Thursday, December 22, 2011

HO HO HO

Wishing you a holiday filled with
laughter, love and peace.
See you next year!

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

LOKALwear

I can finally share a project I have been working on for the past year with LOKALwear!  I mentioned it back in September but had to wait a little longer to share.  Bruna Patko is the brain and designer behind LOKALwear.  Bruna and I have had a great time collaborating on this project inspired by Matyo folk flowers and Kalocsai lace.  I can not wait to get back to Budapest and pick up my shirts!  I want to wear them now!

I think this is my favorite design.  It is screen printed with an embroidered bird!
This one is inspired by Kalocsai lace
And this one by the Matyo flowers.
 The shirts come in other colors also but these photographed the best.  What do you think??




Monday, December 19, 2011

Society6 new prints!

 Check out the new Society6 prints uploaded last night!  Since this design is super popular I thought I would have fun with the size and try making it really big.  This is my favorite so far.

Blooming Dahlia in Blue
Blooming Dahlia in Pink




Thursday, December 15, 2011

Seattle

Pike Place Market
I have been in Seattle for 2 weeks now.  It has been a surreal trip.  Strange to think it has been over three years since we left!  We have been catching up friends, visiting some of our old stomping grounds and being tourists in areas that have changed over the years.

To make it even more surreal I am working with my old employer creating artwork and lending a hand with overflow work.  And on Tuesday I met with a client that I have been working with for over three years that I have never met face to face-tonight I head to their company Christmas party.  I guess you can say this trip has been more productive than I anticipated:)  There have been so many new exciting opportunities that have shown themselves since I have been in Seattle that I am feeling a bit overwhelmed.  I really need a day to soak it all up and plan out 2012.  Hopefully I will get a bit of break at Christmas when we head to the mountains for 4 days! (I can not tell you how excited I am to be in snow and surrounded by nature!)

I was hoping to see "the mountain" when I was here.  We have had so many clear days it is shocking!  My husband took the photos below while on his way to a meeting in the morning.  Beautiful.
I was working from a friends house a few days ago and this was my view at around 5:00pm.  
Enjoy your day!

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

FAM recap

This past Saturday was FAM - Fatto a Mano.  I was so excited to be one of the participating artists.  It was so much fun meeting new artists and reconnecting with artists I haven't seen in 3 years.  Below are a few photos from the show.

Finally set up before the crowd arrives.
Room 1
Room 2
Room 3
Thanks Roberta for opening your home to all of us.

Monday, December 12, 2011

Society6 new prints!

Here are the new Society6 prints for this week!  I have a feeling this is going to be a popular one from the feedback I have already gotten from friends!

This is called Laughter.  I guess you can say this is what I think laughter looks like:)  What do you think?
Here it is in blue and white.
  Being in Seattle has been great!  I met up with my friend Susan last week and she pulled out her iphone for show and tell!  I had to share the photo!
She bought Dancing Dahlia in Blue (one of top sellers)

Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Calendars 15% off!

I have decided to extend the ETSY Sale until December 15!  
Don't forget to order your calendars now for Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers!
They come in plastic cd case that sits upright on your desk!





Tuesday, December 6, 2011

F.A.M.

Hello Seattlelites!  Don't forget this Saturday is FAM!  Roberta Torgerson of Laurelhurst generously opens her home for the 8th annual Fatto a Mano (made by hand) art show.  I am very excited to be part of the talented group of artists this year.  Be sure to mark your calendar and swing by and say hello!

Saturday, December 10 from 11-5
3935 51st Ave NE

Visit the blog to see who else will be there!  famseattle.wordpress.com
I hope to see you there!


Currently in its 8th year, FAM creates a warm space to establish long-lasting relationships between the talented artisans and the appreciative clientele. Each year the addition of new designers enhances the caliber of FAM, making it a treasured event patronized by Seattle’s most discerning shoppers. It is a much anticipated holiday event to shop for unique gifts year in year out.

Roberta Torgerson
Host
This year Roberta is taking a hiatus from knitting. She has been working hard to bring to fruition her boutique Italian Language School PERCORSO ITALIANO. Visit the school’s website and peruse its course offerings to get an idea of what Roberta has been up to this year: www.percorsoitaliano.com
Roberta will host the FAM show as per tradition, and she hopes to get back into knitting early next year for FAM 2012!

Andrea Kohler:
Fine Book-Binding and Paper Works

Ja Teuber:
Letterpressed and Silkscreened Cards and Calendars

Shamila Jiwa:
Distinctive Gemstone Jewelry

Dinah Coops:
Modern, Artful Products inspired by nature and minimalism

Meredith MacLeod:
Colorful Hand-Painted Glass Dishes

Jil Smith:
Handmade and Custom Lighting

Kristin Nelson:
Kri Kri Studio: Elegant, Whimsical Tableware

Ladies & Gentleman:
Vintage Inspired, Cleverly-Designed Home Goods

Lauren Burman:
Small Ceramic Vases with a Purposes

Tamila Morgan:
Body Products Handmade the Old-Fashioned Way

Diane Kappa:
Whimsical Paper Products and a Touch of Fabric

Kelly Jones:
Elegant Industrial Jewelry

CASH OR CHECK ONLY PLEASE

Please Forward This Invitation to Family & Friends

Grazie e a presto!

Monday, December 5, 2011

new art for Society6!

Two new prints on Society6!  First the popular "Tweet" Print recolored in Black and White!

"Tweet" in Black and White
And a new print called "Flower Garden".



Thursday, December 1, 2011

NEW in my ETSY shop - fabric & calendars

I am so excited to have 2 NEW items in my Etsy shop!

First, I have many requests for where you can buy my fabrics.....well, now you can buy them directly from me!  Check out the Bonjour! fat quarter bundles available in all three color stories!
Bonjour!  Autumn Leaf Colorway
Bonjour!  Cloudy Days Colorway
Bonjour!  Purple Haze Colorway
Second, a 2012 desk calendar with 12 unique designs, one for each month.  It comes in a plastic case that sits upright on your desk.
The best news....all of the above items are included int he 15% off Holiday Sale!  Remember just type in the code "holidaycheer15" at checkout and the discount will be taken off your items!