So as I said...

So as I said, New Month. I do have lots to do this month and all crafty. I have to start and complete a baby album for a co worker who is about to have her first baby in March.I dont want to be rushing or up late at night last thing, trying to get it done,so my plan,if it works, is to do a couple of pages 2 or 3 times a week.I want to post them as I go,which is ok because this co worker does`nt go on the computer.(WHAT!) so I`m safe posting.My dilema is to chose 12x12 or 8x8? I love both formats.I think it will depend on the scrapbook I buy.Which will hopefully be today.Another snowfall amount or 15 cms for tomorrow, a great day to scrap.
Valentines is just around the corner and need to get the boys their valentines gifts started and completed(see a trend here?)I`m not even sure what to do.My valentines to hubby may have to stay private!
So far album,valentines and I also have a circular cork board I want to alter for my room to pin all my ideas and inspirations to.Lets just see how far I get but you know once I publish this its a definate incentive to get it done so I dont look like the procrastinator that I am.

Don`t you just love this vintage image? I had to post it. My favourite site for images is www.thegraphicsfairy.com I love all things vintage.This is so sweet.

New Monday,New month.

I have`nt blogged for a while for a few reasons,firstly, had a whacked out snow storm which buried my dish for internet and then had to wait for the company to come and fix it by adding another 5 feet to the pole.The other reason, I`ve been down in the dumps mainly because of the weather(not a good winter person) and not having any inclination to do any scrapbooking or cards.Nothing.
So this morning rolls around the sun is shining and a nippy -9 with wind chill but by Nova Scotia standards not to bad. Its amazing how the sun (or lack of it) affects me.
Found some inspiration on two new blogs pointed to me by my ever steadfast friend,Jasmine.The first is one called Simply Me. http://donnadowney.typepad.com/ Its beautifully laid out, easy to find your way around the site and just my style ,I hope to read more and get more involved with giveaways and challenges.
The second is a kit stly blog specializing in card kits and layouts.Normally I dont find much of interest in kit sites I dont find a challenge and to be honest most are a little boring.Saying this I find Paisleys and polka dots charming. http://luv2createscraps.typepad.com/paisleysandpolkadots/ It has a fresh slant on the kit idea and introduces them with new papers and embellishements and even better no lengthy sign up and subscriptions. Today it has one of my favourite paper lines incoporated into a kit and mini album using Crate paper Restoration, a new line with lots of usage for my needs as a scrapbooker. Its pretty without being fussy and has an aged look that is so my style. So take a look at these to blogs and enjoy.Happy Monday.Happy Me.

WHO MADE UP THIS STUPID RULE?

I have been thinking over the weekend about the work I did Friday just gone. Most of my clients that day were women of a certain age,working Mum`s stay at home mum`s with teenagers,empty nesters,all walks of life and we all ended up having a similar discussion, which basically began with.."I`m not sure what to do with my hair,now I getting older?"or " I should`nt have longer hair because of my age."
SO here is my reply as a stylist and as a maturing Mum(I said I was maturing not that I am mature!) I will answer it with another question.WHO MADE UP THIS RIDICULOUS RULE YOU HAVE TO HAVE A CERTAIN MATRONLY LOOK WHEN YOU ARE OVER 40?
Someone, somewhere said if you have longer hair over 40 it is seen as "trying to capture your teens" WHAT!! This was probably said by some young 20 something who writes fashion articles who has no idea about what maturity is or styling said mature client. Also, when you reach the ever monumental 40 or 50 you have earned the right to wear what you like (hair included) that expresses who you are.If You like longer hair it should reflect personality and health and "here I am look at me now."Case in point, off the top of my head mature ladies who look fabulous with long hair and over 40+.Demi Moore,Meg Ryan,Sandra Bullock,Julianne Moore,Michelle Pfiffer, Nicole Kidman need I go on?Yes they have oodles of money to spend doing what they want a little nip and tuck whatever it takes to stay on top but my point is Any woman at any age can look stylish,beautiful and hair healthy if she has a great style and the right products for her hair type.
So next time I hear " I should`nt..." I will get on my stylist soapbox and say.Do not give the media or whom ever the power to say you shoud`nt and find your style and say "Oh Yes I can"

The Twinery.

As an avid crafter I`m always looking for the next fun thing and I have to say my favourite 2 right now are Bakers Twine and Washi tape but for now I will just tell you about Bakers Twine.
I love this product just because of it`s versitility. I love doing multi crafts and this can belong in any category,cards,scrapbooking,altered art or even gift wrapping. What is so nice is it comes in so many yummy colours. I found a great site for Baker`s Twine and it`s called The Twinery.Plain and simple. www.thetwinery.blogspot.com Visit the blog and find out just how much fun this product is.Follow by clicking on the Twinery button.

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The Handmade Pledge.

I have spent the evening reading my favourite blogs finding inspiration for future projects and becoming familiar with the world of blogging in general.Then I noticed that quite a few of them had the "handmade Pledge" button on their blog.It is basically to pledge to make or buy handmade gifts to family members and friends.
So, here is my pledge to all who are in my world.I pledge,where ever possible to give you a handmade gift. Either made by me or by another crafter,artist etc..It may will be made with love and given with love.(Sorry I can`t make iPads!)but I might be able to make an iPad cover.
This is an exciting prospect to see if in return others with read this and continue the chain.I hope to receive handmade gifts because it means it has been given some thought as to what to give.
If this interests you follow the link and sign up.