Updated September 2013 …
Hi everyone!
I am an Aussie mum of 5 – happily married since 1983 to “tbhitw” (the best hubby in the world – Gavin) I live in Tongarra (Shellharbour City) in NSW, Australia – on a 100 acre “pretend” farm … in a stunning part of the world. I have been blessed with 3 beautiful girls & 2 very special boys – Stacey (’86), Shane (’88), Sheree (’90), Skye (’92) & Sandy (’98)! Plus I have 2 (nearly 3) goofy but much loved son-in-laws, Jono (also ’86), Murray (’89) & Mitch (’90). To top that off I have 2 gorgeous grandchildren – Bree (2011) & Seth (2013). I have two lovely sisters – one is my twin! Both my family & my hubby’s families are very close. We all share a special bond in Christ and are committed to honouring him in our lives. My kids are a very important part of my life but are now finally growing up … and so I am finding a little more time to indulge in some of my favourite things!
July ’13 … Skye’s 21st Party (Country Dance) LtoR … Bree, Stace, Jono, Shane, Sandy, ME, Gav, Skye, Mitch, Sheree & Murray! Baby Seth was born 1 mth later.
Jan 2010 – Dolphin Point
I hope I can encourage you to be excited about your own talents & creative gifts. One of the biggest blessings that has come with sharing my love of cardmaking & papercraft here on my blog … is the wonderful friends that I have discovered … who share a similar passion. My blog friends are very special to me! So … thanks for visiting .. and please leave some “blog love” via a comment … to introduce yourself … and share in the fun.
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I spent 3 1/2 fun filled years as a demonstrator with Stampin’ Up! ® and it was a wonderful adventure. It is over 2 years now since I retired from SU! You can read about my decision here if you are interested. -> Farewell SU!
Skye’s Wedding Jan 2014 – Djindi (our farm)
Sheree’s Wedding Dec 2012 – Novotel North Beach, Wollongong
Dec 2006 – Stacey’s Wedding – Ravensthorpe, Albion Park
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I am so glad you stopped by! It is always a thrill to me to meet new blog friends … so I do hope you will leave a comment on one of my recent posts and say hi!
I treasure every one of my blog friends!!!
Email: enchantinkAToptusnetDOTcomDOTau
May 3, 2008 at 4:28 pm
Go mum!! You’re more net savvy than me!! I like the photo you put up. And scrap the “self-taught” stuff- its just natural ability!!
So am I your first comment-maker?
xo
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May 4, 2008 at 3:39 pm
Your blog looks great so far. I hope you have time to add to it as I am really looking forward to seeing what you will add!
Your addictiveness is obviously catching. I have really enjoyed being one of your “groupies” trying to get to as many workshops/demos as I can. It’s so much fun learning a new technique each time. It’s amazing how many different things you can do with stamps! I think I am ready to throw out most of my other card making paraphanalia (is that how you spell it?) and just confine myself to stampin up – it’s so versatile! Thanks for introducing me to this! (Though don’t tell Ian how much I’ve spent!)
Everyone I send home made cards to are so impressed! I think it means a lot when someone gets a unique card “made with love”!
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May 5, 2008 at 12:51 pm
Thanks Stace & Christine for my first posts!!! Your encouragement & enthusiasm is just fantastic. I hope you check back often for my regular updates!
Stampin’ Hugs
Andrea
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May 5, 2008 at 7:03 pm
Yet again you have excelled love your blog. One small problem with your new career is I have to stamp to see you (just kidding)
Good Luck
Sue x
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May 6, 2008 at 2:27 pm
Andrea, your blog looks fabulous! Your passion for Stampin’ Up is definitely rubbing off on me and everyone else 🙂 – I love everything about Stampin’ Up, and one thing I particularly enjoy about it is that it’s a great way to share quality times with your friends. I wish you all the best with everything! Can’t wait to see what you are up to next!
Mel xoxoxo
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May 7, 2008 at 6:08 pm
Hi Andrea,
I can’t believe how talented you are. I feel quite pathetic. Very impressed with your page/blog? Wished I could have made it on Saturday to your open house. I have been having fun with my stampin up stuff – thought I had been getting a bit done, until I saw the photoes of all your work. Hope to catch up with you soon.
Love Julie.
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May 8, 2008 at 5:21 pm
HEY MUM IN LAW! YOU ROCK
I only have one criticism.
If you had a photo with ME in it, your sales would increase like 200%
Hugs,
Jono.
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May 19, 2008 at 2:56 pm
So … Jono … the pic is there! Happy now???
Hugs, Andrea
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May 22, 2008 at 9:20 am
Hi Andrea,
I think the photo of Jon looks really great, I am positive it will increase your sales dramatically. He is so good looking. I believe he takes after his mother. Hope you are all feeling better.
Love Julie A.
Andrea adds: For those who haven’t yet worked it out … Julie A is Jono’s mum!!! 🙂
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April 18, 2009 at 1:05 am
Andrea you have a lovely & very happy family there. You lucky girl 🙂
hugs
Andrea adds: Yes … Tan … am very blessed! 😀
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