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pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 07, 2007
12:34 AM Post #4166506
| Welcome all to the Artisan's FLOWERPOT Cafe'. We invite innovation, imagination and conversation about all things art. Please pull up a chair and order your favorite beverage. Go ahead and indulge in some yummies too. As many of you burn the midnight oil, Terri came up with a self serve area when no one is around to help you. We work on the honor system. This is a cafe' to bring all forms of art together, so we may share, teach and learn new ideas. If I may, I would like to make a few requests.
This being a subsidary of the FLOWERPOT CAFE' CORP, if you have any flowers to bring in or even flower art, We would love to see it.
With the holidays coming upon us, some ideas from any of the forums would be great. This old contractor is even going to try her hands at drying flowers and making cards and such. However, please keep bring other pieces. We just though it might be a good way to share unique items for the seasons. Any feedback is welcome. You may D-mail Terriculture and she is quite good at answering your questions.
*****WELCOME TO TERRICULTURE'S ARTISAN'S FLOWERPOT CAFE*****
We came from here: http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/787221/
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Mibus2
(Phyllis) Flint,, TX
(Zone 7b)
November 07, 2007
01:07 AM Post #4166592
| Just popping in to say niters will see y'all tomorrow sometime.
thought maybe I should bring the link along that I posted in #4 so you don't have to back track to find it
http://www.kissingfrogs.tv/trellis.html
some really neat ideas there. |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 07, 2007
01:57 AM Post #4166659
| WELCOME! to another thread! Thanks Traci for all your hard work today!
I'm just adding a bit of flower art, I'm looking forward to seeing what you bring to the cafe' today, everyday something new to look at, it's great!
Or just sit down and have a cuppa,read the artbooks, or just bring in your sketch book
and show us a few pages!. We need some paintings, ARTISANS please!
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karmaplace
New Orleans, LA
(Zone 8b)
November 07, 2007
02:14 AM Post #4166678
| Been meaning to post something over here for the longest and I see you're on your 5th cafe already over here. Business must be good on the Artisian side. At my snail pace, I will have to stick with the original cafe. Just wanted to say hi, and great link mibus2. I LOVE bamboo. . .just can't afford a real plant yet. Terri, I will have to start a new sketch book since the old one has flooded out. Haven't sketched in forever though. Well, see ya later. |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 07, 2007
02:19 AM Post #4166683
| Hi Karma! GET BACK HERE with your flowers ppplease!!! |
karmaplace
New Orleans, LA
(Zone 8b)
November 07, 2007
02:27 AM Post #4166687
| Something artsy for you then. It's midnight so I only have repeats to show. 
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terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 07, 2007
02:31 AM Post #4166697
| Lovely and fresh! Is that the one you did for the 'lake' theme? Thankyou for bringing it in. |
karmaplace
New Orleans, LA
(Zone 8b)
November 07, 2007
02:37 AM Post #4166702
| Yes it is. . .autumn lake. . .it's a different view. Thanks Terri. |
Zanymuse
Scotia, CA
(Zone 9b)
November 07, 2007
03:36 AM Post #4166761
| OK, new thread, old subject, Why does terriculture think a soccer ball is a football and a football is a rugby ball (whatever that is!) |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 07, 2007
03:48 AM Post #4166767
| A Football is round Zany, Look! 
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Zanymuse
Scotia, CA
(Zone 9b)
November 07, 2007
03:54 AM Post #4166768
| Silly girl...that's a soccerball! |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 07, 2007
04:01 AM Post #4166771
| Footballs are round, and who invented the game?!! 
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Zanymuse
Scotia, CA
(Zone 9b)
November 07, 2007
04:03 AM Post #4166773
| I think the English may have invented SOCCER... |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 07, 2007
04:09 AM Post #4166776
| Will you stop it and admit that a football is round!!!!! 
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terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 07, 2007
04:18 AM Post #4166783
| OK I say TOMATO, you say TOMAYTO, probably!! |
Zanymuse
Scotia, CA
(Zone 9b)
November 07, 2007
04:20 AM Post #4166785
| No can do! Footballs can't be round cause they wouldn' t travel right in a pass or be able to sit up right for a kick off! But soccerballs are nice and round so they can be bandied about using all sorts of bodyparts! You must be awfully confused if you can't understand the difference! |
Zanymuse
Scotia, CA
(Zone 9b)
November 07, 2007
04:21 AM Post #4166786
| You say patahto I say potato... |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 07, 2007
04:25 AM Post #4166789
| I think you need another makeover! 
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terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 07, 2007
04:36 AM Post #4166792
| I'm going to work now, have fun everyone! 
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terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 07, 2007
04:41 AM Post #4166793
| and it's football!! |
Zanymuse
Scotia, CA
(Zone 9b)
November 07, 2007
04:45 AM Post #4166795
| tsk, tsk, tsk... guess I better humor ya or you will give me boring hair in the next makeover! |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 07, 2007
04:59 AM Post #4166800
| definately! |
weedsgalore
Tampa, FL
November 07, 2007
08:52 AM Post #4166994
| RJ, if you get around to visiting this thread?...The little garden shed, was f rom a mom &pop on-line studio...i fell in love with the copper roof..they closed the shop a couple of years ago...how sad, i would love another, as the floor of this one is rotting...as many things do here in Fla. (even parts of our population, lol...). Terri, love your arrangements! I bet all the local flower sellers in your country are very pleased that you are around? All the little Eliza Dolittle's of London, must flock to your door?! I can see a line of "flower ladies", vying with each other to sell you flowers for your arrangements? lol...sue |
weedsgalore
Tampa, FL
November 07, 2007
09:27 AM Post #4167085
| Ok, Ms. Terri, here is an painting/illustration, ink pen and acrylic paints...i did this for a publication that dealt with the English china "Chintz", every issue i had to come with an illustration dealing with that particular china pattern...this one (you can see the real china, is called "Green Tulip". it is made by Royal Winton..and is vintage (though it has been reproduced). Our bunny (told you i like Beatrix Potter) is bringing a load of this to the readers..i incorporated all the flowers in the china pattern, Daffodils, Narcissus, and i forget the yellow ones? The editor had recently bought a patchwork coat with a teapot on it, so i incorporated that, and she loved to wear capri pants...there is a caption for the painting too...but since i did the artwork..i forgot what it said..i have the issue somewhere?(i would never send originals through the mail only prints) Thought you would enjoy this, as it is a tribute to your wonderful country...where i collect this type of china/earthenware from! Hope you like...sue 
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 07, 2007
09:38 AM Post #4167124
| That is absolutely beautiful Sue. I really appreciate the story that goes along with your art also.
