Swindon Scrapaholix May chat

[AlliR]

Welcome to May everyone! Here are our details for this month:

Club dates are:

Saturday 10th May, 9.30am - 1pm
Monday 19th May, 7.00pm - 9.40pm

Everyone is welcome, you can find more information about our club here (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/boards/showthread.php?t=118320) if you haven't been to one of our sessions yet.

Crop on the 10th
We didn't get the chance to use the shrink plastic last month as we had a mini book frenzie instead! So we will definitely be having a go at using shrink plastic in the beginners corner. ScrapaJack can't make it this month as it is their retreat weekend, but we thought we would have a stash swap shop type event instead. If you have been spring cleaning your stash and want to bring along any unwanted items, we can all help ourselves and if anything is left perhaps donate it to a school or toddler group.

Class on the 19th
This month's kit includes 2 Basic Grey papers, 4 sheets of cardstock (2 black, 1 pale green, 1 dark green), a piece of swirl patterned grungeboard (flexible chipboard!) and an olive green inkpad. I've attached the layouts I have done so far, I still have enough left for another one so watch this space!

I have to order the kits on 8th May as Sarah is going on holiday so please let me know if you want one before then - thanks.

Scrapaholic CJ
The CJs are almost finished..... handovers will be at both May sessions. If you can't make a session, please ensure you arrange to pass your CJ onto the next person so there are no hold ups.

If you have any questions please let me know. Looking forward to seeing you soon!

Alli

[AlliR]

Morning everyone!! Sun is shining but for how long??? :unsure:

[scarymary555]

Morning peeps.....

Not long Alli...........think it's disappearing already!

Love your LO's for May and I've been dying to use this 'Grungeboard' thing.

[Mary Buttons]

Hi Folks yes I am looking forward to using the grunge board.

[Mary Buttons]

I have just completed a DLO that has taken forever to print the photos out for. but I am quite pleased with this one. April Showers (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=161929&nocache=1)

[Sandie V]

Hello everyone, sorry for my absence :wacko:

Mum has been staying for the past week, and we were at the retreat at the weekend, which was fabulous!!!! Lots of pics on my blog ;)

[peachey-kins]

alli the stash swap is a great idea. ive just had a clear out though!!

[Mary Buttons]

Super Sandie have left you a comment.

[scarymary555]

Hi Sandie.....must go over and read all about your retreat! It's Scrapajack's next Thursday!!

[AlliR]

Looks like you had a great time Sandie, and I am sure you will this weekend too Mary.

Mary B - great LO, brilliant way to use lots of photos. Will need to remember that one.

Steph - I'm sure we can do another stash swap towards the end of the year in time for all our lovely Christmas presents (no harm in sowing the seeds early!).

ggggrrrrrrrr, Joe is up again and I am trying to ignore him. No nap tomorrow, he just seems to be taking ages to get to sleep the last couple of nights. off to put him back to bed :rolleyes:

[Mary Buttons]

Little horror but with the most angelic face :lol:

Here is my latest LO of Daniel, can't wait now to see him and DD & DSIL too seems so long ago and miss them so much still on my way next Thursday. Alli I will get the CJ done and get it up to you if that is OK

right here tis My First Car (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=161966&cat=2)

[AlliR]

He is still awake!!! I've even tried holding the handle so he can't open the door.

Yes of course it is fine to drop the CJ off Mary. And love your LO of Daniel.

[Mary Buttons]

Afternoon Everyone
Here is my LO for this week's challenge Among the Leaves so Green O (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=162026&cat=503)

[peachey-kins]

hello ladies!! if anyone is after another challenge, have a look at this blog, say it in scrap (http://sayitinscrap.blogspot.com/)

[Mary Buttons]

Not for me Steph the first thing I saw as the F word and that is not on as far as I am concerned very unnecessary especially in an LO.

