A few good things

by Cindy on November 12, 2009

I hope you’re staying dry wherever you are visiting from….it’s another wet and chilly day around here! 🙁  BUT I do have a few good things to share that just might brighten your day.

Just in time for the holidays, Susan Tuttle is offering “quickie” class:  Holiday Digitial Card Making Workshop.  If you missed her Visual Poetry class and wanted to do something fun with your photos, stop by and see what she has in store.  This one looks like it will be full of great information and starts on Nov. 16th.

kc-willis-flag-artOh my goodness, look at this beautiful flag!  “The Women-The Flag” is an incredible 32″x50″ piece of art by KC Willis.  I’m fairly new to KC’s blog, but just found out 1) she will be giving away this flag!!! and 2) she will be hosting an online marketing workshop for artists that will really appeal to many of you that are stopping by!  KC’s workshop will begin in December, and here in her words, are the topics that will be covered:

• Creating a cohesive, signature look
• Working in series
• Consignment vs. wholesale
• Pricing your work
• The differences between approaching a gallery, a shop, an on-line retailer or a catalog
• Using Social Networks
• PR-how to get written about in newspapers and magazines
• Marketing your work without leaving home
• The Pros and Cons of having an Artist’s Rep.
• Researching your market
• Licensing your work and your name.
• Blogs vs. Websites
• Selling on-line
• Keeping motivated
• Becoming fearless
• And soooooo much more.

To learn more about KC’s Marketing Mindset workshop, just visit here.

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And finally, a COUPON that will come in handy for many of you!  I received a generous gift from Artbeads this week, and a coupon code was included to share.  For 10% off  your order, please use coupon code SCF10P-ARTBEADS-0424 (expires Dec. 12, ’09).  Can’t beat that combined with their free shipping!

Have a great day –

siggie5

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Reasons to smile

by Cindy on November 9, 2009

Happy Monday everyone!

‘Hope everyone enjoyed their weekend.

It was back to the grindstone today, and a trip to the DMV no less!    With the famous waiting required to renew a driver’s license, my little guy started to get restless.  In the end I got so desperate to keep him entertained (he had already gone through most of the contents of my purse and even threw my passport behind the counter!), that I reluctantly grabbed a bag of Halloween candy to occupy him.  There’s a new Raisinette fan in the world today. 🙂

For some strange reason I Googled Raisinettes, and the first thing I found was this recipe.  How timely…a fudge wreath with chocolate covered raisins (who knew?).

Back to the title of my post…. I spent some time reflecting on some of the good things in life, and thought I’d share 5 recent ones that made me smile.

1.  The weather this weekend was incredible!   While on a walk, my son found this big pile of leaves and couldn’t resist!  I was lucky to have my camera with me.

Ah, to be 5!

Ah, to be 5!

A successful landing!

A successful landing!

2.  A nice day trip to Harper’s Ferry.  The kids started working towards a Ranger badge that is available there so we plan to return again soon!

The crew in Harper's Ferry, WV...a city rich with American History

The crew in Harper's Ferry, WV...a city rich with American History

3.  A new pair of earrings!  I have such little time to create these days, so I’m happy to complete the tiniest project.  These will head to my Etsy shop soon.

Crystal and annealed steel wire earrings w/ sterling earwires

Crystal and annealed steel wire earrings w/ sterling earwires

4.  Participating in a fun Art Exchange.  I received this beautiful polymer clay pendant by Jennifer at Jen Judd Rocks! This shade of red is so vibrant and cheerful.

Jen Judd Rocks! handmade focal

Jen Judd Rocks! handmade focal

5.  My online friends make me smile!  This gift from sweet Sharon of Livewire Jewelry was so much fun to open.  I was so amazed to finally see one of her ATCs in person.  It is so detailed and beautiful.  And look at these dangly earrings…complete with my birthstone.  Thank you, Sharito!

Beautiful creations by Sharon B.

Beautiful creations by Sharon B.

Have a great afternoon…and thank you so much for stopping by (that makes me smile too!).

siggie4

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An anniversary give away!!

by Cindy on November 7, 2009

Dawn over at The Feathered Nest is always so generous with sharing great information and inspiration.  It was through her blog today that I found a wonderful new blog, Trash to Treasure Art. Lynn is celebrating her one year blog anniversary with an incredible give away.  This gorgeous charm bracelet is just one of the pieces of art that will be given away!  Please stop by and enter for your chance to win! 🙂

trash-to-treasure-charm-bracelet

Have a great weekend!

siggie3

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