My Messy Manger is hosting a giveaway.
Deadline: May 31st
Sunday, May 22, 2011
A Web Sale and a Giveaway
The highly regard Johanna Parker is having a web sale on May 25th.
My Messy Manger is hosting a giveaway.
Deadline: May 31st
My Messy Manger is hosting a giveaway.
Deadline: May 31st
Saturday, May 21, 2011
More Prim Giveaways
Here are the latest prim giveaways I've found.
The Old Cupboard Door is having a prim giveaway.
Deadline: June 4th
Kountry Porch Primitives is a new blog and is having a prim sampler giveaway.
Deadline: May 28th
The Old Cupboard Door is having a prim giveaway.
Deadline: June 4th
Kountry Porch Primitives is a new blog and is having a prim sampler giveaway.
Deadline: May 28th
Friday, May 20, 2011
Featured Interview of Artisan of Handmade Items: Cindy Adkins
Based in New Orleans, Cindy Adkins is a gallery artist who specializes in mixed media work. She has a particular fondness for working with textures, such as embroidery, fibers, vintage images, layered paper, or soy silk. She takes inspiration from what some may consider the everyday humdrum, making the mundane into something exciting. She is currently the featured artist for "Creating Vintage Charm" magazine for their Spring 2011 issue.
Here are some of her current creations:
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Her bio: Adkins is a published artist who holds a Master’s Degree in Humanities. She feels that her background in this field gives her a broader outlook that she brings to her own work. “Often, those aspects of classic and modern art, music, and literature are encapsulated in various pieces and it is always with a touch of whimsy.”
Following Hurricane Katrina, Adkins gained attention for her 6-month project that is a tribute to the people of the New Orleans area who have gone through the recovery process. “The survivors have risen from the ashes and I wanted to make individual pieces to honor their resilience and celebrate the human spirit. Displayed publicly, it is my gift to the community to help in the healing process.” Now, Adkins’ carefully handcrafted as well as digital art is available to people everywhere.
“Through my art, I create pieces that I want people to look at time and again, in each instance, noticing something new. That is the joy of creating as each piece contains a message. I always say that the art process is like giving birth--there is a part of me in each one.”
I really enjoy having my Whimsical Musings blog because it allows me to meet people from all over the world. I think that we all encourage each other and that is a wonderful experience.
And now to the interview. :)
How long have you had an interest in vintage, mixed media, etc.?
Shortly following Hurricane Katrina, I got married and moved to New Orleans. My husband and I renovated a home that had been under 10 feet of water. It was a 9-month process. During that time, I also completed my Master’s degree. Following that, I decided to create art for various government and private entities throughout my parish (county.) These pieces were created to celebrate the human spirit.
What followed were 2 one-woman exhibitions featuring my work and now those pieces are at different permanent locations throughout the area.
How did you get started? Did you start by experimenting around, or did you take a class and go from there?
I have been creative my whole life. I never took any classes to create art. It all started with the Katrina project and it went from there.
Are there any particular mediums you like working with?
I love working with fabric, paper, soy silk, fibers, and with found objects.
Is there anything you eventually want to get in to and master?
If I did anything in the future, I guess it would be stained glass because I have a large stained glass collection.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
Hmmm, I don’t have any spare time! So, I guess that in my spare time, I create art!
What's a question you wish I would've asked? (And please answer that question).
I wish you would have asked why art is important to me. But, I also wonder what my answer would be because it seems that once someone starts, new ideas are born and it is an on-going process. One idea gives birth to another one.
What are ten fun facts about you?
1. I have a precious Maltese named Jamie and an adorable tuxedo cat named Stella.
2. I love music and wrote my Master’s thesis about the life and music of Billie Holiday.
3. I used to own a children’s music label and my first album was made into a kareoke program for Tandy Corporation (Radio Shack) for a new computer that had come out at the time.
4. I was a voting member of the Grammy Awards.
5. A few years ago, I went to a party at the White House for the 4th of July.
6. The first year I was in New Orleans, my husband and I were on a float for the Mardi Gras parade.
7. Years ago, I sang “Amazing Grace” with Willie Nelson on the radio. It was a dream come true!
8. I love to dance every kind of dancing, including country and salsa.
9. If anyone knows me well, they know that spirituality is the most important thing to me.
10. When I was in California, I was an ESL teacher, loved it, and worked with people from all over the world. It was an amazing experience.
