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Art by Nancy Maxwell James

{Rose Petals – Altered Book Page}

January 1, 2010

Removed for future publication in Somerset Memories!

We made it to 2010! This year is sure to have many challenges and changes and I hope to handle each one of them. I have spent New Year’s Day sitting in my robe and pj’s just putzing around…not really doing much of anything. My winter break from work didn’t consist of all the “creative things” I wished to accomplish. Seems the past week has been spent on meetings, paperwork, and inspections. Tomorrow we meet with the home inspector to go over the place once again.

We hope to take possession on January 12 – this way we can get the tax credit that is being offered. Then comes the stress of gutting and demolation before we can move in. I still wonder…what was I thinking? But, I so love the area this home is located in (ironically we look at two places on the same street) and the yard and views it offers. I can’t wait to garden, plant and landscape. I know that there will be little creative time for me the next few months (but we can consider decorating, painting, and remodeling creating right?) and I will miss my artsy side.

I have been packing breakables and decorative items this past week getting ready for the move, and continue to wonder how I accumulated so much stuff? I have so many family heirlooms and treasures that I could never ever part with and a lot of things that might be neccessary to say good-bye to in order to keep the clutter down.

I started a new blog today which chronicles the new home and all the renovations that will occur…will share it once we get underway. I know this is going to be an amazing time – just trying to stay focused!

Happy New Year Everyone! May 2010 be an AMAZING year filled with blessings for each and everyone of us! :)

Filed in: altered books, collage • by Sugar Lump Studios • 22 Comments

About Sugar Lump Studios

I am a dabbler. I love to create using all sorts of mediums...pattern papers, stamping, fabric, assemblage, collage, altered art, a never ending smattering of whatever strikes my fancy in whimsical moments. I find creating allows my soul to be fulfilled and love to spend hours in the studio.

Comments

  1. Teresa

    January 1, 2010 at 3:01 pm

    Congrats on your new home and with it the journey of making it your own! I'll miss your beautiful arework here on the blog, but I know you will be 'artistically achieving so much in your new home!

    Reply
  2. Jesse Mendez

    January 1, 2010 at 3:48 pm

    Hi,

    Happy New Years…!

    I have two awards that I
    am handing out to my blog
    friends. I dated the post
    01/01/10, I hope you will
    take them and pass them
    out to your peeps…

    xoxoxo

    Reply
  3. shirley

    January 1, 2010 at 6:20 pm

    Nancy, Happy New Year to you and your family. I'm so happy that your move will be a great start to the New Year. I know you will be happy when you are settled and loving your new home. Blessings for a smooth move.

    Reply
  4. Julie Ranae

    January 1, 2010 at 8:16 pm

    A very happy new year to you and your family…hang in there during the big move and keep us posted!

    Can't wait to see all that 2010 has to offer us!

    Reply
  5. Julia - "Vintage with Laces"

    January 1, 2010 at 10:21 pm

    I love your sweet book pages, Nancy! Yes, decorating and remodeling is defitetely creative. I could be in the mood for something like that too. It's great that you will blog about your new house adventure and let us see what you will be up to.

    Reply
  6. Scrapbookingbuzz

    January 1, 2010 at 11:25 pm

    Love your altered book pages I can smell the roses so fresh.

    Reply
  7. bad penny

    January 2, 2010 at 2:55 am

    love your book pages
    Have fun sorting your new home ! xx

    Reply
  8. Hanne

    January 2, 2010 at 3:56 am

    A Happy New Year to you and yours!
    Beautiful pages!
    Hanne

    Reply
  9. Marilyn Rock

    January 2, 2010 at 5:09 am

    Nancy! These are stunning pages! WOW!

    Congrats on the new home and I look forward to your second Blog to see the progression of your renovations!

    Best wishes – Marilyn xxoo

    Reply
  10. Sandy

    January 2, 2010 at 8:08 am

    OMG Nancy what a romantic entry. Wonderful vintage style. Love them.

    Reply
  11. ScrappyPam

    January 2, 2010 at 9:06 am

    Happy New Year, Nancy! Wishing you and your family the best 2010 has to offer!

    Congratulations on your new home – what a way to start the new year!

    Reply
  12. MaygreenFairies

    January 2, 2010 at 3:04 pm

    Happy New Year! I look forward to following your new move and how it goes. Mandy x

    Reply
  13. Melissa

    January 2, 2010 at 5:09 pm

    Lovely pages! Happy New Year Nancy!
    Smiles-
    Melissa

    Reply
  14. Athena

    January 3, 2010 at 2:03 am

    The pages are very beautiful and the colours I love too. I could almost smell the scent of roses :)

    I wish you much luck with moving, hoping that the house will be yours before Jan 12.
    Wishing you and yours many blessing and every happiness in your future new home :)

    Reply
  15. Hermine

    January 3, 2010 at 7:51 am

    Absolutely gorgeous spread. Happy new year to you and your loved ones Nancy.

    Reply
  16. Linda L.

    January 3, 2010 at 8:31 am

    Hey Nancy and best wishes for you and family. I think there is a good feeling overall about this new year 2010. So glad you are going to share with us your journey to a new home. Will be waiting for updates

    Reply
  17. ~*~Patty Szymkowicz

    January 3, 2010 at 5:16 pm

    Lovely pages Nancy…beautiful!!!
    Congratulations on your new home, what a lot of excitement….and work. You take good care!
    It's clear you do not shy away from projects, a second blog = Wowee! :)
    Sending every good and special wish for a wonderful New Year!
    oxoxo

    Reply
  18. Janny

    January 4, 2010 at 3:24 pm

    Beautiful pages, great post! Congrats and all the best for 2010!

    Reply
  19. Xela

    January 6, 2010 at 4:51 am

    Fantastic work. I love your book sites!

    Reply
  20. Kris Dickinson

    January 7, 2010 at 6:58 pm

    Fantastic as always Nancy! Happy New Year! – Kris

    Reply
  21. Jacqueline

    January 8, 2010 at 11:45 am

    I just LOVE these colors!!

    Reply
  22. Jann

    January 9, 2010 at 6:57 pm

    Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful!

    Reply

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