Terri, as always your flowers are spot on with the conversation. I really enjoy each and every one of them. Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent here. You do have a lovely way of expressing yourself in your flowerart. :-)
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zenpotter
Minneapolis, MN
(Zone 4b)
November 07, 2007
09:43 AM Post #4167142
| weeds, that must have been a fun series to do. I particularly like how colorful it is.
terri, my children grew up outside of the USA and they were shocked the first time they saw American foot ball. "Why is the ball such a funny shape?" We happened to be on a holiday in a small town in Germany the night they won the world cup back in the early '90's. Our B&B was on the town square, as you can imagine we didn't get much sleep that night and the kids were to young for us to join in on the party.
Time to get my day started. |
UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 07, 2007
09:51 AM Post #4167176
| To the Lurkers of the Cafe:
I've been posting invitations to the cafe everywhere on Dave's I can think of hoping more artists will come and participate. There are so many talented folks here on Dave's Garden. Every where I go, all of the folks are just incredible. This has got to be one of the very best sites on the internet!
We're having a lot of fun here in the cafe. People have been posting their beautiful creations from all corners of the world. Thank you for sharing your art and your talent with us all. This cafe has become like an Art Gallery of Dave's. It's just wonderful seeing so many talented folks come together this way. I hope this cafe continues at it's rapid pace for many years to come. I hope that some day, in the future, we'll be on page 500+! HAHAHAHA
I've had a few dmails from folks saying they are enjoying the cafe but don't feel their particular art is worthy. This saddens me because we surely don't want anyone to feel intimidated because their art "isn't good enough". Everyone here shares a love of art and is always looking for inspiration for the next project. Your project might be just what's needed to inspire someone to try out something they've never tried before. There are so many different forms of art. We all appreciate them all. So if you paint, or sew, or make soap, or carve wood, or ... well, the list goes on and on and on ... please share your art with us here. New or old, already posted, or newly created, we love it all!
We hope more folks will stop by and visit and say hello. Share your art with us. If you are not the artist that created it, that's OK too. Chances are, if you appreciate it, others will too. It's all about the sharing and caring because we all love beautiful things.
None of us here bites. Everyone will be welcomed with open arms. So quit lurking and start posting. We hope that the art here will inspire you to create something today.
Traci, thank you for your efforts to keep the threads to a manageable length for the folks who are on dial up. I know they appreciate it very much.
Thanks so much for being here folks. Have a cup of coffee and enjoy the show!
Janet
Head of Public Relations! HAHAHAHA
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 07, 2007
10:11 AM Post #4167233
| Well folks, I'm on my way to Connie's to work on my dragon. I've been googling dragons for musculature, etc. and have a CD with all of my "finds". I've set up a laptop in her shop so that we can view stuff like this without having to go in the house. I'm taking my camera with me today so I'll try to post some photos this evening of what we get accomplished. We have until at least noon to work on him. So far, it's coming along very nicely. We've had plenty of time to brainstorm this sculpture. We've got incredible ideas that we are going to try and pull off with this one. I'm hoping it will be done before Thanksgiving. :-)
I hope everyone has a wonderful inspirational day! I'll see you folks this evening.
Many hugs to all,
Janet
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zenpotter
Minneapolis, MN
(Zone 4b)
November 07, 2007
10:13 AM Post #4167238
| I am looking forward to the photos. |
imapigeon
Gilroy (Sunset Z14), CA
(Zone 9a)
November 07, 2007
10:48 AM Post #4167393
| Janet & Connie: DH is a dragon-lover and has quite a collection; I'm anxious to see what you come up with! Also, it occurred to me when he did our annual Halloween decorating extravaganza that maybe the solution to your "smoking" dragon might be a mister or fog-maker? Don't know if the moisture would be a problem, tho'...
Cheers, everyone---have a great day!
Oh, and Ikea has some glass lights that are similar to glass blocks--I've used them on the path to the yurt. Someone was posting about drilling for lights, but this might be an easier solution! |
Calalily
South Padre Island, TX
(Zone 10a)
November 07, 2007
01:01 PM Post #4167888
| I've been waiting to post till after I've read all the Cafe threads, but I've given up hope of catching up, so here is a painting for you:
Butterfly Garden
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Calalily
South Padre Island, TX
(Zone 10a)
November 07, 2007
01:04 PM Post #4167898
| Lotus Blossom: 
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Calalily
South Padre Island, TX
(Zone 10a)
November 07, 2007
01:05 PM Post #4167901
| Red Passionflowers: 
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Sharran
Calvert City, KY
(Zone 6b)
November 07, 2007
01:27 PM Post #4167970
| Beautiful, calalily...are they watercolor or are you using acrylic with a gel medium? |
Zanymuse
Scotia, CA
(Zone 9b)
November 07, 2007
01:32 PM Post #4167979
| weedsgalore, Your china/rabbit is terrific! I hope you will post more from that series in the future.
