Last week's post came via the windmills of my mind... this week Joni Mitchell's song from 1972 epitomises how WOYWW 124 has arrived.....
And the seasons they go 'round and 'round
And the painted ponies go up and down
We're captive on a carousel of time
We can't return, we can only look behind
From where we came
And go round and round and round in the circle game
So.... if you dare to jump on the carousel go over to stamping ground and Julia will reveal all and, who knows, you might meet me coming back round!
I know there are signs of Ch*****as, despite all my protestations but OK, OK, OK! it had to happen eventually but it would have been much later in this household if I hadn't offered to help my DD prepare for the craft event she will be doing next month! I have been up to my eyes in gilding flakes and angels are everywhere but the it's the gnomes... they are making a take over bid.
Shame they won't tidy up for me overnight!
Here's what it looks like without the results of my endeavours. I've just recently been invited to submit 4 items, fairly short notice, for a magazine article (from that there box of stamps) and the deadline is looming. I made 3 items today but can't reveal the results... as much as I'd love a few opinions!
I have prepped some quirky angel cards, a set of gilded wooden wings and lots and lots of gnomes too! See what I mean? The idea for those little fellas came from a great inspirational site I was given by my DDs http://pinterest.com/. I couldn't find the pattern for the gnomes so I modified the idea and added quite a bit more detail than shown on the site.
I've also started a couple of sewing projects including an idea my DD2 has asked me to make for her. I bought these lovely fabrics from Abakhan in Mostyn, North Wales, on the way home from a gorgeous, hot, hot, hot, sunny day out in Llandudno, Wales, last Saturday.
I couldn't waste the following photos, found on file, from Donna (Doone) and Niall's late, great, August visit and our trip to the beach (at Crosby Liverpool) to see Anthony Gormley's 100 iron men, officially titled "Another Place".
Donna close up and friendly with No 76
Niall's new best mate ... two cool dudes!
Checking the ID of Number 80
Mr Modesty!
I loved to see the erosion which is so different with each one.
39 comments:
Can't believe you are up at this unearthly hour - what happened to "only one 8 o'clock in a day"? Now I know why you have been quiet this past week - congrats on the article which is hush hush - can't wait and I have to say I adore those gnomes.
Thanks for sharing - Hugs, Neet #1
I always love seeing your creativity, because it is always so plentiful. But I had a good laugh at Donna and Niall as they explored those Gormley statues in the water. Have a great WOYWW from #2.
Good luck with the creations for the magazine im sure they will be gorgeous.Love the angel wings too.Fab creative desk this week.
Love your new friends on the beach too!
Have wonderful wedensday and creative week ahead Hugs Judex 16
What a fab post with sooooooooo much going on and great pics. Can we have gnomes at Christmas - or should we say Elves...? I think I spy some yummy Lost Coast stamps... Exciting stuff having a commission but stressful too - look forward to seeing it. I'll be showing my Lynne Perella piece next week - still tweaking. It was fab, you'd have really loved all three projects. Thanks for the peek! Sarah
The day on the beach looks great fun!! As for those gilded wings - stunning! Can't wait to see what you do...good luck with your deadline.
The Ch*****as seems to come earlier every year! Even I have bought some Ch*****as cut outs... (!)
But now I can´t do anything. On my blog you can see why.
Love your cards!!! Those fabrics are lovely, too. Our sunny days here begins to be quite cool!!!
Have a nice week!
Tuire xx
#24
Firstly, LOVE that Joni Mitchell lyric, so absolutely true!
Secondly, those angel wings are gorgeous, love the shape and the colour. Please can you post what you make with them, I'd love to see :)
Lastly, I adore the way that people have customised the Antony Gormley men on the beach. I don't think he'd mind, he seems to be a cool bloke!
Hugs, LLJ #41 xx
Brilliant photos of Crosby beach. And how exciting!!! You're going to be in a magazine article. Can't wait to see what you're making for it. :) Good to see a messy workspace with lots of evidence of creative activity :) Pxx
Your desk looks amazing this week! So much going on and all looks fabulous. Do tell us when the article appears! I love Anthony Gormley's Another Place. We go there every time we are in Liverpool as my Aunt is only a few moments drive from there. We have some fab pics too. (And of some of his other installations too.
Ooooh how exciting a secret project, can't wait to see what you've been up to. Love those Angel wings, I really need to get on with my Xmas cards, I know it's quite early still but I don't get much crafty time so it soon sneaks up on me!!
Really inspiring desk and projects. Love all those gnomes and the wings. Hope to see your creations with this beautiful fabric.
Great pictures of the beach. Have a happy WOYWW.
xFranka
Arghhhg where did september go?
