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Wednesday, 12 January 2011

What's On Your Workdesk? Wednesday 84

Well, there's still some space which is a miracle, and a finished project already..will photo that in proper light and show off about it...my word, 11 days into a New Year and I've finished something! There's my lovely glass mat (welcome to the club, Lin!) and a girt great pink punch. It's by Woodware and it's 4 teeny file tabs, different shapes. I love all things office-y that can be used in any way for cards or scrapbook pages. And I felt the need to buy this when I noticed that The Colonial had one. Hoist by my own jealousy, I have since discovered that hers has different shaped tabs - oh me oh my! Eagle eyes will see that I've still got Tracey's Cookie Cutter Dies in nesting ovals. They're on my desk to remind me to use them and give them back. I've had 'em about a month and will probably have for another month. But I will use them before they go back! Cards are still waiting to be contributed to the Phoenix Brass band's raffle prizes...LLJan, if you're reading, we deserve an evening, you him, him and me!
The very large pink spots are printed on some silvery holographic wrapping paper which is barely visible in this picture - how odd. That is for Scrap Lady Ally....her Secret Santa gift before Christmas was lacking this. I saw her last night. The fact that it's still on my desk makes me look even more unreliable; I'm embarrassed!
OK, so this turned into a confession, but yours doesn't have to - share with us do - upload a pic to your blog of your workspace - desk, table top, tray, workshop floor - whatever, wherever. Show us what you're doing today. Then link here and we'll swing by for a visit. I nearly very nearly got around everyone's desks this week. How inspirational your stuff is!


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99 comments:

  1. Helen12 January 2011 at 06:02

    Morning, Julia!! Love the book on your desk - and the 4 way punch looks fab. May need to check them out.. Have a great day.

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  2. Sheila12 January 2011 at 06:03

    Congrats on finishing something in the new year!

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  3. Minxy12 January 2011 at 06:03

    I say Julia, i am impressed there is still space, whats going on!
    The ickle book looks adorable and as for the punch.. well I WANT ONE!
    Happy Wednesday x
    Minxy x

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  4. Anonymous12 January 2011 at 06:04

    1. I am sorry about your car. Mine always breaks because it is a piece and I don't give one whit about cars. If it goes, it is good. But one time I had to change a tire. So I guess I care a little bit now.
    2. I need a new cutting mat, and I sort of want yours because it is nice. But I am a bit of a slob so maybe I ought to stick with the one I can't find.
    Xx,
    Amy

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  5. Rhonda12 January 2011 at 06:07

    I finally got myself a glass mat and love it. Thanks for telling us about it. Can't wait to see what your finished project is all about! Happy WOYWW! #11

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  6. Chrissie12 January 2011 at 06:09

    Glass mats are ace in my opinion... they are a 'do everything' surface, although I sometimes wonder if mine will stay the course when I'm leaning heavily on a punch endeavouring to get through card that's slightly too thick for it.
    Love your new punch, by the way!
    Chrissie

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  7. Jennie -The Artistic Stamper12 January 2011 at 06:11

    My you are a busy girl! I have barely finished anything this year! but you do have my favourite pair of scissors on the desk. A great big pair of Fiskars dressmaking scissors! Fabulous for cutting eeverything except material!
    Have a great day!

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  8. Pam12 January 2011 at 06:13

    Umm...yeah. Our eyes zoomed in on one thing. We are waiting w/bated breath.

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  9. Bluefairy4U12 January 2011 at 06:15

    Morning Julia, quite a nice neat desk today. I have a smaller punch from EK that does small little tags. Sorry about your car hope it gets sorted out soon. I had my Number plates pinched off mine on Bank Holiday Monday! wasn't too pleased having to go to Police Station. I also have a glass mat but its one of the Slice 12 x 12 that I got after buying the slice and it didn't work properly so sent it back, so got left with the glass mat whch I must say is fab as it fits on my Scor-pal, so something good came out of it. Big Hugs JO.xxx

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  10. voodoo vixen12 January 2011 at 06:16

    I am impressed Julia, not only about the remaining space but the finished project too! I still want a glass mat.... but I haven't quite worn out the big green one yet...

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  11. Hope and Chances12 January 2011 at 06:17

    Glass mats are fab - just not very portable! Lovely book :-)

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  12. MadeByKarla12 January 2011 at 06:25

    hmmm...your desk is so very neat! I've been waiting to get a glass mat, that's next on my shopping list. Now I want one of those pink punches too...something else for my wishlist :) thanks for the peek!

