http://alisonslife-in-the-slow-lane.blogspot.com/ Life in the Slow Lane: JYC Update

Monday, 5 December 2011

JYC Update

On receiving Shimelle's first prompt, I changed my mind about how I was going to proceed! My original plan was an 8x8 AC album, but I have now decided to make an 8x6 album and keep it VERY simple. I am going to have a photograph on the front of each page, and journal on the back.


DAY 2 




I may go back and add some embellishments to the journalling side of each page.

DAY 3



I haven't made my manifesto page yet, but will get to it!

Today I managed to get the main Christmas Tree up and decorated.


I always forget how long it takes to assemble our trees, and grumble all the time I'm doing that part, but I love getting the ornaments out..there are so many memories  wrapped up with each one!

Hope your decorating is going well...though I know that some of you wait a while yet before starting.

Thanks for dropping by!
Take care of you
Alison xx
Posted by Alison at 22:42
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16 comments:

  1. scrappyjacky5 December 2011 at 23:02

    I particularly like your card page,Alison....and the very thoughtful journaling.
    Our tree will go up this weekend.

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  2. Sandra5 December 2011 at 23:08

    Great looking album, and how funny I was just going to say what a fun shot you took of the cards - my fav page I think ..... So far :)

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  3. Jane5 December 2011 at 23:17

    I'm trying to keep it simple too, that way it might get finished!

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  4. Lou5 December 2011 at 23:55

    i too like your christmas card page and a very pretty christmas tree x

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  5. Ella Swan6 December 2011 at 01:02

    Perfect Alison - I agree the simpler the better!!

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  6. Ginger6 December 2011 at 06:44

    Your pages are wonderful Alison, and I agree with Jacky about the thoughtfulness of your journaling on the cards. I do love having the sun shine on me in December, but i wouldn't be caught dead sitting outside with a cup a coffee ;)

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  7. Anonymous6 December 2011 at 08:36

    Your album is coming along a treat Alison. We normally put our decorations up on the first Sunday in December and it is a job that David and Gracia enjoy. So this year it will change to our new tradition of the first Sunday that Gracia is home which will be the 18th!

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  8. Tracy6 December 2011 at 11:10

    Hi Alison,
    Great pages and wow you are super organised with you cards and your tree is beautiful!!
    Brrrrr freezing here in Scotland today please send me some warm sunshine,lol.

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  9. Linda6 December 2011 at 11:20

    I love the simplicity of your album Alison! Love your tree!! We're getting ours at the weekend:)

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  10. Sian6 December 2011 at 13:31

    Clever plan - that way the photos and the journaling both have their own importance. It's looking really good so far!

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  11. Lisa-Jane6 December 2011 at 15:50

    I love the reflection in the table in the photo of the pile of cards - vary artsy and effective. I haven't started my cards yet... shh!

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  12. Deb @ PaperTurtle6 December 2011 at 15:57

    I love the looks of your Christmas album so far, Alison. I was really struck by your journaling with regard to the cards you send. Normally I wouldn't understand those feelings, but I must admit to having a few of those "no reason to celebrate" moments myself this year. But the truth is, I do have so much to celebrate even during the tough/sad times - just have to remind myself here and there!

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  13. gracescraps@gmail.com6 December 2011 at 17:57

    I love how your Dec. Daily is so personal!! Love the scene photo!! ~ Blessings

    http://gracescraps.blogspot.com/

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  14. Anonymous6 December 2011 at 23:31

    Your stack of cards is impressive. Lovely pages.

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  15. Jimjams7 December 2011 at 09:31

    A great start to your album Alison!
    Loved the card one's journalling.

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  16. Unknown7 December 2011 at 15:50

    Your journal entries look great. I love your tree. We managed to put ours up today.

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