Archi-scraps May - SERENITY

Hi Ladies!

Here is my entry this month for the Archi-scraps challenge. 

You can find Archi-scraps here.

Extra criteria is MISTING

Here is my entry...

SERENITY

Photo of yachts moored along the Mediterranean Coast.

Close up of my 'Seaside' cluster!

Julene would love to see more entries this month

So get cracking only 2 days left to get your entry in!!

Cheers
Shazza xx

Feeling Sketchy #89

Wow! I got top pick for my entry at Feeling Sketchy for May!

 

Hi Ladies!

Here is my entry for Feeling Sketchy's #89, if you would like to join in you can find the site here.

Debi Clark has just taken over as the new owner 

and she would love to see lots of entries this month.

 Here is mine....

'Feeling Messy' 

 

TFL

Shazza 

xx

Feeling Sketchy #86

Hi Ladies!

Here is my entry for Feeling Sketchy's #86, if you would like to join in you can find the site here.

Debi Clark is the new owner and she would love to see lots of entries this month.

Here is mine....

CAT-I-TUDE

TFL

Shazza 

xx

Archi-scraps April

Here is my entry for the April  Archi-scraps challenge. 

You can find the challenge here.

This month they have something fresh and green for this month's stimulus picture.

  Can you guess what the extra criteria is????

TRIANGLES

 

Use triangles on your layout however you like.

 

Here is my take on the challenge called...

 

'Way Back Then' 

I cut out fabric triangles and layered them a bit differently down the page. 

I added velum over a few to give them a muted look.

 

 

Thanks for a lovely challenge this month Julene!

TFL

Shazza

I know you're out there somewhere

Here is my latest Song/Lyric challenge at Soul Scrappers. 

I would love you to join in!

Now!! let me introduce you to.....

The Moody Blues

The Moody Blues are an English rock band. Among their innovations was a fusion with classical music, as heard in their 1967 album Days of Future Passed.
The Moody Blues have sold more than 70 million albums worldwide and have been awarded 14 platinum and gold discs. As of 2014 they remain active with one member from the original band from 1964 and two more from the 1967 lineup.

 

MOODY BLUES LYRICS

 

"I Know You're Out There Somewhere"
I know you're out there somewhere
Somewhere, somewhere
I know I'll find you somehow
Somehow, somehow
And somehow I'll return again to you
The mist is lifting slowly
I can see the way ahead
And I've left behind the empty streets
That once inspired my life
And the strength of the emotion
Is like thunder in the air
'Cos the promise that we made each other
Haunts me to the end
I know you're out there somewhere
Somewhere, somewhere
I know you're out there somewhere
Somewhere you can hear my voice
I know I'll find you somehow
Somehow, somehow
I know I'll find you somehow
And somehow I'll return again to you
The secret of your beauty
And the mystery of your soul
I've been searching for in everyone I meet
And the times I've been mistaken
It's impossible to say
And the grass is growing
Underneath our feet
I know you're out there somewhere
Somewhere, somewhere
I know you're out there somewhere
Somewhere you can hear my voice
I know I'll find you somehow
Somehow, somehow
I know I'll find you somehow
And somehow I'll return again to you
[Interlude:]
You see I know you're out there somewhere
O yes I know you're out there somewhere
You see I know I'll find you somehow
O yes I know I'll find you somehow
the words that I remember
From my childhood still are true
That there's none so blind
As those who will not see
And to those who lack the courage
And say it's dangerous to try
Well they just don't know
That love eternal will not be denied
I know you're out there somewhere
Somewhere, somewhere
I know you're out there somewhere
Somewhere you can hear my voice
I know I'll find you somehow
Somehow, somehow
I know I'll find you somehow
And somehow I'll return again to you
Yes I know it's going to happen
I can feel you getting near
And soon we'll be returning
To the fountain of our youth
And if you wake up wondering
In the darkness I'll be there
My arms will close around you
And protect you with the truth
I know you're out there somewhere
Somewhere, somewhere
I know you're out there somewhere
Somewhere you can hear my voice
I know I'll find you somehow
Somehow, somehow
I know I'll find you somehow
And somehow I'll return again to you

 Youtube video -HERE

Here is my example page...

