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Tuesday, February 1, 2011

Come Fly With Me On The Wings Of OWOH!

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Hi everyone!
I had so much fun last year flying on the OWOH Magic Carpet Ride that when I saw that sweet Lisa Swifka was going to do it one more time, well of course I had to join in!
It is a blog hop that is for bloggers only and everyone who joins in on the hop will be offering a gift prize to give to at least one of our commentors.
It is such a wonderful way for artist from all different mediums and from all over the world to get to meet each other. I still follow and keep in touch with several that I met last year. FFL!  ;)


If you just happened upon my blog for another reason and would like to fly along with us, click the logo above to go to Lisa's blog for a list of all of the participants.

OK...her's the poop on me...
I have been crafting all of my life and dabbled in almost all mediums, my current love is high-end handmade greeting cards. I draw many of my own images and even illustrate clear and digital stamps for a stamp company. I also design for 7 other craft companies. I have been published in magazines and a coloring technique book. The vast majority of my cards are done in watercolor but I also use Prismacolor pencils with Gamsol and Copic (alcohol ink) pens.


Here are just a couple examples of my stamp illustrations and greeting cards:
remember, you can click on them for a closer look.


My "Flower Bunny" has been made into a clear stamp.

My "Just BeeCause" image is available as a digi stamp.

I created this digital stamp set as a donation to raise money for a friend who has terminal cancer.

My "Monkey Business" illustration was turned into a digi stamp.

My "Bear Hugs" was also turned into a clear stamp.

 As was my "We Go Together Like..." set.

My "Brrrthday Snowman" is a digi set also!

Next to my husband of 30 years, Robert, my son Kurt, and the rest of my family and close friends, there is no one I would rather spend my time with then my crafty online friends. I have made many over the 3 or 4 years I have been card making and blogging. I have had the pleasure of meeting many of them in person at craft conventions and in classes.

I love blogging, sharing my craft and meeting new people.
Other things I love in no particular order:
God
The smell of fresh cut grass
Songbirds in Spring
Laughing till it hurts
Puppy breath (I know...this is an odd one)
Crab legs
My English Bull child, Zoey
My feline babies, Quilt, Brother and Nother
Coloring like a kid
A clean house
My craft studio
The sound of my son's laughter
Sudden Summer downpours
Walking in the woods looking for wild mushrooms
Setting behind and hugging my soul mate on a Harley ride
Cappuccino
Lilacs and Peonies
Double rainbows...well...any rainbow
The Cullens  and Jacob
Foot , hand and head massages
and growing old...beats the alternative!  :)

Enough already...on to the good stuff!


To thank you for visiting my blog and getting to know a little about me I am offering some beautiful hand-dyed silk ribbon that I got from Really Reasonable Ribbon.

Here is a close up of a few of my favorites.

I wanted my gift to be something that would be useful to just about any artist or crafter and this stuff is amazingly beautiful! Pictures never do it justice!
There are about 20 yards of assorted colors!


I am also throwing in a 3" x 9" tag that I made with "One Heart" embellishment on it to symbolize OHOW. I will add some extra tickets so you can fill them in and give to your sweetie or use in your mixed medium projects.


It's against my religion  ;)  to send a half empty box so I will add a surprise element by filling it with as many bits, baubles and mixed media embellishments as I can get in it! I want to make the time it takes you to post a comment worth your while!  :)

All ya need to do is leave a comment to be entered. If you don't have an email link on your blog, you will need to add it to your comment. I will ship anywhere for this special occasion!
Another reason I chose ribbon...it's light enough it can "Fly On The Wings" around the world.


I will announce the winner the evening of the 17th.



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I thought I would show you a very quick video of my Zoey after the snow. Hope you get a chuckle!


You might want to scroll all of the way down to the bottom of my page and pause the play list so you can hear the video. ;)





I want to send out a special thanks to Lisa for hosting this one more time. I know it is a ton of work but I think for you it's a labor of love.  :)


Hugs to all,
True :D

240 comments:

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SharDon Exclusives said...

I hope you are enjoying your OWOH ride! There are sooo many creative and wonderful ladies out there that it amazes me...
sharon

Zoe said...

