Saturday, February 12, 2011

the definition of serenity...

if you've never visited the blog of 
you are missing a real treat, 
for it is a truly enchanting place 
filled with her exquisite nature-inspired 
textile art and photography


recently Carolyn sent me the most wonderful treasure


a precious handmade heart...


with the most extraordinary hand stitching and details
isn't it totally awe-inspiring...filled with elegance and tranquility?
I'd just love to vacation in that little cottage by the sea...
thank you so much Carolyn for such an inspiring gift.. 
sweet memories of favorite places and things.



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24 comments:

  1. RhondaFebruary 13, 2011 at 12:45 AM

    What a precious heart gift. The detail is amazing, with a little cottage no less.

    I think we all dream of relaxing in one by the sea from time to time.

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  2. Lucky Dip LisaFebruary 13, 2011 at 1:34 AM

    That is lovely! Makes me want to pull out my fabric and thread and get sewing!

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  3. ArtPropelledFebruary 13, 2011 at 4:38 AM

    Serenity beside the sea indeed! Carolyn's work is enchanting and takes me back to the few days we spent in St. Ive's many years ago. Definitely one of the highlights of our trip.

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  4. DortheFebruary 13, 2011 at 4:48 AM

    Dear Lisa, hi!
    A very beautifull heart, and a place for happy thoughts to come through -in the house incirkled in flowers .
    Happy sunday-
    Dorthe

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  5. BarryFebruary 13, 2011 at 5:06 AM

    L-I checked out C's blog - this is one person who seriously loves uplifting red-rose-pink. Cheers B

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  6. mairedoddFebruary 13, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    that is so beautiful - cannot wait to meet a new person!

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  7. BeccaFebruary 13, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    Oh that heart is stunning! You are a lucky girl. Carolyn really is an artist just like yourself. Always beautiful and inspiring work here. Happy Valentine's Day to you!

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  8. Kathryn DycheFebruary 13, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    What a beautiful gift, love it.

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  9. Caterina GiglioFebruary 13, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    yes I love Carolyn's work too and lucky you!!! gorgeous!

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  10. AnonymousFebruary 13, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    what a gorgeous heart! i did happen upon it on her blog, and fell right in love. it's so precious and sweet, you lucky girl!

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  11. Kim PalmerFebruary 13, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Wonderful heart Lisa and what a nice suprise to open up!

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  12. WrightStuffFebruary 13, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    I love pretty little things like this. They are just nice to have around you.

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  13. AnonymousFebruary 13, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    oooooooooo, pretty. Great texture!

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  14. layersFebruary 13, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    I am very familiar with Carolyn Saxby and I too love her blogs and her art works- you are fortunate to receive such a treasure.

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  15. LOVE STITCHING REDFebruary 13, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Blessings to you dear Lisa. I am so happy that you like my little bit of St. Ives on a heart and hope it will bring you peace and happiness

    Carolyn
    xoxo

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  16. romantic decayFebruary 14, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    Beautiful heart! You are a lucky lady.

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  17. gerfilesFebruary 14, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    Ha ha, I thought of you when Carolyn said on flickr she´d sent it to Baltimore...

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  18. GurianaFebruary 15, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    you ate lucky...:) the heart is gorgeous!!!
    xox
    Guriana:)

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  19. LOVE STITCHING REDFebruary 15, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    Thank you for all the lovely comments you leave for me. I am blessed to have such a lovely friend. YOU inspire ME! When I first saw your work on flickr I just fell in love with it! Yes, the erosion bundle is going well. I hope the bugs don't eat all the calico!! Last time I didn's have so many wood lice on my bundles ... I thought I had better push them off before photographing (you know ... didn't want to put anyone off joining in!). The erosion project is a very exciting one. I like the randomness of the revealed pieces. I am too controlling by far ... so this is good for me!

    Blessing to you, have a lovely week x

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  20. SethFebruary 15, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    What a special gift!

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  21. Riki SchumacherFebruary 17, 2011 at 12:39 AM

    That is just beautiful Lisa! How fun. Riki xox

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  22. bikimFebruary 20, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    gorgeous pics!
    i'll have a look for sure!
    !
    happy sunday!
    Rosa

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  23. LisaFebruary 22, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    I've just spent a lovely time on your blog. I love everything you do.

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  24. ElizabethMarch 8, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    - I love Carolyns gorgeous work!Oh lucky you- such a treasure!

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