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Thank goodness for longer and warmer days!

I have a tutorial over on the Pinque Peacock Blog today. Go Check It Out! HERE

Well, don't you? Here's another page I was playing around with using a tutorial and creating in Illustrator. Again, if you click on it, you can then get the full-size version and download it for yourself. Enjoy!

Having a little fun with Adobe Illustrator.  If you click on this, you should be able to get it at full size and dense enough to print (If you want a copy). Enjoy.

I made this card for a swap.  For some reason, B/W cards are VERY difficult for me, but I do like how this turned out. And the inside has a fun little stamp in it, new from StampinUp!  Isn't it cute?

Today I'm participating in the Mixed Up Media Chix Birthday Blog Hop! If you want to participate, start over on Ria's Blog HERE I love participating in these, because it always challenges me to go back to the canvas. Unfortunately, my canvas isn't completely done, but hey, I was totally having so much fun.  And I want to show it to you anyway! I like what I've done so far on this…what do you think? All the folks participating have some really fun projects to share, don't you think? I'm LAST….wasn't it fun?  Yay…so as long as you commented on everyone's post, you just might WIN a little prize! Oh, and last, I wanted to show you where some of my "mixed media" stuff is sitting… Have a great 2nd day of Spring.  Cheers!

If you are here for the JULIE'S FRIENDSHIP HOP CLICK HERE All this WINTER around me needed some spirits with a little humor. Hope it makes you smile as well! Chose some PINQUE PEACOCK elements that caught my eye. The greens are so yummy (especially the swirl - such a yummy sour apple green)! Makes me long for Spring even more. And speaking of that…don't forget to set your clocks back tonight!

Today I'm participating in a really fun hop!  We're celebrating my friend, Julie's, 2nd anniversary blogging.  We all met through our mutual love for crafting.  It's been such a great two years admiring each other's work, sharing ideas, and supporting each other in our artsy endeavors. If you want to see the entire hop, start at Julie's blog HERE This is the project I created for the hop! There are LOTS of prizes that have been donated by some wonderful companies!  (see Julie's blog for all the details). Just leave a comment on each blog for a chance to win one of MANY prizes.  I'm ready for a great weekend.   I'm counting down the days until Spring. AND taking Monday and Tuesday OFF just because! Leave me a comment telling me what you appreciate most about your friends.  Me, I love that I can reach out and get support when I need it.  Just recently, it really came in handy! Now, Click on the button below to ...

Thought I would jump in on the Mixed Media Chick Valentine's Day Hop! This is my creation….an IPAD cover. Added to the Unity Friends with Flair blog hop as well since a couple unity stamps adorn the cover! Not quite finished yet, so I'll have to show you it in operation when it is actually finished. Very colorful.  Exactly what I want in my otherwise colorless office environment. (except for the people.  THEY are colorful) SO, hop around and enjoy everyone's beautiful creations. 1 Maria Levine -  http://riacreations.blogspot.com   2 Francine Rossoni -  www.thevellumjar.blogspot.com   3 Lisa Hetrick -  http://www.lisahetrickdesign.com/in_the_studio/   4 Angeline Choo -  http://scrappyscrappy.blogspot.com   5 Mona Pendelton -  http://cupcakescreations.blogspot.com   6 Laurie Finch -  http://lifeandlafter.wordpress.com   7 Rebecca  -  http://www.bloomingpink.blogspot.co...

Made a quick project tonight. (see more HERE ) And I have "what to say" block.  Except That every year this time I can't wait to say I love you to a few people.

My step-son (who I refer to affectionately as "son" as he has lived with me since he was 10) had his college graduation today.  So proud. I could see it in his sister's and dad's face.  Totally love this crew. With his sister.  She was so happy to see her "little brother" finish such a great accomplish… I watched him bloom from an uncomfortable boy into a confident man.  There you go.  I honestly don't know what else to say without getting all weepy!  I guess I can't wait to see what else amazing things he does. Right?!

New Year's Eve is just around the corner!  I cannot believe a year is already almost over. Celebration in the midst.  Going to party this year.  We usually don't. It's really swanky, and the hostess is a fashion queen, so what better gift than a shoe full of chocolate? (well, I can think of few better items, but not ones I can afford). If you are interested in creating one of these for yourself, you can see the pattern here: SHOE PATTERN And of course, the focal point and attention grabber is the center.  Another wonderful Pinque Peacock Splendid Swirl. So, what are you doing for New Year's Eve? I hope that whatever it is…you feel joy. And smile.