Wow I have never seen ribbons like that! And I love your tag also.
Thanks from #849 in the United Kingdom :)

Joe Madl said...

your cards are absolutely beautiful! i'm enjoying looking around in your blog. it's wonderful to meet you through one world one heart 2011!

i am participating for the first time this year and feel honored to have the opportunity to play along with so many creative people!

i hope you will have a chance to stop by my blog, as well!

namaste'
joe in montana
http://manhandledthreads.blogspot.com

angelandspot said...

Your work is so beautiful. I'd love a chance to win the door prize. Thanks so much. ~Cassie angelandspot{at}yahoo{dot}com

Birgit said...

Hi True,

I have followed your blog for quite some time now -- I really like your amazing cards! :)

Thanks for offering such a great prize for OWOH -- it definitely makes my heart go pitter patter.

I just watched your video about Zoey -- so sweet! By the way, may I know which video editing software you used? I am looking for a good one which isn't too expensive, so I would be glad to get a recommendation. Thanks in advance!

Happy creating,
Birgit

Sunshineshelle said...

Your blog & cards are so Bee-u-tiful I can bear-ly stand it :) (I know a pun ;)) I'm pleased to meet you Trudy! (I'm Shelle from Sunshine Coast Australia) If you have time (I don't think I've seen you visit, but could be just dazed from dancing around the world LOL) I'd love you to come on over check out my giveaways & comment at my OWOH post too :) oh & please feel free to drop in now and then after OWOH if you're in the bloggersphere :) that'd be cool! Now let's enjoy this hurly burly wonderful One World One Heart EXTRAVAGANZA :) There's lot's more blogs, I feel like I'm in a marathon LOL!! Up, UP & AWAAAAAAY!!
http://sunshineshelles.blogspot.com/

Kathy McElroy said...

Love your cards and you door prizes. Please sign me up!

Esme said...

Your cards are quite nice. I hope you come visit.

chocolate and croissants at yahoo . com

Anne said...

Thank you for dropping by my blog. I love your door prize and your work is amazing.
So glad you joined the OWOH event. I have also joined you as a follower, your cards are awesome.
#819 mustlovepaint.blogspot.com

Fiona (anubis 1 ) said...

Hi from the UK! Thanks for stopping by my blog. Thanks for the chance to win your awesome goodies.
Fiona.
OWOH #818
fmansfield@fsmail.net

Andrea Ostapovitch said...

Woweee wow, your cards are stunning!!! Thank-you for stopping by my blog!

Lins Artyblobs said...

Thanks for dropping by my blog Trudy. I would love to be part of your draw too to win that gorgeous ribbon.

Lauren said...

Hello! I'm so glad I found One World One Heart and was able to visit your blog! I'm pretty new to the blogging world and I love seeing the different ways of blogging. I hope you will check out my blog and maybe find something useful there. I'd love to be entered for your door prize, thanks for adding my name to the list!
lauren_renfroe@yahoo.com

Lisa said...

EEE! I would be SO excited to win that! I use ribbon that looks like that from a local store and just adore the colors and the feel.

Your cards are gorgeous as well - beautiful work!

Thank you SO much for the opportunity to win! (And hah - I know...space in box just needs to filled, eh?!)
Lisa
#17 on OWOH - www.lifeunity.com

mitz said...

...such a talent you are.. amazing.. thanks for the opportunity
mitz_zee@yahoodotcom

Unknown said...

Your work is so pretty! Love the bunny rabbit, toooo cute!

sunnysideup/doreensng said...

Hi true, Love your cards,the bunny is so cute!the ribbons looks great!
Hugs
doreen

Melissa said...

I love this post! Thanks for the chance to win some of that beautiful ribbon!

Melissa
www.disneydreamerdesigns.blogspot.com

Nancy said...

Your cards, designs, everything are wonderful!!
Thank you for visiting my blog through OWOH! I'd love to be considered in your drawing - the ribbons are yummy!

STAMPING SAM said...

WOW, this was certainly worth my time today to stop by your blog. I love your style and only wish I can make such beautiful cards some day! Congrats on your success in designing, publishing and everything else! Love this hop, what a great way to spend a Sunday!

Janet said...

