Monday, 31 January 2011

De-stress


I have found a delightful way of de-stressing... scribbling in book margins! I know a couple of bloggers that do this but was brought up to think that you should not bend the edge of the page, let along write or draw in a book, so it has taken me a long time to dare to paint in my own book!


Nothing spectacular, just a first attempt at watercolour paints ... catkins and rosehips today.
A whole new thing for me, very different to silk painting, easier to get a nice flow.

Fun learning to blend colours.

I quite like the idea that I have left a little bit of my thoughts on the pages of this book!

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding
Proverbs 3

This Bible verse was memorised years ago and forgotten, I remembered it today - it is helpful right now.  I think I will write about my stressful stuff when it is over, because then I can look back and laugh!

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14 comments:

  1. Pom Pom31 January 2011 at 18:15

    Beautiful! Beautiful! I adore your watercolors. Bravo! Bless you, dear!

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  2. Fondant Kiss1 February 2011 at 05:30

    Simply beautiful!
    Paints out, chin up, smile on...
    big hugs my friend
    Deb x

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  3. Annie xx TheFeltFairy1 February 2011 at 05:42

    What a lovely idea! Your painting is beautiful, very delicate!

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  4. magsmcc1 February 2011 at 10:59

    Oh you and Pom Pom- it's all very well when you're both so artistic- mine would still look like the primary school doodles that are currently appalling my suns as they discover my old story books!

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  5. Nana Go-Go1 February 2011 at 11:49

    That`s the spirit, me old hearty, get busy with the paintbrushes! Fantastic for a first attempt at watercolour! I love them. Paint on, Betty. xxx

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  6. Amanda Makes1 February 2011 at 13:57

    Aren't we lucky to have our crafting...somewhere to leave our worries behind?...and Betty, you do it beautifully! Love your little paintings. xxxx

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  7. Mrs Worthington2 February 2011 at 11:32

    Betty - I think you have real talent. these are lovely and what a fab way to destress

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  8. Betty2 February 2011 at 13:12

    thankyou for your comments and encouragement, can't believe I am this old and haven't tried watercolours before - they are so therapeutic... will try and visit all your blogs this week for a proper catch up. Bettyx

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  9. Whidbey Woman5 February 2011 at 09:35

    As a Recreational Therapist, I definately approve :)

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  10. Charlotte5 February 2011 at 10:04

    How beautiful, and what a wonderful talent. I'm so glad you chose to share with us on Spiritual Sundays. Love your header picture.
    Blessings,
    Charlotte

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  11. Amy (Blighty Boutique)5 February 2011 at 10:46

    your painting's beautiful x

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  12. sarah5 February 2011 at 14:06

    this is really pretty.....

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  13. fayefayesparkle5 February 2011 at 14:18

    what a wonderful surprise for someone to find

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  14. lemonade kitty5 March 2011 at 01:47

    I think this is a great idea the catkins are wonderful, only wish I could paint,,,,Lucey xx

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