Love...........................

is in the air ~ for Valentines Day that is!!! Suz over at Love Scrappin' sent me some Little Yellow Bicycle valentines papers and chipboard hearts to create some cards. I don't consider myself a cardmaker, as such, but I am really happy with these results and really enjoyed the process of creating them:

 

Not sure if DP will receive one of these, they're a bit too girlie. Think he will be in receipt of my more masculine option posted earlier this week.

I also have a technique tutorial available on the Love Scrappin blog HERE.

Well best be off. Back to work tomorrow after 5.5 weeks of holidays, although by Friday when all the students have returned it will seem like a distant memory.......................

Cheers...........................Leanne

Another DT project..........................

created with the scraps from my 7 Gypsies goodies from Scrap Pile. A card intended for the male of the species:

Can't believe that another week has passed by. This week was fairly quiet and I actually did some organisation for the pending return to work next week. Feeling  good about going back to work, there are going to be lots of changes and new challenges, but all for the better. I have really good classes and a couple of subjects that I haven't taught for a few years so that will be motivating.

A quiet weekend planned as it is bloody hot here. We might head out for a while tomorrow if it cools off, a storm is predicted for this afternoon, just hope it finds us!! DP and I are treating ourselves to a nice lunch out somewhere on Tuesday to celebrate our anniversary, not sure where we will go yet.

On the scrapping front, I have been quite productive getting ahead with my DT commitments before returning to work as the first few weeks are always manic!! So nothing else to reveal at the moment.

Have a great weekend all

Cheers.....................Leanne

Scrap Pile DT January Layouts...........................

I had the pleasure of playing with the 7 Gypsies Venice range of patterned papers and a variety of embellishments, including 7 Gypsies mini keys, Green Tara flowers, mesh ribbon, Prima pearl centres this month. So far I have created 2 layouts and I have a couple of cards planned with the scraps:

Okay off to do some more scrapping. My school books will be calling tomorrow, so need to make the most of tonight.

Cheers...................Leanne

Lazy Days of Summer Comp..................

has started at Scrap Pile and details of the first challenge can be found HERE and my example layout:

It's not too late to join in, so head on over and get some layouts scrapped!!!

Cheers..........................Leanne

Scrap Pile Lazy Days of Summer Competition.......

To celebrate the start of 2010, Scrap Pile is holding a "Lazy Days of Summer" competition. It will run over six weeks, starting MONDAY 18th January. Each week, participants will be challenged to create a layout or other project, with a different summer theme each week. There will also be games and challenges each week, minor weekly prizes and an overall prize for the winner. Here's a sneak peek at the prize which has kindly been donated by our main sponsor BUMBLE BEE CRAFTS: The runner up will receive a beautiful 12 x 12 Floral Brocade Pearl White Album from PRINT BLOCKS together with a Scrapbooking pack. This competition is open to everyone ....so get ready girls - the countdown has begun!! All are welcome to join. Register for the forum now, and indicate your interest HERE Cheers........................Leanne

Two More Layouts.........................

just because I can!!!!

 

These are my final Christmas layouts for 2009. I have planned the Christmas mini album and have all the supplies in a box,ummmm need to get the photos printed, but that will have to wait until next week as I have DT layouts to complete before the end of the weekend.

I have been on holidays for a month now, but it only seems like yesterday was my last day at work for 2009. I have done no school work, except move my work bag under the desk so I couldn't see it, but next week it will have to come out. I think I have probably got about 10-15 hours work to do before I go back. Looking forward to this year at work ~ I am taking up 2 new roles which will be quite challenging and I am really looking forward to my classes ~ a couple of courses I haven't taught for a couple of years and a new syllabus ~ always keeps things interesting!! And my Year group will be in Year 9 ~ oh the joys of 14-15 year old girls!!!

Cheers......................Leanne

Scrap Pile Sketch Challenge...................

The January sketch challenge at Scrap Pile was designed by the delightful Karen:

and my interpretation of the sketch:

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Details can be found HERE. I have managed to scrap 2 more Christmas layouts today, bringing to an end my Christmas layouts for 2009. I still have a 2009 Christmas album planned that will hopefully be completed next week.

Cheers......................Leanne

Just Because Scrapping.......................

has been happening in the last couple of days. I am just awaiting the arrival of my Scrap Pile DT goodies for this month, so decided to scrap a few of our Christmas photos. The remainder will be used in a special project that is still under wraps!!!

So what have I been creating:

 

I have the makings of another layout ready to go, but might have to move into the lounge room so I can watch  "Secret Millionaire".

Cheers.........................Leanne

Something Big is Coming...............................

to SCRAP PILE!!!!

Details will be released soon, but a little hint ~ as you are out and about enjoying this fabulous SUMMER season be sure to have your trusty camera handy and get some happy snaps.

Stay tunes for more details real soon...................................



Cheers............................Leanne

Scrap Pile January Technique Challenge.......

is masking and misting. Neither needs to be store bought to participate, but Gill has a lovely range of Glimmermists at Scrap Pile which can be found HERE.

In my example layout I used a Tim Holtz mask and two shades of Glimmermist, coordinated with College Press papers and a variety of embellies. I have also listed some tips for success and how to make your own masks and mists HERE. And now for the example:DS was playing with my scrap supplies and made a lovely booklet for his Letter to Santa, complete with an embossed cover using the Big Shot. Only trouble was he got it into an envelope and sealed so quickly that I didn't know what he had asked for. Luckily I needed to readdress the envelope and got a sneak peak and photo!!
His reply letter from Santa is tucked in under the photo mat.


Cheers...........................Leanne

Scrap Pile January Challenges ..................

Looking for a little inspiration to get you scrapping?? Then how about checking out the challenges over at Scrap Pile?? This month I am responsible for the Inspiration and Technique challenges.
I have kept the Inspiration challenge relatively simple with this colour scheme and the theme of Christmas:


and my example:Bit of a Pink Paislee overload here ~ I love Pink Paislee.

Having a few issues with my camera, so the technique challenge probably won't make it's debut until tomorrow.


Cheers......................Leanne

2010 ~ Happy New Year.............................

I "borrowed" this gorgeous gal from Leonie over at Scrap Pile, isn't she just divine!!

We welcomed the new year quietly with friends over at Maitland. Took the kids to the 9pm riverbank fireworks and then went back to their house for cheese and wine. Today has been very quiet ~ I've had several very unproductive days, but I guess that is what holidays are all about.

My word for 2010 is going to be ................... BALANCE

Anyhow, hope you all had a great new year and that 2010 brings health, wealth, happiness and peace.

Cheers..........................Leanne