Janet, A Dragon? How cool is that !
imapigeon, Thanks for the tip on the Ikea block lights. I'm going to start a google search for them!
Calalily, I like them all but my favorite is the first one of the butterfly garden. It has a springtime mood to it that makes me smile.
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cactusfan
Webster, NY
(Zone 6a)
November 07, 2007
01:38 PM Post #4167995
| Calalily, I WANT THAT BUTTERFLY GARDEN ONE (must put picture back and step away from the wall)! |
weedsgalore
Tampa, FL
November 07, 2007
03:14 PM Post #4168253
| Yeah! I like the dreamy look of "Butterfly Garden" too...very ethereal...A fresh spring-time creation!!!
Thanks, i will post more of the originals in the future...that one was my favorite, as it my favorite china pattern...
Janet, love to see what "dragon-art" you come up with?!! Right now i have roofers on the top of my house...and it is really noisy!! I wanted to do a little creating, and i am finding it hard to focus, with all the banging going on... take care, all...for now...sue |
Mibus2
(Phyllis) Flint,, TX
(Zone 7b)
November 07, 2007
03:29 PM Post #4168296
| karmaplace you want bamboo??? do you realize what you could be in for if you plant it in the ground?
the kind I have is running so it just runs all over ..I did not plant it it was here when we moved in ...I have roots galore and need to find a way to get rid of them so I can get the area worked for planting.
I'd say come on over but I think it is a distance from me to you...mmmm but there is the us mail *S*
I already made 2 wind chimes from it and have more to cut and use to make a few more.
If you are going to plant it the clumping kind is better as it is slower in growing to take over.
or plant it in a big pot or make a cement surrounded area to plant it inside of.
Calalily..Lovely pictures!!!!!
Terri your flower arrangements are the bees knees!!! and I don't think I will get in to the football, soccer, ruby thing ..other then to say the balls used in the US are different then what is used in the UK and as with any place in the world the terms are different but that is what makes each of us unique.
cheerio for now *S*
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Calalily
South Padre Island, TX
(Zone 10a)
November 07, 2007
03:49 PM Post #4168351
| Sharran, they're watercolour. I bought acrylic paints but haven't tried them yet.
Zany thanks, I was inspired by Terri's flower arrangements.
Thanks Cactusfan, I can send you a picture of the painting and you can print it out!
Weedsgalore(I like your name, it describes my flowerbed to a tee), I like your bunny. She is precious and reminded me of Beatrix Potter's stories.
Thanks Mibus.
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denimangle
Oakwood (Butler,TX), TX
(Zone 8b)
November 07, 2007
06:18 PM Post #4168902
| Mibus2
Are you making windchimes from bamboo/
you have to show us a picture (I didnt miss one did I )
Is Flint clost to Tyler?
Cheryl |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
November 07, 2007
07:18 PM Post #4169043
| Boy, you are a busy lot here!
Weedsgalore..I bought my little shed at our local harware store, where they still employee the best customer service. They have these little one of a kind things and (Janet) where the sparklies come from for Sparkly hour on the deck) The shed was there for a few months and patience paid off when they put it on sale.
I would help ya dig a hole for the pond Janet.
The Dragonfly ornament is just lit up with a hand held led light, combinations of colors give off different effects. I'll post one that's just blue next.
Terriculture love that flower frame. If I could paint, I would want to paint that.
A few friends of mine with great gardens have all been getting together every couple of weeks. Creativity and ideas flow just like here when we get together. My friend Mike has his incredible garden on his own website, and from colaboration has included a few of ours - We're calling them "Houston Area Art Gardens". It's an evolving creative process that will probably morph several times. More Dragonfly photos by Mike on there. click on digital photos, then click the "jeweled deer photo"
Sterly's visit to 5 Houston Area Art Gardens. Later on, the individual gardens will be featured individualy. Art and Gardening seem to be closely related, all creative process. If you have time..come visit
http://mikenature.com/index.html
Rj
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Mibus2
(Phyllis) Flint,, TX
(Zone 7b)
November 07, 2007
08:33 PM Post #4169289
| denimangle
yep I have made 2 nice ones so far ...one of them was used as a prize at the RU there is a picture in there of Charlenesplants holding it as she got it. I didn't' think to take a picture before taking it to give away the other one I sent to my folks in Illinois along with 2 baskets for their anniversary
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/784992/
as to Flint and Tyler ...LOL...well were we live to me it should be Tyler, Noonday or Chandler for our town not Flint as Flint is on the other side of Gresham and noonday ..we are closer to 31.
But for some reason they have FM 2661 south of 31 as Flint. |
imapigeon
Gilroy (Sunset Z14), CA
(Zone 9a)
November 07, 2007
09:03 PM Post #4169391
| I LOVE THAT D-FLY! Does it look anything in real life like in that photo? (she says, drooling on her keyboard...) |
pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 07, 2007
09:07 PM Post #4169400
| Good evening everyone. Busy day at the other cafe' so I haven't had much time over here. I just went through all the posts and WOW what talent.
From Rjudd
| Quoting: | | Art and Gardening seem to be closely related, all creative process. |
I love this quote and have to agree. I have never attempted anything in art, as I believed I couldn't. Once I started gardening and reading all of the post on art, I thought, "Hmm, I could try that". I now have started on several different ideas and owe it to gardening. Such a strange link, but true.
Terri & Karma, as usual, fantastic arrangements. I think that is one of my all time favorites of yours, Karma.
