busy for art's sake

TRULY....I have been toiling away for art's sake! Between the shop, Studio Works, and a few secret projects, life's been hectic here in my neck of the woods!

I have made a new batch of LOOK CLOSELY necklaces. I love that you all love them and buy them up... so I hope you don't mind that I put a new little twist on them once again! There are so many pretty ribbons out there now, they make me long for Spring, so I thought there'd be no harm in trying some different ribbon!! I've also added an extra touch to some of the dangles, using copper flowers, beads and vintage buttons.

I have been concentrating more on the REVIVED RELICS part of the shop. I really love using old things as my muse for a piece. Unfortunately, I had some pieces made for the shop, but they've been whisked away for some of those "secret projects". I am currently making more, so please stay tuned!

BIRD & FLOWER

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In other new happenings, I started a Flickr group called "Studio Works: art, treasure and tales".  You would not believe some of the beautiful shots that are being posted in the group! We also have some fun discussions going on as well, and I've made some new friends, that are not only fabulous artists, but just good ole fabulous folk in general!

This is a little close up from Abby Gabert's studio. I'm drooling at the sheer goodness of it!

This is new shelving that Big Daddy built for me!! FINALLY...nice and organized!

to the left is my little shipping corner, I'm thinking of hanging a curtain there to hide the endless stash of peanuts, tissue, boxes and other packing material. I have to say.... having that corner makes all the difference in the world!

I will continue to feature more gorgeous and creative photos from this group, but if you want to get inspired go check it out! AND feel free to join!

OK...I've got to head back up to the studio! I'm having a bit of trouble getting good photos of my FUNKY STIX for the shop, so back to the drawing board for me! If I get any, I'll post a few. OH WAIT! I did get one decent shot of the cute handmade gift box that the STIX will come in!

The papers and ribbon will vary according to what I've got in my paper/ribbon stash, but they will all be equally beautiful, and perfect for gift giving! FUNKY STIX are made to wear in your hair, or use as a pretty addition to your shawl or scarf.

OK....NOW I am really signing off!!

xoxox

UPDATE: OK...it's 4:18 am and I can't sleep! I've had a bit of a flu, and I keep coughing, and I don't want to wake Big Daddy. He has been so wonderful this weekend, taking care of all of the house hold chores, hauling wood, shoveling snow, making breakfast and dinner so I could get many projects done while being sick! The least I could do is let the man get some sleep!

I wanted to mention that I have done a a bit of an early Spring cleaning in the shop. There are quite a few items on sale...(some are really big savings)....in just about every category. So if you've been pining a way for something, maybe it will be on sale!

I have started to take a bit of a turn with my art and jewlery...I've always been one to go forward in my creativity, I don't stop for too long in one place. So cleaning out the shop (like my studio)is a mental "moving forward to the next creative endevor" step.

thanks for listening....

posted by: sweetpeas at February 17, 2007 19:03 | link | comments (11) |

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#1  17 February 2007 - 21:55

 

Ooh, I LOVE your shelves! Doesn't it feel so nice to be organized? All your storage boxes look so pretty with their tags.

I keep reading with envy your posts about justBe! Wish I could go!

CreatureBug

#2  18 February 2007 - 11:50

 

Hi Jes!
Thanks for the nice comment on my blog!
I really like your "found object" jewelry! They are so lovely!

Anonymous

#3  19 February 2007 - 14:04

 

I really enjoy the Studio Works group, wonderful to see everyone's spaces. Your pendants are beautiful!

Have a great day!

Anonymous

#4  19 February 2007 - 16:37

 

Jes, I'm drooling over *your* studio space!!! Go Big Daddy! Everything looks so fabulous!!!!! =)
~Leslie

Anonymous

#5  20 February 2007 - 13:46

 

Jes, I already commented on Flickr, but, I have to tell you again how much I love your new shelves!! And those baskets from Xmas Tree Shop did come in handy.

Anonymous

#6  21 February 2007 - 18:55

 

Jes, your new studio space is so to die for as I must have mentioned before already. And I love your new pendants and your magic wands!
I haven't had a chance to take that many photos for Studio Works but I just wanted to say that it's really such nice group, very inspirational. Thanks again for setting it up and for inviting me, as I never manage to join anything unless I'm asked... :)

Anonymous

#7  23 February 2007 - 07:22

 

I'm swooning over your handmade shelves. Such an awesome space... My "Space" is still a work in progress... it's not quite where I'd like it to be, but soon.

Hey... what has ever happened with our Journal... or both of them? I never did get the Spring Fling one and I'd be curious to know where they ever landed.

Anonymous

#8  24 February 2007 - 05:26

 

Your studio looks wonderful my dear!!! I love the shelves and the boxes with tags!

Hugs,
Susan

Anonymous

#9  25 February 2007 - 01:33

 

Jess - I just got the "heart and soul" necklace today and wore it to a special afternoon of tea with my girlfriends. It's a glorious necklace. I love it! Thank you and rock on with your work!

stephanie

Anonymous

#10  26 February 2007 - 00:46

 

your look closely necklaces are so incredibly lovely, the first photo makes me catch my breath.

the photos of your shelves and boxes are fab! makes me want to organize

Anonymous

#11  06 March 2007 - 16:35

 

wow jess!! the bird necklace is stunning! love that!

and the peek inside your studio is marvelous, i love seeing where you create! :)

jenny

Anonymous

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