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Cardigan so far

2012-01-13T11:04:00.001Z

Morning folks, have just finished the 2 pockets for my cardi so thought I'd take a wee pic of the pieces just to give you a sneaky peek at it's progress. All that's left now is to stitch it all together and add the border so I'm almost there.

Morning playtime is over now though so it's time to get on with some proper work. Lucky for me I enjoy that too! Hope you all have a fab day.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

Pollyanna Album

2012-01-12T15:40:00.000Z

Afternoon all, I hope you're all having a fab day. I've been beavering away, interrupted as always by mere tasks like housework etc. Lol. Got a few things on the go at the moment, one of which is knitting my cardigan.. Well it's coming along nicely and the only things I have left to do is knit the pockets and borders then join it all together so hopefully I'll be sporting my new hand knitted by myself cardi next week. Can't believe how excited I am about it either.

Also working on samples for the lovely Lynda Chapman, and boy are you all in for a treat next month.. As for any more details than that.. Sorry my lips are sealed. Lol. In an effort to make up for it though I'm sharing some pics of previous samples made up from the Pollyanna & Pals CD's. I had a lot of fun playing with these as there is so much to choose from and she's just so very cute.

Lynda will also be back on Create & Craft tomorrow Friday 13th at 8am with the Garden Delights CD, so well worth tuning in or recording.

Well it's time for me to get back to work again, afternoon break is officially over and I have a pile of papers calling my name.

Happy crafting all.

Lorraine xxx

Inside of Pollyanna album

2012-01-12T15:25:00.001Z

Pollyanna gift box

2012-01-10T17:26:00.001Z

Evening all.. Boy is time going fast and I'm having a ball. Just had a new parcel of goodies arrived yesterday too so going to make a start tonight but will be a few weeks before I can share with you all so I thought I'd share some previous makes with you since the CD's have now been launched.

Cupcakecrafting launched their Pollyanna and Pals CD on Create & Craft last month and here are 2 of the projects I created for the launch show. Will post some more pics tomorrow again.

I can honestly hand on heart recommend these CD's for numerous reasons. The first thing I was impressed with was just how easy it was to navigate the CD, then you have the quality of the designs, the many options available from backing papers, toppers, gift bags, quick print cards, inserts etc.. See what I mean! They really do have a bit of everything in them. Lol.

Their full range can be seen on the website at

www.cupcakecrafting.co.uk

There are also recipe cards and some free downloads available from the website too as well as embellishments, card stock etc so well worth a look. You never know just what could drop in your basket while you're there.

Anyway, work is calling as deadlines are quickly approaching so time to sign off for now, refill the coffee cup and get busy.

Happy crafting all

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

Pollyanna gift bag

2012-01-10T17:14:00.001Z

Work & Leisure

2012-01-06T22:27:00.000Z

Evening all and sorry it's so late in the day, but it's been a busy wee day.

Headed up to Perth today to the wonderful world of Elena Costella's Yarn shop, also home of Heritage Rubber Stamps for a sit down meeting to discuss the year ahead and work on some new designs. What a fabulous lunch we had also, everything was homemade apart from the doritos. Lol. And we had carrot and coriander soup, cheese and onion bread, humous and carrot cake. Was still stuffed when I got back home tonight and didn't manage any dinner till 9pm. Done some housework when I got back, spent time with hubby catching up on the days work and now I'm sitting down to relax and make a wee wall hanging or two.

Also had a wonderful email from the lovely Lynda Chapman and boy.. If you like your CD crafting then keep an eye on Cupcakecrafting as there are some fabulous things coming up in the not too distant future.

For any followers of Ann Russell aka Ickle Haggis in blogland, Ann had a knee replacement op today and I'm glad to say that although she's in pain at the moment, her op went well and hopefully she'll be back on her feet real soon.

So, that's the extent of my day so far and I'm off to enjoy the few hours remaining before bedtime. Hope you've all had a wonderful day too.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

Help!

2012-01-04T22:58:00.001Z

Can you please tell me if you see a strange video when you come on to my blog. Cynthia left me a comment in the previous post saying she has been seeing it but I'm not seeing anything. Thank you xxx

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Fun time..

2012-01-04T21:51:00.000Z

Evening all and I can hardly believe it's this time of night already.. The day seems to have flown by. There was a change of plan today due to weather conditions so my trip to Perth was delayed and instead I got some work done around the house then made a start on some new samples for Cupcakecrafting which sadly I can't share with you yet but soon as I get the go ahead I will.

In the meantime, I thought I'd show you what I'm going to complete tonight.. You may well remember I started this months ago then between work, christmas etc it has simply lay on my desk patiently awaiting my attention and tonight is the night.

Looking forward to getting it done and I'll share the finished project with you tomorrow. It's defo time to get the creative juices flowing again after the festive break and a little bit of this and that is defo the way to do it.

Toodle pip till tomorrow.

Lorraine xxx

My knitting challenge

2012-01-03T18:11:00.001Z

Evening all and boy has the wind been bad today. Utter nightmare in my estate but I know I've been very fortunate compared to my neighbours. Only thing that has been damaged really is a tree in the back garden which is in the process of being blown down. I'm hoping it doesn't get any worse as the tree is heading towards my dining room doors so if it just stays calm till it can be cut down then I'll be happy. My poor mum wasn't quite as fortunate as a lot of her fence has been blown down and though we went down to try and repair it, it's so bad we couldn't even do a temporary patch job on it so new fencing it is. I do hope everyone has stayed safe and not suffered any physical harm.

Anyway, I took a bit of a tizz last Thursday when I bought myself some yarn and a knitting pattern for a cardigan and I've been busy clicking away ever since. So far I've managed to complete the back, front left and front right sides and now about to start on a sleeve. Considering I've never knitted anything as large as a cardigan before I'm quite happy with how it's coming along and to be honest, can't wait to finish it so I can wear it.. Hopefully sometime within the next week seeing as I return to the normal work schedule tomorrow my time will be more restricted.

Now, if I type much more I won't be knitting so really must go and get those needles clicking again as it will be time for dinner in a half hour or so aswell.