Weeds, Fantastic. Truly a wonderful illustration. I would hang that in Teensy's room with honor. I love Beatrix Potter also. Thanks for showing it. Can't wait to see more.
Cala, you used ethereal as a description. I believe that is the perfect word to use. You have wonderful talent and I hope to see much more.
Cactus, am I going to need to put an alarm on the Butterfly garden pic? I have a laser sensor also.
Rjudd, I would love to know how you do that. It is amazing. Digital technology has created a whole new realm for art. I have a wonderful friend whose art shows are digital only. They are amazing.
I brought some cupcakes for everyone. Please enjoy. I snatched a few myself before bringing them and they are wonderful! They remind me of hydrangeas.
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pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 07, 2007
09:10 PM Post #4169411
| I don't know if it is chilly where you are, but it is down right cold here. So, have a cappuccino if you like. 
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rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
November 07, 2007
09:33 PM Post #4169469
| mmmm cupcakes and coffee...
pupilpropogtr, it's so simple you'll probably fall out of your chair. One night my friend Phillip and I were out in the garden and we had these little led party lights, and we noticed that shining them on and through objects and plants, produced the most brilliantly untouched up photos. By the time we done, I think we photgraphed hundreds of objects with different multi colored sequences some of which even appear 3D like because of the blue, red effect the led produces.
Here's a web site with led lights...
http://www.technomoves.com/finger_lights.html
This is a picture of a datura, with lights shining through the branches of a shrub, which produces the psychodelic effect. This is how the photo came out right off the camera with out any photo shop effect.
Warning: playing with led lights at night in the garden may cause you to loose track of time, shining on everything you can imagine, and dawn may greet you before your ready.
Rj
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terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 07, 2007
10:22 PM Post #4169679
| Hi Everyone! Great to see you all in here today. Special welcome to the newcomers (Hope you come back)!
Thankyou for bringing in your artworks today, lots of talent in here, that's for sure!
Janet! public relations, funny!
Thankyou for all the comments on my arrangements, you are the inspiration!
CrazyZanyHair!, I told you NOT to go swimming, look at the state of your hair now!!
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Sharran
Calvert City, KY
(Zone 6b)
November 07, 2007
10:50 PM Post #4169791
| Cute terri...Zany should love it!! |
Zanymuse
Scotia, CA
(Zone 9b)
November 08, 2007
12:05 AM Post #4170100
| Ha! Who sent you that picture of me to work from? LOL at least she didn't give me boring hair! |
UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 08, 2007
02:01 AM Post #4170400
| I know it is late. Believe me I know it!
Connie and I worked on the dragon from about 9 am until about 12:45 pm. We got quit a bit accomplished, though he's no where near done! I do believe that when this dragon is done, we will have gone over the top! HAHAHA
Janet & Connie
Edited to add the slide show for the creation of this dragon.
http://uniquetreasures.phanfare.com/album/475871#imageID=309...
This message was edited Dec 2, 2007 6:07 PM
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Zanymuse
Scotia, CA
(Zone 9b)
November 08, 2007
02:33 AM Post #4170441
| This is going to be the best piece yet and the others were all fantastic!
The slide show was perfect. I had plenty of time to read and to study the pictures and then was able to use the thumbnails to open some of them for a second look. Such talent! |
UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 08, 2007
02:42 AM Post #4170447
| Thanks Zany! I know in my bones that you are absolutely right about it being the best one yet. Mainly because I'm not going to be in a hurry to see him finished.
I have a lot of plans for him. I found a little tree (think bonsai size) that was made of glass petals and leaves. It was dusty and rusty and really wasn't "my" style, but I bought it knowing that the pieces would make awesome "scales" for this dragon. I forgot to take a photo of it before I cut it apart the other day. I've cleaned each stem, petal and leaf and wrapped them up in paper towels so they are ready to use when their time comes. Connie has 2 of these little trees in different colors. I will take a photo of them to go along with my photos.
I'm dead dog tired and so ready for bed. I hope everyone has restful sleep and I'll see you folks in the morning. Please save me some coffee! Just black.
Janet
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pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 08, 2007
02:42 AM Post #4170448
| Rjudd, are you out taking pictures? I have some led's and just might myself. Oh, it is 34 degrees, maybe later. Another question. First, I can't believe these are not enhanced. Amazing! Anyway, what camera are you using and are you putting it on a certain setting? I have been studying up on cameras and I am about to make a purchase. Hmm, could I turn off the lights and photograph things in my house...
Zany dear, was the swim good? Your hair looks a bit limp, at least for Zany hair. Still, it is more interesting than most people's when they go swimming. Mine lays flat as a board.
Janet, I will have to come back on the marrow as it is almost one and the bed is calling. Can't wait to see it!
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Zanymuse
Scotia, CA
(Zone 9b)
November 08, 2007
02:57 AM Post #4170455
| Well, I can't actually say the swim was good... I sink real good though! |
weedsgalore
Tampa, FL
November 08, 2007
09:07 AM Post #4170820
| Janet, i was completely mesmerized, as i watched your "video"!! What a fascinating experience you provided...very well documented for us people, who had no idea how something like this was created. Just the problem solving of how and what to use as parts, and how to apply them, was so intriguing? Honestly, can't wait to see the finished dragon! Your program worked perfectly and good timing to watch the process! Thanks, for doing this!! sue |
UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 08, 2007
09:28 AM Post #4170875
| I'm glad you enjoyed it Sue. I was thinking about everyone here while I was working on it, hoping that someone might be inspired to begin their own creation. :-)
When we created Penelope for Robert last year, Connie and I had so much fun with the photos and the telling of what we were doing and how we were doing it.
