Eula's Treasure

I wanted to take a minute to share with you a painting I created this season. This is a large (one of the biggest I've ever done) 18x24 wood panel. It is entitled "Eula's Treasure".

This was created to honor my grandmother. We lost her a few years ago, but her memory is very strong in our family of women. She loved to garden, and the flowers she cultivated were a joy to see every spring. Among her many favorites were irises. If you look close you can see I added a few irises among the bounty of magnolias (I think that is what they are.....I did not get the gardener gene). Across her wings are the words " In the spring when the irises bloom I feel the warmth of her smile upon me" This is a line from a poem my sister wrote about her. I did a few new techniques on this one, including spray paint over some snips of my dried out shrubs and a tissue paper dress. This was gift to my mom for Christmas.

My card club will get to see a mini crop photo shop version of this painting. It will be January's club only card. I will post it here on New Years Day.

Prints will be available after the new year.

The Sisterhood

The countdown to Christmas has started for me. My family moved our celebration up to December 18/19, so I lost a week of procrastination. I am almost caught up, I am down to giftcards and wrapping paper needed. Today I am off to Hobby Lobby to pick up a few giftbags, before I go, a quick shop update.

I listed three new card styles on ETSY. This design is borrowed from one of my favorites clients. She commissioned this piece, before I completed it I took a photo and altered it for a card. The words are her sentiment. I can't say anymore, I don't want to give away any clues in case the person this was created for has not received her gift yet. I thought this was a beautiful thought for a sister or best friend. The orginal is sold, so this is only available as a card.

CLICK here for the listing-

Happy December!

December is finally here! I am getting ready for a Christmas art sale Saturday, have new art cards and a few stuffed glass ornaments I am working on.....so things are busy here!

I received my Christmas angels from Somerset yesterday. I listed the originals on ETSY, they will make a wonderful addition to your holiday decor! Click here to make the original your own! My favorite is "City of David" this piece has an antique Christmas feel. Here is the listing :) I ship all art priority, so there is still plenty of time to get it displayed for Christmas!

READY for CYBER MONDAY!!

I hope everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving!! We had a long day.....and spent most of our time driving hours in the rain, but we made it to our hometown where we had a quick dinner and a visit that was too short. I shopped a little Friday and put up our tree! Check out my clock, my grandfather made that for me last year, it is totally handmade from recycled/left over wood!.....so cool.....any way:).... Company came here Saturday to visit, so we had a really nice holiday break:)

Now back to business!!

2 days left to join the card club at the intro price! December's card will post on Tuesday. All the card club members will get there second card soon!!! I have them packed and ready to ship on Wednesday.

NOW FOR THE CYBER MONDAY SPECIAL! (you can shop today and get the free shipping too!!)---->

FREE SHIPPING on orders over $50



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Scout Magazine

Just a peek at the feature in Scout magazine. I was surprised to be asked to have my SouthEND girls appear in this very hip and trendy mag :) If you get a chance check it out, you can view online or purchase online.

NEW LARGE PRINTS are listed in my Etsy store! I only have a couple left from the last few art shows. These have white mats and will fill a wall perfectly. I have an 8x10 with an 11x14 mat of my "PEACE Angel". This is one of my most popular angels. She has a worn country feel and a scripture passage that was a favorite of my grandmothers. I have this print in a weathered barn wood frame, my mom has the original :) It makes a wonderfully sentimental gift to loved ones. Click here to see her

Good MONDAY morning!

This is just a quick shop update, I just listed three new originals in my ETSY shop. These were made a few weeks ago and are still available from my gallery show last month. I will pick them up tomorrow, I just had time so I thought I would list them until the fall art shows. I want to thank everyone who came to see my things in the Creative Hands studio and supporting my art. It means so much to me to have the support of family and friends when you are venturing into new endeavors :).......next up- spooky fall girls! I am working on four new pieces, they should be done by the end of the week. Fan or friend me on facebook for up to the minute sneak peeks and listings. My Facebook badge in the right column.

All American GIRLS......

Just listed on ETSY two new angels! These are summer themed, done in weathered red, cream and blues. I added vintage lace paper to the dresses. I completed two, here is the first- Click here to see the full painting.

One more thing today, if you are visiting the South Carolina area stop by ~The Garden Cafe~ They have added a few of my items to their wonderful shop! Thank you so much, I'm so excited to have my art sold and displayed in beautiful locations across the U.S.

Rain, rain and more rain.....

Not so pretty today, I feel like I may float away if the rain doesn't stop soon. I finished three collage paintings this week. I am waiting for the rain to stop and the sun to shine, so I can get good photos. All I have is a sneek peek of them drying on the table. These are patriotic angels and a flower collage I created with Graphic 45 paper. G45 is one of my all time favorite lines for my paper collection, I love the vintage reproduction papers. I buy it whenever I see it, and I hold on to it......always waiting for just the perfect project. This flower painting is done with the Domestic Goddess line, if you look close at the flowers you'll see spoons and forks :)

The angels are done in distressed red, creams and weathered blues. I have two I will list this on ETSY, as soon as the sun comes back :) I have a blonde and brunette, both with a Independence theme. They will arrive from Independence, Kentucky- so they are "officially" patriotic and perfect for summer!

