07/19/2012
Fabulous Feature: Vintage Drum Carder
This week’s feature comes from Sayra and is truly unique, not to mention beautiful. Plus, it has one of my favorite features, functionality. I love that Sayra actually uses her vintage drum carder to blend fibers that eventually become felt.
Sayra Adams
Artist behind Atomicblue Fibers
http://hatdiva.blogspot.com
“I love my vintage drum carder! It’s a tool of amazing possibility. I use it to blend my many fibers. The ‘batts’ I make with it can become felted objects…needle felt…or even wet felt many things!”
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07/17/2012
Feature :
Tuesday’s Inspiration
True friends support self-expression!
Photograph by: Linda Lewis
Northern Exposure
www.necards.com
07/12/2012
Fabulous Feature: A Furry Friend
Who says your favorite work item has to be an inanimate object? Who says it has to be an object at all? Thanks to Cathie for reminding me that inspiration comes in all shapes, sizes, and species. And who doesn’t need a little furry friend now and then?
Cathie Carlson
http://magicmarkingsart.blogspot.com/
http://www.etsy.com/shop/MagicMarkingsArt
www.magicmarkingsartstudio.com
”Although my favorite studio item is not really a piece of equipment, it does enlighten my days and brings a touch of fun to my art room. Being an artist and small business owner I really cannot afford to hire an assistant. Therefore I was pleasantly surprised to find one who’s not only worth her weight in gold, but whose only requirement at the end of the day is a cozy lap and a small dish of food.”
Say it with me… awwwwwwwwwwwe!
07/11/2012
Spellbound
Are you ready to be Spellbound? One look at this amazing event in Pasadena, California will have you saying “YES!” The mother/daughter team of Debbie Murray and Shea Fragoso have crafted an experience you are not soon to forget.
www.spellboundevent.com
Spellbound will give you the opportunity to flex your inner creative goddess with jewelery making, paper crafting, stitching, painting, and much much more. Our friend Michele Muska will be teaching several classes including one where you can make this lovely cuff:
We hope you can make it to this truly inspiring event.
07/06/2012
Parisienne Farmgirl Magazine: Features Jo Packham
Parisienne Farmgirl Magazine
www.parisiennefarmgirlmagazine.com
It is always a great honor to be featured in any publication. And that is certainly the case when it comes to Jo being featured in the latest issue of Parisienne Farmgirl Magazine. A small excerpt from the article will have you running to get your own copy:
“Neither our dreams nor our lives are ordinary, why should the space in which they are realized be?”
07/05/2012
Fabulous Feature: Whimsical Chair
What if we all just let go of perfection and decided to just find the beauty in small flaws? Wouldn’t life be full of joy? That is part of the reason I chose today’s fabulous feature. This chair is full of character, color, style, and makes me smile. I am so happy that Jennifer chose this piece to share with us.
Photo Credit Jennifer
Simply Creative Boutique
http://simplycreativeboutique.com
“This Whimsical Funky chair is my favorite piece in my Boutique! I love it because I made it and when I did I just let go of trying to be perfect and did what i felt like in the moment! It was wonderful to just let go and not think, and it was so much fun. It Inspires me and reminds me to just let go and create, to use my imagination, to dream, and be free!”
I hope this chair m
07/04/2012
The Possibilitarian Project: Featuring Jo Packham
Our dear friend Kelly Rae Roberts always finds ways to inspire us, and hopefully you. Her new blog series, or movement, The Possibilitarian Project is serving as a new way to touch the lives of others.
You can of course read all about Kelly Rae and her amazing new project by visiting her site. Where you can be uplifted, inpsired, and even nominate deserving future “possibilitarians”.
Our own Jo Packham was Kelly Rae’s first featured “Possibilitarian” and we couldn’t be more excited about it. Jo has dedicated her career to making it possible for other’s to succeed. We hope that you will hop on over to Kelly Rae’s site and check out her feature on Jo. Warning: Be prepared to be inspired, motivated, and moved.
07/01/2012
A Month of Fabulous Features
We love featuring the items you love. Here is a peek on what we’ve featured this month. And if you want to be featured we’d love to hear from you:
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Wings
Wall Unit
Paint Shelf
Desk
06/28/2012
Fabulous Feature: A Rather Lovely Desk
What if your desk were so much more than a desk? What if it offered storage, display space, and inspiration for your future projects? I feel that way when I look at Heather’s desk. I also feel a little envious. Isn’t it just gorgeous?
Heather Smith
Just Lovely Things
www.justlove.ly
“My favorite item right now is my desk. I’m addicted to wood organizers and this is how I use them!”
