IF. Climbing

In just over a fortnight Linsey takes off on her trip to Canada!

She is very excited and just a little nervous (I’m just jealous). It’s no secret, she‘s not the best flyer so a trip across the Atlantic without my hand to hold/crush is a real test. The hardest part will be climbing on the big bird and waiting to get in the air but after a couple of glasses of something red I’m sure she’ll be fine. So if anybody in Montreal spots a group of chilly looking teachers from England out and about from the 14th of Feb say Hello.

IF. Pale

…imitation!

Contained

After two days of trying to get my Internet connection back up and running (including over two hours on hold!!).....BARELY!!!!!



Had a very relaxed Christmas and new year and finally dragged myself away from the fire, TV and sofa but not quite in time to get this finished for last week so here’s my Resolve offering as well.



Hope everyone had a good break and all the very best for 2009.

IF. Similar

Last week we had our first taste of winter (albeit only lasted a day!). Seeing those first falling flakes never fails to excite me,
I LOVE SNOW.
That was my inspiration as no two snowflakes are the same (difficult to prove?) and yet a covering of snow make everything look similar.

My flake shapes are based on the amazing photographs of Kenneth Libbrecht found in The Little Book Of Snowflakes or on his web site www.snowcrystals.com, if you have a minute they’re well worth a look.

IF. Balloon

December’s here, Christmas and all it brings is just around the corner!

For someone with a mouth full of sweet teeth there’s so much to look forward to, mince pies, chocolates, biscuits, mince pies, Christmas cake, trifle, mince pies, Christmas pudding, mince pies, stollen and not forgetting mince pies (my favourites).
The problem…blowing up like a balloon!
So it’s everything in moderation, watch what I eat, don’t over do it or I could hit a gym in Jan?

Errm…pass me a pie!

IF. Opinon

Everybody has one and you should never be afraid to express it…sometimes though, it’s best all around if you keep them to yourself!

IF. Pretend

Christmas is coming and parents are getting worried.
What to buy?, where can I get one?, what can I afford?

The radio is running a campaign called “Don’t cancel Christmas” giving tips and ideas on how to have a happy one in the economic downturn. Lots of people worried that they can’t afford to buy their children exactly what they want and how to break the news to them. Having watched my niece at Christmas and Birthdays past it brought to mind the old idea that it’s the simple things that bring lasting pleasure. As much fun is had pretending to be in a kitchen/cafe/castle as playing with expensive bought versions. Paper, pencils, felt tip pens, paints, glitter and glue plus the magical time together are the biggest winners. A developed and nurtured imagination is the gift that keeps on giving! Oh the thrill of a big cardboard box!

IF. Wise

Autumn, my favourite time of the year!
Short, gray, chilly days.
Long, black, cold nights.
Staying in and cosying up.
Venturing out for supplies when you really have to.
I take my cue from the hibernating animals.
Very wise indeed.


This was my first attempt with scraperboard and I found I really enjoyed it. (Scanned and coloured up roughly in Photoshop).

IF. Late

VERY!!

I Knocked this out this morning, its a bit rough but time was of the essence.
The white rabbit (One of many I’m sure) was the idea that stuck in my head, don’t know why, I’m not a fan of Alice and her chums. Maybe it’s because I am a terrible time keeper, was this me in a previous life?

IF. Strings

This brought to mind an ad for a stock photography company that appeared in the design mags we used to get at work.
When ever you opened one there it was…in your face! Once seen never forgotten! I hasten to add this is NOT my preferred choice of swim wear, I wouldn’t have the cheek(s)!

IF. Sugary

Sugar and spice and all things nice…?
Beware the evils of too much sugar! Traumatising childhood trips to the dentist are a bitter childhood memory.
Sweet dreams all!