Friday, 11 October 2024

Lamali Journals and life!

 Hi there folks. I generally do my weekly catch up at the weekend, but I thought I’d pop a little note on here, as I missed last week.

First, I’m going to start with my pooches. The weather has been lovely. Chilly and full of autumn colours. And the girls are most definitely loving the fact I’ve been at home more. As I type they’re bookending me - it’s cuddles galore. So at least they’re happy.



The change of events has also made me use my planner more than ever. I didn’t think that was possible. I didn’t want to sit around and do nothing. After all, I’m self employed and a freelancer. As such I know being out of the office means no wage - so I can’t take the risk of seeing what happens. I need to make things happen. And they are. Which is actually really exciting. Life is about change, growth, new challenges. And I quite like that. Granted, there are better ways to kickstart a major life shake up - but there’s no way I’m sitting around feeling like this is a holiday. So, the planners looking just peachy.


And then of course, the journals! Oww, these are a thing of beauty. Most definitely one of the most popular things we bring you here at Art Inspirations - they fly off the shelves. Which makes me think of Harry Potter. They look like they belong in a wizarding classroom. Anyway, we launched them this week on what would normally be a Let Leonie Loose show. I say normally. Currently create and craft isn’t broadcasting live. We’re stood down just waiting to see what happens. Apparently there are investors interested - so we’re all standing by to see the next chapter of this story. In the meantime I wanted to just touch base with my lovely customers and do some crafting. Which was great actually. For my pages I used loads of goodies. Ink from Hero Arts, the stunning Art Inspirations Nikolas Tower stamps, sticker from The Happy Planner, one of our Art Inspiration stencils from the new Rodrigo Assi collection, lovely waxes from Pink Ink, and cool rub one from Funky Fossil. I’m so pleased with the results. If you do want to see the demo, you can find it here




As I said, I’ve not sat around just eating and drinking…..granted I’ve done some of that. But I’ve also been chatting to folk, making plans. Lovely Paula did some new photos for me as well, which i just might need for a cheeky announcement at the weekend…….😃🤗😚


17 comments:

Julia said...

Onwards and upwards my lovely! Looking forward to seeing what you get up to xxx

Tina Goodwin said...

Looking forward to all your new plan … love your lives and the chats .

Jill Ashley-Jones said...

Great picture ( Paula is very talented with her photos!!) We are all sending positive vibes to all of you xxx

Anonymous said...

Things happen for a reason, a great crafter like you should be snapoed up. 🤞🤞

Anonymous said...

Make it happen Leonie ❤️ fab photo's xx

Anonymous said...

Wishing you all the best in whatever you do x

Anonymous said...

Cheeky announcement eh, can't wait

Anonymous said...

Hang in there. We are all behind you and the rest of our c&c family xxx

Diane I said...

I do hope good things come your way soon, you deserve it ..... keep planning 😁

Anonymous said...

Love all you demos, I look forward to seeing what you do next.
I got my lovely journal today so pretty :)

Anonymous said...

Looking forward to hearing your news. Miss seeing you and love watching your dems and lives. Here’s to many more to come for you and us 🥰

Anne Lewis said...

Love this wee catch up. Crafting from your kitchen was great, got you, crafting and fur-babies. Things happen for a reason so can't wait to see what you get up to next. Big hug from Scotland x

Anonymous said...

Missing your cheeky banter and wonderful demos on TV but as I work and end up recording most sessions, I'll just switch to watching you Facebook recordings. Just need to switch how I load up the basket so I get the goodies before they fly off the shelves. Gutted I missed your journals, love mine so wanted one of the ones that just flew out. Anyway we adapt, onwards and upwards.

Loti said...

Sending love, excited to see what your new chapter brings! ♥️

Tony Whipp said...

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/154VUrB9Y2/ if you have any spray paint

Tony Whipp said...

Bet the dogs have enjoyed having you at home (from a Blackburn born lad)

Anonymous said...

Miss watching your demos. Hope something great pops up for you soon. Also feel for all the C&C staff hope something good comes for them all. X