Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Sunday, January 16, 2011
*****Teresa Collins Weekend Event Final Payments Are Due Now*****


We are getting closer and closer to our very
special weekend event with Teresa Collins.
I am beyond thrilled that Teresa has chosen
to spend a weekend with us March 4th & 5th 2011.
It is going to be an incredible weekend!
We are a little over 2/3 full in all 3
classes. If you are interested in attending
please contact us asap so we can guarantee
you a spot.
I am going to do a separate post with the details
but with CHA right around the corner I can't
share any project pics just yet...but soon :)
If you are one of the gals who made payments for the
event ****ALL FINAL PAYMENTS ARE NOW DUE****
With CHA right around the corner, Inspired
Artist coming up in May and a few other
surprises we are working on
I REALLY need to have everything finalized
for this event.
***If you have not paid your final payments
that were due on January 8th 2011
please contact us at the
store at 770-888-2417 or by email
so we can get these taken care of.***
Special Thank You To Donna Downey And Bill For Another Fantastic Weekend Of Creativity At The Store!
We had an absolute blast with Donna & Bill this
weekend. I sat in on all 3 classes and did more
creating in 2 days than I have had a chance to
do in 3 months. Sometimes owning a LSS
leaves little time for actual
scrapping/creating.
Donna was so full of energy
and kept the laughs going during the
workshops. Bill as always was full of
smiles and good humor also.
I was definately correct in my prediction
that the Beloved Album Workshop would be
my favorite of the 9 workshops Donna has
taught at the store! It is an incredible
album full of Prima goodies. I did mine
in the colors Donna designed the workshop
with since mine if a gift for a special
girl close to my heart on her birthday.
However a few gals changed their colors
up to suit their families and all the
finished results were beautiful! I know we have
several blog readers in other states and
countries and if you ever get a chance to
attend one of Donna's workshops you MUST!
You will absolutely love it and her!
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Basic Grey's Newest Collection Hopscotch Arrived This Afternoon
Re-Posting Class Suppy List What Students Need To Bring For Donna's Workshops This Weekend
Friday Night 6pm-9pm
Life Artist Album Workshop
Students Need to Bring:
• apron
• painting towel/rag – it will get messy!
• 1” paint brush
• small detail brush for watercolor (about a size 7 round brush)
• glass jar, mug or brush bucket (for holding dirty brushes)
• box cutter (optional – used to distress the cardboard edges)
• 5 pages of book text
• roll of 1” masking tape
• craft/fabric glue
• black India ink - recommend: Dr. Ph. Martin’s Bombay India Inks
• large spray bottle (to spray water for drippage)
• black Stazon ink pad
• antique linen distress ink and applicator tool
• rubbing alcohol (cleans the pen nib between uses)
• baby wipes if your messy!
• watercolor paints, crayons or pans - recommend: Windsor and Newton
• fabric scissors
• liquid scrap dots or pop dots
• 12-15 photos (optional, but recommended - mix of wallet sized and 4/6s)
Saturday Morning
Life Inspired
Canvas Layout Class
9:30am-11:30am
Students Need to Bring:
• foam brush
• baby wipes
• spray bottles
• Iron
• heat guns
• towel for drippage
• (1) 4x6 photo (black and white or color)
Saturday 12noon-6pm
Beloved Workshop
Students Need to Bring:
NOTE: All paint colors can be substituted with any colors you prefer
• Americana/deco art avacado dip acrylic paint
• Folk Art/Plaid 438 ballet pink acrylic paint
• Golden N5 neutral gray acrylic paint (heavy body)
• Golden Quinacridone Magenta fluid acrylic paint
• Adirondack/earthtones cranberry pigment ink pad
(if you do not want to share)
• Apron
• ¾-1” paint brush
• iron + ironing surface
• spray bottle filled with water (not a mini mister)
• glass jar or cup for rinsing brushes
• towel to clean brushes/space
• baby wipes
• fabric adhesive
• HEAT GUN!! NOT OPTIONAL
• liquid scrap dots (optional)
• Antique linen distress ink (optional)
• Spun sugar distress ink (optional)
• Photos - (7) 4x6 & 5 wallet (optional)
If you have any questions please emails us at
emiscrapbooking@aol.com on Sunday and Monday
since the store is closed. That way we
can respond to you asap :)
Life Artist Album Workshop
Students Need to Bring:
• apron
• painting towel/rag – it will get messy!
• 1” paint brush
• small detail brush for watercolor (about a size 7 round brush)
• glass jar, mug or brush bucket (for holding dirty brushes)
• box cutter (optional – used to distress the cardboard edges)
• 5 pages of book text
• roll of 1” masking tape
• craft/fabric glue
• black India ink - recommend: Dr. Ph. Martin’s Bombay India Inks
• large spray bottle (to spray water for drippage)
• black Stazon ink pad
• antique linen distress ink and applicator tool
• rubbing alcohol (cleans the pen nib between uses)
• baby wipes if your messy!
• watercolor paints, crayons or pans - recommend: Windsor and Newton
• fabric scissors
• liquid scrap dots or pop dots
• 12-15 photos (optional, but recommended - mix of wallet sized and 4/6s)
Saturday Morning
Life Inspired
Canvas Layout Class
9:30am-11:30am
Students Need to Bring:
• foam brush
• baby wipes
• spray bottles
• Iron
• heat guns
• towel for drippage
• (1) 4x6 photo (black and white or color)
Saturday 12noon-6pm
Beloved Workshop
Students Need to Bring:
NOTE: All paint colors can be substituted with any colors you prefer
• Americana/deco art avacado dip acrylic paint
• Folk Art/Plaid 438 ballet pink acrylic paint
• Golden N5 neutral gray acrylic paint (heavy body)
• Golden Quinacridone Magenta fluid acrylic paint
• Adirondack/earthtones cranberry pigment ink pad
(if you do not want to share)
• Apron
• ¾-1” paint brush
• iron + ironing surface
• spray bottle filled with water (not a mini mister)
• glass jar or cup for rinsing brushes
• towel to clean brushes/space
• baby wipes
• fabric adhesive
• HEAT GUN!! NOT OPTIONAL
• liquid scrap dots (optional)
• Antique linen distress ink (optional)
• Spun sugar distress ink (optional)
• Photos - (7) 4x6 & 5 wallet (optional)
If you have any questions please emails us at
emiscrapbooking@aol.com on Sunday and Monday
since the store is closed. That way we
can respond to you asap :)
The Je t'Adore Collection by Making Memories Arrived Today.
Donna Downey Saturday Afternoon Beloved Album Workshop This Saturday 12noon-6pm 2 Spaces Left $95 Includes A Fantastic Prima Filled Class Kit
2 Spaces left for
Donna Downey
Beloved Workshop
This Saturday
January 15th
12noon-6pm
$95 Includes The Class Kit,
Prima Canvas Album and a ton
of Prima goodies.










