I would like to thank everyone for their kind thoughts and good wishes last week. I am still having the same issues but doing better over all. This just something I have to learn to live with and put up with flares from time to time but it really gets me down! Anyway on to the real reason for this post!
Want to see desks in various sorts of disarray? Click on this link and it will take you to the
Land of Awes cause there is all sorts of nifty neat desks to snoop through and drool over. Ms Julia Dunnit is the magnificent wizard in the wondrous Land of Awes and puts on a hop each Wednesday! I have been really busy trying to get some of the swaps out
that I have been doing for various groups so my desk is suffering to say
the least. I love playing with the inks and stamps but it is a real
pain in the patoote to clean it all up again!!
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| playing with punches, inks and glues...oh my lots of fun! |
I signed up to do several swaps this month cause I wanted to stay busy and thought with a little challenge and prompting I could do anything...right! I don't know what my problem is but nothing looks right to me and I just want to file 13 everything this week. I have posted several different ATC on the past posts.
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| A little on the spooky cutesy side. I could not make up my mind what I wanted to do on this tag either. BUT I persevered and kept on making it...I decided I am not going to let the Mojo go walk about I am just going to keep on playing till it kicks back in! |
Speaking of spooky! See what I found when I went out to do a little pool work the other day! See her abdomen is loaded with little bitty baby spiders. This a common garden variety spider around this part of the states called a Wolf Spider.
Wikipedia says they can be found just about anywhere in the world in one form or another.
This old girl was floating around in the pool so I rescued her and set
her out to dry. I would guesstimate her to be about 2.5-3 inched long
from the tip of her hind leg to the tip of her front leg. When we lived
in Kansas City we had a Wolf Spider that lived in an old wood burner in
the woods behind our house that was about the size of a cup saucer. I exaggerate not,
my DH says that I do, but this thing was huge! It was there for
years and years and had loads of babies. The life span of a Wolf Spider is about 5
years...lots of babies. Their bite is not particularly poisonous but
they do bite and it hurts!!
Okay short and sweet...for me! I am off to surf the web and visit a few blogs. Have a great week!
Hi Vicki,
ReplyDeleteThat was a nice little surprise to find floating in the pool, we tend to get a lot of huntsmen spiders here in my part of Oz and hubby who is petrified of spiders is always the one to find them.....
I love your skeleton tag, love the spider layer behind the skeleton....
Maria #7
Your tag is very cool.. I am not really scared of spiders but that particular one freaks me out with all its little ones on its back. Sandy :) #65
ReplyDeleteHi Vicki! You desk is so tidy and organised and yet you have neatly crammed so much lovely stash there... I always adore the ribbons. Keep going with your crafting, you're doing well and just don't let that mojo escape or the wolf spider might get it. As a rule I really don't mind spiders but I wouldn't be picking up that girl!!!
ReplyDeleteLove jo x
Wow that is some desk and a half. Love all the ribbons and I use the same trimmer, don't know where I'd be without it. I got the LO hanger idea from a letter in a magazine, it is great and afraid the envelope is just a bag to decorate not a book. Thanks for stopping by BJ#24
ReplyDeleteJust had to click that spider off - ugh! Thanks for the share though and the knowledge - hard to imagine one as big as a saucer - double ugh!
ReplyDeleteGlad you are feeling a bit better and that tag is great - bet it would look lush in lime green too.
Thanks for sharing -
Hugz, Neet 29 xx
Well all I can think about now is that huge eight leg monstrosity - OMG I abhor them totally, don't know how anyone can handle the critters - ugh
ReplyDeleteShivers from Elaine #21
Hello Vickie, I was fine until I saw that spider, I am with Eels above, I just cannot like them. I always love visiting your desk, so much to see, I am sure your ribbons are growing! I am with you on the flare ups, have RA and not in a good place at the mo, but crafting certainly helps. Had a look through all your Halloween makes and they are all fabulous. Wish we did more for Halloween here in the UK. Have a happy WOYWW, Anne x #60
ReplyDeleteHow gracious of you to save the spider from drowning - hope you don't get bitten by her or the babies to come as a reward for your services! I love the tag - so glad you persevered! I had a similar thing with pushing on through when I was feeling mojo-low, and ended up with something I rather liked! Happy WOYWW!
ReplyDeleteAlison x
#71
You are a very kind being to rescue the spider. She looks like she is getting ready for halloween and your tag is fab.
