Still Here

Well as I always say 'Time Flies'. I've had the longest break from blogging, ever. Life has been full in those three months.
We've had all the usual family gatherings - Birthdays, school sports, new additions (a puppy in this case), school holiday activities and the unusual, in this case I was such a proud Mum of Liam as one of the short films he was involved in was shown at the cinema, the Paradiso Perth.


My creative mojo took a long break and is slowly returning. So I hope to share more real soon.
There's been lots of thinking and soul searching...
You know what I've missed over the last year or so?? - my 'soul food', my Art for Art Sake. I had stopped creating 'just because'. I'm sure a lot of you can relate to this.
The realisation came about July and was well and truly cemented in the last few weeks. I truly believe the universe works in wonderful ways.
I'd been asked to create some kits for a group of beautiful ladies who had a small retreat/camp organised in July. I created the kits and a week prior to the retreat I decided that I needed a break and if there was a spare spot I would join the ladies and teach the class on the Friday night. Well lucky me, Kaye the lady who organises camp welcomed me with open arms and what a weekend. This camp was organised to a T. The company of beautiful like minded ladies was the best thing, everyone was lovely and I got to spend some quality girl time with a bunch of my favourite Busselton girls ;0)
The food was just divine and OMGosh!! we just seemed to eat and eat and eat (not complaining here though LOL)
The moment I drove off the main highway onto the road leading to camp, it was like a weight was lifted. Driving through the hilly green surrounds was instant relaxation, I knew no matter how busy I was and how much work there was waiting at home I'd made the right decision to go.

I joined the girls, unpacked the most important things first, my tote and creative supplies, found our sleeping arrangements and guess what? I got to sleep with my favourite Busselton girls too,,,, well sleep near them. The accommodation was very clean and comfortable and that's all I need, we spent most of the time in a bright roomy hall creating to our hearts content. I loved every minute of it.
I arrived on Friday afternoon and come Sunday afternoon when it was time to go home I wanted to tie myself to the table - I didn't want to leave LOL
Along with creating your own things, there was small classes to participate in if you wished also,,,,I'm a terrible student,,, I'm sure it's the perfectionist in me,,, but I rarely finish class projects. I did get a couple finished. These classes are taught by some of the girls who attend, who actually take the time to create a project at home and then share it at camp, there was a little kit provided for each project and lots of ideas shared, thanks so much girls.

Here's a couple I managed to finish :O)


Kaye's Card


Maxine's Card



Felicity's Card

The surroundings and scenery was perfect, the sunsets sublime. All these re-afirming that I should take a breath and slow down.


For those of you that know me and how I create will know it takes me forever to get the mojo going when I sit to create and another reason why I wanted to tie myself to the table and not leave on Sunday afternoon was I was in the flow. :0)
So this little project is a work in progress, under construction. But here's some sneak peeks,





And some shots of the Art Book the girls created in the class.









Lucky for me I'm returning for the next camp in a couple of weeks and I can't wait.
:O)

I'm looking forward to adding to the project I started last time and you never know, I might surprise myself and finish. I'm so looking forward to catching up with all the girls for a fun filled weekend.
Until next time friends and followers, remember your health is your wealth. Take the time to look after yourself.
Happy Creating

Audrey xx

As time goes by!!

It definitely seems to be the story of my life, time,,,,,,where does it go??
Life in the Underwood house has been full on as usual, well for me LOL. I'm sure the rest of the family is coasting along as usual, not a care in the world, isn't that the way it is for most Mum's???

I've been spending most of my time working on 'Your Creative Wings' new projects and new products, trying to find different little things for the shop. I love it when I find something that isn't so common, like a charm or a lace or braid and even laser cuts, there be lots more new ones of them soon ;o)
Some of the new charms



So most of my creating has been for new Creative Project Kits and here's a peek of some of them.

This is done using the Collections Thrinchie, Twinchie and Inchies
Thrinchie Hinged Frame






Shabby Spool Pincushion






Hopefully time will be my friend for a little while and I'll get back here soon.
Take Care
Happy Creating
Audrey x

MIA

One whole month, OMGoodness!!!! Long time no blog. I've been busy,,, really I have LOL!! So you know what that means,,,,, one looonnnnnggggg post,,sorry :O)you might like to grab a cuppa.
Well SIA has been and gone :O(
I had a great time catching up with the girls I've met through this wonderful craft and even my creative Facebook friends who happened to attend the event. It was a great sucess for Julie from Collections and that was the main reason I was there. The Make'n'Takes went down well once again. We did spools of various sizes and the new mannequin with the new wings, which you could make into a name tag pin if you wished.
The photos I took aren't great,,, I so need a new camera!!! :O) But hey, it's all about the memories.
I didn't get the camera out as much as I would of liked, here some shots.
The Booth


Here's a little video Julie took of the booth and artwork.


