Wednesday, July 20, 2011

WOYOCBAWHAWW?

And...do tell?
What's on your Oh, cor blimey, are we here again workdesk Wednesday? HQ is still relishing the sort-out even if the playground is back to old tricks. Lots of painty colouring stuff. Got tons of DT work to do before August and my hols, otherwise I'll be uploading folded napkins and altered sunglasses from the Motorway services.
Really into a bit of sewing again and made a whole 'thing' from scratch (sorry can't show until Monday) and I'm rather chuffed. I was very good, did it by the book. Measuring, gathering threads, pinning, tacking, ironing, neatening edges and top stitching. I think I just passed my O-level Needlework again. If you're not into sewing you're thinking "How very blah" but for the seamstresses out there, I'm just saying I didn't cheat.

Also been playing with more of my Wendy Vecchi stamps and made a piece for the EWV challenge held by Lori. I have to say these are stamps that really come to life once put to paper. This chap looks a bit austere in the plastic but ink him up and he's suddenly quite a dandy fellow tinkering away with his camera. I cut a frame from cardboard which really sets him off and gives grounding to the shoe and light bulbs. Mounted it on an old book page and envelope.

Added a chain scrap for a bit of male-ish metal interest and thought I'd put his cameo in the charm clip!
Whilst dabbling with the chain the challenge over at Happy Daze came back to me. Although putting both together results in this, "A Male card with Dangly Things". Really! That's my piece and that's their challenge theme.
Fill in your own story... you can't make it up can you??? I joined Facebook just this week (purely for my crafting). Well... that's a title with  potential for a few 'likes'.
Anyway, there he is, oblivious to it all and I do like him very much.

I must away my dears as the 'to do' list is looking more like a 'to die' one. Thanks for calling by, I'd love to hear from you and will be hopping around later today too. Over at My Mojo Monthly we have 12 entries which really is just fabulous and very encouraging. Thank you! You still have the rest of July if you fancy sharing too.

Join in the desk-hop over at Julia's. Wishing you plenty of what you want, miss, enjoy and need today...

Sarah.
at

50 comments:

  1. Kathy EddyJuly 20, 2011 at 2:02 AM

    Wow, this is just brilliant!

    ReplyDelete
  2. 2amscrapperJuly 20, 2011 at 2:03 AM

    amazing project!

    ReplyDelete
  3. Bleubeard and ElizabethJuly 20, 2011 at 6:03 AM

    I like your paper project and can tell you didn't cheat on the sewing, either. Happy WOYWW.

    ReplyDelete
  4. Simple homemade living July 20, 2011 at 6:06 AM

    your desk looks very creative today. I love the project it's gorgeous x

    ReplyDelete
  5. CathyJuly 20, 2011 at 6:19 AM

    Very creative desk and love the tag. Sewing ... hmmm not done any of that for a while!!
    Happy WOYWW
    Cathy xx

    ReplyDelete
  6. SueJuly 20, 2011 at 6:21 AM

    Hi ya
    very creative desk,
    did laugh about showing us paper napkins! Gorgeos card, look forward to seeing you not cheated sewing project, happy WOYWW, sue,x

    ReplyDelete
  7. Create With JoyJuly 20, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    Great desk & project!

    Ramona
    http://create-with-joy.com

    ReplyDelete
  8. Šolanje na domu-WaldorfJuly 20, 2011 at 6:45 AM

    Love the sprays on your desk. Gorgeous card, too!

    ReplyDelete
  9. Lunch Lady JanJuly 20, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    I'd really quite like to see altered sunglasses, a la Dame Edna Everage, perhaps?? Way to go with the sewing, ooh, you're very good doing all tha stages, I cheat all the time! Looking forward to seeing the result soon :)

    PS Really loved the simple elegance of the previous posts's butterfly card xx

    ReplyDelete
  10. Hope and ChancesJuly 20, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    Now I'm thinking altered sunglasses...maybe that could work! Great project and looking forward to seeing your 'reveal' on Monday :-)

    ReplyDelete
  11. HelenJuly 20, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    Love the challenge title - it certainly grabs the attention - and you made a great card for it too!

