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Defining Yourself
It’s been almost two weeks since I’ve blogged and that’s due to sickness and one busy schedule. However, I have been desiring to share with you what’s been on my mind. The last week or so has been a week of visiting people from the past, family, new experiences and more. I’m going through a lot of change at work . . . some exciting changes and a new path. I had the lovely opportunity to catch up with a friend who I haven’t seen in over 10 years . . . who has grown into a beautiful young lady. As well, my daughter has had some fun and new…
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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…
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Do Not Fear
Well, things have been a bit quiet on the blogging front for good reason. These past couple weeks I had pneumonia and what a feat to get back on my feet but here I am! I wanted to share a recent project that was titled ‘Do Not Fear’. I’m wondering where are you on your journey . . . For me recently my work life and outside involves lots of newness. I’m learning so much but I’m also fighting off the fear and having to trust. I’m trusting that the road before me has taken a different direction but it’s going to be a good one! I’m trusting that although…
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Fave Crafts Best Blogger Project 2015 – Are You Up for Inspiration & a Vote?
I had the blessing of attending an awesome event at CHA the last several years that FaveCrafts hosted for creative bloggers. You may have seen a picture or two on Facebook of the event this past January. What fun! FaveCrafts does an awesome job and the manufacturer sponsors . . . so generous. Last year I was able to attend by my energy level from chemo was still on the brink. I didn’t participate in the Best Blogger Project 2014. This year . . . I’m popping up for some air . . . literally as I was told today by the doctor that I have pneumonia. Better than cancer I…
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Beauty Behind the Lens
I am a native Southern Californian. While my husband was born in Minnesota and daughter in Florida . . . they too love the sea. The beach is one of our favorite family outings! It brings fun, serenity, memories and so much more. People flock from all over the world to wade on the shores of Southern California and we have the blessing of it being in our backyard. Some locals will know some of these sights but if you ever come to Sunny So Cal. (thinking about our Midwest friends as they get snow), you’ll enjoy these sights as well I believe. Balboa Bar We saw a flyer with…
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Being a Fanatic!
I’ve been doing a lot of thinking about being a ‘fanatic!’ What’s a fanatic? fa·nat·ic fəˈnadik/ noun 1. a person filled with excessive and single-minded zeal, especially for an extreme religious or political cause. synonyms: zealot, dogmatist, devotee, adherent; adjective 1. filled with or expressing excessive zeal. I think really you can be a fanatic for anything. I was listening to a song on the radio called talking about not being ashamed for being ‘on fire’ about your faith. This is so true. While each of us have a choice, I can still be sold out. I have friends from all walks of life but I do want to be authentic to me…
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Art Journaling, Artsy Adventures (Outings, Flea Marketing and More), Mixed Media, Thoughts, Uncategorized
A Mini Class, Laughter and Good Health
Recently, I had the opportunity to spend some creative time with some of my dearest friends. It was impromptu and the special time we had priceless. When we get together sometimes I enjoy challenging or teaching them a mixed media or art journaling technique new to them. I had packed three erasers and some stamp carving tools. Each of them created the cutest stamp individual to them and which shared their personality. Tanya carved a bird, Sylvia a paintbrush and Mary a cool abstract shape. I wanted to remember our mini class, the laughs and the blessing of these lovely ladies. These times are so good for the soul! Thus,…
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My Favorite Things Stencils ~ A Review and some Thoughts
A while ago I was asked to review stencils from MFT Stamps. As you know, I love stencils . . . what mixed media gal wouldn’t. So here are some honest thoughts about My Favorite Things stencils. Here are some images where I used the stencils. Please see below the photos some tips and a review. I found some fun patterns and had difficulty choosing just five. Find them here. One of my favorites I was sent was ‘Jumbled Letters’. There are some great patterns to choose from. While I love the variety, I think it would be fun to see some randomness in the stencils. Ie. Crooked hearts, not…
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Right Here, Right Now Monday – Making a Choice Before the Storm
I found this in my drafts and thought it so appropriate as the East Coast of the U.S. is preparing for a historic snow storm. Thinking of all who will be affected. If you fancy, grab a cup of coffee or tea and enjoy the read. I hope what was on my heart encourages you today . . . or another day when the storm comes for you. It will come. I have always been impressed with people that prepare. We live in a world where quite often we live for today and don’t plan for tomorrow. Some people are good at financial planning, others not so much. Some are…
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Upscaled IKEA RIT Dyed Throw
I love some of the collections at IKEA. Do you have an IKEA near you? But often you may find something you love but it doesn’t fit your color scheme. RIT dye to the rescue! I can’t remember when I didn’t use RIT dye in my home. A beautiful Ofelia throw from IKEA for $19.99, a bottle of RIT for $5.33 (Hobby Lobby has it cheaper) and some water you have yourself an upscaled lovely throw for your home. I shared in the RIT Studio. Have you ever visited? Have an idea to share? A great place to do so. I have some other ideas I’m itching to get to. At CHA they had dye…
