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“In childhood, we press our nose to the pane, looking out. In memories of childhood, we press our nose to the pane, looking in.” ~Robert Brault
Every mother knows childhood doesn’t last forever, not even in our memories. Try as we might bits and pieces slip away from us as we get older, and slowly we can lose sight of who we were when we were young. Luckily, it doesn’t have to be that way. Join Rebecca Murphy for Encapsulate: an e-course in constructing your own family time capsule. Having worked as a professional photographer helping capture the joy and love of dozens of families she’ll show you how to take simple photos that when gathered together will tell the story of your child’s life right now, celebrating all the wonderful details, and providing a welcome window “back home” when your baby needs it most.
SPECIAL FOR KRR readers: Mention KRR upon checkout and receive 10% back through Paypal! This is the last time this course will be offered this year, so sign up today to create a keepsake your family will cherish for years!
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Hazelnut Cottage is Jan Avellana’s dream come to life; an atelier that is constantly evolving towards new creative ventures. We offer pretty hand stamped jewelry and an array of mixed-media art created with the heart to inspire, encourage, comfort and remember. Brides to be, to first time and fifth time mamas, sisters, friends and thoughtful souls all find their way to Hazelnut Cottage to find that perfect, meaningful gift and we are happy to work with you to design a custom keepsake that celebrates you!
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My name is Katherine Quinn and I am the New Zealand artist behind Sleep And Her Sisters. I sell my original works to 8 galleries around New Zealand and have three online shops where I also sell originals, prints and other goodies. I live with my two children, 17 year old Hannah, 5 year old Ben and our 10 year old cat... Holly. I work from my kitchen table at our home in the sunny Hawke's Bay where I love to create with paint, chalk pastels, graphite, paper and a little bit of jewellery… I also love to collect things. My favourite colour at the moment is a soft, pale, antique sort of blue.
I am a firm believer that our stories are not for us alone that they are for us to give courage, support and wisdom to each other. You can read about my creative journey and see my latest works on my blog.
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Hi, my name is Lindy Gruger Hanson and I work out of my home studio in Bend, Oregon which I call "Color Spirit Studio". I create colorful, whimsical paintings with the hope that my art can lift your spirit! Vivid color is always one of the most important elements in my work; this is followed by the liberal use of flowing, swirling line-work and textural pattern and shapes, giving each painting its own unique energy and movement. My aim is to create paintings with the belief that art can inspire people, make a house a home, and bring joy and positive energy into the world. There are colorful prints and greeting cards in my Etsy Shop and original paintings on my website. For all Kelly Rae blog readers, you can receive a 10% discount with purchase in my Etsy Shop when you use the discount code kellyrae2011. Good through May 1st. I hope you'll come by and check it out!
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Artistcellar offers quality paint and art supplies for the mixed media and textile artist. We specialize in Stewart Gill Paints, known for their high quality pigmentation and beautiful colors. Use them on fabric, textiles, paper, canvas, even leather. We carry all seven lines of paint and strive to have most colors in stock at all times. We also offer “ Special Effects” – Gilding Chips, Fresco Flakes, and Fusible Films, as well as basic essentials like stencils and rubber stamps.
Artistcellar has scoured the world to find unique and affordable fibers for your mixed media and textile art projects, and lovingly assembled Mixed Fiber Packs, Recycled Silk, and beautiful soft Silk Fibers under the Artistcellar name. Don’ t forget the beads! We offer gorgeous themed Miyuki bead mixes and specialty beads, perfect for sewing or gluing onto projects. And that’ s not all! Come on by and check us out. Artistcellar has been under new ownership for the past nine months and customer service is our specialty. Visit us at www.artistcellar.com and find us on Facebook.
To me, art has been the unexpected discovery of finding my passion. When I finally put paint onto paper, my heart and life exploded with a joy I hadn’t known before.
