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Sunday 20 November 2011

IT'S NEARLY CHRISTMAS

Hi everyone

OK, OK, I know it isn't nearly Christmas but it's not that far off and I know someone not far from me (my sister) who is champing at the bit to get her Christmas tree set up and decorated.

A very foggy start to today and although I had hoped this meant a a sunny day, it wasn't.  Fog always makes things sound so still and quiet - or perhaps it clogs up my ears and mists my glasses.  The moisture fog creates can look lovely - it collects on spider's webs, branches, and makes some things look really pretty.

I took part in two Christmas fairs this week - one at a school which was very good.  The second one was at a local village hall which was a little disappointing, very quiet for everyone involved, but gave me a great opportunity to make some news cards.  I love startling, strong designs and as I had with me some black, silver and dark red glitter card I made the following cards which are my contribution to this week's Handmade Monday blog post:






I hope you like them - I love glitter card and red, black and silver are so stunning.  I have one more to add, but need to tweak it a little so will post it later in the week.

One final pic is not card-related, but I couldn't resist including it in this week's post - while we were packing for our recent holiday, we left a suitcase on the floor of the lounge.  Daisy, followed quickly by Jazz, decided it was a new comfy place to sleep - the caption for the pic (not a very good one) I feel is 'Don't worry Daisy, if we keep our eyes closed they won't see us and we can go on holiday with them'.


A very busy week ahead - three events so lots of new stock needed, plus sorting out and re-stocking my wall at Bourne Mill and I want to get to the WI Market on Thursday morning to hopefully sell my cards in the future, as I missed it last week. Don't forget to check out my Where Am I section and if you are able to come along to any of the events I am taking part in, it would be great  to see you.

Have a good week and don't forget to visit the other blogs taking part in Handmade Monday.

Jill

16 comments:

  1. Very elegant and agree the black and red plus glitter, well what more can I say.
    I love the caption with Jazz and Daisy, how could you leave them!

    Good luck at the WI market I am checking out the Farnham one on Friday will let you know

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  2. Those cards really are quite striking, I really like them. Good luck with the upcoming events, hopefully they'll all be better than the village hall one. Loving the cats too, they look very comfortable in their new bed! x

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  3. Very striking cards - really different and they should sell easily. Love the cat pic and caption!

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  4. Love the cards - those colours look great together Mich x

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  5. I love the colour combination and the glitter.....brilliant!! x

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  6. I am a big fan of glitter!! These look great!

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  7. It must be Christmas, it's glitter. What fun cards, love the colour combinations.

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  8. Haha sounds like your ctas are like mine :)

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  9. Love the cats... however they would be fighting with the clothes that I refuse to throw out as I hide mine in the suitcases!

    Love the stronger cards, they look very chic :)

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  10. Cute pus-tats!

    My fave has to be the For You card. Love the letter placement.

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  11. The colours together on the cards are very striking and uniquely different. Love the first card very much. Hugs Mrs A.

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  12. Love the colour combination as you say very striking and who doesn't like glitter and sparkle?

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  13. those are very nice and unique cards. simple but charming, love the original patterns on them!

    kitties - sweet! i looooove cats!

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  14. I love the colors and the sharp bold shapes. Very very nice!

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  15. Great cards - super colours, and I love your cats!
    Jo x

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  16. Very stylish - roll on Christmas!

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