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Snow in MK

Snow landed in MK on Saturday afternoon and had us all in a panic what with baby still not trying to put in an appearance. Luckily she decided not to make plans on Saturday night and here we are Monday morning still (im)patiently waiting.

Well, the snow certainly does make everything look pretty but I wish it was warmer!!!!

WOYWW - Christmas Tags

Only 10 days to go til the big day then!!!! Ahhhhhh

Mel is still HUGE and the baby is now well and truly oven baked and ready. Shame she's decided to stay in there - I dont blame her - apparently there is snow on the way again!

On WOYWW today, I have some tags for the Christmas tag swap on UKS. I decided not to go with the traditional luggage tag look, but create my own little tree tags using my scalloped circle punch, some bling and glitter glue. I have dithered for ages over buying the scalloped circle punch - but what a great investment its been so far - especially for making cards etc!

If you would like to nose around on other people's workdesks for inspiration (and to make yourself feel better cos yours is soooo much tidier/messier) drop by Julia's blog http://stamping-ground.blogspot.com to join in the mayhem!

Karate Kids

My two went for grading again on Sunday - this time it was for their Green belts! They were brilliant and passed with flying colours!





Well done kids - only 4 more til black!

Reflecting

A lovely assignment set on the course - reflecting.
I used a mirror and Christmas baubles (finally unpacked from the loft) and a few tealights that were needed to brighten and soften the shots.

I really struggled not to get the rest of the room reflected in the mirror so I used a macro for close up. I'm very pleased with the results.

2 of my favourite things

The assignment today was to take photos of two objects - one in and one out of focus- I didnt even know my camera (or I) was capable!

The shots aren't brilliant - a bit grainy but I finally got the idea and got some snaps that captured that depth of field. Very proud I was too!

I guess my ISO setting was wrong and I'm not sure I got the right white balance either but, I am quite pleased with the result AND the fact I can actually manage it. Now off for more practice!

Blinded by the Light

My favourite assignment so far - photographing candles!