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Star7Lily

Star7Lily
Date Joined: March 26, 2013
Last Online: November 9, 2024
Birthday: January 7
Country: Australia
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About Me

Greetings from Australia. I live on the top of a magical mountainous hill, in Warwick, on the Southern Downs in Queensland, with my partner, & Misty our dear doggie who acts like the Queen of Sheba, and came to us literally out of the mist and into our door. AND, Twiglet... a Koala who lives in the clump of Gum trees behind our house. Plus numerous colourful songbirds & wallabies (petite gentler version of Kangaroos) How lucky are we!

Sadly my beloved brother who made his goal of becoming American shortly before he passed away so suddenly on 6th October 2014. He had just arrived back in the USA after 2 weeks with his daughters here in Aus. He died of an embolism - massive heart attack. He was a true man, a genuine pearl and my big brother!

I am a Subtlety maker & worked that magic for the Abbey Museum of Art & Archeology & for the Medieval Banquets & now make miniature versions for sale, but currently mostly stitched artworks for my dollhouse settings.
Still clearing stuff, setting up my art studio cabin. Working on an natural fibre handmade wardrobe for myself.
I have two young-stars, now gorgeous doting parents YES, I am officially a Grandmama to a little girl born Sept and in Dec 2023 two weeks before Christmas... a wee boy was born to my daughter. What a year this has been, so rewarding.

I will always honour my swaps to my partner. And let you know if I am running late with sending, we live 45 minutes drive from the post office or nearest post box, so sending is relegated to shopping days. I rate a heart if you take the time to make a valid swap, to lovingly create a thoughtful piece of work/envelope is wonderful. If you wish to send to me extras perhaps a useful 3 - 4 inch square or two of tiny print or plain fine homespun, or small patterned papers are very welcome ;) I like most colours, preferring soft muted palette (see LIKES.)

i love flower gardening and have put in a delightful rose and lily garden to brighten up the harsh landscape. Its a battle though with drying winds. Although I believe in fairies, and like a shell pink, i am not into kitch fairy stuff. Feel a bit too old for all that.

Favorite Crafts

~I am a miniaturist, As of Sept 2023, I was honoured with being named IGMA Artisan, (International Guild of Miniature Artisans) I have been interested in 'tiny treasures' all my life. The scale I work in is 1:12 or in laymans terms, one inch (2.5cm) = a 12 inch, a ruler length (30cm).
I went to see Queen Mary's Dollhouse when i was 8 and it changed my life as i saw it. 30 years later i was able to visit the Chicago museum, and saw the fantastic Thorne rooms over 40 of them! perfect in every detail... It was through this hobby that i was led firstly into fine needlework, producing tiny duplicates of bedclothes, boutis quilts, robes, underpinnings, etc, as accurate as I can get them. I aim for perfection for international standards, probably the only area in my life that I do, so I am proud of myself that I have learnt this discipline. May it flow into my everyday life. ~Tiny things are fascinating, i once found on the ground an almost complete 1" robot!

I aim to host classes for children/young people to aid them to create and make their own miniatures & learn basic embroidery, children love to stitch. With sharing my enthusiasm for colourful threads in needlework we will enable individuality & courage in creativity & believing in self. So important today.

Georgian Regency ...

Georgian Dollshouse & French brocante have me glued to the internet or book. Also Art journaling, altered books as keepsakes in historical themes. As an extension of this, @AnnaM (Lady Elizabeth) and I (Lady Caroline), have created a group here on Swap-Bot - with an 18thC Georgian era theme, (1770-1815) : "At Home with the Georgettes" with the valued input of @user2148 (Mrs Leandrea Wallis of the Rose & Crown Inn) as our co-Founder. Here we made a fictitious village & our members each choose & name their village character and home. Our forum is a happy active arena. We then swap as these characters in creative Regency style swaps & hand written letters. We are even learning how to cut quills and make our own ink and make dyes! A marvelous extension in art. We have also a blog that focuses on featuring our hand stitched swaps and the village Fete swaps. The link to our accompanying blog is up on my profile,
I have been a textile/doll artist since late teens, I use many mediums into my work. ~Thus anything to do with beading, vintage textile, needlework is thrilling to me, I use them in my dolls.

