Halloween : Good Times
[ knock. knock. : captured Halloween afternoon ]
This first photo is one of those where I feel like I can literally see the passage of time. It's shots like this that feel like a gift, captured in an unsuspecting moment on a day that is all about costumes and candy and craziness. Ah, life. I am so very thankful for that sparkle.
On to the festivities. The hole drilling in the pumpkins worked out pretty well (thanks for all those suggestions earlier in the month). I started with the smaller holes and then tried a spade bit (according to Chris) to create the large holes. It was definitely messy even after cleaning out the insides. If I do it again next year I will go with all larger holes - the smaller ones were too small to let much light through. Not enough glow on the porch with the smaller holes.
Our neighborhood is really pretty mellow on Halloween. Only about 10 or so groups rang the doorbell but each time they did Simon was super excited to answer the door (in costume of course) and have them grab a hand-full from the basket. He spent quite a bit of time just waiting and saying, "Are they coming? Are they coming?"
We did a brief tour around the neighborhood before coming back and watching Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
(or as Simon calls it "#2" - he loves it for the flying car). His favorite thing about Halloween is just seeing the costumes of the other kids and yelling out " Did you see so and so? Did you see them?"
And of course, the costume was on again on Sunday.
December Daily : Amy let me know that Bind it All has some clear file folder acrylic album pieces (7.5 inches x 5 inches) available. I think you do need to punch holes in these yourself using either the Bind It All or a CropADile. These are similar to the album cover I am using except they are clear rather than white.
A warm welcome to my new sponsors: Sweet Pea Ink, Susan Hessler (Close To My Heart Independent Consultant), Oh La La Scrap, and MyScrapChick.com.
STAY TUNED : I've got some exciting things lined up for this week including a special announcement later in the week, a giveaway on Wednesday, some more Week In The Life samples on Thursday, and more.
Have a great Monday.
I agree with everyone else. Simon does look so much older.
You can use a drill next year. I know there are drill bits that can make bigger holes. At least that would be a faster way to do it.
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I love that first pic. And yes he looks so much older, his face has changed and gotten a bit longer I think. He's a very handsome young man. It seem that the little boy is growing up. My son who is 7 was Vader as well. He relished being in that costume and felt quite powerful being in it.
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Simon is so darn cute! Love your hole-y pumpkins, will have to try that next Halloween. Can't wait for all to come this week!
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That first photo of Simon took my breath away! What a great shot, and handsome little man!
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I love seeing photos of Simon as my eldest boy is around the same age. It's so interesting to see them grow right before your eyes. Funny thing was Jake also chose Darth Vader for his Halloween costume. Just wanted to say hi and thank you for all the inspiration you give us. I try to have a go with each project. I am so looking forward to seeing what what you will have us doing in the new year! Love Katherine, England x
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Hi Ali, I'm hoping you can help me? I was looking back at your last years wonderful christmas ideas and I love the christmas ball ornaments. Between my 2 daughters we have 8 teachers to buy for!! I did a rub on and it turned out pretty good (?). I also attempted the quilling one you suggested, mine came out terrible!!!!!!!Any suggestions? I would greatly appreciate it. hugs, Amy
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I'm happy that Simon was able to get out for a little bit and enjoy Halloween and that costume. He sure seems to be getting taller all the time! Just think, next year you'll have 2 little ones for Halloween.
Sue
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Ali, I just want to say I love the quote you have up right now. I don't know if it's been up before (I might have missed it), but it just speaks right to me. Thanks for sharing it. :)
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It's unanimous: Simon is growing up to be a very handsome boy! Can't wait to see how cute Baby Edwards will be :)
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Love your blog Ali--always want to know what is happening here. Love the new picture of Simon too! I finished my December daily already too. Didn't buy a thing for it, although I did go to my lss and cut some chipboard into some cool shapes for some of my pages. I am hoping that I will really use it as my girls are away at college and won't be home til mid month or later but I am determined to do this anyways!! I already know some special days we will have in Dec so I planned pages that will hold more pictures on those days but otherwise made it just as I felt like it Thanks for all of your inspiration!!
Linda
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Ali:
I agree - your first picture of Simon took my breathe away. And boy, the changes your family will going through the next few months. What a fun time! I truly appreciate you sharing your creativity with us. I love the December album idea. Thanks.
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I am amazed at how fast Simon is growing up when I look at the first photo in this post. He is such a handsome young man. I really enjoy your blog, photos, layouts and designs. TFS.
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Simon looks like Harry Potter in that first picture! All he needs is the glasses!!! He is getting so grown up - yikes. Hope you are feeling good. Sher B.
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Ali, Simon is literally growing like a weed. Your little boy is becoming a big boy.
I'm writing to wish you a happy birthday. I read on scrapsupply.com your day is today.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you! Hope you have a nice day.
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Great picture of Simon. It is amazing how quickly they grow and change!
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I love the BIG holes!!! I'll have to try that. The past three years I did the small holes and poked Christmas lights through the holes, turns out super cute!! {Thanks Martha Stewart Living for that idea} Just thought I would pass on the idea.
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Ali, Thanks for the down to earth post. Seeing the picture of Simon made me think about my own children. It's been a struggle today to keep things in perspective. My husband lost his job of 7 years today..this morning at 10am as a matter of fact..7 years almost to the day. Our son Charlie will be 7 on Wednesday. Joe will be home to make him a great birthday breakfast but it will be bittersweet.
Hope all is well with the baby. I am looking forward to getting started on my december album! thanks as always for just being you. Wendy WVG
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ali, not one to usually comment and i see i am thinking what everyone else was.....Simon looks so much older! they seem to grow up overnight. whenever i come to your blog i am always blessed and inspired.thanks for sharing with us.
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Oh how cute and amazing Simon is.
Happy Fall too.
Wanted to tell you a tip for next year.
I made the same pumpkins with larger holes and used a drill and figured out it was messy so tried an apple corer. OMG it worked out amazing and with the cleanest circles..ever.
I made one small pumpkin like a incense burner. With cloves and vanilla stuck in the lid and cinnimon rubbed on it. When you lit the candle it fills your house with a wonderful smell.
Hope you have a WONDERFUL season.
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i found these page protectors with pockets at archivers
http://www.crgibson.com/Default.aspx?Page=2&CategoryID=9&SubCategoryID=52&SubSubCategoryID=280&ProductID=QP12
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also found cool paper from making memories, fa la la collection with # 1-25 on it-very cute
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He is just too awesome! :) And I just love your pumpkins! :D
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cropadile works great on those zutter acrylic pieces! so excited about this album and my LSS is 20% off this week! woohoo! Surprisingly I don't have much christmas stuff in my stash because it is the time of year that I scrap the most! Plus who can live without the MM FALALALA???
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There are those photos that capture a glimpse into the future and what a more grownup child might look like, I have a few of those where my then 10 year old seems older for that second snapped by my camera. I can almost see a teen age Simon in that first sparkle eyed pic!
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Wonderful pumpkins. Very Martha. Love it!
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