Chair Card

Chair Card, originally uploaded by elthomas221.

Simply Handmade By Craft Day

The Simply Handmade By team had a lovely gathering yesterday, a whole day to get on and craft.  I asked my daughter in the evening to guess how many cards I got made in the day, she delightfully announced 100, then thought about it and reduced it to 50, in my dreams.  The sad reality was I only made 1, (photo to follow), but I was in charge or lunch and refreshments, thats my excuse and I am sticking to it.  Even though my productivity levels were poor, I had a lovely day and it reminded me why I loved card making so much.  We chatted about papers, stamps, colouring, nestie shapes and all the lovely things that a dedicated crafter finds thrilling, roll on our next get together. x

3d Vase of Flowers Card

3d Vase of Flowers Card, originally uploaded by elthomas221.

I love the my Polka Doodles CD, printed off this great A4 Vase of Flowers card. I decoupaged the main images, added gems, glitter, yummy card candy plus a few bits and bobs and it ended up quite snazzy. I gave it to my mum on her birthday last Wednesday, 9th Feb, and she loved it. Although very simple it was something a little different. At least now friends and families birthdays are out of the way for a bit I should have time to make some bits for Simply Handmade By ...., I'll be in trouble otherwise!

LadyBird Easel Card

LadyBird Easel Card, originally uploaded by elthomas221.

I love this bright and fun Easel card. I have made it for my daughter Ellie's 11th Birthday which is tomorrow, Valentines Day. Hopefully she will like it. I printed the papers and ladybirds from the Polka Doodles Paper Boutique CD 1. With a few flowers and bits and bobs I was quite pleased with the finished result.

Maiden Post!!!

Pheweee, with a little bit of inspiration from a friend, I have finally set up my very own blog.  Although it is very basic in comparison to others, it's a start and I am actually quite proud of myself.  I have had a lovely day, the girls of "Simply Handmade By ..." had a very productive brainstorming session.  Yet again I am buzzing with new ideas, just need to make the time to put some of them into practice, exciting!!