Supplied to Class:
• 6x12 album PRIMA 920593
• flocked iron ons: “Wildflower” - PRIMA 920616
• flocked iron ons: “Loved” - PRIMA 920692
• fabric stitched words “be” - PRIMA 920364
• fabric stitched words “joy” -PRIMA 920371
• E Line pearls - PRIMA 300722
• 24” lace - PRIMA 537302
• calcutta petals pink ice - PRIMA 538323
• Donna Downey pink tags - PRIMA 920777
• velvet leaves: lavender kisses - - PRIMA 527068
• PRIMA lollipops frosty pink
• Zazi-blush - PRIMA 538781
• Say it in pearls corners pink -PRIMA - 530402
• embroidered fabric shapes - PRIMA 920111
• Donna Downey flowers pink - PRIMA 920852
• cherry blossom branches-pink -- PRIMA 533656
• white mini roses - PRIMA PE-001-01
• E-line Flowers - PRIMA 300814
• PRIMA black gem stickers
• Dynasty flower center-dark pink - PRIMA 536053
• 1 yard – May Arts PV06
• 3 small manilla tags
• 1 medium canvas folk shape heart
• 1 large canvas folk shape heart
• 3 canvas atc rectangles
• 24” green grosgrain (3015 525 pistch)
Shared Class Supplies:
• 4 Donna downey foam stamp: daisy flower - 920524
• xoxox stamp from red lead paperworks
Donna Downey
Beloved Workshop
This Saturday
January 15th
12noon-6pm
$95 Includes The Class Kit,
Prima Canvas Album and a ton
of Prima goodies.
Supplied to Class:
• 6x12 album PRIMA 920593
• flocked iron ons: “Wildflower” - PRIMA 920616
• flocked iron ons: “Loved” - PRIMA 920692
• fabric stitched words “be” - PRIMA 920364
• fabric stitched words “joy” -PRIMA 920371
• E Line pearls - PRIMA 300722
• 24” lace - PRIMA 537302
• calcutta petals pink ice - PRIMA 538323
• Donna Downey pink tags - PRIMA 920777
• velvet leaves: lavender kisses - - PRIMA 527068
• PRIMA lollipops frosty pink
• Zazi-blush - PRIMA 538781
• Say it in pearls corners pink -PRIMA - 530402
• embroidered fabric shapes - PRIMA 920111
• Donna Downey flowers pink - PRIMA 920852
• cherry blossom branches-pink -- PRIMA 533656
• white mini roses - PRIMA PE-001-01
• E-line Flowers - PRIMA 300814
• PRIMA black gem stickers
• Dynasty flower center-dark pink - PRIMA 536053
• 1 yard – May Arts PV06
• 3 small manilla tags
• 1 medium canvas folk shape heart
• 1 large canvas folk shape heart
• 3 canvas atc rectangles
• 24” green grosgrain (3015 525 pistch)
Shared Class Supplies:
• 4 Donna downey foam stamp: daisy flower - 920524
• xoxox stamp from red lead paperworks
Donna Downey Saturday Morning January 15th Workshop 9:30am-11:00am A Life Inspired Canvas Page $35
Saturday Morning
9:30am-11:00am
Donna Downey Workshop
A Life Inspired
$35 Includes Class Kit
2 Spaces Left

