Celebrate your Life with Heritage Makers

Fun & Rewarding Hobby for 2010 - Storybooking!

 

I have changed my Blog a little this New Year to reflect more on what I do.  As "The Pet Book Lady" I have helped so many people celebrate their pets in storybooks, posters, calendars, playing cards and more.   They treasure these keepsakes that will remind them of their four-legged family members for years to come.  But I don't want to miss letting people know that Storybooking isn't just for pet lovers.   You can create storybooks about loved ones, new experiences, family history, school projects,....the ideas are as endless as the human imagination.

We have an amazing special in January.  You can purchase a one-year membership to our Premiere Studio 3.0 Software for only $99.95.  That gives you access to over 1,000 templates, over 40,000 pieces of digital art and we are adding more every month.  That's less than $10 a month.  If you're a paper scrapbooker, you can easily spend $10 a page!  Egads.  Add that up with a 20 page book and that's lots of dinero.

Take a look at our Template Gallery to see all the amazing pre-designed templates that are there for the using with a Premiere membership.  INTERESTED in our one year special?   Just contact me at 250-558-3386.

Recently I used a template to create a Swatch Book explaining what I do.  I recently received them and I'm thrilled with how it turned out.

  

I love being one of the Founding Directors (Independent Consultant) of Heritage Makers and am so looking forward to helping you celebrate the people, pets and experiences that matter in your life.

Every Rescued Dog Has a Tale

I had the sheer pleasure of reading a wonderful book written by Deborah Eades, Every Rescue Dog Has a Tale.  This book will certainly warm your heart and give you hope that there are people out there that really do care and that they're doing something about the plight of so many dogs destined to be destroyed.  This info is from the Lulu.com site.

Are you a dog lover? Do you know one? Here is the perfect book for any dog lover! This is not just another book about dogs, but an inspiring book that follows several dogs from death row in a county dog pound to a new life with a loving family. This is all the work of the Dog Rescue Railroad - volunteer drivers who spend their weekends driving a shelter dog about 100 miles toward a better life in another state. These stories will make you cry at what these helpless animals have endured and then inspire you to want to help them in this small way to work toward the day when there will be no more homeless pets. In addition to these heartwarming and sometimes very funny stories, there are dozens of adorable photos of many rescued dogs.

If you want to start your New Year off with a good read, I'd recommend this book for your library.  You can order the book through Lulu.com and it ships in three - 5 business days!  Thank you Deborah for writing this book and for helping save soooo many dogs from a life cut short.

Three Grin Salad Children's Book on Sale! $5.00 includes shipping!

Cool News!   I'm thrilled to announce that you can now purchase the Children's Book I illustrated, Three Grin Salad for only $5, which includes shipping in Canada!  It's a delightful little book written by a 10 year old with a kid's perspective on how to live a happy and healthy life.    You can purchase by PayPal (see the left side-bar) and be sure to let me know your mailing address.  Here is just a sample of the drawings.  If you would like the book signed and to someone, please just let me know. I only have a limited number so get one while you can!

 

Great source for pet books of all kinds!

It's December and Christmas Shopping season is upon us!   Ho, Ho, Ho!  I have discovered a wonderful place to find a great selection of pet books.  Bowtie Press is THE place to shop for holiday book giving.  (and any other time of the year)

This is from their website: 

BowTie Press has a collection of fun books devoted to the joy, care, understanding and history of companion animals. Our mission is to publish books that enhance the understanding and relationship between people and their pets. Each fact-filled book is sometimes playful, sometimes heartwarming, always informative and always fun to read. From mass market paperbacks to beautifully illustrated, high-quality coffee table books, BowTie Press is bound to have pet books that are just right for you.

 

I especially like the Rescue Me book, which is a reality packed guide to what you need to know when adopting a dog either from a Rescue Group or Shelter.

 

For those who are "Going Green" (which we all should be doing), there is a wonderful book Pets Gone Green.  It is available at all Pet Smart Locations.

And don't forget to make a book about YOUR own pet using the Heritage Makers amazing on-line publishing system.    If you'd like more information, you can always phone me at 250-558-3386.  That's what I'm here for!  (Operators are standing by!)

