Welcome back friends! Before I whine a bit, I want to let you in on a secret... There is candy hiding in today's post : ) Well, today is Wednesday, but it sure feels like a Monday!!! Can I cry on your shoulder for just a little while?!? I'm not even sure why LOL. Some days are just like that, you know? I've been working very hard on A LOT of things... One of which is eating healthier and exercising more. A very good thing which I am happy about is that so far I've lost 15 pounds - yay me!!! Blood work done in a couple of months will reveal how things are looking on the inside. If you are over the age of 40, you know the aches and pains life brings...everything seems more difficult when your body hurts and you get tired faster ... Oh thank God for crafting! What would we do without it?
I have a confession to make. Painting is done and floors were installed in my new craft room last week, BUT I haven't done anything to finish the detail work so I can begin to fill it up! What in the world is wrong with me? I've been moaning and groaning about having my craft supplies all over the house, and now that there is a perfectly good room (almost) ready, I am dragging my feet. Want to know a secret? I'm not sure what to do with it!!! The desk I'm currently using is HUGE. I mean BIG and HEAVY HUGE!!! There is no way that I can get it into my craft room. What do I use for desk space? On a very limited budget, I need to come up with something... Any ideas? I'd LOVE to know... What do you use? I'd also like to put my computer in there. The room is about 12'x12' which is a pretty good size. Help!?!?!
*End of whining..* : )
OK...my title today is a tiny bit misleading, but it really does lead into a present for someone! First, in 2 more days, I will reveal the WINNER of my Surprise Candy : ) If you missed it, you can find all the information *Here.* I've enjoyed reading all of your comments about what you like to give/receive as Blog Candy. You've given me some great ideas... and just maybe YOUR idea will be offered as candy! Btw, I agree with each and every one of you hee hee.
So... for today, I am offering this lovely lady, Precious Present by Sylvia Zet for SCACD as a present! If you'd like to have a chance at giving this beauty a home, just leave me a comment on THIS post by next Wednesday, October 5. I'll announce the winner shortly after...
Sorry, I'm not at home (where I have the list) to let you know which copics I've used to color her... and boy is she FUN to color!!! DP is Webster Pages *Here.* The metal embellishment in the corner was made by yours truly. It's the last one I had, so I have to make more! I began by making a mold of 4 stacked metal corners (because they are so thin). I filled the mold with Crystal Gel (which happened to be Blue/Green) and let dry overnight. After removing from the mold and trimming, I applied a generous coat of Silver Precious Metal Paint (LOVE this paint!!!). Voila'! It is very lightweight and easy to adhere to your card or project. The best part about having molds is that I can make as many as I need and use any color to match my card. Tutorial using Molds and Crystal Gel/Modeling Creme *Here.*
Of course, I needed to sneak in some pearls using my Rose Paper Pen (THIS is my absolute fave paper pen of all time!!!) Susana carries lots of different colors *Here.*
I've been asked to show my paper pens, but again, I'm not at home, so until I can get some up close and personal photos of what the paper pens look like and the different pearls they make, take a look at this Tutorial on Making Your Own Scrolls *Here.* The paper pens are the same size (BIG!).
I hope that the good outweighed my little whining session today lol. It's not fun to continually hear someone complaining is it? I do try to allow Jesus to shine through in whatever I'm doing, but...since I'm human...EEK!!! Not perfect, just saved : ) Praise be to God!!!
Thank you so much for joining in the fun today. Don't forget to leave a comment if you'd like to be in the draw for Precious Present! You can find the rest of this Oh-So-Adorable Release by Sylvia Zet for SCACD *Here.*
May God bless you, keep you and comfort your soul~
I have a confession to make. Painting is done and floors were installed in my new craft room last week, BUT I haven't done anything to finish the detail work so I can begin to fill it up! What in the world is wrong with me? I've been moaning and groaning about having my craft supplies all over the house, and now that there is a perfectly good room (almost) ready, I am dragging my feet. Want to know a secret? I'm not sure what to do with it!!! The desk I'm currently using is HUGE. I mean BIG and HEAVY HUGE!!! There is no way that I can get it into my craft room. What do I use for desk space? On a very limited budget, I need to come up with something... Any ideas? I'd LOVE to know... What do you use? I'd also like to put my computer in there. The room is about 12'x12' which is a pretty good size. Help!?!?!
*End of whining..* : )
OK...my title today is a tiny bit misleading, but it really does lead into a present for someone! First, in 2 more days, I will reveal the WINNER of my Surprise Candy : ) If you missed it, you can find all the information *Here.* I've enjoyed reading all of your comments about what you like to give/receive as Blog Candy. You've given me some great ideas... and just maybe YOUR idea will be offered as candy! Btw, I agree with each and every one of you hee hee.
So... for today, I am offering this lovely lady, Precious Present by Sylvia Zet for SCACD as a present! If you'd like to have a chance at giving this beauty a home, just leave me a comment on THIS post by next Wednesday, October 5. I'll announce the winner shortly after...
Isn't she a doll?
I've glittered her wings with Ice Crystal Glamour Dust Ultra Fine Glitter Paint.
So easy to use... just paint on! No glue or messy glitter to get everywhere : )
I've been asked to show my paper pens, but again, I'm not at home, so until I can get some up close and personal photos of what the paper pens look like and the different pearls they make, take a look at this Tutorial on Making Your Own Scrolls *Here.* The paper pens are the same size (BIG!).
I hope that the good outweighed my little whining session today lol. It's not fun to continually hear someone complaining is it? I do try to allow Jesus to shine through in whatever I'm doing, but...since I'm human...EEK!!! Not perfect, just saved : ) Praise be to God!!!
Thank you so much for joining in the fun today. Don't forget to leave a comment if you'd like to be in the draw for Precious Present! You can find the rest of this Oh-So-Adorable Release by Sylvia Zet for SCACD *Here.*
May God bless you, keep you and comfort your soul~
