just a lil' card goodness.

it's no secret that I love handmade greeting cards. Especially when I make them just because. There's nothing more fun that spending a few moments whipping up an original! And let's face it friends, all the cards we make are:-)

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supplies: chipboard turtle; Sassafras, alphas; Making Memories, embossed scrap paper + Vintage music paper.

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would love to see what papergoodness you've been up too!

The latest b u z z.....

...randomkitsandpieces' very first guest designer! Lara Moss! Woot, so exciting! She did such a wondrous job...check out all her papergoodness below and here!

We sent her some Vintage Index Cards as well as a kit!

check out these lil' beauties! So cute + creative! Who wouldn't love one of these?

Name: Lara Moss

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How long have you been scrapping? 6 years.

Do you have a favourite colour? Why? Green, it's the colour of life & growth.

Soooo, what are your fave products? October Afternoon and Cosmo Cricket.

How long does it take you to whip out a layout? Average probably about 45 minutes.

What are your fave things to scrap? little moments, fun stuff and silly things that happen in the everyday.

Funniest moment you've scrapbooked/recorded... probably my daughters habit of having a finger up her nose!

Who or what are your biggest influences in the way you scrapbook or create things? the photos, the papers and how I feel at the time.

A few things you most always use on your pages.... photos, patterned paper and some kind of alpha.

Thanks Lara! You are an inspiration.

Annnnd don't forget to check out the rest of her delish projects on the randomkitsandpieces blog!

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Soooo, to celebrate RK&P and having GDs, why not a giveaway! A $20 voucher for you to spend at rk&p! Yes siree, leave a comment with the question AND YOUR answer to any one of the questions we asked Lara and I'll draw out a winner at the end of the month! WOot! wOoT!

hi!

as my darlin' sis pointed out, there are tumbleweeds breezing through this blog...LOL!!! I have been supa busy doing other things and well, I have neglected this much loved multi-media journal:) Sooo, here I am!

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I did how ever get time for my creative team The Creative Type and this time around the challenge is simple + fun..ain't it always:) It's called ALTERED ALPHAS! Check it out.

As you see, I just did something uber simple! I just stamped a script stamp over plain chipboard alphas..and you can too! it helps jazz up plain-ness anytime. See more examples from my girls here and link up your projects for a wicked prize:)

Ooooh, and yippee! Bee is giving away some fun-ness on her darlin' bloggie! Oh papergoodness me!

I will be back this week, I promise. If not, I'll eat my hat. Ok, I don't own one...but you get my jest. Lol.

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lots of little R A N D O M bits

I threw together some projects using the latest RK&P kit: the big RANDOM kit which features this fun graph patterned paper and feathers! Actually, everything you see on this page is from the kit...so you could easily make several pages AND cards too!

whipping the paper

that's right whip up those cards! Mother's day is the perfect incentive:-)

and whilst you're at it, make some "plain" ones too! Who says they need to have a word or saying on the front? Not me.

supplies: american crafts everything here! except crepe paper, handmade flower accent and birdie stickers (top).

Random Kits and Pieces

I'm feeling a bit behind on the creative side of things! Apart from throwing together a quick layout, I long for a sit at my desk and to have time to look through my scrap stash. Do you ever feel that way? That you miss looking at your stash of things? I certainly do! And a play around of this and that.

Anyways, RK&P has been keeping me busy and also my course, domestic bliss and our children! I long for the weekends:-) I always did, but with everything full time I R E A L L Y long for the weekend...are you feelin' me?! But, I wouldn't want it any other way. I am so happy + contented, life is good.

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New prompt up on Monday (US time) on the creative type and its a fun one..hey, they all are! Its about handwriting analysis' and what our handwriting "says" about us. Oh, and did you have a great (inter)NSD? I did. Had heaps of fun.

i did what most scrappers do....

...and did some much needed scrapbooking late last night when I couldn't sleep! I suppose I had brain overload from school and couldn't let my studies go, so my brain was still on overdrive! So I did some creating. Aaaaah, nothing like sorting through papers + embellishments and rummaging through the stash of goodness! I love it...heehee, don't we all!

Loving me some sassafras!

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and this one for my DS' scrapbook...a photo from last year! Birthday photos are so precious to scrap aren't they, and boy have I got a ton to catch up on! Lol, I suppose I'm not the only one!! And with our eldest daughter turning the big 13 tomorrow, I'll have a ton more!

would love to see what you've be

would love to see what you've been up too!

a lil' sweet discovery

One of Jorjy's mini books I made for her a while ago! It was in one of my old cropping bags! Dang...I seriously thought I'd lost it. It was so nice to go through it and talk to her about it again. This time being w/ her being a bit older (and me too LOL) she understood better all the lil' details I wrote in it. She has since slipped it into her backpack to show her nana tomorrow! Sweetie. But I did photograph some of the pages for you to see:-) This book is so bulky, the pages are chipboard...choc full of embellies. Isn't that just the way though. Giggle.

painted some chipboard thickers and added a handmade birdie tag to the front cover....

