Monday, February 4, 2019

A Big Dash of Red


 And what a month so far, from snow and frigid cold to a high of 64 F with abundant sunshine today going up to almost 60F tomorrow! Of course it makes me very happy to see the snow melt away.
 This is a digital app (PhotoFunia) I used to put a pic of my flower painting on the wall. Fun to play with! I'll share my complete painting in another post. Joining Moo Mania and More with this for the theme of "squares".

 Yes, it was "Super Bowl" Sunday here in the US. We did have the game on, but honestly, I don't have much interest in it, and apparently this wasn't even an interesting game to many who typically watch. I chose to doodle on my calendar pages much of the time:) But, congrats to the Pats!

 Been doing lots of cardmaking- completing my Valentine cards and making a handful of anniversary cards I need to have on hand. The following two anniversary cards are meant for the Simon Wednesday Challenge (Anything Goes):


 Quick and easy cards to make:)
Products: large Ivory notecards (Canvas Corp); patterned cardstock- hearts (Websters Pages), patterned floral note card (DCWV); Versafine Onyx Black ink; Stitched circles dies, Assorted Moonshine sequins, clear stamp sentiment (Forever After set)-Simon Says Stamp; pink, heart sequins, paper flower ACMoore.

 My next project is meant for the Simon Monday Challenge (Add Some Red. Featured company is Inky Antics), and Tag Tuesday (Hearts):


 Products: manila tag (Ranger); white card stock; patterned paper (DCWV); Long Hair Flair clear stamp set (Inky Antics); Versafine Onyx Black ink; Tim Holtz Small Talk Occasions stickers; washi tape (Recollections); white gesso; dictionary page, paper bits, button, flower and rhinestone from my stash.

 All these projects have me hungry so I'll pause to share with the T Stands For Tuesday peeps the recent lunch I had at McCarthy's Red Stag Pub with my BFF:


We shared a pot of Casablanca tea ( loose mixture of raspberries, apples, strawberries, hibiscus and flower petals) which was delicious- not too floral or sweet tasting). 



 I got the small portion (homemade chips not such a small portion is it? I couldn't finish them even though they were sinfully good!) turkey melt which was just enough and so good.

 And now I have a journal page which I will share with Art Journal Journey (this month's theme is "the colour yellow"), hosted by Rike :


 This was also another collage I shared on Instagram for the "useitupfillitup" challenge last month. It really got me digging into my ephemera bins and using what I had been saving- like this beautiful postcard, butterfly, lace border patterned paper, and textured blue paper. The washi tape and sentiment are Dina Wakley.

 Linking to Paint Party Friday too!

 That's it for me for now. Thanks for all your visits- much appreciated! And don't forget , if you're on Instagram I'd love to connect with you there too:)

" May the world be kind to you, and may your own thoughts be gentle upon yourself." 
                                                 Jonathan Lockwood Huie

49 comments:

  1. We are having that same warm weather after brutally cold weather just a couple of days ago. Isn't this one strange winter? I am loving all that art today too. What a beautiful tag. That lady is great. ANd a yummy lunch too. Those homemade chips are always a favorite for me, but I don't get them very often. HAve a wonderful T day Linda. Hugs-Erika

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  2. Where do I start ~ LOL ~ at the beginning ~ Love how you did that digital art to put your own painting on the wall of it ~ Yes, boring Pats game but they won !

    Be back later to comment some more ~ ^_^

    Happy Day to you,
    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  3. What a great idea ~ have your own Anniversary card creations ~ you are always so prepared with wonderfully creative cards ~ ^_^

    Back soon,
    Happy Day to you,
    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  4. Oh your art is beautiful Linda. Love that splash of red! xx

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  5. Beautiful art, always love what you make, but the heart tag is my fave - thanks so much for linking to Tag Tuesday again, much appreciated. Those crisps look divine with the lovely dip, yummy! Happy T Day, hugs, Valerie

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  6. Wonderful art this Tuesday again dear Linda! You are such a talented and busy artist! I like this great digital piece with your handpainted flowers included- so happy to see you at Moo Mania & More! Thank you for your support! The wonderful page for Art Journal Journey just makes one happy! Thanks so much for joining Rike's theme! Much appreciated! This anniversary cards are so beautiful and the heart tag is gorgeous ! This blend of tea sounds just heavenly and the plate looks really good!
    HAPPY T-Day dear Linda and have a great week!!
    We have sun today and I so hope that all this snow will melt soon. But I fear this winter has a tight grip on us this year.

    Big hugs, Susi

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  7. wonderful artwork, linda. first i thought the yellow hair on the tag would be for ajj, but the Collage is also fantastic!! love all the elements! happy t-day!

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  8. You have been busy with the wonderful cards, tag and the very beautiful yellow page. The food looks very interesting and like nothing I have ever tried.

    Have a very happy T Day

    Love Chrissie xx

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  9. Gorgeous artwork that you made. I especially like the card with the red and yellow flowers. The food looked delicious. Just the name "Casablanca tea" sounds magical! (It makes me think of the movie.) The Super Bowl game was kind of boring: both defenses held the offenses, so not much was happening. Happy T-Day!

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  10. You made a wonderful collage with some sewing and this beautiful postcard, butterfly, lace border patterned paper and textured blue paper!
    Thank you very much for linking to my theme "Yellow" at Art Journal Journey!
    Wish you a happy day! Rike

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  11. Beautiful art projects Linda, the first one welcoming February is a joy to see on a very cold day like it is here.
    The meal you had looks delicious as well.
    Happy T day wishes. Yvonne xx

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  12. You always have so much to share, Linda. Somehow I feel like a slacker when I read how much you have accomplished each week. Your calendar page is beautiful, your tag is divine, and your anniversary cards are incredible. Of course, I have to pay special tribute to the piece you made for Rike's theme at Art Journal Journey. I really LOVE the sewing you used on it, too. Thanks for sharing it with us there.