[peachey-kins]

i agree with that mary..no need for swearing in general

[AlliR]

Sorry been AWOL, spent most of yesterday at Coate Water - was really nice, took the boys and their bikes and had a picnic and a play at the park. If the wind had dropped it would have ben like the height of summer!

Been out to Dobbies today and managed to get some nice frames for some photos we had done of the boys. Just waiting the the polyfilla to dry from the shelf holes we have taken down and then we can get them put on the wall.

Hoping for a BBQ this afternoon as we promised Liam we could have one this weekend :wacko: but I see it is raining again!! Thinking of doing the scarecrow trail in Wanborough tomorrow if it is dry - Trudy got Liam a form - there are loads of scarecrows arounf the villages that look like TV characters.... should be good fun.

Hope you are all having a good long weekend whatever you are up to.

[AlliR]

Oh and Jan sent me an email to say she will be coming on Saturday and her DH is dropping her off so we can all see the babies (who are doing great btw). :wub:

[scrappy_rak]

Hello ladies :D

Just droppin' in to see how everyone is doing. It's been AGES since I caught up with you girls!! Not much has happened.. I went to the Scrapping Angels Retreat and saw Sandie :D The treat was FAB FAB FAB and I've just managed to finish of my LOs and projects from the retreat! Very pleased :D

We're moving to Naples, Italy in October. I'm really looking forward to it! We plan to drive down to Italy, so I've been very busy planning the trip. There are soooo many things I want to see on the way!! We plan to spend 5 whole days driving down there.. so we'll see how much I can fit in! And as we've been leaving soon, I've decided to make a mini album of our village, our house and our every day life here in England... I bought the Elsie Love ''Home'' papers for album :lol: :lol: And Elsie Love ''Toby'' papers for the trip..!! Can't go wrong with those fancy papers! :P

Well, I hope everyone is doing great and I will make sure to log onto the thread more often!!

xxx

[Mary Buttons]

Hi Rakel good to hear from you

I have just finished the weekly challenge here tis (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=162259&cat=503)

[peachey-kins]

wow rakel thats exciting!!

[AlliR]

Hi Rakel *waves* what a great opportunity you have been given to go to Italy - fantastic! I'm sure you will plan a fab drive down there.

Love your LO Mary, and thanks a lot for the loan of the card reader - just what I needed and I've managed to get all the photos off now. Pre-school will be pleased tomorrow :)

[Mary Buttons]

Glad to have been of service I only discovered I had it in my Laptop case yesterday so that was why I was shown where it was.
I have done another LO of Daniel (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=162297&nocache=1) here if you want to see

[scrappy_rak]

Love the LO Mary! Daniel is beautiful! :wub:

[Mary Buttons]

I have found a treasure trove of Daniel photos on my laptop that I didn't have on my main computer so have been busy putting them onto it and have started doing some LOs digi for quickness here is the first one 'Rug' Angel (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=162343&cat=2)

[AlliR]

wow look at his blue eyes! Lovely LO Mary, guess you are trying to get all these done before getting your next batch of photos :)

[Mary Buttons]

Yes I am Alli, also trying to get my Laptop up to scratch with everything that is on my main computer, talk about leaving everything to the last minute :lol:

[AlliR]

I'm not saying a word :lol: :lol:

[Mary Buttons]

Another Digi LO of Daniel (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=162466&cat=500&ppuser=11077) this one I want to print off to take up with me so that next time they see Andy's mum they can give it to her

[scarymary555]

Evening peeps.....

Just saying bye and hope you don't miss me too much on Saturday! :P Have a great crop and I'll tell you all about the retreat when I get back.

[Mary Buttons]

Have a great time Mary btw like your little meercat cute how they have done this.
I won't be there on Saturday either as I will be in Skipton Yeeeeeees

[AlliR]

Don't think I need to tell either of you Marys to have good times - I know you both will!!

[Louieedwards]

Hi all

Just wondering where in Swindon this crop is? I'd love to go to a crop but I live in Park South and don't drive so I can't take any stash with me!!

