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Maria Soto RobbinsUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger382125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13089288509360830.post-36305042697771210422013-02-20T14:00:00.000-05:002013-02-20T14:00:04.603-05:00Jennifer Mennuti: Plants as Inspiration<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Jennifer Mennuti, of <a href="http://southfloridalandscapedesign.com/">Botanical Visions</a> recently blogged about my art in a very<a href="http://southfloridalandscapedesign.com/featured/plants-as-inspiration-the-power-of-the-positive/"> inspiring post</a> about the power plants have to inspire us and affect change for the good, in our world. You can read her entire post<a href="http://southfloridalandscapedesign.com/featured/plants-as-inspiration-the-power-of-the-positive/"> here</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 20px;">I particularly enjoyed her description of an artist who renders flowers as one "who takes an event and turns it into a story which can be recorded and retold." So true. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 20px;">Which reminds me of my father. About fifteen years ago, before his death, he came to visit with a small bag full of these weed-like plants. "Plant these" , he said. "They just sprouted all over my yard and are very pretty when they bloom". And of course, I did. Every day when I see a buttercup in my garden, or see my little painting of a<a href="http://artbymsr.blogspot.com/2009/05/papis-yellow-buttercup.html"> Buttercup</a>, "Papi" speaks to me... </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I've subscribed and spent quite a while reading Jennifer's blog since she has so many interesting posts about plants and landscaping in South Florida. Goodness knows, although I love plants, I don't have as green a thumb as I could have! And she offers quite an interesting way of <a href="http://southfloridalandscapedesign.com/featured/getting-attached-to-orchids-in-7-easy-steps/">attaching orchids </a>and bromeliads to trees. I am going to try that! Please check out her very<a href="http://southfloridalandscapedesign.com/featured/plants-as-inspiration-the-power-of-the-positive/"> interesting blog here</a>.</span><br />
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The holidays have come and gone and I'm ready to get back to <strike>work</strike> painting. One of my favorite subjects, that I never tire off it seems, are flowers. Lately it's been <a href="http://www.artbymsr.blogspot.com/2012/12/sunny-spanish-red-geranium.html">geraniums</a>. Here is the latest one. It has the textured petals in thick, rich buttery oil paints. Hope you like it and remind you that spring is right around the corner!</div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px;">This impressionistic painting was done in thick oil paint and it shows a beautiful Royal Poinciana tree in full bloom. It doesn't need a frame although it would look even better in one!</span><br />
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She recently bought one of my handmade totes to decorate. See what she bought below or click <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/109116853/tote-to-decorate-denim-cotton-with-8-by">here</a>. This week she sent me a photo of her lovely creation. She wrote:<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13089288509360830.post-9850703619848815172012-10-19T01:00:00.000-04:002012-10-19T01:00:04.448-04:00Flowers on FineArtAmericaI thought I'd share some of my flowers listed in my <a href="http://fineartamerica.com/profiles/maria-soto-robbins.html?tab=artworkgalleries&artworkgalleryid=18845">FineArtAmerica</a> site. Hope you enjoy!
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The huge royal poinciana we have in front of our house hardly bloomed this year. I don't know why. Too much rain, maybe? Anyway, I thought it would be fun to show you some of the paintings I've done in the past that have already sold but are available in my <a href="http://fineartamerica.com/art/all/maria+soto+robbins/all">FineArtAmerica store</a>. You can click each image to see it bigger or go to the shop.<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13089288509360830.post-38639407144597883492012-10-10T01:00:00.000-04:002012-10-10T01:00:00.136-04:00FineArtAmerica Flower PrintsNow that the weather is getting a little bit dryer in south Florida, I've been able to go out and enjoy these two varieties of flowers that pretty much bloom year round.