ReplyDeleteSandra @31
Gosh aren't we all our own worst critics/enemies! Know exactly what you mean about getting through a project and still feeling undecided about it. If in doubt you can always go back to it or use it as a kickstart for another project. Hope you have a good week. Hugs, Buttons #82
ReplyDeleteLoved the skeleton tag, but not so sure about the spider!!! I can cope with the small ones, but not this size thanks! Have fun on WOYWW. Karen T 90 x
ReplyDeleteI was enjoying your post until the last photo!! Argh! I'm really not a lover of spiders and that one looks huge!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
A x #68
Great way you have orgainised your ribbons, very effective. Great skeleton tag and hurrah foor the spider. not everyone would be so nice. Have a good week Francesca #61
ReplyDeleteI always love to visit here! Love your ribbon storage and the tag is gorgeous! As for the spider, go girl! I'm not fearful of spiders, but they are not my favorite! This one makes me cringe a little! So glad you are feeling a little better!
ReplyDeleteI have suddenly decided I don't want to visit Oklahoma, LOL. I thought our large house spiders were big!
ReplyDeleteGreat desk loving your tag. Glad to hear you are feeling a bit better Vickie, have a super Wednesday, hugs Erika.
Oh dear - have I started a trend - "expose your spider here. com!" lol. That really is a difficult pic for me to look at. Good that you rescued it though. x Jo
ReplyDeleteOMG ...I am not bothered by spiders that are small (bodies no bigger than 1/2 inch) and those that dont bite ... but that one is HUGEand BITES ....not sure I could/would have saved it.
ReplyDeleteGlad you are feeling a little better and are doing some fab crafting xx#70.
Hope the recipe works for you ...let me know either way xx
Oh my giddy aunt, that spider is freaky. I'm afraid I think I would've ran the opposite way. Great desk that always looks so colourful. Sorry to hear you've not been so good, I can empathise as you know it's not so good here either. Thanks for popping by earlier. Take care Zo xx 84
ReplyDeleteFlip me! That spider is HUGE! I'm not really scared of spiders but I did blink a little when I saw it! Gosh! Glad we don't have ones like that here - though some of the Daddy Long Legs (Crane Fly) in my house would rival that spider in size!!! Happy Wednesday! #42
ReplyDeleteoh yikes, I don't like big spiders - and she is hoooge! Have a great week. Helen, 6
ReplyDeleteCertainly a well-used desk this week Vickie. I think we could all do with a visit from the cleaning fairies after a crafting marathon, don’t you?
ReplyDeleteLove the tag but not the spider and the thought of having a 5 inch spider I my back garden just terrifies me.
Happy Crafting!
Sue
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You and Shaz from Oz are on the same wavelength this week with your spiders. You are welcome to them, especially ones that bite. Our huge spiders are bad enough, especially at this time of year when they are trying to find a warm home for the winter. Hope you are soon feeling a bit better, and your flare up dies down fast. Does the weather affect the problem. I suffer from arthritis and low pressure and damp weather really inflames it. Have a good week. xx Maggie #88
ReplyDeleteOh I'm so glad to live in cold, wet, dark Northern Ireland - at least we don't have great big, horrible spiders (or snakes!) - I'd run a mile if I met one of those! You have a busy desk this week - glad you're well enough to get back to some crafting.
ReplyDeleteBernice #5
Hi Vickie - how kind you are to rescue the spider - I hope she appreciated it and tells all her babies that you and yours are off limits if they are feeling peckish!! Did you at all consider using her as an embellishment on your fab tag!! ;-) Happy WOYWW to you from Helen 57
ReplyDeleteLove your tag,and the fabulous colouring, but glad I had already eaten my dinner before I saw your spider! ugh, How brave of you to get near enough to take a photo!
ReplyDeleteI love you lol, I have those spiders too and go out of my way to save them as well. Seems such a waste to kill something that's beneficial and just lovely. My house is made of log and we live in the woods but not the mountains, though I wouldn't mind. Thanks for the visit and I love your tag!!!
ReplyDeleteAngie #18
Your space is so well organised - love your ribbon holder! I don't usually mind spiders but I think IRL this would have me running!! Love your Halloween ATCs by the way! Chris111
ReplyDeleteYour desk is always a good snoop I must say - the spider was certainly spooky - just right for Halloween! I am sorry you can't come along to the crop but there are lots of lovely events us Europeans are missing that you Americans have! I promise I will take lots of pictures and there will be a big post about the crop!
