Summertime in the south means different things to different people. Where I come from, it has a very special meaning to the young girls of our lovely town. Especially when you've reached the very important age of "maturity," which in some cases could be very questionable. But, I am here to tell you, I have arrived and the event I have waited for all my life has also arrived...my very own Coming-Out-Ball. Ladies, you all take a good look at this dress! It took me and my Mama one solid year to find it. Goodness gracious, we shopped in every city within a 500 mile radius of our home before we finally found it. But, we did and now, here I stand, all dressed up in my beautiful gown, umbrella in hand, just waitin' for my cue to make my grand entrance. Tonight, I am the "Bell of the Ball" and don't you forget it! There is nothin' quite like "Summertime In The South."
Date: Sunday, December 10, 2017 GMT Views: 394
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Ink: Gabi's Haute Couture Stamp Set. My mentor, Susie Australia, used this stamp to creature some of the most beautiful cards I have ever seen. I used it for just the upper body and drew the rest of it. The umbrella was Stampin Up's Weather Together.
Accessories: The flowers in the vase are Paper Studio gemstones and although they don't show up, the red dots on the dress sre red rhinestones
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Registered: April 18, 2011 Location: Melbourne, Aus Posts: 51844
Sun, Dec 10, 2017 @ 9:06 PM
Oh my goodness how creative and clever is this!!!! I recognised her instantly Martha. From a ballerina to a belle, oh wow I am in awe of what you have done here. The elaborate setting is perfect for your gorgeous hand drawn gown. I love your story too. I love every inch of this!!
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Please don't take your organs to heaven - heaven knows we need them here.
Registered: July 9, 2008 Location: Stars Fell on Alabama Posts: 75034
Fri, Dec 15, 2017 @ 7:27 PM
Martha, so good to see you here. I guess you and Mama have been away quite a while looking for your "Coming Out" dress....yes, I see it took a year to find it. Well, it's beautiful. And, how wonderful you can draw, too. Enjoy your Coming Out Ball.
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Registered: June 4, 2009 Location: Deatsville, Alabama Posts: 83888
Sun, Dec 17, 2017 @ 5:17 AM
Beautiful image!!!
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