Hannah

[AlliR]

Hi Hannah,

We meet at the church in Abbey Meads - so probably a bit of a trek for you which is a shame :( But you are more than welcome to come along anytime, just let me know if you want to book a place. You can find out all about us here on UKS (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/boards/showthread.php?t=118320) or here on the Scrapaholix website (http://www.scrapaholics.co.uk/main.php?page=Club-Swindon).

[Louieedwards]

Thats cool I'll have a look but it'll probably be a bit of a way for me to travel unfortunately :(

[peachey-kins]

wow what another glorious day. i hope everyone is enjoying it. i have a couple of cjs to do but i cant bring myself to be locked away when its so nice!

[AlliR]

Yep, it has been lovely hasn't it?? Seriously thought about working outside this afternoon but to be honest it was too hot!

[scrappy_rak]

Beautiful weather!! Can't believe it! We went for a walk yesterday and sat and ate our dinner at the pub, that sits on the River Thames.. it was beautiful! Must do that more often!

Well, I'm off to do a CJ entry! Hope everyone is busy enjoying this lovely weather!

[AlliR]

Great to see everyone this morning - you were all very productive! And lovely to see Jan back too.

[Sandie V]

Hi everyone, isn't it just GORGEOUS!!!!

[AlliR]

Yep, it's fantastic!

[Mary Buttons]

Hi Alli just got back from a lovely walk along the canal into the woods, had lunch out and really enjoyed it all.

[scarymary555]

Hello Peeps.....

What a glorious day.....really love this weather! Had a fab time at the ScrapaJack retreat and will tell you all about it when I see you next.

[AlliR]

Look forward to hearing about it Mary!

[Mary Buttons]

Hi All just thought I would come in here as I have a few moments we took Daniel swimming today great fun as he loves water.

[scarymary555]

Glad you're having a good time Mary. Hope the weather is good with you!

[Mary Buttons]

It's been brilliant weather really think I chose the right week.
I am going on the next Scrapajack retreat book in this morning.

[AlliR]

Hi Mary, loved your 365 journal for today - Daniel certainly looked like he was enjoying himself. When are you back?

[AlliR]

I've got the June kit - and I think it is lovely!! Hope to have my LOs done by Monday. Looking forward to seeing everyone..... Trudy is on holiday (again! :P), so you've just got me!

[Sandie V]

Have you got me down for Monday Alli?

[AlliR]

Certainly have Sandie, looking forward to seeing you again!

[Sandie V]

Fab, thanks Alli. Looking forward to it ;)

[Mary Buttons]

Hi Alli I will be one CJ entry behind if you can let me know what it is I may be able to do it before hand. Ta
I take it I am booked in for Monday feel pretty certain I did sign to come

[Mary Buttons]

Have you seen this (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/boards/showpost.php?p=4993063&postcount=1) UKS is to close on Monday 9.00 till 2.00 for culling and upgrading

[AlliR]

Hi Alli I will be one CJ entry behind if you can let me know what it is I may be able to do it before hand. Ta
I take it I am booked in for Monday feel pretty certain I did sign to come

Mary we are finished the CJs, just waiting for Steph's to catch up as it was stuck at Jan's while she was in hospital. Mary E and Karen have one more to do as they couldn't make it on Saturday. So I will get Steph's one from Janet on Monday, do it ASAP and pass to you so you can do it as well by 7th June. I don't know what people have done in Steph's already so want to wait to see it before doing mine.

And yes, you are booked for Monday.
And I spoke to the church and we shouldn't have any further double booking problems!
And the 13th September is OK and booked as our all day birthday crop :)

[Mary Buttons]

brilliant about the 13th Sept and about double bookings
I wouldn't clash with anyone on Steph's cos my hero was alway my dad so will do a dlo about him. I don't go in for any other kind of hero at all so that's the best I can do.

