Studio Calico Atlantic

Project Life | Week 17

Yes I know, it’s been like what, 8 days since I was last seen on this planet? *laugh* And now that I’ve returned to earth, after much of dramatic turn of events in the past week, I’ve finally managed to pull my soul back to reality.

If you’ve been following my Instagram feed, I had the misfortune of getting my right hand fingers slammed by a heavy wooden with marble dining chair at home as I slipped on a wet floor (long story) and I’m on the road to recover but still haven’t regain full use of my last two fingers yet (no fractured bones thank God!!), my DH and I had been dealing with some issues that my dear son Ethan is facing in school (in case you’re new to my blog, Ethan was diagnosed with high functioning autism since he was 4), we had to handle the change in his behavior due to verbal “bullying” by an exceptionally rotten classmate of his, lots of discussion with his form teacher and his special need officer in school and of course, an emergency appointment with his regular child psychologist Dr Jennifer King to see what we can do best to help him cope with the unwarranted stress from bullies, also changes in his P3 syllabus and him being stress again from all the exams.

Phew! That was one lengthy sentence all put together to describe what is going on right now in my life and my family.

Sometimes I just wonder how on earth did I cope with all of these, on top of my full time job, my online shop, etc. in 24/7 and still manage to stay alive, keeping up a good spirit, stay positive and wears a big fat smile on my face! Hah! No wonder I can’t put on weight over these years with all the exciting events going on in my life. Well, I take it as a good thing that I don’t have to spend money keeping myself fit and trimmed all the time, not having to sweat my ass off to work out a good ab. *laugh*

Well, that’s life and we just have to move on. Life is not a bed of roses. Sometimes yes but most of often it’s not. I’ve seen and been through enough of challenges in the entire 40 years of my life to write a biography. But if I don’t go through this ups and down, I think I’ll take things for granted, thinking that life is always smooth sailing and I’m guaranteed a happy ever after life. I’m just thankful and glad that I’m always being challenged in my every awakening moment and how it have strenghtened my character over the years. I’ve become the person I am right now, thanks to all the obstacles and challenges I had to overcome, in every good possible way.:)

Ok, enough of life philosophy, let’s move on to the main reason of getting this blog post up. My project life of course!!

Oh, how I’ve missed getting my project life spreads updated! I’m slowly catching up for sure. Slow but I’m getting there.

This Week 17 have been a complete joy, having to play with Studio Calico new Atlantic collection which was released a few weeks ago. I’m completely blown away by the colors and designs of the papers and embellishments! They’re absolutely gorgeous and easy to work with. It gave me a kickstart to catch up with my spreads and this collection made it so easy for me to complete my pages within a couple of hours.

And here are a couple of close up shots from the spreads.

Supplies - Atlantic Collection – Patterned Paper - Atlantic CityNantucketScarboroughNew HavenRockportSouth HamptonCape CodGold Kraft, 12×12 Vellum; Fabric - Fabric Bows; Wood veneer - Burnished Circle; Stickers - Cork CircleCork Arrow and ChevronGlittered Star; Die-cut –  Vellum Die Cut Shapes, Punch - Mini Anchor, Alphas - RockabyeSunrise; Others – 4×3 and 4×6 Grids CardsCurrent StampsPlanetarium Digital Printable Labels)

I hope you’ve bought yourself this Atlantic collection. How’s your project life coming along? I’ll be spending more time catching with the rest of the weeks using the new June Roundabout kits! Can’t wait to share them soon.:)

Have a great weekend ahead!