  

Celebrate your stories in our Wire-bound Books!

Heritage Makers has a fabulous sale on right now!  Our Wirebound books are on sale for less than $15 each!   Celebrate your family recipes, create a colorful Day Planner, an inspirational journal....the ideas are endless!

Our Basic Studio accounts are free and the online tutorials make it easy to navigate the publishing system. 

Discover the Magic of Heritage Makers and know that as your personal publishing consultant, I am here to help your projects come to life! 

Big Sale on our Cards & Invitations!

To kick off the Holiday Hits Sale, our cards and invitations are on sale!!   You can create amazing cards and send them directly to friends and family.   Contact me to order your publishing credits and as your personal publishing consultant, I am here to help you with your projects!  Hurry as Sale ends Nov 23rd!!  Lisa at 250-558-3386

We have several beautiful pre-designed templates.  Just add your photos and your words for a memorable Christmas greeting.   Click here to check this template out.

My Virtual Heritage Makers Open House

Virtual Open House

A HUGE thank-you to a fellow Heritage Makers Leader, Heidi Woolley, who is sharing her Virtual Workshop information with others.    With so many of us leading busy lives, it's hard to get together.   Here is a wonderful overview of what we offer and some sample projects to go along.    Interested?  Contact me to place your order and I'll be here to help you with your project. 250-558-3386 or makebooks@shaw.ca   Below is my website:

http://www.MakeBooksOnline.com

 

I've organized this open house in 3 sections:

1- Heritage Makers trademark storybooks with story ideas and previews
2- Heritage Makers Photo Gift Items - Cards -Prints

3- Personalized Gifts and Home Decor items ($4-$20!!!!)

StoryBooks

Swatch Books (New!!!): $17.95 each

Ideas:

Lil' Love Bugs: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=1035548&productId=62

Baby Anatomy: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=1079623&productId=62

Holiday Recipes: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=1067558&productId=62

Board Books (8x8): $53.95 each

Ideas:

I'm a VIP Boy: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=1038679&productId=60

I'm a VIP Girl: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=1033418&productId=60

Wedding Board Book: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=1056684&productId=60

12x12 Storybooks: $71.95 each

Tribute Album (Beautiful!!!) : http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=1043106&productId=11

Basic Vacation: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=900921&productId=11

How YOUR Family Celebrates Christmas: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=1006351&productId=11

11x13 Storybooks: $111.95 each

Ideas:

Heirloom Heritage Album: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=696129&productId=9

Wirebound Storybooks: $22.95 each

Ideas:

Wirebound Family Planner: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=1031535&productId=73

Wirebound Cookbook: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=918998&productId=73

Wirebound Christmas recipe book: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=988406&productId=73projectID=988406&productId=73projectID=988406&productId=73projectID=988406&productId=73

5x5 Storybooks : $31.95 each

Ideas:

Simple Vacation Book: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=1034699&productId=1

Remembering a Pet: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=957403&productId=1

Thank You Coach: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=862835&productId=1

8x8 Storybooks: $44.95 each

Ideas:

Before We Were Your Parents! (Favorite Pick!): http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=739130&productId=5

You are Loved: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=929642&productId=5

FUN Teacher Tribute: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=1058341&productId=5

5x7 Storybook: $35.95 each

Ideas:

For Dad:http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=913501&productId=3

All About You: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=997214&productId=3

My Family Tree (Favorite Pick!): http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=695037&productId=3

7.5x10 Storybooks: $53.95 each

Use these for your 8.5x11 scrapbook scans!

Ideas:

For Dad: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=943447&productId=7

Specialty Yearbook - Band: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=996486&productId=7projectID=996486&productId=7

Action POW Super-hero book (Favorite Pick!): http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=667224&productId=7

8.5x11.5 Storybooks: $62.96 each

Ideas:

Beach Vacation Book: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=693792&productId=9

Life Heritage Book: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=562033&productId=9

Elegant Wedding Book: http://www.heritagemakers.com/projectBrowserStandAlone.cfm?projectID=889473&productId=9

Good Grief - Finding Peace After Pet Loss

I've had the pleasure of reading a fabulous book, Good Grief, Finding Peace After Pet Loss, written by Sid Korpi.   She provides Personal and Professional insights on the animal's lover's unique grieving process.    There are touching submitted stories throughout the book that bring out the true reality of the grief people do go through when they lose a beloved pet.

