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• Encircle Me

  

  I never seem to have enough time to blog the way I want to and find time to create as well as all the other jobs I do as an individual artist/designer. Read more

  Posted on 07 March 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• “Welcome Spring” Burlap Banner

  

  You know I love playing with burlap and canvas.  Canvas Corp challenged us to create something with a Spring theme this month. Read more

  Posted on 01 March 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Prima Bead “Shades of Grey” Toggle Bracelet

  

  Our Prima Bead Challenge this month was to use one of their Toggle Bracelets as an inspiration piece. I loved this combination of grey beads, so I created a... Read more

  Posted on 27 February 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Sunshine Tangelo iPhone Canvas Bag

  

  My daughter hates going out with a big purse and I’m always griping at her for putting her phone in her pockets instead of carrying a smaller bag when she’s... Read more

  Posted on 31 January 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• New Studio & Gallery Space

  

  At the end of last summer, I was able to share about the new studio & gallery space I was sharing with friends when we were Setting up Studio #309. Read more

  Posted on 24 January 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• CHA Banners of Hope

  

  I am thrilled to be participating with the Banners of Hope project sponsored by CHA Fabric Arts Council and Charity Wings Art Center. Read more

  Posted on 08 January 2014 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• She Danced … with Ann Butler Designs–Blog Hop

  

  Ann Butler has released a new set of EZ-De’s Stamp Line with kellycraft and to celebrate, she is hosting a Blog Hop Party. I was thrilled to be invited. Read more

  Posted on 20 December 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Bob Ross Paintings and Certification

  

  I had such a great time taking Bob Ross Certified Instructor class LI.  I still need to complete two more sessions to be a certified Bob Ross Instructor. Read more

  Posted on 19 December 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Salt Water Cure Mixed Media Canvas

  

  What do you do with the leftover paint on your palette when you finish one project?  We are all trying to be frugal and get the most out of our products as... Read more

  Posted on 12 December 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Paper Cone Holiday Wreaths

  

  I finally made paper cone wreaths and adore how these came out.  I made a few of these to sell at my downtown studio and at the Farmer’s Market and they seem... Read more

  Posted on 09 December 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• I’m Going to Paint “Happy Trees”

  

  Do you remember the oil painting landscape I painted at CHA last year and shared with you as One of My Personal Highlights of CHA? Read more

  Posted on 02 December 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Another Project as Featured Artist with Amazing Mold Putty

  

  I made this little jar using Amazing Mold Putty and Amazing Clear Cast. Come see how for my last post as an Amazing Featured Artist over at the Amazing Mold... Read more

  Posted on 29 November 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Half-Finger Crochet Gloves

  

  I finally finished the half-finger crochet gloves that I was working on for the beaded stitch holder on my Surprisingly Simple Project to Save your Needlework? Read more

  Posted on 26 November 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• I’m Molding into a Featured Artist at Amazing Mold Putty

  

  I’m proud to be the Featured Artist at Amazing Mold Putty Blog this month. I have a great project to share there today using Amazing Mold Rubber and a favorite... Read more

  Posted on 22 November 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Wait! I Lost My Place Again! Surprisingly Simple Project to Save Your Needlework

  

  Have you found yourself knitting or crocheting in the round and suddenly lost where the beginning of the row should start?   I did while crocheting these... Read more

  Posted on 19 November 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Burlap & Ribbon Wine Bag

  

  If you remember my earlier Quick N Easy Prima Bead Hostess Gift project, I have another super quick and easy DIY project to share today that helps wrap that... Read more

  Posted on 16 November 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Beaded Knitted Scarf

  

  I decided I wanted to learn to knit.  I’ve tried a few times, but apparently didn’t get the hang of it.   A good friend of mine and fellow artist, Debi Crouse,... Read more

  Posted on 15 November 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Hand-Made Painted Christmas Stocking

  

  It is finally time for the 5th Annual Christmas Love Campaign with Susan K Weckesser Inc. This is such a special cause and I hope you will take part with us thi... Read more

  Posted on 07 November 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Canvas Corp Everyday Gal Tote

  

  Some of us collect shoes, I have a passion for bags and totes.  Here is an everyday tote bag I created using a tote from Canvas Corp. Read more

  Posted on 01 November 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Start of Aruba Impressions

  

  OK, so you know I’m terrible about blogging and for some reason I don’t ever put my paintings on my blog.  Don’t even have a good excuse. Read more

  Posted on 22 October 2013 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME