Showing posts with label original art. Show all posts
Showing posts with label original art. Show all posts

Tuesday, September 24, 2013

Toot your horn, Changing up: The Fowlers, Chipotles, Sweetest Day, Art,

toot your horn Did you get a zazzle sale? Did you have a baby or grandbaby? Share the good news. Did you make some new jewelry or art for etsy? Do you have a new children's book, or did an old book win an award. No spam please. G rated zazzle, and etsy products only "NO RF numbers"

Changing up: The Fowlers

I was feeling a little down today my morning did not go all that great. People are to cruel to each other. There has been great acts of violence in this world. People have been suffering.

Then I heard about this from yahoo trending.

Carol and Willie Fowler's daughter Tamara was set to get married at the Villa Christina catering hall, when the wedding was called off 40 days before the event. The Fowlers were originally upset to hear that the lavish gathering they had planned and paid for was not going to happen. They had an inspired idea: They invited 200 of the city's homeless to feast on the four-course meal that would have been part of Tamara's wedding reception.

They turned heartbreak into joy for those in need. They got the lemons and didn't turn into lemonade for themselves but others.

Elizabeth Omilami the director of the homeless had first thought it was a prank because the gift was so generous.

I have a changing up week challenge do something nice it can be for people you know or people you don't. The good deeds do not have to cost any money but can if you wish them to. Write a list of good acts you can do. Pass it on and do a good turn

Chipotles

For date night my husband likes to cook for me. While we have gone to eat at more junk food fast food. My husband now makes better fries then most of these joints. I just wish one of the fast food places made hummus and baby carrots but it probably won't compare to my husband's. Once in a while we eat at chipotles . We used to do a lot of date nights there when we were first married there. There is a lot of nostalgia for me.

My husband likes Chipotles food. My kids will share a salad. I like they tell me what's in the food. I get some complaints that you can't really eat healthy at chipotles and that's a lie. If you avoid the giant wrap and their dressing your okay. The dressing has more calories then the sour cream. The sour cream is under 100. Go for either the salad bowl or the hard or soft tacos. Make sure you overload of veggies. Some offer brown rice instead of white.

Sweetest Day

Sweetest Day is coming up, sweetest day started out as a friendship day to give candy to children and those who can't get out but now its a fall romantic holiday. Its celebrated in October. If your sweeties never heard of this holiday it can be a surprise. You can do things like write a love poem or love letter if your not a poet. Since its not well known as valentine's day. You can add your own spin. Make cookies together, watch DVDS. If you want to buy a personalized card or mug pre order. Pre order all products are printed when purchased. Make sure you customize it. You could also use sweetest day to do nice things for people.

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Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Creating Zentangles and Doodle Art, Abstract Art and Gifts for Inspiration

Hello Everyone!

I thought today I'd share a few resources I've come across that might help you if you are into or want to learn to create Zentangles and Doodle Art. Not sure what Zentangles are? You can start with  Zentangle and then use Google and YouTube to fall down the rabbit hole with all the wonderful resources.


Five simple and easy Zentangle patterns to start with. 


Creating a Zendoodle Sampler

Some links to further your exploration - 





Now for some artwork and designs to help inspire you further with your creativity this week!

The Fighting Temeraire Post Cards by loudesigns
Find other The fighting temeraire Postcards at zazzle.com





Baby Shower Invitations From Original Painting
Baby Shower Invitations From Original Painting by Itayasdesigns
See other Baby shower Invitations

Thanks for dropping by and I hope you are now more inspired than ever to doodle, paint, photograph or whatever your medium is to create something fabulous!

Blessings,
Itaya



Friday, January 25, 2013

Painting On Paper Bags,Creative Inspiration, Artsy Necklaces

Today I thought I would talk about painting on brown paper bags as I love exploring alternative surfaces to paint on. I'm sharing a video by The Frugal Artist and she shows you how to paint a poppy flower on a paper bag. Easy Peasy!  Feel free to fast forward through the first minute or so as she is telling some jokes at the beginning.  :)


You can visit The Frugal Artist at her site and see that she has all kinds of how-to videos and tutorials to help you create in frugal ways.

Here are a few paintings that I did on brown paper. 



In each of these paintings I applied a few coats of Gesso to the back and allowed to dry before painting the front. It helps to make the brown paper surface sturdier and less likely to bubble from the water in the paint. Gesso is pretty inexpensive and you can get it at Michaels Art stores, JoAnn Stores, and on Amazon as well.

Here are more awesome creative pieces to help motivate you to get out your brown paper bags and paints and start creating!











Solitude Round Necklace From Original Painting
Solitude Round Necklace From Original Painting by Itayasdesigns
View more silver pendant designs at Zazzle.

Take care everyone! I'll be seeing you soon with more creative inspirations.
Be sure and let us know if you try or have tried painting on brown paper bags as we would love to hear about it in the comments section. :)

Itaya

Friday, November 9, 2012

Christmas Gift Ideas, iPhone 5 Cases, Gifts Kids Can Make

Hello Everyone!

I'll be posting occasionally to help Val out with the promotions on this awesome blog. 

My post for today is featuring Christmas gift ideas and in specifically iPhone 5 and iPhone 4 cases that are for sale on Zazzle.com. I am also sharing a link to an article I wrote filled with gift and craft ideas that kids can make.

One of the top selling items on Zazzle right now is iPhone cases. If you have anyone on your Christmas shopping list with an iPhone, check out these designs to see if they inspire you!





Balloons iPhone 4 Cover
Balloons iPhone 4 Cover by loudesigns
Find custom iPhone 5 case designs online at Zazzle.com













And if your little ones are in need of some arts and craft ideas to make some gifts for Christmas or any time of the year for that matter, check out this article to see if you can't find several ideas to keep them entertained during their inside time this winter.



Christmas Gifts Kids Can Create

I'll be back soon with more Christmas gift ideas and maybe a few other things to share that I've been creating lately. 

Visit My Art Blog and My Zazzle Store to learn more about me.

We love hearing from. Feel free to leave us a comment to share your thoughts.

Itaya