Enter to win $10 Michaels Gift Card - ends 12/11

Feeling crafty?

With December almost upon us, it is time to get your holiday crafting on! I have heard that there are folks who finished all of their projects months ago, but I am so not one of them. If you are anything like me, there are still lots of tasks to do and supplies to buy.  Well... if you are the winner of this Michaels Craft Stores gift card, there will be $10 more in your wallet to help fund those projects. 

Not into handmade? You can find ornaments, toys, retro candies and other goodies at Michaels too.  Click here to find a store near you. You can also shop online at Michaels.com.

On Dec. 11 one random winner will be selected to take home this $10 gift card. To enter this drawing, simple leave a comment on my blog before 1 a.m. (EST) on 12/11/14. It is that easy - no jumping though hoops here. Just remember to leave an email address if there is no contact info on your profile. I need to be able to contact you if you win! Prize ships free to winner... and just in time for some last minute craft store shopping.

Visit with artist Kailey Lang & Enter to win a fine art print

Bird Laydee by Kailey Lang

 
Hey there. How are  you today? 

(Want to know who won the Black Baroque random drawing? click here.)

Looking for a fun Artist Feature & new Thursday Giveaway? You've come to the right place. Today we are spending some time with Kailey Lang from the wonderful Etsy shop Bumble Boo Handmades. After too much turkey last week, I was browsing Etsy when this cute little owl avatar  caught my eye.

I just had to click through and see what else the shop would hold. I immediately fell in love with the natural colors and organic feel of Kailey's artwork. Hopefully you will too - click on any of the captions to find out more about the pieces pictured here. (Please note that the actual pieces do not have the Bumble Boo watermark on them.)

Lucky for us, Kailey has popped by for a chat. And I'm so glad you could join us too! Go on, grab a cup of something tasty and put your feet up in front of my imaginary fire....

So, Kailey, When did you first become interested in art?

KL: Well, I started drawing when I was very young, as most kids do. I was obsessed with drawing rabbits (that looked like bees, cause their ears were so huge they looked like wings!), and then I moved to horses. I drew horses for a long time and then started drawing people eventually. I suppose I started to get more serious about art and considered pursuing it as a career in highschool.

Barn Owl Bookmark by Kailey Lang

What are your favorite materials? Styles?

KL: My favourite materials to use would be watercolour, ink, and gouache. I do work with linocut and I like it as well! I like working with collage a little bit too occasionally, incorporating decorative papers and things like that, but it's more rare, and something I'd like to experiment with a little more. I would like to get more into opaque media like acrylic and oils. I use acrylics at school, and very rarely in my own art, but it never really stuck with me, though it has a lot of potential. As for styles, I really like Art Nouveau, The Golden Age Illustrators (Arthur Rackham, Kay Nielsen, and Edmund Dulac being amoung my favourites). Japanese Ukiyo-e prints are very cool as well. I am sure there are more styles that I appreciate, there are so many greats artists and styles out there!

Elemental Art by Kailey Lang

Where do you find inspiration?

KL: Well, naturally I find inspiration from other artists, but also, from nature. I mean, obviously there's a huge "green" movement right now, but I think that people still don't appreciate nature as much as they should. Since I was 7, I lived on a farm in the Lower Mainland in British Columbia, Canada. It's basically 4 acres of forest and field and it's beautiful there. Though I no longer am living there (I'm in Ontario now for college) I realize how much I appreciated it, and how fortunate I was to live there. The beauty of nature is something that I try to incorporate in my art, and certainly something I'd like to explore more and integrate more into my work. I think it's really important to appreciate the beauty of nature, and not see ourselves as separate from the Earth, but as part of it.

Crestfallen by Kailey Lang

Do you listen to anything while creating? If so, what are you listening to lately?

KL: I listen to a lot of different music, but I'd have to say my favourites, in no specific order, are the following: Radiohead, Artic Monkeys, The Beatles, Metric, Emily Haines & The Soft Skeleton, Pauline Croze, Queens of the Stone Age, Spoon, Tegan and Sara, The White Stripes... just to name a few! Kind of a weird mix of music, but I like variety. Another thing that might be a little bit odd is... when I'm doing a really long piece of work, I like to listen to movies. I feel like the storyline of the movie keeps me focused, because it's sort of linear, I suppose? As opposed to music (which I always keep on random) kind of destroys my attention span. But sometimes I will get obsessed with particular CDs so that is a good way to keep myself on track too!

