My hearts and prayers go out to all those affected by the tragedy in Connecticut. And at this time of year, let us remember the season is one of love, family, and friendship. Hold your loved ones close, and remember to breathe...
Its hard to believe we are on the cusp of December. I just posted the Art Jewelry Elements December Component of the Month - my turn next, and its hard to think about that reveal being on New Year's Day!!! But I digress, and get ahead of myself...
Hop to it! (Just a wee pun for our hostess, Leah of Beady Eyed Bunny...)
The brief - select a period of History - which in and of itself was a HUGE challenge for me. I liked and was inspired by so many... and create a piece inspired by that time, those people, their materials, their style...The choices:
So - Art Bliss - I know it was over a week ago, but I am still digesting some of what I learned. I took 2 classes with Christine Damm, a polymer and jewelry artist from Vermont. I had a phenomenal time, in fact I was only signed up for Saturday's class but at the day's end added Sunday's class becouse I wanted to soak up more knowledge and inspiration.
This past weekend was the third annual Art Bliss art and mixed media retreat, just outside DC in Northern Va. I have made it to all three - I wouldnt miss it for the world! Planned and organized by the dynamic duo of Cindy Wimmer and Jeanette Blix - this is my favorite event of its type.
It started with a rabbit. And a pocketwatch. There are so many iconic images from Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass, but to me it all starts with the rabbit. Yes, I think caterpillars, vials of potions, cards, roses, tea parties and top hats, even flamingos and croquet. But I have a thing for rabbits...
At Spoutwood Faerie festival - there are so many talented makers, artists, craftspeople, performers, artisans... there is no way I could give you an overview. Let me give you a series of pictures to highlight a few of my favorites, my friends and neighbors...
Lucky Charms. Hearts, stars and clover? Yes, and more!
The crafty creative chicas at Ornamentea in Raleigh NC hosted a "Lucky Charm Swap". Send in 7 charms, made by your own hands. Pay for shipping. Recieve 7 charms! What a deal! So here is the first package of bead goodness:
OK - Good morning! Sorry I wasnt "here" sooner. This is the first Saturday in over 2 months that I haven't rushed off early to teach Ceramics classes at the studio. But I can't think of a better morning than coffee and a blog hop/swap!