    ReplyDelete
  12. france papillonJuly 20, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    love your piece! those layers and colors are so yummi, makes me want to dive in my Lady WV stash!

    ReplyDelete
  13. Fiona@Staring at the SeaJuly 20, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    Love the piece you have made, but quite liking the thought of altered sunglasses!!

    ReplyDelete
  14. AnnieJuly 20, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Well done you with the sewing acheivement....I'm looking forward to seeing what you've made.
    A x

    ReplyDelete
  15. SpyderJuly 20, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    Love the piece you've made, fabulous..I'm still inkless...must get some... love the desk, always inventive!! HaPpY WoYwW
    ((Lyn))

    ReplyDelete
  16. UnknownJuly 20, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    Wow, so creative and busy.

    ReplyDelete
  17. Julia DunnitJuly 20, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    I very much like your take on the male card with dangly bits. And the challenge title, of course!! Your desk looks fab - so mid-something...little beads of paint/ink on the craft mat. And hey - I wouldn't mind seeing what you can create at a motorway services...you can do most everything else!

    ReplyDelete
  18. NeetJuly 20, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Not into sewing for me to do it but like looking at what others do so roll on Monday.
    Love your "man in a frame" - you do vintage so well and I always fall in love with what you have on your blog. Thanks for sharing - Hugs, Neet x #3

    ReplyDelete
  19. Cardarian July 20, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Oh I just love your posts and the way you explain your cards in detail! Love it, love it, love it!!! Before I leave for my hols I will be posting MMM! I am a bit slow with things but I get there in the end!
    Lots of hugs,
    Cardarian

    ReplyDelete
  20. TwigletJuly 20, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Well done with the sewing -Will love to see it!!

    ReplyDelete
  21. KathleenJuly 20, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    What a great project so much detail. Hope you show your sewing project too.
    Kathleen x

    ReplyDelete
  22. Berry July 20, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Completely stunning thanks for sharing hugs Rebekah #60 xx

    ReplyDelete
  23. GlendaJuly 20, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    Very beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

    ReplyDelete
  24. nerllybirdJuly 20, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    That's a great card, beautifully put together.
    Helen S

    ReplyDelete
  25. NeilJuly 20, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    Fab creative desk this week, Thanks for sharing it!

    ReplyDelete
  26. JulsJuly 20, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    such lovely inkiness on your desk!!! Love your project, great images, love the stitching and the torn edge!!! great work as always! Hugs Juls

    ReplyDelete
  27. okienurseJuly 20, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    Awesome desk and boy have you been busy. Love the details you put into this card. Sewing! I can't wait to see what you made. Thanks for sharing. Vickie

    ReplyDelete
  28. Franka BenjaminsenJuly 20, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Ik ben heel benieuwd wat je allemaal in elkaar aan het naaien bent. Can't wait to see it. Love your fotograph man. Looks real vintage.
    Enjoy your WOYWW and don't die for a list :-)
    xFranka

    ReplyDelete
  29. MaggieC (Silvercrafter)July 20, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    Well done for not cheating with your sewing. I have to admit cheating with everything except velvet, which I used to pin and tack very thoroughly.

    ReplyDelete
  30. JingleJuly 20, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    Your desk full of inky sprays and paints looks so inviting! I love the piece you shared!

    ReplyDelete
  31. ScrapcollectrJuly 20, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    Oooh, love the dangly thing and with a cameo in it, to boot! Great male card. Can always use inspiration in that regard, thanks! And thanks for joining in at WOTT this week, as well. *smile*
    #62

    ReplyDelete
  32. VickyJuly 20, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    Wonderful tag! Happy WOYWW!

