Our Build a Bear Tea Party

Our Build A Bear Tea Party was so much fun. We coloured the stamps with markers and stamped.

We stamped the images and then coloured with markers. The Sweet Treat Cups were still filled when they went home!

We stamped and water coloured with brushes and the ink pads.

And then we made a z fold card with paper pieced bears.

Anyone want to join us for the next one?

Just Beclause

I had lots of time to be creative yesterday. First

a scrapbook layout class at Lizz's and last night I created 17 swap cards for the Simply Stars swap on Saturday. I enjoyed playing with the new Just Beclause set and the wheel from Stampin Up's Holiday Mini. You can't see it very well but I used glitter on the white parts of Santa so my husband told me I had a sparkling personality.

Counter hit 066666 today!

Holly from Mt. Brydges left a comment when my counter hit 066666. Congratulations. I'll get your prize to you in the next few days.

Fresh start

I'm sending all three back to school. Ahhhhh the house is

quiet. Now What?

Gorgeous weekend in Goderich

I was working overnights so Arthur and the kids spend a wonderful weekend at Karen and Carol's trailer at Shelter Valley Campground in Goderich. When I dropped them off we got to enjoy the sunset. By the time I picked them up yesterday, Aaron had made a special friend. I'm sure he'd love to take Belle home but he'll have to settle for visiting her at Aunt Karens. The children enjoyed the finale which was trick or treating with their cousins and the other kids at the campground

Thanks for all the well wishes

We got word this morning Arthur got his funding to go back to school. Just have to sign the contract at 1 pm. Thanks to all of you who were sending good vibes our way.
I have 3 going off to school on Tuesday. What a great opportunity to focus on what I need to do.
Have a great Labour Day weekend!

Haven't had much time to be creative lately

I haven't had much time to be creative lately. Other things just keep getting in the way. Anyway, when everyone goes back to school on Tuesday, including hubby (provided we can get government to work efficiently) I will have some time to breathe and possible create. In the meantime I have been finishing up some layouts I started earlier and will post them as they are completed.

Are you watching my counter?

I posted last week there would be a prize for the first person to comment when my counter gets to 066666. Its almost there. Check back often to see it get to the goal.

Some Beach

We were able to go to one of my favourite places last night to spend a little time away from hustle and bustle. I slept better last night than I have in weeks.

Kid's love their new coffee table

Uncle Murray gave Aaron and Jenna a coffee table that was too big for his new house. They are quite happy with it. I gave them some wicker baskets so they can keep the top of the table cleared off so I am a happy camper too.

Couch (only used by a little old lady after church on Sundays

We were given a sofa today to replace our thread bare one. The print is a little lighter than this one with gray and pink in it. I chuckled when the following thought came to mind. The used car salesman who tells you its been driven by a little old lady to church on Sunday.
My gold accent cushions just won't work any longer! Gives me an excuse to redecorate the living room. Fabricland here I come!

Stampin Up Holiday Mini Available Now

Stamping Up's Holiday Mini Catalogue goes live today. Click the photo to see all of the wonderful holiday products. I have lots of copies on hand so contact me if you want yours.

Wish us Luck!

Running around with high school transcripts today.With any luck I will have 3 going off to school next Tuesday. Jenna in grade 6, Aaron in grade 8 and Arthur in college for re-training. Nothing like leaving things to the last minute. Keep your fingers crossed we can make this happen.

Spent the day at St. Mary's Quarries

We spent a wonderful day with longtime friends at the St. Mary's Quarries. Had so much fun. Will definitely have to make a return visit.

Niece and Nephew Birthday Bash 2009

Here is a group photo of the kids in attendance at Carol and Steve's Annual Niece & Nephew Birthday Bash. Both sets of grandparents are also in this photo.

We had so much fun. Got lots of photos to scrapbook and just finished putting the video on DVD for each family.

Watch my counter!

There will be a special something for the first person to comment on my blog after the counter reaches 066666.

Annual GI Cancer Fundraiser

Together with Heather Summers and the SIMPLY STARS TEAM, I would like to invite you to 2 1/2 hours of stamping fun to raise money for a good cause: GI Cancer research
WHEN: Saturday October 24, 2009 9-11:30 or 1-3:30
WHERE: Kings University College, London, Ontario- map will follow
COST: $40.00 which includes: FOUR HOLIDAYS stamp set, 10 stamped projects = 6 cards (2 of each design) and 2 tags and 2 packages.
Plus snacks, refreshments and tons of door prizes, raffles and 50/50 draw.
Tickets are limited so mark it on your calendar and get your tickets now!
email me to reserve your spot or for more information.
If you can't make it, kits are available for purchase.

summer mosaic

Its been a good year for flowers this summer. Most of these were from my garden with a few from other gardens thrown in.

The outside of the shed it done

I finished the outside of the shed late last week. Today Arthur made a place for the bikes and now we have to start working on getting the yard back in order. Its just been so hot to do anything outside so hopefully this week we can get it done

Sunday Summer Fun

I had just finished 4 overnight shifts at work and got off a little early on Sunday morning. After a nap, we headed to Blue Water Fun Park in Sarnia for some summer fun. These photos made it worth it.