Create and Decorate

I have two projects for this issue!!! Check out my latest.

Added the wrong pic!!! Sorry

so here is the correct picture for the Twilight Journal - duh!

It has been so long!

Since I posted!!! Been working on lots of projects - very hard to multi-task - and I keep forgetting to post here! OK Enough of that!

And here it is the middle of June - hot hot hot - here in Texas- feels like August and September hot. ugh.....

Here is a pic of one of the projects I did for PfattMarketplace. If you have never visited - make plans to do so soon. Lots of awesome artists!

This is Spooky Jennifer -

I have made a hat stand from a vintage handmade cedar (I think) candlestick. I then made a head – completely my own pattern. The head is made of muslin and has been gessoed, painted and sealed. Then a circle of pearls and a circle of some kewl trim is perched on her head. Put some tulle around her neck. What a fun hatstand. I already have made several for myself!

And then of course there is Twilight!!!! I am completely besotted. I will be working on more items - really fun....

So – I made this journal especially for all you Twilight fans out there. It measures 5” x 7” – just big enough for your purse but not too big!
I covered the journal front and back with blue(Edward’s favorite color) handmade papers, trimmed in antique black lace. The front cover features an antique black & silver trim running thru the center of cover – representing the single cord that binds Edward and Bella. Added some fabulous black German Dresden trims and some of my favorite photos of the pair.
The back cover is simple and expressive. This is the time Edward and Bella were in Italy and represented by an Italian quote that means ‘my singer’ as explained by Edward that Bella’s blood sings for him. How romantic is that?

Other news - I have not finished my doll that I was making in the online class I took. I hope to pick her up again this weekend, finish her and post her here on the blog, so stay tuned!

and finally - here is a pic of my cute little Witchy Doxie!

Can you resist those eyes???

Ok guys - more tomorrow -

Stay well

Jo

April 21st - San Jacinto Day in Texas

Today - Santa Ana (a great Mexican general) was defeated by Sam Houston. A monument called the San Jacinto Monument was built in that days honor that helped Texas gain independence from Mexico. So enough of the history lesson.
Today I am working on my doll class I am taking from K. Etsvold on www.joggles.com and also working on a doll for Danita (that wonderful artist featured on the cover Somerset Studio!). She and I and some members of PFATT are doing a Favorite Swap swap. I drew Danita's name and started cutting it out last nite. Today I am gonna start sewing. Will post pics as I go along.....
Off to the sewing machine!
Stay Well
Jo

Spring is here! I think....

OK - we just had Easter weekend. The pecan trees are starting to bud out and so I think maybe Spring is really here. It is about 65 degrees and the sun is out. All the birds and critters are out doing their thing. My dogs (all five of them) are on the deck sunning.

I wanted to show my latest doll and the class I am taking from Katie Etsvold at Joggles.com.

As you can see in the pic - that is what I am supposed to be making and she should look a little like the one pictured.

Well - I have made the theatre, the bird's swing and started on her body. Will take a pic when finished.

Here is a pic of my latest doll - and she has already sold in Pfatt Marketplace.

Her name is Hannah and has her own doll stand. She sold right away, so I am encouraged to continue making these great little girls.

Mark your calendars for May 10th. the day the new Pfatt Marketplace debuts with the latest and greatest from a bunch of very talented artists!

Well - it is late afternoon here and my girls want to be fed! Tomorrow I have to mail out Hannah and some other orders and work on my doll for class.

Talk to you soon!!!!!

Stay well

Jo

New Giveaway from PFATT!!

Yippee!!! Here it is April - spring is in the air. Please go check out the giveaways from PFATT for this month. And just a reminder - bookmark this site - because we have a giveaway every month this year! How exciting is that!

http://www.pfatt.blogspot.com/

On to other news. As I mentioned before, I am taking a class from Katie Etsvold at Joggles.com. I am truly enjoying this wonderful class. And learning lots of great techniques!!! If you ever have a mind to, please sign up. She will be having 2 more classes this year at Joggles.com. Will be posting my adventure when I finish her!

Stay well
Jo

Dollies

OK


I am still playing around with my dollies and I think I finally worked out a sweet one that I really like and have already sold!


here is her pic!

I named her Sarah. She is only about 8" tall and dressed in her night clothes. I made a stand for her from a 1" wooden block and a 3/16" wooden dowel. And I painted it black and then as I was sealing it, I added bits of lace. Looks really kewl.

So here is the technique:

make doll

Paint on 3 coats of Gesso, sanding in between coats.

Paint on 2 coats of a flesh color (your choice), sanding in between coats.

Add features and any other details you wish.

Spray with a Matte spray to seal.

Paint on 1 coat DecoArt Crackle in a medium consistancy. In other words not too light but not a really heavy coat.

Let dry 2-4 hrs. Then rub on a coat of Folk Art Antiquing Polish. The crackle will appear immediately.

This is what I was looking for - a one step crackle.

Easy technique......Try it!

Jo

Dolls

Today I am pondering about dolls. Dolls to me are a personal choice for everyone. One sees a doll that is to them is ugly and another person loves it. So there ya go. I am working on a doll right now, and came up against a staining problem. I am still experimenting and when I work it out, will share my technique with you.
Another thing I want to talk about is a great paper and multi-media artist named Katie Esvold. She has been published lots of times and is now offering classes on-line! To see the class I will be taking go to http://www.joggles.com and then select classes. This is exciting and I can't wait! Taking this class will be very instructional and lots of new techniques! I warn you it is a doll and paper art. And...
I will post a pic of my dolly, good or bad. tehe
Well, that is all for now, am sure more things will pop to talk about.
Stay safe:
Jo

Wow!!

I know it has been months since I blogged. Due to tragic circumstances I have been very very busy with my family.

