Time flies by

I cannot believe that it is the last day of September. Where does time go? I have so many projects going on, it’s hard to stay focused long enough to finish anything. I have made some slow progress on my studio. I still have quite a bit of work to do but I’m getting there. [...]

Art, art, and more art!

This coming month is going to be jam-packed with art. I cannot wait! On Sunday, the Muse Council (aka Washington County Mixed Media Artists) is getting together. These ladies are most talented and a lot of fun to hang out with. We’re going to be working on soldering.
Art & Soul starts this week. I’m taking [...]

Black & White swap

I participated in a  black and white themed charm swap recently. Here are pictures of the beautiful artwork. I showed my mom tonight when she was at my house and she was impressed with everyone’s creativity.

Don’t miss this opportunity!

 
Joujou Charm Necklace
and Earrings
A magical workshop featuring Deryn Mentock

Saturday and Sunday, October 18 & 19, 2008 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Hillsboro, Oregon
Workshop fee: $250
To register, please contact Denise
You can find more about Deryn on her blog at http://somethingsublime.typepad.com/
All images and designs copyright Deryn Mentock
Used with [...]

Sunday evening already?

This weekend was very busy. I got a new cell phone on Friday and I am so happy with it. I had been with the same company every since I got my very first cell phone, which was more than 10 years ago. I get a nice corporate discount with the new company. And I’m [...]

Rewarding experience

Intel turned 40 this year. In commemoration, the CEO announced that instead of spending lots of money on parties or gifts for employees (how many t-shirts or coffee cups do you really need anyway?), they would target the money they would have spent in a different way. In the past Intel has granted a lot [...]

Phone recommendation

It’s time to retire the old cell phone and get a new one. I really want an iphone. That means switching cell phone companies. I’ve been fairly happy with Verizon but roll-over minutes with AT&T is a great plus. Wonder how coverage is in the Portland metro area.  I’m open to recommendations so if you [...]

Joujou Workshop

Joujou Charm Necklace and Earrings
A magical workshop featuring artist, Deryn Mentock
Oui! Let’s play! A juju is a charm or amulet with “magical” powers. The word “juju” is derived from the French word joujou meaning “toy” or “plaything.” In this class, we’ll spend a fun first day playing with charms. We’ll assemble [...]

Latest book

Last Friday, this book by Kelly Rae Roberts, Taking Flight, was delivered to my doorstep. The cover alone is a beyond stunning, don’t you agree?

Flipping through the pages, I was in awe of the amazing work contained within the covers.  Kelly Rae’s interpretation of each contributing artist’s techniques are beautifully demonstrated. The photography enhances the [...]

Weekend update

Ever have one of those weekends that starts out wonderfully productive but slowly wanes and by Sunday, you’re feeling exhausted and as though you still have a million things to do? It really is a good thing I have people around helping me because there is no way I would’ve accomplished a thing without them.
I [...]