I had an email from my Mom this morning. I sent her the link also. This is what she said, which I had never remember hearing about...
"I looked at the dragon pictures and you all sure did a lot of work on that. Not sure if I ever told you girls about your Daddy helping Peggy, they were friends of ours in Canton, Illinois for a parade and both of them were teachers. Anyway, I had some kind of flu during that time and didn't get to go to the parade but Charles had more fun fixing the dragon so the smoke would come out his mouth during the parade, etc. I think these were college students or at least high school kids. She taught both places and so did he. "
I know my Dad wasn't a teacher, so she must have been referring to Peggy and her husband. Daddy would have loved this dragon! He always loved the unusual. I suppose that is where mine and Connie's love of unique things comes from. Either that, or we're both just "weird"! HAHAHAHA |
zenpotter
Minneapolis, MN
(Zone 4b)
November 08, 2007
10:03 AM Post #4170985
| After watching that slide show I can't wait for the next installment. I have to email this to a friend she is going to be as excited as I am to see the next installment.
Now I have to run so no more comments about all of the posts I just read. |
maidentheshade
Beaumont, TX
November 08, 2007
10:21 AM Post #4171072
| Oh Janet! Great job on the production!I had to go to full screen to see all the text ( Geez...look at those dirty fingernails !) on this puny monitor and I couldn't find the pause button on the fanfare control thingy that popped up at the bottom so I went frantically "back" a few times when I didn't read fast enough. That worked. I realized I may have the pause button on my computer. I'll try that this morning to see if it works. Looking wonderful Janet! |
UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 08, 2007
10:27 AM Post #4171104
| I had a lot of fun with this one Connie. And you wondered why I so frantically cleaned up the work area the day before! HAHAHAHAHA Don't worry about the fingernails. No one will notice them. Or they wouldn't have. But now that you pointed them out... HAHAHAHA
J |
zenpotter
Minneapolis, MN
(Zone 4b)
November 08, 2007
10:45 AM Post #4171180
| I will have to go back and check the fingernails. |
lparsley
Columbus, OH
November 08, 2007
11:01 AM Post #4171254
| The FLOWERPOT Cafe is awesome. So much beautiful and innovate art. My garden next year will be heavily influenced by the Cafe.
Because I saw some georgeous quilts this morning, I would like to show you all a quilt I made for a friend's son who got a basketball full ride to Marietta College. The theme of the quilt is his althletic history in t-shirts.
The first picture is the front and the second is the back.
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lparsley
Columbus, OH
November 08, 2007
11:02 AM Post #4171261
| Here's the back. 
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 08, 2007
11:09 AM Post #4171291
| lparsley, that is really neat the way you created that. I know your friend's son will treasure this quilt always. What a wonderful tribute to his accomplishments!
My daughter has plans to create just such a quilt for her Grandfather, who is a Middle School athletics director. He's been to many different school and always brings us tons of t-shirts each year.
Janet |
weedsgalore
Tampa, FL
November 08, 2007
11:11 AM Post #4171300
| Iparsley, that is incredible! I see that being passed down in the family for generations..(amongst the men that it!) What a great sportsbuff decorative quilt! I hope they know what is in their possession?! sue |
Calalily
South Padre Island, TX
(Zone 10a)
November 08, 2007
11:49 AM Post #4171439
| The dragonfly is beautiful with the LED lights. I sure wish you hadn't said anything about them though cause tonight I just know I'll be outside playing when I should be inside painting(big show Dec 1 & 2).
Those cupcakes look yummy. There aren't many American style bakeries down here and I miss stuff like that.
The dragon is sooooo cute! |
UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 08, 2007
12:56 PM Post #4171673
| Thanks Cala. Your watercolor paintings are all just wonderful. I saw them last night while I was taking a break from editing my photos and forgot to say anything about them when I came back. I also love the butterfly garden the best, but all of them are just wonderful. Thank you so much for sharing them with us. I'd love it if you'd explain a bit about your other paintings. The Plein? creations I saw in the Artisans Forum. I'm not very familiar with painting and would love to learn more about this technique.
Recently I created a thread about the dragonfly we created for Diane in Baton Rouge.
It's time to get up and stretch these bones for a bit.
Janet |
Eufaula
Eatonton, GA
(Zone 8b)
November 08, 2007
01:35 PM Post #4171809
| Hey there! Well I went through almost everything here and I am blown away! this Cafe is just crammed with some of the most beautiful and creative art Ive ever seen.
I found a couple of things to add from my cache of crafts. I think these would add some "Sparkly" to the windows or hanging from light fixtures! I call them "Dewdrops". They are my wire and bead creations! I save beads of every description too, from taking them off old sweaters and bridal dresses ( I find at thrift stores) to old jewelry!
This one is a combination of gold colored wire , faux pearls,aurora borealis beads and crystals,glass trade beads and rondells.
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Eufaula
Eatonton, GA
(Zone 8b)
November 08, 2007
01:40 PM Post #4171824
| OOps! I was in a hurry ! I should have cleaned that window first!!!
Here are some more! You can also hook the last bead on the end to the circle clasp of wire on the opposite end and wear as a fun pice of jewelry!
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 08, 2007
01:42 PM Post #4171830
| Oh EEEEEEEEE, I love the way the sunlight shines through those Dewdrop beads. Very aptly named too. Now why didn't I ever think of doing something like that when I was making beaded jewelry? Very pretty!
