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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jan 22 2023 : 09:44:06 AM
Partners are:
Dianna ~ Jami
Karen ~ Debi Carr
Have fun Farmgirls!
I am feeling so much better after my shoulder surgery and COVID so let’s have some fun!
Our theme for February will be Madi Gras, such a fun time in New Orleans and I have always wanted to visit during that time. The Parade, dancing and all the beautiful colors, and beads!
So I thought making a Mini Mask ATC would be fun. Mardi Gras is February 21st so there is plenty of time to work on you ATC. Lots of color with glitter too!
Sign ups will run through February 5th with mail out by the 10th to get to your partner in time.
****1 partner each and tucks are up to each of you.****
Artist trading cards (ATCs) are miniature pieces of art that are traded around the world. Artists create, trade and collect art at organized "swap" events, either in person or online. The only official rule for ATCs is the size: 2.5" x 3.5". Artist Trading Cards are the same format as modern trading cards (hockey cards or baseball cards). Alternately you may choose to use a round ATC Coin of 2.5" diameter. They are self-made unique works or small series, signed and dated on the reverse by the artist/producer, exchanged and collected by the people who participate in the collaborative performance.
Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) are a conceptual art project initiated by the Swiss artist M. Vanci Stirnemann. He called it a Collaborative Cultural Performance. In 1997 he created 1200 cards by hand as part of an exhibit. On the last day, he invited others to create their own cards and trade with him during the closing reception. The movement took off, and today, there are ATC swaps in almost every major city around the world!
You can make ATCs with many different media including paper, fabric, felt, metal, wood, clay, paint, stamps, embellishments and more. There are tons of ideas and inspiration available online if you google ATC or Artist Trading Cards.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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| 25 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| suny58 |
Posted - Feb 26 2023 : 05:23:39 AM
Thank you Jami! Got my atc and tea towel! Very much appreciated!! Funny how many feathered masks are being created! Lol
Farmgirl #7103
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
| Debi Carr |
Posted - Feb 17 2023 : 1:42:38 PM
Karen I love it! And the extra tucks too.
Farmgirl Hugs,
Debi #1983
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| Debi Carr |
Posted - Feb 17 2023 : 08:48:44 AM
Karen I hope you have gotten your package by now. ?
Farmgirl Hugs,
Debi #1983
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| suny58 |
Posted - Feb 16 2023 : 8:37:28 PM
You should have yours by now Jami? I mailed it last week?? :)
Farmgirl #7103
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
| HunnysHen |
Posted - Feb 16 2023 : 8:32:19 PM
Dianna…..forgive me, but running a lil behind ! I will mail it Monday !!! Hugs
w/ TEXAS SIZE Farmgirl HUGS !
Farmgirl Sister :
HunnysHen # 5876 |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Feb 06 2023 : 11:26:01 AM
I wanted to let all of you know that Denise will be the new Hostess for our Monthly ATC’s.
She will be great and have fresh new ideas! She will start for the March ATC.
Thank you all for your support while I was the hostess, I had fun!
Hoping to still participate and support Denise!
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Feb 05 2023 : 5:39:00 PM
Partners are posted!
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Feb 05 2023 : 08:59:02 AM
Last day for sign ups! I got my King Cake yesterday and it is in the freezer waiting for Mardi Gras. Thank you Jean for the info to order the cake!
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Feb 03 2023 : 5:13:26 PM
Got you down Jami.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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| HunnysHen |
Posted - Feb 03 2023 : 5:02:30 PM
So sorry ya had COVID too Debbie…..we’re still trying to RECOVER ! The fatigue has been BRUTAL ! Hope you’re doing better .
Jean…….you’re just too fun & cute !!!
w/ TEXAS SIZE Farmgirl HUGS !
Farmgirl Sister :
HunnysHen # 5876 |
| HunnysHen |
Posted - Feb 03 2023 : 4:59:47 PM
Meeeeeee
w/ TEXAS SIZE Farmgirl HUGS !
Farmgirl Sister :
HunnysHen # 5876 |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jan 29 2023 : 4:07:39 PM
A few more days to sign up for February ATC Farmgirls.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jan 24 2023 : 2:34:13 PM
Thank you so much Jean for the recipe, we appreciate you!