I'm a follower as I just love all your work You are superb, girl! Thanks for sharing and keep up the good work!

BrendaLea, the Prpldy said...

Hi True,

Been a while since I have been by here. Love your stamps and digi-stamps. Ribbon is beautiful.

BrendaLea A. - Purple Lady
Southern Illinois, USA
prpldy (at) comcast dot net
http://prpldy15.blogspot.com/

Chris Hansen said...

Hi True: Thank you for stopping by my blog and leaving such kind words! It is a delight to "meet" you via OWOH, and get a look at your lovely artwork! Your cards are GORGEOUS - and how very cool is it that you're designing stamps!?!???

xoxo, chris
www.intuitivesparks.blogspot.com
OWOH #704

Bquiltin said...

TruDeee. all of your talent and beauty shines forth. Hope I win, Happy OWOH...

Gracey is not my name.... said...

Great cards...love the ribbons..thanks for offering them...

Barbara Olivo Cagle said...

Hi Trudy, I would love to win your beautiful ribbons and tags. How sweet! Please visit my blog, too. I am the author of "16 x MOM: A Mastery of Motherhood." I am giving away my book and a couple of laminated 4 leaf clovers.
#844
barbara@barbaracagle.com
http://blog.barbaracagle.com

KarenB said...

Hi Trudy, I have been a follower for a while and usually pop in during the RRR blog hops :) Thanks for the opportunity to win one of your handcrafted creations :)
My email is in my blog profile

Leslie A. Hawkins said...

Zoey is so adorable, I have three fur babies and one regular LOL.Loving this OWOH meet and greet. Come for a visit. www.beckoningoflife.blogspot.com Leslie

Tammy Freiborg said...

Such colorful ribbon and lovely tag. Come visit #875 bonsaihabits.blogspot.com

LucindaBee said...

Hello from New Zealand - I have enjoyed visiting your blog, and I LOVE your giveaway. Ribbon!! Just love it

Budget Traveler said...

Hello from Thailand! Wow! Your cards are beautiful.. I can't help but spend a few minutes looking at your beautiful cards and all its details!

Please count me in your giveaway, the ribbons are beautiful!

Here's my OWOH post..please click here.. :)

laetriciajaniel (@) gmail (dot) com

michelle said...

Hi True, so nice of you to stop by my blog !! i love your creations they are stunning !! i love making cards but none come close to yours !! I have become a follower so i can come back and be inspired !! Really would love to win your giveaway that ribbon looks yummy !!

take care

michelle

http://socr8v.blogspot.com/

Miriam said...

Greetings from the Netherlands! The ribbons are looking fabulous, so please count me in.

Thanks a lot, Miriam #781

Everyday Kathy said...

What a lovely place you have here! Thank you so much for the chance to win your awesome giveaway!

Outrageous joy,
Kathy #655 on OWOH tour

Laurie said...

Oh, you are talented and prolific paper artist! And that ribbon looks so yummy! I would love to win it! I hope you'll stop by and see my blog, and enter my giveaway, #45 on the list, too! Enjoy the last few days of the event!

Unknown said...

I enjoyed checking out your blog, and was surprised at how many of your stamps I recognized! You said you specialize right now in high end handmade cards, and I can tell you that my first impression is definately high end, really well done quality workmanship. I love your ribbons, hope I win!! Keep on with your wonderful talent.

Anonymous said...

Your cards are just gorgeous, I will definitely be back. Thanks for the chance to win your generous giveaway. Anna #647 cottage6studio at yahoo dot com

E Makes Art said...

I'm so glad you like my art and blog. Your creations are great! So many accomplishments, how wonderful!! Please count me in, I would love to get my hands on that ribbon!

xoEsther

ziggy stardust said...

I love ribbon! what a great giveaway! Thanks for a chance to win!

xoxo
ziggy

Jennie said...

Hi True!
Thank you so much for visiting my blog on the wonderful OWOH journey! It's great to meet you and my goodness, you are so amazingly talented! Your creations are beautiful. But, more than anything...I love your fur-babies. That video of Zoey is so dang funny! My little Fox Terrier was like that - she never would venture off the patio.

Best wishes to you!
Jennie

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