Sunday, December 9, 2012

Balconies

Two very talented blog friends won first and second prize on a balcony contest organized by one master miniaturist blogger, Pedrete.


This beautiful balcony won 1st prize.  Loly made it from scratch material and shows how it was done
in her blog.  Run visit.


This came in second.  Pilar made this beautiful balcony scene. Go visit.






This balcony facade was a birthday gift from my husband. It was bought in Lima, Peru, from a local artist.
I have a special softness for old balconies.

Last night we celebrated Hanukkah eve.  The first candle was lit by the server candle. We sang Hanukkah
songs, ate the most fattening treats and exchanged gifts.  The children received Hanukkah coins and played  traditional games.  A good time was had by all.  I love the eighth day when all 9 candles are lit on the last evening.  In Jerusalem the orthodox Jews place the candelabrums on the window sills and it's a view worth seeing.

A warm welcome to my new followers.  I am very grateful for your attention.

Anna - Please let me know if you have a blog I can follow.
Furuguen -       -    "   -
Darah
Marja-Leena
Jane Smith - No blog yet, but Jane has a few very good tutorials on youtube.
Susanna Zanchi

I wish you a Happy Hanukkah and blessings





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42 comments:

  1. The Old MaidDecember 9, 2012 at 9:05 AM

    Happy Hanukkah Drora! Your balcony is sweet! Hugs

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  2. UnknownDecember 9, 2012 at 9:37 AM

    Thank you for the welcome, and your beautiful work. Those balcony scenes are amazing!

    My blog is http://minifanaticus.blogspot.com/ its new but growing **hugs

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  3. *Mieke*Petitevictorianrose*and*PastTimeChildhoodDecember 9, 2012 at 9:39 AM

    Hi Drora, what lovely balconies you are showing us, thank you for sharing :)
    The balcony your husband bought for your birthday is sooo beautiful !!
    Happy Hanukkah Drora, to you and your family.

    Hugs Mieke xxx

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  4. PlushpussycatDecember 9, 2012 at 10:42 AM

    Beautiful post, Drora! Thank you for sharing your traditions with us. I would love to see those lit candelabrums on the windowsills in Jerusalem--it sounds really beautiful! Happy Hanukkah to you and your family, Drora! xo Jennifer

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  5. TatianaDecember 9, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    Дорогая, Дрора!
    Счастливого Вам праздника!. Я представляю, какая красота - зажженные свечи в окнах домов!
    Очень красивые балконы!
    Ваш муж сделал очень приятный подарок!
    Объятья
    Татьяна

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  6. Maria IrelandDecember 9, 2012 at 11:26 AM

    Hello Drora. Happy Hanukkah to you and your loved ones. Your birthday gift is beautiful. The winners are very well deserved I love both balcony's. Have a wonderful week.
    Hugs Maria

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  7. maribelDecember 9, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    Tienes razón son unos balcones fantásticos. Cada uno en su estilo y todos preciosos.

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  8. RuthDecember 9, 2012 at 12:16 PM

    Your Hanukkah Celebrations Sound lovely. Take care and enjoy the time you have with your family Hugs Ruth,

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  9. UnknownDecember 9, 2012 at 12:42 PM

    Muy bonito el balcón, ha quedado muy real, besos

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  10. Xandra DekkerDecember 9, 2012 at 12:42 PM

    Hello Drora,

    The winning balconies are beautiful but your wall with balcony I also really enjoy

    I also like old balconies and I'm always taking pictures of

    Kind regards Xandra

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  11. Gema - CyberarpíaDecember 9, 2012 at 1:44 PM

    Drora cariño, quería decirte que confundiste el nombre de la persona que organizó el concurso y que también está confundido el enlace a su blog, te lo pongo para que lo puedas corregir cielo, ya que no pueden ver los balcones en el enlace.
    El chico se llama Jorge Cubells y el enlace es este
    http://concursos1-12.blogspot.com.es/
    Por otro lado tu balcón es precioso y me encanta.
    Un besote.
    Gema..

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  12. Gema - CyberarpíaDecember 9, 2012 at 1:51 PM

    Vaya quedó la barra mal puesta, va en último lugar no delante de http.
    Besotes otra vez.

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  13. BiWuBärDecember 9, 2012 at 2:16 PM

    Happy Hanukkah to you... enjoy this special time of the year. I think it's great that whether we celebrate Hanukkah or Advent it's time for the family, for special sweets, candles and good traditions. - Thanks for showing the balconies, they're beautiful - but so is yours. A stunning piece!

    Hugs
    Birgit

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  14. MunirGhiasuddinDecember 9, 2012 at 2:33 PM

    Congrats to the winners. The balcony is very cute, to the details.

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  15. Loly RodriguezDecember 9, 2012 at 2:38 PM

    Gracias Drora por sus felicitaciones, y por poner el enlace hacia mi blog tanto de mi sorteo como de mi balcón
    Es una persona encantadora ,muchisimas gracias por sus comentarios.
    He leído que esta de fiesta así que feliz Hanukkah , nosotros
    dentro de poco tambien estaremos de fiesta , celebramos la Navidad.
    Un enorme abrazo y un cordial saludo .Loly

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  16. PaquiDecember 9, 2012 at 3:15 PM

    Precioso balcon, me encanta y a disfrutad de las fiestas
    Besos

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  17. LucilleDecember 9, 2012 at 4:11 PM

    Happy Hanukkah, Drora! The balconies are all lovely!. So glad you had a wonderful time.