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May 24, 2013 - 6:40 pm

Linda in Aus - Oh Leena what an awful time you are going thru wish i could come and help. So sorry to hear about Ethan ,i hope the school and staff are on top of the problem now and that Ethan can implement the strategies Dr King would have given him.
Life can be so hard and unfair at times but i suppose this makes us stronger.
Love your Project Life as always, full of inspirational tips.
Mine is up to date although i only have one photo for this week so i had better have a good weekend and photograph something.
Enjoy your weekend and i hope next week is better for all of you.
xx

May 25, 2013 - 1:43 am

Laura - ohh!! i think you´re a supermum,superwoman and of course a superscraperin!!! i admire your determination, your way to go throught all the pain and all the problems you have around. Cheer up and go on just like you know, with a smile on your face!! (sorry for my english :) ) xoxo

June 9, 2013 - 12:38 am

Linda - Sounds like you’ve been busy! Life always catches up to us at times, but I’m sure things will smooth out for you soon. I have gotten behind in my project life with everything going on in my life right now as well, but I’m looking forward to having some time these next few weekends to really catch up!

Love your pages, those cork letters are amazing!!

Skipping5 Giveaway Winner!

Hello again.

How’s your weekend so far? I hope you’re having a good one. It’s Sunday May 12 right here in Singapore, which means we’re celebrating Mother’s Day on this beautiful day! I had a great day with my boys, lunch with my cousins and I’ve also received a gorgeous bouquet of flowers from my sweet lovely boys last night! I’m truly blessed to have them in my life, couldn’t have asked for more. They shower me with lots of love, hugs and kisses every single moment, I hear “I love you Mommy” every single day from them, and they always treat me like a queen. *laugh* Love them so much!

To all the Mommies out there, here’s wishing you a wonderful Mother’s Day!

And I now have the winner for Skipping5 puffy stickers giveaway picked out by Random Generator.  :D

And it goes to……………………………….

It is so awesome chance! ty for it! Have a great day!
Here is my pinterest board: HTTP://PINTEREST.COM/TODIDO/

Diana from Hungary

Congratulations Diana!!:)

Please contact me at findingnana73[at]gmail[dot]com to claim your prize.

And once again, thank you to all who have joined in this lovely giveaway and also to Skipping5 for your generosity!

Happy Sunday!

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Shop Update

Good Friday Everyone!

First and foremost, a big THANK YOU to all who have have placed your orders on the new arrivals at my shop the past week! The washi tapes have been a big hit and many are out of stock by now for the popular designs. If you’ve missed out on some of your favorite washi tapes, fret not. They’ll be re-stocked next week and you can come back to shop again but make sure you’re fast enough this time to grab your favorite washi tapes!:D

Oh, and more new designs and colors will also be making their appearance next week too! Yay!

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I can’t wait for them to arrive and play with them myself!

I’ll be back soon for more updates once the stocks have arrive Singapore shore. :)

Have a great weekend ahead!

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May 11, 2013 - 10:01 am

genevive - i love! esp the hearts and the plaid ones :) ) yummy tapes Leenah!

May 11, 2013 - 4:34 pm

Elaine Teo - Hey Leena, just ordered some of your goodies in your lovely shop – wanted to support you for a long time now – sorry I took so long. Congratulations on your shop – you are doing really well and I’m so happy for you! All the best!
elaine

May 12, 2013 - 8:29 pm

Findingnana - Hey Elaine!
Thank you so much for your well wishes and support! Truly appreciate your constant encouragement and I hope all is going well on your side. Hope to catch up with you again some day. Take care!
xoxo
Leena

Skipping5 Giveaway!

Hello everyone!

I’m so excited to be hosting a fabulous giveaway sponsored by Skipping5, a little shop newly launch in April 2013. Just for the love of puffy stickers “TinyNatt” has created these fun and bold puffy stickers perfect for making statement on your projects or journalling cards.

One winner will be receiving a US$15 worth of these adorable puffy stickers from Skipping5:D

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All you need to do is

~ got to Skipping5 shop and pin your favorite product to your pin board. You can pin more than one product.

~ then leave a comment here with your Pinterest username

This giveaway is open to ALL.

Please leave your comments by Saturday, 11 May at noon, Singapore time GMT+8 and I’ll draw a winner and it’ll be announced on the same day.

Once again, thank you so much Skipping5 for sponsoring these fabulous puffy stickers! I can’t wait for mine to arrive! :D

Good luck to all!

