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Art Inspiring Art – Starry Night
by KirstenBailey on 7/12/10 | View Comments Comment(s)
One of the things I love about art is the way it can inspire other artists and artisans. I love how when different people view a piece of art, they each take something different away from it.
In this “Art Inspiring Art” series of blog posts, I’ll be choosing my own …
Dealing With Creative Block – And Why Self Promotion counts!
by KirstenBailey on 6/26/10 | View Comments Comment(s)
Creative Block Journal by Mypipsqueak
Over the past couple of months, I’ve been in a terrible creative funk. I haven’t had the motivation to create, and even worse I haven’t even been motivated to promote my work properly.
I haven’t done all those little things I used to do -
listing or relisting …
Emerald City – Handmade Emerald-Coloured Treasures
by KirstenBailey on 5/03/10 | View Comments Comment(s)
Limited Edition Wizard of Oz Art Print – EMERALD CITY – by Robert David Bretz
Yes, it’s May already – is it just me or did that sneak up on us?
May’s birthstone is Emerald, so I’ve picked out a few of my favourite Emerald-coloured treasures from around Etsy:
Top to bottom, …
A Night in Paris
by KirstenBailey on 4/09/10 | View Comments Comment(s)
– A romantic Paris night at the Eiffel Tower – Print by An Alliteration –
Paris would have to be #1 on my list of places to visit. I’ve never been anywhere overseas but I’m determined to get there one day. Until then, I’ll content myself with these beautiful Paris-themed items …
Easter Eggs – All Year Round!
by KirstenBailey on 4/02/10 | View Comments Comment(s)
Birds Nest Necklace featuring Turquoise Jasper by E Ria Designs
Easter is upon us, and so I couldn’t resist doing a post on my favourite egg-themed items on Etsy. Of course, you don’t need to keep these beauties just for Easter – they’re perfect for all year round!
I just love this …
Timeless Trees
by KirstenBailey on 3/27/10 | View Comments Comment(s)
Anyone who’s been to my Etsy store would know I have an affinity for trees. I love painting trees – I never quite know how they’re going to turn out until the painting is done.
I think the symbol of the tree is a wonderful thing to feature in artwork, because …
Tea Time
by KirstenBailey on 3/22/10 | View Comments Comment(s)
There aren’t many things better for soothing the frazzled nerves after a day at work than a nice cup of tea (except maybe a glass of wine but that’s probably not as good for you!)
Some days I feel like the only tea drinker in a world of coffee drinkers – …
Turquoise Treasures
by KirstenBailey on 3/11/10 | View Comments Comment(s)
Pantone’s colour of the year for 2010 is turquoise – It’s a bright and beautiful hue and one of my favourites. There are so many beautiful handmade items in turquoise out there – I’ve chosen just a few of my favourites.
First up, this beautiful unique pendant by Simply Willow – …