Stay safe everyone and I'll be back again tomorrow.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

Paws for Thought Cd's

2012-01-03T00:27:00.001Z

Quick update on another company I work for.. Cupcakecrafting.

The wonderful Lynda Chapman will be on C&C today, Tues 3rd Jan at both 10am and 4pm with these gorgeous Paws for Thought CD's. So cute and perfect for many occasions, you really don't want to miss them so make sure you either tune in (I will be with my coffee in hand) or set the box to record so you don't miss anything.

Hope you enjoy.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

happy-new-year

2012-01-02T12:33:00.001Z

Happy New Year to all you lovely peeps out there in blogland and I hope you've had a wonderful start to 2012.

I sat down last week and got my new diary all updated so that's a good job done as this is going to be a busy year. Fortunately I've managed to have a complete break over the festive season so the batteries have been fully recharged and I'm ready for life to return to normal again.

Lots to get sorted this month, samples, workshops, demo's etc and it all begins on Wednesday morning with a trip to Perth for a wee business meeting. I'm sure I'll still manage to squeeze in a wee coffee or two right enough whilst sitting round the discussion table. Lol.

So during the last few days I have left of the holidays I'm going to be working away like mad on my new cardigan that I decided to knit myself. Took a wee mad idea last week so toddled off to get myself some yarn and a pattern. Since Thursday I've managed to knit the back and the front left hand side so doing not too bad so far I think. Just got the front right, 2 sleeves, 2 pockets and the borders to do so I could well be some time yet. Lol. So determined to finish this though as I've never knitted anything as big as a cardigan before so it will be a real achievement for me.

Well.. Time for me to move I guess and my new years resolution is to do my best to try and blog every single day.. Time I got myself back on track and I do apologise for having disappeared for a while.

Toodles for now my lovelies.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

1st word book

2011-12-06T18:11:00.001Z

Evening all and yes I know it's been a while.. It's a busy time of year and the days just aren't long enough right now for everything I want to do.

Anyway, I finally managed to take some pics of a few word books I've made this week so thought it was time to share.

This one is so gentle with flowers, teddies, bling and gingham ribbon. There are also some self adhesive pieces being enclosed with the order so the recipient can attach them where she want.

I've managed to get some pressies ordered too and got a pile of samples to get through over the coming week as well as more christmas cards to make so I'm going to be busy, busy, busy.. Just the way I like it, especially when it's cold and frosty outside. Lol.

Right, guess I better say toodles again as still got a few things to finish tonight but I will try and remember to start blogging again on a regular basis as I really have no excuse when I can use my phone to do it.

Bye for now my lovely peeps.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

2nd word book

2011-12-06T18:05:00.001Z

This is the 2nd word book I created.. Plenty of wee teddy bears, some bling and gingham ribbon.

May wee baby Hayden have a long and healthy life.

L xxx

Artstamps Edinburgh 2012

2011-11-26T20:44:00.001Z

Evening all.. I've been asked to do workshops again at next years Artstamps show in Edinburgh so I need to start planning them soon.
If there is any kind of workshop you'd like to see, please let me know and I'll see if I can incorporate them for you.

That's all for now as I'm off to craft. Lol

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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The snow is coming

2011-11-26T11:27:00.001Z

Morning all.. Let's hope my subject line isn't too true for us eh but we did have a wee flutter of the white stuff here yesterday!

It was a bit of a jingle jangle day here with lots going on so the only thing I actually managed to make was this wee snowman and he still has his sign to be written but that will only take a minute or two so I'm not fretting over it.

Today is starting just now with hubby in the kitchen making me a fry up, then the housework has to be done before the girls arrive for afternoon coffee.. We don't know if this will be our last get together before Marie emigrates to Oz as Angie lives in Scunthorpe so it's not like we can organise get together's any old time.

Well breakfast has been served so best sign off now and eat it whilst it's warm.

Have a fab day everyone.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

I can share

2011-11-25T13:50:00.001Z

Woohoo... Just been given the go ahead to share my news with you all..

I'm over the moon as this morning I was asked by the lovely Lynda Chapman if I would like to be on the Cupcakecrafting Design Team.. Needless to say the answer was yes and I'm now looking forward to getting stuck into the sample making.

Phew.. I'm glad to have that out in the open as I've been bursting to share with you all for the last few hours. Lol

Off to have a wee coffee for recovery purposes now and if you haven't already seen what all is available from Lynda then pop over to the website at www.cupcakecrafting.co.uk where there are also some real bargains available at the moment.

Toodles for now.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Tree decorations..

2011-11-25T12:04:00.001Z

Morning all and it may be a miserable autumn day outside by there's plenty sun shining indoors today thanks to 2 lovely ladies.

Firstly the one I can share with you just now is that I've been asked to do workshops again at the Artstamps show in Edinburgh so need to get the thinking cap on and get some workshops planned.

Secondly.. Sorry I can't share the details with you right now but I will do in the very near future but I can say it's another one I'm very excited about.

Anyway, here's just 1 of the tree decorations I made yesterday.. Believe it or not the rest aren't quite finished as I need to get a new detail brush to do the eyes so soon as I've got that they'll be finished and ready to hang.

What's on today's agenda.. Well I'm off for a shower just now then need to pop to Asda as the girls are coming round tomorrow so need to stock up on cake.. Then I'll just see how the day works out as I had great plans in place yesterday and umpteen things threw spanners in the works.

Hope you all have a wonderful day.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

It's that time again

2011-11-24T11:45:00.001Z

Yes folks, christmas is now fast approaching and it's that time again when the hands are working non stop getting the cards and presents all ready for the event of the year. I feel as though I'm behind this year so I'm doing my best to focus and squeeze as much in whenever possible so yesterday I managed to spend a good few hours sitting making a pile of easel cards.

Today I think I might put my efforts into painting some ceramics so I can get the snow on them ready to cure overnight and being as its not the most pleasant of days outside it does give me a good excuse to stay snug as a bug in a rug indoors.

This week started in the normal fashion with Monday being a house sorting day then Tuesday started off with going to Country Baskets with my friend.. A few hours later I ran back in the front door, grabbed my kit bag and scuttled off to ceramics group (an hour late), left there and went straight to asda for the shopping finally getting home around 4.30pm just in time to prep the evening meal. Then you know what I was up to yesterday and I suppose it really is time to get my finger out and get crafting the day away today again.

