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In process detail of a much larger mixed media piece intended as a gift for a friend.

I've been so busy making everyone else's holidays happen that I hadn't even started on my own until last nite. So today I got to work on a few handmade gifts from the heart of the studio. And tonite I just might start baking.

Hope your season so far is warm and welcoming,
Kim
ksantini@turtledovedesigns.com
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  1. martinealison1:22 AM

    Bonjour chère amie,

    J'adore pouvoir admirer le processus d'une peinture... Aujourd'hui vous me faites donc très plaisir... Un toutou qui prend vie avec déjà de merveilleuses couleurs.

    A l'aube de ces fêtes de fin d'année, je vous souhaite tout plein de bonnes choses afin que tout se réalise, y compris le bonheur...

    Gros bisous à vous ♥

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    1. Kimberly Kelly Santini10:31 PM

      Martine, I am gratefully accepting your hugs and wishes and sending mine along to you as well. May your puppy bring you many smiles and belly laughs - enjoy the season and cheers to a year of more painting! I hope your work continues to bring you much joy and delight, too!!

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