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KateMason
Australia
wife. mum of 5. maker of stuff. scribbler.
Interests: music, collage, illustration, cooking, photography, mixed media, book making, napkin mod podging, babushka & kokeshi, childrens art, stitching paper, altered kids clothes, graphics & apple mac's
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April & May are always busy for our family with lots of celebration for birthdays. I am sure I harp on about that every year, maybe every post during the two months! Anyway, its an all consuming time adding to... Continue reading
Posted yesterday at messy Miss Kate
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I've been wanting to share a couple of absolutely [I think] fabulous movies that I've seen in the last 6 months & thought I'd just go ahead & share this half written post this week while I am occupied with... Continue reading
Posted 5 days ago at messy Miss Kate
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I'm taking time out this week to catch up on all sorts. So I'll catch up on my Living to 100 post next week, I don't want to rush it. April & May are always so busy for our family... Continue reading
Posted May 13, 2013 at messy Miss Kate
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I'm having a good time focussing on my arty learning, playing & designing right now. Lots going on. Lots to work on if I someday would like to make a fulltime career in illustration & design. And thats what I... Continue reading
Posted May 8, 2013 at messy Miss Kate
Thankyou for the birthday wishes lovely! Yes I love all my little treats! Thanks so much for your order again! Its flying out to France today! And thank you for blogging about me! I have no idea what it says, my French is very limited. But it looks beautiful [!!!]. I will get my mother to translate for me. Have a beautiful day sweet lady xoxo
Toggle Commented May 8, 2013 on Family & Home: and gratitude... at messy Miss Kate
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I'm having a BIG PRINT SALE IN SHOP NOW! **Last chance to order for Mothers Day** To start with, I'm offering 50% off all prints in stock when you add $30 or more to your cart in my shop. So... Continue reading
Posted May 7, 2013 at messy Miss Kate
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Its was my birthday yesterday. I was 42 years old. Thats 42 years worth of living! I am so grateful for that. Sunday night I had a lovely dinner with my family. We had some slow cooked Indian curries, salad... Continue reading
Posted May 6, 2013 at messy Miss Kate
Thank you so much Jo! I cant wait to release the new work next week. Thanks too for the birthday wishes! Kate xo
Toggle Commented May 7, 2013 on Arty Things: Taking a leap... at messy Miss Kate
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In my quest to find a healthier happier me this year I've been reading & writing about all sorts of topics. So far I guess they have been mostly related to getting a healthier 'body'. Thats a big part of... Continue reading
Posted May 6, 2013 at messy Miss Kate
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So this year I'm leaping forward, diving into arty things in a bigger way. Immersing myself. I'm currently preparing this new work above [& below] for the printer & I'll have some originals & new prints shop soon. In the... Continue reading
Posted Apr 30, 2013 at messy Miss Kate
Awww thank you Chantal! Im glad you visited me! Have a fabulous day, Kate xo
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OMG, I'm so pleased you said that last bit. I agree & I got sucked in. I've actually written a whole huge long post about blogging, my voice & sensationalism. I tidied it all up last night & its ready to go but I'm a bit afraid to publish. I don't want controversy but I think others might relate. If I can give you any advice Lauren is to just go for it. And if you don't know what 'it' is then doing all sorts might help. Life IS too short. Making some headway before you have too many other huge responsibilities is a great time to get started. I do think we are all here for some purpose [could be several purposes!] & if you do what you love & work hard, good things can happen. If you are happy & a good citizen & independent - your parents of course will be proud - what is not to be proud of there? Wishing you all the luck. Thanks for visiting lovely. xo
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I try my hardest not to get too distracted by headlines & carrots on social media, magazine covers, facebook, forums, daily digests. They are all so clever at grabbing my attention or pulling people into a debate. I big time... Continue reading
Posted Apr 28, 2013 at messy Miss Kate
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So I am looking to find that healthier me this year. That doesn't just mean better nutrition & regular exercise. It also means being responsible about my body for me & my family. And that means heading in for necessary... Continue reading
Posted Apr 28, 2013 at messy Miss Kate
Funny you say that Tamar! I love all sorts of spooky things like that & have my own spooky stories I must share with you some day. And I can totally see that one of your girls felt like shed been before. Little Parisian chicks they are! Kate xo PS. I will get back to my inbox soon. xo
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Thank you sweet. It really is so dear to me, that something I made, is hanging somewhere in one of the most beautiful cities in the world. I dont doubt for a second that it is so beautiful right about now! Enjoy. Kate xo
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Wow I bet shell get there too if she is drawn to it so much at age 10. How lovely for her! Thanks for commenting Lisa xo
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Wow Lea! Ive always dreamed of doing that! Maybe Jeff and I can go backpacking in our retirement! LOL Mmmmm, bread & cheese! Thanks for visiting xo
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Lately I've been doing lots of painting & along with that, lots of thinking. They go hand in hand. As I push paint around, trying to make some sense of it, there's lots of time to sort the accumulation of... Continue reading
Posted Apr 27, 2013 at messy Miss Kate
Hello beautiful lady, thank you for being so brave & sharing. There are lots of us who you inspire so much, try to remind yourself of that. I don't want to add any pressure. We know you aren't flawless, my goodness, is anyone? Just know we love you for YOU, and that means, the sunny days & the rainy ones. I've missed reading your blog, its one of the few ones I read often. It will be lovely to have you back writing & sharing your beautiful pictures again. Go forth & be the fabulous person you already are. Much love & big cuddles. Kate xoxoxo
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If you have been following my blog these past few months you'll know that I have finally been getting some good studio time & doing lots of new creating. The orginals, some older, some never listed & some brand new... Continue reading
Posted Apr 25, 2013 at messy Miss Kate
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Its one of my favourite quotes, 'Get busy living or get busy dying.' - Shawshank Redemption. This weeks post is short but important & I for one want to make it habit. Last week I wrote about finding your passion.... Continue reading
Posted Apr 22, 2013 at messy Miss Kate
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It was 1998. [I know, not a childhood memory, but I was still in my 20's & I have so much from all over the place I want recorded]. I had recently accepted a package from the Federal Government who... Continue reading
Posted Apr 22, 2013 at messy Miss Kate
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I'm sure other parents think & worry about similar things when it comes to their children. The big things like health & safety of course. But also the little things. Have I taught them enough? Are they coping at school?... Continue reading
Posted Apr 18, 2013 at messy Miss Kate
Thanks so much Jessica! Have a great day. Kate xo
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