...Elsie c/board buttons + pp, polka fabric, MM trim + alpha and MM frame....

...handcut felt edge, Elsie alphas + c/board buttons, BG pp, white signo pen....

....Elsie pp, handmade felt flower, MM c/board alphas + frame, owlie button.

tfl:-)

P.S Something n e w instore today! Woot!

nice to G R E E T you!

here are three of the seven I've made for a lil' (but sweet) swap I'm having:-) Woot. I have to swap two each but I got so happy making cards (my first love) that I made seven! So, it could be these ones or one of the others! giggles...can never have enough handmade cards in case I'm thinkin'.

"Enjoy"....materials: AC cardstock, Pink Paislee alphas, old book paper, vintage button, ink, embroidery floss + cardboard. Love the cloud paper background too. From American Crafts of course:-)

"just because"...materials: AC patterned paper, AC rub-ons, Sassafras chipboard sticker, Kaisercraft pearls, scraps + clear button w/ bookpaper backing. Handmade manila folder envie. I love making my own envelopes! Its so fun:-)

"you are a star, forever shining"....materials: AC cardstock, felt star, emb. floss, Hero Arts basic lowercase stamps, AC rub-on phrase, Kawaii papers (from RK+P) and ink. Annnd of course a lil' kraft envie!

Hope these inspire ya!

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thanks for visiting sweet friends:-)

making things is always....

so much fun when you get time! This weekend I am going to make some more things, but here's what I finished off today...just relaxin' and listening to some tunes!

A lil canvas! this is only like 4"x6"...so its the size of a photograph! I used my spesh technique of stringing buttons and securing the buttons down! I love this idea:-) Also so C O O L on cards and the like!

{materials: canvas, teal paint, buttons, love Elsie ribbon, HG heart pin, Doodlebug rub-ons, puff paint, felt + some index prints}.

Annnnd this card-turned-art print/hanging! I began making it as part of this card swap that I'm in, and it began to look all wrong to me the more I kept adding on to it! Have you ever had one of those times when this happens? Surely, I'm not the only one LOL!! Anyways, I think it turned out okay...I really do love this paper range from American Crafts...actually I love everything AC..and their cardstock range! Y

The colours are delish and bright. A nice change.

{materials: American Craft accent thickers, alpha thickers, cardstock, patterned paper. Also, used embroidery floss + old book page}.

Yes, I love the distressed look...still!

happy weekend. Make some thing.

happy E A S T E R!

Its been ever so nice having a blog break! I have been around though, in the cyberworld checkin' out all your wonderful bloggy happiness!

ooI've been also busy b/c I've gone back to school! That's right, I've decided to upgrade my brain power and skills and do a course! I love it soooo much...I have the coolest peers in my class..and I'm so happy that I'm NOT the oldest, which I thought I might be (LOL)! Really, even though it is full time..it seems to go so fast! Yes, I really do enjoy it so.

99Anyhoo, hope you're all having/have had a relaxing Easter holiday too! And recovering from all that chocolate I know you've eaten:) Mmmmm, who's is this creme egg sitting here?

Oh, and here's a sneak from the shop! Paperie Kawaii is kit number nineteen! Love Kawaii stationery, so c u t e!!

ooooh, and stay tuned to The Creative Type! We'll be announcing a winner soon for prompt #14: using the @ symbol! And another fantastic prompt coming up too!! Yes, it is so fun being apart of a Creative Team.

the brighter the day...

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........the more you should be inspired by Amelie & scrapbook!

one little word...

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...the challenge blog that is! I have had this wonderful challenge site on my blog list for a g e s now, and thought it about time I do a layout!

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The word is R E A L...and you can check it out down the right side of my blog.

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My layout is basically about Jorja and how R E A L she is; everyday. Yes, sometimes it feels like she is a dream and we often ask ourselves in jest if she really is real...she's just so mega funny, creative and honest!! LOL...love that.

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There is time for you to join in too! What are ya waiting for? Be real. Scrapbook it.

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tfv + tfl:)

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What has everyone been watching on tele lately? I'm really digging American Idol (whats with the judges picking that chick back for a wild card! haha!) annnnd Brothers and Sisters. Its my fave, bubble bubble!

here comes the backlog...

....the backlog of layouts that is! Have had time to do lots...both for forum challenges, prompts annnd personal layouts!

