Quiet Christmas

Another Christmas has come and gone. Very quiet this year as it was just hubby and I. The kids were all elsewhere, two daughters and g.gs Zach spending Christmas in Ormeau, one daughter in Cairns, two sons in Brisbane and one son working on Heron Island (lucky devil). It's bucketing down outside at the moment, perfect weather for working on my ATC's. Here are some Christmas cards made for a swap.

Christmas Wishes

 

Happy Holidays 2

New Computer

I'm sitting in front of my brand new computer (actually, I've had it for a couple of weeks), and it is fantastic. It's a 13 1/2" Macbook Pro, so slim, so compact, so light and SO FAST, such a pleasure to use. I had an Apple computer years ago and never had any problems with it, so when it was time to get a new one, there was no question about the brand. Of course, after about 7 years of using Microsoft operating systems I have a lot to learn and I think playing is the best way to do that ( I do so love to play on the computer). The trouble is once you're on the computer and start reading other people's blogs you're lost. There are so many talented and innovative people out in cyberspace I never tire of following their exploits.

Double Trouble

We had a little visitor last week, and boy did he keep us on our toes. Noah, our oldest great grandson, came to stay for several days. He is 5 months older than Zachary, our other great grandson(who lives with us). Noah was born in July 2007, and Zach on 1st Nov 2007. They had a great time together, but they have completely different personalities. Noah is very outgoing, needs lots of attention and is a real ham. Zach is a little quieter and is often happy to play on his own. They are both absolutely gorgeous ( I know, I'm biased). Zach used to call me Grammy, but this has gradually changed to Mammy (makes you feel like bursting into song, doesn't it?), so now this is what Noah calls me.

Noah and Zachary

New tricks

Oh my goodness, I've learned how to add a clock to my blog, and I think I've just learned how to add a link! (It's hard being computer illiterate!) Now I'll just try it & see if it works. Why not pop on over for the Dec challenge at Inkurable Stampers. There are some great prizes up for grabs.

Birthday Card

I needed to make a birthday card for my daughter, who turns 28 today. The colour scheme of pink, brown & cream, (Inkurable Stampers Dec challenge) really appealed to me, so here is my challenge card 'Best Friends'. I'm really happy with it.

Inkurable Stampers

Wow, I just had to post and tell you that I won a prize on Inkurable Stampers.
It's a fabulous set of large border stamps from Crafty Individuals. All because I left a comment on Sarah's site. I'm excited and can't wait to start using them on my cards. Inkurable Stampers is a great site that has regular challenges and plenty of giveaways, it's well worth a visit so pop on over and check it out.

ATC's and free stuff

Two months have flown by since I was last here. I haven't done any sewing but I'm all set up and ready to go because my lovely husband bought me a Janome sewing table specifically designed for my 6500. It's really solid, so no more table jump when I get going. It's a bit hard to organise sewing time with our resident great grandson entering the terrible two's. Tantrums can blow up suddenly, then blow over just as quick. Distraction is the order of the day, and supervision and monitoring are our favourite words. Here are some photos of Zach enjoying his birthday cake.






I have managed to fill my creative need by making ATC's, and participating in swaps with my on-line groups and local shop Scrapbook Fantasies.






I have just been on Lisa Volroths site where she is again offering her free images available for downloading until Christmas. They are great for ATC's, and who doesn't enjoy freebies.