Monday, November 29, 2021

Sharing, Caring, and Fa La La La La!

 

  Well, it certainly has become winter in our parts-brrrr! Thankfully no snow though. For those of you that celebrated- how was your Thanksgiving?  

 We had a really wonderful day/dinner with lots of conversation and chatter, and all shared in the best news- that our son and DIL finally won a bid on a home!!! It's been quite frustrating as the housing market is not only so overpriced, but the competition is really unbelievable😫. When they showed us the place they were hoping for we had a feeling it would be theirs because it is so them and their style. Yes, they did have to make some amends to get the owners to agree to sell to them and not any of the others in queue for it, but it was within what they were willing to do. And they will only be about 15 min. or so from us 💓. Move in won't be until early summer though because the current owners are in the process of having a new home built, and Todd and Kyra are perfectly fine with that.

 I didn't take any photos over our Thanksgiving dinner, nor of the after Thanksgiving dinner we went to on Saturday hosted by Kyra's grandmother. So instead, for T Stands For Tuesday I will share this art journal page:


 This page was for Day 5 of the November Creative 6 Day Challenge on Instagram with the word prompt of "Grateful". Tim Holtz collage paper background, Alpha Tiles. The cup is a stamp from Darkroom Door Coffeetime Set. 

 This page is from Day 4 - word prompt "Chrysanthemum":



 I used two different napkins for this page. The flowers and part of the leaves were fussy cut before adhering to the page ( yes it was a bit tricky 😜).

 And this page was for day 6 "Share":


  This one went quite quickly for me and I love how these collage clusters came out! I started with mini playing cards for the bases and just grabbed bits of papers, fabric, threads, etc. from my ephemera containers. The words are computer generated. I'll definitely make more clusters like this to use on tags and journal pages- a great way to use up those smaller bits floating around 😉.

 And I made this tag for Try It On Tuesday (winter wonderland), and the new theme at Tag Tuesday ( use the first letter of your name):


 
 For my "L" I chose "letters". I had just pulled out a Christmas bin of craft things as I was hoping to get my idea and prototype made for the Christmas cards I want to make for this year (YAY! It came together nicely and I've got a good start on them already!). I've been mostly making my own cards since about 1990!  Anyway, these old letter stickers that caught my eye are just what I needed to get my tag going. 

 And that's a wrap! I will also be sharing with Paint Party Friday. Stay warm, and be well🤗

       "The miracle of gratitude is that it shifts your perception to such an extent that it changes the world you see".                  Robert Holden





38 comments:

  1. Congratulations to your son and DIL on getting their first home. How wonderful for them.

    I absolutely LOVE those little share cards. They are fabulous and give me an idea for tags, too. I'm making tip-ins, but this year they are so labor intensive it is taking forever. I am sure I will your idea for some cards I want to make. Thanks for sharing these.

    I love your coffee contribution this week, Linda. Like you, I forgot to take photos of a couple of the places I went this week. I even forgot to take photos at my house, too. DUH! So I totally understand.

    Thanks for sharing your incredible art and your coffee page with us for T this almost Tuesday, dear Linda.

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  2. Articles about the housing market are full of stories about people making all sorts of compromises to be able to buy the house they want — or even a second or third choice! Great to hear your family have managed to find one.

    Best… mae at maefood.blogspot.com

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  3. That is exciting news about the house for the "kids" Linda. You must be thrilled they are not going to be too far off. I know my daughter and will be son-in-law were looking a back right before covid, but then prices here sky rocketed during the early days of the pandemic. We had lots of people moving out of the more city like areas in our direction. And wonderful art too. Thanks for sharing that great tag for our winter wonderland challenge at Try it on Tuesday. I hope you have a great end of November and start of December. and a happy T day too. Hugs-Erika

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  4. Congratulations for your son and daughter in law on their first house-so exciting! and nice that they will be nearby too.
    Loved all of your art too Happy T wishes Kathy

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  5. Exciting news and wonderful that they will be so close!

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  6. Yay for the house!
    And a beautiful page. A full cup is great, I just had the last sip of my tea...
    Fun idea with the cards. And ohhh the little Santa!
    Happy T-Day!

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  7. Wow, Linda, you once again have a fabulous collection of art to show. I have made a lot of those collage clusters lately, thy are fun and quick to make and good to have. Love your tag, thanks so much for joining us at Tag Tuesday. And BIG congrats to our son and his wife! Have a great day, hugs, Valerie

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  8. Happy T-day, Linda. So happy for you to have your son and DIL so close by. That is a special gift! Love all your art - especially the collage clusters - I want to try one. Love your winter tag too - such a fun picture and the tag as a lovely icy feel. Great post. Hugz

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  9. Fa la lal la la
    Lovely tags
    Happy Tuesday

    Much💜love

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  10. Congratulations to them on their winning bid. How exciting!