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Seriously, I've learnt something.

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If I find myself to busy to do any scrapping I'm gonna stop and re-evaluate my day. Granted, most days are just to hectic to do a page, but I'm gonna make it a mission this year (yep, a whole year) to do more pages and tackle more photos in these here boxes...I don't need much inspo just time....although nothing inspires me more than to surf and see. There are sooo so many talented scrappers + artists out there. And whether we live in South Africa, US, Europe, or NZ we all share one philosophy...we love photographs and paper, and the chance to preserve our stories. Our thoughts, visions and beliefs.

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Now, I just have to keep reminding myself this! Haaaaha.

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Happy days my friends.

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Annnnd, if you are in for a challenge visit me and my creative team friends here!

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A pair of fatty feet

Found this fun shot from Jorja on our camera! LOL...she took the camera out whilst we were at the local pools. Don't cha just love when your kids use the cam. Seriously, you can now get two year olds that know how to use digital cameras. Last week, Jorja was showing her Nana all her shots. Review, back, click, show and tell, slide show! How's a Nana to keep up!?

Am missing the sunshine now...its been so windy all day...at least it isn't raining for more than a few minutes, as the wind just blows those dark clouds away.

Has anyone seen Slumdog Millionaire? We loved it!! It was actually really good and full of laughs and cries and happiness. Freida Pinto is such a beauty, and the kids are so adorably cute..especially the star! If you've seen it, you'll know who I mean. He is just such a lil' cutie pie!

Yes, seriously.

I know I need to scrapbook some new + improved photos of moi.....Eeek, I only have photo's with my hair up! I have a whole sequence of these photos which were taken last winter! HELLO! Hence the scarf! Hard to believe in this weather that there is such a thing as Winter!! Only now in the evening has it started to cool down...aaaah feel that breeze drifting in! Bliss :)

Happy Days my friends:):)

tfv.

Annnnd thanks for the comments on the pegs. Go, go polka go.

Polka Do or Dot?

I {heart} POLKA DOTS!

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Using some old style wooden pegs I wrapped a strip (16") of cotton PD fabric around it and tied it secure with packaging string and added a vintage flower stem to it. The embroidery floss on the top adds to the charm.

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So S W E E T!

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Do ya think they would look cute in the shop? I kinda like 'em just sitting on my desk (;

Sunday Monday Fundays

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Yesterday was a great day! Kraftbomb and hanging w/ my sissy is just an awesome mix! It was so nice to meet so many new artists and stalls. I have even more faves now:) And I love looking at all the ideas and tidbits for sale. Creative people are indeed the cleverest people in the world! Gigs.

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So, I felt inspired to whip up a page. Lil' miss 3 has no problems with me showing her pages...as for Master 7 and Miss soon-to-be 13...well, it just ain't cool no more mum! Hmmm, may have to do some sneaky ones...although they DO yes! Do read my blog. So, does that mean I'm somewhat cool?

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Kids are the funniest people in the world aren't they?! In everyday language they tell the truth, they tell ya how it is and when you look hurt they add: but you are cute! So, I have a fat butt BUT I look cute? Well, that's OK then!! LOL:):)

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Happy day!

Cuteness, Repurpose + a Giveaway

Eek! Quadruple eek for not blogging in over a week!! That is a record...not a good thing. Thank you to my friend who emailed me to hurry up! LOL, girl! You are supa funny:):)

Ok, so for a cuteness (read: need it) pic! This Japanese Kawaii fabric! Isn't it A. Dor. Able! I think it is the sweetest fabric I've seen in ages, and believe me, I've seen (and hoard) alot of fabric! Heehee....the sweet lil' dear is just too...well, dear! And my fave colour teal is featured too.

And a lil' repurposed greeting card! I wish I had time to throw several more together!

Kraftbomb tomorrow, so me and Bee will be there with bells on! Can't wait, I love my lil' sissy:):)

Also, I had posted a poll to the right side of the blog, asking about your fave dessert! ...but it didn't work! Sorry if you tried to vote, and thanks Jean for telling me:) So embarrassing!

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I have a giveaway! Yes, the first one for the year! I have some goodies to give away! All you have to do is nominate a friend that you know deserves a lil' Happy Mail! You + your friend will then both get HM!! I will post it to the winner to hand over:):) Wahoo.

Don't forget to mention their name and yours and I will randomly draw a pair of names next Sunday!

Happppy weekend my friends. I nominate you.

A lil' bit of happiness...

to brighten the day. Sweet lil' bowls of colourful beads.