[AlliR]

Well bear in mind if you are doing it up front that hers isn't 6x6 - I'm not sure what size it is, perhaps 7x5??

[peachey-kins]

i think it was 7x5...half envelope size....

well im going to florida on wednesday! yay me!! and my layout won a prize on 'say it in scrap' (http://sayitinscrap.blogspot.com/)

[Emu]

I have finally got a picture!:)

[Emu]

How do I get my picture from my profile to my reply?

[AlliR]

Hi Emma, you need to also link to it as your avatar.... you'll see the link 2 down from the Edit Profile one in the settings bit.

[AlliR]

i think it was 7x5...half envelope size....

well im going to florida on wednesday! yay me!! and my layout won a prize on 'say it in scrap' (http://sayitinscrap.blogspot.com/)

Wish I was off to Florida, I love it there! And well done on your win!

[scarymary555]

Congrats on your win Stef.....been having a look at your blog. You're a really good blogger unlike me who struggles to find anything to put in mine!

Wish I was going to Florida on Wednesday.....you lucky thing!

[Mary Buttons]

Wonderful win Steph well done.

OK I won't try to do Steph's CJ early then

[peachey-kins]

i still havent done the sketch one.....

[scrappy_rak]

Congrats Steph! And you lucky girl to be going to Florida! Do you plan to stock up on stash? Not sure if they've got Hobby Lobby in Florida, but it's a FAB craft store that has everything! Kind of like Hobbycraft.. but much bigger!! You should check it out, if you plan to stock up on some stash!! Have fun!! xxx

[peachey-kins]

no i dont think florida has a Hobby Lobby which is a shame, i like some of their exclusive love, elsie lines.
got a couple of early bday pressies today..some pink paislee stamps (the set withthe cupcake), a gingerbread man charm from Links of London, some dollars, an underwater disposable camera (will use on water rides!) and a framed print from marcus of the wicked queen in snow white, to match the one of Maleficint (sleeping beauty) i already have

[Mary Buttons]

That camera sounds a brilliant idea Steph.

here is my LO that I have done today (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=163596&cat=500&ppuser=11077)

[AlliR]

Well I've done my LOs using the June kit today, will bring along tomorrow. Not sure if this thread will be affected by the cull/improvements tomorrow - will need to wait and see!

If I lose you all, see you tomorrow night! :D

[Mary Buttons]

Alli have you make a note of every ones username so you can pm us when we reopen because I am pretty certain from what I can gather that everything will be changed

[AlliR]

Yes I have all the UKS names..... fingers crossed for tomorrow. I am be lost in cyberspace forever! Hope I can find the 365 thread as well.

[Mary Buttons]

We may well be staying as we are I think it is only the team threads that will eventually disappear. Though there is no reason as far as I can see why you can't create a group I have done so for the Golden Girls and Crazy Chatterboxes.

[AlliR]

I've not had chance to look round UKS, but just wanted to say that it was great to see you all last night, and thanks for helping to pack up. really appreciate it :wub: Hope my tea and coffees weren't too bad :P

[Mary Buttons]

Teas and coffees were fine Alli and we had a great time too finished off my LO will upload it shortly
I have been fiddling around the site now have a snazzy Profile page quite please with it too

[Mary Buttons]

Here is my LO from last night No time like the Pleasant (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=163791&cat=6447)

[grandkidsX4]

Hello! My name is Melody and this is my first chat. I am waiting the 30 days to be able to join a circle journal.

[Mary Buttons]

Hi Melody
Where do you live is it in Swindon? If so we would love to see you at one of our crops get in touch with AlliR (she is our leader) to find out more details

[AlliR]

Welcome Melody :)

[grandkidsX4]

I actually live in Fairford. A friend recommended this group to me. I have not scrapped in a while so I need something to get me started. I am 48 years old with 4 grankids in the States. I am an American who loves the UK.