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  13. Marjo12 January 2011 at 06:36

    I must agree your desk is very tidy this week. Mine seems that way too. I figure in a few weeks mine will settle into that wonderful mess that I so love...lol I think yours will too!

    Hugs, Marjo #21

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  14. Bleubeard and Elizabeth12 January 2011 at 06:39

    Still neat for you, Julia. However, I still count at least FOUR of those little tape holders. Looks like you can't bring yourself to use them now that you have the big girl tape monster.

    Well, looks like you need to get that gift to Scrap Lady. She might be able to enjoy it.

    I read where Linby had already scratched her mat. I think I'll stick to my guillotine cutter and remain craft knife challenged.

    Have a great Wednesday. I hope you got the car fixed.

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  15. Shaz in Oz.CalligraphyCards12 January 2011 at 06:40

    No glass mat down here for me but have friends with them... too dear as of yet..my first WOYWW today and have found the Provocraft plus folders fantastic..I have tried them today and decided to include it seeing it was on my desk today! thanks heaps, Shaz in Oz.x

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  16. Marjo12 January 2011 at 06:40

    Oops guess I am #22, that's what I get for going to fast...hehehe

    xoxo Marjo #22

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  17. Bleubeard and Elizabeth12 January 2011 at 06:41

    Gosh, that glass mat had me blinded and I completely forgot to say I like what I see in that book. Did you bind it yourself? OK, I can wait, but do tell all when you show it, please.

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  18. okienurse12 January 2011 at 06:52

    Oh my goodness going through the posts and noted that there are some really awesome artists out here. I was also pleased to see my work desk was not as unique as I thought it was! It is a work in progress at all times.

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  19. sandra de12 January 2011 at 06:52

    I never knew glass mats existed (except for the kitchen) until woyww. Amazing what you learn from other peoples desks. Would love to see the inside of your finished project

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  20. Sue12 January 2011 at 06:54

    Hi Julia
    impressed there is still space on ya desk, luv the book & glass matt,seen them in the range. Hope the car soon sorted, happy WOYWW, sue,x

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  21. Nicks12 January 2011 at 07:05

    you finished something? whats your secret??
    Save the secreat santa thing for next year lOl

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  22. Morti12 January 2011 at 07:05

    Morning Julia! Happy WOYWW hun! Well done on keeping the desk tidyish for another week..... ROFL

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  23. Stressed Stamper12 January 2011 at 07:06

    nothing spilt on the floor fab...not sure about glass mats - think I would break it...know I would break it.
    Sarah - Stressed Stamper x

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  24. JoZart Designs12 January 2011 at 07:07

    That's such a good start to 2011... good crafting and plenty of space to do it in. Also some new stuff... sounds like the year will be a good one. I need to see a glass mat and maybe hear a full revue from you too???
    Happy WOYWW,
    Hugs JoZarty x

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  25. A Hovel to Home12 January 2011 at 07:09

    I've been in the glass matt club for a while now, and love mine ... don't know how it used an ordinary cutting mat before. Lovely stuff on your desk as always.


    Hugs


    kay

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  26. Unknown12 January 2011 at 07:31

    Good morning, will have to look into getting a glass mat.... great tidy productive desk! Jo x

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  27. Annie12 January 2011 at 07:34

    Well done you to actually have suff mojo to have finished something. You seem a very busy girl this week....but what's new? :-)
    A x

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  28. misteejay12 January 2011 at 07:46

    Look forward to seeing that book in more detail - it looks lovely.

    Toni :o)

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  29. Scrapcat 112 January 2011 at 07:52

    It all looks very tidy to me, can't wait to see the book in more detail.

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  30. Samantha Ball - aka (Craftychick74)12 January 2011 at 07:55

    I sooo want one of those ATGs....and maybe a glass mat too.

    Happy WOYWW
    Sam # 39

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  31. Sid12 January 2011 at 07:58

    Must get a glass mat and I think your desk looks very organised Julia !

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  32. Samantha Ball - aka (Craftychick74)12 January 2011 at 08:00

    So sorry I ended up there twice!

    Can I delete my second linky?

    Sam xx
    now # 39 and 42...ooops

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  33. katemade designs12 January 2011 at 08:10

    so many fun items and lovely cards there on the upper right.

