Who wants to play those eights and aces... Bob Seger

This is my focaccia on its own, so it can be viewed large to see the details. I think it's pretty cool, if I do say so myself, lol!

"Don’t think about making art, just get it done. Let everyone else decide if it’s good or bad, whether they love it or hate it. While they are deciding, make even more art."

-Andy Warhol

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The October challenge is to take a photo each day for the whole month. Why not join in the fun and get those creative juices flowing? October is a good month for those lovely autumnal/fall colours and don't forget the spooky side of things...and pumpkins, so many pumpkins!

I'd love to see you there...here is the link to the group:

www.flickr.com/groups/photoadayforamonth/

“Beautiful things come together one stitch at a time.” ― Unknown

… that make up a dull day

Ich fand diesen alten, trockenen Zweig, der vom Wind abgebrochen war, und suchte nach etwas, das ich damit kombinieren könnte. Schließlich kam mir die Idee, als Kontrast dazu ein paar junge, grüne Blätter hinzuzufügen.

I found this old, dry branch, broken off by the wind and looked for something to combine it with. Finally I had the idea to add some young, green leaves as a contrast.

Playing with 'flat lay' again...

Not sure if I got this, 'flat lay' and 'high key' together and trying to keep the shapes of my wooden snowflakes visible..., your opinions greatly received...

Debbie ~ KissThePixel 2021

AAW February 1 - 8: Geoometric

WIT: These are "dot dishes" that I bought when in Prince Edward County, back in the day when it was still possible to travel to a place for wine tasting. I had these other dishes, and arranged the geometrics, and I was influenced by the Mondrian way of setting shapes in a non-linear way, although this looks nothing like Mondrian, lol! In post, just the usual tweaking of colour and contrast, cropped to 8 by 10.

Spent some time making a hat for a friend. Hopefully it fits and he likes it, it's my first attempt at a crochet hat!

For those interested the pattern I (sort of) followed for this hat can be found here: Ribbed Wonder - Easy Crochet Hat

Hope everyone is doing well and staying safe.

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166/365: Not for this clematis...I had hoped it would stay alive when I put it in water but it was wilted this morning. I still thought it deserved another use.

I used this spoon in a photo recently and said it had a story behind it.

I bought it from a local Fair trade shop. It was made in Laos from aluminium salvaged from deactivated unexploded bombs dropped on their province during the secret war which took place between 1964 and 1973.

A percentage of the money from the sale of these spoons goes to a charity to help young disadvantaged Laotians further their education.

On a lighter note, I'll let you into a little secret. The patterned fabric is a pair of oversized knickers Gloria bought for a photo...what is she like? ;)

Most times I don’t like how dark my kitchen is…then again I love the moodiness it brings out in some of my photos. This is just light from our window.

A little lockdown fun with some old tools.

All those little histories….

I love pears! They are beautiful and when left to ripen on the counter nothing can beat the texture and taste. Sometimes nature makes things so perfectly there is no need to change anything. Be patient, just wait until it's right then indulge in the natural, juicy goodness.

Today I found a surface I hadn't noticed before. In my garage, we had cement backer board for some project we never completed and now I found out I have a perfect textured neutral surface to photograph on, how I love treasure hunting!

Haven't been on Flickr almost 2 months.. I had a nasty fall and hoped my shoulder would be better after P/T, but not much improved and I was diagnosed with a Rotator cuff tear and SLAP tear even though I am not a sports player.

I missed a lot of flowers and only I am able to hang around our backyard. My right arm can not hold a toothbrush even 5 seconds. I can not hold any cameras but I still would like to take photos. So I decided to use my 8 year old light compact camera no one is using these days. I know pretty horrible quality, no bokeh, no lightroom, but I am happy enough right now.

I hope after the surgery, my shoulder will be better and stronger than before and able take better photos than right now. Until then, Just snap shots.... Thank you for visiting.

By the way, If I have surgery, without health insurance, cost me $16,000 or more. I wish we had socialized healthcare like in other countries.

