Thursday, July 11, 2013

Making flowers helps getting well

Hello all,

I am recuperating and getting stonger daily.  There's nothing  I love better than making mini flowers.
I want to learn to make flower arrangements.  Here are some attempts.





And I went on to cakes. Those precious doilies  Manu sent me just begged to be used.



Here is what I used to make this cake tray.  A cut cheap plastic check game piece for the leg, the inside of a Coca Cola 1.5 lit. bottle cork with one of Manu's doilies glued on it and a vending machine tiny toy transparent ball for the cover.





More raffia bags and shoes. I really have  to choose other materials to work with. Raffia is so uneven.


This is my latest experiment with making potion bottles from scratch.  I found these lovely beads,  punched circles of cork sheet with a recular office punch, stuck two circles together to make the stoppers.  I rather
like the result.

I am happy to welcome two new followers

Anne 
Buzzirk Bryan

A big warm hug to my new and old followers and thank you from the bottom of my heart for your "get well"
wishes. It warmed my heart to know so many people cared.

Blessings
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50 comments:

  1. UnknownJuly 11, 2013 at 1:27 PM

    It`s nice to read that you are getting stronger. Your flowers are beautiful.I am always impressed with your great ideas on how to make different things. Mona

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  2. Gill Bayes MiniaturesJuly 11, 2013 at 1:46 PM

    Dear Drora, I'm sorry to hear you have been so unwell but pleased you are now recovering. Your pretty flowers are outstanding! I also like your beach set with the rafia. It looks rustic, you see many real size beach bags made like this. I think you should spend more time recovering, it is doing wonders for your miniatures! Get well soon! A big hug, Gill. x

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  3. UnknownJuly 11, 2013 at 1:49 PM

    Hello Drora, first of all it's nice to hear from you to improve your health.
    The flowers are very well made ​​and very yummy cakes. Glad you used the doilies. The set of slippers and bag is delicious and since I have the fortune of owning one, live is even better
    Hugs.
    Manu

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  4. HannahJuly 11, 2013 at 2:40 PM

    I love the bags and the shoes, great work, saw some at Maria in Ireland's blog too =) They are really great =) Hannah

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  5. UnknownJuly 11, 2013 at 2:47 PM

    I am glad your felling better! Your flowers are amazing, wonderful and delicate! wonderful creations!

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  6. MunirGhiasuddinJuly 11, 2013 at 3:07 PM

    I am glad that you are feeling better. I hope that you get all the way better soon. Those flowers are so cute. I like the idea of the toy from the vending machine. The doilies are neat.Take care of yourself el.

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  7. jewel snakeJuly 11, 2013 at 3:39 PM

    these flowers are really beautiful! you're very good in making arrangements. Nice idea with making the cover of cake tray with vending machine ball. Pity it would be to small for 1/6 .

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  8. UnknownJuly 11, 2013 at 5:31 PM

    que encanto! adorei as flores, bolo, bandeija de bolo e potes, tudo muito legal, parabéns!
    Um abraço de Fernanda.

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  9. Susan@minicrochetmadJuly 11, 2013 at 5:53 PM

    I'm glad you are beginning to feel better Drora. Your new miniatures are all beautiful, specially the flowers, they are exquisite n

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  10. GiacJuly 11, 2013 at 6:33 PM

    Hello Drora,
    I think flower arrangement might be another hidden talent of yours. The arrangements are lovely. As for the raffia items, I think they look lovely...they remind me of wicker factories we have visited when we travel. Beautiful work, as always!
    Big hug,
    Giac

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  11. Sans!July 11, 2013 at 8:13 PM

    I am here again , this time with virtual chicken soup. We are sitting in your kitchen (please bring your laptop there) and me troubling you with making a virtual tea :). We now move to the room where you show me the minis, coughing a little, hmmm , no, you are still recovering, not recovered entirely, and I am going ...wow! those bags are cuuuuuuute! I asked you what you mean by the coke bottle thingy? and then tell you how you are such a wizz with little beads. You then show me some of the teapots you have made with beads and I tell you how much I just love your potion bottles :):). I leave now, my dear. It's a long way back from your home to mine, even though it is only virtual. kiss kiss bye bye > :)

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  12. ElenaNikitinaJuly 11, 2013 at 9:38 PM

    Дорогая Дрора!
    Я рада, что болезнь отступила и мы имеем возможность видеть это - ваши цветы, пирожные, сумки и баночки - лучшее подтверждение!
    С наилучшими пожеланиями из России. Елена.

