pam doodling

I made this little movie of my friend Pam doodling earlier this summer. It's a part of the Big Picture Class that I'm working on. I'm showing how to make a stop motion animation and this is an example.

Registration for the class, now renamed "Craft Happy", opens in just a couple of weeks. So excited! Hope you'll join me. I'll give you a link when registration opens.

hello little bird

This little bird is hanging out on our deck today. He's a baby, right? Any clue what kind he is? He's pretty big for a baby...about 6" tall. Maybe he's a fledgling?

update: We think he might be a robin fledgling...so sweet.

Photo Book

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Ghoulie Express

Gives a whole new meaning to pimp my ride.  

So Corny

New ornament design called Corny.  Available on my WEBSITE along with two Zoltar and Bobby ornaments.

Short Hairstyles 2014

Short Hairstyles 2014

Everyone can look stylish with the right short hairstyles 2014, especially if they have the right facial features that can complement the whole cut and style. Most people – especially women are afraid to cut her hair short because they think that this style has lots of limitation. But they can actually choose the most basic cut and style. With very short and cropped style, they can look different and fresh. This style has very short cut on the front, side, and also back. It is not like the bob short cut with some of the hair remaining; it is a very short style with the hair cut very close to the scalp.

Boyish Hairstyles

Boyish Hairstyles 2014

 With this boyish cut, women can look both masculine and also feminine at the same time. It is like androgyny cut where the aspects of both male and female are present. The rear back is cut very short, but the sides are cut a bit longer with much longer crown top. The sides and the crown are much longer, especially with the side swept bangs that are cut in slightly longer style than the sides. It is the basic boyish cut; only with longer sides and bangs. This cut is very suitable for those with thin and fine hair texture.

Short Crop Hairstyles

 

Short Crop Hairstyles 2014

It is basically just the same as the hairstyle in the first picture, with the cropped style and cut. All the hair and sides are cut in very short manner; the front, the sides, the back, and also the crown. In fact, the hair is cut very short almost near the scalp, making the style look like a military cut but in feminine way. To add a bit feminine and girly touch, the bangs are cut thinly spread on the front, although it is not too long. This cut is suitable for those with very straight or even very curly hair texture.

Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice!

Some creative soul has serious cake decorating skills.  Wish I knew who made it, so I could give credit where credit is due.  This cake is so amazing, there's no way I could ever eat it!  Maybe if I say "Beetlejuice" three times it will appear in front of me???

New Short Hairstyles for 2014

New Short Hairstyles for 2014

New short hairstyles for 2014 will certainly bring surprises for everyone no matter what kind of hair type and texture everyone has. Take this messy short funky hairstyle for example. Just in the minute you see it, you’ll know that this hairstyle offers personalized look which is perfect if women desire to appear gothic. The back part of the hair is so short that it’s similar with boy’s cut but it still has a little bit of feminine look thanks to its side parted long bangs. Fortunately, it goes perfect for both straight and wavy hair so it’s not necessary to straighten the hair first just to get this hairstyle.

New Short Hairstyles for Round Face

New Short Hairstyles 2014 for Round Face

Are you a round face woman and desiring sophisticated hairstyle? Maybe, 2014 will be the right time to try personalized short hairstyle that goes perfect for women with round face. This cut is often characterized with full bangs that are cut around the eyebrow or longer and cover the whole forehead. It is usually chosen for straight hair though it’s possible as well for wavy hair with some additional hair maintenance. Its sleek look makes women appear elegant and beautiful. It may require some layers but make sure not to cut deep layers since it shouldn’t be looking messy.

New Short Hairstyles for Heart Shaped Face

New Short Hairstyles 2014 for Heart Shaped Face

Heart-shaped face women have the same opportunity to be looking stunning with short hairstyles. In fact, the right cut may not be different with short hairstyles for round or oval face. It is cut around the ear and has full bangs that cover the forehead. It’s best appeared in side parted styling. It goes nice for both wavy and straight because it’s cut so short that doesn’t allow the hair to be looking messy. Some layers may be quite helpful to avoid flat hair’s appearance.

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Potterhead

I'm a Potterhead and proud of it.  I decided to watch the last two Harry Potter DVDs in the series last week and was so sad when it ended.  I came across this quote from Emma Watson and it was exactly how I felt when the last DVD ended.  I wish more books and movies captured the creativity & magical world of Rowling.  Even though we won't be purchasing college supplies at Diagon Alley, a girl can dream ;-)  

congratulations, scrapkrazed!

Scrapkrazed, you lucky girl! You won a spot in Claudine's awesome class.

Everyone else, I hope you'll join us...it's a great class! Click here to register.

mini craft room

Look what Karen (mypaperdolldesigns.com) and her daughter Nora are up to:

 

Isn't that adorable? I want a dollhouse craftroom too! Click here for details on how they put this room, and the rest of their adorable dollhouse together.

 

Is it too late to do a Club Little House swap? Because this totally makes me want to do a craft room inspired swap! How about you?

 

p.s. I think I need a Lalaloopsy doll to come live in my little room.

Hairstyles 2014

Hairstyles 2014

Well, there are several choices women can choose when it comes to getting the latest hairstyles 2014. In the next year, it seems that some popular hairstyles in 2013 will remain popular. Let’s take a look at this picture, curly hairstyles are getting more and more popular especially for those with fine hair and want to try something new. While most women think that curly hairstyles are not that impressive, this type of hairstyle can enhance women’s appearance in a more unique yet fashionable way. Aside from long curly hairstyles, there are also other popular hairstyles in 2014.

