Jun 18

An update on our trip :)

As promised, here I am with a little photo update from the last two weeks in Poland. Only briefly explained though, I’m afraid… I hope they’ll speak for themselves, ’cause yours truly should go back to the folks, and spend some more time with them, before we head to our beds :)
Firstly, here’s a few of my one and only, precious Chuplet… isn’t she a peach?? *insert the proud mommy face here*

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One of the places that we saw so far, is my all-time favourite - Książ castle in Silesia, only half an hour away from where my parents live. I’ve been there so many times in the past, that I lost the count… It was so great to see it yet again!

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It’s surrounded by picturesque parterre gardens like this:

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Here’s me & Chuplet in one of the gardens:

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We’d also spend time, walking the streets of some of the health resorts in Poland - I love the atmosphere there. They’re nice little towns, where time seems to run slower, and people look happier.

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And finally, here’s me in a botanic garden in Wojsławice - a place very close to my heart, ’cause I used to have workshops there, while studying Landscape Architecture in Uni :)

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Thanks for checking them up, I hope you enjoyed your time! I’ll see you tomorrow {hugs}
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Jun 18

Better late than never

Hi there! I admit that it hurts to see this place neglected so badly, after months of blogging on the daily basis, and almost mass-producing cards at the same time *wink* On the other hand, we’re having so much fun in Europe, and we’re catching up on the precious time with the family.
It’s been madness here, and I hardly ever find time to write up a post. Zuzia is like a tornado - having discovered how to crawl, she’s all over the place! I can’t believe how much she changed, since we left Australia. She’s developing so rapidly, and watching her is a delight.
We must have taken a few hundreds photos so far. Duh! I promise that I’ll share some very soon :)

But! On to the business. I’ve got my Color Dare card for you (CD69 - Tempting Curry Bays)
You might wonder, why so late, and why not on Tuesday. Well, Riley’s life has treated her very harshly lately, and we had to wait with the newest challenge for a couple of extra weeks. It’s finally up though, and it’s SUPER!
The colours are Tempting Turquoise, Crushed Curry & Bermuda Bay, and here’s my contribution:

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Supplies: cardstock: Quill; paper: Nikki Silvis Scrapbooker (sofa cut-out only), October Afternoon; stamps: Papertrey Ink (Polka Dot Basics), Stampin’ Up (Dots n’ Daisies background), Grant (sentiment); ink: Vivid! (Yellow), Versa Color (Celadon); ColorBox (Black); ribbon: Aqua Satin; other: button, twine

I’m entering this card into WT275 Raving on Ribbon. It’s no secret that I LUV me some ribbon!
Have a lovely day,
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Jun 14

Focus on ribbon

I’m sorry it’s going to be a very quick post, girls - I’m squeezing it in the tight schedule of my holidays… :)
It’s Monday, and it means that it’s time for my weekly Really Reasonable Ribbon project.
Here’s what I whipped up, using the yummy striped ribbon, available in the Really Reasonable Ribbon store. Bold, graphic ribbon is perfect for playing the lead role on the card. How about some weaving?

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Supplies: cardstock: Quill; sentiment sticker: SRM Stickers; ink: Versa Color (Pink); rhinestones: Top Line Creations; chipboard frame: Collections; extra thick white embossing powder (XTEE); ribbon: Pink Licorice Twist Stripe Grosgrain; other: button, twine

I covered a plain jane chipboard frame twice with an extra thick embossing powder, to achieve the smooth, glossy look.
I hope you like the effect! Have a goodie,
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Jun 13

Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog Hop

Hello, and welcome to our monthly Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog Hop!
You should have come here from the RRR blog - if not, you’d want to hop over there and read about the details and the prize, that we’ve got in store for one lucky participant!!

For my project, I chose to highlight the cheerful selection of ribbon in the June Ribbon Club. Don’t these luscious greens and yellows remind you of a summery meadow?

