Floral Cuttlebug embossing

Apart from the swiss dots folder which I use a lot, the floral cuttlebug folder is so versatile too, and I like chalking or colouring the raised edges with pastels or pencil crayons.. I used my derwent soft pencil crayons on these cards and a bit of calligraphy as well.

Altered Candles

here are some altered candles which i have been having fun with this week.

Gina K Inspired Coasters

I saw this gorgeous tutorial over on Gina K's blog about coasters and I had a go myself - this is my next addiction - thanks Gina for a fabulous idea - guess what everyone will be getting for Christmas?!

Festival time makes

had some last minute orders and bits to get done and the festival was great... here are the ones I made over last few days which I didnt get time to post up until now

Festival Fever - JFK Dunbrody Festival 2009 NEW ROSS

Its that time of year again and the trade, craft and french / contintental markets and evening converts will be in full swing in the coming days... I can wait.
I had the pleasure of organising the stands on the quay this year again, and there are some lovely things to be found this year.. here are some pics which i took last year.. I will definitely be taking a lot more this year.
Here is the link to the festival website
http://www.jfkdunbrodyfestival.org/index.html

July09 first post of the month

Its about time I posted something and so I got into gear to finish up and do some bits I had started and couple other things too. missed doing decoupage so did a couple of doggie cards and used my new paw prints punch


..... and some more bits from last couple weeks - these are swaps of ATC, inchies and a card