home decorating and horses

Hi ya ladies, I have been dong a little home decorating, as we rent I am hesitant to hang alot of pictures..having been here a few years I am desperate to cover up those drab walls, off I trot to one of my favourite places Kmart, an scored these plastic phto frames, I added left over PP into where the photos were to go,and they just look devine, I need another two to complete the wall { who would have guessed it was so long }
see pic I love how it has turned out.

Yesterday we went to Caulfiield Racecourse, another family day, this time there was face painting, Baby Animal Farm, Huge Slide, Ferris Wheel etc

The weather turned a little nasty and we made a quick dash into the Tabaret, and ordered coffee, Red Rasberry Lemonade and hot chips, yumo!

Shocking photo, I know, but I just cant fix it on the Office editing program I have. It sucks big time!

Today were off to a 3rd B'day party, weather is looking good and we are taking our bathers for a quick dip in their pool, should be a busy day.

123 Feb Challenge

Hi ya Divas, here is [as promised] this months 123 challenge, umm lets see the criteria was journalling strips, transparencies and a nmber in the title.

wow a second chance!

this was fun!

See Charmaine's and Karlene's 123 challenge blog here:http://ourbrightstarsandus.typepad.com/123challenge/

for the competition 'Show us your Heart"

The idea is to make a heart to donate to a store in Brunswick, they sell it to the public and all the money raised will go towards Hearts for Mirabel foundation.

Here's my heart I made this morning.

I have also made a start on this months 123 challenge, and its looking ok at the moment, but you know how that mojo can just up and leave any time it likes! lol

Hope your all well and happy, check ya later!

Smile Box

My neice and her boyfriend just purchased a flat in St Kilda!
check it out!!

Make a postcard - it's easy!

projects

I've been so lucky these holidays I found these little drawers in the opp shop the other day

Today I painted and covered them:
and the little frame, gee it is a bad photo, anyway I can't be bothered taking another now.

oh and here is a quick pic of the frame I was given last year, took photos of our Christmas Dolls, I think they look great!

Diva Challenges

Love to see you use White Cardstock with Flowers

Come on Divas, I dare you!!

to make your own flowers using your left over scraps!

I'm so excited about this one,

Here is my example

DUE FRIDAY THE 15TH FEB 2008

see all details here:

http://www.scrapbookdivas.com.au/shop/phpbb/viewtopic.php?t=2356&start=0

weekends and Holiday shopping

Gosh I love holidays! I've done a little Opp Shop Shopping, and they can be a real bore, but I've been so so lucky.

Today I found this little gem:

I recall seeing these done up with loads of lovey MM paper and have wanted one ever since! Woo Hoo!! $2.00


The other day I found this little shadow box aswell:




handy for all those alphas I'd been keeping in snap lock bags!
$7.00!!!!
Yipeee!!!!!

On Sunday, we just had to get the kids out of the house, so with luch packed and a quick surf on the net we caught the train into town t the Museum again, to see all the things we missed last time, not alot of photos to share except for this one!

Jack piggy backing Brnte ouside in the gardens:

Free Class Friday the 18th Jan

I have been fortunate enough to be able to play with Hambly Screen Print - Vintage Patchwork and have created the most beautiful album with that and Autum Leaves C'est Pink and LeFleur pattened papers.

Here is a little sneek peek, its Devine!!
See you there Divas!!




Starting with Chat in the chat room at 7.30, I will upload the steps with sketches after 8pm Friday.

Were back,... for now anyway

Bronte and I said goodbye to the beach last night.......................we will be backnext weekend, One more week of holidays for John then I'll have annual leave after that. Cant wait hopefully I'll get some scrappin done!

and there is more!!

sorry about the flash on the photo this is my baby Bronte over 5 years ago in the garden at Welwyn ave.....I love this layout!
I'm off back to work today then after work I'll be catching the country train back to Torquay....I miss scrapping when I'm away but hopefully I will be back on Sunday and I can get some serious stuff done then.
See ya!!

two posts in the same day

narr I just cant be fagged editing the last.

We were graced with the company of Alison and Mayard

{ Alison Ellis Design see here: http://www.alisonellisdesign.com.au/}

a couple of weeks ago for dinner, Alisgave me a few papers of her new range and I had a little play, here is what I came up with, thanks for looking!

another layout!

another of May too, see is a great subject to scrap, I did this for crapbook Capital December competition, havent seen who the winner is yet, I could sure do with a win at the moment wish me luck angels!

potato grower

Ican't recall how this came about but about a month ago Jack beuried a potato and it grew the yummiest stalk for the bunny to chew on, grrrrr

anyway today Jack dug it up and here is what was growing underground!!

