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Monday, November 21, 2011

Celebrate With Me!

Yes......it's giveaway time! To celebrate the major blogging milestone of passing 500 followers on my humble blog, I'm having another giveaway. All you have to do is leave a comment at the end of this post and I will draw a random winner on December 12th. I don't know what the prize will be yet, but I will make something nice for the winner. And dear followers: Thank you! Thank you!

Meanwhile............I have been working on a new piece. NB THIS PIECE IS NOT THE GIVEAWAY PRIZE - I'LL BE MAKING SOMETHING ESPECIALLY FOR THAT. Apart from some finishing touches with paint, I think it is done. Here are some progress shots:

Working it out.

Full shot.

Closer.

Angled shot.

And a closeup of the head.

I took the colours to paint this piece from the beautifully rusted metal pieces that I have used on the torso. Working title: "Rust Never Sleeps".


 
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75 comments:

  1. RonNovember 21, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    She's WONDERFUL! Love the colors!!
    Hope you are doing well!

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  2. MeganNovember 21, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    Susie
    Love your latest doll - she's beautiful! Hope to win your generous giveaway.

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  3. Lori FoxNovember 21, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    Yahoo!! How exciting! Love your work! Would be honored to have any prize!! Good luck to everyone!

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  4. SusanNovember 21, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    Your dolls have really changed over time, I love this one, very sculptural.

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  5. Evelyn's WonderlandNovember 21, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    Congrats!!!
    She is gorgeous! I would love to have anything you make, I love and admire your work!
    Warm wishes,
    Evelyn

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  6. Sherri FarleyNovember 21, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    Congratulations, 500 followers WOW. I love your dolls and see them on MAIDA. Your are truly an artist.

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  7. ChrisNovember 21, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    Congratulations 500 followers, I've just passed 50 and I'm so happy. Love your work, but you know that. Fingers crossed for me.

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  8. Michelle WalkerNovember 21, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Congratulations!! Count me in..i would love to be a winner...{crossing fingers and toes}
    Mxo

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  9. Meriel Eir November 21, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    Gorgeous!

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  10. LynNovember 21, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    Congrats to you:o)) I very much admire your work and would love to be a winner:o))
    Take care and have a good week.
    Hugs Lyn x

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  11. Halloween FanaticNovember 21, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    How exciting! Love your work!

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  12. AnonymousNovember 21, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    Well I love them all and this one is awesome...and so sweet of you to do a give a way

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  13. MandyNovember 21, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    She's looking amazing (as usual ;) )

    Love your work...it's so sweet of you to offer giveaways for us :)

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  14. RhissannaNovember 21, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Oh my goodness, what an amazing piece! I love the expression and the tentative movement of the lovely hands. Congratulations on your followers. We love what you do!

    (Heck yes, I want to be in the giveaway!)

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  15. Dallas SillsNovember 21, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    ;-D she's beautiful, Susie. I love how you costumed her and her breast plate. You're my inspiration.

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  16. Simon PurpleNovember 21, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    Your work is gorgeous and very inspiring!

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  17. UnknownNovember 21, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    she's beautiful, I'd love to win her. See you next week, can't wait.

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  18. B. veraNovember 21, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    beautiful piece of art!I love your creations the antiqued inspired dolls, my favorite!

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  19. joaniNovember 21, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    She's gorgeous,like all of your dolls!Congratulations!

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  20. Cody GoodinNovember 21, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Wow that piece is gorgeous. Your work is so beautiful. I would certainly love to win your giveaway. Hope you are doing well.

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  21. Barbara EvansNovember 21, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    I enjoy your work very much and love that you share what you are working on. It gives inspiration.

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  22. Jo in TASNovember 21, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    I love the tilte for your doll, it really suits her! Congrats on 500 followers! Was so lovely to meet you at Deloraine and see some of your dolls up close :-)
    HUgs
    Jo

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  23. PennyNovember 21, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    Congratulations on your 500. Love this new doll with the rusty bits, it is gorgeous. Will be in your class on the 2nd Dec, looking forward to seeing you again.

