WOYWW 185

My heart goes out to all in Newtown, Connecticut and I would like to pay my respects and express sincere sympathy to all involved in this tragic loss.

May it never happen again.

WOYWW 185

I didn't think I'd manage to post this week but I've received such super treats from all around the world over the last couple of days that I must send my thanks to so many of you. 
First here's my desk for the time being and, for lots of fun, try hopping across to Julia's desk at stamping ground then you'll understand the reason I'm showing mine here.

I'm still crafting in the warmth of the living room on a small breakfast table, the coffee table, sometimes a tray on my knee or even the floor. The good thing is that I DO have to clear up after myself as I try to keep the living room somewhere between a "reasonably tidy" to a "very tidy" state.

Lynne, one of my friends from Vicky Stampers, came round for lunch last week and brought me templates and instructions for one of the Make & Takes from the Christmas Party that unfortunately l missed whilst I was away. 

I decided to make some of these cute little trees, (which are nifty little gift boxes) and really enjoyed this simple crafting project, making something without having to think much and getting a good end product. Thanks Lynn for thinking of me!

Here's a close up of one finished and if you too would like to make some the full details and free printable templates are over on www.waffleflower.com

http://waffleflower.com/2011/11/free-3d-christmas-tree-templates-printable-silhouette-studio-versions/

First to arrive was this beautiful atc from Peggy Appleseed all the way from the Phillipines. A special one in purple just for me. What a mini treasure and isn't she lovely? Thanks so much Peggy!

My lovely special friend Dolores, who is familiar as Cardarian to WOYWWers, has sent me this lovely Angel Gabriele from Slovenia, such a pretty addition to my ever increasing heavenly host. If you pop over to her blog you can even see how to make this and also the one Dolores sent to Ann B. Thank you Dolores for my little treasure to add to my flock. She is gorgeous!

Ali at teddybobscrafts blog sent this super, contemporary, collaged Angel Shraosha with acetate wings. They worked very well to get her from Wales up North! Thanks so much Ali!

Such a great, unusual,idea and I love her.

Here's the lovely treat I received from Janet of fairythoughts blog in an unexpected return gesture for a little favour I did by sending a few die cuts for Erin, a special little girl. Thank you so much Janet, I am so thrilled to receive such a beautiful piece of festive beading. 

Just look at those tiny holly leaves.

Little Erin specially coloured in one of the gingerbread men for me too!!

Finally I'd like to express my thanks to everyone who sent me such lovely cards and amongst this collection of hand made gems there are beauties from WOYWWers...Wipso, Donna, Dolores, Ali, Twiglet, Neet, Tuire, Peggy and Janet. I don't make or send cards so I do feel an element of guilt at receiving so many. Thank you to everyone and I wish you all a Happy Christmas and Healthy, Peaceful 2013