Sew Adorable!

Hi Everyone~

If you have ever seen this picture, then chances are that you have

been to Angela’s blog, Sew Loquacious. I have known Angela for

quite a long time and I am always amazed at her sewing talents.

Angela just opened up an Etsy store where she sells adorable

zipper pouches and I wanted to share them with you here.

As you can see, they come in all different styles!

I hope you will go over and say "hi" to Angela--

I know she'd love to hear from you!

Her blog is at: Sew Loquacious

XO

Cindy

It's All in the Details!

Hi Everyone~

I would like to introduce you to Heather Jacob from

Australia. Heather is on the design team at

Scrap for Help and her work is amazing!!

Here are just some examples of her beautiful

creations....

Heather's attention to detail is astounding...

I included pictures here of close-ups of some of her

work to show you how intricate it is...

If you go to visit her blog, you will be able to see some

of these pieces in totality--They are breathtaking!!

Heather's blog, Art and Life is here!!

Thank you so much for coming to visit. I am so happy

for you to meet Heather as she is not only a wonderful

artist, but a special friend, as well. I am tickled pink

to show you her work!!

XO

Cindy

Pure Beauty

Hi Everyone-

I would like to introduce a wonderful woman to you named Celeste of Celestina Marie Designs. Many of you probably know her already!!

Celeste creates beautiful art as you can see by these photos~

But, that’s not all--She makes beautiful tablescapes.

And is there more? Oh yes! Celeste has designed ornaments for the White House Christmas tree and was not only invited once, but twice, to the White House to celebrate the occasions! Here are some pictures from her visits.

I hope that you will go over and visit Celeste and say “hi” from me!

Her blog: Celestina Marie Designs

And if you would like to visit her Etsy shop to see all of her

wonderful treasures, look for this button on her sidebar

and it will take you there!

Have a wonderful, creative week!!!

XO

Cindy

Beautiful Treasures

Hi Everyone~

I would love to introduce you to someone special--

Marilou of Lulu's Lovelies. She creates such

beautiful treasures~

I love this pink creation!

And just look at this beautiful piece~

Marilou has so much creativity and wonderful sense

of "vintage" goodness!! She also has an Etsy store

filled with all kinds of vintage finds.

I hope you have enjoyed "meeting" her~

I am so happy that Marilou agreed to let

me spotlight her here and introduce her

to all of you.

Have a wonderful & creative week!

XO

Cindy

International Artists

Marilia

Hi Everyone~

I would like to introduce you to 2 wonderful

international artists~

The first is Marilia and her work in the

area of scrapbooking is phenomenal...

Marilia

She brings her craft to a whole new level~

Marilia

as each piece is more intricate than the

next. Marilia is from Brazil and as a

visit to her blog is only "a click away,"

I hope you will go visit her to see

all that she creates.

Valerie

Valerie is from Germany and

her blog, Bastelmania is filled

with beautiful artistic

treasures as she works in several

mediums~

Valerie

These are but a few examples of her

intricate and lavish work~

Valerie

Just look at all the detail~

Her layers and textures are so diverse,

as are her color schemes and types of

art she produces.

I hope you've enjoyed seeing the work

of these friends and I want to wish you

ALL a creative week!!!

XO

Cindy

Special Artists~Special Friends!

Cyndi

Hi Everyone~

I would like to introduce you to 2 amazing women~

Cyndi and Mara--Their art work is so beautiful~

Cyndi

They call themselves "scrapbookers," but to me, they bring scrapbooking to a whole new level!

Cyndi

My 2 fabulous guests are from Brazil and I am proud and filled with joy to call them "friends."

Mara

Their work brings a smile to my face~

Mara

and joy to my heart~

Mara

You can just see the delight they share in creating their art~

Mara

And I know that their work will make you smile too!

Mara

I hope you will pay them a visit if you have a chance this week--I know they would love to hear from you~

Wishing you all a happy and creative week!

XO

Cindy

Pure Whimsy~Pure Creativity!

Gaby's Work

Hi Everyone~

When I saw Gaby's work at Colorful Adventures, I just HAD to share it with you!!!

Gaby's Spring time tags

If you want a treat, go visit her blog--so much beauty abounds!

A Close-up

I just love these dainty cards--they're breathtaking!

Debrah Block Krol's Work

Debrah Block Krol is a gallery artist whose style is exquisite! She creates such a wide range of amazing wearable art.