    I love your collages. They have so much texture and depth.

    Happy T Tuesday!

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  11. I love your collage clusters, your journal pages and your new tag for the challenge. Congrats to your son and DIL on getting their new home. Happy T Day! Elle/EOTC xx

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  12. Love love Crysanthemum lady!!! Pretty little things!!!

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  13. So nice that your son and DIL found a home and not too far away from you. Lovely collages and the tag is adorable. Happy T Day

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  14. I probably should make some clusters to use up some of the junk [ephemera] I have. Keep up the good work.

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  15. Your "collage bits" are fabulous! I love all the colors and textures that you put together. Also, that journal page with the napkins is lovely.
    So fun that your son won a bid on the house. New things to look forward to, especially having them live closer.
    Happy Tea Day,
    Kate

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  16. Glad your kids go a house and only 5 minutes from you that is awesome. Love you art as always. Have nice evening.

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  17. All of your work is gorgeous Linda! I love the playing cards and the different textures you used, your tag is so cute, beautiful colors and details! Thanks so much for joining us at Try it on Tuesday!
    Tammy x

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  18. Congratulations on your son and DIL winning the bid on the house they wanted. I hope nothing happens between now and the summer. Do they sign a contract so the vendor can't change his mind? But it's wonderful that they will not be very far away.
    Your art is beautiful. I love your clusters. Such fun! The tag is cute too.
    Sorry I'm late,
    Happy T-Day,
    Hugs,
    Lisca

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  19. Oh I am so happy for your son and daughter-in-law ~ do hope the house works out ~ My favorite of your wonderful creations is Winter Wonderland ~ so adorable ~ Xo

    Happy Days to you,

    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  20. Dsy 6 is filled with magical creativity ~ creative use of 'small pieces' ~ love it! Xo

    Happy Days to you,

    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  21. Loving your Tag Linda, a great take on my theme.
    Thank you so much for playing along at Tag Tuesday x

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  22. Hi Linda, have a wonderful weekend, take care, stay safe. Hugs, Valerie

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  23. Awesome creation with napkins ~ Xo

    Happy Days,

    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  24. Wonderful 'cup of tea' message and creation ~ Xo

    Happy Days,

    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  25. Lovely art! Congrats to the young couple on the winning bid!

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  26. Great job with the flower on the lady art. :)
    And I love the little santa on the tag.

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  27. Many congratulations to your son and DIL. That is wonderful news. Beautiful arts, Linda! Love the my cup is full and the card collages are so creative. I not only love your artwork, I always find the words you add very uplifting. Happy PPF!

    -Soma

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  28. A lovely collection of art! Those tags are cool! Loving the cup piece. Happy PPF!

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  29. Sounds exciting for your kids. I have had this twice this year with two sons and now my daughter is about to buy one! Big changes!! I love your artwork and your beautiful tag Linda! Thanks for sharing with us at Tag Tuesday.
    Pinky

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  30. Hope you had a lovely weekend ~ all your creations are divine ~ Xo

    Happy Days to you,

    A ShutterBug Explores
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  31. Such good news about your son and DIL - good to be close by too! Loving all of you art , as usual, and especially your tag for Try It On Tuesday. Thanks for joining us.A very belated Happy T Day, Chrisx

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  32. We have 5°F and some white spots of snow...
    Beautiful collection of art here. Happy PPF!

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  33. Looking forward to your Tues post and glad you enjoyed Angel ~ Xo

    Happy Days to you,

    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  34. I'm slightly late in catching up Linda - but what fabulous art today and the little tag is so sweet. Congratulation to you Son and DL on getting the house and how lovely that it's not too far from you.
    Thanks for sharing with us at Try it on Tuesday. Avril x

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  35. I was behind in my commenting ~ tis the season with lots to do ~ fun and creative holiday things ~ have a great time each day ~ great to hear from you ~ Xo

    Happy Days to you,

    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  36. Your Xmas header is awesome ~ colorful and creative ~ so nice to have you visit ~ Xo

    Happy Weekend to you,

    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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  37. Love your header creation ~ looking forward to your Tuesday post ~ Xo

    Happy Week to you,

    A ShutterBug Explores,
    aka (A Creative Harbor)

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