Although the originals have gone on to their new homes, prints and cards can be found <a href="http://fineartamerica.com/featured/ixora-bloom-maria-soto-robbins.html">here</a>. You can also click the FineArtAmerica image.<br />
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I've had 100 sales on my Etsy shop! That is a little milestone for me. When I opened my shop initially back in late 2008 I loved the idea behind the venue. "Your Place to Buy and Sell All Things Handmade" sounded like such a neat concept for the creative indie (independent) artist. I never really thought I would sell anything but I secretly hoped I'd be able to pay for my canvas and paints by selling one or two things, here and there. After all, I personally know two very experienced artists whom I adore, who've been unable to sell anything on Etsy. Jeez. How can that be? So, I consider myself extremely fortunate with my sales. And to share my good fortune with you, since you've helped me reach this milestone, I'm offering 25% off of ANY ONE item in my shop for the next <b>24 hours</b>. Just use coupon code 25PERCENTOFFSALE . So, if you've eyed anything for Christmas or the holidays, now is your chance! And of course, I have free shipping ALWAYS!<br />
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Please don't delay! Sale ends soon, as they say! Go to my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/artbymsr?ref=si_shop">Etsy shop</a> and see what you can find!<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px;">These stylish cross body satchels are totally sewn and hand painted by me. Each is an individual work of art hand signed and no two will ever be identical! Wear original art at an affordable price~<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" /><br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />They're made with canvas cotton and have long genuine leather suede straps perfect for crossing over your chest and hips. It's big enough for those essentials that you have to have when you are on the go. They're lined and include a bottom pleated gusset! Will go well with jeans during the day or you can dress it up for evening wear. Very versatile!<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" /><br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />Please note that my art work is on one side only!<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" /><br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />Material: cotton (canvas) fabric<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />Size: 10″h x 7w” x 1.5″d<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />Shade: Black<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />Full side and pleated bottom gusset<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />Genuine suede handles approximately 47″ long<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />Fully lined<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />Spot wash with cold water<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />Scotchguard protected<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" /><br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />All of my items are created in my smoke-free, pet-free home studio.<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" /><br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" /><br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />♥ Handmade with love in Miami, Fl<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" /><br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />Limited Time Introductory Price!<br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" /><br style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" />© 2012 Original design by Maria Soto Robbins which is exclusive to Artbymsr. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproductions prohibited.</span><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13089288509360830.post-47648446998026099842012-09-19T12:49:00.000-04:002012-09-19T12:49:51.068-04:00How to paint a toteThe title of this post might not be correct. We're not painting just <i>any</i> tote but one that I sewed myself and you can see<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/109116853/tote-to-decorate-denim-cotton-with-8-by"> here</a> in my Etsy shop. The instructions below cover only the painting portion of this project. I'll leave the <i>How to Sew an Art Tote</i> for another time. <br />
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I used acrylics as my painting medium but you can certainly use <a href="http://www.dickblick.com/products/winsor-and-newton-artists-oil-colors/">conventional oils</a> and add <a href="http://www.dickblick.com/products/winsor-and-newton-liquin-mediums/">Liquin</a> medium if you want to have it dry faster. I've also done this with the <a href="http://www.dickblick.com/products/winsor-and-newton-artisan-water-mixable-oil-colors/">Artisan water mixable oils</a> and love it. But I prefer the drying time of the acrylics and that is why I've used them on this project. You decide!<br />
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Take one of <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/109116853/tote-to-decorate-denim-cotton-with-8-by">my totes</a> (like the one shown above) and slip a piece of cardboard under the painting area. And to ensure that you don't get paint in the wrong areas, cover with plastic:
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Make sure you use<a href="http://www.scotchblue.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/Scotch-BlueBrand/Scotch-Blue/"> blue painters tape</a> or <a href="http://www.frogtape.com/">Frog tape </a>to keep the cloth underneath clean.<br />
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I love sunflowers and don't get tired of painting them! So I apply at least one coat of white or buff titanium <a href="http://www.dickblick.com/products/blick-studio-acrylics/?clickTracking=true">acrylic</a> to prepare the 8x10 "canvas". After it dries, I'll apply my<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Imprimatura"> imprimatura</a>. In this case, I used a mix of cad yellow and white. Again, wait till it dries and sketch your image. It's lightly drawn.<br />
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You might see the drawing a bit better here:</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I've outlined the sunflower and started with the darker center first.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">As usual, I got so carried away with the painting that I forgot to take more pictures! You get the idea. This sunflower is basically done. I will spray varnish it but wanted to photograph it first so I wouldn't get the glare.</td></tr>
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And finally. This is what my completed tote looks like. I would love to see what you come up with!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">You can find this on<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/109198715/sunny-sunflower-black-and-leather-yellow">e here or one like it </a>.</td></tr>