1.25" magnet, Twin Owls by Kailey Lang

What do you like to do when you are not creating?

KL: When I am not creating, I love taking care of my plants, fish, and playing with my two adorable cats. I have many plants in my room which I think is a result of me missing all the greenery I have back home, but also something I've always been kind of interested in! I grow herbs, tropical houseplants, carnivorous plants, and then other flowering plants like columbine, morning glories, poppies... stuff like that! As for the fish, I have four fishtanks but maybe I shouldn't go into all the detail there cause then we'd be here all day (or week!).

Anything else you would like to add?

KL: Well... not much! Thank you so much for reading, I really appreciate the opportunity. Happy Holidays everyone!

Thanks so much for popping by, Kailey. I am so glad you had the time to share some of your thoughts & creations with us today.

And thank you, Reader, for stopping a awhile. If you are in a rush, scroll down a bit & check out the fabulous giveaway that Kailey is sponsoring. But if you have a minute, refill your cup and let me rant for a moment.... 

Alone by Kailey Lang

If you are familiar with my ramblings, you already know that I only visit with artists whose creations tickle my fancy. One of the things I really love about BumbleBooHandmades is the variety. The inventory is not overwhelming & you can check off  all sorts of art lovers from your gift list. There are not a lot of places where you can pick this a stylin' pencil cup for your (or your kid's) teacher

Linocut Print Blue Birds Pencil Holder by Kailey Lang

 and something for your zombie obsessed friend.

Zombie Nurse by Kailey Lang

Okay, thanks for letting me ramble. (I just had to stick that "walker" in here somewhere.) Now back to business...

Would you like to win a free print of the lovely surreal Fishes Wishes?

Fishes Wishes by Kailey Lang

KL: "Fishes Wishes, an  8x10" print, is professionally printed on 100lb Cardstock. The original painting was done by me in Watercolours, gouache and Inks. The print does not have the "bumble-boo" watermark on it. "
 
How do you enter this random drawing? Just leave a comment on this blog before 1 a.m. (EST) on 12/16. If your profile doesn't have contact info, please leave an email address. This drawing is open worldwide & prize ships free. It is that easy  - so c'mon, share your thoughts; join in the discussion....

Want to see more of Kailey's artwork? 

 http://BumblebooHandmades.etsy.com

http://bumble-boo.deviantart.com/

Or share some thoughts?
http://twitter.com/bumblebooHM
http://www.formspring.me/bumblebooo 

How about a peek behind the curtain? Stop back on Sat 12/11 when this talented artist invites us into her creative space, where all the magic happens.

Thanks again for dropping by and please remember to leave a comment before you go. It is your interest in these features & giveaways that keeps them coming.

Enter To Win A Copy Of Diary 2010

Hello again! How are you today?
If you are looking for today's winner of the Jennifer Stano print click here

While putting the final touches to my Christmas wrapping, I realized that I have an extra copy of Fantayza's Diary 2010. So, luck you, that's the new Thursday Giveaway prize!

from Diary 2010 - various artists

Some of you may remember I've already hosted a giveaway for 1 of these in November. If you didn't win that time around, why not try again?

from Diary 2010 - various artists

To enter the random drawing which will be held on 12/31, simply leave a comment on this blog before 1 a.m. (EST) next Thursday. Please make sure your contact info is either in your profile or comment in case you win. This contest is open worldwide with free shipping.

from Diary 2010 - various artists

So What Is Diary 2010?

This unique day-planner/diary is the brainchild of fashion designer/photographer Lucy Baribeau from Fantayza. She sent out a call to artists, seeking original work for each page of the Diary. Hundreds of artists worldwide responded. I heard of the project through Norwegian artist/blogger Ewian and had a lot of fun illustrating 3 different pages.

from Diary 2010 - various artists

If you'd like to find out more about this fantastic project & read an interview with Lucy, visit this blogpost from November 10. You can also find out more about Lucy, her projects & original creations at these online locations: (By the way, she sells copies of Diary 2010 in her etsy shop)

Website - http://www.fantazya.ca
On Etsy - http://www.etsy.com/shop/fantazya
Flickr - http://www.flickr.com/photos/fantazyafantazies/
Diary 2010 - http://www.fantazya.ca/diary2010.html
Blog - http://fantazya2.blogspot.com

I hope you enjoy visiting Lucy's world! But 1st remember to leave a comment here in order to enter next week's random drawing for 1 free copy of Diary 2010.

