I must post on my blog!!!

This is what I have been saying for the last.....well lets say I have been meaning to for ages but other jobs have got in the way! I have been busy making layouts for Scrappin'Patch and Crafty Sketches, being Mum to a sicky boy, doing SU demos and working. Oh and I am sure 101 other important things too.

After the disaster of my car grinding to a halt and smoking some what I have been feeling a little over whelmed and despondent! I have only been able to see down side of life. I am thankful for my scrapping as it takes me away from the blaaaaah of everyday life.

I also so enjoyed my day out at Aurelia's 5th birthday. I honestly have not laughed out loud so much in quite some time. The pirate was fantastic and entertained the children wonderfully! I mangaed to forget my bottle of wine I was going to treat myself to but hey I didn't need it. We finishe doff the day witha family treat at Wendy's burger joint which was actually really nice. It is not often that all 4 of us sit down together and enjoy each others company. her eis the cake I made for Aurelia's birthday gift! It was so much fun to make and I loved using PINK!!!!!

So here are the pages I have been making and a little sneak peak at one that will be up on SP very soon.

whole bunch of colours and cuteness

Have you seen the gorgeous new ranges from Sasafras Lass?? It is so yum!!! I love the bright colours and funky 80's look. I am sure I will be doing heaps of pages with those cute monsters but also see some layouts from my teem years with these!!!!

I have just had a wonderful day with my ladies at my crop and the class went down a treat!!!! Here is what we made. Don't you just love the Sweet Nothings Scrappin' Kit. It is such a beautiful combination of colours and makes such pretty pages too. I am nearly finished making a layout for a friend Vicki with the left overs from the class kit. The album used just 1/2 the scrappin' Kit and I have plenty left over to make a page too. I might even be able to make a pretty card by adding a pice of cardstock. Watch this space.



I am so excited to announce that Scrappin'Patch are planning their first retreat in ChristChurch. It is being held the beautiful surroundings of Kaiapoi. I am so hoping that I will be able to go and meet more of my online friends.

I have been busy making so many things for SP and the latest contest is a boyzone one. Here is the page I made with just a touch of paint added. I love the dry brushing technique. The new challenges being set by the girls over at Scrappin' patch are lots of fun. head over there and join in with the comps. You might just win a RAK or win a place as our Hotspot artist.

finally!

I finally updated my layout slideshow!!!! I hate doing the computer house keeping jobs but I can now cross another thing off my to do list. The holidays will be full of organising jobs and just hangin' out at home. Not much else to report really.

I am so excited!!!!!!

I have been keeping a little secret but now I can share!

I have been asked to become a member of the full Scrappin' Patch design team. A while back I was asked to be a guest designer but I am so excited to be fully involved with such a fabulous scrapping site.

The shop is super well stocked and the ladies Adrienne and Pauline offer a very prompt and efficient service!!! The forum is full of info and challenges and there are many prizes up for grabs.

I cannot wai tto be able to share with you my current project i am designing for them. Hop on over there and introduce yourself if you haven't already!!!!!

Raspberry give away!

Well Rasberry is having a giveaway and all you have to do is mention it on your blog and comment on their blog over here by the 19th of July to be in to win. awesome stuff on their blog including design team creations by NZ own Louise . This is a great blog to go and visit and of course we all love giveaways!!!

birthday celebrations and busy creating

I had a wonderful birthday with thanks to those who helped me celebrate. I was very spoiled by the boys and am now a proud owner of a Pandora bracelet with a present shaped charm bead. My dear friends Tracy and Chantelle also spoilt me rotten with their company and laughter as well as gifts. Thanks so much gals xxLOL Amanda has also helped to stretch out the celebrations and we are out for a girly day tomorrow, to celebrate us both getting a year older(and wiser!!)

I have been busy getting my Next Stampin' Up crop organised and deciding what the class will be. It is going to be a blast of a day so head over to my Stampin' blog for all the details.

I have finally completed a layout for SWV too!! I seta challenge on their cyber crop and here is my take
Not a great photo as it was so dark here today and I took it later than I hoped but it gives you the idea.

I have also been busy making cards; this one was for Justin's birthday and the little tatoo says love (heart) u. Thanks to Lynette for the great card idea.

And some others



Well I had best head off to bed or maybe the scrap room, but it is almost time for the pumpkin to turn so maybe bed would be best.
see ya soon

oops I did it again!

I know I am hopeless at getting here now adays!! I am so busy what with all my DT work, teaching, Stampin' Up, being mummy and wife. I have been creative these last few weeks but most my pages have been started but not quite finished! I have got a couple of things to show though.
This is the layout I made from the sketch I designed over at Scrappin' Patch. if you would like to join in with the fun then head over there and find the challenge in the forum. It finishes on Friday!! I would love to see some of your takes.

I headed to Windy Welly last Sturday intending to spend just the day but instead of windy it was foggy. I ended up stranded there until Sunday night and having some extra play time with my dearest friend Broni. She made a wonderful hostess and I was privilaged to meet some of her lovely friends too. We spent Saturday at our team meet and achieved a small amount of stampin' but the evening was more successful and I managed to make a good start on the album for kathy and Colin. Head over to my SU blog to take a look. this is the card I made for our swap. I was quite pleased with it in the end for a non card maker.

Oli lost his front tooth this week and had his first fairy visit. He was gifted $2 which was carefully dropped into his Cashin money box. Luckily he doesn't look too gappy as the new tooth was waiting right behind the wobbly one!

It is birthday week for us and justin and I are heading ut on Friday with Amanda to help her celebrate too. A few drinks and a bum wiggle to a band will be much enjoyed!!
Signing out at a very late hour
xxxxxx