    ReplyDelete
  33. ScrappnBeeJuly 20, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    Oh, I hate it when a deadline looms! Good luck with beating the clock...and getting on holiday guilt free! Thanks for sharing your fabulous card too!- Amanda #45

    ReplyDelete
  34. HettieJuly 20, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    Love that tag - it is BRILLIANT!!!
    Loved your acronym too!! Made me chuckle!!

    ReplyDelete
  35. Craft Addicts - Tracy EvansJuly 20, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    Fabulous creative desk and an even more creative card. Cannot wait tobsee your creation on Monday. Hope the to do list does not get any longer. Tracy x

    ReplyDelete
  36. DragonJuly 20, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    Yoo hoo, sorry to be late, but loving your desk and projects again this week... fabulous work, as always
    Frankie
    xx

    ReplyDelete
  37. JoZart DesignsJuly 20, 2011 at 11:08 PM

    Superb card.. .looking forward to popping by more often now I've added my name.
    Love JoZarty x

    ReplyDelete
  38. The Crafty ElfJuly 21, 2011 at 4:00 AM

    I always love to visit you! Inspiration, well written posts and just down right enjoyable here. Trying to get around to comment has been difficult as our hydro has been so fussy with the heat wave. We've lost power several times today which is very frustrating but I'm more concerned as tomorrow will reach over 36 and they are warning us now about the excessive power required to handle a day like we are in for. Anyways, your desk screams talent lives here and you can tell great work is created on it....weird I know but I'm right.

    ReplyDelete
  39. KylaJuly 21, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    oooh.....what have you been sewing then? I'll pop back to see, love the crafty desk.

    kyla

    ReplyDelete
  40. AprilJuly 21, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    The card is great. Your sewing project sounds very interesting! Thanks for sharing.

    ReplyDelete
  41. Ohhh SnapJuly 21, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Wonderful desk! Looking forward to seeing your sewing project. I have home economics trauma as I was forced to wear my sewing project to school. I'm not sure how it happened, but I couldn't straighten my left arm, and as I was left handed, well there was mocking involved. I don't sew clothes. I'm seriously pining for those stamps, and you are right about the gentleman looking austere in the package, I passed it over for that reason. But now, must have him and the lightbulbs lol. TFS :D

    ReplyDelete
  42. Shaz in Oz.CalligraphyCardsJuly 22, 2011 at 5:44 AM

    Hi there Sasa, loving the tag and all its beautiful elements great job! thanks for popping over and happy WOYWW.! Shaz in Oz.x

    ReplyDelete
  43. peggy aplSEEDSJuly 22, 2011 at 6:05 AM

    your male card with dangly things (what a theme, huh?) is wonderful! i love all the layers and the dangly thing. happy WOYWW!

    ReplyDelete
  44. KezzyJuly 22, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    Lol I can't stop laughing and thinking about seeing a craft at the motorway services eating while sticking napkins together lol. Love your desk, its always full of lots to look at. Love the fabric flowers lurking there as well. Kezzy x

    ReplyDelete
  45. KezzyJuly 22, 2011 at 7:34 AM

    Oops meant to say love the card and the less is more circle card in the previous post, both are brill. Kezzy x

    ReplyDelete
  46. GingerJuly 22, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    This is so cool, thanks for joining in the Happy Daze challenge. G x

    ReplyDelete
  47. minnie_macJuly 23, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    Fabulous piece. Love the colours and all the elements.

    Marilym

    ReplyDelete
  48. MoiraJuly 23, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    Smashing dangly work

    ReplyDelete
  49. Marjie KemperJuly 25, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    Very cool. Love the layered light bulbs and your dangling piece too.

    ReplyDelete
  50. Marita SoutarJuly 26, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    Really love it! Great stamp! Love Wendy Vecchi too!

    ReplyDelete

Thanks so much for being here! I'd love to hear what you have to say so babble forth...!