Blog Party Studio Tour

Before we get started, I really want to thank Karen Valentine @ My Desert Cottage for this amazing event! Ok, the kids are asleep in bed and the house is finally quiet - sneek with me to my studio

Fabric Shop Stop....................

If you are ever passing thru the small Virginia town of Floyd, you may want to check this place out! It is an old three story schoolhouse that has been turned into a fabric shop. The fabric shop was established in 1971 and I think they may still have some merchandise from the opening! It is like stepping back in time. Very old school - but cool! They have a little bit of everything in there! I couldn't resist a scary fake fur that looks like it came off a Yak in Nepal - Whoa! I'm thinking funky monsters for Halloween. Hmmmm...............

Bargain of the day............

I got up early to go junking at the Stephens City Flea Market yesterday and this is my prize find of the day! An awesome antique metal tin with some old buttons, books of matches, threads and pins. OK, the best part is............. it was a dollar! One dollar! What a steel. I am beginning to cut out some bodies today for my next group of 17th Century dolls. The first group sold and are lounging about in a gorgeous 1920's home in Winston-Salem, NC. I hope everyone has a wonderful and safe holiday weekend.

Playing with Pink.................

So my daughter (who just turned 4) says to me today, "Mommy, why don't you ever play with pink?" Well, I took it to heart. Tonight I am playing with pink and everything I have that is "Ultra Femme." Yes I know, a far cry from my usual dark aesthetic. It is a great mental stretching exercise.

Happy Mother's Day

M-O-T-H-E-R
"M" is for the million things she gave me,

"O" means only that she's growing old,

"T" is for the tears she shed to save me,

"H" is for her heart of purest gold;

"E" is for her eyes, with love-light shining,

"R" means right, and right she'll always be,

Put them all together, they spell "MOTHER,"

A word that means the world to me.

--Howard Johnson (c. 1915)

Happy Mother's Day

Seeing Black and White.................

Yes, I am seeing black & white today. Argh! Nothing fun on the creative front today, just working on our mud room. Went with a nice boring white paint for the walls. I think these are the only white walls in our entire house! It will really keep it light and fresh looking. I am loving the old school black & white floor. Went down super easy. My soon to be 2 year old son learned the words "wet paint" today. Tee Hee

Spring Time Angels.................

I have a collection of angels I need to get posted. Some will be flying away soon! I love this one, she has such a peaceful face and chubby wings. Please email me if you want to see more of the collection, it will be a while before I get them loaded on my site. The lilacs are in bloom and I am in fragrance heaven outside today.

Prims Magazine

The Premier issue of Prims Magazine is here!!!!! Wow, what a wonderful magazine chuck full of amazing dolls and articles. I am super excited and honored to be published amongst so many talented artist. Hats off to Stampington Co. and Jennifer Jackson for another amazing publication. It hit newsstands April 1st, so go check it out. You can also purchase the magazine direct thru Stampington Co. My website has been updated with lots of new creations. Enjoy.

Spring is Coming! Yippeeee

I have been busy updating my site and hope to launch it by April 1st. I have also been busy working on some new dolls and designs. Here is my new victim pile! I have been inspired by the muted and rich shades of spring. I am truly honored to find out a few of my dolls will be featured in the upcoming issue of PRIMS, a new publication from Stampington Co. EEEEE! I am really honored. I will post more details later. Cheers!

Claire Perry Art - Awesome "Upcycled" Folk Art

I want to introduce a wonderful fun folk artist to you all! Claire Perry Art - she makes the coolest folk art fish from found and recycled materials from the coastline of Maine. She is a true "Upcycle Artist". I have three of her fish above a doorway in my kitchen. They always make me smile. They are a great conversation pieces, family and guest love them. They are infectious with humor and wit. I have been blessed to befriend Claire and find her to be just as much fun as her fish! Please visit her site at http://www.claireperryart.com/ and support the arts! Enjoy

An Incredible and Magical Tale

Just finished an incredible book. The 13th Tale by Diane Setterfield is a wonderful Goth-like mystery. I was so moved and enchanted by the story. The characters and scenery is so inspiring for my work. I love to be transported by magical literature.

Amazing Designs of Victoria & Richard MacKenzie-Childs NYC Holiday Window Display

Happy New Year to all! I have finally taken some time to download some photos I took just before the Holidays. I made a trip to NYC and saw the most AMAZING window display of Victoria & Richard MacKenzie-Childs designs! Argh!!! They are absolutely gorgeous! Rich in color and detail! Their works just makes you want to run off to their private little wonderland! I couldn't even tell you what department store it was - I was awe struck! My sister-in-law had to peel me off the window. Check out their site to see their amazing designs. It is an fun site too.(make sure your sound is on)Go to http://www.victoriaandrichard.com/. Well, enjoy the photos and happy creating! Peace-Love-Joy in this new year!

A total treat! Complete eye candy!