Wednesday 6 March 2013

WOYWW 196

Hi Folks

Well, here we are again ... Wednesday always rolls around so fast!  So, here's another opportunity to see what's on my desk and see if you can spot those Percy Pigs?  Ha ha, sounds a bit like 'Where's Wally?' ...

Unorganised chaos .... and Percy Pigs!!

My desk is such a tip that I just had to do a 'before and after'!  It had become a dumping ground the past few days as I'd been sorting out stock to put in my shop (see yesterday's post).  You can still see my journal page from last week peeking out from underneath, some cute blank canvases ready for action, an oval placemat painted with a paisley design needing some finishing, and a big '0' which has a '5' underneath it (this was for my hubby's 50th birthday which I need to still finish, but as it was last month there's no desperate hurry!  Anyway, I think he's planning on celebrating all year anyway!).  The table and chairs were a present from my mum when I was about 7 from a trip to Spain.  I've painted them and will display them somewhere - I just can't bear to part with them!

Prepping demo boards for the weekend
The 'after' shot is preparation for the weekend when I'm demonstrating for Flutterby Crafts at the South-East Woodworking Show at the Kent County Showground.  Woodturners love to use Jo Sonja's Acrylics paints, so I shall be showing them lots of faux finish techniques, including tortoiseshell and fun stuff with irridescents.  I will post pics and details early next week.  I think we might be in a marquee so I'm keeping my fingers crossed for a warm and dry weekend!

What a busy week.  Thank you so much to everyone for their lovely comments last week, and I'm sorry for not getting around everyone.  I will try and do better this week, even if it is a little bit late!  If you want to know more about this fun blog-hopping activity hosted by the brilliant Julia, then pop over the Stamping Ground and you can read all about it!

Until next time, happy painting ...

Liz x


21 comments:

  1. Love that dinky furniture I wouldn't be able to part with them either! Hope your weekend goes well. MMx #99

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  2. I do so enjoy getting a peek at the work desks of others. One day I will give a "real"
    peek at mine! Yours looks very interesting and I love the little tiny furniture. I have collected several small chairs but haven't found a purpose for them as of yet!
    Thanks for sharing. dix---

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  3. Hope the weather is kind to you at the weekend and you have fun doing the demos. Linda #157

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  4. Percy Pigs cannot hide, I spotted them! Hope all goes well for you. Happy WOYWW! Karen 87 x

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  5. So what are Percy Pigs? I spotted them to the left! I love JoSonja's paints they have more pigment then the regular run of the mill acrylics that aren't of artist quality. I used to do Rosemaling and it was perfect for that! Thanks for dropping by and visiting at my desk! I enjoyed getting a peak at your projects and looking yours! Have a great week. Vickie #11

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  6. The little table and chairs are adorable - I wouldn't have been able to part with them either. The little paint bins and rollers are too cute. I hope you share what you made with them. April #145

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  7. Hi Liz - thanks for the WOYWW visit, and introducing me to your great blog - I'm now going to do some time-travel, looking back at your old posts. I'd have loved to been at your demonstrations this weekend - in true flutterby fashion, I love finding out new techniques, etc. Have fun xx

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  8. Me again - just to say I've read the old post and wish I lived nearer, so I could come to your workshops and find out how you get all those fab effects! The toy box was a delight, and I'm sure was greatly appreciated by the owner. You're def going on my blog list, so I see your updates. Happy crafting, Chris x

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  9. The tiny furniture is so cute reminiscent of childhood.
    Can imagine Teddies or dolls on them having a little tea party with a miniature tea set :)
    Good Luck with your show Happy WOYWW Heather #59

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  10. Oh those little chairs are so cute I can see why you don't wish to part with them. Thanks for visiting me this week BJ #69

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  11. What on earth are Percy Pigs? I spotted the bag so am wondering if it is some kind of sweet! Please enlighten me! Love your desk...looks like you have so much going on! Happy WOYWW (belated)!
    Glenda #77

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  12. There is really much going on - wish I could take part in your classes.
    Thanks for commentingk on my "travel-table"

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  13. I would never be able to get rid of that lovely table and chairs either. Real treasures. It sounds as though you are having a great time with those classes and it is great to see the cross over of crafts with the woodturners getting involved. Have a very successful time with your classes. xx Maggie #37

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  14. Awww, look at those little chairs and table....they're soooooo sweet!! No wonder you can't bear to part with them...neither could I if they were mine :) The iridescent finish sound intriguing! I'm a sucker for anything shimmery and sparkly so you'll have to share the finished results as and when!
    Hugs, LLJ 32 xxx

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  15. oh what fun!!! can't wait to see what you create....those cute little chairs and table!!! adorable!!!!

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  16. I hope we get to see the acrylic painting when it is finished. That sounds like lots of fun. I love the little table and chairs. I am sure you will never part with those.
    I visited the '7's before 100 yesterday, so today I am getting to the ones after 100. there's just not enough time in the day is there? Have a good week. I hope it is dry for your day in a marquee. kate x #57

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  17. Fab little tables and chairs there
    Rosie x

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  18. First, I had to go to the Internet and do a searching Percy Pigs...had no idea what they were! I found them hiding on your desk! HA, it was just like where's Waldo!

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  19. Wow... you have alot going on. The little table and chairs are so sweet. I had a peek at your shop. What some gorgeous stock. Wished I lived near by!
    Thanks for visiting my WOYWW
    Have a happy week
    Lynda B #27

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  20. A messy desk is simply a busy one, methinks! Love the table and chairs - I've always been enchanted with things like this; I'd love to see how you painted them. Thanks for the visit, I'm still WOYWW-ing on Sat (!), and hope you had a good one. Best wishes, Deb # 102

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  21. ooh some lovely goodies all awaiting decoration on your desk. I will pop back to see how they turned out.

    Thanks for visiting my desk already
    kyla

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