On a very sad note though, the fires in Victoria in Australia are just devastating. I am joining in with my friends by making cards that are to be sent over to victims and families affected. It's not much, but it is something to try and bring a smile to some. Please feel free to join in too if you are able.

Butttons + Thread

I made up a new technique today...ok, maybe not made up as in "its never ever been done before", but! I haven't seen it out there before so I thought I would do a show + share:):)

Instead of sewing your buttons to the card, page, project etc etc...I glued them with the thread still attached! Ain't it fun lookin'. Gigs. Sooooo, I hearby declare that Y O U must now try it!! And if you do leave a link!

Finally....

...randomkitsandpieces will be open again:) How exciting! Lots of new fabrics & kits and real treasures! Whoo hoo. Soooo, stop on by, and have a looksie. The Jars of Goodness have been restocked, also I sourced some delicious fabrics from Fun to Kawaii cuteness! Also, tons of Vintage laces, pretty trims and ...well, you'll see.

Fat Quarters tied w/ vintage lace + geisha tag

Everything packaged for maximum cuteness!

(e.g: paperbag, cellophane or tissue paper tied with a tag! sssh, its a surprise)

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On another note! Who is excited about school starting! This is our eldest daughter's final year at primary school (year 8) before she heads of to high school next year! Wow, I fondly remember my first day at high school..hahahaha. I'll save you the drama. Our kids are sooo excited about their stationery packs. I adore new stationery!! I want a new math book..and felts! And nothing beats a brand new backpack and lunchwear! Oh, to be a school kid again..ok, maybe not! LOL:):) Hey, what was your fave thing about your first day at school for the year?

Perfect day for

.....scrapbooking! How I've missed it. I keep thinking about how our children will love them even more so when they have their own families and future generations. How special that it is that I took the time to make pages with love + details. How special they will be when they have their own albums to hand on. That's what so great about this hobby. Totally made with love.

I adore Jorjy's facials in this shot (taken two weeks after Christmas)....gigs, she just so cute + cheeky!

Soooo, I had to scrapbook it asap:):) Lil' Miss Whizzo. She's made her own Powerpoint presentations with her logo's and drawings. She's 3 going on 30 I tell ya.

Oh and aren't these cute badges? She got them from her lil friend (from pre-school) for Christmas. Soooo sweet huh! Adore the squirrels:)

Annnnnd, some sneak peaks are up in the store! Wahoo.

tfv always:):)

xN.

Why! Helllllo there sunshine!

Hi-i-i-i-i-i-i-i-i!!!

Thought it about time to get back into a routine! Heehee. Crazy? Yes. Fun? Definately.

I trust you all had a fabulous + beautiful Christmas/New Years! It so fun having holidays, and the family being together and just being relaxed and free!

I have big plans this year. I can't wait. No time like the present...I will let you know as I go along. Twiddle dwiddle dee. Humming along. With my umbrella for the rain and my shades for the sun. Heehee.

Starting in Feb, RK+P will be opening up again, and we plan on having lots of fun stuff happening there. Not just a lil' store, but an ideas station as well. Things that have been made with the materials and kits. And maybe some Guest Designers too. We'd love everyone to jump in and create with our kits. New fabrics, new stuff + vintage finds. Randomgoodness.

Its so good to be getting back into blogging. I've missed it. Well, a lil' bit anyway. Gigs.

Annnnnd, some pics. I would love this book! It looks adorable. Handmade hellos. Oh, swoon!

Aren't these retro cool! Popcorn paperbags:):) Totally sweet-i-e!

Annnd, this gorgeous pic I spotted online. I can't remember where from...but its fab.

xx's.

Zzzzzzz.

Still asleep! LOL.

So,

this is a very short post! Sorry, so not paper related! (Apart from the book LOL). I'm enjoying the hols. You too huh? Well deserved! I'll get back to normal blogging (is there such a thing? LOL) later. But.....

Have you seen it? Its taken over the Entertainment world! A friend called it Twitlight. I couldn't help but laugh. Actually though, I liked it. Alot. But, it was at times funny! I laughed during some scenes...I can see why they are replacing the director for the sequel; New Moon. The way she directed the movie, it came out a tiny bit like a comedy! But the story line is good. And Edward Cullen (Robert Pattinson) is just so dam cute in the flick. Can see why teenage girls everywhere are going ga-ga! And I can't wait to bite (pun fun here!) into the book/s! Glad I have seen the flick first though. And, hello is it just me! But did you know that Ella (Kristen Stewart) is the lil' girl that played Jodie Foster's daughter in Panic Room! My, she's grown!

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Hope you are enjoying the holidays! We certainly are...no bedtimes, no stress about waking up! Doing whatever, whenever! Aaaaah. Holidays:):)