MOre TAG junk

A Tag a Day Goal....

Bruno bought me a eyelet tool kit today. I had fun putting together a paper bag journal. Will post soon. Just experimenting lots of stuff. I do get discouraged when I can't focus and I end up making something I don't like. I ripped out a Christmas altered book layout I did. I put too much stuff on the pages, then tried to pull it together but really messed it up instead. I guess that is all part of learning and experimenting and I need to be patient. I hope I can get to the point where I can produce the effect I'm thinking of when I start. I need to figure out what works for me. LK

Picture Collage

I'm experimenting with doing a picture collage of our family for this year's CC. More soon. LK 

Self Portrait Tuesday 2!

Looking at the world through "gold" colored glasses. LK

More Marilyn: I am leaving ATC's to have an affair with TAG's!

I enjoyed doing this so much. First attempt at creating a tag. I like that the canvas is bigger and that you can use it for something! Gift tags, little scrapbooks, on a scrapping page, journals, the possibilities are endless. Now I'm obsessed. I think I found favorite mixed media canvas!

ATC therapy

My back is acting up again. I totally crashed on the couch after a hectic w/e last nite. I got out my supplies and worked randomly on some ATC's. I tried using regular cards this time and experimenting with gesso and decoupage gels. I have yet to be satisfied with any of the lot. I wish I could find one product that will glue/dry and look the way I want it to! Here are a few that I did last nite. I also did a page in my AB and one in my art journal. I'm such a schitzo artist. I like to dabble in this and that type of paint/project etc., plus I am loving photography. I don't have this kind of time though so I think that is why I must try to do a little bit of everything when I do. Anyway, back to reality. Kids are coming home now. I gotta get crackin' on my shopping. More soon. LK

Bruno's Party

Bruno's party went great. Here he is cutting his cake with his Navy Sword. It was a very cozy party. Here is what I had on the menu:
HOSTESS DINNER
Hot Cider: This has become a tradition in my home at holiday time. Everyone loves hot cider! With the snowy weather it was perfect! It also makes the house smell great!
Seven Layer Dip (Bruno's favorite)
Stuffed Spinach tarts (yum, my "Southern Living" friend made this for me....her appetizers are amazing!)
Cheese and Cracker Spread
Dinner:
Stuffed cheese tortillini with creme sauce
Sweet/sour meatballs (everyone know they will get meatballs here this time of year)
Caesar Salad (I swear by Marie's Dressing)
Fresh Rolls
Desserts: Cakes, Pastries, Red Grapes
Mix all together, invite good friends and ENJOY! 

Self Portrait Tuesday

Self portrait Tuesday
I am new to this idea, but love it. I would love to take part in this weekly exercise. This is me by the front door ready to go as usual with hair pulled back, don't feel like makeup on this snowy day. All I could say after taking this picture is "I clearly have my father's nose." LK

My Nuffin and Me! 

Here is one of my vintage christmas ATC (artist trading card). I'm participating in my first swap. I learned alot in the process. A big part of it is getting my hands on the types of things I want on my cards. I love vintage 1950's. Especially baking, homemakers, kitchens, etc.

Dear Santa....
All I want for Christmas is lots of more time and patience! LK 

Here's my latest collage for my class. It's not complete yet. I'm still learning! So much to learn, so little time! I guess I have the time, but it's hard to put aside for my art. This is my "harmony" collage. I really love doing the decoupage part of it all. Once I get a brush in my hand, I'm off to never never land!

"Hat's for Sale" ACK.