Today I have some great news!!!!

Attached you will find a link to a new and exciting blog created by my group forum on Ebay and it is so awesome! The artists (we are all called Pfatties) are fabulous and I am so glad I am a part of this special group.

Please go to the link and look at all the fun stuff you will find and stay tuned for an announcement about a fab give-away for our grand opening.

http://www.pfatt.blogspot.com/

and

here is a pic of my latest project for Create and Decorate!! Will be adding to my website and offering kits very soon!

Well, have to go work for now - sign up as a follower and I promise to try and keep my blog going in a more positive direction!

Jo

We survived Gustav!!!

and everything is fine here. Roads are still muddy - but they are drying out every day!!!! Gonna mail my orders on Monday - I am so far behind right now. Funny how the weather can just suddenly change your life!
Also, my newest project from Create and Decorate will be out shortly - I will post to this site when it is available to the public.
I just finished designing two Christmas stocking rug hooking patterns that will be available to my regular customers first and then loaded to the website a month later.
IF YOU WANT MORE INFO - PLEASE GO TO MY WEBSITE AND ADD YOURSELF TO THE MAILING LIST!
You will not regret it, because I don't send emails very day or week. I prefer once a month or so update or just when I have news I need to pass on.
Have a great Sunday and week!

Blessings

Hello






Been so busy this summer, completely forgot about my blog! Anyways - I have new projects in Create and Decorate and if you want kits - just go to http://www.laceyjaneprims.com/ and order! Here are some pics:

These are Halloween Shakers - in the latest issue - very easy to make and fun!!!!

And here is a 26" rug to make. I got the inspiration from an old antique apron I have. I thought it would make a great rug!!!! What do you think?

Well - must run - designing and hooking Christmas stocking!

Blessings to all

Jo

Current Projects

I just finished this wonderful witch stocking! It was a special order for a favorite customer, she was extremely pleased and ordered another witch! If you would like your very own witch stocking here are the details.
The stocking is about 22" tall, completely handpainted. There is a sculpted witch head sewn to the stocking, including her hat. Inside the stocking could be a crow, tiny witch, candy canes, or any number of Halloweeny items. Each stocking is different, no two are alike. The cost is approximately $40.00 plus shipping. Please email me for more details and to order!

I have begun a series of "witch on a stick", so cute and very Halloween! She is about 18" tall, her head is sculpted, painted and stained. Hair and hat makes her look just like a witch and an occasional wart also helps. I added trinkets, like a feather, skull beads and some wonderful yarn to complete the look. I have more pictures available - just email me. Cost is $32.00 plus shipping. There are no two alike - I am working on another one and will post her pic when finished.

So you see I am busy - please let me know what you think about my witchy items!
J

It is almost over!!!

Yippee!!!! OK - for the last few months have been heavily involved in preparing for a lawsuit for my boss. Today they went to court for their depositions and they caught her perjuring herself 16 times!!! They counted - 16 times!
So they adjorned and will continue later, but it looks really good for our side, thank God I am so meticulous about my bookkeeping.
We are leaving now for a fancy restaurant - I am so happy for him, and that I am getting a margarita!
More later!!!!!
Jo

Busy busy busy

Hello - been very busy working on a prom dress for a friend's daughters' senior prom! Almost finished - tonite is the prom! This dress is my own design - I think it will be pretty. I will post pics when I get them.


On the Create & Decorate projects - my newest design is in the June 2008 issue! Here is a pic -

You can make an eggplant, chili peppers, bell pepper, corn, and a crook-neck squash! No kits available - but the wools are available on my website.

Well back to the dress.............see ya later!

And I dropped the ball.....

Edgar Allen Poe has an Easter ......
Macabre I know - just took a little tin and started playing around. Inside the tin is an egg that has been painted and glittered. Added a little bow and fringy yarn. On the opposite side is a pic of EAP, a 3-D crow and then surrounded by vintage tinsel. On the front of the tin I did some hand painting then added a crow and 'the raven'. Even painted on little glittered moon.
And finally here is the back of the tin. Painted and added a pic of EAP's gravestone and then stamped 'nevermore' and a skull and crossbones.
I love how it turned out!
Want it? Email me, the cost is only $15.00 plus postage.



OK - I dropped the ball on my blog....reason? - Family issues - I think things are stabilizing and now am able to keep up my blogging. Yippee!!!!









here are latest photos of some rug hooking I have been doing...They are both available. Please email me for pricing and details.



I am currently working on my project for Create and Decorate - already working on October, which is my favorite time of year.

If you have not seen the April 2008 issue of C&D - my project is a Texas Prairie Hearth Rug. Will post a pic tomorrow!

Gotta run for now -

Blessings
Jo

My sweet Friend - Pam

of 'Soft In the Head' has tagged me on her blog - http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2uzZH12zuEs/Rr2ib2yN1rI/AAAAAAAAAOI/caNSiYq99sg/s1600-h/you%2Bare%2Ba%2Bdoll%2Baward.jpg
such a sweetie - always kind and helpful!!!! Thank you Pam!!!! Hugs to ya!!!!

Working on my Art!

Well I have been really working on getting better at making dolls and prim items. I have also been busy designing some rug hooking designs. So much to work on and so little time!!! The lament of all artists!
here is a pic of my latest - a candy corn tinker witch

http://www.laceyjaneprims.com/auctions/CandyCornWitch1.jpg

sorry - have not figured out how to put a pic on here. Will have to work on that!

Here I am!!!!

Well, I finally did it!!! I created this little blog to share with friends and fellow artisians my current interests and creative endeavors. If you want your linked added, just email me. I only used mine and will be adding more as I find them. Hope all have a great evening.

Jo