Well I am very lucky girl.. I have a ticket to go and see Heidi Swapp or the day. I am so excited.
It will be a day long workshop beginning at 9am and finishing up about 6pm. A full day of inspiration and fun with the girls.
My husband bought it as a surprise for me and it blew me away!! Thanks to the help of little Miss Lisa Hayes... thumbs up to you xx
It has been 2 yrs since Heidi was last here and I was not that fortunate last time to go so this time I will make the most of it and enjoy new techniques that are always so much fun to learn. Especially from the experts.
So what are you waiting for.... check out her blog right here because registration is now open. There is also a discount of $15 per booking if you book before the 1st April.

If you are looking for some gorgeous handmade embellishments click on here. Jodie is having a fabulous give away. They are simply scrumptious x

Ohhh such eye candy!!

Bo Bunny have just released a new beautiful collection - Mamma Razzi!!
It is so me and love the absolute whole range so go in and check it out!!!

He's here!

Well I thought I would drop a line and a couple of pics. Ted is here now and he has his bed, towel, teddy bear, lead and a plastic bag of treats. Awwww!! He is too cute. We have just taken him for a nice long walk along the water next to where we live. He had a great time. He told me so.... True.. He did.. really.. he went Woof Woof...!
See ya's
Moons x

Heidi Swapp

It’s been just over a year since I had the opportunity to come to Australia and bring “Create 08”! I was hoping that it wouldn’t be long before I’d be back ‘down under’, but I didn’t think it would be this soon!

On May 4-5^th, Aussie Scrap Source is putting on a special event for retailers, and I couldn’t be happier to be invited to attend and teach from my new range of Tattered Angels products!! In speaking with my Tattered Angels friends… we decided to expand our stay and do a little bit of a tour! We are excited to be visiting: Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane…we are trying to squeeze in as much as we possibly can!

Some products need more ‘education’ than others. Usually, those are the products that you can do the most with… they are the most versatile and allow the most creativity! The products and projects that we will be bringing you are in this category… they require a little instruction, and once you get the basics… there is no stopping where you can take it!! of course, I am talking about all the Glimmery mediums from Tattered Angels, as well as the concept of ‘hybrid crafting’ that is our vision at House of 3!

The day long workshop will begin at 9am, and we’ll go until 6pm….. a full day of inspiration and instruction!

i will be posting costs and registration information in the next couple of days.. but i just need to get everyone to SPREAD THE WORD that this is going on ... so you can start making plans! it's going to be awesome --- just had a huge meeting to talk about it and i am SO excited!! & guess what??? i get to go to FIJI on my way to AU to visit my folks... happy, happy dance!!

Just thought I would share a couple of layouts with you. This is TED!! This is my sisters son and we are babysitting him tonight. When she SMS me and asked if Ted could have a sleep over I replied "Of course, just as long as you pack his over night bag and his lunch box." She replied "Ted said "Woof Woof (Thanks Moonie).
He is a dear wee soul. The most placid dog I have ever met. As my sister is a Hair Dresser, Ted the pooch is very spoilt and gets Keune Shampoo and conditioner used on his mane :-) and then when he comes over for dinner with his Mum and Dad, he gets a special squirt of after shave on so he smells devine. (oh my gosh you are all shaking your heads aren't you!!!) haha well it is so cute I thought I should share that !
This is one of my favorite photos of my Corey. My talented daughter took this pic of him and knows that I love her photography. She is only 19 next month and learning photography as she has a real passion for it.
Thanks for stopping in today. I hope the rain is good for you. It is pouring here right now... and for a Saturday I say BRING IT ON!! There is nothing more awesome for me right now than to have this so welcomed rain. I love the feeling that you can actually have a rest without the guilty feelings that come with it.. the temp is devine and its a great way to spend the day with the family all at home just chilling out on the bed together doing our own things.
Hope all is good in your parts of the world.
Love always
Moonie x

Thought this was too cute not to share!!

