Frosted Floral / Glitter Snow Canvas

What an absolutely wonderful class we had last night at our Scraps and Prayers.  That group is such a joy in my life.  My 25 cent sale was a big hit and a big success.  What a fun way to share with others and give your unused items a good home.  Our art canvas project was a huge success, as well and not even too messy.  Everyone did a great job.

Here is another 8 X 8" artist canvas I've worked on lately.  This one was made with some tree dies that I've had for so long, I don't remember where I even got them, but I love them.  Have I mentioned how much I love our Frosted Floral Specialty DSP?  It's soooooo pretty!

I had attached my trees before I decided to add the glitter snow, so I think they threw off my snow placement a bit, but I went ahead with it, just for the experience of creating it.  However, snow does blow into different heights of drifts, so maybe it could really look like this.  You think?  I decided to make my snow really sparkly so, before it dried, I sprinkled Dazzling Diamonds glitter over it.  It sticks instantly and doesn't come off.  Gorgeous!

You can barely see it (intentional) but I have Mint Macaron trees slightly offset and attached behind the white glimmer paper trees, to add more depth and a hint of color.

Now, I'm off to continue with my Holiday Open House Party prep.  There's a storm of creating going on in my studio right now.  I'm not letting our leak disaster slow me down and I refuse to stop creating.  I just can't.  Fun times!

--- NEXT CLASSES / EVENTS:

--- Holiday Open House Party
     Nov. 18 / 2:00-5:00 / A 'no fee' event
     RSVP REQUIRED TO ATTEND

Make and Take Sneak Peek:

- Dec. 10 / Scraps and Prayers / 5:30-7:30 / $15.00
     Beautiful Christmas Cards / Class will be limited to 6.
     PAY TO REGISTER ONE WEEK PRIOR TO CLASS.

 --- Special Drawing for Customers
You have until the end of November to qualify. 
You'll get your name in the drawing once for EACH order ... Now through Nov. 30.   
CLICK HERE FOR ALL THE INFO. 

Winter Woods / Snowflake Showcase Canvas

Here's the canvas project we'll be making at our Scraps and Prayers class this week.  This was a really fun one to create.  I used some of my favorite DSP.

I cut the 3rd tree a little shorter, for added interest.  I used Pool Party ink to sponge around the edges of the canvas, to give a little more of a finished look.

I prepped the canvas with Gesso before I started, including the edges, and then applied another top coat over the top of the DSP.  (I used clear Gesso to attach the DSP to the canvas.)  The Gesso helps the ink and the DSP to adhere better to the canvas.

--- NEXT CLASSES / EVENTS: 
- Nov. 12 / Scraps and Prayers / 5:30-7:30 / $15.00
     Mixed Media Christmas Project
     REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.

--- Holiday Open House Party
     Nov. 18 / 2:00-5:00 / A 'no fee' event
     RSVP REQUIRED TO ATTEND

- Dec. 10 / Scraps and Prayers / 5:30-7:30 / $15.00
     Beautiful Christmas Cards / Class will be limited to 6.
     PAY TO REGISTER ONE WEEK PRIOR TO CLASS.

--- Special Drawing for Customers 
CLICK HERE FOR ALL THE INFO.
If you haven't yet placed an order with me, you'd better get in on the fun!  You have until the end of November to qualify.  You'll get your name in the drawing once for EACH order.  Several of you have already earned having your name placed into the drawing more than one time.  Good luck!  Maybe you'll be a lucky winner!  Are you feeling lucky?

Our Church in Tranquility, New Jersey ... All Hearts Come Home for Christmas

First, I want to share a photo with you of our former church in Tranquility, New Jersey.  A big part of my heart is there ... at Christmas and always.  New Jersey will always own part of my heart ... because of the beautiful people we knew there and because it's just a beautiful place to be.

Sorry it came out a little dark, but when I tried to get the photo outside, all I got were reflections in the glass.  I love this country church.  It was called 'the spire among the mountains' and was often used on the front of Christmas cards.  We had the most amazing organist.  She could play anything and play it well.  When all the choirs sang in this little country church, there were a little over a hundred singers.  Wow!
Now, would you like to see one of my absolute most favorite projects that I've ever made?  I love this one, especially because of the beautiful little church.

It really is straight and even inside.  It keeps slipping some in the frame.  I'm going to have to adjust it a bit.  Aren't the little houses adorable?  There's a church with a beautiful steeple.  I intentionally let it go outside the square.  I think it adds more interest.  Look closely and you'll find a teeny tiny snowman, too.  I love the stamp:  "All hearts come home for Christmas."

Now, just so you fully appreciate how much time and effort went into this project ---

The houses, church, trees, snowman --- Each and every one involves 3 layers of WW card stock AND a layer of Sahara Sand CS.  They are all painstakingly glued together, one layer at a time.  I got so wrapped up in doing this project that I kept at it until, the next thing I knew, it was finished ... and a lot of time had slipped right by me. 
It brings me great joy to make something that my friends and family and I can enjoy for years to come, as a part of our Christmas decor.  The little church reminds me of Tranquility Methodist Church in Tranquility, New Jersey.  So, yes, at one time, I was a Jersey girl --- and proud of it.  My father was the pastor at this church.  He was one of the best, perhaps the very best preacher I've ever heard --- and I've heard a lot of them, trust me.  I strive to live by many of the lessons he taught me through his sermons, his every day living, and his love of God and family.  I miss him every day.  I'll share more throughout the coming holidays about family, friends, and special memories.  Christmas just brings those out in many of us.  All hearts come home for Christmas.

ONLY 2 REMAINING KITS FROM CHRISTMAS RETREAT.  GET YOURS WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. / $40.00 / EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO MAKE 18 CARDS! 

UP NEXT:
December 11 -- Scraps and Prayers Class:
     5:30-7:30 / $15.00 / Christmas Cards and Tags
It's going to be a party atmosphere at our last class for 2017.  I've even been working on a hand made present for you!  The class is filling up fast, so be sure to reserve your spot right away!

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- Let's create something beautiful today.