NaBloPoMo

One of the things on my project list for after Handmade Parade and after Mr. P.'s departure, is overhauling my blog which will include a new name and a new aesthetic (but will still reside at this same address).  All of that will take a chunk of time I don't have at the moment. In order to help things along and get in the habit of posting more often (and more authentically), I've taken a cue from Violet's Ink and signed on with NaBloPoMo (National Blog Posting Month).  That is one blog post every day in November, folks!

I've been blogging here for most of almost two years now and I still have not achieved what I envisioned for this space.  Blogging to me is self publishing and freedom of expression at its very best (it blows my mind that I can write whatever I like here and don't have to go through a formal publishing channel).  Despite all that heady freedom, I hold myself back.  I'd like to change that.

In the meantime, I'm busy crafting and creating.  Here's a sneak peek at one of the items that will be available at Handmade Parade, a fabric collage featuring one of my cupcake doodles.  These fabric collages can be framed or they can be used by the buyer as a tool for their own art - sewing it into a purse, for example.

The quote reads: "Just think of all those women on the Titanic who said, "No, thank you", to dessert that night.  And for what!" (Erma Bombeck)

My stash for Handmade Parade is shaping up.  It's exciting to see it all come together!  I'll have original collages on canvas and fabric and in rusted mint tins, as well as collages made on recycled cereal boxes which can be framed or mailed, and buttons and magnets featuring my illustrations, collages, and even a few Blythe photographs!  Whew! I'll share more sneak peeks as we get closer to November 10th.  I've also got two new prints in the shop.

Happy Weekend!  I'll see you here November 1st (if not before).

Comments

[Sloane]

Hi there, we haven't me yet but I am a mafia memeber also. I look forward to meeting you at the Handmade Parade. I to am busy getting my stock ready. I keep thinking I don't have enough and then my friend came over and bought a piece off the craft room floor! I couldn't say no, it was my first official sale!

[KathyWas]

I love what you have done with this piece, Jeannine. The cherry fabric in the background looks adorable with your cupcake! I also love the mixture of colors and texture. You should do well at the Handmade Parade.

[violetkey]

Yeah, welcome aboard!

Looking forward to the new look of your site. Love the mix of fabrics in your collage.

[tamy]

love the fabric collage with a very appropriate quote!! good luck and have fun at handmade parade...wish I lived close enough to drop by....looking forward to seeing alot more of your new blog vision!!