Hope you're all hustling and bustling too.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

Christmas collection

2011-11-24T11:25:00.001Z

The silk journey

2011-11-19T16:52:00.001Z

So many stunning tops, waistcoats, jackets and coats from www.thesilkjourney.com

Greedy sheep eating coconut buttons

2011-11-19T15:15:00.001Z

Fabric bag, knitted fingerless mitts and some coconut shell buttons

2011-11-19T15:14:00.000Z

Hand knitted bag & scarf

2011-11-19T15:13:00.000Z

Sheep candles. Lol

2011-11-19T15:12:00.002Z

Wee hot water bottle cover

2011-11-19T15:12:00.001Z

2011-11-19T15:11:00.001Z

Felt pictures

2011-11-19T09:26:00.001Z

www.moymackay.com

These are simply stunning and are all done by hand by the amazing Moy Mackay who is based in Selkirk and Peebles.

Well worth a look.

L x

Finger licking good

2011-11-18T19:13:00.001Z

Evening all and I hope you've all had as good a day as I have.. Met so many lovely people today at the SECC and can't wait to meet many more tomorrow again.

Apologies that I forgot to take any pics of the lovely goodies available but I did manage to get one of Elena when she was trying to eat some lunch, and the proof is in the picture that it really was finger licking good. Lol

We're starting at 9am tomorrow as we need to re-organise the stand a bit to replace all the stock that was sold today then doors open at 10am for the fun to begin again.

If you've never attended a Country Living show before, all I can say is it's well worth a visit if there's a show near you.

Right, time to get hubby to order me a nice chinese takeaway whilst I go change into my trackies and put my feet up for the rest of the night. Will do my best to post pics throughout the day tomorrow.

Toodles for now.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

Busy bee time

2011-11-17T14:55:00.000Z

Well the week is just flying by yet again.. True what they say, the older you get the quicker time passes.

Had a busy wee day so far and I'm now working at the country living fair at the secc tomorrow as well as at the weekend so need to make use of my time today.. Starting off with this cute little snowman. After that I've got some candlestick holders to do and more cards to prep.

Oops.. Washing machine has just beeped so best go hang the washing up before I start then it's head down for the rest of the day.
Hope you're all having a wonderful day.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

Country Living Magazine Christmas Fairs 2011 - Visiting the Christmas Fair in Scotland

2011-11-16T23:51:00.001Z

http://www.countrylivingfair.com/xmas/Content/Visiting-the-Christmas-Fair-in-Glasgow/4/

Evening all and apologies for my absence over the last day or two but hopefully things will be back to normal again now. In the meantime I thought I'd give you all a reminder that the Country Living Fair is on at the SECC for the next 4 days (Thurs - Sun) and is well worth a visit.

You may or may not remember that last year I done some decopatch workshops on behalf of Damselfly Crafts, very scary with the large screen behind me and my microphone on my head so everyone could hear me. Lol.

This year will be a little different for me. I will definitely be there at the weekend assisting the lovely Elena Costella who has some absolutely gorgeous products for sale and I'm on emergency stand by Thurs and Fri just incase the crowds get too much and I'll run to the rescue as I'm only 20 mins from the venue.

If any of you are going along I hope you'll stop by and say hello and if you've made any purchases I'm sure to want a nosey in your bags. Lol

Off now to prep another few things for xmas cards before heading to bed as I've got the hairdresser at 9.30am tomorrow and I'll be so relieved to get this mass of hair chopped and styled again. I normally get it cut every 4 weeks but due to the recent shows I've had to wait a whole 7 weeks so I'm feeling really weighted up top. Roll on tomorrow morning is all I can say. Will be back to share more with you tomorrow.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Holidays are coming..

2011-11-15T13:08:00.000Z

Afternoon all.. I'm currently in my ceramics class and today I'm making a start on Santa with the kiddies.. Well the holidays are coming according to the Coca Cola ad.. Lol

Off to get back to my painting now before I get into trouble for lagging behind and it will soon be coffee and cake time too.

Toodles for now.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

New curtains

2011-11-13T18:00:00.001Z

Defo not the best picture as it's dark outside and had to use the flash on my phone but it still give you an idea of what they look like.

The background is a slate grey with red and black flowers outlined with sort of a charcoal grey.. All I need now is fresh paint on the walls and a beautiful new grey carpet and I'll be a very happy bunny.

My living room was previously brown and beige and although these colours are much darker than before it's quite amazing just how much brighter the room actually looks now.. Wish I had done it ages ago.

Off to hang the 2nd curtain now before we toddle off to see Brianna and Gordon in their new flat.

Toodles for now.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

New cushions..

2011-11-13T13:23:00.001Z

Afternoon all, well I managed to get some new cushions yesterday, and though I saw curtains I liked I held off on buying them just to be sure.. You may well guess.. Got home and kicked myself for not having just bought them when I saw them. Also managed to get a new display shelf for my craft room even though I was looking for a storage unit. Lol

Just getting ready to go out again, got the weekly shop to do and may pop back for my curtains too.. Might be pushing it for Ikea as we're going to visit the kids tonight in their new flat.. Rob's already been up whilst I was working but this is the first chance I've had to go visit since they got the keys 2 weeks ago.. Also need to remember to take up her filing cabinet (she's so organised).

So, without further delay I must sign off otherwise I'll defo not get to ikea!!! Hope you all have a lovely day.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

Pony ride..

2011-11-12T16:46:00.000Z

So loving these Kanban cards for the kiddies.. Quick, easy and they'll love them too

For the kids..

2011-11-12T11:59:00.001Z

Morning all, and boy am I late today.. It's almost lunchtime!!! I've been sitting here trying to think of what all I need to get done this weekend whilst hubby is off work and what can wait till next week.