掃除機のホースにつまずいてスっ転んだだけで

右肩の棘上筋腱断裂、肩峰下滑液包炎　SLAP損傷、など病名が重なりまして、、保存法では持たないほどのダメージを受けてしまいました。　五十肩かなと思っていたら断裂していたということもあるようなので、皆様も腕が上がらなくなったら整形外科に行ってみてください。早いうちなら保存法で治るかもしれません。

利き腕を怪我したのは辛いです。今は左手のみで生活をしているので左手でボタンが押せる軽いカメラ、、、ふるーいコンデジに逆戻りです。　あと8か月は重いものは持てないので仕方が無いです。　泣くだけ泣いたので今は腹をくくって、、、160万円払って手術して、家で療養、リハビリです。　ちなみに、、、保険無しで盲腸の手術＋1日入院は500万円です、、。それでなくてよかった。（？）

My little potted tomato plant continues to deliver. The tomatoes may be tiny but they pack a flavourful punch!

Just a quick flat lay for today. Nothing too exciting, more crochet and coffee, but this time with a glimpse of the purse I made from the Granny Squares I used in this photo.

Hope everyone is doing well and staying safe.

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Mitt bidrag till Fotosöndag 160221, tema Flat Lay.

Every now and again I bake stuff so why not take a picture of it? I followed the recipe I found at www.ambitiouskitchen.com/my-favorite-healthy-banana-bread.... I would have tossed in a handful of toasted walnuts but my daughter isn't a fan so I'll have to eat them on the side.

PS I was trying to have the chocolate chips and banana to look like a smile but they are a bit too out of focus.

Just a bunch of leaves that I picked up on my walk today.

Asphodelus albus || White Asphodel

October 2023: A month in 31 pictures

I recently acquired a pack of vintage receipts, I was very excited to find them as they will be perfect for flat lay photos and don't take up much storage space.

When I woke up this morning and saw the board where my daughter and I decorated eggs last night I knew I had my image. We loved using the alcohol inks the most, the colors are so beautiful and vibrant. We only had 3 to work with but we when blended together it could create the rainbow! We don't usually eat our decorated eggs so I am not sure if the inks are safe for consumption.

The theme for this CrAzY Tuesday (3-Jan-2023) is 'Flat lay'.

All items I've gained from charity shopping.

May all your Tuesdays be crazy 😀

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Celebrating the mundane! I was making my husband his breakfast sandwich and had my aha for the day. I took this on my front porch while the weather cycled between rain and sunshine. There is something so special and amazing about Spring rain, the trees on my street are all in bloom, it was definitely a beautiful morning. Hope you have a fantastic day.

Note - this is not my idea of a great pbj. Mine would use Dave's Killer Good Seed Organic Bread, chunky peanut butter, and bananas.

Fallen leaves from the Poplar trees.

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Bladeren van een Populier.

Flickr Lounge weekly theme - Flat Lay

Focus stack (30 images) Shot with two off-camera strobes (Godox AD200Pro//XPro II trigger). Flash A, bare bulb on overhead boom, camera left 136 degrees,135 degrees above subject. Flash B camera right 90 degrees 30 degrees above subject, modified with MagMode MagSphere.

Shot for Flickr Friday - evocation

Thanks for taking time to fave, comment and look at my work. I really appreciate.

..... there are no limits to the imagination.

Happy "Smile on Saturday" with "Flat Lay"!

I wish you a nice weekend!

And thank you so much for your views, faves and comments!

I love yard sales because they are real treasure hunts. These are the items I purchased yesterday and I just loved that they all go together colorwise. The prices were as follows - cast iron pan $1, bottle $.50, kettle $1, blue dishes and bamboo mat $2, table $4. No, the lemon, eggs and flowers weren't from yard sales.

One of my all time favorites!

On my way to the isle of Møn, to see the cliffs on the picture with my own eyes ...

Take care, hope to see you next week!

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I have had this idea in my head for some time and because of daylight savings and a sleepy family I took the time to play with it today. I wish I had more flower petals to work and that I had laid them out more carefully. This would be fun to try with other items around too. Beans, stones, buttons, spices, fruits and veggies, use your imagination. Wishing you some peace and love, we all need it in the divisive and chaotic world.

No time to play with my camera ... but just a quick shot of a flatlay while preparing supper won't hurt. I hope ... 'cause i tend to ruin the food when I do not give my full attention to the cooking. ;-)

And HSS!