Lyn Worthen, Senior Editor
Sources say that the groundhog predicted an early spring this year, and Creating Keepsakes agrees – and is here to drive away your winter blues with a springtime issue packed with fresh ideas.
In the March/April 2013 issue, you’ll find:
* ideas for photo-documenting your baby’s first year,
* tips for using fresh, natural fibers on your layouts,
* design ideas using negative space, and
* crowd-pleasing suggestions for scrapbooking your family’s favorite spring sports.
Pick up your copy today to get a head start on spring, and chase away the winter chill. The March/April 2013 issue of Creating Keepsakes is on sale now, in both paper and digital editions, along with special bonus content at creatingkeepsakes.com.
Win a Free Copy
Would you like to win a free copy of this issue? Leave a comment sharing your favorite “first sign of spring” (mine’s the tiny, green crocus buds peeking up through the last layer of winter snow), and you’ll be entered to win one of three copies of the March/April 2013 issue – our international friends are invited to enter as well for a chance to win a digital copy. Comments must be received by 9:00 am (MDT) Monday, March 5, 2013.
Congratulations to our winners!
Celeste B. says:I know spring is here when I see the crocus and dafffodils
Cheryl Hutzler says:I love seeing the coats on clearance & the Easter & Spring decorations all set up in the isles in the stores. It’s a sure sign of Spring on the way…Would love 2 win a free issue of CK!
Jacqueline says:That Spring issues looks lovely! I love the early signs of spring such as the little shoots from the Hydrangea bushes.
Watch for an email in your inbox with instructions on how to redeem your prize.
Happy spring!
Lyn Worthen, Sr. Editor
The very first sign of spring for me, are the buds of my apple tree and the birds which squeal cheerfully, very exciting ! thanks for the chance to win this issue !!
Got to go with daffodils!
This year the first sign of spring will be seeing the grass! Here in New England we have had too much snow (and generally, I like the snow – but this year is crazy!).
Thing spring!
I start waking up when it is light out and the birds are chirping. So much better than waking up on a cold dark morning.
First signs of spring? Robins and crocuses!! Thanks for the chance to win.
Yellow daffodils in my yard that keep coming back year after year even though I neglect them.
I know spring is here when I see the crocus and dafffodils
the crocus in michigan & the pink flowering dogwoods(?) in florida.
thanks for the giveaway!
First sign of spring? My chive plant outside starts getting green!
My favorite sign of spring is the crocus blooming in the yard.
I love the first little buds on my wild and crazy rose bush. The smell of warm in the air and the little chirps from the tiny chickadees.
My favorite first signs of spring are the Easter displays in department stores. I know it isn’t outside, but something about the pastel colors and party dresses really starts my anticipation for springtime.
The tiny, pink buds that appear on my maple trees! Maple trees are, without a doubt, my favorite tree! I could live WITHOUT my horrible, seasonal allergies!!! LOL!
When coltsfoot appears in early spring. Although crocus buds are sweet, too
My favorite garden department starts filling up with bright flowers and supplies.
Every spring the same 2 geese come back into the marsh across from our house and build a nest – which is quickly followed by some little goslings!
I lovely tulips!
Baby kittens is usually a sure sign of spring around our house!
My favorite sign of spring is the sun and no more grey clouds!
Love the springy look to the cover–who doesn’t love hearing the birds in the morning for the first time?
No snow here in Southern California, but the first signs of spring are all the baby birds and all the nest building that begins to happen! It’s so cute (and sometimes hilarious) to see how they build them!
I love to see the leaves start to green up the trees!
Crocus and snowflowers poking out and trying to bloom!
I love seeing the coats on clearance & the Easter & Spring decorations all set up in the isles in the stores. It’s a sure sign of Spring on the way…Would love 2 win a free issue of CK!
I love to see the grass again!
We have a deciduous tree in the front garden of our house and the first signs of the approaching spring for us is the sprouting of tiny green leaf buds on its bare winter limbs.
My favorite first signs of spring are my fruit trees budding and the bluebirds nesting in my yard!
I like the snowdrops blooming.
Starting to see spring colors popping up in the stores. Knowing that Easter is coming.
First sign of spring is the longer days!
I love seeing the crocus pushing up through the ground too.
The smell of worms makes me think spring is coming.
I love to feel the chill in the morning air, along with the warmth of the sunshine.
It’s happening right now – the fattest robins, daffodils poking through our snow and the furry buds on the willow tree!
So happy to see them all! Looks like a great issue, too!
I love the warmer weather, seeing as how
there is still snow around! Enjoy seeing all
the birds out and about, building nests.
Carla from Utah
Yellow daffodils!
That Spring issues looks lovely! I love the early signs of spring such as the little shoots from the Hydrangea bushes.
I love seeing buds poking through the melting snow…
My favorite first sign of spring is the wonderful smell of mulch! It means the flowers and warm weather aren’t far away!
This winter has been a cold & snowy one and I can’t wait for Spring! My favorite “first thing” is seeing the Robins return! They’re smart birds and know it NEEDS to warm up some yet!!
Looks like a great magazine! Love the idea of using natural elements for scrapbooking! I love seeing the crocus and daffodils! I love everything about Spring! Thanks for sharing.
Katie B.
We don’t have hardly any snow here in Alabama, but I love seeing the little buttercups making their appearance for the first time. Reminds me that spring is on its way!
I know spring is almost here when the maple sap starts running and I make plans to take my boys to the sugar bush. Sweet!
I’d have to say cherry blossoms blooming in Japan – which we hope to see this year!
the first sign of spring for me are the spring flowers that start to poke out of the ground around my porch. thanks for the chance to win.
I love seeing the crocuses pop out of the ground.
The first tiny green bits to pop through all the brown drab that surrounds us now!! Thanks for the chance to win!