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*Farmgirl Swap:  MAIL ART: "Delightful December - 2011"  |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13664 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13664 Posts |
 Posted - Dec 10 2011 : 2:44:08 PM
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This isn't actually for Mail Art, but I had to share these pics. I asked Nini to make me an altered clipboard (we've got a little business deal going). I asked for a full-sized clipboard and I told her what colors, and other things I liked and indicated I wanted to be able to use it so it needed to not be too "lumpy" on the surface. Because she knows me pretty well and because of my "likes" she fashioned this ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL creation for me. It's vintage, shabby chic and has vintage photos on the front. Lovely ribbon roses on the clip. The pic on the left is actually one she captured of me and my little sister from August 1955. The one on the right is not me or my family but she knows I'm a pianist. The hymn "Great Is Thy Faithfulness" in the center is actually one of my mom's favorite hymns and was sung at her memorial service. . . Nini didn't know that.
On the back she has used vintage apron prints, the "History of the Apron" story which is actually the same one I put a copy of in the pocket of every apron I sell. Roses, butterflies, bird clipart with scroll-y trim. Well I couldn't have asked for something more beautiful or personal!!
Just had to show you more of Nini's work!!!
CJ
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..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
From my Hands - www.cjscreations-ceejay.blogspot.com
the "Purple Thistle" http://www.ceejay48.etsy.com
From my Heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
Through my lens - http://ceejayscamera.shutterfly.com/
From my Hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
Edited by - ceejay48 on Dec 10 2011 4:12:44 PM |
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edlund33
True Blue Farmgirl
1510 Posts
Marilyn
Renton
WA
USA
1510 Posts |
Posted - Dec 10 2011 : 6:55:10 PM
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Here is the FABULOUS mail art I recevied from CJ today! I LOVE Snowcovered tree so this is right up my alley...and the story about the tree that survived the fire is a wonderful touch! I have a frame that it will fit in so I'm going to be hanging it up on my wall tonight. THANK YOU CJ! And thanks again for going "non Christmas" for me!
Cheers! ~ Marilyn
Farm Girl No. 1100
Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. - Ralph Waldo Emerson |
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bobbinrobin
True Blue Farmgirl
590 Posts
Sharon
Newman Lake
WA
USA
590 Posts |
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LadyInRed
True Blue Farmgirl
6740 Posts
PeggyAnn
Vancouver
WA
USA
6740 Posts |
Posted - Dec 11 2011 : 06:39:01 AM
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Thanks CJ for sharing more of Nini's incredible Altered-clipboard Art. She amazes me.
And I also loved your Colorado Wintery Scene for Marilyn. Lovely Job!
blessings,
peggy
Farmgirl #1326
http://ladyinredsite.blogspot.com
"Leave Your Cares Behind...Join Us On The Porch"
"I'm only as strong as the caffeine I drink, the hair-spray I use and the Girlfriends that I have."
When I was a lonely wallflower, Jesus asked me to dance. Then he asked me to be joyous, to be passionate, and to Be His! |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13664 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13664 Posts |
Posted - Dec 11 2011 : 07:01:03 AM
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Thanks girls! The mountain pic in the lower left corner of Marilyn's Mail Art are the LaPlata mountains of the San Juan Range of the Colorado Rockies. They are less than 50 miles away and that is the view from my kitchen (east) window.
The tree in the right lower corner is our "Miracle Tree", it is a Colorado Blue Spruce. It was about 18 inches tall and we planted it the fall of 1993 in the shelter of a mature deciduous tree while it took root and got established. In July 1994 we lost our house, everything in it and all of our natural wooded area around our house in an arson fire. That little tree was burned as was the big one by it . . but we left all trees until the following spring to see what kind of growth . . or not . . . we would see, just to better know whether there was any life in them. The big deciduous tree was destroyed, the blue spruce badly damaged but still had life. My hubby trimmed off the damaged branches/needles . . thus is was quite misshapen. However, since then . . . spring of 1995 . . .WITHOUT any further trimming, shaping or anything but water, sunlight and our admiration, that tree has grown into a STUNNINGLY, PERFECTLY SHAPED thing of BEAUTY. It is now about 20 feet tall and perfect!!! It is at the end of our driveway and we can admire it from the house, the yard, the road . . and we are reminded of the entire miracle . . and life lessons learned . . that the Lord worked for us out of that terrible fire!!!
We have other Colorado Blue Spruce trees on our property . . . our state tree and my favorite tree.
