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Life, Nature, Thoughts

Keep It Positive – Do You Know Downscrolling?

August 19, 2024 /

Recently I learned a new word ~ Downscrolling. It was used as a reference to negative or triggering content on line and on social media platforms. I loved the tips that this article gave, and thought I’d paraphrase a few for you and hope to give your day an upward swing. Staying positive is so needed in this unpredictable world. It’s so important because being in a negative place (including online and in your mind) can cause anxiety, numbness, stress, health issues and more. So important. I’m wishing all a beautiful week. I hope you have an opportunity to do at least one, if not all of the things listed…

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Life, Nature, Thoughts

A Word Found Me

January 13, 2024 /

Many enter the new year and choose a word that speaks to them, that holds promises for the new year, or represents something they want to accomplish. There are a ton of other reasons they chose their word. This year I thought about choosing a word, but one just didn’t come to mind easily, until . . . A word found me. I started seeing a thread. First, I have tea very often throughout the day and use my favorite sweetener. See below. When I ran out of one bottle, I started to put it on my shopping list, but realized I had an extra I had purchased. Then I…

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Artsy Adventures (Outings, Flea Marketing and More), Food, Life, Nature, The Homestead, Thoughts

Enjoy the Beauty Close to Home

August 8, 2022 /

Recently, my hubby and I headed to the beach early one Saturday morning. Of course we love the beach. I grew up in Sunny Southern California and remember my first Boogie board, meeting friends at the beach, family dinners at the Spaghetti Factory in Newport, the Fun Zone at Balboa, Balboa bars, skating, flying a kite, sailing at least 2-3x a week during high school, and more. My husband has lived in California now for several years and enjoys the beach as well. He enjoys walking the shores, early morning quiet, fishing, and more. With that being said, we headed down to Newport. If you’ve never been to Dory’s Landing,…

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Art, Art Journaling, Crafts, Creative, Fashion, Gel Press Creations, Mixed Media, Nature

Benefits of Calming ‘Indigo’ Blue

April 19, 2021 /

Oh the calm of blue. My recent Indigo blue dying adventures and some thoughts on the psychology of blue.

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Art, Crafts, Creative, Life, Mixed Media, Nature, Sketching

Artwork & All Kinds of Amazing Goods

March 31, 2021 /

So recently I drew and painted a little ‘Some Bunny Special’ as well as a Springtime Whale. I posted it and some friends were interested in having their own copy. You can find those little painted precious creatures HERE. So . . . I did a thing. This is a total work in progress, but I thought I’d share with you, that I opened up a Society6 storefront. Basically, I’ve uploaded some of my artwork and Society6 offers that artwork on many different items from stainless steel water bottles, apparel, bedding, furniture, coasters, notebooks, stationary, mugs, and so much more. Below are just a few items available available at the…

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Art, Art Journaling, Crafts, Creative, Gel Press Creations, Mixed Media, Nature, Sketching

Recent Collage Fodder – Make Your Own

March 21, 2021 /

Creating Collage Fodder for future use encourages a daily practice of creating. Often you can use what you have and you're creating beautiful bits for future projects. Check out my most recent fodder. I'm hoping it will encourage you to make your own.

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Art, Crafts, Creative, Gel Press Creations, Life, Mixed Media, Nature, The Homestead, Thoughts

The Beauty of Your Hometown and Area

February 1, 2021 /

What's unique about your hometown or area? I created a gel press print that reminds me of the beach, cool wind blowing in my hair during the winter time, and the beautiful flora and fauna. How about you? What's special about where you live?

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Art, Creative, Gel Press Creations, Life, Mixed Media, Nature, Thoughts

California Dream’in Gel Press Print & Inspiration

October 17, 2020 /

California Dream'in - Inspiration for Gel Press Printing. Soaking in the sunshine and being inspired as I create on my Gel Press plate.

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Art, Creative, Gel Press Creations, Life, Mixed Media, Nature

You Can Change The World ~ Gel Press Fall Card

October 14, 2020 /

You Can Change the World - Fall Card using the Gel Press Plate

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Art, Art Journaling, Creative, Life, Mixed Media, Nature, The Homestead, Thoughts

Using Recyclables In Your Art

June 28, 2020 /

The below art journaling page is made from scraps and some paint. I am always picking up things off the ground that have rusty goodness or a look of old to them. I’m always keeping an eye out for things that have had a prior life or purpose and using them in art. I make sure I clean my hands and the item after collecting it, but recycling, or ‘upcycling’ is something can be fun and make your pages unique. I’m thinking more art journal here, but below are some items you could upcycle; Some things I’ve collected along the way and used include; Metal pieces that are rusty (can…

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