Kristen Robinson

Day Three - Ashland

A perfectly sunshine filled morning greets us as we spend the day in beloved Ashland. The melody of the creek running through the park fills my soul; it is as if I am home once again. How I love this town.

Day Two - Vacation Road Trip

As we make our way to Oregon I find I am filled with excitement I cannot wait to step foot in Ashland. So many memories and cherished times in such a wonderful place.

A Glimpse of Me

Some day I will stop pinching myself and realize this journey I am on is not a dream but rather my dream come true. As I have shared with you I am so proud and excited to be part of the Objects and Elements Design Team. I am having a grand time creating and frankly playing with elements that I adore. 

I cannot say enough about the ICE Resin. Each pour has been perfectly crystal clear with a scant amount of air bubbles that rise to the surface on their own, needless to say there has been no need for the lighter or straight pin. I promise you will think you are you are looking through the purest most pristine glass you have ever seen.

I am working away on my next projects which I can tell you involve a torch and a saw! To read my interview and learn more about the inspiration for this piece as well as the fantastic products offered in the store visit today Objects and Elements today.

Ties That Bind

 

I am so thrilled to tell you all that the Ties That Bind Fundraising Project has now entered into it's final phase! Raffle tickets are now on sale and one lucky winner will receive the amazing doll!

I was so very fortunate to not only participate in this project but  to see this doll up close and it  truly is an incredible collection of handmade ties and charms m created by a plethora of talented artists who so graciously donated pieces of artwork. Raffle tickets are being sold for $5 each or 6 tickets for $20. To enter the raffle follow and from there you will be just a click away from your chance to win this wonderful doll.  To learn more about the participants and see each piece that is part of the doll visit the Ties That Bind Blog.

 

Chandelier Photos

Fleur Chandelier

I promise there are photos of  Artistic Affaire Printemps on their way to my blog. For now I am posting photos and a few instructions for the wonderful ladies who so graciously took my class after a long day of amazing creativity. Thank you all so much for a superb Saturday full of fun, beauty and laughter I am forever grateful. And remember please do not hesitate to e-mail me with any construction questions.

This sweet girl has a background that consists of the ledger card with a round doilie glued upon the background and a wee sprig of tulle glued to the top of the doilie. Once you have your layers down add this precious photo as well as a strip of lace at the bottom.

 The three Bonne Fete ladies are simply adhered to the ledger paper background and again a wee strip of lace is added to the bottom of the card to finish it off.

 

To your background glue a strip of blue elastic as well as a feather. Add the photo as well as a strip of lace to the bottom.

A few tips for the photo cards; Holes can be punched on the left and right side and hung on the chandelier with the seam biding that was provided. Other options include a center hole with one piece of ribbon or even a hole on one side of the top and the photo can hang on an angle.

 

The paper flowers are simply placed on the inside and outside of your ring, a glue dot or a dollop of glue will hold it in place quite nicely. A clothes pin is a handy tool for holding the flower in place while the glue is drying.

The tulle rosettes you created will simply lay within the rungs of your ring, allowing the streamers to drape down if you so desire.

I am here if you need me just drop me a note.

 

An Affaire to Remember

The day has arrived An Artistic Affaire is going on right now. An absolute dream day to be sure. Stay tuned for more beauty.

Today is the Day - Drawing Winner is Chosen

 The little man just completed the drawing and the winner is......darling Constance of Rochambeau. The drawing was very scientific as I asked little man to choose a number that fell within the range of comments submimtted and then asked he choose top or bottom of the list. After a few minutes (and I do mean a few minutes) of pondering little man announced 7 was to be the number because that is not only his age but it is lucky. When asked if he would like me to count from the top or the bottom the choice was the bottom because he likes to be on the ground. I cannot help but smile at the sweet logic of the little man.

Please be sure to visit Constance as she is celebrating her second year of blogging; her blogis full of beauty, delights and lovely treasures. Stay tuned for next week's video and giveaway. Thank you to all of you who left such lovely comments.

Objects and Elements Design Team

I have been bubbling with news that until today I could not officially share. The amazing  and talented artist  Susan Lenart Kazmer, who creates story filled treasures is relaunching her wonderful line of products and jewelry components with the help of her business partner Linda Larsen.  Jen Cushman who is so very talented and so well versed in many mediums has jumped on board as the new Media Manager.

Jen has created a new blog Objects and Elements which is packed with information, news, inspiration and lots of amazing projects! Now for the GRAND news....Jen is also heading up the new Objects and Elements Design Team which I am so very honored to be a part of alongside wonderful artists Deryn Mentock, Barbe St. John and Jane Salley.

For some time now I have had a fascination with the truly lovely bezels and clasps available on line in the Objects and Elements Shop from rectangles and ovals to sterling silver and brass the selection is bountiful and beautiful.  I would be remiss if I did not share my feelings on the new ICE Resin. AMAZING sums it up, very few bubbles and so clear in its nature  that I have been working with it almost daily.

Don't delay visit the new Objects and Elements Blog right away making sure you take a trip into the Shop for a bit of retail therapy - I promise you will be bubbling with creative ideas and plans for new projects.  

Heartfelted(ed) Sentiments - Video and Giveaway

Another batch of Heartfelt(ed) Sentiments are now available in the Shopppe at Stampington. Classic simplicity speaks to all of us. A worn teddy bear from yesteryear, a beloved sweater we cannot bear to part with as its texture is just right; both bring us comfort and offers us bits of joy. We are not always able to carry a teddy bear with us through life or wear our sweater each day however a hand dyed heart softly felted wool heart that is both soft in texture and classic in color offers us not only comfort when we look to it but a bit of simple beauty.

The felted heart makes a perfect gift for any occasion. It will make a lovely addition to a simple frame, book cover, lying on a desk top, simply framed on a favorite piece of paper, or as an addition to a piece of artwork you are creating. Additionally the Sterling Silver and Pearl sentiments are ready to remove from their packaging and go right onto a chain or ribbon. Each heart has been carefully packaged by me! These hearts are a constant reminder that we should all strive to have a heart full of content.

Be sure to leave a comment as I will be giving away a heart....drawing to be held on May 20th!

Charlotte's House June 12th

A wee antique Frozen Charlotte is oh so pretty and delicately sweet. Add a vintage style jar, a bit of paint, wire and vintage paper and you have a divine little flower holder ideal for a sprig of blossoms guaranteed to brighten your day.

Friday June 12^th 5:30 – 8:30

Workshop Fee $40

Kit Fee $25 (payable to the instructor)

All Levels Welcome

 Join me as we create Charlotte’s House, a truly divine project that can be hung on a door to welcome all or stand freely as it is. I will be provided an array of paint colors to choose from and all supplies for the project are included in the class fee and kit.

 Please bring the following tools with you.

Scissors

Paper Adhesive

Needle and White Thread

Paint Brushes – Detail Brush and a Small Shading Brush (suitable for acrylics)

Small Cup for Water to rinse your brushes

Pencil

 

Optional:

Watercolor Crayons and or Water Color Pencils

 All classes are prepaid. Call the shop at 714-680-8893 or the cell number at 714-349-2069 to reserve your place in class. You may reserve your place in person at the store with cash, check or credit, or via phone and credit card or Paypal. Call us if you need assistance.