So, I’ve been quiet. I usually don’t get that way for too long …. I was in a creative slump. Apparently, I was feeling stressed. But now, with ENPC (Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course) and a large chunk of of nursing competencies completed … I feel better. The fact that I can say ‘see you next …
Not sure what I planned for this week – but I didn’t expect what I got! So it started well enough, with a COE 96 (100+ sheets) glass delivery filling up my (old) studio! But then it got nutty! I am sorry to say that Zen Artisan Boutique is out of business. Yep … before …
I spent the last 48 hours surfing the ‘net … learning techniques and gathering supplies. Oh boy! I am eyeing some new inks (copic markers and Tim Holtz crayons); prepping for our fall shows with more jewelry/displays; ordering (domino) art tile supplies and stamps; and getting ready to load up the kilns with night lights, …
Got through the open house … It was a great gathering and I can’t thank my brother & sister-in-law enough, amazing food and indescribably helpful! Gerard’s Catering – they’re awesome! Unfortunately, DH and I stink at capturing photos … But here’s a great one of my 92 y/o Grandpa T with the twins … Awww! …
So, the countdown for the twins’ open-house is in full swing. Menu has been determined, multiple negotiations for set-up and décor have occurred, deep-cleaning is about to begin … Oh, how I love being Martha Stewart! [Umm, NOT! – but I’m proud of my kids, love my house and 100 closest family/friends that enjoy that …
Sums up my studio week. Throw in some pool time, pooch time, a couple of meals and a whole lot of sleep … yep, that’s what I did! (Alright, I also picked about 4 pounds of beans from the garden, along with zucchini and cucumbers. Those beans have me totally rethinking the raised-bed-garden idea!) Finished …
Started the week bringing a new family member home. Meet our boy, Greco, AKA Rrricco Suave. He’s a big goofy puppy, and DH loves his dorky ears (or lack thereof …)! His coat is so velvety soft! Now that we’re settling into a routine, I’m making stuff in the studio. A new batch of hot …
Slowly, but surely … I’m moving things along. New penDot listings in our etsy shop Very slowly working my way up to a slump load/bowls in the coffin-kiln. Just a few more projects to go … Played with some frit-bits, trying a different sun catcher – dragonfly style … And, we made some ocean-themed night …
So, the house is back in order, thank goodness! Which should mean I’ve accomplished tons in the studio. Sadly, it’s not true. I spent the first three days this week convincing myself I did NOT have ER-acquired meningitis. Turns out, if one burns the candle at both ends for too long, [my] body goes into …
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