Please list your website, blog, and/or Etsy shop urls.
Whimsical Musings
Her Whimsical Musings Etsy Shop
Here are some of her current creations:
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Her bio: Adkins is a published artist who holds a Master’s Degree in Humanities. She feels that her background in this field gives her a broader outlook that she brings to her own work. “Often, those aspects of classic and modern art, music, and literature are encapsulated in various pieces and it is always with a touch of whimsy.”
Following Hurricane Katrina, Adkins gained attention for her 6-month project that is a tribute to the people of the New Orleans area who have gone through the recovery process. “The survivors have risen from the ashes and I wanted to make individual pieces to honor their resilience and celebrate the human spirit. Displayed publicly, it is my gift to the community to help in the healing process.” Now, Adkins’ carefully handcrafted as well as digital art is available to people everywhere.
“Through my art, I create pieces that I want people to look at time and again, in each instance, noticing something new. That is the joy of creating as each piece contains a message. I always say that the art process is like giving birth--there is a part of me in each one.”
I really enjoy having my Whimsical Musings blog because it allows me to meet people from all over the world. I think that we all encourage each other and that is a wonderful experience.
And now to the interview. :)
How long have you had an interest in vintage, mixed media, etc.?
Shortly following Hurricane Katrina, I got married and moved to New Orleans. My husband and I renovated a home that had been under 10 feet of water. It was a 9-month process. During that time, I also completed my Master’s degree. Following that, I decided to create art for various government and private entities throughout my parish (county.) These pieces were created to celebrate the human spirit.
What followed were 2 one-woman exhibitions featuring my work and now those pieces are at different permanent locations throughout the area.
How did you get started? Did you start by experimenting around, or did you take a class and go from there?
I have been creative my whole life. I never took any classes to create art. It all started with the Katrina project and it went from there.
Are there any particular mediums you like working with?
I love working with fabric, paper, soy silk, fibers, and with found objects.
Is there anything you eventually want to get in to and master?
If I did anything in the future, I guess it would be stained glass because I have a large stained glass collection.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
Hmmm, I don’t have any spare time! So, I guess that in my spare time, I create art!
What's a question you wish I would've asked? (And please answer that question).
I wish you would have asked why art is important to me. But, I also wonder what my answer would be because it seems that once someone starts, new ideas are born and it is an on-going process. One idea gives birth to another one.
What are ten fun facts about you?
1. I have a precious Maltese named Jamie and an adorable tuxedo cat named Stella.
2. I love music and wrote my Master’s thesis about the life and music of Billie Holiday.
3. I used to own a children’s music label and my first album was made into a kareoke program for Tandy Corporation (Radio Shack) for a new computer that had come out at the time.
4. I was a voting member of the Grammy Awards.
5. A few years ago, I went to a party at the White House for the 4th of July.
6. The first year I was in New Orleans, my husband and I were on a float for the Mardi Gras parade.
7. Years ago, I sang “Amazing Grace” with Willie Nelson on the radio. It was a dream come true!
8. I love to dance every kind of dancing, including country and salsa.
9. If anyone knows me well, they know that spirituality is the most important thing to me.
10. When I was in California, I was an ESL teacher, loved it, and worked with people from all over the world. It was an amazing experience.
Please list your website, blog, and/or Etsy shop urls.
Whimsical Musings
Her Whimsical Musings Etsy Shop
Craft Supplies Giveaway
Crafts Unleashed is having a big craft supplies giveaway to celebrate their 2000 facebook fans.
Deadline: May 23rd
Deadline: May 23rd
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Scentsy Warmer and Fragrance Spotlight
As I recently mentioned, I just became a Scentsy Independent Consultant. I was surprised at how many warmers and scents they have! So to further educate myself and perhaps you, I thought I'd spotlight various products along the way.
One of my favorites is this pretty.
I love nature and, with the fern leaf, it reminds me of nature. I think a Scentsy fragrance like White Tea and Cactus (a mixture of floral and green notes) would go perfectly with this. For something more masculine, Simply Irresistible would fit the bill, which is a mixture of amber, moss, musk, and lavender.
Stay tuned for my Mystery Hostess online party soon. It's a way for one lucky person to earn the hostess rewards!
One of my favorites is this pretty.
