Puppy Shower

My good friend Sharyn recently had a new addition to her family and I felt it warranted a party...why not!  It was a beautiful afternoon for a puppy shower.  We had cake and lemonade and Sharyn received little gifts for the guest of honor:  a sweet little girl named Lyla.

Of course my Luna had to check out the gifts.  Goldens always think they are the guest of honor!

Lyla was very well behaved and was totally passed out by the end of her first party.

The humans enjoyed my lemon pound cake and the canines snacked on doggie treats.  A good time was had by all.

Meet Flossie and Grace

It has been a long time since I've posted.  I've been busy getting my Etsy shop back up and running.  Here are a couple of new dolls that I made for actual playing.  Do little girls (or boys) actually play with dolls anymore?  I hope so.  I remember spending the whole day "setting up" all my dolls and accessories on the lawn.  Then my best friend Diane and I would play taking our dolls for walks and  dressing them in little outfits.  I have wonderful memories of our doll playing days.

These dolls are simple with simple removable clothes.  They are made in linen and durable cottons with embroidered faces so they are safe for young children although I think ages 3 and up would be appropriate.  I love their soft hair made from a felted woolen sweater and stitched on by hand.

Grace

Flossie

Now go play with dolls!

Celebrating Earth Day

In honor of Earth Day and a special exhibit at the Walpole Artisans Gallery I have created two one-of-a-kind journals made from recycled fused plastic bags and brown paper bags for the insides.  This is such a fun craft and the fused plastic is very strong!  These would be great to take on vacation or to camp because they can stand a little dampness.

This one reminds me of African mud cloth but it is actually a Target bag layered over a tan shopping bag with stars.

Got carried away and made this little tote to hold them both.

Here is the ad for our Earth Day show.  We have unveiled our new logo which was designed by me!  

Happy Earth Day....Love your Mother!

What did I make today?

Here is my latest soldered piece.  "Birthday Girl" pendant where I used an old image from a vintage cookbook and silk ribbons and beads to enhance the chain.

Spring Dance Pendant

Here is my latest soldering piece made from a vintage chandelier crystal.  This is a learning piece since I am  just a beginner in soldering and have no idea what I am doing with wire wrapping.  Totally learning from books on that one and if anyone could watch me who did know what they are doing, it would be hysterically painful!  I am all thumbs with my pliers but am trying!  I do like the way it turned out even if my loops are a little wonky.

The flip side features old sheet music and german glass glitter.  I used an old rosary for the necklace.  I love those old rosaries.

Homage to Joseph Cornell

I have long been a fan of Joseph Cornell, the self taught assemblage artist and sculptor from the mid twentieth century famous for his "cabinet of curiosities".  My recent foray into soldering has opened up all sorts of possibilities into shadowbox and assemblage art.  Here is my animal friendly "taxidermy" done in an old book that has been hollowed out.  The scene was carefully constructed from paper, wire, wood and stone and then set under glass and soldered.   I really love the effect.

Bunnies are Multiplying

I have the most wonderful stack of vintage satin blanket binding in those dusty fifties colors.  I made lots of little bows.

And made little bunny bow ties!  These cards are in the local gallery but if you would like to purchase one let me know.