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By the way, I am also hosting another random drawing sponsored by Uprinting.com. This time they are giving away 100 custom printed postcards to one lucky winner selected on 1/1/10. Visit Here For Contest Details

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Final Note Today

Best Wishes to all for a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy & Healthy New Year!

2 New Winners - who will it be??

Welcome back! I can't believe it is Thursday already?! Where does the time go?

Thanks for the great response to the prizes listed last Thursday. Today we get find out who the lucky winners are. Will it be you?

Prize #1 is a vibrant hand dyed scarf from AJ over at StormOne.etsy.com

Want to see more pics of the scarf or read about AJ? CLICK HERE for last week's post. OK, random.org has spoken and the winner is

Congrats BETSY !!!

Ready for random drawing #2?

Prize #2 is 100 Custom Printed Postcards from Uprinting.com


CLICK HERE for last week's post which has prize details. The lucky winner of this prize is

Congratulations In Juneau!!!

Betsy & In Juneau, I will contact you today with info on how to collect your prizes. Many thanks to all readers who left comments & entered these drawings. Special Thanks to AJ of StormOne and Uprinting for their generosity!! Please click through & visit their sites if you have the time.

Check back here later today
I'll be announcing a new giveaway prize!

Plus we'll have a visit from an artist whose creations are perfect for Halloween. Be forewarned ... his muses can found under the bed, in your closet or perhaps in your darker dreams...muhahahah...

2 Winners will each get 250 Custom Greeting Cards!

Welcome back. Great prizes today!

First up: 2 lucky winners will each receive 250 Custom Greeting cards from DigitalRoom.com. Yep, two winners!

Just picture this: a lovely set of 7" x 5" folded cards with Your Design on the cover.

Use these custom greeting cards as an extra special invite for your next part or event. Prepare for the Holidays. Showcase your artwork. Promote your shop. Or just show off your cute kids and pets!

The 2 lucky winners will be randomly selected at noon (EST) next Thursday (9/3) To enter, just leave a comment sharing what you would do will do with your greeting cards if you win. It is that easy to enter. Please note, this week's drawing is open only to USA shipping addresses - see sponsor's rule s below. Also leave a way to contact you if your email isn't in your blog profile.

A couple of rules from this week's sponsor, DigitalRoom.com:

Each Prize Winner will receive 250 7" x 5" Greeting Cards (half-fold); 10 pt cover with Matte or Gloss coating.
Each card is full color outside with blank inside (4/0)
Shipping must be paid by winner. Offer Valid for United States Shipping Only.

Many thanks to Digital Room for donating this awesome prize! By the way, they also make custom postcards and lots of other cool printable items.

Now put on your thinking caps - there are so many possibilities with this prize! Tell us what you will do with 250 customized greeting cards if you win.

Please Note: I'm also hosting a 2nd random drawing that ends 9/10. 2 winners in that drawing will each receive 500 custom business cards. CLICK HERE for the details on the business card giveaway

Archetype art challenge + free stuff

Archetype: Primordial image, character, or pattern of circumstances that recurs throughout literature and thought consistently enough to be considered universal.

I really like this definition of Archetype from The Encyclopedia Britannica. It was last Wednesday's Mix It Up With Melange challenge prompt. Here's my response.

This piece has been a long time coming. About 10 years ago a dream influenced this sketch. It's been tacked to my wall since.

Today's variation measures 36" H & is made with a mix of materials on matboard. There's lithocoal, chromacoal, pastel, watercolors, marker, ink and metallic paints. The gator's & girl's eyes are painted a reflective green over faux gold leaf. Makes for a cool flash when you change your line of sight.


Unfortunately I couldn't get the photos right. I've included a few close ups here but none of them really came out. It is funny, shortly after I drew the newsprint sketch we had some ghost hunters (DH secretly called them the "Ghost Dusters") poking around. One of them was convinced that the woman in the portrait was an angry ghost hanging around my studio. Maybe that's why she won't be photographed (insert spooky music here).

I think it might not be finished yet, but I'm at that walk-away point. Needs to simmer a bit more before I oversalt it or something....

To see more interpretations of Archetype visit the the Melange blog HERE & check out the links in the comment section.

