Well, it’s true, fall is coming soon. I’ve got 3 NEW artgoodies designs to help make life a little bit better as the cooler weather rolls in.
You might remember from several years ago- the wild turkey, and the big buck. They’re back and better than ever on 100% certified organic cotton! Plus the big buck doubles as a reindeer for holiday time so you can bust right into the season!
Speaking of the season, I’d like to introduce my NEW pinecone towel, another design that’s perfect for fall AND winter! Sometimes you like to go all Santa Santa Santa on decor, and sometimes the subtlety of something like a pinecone design can lend itself to a crisp modern holiday look. Whatever your style, artgoodies and vintagegoodies can assist you. Find the NEW tea towels available here!
color of the month Sept 2014
September! I’m tired of all this talk about fall, summer is still happening folks. Summer goes through the end of Sept, the 22nd to be exact. Embrace it while you can! Which is why I’ve been a little slacky on my blog. I’ve been antiquing, farmers marketing, spending time at the cottage, canning, and spending time with family and friends. More on that later, but now color of the month September 2014!
color of the month August 2014!
August already??? Wow, I don’t even know what to say. In the spirit of time flying, I’m cutting right to the chase with The Color of the Month!
color of the month July 2014!
These hot and humid days of early summer have me thinking of cool blue! My collection of aqua kitchen seems to be exploding off my shelf so I’m going to have to thin it out or find a new way to display one of these days. You can find some new additions here!
Wedding Flowers!!!!
This weekend I was emerged in a bevy of blooms and loved every minute of it! I was so pleased when I was asked to do the flowers for a wedding this weekend. The bride and I had a couple of consultations over the last few months and I designed and planned the following. 22 centerpieces, 6 bouquets, 4 corsages, and a few arrangements for the reception. I miss working with flowers SO much! I really hope to keep getting a random job here and there. Flowers used: coral peonies, white peonies, trick dianthus, protea, babies breathe, freesia, tulips, amazing free spririt roses, hypernicum, and stock.
MORE NEW Designs!
More More MORE NEW DESIGNS! The first half of the year has been busy busy in the studio cranking out new work.
A cherry towel has been on my list for awhile now, and by awhile I mean at least 2 years. What can I say, time flies and I’m only one person. Cherries were a summer staple growing up. We got gobs of them at the farmers market to can and freeze and make into pies. I remember sitting at my grandma’s table pitting them, and dangling the double ones over our ears like earrings.
Then there’s Wisconsin, a departure from my usual linocut designs. After making Michigan I got a couple of custom state requests and voila WI was born. I’m not sure how many will develop in this series. It sure is interesting to research each state and fun to incorporate teeny tiny drawings into the design.
Both are now available here in my Etsy shop.
color of the month June 2014- green ivy
It’s amazing just how quickly all the leaves came out and the plants popped up this year. It seems every year we go from when will winter end, to oh it’s 90 out. Not that I’m really complaining about insta summer, but it’s a little disorienting this year. With the nice weather comes one of my favorite activities-gardening. I’ve spent several of the last weekends gardening at the cottage splitting perennials and replanting them and making new garden areas, and of course helping mom get the big veggie garden in. With gardening sometimes comes the occasional poison ivy when you get into certain spots. And a few spots, I’ve got. This color of the month sponsored by green poison ivy!
more NEW product!
I’ve been a busy little bee so far this year! I’ve been working on these for awhile now and I’m so happy to release them into the wild this evening!
Introducing my NEW artgoodies zippered pouches! Now you can take your artgoodies on the go!
These versatile zippered pouches are handmade with exclusive artgoodies designer twill fabric designed by me! Plus the sturdy liner adds a little extra protection for whatever you might need on the go! Each pouch measures about 4” x 8”. Perfect for use as a: cosmetic case, pencil case, clutch wallet, etc!
Available in: poppy, squirrel, lobster, bike, and shells! Click here to buy!
Color of the Month Red!
May 2014 color of the month. I’ve been gathering up some red vintage pieces in preparation for this setting!
NEW SHELL TOWELS!
I’m super excited about these. Sometimes vacation provides a little bit more than rest and relaxation. I’ve been thinking about making these for some time. After another visit to Florida I got out my shell collection from Sanibel Island and made some drawings. These like my leaf pattern towels are part of my NEW Sketchbook Series. I’m offering 2 colorways: Nautical Navy and Coastal Coral. They are available in shop NOW click here!