I now have a no- fail calender! Back in August, I thought the month was over at the 28th because of a screwy calender so, Beth gave me this perpetual one to keep me organized.
And beautiful words to live by. I kind of have this motto in my head any way, but not said so eloquently
Now I know what date it is and that is it the correct time to draw a name for my September giveaway.
The winner for Sept. is
Thanks to all of you for your kind comments, please keep them coming, and I will keep bribing you with presents for leaving them!
A new give away begins today.
Sunday was a good day for me, and not just because it was the season premiere of Dexter on Showtime (have I mentioned that I am the biggest TV junkie EVER?)
I worked in the studio most of the day, combining two of my favorite mediums, collage and paint.
I painted, blue birds and branches on this old wallpaper, then made a tag out of it with 2 other vintage wallpapers and some millinery flowers
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This cool old earring was in my stash too, and seemed to fit the design of the wallpaper, same style of posies.
Another combo project was this old tin box covered in 3 different vintage wallpapers, with its edges trimmed in old seam binding.
I added hand drawn gold paint swirls, a flash of jewelry, some millinery leaves and a hand painted anaglypta wall paper medallion.
I traced some details of the paper with glitter, then sprayed the whole piece with clear poly to give it some durability.
Everything is glued down with "the Ultimate", so I know it will stay in place. That is a good glue.
I painted quite a few more medallions to list on Etsy. they seem to sell well. I did rose, cupcakes, and tea cups filled with roses.
The sugared frosting is German Glass Glitter from Heather. She says she is out of the genuine silver glitter (used on the blue birds tag) but has more ordered. If I were you, I’d get on a waiting list for it, it is that good to work with. I think one thing I like about it, is that it goes where you put it, not everywhere like glitter. It also has a unique look and sheen to it. 
I painted a few Christmas ornaments. 
These are mini ones, that I will sell as pairs, I think.
I used the German Glass Glitter on them too. I DID NOT want to get hooked on that stuff, but it is really a pretty addition to a painting or collage.
I just worry about the dangers, I don’t want to be inhaling it, or getting it in my eyes. I don’t keep a tidy desk and I think you need to be careful when working with this glass.
Snowmen in October? I am getting ahead with my Christmas crafts, but I do need to get them done ahead of time. 
I’ve been making wreaths this weekend too. I am working my way through the giant stash of 25 cent (brand new) garage sale flowers.
This is a new thing for me. I guess you can teach an old dog new tricks.
Time for me to go pick up Sugarwings to babysit and cuddle for the day. I’d hoped to stop at the gym on the way, but am running out of time. If I get fat, it is your fault. I am sitting in front of this computer way to much.
You do such beautiful work! I am so glad I found your blog, it’s an inspiration. And I’ll take the fall for the weight thing as long as you keep up the gorgeous work! Jackki
Yay…I won! Thanks Karla, I am so excited!
Priscilla
ooo I really love those ornaments! I love how you use vintage jewelry… those special pieces deserve to be in art.
Your ornaments are absolutely stunning! They remind me of ones that my grandmother hung on her tree and I must admit I got a little weepy at seeing them. Thank you for the little trip down memory lane. Sweet tears!
Love,
Julie
You are such an inspiration. Thank you for sharing these with us. Beautiful work.
Have a great day!
Dayami
Everything is beautiful as always. I love that gorgeous wreath though. I have a few places I could put it.
Ha! Then it’s your fault I’m fat too! I read your blogs instead of exercising!
I showed my daughter the envelope of goodies you sent when she returned from her camping trip…she loved them!!! Especially the little owl pin! It was like a treasure chest for her…now to figure out what to make 😉
I love your cupcakes and the beautiful birds!
Karla, I had so much fun participating in your party last week. It inspired me to do a little re-decorating this weekend. Check out my blog for the new pics. I love your painted ornaments. You are so talented. I can do lots of things but painting roses isn’t one of them. I would love to be able to. Have a great week and don’t “work” too hard.
Lisa
I love your perpetual calendar–it’s beautiful! Congratulations to your September winner, such amazing and gorgeous things you’ve made for her. The Christmas ornaments are gorgeous.
I LOVE that tin box! Glitter is definitely my thing, too! And those ornaments!The pink roses you spotlighted are fabulous! I’m gonna have to break down and get me a pair. I lost all my old ornaments and my china collection in Katrina, but,hey,just gives me an excuse to get more,right? LOL
Oh, Karla the snowman is just gorgeous, but then again, so is the butterflies and roses, ugh you are just amazing.. thank you so much for showing us you work 🙂
Hi Karla
I was looking at my very sad blog and noticed that I had a new comment. When I read your post I thought your name sounded familiar. That is cool that you are going to silver bella!! I shall see you there!!
