Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at 6:00AM 
workshop peek. yourself. finishing. where i stood. full. makes me smile. home.
bedside table. fork. starts with E. my girls. 3:00 o'clock. collection. entrance.
walking. bad day. in my fridge. perfect. in your hand. something i don't like.
Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at 12:03PM It's almost time to begin this SIMPLE and FUN workshop and I am super excited to share the final sneak peeks with you! GO GREEN is sure to change the way you look at your recyclables! READ ALL ABOUT IT HERE! Then join me in creating something beautiful - REGISTER WITH ME HERE!
***PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL INSTRUCTORS OF 21 SECRETS HAVE BEEN GIVEN AN INDIVIDUAL AFFILIATE CODE FOR REGISTRATION. IF YOU REGISTER THROUGH MY CODE I WILL GET CREDIT AND PAYMENT FOR THE WORKSHOP! I APPRECIATE EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU AND THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THIS ENDEAVOR!***
Friday, February 15, 2013 at 6:00AM This is my BUDGET BOARD. It is a board of all the items I wanted to see in my new living room makeover. It was really crowded at first, but then I remembered I actually HAD a budget and so some things fell off of the board.
This is what prompted the board. A simple but fatal mistake when it comes to me and decorating - I moved something. Just one thing.
And I had motive, two motives actually. My family of seven had been enjoying these WHITE LINEN sofas for over six years. And while they certainly proved their worth, this lovely dim photo doesn't show their true loving wear & tear. The second motive being this beautiful (uhum) laminate TV wall unit. It was the only thing I could find to fit. That's all I will say about it.
This is similar to how it looked at the store. I loved that it filled a big empty wall. I loved that it will so slim - the shelves only about 18 inches deep. I loved that it was super sonic cheap. I DID NOT LOVE, NOR WILL I EVER LOVE the dark color. I couldn't even find a photo of mine if that tells you anything. But what I did LOVE was this.
I took a dark, laminate, Target Library Table and turned it into this shabby white beauty. (See how here) And so I wanted more of this... If you would like to see how it all turns out, check back often. I will have it all done and ready to post soon! And it is GOING TO BE PRIIIIITTTTTTY!
Wednesday, February 13, 2013 at 6:00AM Have I ever mentioned I have a sweet addiction to fabric? Nah - never I am sure! Especially the cool raggedly vintage stuff. Pulled out of the dryer, after a fresh wash, it is more raggedy and yummier than ever.
Random, doodle style stitching just makes it all the yummier -
These chunky pieces of fabric make lovely fabric art journals. 
This one is headed to Montana.
Monday, February 11, 2013 at 10:09AM Here is a super easy, last minute Valentine tutorial, that you can do in under 15!
These are lovely as big banners hangng from your favorite artwork or slateboard and just as sweet in a miniature version on notecards!
1. Cut duck cloth into pendant shapes 2. Cut hearts out of felt or wool and stitch to center of each pendant 3. Stitch pendants to long strip of muslin. EASY PEASY!
Sunday, February 10, 2013 at 6:00AM I love it when someone takes one of my workshops and shares their creative beauty - like this BEAUTIFUL ARTFUL HANDBAG created by Monique, in France.
I was thrilled when Monique agreed to let me share her pretty project!
What a wonderfully talented artist she is! Thank you for sharing Monique!
If you are interested in creating the ARTFUL HANDBAG, please learn more about here or click on the WORKSHOPS tab at the top of this page to read about my CHUNKY IDEA KEEPER WORKSHOP that was featured this month in GREENCRAFT Magazine!
Friday, February 8, 2013 at 6:00AM 
Currently – I am…
Missing MY GROWN DAUGHTERS. I know I raised them to spread their wings and fly away, but I changed my mind. I want them back. Well, maybe not BACK back, but mostly back. A weekend here or there is not enough anymore. I need more time. More FACE time. Phone chats are great, but I always hang up feeling sad. Like I missed something. A hug maybe.
Purging MY STUDIO DRAWERS. I have a goal this year to NOT PURCHASE any new art supplies - or at least not until I have used something up. I have been weeding through the tons of stuff and have decided to "upcycle" some of it in some neat new projects this Spring.
Wondering WHAT THE OUTCOME WILL BE. Health issues are always scary, even when you know they probably shouldn't be. So why am I so nervous about an upcoming appointment?
Creating A NEW WORKSHOP. I am honored and proud to be part of this year’s all new 21 Secret Workshop. 21 Artists joining together for one full year of artistic learning and fun! I am also working a few other workshops and tutorials that will go live this Spring!
Offering UP MY WORRIES and MY TIME. I want to help more. I want to count more. I want to matter more. So I am volunteering more at the school, at church, or just when a neighbor needs a hand.
Thanking GOD FOR SOME TIME WITH FRIENDS. Even just a few moments with a really special person in your life can make all the difference. I will smile bigger this week just for having had that time with her.
Listening to THE QUIET. I am alone today and I am relishing the quiet. Later there will be music and chatter and I will love that, as I always do, but for now - just pure sweet silence.
Focusing ON MY FAITH. No matter how many curves life throws my way, I have to be vigilent in my faith. I can not pretend to know what God has in store for me. So, while it may seem the path is tough, and IT IS TOUGH LATELY, I must remain faithful. It is the only way.
Sorting THROUGH MY CLOSET. In trying to find one simple item today I realized I need to sort. I am SO organized, but often find my most harried moments are when readying for the day ahead of me. My closet drawers often take the brunt of the hurried assault. Nice neat piles will make me happy again.
Learning THAT I AM STILL IN LOVE. When times are tough and life is difficult, we often take it out on the ones we love. It is with great relief that I find we can still smile through it all and laugh at the end of the day. We forgive, forget and move on. Only with TRUE LOVE is this possible.
Sewing SCRAPPY BITS as part of my upcoming new workshop, and a few fun little things for my Valentine's!
Loving MY NEW WINGBACK CHAIRS. I have been SAVING, SAVING, SAVING for new living room furnture and it is HARD! Every single time I almost had enough LIFE happened. It stinks, and I pouted a little a few times, but I am FINALLY THERE. My true love helped me the last leg of my journey with a sweet birthday gift and I have my lovely new things...stay tuned for photos!
Saturday, February 2, 2013 at 6:00AM Here is sneak peek 3 of the upcoming 21 SECRETS WORKSHOP! I can't wait to share with you, the simplicity of this colorful GO GREEN ART JOURNAL - recycling made pretty! READ ALL ABOUT IT HERE! Then join me in creating something beautiful! REGISTER WITH ME HERE!
***PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL INSTRUCTORS OF 21 SECRETS HAVE BEEN GIVEN AN INDIVIDUAL AFFILIATE CODE FOR REGISTRATION. IF YOU REGISTER THROUGH MY CODE I WILL GET CREDIT AND PAYMENT FOR THE WORKSHOP! I APPRECIATE EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU AND THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THIS ENDEAVOR!***
21 secrets, art, art journal, sneak peek, workshops | in 21 secrets, art journal, live the repurposed life, workshops | Email Article | Permalink Friday, February 1, 2013 at 6:00AM Just a reminder that this hits the stands today! Read all about the CHUNKY IDEA KEEPER and then join me in my workshop and create your very own version of this on the go organizer!
