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Thursday 9 February 2012

I know it's not just me...

...that has a 'thing' about notebooks and stationery.

I just can't resist pretty, quirky or unusual stationery and I know that there are a lot of crafters out there who are just the same.

I had seen all the hype about "Smash books" but wasn't totally convinced that they were something I would want to buy - that was until I actually saw them and a selection of accessories. Next thing I know, some of the money I had for Christmas was being parted with and I became the owner of this...
...but Christmas was a couple of months ago now and as you will see from the following photos - there isn't a mark or sign of ink anywhere to be seen.
Nothing here...
...or here.
Even the accessories are still in their packaging...
...everything is still as it was when I brought it home.

Why??????????

I just can't bring myself to mark it in anyway in case I 'spoil' it - daft isn't it!

I wanted it, I think it's great...and I can't use it (doh). I'm sure the novelty will wear off but isn't it silly.

Unfortunately, it's not the only 'notebook' that is resisting any in-put from me. This little cutie by Tim Holtz is fabulous. The cover has a lovely fabric texture...
...and I love the colours - but I've taken it out of its wrapping, I've handled it - and that's as far as it has gone.

Please tell me I'm not the only strange person who does things like this LOL...............................

8 comments:

Sandra said...

Oh trust me, you really aren't alone lol

Jules said...

It's definitely not just you! I have so many blank notebooks that are unused. I love the Fancy Pants brag books but have resisted buying one so far, cos I just know I won't be able to bring myself to do anything with it...

Glen said...

Ohh...no you are not the only one Toni. *Ü* What are we like?! LOL. Lovely stash BTW. TFS. ~Glen~

Jenny1676 said...
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Jenny1676 said...

Toni - it's definitely not just you! My friend bought me two beautiful notebooks from Paperchase for Christmas - and although I am using one (supposed to be my "Smash" book) it's all very neat and in the lines!! I can't even stick the photos in at an angle!

Paula - Buenos Aires said...

Drooooooool. What is that thingie on the left? Looks like a date stamp but longer.
Have you read Wreck this journal by Keri Smith? Maybe after using that one you´ll just get into your notebooks.
Or buy a second one to go to town with, start by "ruining it" on the first page. It will ease the tension! :)

scrapbookertink said...

LOL, no not alone, take care, Doreen x

Lynn Stevens said...

hahah come on GF ,what have you got t0o lose ? with your talent they can only get better. most of all have FUN!
Hugs Lynn