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wishupeace

wishupeace
Date Joined: July 3, 2010
Last Online: February 27, 2013
Birthday: October 21
Country: United States

Favorite Crafts

I am interested in all forms of arts and crafts, but of course my free time is limited,so my main focus now is on art quilting and fiber art. I am beginner level, but enjoy learning new techniques. I enjoy the freedom and creativity involved in art quilting. The colors and textures and personal meaning in a piece are more important than getting the seams exact- perfect for me!

I am a real fabricoholic and love finding new fabrics to "paint" with. I like fabrics in rich earth tones and bold jewel tones. I especially love batik fabrics. I have just tried my hand at making Dotee dolls and had so much fun I plan on making several. I have also made a view ATCs and really enjoy that.

Favorite Music

I really enjoy all kinds of music, everything from celtic to rock and roll to bluegrass. My all time favorite band is U2. Some of my other favorite artists are Journey, Sarah Mclachlan, Live, Alison Kraus, Kings of Leon, Daughtry, Annie Lennox, Melissa Etheridge, and Joss Stone.

Favorite Books

I love to read and my favorite types of book are modern literature. I love book that explore human relationships and the reasons for our actions. What makes us who we are? What makes us react differently to the same situation? Why does a person go out of their way to help a stranger? These are things I like reading and thinking about.

I love well written books with carefully constructed sentences and detailed descriptions that not only tell a story but transport you into it.

Some of my favorite books are To Kill a Mockingbird, The Grapes of Wrath, As It Is In Heaven, Four Letters of Love, Beach Music and numerous others.

If you have a recommendation of a book you have enjoyed ( I like all kinds, not just modern literature) I would love to hear about it! I am always looking for something new to read :-)

Other interests

Other things I am interested in:

My favorite color is purple, any and all shades of purple, I also like rich deep and jewel toned colors,like burgundy, royal blue, forest green, rust, etc. I love coffee, chocolate and ice cream I collect old books I like charms, especially ones that look vintage I love vintage photos I like to try new recipes. I like anything to do with faeries. I visited Ireland and Wales and loved both. I would enjoy anything related to either country. I want very much to visit Italy one day, and anything related to Italy is welcome. I enjoy learning about other countries and cultures. I love my flower garden, and am interested in anything garden related. I would enjoy getting scraps of fabric, beads ( especially unusual or glass ones), ribbon, lace, unusual buttons, favorite quotes, book marks,favorite or unusual recipes, charms,copies of vintage photos and textured paper.

About Me

I am 47 years old at the time of this writing. I am divorced and have four grown children, 3 sons ages 22,24, and 28 and a daughter 26. I also have one beautiful granddaughter, Jasmine, who is 6, and who is a constant source of joy in my life. I work in an office, and I feel blessed to have a decent job and work with good people, but it is just a job, not something I gain real satisfaction from. I do enjoy crafting as it gives me a chance to be creative, and to learn. For me crafting is more than just fun, it is a form of therapy. It is also a way to bring a smile to someone, ( I hope!) which is important to me. I like meeting new people and am always interested in learning about the lives of others. I believe we are all on this earth to help each other grow and to learn from one another.

Ratings

Hollie rated for Coin Swap - Int'l circulated coins on Jan 25, 2013
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Comment: Thank you
azmanma rated for Coin Swap - Int'l circulated coins on Jan 20, 2013
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Comment: Dear April Thank you for the lovely US coins. Have a great day. Cheers :)
JanHardt rated for Gingerbread man Shaped ATC on Dec 22, 2012
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Comment: Great card. I like your added touches. Thank you.
rivermaiden rated for Christmas Tree Shaped ATC on Dec 22, 2012
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Comment: Thank you for the lovely ATC!
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Comment: Thank you so much for the package of goodies!! I cant wait to open them up in just a few more days :) Thanks again and Merry Christmas!!!
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Comment: Thank you! I can't wait to open!!
luv2kraft rated for More Christmas Cards! on Dec 16, 2012
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Comment: Thank you for a beautiful Christmas card.
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Comment: I love everything! Thanks!
mermaidery rated for More Christmas Cards! on Dec 10, 2012
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Comment: Thank you for the kind words and the card. Hope you have a wonderful holiday season. :D
yamikolynn rated for More Christmas Cards! on Dec 8, 2012
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Comment: Thank you April, your replacement swap arrived today! Thank you for the bits and pieces you sent with it :) It's sad that your first reading log went missing, if it was as pretty as the one you sent me! The books you read sound interesting :)
Response: Happy to hear it arrived ok :-). I'm so glad you liked it! Thanks for being patient in all this.
csmiffy121 rated for Buttons and Ribbons on Nov 15, 2012
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Comment: Thank you very much for my envelope of goodies
heritagedecouleurs rated for Flowers ATC on Nov 12, 2012
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Comment: thx ...I love your color choice ....
marchy rated for Buttons and Ribbons on Nov 7, 2012
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Annaomar rated for Christmas Ornament ATC #5-GOLD on Nov 7, 2012
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Comment: Thank you for the lovely ATC and for the very pretty fabric and braid that you included.
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Comment: Beautiful! LOVED the red and gold! Thanks! Appreciate the extra papers too!
CbFlynn rated for Christmas Ornament ATC #3-BLUE on Oct 24, 2012
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Comment: Thanks! Very nice
Joni rated for Christmas Ornament ATC #3-BLUE on Oct 22, 2012
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purdyeyes rated for Christmas Ornament ATC #1-RED on Oct 18, 2012
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Comment: Thank you for the ATC.
roostercraz rated for Vintage Button Fairy on Oct 17, 2012
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Comment: love it ,thank you

Rating Overview

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Comments

dalbright on Nov 7, 2012:

You’re invited! Come join: Desk De-clutter #7!

RyeRye on Oct 14, 2012:

HAPPY OCTOBER BIRTHDAY!

RyeRye on Oct 14, 2012:

madhatter76 on Jul 13, 2010:

Hey girl! I just noticed or discovered the lil insect stickers in the notecards! What a cool surprise. Thanks!

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