On the Farm

I do a lot of custom pieces and among the most popular are pieces for a new baby's nursery. It is always fun to work on something special that will look just right in that new baby's room. This last one I completed is called, Down on the Farm. I think it turned out really well! Mom and baby Max are pleased as well. If you are decorating in a farm theme, know someone who is, or have an idea for something special that will match your nursery's decor, just let me know! These are so fun to do and I am always looking for new ideas!

And more trees!

I can't seem to get enough of trees! This latest tree is one of my favorites! Garden Tree is one of my most exciting pieces! It is a great combination of my trees, my leaves, my patterned papers and my new fondness for using book pages as additional texture and interest. On top of all of that, I just love the colors here. I think the blue is called "spa blue" and the greens are rich and wonderful. These patterned papers are some of the most fabulous of my latest finds! The other new pieces are pretty great. I can't believe that I have never done a daisy piece. I love daisies. So much so that my one and only tattoo (on my toe) is of a daisy. I am very very happy with my simple, sweet daisy. Of course, I am always happy to revisit my birdies, and Coral Birdie is the newest addition to my little art nest. (am I taking this metaphor too far??) And, finally, although my husband does not appreciate my odes to fruit, I couldn't help but make Half a Pear. I was inspired and I think it turned out fabulously. It would be such a cute addition to a kitchen or any corner that needs a little bit of fresh, crisp inspiration!

As always, I am always happy when I have a chance to create! Next to spending time with the family, nothing makes me happier than settling into my tiny studio, plugging in the ipod, and digging into my paper drawer. It is even better when my kids settle in next to me and paint, cut and glue just like mom. I think there are some budding artists in the family!

Trees, trees, trees!

Usually it is birds or flowers. Maybe an occasional tree or tree branch for the bird to sit on. For whatever reason, trees have captured my attention as of late. Maybe it is because every morning I wake up and gaze at the forest of trees outside of my window. This may be the only thing that has ever postponed my first cup of coffee! For whatever reason, my last few pieces have been all about the trees. I am experimenting with different shapes of trees. Who knew that they all weren't those perfect circles that we made in elementary school! There are a couple of new ones that I especially like: Three Little Trees and Fruit Trees.

Although enjoying a carefree summer with all four kids at home has proved to be busier than expected, I am excited to squeeze in some more work in between the biking, slip 'n slides, dog walks, constant request for snacks and other fun summer activities!