Each time I do a special feature on my blog, I like to ask the artist: “We all pull from different things to inspire our art. What 3 things inspire your creativity the most?”. There’s a reason why I ask. It’s not because I feel like taking up space on the page. And not because [...]
Archive for May, 2008
SPECIAL FEATURE #2: Louche Lab
Posted in Special Feature, tagged ACEO, art, bike, Chuck Palahniuk, Etsy, interview, Loche Lab, original painting, sketch book, Special Feature, stuffed animal, Tel Aviv, upcycled, wallet on May 8, 2008 | 6 Comments »
Is there anything Aya Rosen doesn’t do? Ask and she’ll tell you: she’s a graphic designer by profession and a painter by definition. And then, just when you think those are a truckload of skills to last a lifetime, she reveals her web design, illustration, and crafting abilities too. I say, more power to you, [...]
MOTHER’S DAY CONTEST: 1st Place Winning Entry by Johannah Brookwell
Posted in Contests, tagged Carnival, Etsy, God, mother's day contest, winner on May 4, 2008 | 15 Comments »
My mother had a strong faith in God. I imagine that was taught to her also as a child. And she passed that strong faith onto me – she taught me that God sees everything – He pays you back for every good deed you do 100 fold – maybe not right away, maybe not [...]
MOTHER’S DAY CONTEST: 1st Place Winning Entry by Virginia Tanner
Posted in Contests, tagged Carnival, daughter, domestic violence, Etsy, mother, Mother's Day, winner on May 4, 2008 | 5 Comments »
My Mom taught me to be a survivor. Years ago I married a man I believed to be “the one”. After two years of being brutally beaten he finally went the extra mile and almost killed me in front of my child. For months I cried and fell deeper and deeper into depression. I drank [...]
MOTHER’S DAY CONTEST: 2nd Place Winning Entry by Jessica Jane
Posted in Contests, tagged Carnival, daughter, Etsy, mother, mother's day contest, winner on May 4, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
A significant life lesson my mom has taught me is to always stick up for myself, keep a good head on my shoulders, and love unconditionally. My mom never personally told me any of these things, but yet, she showed them to me by doing these three things on her own. She is one of [...]
CONTEST WINNERS: Mother’s Day Gift Basket
Posted in Contests, tagged Carnival, Etsy, gift basket, mother's day contest, winners on May 4, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Finally! My internet service is still down, but I can now announce the winners of the “Mother’s Day Gift Basket” thanks to my dear friend Mariane. As I tip-tap away on her computer, I do it with shaky fingers. Why? Because choosing the winners was more difficult than I imagined it would be. All of [...]
UPDATE: Mother’s Day Gift Basket Contest
Posted in Carnival, tagged Carnival, Etsy, gift basket, mother's day contest on May 2, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
My heart cries tears of sadness because I won’t be able to post the winner of the Mother’s Day Gift Basket Contest, today Unfortunately my internet service is down at home and I’m unable to access my e-mail in order to notify the winners. I’m typing this update at my day job (ssssshhhh . . [...]
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