Ali
I’m new to your site, and loving it!! I check every day to make sure I don’t miss anything. Beautiful!!
I also enjoyed your ‘What do you Love about your Home’ party. That was fun!
Beautiful blue birds and roses you added to the wallpaper! I enjoy your blog~
Cathy
Love those decorations Karla! And the sweet little blue birds on the tag are just the CUTEST!!!
I’d love to see a video of a day in your life. Bet it would be a blur! You really make the most of your time and truly hold your glorious days in your talented hands. How generous of you to share how-tos and tips with us.
Hope you have lots of the mini rose ornaments available at your sale in November. I already have the day scheduled as a vacation day and a friend lined up to come with me!
Oh Karla, your work is fabulous. I love coming to your blog, it is a real treat for me. Those wreaths and christmas ornaments are awesome.
My goodness Karla! You get more done in a day than I manage to get done in a week! I have a head full of ideas, but not enough energy to get them done! Can you bottle up some of your energy and send it my way?! LOL! You amaze me! As always, I love all of your pretties! And I love stopping in here everyday to see what you are up to! Always a fun visit! Thanks for all of your amazing inspiration!
Hugs,
Barbara
As usual lots of lovelies to look at and admire. Maybe the water in my pram was melted ice from beer being stored in it!!!!
Beautiful as always and those ornaments are really well done.
Karla,
I am totally jealous of your TALENT!!! Please send some up here to Iowa and enter me into your AWESOME Drawing.
Thanks so much for all the inspiration,
Amy (Mom to the Four Sisters and Bonus Mom to Nick and Alex)
Hi Karla, such beautiful items, as always. You have really been busy! Love it all!
Vickie
Love the bird tag. Beautiful. And even without the bribe I’d be here:) I come because I enjoy your blog
Karla,
I can’t imagine you getting fat with all the running around that you do. You must burn a lot of calories. LOL
~elaine~
Love that wreath!
Congratulations to the Flea Market Queen on winning your giveaway!
I adore those ornaments – I painted some with roses but they sure would be finished looking with that glitter! Beautiful! My mom lives in Germany – gonna have to send an email immediately!
have a wonderful week.
Blessings,
Sandy 🙂
Hi Karla! Thanks for the Birthday wishes! 🙂 I LOVE the medallions you made and the wreath…hell I love everything you do! Do you ever sleep? LOL!! I thought I was the only TV junkie? I have to get my studio hooked up though, I have to keep running the cable from the bedroom to my studio and back everytime I use it! *is that illegal?*
*mauh*
Michelle
P.S. congrats to Priscilla for winning the giveaway! 🙂
I can’t imagine you fat, if you are very fast to do the things.
Oh my gosh, I LOVE your items!!!!! I am a bit obsessed with wreaths and I got butterflies when I saw yours, lol!! The calender is beautiful too! I need one like that, and the message is beatiful! What gorgeous Christmas ornaments too! I am off to check out your shops!! Thank you so much for stopping by my blog!
My dad buuilt us a house or apartment inside of our motel. It was so much fun!! 🙂 I loved motel life growing up, although I cant say that my parents loved it, lol!
Hugs,
Amy
You are some kind of whirlwind crafter and turn out the most amazing things. Stop it you are making me look bad LOL!
I love the birdie things you are doing so much! And the glittery hand painted ornaments are too too sweet.
Hi Karla!! I am so excited to see you using so many of the goodies I sent… everything looks so incredible!! Love the box! I see you made a cute little something out of the sugarwings girl!
xoxo Heather
You’re such a talented crafter! WOW! I love all your things but especially the ornaments. The snowmen are sooo sweet.
You’re such a talented crafter! WOW! I love all your things but especially the ornaments. The snowmen are sooo sweet.
You’re such a talented crafter! WOW! I love all your things but especially the ornaments. The snowmen are sooo sweet.
You’re such a talented crafter! WOW! I love all your things but especially the ornaments. The snowmen are sooo sweet.
You’re such a talented crafter! WOW! I love all your things but especially the ornaments. The snowmen are sooo sweet.
You’re such a talented crafter! WOW! I love all your things but especially the ornaments. The snowmen are sooo sweet.
Lovely hand work! It makes my eyes smile! 🙂
Thank you for sharing!
LOVE your ornaments!!! You are such a talented painter!!!
Gorgeous wreath & ornaments! Love that snowman one & anything with roses!
Hugs,
Stephanie
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