[AlliR]

We'd be more than happy to see you at one of our crops Melody. Our June dates are Saturday 7th (9.30am - 1pm) and Monday 23rd (7pm - 9.40pm). The Monday night has a kit you can buy if you would like to. I'll be sending the next club update over the weekend and it will have all the details so I will forward you a copy.

We're a friendly group although most of our members aren't active on UKS but there are a few of us that are so please feel feel to chat along with us.

Where abouts in the US are you from?

[grandkidsX4]

I am from Arkansas but have lived all over the states. This is my first time living in another country.

[Mary Buttons]

Hi Melody, that is such a lovely name btw, if you want to chat you can always pop into my profile and chat with me there.
I am 67 and a grandmother to one little lad of nearly 1 year a bit different from your situation
I love scrapping and being on here.

[Mary Buttons]

I have done another LO for the 365 challenge Daisy Daisy (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/boards/picture.php?albumid=132&pictureid=1415)

[AlliR]

uummm, that link is for something else Mary, but found your LO in your gallery and left a comment - looks great!

You'll have to excuse me, I'm not into all this visitor message/profile stuff yet :blink:

[AlliR]

So what do you find you like the best about the UK then Melody? How long have you been at Fairford? questions, questions.... ;)

[Mary Buttons]

:wacko: oops here is the right link (I hope) Daisy Daisy (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=164047&ppuser=11077)

[AlliR]

yep, that works :)

[scarymary555]

Evening peeps....

And welcome Melody, we'd love to see you at our crops and hope you can come to the next one.

Four Grandchildren already?!?!? Makes me feel really slow! :lol: ....I'm 52 with no Grandkids on the horizon yet (as far as I know anyway!)

How are you finding life in the UK then (ooops Alli has already asked that one!).

[Sandie V]

I actually live in Fairford. A friend recommended this group to me. I have not scrapped in a while so I need something to get me started. I am 48 years old with 4 grankids in the States. I am an American who loves the UK.



Hi Melody welcome to our little group of scrappers :)

[AlliR]

Hi everyone. Hope you all have a nice long weekend :)

[Corinna]

We are off narrowboating, so hopefully should be a good week. Only problem is I have just looked at the 5 day weather forecast! Nightmare scenario - pouring rain and 6 people cooped up on a small boat - plus Ben has lost his waterproof coat (we think at school although we have looked everywhere) so it couldnt be worse!! Aaarrrggghhh!! :lol:

[scarymary555]

Have fun narrowboating Corinna........hope the weather's not too bad.

[Sandie V]

Have a great time Corinna, I'll keep my fingers crossed the weather stays nice!

[trudy8]

Hi everybody It sounds as though you managed without me on Monday and that you all enjoyed your self:)

I have been to Devon for a few days, it was very nice. Got caught in the Exeter bomb scare on Thur, that was fun had to stay in the bus station for a couple of hours.

Welcome Melody hope you can join us at some time.

[scarymary555]

Oh no Trudy.....that was bad luck getting caught up in that performance wasn't it?

[trudy8]

it was Mary, we decided to use the bus pass to go to Exeter for the day to give DH a rest from driving but didnt really see a lot but had to wait for a bus to get back to Beer where we were staying.

[Mary Buttons]

Good Morning Folks
Not nice out there today, hope Corinna is OK on the boat. That was a bit scary Trudy

[Sandie V]

Mornng :) What a miserable day!!!

Trudy that must have been awful, glad you're okay though.

[AlliR]

Morning all - what a wet day so far..... Dave is watching a DVD with the boys so I'm going to do Steph's CJ :)

[scarymary555]

Morning peeps.....

Guess what???



IT'S RAINING AGAIN!! :angry: :stop: :(

Have a good day anyway..........I shall be scrappin'

By the way, when are the June dates please.....I didn't write them down! :rolleyes:

[Mary Buttons]

Morning Mary June dates 7th and 23rd

[scarymary555]

Morning Mary June dates 7th and 23rd


Thanks Mary! Just finished this (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=164349&cat=503).....what do you think?

