Silpat Mat

Silpat mat

Instructions for use

I finally got a real silpat baking mat and I've used to to warm up some slices of pizza and it worked fine! I am very happy with the product so far.

I had problems using another no name mat.

Signs of Spring

Here are some first signs of spring captured in the neighbourhood last week!  My friend S and I went for a frigid walk yesterday but at least the cold weather alert had been lifted.  We enjoyed the last day of the free small coffees at McDonald's.  I am sure the employees will be relieved as it is a busy week when that offer runs.

It's the time of year when we receive and gather all of our tax receipts.  The deadline for filing is April 30, 2017.

Sunday Sketches - Cake

It's time for Sunday Sketches! This piece is called 'cake' done in acrylic (6" x 6").  It is on good quality textured beige cardstock. 

A new flavour

I noticed they have a new guacamole flavour of Doritos and decided to try it. It tastes very similar to their nacho flavour with a hint of guacamole.

It is freezing the past few days, maybe I will stay indoors today.

Paint Party Friday - Flowers

Greeting Card scan

Greeting Card Photo

Envelope scan

Envelope Photo

Welcome to Paint Party Friday! I did a flowered greeting card on textured yellow cardstock (4 1/4" x 5 1/2"). I started drawing mistakenly on the white envelope first, so I decided to post it as well.  I used a Pilot extra fine gold permanent pen for the outlines.  Unfortunately the scans don't do justice to the pinks I used.

I just had an idea to give this card to my friend on the occasion of her 60th birthday which happens to be today!

A Lovely Surprise

We received this lovely handmade card in the mail recently. It was from my sister and her kids who visited in January. They live in California. Her daughter made the card and it was signed by all of them thanking us for our hospitality.

Scribble Picnic - Cabin

Welcome to Scribble Picnic's 'Cabin' theme! This painting is done in acrylic on cardstock (4 1/2" x 6 1/2"), inspired by a photo I saw of the Himalayan mountains. I am happy with the depth it adds to the cabin piece.

Wow, it's March now.