Today is due day; I guess I could say Blue day! I linked up with a blogging party called Summer Of Color. Kristin from Twinkle, Twinkle blog is the host; each week will be a different color. I couldn't decide which way to go and made 2 blue pages for my art journal.
The girl reminds me of growing up; I so loved blue for quite a long time. I even tie dyed my curtains and bedspread blue. I loved books n' flowers and added a quote about gardening. My mother n' grandmother shared their love of flowers; my love came a bit later. My Mom's best friend has art work featuring the blue butterfly; I remember the first time I saw this art. It was amazing!
The second piece reflects summer at the shore; I grew up near the bay and have fond memories. I tried to include a lot of small items that reflect my love of treasure hunting and hanging out at the shore. It is one of my favorite places. It amazes me how blue is a backdrop for my life. I grew up by the bay, I married a sailor, and I feel odd if I don't live near by water. I found out when we moved to Orlando, Florida. I'm sure it was just the humidity, but it took awhile for me to adjust.
I wanted to add I found some of my collage images at Paper Whimsy~
You can go to Kristin's blog and see more blue art featured or go to flickr! It is amazing and you can still join in if you want to be part of the colorful party~ It is fun!
The second piece reflects summer at the shore; I grew up near the bay and have fond memories. I tried to include a lot of small items that reflect my love of treasure hunting and hanging out at the shore. It is one of my favorite places. It amazes me how blue is a backdrop for my life. I grew up by the bay, I married a sailor, and I feel odd if I don't live near by water. I found out when we moved to Orlando, Florida. I'm sure it was just the humidity, but it took awhile for me to adjust.
I wanted to add I found some of my collage images at Paper Whimsy~
You can go to Kristin's blog and see more blue art featured or go to flickr! It is amazing and you can still join in if you want to be part of the colorful party~ It is fun!
Comments
...and thank you for sharing the story behind your gorgeous journal pieces.
Jan x
I love your Blue pages. So evocative of seaside days gone by. Just lovely.
Lesley x
Karen
:) Nan
Ellie Garratt
Thanks so much for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment!
How totally mesmerizing!! I love what you have created!!!
XO
Cindy
Sandi-Thank you for coming by;I love your page, with the imprint! I look forward to more of your lovely pages~
MPax-I can see that blue would be a fav for you :D Thanks, I thought of growth and how our vision changes throughout life~ Thank you!!!
Cindy-So nice of you to stop by~ I love your photos and your new store goodies. I need to load my store. I have a few items, need more! Thank you~
Creating me-Thank you; it is a fun challenge!
Createology-Have you seen the movie, "Nights in Rodanthe"...the blue house is so bluetiful..you would love it! Thank you~
Kristin-Thank you; I loved the challenge~
Beverley-It is a fun challenge, isn't it; Thank you~
Susan-Thank you; I think it is fun to share what inspired us, too~
Myka-You are so right; I would also love a blue raspberry Popsicle :D
Hi Kathy-Yes, we are having issues with blogger again... Thank you for your kind words and coming back! :D
Jen-Thank you; I haven't started on my green page yet. You are wise; I am gathering supplies and have an idea, but that is it for now~
Dezzy-I love your choices of blue! I think nature colors, suit me, too. Blues, greens, browns, etc. When first married everyone had blue, so I steered away from it. Later I realized how many variations and did things my own way. It didn't help I lived on a remote island and shopping was limited. Everyone had the same blue printed pillows and various accessories. augh... This is when I became a thrift shop diva, lol
Mandy-Thank you so much; it was a fun challenge!
I can't wait to see what everyone does with green!
Ellie-Thank you; it was fun to do! The beach one had more of a sentimental feel, for me~ I'll be visiting soon!
Heather-Thank you; you are sweet~
AlteredPage-I look forward to more of your lovely creations; Thank you~
Janelle-Lazy, lake lounging days sound wonderful!
I grew up near the bay and my parents had friends that had cottages at the lake. A few years we rented one, it was magical! Thank you~
Kindred spirits-Thank you; I love the shore, grew up 1/4 of a mile near it. I walked, rode my bike to it, nearly every day~ Beautiful endless blue days and storms were the most fun~
Linda-Thank you; I am thinking of writing some personal memories to go with them~ I love your idea!
Thank you JO; it is going to be a fun challenge!
Joanna-Thank you; it is fun to see what everyone else is doing!
Kristin-Thank you for doing this; I think you have an amazing turnout! It is so inspiring to see all of the unique, lovely creations!!! Thanks so much for organizing this event~xXx
MissyK-it is amazing how soothing blue is; thank you!
BossyBetty-Thank you so much; it is a fun challenge!~
Sherrybluesky-Thank you so much; I did go to the moon n' back with blue, didn't I! ;-D
Carol-I would love a bouquet; Thank you :D
Becky-Thank you so much; it means a lot~
Alex-Thank you; I know, I lived there for 5yrs. Hubby had school there and then we were stationed there for 3yrs. Augh...beautiful, but ...
Tammy-Sounds lovely the way decorating should be~
Thank you!
Wanda-Thank you; I love so many colors that reflect nature~
Valerie-The shore n' gardening are two of my favorite treasures! Thank you~
Lesley-Thank you that is so true for me, too~
NatashaMay-Isn't it a fun challenge; I mean party! Thank you~
Amanda-How fun; I will stop by soon! Wow, blue poppies...I didn't know they existed, how fab!!!
Thank you~
Jan-Thank you; I love what blue can represent! I look forward to your creations!
xoEsther
Esther-Thank you; it was fun to make~ I'll be by soon :D