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A very warm welcome to my teeny, tiny part of the huge world of blogging. This is where I share my passion for making hand made greeting cards. So - why "Always with a Heart"? Well this is for two reasons. Firstly, it is because every card I produce carries a heart on it somewhere. This can be big and bold or small and almost hidden - the fun sometimes is just trying to find it! Secondly it is because I put my heart into everything I produce. I hope that any visitors enjoy seeing what I post. If you drop by then please leave me a comment so that I know you called. It would be nice to know that you have found my heart in what I do.

Sunday, 9 December 2012

THE CALM BEFORE THE STORM

Hi Everyone

Well as promised here is the calm before the storm.

Creation is just about to start.




As you can see I managed the Christmas tree and a few decoration up .. .. and what do you think of that huge fig plant?

My Dad bought it as a tiny twig a lifetime ago.  I gained it and can't bear to part with it .. .. but it is just so huge!!  It lives outside during the summer and comes in for the winter.  It still needs some Christmas lights.

Right off to make a start.

Have a happy Sunday everyone.

Love

21 comments:

Di said...

Ooooh, what fun Jules - remember to show the results please. Ha, and perhaps the mess before you tidy stuff away :)

Love, Di xx

Cynthia said...

Happy Label Making Day!! =D You have a gorgeous home, Jules. Love that tree! Well, actually I love both of them! ;-)

Linny said...

WOW would love to be there, playing. have fun. Linda x

Unknown said...

Hows the creation going lol? Nice looking tree & yes the fig tree needs some lights, it look lonely lol. x

Stamps and Paper said...

Wow Jules you are going to be one busy lady...wil look forwar to seeing your results...

Anne

sally said...

good for you, getting the tree up already! I usually would this w/e if I was to be home for xmas but I have discovered that I much prefer to spend the winter on the ski slopes so I shall be posting my decorations at the chalet next w/e once they are up!

sally

Tedz said...

Very pretty tree Jules - it looks like a real one. Love the fig tree. Pauline xx

Darnell said...

Incredible Christmas tree and fig tree, Jules! You are surrounded by green oxygen!! Well, unless the Christmas tree is not real, in which case you are surrounded by SOME oxygen, but lots of lights and spirit!! The fig tree is a lovely memory of your dad.

Crafting Queen said...

Wow, looks like a very busy space. Have fun.

Carole Z said...

Your tree looks gorgeous! Love the fig tree, it's definitely crying out for some lights! Carole Z X

Sue said...

WOW!! Look like lots of fun to be had there! Your must be so organised to get all that ready.

I love your Chrsitmas tree.

Hugs Sue

MagsB said...

All the crafty bits on the tables look so exciting! I hope you've all had a tremendous day. The fig is really pretty, please put up a pic when it's decked in lights!!

love Mags B x

Sue B said...

Aww glad you've got your Christmas Tree up Jules… not got around to mine yet… and it only needs taking out of the box as it's fibre optic one!! LOL - but I need to make a space for it!!! so I've just been writing my cards….
We used to have a fig tree like that … we had it for many years… but can't remember what happened to it in the end?… probably someone forgot to water it or else overwatered it!!! which was shame because they are really pretty leaf and shape…
Hope you're having a good weekend!
Big hugs
Sue xx

Lisa Jane said...

goodness it all looks so tidy!
I just make a mess everywhere lol
Lisa x

Nikbee said...

What a lot of lovely goodies you have for people to play with. I hope you all have a lovely time.
Your tree looks fabulous, too.
Nikki x

Liz McGuire, said...

Brilliant fun, you will need to share your efforts. I remember last years were all gorgeous.

Saw your cards in the mag - two lots - they're keeping you busy!!

Liz x

susiestacey said...

Hi Jules, hope you are well, sorry l have not dropped by lately but just not had the time to craft. Hope you have a fantastic tag day you certainly look well prepared. Great cards in the posts below just had a quick scroll down. Take care x Susan x

lisa said...

It looks like there is going to be great fun had by all judging by that pile of stash. Hope you all had a great day and lots of labels were made.
Love your beautiful Christmas tree.
Hugs Lisax

Sarn said...

Bet you all had a lovely day. xxx

Grenouille Greetings said...

Heavens it all looks VERY tidy!!! Hugs, Lesley

Carole said...

Hi Jules
I need to show my hubby your photo, he ventured onto my craft balcony as he wanted to cut something. Shock Horror.....he was moaning about how on earth can i work in all the clutter, i said well you need everything out when your crafting! Tags great too xx