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Please feel free to contact me<a href="mailto:msr107@gmail.com"> here</a> if you have any questions about any of these steps.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Black cotton <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/109051498/tote-to-decorate-black-cotton-with-8-by">canvas totes</a> with leather straps</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px;">These stylish cotton totes are ready for you to decorate or paint with your own design! If you're a fine art painter or visual artist, what a great way to paint your own unique image and carry around your work of art every time you run out the door with your tote! Share your work with the world! A pretty and useful conversation piece!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px;">These are totally hand sewn by me and made individually. When I was looking to paint my own totes I found only cheap quality, foreign made totes. So I made my own. You can see <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/109198715/sunny-sunflower-black-and-leather-yellow">my art totes</a> here and dream up your own art!</span><br style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" /><br style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" /><a href="https://www.etsy.com/transaction/90888642" style="color: #0192b5; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;" target="_blank">https://www.etsy.com/transaction/90888642</a><br style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" /><br style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px;">Decorate them with acrylics or oil paints. You can do your own screen printing or sew or embroider anything you like. Let your creativity be your guide and have a very personal and practical work of art to keep or give! </span><br style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" /><br style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px;">My canvas cotton tote bags with leather handles have plenty of room to carry everything you need when you are on the go (they're lined and include a bottom pleated gusset with grommets reinforcing the handles). Perfect for the beach, gym, work, school, to carry your laptop, or on quick trips to the grocery store!</span><br style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" /><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13089288509360830.post-81263795034731002292012-09-10T11:35:00.000-04:002012-09-10T11:35:32.794-04:00Giveaway Winner!As you know, I was giving away one of my beach/anywhere totes that didn't make it to my design finals. You can read about it <a href="http://artbymsr.blogspot.com/2012/08/sunflower-art-tote-giveaway.html">here</a>. And I'm so happy to let you know that Random.org picked a winner and it is #8:<br />
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Congratulations, Audrey! If you will write to me at msr107@gmail.com, and put in the subject line,<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13089288509360830.post-31261129436682496272012-08-30T16:45:00.000-04:002012-08-31T09:06:41.140-04:00Sunny Sunflower Art TotesRecently, I told you about these<a href="http://www.artbymsr.blogspot.com/2012/08/new-sunny-sunflower-art-totes.html"> new art totes</a> I've been sewing and painting individually. I've sold several and have had very good feedback on them. One of my favorite collectors (you know who You are) told me this:<br />
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"Oh Maria! It's absolutely gorgeous...and very under priced. I would suggest a price of $40 as in introductory price. I don't know how much time you spend painting the bag and I realize that art cannot be measured by man hours but $25 with free shipping is too low....way too low. </div>
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Again, thank you for sharing your talent with the rest of us mere mortals. I'll wear my new tote with pride."</div>
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Wasn't that sweet? Of course, she's one of my favorite Collectors!</div>
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Well, I do agree . It was an introductory price, they do take a lot of time and effort and prices do need to go up September 1st. So, if you've been eyeing one of these as a beach tote, farmer's market bag, gym bag, Christmas present, etc., please go to my <a href="http://www.artbymsr.etsy.com/">Etsy shop</a> now for more information.</div>
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If you'd like to try and win one, please go to <a href="http://www.artbymsr.blogspot.com/2012/08/sunflower-art-tote-giveaway.html">my giveaway</a> and leave a comment on my blog! Random.org will pick a winner on September 9th. Enter as many times as you like...Good luck!</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13089288509360830.post-40327217103539322002012-08-17T01:00:00.000-04:002012-08-17T01:00:06.659-04:00Sunflower Art Tote GiveawayDuring the design process for these 100% cotton beach totes, I ended up making a few of these that didn't make it to the final production process. Nothing wrong with them. (I just thought the painting could have been a bit bigger on this one.) So, this is one of those. Anyway, since I love giveaways. And I haven't had one in quite a while....Here is what you can win:<br />
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All you need to do is subscribe to my <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/blogspot/LtjBW">Newsletter</a>. Or, if you are a subscriber already, just <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Maria-Soto-Robbins-Artist/152244918166135?ref=tn_tnmn">Like my shop on Facebook</a>. Get an extra chance by leaving a comment on this blog. Get another chance by visiting my <a href="http://artbymsr.etsy.com/">Etsy </a>shop and THEN leaving another comment here! Your choice. Enter as many times as you like.<br />
Winner will be selected September 9th by Random.org.<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13089288509360830.post-55848314299935983992012-08-15T05:00:00.000-04:002012-08-15T16:21:03.678-04:00New Sunny Sunflower Art TotesI've dug out my trusty sewing machine and after dusting if off, put together these beach totes that<br />
incorporate my Sunny Sunflower design. I painted these with acrylics and each one is a<br />
unique work of art. Now, I just love sunflowers and painting, so making these was a lot of fun for me!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Click <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/106383581/sunny-sunflower-white-red-hand-painted">here</a> for Tote-White with Sunny Sunflower Red</td></tr>
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"My canvas cotton tote bags have plenty of room to carry everything you need when you are on the go (they're lined and include a bottom pleated gusset and extra long handles for easy carrying). Perfect for the beach, gym, work, school, to carry your laptop, or on quick trips to the grocery store!"<br />
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We've just recently returned home from our trip to celebrate my mom-in-law's 100th birthday.<br />
It was a totally fun and relaxing trip visiting the family! Here are a couple of pictures we took.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The whole town of Wyoming was invited! That's how they still do things in Small Town, America!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Birthday-Girl enjoying her cake! She's 100 years old, can you believe it?</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lisa, my daughter -in-law made this lovely ceramic platter showing the main lineage of Lois and Lyle.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Me enjoying the festivities~</td></tr>
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I've recently uploaded paintings onto my FineArtAmerica store that had sold. Although they've gone on to happy homes, they're still available in prints and cards. You can check it out <a href="http://art-by-msr.com/">here</a>.</div>
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When we return from the<a href="http://www.artbymsr.blogspot.com/2012/07/100-birthday-celebration.html"> Midwest</a>, I'll be sharing with you a new project I've been working on. I'm very excited about it because it incorporates two things I love to do: painting and sewing. Please stay tuned and I hope to get your feedback!</div>
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