Now for the free stuff:

Thursday's Giveaway this week is the matted artwork Alice With Tulips. Just leave a comment before noon (EST 8/13) to enter the random drawing. CLICK HERE to view prize.

Totus Mel's Wunderkammer has a fabulous giveaway going on. Great prizes donated from some amazing steampunk artists. CLICK HERE for pics of prizes & contest rules

Visit January Wish when you have a moment. She is hosting a giveaway of cute items from krize.etsy.com

Ewian keeps adding more & more art supplies to her giveaway stash! Here are details By the way she got 1st worldwide dibs at the new IKEA 2010 catalog. Really. You can read about it here.

A final freebie today. Since we're talking archetypes, here's 1 of my beasts up for grabs. Sorry about the bad photo - the border is refective silver paper. Plus 1 of my photos embellished with mica & glitter and a tiny swarovski crystal

Ego ATC

1st person who would like this ATC, just speak up in the comment section. 1st come 1st serve. Just make sure your contact info is in your profile or leave your email. I'm off to bed but I'll be in touch for your address. I just ask that you Pay It Forward. Other than that, no strings...

RTT - Random Thoughts & Crafty Coupon Codes

So, How's your Tuesday? Usual madness around here & Random Tuesday Thoughts is such a great way to blow off some steam! If you're only interested in the online coupon codes I picked up at this weekend's craft show, scroll to the end of this post. On the other hand if you're a fan of chaos then come on down!

Brass Goggles, always good for redirecting my obsessions, recently turned me onto David Malki's wondermark.com - a must for comics +/or steampunk fans

Many thanks to Cephalopod Tea Party for the North 40 link - Check it out if you are a Lovecraft fan

Hmmm...accidental comics theme here. Just 1 more I promise: A shout out to Mike of The Mental Kavity - thanks for bringing Warren Ellis' Frankenstein's Womb to my attention! You can read a few sneak peek pages of this graphic novella over at Mike's blog HERE

Back to the random- I love the cards over at OhSoSassyGreetings on Etsy! This one cracked me up today

Girlfriend you're better off WITHOUT him by Kathy

Have you visited Maureen Tillman's shop on etsy? I love her artwork. She's got a great eye for collage & color!

Portals by Maureen Tillman

and a wonderful sense of whimsy. Check out this confident little fairy

Dreamers... by Maureen Tillman

Maureen, Kathy & many other members of the Etsy Melange (Mixed Media + collage) Team are having a 15% off sale this weekend. For links to the participating Etsy shops, CLICK HERE and open the comments. More members are signing on each day.

Yep, I'm there too. In fact I am having a sale of 15% off everything in all 3 of my etsy shops: ArtSnark, ColorTheSky & SteamDreams all weekend. I'll happily combine shipping as needed. Plus I will be adding some new items over the next few days.

Speaking of Etsy, have you ever seen handmademovement.com? These guys are too cool. They pick shops that have few to no sales, announce the name on their site with a date & time. Then the Sneak Attack begins. People shop the scheduled seller at the same time - giving them a much needed boost. Seems like a really fun idea.

Oh, before I forget, The Queen Of Cups Runneth Over is having a random drawing for some great stuff. Just click here for pics & rules

IF you haven't entered my Thursday Giveaway random drawing yet, please do! Just leave a comment here before noon (EST) on 8/6 to enter. Prize is a tote bag filled with crafty goodies - you can see pics & list of items HERE

OK, now on with the CODES! These are a few online coupon codes from various vendors at the CHA Craft Supershow. Text here is exactly as it appears on coupons. I've not used most of these products so not endorsing, just passing on the info.

15% off your 1st www.dewberrycrafts.com order - Promo Code CHADISC - no expiration date on my coupon

Free Shipping with purchases over $100 - www.premieryarns.com - no expiration date on my coupon

Save 20% on any order of $50 or more when you visit any of the following websites: www.TheLeisureBoutique.com, www.CrochetSoiree.com, www.LeisureArts.com, www.FreePetProjects.com - Enter Code FAMILY4-no expiration date on my coupon

Sign up for the www.TwoPeasInABucket.com newsletter and receive a monthly coupon code to receive FREE SHIPPING on orders of physical product totalling $50 or more-- no expiration date on my coupon

Visit www.gluearts.com and use the promotion code BOGO99 (in your online shopping basket) to take advantage of this fabulous BOGO sale, Buy One Get One Free ! Hurry offer ends August 31, 2009! This offer can not be combined with any other offer or discount.