I think that we can all agree that Heather uses them just right.
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06/26/2012
Feature :
Tuesday’s Inspiration
“Yes is the answer to the meaning of life.”
Graphic Artist-Janeen Koconis
Koco NY
www.kocony.com
06/24/2012
Fabulous Flowers
We spend so much time in our workplaces. Whether that space is your home, office, or studio we are typically there for multiple hours every day. Being indoors a majority of the day can be a little gloomy at times. Fresh-cut flowers are the perfect way to brighten up your space and bring the outdoors in. When was the last time you filled up your vase with a little bit of sunshine?
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06/21/2012
Fabulous Feature: Paint Shelf
Storage can be a huge issue in your work space. Finding a place to keep pens and paper can sometimes be challenging. Imagine if you had to find a place to put hundreds of things. Many of you with studios or craft rooms face this challenge everyday. This is why I thought this week’s feature from Mary was perfect.
Photo Credit: Mary Palmer
Square Nail Crafts
www.facebook.com/squarenailcrafts
I love Mary’s solution to paint storage. A custom piece of furniture is sometimes the best option to stay organized. Here is what Mary has to say about why she loves her paint shelf:
“My husband made it for me according to my measurements. It holds about 1000 bottles of acrylics! I have my mason jars on top of it filled with buttons. All of my paints are arranged in color families and alphabetically. Delta Ceramcoats are on the top shelves and DecoArt Americanas are on the bottom shelves. Each bottle is labeled and within easy reach of my paint tables. I wouldn’t want to be without it!”
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06/20/2012
Mission Possible: where women create BUSINESS
Today we have a SUPER SPECIAL SURPRISE announcement from our own Jo Packham:
Jo Packham and Stampington & Company are launching a new magazine: where women create BUSINESS.
And…Chase has a new campaign: Mission: Small Business which is the selection of 12 companies for a $250,000.00 grant. This is an opportunity for all of us to help each other. Each company who has submitted for the grant must receive 250 votes before they will be considered – which is more difficult than it sounds!
The grant would be used to create a website for “where women create BUSINESS” so that we will all have a place to go when we have a business question that no one can … or will .. help us with. There will be Q&As with successful women entrepreneurs, videos, tutorials, and more. A vote for “where women create Business” is a vote for a resource that is so needed by all of us in our artisan entrepreneurial worlds. This grant would be the beginning of your new and/or continued success of your passions!
Go to https://www.missionsmallbusiness.com/, click on “Log in and support,” search for “Where Women Create Business” and click vote. We realize it is a number of steps and appreciate your help.
PLEASE CAST YOUR VOTE TODAY … you are voting to help so many!
06/19/2012
Mirror, Mirror
It’s time to admit it—I love stained glass windows. I think I could spend days wandering through old European towns and admiring the stained glass windows in all the churches. I’ve always wanted to bring stained glass into my workplace. It would be a lovely source of inspiration each day. That is why stained glass mirrors are the perfect compromise. They are perfect for your home, office, workplace, or studio.
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Mediterranean Swirl from French Morocco Design
- Fiesta from StaindShardStudio
06/17/2012
Feature :
Happy Father’s Day!
Happy Father’s Day!
P. Flynn Design, Inc.
www.pflynndesign.com
06/14/2012
Fabulous Feature: Wall Unit
Storage is necessary is any work space, studio, office, or home. But storage doesn’t have to be all function. It can serve as a centerpiece to a room. That is why I love this week’s feature from Katie.
Photo Credit: Katie Orse, LLC
http://www.katieorse.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/katieorsellc Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/katieorse
This wall unit not only serves as storage but also as a lovely focal point for the room. I think it would fit nicely in most spaces and you could incorporate your own style by the decor you add to the shelves. But, enough about what I would do. Why does Katie love her shelving system so much?
“This is my favorite item from my studio. It is my 5 shelf Expedit wall unit from Ikea. I purchased this almost 10 years ago and it has lasted several studio moves and redecorations. The 2-drawer units are removable if you want them in or not. Totally customizable for anyone’s organizational needs!
Everything I need to run my business is housed in this unit. Space saving and at a reasonable price.”
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06/13/2012
2012 Old Glory Antiques Fair
Are you in or near Colorado? You won’t want to miss the 2012 Old Glory Antiques Fair in Littleton, Colorado this weekend (Friday, June 15th & Saturday, June 16th) In fact, it may be worth a weekend trip.
06/13/2012
Embellish Your Home: Layered Decorative Pillow
I love pillows of all shapes and sizes. If it were up to me, my couches, chairs, and bed would be a sea of beautiful pillows. Now, thanks to “Embellish Your Home,” I can get one step closer.
