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bellazoo

bellazoo
Original Member
Last Online: September 3, 2012
Birthday: February 12, 1977
Country: South Africa
Our Boutique Design Studio :)

About Me

I am an illustrator, designer, photographer and run a boutique design studio. I enjoy all things beautiful hence the name "Bella". I am currently workign on a new range of plush toys i hope to launch them soon before the end of the year. I love supporting other crafters and artists.

I am married to a very talented designer (Michael) and think he is fricken awesome!

I own five extraordinary dogs...Indie, Dakota, Jessie, Roxy and Bentley. They sleep on their backs and think they are human.Then there is talented Samson my affection cat.

I am a bit of an activist for all living species. I just feel ppl should speak out and not be passive and think some one else will make a difference.

I don't like dishonest people and try to be considerate to everyone. I will never give a bad rating for no reason...so please don't worry if you had a problem sending your goodies too me late....its always good to keep in touch and explain your situation. I would appreciate the same kind of care even though nothing bad has happened yet (touch wood)

I am a fool for Vegetarian food hence my looove for Nutloaf.

I often avoid grownup grumble and much prefer to hangout with the kids.

Interests and inspiration

Sewing,Designer Plush Toys,Trees, Blythe Dolls, Amy Butler, Domo, Tortoro, Mushrooms (not the dodgy kind), Strawberries, Vintage toy patterns, Old Photographs, Bolt Jointed Dolls, Xbox, Playstation, Espressos, Cherry Chocolates, did I say Espressos, Oolong Tea, Vinyl,Toys,Tradition-Rich History and Ultramodern Technology,Baked Cheese Cake,Activism, Digital Design, Cheese, Environmental Issues,Mark Ryden, Brendan Monroe, Hillary Lang, Linda Bergkvist, Scandinavian Design, Bobby Chiu, Miyako Kanamori, Stanley Lau, Daniel Conway, Illustration, Cheese, Gnomes, Typography, Did I mention loads of Espresso's, Food & Cooking and Japanese Neo Culture, anything Vintage,packaging design, wooden designer toys, hello kitty and antiques are awesome!

Tv and Flix

TV: Fringe, Lost, Greys Anatomy, Private Practice, Mentalist, Lie to Me, The Good Wife, Vampire Diaries,Walking Dead .... Cities of the Underworld, Dog Whisperer, Dexter, Bones, The big bang theory, "poop" my dad says (yip there quite a few)

Flix: Perfume, The Fountain, The Village, Signs, The Prestige, Jane Eyre, There will be blood, The very long engagement, my neighbour totoro again so many I looove...:)

Dislikes

Any product made from dead animals or where the animal had to suffer, Traffic, Zoo's, Circuses, Headaches and being sick. :P

Favorite Crafts

ooo yay! I Love anything handmade, Fabric is a favorite, Felt too... Screen printed anything,Anything Kawaii, Amigurumi, Sewn stuff, Stuffies, Paper goods, Stationary, most handmade goodies!