My Note:above disclaimer is on each coupon (1 coupon for each item) There are 8 coupons as follows:BOGO Glue Glider Max continuois adhesive applicator, BOGO Glue GLider Max refill cartridge, BOGO Adhesive Squares 300 & 1000 count rolls, WallArt Decor Adhesive both sheet sizes vinyl & new tape, BOGO Vellum totally transparent Adhesive film, BOGO Ribbon Adhesive, BOGO Crop & Glue non liqued instant mounting adhesive, BOGO Glue Rings

Phew! Think I got em all. If I come across anymore I'll let you know. In the meantime if you are looking for some truly random madness, pop over to The Un Mom & see what Keely and her fellow fans of chaos are up to today

New Giveaway - this one is customized for the winner!!

Hello All. How's everything this week? If you are looking for the winners of today's random drawing click HERE.

If you're looking for info on the latest prize, you've come to the right place! Couple of tweaks for this Thursday Giveaway: This time I am giving away one of my creations (I feel like I should do a mad scientist chuckle or something. Oh, what the heck.....mwuhuhuhuha...). And it will be customized. More on that in a minute.

Also, there will be NO random drawing next Thursday July 2. The winner of this prize will be drawn at noon (EST) on Thursday July 9th.

Remember Edgar Allan Poe Box I posted last month?

No? Well click HERE to see detailed photos.

I'd just started a similar box & thought how cool it would be design it for 1 lucky winner. I've only just started sanding & staining but he's what I've got so far:

And this is the lid without a center image:

This is where you come in!

The winner of this box can either choose a print of one of my pieces (you can pick from the images on this blog as well as in my etsy shop) OR send me a picture you have taken. Just make sure the you have the rights to the image you send me. I do not want to infringe on the rights of either the model or the photographer.

Also send me either a favorite quote or poem & I will incorporate parts of it into the box (See the Poe box blog post for an example). Please make sure that the text is not currently copyrighted by someone else. The text can also be of your own creation, in fact that would be very cool!

I will take the image & text you send me, add a few tweaks of my own and voila - your very own one of a kind wooden box. The closed box measures approximately 5.75" x 4.25" x 3.25"

I must stress that this box is for your personal use only. The final piece is under my copyright and is not for resale or redistribution.

Also, I will post images of the final piece on my blog.

If you are good with these stipulations & want to play along, simply leave a comment on this blog before noon (EST) Thursday July 9th. Again, there will be NO random drawing on July 2nd. All who comment over the next 2 weeks will be entered in this random drawing.

Just a note: Please be sure your contact info is correct. You don't have to leave an email, as long as I can track you down easily through blogger. If I do not hear from you within 10 days of your name being drawn, I'll go back through the list and choose an alternate winner.

I'll announce the winner shortly after noon (EST) on July 9th. I'll contact you & see about getting your choice of image & text. Once I have these it may take up to 3 weeks for me to finish the box. (It could be sooner; I just want to give myself some room). When the box is complete, I will ship it to you at my expense. This giveaway is open internationally.

Hmmm.....I think that about covers it. If you think of something I missed, or have any questions just let me know & I'll do my best to clarify.

Thursday Giveaway part 2 - 2 Chances To Win

Welcome ! It's that day of the week again!

You know, the 1 where you get to see what new Thursday Giveaway is up for grabs. Hold onto your hats, we’ve got double the fun this week!

Yep, 1 talented artist, 6 original ACEOs and 2 winners!!

Melanie has a fabulous online etsy shop, Studio27. She offers a colorful variety of artwork in several mediums. There are original paintings, cards, swirly linocut prints, and ACEOs. I love all the vibrant colors & movement in her artwork. Plus her prices are amazing!!

A Mother's Love ACEO

Melanie’s wonderful creations seem to flow in a series. Today’s prizes come from 2 different series, so there will be 2 separate winners picked next Thursday (6/25). Woo Hoo x 2!

To Seek His Fortune ACEO

Both prizes are sets of ACEOs. What is an ACEO? I’ll let Melanie explain:

“It is a tiny, collectible work of art in any medium. The only requirement is that it be 2.5 x 3.5 inches, but it can be oriented in either direction. They can be placed into photo magnet sleeves to decorate the fridge or a file cabinet at work, they can also be made into cards or framed......the possibilities are endless!”