Oliver was the only one at Christmas that cooperated for a shot in front of the tree.  And everyone wonders why he's my favorite!

I must admit that I have become quite fond of making little bitty sweaters.   It all started on a recent trek to India traveling for business. I needed to carry just enough yarn to keep my busy bee hands occupied during the evenings in my hotel room. There are just so many hats a person can make, right?  Anyway, having limited quantities of yarn, I decided to give a small sweater a go.  This is the first one I created. I had just the perfect little buttons to add! (It really is amazing what one might find in their cosmetic bag) I love it.  This sweater is also featured on the Pinque Peacock blog   since I used her buttons.  (Go visit and see the buttons up close) This makes the sweater a really one of a kind project! This next one is perfect for a little preemie.  It's so tiny, but features a great big snowflake! Close up of the snowflake…. I also sewed on one of the StampinUp! Frosted Finishes Embellishments. ...

EEEEK.  That's all I can say when I see snow upon me.  I am NOT a winter time gal.  Having grown up in the south, I am more at home in warm and even HOT weather. But alas, here I am.  Delaware.  Thank goodness where I live we get a good cushion of the warm Atlantic that tends to keep the DEEP chill at bay (I'm thinking of a friend in Michigan who lives in winters I can't even IMAGINE). So, for this card...I decided to make myself SMILE with my skinny legged snowman.  And he matches the button I used SO NICELY ...which remind me... ...I am blathering on about me when I should be talking about PINQUE PEACOCK cuz I'm participating in the release hop this month. Blog Hops. Something I am grateful for. Something that brings me inspiration across miles that I would otherwise not be able to see.  Nor bring me a kindred spirit for the craft. So go get yourself the INSPIRATION...and possibly the PRIZES available. Jessica, the shop owner, is ...

Since the weather began turning a bit chill here, I started knitting again!  Above is a hat I actually DESIGNED myself.  I've tried it without the cable and in a few different colors.  It's a slouchy hat that fits my style. But most of the hats I've made, I won't be keeping.  They will be nice cozy gifts for friends and family (not saying who, tho!) I'm happy to report that I've completed more than 8 different colors and styles of hats, which means I just might be ready (which almost NEVER happens). And of course, I have to make a tag to go with it, right!  Well, this stamp from Unity arrived in my mailbox last week just in time for a tag to be created for this cap. I also used a bit of some of my favorite 3GIRLJAM crinkle ribbon from last year's holiday bundle.  I've been hoarding it! Here's a close-up! Well, that's it for me!  It's been a long time since I have been able to participate in Friends With Flair.  Now I need ...

I just thought I would pop in for a very quick post today to alert any of my readers to the upcoming Pinque Peacock November release. All Weekend Long, starting on Friday, 8-Novat 1:00 AM EST. As usual, you'll have a change to win Pinque Peacock goodies! Start the hop at the Pinque Peacock website HERE

Just wanted to pop in quickly and show you a card that I made using one of my fun new buttons from Pinque Peacock .  I knew I would LOVE using these Farm Fresh buttons when I first saw them. I thought I would start the month off right with a bright and joyfully colored card of thanks, realizing my color choices are totally out of season! I have all but abandoned this blog over the last month due to work and life craziness.  I finally put down the keyboard (I work in the IT industry) and decided to take some time to let my inner artist free. So, last weekend, I took a Clay Monoprinting workshop at a local artist's studio and LOVED it.  I knew I would, because I took the same workshop a couple years ago, except I took the one day version.  Mitch is truly an inspiring artist.  And so helpful.  He's very eager and willing to spread what he knows on to others.  He isn't having another workshop in my area until next year, but I just know I will most...

You can start your voyage by clicking on the button above. It's a Pirates Life Blog Hop Welcome to the last island stop on the Blog Hop!  You're almost there. ARRRGH Mates! I'm your serving winch on the Daniels Ship of Thieves. Okay, so don't laugh too much!  This is me in a new hat I knitted up for my daughter before it gets too chilly in the great NW where she lives.  One of my favorite activities in Fall and Winter is knitting.  I usually start ramping up around this time, so that I have at least SOME sort of chance to get presents ready in time for the holidays. Here is a close-up on the wonderful felt flower from Pinque Peacock I used: And with that, I will say AHOY! mates. Navigate your way to Pinque Peacock's Facebook Page to say hello to our Captain and Chief, Queen Peacock, and the owner AND creator behind all the wonderful products!