Happy Girl

Why am I this happy? (pictures compliments of bess...she wouldn't let me post the very first pic....it was taken of her!)

Because of this.  I got it in preparation for Australia...

The back screen and the features are definitely an upgrade.  I am THRILLED!!!

Fall has arrived!

Since I haven't picked up a paintbrush lately and may not for awhile....here is some fall decor to get you in spirit!

This is my first craft project (many to come) from Pinterest!  Thanks, Hunt!

It makes me happy when I come home from work.  What's even better...I don't have to water it. 

Bess and I utilized our Whole Foods Groupons during a lunch trip...it took us about 15 minutes to pick out the perfect mum!

I am a sucker for pumpkins.  Thank you Western in Vestavia...they had SO MANY cool ones!

Happy 6th fall from the house!

The Godwin Girls' Door Sign

The secret is out!  Allison had her twin girls.  I had a little something waiting on them....  

It seems like yesterday Riley was born!

I apologize for the poor photography.  It was night and I was lacking light (and the pictures were still wet/shiny)!  I was working with a quick deadline.  I received notice Allison was in the hospital about a month ago and panicked because these were not yet completed.  Needless to say, those girls weren't quite ready to come into the world yet, but I wouldn't know that.  The signs were in the mail the next day.

Congrats to Michael and Allison...I can't wait to meet Currey Elizabeth and Mary Pace! 

Isn't it ironic...

don't ya think?

Thanks to Sarah and Cecil for pointing out the irony in this picture.  Leaky roof...umbrella.  I just moved this painting upstairs a few weeks ago, too.

Darn you tropical storm, Lee!

-Shell

Pinterest and Etsy

Those of you who know me well know my new obsession, Pinterest.  Think of it as electronically categorizing your magazine tear-outs.  It is hard to explain but in a matter of days I have become a fan.  It is a great place to organize ideas (that might have been formerly bookmarks and etc).  I am going to use it to keep track of my ideas....I have a board dedicated for my art inspirations and ideas.  Here is a glimpse:

If I only had more time these days I would fill it up!

Also my friend Julie is having fun these days with art, too.  She has some sketches and is having with with Etsy after a mutual friend bought some similar prints online herself.  So fun!  Vintage Violet Couture


P.S.  9/8/2012 Update: Obsessed with Pinterest more than ever before.  Check out my boards now!

Sailfish painting

Remember this painting?  It found a home.  I am rather obsessed with navy and white so when I spotted this set and pillow at the Pottery Barn outlet (for a steal)...I went for it.  Catherine can tell you, it wasn't without debate.  But I must say, it was worth it! I am tempted to put it in my room downstairs for a change...

Always fun to see paintings in their new home...

I hope to get back to the art room soon.  It's been awhile.  Two words.  Summer school.  Good news is that in two weeks I will be done with summer school and on the home stretch!