Favorite Music

Baroque music, Tudor etc, wind intrumentals. The humble old recorder, yes folks, those years of torture in the old school hall became quite a passion, thanks to my brother. My first voluntary purchase was a German handmade wood descant, followed by a gorgeous Treble~ the hollow haunting tones and the woodsey smell, pure heaven! Perhaps i spent a lifetime in Medieval times! i can pick a crumphorn a mile away in an orchestral piece. I adore the Cello, after a lifetime of loving Elgar, hearing mums records of Jacqueline Duprey...(realizing the depth of mood one can create by modern Enya, the sound so strirring.) My man encouraged me to buy one, so I am melding with the tonal qualities of my instrument and having a marvelous time. I am in nursery school all over again! In the modern world, I find voice fascinating, pure joy and mood, I have belonged to several choirs over the years. Artists like Josh Groban, pure heaven, Ian Anderson from Jethro Tull! ABBA, Adele, Enya is a favourite songstress. Chorale, I love Musicals, Phantom of the Opera, Les Mis, I sing where ere I go, whether permitted or not (then i do it quietly) Thank goodness I can sing! my kids used to say "be quiet mum!", but that made me more joyous! They didn't want to be noticed, but really didn't mind. My daughter now joins in with me, down the high street.

Favorite Books

Bookwise, I adore the classics like Jane Austen, Walter Scott, Shakespeare, I am a very old fashioned girl. Josephine Tey, Ngaio Marsh & Georgette Heyer. I have found a couple of modern authors i cannot put down, Lee Childs, his Jack Reacher themed series really describes my dear brothers character, a gentleman yet willing to step in with a warning first. ditto for Nick Pierce; Kerry Greenwood an Aussie woman who writes the most descriptive natural of women sounding believable in her mysteries... Heavenly Pleasures, Earthly Delights, etc. & Phryne Fisher Mysteries.

I love the earthy nature loving Jeffrey Farnol, for a man's take on Romantic, so English & gentlemanlike, pulls me back everytime, to the winding country roads to where my dad grew up in Surrey. I think perhaps this writer was not unlike my dad, come to think of it. Poetry, Shakespeare's works , Thomas Hood's sonnets ( i was named after his dear wife Jane), Haiku, I love to create prose, something I discovered at College, 30+ years ago, found that what I wrote, reached the hearts of others. I love & am grateful for this gift.
My library has children's books, well illustrated, as this shows me how to create tonal qualities if I am struggling. I have quite an extensive collection, from simple pen and ink, like Winnie the Pooh, or Wind in the Willows to Jane Hissey, Inkpen, for colouring pencil, Brian Froud for intellect, wit and darker themed interpretations; I shall write and illustrate my own childrens book, perhaps for my grandchildren when they join our family. In the meantime, I am quite happy to wait though!

Likes and dislikes

LIKES...

UPDATE: I used to drink English Breakfast/Irish tea, Sadly I am no longer allowed to drink coffee or black tea due to the caffeine. Blah, makes my heart race....oh woe is me, must care for the Heart ... SO NOW I like herbal teas of Lavender, Rose hip or fruity blends, ginger tea, turmeric blends. & am open to receiving herbal blends eg mint
(please NO Stevia or sweeteners).

Colours:-
. I love Teal, French Navy, Cream, Rose pink, Cherry Red, Sepia tones, lime, butter creamy yellow, Prussian Blue and fresh orange.... to name but a few!

I am fascinated with all religions, cultures learning about different philosophies. goddesses, images, charms or sigils. I talk to the Moon Goddess, Mother Mary, Quan Yin & Jeshua. And of course my Angels.

Having a fling with Georgian & Regency style patterned papers, fabrics, and a fine vintage silk velvet is high on my loves, a piece of fine delicate lace, silk thread or narrow ribbon, or quilting patches of tiny vintage prints would have me in raptures!