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Supplies: cardstock: Quill; paper: Basic Grey; stamp: Stampin’ Up!; ink: ColorBox (Black); ribbon: from the June Ribbon Club

The flowers are made from the length of wired ribbon (5/8” wired sheer yellow/lime square print), that’s available exclusively through the Club. I pulled on the wire carefully from both ends, then bunched and formed the flower, and stitched the ribbon together. It’s an easy way to make own effective flowers.

I used the FTL94 sketch for the card on the left (flipped on the side, and modified slightly).

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Next in line is the talented Cassie Box. Happy hopping! xxx
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Jun 13

In the midning hour

It’s almost midnight, and I finally found some time to write a post. We’re just finished with fiddling around with Zuzia, who didn’t feel like sleeping, and I must admit that it lowered my mood a bit… Poor girl, she has to put up with so much going on around her, and with a lifestyle much more intense that she’s used to - and she’s only eight months! No wonder she feels anxious or blue at times…
She’s finally asleep now, and I hope that’s how it’s going to stay until morning! *fingers crossed here*

Anyhoo, here’s my portion of Curtain Call Color Challenge: {ACT 34} goodness for you.
The colours this week look impressive and stylish together, so I decided on a classic look:

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Supplies: cardstock: Quill, Stampin’ Up!; paper: My Mind’s Eye, Kaisercraft; stamp: Stampin’ Up! (Happy Harmony, sentiment), Sullivans (damask); ink: Kaleidacolor (Cappuccino), Versa Color (Sky Gray); decorative scissors: Birch Craft; ribbon: Sullivans; vellum: Grant; Cuttlebug & Swiss Dots embossing folder; pearls: Kaisercraft

I’m happy that my card fits the current Mercy’s sketch (MTSC77) :)

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The rest of the Curtain Call Crew has samples to show you today, too, so make sure you stop by to see:

Amy White at Devlinwhite Designs
Andrea Roose at Andrea’s Scrap- und Stampel Blog
Julie Smith at Paper and Such
Lea Lawson at Lea’s Cupcakes & Sunshine
Marisa Ritzen at Rosemary Reflections
Melissa Hubert at My Paper Obsession
Shelley Germann at Stampin’ Garden
Sue Kohler at My Inner Reflection
Stacey Schafer at Stacey’s Stamping Stage
and June Guest Designer, Christina MacLaren, at Seaglass & Sentiments
…then play along with us and post your Curtain Call Color Challenge: Act 33 creation using Mr. Linky at Stacey’s Stamping Stage!

Thank you for visiting! I’ll be still MIA for most of the time (four days of intense sightseeing ahead), but I’ll try to stick around whenever possible.
Love ya’! {{mwah}}
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Jun 12

Card Patterns sketch 68

Hi folks, I’m sorry for being MIA! I know I promised to put some more photos from our trip yesterday, but it’s simply too busy around. Yesterday, my hubby’s parents came to Poland, and it’s their first time here. I’ll do my best to make the week that we all spend together here, extra special 😀
I also hope to get around these photos very soon…

In the meantime *wink*, I’ve got my card for the newest Card Patterns sketch for you.
We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Gina K Designs again this week! GinaK Designs is offering up a wonderful prize pack to one random participant.

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Supplies: cardstock: Quill, Artarama; paper: My Mind’s Eye; stamps: Gina K Designs (shelf, flower vase, sentiment), Craft Affair (flowery background); ink: Ranger Distress Ink (Pumice Stone), ColorBox (Peach Pastel, Blush Blossom, Ice Jade); blender pen; glitter: Reeves; dimensional medium: Glossy Accents by Ranger; border punch: Fiskars; bling: Kaisercraft; sewing machine

I’ve got to run now, but I hope you’ll visit tomorrow, for there’s another fun Really Reasonable Ribbon blog hop taking place then, and Stacey is launching a new Curtain Call Color Challenge! See you soon! xxx
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