1.5 Hour Class - $35
Learn the basics of color washing, alter fabric flowers and dimensional layering techniques as you learn to transform
literally a blank canvas into a unique mixed media scrapbooking layout that will showcase your heartfelt sentiments,
and the creativity of your artist within.
Class Fee of $35 Includes Class Kit Containing:
• 12 x 12 black text canvas - Prima 920340
• foam stamp - Prima 920524
• 2 baby’s breath iron on - Prima 920210
• corner bling - Prima 530389
• flocked iron ons: “Inspire” - Prima 920685
• 1 blue flower - Prima 920876
• 1 dynasty dk pink - Prima 536053
• small shipping tag
• 3 green small flowers
• quote text – “when I am inspired, I get excited because I cannot
wait to see what I will come up with next.”
9:30am-11:00am
Donna Downey Workshop
A Life Inspired
$35 Includes Class Kit
2 Spaces Left

1.5 Hour Class - $35
Learn the basics of color washing, alter fabric flowers and dimensional layering techniques as you learn to transform
literally a blank canvas into a unique mixed media scrapbooking layout that will showcase your heartfelt sentiments,
and the creativity of your artist within.
Class Fee of $35 Includes Class Kit Containing:
• 12 x 12 black text canvas - Prima 920340
• foam stamp - Prima 920524
• 2 baby’s breath iron on - Prima 920210
• corner bling - Prima 530389
• flocked iron ons: “Inspire” - Prima 920685
• 1 blue flower - Prima 920876
• 1 dynasty dk pink - Prima 536053
• small shipping tag
• 3 green small flowers
• quote text – “when I am inspired, I get excited because I cannot
wait to see what I will come up with next.”
Friday Night's Life's Artistry Workshop With Donna Downey 6-9pm 2 Spaces Left $70 Includes Generous Class Kit

