Wednesday, July 27, 2016

Frilly and Funkie - By the Sea

Hello Everyone!
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It's time for another challenge over at Frilly and Funkie. Kathy is our hostess this time around and she has chosen the theme "BY THE SEA". She would like you to take a virtual beach trip by creating any kind of vintage or shabby chic project that features a nautical or beach theme and colour palette. One lucky winner will receive a $25 gift certificate to Linda's shop The Funkie Junkie Boutique!











All of the following products that I used can be purchased at The Funkie Junkie Boutique


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I just want to say thank you to everyone for your sweet comments about my little pup Scully loosing her eyesight. All your stories of triumph have given my hope that she can still live a full and happy life! Thanks for your encouragement and support!

Now about my photos, this couldn't have worked out better if I planned it myself. Today I'm going to share some of my 'pot of gold' Lake Ontario beachfront photos from our Rattray Marsh Trail hike last weekend. How about that for a coinkee-dink!


On the other side of the lake you can see Toronto, the city where I used to live. Yep, I lived under that big dome of smog! It's pretty to look at from over here, but this is as close as I ever want to be again.





I was able to capture a wave as it hit the rocks. Cool!







A couple of glam shots because it makes me want to curl up and have a nap in the sun!



Caught these little fellas out on the rocks. My first glimpse of Tern.


MRS DUCK - Thank you so much for identifying all the flowers from the MacEwan Terrace Gardens for me, any chance you can help me with this one? It was about thigh high, white petals.


Back at the home front, I had a visitor from a Blue Jay.


and a couple of Starlings having a kissy kissy session (or feeding)??


BRENDA is making a funny face from up in the tree!


PATRICIA takes a quick break before heading off. All that eating is quite exhausting you know!


MR BAGGINS poses in the sunshine for a quick pic. What a handsome dude!


And how about JUNIOR? Well he's almost full grown now. He's lost that cutsie little round baby face, but he sill manages to make me smile with this lazy ways and sweet poses!

YVONNE - Junior lets me get quite close to him. He's completely comfortable with me moving around outside while he's napping, or even sitting in the chair next to him. He won't let me pet him though... YET! lol



last but not least, my token after dinner shot...


That's it for today. Thank you for stopping in and for all the amazing comments. If you have any questions or interesting tidbits about today's wildlife, please let me know.


62 comments:

  1. Lovely creation, looks so cool and pretty. Great photos, looks a lovely place to be, and definitely much better than in that city smog! Have a fab day, hugs, Valerie

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  2. Wow.. the layering is so special beautiful! An amazing card Pamellia and the most beautiful photos always! Thank you for sharing!
    oxo Susi

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  3. The whole vintage feeling with this has me captivated Pamellia! I love the seahorse on those stripes and the huge embellished bow. Simply stunning xx

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  4. Another wonderful card Pamellia - love that seahorse image. What a wonderful wee corner of the lake you found. I dislike city living, so I can understand you not wanting to go back there.
    Gorgeous photos of your feathered and furry friends - Love the colour on the Blue Jay - not a bird we have here at all.
    Blessings
    Maxine

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  5. Your card is very beautiful.So many interesting and well put together layers.

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  6. Hi Pamellia another Faboulas card from you, love the colours and all your gorgeous embellishments
    And lovely seahorse image.
    Fab pics especially the blue jay.
    Best wishes
    Jules xx

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  7. Hi Pamellia, I am thrilled to be able to pay you a visit it seems so long since I have set eyes on your magnificent creations also the beauty that you capture through your lens, I have spent a long, long time here just to lap up the awesome design work on your nautical themed card, I love all animals but there are a few that take the top spots like Seahorses, I have loved these magical creatures since I was very young, so it upsets me when I see the greed of man depleting the numbers of these mystical beings, you have captured the essence of the sea perfectly with the awesome image, colours and embellishments, it really is pure perfection. Your pictures are delightful I know i should not be envious, lol, but to me you are living in a paradise that I can only dream of, you have a wonderful eye for for capturing the beauty that surrounds you including the birds and Squirrels, Pamellia you bring so much joy to lives, especially mine, thank you for sharing.
    hugs
    lorraine x

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  8. Wow! What a luscious layers with all pretty papers and full of embellishments with all little elements, really love this Nautical creation!
    And it seems you lived in a very beautiful place, always amazed to see you pics and love that cute Blue Jay, a new member!

