For those who remember my first blog post about a series of linoleum block cuts I was working on, those are finished!
Below is the final product I created with those linocuts! Introducing the 2010 Beak and Botany calendar. As the name suggests, it features a variety of birds and plant life, and one tree (which I know is not botanical, but give me a break).
Yesterday, my sister and I found ourselves waiting in an extremely long line waiting for the colossal holiday sale to open. As this was my first time attending, I had no idea there would be such a large crowd! I should have known that Portlanders are dearly beholden to their local handmade crafters (having attended the monthly Crafty Wonderland events at Doug Fir).
We endured the line to be pleasantly surprised that we were among the first 200 – which meant that we left with a bag of lovely swag!
Good times were had browsing among the 200+ artists and crafters’ goodies. Some Christmas shopping was done and I couldn’t help but treat myself as well. I hope you enjoy the pics of some of the things I found endearing.
Waiting in line. If you look closely the line goes all the way up the stairs, around the corner and out of view.
Beards! Made out of felt and yarn. Find the beard of your dreams at imadeyouabeard.com
Felted pickles in a jar, and other cute stuff from Shamui. View her work at flickr.com/photos/shamui
Beautiful letterpress art from Lulu Dee. Visit their shop at luludee.etsy.com
Here are the invitations and tickets I designed for my church’s Christmas Dessert Theatre. We’ll be going to the Saturday evening show and I can’t wait! This year the play is set in 1941. It’s a story about family, hope and a nation on the brink of World War II. It centers around a radio so the music is going to be swell! Return with us to the golden days of radio and the sounds of the 40’s while enjoying a night of friendship and gourmet desserts. Visit www.fbcbeaverton.org/christmas to reserve your seats – it’s free!
Invitation
One of three ticket designs. The bands of color at the top and bottom are different for each performance. The other two colors are red - like the invite (my personal favorite), and chocolate brown - like the radio.