I love nature and, with the fern leaf, it reminds me of nature. I think a Scentsy fragrance like White Tea and Cactus (a mixture of floral and green notes) would go perfectly with this. For something more masculine, Simply Irresistible would fit the bill, which is a mixture of amber, moss, musk, and lavender.
Stay tuned for my Mystery Hostess online party soon. It's a way for one lucky person to earn the hostess rewards!
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Americana, Vintage, and Prim Giveaways
Capers of the Vintage Vixens is having a vintage purse giveaway.
Deadline: May 24th
Brenda at The Rusty Thimble is having an Americana giveaway.
Deadline: May 31st
Paula's Primitives is having a prim giveaway.
Deadline: June 1st
Deadline: May 24th
Brenda at The Rusty Thimble is having an Americana giveaway.
Deadline: May 31st
Paula's Primitives is having a prim giveaway.
Deadline: June 1st
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
A New Venture
I signed up to be an Independent Home Consultant for a couple of companies, one of which is Scentsy. I'm totally in love with this company and their products, so you'll be seeing some posts about them on here. I'll also be hosting an online party for it soon. Just gotta figure out all the particulars.
A couple Americana and Vintage Giveaways
Here are a couple Americana and Vintage giveaways:
A Simpler Time is having an Americana giveaway.
Deadline: When she reaches 200 followers, which will be soon!
Junk to Joy is having a generous vintage giveaway.
Deadline: May 21st
A Simpler Time is having an Americana giveaway.
Deadline: When she reaches 200 followers, which will be soon!
Junk to Joy is having a generous vintage giveaway.
Deadline: May 21st
Swap with Rusty Thimble
I recently did a swap with Brenda over at The Rusty Thimble. I love rabbits and was drooling over one of her creations. She generously agreed to a swap of some handmade soap. She picked out the scent (Spicy Orange), and I also sent her a spicy orange and spiced cranberry mix. Also sent a funky little wall hanging using my favorite new technique - painting on tinfoil!
Brenda sent this lovely guy:
Look at his little legs and feet!! So adorable.
Brenda also sent along some of her handmade strawberries. She really does awesome work. Love the attention to detail and how sturdily made all of the products I've received from her are. Check out her blog and her Etsy shop if you have a hankering for some well made handmade goodies!
Brenda sent this lovely guy:
Look at his little legs and feet!! So adorable.
Brenda also sent along some of her handmade strawberries. She really does awesome work. Love the attention to detail and how sturdily made all of the products I've received from her are. Check out her blog and her Etsy shop if you have a hankering for some well made handmade goodies!
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Show Off Your Store
Here's a link party where you can show off your Etsy or other online store:
Today's Creative Blog
Additionally, there's a giveaway going on at Cedar Street Craft Mall where you can get free advertising.
Deadline: June 1st
Today's Creative Blog
Additionally, there's a giveaway going on at Cedar Street Craft Mall where you can get free advertising.
Deadline: June 1st
Prim and Vintage Giveaways
Here are a few prim and vintage giveaways:
Somewhere in the Middle is having an Americana / prim giveaway.
Deadline: May 29th
The Red Cupboard Post is having a prim giveaway.
Deadline: When she reaches 100 followers.
The Blessed Hearth is having a lovely vintage giveaway.
Deadline: May 30th
I first discovered the talent and creativity of Vintage Skye at a link party. She's now having a giveaway over at Under the Table and Dreaming.
Deadline: ??
Buttermilk Creek Farm is having a giveaway to celebrate spring.
Deadline: June 11th
Somewhere in the Middle is having an Americana / prim giveaway.
Deadline: May 29th
The Red Cupboard Post is having a prim giveaway.
Deadline: When she reaches 100 followers.
The Blessed Hearth is having a lovely vintage giveaway.
Deadline: May 30th
I first discovered the talent and creativity of Vintage Skye at a link party. She's now having a giveaway over at Under the Table and Dreaming.
Deadline: ??
Buttermilk Creek Farm is having a giveaway to celebrate spring.
Deadline: June 11th
Friday, May 13, 2011
Featured Interview of Artisan of Handmade Items: Rebecca of Gather Ye Roses
Please note that there's an audio interview of Rebecca of Gather Ye Roses over at the Screaming Sardine.
Here are some of her lovely creations:
Here are some of her lovely creations:
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