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  24. trapezeNovember 21, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    love your work all of it, told you a million times but each new piece takes my breath away!

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  25. Hill Top PostNovember 21, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    Great news...500 followers...so proud to be one of them! Love your work!

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  26. Wilma Simmons (Empress Wu Designs)November 21, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    Congratulations. Your current work is stunning and it is always a delight to see what you are creating - no wonder you have such a following.

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  27. KittyAnnNovember 21, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    500! Wow! Congrats! Here's to 500 more! =) Love your new work, enchanting.

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  28. canngilNovember 21, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    Love your art...would be honored to win and to actually own one of your pieces!!

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  29. HeARTworksNovember 21, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    Thank you Susie for sharing your talent with us! I am sure anyone who wins will treasure your creation!

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  30. brotherNovember 21, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    Clever, clever sister!

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  31. b.b.flockling * RoseNovember 21, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    She is beautiful Susie...and a little winsome...

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  32. Niky SayersNovember 21, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    Thank you for writting such a lovely blog that and your stunning art is why you have so many follows! Have a great day
    Niky

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  33. peggy aplSEEDSNovember 21, 2011 at 11:21 PM

    i would to win one of your gorgeous dolls! congratulations!

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  34. Susie McMahonNovember 21, 2011 at 11:45 PM

    Entry for Karen McVitty who is finding it difficult to leave a comment here.

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  35. just meNovember 21, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    every new post with your work just always amazes me more! she is beautiful! What a honor to win some of your art!

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  36. Sandy PineNovember 22, 2011 at 12:56 AM

    Beautiful work Susie. You inspire me. Looking forward to next week.

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  37. Gems-By-JulzNovember 22, 2011 at 1:15 AM

    Wow Susie your work is so wonderfully imaginative and transcending. Congratulations on getting over 500 follwer's hon. It is easy to follow your blog and always be delighted by your new pieces they are simply fabulous.
    Hugs sweetie. From Julz
    I would love to win one of your magical creations and would treasure and display it with pride.

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  38. AnonymousNovember 22, 2011 at 1:54 AM

    she is fabulous, such a gorgeous face and i love the rusty bits and your use of the hession works perfectly .

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  39. SparklyjoolsNovember 22, 2011 at 3:08 AM

    Congratulaltions on your 500th follower Susie! The new piece is exquisite. I'd also be thrilled to be entered in your giveaway. Just heard from my dollmaking friends in Adelaide that you are teaching there in a week and I'm so envious!

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  40. flyingbeaderNovember 22, 2011 at 5:49 AM

    500! Wow...good for you! I love the colors of this new piece with the rust. Absolutely stunning when it is done. hugs

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  41. Mary Ann TateNovember 22, 2011 at 6:51 AM

    Absolutely stunning...such a wonderful face:)

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  42. maddyroseNovember 22, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    She's breath taking and the colors are beautiful. I doubt you could create a doll I wouldn't find amazingly beautiful.

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  43. AnitaNovember 22, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    Wow, another amazing sculpture...I love rust and try to incorporate into things I make when I can. This is brilliant.

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  44. Vicki PetticordNovember 22, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Congrats on 500 followers! I love checking in and seeing what your up to now.
    Vicki

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  45. merrijaneNovember 22, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    Wow, love the colours and the face is particularly beautiful! Congratulations on reaching 500 followers Susie and don't thank us, WE THANK YOU - for allowing us into your world, sharing your art and providing such inspiration !!

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  46. UnknownNovember 22, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    She looks as if she has sprung from the earth....I'd be so happy to be the winner of the giveaway!

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  47. Billies PrimitivesNovember 22, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    I love all your dolls, Excellent artist !!!!! I have 20 followers now, and would love to have 500 !! so I would love to win your giveaway because I know I would love anything you made......

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  48. cecieNovember 22, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    Your work is always amazing. So rich in color, full of depth and soul. Just LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your creations!

