Technical Difficulties Can Bring New Ideas!

"Words"

Journal Cover

Hello Friends!  Seems like forever since my last post!  I have experienced the so called, "blue screen of death" (as described by a techno geek friend) on my computer!  I thought it might have been an easy fix with the installation of a new hard drive, but oh no, nothing can be simple.  Long story short:  I won't be back on track until next week...when a recovery disc arrives from HP....I hope!  So, please be patient... I have limited access to a computer.  I've truly been having blogger withdrawl! 

During my blogosphere absence, however, I have been working on a few sewing projects, including this notebook cover pictured above.  I used canvas and home decorator fabrics and trims, buttons, fabric pens, a googly eye, and of course a little bling for the crown.  I'm actually making several of these book covers.  I hope you like it!

Today I received January's Blissful ATC from my swap partner, Michele.  The theme this month was snow/white.  Michele did an awesome job.  She used a two part glittering process and super sticky tape.  I wish you could see the card in person.  The shade of blue is gorgeous.

Michele doesn't have a blog, but you can check out more January cards HERE by the other swappers.  Here is the card I sent to Michele:

"Snow White"
Sew Loquacious
Blissfull ATC Swap
January 2011

NOTE:  I need to add, "take better pictures" to my "Try Harder To" list. 

    

 Next month's swap theme is "Love."  How appropriate for February!  The Dress Up 2011 theme for February is Gustav Klimt!  I've had such  positive feedback for selecting Klimt.  I'm super excited about seeing all the dresses that are created!  I'm also excited about making my first altered bag for Anna's Artful Bag Challenge!

It appears I have a lot to keep me busy while I am away from the computer! 

Toodles!

Angela