WOYWW 194

Time flies, who believes we're already heading towards the end of February!?!?!  OMG!!!  I have a little list of cards to make.  One is secret and I can't show anything on here until it's done and delivered, the rest are in the process of being completed - even if some are still in my head and not a scrap (no pun intended!!) has been cut or stamped yet. LOL!

So as you can tell, for your WOYWW  delectation Easter has arrived on my little trays on my bed!!!  I've got another plan for a special card that is completely outside of my comfort zone i.e.e no cute animals or kitties.  I know, I know....who would believe I would be making one of those!

Thanks go to Julia for the wonderful cards you sent through, don't worry, they can all be used to raise funds for the charities.  They appreciate everything we can  make/take to them for their fundraising events.

My hands have been playing up a lot lately, so it's taking me a lot longer to get around to completing many cards.  Never give up is my motto!!!!

Enjoy!

Valentines!

Last WOYWW you saw the beginnings of this card - now I can show you it in it's complete form!!!  I used little gems for the eyes on the kitties here.  Of course I had to have a big red heart as well as the ribbon hearts too. 

The ribbon only cost me 99p for the whole roll, and I've used it on so many cards, perhaps I should have a look next time I'm in the craft shop to see if they have any left!

Enjoy!

WOYWW 193

Yep, it's Wednesday, so it must be.....fanfare of trumpets.....WOYWW!  It always amazes me how quickly the Wednesday comes around each week!

So what's on my little work trays.  Well as you can see by the gorgeous red and white diecuts and the dies it's ... yes.... Valentines Day!  So what does that mean? Yes cards!

I've had a rootle around my craft stash and found all things heart related and now the ideas are springing up in my little old cobweb and tumbleweed filled head.  Whilst looking I've found a few other bits and pieces which I need for another card so that's handy!

For those of you who saw my challenge last week, to make an A4 sized card for a Baby Shower, here is the result.  I had made up a few templates for my friend and asked her which she preferred, and she chose the onesie based card.

It was then a case of putting on the background papers she liked and I added the little nesties with the baby words on, surrounded by diamonds - well it is for a boy so couldn't have too much.  I added some ribbon and backed it on to mirror card and it was all done. 

I also added some baby peel offs to the insert to brighten up the huge double A4 size cream paper as it looked so empty without a verse on it.  The space was needed for about 60 signatures so it had to be clear.

Anyway, I hope you like it and I'd love to hear your comments about it.  Off to have my one coffee a day now and then dream up some more layouts as I've got quite a few cards to make with imminent deadlines!

Oh yes, is anyone else getting these stupid adverts at the top of the blogger page or is it just me?!?!?!

Enjoy WOYWW everyone!

Blog Candy

Now this is something worth entering!!!  I've been dreaming about a machine like this one for ages.  Maybe, one day...... meanwhile...fingers crossed!!

Go to Clare Curd Crafts to be in with a chance!

WOYWW 192

I totally forgot it was WOYWW today, chemobrain strikes again!  On my little worktrays on my bed today we have......my cuttlebug (you can tell it has been used a teeny tiny bit huh!) and some die cuts for a card I've been asked to make.  I got these lovely dies from my good friend Gill - thanks Gill - ideal for so many cards I have jiggling around in my head amongst the cobwebs and the tumbleweek!!!

This card is for a Baby Shower and it was to be A4 in size.  I don't make many A4 cards, and of course all the embellies are made for smaller cards, so my cobwebs and tumbleweed got a right shaking up I can tell you!

I drew up a few ideas and sent them to my friends daughter and she chose the colour scheme she liked and the rest is up to me.  Of course, I'll show you the finished product on my blog soon! 

One last thing - does anyone have any House Mouse stamps that have toothbrushes or floss on them???  If you do could you please leave me a comment or email me?  Many many thanking yous!

Happy WOYWW everyone!