A closer look at the Life's Artistry Album &
Class Kit
Frosted page cover over the canvas page
Donna's class kits are always very generous
3 Hour Class
$70
In this workshop you will learn techniques and tips for
creating an eight page 8 x 10 mixed media scrapbook.
The book is comprised of multi-surface and textured pages
that may surprise you.
The use of color, fabrics, papers,
moments captured and artistic style art journaling make it unique and truly individualized to each student.
Class Fee of $70
Includes Class Kit Containing:
• 9” x 22” - Michael Miller fabric - DC4270_Lime Peeking Polka Dot
• 9” x 22” - Michael Miller fabric - DC4274_Aqua Big Poppy
• 9” x 22” - Michael Miller fabric - DC3723_Citron Tile Mosaic
• 6 x 6”- Flirty Little Secret Specialty Papers – Flocked PRIMA 812775
• (2) 6 x6” - The Tropics Rainy Breeze patterned paper - PRIMA 840969
• 6 red buttons
• fabric stitched words “Be” & “You” - PRIMA 920364 & PRIMA 920418
• 2 large canvas heart & 1 large batting heart
• grommet (2-part)
• 8x8 Refill canvas sheets - PRIMA 920463
• (3) 8x10 cardboard
• 1 manila file folder
• pen nib and holder
• 8.5 x 11 frosted translucent binding covers - Fellows Futura crc52243
• 1 oz golden fluid acrylic paint – Quinacridone Crimson
• 1 oz golden fluid acrylic paint – Turquoise (phthalo)
• 3 small manila shipping tags
• 1 large 8x4 manila shipping tag
• 6” length of PV06 (3/8” x 30 m olive green velvet trim) may arts
• 5” aqua bloomers TM8002 webster’s pages
• Iron on blue swirls - PRIMA 920289
• Say It In Studs: Swirls - PRIMA 811389
• canvas flower pink - Prima 920852
• (2) 2” binder rings
Donna Is Here & The Boxes With The Class Kits Arrived This Afternoon So We Are All Set For A Weekend Of Creativity Donna Downey Style
As of tonight we have 2 spaces left in
each workshop this weekend. I did
return a few calls from
people who were interested and
also have responded by email
to anyone who emailed after seeing
the info on Donna's blog/fb.
So if you are still interested
give us a call or send us an
email tonight or tomorrow :)
I managed to make it to
the store this afternoon
and all the class kits along with
shipments from Basic Grey Hopscotch
and Making Memories Je t'Adore
Collection arrived today.
Here's a peek at the samples that
came in today for Donna's workshops.
I am going to try and get a little
closer look at each workshop up on
the blog for anyone who may be
interested in joining us.

Life's Artistry has a frosted plastic cover over
the canvas so the pic is a little blurry.
each workshop this weekend. I did
return a few calls from
people who were interested and
also have responded by email
to anyone who emailed after seeing
the info on Donna's blog/fb.
So if you are still interested
give us a call or send us an
email tonight or tomorrow :)
I managed to make it to
the store this afternoon
and all the class kits along with
shipments from Basic Grey Hopscotch
and Making Memories Je t'Adore
Collection arrived today.
Here's a peek at the samples that
came in today for Donna's workshops.
I am going to try and get a little
closer look at each workshop up on
the blog for anyone who may be
interested in joining us.
Life's Artistry has a frosted plastic cover over
the canvas so the pic is a little blurry.
Donna Downey Work Shops Are Still Happening Tomorrow & Saturday

The workshops tomorrow and Saturday with
Donna are still going on.
Donna & Bill arrived safely in town this morning.
We have a few spots left in the workshops if
anyone is interested in getting out of the
house and having an awesome time creating
with Donna give us a call or send us an
email. I personally can not wait to
sit in on her brand new Beloved Class.
I love love love this album!!!!!
A Peek At Our Snow Jam January 2011
Normally I do not post personal pics etc
on the store blog but thought I would
share a few pics taken during all
the snow festivities this week.

Iris Jennifer's Australian Shepherd has wanted to be
out in this mess as much as she can. Since we live on
2.5 acres Jennifer has been taking her out to her play
pen playing catch a bit. No way are we playing
let's explore 2.5 acres of snow/ice with her.
Loving the triangle of foot prints and paw prints.

Opened the bedroom door took this pic and quickly
closed the door.

Somewhere under here is the driveway and the
side driveway going around back
to Gerald's Garage-Mahal.

Gerald clearing what he calls run way tracks
in case we have an emergency and have to
get out while he is back in Knoxville.
Never thought he would ever be using a
snow shovel here at the house.

