My Newest Upcycled Piece: Hand Painted Seahorse Garden Water Bottle

I just finished this last night,and I love it. This is an recycled and upcycled laundry bead container. The bottle was cleaned and sterilized, then I painted the seahorse which has a floral mosaic design, for the body. Then on the back side, are some vines, leaves and various flowers. I am not super happy with the large roses, but they will do. It is signed and dated on the bottom, and will be sealed for paint protection. This would make an awesome gift for the gardener in your life. I will definitely be doing more of these, just need more bottles, lol. This bottle is plastic, btw, not glass. This is available to purchase in my Etsy store, and will be in my Ecrater store soon. I only have one, so it is a very limited edition, as are most of my pieces of art work.

Finished Fall Motif Painted Door

I finally got to finish the back door of the house. I did this all in acrylics and is completely free hand. Though I have to say there is a lot to be said for lightly penciling in your items. For example, the trees, leaves and bunny, I have done lots of times and am very comfortable with. However, the squirrel and the deer, I have never done and they look slightly awkward. I still love it and am happy to share with all of you. Did you know that Folk Art by definition is art work done by people who have no art training. I guess I qualify as a Folk Artist.

DIY Paint Your Doors with Acrylics for Fall

I think I am getting trees down pretty good now. Still having a hard time with large leaves. I want them to look a certain way, but I am pleased with them so far. The spooky house and tree was painted onto my front door yesterday. From start to finish, including clean up, it took about three hours. The nice thing about the front door is that I can be inside, in the air conditioning, while I do it. The second door took about 90 minutes, the back door, and I had to stand outside to do it. Granted it is in a screened porch, but it was still mighty hot here in Florida. The squirrel is being removed, because not what I want. Never painted a squirrel before, but I do have a picture in a book as a model. I think I will add some other Fall critters too, like a deer, owl or cat. I paint from free hand. The only time I draw something out, is if it is small and a very specific shape I need. Then I just draw the basic outline and that is it. I have started just light drawing where I want to place things in a painting, just for perspective. These will stay on the doors, until they come off. I will have to use another door for Christmas, lol. So far I have done these two doors, a bathroom shower wall, a living room wall and the back of the front door has a Thankful tree on it. All of these things can be seen in this blog, by doing a search of the archives. I would have a whole forest of trees painted on my walls by now, if it just didn't take so long, and break my back. What do you think of my doors?

Sterling Malachite Gemstone Cabachon With Leaves Ring

Malachite, is a lovely green gemstone. It usually has bands within the gemstone, and is very popular in carvings, and jewelry. It only has a hardness of 3 1/2 to 4, on the Mohs Hardness Scale, so extreme care must be given when cleaning, and wearing Malachite. If you love the Kelly Green color, this is the gemstone for you. This ring was created by me, and features an 8x6mm oval Malachite gemstone, set in a sterling silver ring, with fancy leaves adorning the shoulders of the ring. This ring would be perfect to wear in the Fall, or anytime of the year. This ring will be available for sale, in my Etsy store. If you are not a member, and are interested in this ring, it can be purchase through this blog. Shipping is free, if you order, through my blog, to USA buyers only. Don't forget to enter the contest, see the top of the blog for details.

Monday Is For Moms: Fall Leaves

This weeks Monday is for moms, features a handtowel, made by my Mom. It features a set of lovely fall leaves, embroidered onto a handtowel. This would make a great addition to any kitchen, for the fall months. This lovely handtowel will be available for sale in my Etsy store http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6007466 for the price of 3.95 Be sure to visit my store, and check out all my great items. I will be adding more of my moms, lovely hand towels in the next couple of days. Be sure to check out all my jewelry, and start your Xmas shopping early. My prices are reasonable, and all pieces are made by me. If you are a mom, and you have a craft, run a store or a blog, leave me a comment with your info, and I will feature you next Monday, on Monday is for Moms. Have a great day, everyone.