Art
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Be You. Bravely
It’s been a while since my last post and for good reason. I returned from Idaho and an amazing Brave Girl University teacher retreat. Shortly after that on a Sunday night, I began to experience some internal bleeding and a lot of pain. It landed me in the hospital for three days with ulcers and then rest for an additional four days after that. So I’ve been a little MIA but I’ve been doing some extra resting and returning to normal. I wanted to share a few thoughts on Being You . . . Bravely. I’ve been thinking on this often. As many of you know, I have a teenage…
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DIY Decor Facelift ~ Using Your Stash
I had a bit of down time today and chose to finally finish a couple projects. This little metal sign was given to me with love. It was darling and had some rust (which I don’t mind). IT read, ‘Welcome to my Cottage.’ I wanted to make it more of a we sign. i love using things I have on hand and left over metal, fabric and chipboard letters are plentiful in my stash. Just a quick idea to freshen things up. Paint over a sign or canvas that needs some refreshment and use your stash. Here was the result.
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A Sketch A Day, Keeping Stress Away
About a year ago as I showed up for my oncology and surgical checkups and noticed my blood pressure inching it’s way higher. When we had a mandatory wellness check at work my blood pressure was extremely high and they sent me to my doctor. My ticker was good but bp wasn’t. That explained the headaches too. I’ve taken some steps to bring that bp down. I’m sure weight was sone to do with it but stress from the last three years (personally and physically) is also a major culprit. One thing I am trying to make a habit of is doing is create each day which seems to really relax me. I had participated in a…
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Move Forward Despite Doubt
I want to take a moment to encourage you! Last year I was encouraged by a friend to participate in a fun journey called Sketchbook West. Las Laguna Gallery in Laguna Beach was hosting the event. After such a time, we wrapped up our sketchbooks and were asked to submit larger pieces inspired by our books for an exhibit. A jury would select pieces that would be housed for in the exhibit for the whole month. I submitted two pieces and they were both chosen. I actually didn’t feel extremely satisfied with the pieces and didn’t consider them the best work I had ever done, was a bit intimidated but I submitted nonetheless.…
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Art Journaling, Artsy Adventures (Outings, Flea Marketing and More), Life, Mixed Media, Sketching, Uncategorized
Up to Something Artsy
It’s been a while since I’ve blogged. One I was fighting off that nasty winter cold, family was in town for the holidays, boat parades, birthdays (my daughter turned 17 and my niece 2), and lots of other activities in between. But I’ve also got some fun artsy news. I had a friend reach out to me and ask if I was interested in participating in a project called Sketchbook West. Las Laguna Art Gallery in Laguna Beach hosted this fun project in 2015. In our sketchbook we’d sketch, paint, and create in our smallish book. From there we took some of the inspiration from our books and created larger pieces. CHosea…
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Identity ~ As We Enter a New Year
As I had a little quiet time this morning, I was thinking about entering the New Year and how important it is to remember my identity. I don’t mean my name, where I was born, etc. but rather who I am – deeply rooted who I am. Some things that came to mind and apply to you as well is that you are loved, cherished, unique, have purpose that only you can fulfill. You have the ability to have an impact, are valuable (no matter where you’ve been or what you’ve done, the mistakes you’ve made). For me my faith plays an absolute role in who I am. Because I am a…
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Vintage Blog Hop – Hark the Herald Angels Sing
Michelle from Vintage Street Market put together a fun little mini vintage blog hop. Check out inspiration posted earlier this week with the details. Vintage Christmas Advent Calendar One of my favorite themes around the house for the holidays and a great Christmas carol is ‘Hark the Herald Angels Sing.’ I have friends who celebrate this season in many different ways, but for my family and I we celebrate CHRISTmas. The Christmas story involves a lot of beautiful messengers called ‘angels’ who share ‘tidings of comfort and joy.’ So I thought I’d do a little tour of decor which involves a lot of angels. As well, I’d like to share a…
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The Beauty of ‘You’ness
I love that there are no two people alike that roam this earth! That is an amazing fact. Even identical twins will not have the same exact experience. Each of us have a unique purpose as well that no one else can fulfill. Each of you have special and unique characteristics, personalities and perspectives! I recently created a custom angel for a beautiful red-headed girl with blue eyes. She is a doll. Below are a few photos of the piece. I wanted to encourage you to think about how your ‘you’niqueness and how special you are. Below is a great art journaling prompt or just take a few minutes and enjoy…
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Art Journaling, Artsy Adventures (Outings, Flea Marketing and More), Mixed Media, Tutorials and How to's
It’s a Crafting Holiday
Yes, for those who enjoy arts and crafts . . . this coming Saturday is like a national holiday. Saturday represents the Superbowl of Crafting . . . National Scrapbook Day . . . always the first Saturday in May. But some local stores and venues . . . festivities will even start the night before (Friday) and they go all throughout the weekend. I’ll be spending Saturday with dear friends creating away but wanted to leave a little tutorial for you. It’s a mixed media card I created using a finger painting technique to create clouds. The card is simple, quick and could be used for an assortment of occasions. Here’s what I used and what…
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FiskaFriends Power of Community Blog Hop 2015 ~ Simple Artsy Butterfly Wall-Hanging
Welcome to the first official Fisk-a-friends Blog Hop. Fun is around the corner. Here are a little housekeeping tips for the Blog Hop. The Fisk-a-friends Blog Hop begins officially at March 27 at 6 p.m. (Pacific Time). For complete Blog Hop rules please click here. On Fisk-a-friend blog hop you are sure to find some wonderful ideas pertaining to crafting, scrapbooking, art and mixed media. Jean Bullock has done an amazing job organizing sponsors (thank you sponsors and Jean), you are in for a treat! A great giveaways! If you would like to be eligible for the sponsor giveaway drawing, start at the Fiskafriends blog here and follow instructions. I’ll also be doing a personal…
