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artbymia

artbymia
Original Member
Last Online: July 2, 2009
Birthday: August 30
Country: USA
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Things I Love

Things I love: Red heads (I am a natural :)! El virgin de Guadalupe, Dia de los Muertos, Halloween, glitter, skulls/skeletons, Religious Art and Icons, Virgin Mary stuff, Monster dolls, Punk Rock tees, cute & funky socks, Vintage & decorative hankies, anything Geisha, I am always on the prowl for Cool and Unusual Religious type Embellishments for Collages, Art trading cards, Jewelry, etc. Hand bags, Tote Bags and Chintzy Purses make me tingle. Ethnic decorations, worldly trinkets, Beaded jewelry, Mystical trinkets, Tarot & Mythology. The Beach, Seashells, Palm Trees, Coconuts, & Higueras bring me home. Dollar stores, Yard Sales, Flea Markets and Thrift shops rock my socks!

Frida, Frida, Frida... Yes i am a FAN!

What Rocks?

Hand made crafts, Mexican Folk art, Pow Wows, Street Fairs, BOTANICAS, Retablo, Shrines, Rhinestones, Crystals, GLITTER, Loteria, Bingo, Stamps, Bibles, srap book items, colors, colors colors, I love color!

Frida Khalo, Dia de los Muertos, Calaveras, everything Puerto Rico!, Cultural Crafts, Middle Eastern decor, Contemporary Art, Altered Arte and Religious crafts!

Skulls, Skulls and Skulls, Living dead Dolls, I LOVE LUCY!!!!She Rocks! oh Ricky Honey!

Favorite Hobbies:

Painting, crafts, jewelry making, drawing, traveling, eating, drinking, dancing, writing, reading, partying, the gym and of course getting all dolled up for a girl's night out! Shrine Making, Diorama, Mixed Media & Paper Collage’s, Doll making, Crocheting, Puff Paint, Rhinestones, Jewelry Making with salvaged and vintage beads and pieces.

Things I Collect:

I'm a collector who loves to thrift store shop. Give me an estate sale, garage sale, tag sale, auction or flea market & I'm in heaven! You know what they say…One mans Trash is another mans Treasure! I collect: Vintage Picture Frames of all sizes, Vintage Clothing & Jewelry, ATCs, Quirky or Pretty Old Photographs, and Cultural & Religious Art. Rare Dolls from around the world from Horror to pretty porcelain and embellished scarves and Shawls.

Things I Enjoy:

I Enjoy: Painting, Photography, crafting, Baking and Cooking, Chocolates & Cupcakes, popcorn, Reading & Writing,Long Walks, Chick Flicks, Reality T.V. That's right i said reality TV, Documentaries, Independent Films, Foreign Films and Horror Movies (BOO). Laughing, Crying, Reciting, Volunteering and Sharing are just some of the things that keep grounded.

Things i don't like

Eggplant, raw clams YUK!, coffee, rootbeer, Patchwork clothes, Stripes, big floppy hats, sports, Real bugs, frogs, country music, sugarfree anything, subtitles, Sci-Fi movies, Star Wars, Star Trek and the likes of, sorry but i just can't.

Swap bot FAKES / FLAKES and PHONIES!!! if your intention is not good BACK OFF!

About Me

I truly enjoy being a part of swap-bot and seeing all the creative things people come up with. They are all inspiring and truly unique in their own way. I also like to recieve feedback, messages and comments regarding the swap pieces i send out and always make sure to send comments and feedback to all my partners. So please be considerate and do the same. :) :)

Oh and ....

I also like Incense, oils, herbs, Rubber stamps, Sanrio anything, flowers,Polymer clay, Shabby Chic, anything about redheads, tropical plants, pearls, leather and headscarfs. Oh and yes lace :) yes a little something kinkalicious :)