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  34. Twiglet12 January 2011 at 08:13

    "The return of the mojo" - a feature film starring the Queen of Snoop and a host of little bloggers! Yes it's back and we are all at it! Great start to the year - will love to see the book now. Lol- x x Jo

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  35. happyglitzygirl12 January 2011 at 08:15

    You Workdesk looks interesting as usual. Love the big punch, blessings Hilde

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  36. Kirsty.A12 January 2011 at 08:16

    Don't worry about it! I've still got 2 parcels of Christmas presents to send- people I thought I'd see and didn't.
    X#47

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  37. judith@poppy cottage12 January 2011 at 08:21

    Hi Julia, your desk looks very productive this week. The big punch looks awesome, I am an avid punch collector! I like the look of your glass mat too. Judith xx

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  38. Kim Dellow12 January 2011 at 08:24

    What? I can see desk LOL! Gorgeous notepad and thanks for the nosy at all the interesting punchies and jars full of stuff :) Kim

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  39. karen12 January 2011 at 08:28

    Your little book looks wonderful! Did you bind it yourself? I received a Bind It All for xmas and have not tried it yet but I plan to soon! I hope my book will turn out like yours! But I don't have a file tab punch, hmmm, maybe I NEED one of those too!
    Happy WOYWW!
    xoxo Karen (#52)

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  40. alexa12 January 2011 at 08:29

    I love those file tabs! Looks a much better idea what trying to round corners with a corner punch or a pair of curved scissors - off to Google them! Thank-you. :)

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  41. donnalouiserodgers12 January 2011 at 08:41

    oh I say - you got home and you got a project finished - marvelous - I can't see your glasses though... but the jar of buttons is no longer missing or put away - see I do pay attention really, I don't always go off at a tangent...now where are My Glasses.....

    Dx

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  42. Ciara12 January 2011 at 08:48

    Gosh, your desk is still tidy - what's going on? My desk is messier - I'm feeling a bit unsettled now!!

    Where's the half drunk cup of tea that's usually on your desk?

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  43. Joey12 January 2011 at 08:50

    Hiya Julia

    your desk is lovely and tidy! and has such sweet colours on it :O)

    Joey x

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  44. Spyder12 January 2011 at 09:01

    Morning!Oh you are so busy doing things, I'm busy but I don't feel that I do much! Love the punch, nearly picked that one up the other week, or was it the 'other' one? but I fought the gremlins in my head,as I know I'm addicted to punches...and do I really need one? Of course, when I got home I wished I had bought it! Have a good WOYWW Day!
    ((Lyn)) #57

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  45. Maarit at Violets Corner12 January 2011 at 09:04

    Good morning Julia! Glad to see that your crafting, the book is gorgeous, love the bunting. Hrm, I often have jealous moments too and want everything just out of envy. I guess that's very human, but the punch looks great and I certainly understand why you wanted to have it. Guess you need the one with the different shapes too?! There wouldn't be any craft industry without us, he he.

    Warm hugs
    Maarit

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  46. Artyjen12 January 2011 at 09:23

    That's one heck of a punch!
    xoxo Sioux

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  47. Handmade with Love12 January 2011 at 09:24

    Wow you have been busy! Love the note book on your desk and the colours you have used there and the bunting. I also LOVE that punch and not just because its pink I'm going to have to look out for one of those! Hope your car is feeling better! Tracey x

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  48. Pam12 January 2011 at 09:36

    You have been busy. Love the bunting on your book, I've just done a card with some on its really effective. Hugs Pam x

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  49. Debs12 January 2011 at 09:44

    THUD! uuhhhh! ouch! Blimey Julia I fell off my chair - you got space on your desk AND a finished project! lol

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  50. jodpea12 January 2011 at 09:50

    I have acquired a glass desk n I am too afraid to do any cutting on it incase I mark it in some way... altho it was pointed out to me that my scalpel isnt made of diamond!

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  51. Leonie12 January 2011 at 09:50

    TIDY!!!!!
    Happy WOYWW!
    #37
    xxx fairy leonie xxx

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  52. Helen12 January 2011 at 09:50

    Compared to my desk, that looks like acres of space! But then, I am incredibly messy!
    Helen (64)

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  53. Kate12 January 2011 at 10:03

    No one told me it was Wednesday, I haven't WOYWWed!! Off to correct this error now.

    ** Kate **

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  54. Zue12 January 2011 at 10:25

    Hi Julia
    I like your tab punch, I think I need one.
    Sue xx

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  55. Cardarian 12 January 2011 at 10:37

    Good start to 2011 - wish mine was but yes at least I am doing things! All the essentials are on the desk so the inspection is done the only thing missing is the glasses! Or maybe I don't see them ha, ha...
    Hugs,
    Cardarian

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  56. Sarah12 January 2011 at 10:39

    Looks like you have been busy, can't wait for a closer look at your project

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  57. Deborah Frings12 January 2011 at 10:40

    Great book on your desk - lovely flowers and the pennant is fab!

