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"I do believe in an everyday sort of magic...the inexplicable connectedness we sometimes experience with places, people, works of art and the like; the eerie appropriateness of moments of synchronicity; the whispered voice, the hidden presence, when we think we're alone." Charles de Lint

Sunday, July 27, 2025

Artfully Amazing

We spent a good chunk of the day at Jane's beach. 

We had a wonderful time, but this post will feature some unexpected beach goers....Ayla's Barbies.


Ayla made these bathing suits all by herself from old socks using a sewing machine, and a needle and thread and she is largely self taught. 

I love the fact the seams are on the outside...very chic.I think they're absolutely artfully amazing.

And although it may be a little odd to feature Barbie's butt...but her design and stitching is inspiring! 


And this particular photo of Ayla taking a break from digging her hole is artfully amazing too! 

There's a lot of energy in the house.
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  1. dotty seiter: now playingJuly 27, 2025 at 8:14 PM

    Oh my gosh, what fun y'all are having! Ayla's artfully amazing work break from hole digging looks right on target, gotta say. And Ayla's eye for design and skill as a seamstress have Barbie lookin' GOOD!

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    1. MaryAnn ShupeJuly 28, 2025 at 10:54 AM

      So glad you found the wonder and amazement it in Dotty! Thank you!

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  2. AnonymousJuly 28, 2025 at 6:15 AM

    The sewing is impressive- and that is how my sister and started "sewing" - using old socks to make dresses for Barbies! Nothing we made was this fancy- I remember a lot of tube dresses:) Good for her and happy you are having fun.
    Kathy

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    1. MaryAnn ShupeJuly 28, 2025 at 10:56 AM

      I couldn't agree more Kathy. I remember making tube dresses! My grandmas used to make us layers gowns out of lace and sheer curtains.

      We've been busy but I do hope to squeeze in a few creative activities with Ayla and Aras one of these days.

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  3. AnonymousJuly 28, 2025 at 9:35 AM

    This just made my little girl heart happy! Creativity without boundaries, just making little outfits with abandon! So sweet and clever!! Judy

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    1. MaryAnn ShupeJuly 28, 2025 at 10:58 AM

      What a perfect response to this Judy! Your words describe the joy perfectly!

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