challenging myself…

:: 12 days of art :: 

I invite you along this artful journey… as I share 12 days of Christmas in an artful way. 

join us here

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-12 Days of Christmas - The focus of this challenge is to create something for the

first 12 Days of December, basing your theme on the Holiday season.

 During the duration of this challenge the goal is to share some "Christmas Cheer!"
Encouraging one another to share their family traditions, Holiday experiences, and gift one another with are unique talents.All levels of experience welcome. 

::day 1::

mik carton ornaments 

 First I created a milk carton template.

painted paper: splattered, stenciled, & doodled on card stock. 

 Added a touch of wash tape and  hand sewn top of cartons. 

Such a FUN art project!!

I know, these are not ordinary Holiday colors.

I can't help myself… it is hard to be "ordinary".

:: day 2 ::

jewelry wired ornaments 

This artful project was inspired by 

inkablinka.com

enjoy

Dreaming of Thanksgiving…

:: tablescapes :: 

Are you hosting Thanksgiving at home or traveling to visit friends and family these year?

Whatever direction you may take...

these photos are to inspire and lift your spirits.

interiorsbystudiom.com

apartment34.com

waitingonmartha.com

tastefultatters.com

blog.justinablakeney.com

thedailybasics.com

bhg.com

huffingtonpost.com

To be thankful for all the little blessings!

:: HAPPY THANKSGIVING ::

why create ordinary?

when you can create…

:: extraordinary :: 

Holiday Recipe Card

These recipe cards are for our group swap over at The Studio- artist community.

ENJOY!

journal spread

:: pockets :: 

Are used to tuck away pretty little things that make me happy… and so I did. 

The joy of art journaling. 

It has awhile since I have been able to just let go and play.

I decided to take action and in-between the drying of art projects get playing... 

Felt fantastic!!

I just love pulling together random papers, paint, stencils, and tape; 

mix it all together with:  

collective swap pieces from artists' who have gifted me over this year, 

add a few tags I created to this pocket, and there you have it…

HAPPINESS!!

no doubt about it.

  

journal spread

From time to time… it just feels good…

:: let your hair down :: 

BECAUSE YOU KNOW YOU CAN

In general: 

to leave behind one's inhibitions or to behave in a way that is free from social limitations or any code of conduct.

Let your hair down and tell me all about yourself. Come on. 

Let your hair down and tell me what you really think.

Friday's Links

:: new art products :: 

enjoy a little creativity for the artist in you.

• Sennelier French Artists' Watercolor Set - aqua mini set - dickblick.com
• Inktense Block Printing Set - amazon.com
• Derwent Coloursoft Pencils  ( Limited Edition Tin ) - dickblick.com
• GOLDEN High Flow Acrylics - jerrysartarama.com
• Princeton Catalyst wedges & contours - cheapjoes.com

Have a great weekend!

Studio updates

:: events ::

This November, members of The Studio - artist community  have been really taking their creativity to new heights...

Stepping out of their comfort zone, exploring, sharing their talents, and gathering as a community to bring together a sisterhood of artistry!! 

:: Open Studio Tour ::

This event was to discover what makes a work of art on this free self-guided tour. See "inside" Members of The Studio work space. These artists' were proud to invite you into there homes and studios during this very special event to share with you their processes. To become knowledge of what goes into each piece of art. Participants on the tour had a greater appreciation of what makes a "work of art."

:: Christmas Recipe Card Swap ::

Members are going International with this swap. 

Participates are creating "handcrafted" cards and sharing their favorite Holiday recipe. 

How exciting and fun is this ??

** receiving a beautfiul handmade card from a very talented artist along with their favorite yummy recipe… I am excited. 

:: Christmas Ornament Exchange ::

Each member who participates in this exchange will receive a "handcrafted" ornament.

All mediums apply and all levels of experience qualifies. 

What a delightful gift, to have ornaments hanging in your home from members of The Studio!

Artists' are pulling together in the group to exchanging ideas, talents, and inspiration for this project. 

Wish to be a part of our "THRIVING" art community? 

JOIN TODAY

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