As you know my new sofa arrived a few weeks back so we need to try and sort the living room now, what colour is going on the walls, new carpet, curtains, blinds, cushions etc.. I also need to get a new storage unit in the craft room as I passed one of them over to Brianna for her new flat which means a load of my stash is lying on the floor and my desk just now. Really looking forward to tomorrow too as we're going to visit Gordon and Brianna in their new flat so I can't wait to see what they've done since they got the keys. All I know right now is their feature wall in the living room has been painted blood red. Feel awful I haven't visited already but between both of our schedules this is the first we've been able to sort something out.. Hope she's got good coffee in for me. Lol

Well, guess I better go have another wee cuppa then make a move on the day and get some chores scored off of the list.. Toodles for now

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

Stamps for nesties

2011-11-11T15:24:00.001Z

Afternoon all... for all you nestabilities fans out there I thought I'd share this website with you which a lady very kindly told me all about last week at the NEC... they have designed a selection of stamps which are compatible with your nestabilities so well worth having a look.. what are they called... Waltzing Mouse how cute a name is that lol.

Hope you enjoy a browse.

Love 'n' hugs

Lorraine xxx

Snowman rocker

2011-11-11T14:19:00.001Z

Well I'm sitting here in a relatively clean house.. Just not finished sorting through the paperwork.. Lol. But I've got the kids to get from the school bus in an hour so I'm making a start on the kiddies christmas cards first.. Lovely Kanban rockers to keep them all happy.

Back to speed crafting I go. Lol

Toodles
Lorraine xxx

11-11-11

2011-11-11T11:11:00.001Z

In Loving Memory of my Great Grandfather who perished on 10-12-1917

My great grandfather was 1 of 4 sons all of whom perished during WW1... Let us all pray today that the world will find peace in the very near future.

God bless those who have lost and will lose their loved ones before that day arrives.

Love 'n' hugs

Lorraine xxx

NEC and nestabilities

2011-11-10T18:14:00.002Z

Evening all... well it's very difficult to tell just what exactly was the favourites at the NEC as the nestabilities were simply flying off the stand at a fast and furious rate.. right enough they were selling at 2 for £30.

This cracker of a snowflake.. although not new to the range is however still proving to be very popular with the public and was managing to keep up with all the new dies so if you don't already have it in your collection it may be worth sparing it a thought as it's as popular today as it was at launch.. one of the best things about it too is the fact that it has an extender included so allows you the option to increase the size of your snowflake if desired... perfect for window and christmas tree decorations don't you think.

If you're looking to add to your collection of nestabilities there is a large range to choose from at Craft World so why not pop over and have a nosey.. you never know what else you might find.

Toodles for now

Love 'n' hugs

Lorraine xxx

SECC favourite

2011-11-10T15:30:00.002Z

Afternoon all... thought I'd give you a wee update on what was the most popular stamp this year at the SECC.. it was Frosty... and is it any wonder.. front and rear option of frosty himself, 3 sentiments and 3 background stamps... that's 8 stamps in total for only £9.99!!!

If you'd like to purchase frosty or take a look at the other stamps in the range then simply visit The Art Of Craft website.

Toodles for now and happy crafting

Love 'n' hugs

Lorraine xxx

JO CHANNON'S CANDY GIVEAWAY

2011-11-10T12:31:00.000Z

Finally I managed to get the picture uploaded... lol... please see the post below for the link over to Jo's blog..

LET'S CREATE: Blog Candy Time!!

2011-11-10T12:00:00.000Z

LET'S CREATE: Blog Candy Time!!: Hello Blogger Friends, I hope everyone is having a good week. I thought it was time to put a few bits and pieces together and offer as Bl...

NEC goodies..

2011-11-09T10:34:00.001Z

Morning all.. Well you know how I said that it was so busy at the NEC I didn't get time to shop for any goodies.. Here's the proof in the pudding.

What you see in the picture is all the goodies I came home with!!!

Thank goodness I had the Artful Splodger on the stand next to us, so late on Sunday afternoon I was able to stick my head round the corner and grab a couple of bits and bobs.. Not many but at least I didn't come home completely empty handed. Lol

Well I'm trying to decide what's on today's agenda.. Got a few things I need to do like the washing, shopping etc and may even treat myself to a little bit of crafting in front of the tv as I'm still catching up with everything that was taped during my absence. Hope you all have a wonderful day too.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

My Timmy Tote

2011-11-08T10:27:00.001Z

Morning all and I'm pleased to say I'm feeling a little more refreshed today.. Fell asleep somewhere around 10pm and slept right through till 9am!!! Going to take it somewhat easy today again, another good sleep tonight and we should be full steam ahead as of tomorrow.

Today is beginning by catching up on Kirstie's handmade britain then I'll do the whole shower thing. Lol. Should be going to ceramics then from 12 till 3pm which will be nice and relaxing and the only other thing I plan on doing today is a wee tidy around the house and having the washing machine going non stop. Tomorrow I'll tackle the house from top to bottom and the ironing but least said about that the better. Lol

Wow.. What a hard decision it was trying to choose which Timmy tote I wanted to bring home with me and in the end the decision was made for me.. I had been humming and hawwing trying to make the decision and one night after the show closed Gaynor gave me the most wonderful surprise.. She had made the decision for me and she gave me this wonderful tote as a gift from her to me.. I was so touched that words really did fail me. Now it's going to be travelling all over as I set about the job of showing it off to everyone no doubt beginning today with the ceramics group. Lol

So, I'm afraid I must sign off as my coffee cup is empty and Kirstie is calling for me too!! Hope you all have a wonderful day.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

My treat

2011-11-07T09:47:00.001Z

Well good morning all on this lovely bright blue skied but very chilly day. We finally got home around 6.30am, I've had a wee nap for an hour, a chat with hubby before he left for work and now I'm planning on channel flicking the tv all day. Lol

It was an incredibly busy show at the NEC and I honestly didn't have the time to get any shopping done but I did manage to grab this gorgeous new jacket. Every morning when I entered the hall I saw it but never had time to pop by to buy it, then yesterday morning the stand holder walked through the door right in front of me so I nabbed him right away. Lol. A quick try on of the garment and in a bag it went. So glad I managed to catch him too as I got the very last size small that he had.

I did manage to grab a couple of bits from the stand next to us and Gaynor gave me a lovely pressie too so will upload pics of them later.. Right now I'm off to boil the kettle again as my body is in serious need of caffeine.