Ratings

RainbowRose rated for Get your Needle Craft on AGAIN! on Feb 18, 2012
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Comment: Fabulous frog, sitting on my shelf, smiling at me. I adore the blue bowtie! Thank you so very much.
Response: so glad u like him...! keep crafting on!!! xoxox
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Comment: Love those extra large fabric squares! Have the perfect quilt top to add them to. Being old myself I like old things, often I also feel discontinued. My friends & family tell me that's what makes us more valueable, I say, that's why they want to throw us out the back door. In any case, thank you so much for the beautiful fabric squares! Shalom (Peace)
Response: So glad you love them! haha funny girl!
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Comment: It took me a while to figure out what swap your awesome package of fabric was from - you didn't say anything in your note. I am stunned at the beautiful pieces of lovely fabric you sent. They will look amazing in the International quilt that I am making. Thank you so much for a truly generous swap. You deserve a ton of hearts. I thoroughly enjoyed the nougat bar very much - haven't had one of those in years and yours was the best I have ever tasted. Happy swapping in 2012
Response: Yay! So sorry about that i added my name and possibly forgot to mention the actual swap. I know it gets a bit much when we are part of so many swaps we literally have to write everything down...but so happy you loved the Nougat and the fabric! yay!
Pwackets rated for Simple Square Swap, Series Two #6 on Jan 9, 2012
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Comment: Thanks for the fabrics and nice note! So cool to get some out of print fabrics for my stash.
Response: Glad you are happy with them :) Thanks for rating! xoxo
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Comment: Thanks
Response: :) Thanks for the heart :)
LavenderLizard rated for Get ur Needle Craft on! on Dec 21, 2011
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Comment: What an absolutely delightful moustached dude you made for me! Thank you for a wonderful swap package; I will definitely enjoy this great stuffie!
Response: awe thank you for giving him a home! :D xoxox
MrSchiEvous rated for QUICK paper craft swap #39 on Nov 30, 2011
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Comment: Thanks for the sweet goodies! I especially loved the string, and cute kawaii styled smiley food stickers stuck on everything! This was worth the wait! :D
Response: Yeah sorry about the wait, Thats international post for you. But super happy you are happy, thanks for the heart :) xoox
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Comment: yay! thanks! I love your pic!
Response: awe ur a sweety! Thanks so much Mel!
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Comment: I really like your e-mail ^^
Response: thanks so much!
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Comment: Bacon & Banana?
Response: haha yeah! I still sometimes crave it haha!
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Comment: Very fun to read about you!
Response: thank you Sparklee!!!
inkognitoban rated for Vintage Objects Swap on Jun 23, 2009
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Comment: SO COOL!!!! THANK YOU for all of the treasures and the GREAT letter! TOTALLY above & beyond! ~crystal
Response: So glad yo u are happy!
Oread rated for $8 - $10 Swap on May 26, 2009
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Comment: Love both items you chose from my favourites... thanks so much!
Response: sorry i didn't even see i never responded to this oops..hehe well i am soo glad you liked it! Hope you are well!
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Comment: Thanks for the fantastic stuffie! A pretty pink mushroom! And the extras just made my day; if I could give you 8 stars, that wouldn't be enough!
Response: Awe! Thats so sweet. Hope you have much Plush Mush Goodness and Happy Swaps in the future!
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Comment: This was an extra special package with two handmade pillowcases and jewelry findings. Thank you so much!
Response: I am so glad u like them - i wanted to do so much more...thank you for being so kind! xoxox
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Comment: Thanks so much for the lovely apron! I really love it. The recipes look fabulous, too!
Response: I am so GLAD!!!! Let me know when you try the recipes!!
kraftytanya rated for "Half and Half" Fabric Swap on Mar 31, 2008
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Comment: 100 Hearts you really deserve not only a fantastic host but a great swapper too you done well my friend I just love the material and what luck I had just run out of silver thread when your package got here thank you so very very much I just love it all the red material is just beautiful (my fav lol) hugs xxxx
Response: Awe! Thanks Tanya!!!!Thanks for the rating!!!
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Comment: I love it! It is going to make a great addition to my collection and thank you for making my first international swap so exciting! I am going to visit your site right away. Happy Swapping!
Response: No No Thank you! I am so glad it got there so quick! It will always be one of my fav toys - It really came out well. I hope you have many fun swaps!
Cristina rated for International button swap on Mar 1, 2008
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Response: Thank you :)
mitbitna rated for Penpals International! #1 on Feb 8, 2008
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Comment: Well worth the wait! Thanks so much. Expect a letter in reply soon...
Response: Cant wait to hear from you!

Rating Overview

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5.0000 19 3  
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Comments

childofgod6610 on Feb 21, 2012:

Thank you so much for the cutest froggie ;) My daughter saw it as I opened it and has now taken over!!!! She loves him ;) Again thanks for "angeling" since the other fell thru ;( I would love to keep swapping with you!

Thanks, Melanie

JenDiggityDirt on Jul 8, 2009:

Herbivores rock! XOXO

dangducks on Dec 30, 2008:

Heya! I don't know if you have the time but, if you do and would like to, it'd be really neat to have you in this pushing daisies swap http://www.swap-bot.com/swap/show/28024

It's a little involved but I hope you'll join!

biasbabe on Dec 25, 2008:

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Happy Holidays

nadithings on Dec 20, 2008:

hi i have created a new Cupcake love group! Please Join!

Cupcake!!

aly on Oct 29, 2008:

Please come check out my Alice in Wonderland Lucky Parcel Swap

http://www.swap-bot.com/swap/show/24232

Kinderposht on Jul 10, 2008:

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Thanks for Being a member

dreamrains on Jul 10, 2008:

verymerryunbirthday

Come and Join the Very Merry Unbirthday swap for Alice in Wonderland's Elite!!

Kasasha on Jul 8, 2008:

Thanks for joining the Monsters! swap :-)

biasbabe on Feb 29, 2008:

Welcome to My Nuts for Sewing Group

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