WOYWW 191

 

Another Wednesday and another WOYWW - click on the left hand side of the page to find out what WOYWW is all about - you'll soon be addicted believe me!  So what is on my little worktrays today then?  Well first, some more stamped images.  I've also noticed one of my Christmas Choccie Boxes in the photo - I was using it for the images to sit on whilst they dry! Oh and yes, the box is still unopened!  Can't get it on the cards can I now?!?!?!

This photo shows some freebie die cuts I got when I ordered some new stamps - it was so lovely to find them within the packaging!!  I've got ideas for most of them already!  I do like surprises arriving in the post!

 

Anyway am off out soon to get some essentials (non craft sadly!) but I'm going to have a treat and enjoy my one cup of coffee a day in the coffee shop!!!  Can't wait!!! 

 

Enjoy WOYWW!

Rudolph Day 1 - Little Hedgie

Yes, it's another Christmas card already!!!!  Rudolph Day is beginning again. Another Penny Black stamp I believe.  I used some more of the Card Candi, this time shiny silver ones, although it doesn't look like it in this photo!

I used several different circular die cuts for the sentiment - but they all worked together quite nicely. The backing papers are a freebie from a magazine - more of those to come...! 

Enjoy!

WOYWW 190

 

WOYWW is here again (for more info click on the link and you'll soon be addicted!).  I've not got much to show this week, more stamped images from the doggy set I used before.  I've also been crocheting some baby blankets as a couple of friends have had new babies recently - hence the lack of cardmaking to show you!

 

I promise I will rectify that soon and will be crafting in between hospital appointments.  I had to phone and make about eight this morning - I wish they'd all talk to each other - it would save me having four separate blood tests when my veins are shutting down.  Ho hum, that's the medics for you!

 

I also went to a Papercraft Fair the other day, I got two free tickets to attend.  This is the first Fair I've visited in years.  I gave up when I was in the wheelchair for a while.  Now I'm down to crutches I thought it was worth a try.  I had a great time, lots of sit downs and came out totally shattered but having had a fantastic time made it all worthwhile.  More Christmas money spent, sounds like I got a lot, but honest, I just spend it wisely!!!

 

We have more snow coming down at the moment, so I'll say 'tara for now' and Happy WOYWW!

 

My Five Fave Cards of 2012

This card was so girly and intricate, but I loved it!  I didn't have the die I needed so I made up my own design (the Horseshoe) which worked out fine.  White with a splash of the brides colour theme - it all came together in the end just right!

This was a special stamp purchase to make this card for my brother John.  He loves Donkeys, always has done, and when I saw this one, well I just had to have him - he's so cute. 

A special card to say "Thank You" for someone who has always been there for me.  Yes you guessed it, my Auntie Rita.  She loves all my cards and keeps them in a special box which is so wonderful.  She really appreciates anything you say or do and she is the most perfect Auntie ever.

 Here's another special card, this time again it was for Auntie Rita.  I thought it looked really complicated, however once you get the cuts in the right place, it's not too bad.  She loves this card and so do I.  Just perfect for her.

I've since made a few of these since this first one.  I added a real button for an embellishment and it looks really sweet.  There are so many ways you can change things on this card for your own requirements.  I didn't use a template, just my eyes and my one and only PATP set and my bargain crimping tool!

 

Hope you like them!

WOYWW 189

 

Welcome to Lori, my latest follower!  I hope you enjoy the cards I've made and will be making, along with other crafty items too.

 

These WOYWW come around quick don't they!  I'm still having problems with Blogger, but haven't had a chance to sort it out yet, luckily my quick fix still works!  Thanks everyone for all your helpful tips - you can always rely on a friendly crafter!!!

 

So what is on my Big Worktray today then?  Yes, it's the big tray and not the small one this time.  I had some lovely stamps for Christmas and thought I'd give them an airing already!!!  I seem to have learnt the art of stamping now as I only managed to 'bodge' one...not bad huh!!!  My hands lock up so I don't find it easy to do but perseverance is the key!



 

Hope you all have a great WOYWW!!!!