Tuesday, August 27, 2013

Spotty, dotty stuff...

Hello there. It's me again, along with my grubby craft desk, mat and fingers. I don't feel like  I have managed to get anything done at all this week so this WOYWW post is a complete midnight miracle.
I have spent EVERY waking minute chasing after a speedy toddler. Sigh. I used to look at mums of many and say, "Well, I can't be that busy, I've only got one baby..." Now, I don't care! One or ten... there just ain't any lounging around time folks!

Yesterday I realised the week was already running away with us and as it's hubby's last holiday week, I thought I would grab an hour in the crafty zone. Again, I am having to let go of all my OCD crafty thoughts and just get stuck in. No time to tweak,, fiddle or twiddle... 
I was feeling dotty in both mind and ink so all the more reason to join in the same themed fun over at Simon Says Stamp. Back to my vintage roots in colour and style...

I would have loved to have created something bigger but I only had an hour, so just a card. Otherwise it'll be Christmas by the time it gets finished. Hmmm, sounds like my housework. Hey-ho, put it on the list girl and go and watch TGBBO instead!
Right, time to sign off here. Until soon, Sarah.
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26 comments:

  1. ConnieAugust 28, 2013 at 12:58 AM

    Looks to me like that messy desk is putting out some beautiful art :)

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  2. Kate YetterAugust 28, 2013 at 2:41 AM

    So beautiful, Sarah! Love the neutrals and butterfly.
    Kate

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  3. InkypinkycraftAugust 28, 2013 at 6:33 AM

    Whata gorgeous make! Your eye for design is still spot on! X

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  4. glitterandglueAugust 28, 2013 at 11:42 AM

    Lovely card, Sarah - even running around after a toddler hasn't stopped you making something beautiful. Well done.
    Have a special week - and don't worry about the housework - just hoover before you put up the Christmas tree.... it'll look great for the season - and the rest of the time it either happens or it doesn't!!
    Margaret #37

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  5. UnknownAugust 28, 2013 at 12:06 PM

    That is beautiful.
    Carolyn

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  6. MonicaAugust 28, 2013 at 1:19 PM

    What an achievement in an hour. So worth the time and effort. Wish my time produced such lovely work.
    Monica 96

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  7. Candy CAugust 28, 2013 at 2:47 PM

    Sarah...you did this in AN HOUR?!?! It's lovely. Definitely a Sarah piece of art...with your unmistakeable style. I love how the cardstock is white and then all of a sudden, the brown dots begin to emerge, creating a lovely design! :) I hope all is well with you and your sweet family! Thanks for sharing your art with us at Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge. <3 Candy

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  8. ScrapthatAugust 28, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    Oh good gravy Woman! What a beautiful work of art! it's gorgeous.
    TFS

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  9. ElizabethAugust 28, 2013 at 3:28 PM

    Hi Sarah, your desk is just fine ... plenty for a nosy parker like me to peak at ... and your card is gorgeous ... love the muted colours and all your textury(?) bits. (I think I've just added another word to my crafting dictionary :))

    Thanks for visiting earlier, it's appreciated, especially as your time is so limited these days. The door hanger count is now at 5 ... it will take me longer to decorate them than it take for them to be made!

    My niece, Louise, visited yesterday - her baby is 20 months old, totally adorable and running her mum ragged ... they are going through the toilet training stage, I'll say no more :)

    Hope you have a great week and enjoy the last of your hubby's holiday. Elizabeth x #59

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  10. UnknownAugust 28, 2013 at 3:42 PM

    pretty pretty stuff, Thanks so much for the peek, and always bright blessings. Roberta #40

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  11. ClaireAugust 28, 2013 at 4:11 PM

    what a gorgeous creation - just stunning!! and creating when chasing a toddler is NOT easy!!!
    happy WOYWW and have a great week :)
    no. 38

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  12. JackieAugust 28, 2013 at 5:20 PM

    Love the card it's really nice
    Yes little ones take up so much time
    Jackie 39
    Scrapbangwallop

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  13. BJAugust 28, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    What a gorgeous piece love all the neutrals. BJ#6

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  14. SandyAugust 28, 2013 at 11:43 PM

    Wonderful - you have such a good sense of design!!
    sandy

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  15. Robyn OliverAugust 29, 2013 at 12:57 AM

    Sarah this card is just so lovely, so creative with your add-ons, find that hard myself. It's great you make time for yourself but yes it can be difficult but family is so precious. Cheers and hugs RobynO#32

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  16. Anita Houston The Artful MavenAugust 29, 2013 at 3:45 AM

    Beautiful! Love the the design and soft neutrals! The dots are great!

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  17. nathwestAugust 29, 2013 at 4:15 AM

    nice , I'm like it !

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  18. UunaAugust 29, 2013 at 6:12 AM

    Wonderful artistic card. I love how color comes little by little.

    I change and collect cards. Do You change Your cards?

    I have own homebage to my cards. I don't made ATC:s, I paint, take photo and make collages and let print cards about them. Pleace visit:
    www.uuna.fi

    Happy WWOYW Uuna #58

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  19. LauraAugust 29, 2013 at 11:47 AM

    Fabulous card
    Happy WOYWW
    Laura
    87

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  20. LoriAugust 29, 2013 at 5:31 PM

    Love this Sarah! It looks very... Finnabair-y. lol. Stunning!

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  21. ddazzled71August 30, 2013 at 6:12 AM

    I don't think it matters what age your little ones are either, you will always be chasing. I am loving your vintage collage style card. It's always a pleasure to have so many beautiful details to explore. Enjoy your week! Danie #62

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  22. MoniqueAugust 30, 2013 at 11:24 AM

    Love your card, it's beautiful.
    xx Monique

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  23. AnonymousAugust 31, 2013 at 12:14 AM

    Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous! So fun to see you linking up :) Thanks so much for joining us at the Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge Blog! - Ashli :)

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  24. Michelle September 3, 2013 at 10:53 PM

    A beautiful piece of art! Your composition is lovely. Thank you for joining us this week for the Simon Says Stamp Monday challenge. ~Michelle

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  25. Mary ElizabethNovember 2, 2013 at 9:05 AM

    Hi Sarah! I just caught up with this card on Pinterest. Don't know where I was in August when this came out. I love it!!! What a fabulous arrangement. I hope you had a moment to send it to someone. Wonderful card Sarah. -- Mary Elizabeth

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