Mixed Media Mondays - Sunshine Dance Girls

This is my submission for MMM. The theme is dance and I ran across this picture of these little girls who look like they are about to perform a dance routine.

We are headed to visit my hubby's sister in Colorado for the holiday. So, I will be gone for a while. Hopefully, I can get some really good pics while we are there. I have only been once and that was way back in college. I just remember that it smelled good there.

Finally finished something

Yeah, I finally got a canvas done today. I am so tickled to finally get something finished. Lately, I have started several things and just not finished them. I ordered some new paints and was eager to get them open and used. I think sometimes it is easy to get bogged down with a rut. This is a 6" by 6" cradled canvas. I will be listing it on my etsy site.

Anyway, the summer is going pretty good. I did start a schedule for the kids which has been great for them and more of a challenge for me. I am just not a schedule girl. But to see how well the kids do on a schedule helps me. It is starting to get REALLY hot here in Texas which means no time outside which I don't like. And time is starting to count down to the Italy trip. I am so excited and almost ready to go. I plan on taking a ton of pics.

Needle felted cell phone case

I have decided to explore some different mediums until I find my muse again. I always forget that when I do this blah thing, it is good for me to just dive in and start playing with different stuff until I find what directions I want to do in.

For this cute little cell phone case I pulled out all of my roving and my needle felting machine. It was so fun to make. As you can imagine it is only about 2 1-2" by approximately 4 1-2". I think it will look dandy hanging on my purse. It is so my colors!

Banner for my little one

I have found myself increasingly uncreative lately. I am not sure why. At first I contributed it to being gone for a week and out of my rountine. Now, I am not so sure. So, I have decided to switch gears and do something different. Two years ago I saved up and got an embroidery machine. I use it extensively during the holiday season for teacher's gift and such. I have had so many ideas running around in my head. Stuff to do for the kid's rooms and clothing. So, this is my first change in course. I created a banner for Alexis' room using some scrap fabric that I had laying around. Then I streamed it over her window valance. She was so excited about it. I think I need to center it a little better but, I was just too excited to see it up and take a pic. I am anxiously awaiting the final name for our new little neighbor so, I can make one for him too (hint, hint Dambers).

Mixed Media Mondays - Bingo

Well, I thought that I would be crazy busy with the kids home and I was right. But among the chaos though , I have had the chance to host Mixed Media Mondays. I have chosen the theme Bingo. I figured it was pretty open for interpretation. I can't wait to see what everyone does. And thanks Diane. You are a sweetie and a pleasure to talk to!

News from Sew Somerset!

Well, we are finally back from our trip to Cabo San Lucas. The weather was very pretty but I must admit it is so nice to be home. I know that getting back into a routine is going to have to take a few days but, I look forward to it. I missed the kiddos terribly. I know it was only a week but, I think they both grew a ton while we were gone.

I did have a nice surprise in the mail for me upon arriving last night. A few months back Sew Somerset contacted me about some work that mom and I had submitted and wanted an article. So I got to see it for the first time last night. It was a great treat after being gone. I have included pics. The magazine itself is filled with wonderfully inspiring work from many artists. One of those magazines that will be added to my library of inspiration. I am not sure it is on the stands yet but be sure to check it out!

Me, I have a ton of laundry to catch up on but am dying to sit in my studio and start working. It is hard to not be creative for a long period of time so, I can't wait to get started.

Mixed Media Mondays - Hats

Here is my little piece for hats. I love this picture. This little thing looks like she is shopping for her new Sunday hat. Too cute.

I am back but things are still pretty hectic. The kids had a great time staying with the neighbors but now are settling down into our weekly routine. But, we have to start gearing up for the next trip which is in two weeks. It will be Cody's business trip. So, more work less play.