I don't need run way tracks on the drive
way and I sure don't need any going around
to the backyard or Garage-Mahal!
I have
4 one pound bags of Dunkin ground coffee and
6 bottles of Liquid French
Vanilla Coffee Creamer. My
snow day essentials.
I am good for at least a week.
Not driving in this! :)

The lower part of the backyard nothing but
white..white...white...I am ready to see
green..green....green
on the store blog but thought I would
share a few pics taken during all
the snow festivities this week.
Iris Jennifer's Australian Shepherd has wanted to be
out in this mess as much as she can. Since we live on
2.5 acres Jennifer has been taking her out to her play
pen playing catch a bit. No way are we playing
let's explore 2.5 acres of snow/ice with her.
Loving the triangle of foot prints and paw prints.
Opened the bedroom door took this pic and quickly
closed the door.
Somewhere under here is the driveway and the
side driveway going around back
to Gerald's Garage-Mahal.
Gerald clearing what he calls run way tracks
in case we have an emergency and have to
get out while he is back in Knoxville.
Never thought he would ever be using a
snow shovel here at the house.
I don't need run way tracks on the drive
way and I sure don't need any going around
to the backyard or Garage-Mahal!
I have
4 one pound bags of Dunkin ground coffee and
6 bottles of Liquid French
Vanilla Coffee Creamer. My
snow day essentials.
I am good for at least a week.
Not driving in this! :)
The lower part of the backyard nothing but
white..white...white...I am ready to see
green..green....green
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Snowed/Iced In
I know everyone in the area already knows it but....yes
we are closed again today due to the snow and ice.
I am hoping the little bit of sun peeking out this afternoon
and the wind will help the deep freeze a little bit. However
since the temp is not cooperating and wont get above
freezing today it's not looking real good until tomorrow
afternoon.
I am starting to go stir crazy however all 3 pups are
loving the snow fun.

Measured in the backyard Monday morning.

Emmy's (3 years old) latest play time trick catching snowballs

Miss Cocoa is so old she just prefers to lay in the snow
and watch the fun.

Iris (2 years old) just wants to play ball in her over
sized play pen snow/ice who cares :)
we are closed again today due to the snow and ice.
I am hoping the little bit of sun peeking out this afternoon
and the wind will help the deep freeze a little bit. However
since the temp is not cooperating and wont get above
freezing today it's not looking real good until tomorrow
afternoon.
I am starting to go stir crazy however all 3 pups are
loving the snow fun.

Measured in the backyard Monday morning.

