Back into it ..

I have done some scrapping this afternoon and I have to say I feel fantastic. I just sat and scrapped and didn't worry about what anyone would think of what I had done. I finished a layout that had been sitting on my desk for too long (can't post this one!) and then I had a look on some sketch blogs. I have never done a layout from Pencil Lines before but there is always a first for everything. So... here is sketch #219 from the blog and then my take. I love the result. I will be looking on this site very regularly I think!

New Phase

Have had to update all my sidebars and my blog to reflect that my time with Scrapbook City has come to an end with the closing of their doors at Christmas.

Who knows what opportunities lie around the corner - but I would have to do some scrapping for that to happen !!!!

Watch this space as I hope to update with some layouts soon.

Sad News

Before I get to the sad news, I have a done a layout with the monochromatic Pink Paislee Parisian Anthology. Not sure that I am 100% happy with it but it is done all the same.

Well, I am very sad to say that Scrapbook City is closing its doors. I have been privileged to be part of the team at Scrapbook City for nearly 6 years now and it has been a big part of my life. I will miss being able to get the best products locally and to be able to use such great products hot off the press. Thanks go to Kerri and Leisa for their wonderful hard work in building up the business over the years and making it a place that we all loved to visit! I wish them both all the luck in the world with their new endeavours. Thanks for the friendships made with Design Team members, past and present and for all your wonderful inspiration.

Quick One

Just a quick post to show a layout I have done this week using the gorgeous Crate Paper Restoration line - so in love with these papers. I was going to wait to post this until I had finished the layout on my desk (also with Restoration) but I haven't finished it yet!

I am really looking forward to my Webster's Pages stuff coming from the US - so cheap now with our dollar being so good!

I also received a cool email asking permission for one of my layouts to be featured on the Aussie Scrap Source Blog - I of course said yes - will be appearing shortly.

I received this blog award from Annette - The rules are:

1. Thank the person that gave it to you. Thanks you so much Annette

2. Post it with pride on your blog.

3. List 3 things you love about yourself.

1) I'm honest
2) I'm respectful
3) I'm thoughtful

4. Post a picture you love.



Love this photo of my husband and daughter kayaking on Sunday.


5. Tag 5 other people for the award.

1)Katie - http://katiehs-life.blogspot.com/
2)Ang - http://sarianastasia.blogspot.com/
3)Trina - http://trinamcclune.typepad.com/my_weblog/
4)Renee - http://motherjoiedevivre.blogspot.com/

MIA

I know I have been missing in action but I have been very busy doing a digital scrapbook for my Mum's 60th in a few weeks. That has now been sent off for printing and is on its way back to me so I can get some scrapping done - in between organising food and making food for the party in three weeks time!

I have done a couple of layouts in the last week. The first one is for the Sketch Challenge at Scrapbook City - why don't you get over to the blog and have a go - there is a great prize. The second one is a bit of a copy of a layout I saw on the Two Peas website. I have added my own touches of course! They are both done with Crate Paper - School Spirit papers and embellishments. Just love those colours and they match my children's uniform to a T!

Looking forward to getting some more scrapping done before the busy lead up to Christmas.

Couple of New Layouts

I have done a couple of Design Team layouts in the last week or two. The first one is for the colour challenge at Scrapbook City and the second is done with the brand new Bo Bunny Olivia papers. I have had this photo of me and the kids on Mother's Day for a while and just haven't had the right papers. I just love how vibrant the colours are.

I have been buying lots of gorgeous new stuff to play with - getting the time is the hard part - I am doing a photo book for my Mum's 60th coming up in November. Trouble is, I need to allow three weeks for delivery from the US. At least the dollar is really good at the moment and it will be much cheaper than I was expecting.

I have also completed my cards for the Scrapbook City Christmas Card Showcase. Cards are never my strong point but they haven't turned out too bad. I have gone with vintage with a modern twist! I will post when allowed.