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Working outside vs. Working at home

Working form home can be very isolating. And for those of us in the creative realm, sitting at home with only your computer for company can cripple our creativity. To remedy that situation, I try to work outside the home at least 2 times per week. Last week I set up my office on a bridge overlooking the Loxahatchee river. [caption id="attachment_931" align="aligncenter" width="400" caption="The view from my office"][/caption] I was joined by a few out other lovers of the great outdoors.(Note to self. Add paddle board to bucket list) [caption id="attachment_932" align="aligncenter" width="400" caption="I need to try this..."][/caption] While...

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Wordless Wednesday

   

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DIY Promotional Products

I was visiting my local dollar store recently and I picked up a 4 pack  of mini memo books. I wanted to brand them with my my logo and some of the illustrations that are usually featured on my handmade pillows. I figured they would make a perfect give away when I participate in my first art and craft show next month. [caption id="attachment_825" align="aligncenter" width="400" caption="Mini Memo Books"][/caption] Here is the process. Measure the cover of the memo pad and prepare your are work to fit the measurements. (My cover is 3" x 5") Use a clamp to hold...

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The facts about Christmas Trees

Real Christmas Trees... There are approximately 25-30 million "real" Christmas trees sold in the US each year. There are close to 350 million real Christmas trees currently growing on Christmas tree farms in the U.s. alone, all planted by farmers. North American real Christmas trees are grown in all 50 states and Canada. Eighty percent (80%) of  artificial trees worldwide are manufactured in China, according to the U.S. Commerce Department. Real trees are a renewable, recyclable resource: Artificial trees contain non-biodegradable plastics and possible metal toxins such as lead. There are more than 4,000 local Christmas tree recycling programs throughout...

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Crafting With My Mom

I have been busy creating and fulfilling Holiday orders so I have not been able to update my  blog as often as would like - (SEO Note - updating your blog at least 3 times per week increases you ranking on the the major search engines). Anyway, my friend Liz has offered to share a story about the joys and challenges of crafting with her mother. Liz's S. Crafting with her mom [caption id="attachment_610" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="My Friend liz - Tennis Pro"][/caption] When I was in the first grade, my mom made me a bride’s costume out of some old...

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