As described on the Healy House Books website:

Good Grief: Finding Peace After Pet Loss shows you how to:

			Emotionally prepare for a pet's euthanasia — understand when it's time
			View death not as an ending, but (as animals see it) a natural transformation
			Take care of yourself around insensitive people
			Memorialize and celebrate your pet's life
			Move on after your loss and love again

I'd recommend any pet lover to get this book to help you either prepare for the loss of a pet or help you through a difficult time after you've had to say goodbye.  It is very insightful, touching and gives you the tools you need to move on.

I've had several customers who have created Heritage Makers Storybooks as a way to honor their beloved pets.  You carry your memories of them in your heart and head, but you can also capture them in words and pictures for a wonderful keepsake.

Puppy Paw Jewelry - Wonderful way to celebrate your pet

I have a new piece of jewelry which has officially become my favorite piece!  It's a silver chain with a silver puppy paw pendant.   PuppyPaws is a company that creates absolutely adorable jewelry to celebrate the special pet in your life.  Very classy, affordable and something you can wear with pride.   

It's not just for cat and dog lovers either.  They have Love Tracks for the bird, rabbit, ferret.... fans.

They even have lockets to hold a picture of your furry friend that will always be with you.
I am so looking forward to showing off my pendant to my fellow pet lovers.   Be sure to check out their online store and their support for many animals rescue groups and shelters across North America.

Animal-Assisted Support Services - Celebrating with Heritage Makers

I am so pleased to have the Canadian Foundation for Animal-Assisted Support Services as my first not-for-profit Heritage Makers Consultant.  They'll be having a link on their website in the near future that will link to their assigned Heritage Makers site.  They are so looking forward to having their network of people capture their stories while at the same time earning some much needed funds for the Foundation.

There are so many amazing organization like the CF4AASS around the world, connecting people with disabilities and other challenges with a variety of animals.  From programs that encourage Therapy dogs in Nursing Homes, to seeing eye-dogs with the visually impaired, the applications of animal-assisted support is so varied.   I'm looking forward to working with this Foundation and getting to see the stories that emerge.

On a sad note, my little dog Oscar is at the vet right now, having gone through some major surgery today.  He'll be there for a few more days and the vet informed me that if this type of blockage happens again, it will most likely be inoperable.   I'm realizing just how precious our time is with our animal family members.  I love that little dog so much.  Hope he's not in too much pain.  They promised they would keep him comfortable.

Spirit of Heritage Tour coming to you!

I'm thrilled to announce that the President of Heritage Makers, Doug Cloward, along with his lovely wife, Judy, will be touring the US (with a stop in Canada - Calgary) to spread the incredible news about Heritage Makers.   This is an amazing opportunity to hear the incredible business opportunity that Heritage Makers offers and with so much room for growth, the time to become a consultant is now.

These are dates and locations of the Spirit of Heritage.   Are you anywhere near these places?

• Boise, Idaho (Oct 16)
• Salt Lake City (Oct 20)
• Atlanta, GA (Oct 21)
• Nashville, TN (Oct 23)
• Morehead, KY (Oct 24)
• Raleigh, NC (Oct 27)
• Baltimore, MD (Oct 28)
• Hartford, CT (Oct 29)
• Philadelphia, PA (Oct 30)
• MCallex, Texas (Nov 3)
• Houston, Texas (Nov 4)
• San Antonio, Texas (Nov 5)
• Dallas, Texas (Nov 6)
• Denver, CO (Nov 7)
• Seattle, Wash (Nov 11)
• Calgary, Alberta (Nov 12)
• Minneapolis, MN (Nov 13)

I'd like to invite you to be my guest and receive a Swatch Book Publishing credit as a gift.  There is no obligation to join.  Just an incredible opportunity to hear what Heritage Makers is all about and what it can bring to your life.  Once you have heard what we're all about, you'll definitely catch the excitement. 

Please contact me at makebooks@shaw.ca to reserve your spot.  You'll be so glad you did!