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Category: Gratitude

I made the cut

November 22, 2015November 22, 2015 by Jeanette B, posted in Experimentation, Gratitude, Inspiration, Jewelry, pending experiment, So I was thinking

I have been accepted to the Build a Line Challenge  (BALC) Master class, sponsored by B’Sue Boutiques .
Continue reading “I made the cut” →

Tagged B'Sue, BALC, getting smart, jewelry5 Comments

My first drawing lesson with Nana Rose

November 21, 2015November 21, 2015 by Jeanette B, posted in Artists I am a fan of, Drawing, Gratitude, Inspiration, So I was thinking

Nana always had a bowl of fruit on her kitchen table. that day it was full of big shiny red apples.
Continue reading “My first drawing lesson with Nana Rose” →

Tagged early memories, family, learning to draw, love1 Comment

The dress, after

September 17, 2015September 16, 2015 by Jeanette B, posted in finished work, Gratitude, sewing

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I really like the way it turned out. More importantly my cousin (the bride) liked it.  see the before picture here.

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Tagged bridesmaid, brown dress, dress reconstruction2 Comments

Trimmings for the dress

August 23, 2015August 22, 2015 by Jeanette B, posted in Experimentation, Gratitude, Inspiration, sewing, So I was thinking

I picked up the things I need to finish my dress. Continue reading “Trimmings for the dress” →

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Coffee swirls

August 21, 2015August 21, 2015 by Jeanette B, posted in Gratitude, Inspiration, So I was thinking, Tool Bag
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I love the look of the cream and coffee mixing together. This particular cup was at a breakfast restaurant with friends.

Have I mentioned that I love coffee? Continue reading “Coffee swirls” →

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Oops

August 15, 2015August 13, 2015 by Jeanette B, posted in Creative spaces, Gratitude, Maintenance and repairs, Painting, So I was thinking, Tool Bag

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The Sum of Here and Now

June 30, 2015June 30, 2015 by Jeanette B, posted in Creative spaces, Gratitude, So I was thinking

I am undergoing a major overhaul of my creative space again. Continue reading “The Sum of Here and Now” →

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