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Sunday…Monday? Day.

Hello. I’d ask what you’re up to this Sunday but pretty sure it’s the same as me….under stay at home orders or quarantine or shelter in place. Yup. It’s a new world. What are you doing to stay sane? Or hopeful? I’m painting, walking Bella, staying in touch with people, organizing the towel cupboard, […]

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Peace be with you

What can I say that you haven’t read, seen, experienced or felt already? Not much. So I’m just here to say hi, send a hug from a far and staying connected in the way I know how. I’m exercising a bit. Walking outside. Puttering. Starting projects I can’t finish. Emailing, calling and texting to stay […]

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Top 10 Designers to Watch in 2020!

Hello from that equally slow motion and uber revved up time warp between trade shows. It’s a time where coffee in the morning is extra luxurious and slow but orders also need to be filled pronto and the day is planned strategically. I’m between Atlanta AmericasMart and Las Vegas Gift Show and appreciating every minute. […]

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Nautical Parlour

“Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year.” Emerson I love this quote, this sentiment and this reminder to be present and appreciate life’s lovely moments as well as it’s ebb and flow. Especially this week. Thanksgiving week, a week by definition, a time to be even more […]

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Fancy Envelopes

This afternoon in sweet Ashland, Oregon, it’s pouring icy fog rain, dark by 3pm, wind howling around the house and I am recovering from part one of some dental work. Before you turn green with envy, there is an upside. I’m home for the afternoon doing “nothing”. “Nothing” is a requirement when I’m supposed to […]

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Holiday Treasures 2017

Holiday Treasures Our December exhibit is Holiday Treasures, featuring a wide range of creative works selected for their suitability as gifts. The show dates are December 1–31. You’ll find many artistic treasures that will be the perfect gift for loved ones and colleagues this holiday season.  A collection of Dolores Ribal’s new works are also […]

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Holiday Treasures 2017

Holiday Treasures Our December exhibit is Holiday Treasures, featuring a wide range of creative works selected for their suitability as gifts. The show dates are December 1–31. You’ll find many artistic treasures that will be the perfect gift for loved ones and colleagues this holiday season.  A collection of Dolores Ribal’s new works are also […]

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CREATIVE PHOTOSHOP TECHNIQUES WORKSHOP

Professional photographers Lewis Anderson and Vitaly Geyman are pleased to announce a collaborative one day workshop on creative Photoshop techniques. In this hands-on workshop the presenters will teach you their favorite texturing, painting, composite and blending modes techniques.

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