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Postcard Holder as Artist's Tool

I recently purchased a wire postcard holder from Stampington & Company. I'm really pleased with my purchase and I plan to use the holder in a variety of ways, e.g., to:

• Display my new mixed-media/collage cards in my home.
  
• Use as a promotional display at Craft Shows.
• Display art pieces that are works-in-progress in my Studio.

I believe I will benefit most from displaying my works-in-progress on the postcard holder. Some Artists call these pieces starts. I've found that when I display half-finished works of art in my studio - and let them rest - my sub-conscious takes over.

During the next few days (or weeks), I might be working on an entirely new project. But I usually glance at my starts and new ideas begin to tug at my muse. Soon, I come up with the perfect way to finish one of my starts.In a way, I will be using my Postcard Holder as an Artist's tool.

Here's the postcard holder. What do you do to keep the creativity going?

Tussie Mussies for the Craft Show

I've been making vintage-type items for an upcoming Craft Show. The event happens in two weeks - and there's still so much to do!!

Although I enjoy dreaming up new products for the Show, I do miss my daily sketching which has been pushed aside lately. Here are some Tussie Mussies which I recently completed.

Have a Creative Day, Darlene

Mixed-Media Paperweights

Here are two paperweights that I created, and sold, at a Craft Fair a few months ago. The second image, of the girl, comes from the PaperWhimsy Shop. (Full Disclosure - I have no connection to the Shop. I'm just a happy customer.)

On another note, I think I'm getting better at sizing my blog images. Let me know!

Have a Creative Day, Darlene

Happy Spring

I really need to get more organized. I have not blogged in a week because I've gotten involved in too many activities. (I'm experiencing "Blog Guilt.") The Spring season is a good time to pare down one's schedule - and focus on the most important areas (or projects).

I think this ATC is appropriate for the Spring season. Happy Spring - and warmer days in the future!

Have a creative day, Darlene

Inchies - The Path to Greater Art

I've been out of town for the past few days so I have not been able to blog.

Each time I create a series of new Inchies, I usually come up with ideas for larger works of Art. I'm thinking of using the "Joy" inchie below as a springboard for a larger canvas. I might use a different word, e.g., "Dream" or "Create."

Since making Inchies isn't as demanding as developing a large mixed-media piece, I think it's easier to let our creative self go out and play. Why don't you try it!

Have a Creative Day, Darlene