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threshold22

threshold22
 Date Joined: April 25, 2012
Last Online: October 10, 2014
Birthday: March 22
Country: United States

About Me

About Me: This “artsy” picture of me was taken by my 2 and-a-half year-old grandson, with whom I share my art space whenever I can. It is a creative room that’s part of our 1932 brick Tudor-style house in North Tacoma, which I call the Hobbit House because it has rounded alcoves, a round front door, and fairies at the bottom of the garden.

Philosophy: The world is so full of magic – being able to capture some of that creatively brings me incredible joy.

Favorite Creating: I like multi-media, where paint or pencil or pen or beads or sewing or metalwork or clay - just about anything! - can be involved. I am an "art explorer." I have had formal training, but enjoy all ranges of creative energies (except dark, frightening subject matter - I'm not good with horror.) I enjoy ATC's, altered books, sewing, encaustic (wax) collage (any collage, really), all forms of painting, stamping, embossing, oil pastels, pen and ink, polymer clay, doll-making and glass, beading and jewelry making - whatever suits my fancy and helps me to grow as a creator.

Pastimes (besides creating): I have a Master's in counseling and a small practice I enjoy. When I am not with clients, babysitting my grandsons, or swimming, I enjoy listening to piano music, reading (esp. fantasy), discussions about transformation, gardening (esp. flowers - color!), candlelight, trees, the rituals of the seasons, all things pretty, kindness, champagne, vintage, finding the light in people and environments, rabbits, cats, songbirds, rocks and natural artifacts, celestial, fine details, baths (and bubbles) romanticism, purple, Fall.

Some Dislikes: Mean-ness, Cartoon-ish art, things that are too 'cutesy,' gloom and doom messages, over-embellishments, elitism, too country-ish (but I love primitive), narrow-mindedness, singular religiousness.

Background with exchanges: I have a few friends and family with whom I often exchange art. I have done a couple of book swaps, as well as postcard and card swaps. I am looking forward to connecting with a wider community to share creatively.

