Morning folks.....apologies in advance but I have my moaning minnie hat on today....feeling a bit sorry for myself and whether you like it or not it's time to share my tales of woe with you all.....it has been a while since I entered any challenges and despite having withdrawal symptoms and lots of ideas running around in my head when I try to get them onto paper it all goes to pot.....know the feeling. I suspect Mr Mojo has gone off in disgust at my lack of enthusiasm and the creative juices have evaporated with all the gorgeous weather we've been having....but it's a bit of a worry when the usual kick up the butt hasn't worked either. But I came across the cards I made for my demo day at
Simply Create while having a much needed clear out of my photo folders....they all had a sewing theme and I never got round to sharing them with you and dah..dah....I think this one fits the bill...OK it only has a little bit of faux stitching but beggars can't be choosers so I hope it qualifies for the challenge this week over at
Papertake Weekly which is
IN STITCHES
Background created with Hero Arts...Stripes Background and Distress Ink...Brushed Corduroy
Fabric...Modabake shop
Sewing Machine & Sentiment from Hero Arts Digi Kit....Sew Crafty
Twill Tape: Stampin Up
Buttons and twine from stash
Well the gorgeous weather has disappeared and left us with drizzly rain and in a desperate effort to ditch the crafty doldrums and get Mr Mojo back onside....I am taking a trip out to my favourite crafty Aladdin's cave...yes you've guessed correct...I am off to have a natter and a coffee with the lovely Jacqui and Anne at
Simply Create...and suss out what delicious new goodies have arrived since my last visit.....and then home to park my bum on the sofa for an exciting afternoon of tennis......Men's Semi Finals......who will get through Andy or Rafa....could go either way...definitely too tough to call.
Catch up with you all tomorrow over at
Penny Black Saturday and we are having a big celebration with yummy prizes from our favourite stamp company.....
PENNY BLACK.
Hugs Kath xxx
Stunning card Kath, love the use of the fabric. Have fun at the craft shop! Does Buddy get to go for a visit as well? Hope you both have a great day. Hugs.
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ReplyDeletegorgeous card, lovely sewing machine, fabbby papers & embelies. Im with you my mojo goes on holiday when the sun is out, im a sunaholic so sun out sue out! Have lovely time with the girls n good spend up, enjoy the tennis, sue,x
oh kathy this is simply stunning really love the layout and image on this,hugs cheryl x
ReplyDeleteOh Kath - I know that feeling! Have you checked the pub...or the park? I found my mojo chatting up girls down the park once!!!
ReplyDeleteI think the card is spot on - the very definition of a sewing machine must be about stitching!!!
Have a great time out!
Rx
fab card Kath, have fun out at SC - say Hi from me
ReplyDeletewould've come with you but I have to visit a new baby - love new babies, especially when I can have a big bosie then hand them back lol
Debz
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Fabulois card Kath :-) I love the sewing machine, I have a very similar Hero Arts stamp and you have just given me a kick up the butt to ink it :-)
ReplyDeletelove the embellies and layout ,, the fabric layer is a brill idea too :-)
thanks for joining the PTW Challenge :-)
Luv
Lols x x x
Hi Kath, stunning cards as usual. Your creativity never ceases to amaze me. Me too watching tennis this afternoon, Rafa to win in my mind and the final on Sunday. Have been following the young Laura Robson and there's a future champion in the making I reckon. Quite a devious little minx when she puts her mind to it. Oh well, have a good day with your purse or credit card and hugs and tickles behind the ear for the hairy fellow.
ReplyDeleteTake care - Denise XX
love this card and did wonder whwn we were going to get a proper look after your sneaky peek, love the sewing theme.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely morning at your favourite store, and enjoy the tennis looks like a busy day eh!
Hope your mojo comes back soon missing him.
Big Hugs Carol xx
Can you send some of that rain my way. It's so hot here I melt whenever I step into my craftroom.
ReplyDeleteI like the card, that sewing machine is so cute.
Have fun today.
Eveline.
I do love these sewing themed cards Kath..they are very lovely...it's a beautiful sunny day over here in Inverurie, lovely blue skies (for a change!!) and long may it continue as today is the last day of school!!! Have a good visit to Jacqui (I was over yesterday) and have a great weekend!! Kirsti xxx
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ReplyDeleteThis card is sew (sorry) beautiful. Love the gingham sewing machine but then I am a sucker for gingham LOL!
Hope you get Mr Mojo back on track, it's not a good thing when he goes walkabouts (typical man, never around when you need him LOL)
Enjoy the tennis, should be exciting!
Sarah x
A fabulous card, Kath. Enjoy your coffe, chat and SHOP, lol. Also the tennis this afternnon. I am in no mood for crafting eitherin this weather and have fell behind too so I am off to give myself the big kick up the butt - see if it works, lol
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Suzanne x
Oh how fun! LOVE the use of the fabric and the fun sewing card! Love the button/twine treatment and love the button on the sewing machine and love the gingham sewing machine!!! LOVE everything!
ReplyDeleteI love this card, it is so classy. and the threading of your buttons is fab. hope you feel more mojo orientated soon
ReplyDeletelove teen xx
Wonderful card Kath! Love the small details you added.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE YOUR CARD!!! Thanks for the inspiration :)
ReplyDeleteHi Kath,
ReplyDeletewhat a clever idea withthe fabric love those frayed edges and the funky sewing machine x
beautiful flowers by the way x
hugs
Suzie qx
Love this card Kath. If everyone thinks it looks gorgeous I can tell them it is even more gorgeous in real life lol!
ReplyDeleteWasn't it great how it turned into a beautiful day in spite of how miserable it was to start with?
Lucky you having a visit to Alford. I have been good and got my housework done this morning before work. Then I finished a card for the Penny Black challenge. And I've been good and taken not of what you said at the demo day about inking the edges!!
Kat xx
Wow woman you are truly amazing. I am in ahh of your creativity. Your work is absolutely stunning and so inspiring to me. Thank you for embracing us bloggers with little bits of who you are. From your witty and funny charm to... let's not forget to mention... absolutely fantastic work!!! Sincere thanks-Angela
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