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  58. Kathy12 January 2011 at 10:40

    Hi Julia, Your desk looks fab - and how productive are you? :O I'm more ashamed than ever at my procrastination! Anyway, you can see my tidy (relatively) desk, on my blog today - I've panned over a bit to show my photo studio which is currently parked next to my craft desk too

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  59. SYLVIA-ANNE12 January 2011 at 11:15

    Fab. punch Julia - your desk looks really tidy for a change LOL!! Love the glass cutting mat too!
    x Sylvia x

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  60. Sunshine Girl12 January 2011 at 11:21

    I too have finished projects this year! arent we good :) like the look of that punch - I have a little quickutz tab die but havent used it for ages - must dig it out!

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  61. Wiccababe12 January 2011 at 11:29

    oh mine is very definitely a confessional lol
    have a great day Julia
    xx

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  62. Elizabeth12 January 2011 at 11:42

    Hi Julia, running very late this morning, but sometimes it just takes me ages to get going. Like the look of your book on your desk - look forward to seeing more later. And that punch is impressive. I think we may all use our blogs as a confessional occasionally - confession is good for the soul :) Elizabeth #87

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  63. Kirsti12 January 2011 at 12:00

    What a busy desk but still very tidy! love the sound of the punch with the mini tags! Sorry didn't manage to get round anyone last week...was one of those weeks that just went flying by...lol...have a great day...Kirsti xx

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  64. Sue Althouse12 January 2011 at 12:35

    Haven't played for awhile, but I'm back! Now off to surfing what's on everyone else's work desk...

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  65. Mrs A.12 January 2011 at 12:56

    Hello Julia,
    Four way punch sounds good to me.Saves time , saves money. Can someone please tell me what those darn big plastic yellow thingies are that you all have on your desks and what's it for?

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  66. SueH12 January 2011 at 13:11

    Julia, is that the same project you were working on last week? It looks fab by the way!

    Loving the new punch.

    Sue
    x

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  67. Siobhan Brignull12 January 2011 at 13:17

    Hiya, from what you were saying about buying things you have seen on other peoples desks,and knowing I do the same, I think we should nominate you an MBE for services to the british economy, single handedly us crafty ladies could sort this country out, LOL....siobhan no 100

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  68. Ali12 January 2011 at 13:47

    Well done on having completed a project! That's more than I've managed this year! :lol: Well, I tell a lie.. I have managed to make a few thank you cards. But that's it so far! :)

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  69. Susanne12 January 2011 at 13:50

    Isn't it nice how a New Year almost guarantees that we'll be productive (for a while, at least). I need to work on a few cards as well - see ya soon (as the weeks seem to fly by).

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  70. Lothian Crafts12 January 2011 at 14:03

    Hi Julia your desk is looking tidy today and that book looks really good I will have to pop back and see it in more detail.
    Elaine

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  71. olive12 January 2011 at 14:17

    so you can see some of your desk... theres hope for us all! I'm into finding strange/funny paperclips as they make fab embellishments. Happy WOYWW Olive xxxx

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  72. Sherry12 January 2011 at 14:18

    Fantastic punch! Great start to the new year!

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  73. Sassy Scrapper12 January 2011 at 14:36

    Yah Happy What's on your work desk wednesday. I always look forward to this day. Peeking and poking around is so much fun. I love your mat and your punch is pretty. I have a new punch to show on my desk today too. So pop on over and take a look see.
    Hugs Bonnie

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  74. Carola Bartz12 January 2011 at 15:19

    I think many of us - myself included - have our little Wednesday-confessions every now and then. :-)

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  75. She Who Doodles12 January 2011 at 15:37

    wow, your challenge is really growing. you give us such a great opportunity to visit and share. non demanding, i like that. kinda like setting back with a cup of tea and visiting with friends.

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  76. shazsilverwolf12 January 2011 at 16:14

    One extremely untidy desk- sorted out lots of images I have stamped, with the intention of getting a HUGE batch of cards made. Of course, reality may well be different,lol.

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  77. lisa12 January 2011 at 16:46

    What a tidy desk, Julia. I can see your glass mat in all it's glory. May have to get myself one of those, as you will see I have a tendency to bow my green ones!!!
    Hugs Lisa (114)

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  78. shazsilverwolf12 January 2011 at 16:58

    I've posted my desk now- sorry, my puter wanted to restart after updates! How inconvenient, lol.