Ratings

katiewoo rated for CQ - Key to my Queendom on Mar 25, 2013
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Comment: Thanks so much for the luscious key to my Queendom! It's beautiful!
Response: You are very welcome. I enjoyed making it for you, Katie.
PeggyO rated for Tim Holtz Style Encouraging Tag for Feb 2013 USA on Feb 16, 2013
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Comment: WOW! Melinda, is it Christmas or my birthday or what? I got the most amazing package in today's mail! The tag is beautiful--did you use some Perfect Pearls mists or what to get the shimmer on the words and beautiful background? I'd love to know what techniques you combine in creating it! The message was also perfect. I am, by the way, feeling MUCH better. The injection was so easy--and I did use your CD the day before. Thanks so much for it--I'll be using it many times I suspect in the future. And a "few flat items"??? I guess so! They are perfect and will get put to good uses --if I can part with some of them. The red and gold trim is gorgeous. And just a bit more of the amazing silk "ribbon" will be stashed with the other and used for several projects. to you cut/tear those yourself and color them? They are perfection for my Tim H style creations. Thank you, thank you!
Response: You are welcome. I am so glad you liked the CD and that you are doing better. I enjoy sending some 'shares' to you, and oops! with the flat package idea. Couldn't resist as I know that you will put everything to creative, enjoyable use. Yes I use a shimmer mist on the tags - so fun. Take care, Peggy - and thanks for the rating.
DuhBe rated for button fairy-USA on Feb 13, 2013
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Comment: Thanks for the fairy! She is a big girl isn't she? She now hangs in my art tag collection so she will be happy with all that company. And you're right, those art papers were just my style. Thanks again!
Response: I am glad your fairy will have good company and that the I was right about the papers. Thank you for your response and the rating.
PeggyO rated for Tim Holtz Style Encouraging Tag for January 2013 on Jan 17, 2013
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Comment: Melinda--I thought it was Christmas day when I opened your package! The tag is beautifully created and lovely in every way--you DO know Tim Holtz and must have memorized my profile! Would you be willing to let me know, in a PM,the techniques you used? I recognize some but am curious about a some that I see and am trying to figure out.Everything else is SO EXACTLY what I'd pick if I came across them in a flea market or antique/junk shop, or re-sale shop. Where did you find this amazing ribbon? Some is tulle, but what is the fabric in the others and did you cut them yourself? If not, where can I find more? (Like I'll use up all you sent in just a couple weeks!) I wish I could give you 10 hearts my friend--still facing health issues and had to do a cardiopulmonary stress test today to be sure my PMC doc can clear me for the trigger thumb surgery which was supposed to be done yesterday. I'm going one day at a time! I'm looking forward to your disc! Blessings for you, PeggyO
Response: Oh Peggy thank you for your wonderful comments. I am so glad you liked your package, and that everything was a hit.
jadesmus rated for Cabinet of Curiosities #2 - Mythical Creature on Nov 19, 2012
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Comment: Hello, I'm sorry for this late rating since I got your package already a week ago. Life's been hectic, maybe even chaotic (moving to a new house, separating from a long term relationship and whatnot). Then comes this little parcel from overseas that holds this delicate sea creature with a message of remembering to ask for help when in need, to look forward and leave the past behind. It was incredible how the words touched me and my situation, it almost made me cry. The octo-merm has moved with me and is sitting on a kitchen shelf at the moment in my new home.
Response: I am so glad Ms. Octomerm has found her place with you; it sounds like her arrival was special timing for you. I am sorry life is challenging right now, but very happy that this swap helped create some new and positive energy for your new space. Take care.
ATCfan rated for Halloween Hello! on Oct 22, 2012
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Comment: All I can say is "WOW"!!!! Thanks so much for the great Halloween Card, as well as the ATC and the beautiful Halloween Necklace. Thank you, thank you, thank you! If I could give you five hearts, I would!! :-) Happy Halloween!
Response: Thank you so much for your gracious words and rating; I really enjoyed making this swap for you. Thanks for rating me!
CbFlynn rated for altered Altoids tin Christmas ornament on Sep 27, 2012
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Comment: What a lovely holiday ornament, love the Navy, and will proudly display it on my tree, thanks!
Response: I'm so glad you like her and have a place on your tree(s) for her. Thanks for rating me.
mamainshane rated for Vintage skinny creation on Sep 20, 2012
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Comment: love, love, love my vintage skinny. thanks for taking the time to find my <3 of bats. the lace is exquisite, did you colour it?
Response: I'm so glad you like your vintage bat lady. Yes, I colored the lace with Lumiere paints by Jacquard; they are great for fabrics. Thanks for rating me!
Jobeg rated for Handmade Halloween Jewelry Swap on Sep 12, 2012
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tiaragoth rated for Handmade Wearable Art - Senders Choice on Sep 12, 2012
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Comment: Thanks so much for the two beautiful necklaces you created for me : )
Response: You are welcome. I really enjoyed creating this swap.
lunakat805 rated for HOMEMADE EARRING SWAP on Sep 8, 2012
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Comment: LOVE these too! They'll go with so much and they're so pretty! Thank you, thank you!
Response: I've always wanted to make a pair of chandelier earrings, I enjoyed making these for you. Glad you love them!
lunakat805 rated for Handmade Halloween Jewelry Swap on Sep 8, 2012
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Comment: Great necklace/earrings set and I love both pendants! Thank you so much!
Response: I'm glad you liked them - you are welcome!
doulakk rated for HOMEMADE EARRING SWAP on Sep 7, 2012
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Comment: I love the earrings! The keys, the hearts, the shimmery brown stones, thank you!!!!
Response: I am so glad you loved the earrings - you are welcome!
TracyShave rated for 100 Hearts ATC!!! on Aug 28, 2012
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Comment: Thank you so much Melinda for my lovely ATCs and letter - I received them today! I'm glad you like what I am doing here, especially from what you do for a living. If you want any more info just let me know. xx You're ATCs and the envelope were beautiful. Made my day!! x
ixykix rated for Cabinet of Curiosities - Medicine Bottle on Aug 23, 2012
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Comment: Absolutely amazing bottles thank you so much - they are wonderfully made! I wish I could give more than one heart :) Thank you for sending both, they fit in perfectly in my curiosity cabinet ;)
Response: I am so glad that the bottles will be a good fit for your collection,and your cabinets! I really enjoyed their creation; wonderful swap. Thanks for rating me.
Tbaby rated for Altered Cigar Box 3 on Aug 17, 2012
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Comment: I received my box today! I am so pleased! You focused right in on some things that really mean a lot to me and tied them all together very skillfully. What a beautiful box! And full of lovely surprises! I cant say enough... I LOVE IT! Thank you very much! T.
Response: You are welcome! I am so glad it resonated with you; I enjoyed making it for you. One of my favorite swaps. Thanks for sharing your response, and for rating me.
Camiliann rated for Mixed Media ATC: Insprired by Dina Wakely on Aug 10, 2012
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Comment: thanks
Response: You are welcome. Thanks for rating me.
ladyb rated for A Matchbox Anyone??? US ONLY on Aug 9, 2012
5
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Comment: Thank you for the beautiful pond matchbox. I love it and I love everything inside too. :o)
Response: I'm so glad you liked 'the pond.' Thanks for rating me!
CinDLU rated for Paranormal ATC on Aug 8, 2012
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Comment: Fabulous! Loved the dimensional aspect, and the quotes on the back were a really nice addition. And the envelopes were wonderful too!!! Especially the wax seals! HA! Great job all around! Thank you.,
Response: I am glad you liked them - I was your 'mystery sender' - and enjoyed doing a couple of them for you, so it's fun to go the extra effort. Hadn't used those wax seals in a looong time!
hibiscus rated for Through the Window ATC on Aug 1, 2012
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Comment: Such a lovely dreamy card...very special ... Love the little envelope and the big one... Thank you for an excellent swap...what a treasure
Response: I am so glad you liked it - I enjoyed making it for you. Thanks for rating me.

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Comments

tengu2 on Aug 20, 2012:

Welcome to Goddess Reborn and swap bot ! I hope that you find many enjoyable swaps with us. If you have any ideas or concerns please privet message me. I am just not a forum girl.
cerenaleigh on May 9, 2012:

Hey! Welcome to swapbot!! If you want to get some items you can love and use, you should put a "wishlist" column in your profile!

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