NEW art cards--

Just a note to let you know, I have listed a couple of WHOLESALE listings in my ETSY shop. This is great deal for those of you with retail stores, or maybe you send ALOT of cards, and need a bunch :) anyway, this is the listing for you! Its a great discount! I have mounted them on a heavy textured card stock that has a pretty deckle edge. These are all in IVORY and have matching envelopes.

I also wanted to let you know, I added 5 new print cards and I have replenished my stock of past prints. I am in the process of listing them daily, so if you are looking for a particular print just contact me!

Auctions END tonight!

Click here to grab up a bargain! I have several mini originals waiting to find a home :)

MARCH MADNESS ---- CARD PROMO

March is almost over, so please get your cards now while they are on sale!!! Remember buy 2 get one free. Great for framing and gift giving! I gift wrap each sale so they are ready for special birthday gifts and Mothers day! Click HERE to go to my ETSY shop

GIANT 16x20 ANGELS

My largest piece to date. Listed on EBAY ~Your HEART guides me~

Angel Wings

Just wanted to show you these great wire wings I found! My first thought is, great for a doll! I just finished taking an online doll making class. Cloth and Clay dolls from Gritty Jane This class was great, I learned to create a doll from cloth and paper clay......my doll however, not so cute. I need to practice.....a bunch. Sculpting a face is much more difficult than I expected. I will need to work on this :) I wish I could show you a photo, but she is really ugly :( ANYWAY.......

I wanted to use the wings, so I added them to a wood piece and created a hanging collage. Here it is, and I did list this angel collage on EBAY. Click here to bid

Charity Auction

will start tonight- Here is a peek, she is TALL 12x24

LOTS OF TEXTURE!

Angel for Haiti

I know you are watching the news coverage of the terrible tragedy in Haiti, the loss of life and destruction is so hard to see. This morning I decided to create an angel for Haiti, I have a large 12x24 wood plank that I have been wanting to use. I am going to auction this on EBAY with 100% of the proceeds going to one of the charities listed by Mission Fish. This is a peek at what I have finished so far. I hope to have her listed by Wednesday.

I encourage all of my blogging art friends to do the same :) If you are like me you have a bunch of extra half painted canvas and wood just waiting to be re-worked , finished or just started. Take a little time and create something beautiful that can help the need. I have auctioned with Mission Fish before its really easy and safe for the bidder. You know your money is going to help those in need.

Please blog about my auction when its up, I will be happy to do the same for you, just let me know. Add me as a friend on Face book or my fan page page (I just started it; links are on the right) to keep up to date on my listings.

Angel in Blue

11x14 ENCAUSTIC finished today. She is going to auction tonight on Ebay. This one has lots of distressing and added designs. Scripture wings and butterflies. She has no words but seems to be contemplating something......

Winter is HERE!

The snow is falling fast, we are expecting a few inches. I was a little late posting new originals on Ebay last night. I have two scheduled for tonight, here is a peek at my "Winter's Angel" I took her picture and realized I forgot to add crystals to the snowflakes :) The finished piece will get the crystals.

I am working on designing cards for Valentines, they will be very limited...so please check back ♥

Auctions end TONIGHT-

Just a quick post to let you know my auctions end tonight....bargain bids still available! I have new items going on tonight. Click here to win your Christmas gifts!

Thank you for featuring me on THE Craft Junkie! Click here to visit Monica Marie's Christmas countdown!

I have beautiful new angel cards listed in my ETSY store, these are professional 4x6 prints mounted on 5x7 cards. They are blank on the inside and are perfect to frame! These are limited and the last run of prints I will have for the year. So don't wait :) I'm shipping every day to make sure you have them before Christmas!

CYBER ETSY SPECIAL!

My DECEMBER online Christmas special is available in my ETSY store- FREE SHIPPING on orders of $30 or more! I will reimburse your paypal or account or just wait for a combined invoice- easy shopping!

JUST LISTED in my ETSY store 3 new prints in an 8x10 white mat-These are beautiful professionally printed prints of my latest favorites! Add your own frame and you have a creative and unique gift.

If you are an EBAY shopper I have these prints listed as a buy it now!

ETSY and EBAY Update

I just wanted to let you know I did update my ETSY shop, with the new laminated cards.

Note to Mary :) I saw your message and if you want more than one of the sets I have listed convo me thru ETSY and I will set you up a private listing. I have six sets total, 3 of each style.

I just listed Buy It Now mat prints on Ebay, I chose 4 of my all time favorites and had these professionally printed. I mounted them in white mats, I LOVE how they turned out.