Long Hairstyles with Bangs

Long Hairstyles with Bangs 2014

 

There is nothing better than having long hairstyles with bangs especially for women who have fine hair. This type of hairstyle does look great for women who want to change their appearance to be more fashionable and get a dramatic change. As seen from this picture, long hairstyles with bangs also look great for women who have curly hair. It improves women’s overall look. The other good idea when going with long hairstyles is to get layers for the lower part of your hair.

Delta Goodrem Short Shag Hairstyle

Delta Goodrem Short Shag Hairstyles 2014

 

Delta Goodrem looks so beautiful and gorgeous with her medium hairstyle. She decides to apply a darker hair color combined with tousled crown layers. No matter how you look at her, she does know how to apply the best hairstyle even with a different color such as a darker hair color. Well, looking gorgeous doesn’t have to be difficult; if you prefer a medium hairstyle then this one can be a good example. If you love long hairstyles whether you have find hair or curly hair, you can apply the right hairstyle that suits with you the most. Happy finding the best hairstyle in 2014 and choose one that best represents your personality.

BOOtanicals

Just posted three new Halloween gourd ornaments on my WEBSITE.  All three were created from gourds for their bodies and the bug ornaments hold miniature gourds.  

Sweater Weather

 The Neighbourhood's Sweater Weather

Technique Toolbox Giveaway!

 

Claudine's awesome class over at Big Picture Classes started today. It's amazing! Today she shares secrets to glue paper without pesky bubbles! Don't you want to know??!

 

 

Technique Toolbox

Master 25 mixed-media techniques in 5 weeks

Starts 7/15/2013 $45.00

 

Create a faux tintype image transfer, make art with Elmer's glue and a plastic bag, create a gesso chalkboard—these are just a few of the amazing techniques featured in this class! Technique Toolbox is your chance to brush up on these (and 22 more) mixed-media techniques with nationally known collage artist and illustrator Claudine Hellmuth as your guide.

 

Technique Toolbox consists of 25 instructional videos and 25 professionally designed "recipe cards" that outline each technique. You'll file these printable recipes inside an adorable handmade toolbox you'll create in class. And that's not all! Claudine has invited 20 fellow artists and crafters to create exclusive projects with her techniques, giving you plenty of ideas for creative, real-world applications—from scrapbook pages to wall décor. read rest of description here

New to Big Picture Classes learn about us and set up a free account here

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Are you feeling lucky? Yes? Well then, you might just win yourself a free pass to this jam-packed class! Leave a comment below with your name and email address and you will be entered into the drawing. I'll select a name on Wednesday, July 17 at 12 noon EST. Best of luck! 

 

Get Ready for Ghoultide

Be sure to check out the fall 2013 Art Doll Quarterly publication for this beautiful Ghoultide Gathering ad.  It will be on newsstands in early August!

Flower Power!

I entered this flower pot in my favorite nursery's contest.  Would you take a few seconds to vote for it?  

Thanks so much!!!

VOTE FOR THIS FLOWER POT

Halloween is Starting to Roll Out

Pottery Barn's Halloween items are now available for viewing.  You have to hit "Halloween" in the search bar.  

The Birthday Girl

Wishing my very beloved grandma a happy 96th birthday! 

I love you Grandma

xoxo

Kristen

afternoon stitching

 

Whatever I'm doing my little guy wants to do it too. So when I saw this super adorable beginner's stitching kit by Lemon Tree Studio, I knew this would be a great way to have him stitch beside me while I work on my embroidery. He loves the plastic canvas shapes...and is so tickled to be using a real needle.

 

But the owl lace cards are too adorable for words. He keeps his little drawstring bag of stitching right next to mine so that when he sees me stitching, he gets busy with his project too.

 

Isn't he an adorable stitching companion? 

sandbox treasure hunt

Thanks so much for your fabulous suggestions for summer fun. So inspiring!

We were also inspired by this idea we found in the June/July issue of FamilyFun Magazine:

Fill 1 ordinary sandbox...

Add a Bucket of Bling...

 

Equals hours of treasure hunting:

 

 

(Sticking out of tongue improves treasure finding odds greatly.)

technique toolbox

My friend Claudine is sharing all her best techniques in her new online class over at Big Picture Classes. You'll learn clever tricks including creating a faux tintype image transfer, how to make art with Elmer's glue and a plastic bag and even creating a gesso chalkboard!

Best of all, Claudine provides this super adorable printable to assemble which will house all the techniques on handy little recipe cards. Isn't it adorable?

Technique Toolbox is your chance to brush up on more than 20 mixed-media techniques with nationally known collage artist and illustrator Claudine Hellmuth as your guide.

Technique Toolbox consists of 25 instructional videos and 25 professionally designed "recipe cards" that outline each technique. You'll file these printable recipes inside an adorable handmade toolbox you'll create in class. And that's not all! Claudine has invited 20 fellow artists (me included!) and crafters to create exclusive projects with her techniques, giving you plenty of ideas for creative, real-world applications—from scrapbook pages to wall décor.

To read the rest of the class description and to register click here. I'll see you there!