The Artwork






The Crop Night
There was a social crop night on the Wednesday night instead of a formal dinner and I enjoyed it thoroughly. Ngarie and I enjoy a beautiful bottle of Red from Kareena *mwah* and everyone got down and actually did some creating. One side of the table did spools while the other did some white vintage creating. Paula, Deb, Ngarie and myself(not that I did much)created spools.


Lorriane, Julie and Julie did White Vintage.


They had challenges on during the evening. I don't know how the people who joined in did it, I have trouble creating in a group let alone a 5 minute challenge to create a card. The girls were up first, I was to busy cheering them on to get a pic and then the boys, yes the boys :O)That was hysterical to watch.


There was lots of WA girls at SIA this year which was great and such a laugh. Miss Gloria had a bit of trouble during her last class and insisted something was crawling on her. But of course nothing could be seen. It wasn't until pack up time Lorriane discovered this little guy on Gloria's chair.

Poor little guy, he looks some what dazed and confused!!!!! :O)

"OMGoodness" Miss Gloria squeals!!!


"I knew it" she says,,, "just look at that".


We spent some lovely down time with some of the girls, dinner at a beautiful Thai restaurant.(Julie M, I need to get some photos from you LOL)sorry didn't do the camera thing opps!
On the last day the two Julies and myself stayed at a hotel in China Town in the city and got to do the touristy thing.

Paddy's Markets



Rows and rows of stalls and goodies.


The girls found the best make-up shop, my goodness they got some bargains.


While they got lost in the piles of make-up I found this little gem.


A gorgeous little fob watch, which I plan to add to, one of these days.



After Paddy's Markets we had to get our bearings and Miss Julie didn't hesitate to ask a local.


We took the Monorail to Darling Harbour.




Off to see the sites


It was the most perfect weather.


Then we realised if we were going to get to one of the places we really wanted to get to that day, we needed to get going, food first of course then Ron Hardys for some goodies.
"Wait for me!!!"


We had a yummy lunch at a little bar, harbour side.
Julie M and I shared a BLT


and Julie V went for a Noodle Salad. Yum!


Then we caught a Taxi to the best Jewellery finding place I've found to spend some mula! I got some goodies for myself, for kits and to sell on Your Creative Wings so they will be up this week some time.

The best part of the whole trip was this -

Collection Elements won Wholesaler of the Year. Congratulations Julie, you deserve it.

Congratulations to the other WA girls for their awards.

Yey WA!!!

I can't go with out sharing some creative goodies.
I'm organising my scrap lace, ribbon and braid etc. I just happen to have some large metal rings which are perfect for holding the new Flat Spools from Collections. I've decorated the spools and added the scraps of trim I like to use often.
I made this one for Julie on Thursday night when we had a little impromptu creative session, but it will give you an idea of how they can look. I used the Cream and Black range from Collections, along with Cuttlebug-ing some and white washing them.






If you like the idea you can find them Here

Here's a peek at a class I'm doing at Made with Memories on the 19th of this month. It's a big class, but well worth it. If you love the Tiles, you will love this one, it's made up of 3", 2" and 1" tiles from Collections. Once put together it's a 12' x 12' piece using lots of new Collections products especially the new Sepia paper range. Or this could be a start to a larger tile project, to be framed or set on a large canvas.


If your interested or want more informations give the girls a call 9591 3188.

Until next time.
Happy Creating
Audrey x

Last peeks

Well girls and boys if there are any that check out my blog now and again. I'm off to Sydney today for SIA. Thought I'd share just one last peek.





I've got to tell you the butterflies are a fluttering in my tummy as I type. I'm so excited about the week to come. One part of me knows it's lots of hard work and the other part can't wait to work, play and catch up with some of my creative friends. Hopefully I have lots of photos to share next week.

I'm leaving the rest of the Underwoods in the house in charge of themselves and the house, God only knows what I'll come back to LOL. I just hope poor old Pip gets enough attention.

Thanks to all of you have been checking out my sneak peeks over the last week or so and leaving your lovely comments, I really appreciate it. *mwah*

Just got to tell you Your Creative Wings will be off line today but back tomorrow, full of surprises, you've got to check out 'Whats New'.
Until next time,
Take Care and I hope you get some time to yourself to do what it is you like to do.

Hugs
Audrey

Black and Creme

look beautiful together, don't you think?








Just a quick peek
Hope your having a great weekend.
Hugs

Audrey x
p.s Julie has a little give away over at her blog
hop over for a chance to win ;O)

Sneaking Around Again

Sorry Teresa,,, it's me again ;O)







Those who know me may be able to tell you I have a little thing for birds, birds nests, bird cages and bird houses,,, so these little guys were so much fun to play with.

Back tomorrow with some more.
Happy Creating
Audrey x