fresh picked whimsy

Kate and Wills and George

I'm a sucker for a love story.  And i do think this is a true love story.  I hope they are happy like this forever.  Congrats to the happy little royal family.  Hip hip, hooray!

A happy family commemorative print is available in my shop now

a busy bee

i've been cranking a lot of custom work out of the studio this summer.  Here's the latest:

a birthday party invite...

a print for some newlyweds who are traveling around the world for their honeymoon, inspired by my backyard daydreaming signs...

Speaking of those signs...the Florida Gators were the inspiration behind this color scheme.  Did you know that the Gators football stadium is nicknamed "The Swamp"?!  I had no idea, but i love it!...

To be hung in my client's home over her children's artwork...

i can't make these signs fast enough.  A major trend for wedding receptions are sweets/candy tables and these signs seem to be the perfect personal touch!  Custom color requests are always welcome!  You can order one here!

Finally, this was a fun little break from my usual schtick...made for a little Belieber friend of mine...

There are only 3 weeks left of summer before my kiddos head back to school.  :(  I'm also getting ready for an art fair in historic Irvington in mid-September.  I'm doing my best to balance work and eeking out all we can with what's left of summer for my family. Summer rocks! I hope you're having a great summer, too!

made to order

I love custom orders.  i love taking someone's vision or ideas and making it materialize into something that they love.  This was a special request for a friend whose family owns The Solvang Bakery in Solvang, California...

And this one was for a special little on the way...to match the nursery colors and theme.

Finally, these were recipe cards i custom made recently for a bridal shower...

Email me, etsy message me, facebook me, leave a comment here, etc...let me know how i can help create something extra special for you or someone you love!

i love custom orders!  Did i say that already? :)

This is not a good-bye, this is a see you soon

One of our sweet families in this special little corner of our hood is moving far away. 

There's a sadness and a bit of a funk around here.  We've had a few gatherings to see them off and say good-bye.  We gave them a gift basket full of things to remember us by...Margarita glasses and mixes {of course}, favorite shared recipes, and handmade open invites to stay at each of our houses whenever they come back to visit.

and i made them this...

Those are each of our houses illustrated.  i loved making it for them.  i gave all the families a print of it, too. 

We are already making plans for them to come back for our annual IKEA trip and maybe even {fingers crossed} for our Christmas party. There's even talk of a girl's trip to their new home in Seattle!  We can't imagine celebrating without them.  This pic is from one of our previous Christmas parties...

And so, Monica and Gabe...we wish you much happiness in your new home and neighborhood.  It won't be the same here without you.  And remember, this isn't good-bye...it's see you soon.  Much love to you always.

prayers going up

God bless Oklahoma ♥

Notes from teacher - free printable

All new Notes from teacher free printable available here.  Similar to my happy notes, i made these especially for teachers.  What kid wouldn't feel extra special after finding one of these little notes from teacher in their desk or cubby?  Feel free to print and share with your favorite teacher! 

Orders have been rolling in for Blue Ribbon for Teacher prints this week.  They're available in my etsy shop here.  i will also include a printed  Notes from teacher with every order! 

 

I cannot believe we only have 10 school days left.  There's a countdown on our kitchen chalkboard and the kids are positively giddy.  We're ready for you, summer...come and get us!

Teachers rock!

Recognize. Celebrate. Appreciate. 

Order your 5x7 personalized print for $10 plus s/h.  Available now in the shop!

Weekend BOGO print sale!

Just 'cause i love ya.

NOW through Sunday night at midnight.  Buy ONE print, get ONE print {of equal or lesser value} FREE*.  *Does not include custom illustrated collage prints.

No limit...which means, for example:  BUY 6 prints, get 6 FREE.

IMPORTANT!!!  Simply purchase a print (or several) and tell me in the notes to seller which print you want for FREE.  Please, please, please do not purchase your freebie.  Then i will have to issue a refund and that's no fun. :)

Brand new print in the shop today...

ALL BOGO PRINTS WILL SHIP OUT FIRST THING MONDAY MORNING...which means you can receive your prints in time for Mother's Day!

Happy weekend and happy shopping!!!

 

it's a feeling

i love the fresh start of January.  i know it's technically just another month, but it feels so different.  I love that feeling after the Christmas decorations have come down, and everything seems so open and fresh.  There's this feeling that anything is possible because you've got a whole year in front of you.  I know it's all in my head, and that's true at any time, but it works for me anyhow.  And even though i hated taking Katie back to school yesterday and will be sending my boys back to school tomorrow, i am looking forward to starting fresh in the studio...super excited to work on some new projects, make new art, teach more classes and see where this journey takes me next.

This print is new in the shop today.  A client requested it and i fell in love with it. 

The year of me!

Brand new print in the shop to kick off a brand new year! 

Happy New Year, friends!  Wishing you all the love and happiness and hope that a new year brings!