“Dragonfly is the power of light. The dragonfly inhabits two realms: air and water; and the influence of both these elements will be felt by Dragonfly people.” ~ Lins Domain This is the last week of the Encaustic Nature in Art exhibit. My Damselfly-Dragonfly Diptych will be up until April 1 and then the gorgeous […]
Last Friday The Art Center in Highland Park hosted three openings. There was the flagship opening of Primal Awareness, my personal favorite Encaustic Nature in Art and a student show of Mosaic art work. The turnout was quite overwhelming. We had one of the first few warmer days (mid-40s) and people took advantage of this […]
Last month I had an inspiring online marketing consultation with NetworkHoncho.com that is energizing me to get my rear in gear. So I’ve been sifting through my Etsy listings to see what is at Stella and Aurora Rose Boutiques and what can be re-listed, needs uploading, or might be donated to a good cause. My […]
Short months always have events sneak up on me. This Friday, the Art Center of Highland Park is hosting two exhibit openings, and I am thrilled to be in one of them. The free and public opening reception is on Friday, March 7th from 6:30-9 pm with drinks and other refreshments. FUSEDChicago Member Jenny Learner […]
I picked up some inspiring books from the yarn-bombed library the other day, and that prompted me to head into my studio and clear some things out. My studio had become a chaos of Holiday production followed by the dump site of all my fair display items. Creating 43 Ornaments and 35 pieces of jewelry […]
I’ve been living in my pajamas for most of the month, sloth that I am. Abstract Earrings and Sparkly Pink Butterfly Heart However, I’ve had reason to go out on a few occasions which led me to mix and match some pieces. Pop of Denim wire collar Make them your own by popping over to […]
I’ve been Etsyfying over the past week and loaded several earring pairs in time for the day of love on the 14th. Hop on over to my store and take a peek at all the newbies. Enter LETLOVERULE14 in the coupon code box through the end of the month to get a $5 discount. Aurora […]
This week I picked the warmest and sunniest day to make my way to Aurora Rose Boutique in Lemont and freshen up my inventory (look for the earring and pendant sets next time you’re there). It was nice to come out of hibernation and be inspired by the creativity of the other 40+ vendors who […]
Today the remaining pieces from the EXPO are coming back home, and then I am taking a holiday break. While I will be tempted to write up blog posts for the remainder of the year, I am going to allow for time to reflect and not post anything until the new year. This will help […]
It is always fun to come up with new combinations as I take my Maraviglia out and about. Under Lock and Key wax and wire Pendant Spiral collar necklace, double spiral earrings not yet listed. At one recent fair I couldn’t resist a long beaded necklace and I am working on creating a ‘hook’ for […]