Thought I'd share the story with the rest of you girls!!!
Thanks for letting me share!!
CJ
P.S. The pic at the top is something I had . . not sure of it's location, but it SURE looks like Colorado . . and it could be.
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
From my Hands - www.cjscreations-ceejay.blogspot.com
the "Purple Thistle" http://www.ceejay48.etsy.com
From my Heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
Through my lens - http://ceejayscamera.shutterfly.com/
From my Hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
Edited by - ceejay48 on Dec 11 2011 08:01:18 AM |
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bobbinrobin
True Blue Farmgirl
590 Posts
Sharon
Newman Lake
WA
USA
590 Posts |
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kpaints
True Blue Farmgirl
1564 Posts
karen
cheney
wa
1564 Posts |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13664 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13664 Posts |
Posted - Dec 11 2011 : 12:08:58 PM
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AND, just another bit of trivia . . .
Nini and I found out just recently that we both have the same maiden name . . GARDNER.
I had sent Nini the Fall Apple ATC with the info about our family farm and the "Gardner Farm and Orchards". She emailed me and told me she was a "Gardner Girl" too! So, we're probably related . . :)
Life is such fun, isn't it?!?!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
Mother Hen: FARMGIRLS SOUTHWEST HENHOUSE
From my Hands - www.cjscreations-ceejay.blogspot.com
the "Purple Thistle" http://www.ceejay48.etsy.com
From my Heart - www.fromacelticheart.blogspot.com
Through my lens - http://ceejayscamera.shutterfly.com/
From my Hubby - www.aspenforge.blogspot.com |
Edited by - ceejay48 on Dec 11 2011 1:00:00 PM |
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kpaints
True Blue Farmgirl
1564 Posts
karen
cheney
wa
1564 Posts |
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Beth Jones
True Blue Farmgirl
3196 Posts
beth
tallassee
alabama
3196 Posts |
Posted - Dec 11 2011 : 4:44:49 PM
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Wow, You two might be kinfolks, as we say down here!! What a lovely clipboard and the hymn is so special!! Thank you for sharing the photos and giving us a peek into your memories! Smiles, BEth
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Beth Jones
True Blue Farmgirl
3196 Posts
beth
tallassee
alabama
3196 Posts |
Posted - Dec 11 2011 : 4:46:49 PM
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Debbie, in Anchorage, Have you received your mail art? Hope so....Smiles
You can never be to kind! |
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Kirksmom71
True Blue Farmgirl
873 Posts
Mel
Dallas
Texas
USA
873 Posts |
Posted - Dec 11 2011 : 6:06:12 PM
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Wow CJ and Nini that takes the idea of "farmsisters" to a whole new level!! :) And such beautiful mail art and clipboard! Love seeing all the pics. It's wonderful to be able to see 'all' the lovely things we share with each other! Thanx
My best to all,
Mel
Sassy City Girl with Farmgirl Fantasies! |
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LadyInRed
True Blue Farmgirl
6740 Posts
PeggyAnn
Vancouver
WA
USA
6740 Posts |
Posted - Dec 11 2011 : 7:40:09 PM
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CJ...thanks for sharing that story about your arson fire and your Trees. It just goes to show
that what God brings through the Ashes... can become something Glorious and Wonderous indeed.
Be it Nature or people. Thanks for sharing your story.
Hugs and Christmas Joy,
peggy
Farmgirl #1326
http://ladyinredsite.blogspot.com
"Leave Your Cares Behind...Join Us On The Porch"
"I'm only as strong as the caffeine I drink, the hair-spray I use and the Girlfriends that I have."
When I was a lonely wallflower, Jesus asked me to dance. Then he asked me to be joyous, to be passionate, and to Be His! |
Edited by - LadyInRed on Dec 11 2011 7:41:04 PM |
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Emily Anna
True Blue Farmgirl
863 Posts
Emily
Fort Atkinson
WI
USA
863 Posts |
Posted - Dec 11 2011 : 8:05:51 PM
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Wow Nini and CJ! I am in complete awe over your beautiful creations. The clipboard is so amazing! I love everything about it....the roses and black & white prints look so sharp together and I love the vintage feel it gives. CJ, the card you made is also very beautiful! The colors and pictures definitly made me think of waking up to a crisp winter morning after a snowfall snuck up during the night. And that view! I'm a tad bit jealous! The story of the miracle tree is amazing. I'm so glad you and your husband thought to wait and see if the trees would make it before taking them down. And what a perfect tree it is! It looks like you have a little peice of Heaven there in Colorado!
