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Friday, March 26, 2010

Visual Treats- Art Journaling

I can blame my friend Jamie Berry of http://www.jamieberry.com/ fame for the idea which got me into this art journal retrospective in the first place. He had posted a "Day in the Life" feature that i thought was a very cool idea. I started thinking about

what my life might look like in pictures, and while contemplating the new art journal I had started, i began paging through much older visual journals from 3 or 4 years back. It was really interesting to me to see how my ideas and thoughts had changed, and to remind myself of ideas that i still want to develop and explore.

So here it is, no major art, and certainly not edited, but a quick peek into the row of fat, painted, glued, punched, sewn and tied books which haunt the middle shelf in my studio. I find that this is my way of spilling my ideas out into the world, a melting pot of thoughts...

As for a "Day in the Life"-i'm still working on it :)

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Creating Unique Jewelry- Video from B'Sue of B'SuesBoutiques.com

A quick and interesting look at some jewelry techniques and introduction to creating unique pieces using beads, brass, etc.

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Monday, March 22, 2010

The Hair has it- At least for Today

I know, they say the eyes have it. But for me today, its all about hair. Specifically hair accessories made with some truly great vintage cabs. I have been on a creating binge lately and these are just some of the new spring line. Listed and ready to offer a pop of color or a little cheer after a long winter :)

Want to see a special flower or need multiples for a bridal or birthday party? Email me and I will see what I can do!

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Saturday, March 20, 2010

Inspired

While I haven't had time to post all the beauties from the last few days of creating a Thing a Day, i have found myself bubbling over with ideas for new pieces. Most of these will soon be in my shop, if they aren't already, while a few will be heading for Chicago and Necessary ExTravagance-

I have found the challenge of creating something every day has given me a real boost, creativity-wise, which is NOT what I expected :) I am going to continue doing it thru the end of the month, and then I guess we'll see... Hope you all are having a relaxing weekend :)

See the full gallery on posterous

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Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Great Teesha Moore Art Journaling Video

I thought it was really interesting watching some of the techniques that Teesha uses to begin her art journals.

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Monday, March 15, 2010

My Facebook Fan Giveaway

I am giving away this lovely bracelet to a random fan of my Facebook Page on Friday, March 19, 2010. I will be using randomizer.com to choose the winner, so become a fan and don’t miss out!

Handmade Weddings Guide

Having a wedding, in a wedding or just need a great gift for a wedding? Check out the IndieSpotting Handmade Weddings Guide! I so wish I had access to the great handmade items out there now for brides when I got married 10 years ago!

I definitely have bride envy :) And giving a handmade, one of a kind gift is a very special way to celebrate.