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  9. gorgeous card! so many pretty layers and details!
    love your beautiful photos!

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  10. This is awesome Pamellia. I love-love the seahorse panel, and all the rest too ofcourse LOL
    Hugs Veerle

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  11. Very pretty card. Love the soft colour palette and the seahorse panel is a perfect focal point.
    Hugs!
    Cec

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  12. I love the soft blue stripes and patterns paired with the vintage brown of the seahorse and twine! The layering is just beyond! Might be my favorite Pamellia creation ever!

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  13. Stunning card Pamellia, so many yummy layers. You really do live in a beautiful part of the world, I'm jealous!
    Hugs
    Donna xx

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  14. Your card is so creative , love the seahorse and that compass embellishment very much!! Lake Ontario looks magnificent! That blue jay took my heart away!! Say my hello to all the little friends around! :)

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  15. Wonderful card. Love the seahorse and vintage touch.
    Very beautiful photos.
    Valerija xx

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  16. Love this beautiful creation Pamellia, you even manage flowers on a sea theme card..stunning!!
    wonderful photos, what an amazing place to live!
    Pam x

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  17. Beautiful scene. Love seahorse stamp and litlle details you put on the card.

    Marjeta

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  18. What a wonderful start to the day with a post from you! I always love seeing what you created as well as the photos of life around you (love that Junior)! Your card is beautiful, as always. I'm always amazed at the wonderful detailed layering.

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  19. This card is gorgeousness!!!!! Love it! xoxo
    and of course i love your playful friends! heehee

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  20. Fabulous design and just love those layers, what you have added and the colours are awesome..xxx{aNNie}

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  21. Love that vintage image of the seahorse!!! Just gorgeous nautical card Pamellia!
    Thank you for the inspiration.
    Hugs
    Samra
    Paper Talk with Samra

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  22. Aww This is Super Duper Awesome card Pamellia ! vintage and nautical and so fresh !

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  23. Love your creation!!!Thank you for BEAUTY!!!

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  24. Love your card has such a vintage feel with all the ocean theme layers and trinkets . thanks for sharing a little piece of your heaven the photos are beautiful .

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  25. So stunning Pamelia.Really love your seahorse image and all your layers and details are fabulous :D

    xx coops xx

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  26. I can almost smell the sea from your gorgeous card Pamellia.I love the seahorse...they are one of my favourite seaside images. Your shots of the lake are fab...what a great view back to the city too. We are just packing and getting ready for our last meal out tonight in Tuscany.Hugs xx

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  27. Absolutely stunning car today Pamellia, so many beautiful details. I absolutely love the seahorse on the book paper...so beautiful!
    Wonderful photos of the lake too, what a fabulous place to live.
    Chris
    x

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  28. Oh my beach-loving heart, this is a magical, dreamy, nautical masterpiece!! The texture and layers are breathtaking!! I love the seahorse as the focal point!! Gosh, it's hard to find words to describe your cards, Pamellia!! This is absolutely stunning!! I love, love it!! You've truly captured the beauty of the ocean!! I hope I can find time to play along with this challenge!!

    What gorgeous pictures!! I would love to build a hut on that beach with the view of the city in the background and the waves crashing around!! It's so beautiful!! And your artsy shots are amazing!! They look like watercolor paintings!! Your squirrel babies are so sweet...and thank you for giving my a Junior fix ;) Stunning after dinner shot, too!! Have a great day my friend!! Big hugs :)

    Lisa
    A Mermaid's Crafts

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  29. What a wonderful creation Pamellia, of course I love anything to do with the sea, fabulous colours and design and your embellishments are gorgeous.
    Stunning scenery, what a wonderful area you live in and the colours of the Blue Jay are just amazing. Always a delight to visit you, Kate x

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  30. A beautiful card, Pamellia! Great vintage seaside feel and fabulous layers!

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  31. Stunning card with beautiful deep layers.

