Happy Wednesday, all! Today finds me working on a set of cards a friend asked me to make for her.
I tell ya, I don’t know what I’d do if I couldn’t immerse myself into something creative. It’s so therapeutic during rough times. I’m very thankful for the opportunity to make crafty stuff!
So, without further ado, here is today’s desk.
(Click on the photo for a larger version. The little square with an arrow will make it go even bigger.)
Lots of inky happiness, a few gems, some bits of ribbon. The usual suspects.
Oh, but speaking of ribbon, I won one of the runner up prizes for the May Arts ribbon Vintage Valentine challenge! 🙂 Many thanks to those who voted for my project.
This is what I made. (You can go here to find my tutorial on how to make your own.)
I’m really happy with my little pillow, and I know I’m going to get a lot of use out of the spool of ribbon they’re sending as a prize. (I choose 1.25″ wide white silk ribbon, as I can color it to go with any project.)
You can go here to see all the winners, or here to see all the entries.
If you have a few minutes to spare, you can go here to check out the workdesks of other creative people from all over. Why do we do this? Cuz Julia says, and it’s What’s on Your Workdesk Wednesday!
Have a Happy Wednesday, all!
P.S. Some of you were wanting to see the final results of the purple coat makeover.
Lovely, lovely pillow. I’m off to check out the tutorial. Happy WOYWW from # 3.
Not sure my comment took. If not, I said I like that pillow and am headed to see your tutorial now.
Hope you enjoy it! Thanks for stopping by.
ohoo quick! Your comment box was jumping everywhere I had to chase it!! I was ready about your coat, clever you, I wish I could sew!! Crafty space look tidy and productive! Have a crafty Week HaPpY WoYwW!!
((Lyn))
Oh no, sorry about that, Lyn. Thanks for stopping by and persevering with the comment!
Is this happening to everyone else? Let me know folks, and I’ll see what I can do about it.
I have tried to leave two other messages and I can’t tell if they took or not. I have now read your pillow tutorial as I mentioned earlier. Happy WOYWW from # 3.
Yup, all three comments came through. I just had to approve the first one and now you’re all set.
Hope you liked the tutorial. And I hope you send me pics if you decided to make a pillow of your own!
yes, I agree that crafting is theraputic!! And the purple coat makeover is AWESOME!!! Lovely job on that, I am impressed! Ya’ll are getting a jumpstart on me for WOYWW but mine will be up tomorrow! waving hi from the hills of North Carolina 🙂
Got side-tracked with the post below but came back to this one. Lovely pillow you made – need to follow the link.
Great desk – sure looks busy.
Don’t forget to call in and check our my blog candy – it closes late tonight and I should be drawing tomorrow. Thanks for sharing. Hugs, Neet 29
Oh, that pillow is just beautiful. It looks like it has SO many details. Love it!!
love your storage for your distress inks, any ideas for mine? love your work in progress. great workspace, Happy WOYWW 141, thank you for sharing with us, #52
Hi Sarpreet, This ink storage case is one of Tim’s older ones and is no longer available. Occasionally I see them on clearance, you might try eBay or Etsy. Tim has a new line of storage cases out which look way cool. you might check those out, too.
Good morning; just having a quick pop my head round the door moment, before I have to get on with all my chores! Lovely to see what you are up to this week.
Neil #49 or thereabouts!
great looking desk and I love the pic of your coat and your pillow! Awesome work! Hope you have a great week and thanks for sharing. Don’t forget my blog candy is still up for grabs so drop by and leave a comment and make sure you are a follower. Vickie #64
First i have to say, your purple coat makeover is fantastic – it looks a million dollars. Hope you enjoy wearing it for years to come.
Great desk too, very creative.
Happy WOYWW Helen 17
That pillow is lovely. and your desk looks very creative. I agree with everyone who said the coat looks A-MAY-ZING. well done with your “make do and mend” efforts. Fab
Mary Anne
Great desk and lovely and busy, I know what you mean if i could not escape and get messy i would go mad!
Thanks for sharing
Have a good week
Kerry 30
Oh wow that little pillow is beautiful. Your desk is looking super creative. Take care, thanks for sharing & enjoy this week’s WOYWW. Zo xx 88
A lovely inky desk it is! I love the wee stamp blocks you’ve used for the ink applicator thingies.
Great job with the coat too – I really would like to get into sewing so as I could do things like that. Some day I’ll make a start at it.
Thanks for stopping by my blog!
Sheena
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Hi Sheena, I had my husband make the stamp block things for me instead of using ink applicators with handles. I loved storing them on a spinner, but just don’t the desk space to have one for every color. This way they all fit in one small tray.
Squee! I can’t wait to see the cards! And congrats on your pillow win!
Thank you and soon, very soon. Like probably today. 🙂
Great looking desk and lovely make! Thanks for the share. Kim
Yup I agree, craftiness saves the soul, and perhaps the odd marriage too!! I need an hour of quiet time when I get in from work. Lovely pillow and a busy desk, the purple coat is amazing too. Wish I could sew!
Hugs
Brenda 6
I love your pillow, no wonder you won! so glad to see your coat finished, that is amazing! you are so clever!
Happy WOYWW! Debxx#9
Congrats on your win – well deserved with that gorgeous pillow. Your desk looks interesting and ready for lots of inky creativity (Hazel, WOYW #138) x
I’m loving all of the inks on your desk! And your purple coat looks fabulous!
Thank you for your lovely comment. There are actually oreos inside those brownies, and underneath the oreos is a layer of chocolate chip cookie dough! I’ll have a post tomorrow with the recipe 🙂
Happy WOYWW! Katie #12
Oops! I’m #21, I guess I messed that up!
Love your TH ink pad storage …lots going on there on your desk. You cushion is beautiful.
Had to smile over your comment re 100 off but actually only 50 …I’d be so pleased with 50. I know that 1-2 lbs a week means it will stay off longer but it seems so much work for so little reward.
Your pillow is gorgeous…no wonder you won:)
What a sweet pillow! Lots of fun bits on your desk. Have fun creating!
Beautiful little pillow and your purple coat makeover is fab. I remember re-cutting a camel coat and making a mini skirt – it was very trendy at the time (must be about 45 years ago!
Just love your little pillow, you can be proud, it’s wonderful!
Great crafty space today! Love seeing all of the ink sponges in the back. Dani28
Lovely creative crafty desk, and adore that gorgeous pillow Hope you have a great weekend Lou @#89
Sorry you needed the theraputic time but glad you got it that looks like one fun inky desk and congrats on the runner up prize!! Happy woyww #54!
Hi there Sandy do love your work – great job! TFS and happy WOYWW! Shaz in oz.x thanks for popping over too.
Hi, I’m running late for WOYWW but enjoyed reading your post this week. Congratulations on your win … love your pillow, it’s gorgeous. Hope you are having a lovely weekend. Elizabeth x #114