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  18. malu2December 9, 2012 at 4:30 PM

    Son preciosos todos los balcones que se presentaron a concurso!!y el tuyo de Peru es magnifico1
    Besos de las Malu´s

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  19. Cinderella Moments December 9, 2012 at 7:05 PM

    Those balconies are so cute! Have a great holiday. Enjoy yourself!
    hugs,
    Caroline

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  20. Gill Bayes MiniaturesDecember 10, 2012 at 1:38 AM

    Happy Hunnukah Drora and thank you for sharing the beautiful balcony.

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  21. Kikka NDecember 10, 2012 at 4:49 AM

    Dear Drora, thank you for sharing the photos and links with us!
    And Happy Hannukkah Drora to you and your Family! This is the time of the year when so many of us celebrate with families: you have Hannukkah and we have here Advent, I think this sharing also brings us closer together here in the blogland.
    Hugs
    Kikka

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  22. MaryDecember 10, 2012 at 7:58 AM

    El balcón que te regaló tu marido es precioso y también debe ser preciosa esa fiesta de la que nos hablas. Disfruta de ella. Un beso.

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  23. AscensionDecember 10, 2012 at 8:58 AM

    Un precioso balcon, un gran regalo.
    Espero que disfrutes de esas fantasticas fiestas.
    besitos ascension

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  24. UnknownDecember 10, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    Beautiful balconys. How nice of your husband to buy you the wonderful wall with balcony.
    Mona

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  25. Eloisa December 10, 2012 at 12:29 PM

    Todos los balcones son preciosos. Enhorabuena por tu bonito regalo y que disfrutes mucho de las fiestas.

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  26. PilarDecember 10, 2012 at 11:56 PM

    gracias por poner el enlace a mi blog por mi balcon, el regalo de tu marido es precioso!!!!! feliz hannukkan!!!un beso

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  27. carmenDecember 11, 2012 at 1:43 AM

    tu balcón es hermoso

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  28. Sans!December 11, 2012 at 5:29 AM

    Next Hannukah, I will love to see all those candles by the window :). those are ovely balconies, Drora. Strange that I was just thinking of making a series of facade for my next year project :).

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  29. MelyGiuntaDecember 11, 2012 at 9:21 AM

    Sono tutti adorabili, uno veramente più bello dell'altro, complimenti alle creatrici!
    Un bacio,
    Mely

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  30. juliaDecember 11, 2012 at 1:42 PM

    Precioso Balcón, bueno me gustan todos!!!
    Te deseo una Feliz Navidad.
    Mil besos...Julia

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  31. CoteDecember 12, 2012 at 7:54 AM

    un balcón precioso!!
    Besitos

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  32. RosyDecember 12, 2012 at 8:49 AM

    una sola parola per tutti...meravigliosi...baci Rosy

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  33. PAKYDecember 12, 2012 at 1:17 PM

    Congrats to Pilar and Loly, their works are very beautiful! and your balcony... I love it! I hope you enjoy yourself in Hanukkah!! a big hug

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  34. UnknownDecember 12, 2012 at 3:09 PM

    Bellísimas fotografías de balcones en miniatura.

    Gracias por compartirlas.

    Felicidades y un abrazo.

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  35. - VirpiDecember 12, 2012 at 8:05 PM

    Dear Dora, thank you for your lovely comments. I wish you all the best and hope to keep reading your beautiful blog. Take care!

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  36. MarianaDecember 12, 2012 at 8:07 PM

    Hi, dear Drora
    Amazing balconies! Well deserved winners!
    The balcony you received from your husband is so gorgeous, it's really a lovely gift!
    Happy Hanukkah to you and your family!
    Hugs, Mariana

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  37. Maria Blanca "AyamontinoMaria"December 12, 2012 at 11:03 PM

    El balcon que te regaló tu esposo es precioso. Espero que esteis felices en Hanukkah tu y tu familia. Nosotros celebramos Navidad y tambien es un tiempo preciosos para la familia! Un beso. Maria

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  38. SylviaDecember 13, 2012 at 7:53 AM

    Beautifull balcones and present.Happy Hanukkah and big hug ,

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  39. CDecember 13, 2012 at 11:44 AM

    Happy Hanukkah to you Drora! Best wishes, Carol :)

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  40. Marja-LeenaDecember 13, 2012 at 6:07 PM

    Happy Hanukkah to you Drora! Best wishes! :) http://nukkelantalot.blogspot.fi/

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  41. PILAR6373December 13, 2012 at 10:26 PM

    Que balcón más bonito el que te regaló tu esposo!!!
    Espero que paséis una feliz Hanukkah y que el nuevo año traiga la paz!!!!
    Besos.

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  42. JennybeeDecember 27, 2012 at 5:21 PM

    Hello Drora,

    So glad to have found your blog and I love the balconies
    Happy New Year

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