Toodles for now

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

HOME!!!

2011-11-07T06:15:00.001Z

Woohoo.. I've just got home but poor Donald, Gaynor and Michael still have another bit to go before they're home safe too.. Off to get myself a wee cuppa and put my pj's on. Lol

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We're on the move..

2011-11-07T03:45:00.001Z

Yay.. We're now in the hire car and making our way back to the motorway to continue the journey home.. Feeling okay considering we've been up for 21 hours. Lol

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The true Gaynor..

2011-11-07T02:09:00.000Z

She wasn't happy that she looked so happy in the last picture so had to take another showing how she truly feels.. Lol.

Poor Gaynor..

2011-11-07T02:07:00.001Z

Well we've encountered a small break down on the motorway.. Ie the gear box has gone. After sitting on the hard shoulder for an hour and a half the lovely ever so moody, can't be bothered RAC man came to help us with a very unhelpful attitude. Right now he's in his van making calls and we've taken cover in Tebay service station but it's a little chilly so Gaynor is keeping snug wrapped up in her quilt. Lol.

Home time..

2011-11-06T19:37:00.000Z

Stand has been dismantled.. Van packed and we're on the M6 heading for home..

To all the wonderful people who popped by the stand to say hello and to all the lovely new people I met too over the last 4 days I'd just like to say a huge thank you.. You helped to make the last 4 days nothing less than awesome.. Then again I always have a ball at NEC. Lol.

It will be nice to be home but at the same time I'd have loved it just the same if I still had another 4 days to go as there's nothing better than show time.

Sorry for the lack of pictures but it's honestly been non stop from doors opened till we got thrown out in the evening. A true tribute to all those in attendance.

Right I'm going to sign off now and I'll catch up with everyone soon.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Only 4 left!!!

2011-11-06T09:23:00.000Z

All cuttlebugs were gone by yday morning and I've only got 4 grand caliburs left for today!!! Wonder if they'll last till lunchtime. Lol.

Last day

2011-11-06T07:57:00.001Z

Bye, bye bed.. Almost time to head back to the NEC for the last day of the show then tonight we're travelling back home.. Hope the last one's a stormer too as the last 3 days have been awesome.. Xxx

Dinner time

2011-11-03T19:20:00.000Z

Peachy keens for dinner.. Yummy

Hotel

2011-11-03T08:18:00.001Z

This is the outside of the hotel.. Taken just before I jump in the van to head to the show..

H08 is where you'll fine me if you're coming.

Must dash

L xxx

Set to go..

2011-11-02T20:50:00.001Z

Here's my demo table all ready to go with hundreds of dies and embossing folders to sell..

Managed to vacate the hall about 8pm and we're currently sat in Nandos waiting on our dinner to be delivered. Think we'll be straight back to the hotel for an early as its been a long hard day.

Hope to see some of you of the coming 4 days.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

10am unloading

2011-11-02T20:47:00.000Z

This was the view from the back door this morning when we arrived to unload at 10am..

My view

2011-11-02T20:46:00.001Z

This was the view from my room window this morning.

Morning..

2011-11-02T08:22:00.001Z

Well folks its just a quick pic from me this morning.. We arrived at the hotel in the early hours.. Then Gaynor and I ended up chatting so it was 2.30 before we were getting our heads down to sleep.. Now we're both up, getting ready and heading off to set up shortly.

Oh yeah.. And I'm cramming a coffee down my neck at the same time.. Lol

Take care folks

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

NEC here I come..

2011-11-01T16:59:00.001Z

Afternoon all.. Everything is in ship shape order here.. House has been cleaned from top to bottom, washing all done, clothes ironed and packed now I'm just waiting on the van to pick me up and I'll be off heading down the motorway to Birmingham. Big set up day ahead tomorrow then so many crafters to meet over the 4 days at the show. Then, on Sunday once the doors close, we'll be breaking the stand, loading the van and setting off on the journey home again.. Will hopefully get back somewhere around 2am and no doubt I'll have a wee lie in on Monday. Lol

Sorry I didn't manage to get any pics at the SECC but will do my best to get some at the NEC.

Take care all and happy crafting.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

Winter scene

2011-10-31T16:13:00.001Z

Afternoon all.. Here's one of the samples I made for the SECC.. The background paper is from a paper pad, the house, mini wreath and sentiment come from the one set of stamps (Butterfly Kisses) and the snow flake is a Martha Stewart punch.. Coloured using Promarkers, snow on the house is liquid applique and I use my quickie glue pen and glitter just for a wee bit of sparkle.

Products are available from www.art-of-craft.co.uk

Happy crafting
Lorraine xxx

One job done

2011-10-31T11:37:00.000Z

Well that was a mad dash.. Was just getting ready to move and make a start on the day when the phone rang.. Lovely delivery man to tell me they'd be at the house in approx 10 mins with my new sofa.. I'm still in pj's!!! So ran upstairs to throw on some trackies and a jumper, downstairs to clear the window ledge so they can use it for moving the sofas, grabbed my demo stuff and threw it in the hall, hunted the cat upstairs, quick hoover of the carpet and they guys were here.. They were as quick as I was.. One sofa out and into the van and the new sofa in and against the wall quick as you like. Less than 20 mins from I received the call.. They've left and I'm sat on the new one with a cuppa in my hand. Lol.

Hopefully the rest of the day will be easier now as it was all having to fit in around the delivery before. Going to finish this wee coffee first then I can get my day organised. Keep your fingers crossed for me.

Toodles
Lorraine xxx

I recognise this phone!!!

2011-10-31T09:43:00.001Z

Morning all, just a quickie to start the day. I've got so much that needs to be done today before I leave for the NEC tomoz but decided to start with a seat on the sofa, large intake of caffeine and a wee bit of Kirstie's Handmade Britain.. Low and behold.. One of the first examples shown was this fab telephone which I recognised instantly. Lol. I was aware that Kirstie had borrowed a few samples from my lovely friends Anni and Yvonne at Damselfly Crafts for the show and here is one of them. So funny to see it popping up on the tv screen.. Just had to share it with you all but I'm going back to my coffee now whilst I watch the rest of the show.

