May Wallpaper

I can't believe it's already May!!! Where did the time go? I am still buried in work, but I managed to do a quick new wallpaper for you. Didn't have time to do the calendar part though. I hope you like it! XO : )

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Stripy

Made these stripy bracelets today. I love combining glow-in-the-dark beads with color beads. I designed these patterns which call for odd numbers of rows; it's trickier than even numbers of rows and requires extra patience and time (bracelets like these two will take you about 2 to 2.5 hours). I followed this great tutorial by Carol Dean which explains how to do odd count peyote stitch really well. Check it out if you want to learn how to do it.

Patterned Bracelets

My beading live action continues! I tackled patterns last night. It was not too difficult but was a little confusing in the beginning. It definitely takes focus to do this (no TV watching at the same time), and it helps to sketch out your complete design on grid paper and laid it out in front of you, then mark off each row as you weave. Also, having a long needle helps big time. Just be careful; this thing is addictive! : )

Beaded Bracelets

Yay! I did it! I figured out how to weave these bracelets by following the instruction on this site. It's not too hard, just takes time and patience. I made 3 in one night while watching TV. I was wearing one of them while visiting my orthodontics this morning, and the nice nurse asked me, "Oh, did one of your kids make that bracelet for you? It's so cute." I couldn't speak as my mouth was filled with green gooey molding compound (it got all over my face, too, a really attractive picture, I am sure), so I shook my head and then pointed to myself; afterward I told her, "Yeah, I am 5 years old!", and she started laughing.

Next time I am going to try to incorporate patterns into them! : )

Having fun with Perler beads

Ever since I saw this last week, I have been itching to play with Perler beads (You can call me a 5-year-old, that's ok!). I love sitting down and playing with them while listening to music; it's very relaxing, and addictive, too! Not to mention it's so much fun to mix and match the colors. I got a big tub of glow-in-the-dark ones and just about every single color that are available in my local store. I'd love to try the mini beads but we don't have those available in the States. Here are some photos of what I've made so far. I think I am going to try to challenge the bracelet next, if I can figure out how. : )

Happy Valentine's Day!

Just a really quick Valentine's Day wish to all of you! Hope everybody is enjoy a wonderful day full of love with family, friends, and your special ones. Xx

Floral Hand

For some reason when I woke up yesterday morning, I had this image in my head. So I drew it. It's my right hand, filled with flowery doodles. It's now here.

February Wallpaper

Thank you guys for allowing me to take a little break. Creating is fun but sometimes resting is more important. On top of taking a little break, I was invited to be part of two books so I've been (and still am) taking times to do that. We are having unusually nice weather for January, only one day of snow so far; we are so spoiled! Hopefully it would stay like this for the rest of the winter!

Anyhoo, here is the February wallpaper for you. It's a little quick doodle straight from my sketchbook and then colored digitally. Hope you'll like it! Xx : )



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New Old Books and Happy New Year!

I got a couple of new old books for myself and I'd like to share some of the beautiful illustrations from the books with you guys. The first 3 is a set called "The Bible Speaks" by Hella Taubes and illustrated by Dan Bar-Giora, first published in 1971 by The Soncino Press. They are bible stories from the Old Testaments for kids with beautiful artworks. These are big books, too, with hard covers. I got my copies directly from The Soncino Press, but seems like they are out of stock right now.

















And the second book I actually bought a couple of months ago. It's "Love and Joy About Letters" by Ben Shahn, published in 1963 by Grossman Publishers, with gorgeous lettering and illustrations inside. You can find old copies at Amazon or Ebay.











Hope you've enjoyed them all. And as the last image said, Happy New Year! I wish you all a blessed and healthy 2012! Xx

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

I can't believe this year has come to an end (almost). I so appreciate all your friendship, kind comments and encouragements throughout this year. May this holiday season bring you love, peace and lots of blessings. Remember to share your fortune with those who are less fortunate, spend time with your loved ones, eat lots of yummy food, and relax. Merry Christmas and happy holidays to you all! Xx