Ordinary moments

There have been a lot of ordinary moments like these lately...

And yes...I have given in to the skinny jean fad. I can't help it. They are so darn cute. And pretty comfy too. I picked these up yesterday and kind of had to show them off. It's all about scarves and cardigans around here, and while the rain is not agreeing with the ballet flats I so love...I don't really care.

I spent all last week sick and totally unmotivated. I'm getting a lot more done right now. Working on many things at once! Here's the view of my desk right now...

*recent in progress painting
*Cassette tape paintings in progress

Update

I am working on the etsy update as I post this. Many things are up already. here's a preview of what is new in the shop! Lots of pretty seasonal buttons....




New mini albums....each with a handsewn felt pocket. The felt is made from recylced plastic bottles! (to learn more, Google "Eco-fi felt")

And my new favorite additions....pretty resin rings. In an effort to feel better about selling my original paintings, I realized this is a cool way to keep my favorite parts of them. I love rings...and the bigger, gaudier and funkier the better! I used images of my original art for the base of each ring. The first one was inspired by the lovely Kelly Rae...whose "Brave in love and sadness" post not too long ago spoke to me.

Craft Show!

Sorry for being so MIA. This is my proof of productivity! It was a fun day of playing store! I think we sparked a lot of interest, and met lots of fun/sweet people! Having mostly only sold things online its fun to be able to interact with people, and see their reaction to tactile things on display. I can't wait for the next show!

All items will be available in the etsy shop tomorrow! Tomorrow is cleaning day. Time to pick up the mess I made while creating over the last couple weeks. I am so excited for upcoming visits with friends, the holiday season, and spending more time planning for the wedding!!! It's going to be...legend...wait for it....dary! ha ha.

Fall is for lovers...

It's been awhile since I've posted Monday muse...so lets get back into it shall we? These delightful images inspire me, most I have collected from tumblr. This is what fall looks like to me. Happy Monday. (a little early!)

DT layouts for the month

First...let's congratulate Michele on her recent publications! It's always exciting to see on of the DT member's get the recognition they deserve! Michel is a fantastic scrapper, and I'm honored to see my buttons listed in this publication. She rocks my socks. Her work is always colorful and intricate...great job Michele!!! (click image to see larger version)










I love Sharmaine's recent layouts. The colors are bright and earthy. This photograph of her daughter is very sweet, and I loved her tutorial on dying the ribbon. Check out her blog for a quick how to! I also love the torn paper/fabric posies on the bottom layout. cute!!

These flower stamped buttons are so pretty and fun to make, I was really excited to see how Ashlee incorporated them into this layout with portrait photos and hambly...yum! I love all the layering on here! Her album has cute skulls on it...and I love the checkered ribbon! I need that!
This layout is gorgeous. Pearl used really soft colors and lots of detail. Swoon. there are many layers, embellishments and vintage feeling techniques on this page. Awesome! Very fall. I love the orange woodgrain button hiding in the corner. And of course...kudos on the dymo love. the autumn buttons look great with the paper!
Make sure to give Jeremy some love, he's in school and busy as a bee. Hopefully all of us, myself included will be less crazy this month!!

I can't wait to show you all the goodies I am making right now. I have been crafting my little heart out. If I could get my sewing machine up and working that would speed things along quite nicely...so wish me luck! Happy wednesday!!


P.s. anyone want to buy this for me tomorrow? I LOVE IT!

Inspo Update

We are working on a new inspiration post from the DT...in the meantime, one of our own is stepping down. Make sure you all visit Tessah's blog, she's fantastically creative and we will miss her. It's been a pleasure having her on the team! Here's a little of her work!

While visiting Silje's lovely new blog I spotted this....and like always, felt totally flattered to see one of my buttons on her layout. She's my favorite scrapbooker, and quite a creative soul! Have you seen her aprons, and mittens? Um, swoon!