And you chose such a lovely window to hang them in. Traci has done some excellent work on the trim on these windows! |
UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 08, 2007
01:44 PM Post #4171838
| I thought perhaps it had just rained there. You shouldn't have said a word. You know artists have no time to clean windows! Pbbbt!!! |
Eufaula
Eatonton, GA
(Zone 8b)
November 08, 2007
01:54 PM Post #4171878
| Heres a sofa cozy I made, by using a old fashioned hand loom and wool yarn. This will fit right in with those great quilts and rugs in the tea room! 
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Calalily
South Padre Island, TX
(Zone 10a)
November 08, 2007
02:37 PM Post #4172010
| Janet, the Plein Aire is painting outside by looking at the scene. I like to sketch first, but some artists don't do a sketch first. You have to paint fast because the light changes. When I want to paint outside, I take a small palette of colors(or dry pans), one brush and a book of paper(loose sheets are too hard to work with outside). Also, don't forget a small container of water.
Lots of the people in our Art League take a sketch book and pan watercolour when they go on vacation.
Eufala, the necklaces are very pretty, I love the way they sparkle in the light. For the cozy, did you do it as one big piece? |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 08, 2007
03:03 PM Post #4172107
| Iparsley! what a name...repeat after me,
Iparsley take thee terriculture as my friend... hahaha!
Eufaula, Welcome and thanks for bringing in your beautiful 'Dewdrops'
Love your quilt, all those colours! it's great!
It reminded me of a collage I did using different textures.
Nice fingernails!!!!!
The cafe' smells great tonight, what goodies have we got?
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 08, 2007
05:53 PM Post #4172712
| Your sofa cozy is very nice Eufaula. The colors are so warm and cozy. It would be perfect for sitting in the recliner with a good book.
Thank you so much Cala for explaining what Plein Aire is all about. It makes perfect sense. It would take a quick brush to do that with the changing light. All of your work is fabulous. The colors harmonize so well to bring a sense of peace and good feelings.
I once bought about 50 books on different art types from the Junior Art League. The president was having a garage sale at his home and I got the books for a dollar a piece. My daughter was interested in painting at the time. I let her choose the books she wanted, which was only a few. Then I sold the rest of them on Amazon. I made a killing on those books. Had I known then what I know now, I would have bought every one of them!
Terri, your quilt is great! Looks very 3D. I made a bedspread from some fabric that was very 3D that looked like porcupine quills only feathery. I got the fabric for $2 a yard when Joann's was moving. I didn't have a pattern. The bed is a queen size, but it's one of those pillow top mattresses that sits high from the floor. When I was done, that bedspread was so heavy!
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terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 08, 2007
06:15 PM Post #4172814
| Hi Janet, that must have taken you AGES!! I'm afraid I don't have the patience to sew!! Thanks for showing us.
What's on the menu tonight? |
Eufaula
Eatonton, GA
(Zone 8b)
November 08, 2007
06:16 PM Post #4172816
| Thank You all! I love making the beaded wire dew drops , I never know how they will turn out!
Calalily , the sofa cozy was made one square at a time . I used the old square loom from an old fashioned cotton loop pot holder kit! ( remember those from a million years ago!) I just wove wool knitting yarn back and forth one way then used a long Afghan hook to do the weaving across the (warp ?) then I double crocheted the squares together with the black yarn.
Y'all excuse me, I just have to go back to floor #4 there were a few things I missed and I have to catch up! I dont want to miss a thing! |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 08, 2007
06:32 PM Post #4172868
| Hi Calalily!
I was going to comment on your lovely paintings WAY back, if you blink around here it's the next thread!!
I think the butterfly one is so gorgeous, I'm doing a transcription of that one, soon!
Weeedsgalore I adore! your painting on China, lets us beatrix potter nutters stick together! we once went to Royal Doulton on a school trip, it was great to see the artists painting on the pottery by hand.
No grub yet, who's in charge of the catering around here? and don't tell me it's self service yet, coz it's too early!! |
UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 08, 2007
06:50 PM Post #4172978
| Terri, it didn't take long to make at all. I made a duvet type thing with the pink fabric attached to the furry stuff. Then I stuffed it with a down comforter. It was more cumbersome than anything to work with. I thought it turned out pretty.
On the menu, with plenty for everyone: Steak, potato and vegetable pie.
I just popped it in the oven, so it'll be about an hour until it's ready. I've never made anything like this before so I hope it turns out good. It sure smelled wonderful while I was fixing it.
Here's what I did:
Last night I planned on having steaks, so I put them into a zip loc bag with olive oil, steak seasoning, worchestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Hubby got home and said, let's just have leftovers from the weekend. Well, OK. So I knew I'd have to fix the steaks tonight. I cut them into little cubes tonight. Put them into a skillet to cook on high heat. While they were sizzling away, I cut up 2 waybigo already baked taters into chunks. Then I slivered a carrot, sliced some criminy mushrooms, and a half a shallot. Tossed all of that into the skillet along with the steaks. I had a bundle of asparagus that I was hungry for, so I cut that into 1/2 inch pieces and tossed that into the pot. I poured about a half a cup of leftover sausage flavored gravy in the center of the pot and stirred it around. Then I added about 1/2 cup of bordeaux wine ($2.00 on the reduced buggy at the grocery store) and 3/4 cup of chicken broth. I let it all simmer about 5 minutes. Then I got out my phyllo dough (I didn't have any pie crusts) and a waybigo cake pan. I layered about 8 sheets across the bottom. Poured the whole skillet of goodies over that. Then I topped that with some cheddar and swiss cheese slices. Then topped the cheese with more phyllo dough and tucked in the edges. Put the cake pan on a big cookie sheet with a lip. Into the oven on 350. I sure hope no one gets sick! HAHAHAHAHAHA As I said, it smelled heavenly in there a bit ago.
