Monday, July 26, 2010

Artsy Mamas 2010


Sorry for my delay in posting...  I've been happy & busy prepping for the upcoming Artsy Mamas show on Sunday, August 1st in Webster. 

Artsy Mamas is an open house event to promote the work of local, handmade artisan “moms”, by providing original goods to local shoppers. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Bethany House, a local, nonprofit charity that services the needs of homeless women and their children.

~shop and celebrate art, music and all things handmade~

** hors d'oeuvres will be served**

...Click on the link to visit the event Facebook page for additional details.  See you there!

Thursday, July 15, 2010

Upcoming Creative Events

Hello friends!  Please take a moment or two to check out the upcoming events for DotDesigns.  New classes to the July and August mix. Rookie Rubber Stamping and the Sassy Personal Stationery - Girl's Night Out should be a hoot!

For my educator friends... I know that August is your 'final call' for summer fun.  Within the next week look for a tab at the top of my blog that features project/decor ideas for your classroom, the little peeps in the seats and upcoming holiday inspiration! 

In the mean time, please refer to the limited time offer of 'YES' opportunities (see the above tab).  For those of you that beat me to the punch & send me a note before I get the info up on the blog, I'll design and create 10 'Great Job' gifts for your use in the classroom (or library!)  C'mon... I love a challenge! 

*If you know a special educator who may be interested in ideas for his/her classroom, please let me know.  I'll send them a creative are package for Back to School!'

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Home is where your story begins...

Our home is special to me, I adore it!  It's a part of me, my history, my heritage...

My maternal great-grandparents, Charlie & Katherine, built and lived in the home that my little family lives in. There is not a time that I don't remember this home as a 'family home'.  Sunday afternoon picnics on the back patio, playing games in the living room while watching black & white movies and various family members sitting in the dining room or breakfast nook chatting.  And... I still remember that Grandpa kept the club soda in a bottom cabinet to the right of the sink!

While our home has been gutted & renovated, I find tremendous peace & happiness in knowing the history of our surroundings. I am grateful for my wonderful husband who understand my connection to this home and embraces it himself as we strive to live our very best life.  I am also grateful that he understands (or puts up with!) my desire to repaint, rework & reinvent our spaces.

The next project on the list is to 'sass' up our upstairs hallway.  We repainted this spring (so fresh & clean) & I've been searching for the right finishing touches.  And hallelujah we Found It!

The New Decor Elements offering has been unveiled & the perfect solution just jumped right off the page at me!  The chocolate brown medium medallion (vinyl wall art) will do just fine on the linen closet door to add the perfect touch of simplicity, architectural viola' and interest to the small space. 

Here's the skinny... You can click here to download the pdf of the catalog.  But better yet, may I recommend that you drop me a note with your mailing & email address.  You simply have to see the catalog in person, you'll get a much better feel for what options await you. 

Coming soon: Stay tuned for pics of how the Chocolate & Crumb Cake Manhattan Flowers have dolled up a corner of our living room. Then, to experiment with the versatility of the Decor Elements I used an extra flower, and easily slapped that baby on my day planner.  I've been loving it ever since! 

In the mean time... here's a before and after pics of a cute little apartment bungalow that a special couple share as they divide their time between NY & SC.  They used the small Chocolate Cafe and tasteful touch of interest.  

 

Does your space need a quick 'pick me up' or color revamp?  I love the ease of using the Decor Elements, the low price tag and the ability to take them down when you need to without damaging you walls.  Let's talk about a 1/1 Home Consultation for dolling up your spaces in a snap! 

Apartment dwelling or college bound?  Let's talk-  I have some fun and easy solutions for you!