Cherish Every Moment ACEO

The 1st prize is a set of 4 ACEOs from her collection that I’ll call the Family Portraits. Melanie has altered prints from some very cool vintage & antique photographs and embellished them with text from old books. The layers of text add a poetic touch to the intriguing images. In her words:

"For these original mixed media collages I used a prints of vintage 1940's photos, and then collaged text from old books onto them, and then affixed them to bristol board paper."

Sisters ACEO

After random winner #1 has been selected, a 2nd winner will be picked. The Next Prize is a pair of ACEOs from Melanie’s Goddess Series. This fabulous series is a truly eloquent collection and a steady seller at Studio27. Melanie can explain it better than I:

"An Everyday Goddess is the story of a woman - an everyday woman with a delicate spirit. She believes in Karma and celebrates the magic of living every day....and sometimes her imagination gets the best of her! These are ACEO (Art Card Editions and Originals) original, being 2.5" x 3.5" in dimension. I used marker, ink, colored pencil and collaged text (patiently found in old books) on bristol board paper."

Darkness Falls ACEO - from Goddess Series

I don’t know about you guys, but I always enjoy hearing more about the creators behind such interesting art. I asked Melanie to share some info about herself:

"I love the magical moments in life......watching raindrops as they ripple in puddles, blowing bubbles, watching the crescent moon rise in the twilight sky. It is always these simple moments that take my breath away.

I studied art at the Montserrat College of Art in Massachusetts and the Maine College of Art in Portland, Maine. My work is very inspired by indigenous and tribal art. I am very fortunate to live in a beautiful little cabin in the woods....so the forest world around me also inspires my work."

Winter ACEO - #45 in Goddess Series

By the way, check back in a few days for a peek into the real Studio27, where this talented artist works her magic!

Many thanks to Melanie for her generous donations and for taking the time to share with ArtSnark’s readers. Plus an extra large helping of gratitude for helping me out of a last minute bind today!!!

You’ve seen the prizes (the ACEOs pictured here). Now jump aboard the giveaway train! Shipping is free & this giveaway is open to international entries as well. To be entered in both random drawings: just leave a comment on this blog before noon (EST) on Thursday 6/25. At that time, the 2 winners will be picked using Random.org. C’mon...play along!! You know you want to :D

Just a note: Please be sure your contact info is correct. You don't have to leave an email, as long as I can track you down easily through blogger. If I do not hear from you within 10 days of your name being drawn, I'll go back through the list and choose an alternate winner.

It's that time again!

...or is it ?

Freakin' daylight savings time....grrr... Ben Franklin, yah should've stayed in bed, man! If you're really curious, here's a copy of his illuminating suggestion. I've gotta admit I love this part:

I went home, and to bed, three or four hours after midnight..... An accidental sudden noise waked me about six in the morning when I was surprised to find my room filled with light......Your readers, who with me have never seen any signs of sunshine before noon...will be as much astonished as I was, when they hear of his rising so early.....

Actually Ben was a pretty funny guy ...... but I still hate daylight savings

But I loooove Random Thoughts Tuesday! So, do you feel linky? Got a bunch for you today

Feeling Random? Try the luck of the draw:

Mike over at The Mental Kavity is giving away some original art - Hell On High Heels ACEO

Totus Mel's giving away some of her seriously cool Needle Tatting pieces.

Joy over at Joy to the blog is giving away scrapbook supplies and a gazillion rubber stamps

Over at Grosgrain they're giving away a gift certificate to Cinnamon Sticks - check it out. Not what you think. Thanks to Melissa at January Wish for sharing this 1 on her blog

All these creative folks have fun blogs & Fab etsy shops too. So... go check them out!!

Thanks to Nullalux for tweeting (or is it twittering?) about mykeamend.com and to Myke for mentioning this seriously cool site - steampunkwallpaper.com

Before I forget, A hearty congrats to fellow ZNE member & Uber talented artist Barbara Moustafa of RustyMermaid ! She was recently published in Somerset Digital Studio Magazine. There's a pic of the mag on her blog

Want to try your hand at getting published? Here's the guidelines for a gazillion different Stampington Magazines as well as Cloth Paper Scissors

Dang, Wednesday rolled in when I wasn't looking. (yes I type sloooowly) Don't forget to cast your vote over at this month's Mind Wide Open challenge. As always a fascinating mix of entries

And if you get the time, pay a call on the Queen Mother of all things Random :