Janet
Edited to add: I forgot to tell you that I melted a whole stick of butter and brushed it over the top of the phyllo on the last sheet of it. I remembered how dry and brittle it is.
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rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
November 08, 2007
07:13 PM Post #4173058
| I can't wait to see the production on the Dragon, I can't open it up at work. Is the the dragon inspired by the one in the garden?
I have a kodak digital camera, use night time setting. Best to have a tripod as the shutter stays open longer for night time, and if the camera moves the photo will blur. Even then, a blur effect can produce some incredible images.
As you are experimenting with the lighting, if you shine all 4 color lights through branches the light will refract all over the place producing and incredible rainbow colors. That is the effect of the first dragon fly picture. I was shinning the lights through some branches.
This object is none less than my light brown courdery shorts I was wearing at the time we were photographing using blue and red lights. There is a whole series of these in different colors.
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 08, 2007
07:27 PM Post #4173110
| There were many dragons when I googled them. The ones we chose were more fantasy type dragons like in the movie Eragon. I saved some of the Chinese dragons that I found, but was drawn more to those from the book.
Here is a photo of 3 different dragons from the Eragon books. Eragon is a story written by Christopher Paolini. Christopher was 15 when Eragon was written. Just as an aside, He was home schooled. He wrote a whole "magic" language just for the book and had references in the book so you'd know what you were reading. The stories Eragon and Eldest, which I've read were really well written. I enjoyed them every bit as much as I enjoyed the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings, which I read as a teenager.
The blue dragon on the left is Saphira, the Red one's name I cannot remember at this moment. The golden dragon on the right is called Glaedr. I haven't seen the third book yet and don't know if it's available or not. I will read it whenever I find it. Our dragon is fashioned more like the blue and red one.
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terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 08, 2007
07:41 PM Post #4173149
| Janet, so sorry to say, but I'm vegeterian so I'll skip the steaks!
The Asparagus sounds delicious, I'll have some of that please,!
What's for pudding?
rjud, thankyou for showing your photo's, I'd love a pair of your funky shorts!!
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 08, 2007
07:45 PM Post #4173157
| I'm assuming that pudding refers to dessert. So your choices are leftover Mrs. Smith's Apple Crumb Pie and leftover Dunkin Donuts. I'll be happy to heat up either of those for your pudding! HAHAHAHA
Is anyone else having problems loading photos here today? They are crawling down the screen instead of popping open like usual. The laptop is doing the same thing, so I don't think it's my computer. I even turned off the modem and rebooted all machine. Still doing it. Lord, don't let it be a virus!
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terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 08, 2007
07:50 PM Post #4173172
| My computer is doing that too Janet.
Yes in Liverpool we say pudding! I LOVE apple pie and apple crumble which one is it? |
UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 08, 2007
08:06 PM Post #4173227
| Well then it must not be my computer then! WHEW!!!!
It's a Dutch apple pie with the crumbly stuff on the top.
Gotta tell y'all that the steak and potato pie turned out mahvelous! I could taste just a hint of the bordeaux wine in it. I'll have to save that post as a favorite so I can make it again some time.
Time to kick back and relax a bit. Hubby is off tomorrow. He's going hunting, so I'm going to go see if I can get in his way for a bit. }8*>
Janet |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 08, 2007
08:09 PM Post #4173231
| We call that apple strudel! |
TARogers5
Kingston, OK
(Zone 7a)
November 08, 2007
08:22 PM Post #4173281
| I received one of MicusII hand woven baskets at the North Texas Roundup.
Very nice work. |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
November 08, 2007
08:39 PM Post #4173347
| I love Eragon,
I even bought the movie, and for some reason..I'm like a kid..I keep watching it over and over..
This is a fiber optic butterfly light, using red light
The next will be the same using blue
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rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
November 08, 2007
08:40 PM Post #4173349
| same light, but using blue led 
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terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 08, 2007
08:50 PM Post #4173399
| rjud, I love your work, it's so unusual, we need these for our Pyschedelic Art Gallery!
The apple thingy is delicious Janet Thanykou!
TARogers 5, WELCOME! Let's see your basket! |
TARogers5
Kingston, OK
(Zone 7a)
November 08, 2007
08:54 PM Post #4173421
| Posted on the old link sorry. You guys travel too fast. Hardly enough time for a cup of coffee.
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/p.php?pid=4173393 |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 08, 2007
09:03 PM Post #4173463
| I LOVE that! it's got flowers in it, hurray!
Wow, I have absolutely NO idea of how to do that TARogers5!
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rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
November 08, 2007
09:17 PM Post #4173518
| I have similar images posted in my blog...come visit
http://davesgarden.com/community/blogs/t/rjuddharrison/3001/ |
lparsley
Columbus, OH
November 08, 2007
09:23 PM Post #4173545
| Thank you Janet, Weedsgalore and Terri for you kind remarks. And Terri, I would be happy to be your friend--your collage is stunning.
Eufaula, I loved the dew drops and the woven quilt. |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 08, 2007
09:36 PM Post #4173609
| rjud, i haven't looked at your blog yet, but that's an excellent idea to mention blogs.
It may be a good idea if the Artisan's update their blogs, with their artworks, so we can go and see more detailed pictures anytime we like.
Someone (who's good at that sort of thing) could start a new thread for Artists blogs, let us know when you have updated yours!
I'm going to start a new tab in my blog which will include all my Artisan's Flowerpot cafe' pictures all together, all in one place. thankyou rjud. I'm going to check out your blog! What do you think of the idea guys?