I love cats and sorely miss my Lily.

DISLIKES? STEVIA or any sweeteners. I cannot stand Green Tea, Earl Grey or Lady Grey teas as they are not my cup of tea, ha!.
I am allergic to nickel based jewellery findings & chain. I do not go in for little girl pink fairy stuff or Hello Kitty, i am a luscious woman not a kid...but my daughter and sister love them though, so i would pass them on- takes all kinds, teeheee.

And Lastly...

Thank you for taking the time to read my profile, and creating your wonderful works of art.

Completely enjoying a long & well earned retirement as International Airport and Mines Security Officer from 13 hour shifts and high stress to blissful peace. In the profession as a security officer i have wondered how many people realise how invaluable their service is, making a difference to the lives of others. During 9/11/2001 everyone remembers the incredible valiant efforts of the emergency services, police, ambos/paramedics, fire-brigade. There was one other group who are rarely spoken of or remembered! While the rest of the workforce left the building if & how they could, the only workers that knowingly remained onsite on duty were the Security Guards as it is instant dismissal for us to leave our posts until everyone is safe. I would like it to be known although they may have made it to ground level during the traumas, most died manning their posts as the building fell around them. I salute your memories, brave souls.

i value your time and energy in giving to a stranger ... so please feel free to write me. I appreciate your wonderful gift of sharing your art and thoughts. There you are, that will do. Embarrassed now. HAPPY SWAPPING

