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.

26 comments:

Connie said...

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

Kate Yetter said...

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

Inkypinkycraft said...

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

glitterandglue said...

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

Unknown said...

That is beautiful.
Carolyn

Monica said...

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

Candy C said...

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

Scrapthat said...

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

Elizabeth said...

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

Unknown said...

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

Claire said...

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

Jackie said...

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

BJ said...

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

Sandy said...

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

Robyn Oliver said...

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

Anita Houston The Artful Maven said...

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

nathwest said...

nice , I'm like it !

Uuna said...

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

Laura said...

Fabulous card
Happy WOYWW
Laura
87

Lori said...

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

ddazzled71 said...

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

Monique said...

Love your card, it's beautiful.
xx Monique

Anonymous said...

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 :)

Michelle said...

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

Mary Elizabeth said...

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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