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May 9, 2013 - 3:07 pm

Grace Hung - Hi Leena!

Thank you for yet another awesome giveaway! Really love these puffy stickers!

Pinterest username: gracecharity

Have a blessed day ahead! :)

May 9, 2013 - 3:30 pm

cassie - /elegantitus :)

May 9, 2013 - 3:34 pm

Tammy - Hi Leena!
Thank you for a chance for this awesome giveaway! I’ve been eyeing the geotag with the heart ever since I found it on NSD!
My pinterest name: acharmed1 ( pinned on my crafts)
Thanks again!

May 9, 2013 - 3:35 pm

DianaHT - It is so awesome chance! ty for it! Have a great day!
Here is my pinterest board: http://pinterest.com/todido/

Diana
Hungary

May 9, 2013 - 3:41 pm

Amelia - These are too cute! Thanks for the giveaway!
Pinned at helloameliaaa

May 9, 2013 - 3:50 pm

Maria Blazquez - thanks for the chance, pinterest use name:mariabi
http://pinterest.com/pin/2533343513260520/

May 9, 2013 - 5:41 pm

Linda in Aus - Yay I pinned, my username is Texmorg. These would be great for layouts and PL.
Thank you Leena and Skipping5

May 9, 2013 - 7:08 pm

Linda - Thanks for the chance to win!
My pinterest username is: lasteve1
Here’s my pin: http://pinterest.com/pin/233835405625261619/

May 9, 2013 - 7:40 pm

Lynn - Antlynny is the pin name.
Thanks for the giveaway.

May 9, 2013 - 8:19 pm

Cristina - These are adorable!
Pinned here: http://pinterest.com/pin/16325617372032908/
CristinaC

May 9, 2013 - 8:28 pm

Janay - Thanks for the chance to win!!!!
Pinterest Username: Janay23
http://pinterest.com/pin/69313281737936613/

May 9, 2013 - 8:52 pm

Jenny A - These are so cute!
http://pinterest.com/jenjeb/

May 9, 2013 - 9:01 pm

adele - Cute stuff!!
Pinterest name: Adele Tichy

May 9, 2013 - 10:32 pm

Connie Tacazon - Pinned it. Username connietacazon. Thanks!

May 9, 2013 - 10:35 pm

Jasmine Marie - Love these stickers. Thanks for the giveaway! My username is jasminemarie.

May 9, 2013 - 11:20 pm

Aurelie - Pinterest username : Aurélie Huchet.
Thanks for this chance to win

May 10, 2013 - 12:15 am

Kayla F. - Who doesn’t love puffy stickers! I pinned a few things to my wishlist! My user name is Kayla Marie.

May 10, 2013 - 1:38 am

Tara Smith - How cute! my pinterest name is tarasmith07. I pinned to my project life board!

May 10, 2013 - 1:52 am

Yosy Natalya - Hi Leena, thanks for the giveaway.
My Pinterest username: droidhen.
I wish I could win the giveaway. :)

May 10, 2013 - 5:07 am

Maria - Hello and thank you for the giveaway! My pinterest name is Maria Tsakiridou. Have a nice day!

May 10, 2013 - 8:01 am

eva scott - Pinned to my acct
http://pinterest.com/evamscott/

May 10, 2013 - 9:26 am

Nisha - What a lovely giveaway! Thank you Leena and Skipping5. Username: nishatp
http://pinterest.com/nishatp/inspiration-trends/

May 10, 2013 - 12:23 pm
May 10, 2013 - 6:06 pm

Marie - Everything is so cute! Pinned:
http://pinterest.com/pin/550354016933938961/

May 10, 2013 - 8:08 pm

Anja - Thanks for the chance. Pinned my fave stickers to my wish list. Username is rieschi.

May 11, 2013 - 10:45 am

mae - these look interesting for PL! Thanks for the chance!

May 11, 2013 - 2:10 pm

Kathleen - Ooh what a lovely giveaway!! I pinned my two favourites – my username is @msterioes Thanks for the Chance to win!