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  13. afairytalecometruewyrnaJuly 11, 2013 at 10:17 PM

    Your flowers are so beautiful, so well made. I just love miniflowers. Your cakes and cake dish and glass are also pretty. Great summer set.
    It is good, to hear that you are getting better, I hope you gain weight so you have something to stand against with.
    Hugs
    Wyrna

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  14. rosethe-minimaJuly 11, 2013 at 10:59 PM

    les arrangements floraux sont très beaux et les gâteaux ... appétissants ! Le raphia n'est pas facile à travailler à cette petite échelle, il serait plus aisé de réaliser vos jolis sacs et chaussures en coton ou en ficelle fine.
    Bonne journée ! rosethé-Minima

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  15. The Old MaidJuly 11, 2013 at 11:32 PM

    Good to hear you are getting well Drora! I admire you for making flowers! For me it's a pure magic and don't know how one can make them in miniature! And your arrangements are pretty! The raffia miniatures look so summerish! :) Hugs

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  16. mcddissJuly 11, 2013 at 11:38 PM

    ese arreglo floral te ha quedado muy bonito y veo que le estas sacando partido a los tapetes , haces bien ,,esos soportes para tartas quedan muy bien , y los botes de pociones quedan muy bien

    besitos

    Mari

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  17. DianeJuly 11, 2013 at 11:46 PM

    I am so glad that you are feeling better!. The flowers and arrangement are lovely!
    Hugs
    Diane

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  18. carmenJuly 12, 2013 at 12:04 AM

    que hermosas esas flores...

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  19. Kleinigkeiten in 1zu12July 12, 2013 at 12:36 AM

    Hallo Drora, ich hoffe es geht dir bald besser, ich wünsche dir von Herzen beste Gesundheit. Die Blumen sind wunderschön geworden und wärmen die Seele. Herzliche Grüße Britta

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  20. UnknownJuly 12, 2013 at 1:56 AM

    great to hear you are getting better, and love your creations

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  21. AnnaJuly 12, 2013 at 2:45 AM

    Good to read that you are getting beter! This all looks like a very "busy bee"!!!! All look wonderful, beautiful little flowers! AND cakes!!!

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  22. 17-17July 12, 2013 at 2:46 AM

    Dear Drora,
    I'm glad you're feeling better. I really like all pieces:potion bottles - are very real, raffia bags and shoes - I love adorable sunflowers, cakes are so tasty, and flowers are wonderful, ideal done!!

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  23. FabiolaJuly 12, 2013 at 6:34 AM

    I'm glad you're feeling better.
    Your new pices are wonderful and the raffia set are super.
    Greetings, Faby

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  24. MarisaJuly 12, 2013 at 6:38 AM

    Dear Drora,
    Im so glad to hear that you are on the mend and making minis always makes me feel better when I am down. I think your bird of paradise is my favorite ( I have a friend who just loves them) feel better soon

    Hugs
    Marisa :)

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  25. LilJuly 12, 2013 at 6:40 AM

    Good to hear that you are feeling a little better. It must have been hard to get so sick.

    You show us many great stuff here. Love everything, flowers cakes and bags.

    Hugs from Lil on Lilsdolls

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  26. BiWuBärJuly 12, 2013 at 8:35 AM

    Please don't stop making flowers and arranging them - they look so beautiful and if this makes you feel better...well, please go on and on with that! Good to hear you're regaining your energy. Your newest work is so lovely, the raffia sets look absolutely perfect for a day on the beach, I hope you're not going to change the material. And your cake stand is breathtaking... you're so inspirational. And I never would have tried on my own to punch cork with an office punch... what a brilliant idea! My best wishes for your further recovery
    Birgit

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  27. PlushpussycatJuly 12, 2013 at 9:03 AM

    Your flowers are gorgeous, Drora! I'm loving your arrangements. That bird of paradise flower is so realistic looking and exotic--fun! Your cakes look delicious, and thank you for showing us how to make the cake stands--beautiful work, as always. I love your rafia beach sets--they look so realistic. Finally, what a great idea on the potion bottles--they're so adorable, Drora. I'm so glad you're feeling better and are able to make minis while you're recuperating, Drora. Feel better soon, dear friend! xo Jennifer

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  28. TatianaJuly 12, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    Ах, какие великолепные цветы! Вы настоящий художник, Drora! У вас так много идей! Ваши плетеные сумки и туфли прекрасны!
    Я рада, что Вы выздоровели!
    Хороших выходных!
    Объятья
    Татьяна

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  29. maribelJuly 12, 2013 at 9:31 AM

    Te ha quedado todo fantástico pero mi debilidad son las flores y estas estan perfectas

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  30. GondaJuly 12, 2013 at 10:12 AM

    Good to hear that you're feeling better.Drora this beautiful flower arrangements, you are very good at making flowers. Can you make better baskets etc. .. with thin crochet thread? and the cake's .... mmmm, very good,Big hugs, Gonda

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  31. SaMiRa73July 12, 2013 at 10:41 AM

    Hi Drora! I am sorry to hear that you are feeling so unwell and I hope you will feel fully recovered soon ! But I see you are using the recovery time very good :-) with making wonderful minis! Your flower arrangements look so colorful and bright , the cakes look yummy and my witch Miranda and I are very thankful to you for sharing your wonderful idea for the bead-potion-bottles!!! Take care of you! Hugs, Sandra

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  32. UnknownJuly 12, 2013 at 11:49 AM

    Hola Drora, no sabía que estabas enferma, espero que pronto te recuperes, tus flores son deliciosas, sigue enseñando estas cosas tan preciosas que haces, espero que pronto nos digas que estás bien.