Emmy's (3 years old) latest play time trick catching snowballs

Miss Cocoa is so old she just prefers to lay in the snow
and watch the fun.
Iris (2 years old) just wants to play ball in her over
sized play pen snow/ice who cares :)
Saturday, January 08, 2011
We Have 2 Spaces Left In All 3 Of The Donna Downey Workshops As Of Tonight
There are 2 spaces available in each of the 3
Donna Downey workshops coming up next weekend.
If you are interested please email the store
Sunday/Monday since we are closed at
emiscrapbooking@aol.com.
Friday Workshop Mixed Media Album
$70.00
Includes Generous Workshop Kit
Saturday Morning Canvas Workshop
$35.00
Includes workshop Kit
Saturday Afternoon Beloved Album
Premier Workshop
12noon-6:00pm
$95.00
Workshop Kit Jam Packed
With Prima Goodies
$95
Donna Downey workshops coming up next weekend.
If you are interested please email the store
Sunday/Monday since we are closed at
emiscrapbooking@aol.com.
Friday Workshop Mixed Media Album
$70.00
Includes Generous Workshop Kit
Saturday Morning Canvas Workshop
$35.00
Includes workshop Kit
Saturday Afternoon Beloved Album
Premier Workshop
12noon-6:00pm
$95.00
Workshop Kit Jam Packed
With Prima Goodies
$95
Donna Downey Workshops Class Student Supply Lists
Friday Night 6pm-9pm
Life Artist Album Workshop
Students Need to Bring:
• apron
• painting towel/rag – it will get messy!
• 1” paint brush
• small detail brush for watercolor (about a size 7 round brush)
• glass jar, mug or brush bucket (for holding dirty brushes)
• box cutter (optional – used to distress the cardboard edges)
• 5 pages of book text
• roll of 1” masking tape
• craft/fabric glue
• black India ink - recommend: Dr. Ph. Martin’s Bombay India Inks
• large spray bottle (to spray water for drippage)
• black Stazon ink pad
• antique linen distress ink and applicator tool
• rubbing alcohol (cleans the pen nib between uses)
• baby wipes if your messy!
• watercolor paints, crayons or pans - recommend: Windsor and Newton
• fabric scissors
• liquid scrap dots or pop dots
• 12-15 photos (optional, but recommended - mix of wallet sized and 4/6s)
Saturday Morning
Life Inspired
Canvas Layout Class
9:30am-11:30am
Students Need to Bring:
• foam brush
• baby wipes
• spray bottles
• Iron
• heat guns
• towel for drippage
• (1) 4x6 photo (black and white or color)
Saturday 12noon-6pm
Beloved Workshop
Students Need to Bring:
NOTE: All paint colors can be substituted with any colors you prefer
• Americana/deco art avacado dip acrylic paint
• Folk Art/Plaid 438 ballet pink acrylic paint
• Golden N5 neutral gray acrylic paint (heavy body)
• Golden Quinacridone Magenta fluid acrylic paint
• Adirondack/earthtones cranberry pigment ink pad
(if you do not want to share)
• Apron
• ¾-1” paint brush
• iron + ironing surface
• spray bottle filled with water (not a mini mister)
• glass jar or cup for rinsing brushes
• towel to clean brushes/space
• baby wipes
• fabric adhesive
• HEAT GUN!! NOT OPTIONAL
• liquid scrap dots (optional)
• Antique linen distress ink (optional)
• Spun sugar distress ink (optional)
• Photos - (7) 4x6 & 5 wallet (optional)
If you have any questions please emails us at
emiscrapbooking@aol.com on Sunday and Monday
since the store is closed. That way we
can respond to you asap :)
Life Artist Album Workshop
Students Need to Bring:
• apron
• painting towel/rag – it will get messy!
• 1” paint brush
• small detail brush for watercolor (about a size 7 round brush)
• glass jar, mug or brush bucket (for holding dirty brushes)
• box cutter (optional – used to distress the cardboard edges)
• 5 pages of book text
• roll of 1” masking tape
• craft/fabric glue
• black India ink - recommend: Dr. Ph. Martin’s Bombay India Inks
• large spray bottle (to spray water for drippage)
• black Stazon ink pad
• antique linen distress ink and applicator tool
• rubbing alcohol (cleans the pen nib between uses)
• baby wipes if your messy!
• watercolor paints, crayons or pans - recommend: Windsor and Newton
• fabric scissors
• liquid scrap dots or pop dots
• 12-15 photos (optional, but recommended - mix of wallet sized and 4/6s)
Saturday Morning
Life Inspired
Canvas Layout Class
9:30am-11:30am
Students Need to Bring:
• foam brush
• baby wipes
• spray bottles
• Iron
• heat guns
• towel for drippage
• (1) 4x6 photo (black and white or color)
Saturday 12noon-6pm
Beloved Workshop
Students Need to Bring:
NOTE: All paint colors can be substituted with any colors you prefer
• Americana/deco art avacado dip acrylic paint
• Folk Art/Plaid 438 ballet pink acrylic paint
• Golden N5 neutral gray acrylic paint (heavy body)
• Golden Quinacridone Magenta fluid acrylic paint
• Adirondack/earthtones cranberry pigment ink pad
(if you do not want to share)
• Apron
• ¾-1” paint brush
• iron + ironing surface
• spray bottle filled with water (not a mini mister)
• glass jar or cup for rinsing brushes
• towel to clean brushes/space
• baby wipes
• fabric adhesive
• HEAT GUN!! NOT OPTIONAL
• liquid scrap dots (optional)
• Antique linen distress ink (optional)
• Spun sugar distress ink (optional)
• Photos - (7) 4x6 & 5 wallet (optional)
If you have any questions please emails us at
emiscrapbooking@aol.com on Sunday and Monday
since the store is closed. That way we
can respond to you asap :)
Valentine Creativity At The Store




My friend Peggy and I both have been shopping
the Hobby Lobby Christmas Clearance for goodies
this past week. She came in today and spent
the afternoon decorating the store seasonal
tree for Valentines. I love having a
Hobby Lobby right behind the store and
during several trips this week when
Christmas Clearance was 80% then 90%
I was able to get all kinds of red/pink
ball ornaments, clear beaded garland,
all kinds of bling/crystal ornaments
and more for our Valentine tree.
I took a few quick pics with my cell
phone on the way out tonight and here's
a peek. I will post a full size view
as soon as I take one. I LOVE it!
Thank you so much Peggy!!!!!
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