We've had an interesting three weeks - but not a lot of crafting done! My Italy journal still needs bit of tweaking, Christmas cards started but a long way to go yet and following my attendance at a Coptic Stitch book workshop I've had no time to make another while it's fresh in my mind. We've had lots of lovely outings and walks, playing with our grandchildren and a few social events.
So back to the day - Wednesday - not just any Wednesday but the day to reveal our desks to anyone who wants to peep - all courtesy of Julia at the Stamping Ground.
Not a great deal here - I did start some Christmas cards up at the caravan and intended making more here but since I was voted on to our Board of Directors(sounds grand doesn't it - until you realise its only our retirement complex and a bunch of owners I'm talking about)I've been busier than I'd expected as within days of being voted on I was asked to form part of a new committee involving the catering!
So what can you see? Paint splattered cards stamped with Lindsay Mason's little reindeer from last years 'Christmas Tinchies' and a lot of surrounding mess.
Here is the lovely book I made by the way - I am looking forward to putting it to use!
The book has lovely watercolour paper in it and opens flat |
The cover paper I designed using stencils and stamps and the stitching which wasn't as hard to do as I expected |
See you later, Chris
A coptic-bound book is top of my list of things to try. I watched a video yesterday and it looks possible even for me.
ReplyDeleteYours is very bulky.....well done, you! Really impressive!
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Really love the book you've made and look forward to seeing what you fill it with :-)
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A x. # 47
Hi there. Just popping my head round the door to say hi.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the peek into your creative world today. Your book looks fab.
Hope you have a good week too.
Neil#39
You've made a beautiful job of your book and I love the colours and decoration of the backing.
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Wow! Chris! I love your stitching and the cover of the book is lovely too! I've made a few mini versions of these from a Youtube video and I love the process. You do sound grand being on the Board of Directors - like a high-powered business woman! I know what you said, but it's nice to have my illusions and dreams of friends in high places - he-he! Have a good time with the 3D George. C!!! Julie Ann xxx
ReplyDeleteSorry so busy thinking about George in 3D I forgot my number! It's #33 this week! Julie Ann xxx
ReplyDeleteGorgeous book, amazing for a first attempt!The cards are looking good too- you are one busy lady( sorry, Director!) Have a great week, Hugs, Shaz #21 xx
ReplyDeleteThe splats around the deer work I really like the cards on the Kraft
ReplyDeleteJackie 15
Think you're very brave, I am terrified of heights so not my film, but then again I could shut my eyes and just watch the George Clooney bits!!!
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Bishopsmate #99
That book is beautiful - well done. Enjoy using it. Trust you enjoyed the film!!
ReplyDeleteMargaret #42
I used to hate the 3d but I think it's got better. Hope you enjoyed the film. Lovely book, can't wAit to see what you do with it
ReplyDeleteFamfa 11 - thanks for your lovely commemt
Must make a note of that film - GC in 3D - sounds wonderful. Drool!
ReplyDeleteLove your book, how good is that that the pages open flat? Looks a lovely spine too with that fancy stitching, now where did you go to learn that?
Hugs & thanks for visiting me earlier, Neet xx 22
ps congrats on the new appointment
Your book is fab Chris - I love the fact that it opens flat too. x Jo
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