    The photographs today are wonderful and especillay the one withe buildings on the horizon.

    Love Chrissie xx

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  32. Just gorgeous Pamellia..amazing layers and textures and love the seahorse..love your photos and one day Junior will have enough trust for petting..[I hope so anyway]

    Luv CHRISSYxx

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  33. Another fabulous card and great photos.
    Julie x

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  34. Beautiful vintage shabby card with a nod to the sea. Love the papers you've used and the fabric petals tucked in. Of course that compass is the icing on this beautiful work of art! Great to see the gang is all doing well! There is no doubt you will have Junior eating out of your hand and in petting mode before long! And your beach is beautiful! So secluded and looks cool! Great splash shot and glamour shots, too! Lots of big hugs to you!

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  35. Beautiful card. Lovely post. Xj

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  36. A beautiful card again Pamellia, those words you added to it are lovely. Wonderful photos of the lake and your walk. I smiled when I saw ''yet'' about being able to pet Junior. he's perfectly at home with you, so I will wait patiently for that happening.
    Yvonne xx
    p.s. I just had your yesterday's post show up, I left a comment there as well.
    Yvonne xx

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  37. Adore the card hun and what gorgeous photos xx

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  38. Pamellia, what a gorgeous card! The papers are so pretty and wow...look at all the textures??! I love your details and the layering is just spectacular! The seahorse is fabulous and a perfect focal point for this theme! The little charm (compass) is adorable and the arrangements of the sentiments! Such a fun theme and you absolutely crushed it!!!!
    Always amazing creations!
    Your pictures are out of this world! I want to live there?! We love visiting Canada...such a beautiful country! It is breathtaking and so peaceful! Thanks for sharing these wonderful shots with us! Your after dinner shot is spectacular! It looks like a postcard! Beautiful my friend!
    Sherrie K

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  39. ooops was so busy looking at your beautiful pics forgot to look at your card -just going back to look lol-stunning card love the beautiful seahorse image-fabulous textures and gorgeous layers
    Carol x

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  40. Oh, that beautiful seahorse, I have to keep going back to look at him again and again, totally gorgeous. Your layering and designs are always second to none but this one is exquisite but I do love sea themed creations!

    The views of Toronto are fabulous, you do live in the most beautiful of places now though. I always enjoy your animal pics, but Junior has stolen my heart, he is just such a sweetie. He must have amazing trust in you, I don't think it will be too long before he lets you pet him! Hugs, Anne xx

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  41. My dear Pamellia, I am attempting another return to crafting and commenting... it seems I only manage one week before pain sets in too deeply. It is frustrating, but I am thankful to be visiting you today. First I want to mention your sweet furbaby... I know this pain, as only three weeks ago my precious furbaby lost his eyesight. Many tears, but I know surrounding him in love will make him as happy as he's always been. The same is true for you. Love is the greatest gift and he will feel every ounce of it in his furry little heart. :o)

    Your card is the epitome of seaside beauty, my sweet friend! The layering is perfection, filled with stunning trims that are ideal for this theme. I love how wrapped them up in twine and I am just enamored with that seahorse. The pearls, the papers, the cascading ribbon.. not to mention the heartwarming wisdom and gorgeous accents throughout. Immersing myself in your creations helps my heart in so many ways. Your pictures are also inspiring, as your heart captures the loveliest moments in nature. Thank you for sharing your creative talents with us. You are a blessing. :o)

    Hugs and blessings,
    Karen

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  42. Another totally fabulous card. I love the sea theme and the little sea horse is soo sweet. Great papers, the blue stripe and the script work very well together.

    As always, I am loving the wildlife shots and your gorgeous views.

    Dionne xx

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  43. Your card is stunning as always and your photography is equally so. It really shows in every picture just how much pleasure you get from capturing each one.
    Lorraine

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  44. Another stunner Pamellia love the seahorse we had one once when we had a marine fish tank, gorgeous pictures as always,
    Hugs Julie xxx

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  45. Gorgeous soft and soothing sea-inspired card. It is like a lazy day at the beach with all the soft layers with the pretty sea-horse.