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  79. Karen12 January 2011 at 17:03

    Love the look of your notebook, such pretty colours.
    Only my 2nd week of WOYWW but I am loving it :)

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  80. Anonymous12 January 2011 at 17:05

    More pictures of the Curious Little Kitten in today's link.

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  81. DW Peot12 January 2011 at 17:13

    Of course Julia! Another Fabulous Wednesday this week and a fun eventful day! Wishing you all a fantastic Wednesday!
    Hugs!
    Deb

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  82. Dragon12 January 2011 at 17:19

    Woo tidy AND a finished project!!! It's a great journal and I love that spotted paper... I have a couple of finished projects too but then I have had an ongoing problem with my connection so time to craft tee hee
    Frankie
    xx

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  83. C12 January 2011 at 17:26

    I've had a glass mat forever and haven't used it in ages...thanks for the heads up, Julia. It's on the workdesk. Love your Ninja tape gun!

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  84. Lavinia12 January 2011 at 17:38

    Phew! Cant belive I just managed to remember it was wednesday! I love the glass mat very good idea, I will have to look out for one of those! Although I have gone a bit mad on the buying front of late! better wait till the CC statement appears! Happy New Year Julia!
    Lavinia
    x

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  85. Barbara Mason12 January 2011 at 17:54

    Glass mat is a great idea -will you be showing more of the book you are working on? I love\hate cars!!!
    Have a better week...
    Barbara

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  86. peggy gatto12 January 2011 at 18:17

    good morning!
    I am showing a project I did for an up coming art retreat!

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  87. Sheilagh12 January 2011 at 18:21

    A glass mat is on my wish list.
    As is the tape gun:)

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  88. Nicky12 January 2011 at 19:32

    Wow I am impressed with your desk still being tidy - great little book - now because of you and yes I am holding you responsible I now want a ATG gun and a glass cutting mat lol

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  89. Angela12 January 2011 at 19:40

    Just found you through Ellen Vargo's blog! What fun! i LOVE the inspiration and seeing what people are working on. Thanks for hosting this.

    Happy Wednesday!

    Angi

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  90. Kyla12 January 2011 at 19:44

    A reasonably tidy desk...very impressed. Love the little book, and a nice lot of cards on the right.
    kyla

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  91. Claire12 January 2011 at 21:27

    Loving your WOYWW, as always. I haven't played along but wanted to stop by & say hi (it would be rude not to:D)
    C
    xx

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  92. Carmen 12 January 2011 at 23:05

    Am glad I'm not the only forgetful one around here :P

    Love the sound of that punch!

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  93. HarmonySweetpea13 January 2011 at 01:06

    I'm kind of late again maybe. Its Thursday in Australia but maybe still very late Wednesday for most of you. Seeing everyone elses desks is very inspiring to get crafting so hopefully next week my desk is completely covered in a new project :-D

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  94. Ohhh Snap13 January 2011 at 03:13

    The glass mat looks lovely and practical :D. Now I'm pining for the tiny tabs punch lol. I got an ATG for Christmas, and I'm in love! I haven't managed to lose it yet, but I hear it can be done lol. Thanks for sharing and reminding me to find my corner chompers for a gift I'm working on.

    #139

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  95. peggy aplSEEDS13 January 2011 at 04:11

    hi, Julia, it seems i didn't get to post the comment i made. anyway, i am amazed at how fast the WOYWW list grows right after your post comes on. people are stalking your blog!
    my, space on your desk and a finished project, good start for the year! happy WOYWW!

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  96. BrossArtAddiction13 January 2011 at 07:06

    Wow, that sure is a mighty big pink punch! And it's funny, those dies were the first thing I noticed still in your little basket from last week...because they have my name spelled on them! Spelled exactly with an E...lol! Love your gorgeous glass mat and that book turned out great! :D

    ♥Tracey♥...ƸӜƷ

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  97. MaggieC (Silvercrafter)13 January 2011 at 12:36

    Love your tidy desk. I wish mine looked like that. I think I will stick to my self heal mat for the time being as there are too many other things I NEED first. I am interested to know if the big tape runner is as easy to use as the little ones.

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  98. Debbie H13 January 2011 at 23:02

    ATG guns at the ready!! Mine is such a thing of beauty to me!!

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  99. Tertia14 January 2011 at 04:06

    With the numbers going wacko this time, I don't know if I've posted a comment here or not. If I didn't happy WOYWW
    Tertia 88

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