New Photo Props

My two newest photo props! Can't wait to take them out to one of the beautiful green fields near my home and take some pictures. Just have to wait till it's not quite so muddy from the rain.

After several months of searching, you would not believe the amazing deal I got on this antique couch and matching chair (and a bolt of fabric). I love the thrill of a great find!

Introducing Artful Gatherings

I feel so blessed to have been able to host my first Artful Gatherings painting event this weekend.

Thank you to my sweet friend Ashley who invited me to be a part of a fun children's ministry event.

The kids were completely adorable and they created such beautiful works of art to take home.

I look forward to doing many more Artful Gatherings!

I've created a page on my blog with all of the information about Artful Gatherings. Please take a moment and give it a look, maybe I can host an event for you.

Here are the talented kiddos from my innaugural event! Yay!

What a great looking group of young artists!

Featured in "Join the Conversation"

I was honored to be interviewed for a "Join the Conversation" feature on the YourDesignPartner website yesterday. They have a really great site with lots of wonderful design ideas and inspiration. Thank you Marissa for inviting me to participate.

Click here to see the feature: http://yourdesignpartner.com/blog/?p=4294

Decision

"Today I've decided I'm going to be more concerned about trying than I am about failing".  

- Jackie

Clip on Tie Projects

My sweet friend Jennifer surprised me with a bag full of wonderful vintage things that she said I could have to "make stuff"! Oh boy, I was so excited!

Just look at this pile of wonderful clip on ties! The fabrics, the patterns, the colors... oh my!

So many ideas ran through my head as I gazed at each colorful design. I could put several together and create a kind of peek-a-boo slip that would add a touch of chic to the bottom of a skirt. I could sew several of them together and create a retro purse. Hmmm.... all good possibilities, but I finally decided to sit down and see how many things I could re-purpose out of just one tie.

So I picked this one:

And I cut it into 3 different accessory pieces. (I'm still perfecting the details and may be able to get one more piece out of it so when I do I will post a tutorial).

For now, here's what I made:

A clip-on Phone Case

A Pen and Pencil Holder

A Mini Wallet/Card Carrying Case

Front View

Back View

What would you do with these great clip-on ties?