Friday, July 4, 2014

I'm Back!!

In the land of blog land, there's this blog that been deserted for a while. Then, one day... knock... knock. Oh yay, there's a knock on the portal! Anyone here? 

I am back!! Anyone miss me? Okay, don't answer that question, because if you say no you'd just burst my happy bubble. Anyway, I've been MIA from blog land for a wee bit as I took some time off to visit my family in Indonesia. So, the blog kind of neglected there while life happens. :)

This trip was a big deal for us as on this trip hubby and I finally get to meet our niece, Shakira who was born about one and a half years ago. I have waited for this from the day she was born. When I finally hold her, goodness, I have to remind myself don't go crazy, like don't hog and kiss her all the time otherwise she'll think she has crazy aunt.  I mean, I could just hug and kiss her sweet face all day long!! Shakira is the only baby in the Wirianta's family, so needless to say, she's the center of our love & attention. ;)

Second, this the first time hubby made the trip to my home country and finally  meet my whole family. I mean, he met my mom and brothers of course, but he still hasn't met my SIL who couldn't make it to our wedding back then. My SIL is a big part of my family as I have known her since I was a kid and I consider her as my own sister. So, yep, we finally get to take the complete family picture.

There's plenty of picture of course and I'll  be sharing those soon. I am an auntie in love with her niece, so yes, I'll be sharing pic of my li'l princess. :)

I came home sick and had to go back to work right away, so I really haven't play in my craft room, yet. But, I have this cute card that I made for i {heart} papers before I left. This card was inspired by Japanese Kokeshi doll.



The doll was cut using Silhouette and I dressed up the kimono using Wplus9 Fresh Cut Florals and More Fresh Cuts

Isn't she adorable? I always have a love for Japanese Kokeshi doll. Never had one, but I always love the look. And, to my delight, during our transit in Tokyo, I finally get to buy a real Kokeshi doll. I only get the small one as stuff in Tokyo is so darn expensive! They have many super cute stuff that I was goo goo ga gah over them, but boy, looking at the price... hm...  never mind. 

Speaking about price. A little bit of enabling. If you want to replenish your craft supplies, check out i {heart} papers moving sale that's going on right now. Everything in the store is 30% off!! You better hurry, as many of the stuff would go pretty quick.

Well, that's it from me for now. I'll be back with more stories. Happy 4th!!

7 comments:

Shelly said...

LOVE this!!! So cute! And welcome back! :) Glad to hear your trip was amazing! And hopefully you're feeling better now! ;) Happy 4th to you...enjoy!

Katie Gehring said...

Welcome back Vera! I enjoyed seeing the updates of your trip and time with your family on FB! I am sure the fur-babies are so happy that their mom is back too! Your doll is darling. I love how you dressed up her kimono with the stamps! I hope you have a wonderful holiday weekend! :)

Leigh Penner said...

Oh, this is so sweet!

Sherri Everett said...

Adorable project, Vera! I'm so glad you're back and that you had a great trip. You deserve it! Can't wait to peruse your blog more...I've been away too long!

Julie C. said...

Cute card, Vera! Glad you had a wonderful time. It's always good to be back home. Can't wait to see more of your family photos and hear all about your trip. Of course, and your great cards too! ^_^

Lalo said...

ADORABLE!!!

~amy~ said...

Welcome Back Vera!
I bet you loved and thoroughly enjoyed your vacation! So much fun seeing the pictures you posted on FB!

ADORABLE card! You make me want to dust off my cameo!

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