wednesday . . .

1.06.2011

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. . . even though I am tired & weary from carrying this little one & trying to entertain my 4 year old at the same time . . . even though my feet are swollen and the only shoes I can currently squeeze into are flip-flops & crocs . . . even though I am down to 1 pair of pants that I can get into (oh & they are yoga pants so going out anywhere where I actually have to wear an outfit is not happening) . . . even though my belly is so large (seriously) that I have become one of those pregnant women whose belly actually hangs out below their shirts (and I bought long ones people) . . . I will be grateful.

On Wednesday morning, January 12th, at 5:30 (unless he decides sooner) I will be headed into our local hospital to be induced & bring this "big" little man into this world. This time next week, I will most likely (unless I have a crazy long labor - please no) be holding a baby - my baby - for the first day of his life . . . what a journey this has been . . .I can't wait to meet him :)

Instead of nesting, I have been doing 2 things . . . becoming obsessed with Pinterest . . . seriously check it out . . . it is addictive . . . HERE is my board :)

and . . .I have been playing in my scraproom - creating just a bit & organizing - it is still a bit of a mess - too many supplies for the space (I am a scrapbook supply hoarder for sure). Hoping to add some upper cabinets and/or shelves soon. I had the fabulous opportunity to play with some of the new Echo Park Wintertime papers - Pam's January Creative kit over at My Creative Scrapbook was full of them, as well as TONS of other coordinating goodies!!! Check out this gorgeous kit . . .

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Here's the the January sketch for MCS . . .

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And here's what I came up with using the kit . . .

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A quick close-up of the layering of all the fun stickers, chipboard, journaling cards, and papers in the kit!!!

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And one more close-up of the journaling . . .

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LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the bright, cheery colors of this collection!!!!

As you know, I am a DT member for SEI & they are coming out with 6 NEW collections for Winter CHA - check them out:


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I believe some of these goodies are on the way to me right now - can't wait to play :) In the meantime, I have done some creating with the
SEI Kris Kringle line to showcase some fun winter pics I have. Love the versatility of these holiday papers :)

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Check out these fabulous SEI die-cuts with a hint of added bling & that little bird - don't you just love him :)

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another close-up showcasing these fab die-cuts and some quick journaling :)

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I also created a sketch to go along with this one :) On the SEI blog we are challenging you to use this sketch and some SEI products to get creating yourself!!! Feel free to link this up to the blog link party at the end of the month :)

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Interested in another sketch??? I created this one for a special challenge over at Let's Scrap this month . . .

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Interested in playing along???? Sign up at Let's Scrap & find out all the details HERE!!! Oh & the prize????? Shyloh from A Page 4 All Seasons has generously donated 2 page kits for one lucky winner . . . check them out . . .

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Be back soon with an October Afternoon creation & a giveaway!!!! FUN, FUN, FUN!!!

ttyl - julie :)

10 comments:

  1. Hang in there, girl. You almost did it! I am so thinking of you.
    You are one lucky girl to work with the sei collection. As usual, your work is stunning!!!

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  2. I wish you all the best on the big day, and a quick and wonderful delivery. You should be proud of your "big belly" as it "houses" the best thing in life, a little miracle. I can't wait to see the little guy with his aborable big brother when you feel up to sharing more of you inspirational work. Lots of love from a very snowy Norway.

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  3. Oh Julie, less than a week. I am just overflowing with happiness for you. A long wait to be sure but worth it, so worth it. Inducing my second was so easy and peaceful, totally different from that first guy!!!

    As far as your scrappy work...ummmm, HOW do you do it!?!?! Everything is always PERFECT! You are truly talented, I appreciate all that you share~

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  4. You must be exhausted! You will be so happy when your little one is in your arms, though! Your work is fantastic! It all looks so good!

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  5. Oh, those last days of pregnancy....be happy, at 62, you will not remember a thing about them!!! LOL!
    Just think of what you will have in your lives in a few days! Whoo hoo.
    Great sketches. I just finished your sketch over at Let's Scrap, and I'm going to do the MCS one, too. I might try the SEI one, too. Can't wait to see the OA creation!

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  6. You always do such gorgeous work, Julie, and I am amazed that you are still accomplishing so much while waiting for this little boy to come. I hope labor goes quickly and sweetly for you- I know it's been quite a wait already.

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  7. Best Wishes Julie! Love the 2 bottom layouts (the white and the red polka dot) and of course the winter layouts. Your little boy loves it! I always like your journaling strips.

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  8. So so excited for you!!! Wishing you a speedy delivery!! I hope he decides to come on his own!!! Your pages are GORGEOUS!!!! I thoroughly enjoy your sketches!! Thank you so much for sharing. And you know how much I love all of your LO's!! Every single one is always just perfect!!! Enjoy your last few days as a family of 3!! hugs!

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  9. Beautiful, beautiful work. Love the Echo Park page! And I hope you are doing well on your last few days...hugs!

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  10. Good luck today Julie, praying your "big" little man makes a safe entrance and mom and family are all well.

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