Her website is at: dbkdesigns

Debrah's Handmade Scarf

Just look at this gorgeous handmade scarf~What woman wouldn't love having this as part of their wardrobe?

Debrah's Cuff Bracelet

And here is one of Debra's intricate cuff bracelets....very artsy, very whimsical! She is, indeed, a premium designer and I hope you'll visit her to see wide array of creations. She also has "wrist gauntlets"--wait 'til you see those! They are made of cashmere and are completely dreamy!

Hannah's Tea Party Joy

I know you'll enjoy meeting Hannah of Tea Party Whimsy!

Hannah's Creation

Hannah's joy of life is evident in all of her whimsical creations!

Hannah's Tea Party Hat

Here's a special hat for tea parties~AND Hannah even gives tea parties professionally.

I hope you have enjoyed meeting these talented and diverse group of women who bring so much to art and life.

I also hope that you have a wonderful and creative week!!!

XO

Cindy

A New Week--And Joyful Creations

Sonya

Hi Everyone~

As many of you know, I am having "Excursion into

Beautiful" this week on my personal blog...And

as you can see by these creations of 3 talented

artists, their work definitely fits into this

category.

Sonya

Just look at this exquisite work by Sonya of

Counting My Blessings--Isn't it divine? Sonya is

a very talented fabric artist that weaves joyfulness

and scriptural messages into her pieces. Owning

a piece of her work is like having a blessing

for your own home.

Gerri Herbst

Gerri is a multi-talented, mixed media artist and design team

member. Her work has been published and her

pieces are so varied and amazing.

Gerri Herbst

Look at all the detail in her work--It is

so inspiring. When I visit Gerri's blog,

It's All Treasure, I never know what she will surprise

us with next! It is always a joy to visit and see what

she has in store.

Janet

Janet from Janet's Creative Pillows creates

such delightful pieces and I know that you will

"ooh" and "ahhh" over each one when you

go to visit her. (This is actually a wedding

dress form pillow--can you believe it?)

Janet

Isn't this Victorian shoe just stunning? Wait until

you see what other creations await you on her blog!

I hope you all have an amazing and creative week~

Some time this week, I hope you'll have a chance to

visit all 3 of these women at their blogs. And if you

do, please tell that Cindy sent you~I know they'll

be happy to hear it!

XO

Cindy

Doll It Up!

With spring time “just around the corner,” many of you may want to make some simple changes around the house. Please enjoy a look at these amazing blogs--they are pure inspiration!

A visit to Jojeana’s (pictured above) at Secret Garden Cottage is a rare treat! If you love vintage and decorating and acres of beautiful gardens, you will want to pay Jo a visit...She’s as sweet as she is inspiring! Her blog is like stepping into another world--I know you’ll enjoy your magical visit!

Gail of Gail’s Decorative Touch is an interior decorator who has beautiful “dolling it up” projects on her blog. Here, she took a lamp and added a rosette and burlap border around it. What a fabulous idea!

Kathy at Creative Home Expressions is an interior decorator who has some amazing decorative “makeovers” on her blog. She has her own Etsy shop where she has many of her creative treasures. Here the “before” and “after” pictures of a lamp that was updated....Don’t you just love the new shade? I love the bird tag hanging from her lamp too!

Sissie from Sissie’s Shabby Cottage is a boutique owner and also has her own Etsy shop. Her blog is always filled with sensational home goods, including pillows and furniture. Here is a look at what she made from peat pots.

Take a look at these--(I know you must be drooling!) These creations were made by Manni from I Bake Cakes. There are recipes on her blog, but don’t miss her photo gallery--you will be astounded!

Sheer perfection--I'll bet it tastes yummy!

Remember the garland I posted last week? I pulled a name from the list of comments left on the blog to have a little “surprise giveaway.” Congratulations Cameron--you won it! The only thing that is not included are the clothespins and ribbon to hang it on....That way you can embellish it any way you want for your home.

But, there’s more--I loved making the garland so much, that I made a 2nd one. It has splashes of turquoise in it, but it was made with the same basic images. And I made it for a giveaway--Congratulations Rhonda! Just add ribbon and you’re all set! (By the way, these garlands have hearts, but who doesn’t love hearts all year ‘round?)

Also, it's not too late to enter my Valentine Blog Candy event!!! I will announce the winner on February 14, so one of my blog friends will be having something extra to be excited about that day. Just push the button on the sidebar of this blog to enter...(It's up near the top and it will take you to that post...just leave a comment and you'll be in the drawing.)

Have a "Sweet" week everyone!