Quote of the Day

Gotta love this one!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I have just received my first blog award from Vanessa from Scrap With V!! Thanks so much Ness. You are too kind.
The Rules.....

* Put the logo on your blog or within your post

* Pass the award onto 6 bloggers who are followers of your blog

* Link the nominees within your post

* Let the nominees know they have received this award by commenting on their blog\

* Share the love and link to the person from whom you received this award

I am sending this award to these special girls....

Tarrah McLean
Lisa Hayes
Toni Crane
Mel (aussiescrapper)
Sheree
Dawn Gallop

So enjoy the compliment girls... you all deserve it x
Moonie x

Sad day today for us

4 months ago my Corey boy was complaining of a sore hip and leg. For about 2 weeks we thought it was growing pains.... until one morning he could no longer walk!! He was in screaming pain whenever moving... could not even sit himself on the toilet, get into the car to go to the Doctor. After a few days of immediate investigation and the diagnosis being dropped down from acute arthritis, we were told from the Orthopedic Surgeon that he had Irritable hip syndrome AKA toxic Synovitis. We dealt with it over a period of about 6 weeks. He got better in time after spending some short time on crutches. He has been great since then but he woke up this morning yelling out that he could not move. Daddy was out swimming and I went to his aid and he was soo upset. So we had the day off today seeing his Doctor and having the blood tests done. Will wait til Monday for results and if he is still as bad, we will go and have the ultra sound. This will just confirm there is fluid on his hip like last time. Not much they can do except we have to let him take it easy and keep the Neurofen topped up. The sad this is that he has been so excited for the past 4 weeks about going to Under Water World with his class of 24. This is on tomorrow... Thursday... So I will be going with him and I will be picking up a wheel chair for him that the kind Doctor has supplied for us. This is Corey when we got home from the appointments. Poor wee soul... I love this boy to the end of the world and back. Thanks for letting me share this with you all Moons x

Quote of the Day

This is so much me!!

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Gorgeous Bella Blvd PP

I had lots of fun with this layout. I love using fun colourful paper from time to time.. Just seems to be such a breeze and very easy on the brain. It is the new Bella Blvd PP - Super Stud with a bit of Cosmo Cricket and Making Memories thrown in as it all suits!! I have used the lovely Cherry Art Chipboard star - Morocco.
Thanks for stopping in x
Moonie x

MY EXCITING NEWS

Well I am now able to tell you all my excitiing news that I received from an email on Tuesday.
I was welcomed on to the Design Team for MAD ABOUT SCRAPPIN......
Very excited about this. This is my second DT that I am currently on so I will be a busy little bee.
They are a great bunch of girls and I am already getting to know them.

New DT Announced

Well after so many wonderful applications we have finally chosen our new DT Members.

Thank you to everyone who sent their application in. It is always such a hard decision!!!

Staying on is Lisa Kamphuis as Team Leader and In Shop Teacher

Melissa Barnicoat - OTP/Card Designer

Plus joining us for the 1st time are

Lisa Webb

Tarrah McLean

Sarah Buck

Welcome to the Mad About Scrappin Team.

So make sure you pop on over to Mad About Scrappin and keep up to date with what we are up to.
See you soon x
Moonie x

A2Z March Sketch Challenge

Here is my layout for the A2Z March Sketch Challenge. Have you sent yours in yet?? Get cracking and good luck girls x

Ok, I feel guilty for sitting on my behind for so long over these scrapping days and nights so goodbye and thank you very much...... LOL
I'm off for a good 5 km walk...
See you tonight maybe x
Moonie x