Hello Iparsley! thankyou for the kind comment on my mixed media collage! |
cactusfan
Webster, NY
(Zone 6a)
November 08, 2007
09:47 PM Post #4173639
| Pupil, I like the statement you quoted from Rjudd. It reminded me of a favorite quote of mine: "Nothing is more completely the child of art than a garden" - Sir Walter Scott. I actually want to put that on a piece of slate or something and put it out in one of my gardens. One for the Cafe, too? By the way, those cupcakes are way too pretty to eat!
Rjudd, love your photos!
Terri, love your CrazyZanyHair (and all your arrangements, for that matter)!
Janet, all I can say is "Holy dragons, Batman!" Wow - amazing!
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terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 08, 2007
09:54 PM Post #4173664
| Hi Cactusfan,
I love that quote! please make one on your slate for our cafe'
Zanymuse must take some of the credit, if she didn't exist there would be no CrazyZanyHair pictures, thankyou anyway!
Holy Dragons! love that one, I can see it in the dragon series!!! fire coming out of the holes hahahaha!!!!! |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
November 08, 2007
10:42 PM Post #4173808
| Holy Dragons..LOL
Yes, I love the blog here ..I have mine so stuffed full of ..well..stuff.
Ya'll can call me Rj. |
rjuddharrison
Houston, TX
(Zone 9a)
November 08, 2007
11:00 PM Post #4173854
| The other nice thing about the blogs...is you can click...watch this diarys tab..and anything added to the diary will appear in your thread watcher! |
pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 08, 2007
11:04 PM Post #4173870
| I'm here, I'm here. I have to go back, look at all requests and new art. I'll be right back with all the orders! |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 08, 2007
11:10 PM Post #4173889
| Rj Ok! some interesting information thankyou! |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 08, 2007
11:13 PM Post #4173897
| AT LAST ! I've been waiting the longest so can I have my cakes and something hot and creamy to drink, thankyou!
Just typical that you decide to come out to play when it's 3am here and I should be asleep!
BUT, nonetheless, I'm very pleased to see you Traci! |
Zanymuse
Scotia, CA
(Zone 9b)
November 08, 2007
11:30 PM Post #4173935
| Well, I was feeling kinda like a fraud hanging out with a bunch of artists when I have no talent of my own to share. Now that terriculture has adopted me as her CrazyZanyHairMuse I have a purpose. How cool is that!
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pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 08, 2007
11:30 PM Post #4173937
| Well, if you would loosen your grip on the purse strings, we could hire another georgous waitress like me. Here, self serve on the drinks this evening. I will be back with dessert.
grumbling to myself...artists
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terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 08, 2007
11:42 PM Post #4173962
| Where's wuvie's boy then?
Hi Zany, thanks for being alive! |
pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 08, 2007
11:44 PM Post #4173969
| All I have left is some Birthday Cake from Teensy's 3rd birthday today. She may have spit on it a little. 
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pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 08, 2007
11:45 PM Post #4173970
| I made her wash her hands, so don't worry about germs.
Editted to say oh, dear. Didn't pay attention to DH in the back. Sorry all!
This message was edited Nov 8, 2007 9:49 PM
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pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 08, 2007
11:46 PM Post #4173972
| It is delicious!! 
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pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 08, 2007
11:47 PM Post #4173974
| But if that bothers you, have some cheese cake. I just finished some of the chocolate and it is wonderful!! 
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terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 08, 2007
11:53 PM Post #4173988
| I never heard of Birthday cake bothering anyone! well maybe a vegan or two!!!
Happy Birthday Teensy! ...such an adorable child,,...but the mother...another story. SORRY TRACI!!!!
Thankyou for my 4am feast! |
pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 08, 2007
11:57 PM Post #4173996
| She takes after her Mother!!!! |
UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 09, 2007
12:13 AM Post #4174044
| Happy Birthday Teensy!!! Oh Heckfire, I bet she's in bed by now. Well then Happy Belated Birthday Sweetie!
Love, Aunt Janet
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imapigeon
Gilroy (Sunset Z14), CA
(Zone 9a)
November 09, 2007
01:12 AM Post #4174225
| Oh, darn---just dropped in here in time to say g'night to everyone...It's been a long day. Loved the bead thingys, and Rj's photos, and the wee one's b-day shots...hope to have time to look at the dragon tomorrow ...yawn...nighty-night, everyone! |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 09, 2007
01:23 AM Post #4174254
| Oh is it bedtime now? goodnight everyone, sweet dreams! |
cactusfan
Webster, NY
(Zone 6a)
November 09, 2007
01:41 AM Post #4174289
| Terri, isn't it about 5:40 am where you are and haven't you been on and off this thread since about 7pm? When do you sleep? |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 09, 2007
01:45 AM Post #4174296
| very good question! You probably won't see me for days now, I'll be hibernating all weekend! sleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeep Terri. |
pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 09, 2007
03:27 AM Post #4174356
| All right you sleeping artists, the night crew is here to clean up all the mess and move us to a new thread. So when you wake up all bright eyed and bushy tailed, ready to create your hearts out, keep in mind those of us who laborously work through the night to make your cafe' comfy.
Please follow me to the newest and fastest growing thread in town...#6
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/788509/
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terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 10, 2007
08:08 PM Post #4180087
| Thankyou to all the Artists who exhibited their work on this thread.
Karmaplace
Weedsgalore
Calalily
Rj
Pupilpropogtr
Unique Treasures
Iparsley
Eufaula
Special thanks to Traci for everything she does! |
pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 10, 2007
08:33 PM Post #4180173
| Pupil hasn't done any art. What is that about? |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 10, 2007
09:18 PM Post #4180358
| The lovely blue flower picture for our sign at the top. |
pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 10, 2007
09:21 PM Post #4180374
| Ummm...yeah, I did that...;^) |
