Thank goodness for deadlines

Thank goodness for deadlines. Yes, I know, it's counterproductive to worry about time when pursuing a hobby that should help you lose track of it! But I don't think these latest two layouts would have come to fruition if there hadn't been an October 31 cut-off date for their completion. Between planning for, and executing, my three-year-old's birthday party, succumbing to yet another cold, and juggling all the usual domestic duties, the chances of me fitting in some scrapping time seemed slim. Still, here's proof that I managed it. My take on Creative Scrappers' sketch challenges #252 and #253:

FIRST FLUFFY:  This layout started off a little shaky, not least because I didn't have a lot in my stash to work with. I was reasonably happy with it by the end though, especially since it's only the fourth time I've done a layout based on a sketch!

BOYS & THEIR TOYS: I'm still sitting on the fence with this layout, which is apt given the paper stock I used! I started out loving the direction it was going in but wasn't too sure by the time I'd finished. Regardless, I love the photos and the moments they capture of my little boy having quality 'tool time' with his dad.