Scrap With V 13 Hr Crop Day

Friday night I went to my favorite ever place Daisy Chain Scrapbooks for my all night scrap. Once again I had a fantastic night with the girls there.. they are like family to me and I wouldn't miss it for the world. I climbed into bed at 1am. I was two hours earlier than I normally am but I had my big day out in Brisbane the next day. A good friend of mine and I packed up my DH truck and headed for Brisbane at 7am to get to the Scrap With V all day crop that started at 9am and ended at 10pm. It was a great day all round. I finally got to meet Julie Cotterall who owns A2Z Scraplets. Since being on the Design Team for A2Z Scraplets I have chatted online to a few of the ladies and it is so nice to finally meet who you chat to for hours. Also I got to meet the lovely Vanessa Waller who is the head and brains and creator behind Scrap With V. Vanessa set up this day along with Lindy and did a fantastic job. All the ladies were pretty mellow for a good part of the day... but all of a sudden they come out of their shells and belly laughs and tears of laughter were had by all. Thanks girls for a great day!!!!! Lisa and I had fun. The best thing about spreading your wings and getting out is that you get to meet other awesome scrappers, pick up new technechs, see different products that are out there and basically it's good to mingle with new ladies from time to time. So thank you Vanessa and all the other ladies who were involved in setting up yesterday..... we had a great time!!!!!!!! here are a couple of my layouts I managed to get done.... Thanks for popping in.... you all keep me going x Moonie girl x

Haha thought this was funny when I come across it!!

Hope you all have had a quacker of a day xx

Moonie x

13 Hour Scrap

I'm once again excited about scrapping.. I have been invited down the the Scrap with V all day Crop. I will get to meet a lot of the girls I talk to online and also get to meet lots of other ladies. This will be my first ever out of town crop so it's pretty exciting.
I am taking my friend down with me so it should be a great day.
So if you are close by... book your seat now. Only two days to go.
It is on the north side of Brisbane.

Scrap With V ...

.. is holding a "Crop Day" on the 6th of March, 2010 @ Albany Creek, QLD.

Here's the details ...

I'll be there scrapping away & look forward to meeting you if you can make it!

Quack Quack

I am definately feeling like a duck in this weather with all this beautiful rain around. Everything is certainly drenched, watered and green now. I just can't understand how we can still be on water restrictions when we have Flood warnings. Crazy council!!!! My husband is demanding he become Prime Minister of Australia and change a few things... just a few....? Yep right!! I'm sure he would change a mile.
I am really honestly enjoying all the rain. I actually cannot get enough of it. It makes me feel more relaxed and that I can actually put my feet up and without the guilt. We are all at home together and it is really nice.
Well I am hoping you are all dry out there. I'm sure there are a lot of you out there going Quackas with all the rain but I'm sure it will only be a day or two before it passes.
Quack soon
Thanks for stopping in
Quack Quack :-) x

A2Z March Sketch Challenge

by Sketchy Thursdays.

The Rules:
You need to create a layout based on the sketch above.
Its open to your own interpretation, but it must be recognisable.
One entry per person.
You do not have to use Scraplets on your layout BUT if you have some in your stashes, feel free to put them on your page.
This competition is open to EVERYONE!!
So go for it girls.... and Good Luck x
Click on this link to read more.....

Quote of the Day

Always remember to be happy because you never know who's falling in love with your smile. ~Author Unknown

EXCITING NEWS!

I have some exciting news to share with you....
But maybe by the end of the week....
I will keep you posted

Moons x

SCRAP FOR CHARITY!!!!!!

Daisy Chain Scrapbooks in Nambour are holding a scrap for Charity on Saturday 11 April.
These charity scraps are loads and loads of fun. Basically a shorter version of a retreat @ Daisys.

TIME: 10am - 10pm
PLACE: 7 Daniel St Nambour
COST: $30 which includes Dinner
PHONE: (07) 5441 6797

So pick up the phone and book your spot to scrap the day away with a bunch of girls and have a great day out of the house!!

OUT OF THE HAT MARCH CHALLENGE

Well March is here ... the first day of Autumn ..... and it is time for a fantastic new challenge from Out of The Hat Scrap Challenge.

A little something different this month but I just know that the talented bunch we have here can do anything!

1. Use fabric on your layout - Judith Armstrong

2. 3 different sized flowers - Ann Lavin

3. Chipboard - Christine Rayner

So get cracking girls! sounds like a fun challenge.
Good luck to you all x
Moonie x