FROM THE ARCHIVE 6th July 2014
Blue Bird of Happiness harks back to my early collages such as Postcard Kingfisher or Bird in the Hand for which I used vintage postcard backs with lovely squiggly handwriting. In this instance, I …
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May 23, 2016 at 16:35
MichelleMarie
Blessings to you too! ❤
May 23, 2016 at 16:29
First Night Design
Bless you, M!
May 23, 2016 at 16:26
MichelleMarie
Oh I love this so much! I’m here visiting your blog for a bit. ;D
May 23, 2016 at 12:14
First Night Design
Much thanks, Marge!
May 23, 2016 at 12:14
First Night Design
Thank you so much, Syd!
May 23, 2016 at 01:34
sydspix
This is really wonderful! Love the overall effect!
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May 19, 2016 at 17:25
Marje @ Kyrosmagica
Such a beautiful blue bird Sarah. 🙂
May 19, 2016 at 15:41
First Night Design
Bless you, Mary! Such a lovely thing to say.
May 19, 2016 at 15:18
Mary Smith
You are so talented, Sarah, and must be incredibly patient to do all that’s involved in creating this lovely image.
May 19, 2016 at 12:53
First Night Design
I’m so glad. Thanks!
May 19, 2016 at 12:52
First Night Design
Yes, indeed, Olga. Thanks!
May 19, 2016 at 12:52
First Night Design
We do. I have one sitting on my shoulder as we speak! It’s been a while…
May 19, 2016 at 12:51
First Night Design
It was done and it’s here: http://www.zazzle.com/blue_bird_of_happiness_pillow-189628017202697462?rf=238506839148079358
May 19, 2016 at 12:44
First Night Design
Thanks! If it isn’t, I’ll do one! xxx
May 19, 2016 at 12:43
First Night Design
Thanks so much. I’ve always been potty about the combination of words and images.
May 19, 2016 at 11:58
Moon in Capricorn
A very happy bluebird. Finding him here is a nice way to begin my day.
May 19, 2016 at 11:14
olganm
We all need one. Thanks, Sarah!
May 19, 2016 at 10:58
beetleypete
That bird does indeed look happy. We all need a bluebird of happiness now and again.
Best wishes, Pete. x
May 19, 2016 at 10:58
janetweightreed10
I love this….I am going to check if this is in pillow form….janet. xxx
May 19, 2016 at 10:07
ksbeth
i love this collage – what a great idea to use writing on the postcard
May 19, 2016 at 09:57
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