What's Really On My Workdesk....Really!

Ok....I have to admit.  I was very surprised when I went to my last post to see my desk...and though there was a description of all that was on it....but there was no photo.  Sometimes I think my brain is in my other purse!  So, here's what was on my desk last week.  And that desk looks pretty much the same this week.  I've been working in the family room...why?  I have no idea, maybe it's because I don't want to clean my craft room?  Well, I forgot to take a photo this week, and I've cleaned up my mess, so there will be no current desk photo.  If you want to see the written description of my last week's desk...check it out on my previous blog.

This morning I planned on making a "Quick" card....I know better than to say the "Q" word, because for some reason, when I say quick, it never is.  This card will be posted tomorrow to my friend Thelma.  I can share this as Thelma doesn't have a computer....I try to make her one or two cards a month and this is the second card for May....

I saw a very similar card by Cathy at Cathy's Card Spot.  She gave me this idea and here's what I did.  My newest embossing folder is the one I used on this card.  I love the bricks.  Next time I will try inking them, but remember...I wanted this to be quick.  The window and the flower box are Memory Box dies...two of my newest.  I really like them.  Now here's where not so quick came in.  I decided to build a little room behind the window.  I found a graphic and framed it in an oval for a painting on the wall.  I recently purchased the Memory Box lamp and I wanted to use it .  To add a bit of dimension I ran the shade through an embossing folder.  I like it, but it's not really very noticeable.  Here's where not so quick really came in.  I added plastic to the windows for the glass and then added lace for the curtains.  I liked it, but the lace covered up was was behind the window.  So I decided to tie the curtains back.  Normally an easy task, but not today!  Then I added greenery to the flower box and tried to create some tiny flowers.  This is as tiny as I could make them.  All in all, I like the finished card.

I also made another sympathy card.  I really wish these cards weren't needed, but sadly they are.

This card was a quick card and I have many snippets left from an album I made.   I think I will use this sketch for birthdays and thinking of you.  It might be a good one to have on hand and add the sentiment as needed.  The base is not a snippet, but all the colorful papers are. 

It's been a long day and my bed is calling.  If you have time, head over to Stamping Ground and see what the others have been up to this week.  And be sure to leave a comment so Julia knows you stopped by.

My window card is totally snippet made and most definitely Cathy inspired.  My window and flower box is the large one which didn't leave much room for more than the window and the flower box.  .  I'm off to link to Pixie's Crafty Workshop.  This blog is fun to follow.  The beauty that comes from snippets is amazing.  I have to say, I'm using bits and pieces of other projects that I probably would not have done before meeting Di.  So, check out what everyone's been doing.  And if you have a minute, join us on the playground and take a swing on the swings, or join us in a game of tag.  

Until next time...Hugs and Happy Crafting,
Mary Mac
AKA:  Glitter Grammy

The Dreaded Men's Birthday Card

A friend's partner is having his 65th birthday....If you follow my blog, you already know men's cards are my very least favorite card to make.  While going through my digital files I found this elderly gent.  I don't know where it came from, I do know why I saved it...he is precious.  I don't know if the photo shows this, but there are lots of layers, to the landscaping and to my little man.  The inside of the card will remain unseen, but if you want to know what it says, email me and I'll be happy to share with you.  It's kind of naughty!

The graphic was very small 65kb.  The print was not as crisp as I would have liked, but he was too cute to pass by.  I'm going to share him over at Pixie's Crafty Workshop.  I do hope all the youngsters on the playground take it easy, you know this old gents hips ain't what they used to be!

All the papers are snippets.  The sentiment was computer generated, both inside and out. Glossy Accents was used to create the shine on the sunglasses.  A glitter pen was used to color the necklace, belt buckle, buttons and clips on the shoes. 

Happy Birthday Joel.....Cathy says you have a terrific sense of humor....You do, don't you?  LOL!  I'll find out Monday when Cathy comes to play!

Happy weekend to all....33 Days before we head for Australia.....Yippee!
Hugs from Northern California
Mary Mac
AKA:  Glitter Grammy

What's On Your Workdesk?

Good Morning....Another Wednesday?  What happened to the days between?  Before I show you my desk....(if you've been following my blog you'll know what that's about.)  I want to show you a project I finally finished....I have a new great nephew, and I've been working on his mini album for what seems like forever....Not really though.  Most of it was done, and after Avery was born I started collecting photos from Face Book to put into his little album.  So, here it is....

I wasn't sure what to put on the cover, and then I received the birth announcement.  Thanks mom and dad for designing the cover....

These are the photos his mom posted on Face Book....again....thanks mom for posting them.

I knew there were more photos coming and on Mother's Day my daughter Amy went to take family photos.  She sent me a contact list and I picked these photos to finish off the pages.  I'm happy with how the little album turned out.  I'm also happy that I finished it before Avery graduated from high school!  LOL!

Now, on to my desk....well here it is.....

I apologize for the blurry photo.  It looked much better in the camera!  So, what's here?  Not a lot.  The plastic bag is adhesive I was using at the Monday crop.  Almost put where it belongs!  My Ipad is charging.  And the really cool stand for my ipad, that my son bought me for Christmas.  Ink and a stamp I was using on a card.  Cricut tools that I use for everything but my Cricut...cause I don't have one!  The cord is a holder for my scissors.  The idea is, you wear it around your neck so you don't loose your scissors.  Julia....please note....at the present time, I don't know where the scissors is.  Check out Julia's blog to find out why this was noted.  You'll also see many, many desks there, with loads of creative projects.

