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Lotta, Pony girl and Patricia.

finally I have a few moments on this mother's day to catch up on my very long list of things to do. I'm enjoying my day by the way. Lovely little presents received. Breakfast in bed, followed by tickles with both the kiddies. I can't escape the washing that is heaped up in piles everywhere and I don't trust anyone else in the household to do it!

So before the little munchkins come home from their bike rides in the park with Mr N, I will get back to the list.

Now available in the shop are 3 original paper dolls, Lotta, Pony girl and Patricia.

Mother's Nest

A new limited edition print now available in the shop. I have printed it onto archival watercolour paper 185gsm.

hi ho, hi ho...

This week, I've been at my dark little corner, working on some graphic design and branding for this company. It is a slow process, but  I'm making tracks and enjoying working with them. It is good when you get a client that you can relate to, and you love their stuff!

Apart from that I've finally put some new cards in my shop. I have two weeks to finish everything on my project/working list.

Right now I can hear the sounds of cars driving passed my house, birds, a whipper-snipper, and Mr A and his little friend making silly, funny noises in the play room whilst playing with lego. I should really go down and see if they want a blueberry muffin.

Listening in on their conversation has been most amusing. So I thought I would share a little..

Both friends attend different schools and have not seen each other since kindy last year...

A: "are you in love with Olivia?"

J: "No."

A : "Well, then who are you in love with at your school?" giggle giggle

J: "I'm in love with Georgia"

A: "Well, is that a boy or a girl"

J: " A girl  I think"

The conversation directly led onto Mr A saying,

"look that is where my dog threw up today" giggle giggle.

shop update

a little shop update for the first time in months. enjoy your day.

shoes and kokeshi dolls

As promised I am updating my shop and will have new works available from Monday night Jan 21st. Brisbane, Australian Timezone.  Meanwhile you can see them over on my flickr page.

I also have a new free wallpaper called "Suki says". Look at the top of the screen to your right.

to market to market to buy a fat......

there might be a pig. you never know. this month I'm doing the market scene. No... not a local market, that is too much hard work. I'm participating in the November Poppytalk Handmade Market. I'm not selling any livestock or homegrown tomatoes, but you can find a link here to some of my work. This market is truly a wonderful idea. there are many talented crafters and artists who have all set up stalls along side me this month. So go and visit, no need for suncream or gumboots, the weather is fine in virtual market land. Great way to find a festive present or two and a fantastic way to find out about some very talented people too.

yep, more cards

I did these ages ago...months infact. I almost forgot all about them, until yesterday. Each card is a print of original collages comprised of old papers and  portions of a letter I kept from my Pa (other grandfather not the one below). Share a laugh. Share a treat. Share the joy. Share the magic.

They'll be in my Etsy shop ASAP. Now there is only one other card design I'll release for the holiday season this year. I'll keep you posted.

swish

Enjoy your day...give someone a flower.

it has started

I've already had a few shops and people ask me if I am selling Christmas cards this year. I am, so I guess they might need them soon..like now! So I'm showing you a few of them. These will be available in the Etsy shop and I will be adding more soon.

dancing horses??

hi! well it has been a very jammed pack and hectic week. So glad to catch up with our friends, but I can't believe a week has gone. I've had a few spare moments to be continue my wips and complete a few illo jobs. I opened the windows of my study today to let the spring air in  and all these new ideas started flowing in! So I am in a crazy artistic mode again. I'm painting horses, matryoshkas and birds, updating my collection site, getting frustrated with Etsy, listening to my children get hysterical about ridiculous things, painting pet rocks and going to 5 year old birthday parties. Maybe it is the change of season that is sending me batty! These new cards are now available.