Wee Gnome

Wee Gnome
Originally uploaded by AlwaysInspired

I took a stroll in the backyard and look what I spotted crouched in the grass! A wee gnome! He has escaped from my shadow box and taken to the outdoors for some fresh air.

I'm playing with altering photos in photoscape. I had so much fun taking this picture and altering it. I just wish the mosquitos hadn't been so bad outside. Maybe I could have gotten a few more fun shots to alter. Ahhh well another day perhaps.

Giveaway!

So I follow this wonderful little blog that can be found here:
http://www.oopsicraftmypants.com/
I traded an ATC with Kira after I saw her beautiful work on Craftster.org. I was in awe of her illustrations and her wonderful bright colored work. I enjoy checking her blog for her new projects, pictures, and fun. Please head on over and check out her giveaway in honor of one year of blogging and 365 posts! She's giving away an original illustration and some fun crafty goodies! Check it out and Happy 1st Blogging Anniversary Kira!

Happy!

Happy!
Originally uploaded by AlwaysInspired

Since I can't post anything I'm working on in the crafty department right now, I thought everyone should see the smiling face of my handsome furry man! The weather is HOT so I'm staying cool in the crafty studio working away on some projects for those personal swaps. I had a dream last night about something for a certain someone ( ;)Angelica) that had to be brought to life. It is turning out just like in my dream! Damn, I love it when I dream of crafty awesomeness!
I'm also working away at Alexz's newest little friend! I was a bit intimidated when she asked me to make her Walt Disney in poppet form, but he is turning out wonderful.
Back to the lab to work on more secret ideas! If you hear someone exclaiming "It's alive!" don't be alarmed.

Teaser!

The last few days have been amazingly busy! We tore out our kitchen and dining room flooring to prepare for the new floor! I'm over the moon excited because it is something I've wanted to do since we bought the house almost 5 years ago. It also involves big messes, misplaced furniture, and an unhappy pooch. Merlin doesn't like the changes so he is a bit pouty, but I figure he'll get over it once we don't have to vacuum so much since he HATES the vacuum cleaner!

On the crafty front I'm working away for some personal swaps. I just wanted to share a tiny little teaser for Spooky Pooky! I can't wait to send this off!

Can't send it off until the other item is finished, but I just had to post a little pic because this is one of my fave things I've made in a long time. Hope it makes you curious Alexz!

Dali Inspired

Dali Inspired
Originally uploaded by AlwaysInspired

What a fun day! After cleaning on the epic fail I ran to the art center. I knew the stained glass instructor was going to be there doing a make up class for a couple of students that needed to finish their stained glass yard sculptures. I was sad because I didn't get to take the class because of work. I just stopped in because I needed to add a chain to my stained glass piece I made last fall and he said to stop by and soilder it on. He said he knew I wanted to take this class and couldn't so I should grab some scrap glass and make a sculpture! I was so excited! I even ran home and got my own copper pipe to finish it off. So with about 2 and a half hours this is what I made. It reminds me of Dali's paintings so I'm calling it Dali inspired. It looks so pretty with the sun light hitting it. If you'd like to see a couple other angles check out my flickr stream.

Epic Fail Update

This morning I made some progress! I found the top of my desk! Things still aren't as organized as I've always dreamed, but it is workable at least. The rest of the place is still in shambles, but I'll take it one step at a time. I just need a rag to wipe down my desk and it is functioning again. The sewing table sadly is not. That shall be my next project. Then the stupid boxes of junk on the floor. I think I may be done for today as I need a break! Maybe I'll go paint on the zetti chair outside!

Epic Fail

Uhg! I'm getting crabbier by the minute. I need to get into my creative mode, problem is my space is less than work friendly at the moment. After finishing all the remodeling in the crafty space work season started before I had a chance to finish the putting away and organizing part of the whole deal. Don't get me wrong, I love to have my creative space, but it just doesn't help me feel creative when I can't find my desk! The sewing table looks much the same. To make matters worse I tried to bring a book case into the room. Problem is the ceiling is about 4 inches too low. UHG! I need some shelving pronto to store some things. I've lost my patience for today. Sadly I can't bring myself to even walk back in there. I have to get the space usable again so I can start crafting on some swap stuff! I'm making myself a promise, tomorrow morning I WILL make some headway and things will go much easier. Everything should have it's place! Wish me luck!