I used the line 'I know You're out there somewhere'

  ENTRIES must be uploaded and tagged by 7 pm Eastern time by Wednesday 30th April

Cheers 

Shazza 

 

Reflections of Hasan!

Here is my contribution to Hasan for.....

April 6th 2014: Raphael's Birthday - and a Day for Hasan Niyazi

Hasan sent this to Ed on his 37th birthday.  It is the Niccolini-Cowper Madonna in the National Gallery in Washington.

 

'US'

 Hasan and I met in August 2000, and we lived together til July 2013 (13 years)! Wow! what a great life we shared together, we enjoyed much of the same things, movies, art, nature, soccer, travel and eating out at restaurants. The only thing we didnt share was our taste in music, Hasan was into ...Well I call it 'weird stuff', and I was still stuck in the 70's (Skyhooks, Dragon, Little River Band etc...)  lol

As much as I loved the passion Hasan had for Raphael, I think a lot of it will be covered by his art historian close friends on this special Raphael/Hasan Day, and to tell you the truth I am a bit 'Raphaeled Out', as I had Raphael in my life daily for many years remember. :) We had Raphael all over the house, from books, prints, even a fairing of 'Madonna of the Goldfinch' to little framed Raphaels.....the list goes on. Hasan would always read me bits and pieces from his extensive book collection on Raphael.

So my blog piece will just be from the heart with photos, poems and drawings that Hasan left me, and now make up the memories that I cherish the most. I am a scrapbooker, memory keeper (or as Hasan used to say...'Hoarder'). Scrapbooking is a method for preserving personal and family history in the form of a scrapbook. Typical memorabilia include photographs, printed media, and artwork. Scrapbook albums are often decorated and frequently contain extensive journaling. 

 

 Hasan and his beloved Astro

A sketch Hasan drew of me back in 2001

 

A poem he sent me in a card back in 2001. I loved his handwriting

The poem says...

I miss my girl, I miss her smile,

Though she's only been gone a little while, 

I love her laugh, I love her voice,

 I love her hugs and kisses of course,

Still most of all, I love her heart,

So kind and giving from the start,

What's better still is she loves me, 

So my smile is true, just wait and see 

03/01/2001

 

 

 

A recent Hasan selfie

This was my 2013 prediction for Hasan....

Journaling says.....

1) Stay fit and healthy

2) Finish a major part of your 'Raphael' project 

3) Go on a nice holiday with me :)

4) Be a fabulous uncle to your new nephew Taylan

 

One of the last selfies, Hasan took of himself.

He's looking very daper, don't you think?

 

Hasan 'Best Man' at Dave and Zalaks wedding 

Another poem....

 

Hasan in Pattaya' Thailand in 2005 with his two cheeky friends! 

 

Hasan with 'Chloe' in the background

 

Photos taken at Monselvat in 2013

 

Way back in 2000 - He always said the nicest things :)

 

 Our trip to 'Playa Del Carmen' Mexico in 2006

Hasan standing in front of 'Chitzinitza'

OMG!! - I remember that day vividly it was about 50 degrees in the shade!!!

 

Astro's first birthday!! lol 

 Tuna cake...MEOW!!!

I just had to add this page of Hasans beloved Astro

 

Hasan in Florence 2013

Lunch at Abbortsford Convent in Collingwood 2012

Frosty fruit share 2012 :)

Once upon a time I kissed a frog and fell in love with the handsome Prince!

 

Another poem from Hasan...

When things are meant to be, 

Angels will see it to be done,

So long have I searched and dreamed, 

For the love from that special one...

A smile and a blessing you are to my heart,

Like sunshine on a beautiful day,

Beside you Sharon my joy is so true,

In my heart you will forever stay..

On that note I would like to say, that Hasan has not left my side since he passed away. He is still with me in the course of my day, every place I go and every place I look--and this is a great source of strength and comfort :)

by

Shazza xx

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Valentines Day #14 with Hasan

I would have loved to have put this post up on Valentines Day but my computer was playing up...all fixed now :)

I kept up tradition and made a handmade card for Hasan for Valentines Day, as he will always be in my heart and never forgotten. The single rose is from Hasan to me.....he told me to buy some flowers on Valentines day from him :) In death he is still caring and loving and I could feel his presence with me on Valentines Day.