Toodles for now

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

Light alert

2011-10-29T08:15:00.001+01:00

Morning all and just a quick note from me.. If you drive can you all do a winter lights check on your car lights please. I've passed 2 cars this morning in the dark and rain with NO rear lights whatsoever and 1 of them only had one front light too!!!! 2 bad accidents just waiting to happen.

It only takes a minute to check them and it could save a life.

Stay safe folks.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Arrived

2011-10-28T08:07:00.001+01:00

Well I've just arrived ready for the 2nd day of madness. Must admit it's rather nippy out there this morning. Lol

Time to head in and see who I can catch for a chat.

L xxx

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Morning..

2011-10-28T06:47:00.001+01:00

Well a very good morning to all you lovely folk out there and my apologies for the lack of blogging the last few days but its been non stop here and I mean non stop.

Wednesday got off to a fantastic start all calm and organised. Set up at the SECC went smoothly but then at 10pm shortly before heading to bed the volcano erupted and it was all systems go again which resulted in it being 3am before I got to sleep and the alarm went off again at 6am. Off to the show I went, had a lovely 30 minute break at 2pm where I managed to have a quick chat with a couple of people, but had to be satisfied with a bag of crisps as all sandwiches were sold out!!! Think I'll be buying lunch at 9am today. Lol. So when I got home last night I chilled on the sofa for a while, had a nice chinese for dinner then soaked in a bath before getting some much needed sleep.

Right now I'm off to get my make up on whilst drinking another cuppa of yummy coffee.. Well a girl needs plenty caffeine at this time in the morning. Lol. All going to plan I'll be heading out the door in a half hour for a nice leisurely jaunt to the show and hopefully I'll manage to catch up with some lovely folks before the doors open.

Have a lovely day all.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Poor baby

2011-10-27T06:40:00.001+01:00

For some reason I'm getting the impression that my kitty doesn't like early mornings.. Lol

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Calm before the storm

2011-10-25T16:09:00.001+01:00

Afternoon all on what has actually been a pretty good day weather wise.. Let's hope it lasts!

Started with a nice lie in till 10.30 as it's my last for a while. Lol. Then got myself organised and poddled off out to do some ceramics and relax with the girls for a few hours (even more giggles than normal this week). Now it's back to normality, put the washing machine on and made a quick cuppa which I'm having as I type. Next I need to get the house in ship shape order so I don't have much to do over the coming days. Will start with the hoovering & dusting upstairs, quick wash down of the bathroom & en-suite then I'll get downstairs done. Tomorrow morning will be a quick tidy round before heading off to the SECC to meet up with everyone for set up before coming home to get my clothing organised for the 4 days (like to have them all just hanging up ready to pull on), demo kit to pack, eyebrows to shape, nails to file and paint etc, etc. Then it will be early to bed as the alarm will be ringing aloud at 5.30am Thursday morning. Snooze gets hit for the 1st half hour then I'm up, make the coffee, get ready and I'm out the door around 7.15am. Never quite know what morning traffic will be like heading in to Glasgow so I like to be on the safe side, though I normally arrive around 8am.. Giving me time to have a wander around and a wee chit chat before the doors open and off we go.. A day filled with demo's, lunch if you're lucky then re-stocking the stand in the evening before leaving for home. Soon as the front door is open, the shoes get kicked off, hubby gets my dinner on and I collapse on the sofa.. Wee soak in the bath and off to bed ready to repeat the process the following day.

Next Monday, I've got my replacement sofa being delivered, house to get spick & span again, case to pack for the NEC, halloween bags to make up then I can sit back and watch all the ghouls coming round for trick or treat. Then Tuesday I'm off in the van heading down to Birmingham to repeat the whole process over again.

Guess it's time to make a move now as the fairies aren't going to do the cleaning for me.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine

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Tag 5

2011-10-24T17:20:00.001+01:00

Afternoon all.. Hope everyone's having a good start to the week like I am. Today I've been making some tags for the SECC using these gorgeous 'Butterfly Kisses' stamps and AquaMarkers.. Now those are done it's time to put them aside and move onto my distress inks.

Later tonight I've also got to finish an order for a 65th birthday.. 1 card already done (mum) and another 2 to go (gran and great gran).

Well folks time to finish my tea break and get back to work so toodles for now and hope you all have a lovely evening.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Tag 4

2011-10-24T17:12:00.001+01:00

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Tag 3

2011-10-24T17:10:00.001+01:00

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Tag 2

2011-10-24T17:08:00.001+01:00

Another wee tag sample for the SECC

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Tag 1

2011-10-24T14:43:00.001+01:00

A quick tag make for christmas

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Simplicity

2011-10-23T16:51:00.000+01:00

Afternoon all.. Well I've got a nice ham joint roasting away in the oven along some with potato gratin and I can't wait till it's ready as it smells delicious.

Had a lazy start to the day as one of my wee bunnies passed away, then hubby made lunch before I done some housework. Since then he's popped off to the gym and I've been playing with more stamps so it's been pretty chilled all afternoon and I think tonight will be a veg in front of the tv night with a big box of chocs.. Lol
Right, I'm off to have a nosey in the oven so will catch up with you all again later. Hope you all have a scrummy Sunday.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Down the street

2011-10-22T15:53:00.001+01:00

Afternoon all.. Busy here working on samples today. Can't believe it's only a matter of days now till the show at the SECC, seems to have flown by. Thought I'd give you another wee sneaky peek to keep you going.. This time it's been coloured using AquaMarkers.

Not much else on the agenda today apart from the weekly shop and tomorrow I'm off to pick up some new tops for the NEC. Good excuse to treat myself. Lol.

Hope you're all having a fab weekend and wrapping up warm as it's pretty chilly outside.. Bbrrrr

From now till later.. Toodles

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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NEC

2011-10-21T16:34:00.001+01:00

Woohoo... Just had a fantastic phone call and I'm off to the NEC for the ICHF show.. So excited and looking forward to meeting so many avid craft enthusiasts during the duration of the show.

Now I need to curtail my excitement and get back to working on my samples for the SECC.