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  49. Judi W.November 22, 2011 at 11:36 PM

    Absolutely amazing, as always !!

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  50. Trudie AverettNovember 23, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    It is a privilege to follow your blog and enjoy the work of your hands.

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  51. Shauna HenryNovember 23, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    Congrats on making it to 500! Your work is always such an inspiration. I look forward to seeing what you create in the future!

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  52. Karen MalloryNovember 24, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    Your new doll is fabulous as are all your dolls! Would be so fun to win one of your designs!!
    hugs Karen

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  53. ParkadgeNovember 25, 2011 at 2:48 AM

    The materials used and the expression you captured lend this piece a real air of melancholy

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  54. DarleneNovember 25, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    Susie, you are an amazing artist, she is magnificent, I would love to have one of your art pieces. Congrats on 500follower. Thanks for giving us the opportunity to win one of your art pieces.
    Darlene Leonard (Enchanted Legacy LLC)

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  55. Shari ReplogleNovember 25, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    Congratulations on 500 followers . She is gorgeous .
    I would love to be included in one of your giveaways :)
    ~Shari

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  56. FairiesNestNovember 25, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    Wow, beautiful piece. I love seeing you explore new ideas in your art...well done! (and I'd LOVE to be entered in your drawing of course!)

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  57. Susie McMahonNovember 25, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    This one's for Shirley Walker who is having trouble signing in to leave a comment.
    Shirley wrote:
    "Thanks for sharing your innovating, gorgeous art."

    Thanks Shirley and thanks to everyone for all your supportive comments so far.

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  58. maijaNovember 26, 2011 at 3:44 AM

    AMAZING!!!!

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  59. AtticbabysNovember 26, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    I'd love to win anything your magical fingers created Susie!!!
    Thanks!!!!!!!
    xoxo,
    Nancy

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  60. PamNovember 26, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    Beautiful piece and the title is perfect!

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  61. FranNovember 27, 2011 at 1:55 AM

    Congratulations on 500 followers,
    Fran

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  62. BeadbugbitNovember 27, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    wonderful piece. I love the depth of shadowing and the fabric grain. I am envious of your garden, as we had too many hot days for plants to thrive so mine mainly burned up.

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  63. SueNovember 27, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    Congratulations! It's a treat to be able to see your work, it's so unique.

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  64. Tami @ Lemon Tree TalesNovember 28, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    Congratulations on 500 followers Susie! Your work is always so amazing that it's no wonder that so many want to come over here to visit. I know that I'm always oohing and aahing over your latest and greatest creations.

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  65. CarlaNovember 28, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    Congrats Sue on your 500. I love all your dolls. Would love to have another. :)

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  66. Connie TurnerNovember 29, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    You're work shows excellent craftmanship and artistic vision. At first glance I thought the textured pieces on the torso were tree bark. Interesting piece very beautiful.

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  67. DianneNovember 30, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    I love your work and would love to win the giveaway. Congratulations on reaching 500 followers!

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  68. DianneNovember 30, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    I linked to your page here: http://susiemcmahondolls.blogspot.com/2011/11/celebrate-with-me.html

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  69. Aimee JeffriesNovember 30, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    She's beautiful, I love the title :)

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  70. mycuriousteapartyNovember 30, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    Your work never ceases to inspire me.. Absolutly amazing.

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  71. SarahDecember 5, 2011 at 1:56 AM

    She looks so naturally earthy. What a beautiful unique gift you have.

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  72. Maminka Girl - Loribeth RobareDecember 6, 2011 at 6:30 AM

    your work is very inspirational..would love to win anything you have made.

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  73. kimberDecember 6, 2011 at 9:29 PM

    Dropping in to say hi and hope you enjoy your holiday! Also hoping I get picked...LOL!

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  74. EllieDecember 9, 2011 at 5:11 AM

    Congrats! I love your dolls Susie, they are wonderful creations!

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  75. joaniDecember 10, 2011 at 4:21 AM

    I love everything you do! I hope your holidays are joyous!

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