One of my favorite things to do is find fun new artists on the internet. It's been raining here, so today I was held by Tanya Bond's painting of Cynthia and her umbrella.
And, of course, these festive ladies:
Check out more of Ms. Bond's 'charming creatures'!
♥ Shannon
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Project Runway
For some reason, I thought that a good way to learn how to sew would be to sew myself an outfit for the Renaissance Festival in just a week using a pattern that includes a corset. Oh dear!
I feel like Tim Gunn is going to walk into my sewing room any minute and tell me to make it work.
Or I just wish he would!
♥ Shannon
I feel like Tim Gunn is going to walk into my sewing room any minute and tell me to make it work.
Or I just wish he would!
♥ Shannon
Monday, September 27, 2010
Brooch Love
Happy Monday! It's raining in Maryland, prompting me to pull out my coats and sweaters. As I begin to arrange my fall wardrobe, I have been paying special attention to an accessory I have never really worn before: the brooch. Here are some of my favorites today:
I bought this little beauty from Merrimask. Her work is spectacular.
I am very seriously considering buying this from HungryDesigns immediately upon posting this!
This is such a beautiful and bold accent piece! I want the lace pictured with it....
♥ Shannon
I bought this little beauty from Merrimask. Her work is spectacular.
I am very seriously considering buying this from HungryDesigns immediately upon posting this!
This is such a beautiful and bold accent piece! I want the lace pictured with it....
♥ Shannon
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Vera Neumann
Angela Hardison posted these gorgeous pictures of this book and now I must have it.
Which leads me to a good question: there are wedding registries and baby shower registries...but what about birthday registries? Or holiday registries? Perhaps a Happy-Halloween-Shannon-Here-Is-A-Beautiful-Book registry?
Look at these pictures. Think it over. Let me know if you're ready to start the trend.
Enjoy! ♥ Shannon
Which leads me to a good question: there are wedding registries and baby shower registries...but what about birthday registries? Or holiday registries? Perhaps a Happy-Halloween-Shannon-Here-Is-A-Beautiful-Book registry?
Look at these pictures. Think it over. Let me know if you're ready to start the trend.
Enjoy! ♥ Shannon
Sunday Lovely
Sunday mornings are a very calm and private time for me. I find myself drawn to lovely and inspiring things. Today, it is the work of Pulsatilla. Here are some of her pieces:
I am loving the rosy hues and the personality in these little birds! ♥ Shannon
I am loving the rosy hues and the personality in these little birds! ♥ Shannon
Friday, September 24, 2010
Autumn Spirits
There is something about an autumn night that makes me want to add a 'k' to magick, and possibly run a ring of salt around my home. Especially when I am outside I feel like at any time I might run into one of these:
What a precious and impressive little fairy house. It's so cozy and perfect! Enjoy these nights--the winter will come quickly! ♥ Shannon
What a precious and impressive little fairy house. It's so cozy and perfect! Enjoy these nights--the winter will come quickly! ♥ Shannon
Wish List
If I were to buy something extravagant that I do not need given my pre-existing sets of dinnerware, it would have to be...
this gorgeous Lenox Simply Fine Dinnerware, Chirp. I can already envision the beautiful place settings now. They would go perfectly with some fantastic clear chairs like these, even though I already have not one but two lovely dining room tables...
A girl can dream, yes? ♥ Shannon
this gorgeous Lenox Simply Fine Dinnerware, Chirp. I can already envision the beautiful place settings now. They would go perfectly with some fantastic clear chairs like these, even though I already have not one but two lovely dining room tables...
A girl can dream, yes? ♥ Shannon
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Creatures
Whew! I've been busy, but I thought I'd pop in because these little guys wanted to say "hello!"
Good news: it's almost Friday! ♥Shannon
Good news: it's almost Friday! ♥Shannon
Good Morning!
Mornings can be tough, especially as it gets darker. Here are some bright images from a shop I am loving:
Enjoy! ♥ Shannon
Enjoy! ♥ Shannon
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Autumn Equinox
Cooler weather. Changing leaves. Harvest moon. It must be fall!
Anyone from Southern California knows that fall means Santa Ana winds, but on the East Coast it's probably my favorite time of year. After all, it means crisp walks outdoors, rich fabrics with bold patterns, and, best of all, everything pumpkin!
Anyone from Southern California knows that fall means Santa Ana winds, but on the East Coast it's probably my favorite time of year. After all, it means crisp walks outdoors, rich fabrics with bold patterns, and, best of all, everything pumpkin!
images via weheartit
Pumpkin pie, pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin bread, pumpkin seeds...yes yes yes! Happy Fall! ♥ Shannon
Last Hours of Summer
Soon it will officially be fall, so this is my last chance to post these beautiful pictures from one of my favorite summer days. Matt and I found a little farm with a sign that said:
They were so beautiful and the field was filled with gorgeous butterflies. And of course, then I had lovely arrangements to brighten up the house!
Ah summer, I have loved and always will love you. See you again soon! ♥Shannon
They were so beautiful and the field was filled with gorgeous butterflies. And of course, then I had lovely arrangements to brighten up the house!
Ah summer, I have loved and always will love you. See you again soon! ♥Shannon
Hello!
Hello, my name is Shannon, and this is my new blog about art, crafts, and pretty things. But first, here are some things you should know about me:
So, those are a few things about me. Stick around, and you'll learn more! ♥Shannon
1. I am a girl.
2. I have a Matt and a cat (Artemis!).
3. I love all things crafty.
4. Especially art journaling and scrapbooking.
5. I am learning how to sew.
6. I really enjoy painting and I show at a local gallery.
7. I love music. I sing, play piano, and dance.
8. I have a secret dream of being a writer (shhh, don't tell).
9. I drink tea. Every day.
10. This is my little red dot.
So, those are a few things about me. Stick around, and you'll learn more! ♥Shannon
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