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  46. Hi Pamellia,

    Well you have done it again my friend with this stunning creation, so beautiful and I love that seahorse stamp.
    Gorgeous, gorgeous piccies, looks such a beautiful place and I adore Junior, such a handsome chappie.

    Have a great day and I look forward to your next post

    Love & hUgs

    Jacquie J xxx
    http://jewelscardcraft.blogspot.co.uk/

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  47. A stunning card I just love that colour combination of the soft blues and bron tones!!

    That beach looks incredible too as do your other photos. Lovely wor all round!

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  48. AH! the card and the shots match so well :) Another GORGEOUS creation Pamellia, so very beautiful, love the blue and brown and the papers, so lovely.

    I was last in Toronto some 40 odd years ago and loved it, they were building the last of the Tower then. Sorry to hear it's a smoggy city now. LOVE your piccies of the Lake and the animals.
    Faith
    x

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  49. I love anything nautical and I love your shabby chic take!! Every detail is heaven!
    The beach you shared look wonderful! I could do with a few week there! And who could not love those critters! Your are blessed and so are they to have you!

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  50. Terrific card Pamellia with wonderful design and layers. Thanks for sharing all your photos too. Nicola x

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  51. Stunning photos...just a wow! Gorgeous card! No one does them quite like you! Just over the top beautiful!

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  52. Oh this is a divine design! I am seeing many bloggers I know do nautical and this design is among my top 2! Gorrrrrrrgeous and so Wowzers! You have such a way with your cards dearie, next thing you create will be some Bubbles stamp sets or dies. Hehe! How cool would that be? Anywhoo, your seahorse is fantabulous and the softness of the papers is a delight. I hope you embraced the day and enjoyed! Hugz to you muffin! ~Doc

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  53. Hi Pamellia
    Only you could do shabby seaside so beautifully.
    How could you not resist jumping into that lovely water?
    Friends of my Mum & Dad emigrated to St Thomas and I always wsnted to visit when I was a kid after hearing tales of bears and snow lol!
    Your flower looks a type of Philadelphus but I may be wrong.
    Junior........you gotta love him!
    Ang x

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  54. Awww... Another stunning creation, full of textures, dimensions and fabulous details!! Love very much this seahorse, it has a great vintage feel and is sooo beautiful! Love also all these layers and the shabby look of this mixed media card!! And what to say on all the gorgous details? I'm speechless! Great papers, charms, lace and strings, flowers, cheesecloth... Any thing is a joy for the eyes!!! Amazing work, I pinned it!
    And also your photos area a joy for the eyes!!! Great places on the Ontario Lake and fabulous photos of flowers, birds and your squirrels. You live in a Heaven!
    :)

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  55. Pamelia oooh I do love the sea horse image and all the special details like the compass and oooh so wonderful to see the play of twine and layers
    Cheers
    Dr Sonia

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  56. I LOVE this one,,,the seahorse is so cool and the stripped dp look fabulous wiht it!! I can never figure out how you can get all those beautiful layers together and make it look SO perfect! You pics make me feel a little cooler since its SO hot here now!! Your squirrel pics make me smile every time :)

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  57. A drop dead gorgeous nautical card, Pamellia! So many beautiful layers incorporated together creating such an exquisite design! I adore your seahorse and those tucked fabric petals! That little compass along with your marvelous bow is a cherry on top! It's a delightful piece of art, my friend!
    You put a big smile on my face with your squirrel shots, as usual! Thanks so much for sharing your breathtaking photos! It's a joy for the eyes! Big hugs to you! Branka xx

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  58. A beautiful sea side theme card - love the colors, ribbons and signature layers! Wonderful beach photos too! have a great weekend! Julia xx

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  59. Love that seahorse, you've complimented it perfectly. Fab photos and loving the squirrels still. Cara x

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  60. I love how you layered in the ticking/stripes in this one! What a great way to balance the vintage design. Another beauty, thanks for the detail shots. <3

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  61. Stunning card with a gorgeous mix of papers and layers/
    Wonderful photos from the lake, and of course those squirrels just steal the show for me.
    Avril xx

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  62. This is just stunning Pamellia! It's so beautifully vintage and I love love love the seahorse. <3

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