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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...

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My 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...

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What 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...

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Sakura 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...

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Sketching With My #Gellyroll Pens

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Trisha 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...

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Minnesota 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...

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The 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...

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What 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...

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Elephant 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...

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Time 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...

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Doodling 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...

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A 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...

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Studio 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...

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Get 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...

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Adult 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,...

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A 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...

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Weekend 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...

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My 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...

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Rest & 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...

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Quiet 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....

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Wall 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....

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Burlap 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...

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My 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...

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Feeling 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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