Friday, February 28, 2014

Hey Potato!

"Hey Potato!"
4 x 6 - Watercolor Paper

"There is still no cure for the common birthday." 
-- Thomas Fuller

So I have a girlfriend who's about to embark on a major birthday. And this year, she wants to avoid the subject altogether. No party, no presents, no cake. In fact, I think I may get in trouble if I even mention it. BUT she is having a birthday wether she likes it or not. And although we girls are respecting her wishes to keep it on the down-low, I just had to do a little something for her.

Some years ago - and I promise I don't recall how - she started calling me "potato." I, in turn, nicknamed her the same. So this quick little sketch is for her: my little birthday potato. It was done on watercolor paper and will be mounted on card stock to serve as her birthday card. Oh, and I will get her a little gift too. I guess you can say that I like living life on the edge. . . .



Happy PPF to you. I hope this weekend finds you celebrating your little heart out.

To love and produce,
Kristin xo
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27 comments:

  1. NettyFebruary 28, 2014 at 12:58 PM

    Adorable, am sure she will love it.
    Happy PPF, Annette x

    http://nettysartadventures.blogspot.co.uk/

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  2. GigglesFebruary 28, 2014 at 1:06 PM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE your adorable potato!! I have friend who is exactly the same, only she always had parties for everyone else!! After a surprise 40th She told hubby if he had a 50th she's be furious and never forgive him. So he didn't have one. However I arranged a 50th art party at my friend art studio with our intimate group of goddesses...she loved that!

    Hope your friend enjoys the love she is being showered! Tell her better to celebrate life....than death!! Tell her I said it!! It will keep you out of trouble!

    Hugs Giggles

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  3. Valerie-JaelFebruary 28, 2014 at 1:16 PM

    Wonderful potato! Valerie

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  4. Carol RigbyFebruary 28, 2014 at 1:59 PM

    A great idea. Hope your friend enjoys her birthday.

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  5. Mary Ann PotterFebruary 28, 2014 at 2:01 PM

    Best potato I've seen in quite awhile! 8-) So cute! This will make a special birthday card --- even an adorable unbirthday card!

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  6. Terri CoronaFebruary 28, 2014 at 4:07 PM

    That's hilarious, and I understand it completely - I'm having a big one this year too! And I must say, that's the sweetest potato I've ever seen!

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  7. ChristineFebruary 28, 2014 at 5:17 PM

    such a cute way to wish your friend a Happy Birthday!

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  8. dentheFebruary 28, 2014 at 9:44 PM

    This is so cute! She'll love it!

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  9. Sharon FritchmanMarch 1, 2014 at 2:38 AM

    I hope she changes her mind and decides to celebrate and embrace her birthday! This adorable and very thoughtful potato is certainly going to boost her spirits immensely, Kirsten!! Thanks for sharing! (and thank you for visiting my blog, too!)

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  10. Annie ClaxtonMarch 1, 2014 at 3:04 AM

    oh! it's such a sweet potato! She is sure to love it :o)

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  11. JoannaMarch 1, 2014 at 3:42 AM

    haha, I totally get where your friend is coming from and I totally get your potato friendship! My daughter and I call each other aubergine (I don't know why, it started years ago and has just kinda carried on).

    Your potato card is perfect and will be treasured, I'm sure.

    x

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  12. K J DMarch 1, 2014 at 3:56 AM

    Sweet potato!

    It made me smile I am sure it will do the same for your friend :)

    Karen xxx

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  13. Ritu DuaMarch 1, 2014 at 4:35 AM

    Oh wow what an awesome adorable little potato !! Totally love the expression in his blue eyes :)

    http://beneathmyheartart.blogspot.ae/2014/03/dancelovesinglive.html

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  14. artfullycarin@gmail.comMarch 1, 2014 at 5:27 AM

    Oh that's funny! I'm sure your potato friend will like it. I think it's totally adorable!

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  15. Linda KunsmanMarch 1, 2014 at 7:10 AM

    LOVE your delightful potato Kristin!!! Your friend has got to love this special painting:)

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  16. GlorV1March 1, 2014 at 9:50 AM

    I love your darling potato. I'm sure your friend will love the potato and giggle with you about the memories.:)

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  17. Tam HessMarch 1, 2014 at 10:57 AM

    haha wonderful potato! I REALLY like this piece. Charming and sweet for your friend.

    Happy Paint Party Friday!
    I'm late...Happy Saturday!
    Tam

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  18. Lisabella RussoMarch 1, 2014 at 1:37 PM

    That's so cute! I am sure she will love it. Birthdays can be a tricky subject, but I'm sure you will get through hers with flying colors... I also love your girl with green hair right below, so beautiful!

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  19. AnnabelleMarch 1, 2014 at 2:08 PM

    A very lovely card for your friend's birthday and without question it will tickle her soft spot and she'll love the sentiment.

    Annabelle : )


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  20. Chris Stern / CS DesignsMarch 1, 2014 at 5:47 PM

    Kristin, Just love your little potato, so different and so darn cute.
    :) Chris / CS Designs

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  21. bellefrogworksMarch 1, 2014 at 7:28 PM

    How wonderful to share special times with good friends (whether they want to or not!!!) Love the potato lady and so will she!

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  22. MargikMarch 3, 2014 at 3:29 PM

    Fantastic potato! A great idea.

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  23. Carmen March 5, 2014 at 2:40 PM

    Hahaaaaa! You rebel, you! I hope she loved her potato ass much as we all do! :-D

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  24. Carmen March 5, 2014 at 2:41 PM

    Potato ass?? Now that WOULD be a weird card! :P

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  25. UnknownMarch 5, 2014 at 11:07 PM

    I like the potato. It is so much fun.

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  26. Dreaming of VintageMarch 14, 2014 at 6:36 AM

    So cute!

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  27. NatashaMarch 29, 2014 at 10:31 PM

    I love the quirky personal 'in-joke'. Bet she loved it.

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