 Jenna my DD bought me the beautiful heart pillow and the champagne glasses filled with chocolates, Jarred my DS made me breakfast in bed :)

Here are some photos from Hasan and My first ever Valentines day back in 2001. We stayed the night at the downtowner in Lygon St Carlton. there is also some photos of my first Valentines gift to Hasan... 'The Lady of Shalott' (Waterhouse) framed print, which remained a beautiful centre piece hanging in our lounge room.

Photos taken from the 'Lovey Book' I made Hasan back in 2001

It's so nice to have these wonderful memories of our journey together....

Love to All

Shazza xxx

Missing Hasan at Christmas time....

It's been a very sad time leading up to Christmas and not having Hasan enjoying the Festive Season with me this year...... He loved celebrating Christmas with my family and loved opening his presents from under our christmas tree (he always wanted to open them early! :)

Here are some photos taken of Hasan on Christmas Day 2012 at my brothers (Craigs) home, where we had our hot christmas lunch :) Always a lovely day spent with your loved ones....

Miss you Hasan....

Love Shazza

xxx

REFLECTIONS at the HUT!

Hi Ladies!!

This months challenge at the scrapbooking Hut is hosted by the lovely Nicole Knopke! Her challenge is to use something reflective on your layout!!

Here is her example page where she cut up a CD and gessoed (is that a word!) it to her page. It just looks fabulous!!

Yep...that's her...pink hair and pink tutu!!

The border around the photo is the CD that she cut up and attached to her layout with gesso.

and here is my take on her challenge called 

'Rainy Day Reflections'

  I used a reflective photo and also the back of some bling drops that were reflective

If you would like to join in the challenge and see some more fabulous subs from the creative team please click HERE

Cheers

Shazza

RIP my Love!

To my Soul Mate, Partner of 13 years and best friend, whom I just loved and adored..... 

Hasan Niazi who passed away on the 28th October 2013. Life without him will never be the same....

ARTastic Guest DT and DT call

Hi Ladies!

Would you like to be part of the team at ARTastic for 2014....YES!! 

Well this is your chance to apply.

Please see all the details here.

cheers

Shazza

Dream Catcher fun at 'The Scrapbooking Hut'

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Hi Ladies!

Come join in the fun at 'The Scrapbooking Hut' this Oct/Nov. 

Welcome to the first challenge from our all new Design Team....and yes! .....I have the privilege of being the first hostess!

Woohoo!!! :)

My challenge is to add a Dream Catcher to your page....

it can big or small. You can make it from anything you like.

Dreamcatchers are getting more and more popular in the scrapbooking world, Glitz Design already incorporated them in their new Wild & Free collection. So - why not create your own one?!
Dreamcatchers are ment to change a person´s dreams, to keep the bad dreams away and let the positive ones come through.
I do not only love the meaning of dreamcatchers, but also the way they look. I love the feathers and leaves hanging down.
This is a page I did recently with a small dream catcher attached to the left hand side of the page. Made from metal,chain and skeleton leaves.

DREAM

Here is my example page

'GO'

and a close up!

The Creative Team have done a wonderful job of the challenge, so if you would like to join in and get some fabulous inspiration...the challenge can be found here.

Come and have some fun!

Cheers

Shazza 

OCTOBER on ARTastic...

Please join us this month at ARTastic

Oh my goodness it's October already.  Come on fess up ... who's already bought Christmas presents !!

This month we feature Salvation by Mia Taninaka.

Criteria - Wood and/or feathers (real or otherwise)

 

A little about Mia Taninaka.  The little girl who once painted a forest all over her bedroom walls has grown up to be a wizard of fine line and expansive colour. Sydney born, Mia now lives and creates in the calm and elemental Bali. Painting predominantly with acrylics, watercolour and ink, Mia currently exhibits throughout Australia and Asia, always looking to expand her horizons. She likes to draw and paint on found wooden objects and panels, creating stunning colourful imaginative works inspired by her Japanese heritage and Australian roots.

 

Here is my example page..

 

 

I used a wooden camera and wooden person on my layout.

 

 We would love you to join in!

Cheers

Shazza