Monthly Archives: September 2011

Painted and Stamped Pencils

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Carolyn

Michelle Ward had a great project at her workshop – painted drumsticks.  These drumsticks have become my favorite treadmill tool.  Air drumming to music while on the treadmill really ups the fun level!  I enjoyed making these but I don’t … Continue reading →

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Stuck

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Carolyn

My favorite quote lately is ” Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working,” by Pablo Picasso.  I hadn’t been finding much inspiration today (stuck) so I just decided to be working.  I used the leftovers from some chipboard … Continue reading →

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Valley Ridge Class

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Carolyn

What do you get when you mix stunning landscapes, a generous host, terrific food, great people, and a class taught by Michelle Ward?  Answer – a perfect weekend.  This was my first trip to Valley Ridge for a class.  I … Continue reading →

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Painted Patterned Fabric

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Carolyn

When I’m painting chipboard, ribbons, die cuts, really anything small, I like to use a journal page, or in this case, a piece of cloth.  Then when I am finished with the intended project, I just use up any leftover … Continue reading →

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Circles

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Carolyn

  A page in process.  I’ve been loving circles and arrows lately.  Not sure where this will go next but I do know that I really wish I had a free motion foot on my sewing machine for this one…. … Continue reading →

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Transformation

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Carolyn

This is my happy page right now.  Wish the camera was able to capture the iridescent inks.  Maybe one day there will be a way…The old Probe game (where the letter cards came from) has made me so happy! Share … Continue reading →

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Hearing Voices

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Carolyn

I think I may need professional help.  I’m hearing voices.  The paper is starting to talk to me – perhaps I need to make sure I have adequate ventilation when I am using art supplies…This corrugated paper was a leftover … Continue reading →

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