I really needed some tropical sized warmth this month with the deep freeze that we are caught in in, and this print just makes me so happy! I imagine that sitting on a settee or gazing at drapes from…
Pinterest style/ inspiration boards can be a really useful tool for creative businesses. For artists, Pinterest is the ultimate virtual way to collect and organize inspiration and creative motivation. Style boards help tell a story- your story- your artwork’s…
At the risk of tooting my own horn, I have selected this simply elegant necklace from Sarajo Wentling of SJ Designs for this week’s Perfect Pairing. Sarajo is a brand new member of my Simple Truths Sampler Club,…
Last week for handmade beads in red, glorious red! I hope you’ve enjoyed them as much as I have. What’s up for next month I hear you ask? Well, I’m returning to a perennial favourite of mine – have…
Welcome to Inside the Studio! Each week one of our contributors gives you a sneak peek into their studio, creative process or inspirations. We ask a related question of our readers and hope you’ll leave comments! As an incentive…
I find it completely enthralling to lose myself on Pinterest. I can find a wealth of inspiration without leaving the comfort of my bed or my home. Page after page of amazing pictures and incredible ideas! I could spend…
You are all making it so tough on me! The submissions this month are so varied and special, it is really difficult to pick just one each week! While there is a riot of color in the textile by…
I love fishing. You put that line in the water and you don’t know what’s on the other end.Your imagination is under there. ~Robert Altman One of the calls for submission for the Summer issue of Stringing Magazine was…
Happy Monday! How are you getting on with January? I have officially decided that it is my *least* favourite month of the year so I am glad we are past the halfway point! Onwards to the Spring now please.…
Welcome to Inside the Studio! Each week one of our contributors gives you a sneak peek into their studio, creative process or inspirations. We ask a related question of our readers and hope you’ll leave comments! As an incentive…