Just Like Martha

Norwegian Fete

As I mentioned in an earlier post I helped a friend at a local fete, it was held by the SJOMANNSKIRKEN - the Norwegian Church Abroad which just happens to be quite local....the organisation was established to "secure the moral and religious education of Scandanavian Seafarers..." today it represents a "resource centre" for all Norwegians travelling internationally....it really was a lovely way to spend a Saturday (even if I was one of the only that spoke English LOL!)

Here are a few pics taken earlier in the day with the wonderful Norwegian 'local' produce on offer...

 
I couldn't resist some of these wonderful cookies cutters, they were sold in sets of three for only $7 - bargain...I have NEVER seen a cookie this size before, might be nice to trial at my Christmas Market?? 

And finally what fete would be complete without a home-baked stall...and Norwegian yummies at that....

 
Yes, a lovely day was had by all xx

Shadow Shot Sunday

Its been a huge weekend so far, yesterday I helped out a friend all day at the Norwegian Church Abroad fete (come back tomorrow I'll post some pics) it was lots of fun but I tell you I slept well last night!

Today is Sunday so that must mean time for another Shadow Shot..don't forget to see what the other shooters are up to over at www.heyharriet.blogspot.com my shadow today is taken on our new back deck...a nice place to relax and unwind with a cuppa and the Sunday paper....ahh hope I get some time today....????

 
Happy Sunday... enjoy xx

A sneek peek....

Well I have been very busy crafting for my CHRISTMAS MARKET day..here is a sneek peek at what I have been creating 'behind the scenes'...

Almost time to start my baking...hmmm lets see...lots of Christmas treats to be made and packaged in time for my CHRSITMAS MARKET...keep checking back to see what I am up to.

Christmas cards.....

Well I am well and truly surronded by all things Christmas as I gear up for my annual CHRISTMAS MARKET DAY at home (stay tuned more later but if you live in Sydney keep Thursday 10 December free...) I will give you a sneek peek in a day or so at what I have been preparing...

But first some more Christmas cards for me to send...I like to have most of my Chrissy shopping and all of my cards written and posted by the beginning of December so I can concentrate on my MARKET DAY and 'silly season' festivities. The 'production line' method works well for me and I em enjoying some more 'non-traditional' colours and papers...I am loving these papers from the Basic Grey collection, and of course my favourite tiny stickers from Carolee Creations..

I have been creating these cute 'card packs' to sell at my CHRISTMAS MARKET DAY as well as a few 'non-Christmas' ones for gifts, each pack containes 4 cards and 2 tags...what do you think?????

And another using more 'traditional' Christmas colours...

 

 
And finally a Christmas present for a friend.....

   Are you still with me, sorry I got carried away with 'show and tell'...time for a cuppa before I get stuck into more crafting, don't forget to come back and visit again soon xxx

Shadow Shot Sunday

Yep, that time of the week again where we join Tracy over at www.heyharriet.blogspot.com to check out all those 'shadow shooters'.....I've dragged one out of the archives this week (sorry with dance rehearsals and concerts as well as choir rehearsals for Lilly and yearly exams study for Taylor its been a hectic week!)...

This shot was taken on our 'country sojourn' at the Wellington Caves, the inside of the Cathedral Cave had some amazing shadows.

Happy SSS everyone...I'm off to Lilly's choir rehearsal!! (again) xx

Shadow Shot Sunday

Yep, that time of the week again where we join Tracy over at www.heyharriet.blogspot.com to check out all those 'shadow shooters'.....I've dragged one out of the archives this week (sorry with dance rehearsals and concerts as well as choir rehearsals for Lilly and yearly exams study for Taylor its been a hectic week!)...

This shot was taken on our 'country sojourn' at the Wellington Caves, the inside of the Cathedral Cave had some amazing shadows.

Happy SSS everyone...I'm off to Lilly's choir rehearsal!! (again) xx

Thankyou cards and a few more...

Its been another busy week...AND another week closer to Chrissy (eek) had better start "making my list and checking it twice" I think!!

I made these Thank you cards for my friends that spoilt me last week.....

And a few more quick card creations....first a cute card for a Baby Shower..

...and whilst on a roll some Birthday cards...

That's all from me for today...be back in a few days with some sneek peaks of my CHRISTMAS SHOP being held early December in my home...keep checking back!

Shadow Shot Sunday

Sunday has come around again and time for another Shadow Shot.....another one from our recent trip to Dubbo Zoo...this time it was the featherd variety that helped me out with a shadow...

Tracy has been hard at work as usual so pop over to www.heyharriet.blogspot.com to check out all the other people that play along...

Happy Sunday to one and all xxx

I am such a lucky Girl.....

...to have such wonderful friends and family xx

Yes, I'll admit it, it was my Birthday yesterday...hard to keep a secret with www.janecurtis.typepad.com and www.frayedattheedge.typepad.co.uk both posting special Birthday messages on their blogs LOL...I don't mind I had the most wonderful day and was spoilt rotten...

Started the day with a long walk and yummy breakfast in Manly with my good friend Jean....Jane arranged a special girly lunch with all my good buds which was a lovely surprise...then out to dinner with close family friends..the celebrations continue today with a morning tea with my mum and dad and dinner out with hubby (just the two of us - perfect!) then another breakky harbourside with good friends in the morning and an afternoon session at the movies with a buddy....told you I was LUCKY!

Look at this beautiful card my good buddy Jane made me...very special..

And this one blew me away...a lovely lady that works with John...I make all the Birthday cakes for him to take into the office...they all call me "Martha"..she has gone to so much trouble - I Love it!

Enjoy the rest of your Saturday...oh and HAPPY HALLOWEEN XXX

Halloween is almost here...

Only a few more sleeps to Halloween..the time of year you either love or hate...love it as its kinda cute to get the kids dressed up and walk door to door asking for lollies (our street usually organises themselves and if you WANT to participate you hang a baloon on your letterbox - perfect)...and hate it as if you are not planning on participating the constant bashing at your front door long after its kids bedtime is very tiresome....

But I have to say love it or hate it, its becoming more and more popular in Australia..the shops are all decked out with all sorts of amazing creepy stuff to buy and decorate....perhaps we just need to 'go with the flow'....

A few of our friends 'get into the swing' so I have purchased some ghastly treats and decorated a cello bag....what do you think???

I am really pleased with the way they turned out!!