Ratings

user2148 rated for Secret Whispers #5 on Oct 28, 2024
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Comment: Beautiful!! Such a fun swap! Thank you for coming up with this unique series- I hope mine is half as wonderful as yours! ❤️ I am diligently working on mine and deciphering your message has helped move mine forward! ❤️
Response: Oh thank you Nickalli, I must admit I got my message wrong in my first draft of transferring letters in code but it was great fun. I look forward to seeing your pages if you care to share xxx thank you for heartsx
MuggleMom rated for Halloween Double-FlipOut Pocket on Oct 25, 2024
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Comment: Dear Innes, Gingerbread sounds like a decadent treat. Do tell more. Yours, Rachel. Love the thistle image on your lovely creation. Did you get that from my profile or was it a lucky happenchance?! I will now go start the kettle to drink my Queen Victoria tea!! Thank you for your art. xxMuggleMom
Response: my pleasure Toni, I bought a set of thistle related ephemera from etsy, for a journal to make, I think you put me on the idea actually, so thank you. you are so sweet. Thank you for the hearts, hugs Jane x
user2148 rated for BAND SAMPLER stitch along on Oct 14, 2024
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Comment: Loved this round!! Your stitching is beautiful! I loved the couching stitch and definitely need more of that in my life- my blanket stitch needs a lot more refinement. It’s kinda all over the place. Thanks for such a fun project!! ❤️❤️
Response: I am glad you enjoyed it, I did too. We will revisit the good old Blanket stitch in round 3 this time called buttonhole stitch... just thought you need a warning, ha. Thank you for the hearts. xx
MuggleMom rated for Georgian Era Shoes Papercraft on Oct 8, 2024
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Comment: 13 Oct - Dearest Innes, your shoe is divine. The colours should match your eyes and your dress so that every man at the assembly rooms will pay you compliments in spades. The daintiness of the slipper is surely due to the fair folk who perhaps, made your lovely footware. Thank you for honoring me with such a gift. Yours in Friendship, Rachel ___________ What a wonderful happy mail I received when I returned home!! I shall respond with more zeal after I have a good long time but just wanted to let you know it arrived safely...mail being wonky and all.xxMuggleMom
Response: Bless you Rachel, 'twas a fair folk to be sure! Meet you at the sewing bee on Saturday, & we can chatter away in a corner with Alice & Hetty. ..... Thankyou Toni, I thoroughly enjoyed this swap you've kindly hosted, it really had me procrastinating but gosh I am happy with the results. I am glad you are too. xxx
lifeinrosyhues rated for A letter to Miss Dewhurst on Sep 23, 2024
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Comment: I was very delighted with the letter and enjoyed this swap. Blessings!
Response: I am pleased it arrived in pretty good time. Thank you xx
NowherefromDraco rated for Letter and a Surprise on Sep 23, 2024
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Response: Thank you for the heart
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Comment: Such a wonderful letter. I will respond as soon as I can leave the hospital.
Response: Oh Monique, sending you hugs and healing thoughts. Thank you for the rating and heart. xx
MuggleMom rated for Georgian Essentials Face Powder on Sep 4, 2024
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Comment: Dearest Innes, your lovely letter with your attempts at powder have inspired me to try my hand at the endeavor. I shall heed your directions and shortly write back how I prospered. I do love how you remark that your face smells of your garden as your garden is among the prettiest in Amberleigh. Yours affectionately, Rachel.
Response: Thanking you, Rachel, the roses & herbs are delightful, I will grant you that. Not so sure about the scraggy hedges, but blackberry blooms and the catkins hanging from the hazel enhance the scene, I must say. Come take tea with me when ye have a free moment, yours etc, Innes.
user2148 rated for ALL IN A PICKLE recipe swap on Aug 24, 2024
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Comment: Your jars look amazing and I can’t wait to hear how everything turns out! I wish I could be there when you opened them up! I’m sure it’ll be delicious 😋 ❤️❤️❤️
Response: I am pleased the photos looked okay. ha, not the best of photographers. My dear H is champing at the bit for next week to come around to taste his onions! what fun. Thank you for joining my swap and for the heart. xx
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Comment: What a nice surprise I recd. in the post today. Love the delicate chives drawing and all the information.And enjoyed both notes. This will be a nice addition to my Herbal card collection. I love adding the flowers in my salads.And the washi tapewill definitely get used. Have a great day.Barbara
Response: How lovely Barbara, I am pleased it arrived and made you happy. Thank you for the heart xx
crimsonrivulet rated for Frankendeck Tarot Swap #9 on Aug 13, 2024
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Comment: Jane! Oh my goodness! Thank you so much for your beautiful letter with the beautiful tarot card and the story to go with it! IJane! Oh my goodness! Thank you so much for your beautiful letter with the beautiful tarot card and the story to go with it Thank you for sharing so much! Give your mom a big hug for me! The strength & courage your family has! Every time I doubt myself or when things are not going well I will look at the strength card & your letter! Thank you for everything ❤
Response: Oh that is so sweet of you to say. I shall be seeing mum this Tuesday & will pass on your hug to her. She loves it when overseas people think of her, she will delighted. Thank you for the heart and blessings I hope we swap again xxx.
Trevismom rated for The Fifth Annual Garden Fete on Jun 25, 2024
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Comment: Hello Jane! Thank you for the wonderful pictures! I wasn't sure about my entries but I have hope. 😊 The little rocking horse is absolutely adorable. 🤩 I love how you made your own paint! See you at the Fete! 💐🍀💐
Response: Thank you Deanna, it was a rogue video that came up on my screen, and voila, tried my hand at a new 'old' paint. ha. Many thanks for the heart. Best of luck in the vote. xx
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Comment: The tickets are absolutely beautiful and so well crafted.
Response: Thank you so much, I loved making these and shall remember the art as they make such pretty tuck ins too. Thank you for the heart xx
Coffeeegal rated for GALLBLADDER SWAP on Jun 17, 2024
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Comment: As they say your story beats mine LOL I'm so glad I do for your coverage from But I do understand I went through a year of crazy trying to figure out what was wrong my gallblader and it being a side issue. Thank you for the goodies love the tickets
Response: Thank you I am glad it arrived in good order. Best of health to you! thank you for the heart
pynart2 rated for BAND SAMPLER stitch along on Jun 14, 2024
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Comment: what a fun swap. We may have to meet at my cottage to pratice our stitch one day. I did mine on Linen and used pearl cotton thread. Had to tear it out several times because I couldn't see what I was doing, and I once was very good at needle work. That's life.
Response: My dear Hester, alas, ones eyes do deteriorate as one marches on, strong light and I now have a floor magnifyer with a light, so that might help your cause when stitching next. Hugs and thank you for the heart.
Trevismom rated for Folklore of the Trees - Hazel on Jun 3, 2024
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Comment: I received your letter in a damage package from the post office. It was open on one side but not badly damaged. There was a lovely letter, a beautiful study drawing of hazelnuts and leaves and a page from a book that I am jealous of! That must be a wonderful little book! Thank you so much for the wonderful things for my journal! 🤩💖
Response: Oh my goodness Deanna I am so glad it arrived intact but sad the envelope is so ruined. This keeps happening in the mail of late. I shall endeavour to seal all edges from now on. Thank you for the heart.
AnnaM rated for Little Citrus Puddings RECIPE on May 3, 2024
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Comment: My Dear Freda, This was a delightful receipt to try. I must give my thanks to Mrs. Lawson for sharing. Lemon is a particularly favourite taste of mine, so I shall make this receipt again. Fondly, Old Mary
Response: Oh blessed be, how lovely the lemon receipt worked out so well. Thank you for sharing your findings also. It was certainly an unusual combination of ingredients, one that can be adjusted to suit ones needs. Freda. xx
bearnbabs rated for Folklore of the Trees - Birch on Apr 25, 2024
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Comment: Loved how you made it a booklet with watercolor paitings and your Lovely letter with all its information.. Thank you for sharing, what a wonderful addition to my Journal. May this find you well and enjoying your Fall weather. bearnbabs
Response: Dear Barbara, thank you for being my partner and for the hearts. Blessings xx
bearnbabs rated for GEORGIAN ERA TAG BOOK ~ TAG #4 on Apr 25, 2024
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Comment: Loved the Tag and letter. What a wonderful addition to my Tag Book. Have a wonderful day.bearnbabs
Response: Thank you Barbara, I am loving this series of tags, I must put up more of them. I am glad you liked it.
pynart2 rated for A Postal At Home on Apr 2, 2024
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Comment: So enjoyed your postal swap.I look forward to your crteations, thank you.
Response: Many hearts back to you dear Pam, thank you