Off I go for now.  I'm trying to organize my room.  Seems like an on-going task.  My friend Virginia gave me a great idea for storing my Memory Box and Poppy Stamp dies.  Sadly (or not) I am going to have to go purchase another binder as I have too many.  I'll show you when I'm finished.

Have a most wonderful week.  The countdown has begun.  35 days and Dee Dee and I will be headed to Australia and New Zealand.  Lots to do before we leave, but so excited that the trip is coming up so quickly.

Hugs to all, see you next week,
Mary Mac
AKA:  Glitter Grammy

WOYWW - Pixie's Crafty Workshop and More

My goodness, the past week just flew by....three days at Paradise Scrapbook Boutique, a Monday crop with the girls and today, my card class....After today, I think I will just sit and enjoy a day of coloring.....

So, here is a thank you card I made last night....Dee Dee and Pete sent me a great cover for my Ipad.  It's one that will be very useful on our trip which is in the not too distant future.  So, here's the card...

The paper line is My Mind's Eye - Indi Collection.  I can not lie....one of the pieces was not a snippet, but the rest was made from bits and pieces left over from an attempt at a card that did not please me.  I like what I did with the button.  I couldn't find black cord and I was tired of looking, so I used a strip of the brown trim paper in the button.  If you've got a snippet card, or if you've got snippets waiting to be turned into a master piece....join in with us and play along with Di and the gang at Pixie's Crafty Workshop.  Check out what can be made with snippets.

Two weeks ago Brenda came to play and she brought me a card made by her friend Amy.  She also brought the pattern and directions to make more.  Amy....thank you for this lovely card.  Maybe I'll give this a go when I return from vacation.  Cute little dress and I love all the fancy gems and the ribbon belt is the perfect touch....

I had a great time at Karen's....these are just a few of the great items I came home with.  Her lace is always the best and this time she out-did herself.....Many of these items were treasures I'd won...Now to get busy and get them made into something....This will be my desk top for today.  As nothing much was going on there.  Julia forgive the stretch of the word "Workdesk"  Check out what the more productive gals and guys were up to this week.  Check out WOYWW here.

Last week, I saw this little fella in the tree outside my living room window..... I think he was taking advantage of the day....a full tummy, a warm day and a great nap.

Maybe he was thinking...Thank God It's Friday......

Well, off I go, lots to do before card class.  Have a crafty week, see you all soon,
Hugs,
Mary aka:  Glitter Grammy

Day Three

Ah, the end of a perfect weekend.  Thank you Karen and everyone at Paradise Scrapbook Boutique.  What a great time.....

Well, that said...I am beat....Today I finished the album which was one of the treats we could make.  Everyone was given chipboard, instruction  and a coupon to get the paper we wanted to use.  I chose this great Graphic 45 Bird Song paper.  I had several embellishments, so this was a perfect choice.  I really like how the cover turned out.....

The inside was such fun to create and I was able to use so many items I'd been hoarding.....

This was a fun little album to make....

I worked on an album for my niece and her new baby, I can't show that one quite yet as it's not quite finished....and I also spent time working on the many card kits I have been saving for a rainy day.  All in all I had a very creative weekend.  Of course, I did spend lots of time, laughing, snacking, and of course crafting.  I'm looking forward to next year.....

Off to bed I go....tomorrow is another day of crafting with friends.  This life of retirement is oh so hard!  LOL....

Hugs
Mary  AKA:  Glitter Grammy

Day Two

I couldn't sleep last night....all the excitement from Day One kept me awake...that and the delicious dessert.....today we came in to more treats and new product and the new lace...Brenda you would go crazy. So here are the early morning photos..

I haven't figured this app out yet, so I can't write under the photos. I'll fill you in later...Di, I'm the one wearing the coral stripe blouse... Notice my two pups, they aren't happy I'm going. But I am!

UPDATE:  I'm adding the captions to the photos.....

Baxter and Sis looked so sad when I was walking out the door.  But they were soooo happy when I came home.  It's wonderful to be greated by such sweethearts. 

This is what greeted me on Saturday morning.  I totally forgot to take a photo of Friday's goodies.  I will show you one of the completed projects tomorrow.....Do you see the box standing behind all the goodies for the shaped album?  That's an old time clock case that will end up being a mini album page.  Farther down the page you'll see what Rachiel did with hers. 

While we were sleeping, Karen put this entire display together with ALL new items.  Thankfully I got their early or I'd not have gotten this photo....Trust me y the end of the day, most of the items found their way into our shopping bags. 

Karen is on the left and Leesa my craft buddy on the rright. 

Ya, that's me.....and Leesa is playing Vanna, pointing to what one lucky person has a chance to win in the drawing. 

Here's the clock I told you about.  Rachiel colored it with alcohol inks, the original color is silver.  I'll try to get a better photo today. 

A few of the shoppers. 

A few of the worker bees....humming away as they create

I'm making a mini album that Karen had on the make-it and take-it table.  I show you it tomorrow. 

 

Off I go, to get ready for another fun day....

Hugs,

Mary Mac

AKA:  Glitter Grammy

 



National Scrapbook Weekend!

Friday Night at Paradise Scrapbook Boutique....A Great Success....Karen out did herself. Great food, wonderful prizes, fantastic projects. And this was just Day 1. I can hardly wait for tomorrow.

I only took one photo...too busy playing....