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De-tiling is noisy

6 July 2007 by kristarella

The neighbours started de-tiling their bathroom at 8:30 this morning. Possibly about three metres from my head on the other side of the wall. I was going to sleep in today. 🙁

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Andy Warhol’s Marilyns

6 July 2007 by kristarella

Since doing art in high school I’ve had an admiration for different types of art and artists, including Andy Warhol. He’s regarded as a key figure in the Pop Art movement, but really he’s a key figure in art itself and almost a style unto himself. I found this cool page, Web Exhibits, which has […]

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Being sick

5 July 2007 by kristarella

Being sick is always disappointing. I had such grand plans of being productive at work for three days, then having a productive Friday preparing for next week and for the weekend, which is going to be very busy. Instead I was somewhat productive for one day, the rest of the working days are quickly slipping […]

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Ooogh

3 July 2007 by kristarella

I think I have the lurgy. Update: Yep, the sore throat, headache, muscle aches and tingly skin are age-old signs. I was ready to pack up and go home an hour ago, but things seem to have taken a positive turn at work. I think I can suck it up for a little while longer. […]

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Cashbox – personal finance management for Mac OS X

3 July 2007 by kristarella

Due to a few recent events, including not getting paid for six weeks and having $700 worth of stuff stolen, I’ve decided to keep a closer watch on how I spend my money. I’m not promising to be totally stingy, but just being aware of things should help in some way. After much searching I […]

Filed Under: Mac OS X, My life & thoughts Tagged With: free, Free Software

Hoorah for hair straighteners!

2 July 2007 by kristarella

I asked my friend if I could borrow one of her old hair straighteners for a wedding we’re going to next weekend. She said I could have it! Since she has a newer, better one. 😀 I tested it out this morning and it’s great! I think that my hair has a nice natural wave […]

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A triptych of baubles. These are very satisfying t A triptych of baubles. These are very satisfying to paint ❤️💚💙

#watercolor #watercolour #christmas
I have really enjoyed this Christmassy painting! S I have really enjoyed this Christmassy painting! So glad my friend asked me to make some cards for our church helpers, because it set me on a roll!
#watercolor #watercolour #christmas #christmascards #watercolorcards
Had a great Saturday at the GKR Karate State Title Had a great Saturday at the GKR Karate State Titles! I was a sub for @jamesxuereb.me in the Blue Flame Dragons thanks to his sprained ankle; we won first round and came fourth overall!
I did a bunch of judging and officiating, which was really good.
I didn’t place in my individual events, but had a very fun final round of kumite (sparring).

#gkrkarate #karate
More stamping tonight. Even better than last night More stamping tonight. Even better than last night’s!
Did some stamping this evening. Love it! I wish I’d done some pages in other ink colours before I dismantled the stamps 😂
Had an appointment in the city, so I got to visit Had an appointment in the city, so I got to visit the @legocertifiedstores_anz Wicked display!
#wicked #lego #afol #sydney
A little book I made from Bunnings paint sample ca A little book I made from Bunnings paint sample cards. It’s going to be for mini paintings and collages. Sometimes it’s nice to start with a colour rather than a blank white page!
A little while ago I did some swatching of Daniel A little while ago I did some swatching of Daniel Smith and Schminke Horodam watercolours. So soothing! I love some of the granulating colours!
#watercolours
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