[Mary Buttons]

I think it is great Mary I have left you a comment and here is mine Peace (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=164356&ppuser=11077)

[AlliR]

Evening everyone..... what a day! Thanks for passing on the June dates Mary, will send the club update tonight so you know what's what.

Great LOs both Mary's.

[scarymary555]

Thanks Alli...............got your PM OK and looking forward to our next meeting.

[AlliR]

Morning everyone - nice weather again!!! Need to find something to occupy the boys - they are currently Bob the Builder'ing Joe's bedroom.... it's a bit noisy! :wacko: :lol:

[scarymary555]

Morning everyone - nice weather again!!! Need to find something to occupy the boys - they are currently Bob the Builder'ing Joe's bedroom.... it's a bit noisy! :wacko: :lol: I bet bet it is Alli :P Then they'll get bored and heaven help you! Isn't this weather just toooo miserable!?

[Mary Buttons]

Hi Yep weather is miserable but I am braving it to go into town hopefully meet up with my son and get some fresh air and exercise rather than sitting her at the computer all day long :lol:

[grandkidsX4]

Hello everyone. I am the newbie. Thank you all for welcoming me. Just wanted to say hello. Looking forward to nicer weather...

[Mary Buttons]

Your welcome Melody, would be nice if you could get to one of our crops and we could meet you for real.

[scarymary555]

Hi again Melanie {waves} ~ lilke Mary says, hope we can meet you in real life soon. ;)

[AlliR]

Hi Melody - yes I think we are all looking forward to nicer weather!! Don't you love the English summer... I expect we will all be moaning it is too hot when the weather finally catches up with the season :rolleyes:

[AlliR]

Yipppeee, it's dry (at the moment!!)

[grandkidsX4]

Speaking of weather...I will be flying to Mongomery, Alabama in June to visit my grandkids. Now that is some hot weather. I would love to come to a crop but I have not driven in Swindon yet. It is still kind of scary for me. Hope everyone has a great day.

[scarymary555]

Speaking of weather...I will be flying to Mongomery, Alabama in June to visit my grandkids. Now that is some hot weather. I would love to come to a crop but I have not driven in Swindon yet. It is still kind of scary for me. Hope everyone has a great day.

Could you bring back some for us then Melody?? :lol:

[AlliR]

We are really easy to get to from Fairford Melody, just straight down the A419 towards the M4 and there is only 2 roundabouts to negotiate. If/when you feel ready to give it a go just shout and we will direct you.

How long are you visiting your grandchildren for?

[grandkidsX4]

I will be there for two weeks. When I return in July I may try to drive to a crop.

[grandkidsX4]

You would probably not want the heat from Alabama maybe just some of the sunshine.

[AlliR]

No I can imagine it is the other extreme....

[Mary Buttons]

good morning folks the sun has got his hat on and has come out to play
the birds are singing sweetly so a good start to the day
hope this is going to be the start of a lovely weekend

[grandkidsX4]

It is a beautiful day in Fairford. Hope everyone is outside and not on your computer.:lol: Cheers

[Mary Buttons]

Sorry Melody I am on my computer here is what I have produce Bathing Belles (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/photopost/showphoto.php?photo=164897&ppuser=11077)

[AlliR]

Love your Dad's cozzie Mary :)

Been out all day, it was lovely but a bit muggy now isn't it?! Fingers crossed it is dry again tomorrow.

[Mary Buttons]

Yes I had to laugh when I saw this

[AlliR]

My boys will probably laugh when they look back at photos of my sister and I in ra-ra skirts. We thought we were the bees kness :lol:

[Mary Buttons]

Oh Ra-ra skirts I never had one of those but I did have a very mini mini not sure if I have any photos of that though

[AlliR]

Here is our June thread (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/boards/showthread.php?t=225519)!