Ratings

ColorInFusion rated for Loteria Shrine on Jan 27, 2009
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Comment: I hate to rate like this, but I have not received this swap and it is almost 2 months since the send by date. This was my first shrine swap and I was very excited especially when I saw you were my partner. I am extremely disappointed. I will gladly rerate when I receive the shrine.
5
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Comment: Your Shrine hecka Rocks! Sorry for the delay in rating you, my internet time has been sporadic! Besos, and Merry Christmas! Yoli
mlparlee rated for handmade Frida jewelry on Dec 10, 2008
5
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Comment: I love the necklace and the little skull beads. It's fabulous. Thank you so much.
Response: Glad you like it!!!!
crochetjunkie rated for Cool Cranium Skull Swap! on Dec 9, 2008
5
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Comment: Thanks for the glittery Madonna postcard.
5
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Comment: Thank you for the lovely card. It has a place of honor above my monitor. :-)
5
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bobilani rated for Dia De Los Muertos ATCs on Nov 8, 2008
5
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Comment: Thank you so much for the awesome ATCs!!! And thank you for the extras too - cool stuff!! :)
marymoon22 rated for Halloween ATC Swap on Oct 14, 2008
5
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Kathleen rated for Halloween ATC Swap on Oct 14, 2008
5
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Comment: I love cards, all the bold fall colours are great, and the way you used the glitter to creat accents is fantastic. And thanks so much for the stickers, too. :D
Response: Glad you like it Kathleen. Thanks for the heart and Happy Halloween.
mickeymoosies rated for Something Frida on Sep 9, 2008
5
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Comment: thank you for the lovely box. The paintings are extra special. They sit on my dresser as we speak!
Response: Glad you like it.
SooticasDream rated for Goddess-matchbox-shrine on Sep 7, 2008
5
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Comment: Thank you for such a BEAUTIFUL shrine! It's stunning! ^___^
Response: you are very welcome. I almost kept it for myself. Post a pic on the gallery for all to see.
cakebomb rated for Mermaid ATC Swap on Sep 6, 2008
5
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Comment: What a beautiful card! This is one of my favorite ATCs I've received so far. Thanks so much for the extras also, they'll come in handy for sure.
Response: I had a great time making it. Glad you like it, the extras are always a special surprise. Post a pic on the gallery.
RogueArtist rated for Goddess ATCs on Aug 8, 2008
5
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Comment: thank you!
5
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Comment: Aye Dios Mio!!! Just got my mail today after vacation....and got my BEAUTIFUL, whimsy jar!! This was amazing! You could have sent it empty and i would have been thrilled with the jar alone!! I love the Milagros, the Virgen de Guadalupe votive candle is awesome, my kids loved the dulces, todas las cositas!!!! Muchas Gracias! THank You! You did a great job!
Response: And that is what Swap Bot is all about. Hearing the happy sound of a satisfied swapper. I had a great time making it and this was my very first Wimsy.
Fridafan rated for Happy Buddha ATC Swap on Jul 21, 2008
3
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Comment: Mia. Thank you for the Happy Buddah atc's. I cannot rate you with a 5 since this was over 2 months late. I thank you for the extras
Response: The package went out late. Please change rating once you recieve the package. I apologize and added lots of extras to make up for the lateness.
candyn rated for Goddess ATCs on Jul 7, 2008
5
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Comment: You're a talented artist. Lovely cards and extras. The information on the goddesses was a very nice touch. Thank you!
Response: Glad you liked them. I love making ATC's now and would love to do more.
5
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Comment: Thanks for all the extra goodies!
Response: Glad you like it. Thanks for the nice rating.
indygirl rated for Jumbo Christian Matchbox Swap on Apr 7, 2008
5
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Comment: After much confusion and lost packages, your beautiful Christian shrine to St. Philomena arrived safe and sound today. It is lovely. I especially appreciate your inclusion of the history of this wonderful saint. Thanks Mia! many blessings to you. - Indygirl
Response: YIPPPEEEE!!!! Enjoy and many blessings.
5
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Comment: Hi Mia: I rated you a five because you met the requirements. I would have rather gotten a piece of your artwork (its beautiful)tucked in the tube. I think you really did rush this one. But thank you for finally getting it to me. I hate to give no sends. K3
Response: Thank you for understqanding and for the nice rating.

Rating Overview

Overall Hearts Stars  
4.8077 34 1  
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Comments

Alphenstamp on Sep 26, 2009:

Due to the fact that your rating is below the group rules, I will remove you from the Viva la Frida group. You are always welcome again if you have a rating of 4.9. Thanks.

CraftySenorita on Feb 27, 2009:

Hello~ You are invited to join my "Goddess ATC" swap.

me

here ---> http://www.swap-bot.com/swap/show/31798

cupcakechica on Jan 2, 2009:

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stacirose on Dec 30, 2008:

HAVE A WONDERFUL NEW YEAR!

NEW YEAR

©2008 Staci Rose. All rights reserved.

missxpistol on Dec 10, 2008:

sent your cranium make-up out yesterday. :)

jukejan on Nov 30, 2008:

Hi! Has my little chalupa made it to you for the Loteria Shrine? Sent out 11/17 .

stacirose on Oct 2, 2008:

Hi there! Please visit my new swap!

Cool Cranium Skull Swap!

http://www.swap-bot.com/swap/show/22800

(You've created some of the best skulls I've ever received or seen the likes of!!!) :D

stacirose on Sep 12, 2008:

Professional Artist Group has 2 new swaps! Check them out and sign up! :)

*  The Gift of Art:

http://www.swap-bot.com/swap/show/21523

* Supplies Swap:

http://www.swap-bot.com/swap/show/21524

lunagoddesswithin on Feb 20, 2008:

Oh I know, things have been crazy recently & before I knew it I was late! Sorry again, and thanks for rating me nicely anyway. =)

SacredYoli on Jan 11, 2008:

Hey Loca, I just started a swap, please join and tell your homegirls!

http://www.swap-bot.com/swap/show/10615

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