ReplyDeleteLots of hugs,
Cardarian
Your ATC is fabulous, love the charm you added to the top, a very Tim Tag indeed! that spider is big enough, I can't do spiders and the thought of all those baby spiders ugghghh!
ReplyDeletehave a great week, Debxx
Hello Vickie, what a great desk and I love all your ribbon. What a huge spider, maybe she came for Halloweeen. Hugs Rita xx 79
ReplyDeleteAhem can we get an arachnid warning next time :P Fab desk love how full of inspiration it is!
ReplyDeleteThe only good spider is a dead spider, how can you set them free? kill them OK
ReplyDeleteDont worry about the mojo just keep at it and it will eventually get the hint and sort it's self.
Happy WOYWW
Eliza #51
No offense Vicke but that spider is GROSS!!! Thank the heavens we don't have something like that in NJ! I am keeping your blog up so I can show my husband and sons what there is in Oklahoma!! I bet they freak!!! LOL!! I can't believe you saved it! I would have called an ambulance for me (because i would surely be having a heart attack), and the police for that spider!!
ReplyDeleteOK, back to the party!!
I'm sorry you are down. I know, the flares are awful. You are strong, I know you will get your mojo back!! I love that tag and I'm happy you decided to keep going! It is awesome!
Feel great!
xxDaniella
What a great creative work space. Love the tag, the spider.....not so much!
ReplyDeleteKrisha #30
I especially like that you have your ribbon organized right there in front of you! Mine are in boxes and nope you guessed it I don't use them as much as I could. I relate on the health stuff, sometimes it is just getting through it. Yes we have wolf spiders on Vancouver Island also and I do go running when I see one! NASTY biters! Good on you for saving them.. Hugs, Sandi #37
ReplyDeleteI hope you are having a good week and good energy--the flare ups can get us down, and it's so nice to have creativity in our lives to give us hope and happiness too! Your work area is very busy, and I love your Halloween tag. Not so crazy about the spider! But it's so appropriate for Halloween! Happy WOYWW! --Sandy Leigh #24
ReplyDeleteyour tag is awesome and i reckon that spider might be my aunt elsie on her hols with the kids :)
ReplyDeletehave a great woyww
kay #48
Oh wow - that spider shot is amazing!! How many babies is she lugging around? Years ago, when the boys were small, they found a sphere of tiny spiders around a blade of grass. completely awesome!!
ReplyDeleteLove your Halloweeny stuff too = hope the crafting is helping you feel better :)
Hugs, LLJ #50 xx
What a fantastic spider photo! I have to confess to being extremely envious of all your gorgeous ribbons hanging up there ready to use. I love the look of your desk and the tag is great fun! Thanks for sharing. Caro #77 xx
ReplyDeleteYikes!! That is one scary spider! Eek!
ReplyDeleteLove the way you have organized your ribbons. Less scary but very inspiring.
Happy WOYWW!
Zildara #98
Well, that's me lost my breakfast!!
ReplyDelete(Thanks for coming by to see me and have a wonderful week!) Darnell #28
Wow Vickie what a fab workspace you have. I am so glad you dropped by my desk today as I have just became your newest follower as your style is right up my street. Fab tags TFS and Happy WOYWW
ReplyDeleteAnnie x
Hi Vickie I can't craft at all at moment as still not moved all my stuff downstairs gettin bit worried might have to go nad but cards :-( I think your tag is fab. I never eally like my work to be honest- but enjoy doing it on the whole so will keep trying. I have promised myself to try and make a card each day with just SU stuff and with no inspiration from elsewhere. Keep up the good work and thanks for visiting me. Anne x
ReplyDeleteOK, you will laugh, but I saw the photo before I read the pos, and I didn't think anything of the spider - for some reason my brain saw it and processed it as a napkin ring Halloween decoration!!
ReplyDeleteOh dear. Maybe it's my brand spankin' new glasses (just collected) or senility setting in.....
Mary Anne (3)
fab post Vicky, your desk is always so colourful and this week a bit caotic. . . in a good way. LIkey, likey your new best friend, she 'cute'.... but wouldn't want to be kissed by her
ReplyDeletejanet #49
I like your ribbon but I am so afraid of crawlers! Tamika #14
ReplyDeleteHappy WOYWW. Health - something that so many people don't think about, lucky things! It is wonderful that we have crazy crafting/blogging to keep us occupied and distracted when the pain/fatigue/other symptoms try to take over. I spent 3 hours today attempting to sort out my new pens - and that distracted me from feeling sick! I hate spiders, so your last piccie made me scream. Ali x #67
ReplyDeleteAwesome tag Vicki but arghhhhhhhh at that spider ... sheesh it's huge lol. thanks for sharing your workspace, looks great. Happy WOYWW! Gillian #23
ReplyDeleteHi Vickie,
ReplyDeleteOh, I hope you have some relief coming your way soon! I've had my share lately, especially with the colder, wetter weather. Argh.
