On Tuesday night it was the event of events for Miss 8, presentation night. It was a long night for little ones but she was buzzing with excitement, when we got home though she was asleep with very little fuss, exhausted I suspect. She had so much fun being up on stage, smiling away and doing the odd little wave to us in the audience. I could see all the time and effort that went into putting on the evening, everything went smoothly and it seemed as though everyone had a nice night, I know Miss 8 did especially having finger food to finish off her night.
Miss 8 has received many Christmas cards over the last week and rather than buying her cards to give out I made some simple cards for her instead. She did want bought cards but I find it so hard spending money on cards when I have all the supplies here to make them so I did make them but it wasn't easy convincing her.
There's just a couple of days left to go and there is just one more present to make, another crochet puffer I might even make a necklace too depending on time or maybe instead of the crochet puffer. I'm hoping I have enough time to do the crochet we'll see. There's food for the break up party to make, these tricky chocolate truffles and a visit to the uniform shop.
How had your week been going? Are you starting to feel Christmas creeping up a little too quickly?
I hope your Thursday is a terrific one♥
I especially like the middle card - a stamp I presume, with sparkles. Children have different ideas about what they like - all your cards are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteStunning smile!!!
ReplyDeleteshe looks so happy and it's good to see. i love your button wreath card. i think the kids would enjoy making this one. enjoy your day catherine. xo
ReplyDeleteI like the fact that your stamped gift tag matches your lovely embroidered ornamaent. Lovely cards too!
ReplyDeleteMiss 8 looks SO happy there!
ReplyDeleteI have to say, I love your cards! The one with the buttons is just so cute. Can you make mine for me too? :)
Ronnie xo
End of year performances are always a huge hit.
ReplyDeleteReally love the idea of handmade xmas cards Catherine, might get our children to do the same.
Enjoy the rest of your week.
x
Is there an online shop that you buy your stamp pads at? The only ones around here sell very watery inked pads which don't stamp evenly. I love your cards, they are always so elegant and tasteful. You have inspired me today! Your little green skirts worked out beautifully too.
ReplyDeleteYour girl is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteaw how sweet! and loving the cards.
ReplyDeleteellie at mirrorofmyworld.blogspot.co.uk xx
Oh she's gorgeous!! And those skirts look very Christmassy indeed. Your cards are lovely too. I've been busy here tonight finishing off my Advent Calendar for my girls... Christmas is definitely creeping up quickly!! x
ReplyDeleteWow your guys finish early for the year....your Miss looks gorgeous in her costume with a huge smile....we are doing the proud parent thing at the dance concert tomorrow night. A solo..eeek I don't know who is more nervous. .
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely end of the week.xxx
What a gorgeous smile! I so love your cards and I laughed at her not wanting home made ones. As a tween/teen I can remember hating all my homemade clothes and jumpers. My Grandma made me the most stunning outfits, she made wedding dresses for a living but all I wanted was a trip to Sportsgirl! I can't believe it now!!! xx
ReplyDeletehiya, what a lovely daughter you have and so proud of her, your home made cards are lovely, I.m sure she will apreciate all the work that has gone into making them
ReplyDeleteSuch a great shot of her on stage.....in her element :) Christmas sneaks up every year, but you certainly sound under control :)
ReplyDeleteYour little girl is so gorgeous! Your homemade cards look really good too.
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I love your cards! Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful. I got all excited about Christmas about a week ago and then it all just fell apart. I've been sick lately and I've no energy or will to do anything right now. I'm just waiting for the excitement to return (and I'm sure the kids will knock it into me!) so I can get some baking done - gingerbread men, shortbread and some white Christmas slice maybe. Pressie this year will not be handmade by me unfortunately but handmade by others and thoughtful (I hope!).
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