I went to a class today with Marie from The Purple magnolia for a mixed media class and had such fun. We used all sorts of metal findings, some embossing powder, and some deliciously coloured waxes. I am in love with the new waxes <3. After a layer of gesso, we laid all the textured … [Read more…]
I have had a beautiful mixed media journal for a few years now, but have been too chicken to use it in case I “ruin” it. Well, last night Colin encouraged me to start using it both as a way to collect and keep my projects in one place, but to journal thoughts and project … [Read more…]
I spent the day in my craft room working away at some more cards for the second course I need to submit for my education certification attempt. 🙂 For this second course (All About Layering 2) I chose to use my magnificent Build-a-Flower Hyacinth stamp set from Altenew as it looks as good as the … [Read more…]
As I sit here tonight I can bearly sit still on my chair. This is my very first formal attempt at the Layering 1 class for feedback and progress in the AECP. It has taken me a few months to get started, but here I go. The layering courses show both how to layer the … [Read more…]
Starting the year as I mean to finish it – I have been crafting up a storm. Another free, and un-missable course from Altenew (go here to find the free All About Layering 4 class, and go here to catch up on the bundle of the previous three – also free). The course focuses on … [Read more…]
We started with a new OT (occupational therapist) who specialises in hands only, about a month and a half ago. She is wonderful and has given Colin new exercises, and a new splint to see if we can improve his right hand. First of all, she measured his range very precisely using a device that … [Read more…]
this is only the third time we have had a swim with Colin, but this time we put weights on his feet to sort of help him stay upright. You can see in the deep end how he is able to be upright because his feet are not floating up and tipping him. It was … [Read more…]
Sorry I have not posted for a while – it has been a very busy time with all sorts of personal and family issues. But all is well, and we are back to normal now. Colin loves to swim, as you know, and he was really wanting to swim lately. It has been very hot … [Read more…]
The dreaded AD (autonomic dysreflexia) visited Colin last weekend. The first time he had it he ended up in the ICU with orchitis and was a day away from having his testicle amputated. That was while he was still at the rehab, and was over 2 years ago. I have tried my best to learn … [Read more…]
During the week, when Jabu gets COlin out of bed, the dogs wait outside the room for him to appear. Every day. Jinxie runs backward leading him to the treats, barking along the way to make he doesn’t forget. In this video, you can see how Colin is able to use both arms, and how … [Read more…]