Weekend Sketching and the Movie, The Hundred-Foot Journey.
I love it when I find some time to do a little practice sketching. This one was done using gel pens. Don't you just adore the way the ink spills out of a these pens? I'm kind of pleased with the way...
View ArticleMy Favorite Pin Repinned
I pinned this picture a couple of years ago and it is one of the pins that gets repined on a regular basis.My kitchen has a bay window, and the colors are similar. I really liked the way this kitchen...
View ArticleWhat exactly is doodling?
I can't talk on the phone without doodling. It's helps me connect to my conversation. I'm not good at doing multiple things at a time but doodling helps me focus. It helps me relax. It gets my...
View ArticleSakura Gelly Roll Pens - So Good!
I fell in love with Sakura Gelly Roll Pens a couple years ago. I asked my sister to get them for my Christmas present one year. I love making art with these pens. The paint just oozes out of them in...
View ArticleTrisha Yearwood's Skillet Apple Pie Made In A Cast Iron Skillet.
A couple weeks ago, I made Trisha Yearwood's recipe for an Apple Pie in a cast iron skillet. It was so delicious that I thought I better share it with you guys. Believe me, you're going to want to try...
View ArticleMinnesota Bachman's Spring Revival Ideas House
Today, on a whim I decided to go check out Bachman's Spring Revival Ideas House. It was so inspiring.Bachman's is a floral, gift, garden and landscaping store. It's a family business that has been in...
View ArticleThe Bachman's Spring Revival Ideas House - Part 2 Continued.
Yesterday, I showed you pictures from the Bachman's house and didn't even get inside the house. So many ideas I want to share with you. Today, I'll be showing you some unique ideas from the main...
View ArticleWhat is Intuitive Painting To Me, and How Do I Do It?
To me intuitive painting means trusting the creative muse to show up and turn my painting into something I love.This means, I start out with no idea what my painting is going to be. (a lot like my...
View ArticleElephant Sketch and Big Eyed Girl
I know it's has been a while since my last post. Time sure does fly.I've been busy drawing and painting.This weekend I finally got to watch the movie "Big Eyes"I really liked it.Here is some art I...
View ArticleTime Flies When You're Having Fun.
I hope that you are enjoying some beautiful summer weather. It's been nice here in Minnesota and I find myself just taking in the laid back summer days. I need it so. A couple weeks ago, my daughter...
View ArticleDoodling Art My Favorites.
I did these a while back and never shared them with you all on my blog. As you know, I love to draw and doodling is one of my favorite ways to relax. I get into such a relaxed state while drawing all...
View ArticleA Quick Video Sketch - Draw With Me. and Hello L.A. by Clay Borrell.
I love watching videos of someone drawing. Add some music to it and I am immersed in the pleasure of it. The simpler it is, the better. Just take me along for the ride.I hope you will enjoy my first...
View ArticleStudio Snapshot and Current Work
I have a spare bedroom where most of my paint and crafting supplies live. But truth be told, I like being around my family when I create. I can talk to them, ask them what they think as I go, even...
View ArticleGet To Know Virginia J. Bailey Interviewed By Patience Brewster Artist Q&A...
I was recently asked to be part of Patience BrewsterArtist Q&A Spotlight Project. This was my first time I had heard of Patience work and so of course I immediately went to check it out. Patience...
View ArticleAdult Coloring Book - It's Good For Your Soul. #smallproductlab
A quick post about something I'm working on.On September 28th, I joined a free online course called #SmallProductLab. offered by Gumroad.It is a short course that helps you to come up with a product,...
View ArticleA New Twist On The Chocolate Chip Cookie
Last night, my son surprised me by making Chocolate Chip Cookies with a New Twist.He used the Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe listed on the back of their bag.The surprising twist was that he...
View ArticleWeekend Art and Pet Photography.
I've been enjoying a very nice weekend playing with the pups. I love trying to get pictures of them that show their personalities. I'm finding that pet photography has become my new passion.I also...
View ArticleMy Review Of EcoGecko Earth Globe Air Revitalizer - H20
It's usually at this point in February where I say, "Okay, enough winter all ready." I'm so tired of dry skin, hair, air, dry everything. We need moisture! Our weather temperatures were cold enough...
View ArticleRest & Relaxation at the Hotel Indigo San Antonio/Riverwalk.
Have you been to the Hotel Indigo in San Antonio on the Riverwalk? My husband and I recently stayed at this hotel. I heard about it through the money saving site called Groupon. We knew we wanted to...
View ArticleQuiet Reflection - New Painting
A friend recently inquired whether I had any new art to share. I've been quiet on my blog. So this is for you my friend. Thank you for encouraging me.This is some recent work. I hope you like it....
View ArticleWall Stick Twig Word Art
Hi again,I don't think I ever told you about this project I made last winter. It's something I am still enjoying.I had gone outside to pickup all the sticks that had fallen from my trees in the yard....
View ArticleBurlap Kitchen Curtain Valances
A while ago, I told you I would show you some curtain valances I made using burlap.I really love the understated elegance of burlap. I have it sprinkled throughout my home. These are in my kitchen.I...
View ArticleMy First Effort At Making a Rope Bowl - I love it!
A few months ago, I set an intention to finish the many projects I started and never got around to finishing.This rope bowl was one that I started quite a while ago.It was really fun to make and pretty...
View ArticleFeeling Artsy and Oh, so Clever!
Surprise! Who would have guessed you would be hearing from me today? I know it has been a long time and honestly it's because I haven't been feeling so artsy lately. Or, maybe it's not that I haven't...
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