Only a week into the new year and decade and I was feeling overwhelmed. Not good. Numerous 'opportunities' were coming my way in addition to the already scheduled commitments and events on my calendar. As I wondered what to do, and not do, confusion started swirling in my head. My thoughts were not linear so I decided to do a mind map. This post shows the process I went through and three easy steps to make your own mind map.
Read MoreWhether you are researching your Word of the year or any word, these online research steps can help you grow in understanding of your word. In this post there is listed step-by-step process to explore the meaning of a word and find Scripture and quotes to add to the meaning. Examples of visually expressing words are also given.
Read MoreIntroducing four new Celtic stencils inspired by Celtic illuminated manuscripts. Spark your creativity with four videos and inspiring examples.See what you can do to make a bullet journal come alive with using stenciled letters that don't look like stencils, and beautiful Spiral and tile patterns. Use a Gel Press to print shimmery papers with metallic Pan Pastels and acrylic paints.
Read MoreHere is a walk through of my Word of the Year bullet journal set-up for 2020. I also compare it to 2019's journal set-up. I hope you are inspired to set up your own journal. It's so nice to set up the monthly calendar as I go in the journal. That way there aren't any blank pages in between entries.
Read MoreThe beautiful guiding prayer of The Maranatha Community has been read and heard by millions worldwide. It has helped transform my thinking and used to bring about inner healing. In this post I've use the sound-track from the original Shalom CD (with permission) to overlay it onto my original artwork to create this video rendition.
Read MoreNew ATC (Artist Trading Card) size stencil plus Mid-Century Modern Star Stencils. Video and inspirational examples included in this post.
Read MoreVideo and written reasons on the benefits of including a Word of the Year in a bullet/calendar/everyday/anything style of journal
Read MoreThis post shows my finished journal pages of the A-Z Word of the Year Challenge & links including A-Z of my Mystery and applying it to a word of the year.
Read More2019 monthly calendar made in my Leuchtturm 1917 dotted journal with theme of mid-century modern & using banner stencil. Biggest Stencil Sale of the year!
Read MoreHappy Thanksgiving! I am thankful for you and appreciate your visits to my blog and website. I hope you enjoy the spirit of Thanksgiving wherever you are!
Read MoreMoving toward a zenith, the highest point in life, with passion and zeal sounds fulfilling and to me. I would like to live with such purposeful intention.
Read MoreWhat I yearn for I tend to say 'yes' to. That is why it is so important to nurture my heart, be aware of what or who I give my heart to, what I focus on, and even what I see and hear.
Read MoreVideo and written steps on how to choose a Word of the Year to focus on and live by. Visit my blog for creative ways to journal and live your word this year
Read MoreThe mysterious treasure and paradox of the letter 'X' in the A-Z of Mystery journal. Scripture and questions to consider in this journey of life.
Read MoreSeeking wisdom “the ability to think and act using knowledge, experience, insight, understanding and common sense; unbiased judgment, and compassion.” What do I have grace and time for?
Read MoreOnce again I'm participating in this studio tour in Oregon's Washington County. It is a great community event, FUN, FREE, & INSPIRATIONAL! This weekend October 19-20, 2019 between 11am - 5 pm. Stenciling Demos and introducing new Studio Workshops for 2020! I hope to see you in the studio. Cheers!
Read MoreWe are bound together in a common life. Seeking unity with one another is a worthwhile pursuit. "How wonderful it is...to live together in harmony.
Read MoreThere is something special about birds - full of wonder, flight, freedom… An egg is a symbol of hope and possibility. Feathers speak of spirituality, and nests of the nurturing comfort of home. There is also something special about being able to paint these as symbols of our personal story.Do you want to improve your painting skill while celebrating the wonder of birds? In this course you can! There are 7 step-by-step video lessons with bird themes of eggs, birds, feathers, and nests. Have fun and learn how to paint realistically and expressively with acrylics on a variety of surfaces and backgrounds: watercolor sheet/journal, wood board or canvas, sheet music (thin paper.)
Read MoreSometimes the smallest ordinary things hold the most important lessons - if I stop to look and listen... Here is a video I took of my lesson from one of God's small often overlooked little creatures.
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