Sometimes we forget to stop and look at the simple things in life which make us happy. I found one today...
Monday, May 05, 2008
Sunday, May 04, 2008
Just updating my blog for anyone who was following the sad news of my cousin. I just heard that he passed away an hour ago. They are hoping to donate his organs so hopefully some good can come of such a terrible situation.
Thinking of his family now who have such a hard road ahead of them...
Stephen may you rest in peace...taken too young.
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What's in a name?
I found this over on Anna's blog and thought it was fun, what's your name mean?
We have had a huge response to Lance and Donna's Midsummer Mega Scrap event and lots of our places have been booked already! This is going to be such a great day of teaching. Keep checking our blogs for further details;-)
I found this over on Anna's blog and thought it was fun, what's your name mean?
What Elaine Means |
 You are friendly, charming, and warm. You get along with almost everyone. You work hard not to rock the boat. Your easy going attitude brings people together. At times, you can be a little flaky and irresponsible. But for the important things, you pull it together. You are relaxed, chill, and very likely to go with the flow. You are light hearted and accepting. You don't get worked up easily. Well adjusted and incredibly happy, many people wonder what your secret to life is. You are usually the best at everything ... you strive for perfection. You are confident, authoritative, and aggressive. You have the classic "Type A" personality. You tend to be pretty tightly wound. It's easy to get you excited... which can be a good or bad thing. You have a lot of enthusiasm, but it fades rather quickly. You don't stick with any one thing for very long. You have the drive to accomplish a lot in a short amount of time. Your biggest problem is making sure you finish the projects you start. You are very intuitive and wise. You understand the world better than most people. You also have a very active imagination. You often get carried away with your thoughts. You are prone to a little paranoia and jealousy. You sometimes go overboard in interpreting signals. |
We have had a huge response to Lance and Donna's Midsummer Mega Scrap event and lots of our places have been booked already! This is going to be such a great day of teaching. Keep checking our blogs for further details;-)
Saturday, May 03, 2008
Happy National Scrapbooking Day!
Just wanted to wish you all a Happy National Scrapbooking Day .......... and ...... we can't think of a better way to celebrate than by sharing some really exciting Irish scrapbooking news!
Lance Anderson and Donna Downey are coming to Ireland for a one day only Midsummer MegaScrap!!!
Yes, myself and Annamarie from The Scrapbook Store are delighted to announce
a Midsummer MegaScrap
on Saturday June 21st, in Le Cheile Community Centre, Donnycarney, Dublin.
Featuring from the U.S.A,
Lance Anderson and Donna Downey.
This is the first time any U.S. celebrity scrapbook tutors have visited this island and we are really lucky to have two of the biggest names in the industry here for just one day to teach two fantastic classes.
Many of you will know Lance Anderson, the owner of Rusty Pickle and an international scrapbook tutor. Lance travels the world teaching and launching the gorgeous Rusty Pickle ranges and his classes are amazing. Lance will be teaching a fantastic Pocket Pop Up MiniBook. Details of Lance's Class can be found on Annamarie's blog here.
Donna Downey is an author, scrapbook tutor and columnist with Simple Scrapbooks magazine and like Lance, travels the world giving workshops and sharing her passion for crafting. Donna's class has been specially designed for her trip to Ireland and you will love it!
The fee for the full day is €120.00 and this includes:
- A three hour Pocket Pop Up MiniBook Class with Lance Anderson from Rusty Pickle.
- A three hour technique packed Class with Donna Downey.
- Kits for both classes packed with a total of over €65.00 worth of products!
- Tea, coffee, snacks and refreshments all day.
Places for this creativity packed day are strictly limited so if you want to reserve your place now just email workshops@thescrapbookstore.ie and we will send you full booking details.
Annamarie and Lainey
* Plus, book and pay by May 17th and be in with a chance to win your ticket price back!
Just wanted to wish you all a Happy National Scrapbooking Day .......... and ...... we can't think of a better way to celebrate than by sharing some really exciting Irish scrapbooking news!
Lance Anderson and Donna Downey are coming to Ireland for a one day only Midsummer MegaScrap!!!
Yes, myself and Annamarie from The Scrapbook Store are delighted to announce
a Midsummer MegaScrap
on Saturday June 21st, in Le Cheile Community Centre, Donnycarney, Dublin.