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  33. Tessa LiduinaJuly 12, 2013 at 12:22 PM

    I am happy to hear you are feeling better, look well after yourself, Drora! Fortunatly you have the enery to make some mini's; they are beautiful as always! I love the bottles with the corks on top.

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  34. Evelyne MartinJuly 12, 2013 at 1:07 PM

    "Mini-ing" is the BEST therapy ever, right?
    I'm so glad to hear you are getting better.
    And you have some very interesting ideas there! I love the flower arrangements, the cake stand is brilliant and the raffia bags are so summer/beach! Love them!!!

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  35. LucilleJuly 12, 2013 at 1:16 PM

    Hi Drora! I do hope you're not pushing yourself! Take it easy, will you. I love your new creations, all of them. Thanks for that tutorial on making that lovely platter. Take care. Get plenty of rest, okay!

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  36. Maria IrelandJuly 12, 2013 at 1:38 PM

    I am very glad to hear that you are getting better. I hope you are taking it easy and getting plenty of rest :) Your flowers are wonderful I feel very lucky to have one of your delicious cakes flowers and your gorgeous bag and sandals. Thank you for the great tutorial. Fantastic work.
    Hugs Maria

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  37. EvaJuly 12, 2013 at 1:47 PM

    Me alegro que te estes recuperando. Los trabajos que estas realizando son muy bonitos., especialmente las flores. Un saludo, Eva

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  38. PILAR6373July 12, 2013 at 11:03 PM

    Que bien que te vayas encontrando mejor,espero que pronto estés recuperada del todo.
    Tus arreglos florales son una maravilla.
    Besos.

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  39. Xandra DekkerJuly 13, 2013 at 1:00 AM

    Hello Drora,

    Glad to read that you feel a little bit better

    Your flowers have become beautiful just like the other miniatures you have made

    I wish you a nice Saturday, get well and dear greetings,

    Xandra

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  40. IlonaJuly 13, 2013 at 1:54 AM

    Dearest Drora, it is so good to read you are working again on your miniatures. Take all you time to fully recover and enjoy making new miniatures, they look wonderful! Warm hugs, Ilona

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  41. IsabelJuly 13, 2013 at 10:38 AM

    Hola Drora, no sabía que te encontrabas mal, pero me alegra saber que estas mejor. Los arreglos florales son maravillosos, espero que hagas más y nos los enseñes. Un abrazo. Isabel

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  42. MelyGiuntaJuly 13, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    Sono davvero molto felice di sapere che stai meglio! I tuoi fiori sono magnifici, complimenti!

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  43. *Mieke*Petitevictorianrose*and*PastTimeChildhoodJuly 14, 2013 at 4:38 AM

    Dear Drora, your flowers look so beautiful in
    your lovely arrangements!!
    The cakes are looking delicious, and thank you for showing us how to make this creative cakestand :)
    What a great idea how you made the potion bottles with their sweet cork sheet stoppers :)
    I'm so glad to here you're feeling better !!!!
    Have a wonderful Sunday my friend :)

    Hugs Mieke xxx

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  44. SanneJuly 14, 2013 at 8:07 AM

    Your flower arrangements are beautiful! I hope you get your health back soon. Hugs Sanne

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  45. КсаняJuly 15, 2013 at 11:15 AM

    Цветы очень красивые!!!! Они выглядят как настоящие!!! Рада что вам лучше!! ведь здоровье в нашей жизни это самое главно!
    Hugs
    Ksandra

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  46. PepitaJuly 15, 2013 at 3:01 PM

    Preciosas flores, los trabajos en rafia me gustan mucho, son muy veraniegos. Que pronto mejores tu salud.

    besos

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  47. AscensionJuly 16, 2013 at 7:41 AM

    Me encantan tus arreglos florales, te han quedado genial.
    Los trabajos en rafia preciosos.
    besitos ascension

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  48. maria l.July 17, 2013 at 10:38 AM

    Buen comienzo con los adornos florales y buena idea la de la base para tartas utilizando elementos comunes.
    Un abrazo

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  49. FabShabbyRosesJuly 21, 2013 at 7:38 AM

    Your flowers are absolutely gorgeous! I'm hoping to get your address so I can send your gift for the Summer Exchange

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  50. Cinderella Moments July 23, 2013 at 9:35 AM

    I'm so happy you are getting better. Don't over do it. Get plenty of rest still. Your minis are all gorgeous. I'm totally intrigued by your little jars. You are so innovative!
    hugs and prayers,
    Caroline

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