Friday Sketchers

For these 2 cards I used Friday Sketchers number 5 http://fridaysketchersblog.blogspot.com/ I decided to do a boy and girl card for a couple of children at work. Who's birthdays are coming up soon. I used paper from my stash along with painted images with watercolours. .

Well I've had the best weekend ever. We gave my 17 year old a surprise pre 18th birthday. As she will be away for her birthday. I invited 14 of her mates round. And she slept round Elise's house. So when she came home the front room was covered with balloons, banners, embarrassing pictures. She walked in and myself, her Dad and sister plus best friend Nat were the only ones there singing. Then half was through "Happy Birthday" the other burst through the door singing as well. She had no idea and was really chuffed. She now has all her new clothes and everything she needs for her holiday in July. And one very happy Mummy, who can't believe my baby is so nearly 18!!!!!! big hugs and enjoy the sun everyone Vicki

Cards at last!

Well I started the week well with all good thoughts of doing cards everyday. And blogging everyday, but costumes got the better of me and they are taking over my life. But good news is there is a huge light at the end of the tunnel. I've only got 3 pairs of trousers to finish off. Then one pair to alter, pirate trousers, pirates shirt and 2 pirates waistcoats to make. I can't believe it, it's looking good for dress rehearsals on the 22nd. Today I'm off to dance all day to give out the tutu's, leotards, catsuits etc etc that have been in boxes in my front room for what seems like a life time lol. I have my front room back and nearly a dinning room table back.

So all the cards above were done at the beginning of the week, the last 3 were done with last weeks Friday sketch. And the top one is a real quick card for a friend who asked me to knock up a card for her Mum!!!!! I hope you've all had good weeks and have enjoyed some good crafting days. big hugs for now Vicki oxo's

Ismaki challenge 21

These are the 2 cards, I had to finish yesterday. So now they are done now. I used a mixed of papers from my stash. For the Christmas card I added 2 green gems and pre-printed wording for finish off. Then for the birthday card I added computer printed wording "Have a buzzing Birthday". Then finished off with 2 ladybirds that I've had in my little box for years, knew I'd use them someday lol. Well I'm enjoying being back at the cards. Although I still have costumes to do, there doesn't seem such a rush on it all now. This weekend I will be giving out 100's of leotard, tutu and catsuits. I will be so thankful to get rid of all the boxes. But couldn't give out a bit at a time. The rows would of been a nightmare! big hugs and enjoy the sun if it's shinning with you Vicki oxo's

Sharon has some Blog Candy!

Hi all just to let you know Sharon has Blog Candy up for grabs. http://shari-anne-happycrafter.blogspot.com/ She also has beautiful cards to look at. So it's worth a visit to her site, if only to have a look. Enjoy x Vicki x

Ismaki challenge 21

My first crafting and card I've done for over a week and it did feel good to be back at my table. For this card I used Ismaki challenge 21. http://ismaki.wordpress.com/ Yes I know it's a week old and the new challenge has been posted, but I didn't want to miss out on a good sketch. I have done 3 of these sketches but I have painted the other 2 yet, so hopefully get those done today ready for posting tomorrow.

For this card I used Paper from my stash. Image was one given to me from Vanessa. I added faux stitching, painted the image with watercolour paints then finally added the flowers.

Hope you are all ok, and doing loads of crafting while our beautiful summer is going on outside!!!!!! Where did the sun go??? big hugs to everyone Vicki oxo's