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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| JeanP |
Posted - Jan 24 2023 : 2:27:43 PM
Yep. Sure do direct from the class I took at the New Orleans School of cooking. Here 'tis . . . yummo. If you can't find Andouille sausage, ask the butcher at the supermarket. He can order some for you. It does make a difference.
JAMBALAYA
2 lbs cooked chicken cubed
2 lbs smoked (Andouille) sausage cut into coins
1 large onion chopped
1/2 chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped parsley
2 stalks celery chopped
5 cloves garlic chopped
3 ripe tomatoes chopped
1 tsp dried thyme
2 bay leaves
1 Tbsp Cajun seasoning
2 cups uncooked rice
2 cups chicken stock
In a thick skillet with a tight cover, brown the chicken and sausage in a small amount of oil. Add the onions and stir over medium heat until they are limp. Add green peppers, parsley, celery, garlic, tomatoes, thyme and bay leaves. Add Cajun seasoning continue to cook and stir for about 5 minutes. Add the rice and stock. Cover and let simmer over very low heat for 30 minutes. Do not uncover until near the end of cooking time adding 1/2 cup additional stock if it seems too dry. Serves 10.
If you really want to serve a great Mardi Gras meal, be sure to make pecan prailines for dessert or better yet, splurge and go to www.paulspastry.com -- A Mississippi bakery that mail orders awesome King Cakes.
Let the Good Times Roll . . .
hugs,
jean
"However difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at."
. . . .Stephen Hawking
"When life gives you junk, make a junk journal."
. . . .jean pici |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jan 23 2023 : 6:45:41 PM
So Jean do you have a Jambalaya recipe you would like to share with us?
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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| Jokamartell |
Posted - Jan 23 2023 : 6:15:18 PM
Love it and you, Jean :)
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jan 23 2023 : 3:55:49 PM
Great Debi I have you down.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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| Debi Carr |
Posted - Jan 23 2023 : 3:53:01 PM
I want to sign up please!
Farmgirl Hugs,
Debi #1983
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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jan 23 2023 : 12:26:46 PM
Yes my friend Jean you are the best and Sew funny!
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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| suny58 |
Posted - Jan 23 2023 : 12:19:31 PM
I just adore you Jean!:D
Farmgirl #7103
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
| JeanP |
Posted - Jan 23 2023 : 12:13:59 PM
OK . . . sew I have too much on my plate right now. Sew I am NOT going to play in this swap. But I just wanted to drop in and tell you how much I love Mardi Gras as you can see from this photo. Oh my, the stories I could tell y'all about Mardi Gras . . . but that's for another day.
Be sure to make a pot of Jambalaya, don your mask and beads and watch "The Big Easy" on Mardi Gras -- that's what we'll be doing.
hugs,
jean
"However difficult life may seem, there is always something you can do and succeed at."
. . . .Stephen Hawking
"When life gives you junk, make a junk journal."
. . . .jean pici |
| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jan 22 2023 : 4:48:26 PM
Have you down Karen.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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| Jokamartell |
Posted - Jan 22 2023 : 4:45:22 PM
I’m in…
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
| darlenelovesart |
Posted - Jan 22 2023 : 2:08:39 PM
Dianna I am glad your feeling better!
I am still working on some other swaps so will watch this one!
Have fun!
Darlene
Trust in your faith, not your emotions, when it comes to making life’s decisions.
I have learned that to have a good friend is the purest of all God's gifts, for it is a love that has no exchange of payment.
by Frances Farmer
Just. follow God unquestionably Because you love Him so, for if you trust His judgment there is nothing you need to know.
I TRUST IN YOU JESUS
#4943 - March 2013
FGOTM June 2013
FGOTY 2016
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| Blessed in Colorado |
Posted - Jan 22 2023 : 09:59:17 AM
Thank you Dianna I have missed ATCs and all of you so I am sooooo happy to be back!
I have you down.
Big Hugs,
Debbie
#1582
Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
Farmgirl of the Month September 2012, February 2018, September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains
and the Ocean.” Lord Byron”
When I am Old I Shall Wear Purple, I am Old now!!
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