Sophia's World: July 2010

Friday, July 30, 2010

Kiki Art & My Birthday

It is finally here...MY BIRTHDAY that is!!!

Another day older, but another day wiser for sure...although I only feel 21, can wish sometimes you know...

It was my turn to post on the blog today. It was a very apt post too as I had to make cards. What a better way to celebrate on one's birthday. Nothing better than receiving a beautiful handmade card...made with love ♥

Pop on over here and leave me some love ♥

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Pebbles Inc

DT work is up on their blog, go take a look and leave me some love...

I've been Pubbed

Totally forgot about this...

I have been pubbed in the July 2010 issue of ScrapStreet.

Go here to see.

Thanks Cathy for spotting me...!

Scrabook Nook

AUGUST KIT

Totally loving all the freshness to it, don't you...you can get it here.

Sunday, July 25, 2010

Scrap{a}tale

RAK is up, go here to try out Amanda's sketch challenge, not a bad prize at all!

You have until 31 July midnight to enter, look forward to seeing your entries...

Saturday, July 24, 2010

Blog Candy - RAK

Since my blog has just been through a new REVAMP, I have decided to offer up a RAK.

Here is the drill...

Become a follower of my blog and leave me a comment.

Post about this giveaway on your blog, to earn an extra point.

I will keep this open until my birthday, 30th July midnight.

Good Luck to you all!

Shopping List

These items will definitely be featuring in my shopping basket as soon as they have been released after CHA Summer 2010...

IS this not the cutest distressing tool ever and it's pink!!!

Then there is this super cute Sewing tool and super cute attachments, I think I want them all...

What do you think...?

Save the date

Come party with us over at ScrapAttack Scrapbooking.

We'll be kicking off our birthday month with a fun crop starting 13th August...See you there!

Friday, July 23, 2010

A little sneak

Of my upcoming birthday party...

Thursday, July 22, 2010

Pebbles Inc

Loving the new releases, the colours are so yummy...

I so, need to get me some of those PINK albums...

If you want a chance to win some go here and leave some love.

Kiki Art Sneaks

Here are some sneaks to wet your appetite...

Wonder what they will look like in person, I'm sure pretty good...

On that note, if you are interested Kiki Art have their next DT CALL happening, so if you want to try out here is the details...

The time has finally arrived! We are thrilled to announce the Kiki Art 2010 – 2011 Design Team call for this upcoming winter/spring! We are looking for talented and committed designers who love to create with bright and fun products. To apply, please email your application entitled Kiki Art DT Call to sarah@kiki-art.com with the following information:

1. A little bit about yourself. When did you start scrapbooking? How would you define your style? Are you on any other design teams? Have you been published before? Why would you make a great addition to our team? Please note that previous design team experience is not required. Be sure to include your first and last name, city/state/country, and your email address.

2. A link to your online gallery and/or blog so that we may get a general feel of your work. If you have a scrapbook resume, please feel free to send it in your application.

3. A scan or photograph of three (3) scrapbook layouts, one (1) card, and one (1) other project that displays your style. We would love to see projects that use Kiki Art products, but all applications will be considered.

All applications must be received by August 23rd.

Those invited to join the team will be notified via email, and the new team will be announced on the blog in early September.

New design team members will serve for six (6) months beginning in September 2010. Designers will be required to create a minimum of three (3) projects each month, participate on the design team forum, promote Kiki Art, etc. Designers will receive all products needed to complete their assignments, and compensation of published work will be negotiated.

If you have any questions regarding the DT call, please direct them to Sarah at sarah@kiki-art.com. Good luck to all those that apply, and we look forward to seeing all of your applications!

Monday, July 19, 2010

Kiki Arts Newsletter

Do you want in on the latest and greatest news from Kiki Art?

Do you want inside information from Kiki Art Design Team members and Kiki herself?

Do you want inspirations, projects, and more?

Well, the wait is almost over. Kiki Art is working behind the scenes to bring you a Kiki Art NEWSLETTER!!

We wanted to include Kiki Art fans in this fresh new creation. So, we are letting YOU….the Kiki Art Fans…NAME THE NEWSLETTER! That’s right! We are having a contest.

So leave a comment on this blog posting or our Facebook page with your name idea. Come up with more than one, no problem. We know that sometimes that creative mojo gets to flowing and you just can’t stop it! We will narrow it down..then Kiki and the Design Team will pick the winning name. Spread the word on your blogs, Facebook, and with your friends!! We would love to come up with a name just as creative as Kiki Art is!

The deadline for entering your name idea is July 31, 2010.

Scrabook Nook

Got my first kit (July) of many more to come from Scrapbook Nook, loving it all and you get 2 sheets of each PP paper, how cool is that. It sure helps when you love both sides of the paper...

Cannot wait to play...

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Blog Revamped

Want to give a BIG shout out to Kristine Davidson for revamping by blog with the gorgeous Digi kit from Natali.

I am totally in love with my new look...

So, fresh, clean and crisp...just ready for the joys of Spring that is coming.

So, go on tell me what you think.

Chat soon!

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Family Update - Long Overdue

I guess it is time for some family update here...

With the holidays having been such a long one, due to the World Cup Soccer 2010 and the fact that I had to work. Our girls spent time between the 2 sets of grandparents.

The 1st two weeks they spent it with Murray's folks. I took one week off to spend some time with them and have some fun. Last two weeks with my folks.

In-between all that, Amy had to have 2 of her bottom front teeth removed, so as to allow more space for the permanent teeth that were growing behind those. For obvious reasons she had it done in theatre, as they thought it would have been far to scary for her at that age to have them down in the chair. She was a brave girl, and healed up very nicely after that. Hopefully, it will reduce braces later in life, but perhaps not...

We got to go visit Jacqui in Pietermaritzburg for tea and lunch, it was great catching up with her again, and the girls loved playing with her 2 sweet girls. Chloe, decided the piano was her fav thing there, could not get her off it...maybe, just maybe we might have a pianonist in the family.

Murray and I got to have a nice evening out with some good friends and we decided to be adventurous and headed out to a new Nightclub called Sasha's...it was good to get on that dance floor and dance the night away, have not done that in ages...

I finally got to taste my very 1st STARBUCKS coffee with Murray and I can say, it did not disappoint...

Then to wrap the last day of the 2010 World Cup Soccer, Felicity and I headed down to the beach front with the girls for a fun day spent amongst crowds and fans...the vibe down there was electrifying to say the least. Sad to think it is now all over...

Kids went back to school today, so it was quiet welcoming to get back to a normal routine...

Had my weekly weigh in today and lost another 1kg, now only 2.4 away from reaching my goal weight, super pleased with myself...hard work will come when I need to maintain, oh well, that will be for another day!