Snack & This-n-That

Tonight's post is brought to you by the microwave. The friend of the artist (aka: the lazy cook.) I'm snacking on this:

Microwaved Smores. Is there any better microwaved snack?

Snacking while I'm cleaning this:


& Sanding (before I paint) this:


and this:


& Sorting things into this (these?):


Oh & yesterday I made (for an etsy order) this:


That's a little look into my goings on. How goes your week?

Good Luck Canvas

I was part of a recent Sweet Goodness swapping. The topic was Suits (hearts, clubs, diamonds & spades.) My partner and I were both stricken with sicknesses that delayed shipping of our packages so I'm just getting my piece posted now. I sent a vintage item, some yummy foodies, little artsy odds and ends, and then this piece I made.


This was one of the many canvases (6x6") I painted the background, weeks ago. I had an idea to include these little suits charms I picked up from this Ebay seller (such a sweet guy), but had no real idea what to make. I used a Tim Holtz mask w/paint, gel pens, a fairy image from Inka Stamps and handpainted the wonderful Irish Blessing. The edge of the canvas is covered with vintage black lace. I hope my partner loves it!

It feels so good to be back in my studio after weeks of sicky hiatus. Wonder what I will create next?

POISE - Illustration Friday

I thought we'd start Friday's homeschool day with some drawing. And what better idea than to use the Illustration Friday prompt as a jumping off point? We looked up this week's word, Poise.

poise (v): 1. balance ; especially : to hold or carry in equilibrium . 2. to hold or carry (the head) in a particular way.

poise (n): 1. a stably balanced state : equilibrium. 2. easy self-possessed assurance of manner : gracious tact in coping or handling.

The girls, after a bit of reluctance, embraced the art time.

The Little One (age 9 1/2 yrs)


The Teen (age 16 1/2 yrs)


Me (age you-don't-need-to-know). This is supposed to represent me and my balancing act of life but apparently I must feel like a balding old man today! Even though I'm a girl... figure that one out will ya? ha


Can you tell who has had a whole year of drawing classes? It wasn't me... Sorry about the picture quality. Just couldn't get it right today and don't have the time to play with it. Click to get a closeup view.

The Little One also drew a picture of me. Isn't she sweet?

Happy Friday to you. Have a blessed weekend.