I just delivered a trunk full of my fun "freaky fairies" to the Outsiders Art Gallery in Durham, NC. It is a must visit in Durham if you love Outsider Art or Folk Art. 
Owner Pam Gutlon has a keen eye for FABULOUS folk art and amazing, unique outsider arts and artist. Here is a link to the gallery http://www.outsiders-art.com/ Check it out!!!!
Yes, I am very camera shy but here I am (the tall redhead) with my awesome sister-in-law Sarah. I could not have done it without her! She is amazing. She was my anchor in times of all crazy thinking and stress ( about 98% of the show- tee hee) My other anchor was my beloved hubby that was on serious "daddy duty" for the last week. He did a great job keeping our little ones out of my hair and the muscle man behind my booth design/set up.
It was a cold and wet Friday morning but the weekend just got better and better from there. I learned many lessons in regards to booth set up. Lots of re-working for next time. Well, I am back to do what I love to do most - CREATE!!!!!! I have yet more new works underway and will be loading some works to my Etsy site soon. I have more exciting news to post later too- think Prims magazine Fall issue (hint, hint)! Cheers - Lurena
Miss Trixie
Lady Bess
Primitive Angel - Agnes
One of my beloved cats (Smidge) is very interested in my little hat I just fashioned for one of my dolls. She is now begging me to make her one in a sassy pink with an ostrich plume and silk fringe. Oh, she is such a tart!
So, here is wishing you all a wonderful and magical start to the Fall season. I will try to post a few more sneak peeks before I pack it all up for the show! Cheers, Lurena
I continue to burn the candle at both ends working late into the night. The Country Living Fair is around the corner. Wooo Hooo! More sneak peek pictures coming soon
Well, I just finished drawing the face on this doll and she screamed "I am the Queen!" Well, she does look a bit Regal and in charge. I shall honor yee Majesties requests for a gown.
She first rummaged through my vintage rhinestone jewelry and found herself a crown. She then demands her frocks be made from fine silk, linen, lace and vintage ruching. Yikes, she is very fussy. I (being her humble servant) will try to satisfy her request but not without adding a little grunge too! Heee Heee Heeee
Yep, like I said before Glitter and Grunge - the perfect combo.
I live in an 1874 Farmhouse that we have been working on for the last 7 years. Here is where I create one-of-a-kind original dolls in the wee hours of the night. My studio space is still a construction zone. So that is the excuse for this mess I'm about to share with you right??? Ha, not so. The truth is, I am crazy busy working away for the upcoming Country Living Fair in Ohio. I am very excited to be at the show this coming September - for details visit www.countryliving.com/fair and come see me. Sooooo on to the mess! Here we go! 
This is one of my main tables that I work at. This is where I do most of my designing, hand stitching and detail work. It is always loaded with projects I'm working on and littered with materials I am inspired by and incorporate into my dolls.
This is the other end of the table with my recently acquired stash of old laces and linens. I am currently working on a group of shabby chic /primitive style angels.
This is my studio pal Ethel. Hey, what can I say - when you work late into the night and everyone else is in bed, I need someone to talk too right?
This is a picture of one of my doll's dresses under construction and a detail pic of a shoe buckles being hand stitched into place.
Some almost finished ladies waiting eagerly for their hats.
I just love 17th - 18th century fashion. I am obsessed with detail and hats.
I love old suitcases. They are great to use for storage and also work well for transporting and showing my dolls at shows. They are sure hard to find these days. I remember when no one wanted them and you could get them for 5 bucks at the antique markets.
My inspiration and reminder board.
Come see the pages of Country Living Magazine come to life in this amazing show!!!! I attended it as a buyer/shopper a few years ago and it truly blew my socks off! I am beyond excited and honored to be a part of the festivities this year as an artisan and seller. I have been up to my eyeballs in new works and designs - this is a biggie and I have lots to do!! Wooo Hooooo
for more info. check out http://www.stellashows.com/ or www.countryliving.com/fair