Now, that spider is loaded down with babies! Holy cow. You are one brave girl to rescue her. Do they eat other icky spiders?!?
Happy WOYWW
Hugs,
Kay #126
Love your desk area but yuk yuk yuk at your spider
ReplyDeleteHope you feel a bit better soon
Toni #120
That is an awesome picture of the wolf spider! All those babies on her back, that sure is impressive. I'm glad you saved her. I was trying to remember if they were poisonous or not but I see you answered that question-like tarantulas, hurts but not poisonous. I like your tag. That is a fun skeleton stamp. The is fab, as always, so much right at your fingertips!
ReplyDeleteAaaaaargh - the tag is lovely but I think I just wet myself when I saw the spider!! Happy WOYWW - off to the loo to check now!!!! Di xx
ReplyDeleteI was enjoying looking (oggling) over your ribbon collection then I panned down to the spider!!! eeeeeek! We have some spiders in this house because it is in the sticks but uch i fi!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI thought I had some ribbons!!
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O my word... Yikes!!! I was enjoying your post until I came to that Spider... you are so brave... I would still be running!!! I have not linked up this week as so busy at work, Have a happy week, Hugs May x x x
ReplyDeleteWow to that spider! I clicked on it to make it bigger, such detail!! Glad to hear you're feeling better, your condition is so hard to control, I have a friend who suffers with similar things unfortunately. I like a bit of peace and quiet time on my own to be honest, so I don't mind him being gone for a month, although I wouldn't be taking out walls in his absence!! That wool I'm using is Red Heart Heart and Sole in Toasted Almond, love the way it's knitting up. I love your spooky atc, he looks great to me!
ReplyDeleteHugs
Brenda 1
Humongous spider! Cute ATC! Love the skeleton man! Nan 122
ReplyDeleteYou nearly gave me a heart attack, I have severe arachnophobia, took all I had just to flick down to your comments. Great desk, but I can't go back up to look at it.
ReplyDeleteCrazy I know, especially as I live in Australia, land of spiders!!
Have a great week.
Von #18
I love your ribbon rack. I always wondered why people loved my space, now that I am starting to pay attention to everyones desk I realise how big my desk is hahahaha
ReplyDeleteBridget #4
I love your tag, it's very beautiful! If that's your work when your mojo is low, it must be even more stunning when your mojo is high! I'm not really scared of spiders in general, I put them outside when I find them inside, but yours is giving me the shudders... You are quite brave!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad that spider is your side of 'the pond', I hate the things. Love the tag tho'.
ReplyDeleteJoanne x
Sorry I am a bit late visiting, fabulous creative space, love all your ribbons hanging up - I shove mine a box!! Not so keen on that spider ... hate them!
ReplyDeleteHugs
Cathy #37
Love your tag & your ATC's lower down too ! The spider did give me a bit of a shudder ! Just trapped a huge one on the lounge floor under a glass & chucked him outside !! thanks for stopping by ! Ali #47
ReplyDeleteCan't decide which is scarier, your skeleton tag or that spider! Oh, OK, maybe that spider, although I ought to be used to such things, living in the land of a million deadly wildlife species :)
ReplyDeleteLove that ribbon storage you have there!
Happy late WOYWW and thanks for visiting!
Wow - such an amazing and fascinating shot! We have Wolf Spiders here in the UK, but ours are darker with longer legs.... I can tolerate spiders, but absolutely loathe their webs (on account of a getting a faceful in my garden growing up, everytime I got on my bike! LOL). The only spiders that creep me out are Glass Spiders, horrid leggy things but they have their own oddity in that they carry their eggs around in their pedipalps like a small ball...
ReplyDeleteHave a good week...
Fabulous desk. And I like the poison ATCs. I think you're right, they do need something. Maybe some of that fake cobweb stuff they sell about now? Just to pull it all together. But they are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteI'm sending you some of my Mojo as I seem to have it in spades.
take care, and thanks for visiting, love rachel