Well done my angel boy!!

inspired by

this woman http://sarahvanwijck.typepad.com/
Sarah Van Wijck
I reay like her scrapping style, its realy eye catching.....
check it out she is way to clever, I love it all

ewww I forgot

I think I did this layout in Sepember over at Bons forget the criteria now, but wanted to show you guys anyway!

Hi to everone who takes the time to drop by, and thanks.

see you all soon!

I can finally show you

my Challenge for last nights CC, The criteria being white cardstock glitter and flourish...

and this is most amazing challenge set by Rach,how totally clever is she to do this?, its a a

time line, critera 4 or more photos... awesome challenge Rach, well done!

last cc for the year!

TOMORROW NIGHT FRIDAY 30TH NOVEMBER 2007.
SCRAPBOOK DIVAS CYBERCROP COMMENCING AT 7.30PM AEDST.THE THEME IS MILESTONES, THERE WILL BE BINGO, CHALLENGES, ONCE OF WHICH THE COMMUNITY WILL BE SETTING, PRIZES, DIZZY DIVAS DIP AND REFER A FRIEND PROGRAM.



SO TO CHECK OUT ALL THE INFORMATION CLICK HERE.

12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS
COMMENCING SATURDAY 1ST DECEMBER.
COST IS FREE.
SO COME ALONG TO THE FORUM AND CHECK OUT ALL THE GREAT CHRISTMAS PROJECTS AND GIFT IDEAS FOR 12 DAYS,
THAT MYSELF, DIVAS VICKY AND RACHAEL AND SPECIAL GUEST JEN HALL HAVE PUT TOGETHER.

including:

DIGITAL ONLINE LAYOUT CLASS WITH PETA SMITH WHICH WILL BE ON FRIDAY 7TH
DECEMBER COMMENCING AT 7.30PM. FURTHER DETAILS WILL BE FORTHCOMING.

http://www.scrapbookdivas.com.au/michelle@scrapbookdivas.com.au


only 26 more sleeps till santa comes

Special Announcement from Michelle Scrapbook Divas

I am seeking Expressions of Interest for a possible DT position in 2008 in Photography and Photo Editing, preferably Photoshop.
The person that I am seeking would be an accomplished and experienced Photographer/Scrapbooker and user of Photo Editing Software in particular Photoshop.
You will need to be energetic, friendly, talkative and passionate about photography, scrapbooking and teaching others about the art and be able to meet deadlines.

WHAT IS REQUIRED OF THE APPLICANT
 6 month term.
 Complete both photography and photoshop tutorials at least once per fortnight/month. These will need to be easy to follow step by step instructions with photos and references to other sites of interest if needed.
 Setting Photo and photoshop challenges for the community to complete and to help with the judging of these challenges and competitions.
 Tips and hints to be placed in the newsletter weekly in relation to photography and photo editing techniques.
 Actively answer questions and give advice when needed in the forum in relation to photography and photo editing and at times scrapbooking.
 Write product and book reviews throughout the term to appear in the newsletters and on the forum.
 Conducting LIVE digital layout classes from time to time during the term.
 Promote Scrapbook Divas wherever possible.

YOU WILL GET
 Recognition of your skills and creativity.
 A generous store discount will be given to use in store for all items purchased by you during your term.
 Support from Scrapbook Divas with your tutorials, photos, tips and hints for advertising and marketing purposes.
 A chance to be part of a great team at Scrapbook Divas.
If you wish to find out more please send your portfolio or links to galleries, blogs other websites together with the below questionnaire to michelle@scrapbookdivas.com.au by the 28th December 2007.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me on the same email address.

QUESTIONAIRE.
 Full Name.
 Location.
 Email Address.
 How long have you been a photographer and how many years experience do you have with photo editing software and which software are you proficient in.
 Do you have specific techniques that you think are your forte in photography and photo editing.
 Have you ever had any photos published and if so when? And Where? And if possible provide the links or photos for these.
 Would you be able to type up easy to follow step by step tutorials.
 Do you have any teaching experience and if so please provide me with the details including where, when and a contact person and number as a referee.
 Are you currently part of a design team or have been part of a design team previously?.
If Yes, please provide details of your current commitments, including the store name and if you were previously involved in a design team, the name of the store.
 Why do you wish to be part of the Scrapbook Divas design Team. Good Luck to all who express their interest._________________


Cheers Michelle

felt

oh christmas tree oh christmas tree, do you like!

I love!!!