Oops! Forgot the photos....

Sorry, I forgot to POST the photos of the two pieces that were published in the Aug. 2011 issue of 'Crafts n' Things'...lol! (These close-up shots were taken before I submitted them, using 'Oxford Impressions' Halloween Party stamp collection.) Enjoy the rest of the day everyone;)

New artwork, fun project...

I'm an awful blogger, but family matters have kept me running. Life is like that though, but we just keep plugging away, don't we? Make the most of every moment, I always say. Time keeps ticking away and we learn to deal with all the bumps and bruises on our journey. Now I'm getting too personal here and didn't want to ramble on about my life, rather would like to talk about ART for those of you who came to take a peek at my blog;) (BTW, thanks for your visit!)

On a lighter note, yesterday I received the Oct. 2011 issue of Crafts n' Things in our mailbox. I had a couple of pieces published on pg. 76 using Oxford Impressions -Halloween Party stamp collection. This has to be one of my most favorite sets for Halloween as I love vintage items. It was a fast and fun project, something that would be great for a kids party. The magazine should be on the shelves soon (if it's not already), so pick up a copy and check out some of the great items featured.

Have a wonderful Sunday, everyone. Our temps here in Wisconsin are supposed to drop next week. Really looking forward to that as it's been too hot to do much outside these days!

Tag art....

Recently I was in a mood to create a couple of tags. These I made from stamps from 'Stamp Camp'. Super easy and fun. If you'd like more inspiration, just check out Mary's Facebook page:)

Hope everyone had a great weekend!

Garden Fairy Jar

Today I received a complimentary copy of 'Crafts n' Things' - Aug. 2011 issue. I had submitted this recycled jar art I created a while ago, and to my delight it was published on pg. 103! I used one of my most favorite little digital fairy girls from Lisas Altered Art - #071. I love this little gal. She makes me want to smile every time I look at her.

Stamps I used were 'Doodle Flower Sentiment Set' and the seasonal word - 'grow' from Purple Onion Designs. It was a match made in heaven, I think and a really fun project to create. You might want to try making one for the gardener in your life;) Have a great weekend everyone!

New stamps!

Just received two of the newest Oxford Impression stamps - 'Sewing Notions' and "Court of Versailles' in the mail. Thought I'd post a couple of cards I made with them. I had so much fun playing with these. Suzanne Melvin (owner) has a sale going on right now, so if you want to add to your collection, now's the time to do it. Just check her blog for details:)

Have a great weekend everyone!

Happy Spring, Happy Easter!!

Hi everyone! Not a lot of time these days to do much artwork; however I did receive the newest issue of 'Catch Up' in my mailbox yesterday and to my delight had a couple of pieces selected for publication. Thought I'd show this cute tag that was published on pg. 52 using Oxford Impressions 'China Dolls' plate. This is one of my MOST favorite stamp plates and I've used it often.

We are starting to see a little (and I mean a little) bit of sunshine today. Now if things would just warm up a bit so everyone could enjoy the outside a bit more!

Spring is on it's way!

It's been a rough winter but I managed to whip up a quick little project the other day and thought I'd post it for all to see:)

Can't seem to get planting off my brain lately....hmmm, MUST be spring fever, no? When I saw this CUTE wooden flower pot box at Hannahs (my FAV scrapbooking store in Antioch, IL) a couple weeks ago, I had to get it. I used the new Graphics 45 papers (Once Upon A Springtime - 'Pixie Post" & "Tiny Treasures") to the sides and it seemed to be a perfect combination.

Hannahs has lots more items to alter so if you are in the area, you might want to check them out. Super easy, super FUN!