Making your own decorative pillows is easier than you think. This step-by-step tutorial will have you piling on the pillows in no time at all.
I never knew it could be so easier to make such fun pillows. What are you going to put on yours?
06/07/2012
Fabulous Feature: Wings
There are some things in our work spaces that are there to serve as inspiration. And isn’t inspiration an important function in your life? To me inspiration is just as necessary as a working pen or charged phone. This is why the wings from Stacey seemed perfect to feature this week.
Photo Credit
Stacey M. Curry
http://starhitchedwagon.blogspot.com
I love the idea of having something in your home, office, studio, or workplace that reminds you of your goals. Stacey knows how to stay motivated with they help of her beautiful wings:
“I love these wings that hang above my desk. The were made by my sweet friend Shelly Kinnison. My business tag line is ‘For the Girl with Roots and Wings’ so they are a perfect reminder for me to be brave and use my wings!”
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06/06/2012
The Handcrafted Wedding: Treasure Box Tutorial
Who doesn’t like treasures? I think we all have little trinkets and things that we will “treasure” forever. That is why I adore our latest feature from “The Handcrafted Wedding.”
This tutorial on how to create treasures boxes for your wedding is simply wonderful. I’d go as far as to say “Why wait for a wedding?” Just make them for fun. Little girls (and big girls) will love storing their favorite items.
You want to go grab a box and store your treasures right now, don’t you?
06/05/2012
Feature :
Tuesday’s Inspiration
Anne-Sophie Rutsaert / Correspondances
www.correspondances.com
06/03/2012
A Month of Fabulous Features
In May we started featuring some of your favorite items from your work space, office or studio. We can’t wait to continue this feature in June because it is wonderful to see what is important to YOU. In case you missed any of the “Fabulous Features” from this month:
Alphabet Desk:
Large Brown Tile:
Paint Cubby:
Flowers:
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05/31/2012
Fabulous Feature: Flowers
This week we are featuring an item (or in this case items) that brought a smile to my face. I sometimes focus on the fuctionality of everything and forget to stop and smell the flowers. Thanks to Jude for reminding me to do just that.
Photo Credit
Jude Griffin
(no website)
These flowers aren’t only lovely but fuctional. But it makes me happy to see that even Jude gets caught up in the pure beauty of the flowers.
“My favorite studio item is the flowers I use each week for botanical illustration. Sometimes it’s hard to focus on the drawing or painting–I just want to soak in the beautiful colors and forms. “
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05/30/2012
Presenting Aron Ralston
Calling all Utah Where Women Create fans. Mark your calendars for June 13th, 2012 and get ready to be inspired by Aron Ralston. He will be at Peery’s Egyptian Theater in Ogden, UT for one night only. We hope to see you there.
Aron Ralston, renowned mountain climber behind the 127 Hours fame, will make a Utah appearance during the 2012 Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Show this June. Ralston will share his inspirational story along with a special screening of the Oscar-nominated film at Peery’s Egyptian Theater in Ogden, June 13 & 14, 2012.
The groundbreaking adventurer will account his experiences as documented in the movie 127 hours and international bestselling book Between a Rock and a Hard Place during a special presentation June 13 at 8 p.m. An autograph session will follow the presentation that evening. On Thursday, June 14 at 7:30 p.m. a special screening of the Fox Search Light film, 127 Hours will occur.
Tickets for Aron Ralston’s June 13 presentation are now available in advance at Peery’s Egyptian Theater or online at www.peerysegyptiantheater.com. Advance pricing is $15 for adults and $10 for students, or at the door $20 for adults and $12 for students. Tickets for the special screening of 127 Hours on June 14 are $5. Seating is limited thus purchasing tickets in advance is strongly recommended. Ticket holders will be entered into nightly opportunity drawings with prizes from outdoor manufacturers such as Suunto and Icebreaker.
Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance (SUWA). Patagonia has committed to match Grassroots’ contribution of $5,000 to the SUWA if the event sells out.
05/30/2012
Embellish Your Home: Hand-Painted Glasses
We are so excited to once again take you inside the pages of Embellish Your Home. The book sparks your imagination and gives so many ideas to add lovely touches to your home.
Today we are sharing a simple and beautiful way to decorate your table, hand-painted glasses. You can customize your glasses for guests, seasons, or holidays. The possibilities are truly endless. The best part? Each glass is a unique view into your creativity.
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I am already thinking of hitting up some local thrift stores to find unique glasses to paint.