Featuring from the U.S.A,
Lance Anderson and Donna Downey.
This is the first time any U.S. celebrity scrapbook tutors have visited this island and we are really lucky to have two of the biggest names in the industry here for just one day to teach two fantastic classes.
Many of you will know Lance Anderson, the owner of Rusty Pickle and an international scrapbook tutor. Lance travels the world teaching and launching the gorgeous Rusty Pickle ranges and his classes are amazing. Lance will be teaching a fantastic Pocket Pop Up MiniBook. Details of Lance's Class can be found on Annamarie's blog here.
Donna Downey is an author, scrapbook tutor and columnist with Simple Scrapbooks magazine and like Lance, travels the world giving workshops and sharing her passion for crafting. Donna's class has been specially designed for her trip to Ireland and you will love it!
The fee for the full day is €120.00 and this includes:
- A three hour Pocket Pop Up MiniBook Class with Lance Anderson from Rusty Pickle.
- A three hour technique packed Class with Donna Downey.
- Kits for both classes packed with a total of over €65.00 worth of products!
- Tea, coffee, snacks and refreshments all day.
Places for this creativity packed day are strictly limited so if you want to reserve your place now just email workshops@thescrapbookstore.ie and we will send you full booking details.
Annamarie and Lainey
* Plus, book and pay by May 17th and be in with a chance to win your ticket price back!
Friday, May 02, 2008
Craft news
After all the bad news this week, I just wanted to lighten the blog with some recent crafts. My little ones were on a ballet show a few weeks ago and I made this little mini album for their teacher Mairead, as a momento of their big night...
I've started making jewellery again-it had come to a complete standstill since Christmas - think I made too many and got burnt out LOL! I bought some new findings this week so plan to get cracking on it again. This one was for Annamarie's mam - one of my best customers ;-)
I was delighted to find my layout in Scrapbook Inspirations this week. I always get a kick out of seeing my layouts in print. This was a very simple one - but I liked how it turned out...
Some recent layouts..this was taken last year in Italy on holidays and I am counting the days to go back there as it was the most relaxing time.
I took this series of photos for Cheryl's painting with light course last year which was great fun to do. I loved the change of expression in madam's face and had to do something creative with it...
I've recently started collecting these little people- they appeared in Borders last month so I found myself seduced. Her name is Momijii Giggles and I love the idea of popping a secret message in her for someone to find.
Finally I will leave you with this photo of Lucy's creative style - could be the start of a whole new fashion this year ;-)...
PS Annamarie and I have some major (HUGE!) crafty news to share so check the various sites and blogs this weekend and all will be revealed...Big date for your diaries!
After all the bad news this week, I just wanted to lighten the blog with some recent crafts. My little ones were on a ballet show a few weeks ago and I made this little mini album for their teacher Mairead, as a momento of their big night...
I've started making jewellery again-it had come to a complete standstill since Christmas - think I made too many and got burnt out LOL! I bought some new findings this week so plan to get cracking on it again. This one was for Annamarie's mam - one of my best customers ;-)
I was delighted to find my layout in Scrapbook Inspirations this week. I always get a kick out of seeing my layouts in print. This was a very simple one - but I liked how it turned out...
Some recent layouts..this was taken last year in Italy on holidays and I am counting the days to go back there as it was the most relaxing time.
I took this series of photos for Cheryl's painting with light course last year which was great fun to do. I loved the change of expression in madam's face and had to do something creative with it...
I've recently started collecting these little people- they appeared in Borders last month so I found myself seduced. Her name is Momijii Giggles and I love the idea of popping a secret message in her for someone to find.
Finally I will leave you with this photo of Lucy's creative style - could be the start of a whole new fashion this year ;-)...
PS Annamarie and I have some major (HUGE!) crafty news to share so check the various sites and blogs this weekend and all will be revealed...Big date for your diaries!
No news..
There is still no further news on my cousin. His family are with him and he is on life support. I just can't imagine what goes through your mind when you watch a child or sibling lying there and there's absolutely nothing you can do for him. His little boy his having his 6th birthday next week. Such a sad sad time for them all.
There is still no further news on my cousin. His family are with him and he is on life support. I just can't imagine what goes through your mind when you watch a child or sibling lying there and there's absolutely nothing you can do for him. His little boy his having his 6th birthday next week. Such a sad sad time for them all.
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