Happy crafting all

Lorraine xxx

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Family day

2011-10-20T20:52:00.001+01:00

Evening all and apologies for the lateness of today's post but I was off visiting family today. It was a well overdue visit and I won't be leaving it as long again.

The afternoon was spent drinking coffee and eating scones whilst catching up and my cousin's wee girl Abbi was there too providing plenty entertainment. She's very quiet and well behaved but some of the looks you get when you say something silly are nothing less than classic.. Certainly has a few of her mum's characteristics in her. Lol. Another visit is planned for a fortnights time so really looking forward to that now.

Alas, it's time to get back to work and the last of my kit for the secc arrived this morning so I've got plenty to keep me going from now till then.. And without further delay.. I'm off to do some more stamping and colouring.

Hope you've all had a wonderful day.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Welcome

2011-10-19T20:34:00.001+01:00

Evening all.. Thought I'd pop by with another little sneaky peek.

I've been sent such a fab selection of stamps that I'm having a ball working my way through them before I tackle the card construction.. Lol

Off to get some dinner now then will see what I do after that.

Toodles for now

Lorraine xxx

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Ho ho ho

2011-10-19T17:08:00.000+01:00

Here's a wee peek at just one of the stamped images I'll be playing with at the secc... Only 1 more week to go!!! Can't wait.

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Hang up..

2011-10-19T14:44:00.001+01:00

Afternoon all on what is a lovely sunny day but bbbrrrrr is it cold.. Lol. Lucky I've got plenty to keep me busy indoors just now so I'm certainly not bored.

This morning started with some more fairy painting and I've just connected by 'home sweet home' sign with some coloured string.. Now that's done it's time to spend some time on my samples for the secc.. Told you I had plenty to keep me busy on this cold day!

If you fancy making your own 'home sweet home' sign, the blank kits are available from www.angelcrafts.biz and whilst you're there take a good look around at all the other gorgeous Tando goodies available.

So, time for me to get back to work and see if I can resist turning the heating on for another hour or so.. Lol

Happy crafting all
Lorraine xxx

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Taking time out..

2011-10-18T20:31:00.001+01:00

Evening all.. Lots done today, housework, ceramics (2 baby plaques and 1 snowman complete), market, chemist and now I'm going to do another bit of painting.. Oven heating too for my pizza so I will need to take another wee break to eat it. Lol

This little fairy is what's on tonight's agenda so I'll do all the heavy painting tonight and finish her off tomorrow in daylight.. Well I don't want her looking like aunt sally with too much blusher on her cheeks do I else I'd need to give her a good scrub and start over again!

Right.. Off to get the pizza in the oven now and make a start with my brush strokes.. Catch you all tomorrow again.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Sweet..

2011-10-17T21:57:00.001+01:00

Well I've all but finished my new wall hanger but low and behold.. I've no coloured string in the house.. It's in the garage!!! No way I'm going out tonight in this cold so I'll finish it off tomorrow.. Lol.

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Snow is falling..

2011-10-17T19:24:00.000+01:00

Evening all.. It's been a busy old day here, thankfully all indoors though as it's been freezing and raining all day.. Even had to turn the heating on about 3pm as my fingers were ready to suffer frost bite I think.. Lol

Amongst today's duties, I was working on my shadow box again so now have all the snow and glitter on the rooftops, moon etc.. All layered up now too which means the next job on the list is decorating the frame.. Hhmmmm wonder how long it will take me to decide what all is going to be added!!!

Anyway, it's time to dish up some dinner as I'm starving and then decide what's on tonight's agenda.

Hope you're all staying warm and dry as true autumn hits home.

Happy crafting
Lorraine xxx

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All primed..

2011-10-16T14:08:00.001+01:00

Well I've painting today again.. This time around I've been putting the base coat on my christmas decorations.. 2 coats to ensure there's a good base on them.. Lol

Need to stop for a wee while now as it's Sunday afternoon so off to spend some time with hubby before work recommence's later.

Hope you're all having a super Sunday.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Xmas decs

2011-10-15T22:54:00.001+01:00

Late blog posting tonight but thought I'd share the task in hand.. Sitting here watching tv whilst sanding the edges on a pile of chipboard shapes before they get made into christmas decorations.

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It's snowing..

2011-10-15T11:57:00.001+01:00

Well it is in my shadow box anyway.. Lol

It may be Saturday but I get to work and play at the same time.. This morning is being spent doing another bit on my shadow box so thought I'd give you a wee sneaky peek even though it's not been layered up yet and the actual snow has still to be added but it gives you a wee idea of the direction I'm going in.

Sadly it will soon be time to move, some housework, washing, and weekly shop to do later on too, but I'm sure I'll still be able to fit some more crafting in today.

Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Twins..

2011-10-13T21:44:00.000+01:00

Evening all.. My afternoon has consisted of painting 2 of these little baby plaques for a customer's order.. This one's all done and I just have the metallic background to paint on the other and they're both complete ready for delivery tomorrow.

Hhmmm wonder what will be on tomorrow's agenda.. Lol

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Winter's coming

2011-10-13T15:03:00.001+01:00

Afternoon all.. It's been a bit of a mad week as my beloved Blackberry wasn't working for 3 whole days!!! Discovered just how much I rely on it now and how much easier and time efficient I am when I have it.. Lol

In brief.. A lot of Monday was spent figuring out what was happening with my phone, Tuesday was housework, ceramics and then visited my friend as her wee girl turned 5.. So sweet and what a stunning cake her aunt had baked for her too. Yesterday I spent the whole day cleaning the house from top to bottom then finished off this wee scarf for my other friends wee boy. Today it's been washing and ironing, lunch with mum and now I'm about to start crafting again. Hopefully I'll be able to keep you more up to date with going on's as my phone appears to be back to normal again.

Hope you're all having a really good week.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Emily's Element - Home

2011-10-09T22:21:00.001+01:00

Fab, cheap website for jewellery etc.

I met this lady at yesterday's craft fair and her stuff is lovely.. Well worth a look.