Rating Overview

Overall Hearts Stars Hosted
5.0000 497 73 73
Completed Fives Threes Ones
534 547 0 0
Type 1 Type 2 Type 3 Uncategorized
50 100 384 0
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Comments

theshyone on Sep 23, 2024:

Thank you for such sweet words in leaving me a birthday greeting on my profile page. You made be feel thought of and special ♡ I just adore this sweet group ♡♡♡

AnnaM on Jan 6, 2024:

Hope your day is filled with all the things you like best. Happy Birthday!

Love, Anna

Lisapotterylady on Oct 7, 2023:

Thank you from me also for the lovely teas and embroidery threads you sent! It was a delightful gift to get.

hazelwitch3 on Sep 16, 2023:

Thank you so much for the lovely tea and threads you all sent me as an extra for the fete "Teapoy" Game. It arrived this morning and brightened up a grey cloudy morning!

AnnaM on Jan 6, 2023:

Happy Birthday Dear Twinneth!

Lots of Love, Anna ♥

AnnaM on Jan 1, 2023:

Dearest Jane,

Happy New Year! Hope it is a stellar year for you.

Lots of love, Anna ♥

MuggleMom on Feb 21, 2022:

Thank you so much for the birthday card I received. It was such a wonderful surprise!!

xx Ms. Rachel Harris

user2148 on Jan 7, 2022:

Happy Birthday!

I hope you have a marvelous day!!
🎉🎂🎈🦋 💖Nickalli

AnnaM on Jan 6, 2022:

Wishing you the happiest of birthdays.

♥ Anna

AnnaM on Jul 6, 2021:

Sending a smile for today.

Anna ♥

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