Our assignment this week was to make a collage of a memory. I decided on the memory of sailing with my Grandpop as my theme. My Grandpop loved to sail. His boat was in the Chesapeake Bay, and we took many trips on it. I loved hanging my legs over the side, and having the waves crash up on them. Later, when I was older, Grandpop let me man the rudder. The skies were blue, the sails blew open, and the smiles were wide.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Homework
Our assignment this week was to make a collage of a memory. I decided on the memory of sailing with my Grandpop as my theme. My Grandpop loved to sail. His boat was in the Chesapeake Bay, and we took many trips on it. I loved hanging my legs over the side, and having the waves crash up on them. Later, when I was older, Grandpop let me man the rudder. The skies were blue, the sails blew open, and the smiles were wide.
Monday, November 17, 2008
Holiday Cheer
We have a new tableware set at Joann's Fabrics that would be perfect for a Holiday cocktail party.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Homework
Our assignment this week was to illustrate the nursery rhyme 'Hey Diddle Diddle' as a children's book spread, in fabric. I went a little off assignment. I used the characters from the nursery rhyme, and I used fabric, but I decided to make a mobile. I had so much fun working on this. I even learned some new stitches thanks to some great videos I found on the web. Now I'm ready to blanket stitch anything. I had a really great time working on the little characters, and the little dish and spoon really make me smile with their skinny little legs. The better to run away with.*As soon as I find a blank wall in our apartment I'm going to take a better picture.
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Holidays Underfoot
I am so excited to let you know that we are in a new product category - rugs. So far, all of our artwork has been on paper; greeting cards, gift bags, paper plates, etc. But we have now officially moved onto other surfaces, and it is very exciting. Home Comfort makes really fun throw rugs, and they have produced two of our Holiday Rugs, which will be available January 2009. 
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Candyland
It's never too early to start planning for the holidays, right? Well, it's a little early, but I am very excited to share this design with you. 
Will you be hosting a kids holiday party? This tableware set could be perfect for you. Sweet tarts and gum drops abound while an adorable penguin hugs his favorite holiday treats, the sweeter the better.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Leaf Peepin' Trips
We recently took a couple of great leaf peepin' trips. The first was to New Paltz and the Mohonk Mountain House. 
This resort holds a special place in my heart, as it is where we got engaged. It was by the lily pond, on a bright sunny day. Mohonk is a perfect fall destination. The views are wonderful from any point on the grounds, and if you hike all the way up to their lookout tower, you can see 5 states.
Our second trip was to Woodstock, where we stayed at The Wild Rose Inn, and went to Levon Helm's Midnight Ramble.
This was a Birthday surprise for John, that turned out not to be a surprise, but was still amazing. I think one of the best things about living in the Northeast is enjoying the four seasons, and although Spring and Fall seem much too short, they are a wonderful time of the year.
This resort holds a special place in my heart, as it is where we got engaged. It was by the lily pond, on a bright sunny day. Mohonk is a perfect fall destination. The views are wonderful from any point on the grounds, and if you hike all the way up to their lookout tower, you can see 5 states.Our second trip was to Woodstock, where we stayed at The Wild Rose Inn, and went to Levon Helm's Midnight Ramble.
This was a Birthday surprise for John, that turned out not to be a surprise, but was still amazing. I think one of the best things about living in the Northeast is enjoying the four seasons, and although Spring and Fall seem much too short, they are a wonderful time of the year.
Monday, November 3, 2008
I've Been Tagged!
I was just tagged by the talented Miss Kate of Kate Honarvar Designs. We started our adventure in the licensing world together, and I love that we've been able to cheer each other on.
Now I have to come up with 7 things about myself that you all out there don't know about me, and then tag 7 other people.
1. My nickname in grade school was Vger.
2. I have way too much Britney Spears on my iPod, but come on, it's great for running.
3. I used to be addicted to Fritos Corn Chips (original or BBQ) and can still taste them when I look at the packaging, but I don't go near them now.
4. I can jump on a pogo stick and walk on stilts.
5. I like to make piles; paper piles, book piles, clothes piles. I am not naturally organized.
6. I used to brush my eyebrows straight up in high school (senior year specifically). I'm not sure why I thought it was a good idea, and why none of my girlfriends stopped me, but my senior year portrait will forever be proof of that beauty blunder.
7. The bottoms of my feet are VERY wrinkly. I like to think that's where all of my wrinkles will end up. My feet may look 70, but my face still looks fresh ; )
Here are some inspiring artists that I'm passing the TAG to:
1. Aimee Sicuro
2. Crystal Kluge
3. Jannie Ho
4. Holli Conger
5. Ellen Crimi-Trent
6. BJ Lantz
7. Jennifer E. Morris
Now I have to come up with 7 things about myself that you all out there don't know about me, and then tag 7 other people.
1. My nickname in grade school was Vger.
2. I have way too much Britney Spears on my iPod, but come on, it's great for running.
3. I used to be addicted to Fritos Corn Chips (original or BBQ) and can still taste them when I look at the packaging, but I don't go near them now.
4. I can jump on a pogo stick and walk on stilts.
5. I like to make piles; paper piles, book piles, clothes piles. I am not naturally organized.
6. I used to brush my eyebrows straight up in high school (senior year specifically). I'm not sure why I thought it was a good idea, and why none of my girlfriends stopped me, but my senior year portrait will forever be proof of that beauty blunder.
7. The bottoms of my feet are VERY wrinkly. I like to think that's where all of my wrinkles will end up. My feet may look 70, but my face still looks fresh ; )
Here are some inspiring artists that I'm passing the TAG to:
1. Aimee Sicuro
2. Crystal Kluge
3. Jannie Ho
4. Holli Conger
5. Ellen Crimi-Trent
6. BJ Lantz
7. Jennifer E. Morris
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