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Sunday, January 12, 2014

Sunday Sketches


It's been a few days since arriving home from London and we're slowly settling back in to the daily routine of life in a quaint, little town of Colorado.  It was wonderful getting to travel abroad for the first time, meeting Michael's family and spending some time on our own to celebrate our new life together.  Do I miss London?  You betcha!  However, it's nice to be home, spending time with our family and friends.

The illustration above was inspired by our lovely and exquisite time at The Ritz in London, where we had Christmas Tea.  There was beauty all around - from the holiday decorations, to the china, to the the ladies strolling through in gorgeous gowns and dresses.  My evening with Mr. Toast was all a girl could ever hope and dream for!

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24 comments:

  1. AnonymousJanuary 11, 2014 6:42 PM

    beautiful dress, oo la la!!!

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  2. Serena LewisJanuary 11, 2014 6:44 PM

    Lovely sketch, Alexandra! I'm glad you had such a lovely time abroad, apart from the sickness part, of course. :)

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  3. Jane Lazenby ~ ArtistJanuary 11, 2014 9:15 PM

    I love your lady and her beautiful dress. Still love to hear memories of your trip as a married woman!! have a great week!!! Love, Jane

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  4. UnknownJanuary 11, 2014 10:30 PM

    oh I love the sweet lady and her pretty dress!!! wonderful work Alex!!!

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  5. ChristineJanuary 11, 2014 11:03 PM

    Oh this is so pretty Alexandra!

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  6. AM ZafaranJanuary 12, 2014 12:33 AM

    Lovely lady in blue gown!
    Lots of good wishes,
    Zafaran.

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  7. GalleryJuanaJanuary 12, 2014 2:16 AM

    Wow what a time that must have been at the Ritz for christmas tea! I enjoyed the photos and write up on it:) And your painting is a lovely way to remember it. Hope you're feeling better.

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  8. Anne MandaJanuary 12, 2014 4:06 AM

    Beautiful dress Alexandra! <3 Christmas tea sound wonderful, so glad you got to experience that!

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  9. Jenn JilksJanuary 12, 2014 5:36 AM

    You are inspiring!

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  10. SirkkaJanuary 12, 2014 5:46 AM

    It is a pleasure to look at beautiful dresses. Wow, your sketch is wonderful!

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  11. GinnyJanuary 12, 2014 8:15 AM

    Your lady is beautiful. I can just imagine how exciting your night must have been. I am glad that you are home and feeling better. I know that your wonderful memories of a special time in London will stay with you forever.

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  12. jywheelerJanuary 12, 2014 8:21 AM

    Well welcome back home...I love the illustration....blue is my favorite color! :)

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  13. HelenJanuary 12, 2014 8:51 AM

    Beautiful sketch and I can imagine her being in The Ritz. Happy SS Alexandra. Hope you are having a lovely day with your husband. xx

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  14. katJanuary 12, 2014 9:29 AM

    What a beautiful dress! So happy you had a wonderful time, some very special moments I'm sure!

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  15. WrightStuffJanuary 12, 2014 11:41 AM

    I had afternoon tea at the Ritz once - I remember it as a beautiful experience and one that also filled you up for the rest of the day! Did you wear a beautiful dress like this one I wonder and then take a little waltz on the dance floor with Mr Toast?

    I'm still fighting this cold. Felt ill for over a week. It's still in my sinuses... Grrr..... need to get rid!

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  16. MichellemJanuary 12, 2014 12:53 PM

    She looks beautiful in her fancy dress! Glad you had such a nice time with Mr. Toast!

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  17. ArielJanuary 12, 2014 1:20 PM

    Such a beautiful gown. This blue shade is one of my favorites.

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  18. Lisabella RussoJanuary 12, 2014 2:24 PM

    What a wonderful piece, I love her blue dress! I am glad you and Mr. Toast had such a magical adventure.

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  19. poppylockeJanuary 12, 2014 3:26 PM

    Wow.. Christmas Tea at the Ritz?! :D Amazing.. and what a beautiful dress to sip tea in :)

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  20. Karla B January 12, 2014 3:48 PM

    She is super beautiful!

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  21. JulieJanuary 12, 2014 4:33 PM

    Hi there!! I am brand new here at Sunday Sketches and a brand new follower. I am really excited to see everyone's art!

    Julie
    http://www.artworkbyjm.com/

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  22. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2014 7:42 PM

    Really a lovely sketch. Beautiful dress and color!

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  23. Magic Love CrowJanuary 12, 2014 8:14 PM

    Happy Sunday ;o) Very pretty dress ;o)

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  24. anopensketchbookJanuary 12, 2014 9:19 PM

    Sounds dreamy! And the dress is a perfect interpretation!

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