She also does jewellery parties, fund raising events etc.

http://www.emilyselement.co.uk/

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Media coverage

2011-10-09T20:58:00.001+01:00

Well I have to say I'm glad to see that the local media have taken the time to give a nice write up to the upcoming craft event at the SECC.. So much so that they are offering 30 free pairs of tickets!!!
This picture is from the Motherwell Times but I'm not sure if other papers are offering a similar giveaway or not so may be worth your while keeping an eye out just incase.

I'm off to do some more painting now so hope you all enjoy your Sunday evening.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Fairy nice today

2011-10-09T11:39:00.001+01:00

Morning all.. My day is getting off to a lovely start as I'm about to splash some paint on this gorgeous fairy.. So far I've got my wash on so you can see the detail a little better.

Quite a bit of shopping on the agenda today also so it's going to be a busy day.

Hope you all have a wonderful day.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Toodle pip!

2011-10-07T11:39:00.001+01:00

Morning all and I'm glad to say there's some sun peeking in the windows today.

It's a busy old household here at the moment and there's nothing I like more I must admit. Today I need to go collect more some more pottery pieces for customer orders which I'll try and get painted up over the weekend ready for delivery at the start of the week. In addition to that I've also got the project to finish for Heritage Rubber Stamps amongst others.. Lol. Oh and I'm still waiting on my parcel to arrive so I can make a start on samples for the SECC too.

There's a craft bazaar on a few streets away from me tomorrow so I think my mum and I are going to pop along for a wee nosey to see what lovely handcrafted items are available and might even manage to pick up a gift or two for xmas presents.

Guess I better go finish the housework now so I can get on with proper work this afternoon again. Hope you are all having a wonderful crafty day too.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Parcel 1 has arrived

2011-10-05T13:07:00.001+01:00

Well I knew there were 2 packages being shipped this week and the 1st has just arrived. It's a very sturdy wooden shadow box from Heritage Rubber Stamps. Sadly Heritage was completely flooded a few months back and all stock was ruined but now it's time to begin getting it back on its feet again and I'm very fortunate in that I've been asked to be involved in the re-build. Lots to be done over the coming months and I will keep you up to date as best I can.

So without further delay I'm off to deal with some other stuff that needs my attention today, then I can get a start made on this project as it does have priority deadlines on it.

Hope you all have a wonderful day.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Bunny comfort

2011-10-04T16:13:00.000+01:00

Afternoon all.. Hope you're managing to stay warm in dry in this yucky weather.

I've been lovely and warm all day.. Housework is done and I've painted this little bunny rabbit today.. Isn't he just oh so cute holding his toy bunny and comfort blanket.. Make sure you don't miss his wee bunny slippers too.. Lol

Need to take a break now and see what's for dinner and have to pop to market too for a few bits and bobs before deciding what to work on tonight.

Enjoy the rest of your day.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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He's melting..

2011-10-03T14:44:00.000+01:00

Right folks, I've eaten and done some more housework so now I'm sitting myself down again to make a start on my snowman ornament.

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Sleepy time

2011-10-03T13:31:00.001+01:00

Afternoon all and hope you've had a good start to the week so far. I've only got part of the housework done as I ended up sitting painting the remainder of my baby plaque.. Lol. So here's a wee pic of the finished project for you to see.

Time to make myself some lunch now I think, then I'll do some more cleaning before making a start on my melting snowman.. Another one I'm really looking forward to doing so the work will be done as quick as possible I think.. Lol

Oh and if anyone has sunshine today.. Can you maybe send me some as I've got nasty dark cloud!!!

Toodles for now

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Sweet dreams

2011-10-02T11:33:00.001+01:00

Morning all and what a chilled start I'm having to the day. I'm currently sitting here making a start on painting one of the ceramics I bought yesterday.. She's so cute.

Oh and hubby has just made me some toast and egg so off to eat it whilst it's warm.. Toodles for now.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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New Ceramic

2011-10-02T01:04:00.001+01:00

Well folks it's 1am on Sunday morning and this is the first chance I've had to blog since lunch time..

This morning comprised of a laid back start followed by housework.. Yuck!!! Then we set off on our jaunt.. Off to the shops where I happened to find a new ceramics shop so had to treat myself to a few pieces.. Just couldn't resist this adorable sleeping baby and I'll upload a pic of the other one later on today. After that we had to do the weekly shop and stopped off for a costa coffee and bite to eat.. Just to ensure I had enough energy to push the trolley.. Lol

Back home and had a few important emails to deal with then I had to attend another residents meeting which lasted a few hours! Back home and then had to tend to dinner, animals and the remainder of the emails.. Oh and my friend popped by the house too for a natter and let's not forget the phone.. Lol.

All has gone quiet now so I've sat my bum down to watch a little tv and chill before bed, whilst trying hard to resist the temptation to get my paint brushes out and make a start on this adorable little cutie.

Hope you're all having a wonderful weekend.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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All done..

2011-09-30T12:03:00.001+01:00

Well am I glad that order is complete.. 15 scarves ready for delivery now including the tiny black one on the bottom row that's for a very petite lady.

Next on today's agenda is some housework and washing as it should be a great drying day outside.. So warm here today, I only hope it lasts for a while.

Now without further delay I'm off to make a start.. After all it's Friday which means tonight is 'Sanctuary night' as my hubby likes to say.. Lol

Toodles for now my lovelies.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Apologies..

2011-09-29T22:13:00.001+01:00

Evening all and I do apologise for the lack of posting over the last few days but I have been a busy little bee.

I spent all of Wednesday in Perth on business and the other days my knitting needles have been clicking away like mad. Tonight is being spent finishing the ends on 15 scarves and I have one left on a set of needles to be finished tomorrow when I've checked the length as its for my friends wee 5 year old. Still have tons more to go after this lot too but hopefully I'll be able to go back to evening knitting again for a few weeks so I can craft more during the day.

Hope everyone is having a wonderful week.

Love 'n' hugs
Lorraine xxx

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Jo Channon's blog

2011-09-26T11:46:00.000+01:00

Just wee me again to let you all know that Jo Channon now has her blog up and running.. Here goes

www.letscreateakajochannon.blogspot.com

I know a few of you have been waiting for it so now you can pop over, say hi and sign up as a follower.

Lorraine xxx

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