Wondering


One of my eariler works. It won a prize in a local show and sold. What worked for me here?

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  1. ElizabethOctober 17, 2010 at 12:03 AM

    I love this piece Kelly, Naturally and beautifully designed.

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  2. artangelOctober 17, 2010 at 2:16 PM

    Wow Kelly I love this - the subtle changes in shades and colours are beautiful. I can see why it won a prize!

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  3. Plumrose LaneOctober 18, 2010 at 11:31 AM

    Gorgeous work Kelly ~ really beautiful!
    ♥Sharon

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  4. Kelly Jeanette SwiftOctober 22, 2010 at 6:55 PM

    Thanks , ladies! Did I mention it sold?

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  5. Priti LisaOctober 27, 2010 at 10:10 AM

    YaY!
    And thanks for giving me the heads-up to your new site...I wish you the best :)

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