    I want some Casablanca tea. It sound delicious. What a unique combination of fruity goodness. Your turkey melt looks good, as do those chips. Thanks for sharing your incredible art, your tea, and your lunch with us for T this Tuesday.

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  13. beautiful cards and delicious homemade chips
    have a great day

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  14. Crazy weather. Today supposed to get near 60 and tomorrow night sleet coming in. Happily this month always seems to go by quickly. Lovely eye candy today. Love the painting on the wall. Your tag and journal page are so Spring-y. I never heard of Casablanca tea, sound delicious and seems Springy-as well. I think I have Spring fever. Happy T Day

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  15. So many wonderful art pieces! I love your makes especially your journal page, the collage and colours are fabulous 😁. ThatTloojs aalively meal too - yum! Wishing you a happy T Day! J 😊 x

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  16. Such a beautiful array of art Linda, and your crisps look very tasty! xx

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  17. Your meal sounds and looks divine, but that is a lot of chips!
    Beautiful art, as always.
    Happy T-day

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  18. Glad you are having warmer weather.... hope it lasts.

    Lovely art Linda... that tag is so pretty.

    Food looks great too....

    Karen :)

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  19. Love that red wall AND your flower painting, Linda. Your tag with the cute heart button is darling. Beautiful collage. My, you've been inspired this past week!

    Happy T-day! Eileen xx

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  20. Wow Linda your roses look so gorgeous on that red wall, nice idea to place them there. I also love your Tag with that sweet girl. The yellow hairs are percfect for AJJ theme too. But your really yellow page looks so nice on that blue background. I love the heart tape and the big orange butterfly. Wonderful Artworks!
    Dear Greetings
    Sabine

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  21. I so love your tag and journal page! Those chips look yummy...

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  22. Your red page is wonderful. Then you did cards, a tag and a journal page. Boy, you have been busy! Lovely projects.
    My mouth weatered at your chips (which we call crisps, chips are fries) and whatever other little yummy morsel there was on your plate.
    Happy (belated) T-Day,
    Lisca

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  23. The digital art looks like fun. I'm going to look at that app :)

    I've never heard of Casablanca tea, but it sounds delicious. The teapot looks striking on the table. Happy late T Day

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  24. Love the art this week. i really need to get in gear if I am going to get any Valentine's Cards made!!!
    We have been having the same ups and downs in weather as you . It's nice to get rid of the snow but it's hard on the body with the constant changes.
    Thanks for stopping by to visit for T Day. I am slowing getting around to visit with everyone.
    Carol

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  25. Tag art is wonderful collage work ~ ^_^

    Happy Day to you,
    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  26. Wonderful YOu is so lovely ~ great creation!

    Happy Day to you,
    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  27. Some beautiful makes, Linda. I love the details on your journal page and the image on your tag. Your tea looks and sounds delicious! I love fruit teas.
    And your digital art looks exactly like a place I would love to visit. Beautiful!
    Happy Belated Tea Day,
    Kate

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  28. Happy PPF and have a great weekend, hugs, Valerie

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  29. Wonderful art and creativeness.
    You also made me hungry :)
    Happy PPF!

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  30. Beautiful art and lovely drawings. Your photography is delightful! I, too kind of watched the Super Bowl. I accomplished a lot during the game... LOL

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  31. I love each of your art pieces. Beautiful!
    Happy PPF 😃

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  32. They are all lovely projects I really like the tag

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  33. lovely quote at the end, I will use that. Beautiful heart art this week Linda, glad it has warmed up where you are.

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  34. Glad the snow is melting and hour weather is warming up. Enjoyed all your art.
    Happy you dropped by my blog
    (Sure you dont want some of my fridge magnets? We can swap for dome of your tags. E mail me)
    Much💟love

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  35. I really like the idea of a journal. Lovely!

    (ツ) from Cottage Country Ontario , ON, Canada!

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  36. Wonderful art Linda. I enjoy your collage. I am back only because I gave in to Chrome. If I want to "play" on Paint Party Friday, I have to have Chrome. No more grousing. Happy PPF

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  37. Your artwork is always so bright and lively. I love all of these, and I'll have a cup of that tea - when you're ready.

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  38. you made a lovely card with your saved bits of ephemera.

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  39. How lovely to digitally place your artwork upon that wall Linda, how lovely if we could do this for real. You inky antic's tag is fab, they are super images aren't they?
    I have a list of cards to make, so many birthdays over the next few months. I need to get a move on.
    You journal page with it's sewn pieces and vibrant butterfly is marvellous.
    Happy PPF Hugs Tracey x

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  40. Lunch and tea sounds delightful with your BFF ~ and always beautiful art creations!

    Happy Day to you,
    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  41. Beautiful work. I especially love the tag girl!

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  42. Lovely mixed media works! And your flower painting looks so pretty and vibrant!

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  43. Girrrrl!! You know I love your skills and you always make my stamp images shine! This blondie is such a beauty and I especially like the way you made her dress. Brilliant incorporation of red!!

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  44. all your art is beautiful. the hearts tag is especially charming. thanks for linking at tag tuesday! happy valentine's day! xo

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  45. adorable card Linda, love her heart inspired dress, thank you so much for sharing with us at Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge, hugs kath xxx

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  46. Great art again!
    Snow is melting here too - it was raining at the weekend, today it's still a bit rainy...good because we've had enough of snow! :)

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  47. Lovely cards. The tag and the journal page are wonderful, Linda! The colour of the tea is so rich, a perfect way to spend time with your BFF!!


    -Soma

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  48. Love that first creation the best ~ others are great too!

    Happy Day to you,
    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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