in retrospect

now that the year is wrapping up, can't help but took a walk through the months that had past. this year has been a year of growth as i learned to accept the meaning of what it means to be not in control of our lives. We plan our steps but the Higher Divine Almighty One steers our path, we believe.Past year hasn't been a healthy year. We'd been surrounded by many who are inflicted with illnesses (critical)and our household
are not spared (don't worry it's nothing terminal but something tame-able).
Now it has drawn closer how important our health is to us. it makes me sit back and think of how to adjust our lifestyle and attitude ... and surrender to Him.

'nuff said...hope all you out there are well in every sense :)
been in the mood to use up my ribbons and lace. i've got like endless miles of them.
Most of them inherited from mom. What can u do if ribbons/ lace of the same pattern?
i do get bored with them ... anyhow, i used up some to accessorise my pearls. not that i wear them though !
those awesome colored ribbons are from Pebbles Inc.

One layout using Pebbles Inc


here's another layout using Banana Frog and Rose Moka.
i used dry embossing and glitter around the photo. my Tutorial write up can be found > Here

and Yes, i'm still very much into yellow - Still...

and a sneaky using Graphic 45 and the Bind It All...



and some miscellaneous stuff... i'm trying very hard to use up what i have lying around.

Kids say the cutest thing. Our kid's conversation is sometimes my springboard for my layouts.


if you are looking for online class, look no further ... check it out here :
BigPictureScrapbooking

okie, hope i didn't bore u .... thanks for stopping by !

Laken & Lila Giveaway

Ms Connie, please email me your address and details will ya ?.... my contact is at the sidebar.

it's Time ...

This month at Scarlet Lime, u'll be treated to a lovely mix of Peachy orange, purple, navy, and yellow... I'm inspired each time i see the palette of colors. Not only are the pattern papers compatible; the embellishments and accessories are so well coordinated too !

Here are my take with their colorstruck-chockful of goodness kit in a bag :
Using the Main Kit -




here're some pictures of my newly wed friend ... thanks for the pictures, J :) !
i did a tutorial for the muslin flower; if u like it do check back here or Scarlet Lime's November's newsletter ...

and here are those using the Project Kit -

i love the picture. my poor girl was about to fall asleep right after decking the hall last year. i played it up with Photoshop...

LURVE Glitter ... always love to pour glitter over my Christmas crafts. and glad it's time to do it again ...


do check out the rest of the artist's work as well > HERE
will be back again ... and it's November already ! Stay well ...

Vacy and Scarlet Lime Sneaks

i thought i would have melted in the sun ... and wonder if the sun will get any hotter ...
i thought there's no place hotter than this now!

but it was Great to be away on a small island... funny thing is no matter how hot it was, i didn't get any much darker or sun burnt. and i hate it !! All efforts to get a safe tan but no results ...

anyway, i know i've forgotten How to blog ...
i need to start my engine again and here's what i haven't blog about (Using Graphic 45's):


this layout is about my little man . his cheeky sister loves to run so fast knowing he has trouble catching up and loves to see him panting like crazy... :)

shall leave you with some Scarlet Lime Sneaks ... be back on 31st okie for the reveal ...





i'll be back ....not sure if people still reads this blog ha! if you are there, then HI there !

Winner - Zutter's Blog Hop

A BIG Thank You to ALL of you who came by and visited.

It is so rare to have SO many comments and it was such a treat to read ALL your comments. So Thank YOU !

Now, let us announce our winner for the Zutter's Blog Hop:


(yes..., i notice my girl's double chin :) )
CONGRATULATIONS !!
Kindly forward your details to Nan at nan@binditall.com
Please put BLOG HOP WINNER in the subject line.

THANK YOU once again and hope you'll come by soon ! :)
PS: Laken&Lila's Giveaway is Still on... i'm not gaining anything from doing this...do lend her your support... :)

Good things must share - another giveaway

First off, i want to thank you for the GREAT Response to the Zutter's Giveaway (Which is still on HERE, by the way!!)

So another giveway?! yeah... i guess good things must share with you .. :)

i'm getting into the mood of gift giving and getting new clothes for the kids :)
I don't normally splurge when it comes to buying new clothes for them cause i don't see the point when they grow up so fast. I buy only when i think the prices are right. especially love shopping for girls, u go giddy and spoiled for choices ...

so, want some good homemade clothes for your kids (babies - age 8) ?
Laken and Lila's Shop owner is doing a generous giveaway here, you lucky readers


photo credit : Laken&Lila|Blossom Portraiture Art
Like what you see ?
Here's what you need to do :
- Go Browse through Laken&Lila's etsy store.
- Choose a little girl's skirt (and size) with a value of US$21.
- Leave a comment here and let us know which skirt you like

I'll do a random pick for a winner end of October. Winner gets the skirt FREE.
No shipping charges for folks in US; internationals just fork a small fee US$5.50 for Shipping.

The store is having a Buy 2 Get 1 Free promotion which makes the items so much more economical. AND the clothes there are really PRETTY ! and they have some items for Boys too , too bad it's so HOT where i stay :) Please go tell your friends about the good deal...the owner is a SAHM. Support a SAHM business; Support Handmade.

thanks for your time here ! i thank you for your response in advance ...

a layout

did this birthday layout for my local store Made With Love .

we were given Creative Imaginations pattern papers to play with...




weekend is here soon !
remember, Zutter's give away is still on !