Thanks for the stamps and the lace - gorgeous will use them later, please remind me what I owe you,
aussi je voudrais parler avec vous en français parfois que j'ai besoin de la pratique
I think we may have found our ideal ruin
Dx
Lucky you. It's ages since I went to Abakhan last. Must persuade my darling other half to have a weekend up that way again some time soon :-)
A x
Busy, busy, busy and so much to see this week Jo. Whatever your mag article pieces are I'm sure they will be wonderful. Love the gnomes, angel wings (beautiful) and your Donna's visit photos.
Ann #50
Bridget #28 wow what interesting pictures, love your tablecloth and those wings
Love the projects on the desk ...those wings are stunning. Great shots with iron men ...and the bee shot is brilliant...cant wait to see more of what you are up to.xx
Loads of interesting piccies Jo. Looks like you're really busy at the moment. Mind, whats new??? What's with the thistle and the bee?
BTW Another clue coming up very soon...
You of all people should know that gnomes don't clear up, it's them who make the mess in the first place!! Good luck with the commission, it's about time we saw you in print! Love the Iron Men, very interesting concept. Do you ever go to the Ness Botanical Gardens? I would image they are stunning at this time of year, unless the leaves have already changed that is.
Hugs
Brenda 86
You have been a busy bee - lol and that last pic is perfect. x Jo
Nice busy desk there! love the stamps - cant wait to see the article. I went to Abakhan after a trip to Llandudno last year - bought a bin bag sized bag of tulle for 50p! bargain - will probably need never buy any more ever again! (and if you believe that you believe anything!).
I love the gnomes marching across your desk...better make sure they aren't nicking anything on their way through! The angels wings are gorgeous and those iron men are something else! Thanks for sharing.
The iron men are amazing. Would love to see them. Love your gnomes
Your desk looks like lots of fun! Those wings are amazing! Those statues are really cool!
love the gnomes and the wings! You're so busy!
Jo x
#112
Hi Jo!
I am trying to catch up with everybody - your Ch*******y desk looks very busy! I don't seem to have any wishes for making Ch******s stuff yet but I guess I will have to give in eventually - I am now back on wifi so if you have any time for a chat on skype I would love to, just let me know when you can....ha, ha need to pick your brain on Ch******s stuff!
Lots and lots of hugs,
Cardarian
Superb pictures and your gilded wings looks amazing!
Thanks so much
Chrissie
"Less is More"
Oh sorry but that photo of the Bee on the Thistle is inspiring! So clean and clear, well done!!
I love the gnomes, lol, hope the craft fair goes well,
Lou P #124
What a lovely post, Jo. Your gnomes made me laugh, they do look like they are making a take over bid.
Love the look of that material. Can't wait to see what you make with it.
I enjoyed seeing your photos of the men on the beach. I see they have changed their attire since our visit. The erosion fascinated me too. How can metal men all have such different characters.
Happy WOYWW
Hugs Lisax
lol, love all those gnomes! Looks like you all are having way to much fun with that Iron Man...lol
xoxo Marjo
My, My you are a busy girl! Love your Angel wings and the photos are a hoot! Thanks for sharing and for visiting for WOYWW! ~#118 WOYWW Robin Panzer Art Studio 33 Happy WOYWW
Lovely iron men pics. It looks like your desk is over run by the little people. How dare they not clean up at night.
And I am happy that I came to Your blog! Can't wait to see the finished products for the magazine. :) And talk about beautiful color...the background for your blog page. Wow! I didn't have an address so came to reply to your lovely comment...
Thank you JoZart! I'm happy you visited too! I do patchwork off and on but this year it seems to be "ON". :) I surface design most of the fabrics in my stuff and love using up the tiniest scraps for projects...never get tired of it. :) Arepas are a corn meal pancake...sort of...popular in South America...where I live. We make them from sweet corn and melt mozzarella cheese on top...with or without syrup. YUM!
Firstly, those iron men are amazing! This is such a big world with so much to see I can't wait for day my hubby and I begin to travel - it should be soon! Your wings are lovely and those gnomes - adorable! With your talet you should be all over Ch.....as! I can't wait to see what you produce for the Holiday Season! You're a good mom and those lyrics were awesome! Thanks for such a wonderful post and have yourself a great week! P.S....love that Bee
Gosh, your desk looks full of fab crafty projects!!! I am new to this and am loving seeing people's creativity, fab ! Trace x
Great pics! Particularly love the angel wings and the Gormley iron men - what gorgeous RUST!!! Happy belated WOYWW, Shoshi #97
Love your desk sooo interesting and inspirational.Great pics too.xx
those angel wings look fantastic, the little gnomes look brilliant and I love the pictures on the beach!
Just watched The Source Code and now I read the lyrics of Joni Mitchel's song! If you've watched the movie, you'll know what I mean! Thanks for sharing the pics, so amusing! Wishing you the best for your magazine article! Patsy from
HeARTworks
Thanks Jo for popping over and also for sending card - so very kind of you, THANK YOU - and love the thistle above happy WOYWW Shaz in Oz.x
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