Emily |
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Emily Anna
True Blue Farmgirl
863 Posts
Emily
Fort Atkinson
WI
USA
863 Posts |
Posted - Dec 11 2011 : 8:09:01 PM
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I just read Peggys message and couldn't agree more. It is awesome to see what God brings through the ashes. God is good!
Emily
PS.....did I mention how jealous I am of that view??!! :) |
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debbies journey
True Blue Farmgirl
635 Posts
debbie
anchorage
ak
USA
635 Posts |
Posted - Dec 11 2011 : 10:32:19 PM
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Hi Beth,
I did recieve your wonderful package when I picked up our mail yesturday!
It arrived safely and I'm so happy to see the Christmas house in person, it's
so charming! As is the stocking and recipe holder and cards! The recipe sounds delish!
I opened the package at work and my co-worker was wow'ed!
Thanks so much
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one_dog_per_acre
True Blue Farmgirl
1572 Posts
Trish
Sandpoint
ID
USA
1572 Posts |
Posted - Dec 13 2011 : 03:13:41 AM
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Sent to Mel.
“It always looks darkest just before it gets totally black.”-Charlie Brown |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Dec 13 2011 : 10:32:43 AM
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Ohhh! My goodness! CJ! You didn't have to post the pics - but thank you, and thanks to all of you for your kindness! I think all of our farmgirl mail artists are absolutely amazing. I love all the treasures I've collected from each of you over the past year, and look forward to many more in the future! It's like Christmas every month! :)
CJ - I, too, just love that card, and the story about the tree... SO inspiring!
Hugs and blessings to all!
Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
www.papercraftingwithnini.myctmh.com
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13664 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
13664 Posts |
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montanafarmgirl
Farmgirl in Training
45 Posts
Vickie Harrell
Bigfork
Montana
USA
45 Posts |
Posted - Dec 13 2011 : 1:58:23 PM
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Deb...Thank you for my card with the tea ! how relaxing !!! Merry Christmas to you and yours...and I hope your feeling better ! Blessings to you my farmgirl Sister !!!
Farmgirl Blessings
Farmgirl # 2554
Vickie |
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Jessi Lynn
True Blue Farmgirl
144 Posts
New York
USA
144 Posts |
Posted - Dec 13 2011 : 2:03:12 PM
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Maddie,
Your packages are on the way-I couldn't find a deep box-hope it arrives fast.
Jessi Lynn |
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IdahoShamrock
True Blue Farmgirl
161 Posts
Kathy
Hayden
Idaho
USA
161 Posts |
Posted - Dec 14 2011 : 09:30:26 AM
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Oh CJ, reading your posts has put a lump in my throat....losing your home and keeping your beloved little spruce. And thankyou for sharing the photos of Ninis' clipboard. It is fabulous!
I received your mail art last week and it is wonderful! A lovely, handcrafted apron by CJ in holiday print fabric. And little surprises like a gift tag, card and cookie cuttiers tucked into the pockets. I loved everything, CJ and thankyou so much! I am very pleased that I now have 2 aprons by CJs Creations hanging in my kitchen! Your love and consideration are stitched into my life as well as those aprons...Thankyou!
And consider yourself hugged!
Farmgirl #2125
www.dustbincards.etsy.com |
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annielaurel
True Blue Farmgirl
912 Posts
nancy
fernandina beach
florida
USA
912 Posts |
Posted - Dec 15 2011 : 05:22:14 AM
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Sharon, I received your wonderful package yesterday. Thank you sooooo much for the beautiful card which is so special. I love the little cameo button and the ME bookmark with the place to put a picture. Oh the little tea bag pocket is so cute and the eggnog tea is to die for. My hubby and I shared the tea last night. Everything is delightful. I am not able to post a picture right now as my scanner is not working.
Have a wonderful Christmas, Sharon
Hugs and Squeezies,
Nancy
Farmgirl Sister #2301
Laughing is good exercise. It is like jogging on the inside.
Some gifts are big. Some gifts are small. The gift from the heart is the best gift of all. |
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bobbinrobin
True Blue Farmgirl
590 Posts
Sharon
Newman Lake
WA
USA
590 Posts |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
7577 Posts |
Posted - Dec 15 2011 : 07:05:20 AM
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Oh WOW! I LOVE your mail art, Sharon! LOVE LOVE it! Awesome!! Hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
www.papercraftingwithnini.myctmh.com
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MAIL ART: "Delightful December - 2011"
