During the rains

These are photos of some land that usually is just grass, and of course creeks that are overflowing. Everywhere we looked as we drove down from our home was water water water, and trees, huge trees down..I don't know why I didn't get a photo of them.
The sun has been out some today and the rains are supposed to be over!!! One good thing is we only have 3 little piles of snow...they were once 5 ft tall!!! Saw a Robin over the weekend and the bluebirds are flying all over again!!! Love the signs of Spring!!!

I love creating mixed media paintings...

These are two mixed media paintings using acrylic paints and done on 10x10 canvas with the wide 1.5 inch sides...my favorite size actually!!!

Here's some new jewelry I made recently!

I have been renewing my passion for creating jewelry as it's had been over a year since I really did anything...I'm still painting but am so excited about posting these items in a new site where I can actually put them up for auction, WITH A RESERVE!! I think I posted some of these on FB so if you've already seen some...don't get bored..ehehhehe!!!
It looks like I"m going to be off my feet for awhile as I had a little accident last night when trying to leave my puter. My left leg gave way and I fell towards a large basket that I keep my jewelry in...now you can guess I tried very hard not to crush the jewelry or the basket....I yelled for my dh who came running and saw me in a very unusual position...one leg crossed over the other one that was leaning on the side of the basket...Oh so much pain..can't tell ya..they are both swollen this morning...I have pain patches on them...but walking is difficult. And I'd just been to the drs yesterday!!! hehehe Thanks God she changed my pain meds...much stronger than the Darvocet...was taking 6 of those a day and it didn't even take the edge off....Oh well, was just thinking if you could hold me in prayer that this fall heals quickly...I don't have time for this!!!
Blessings to each of you who so kindly come and visit!!!
(((hugs)))

Awww what gorgeous work!!!

The first photo is an American Indian Tribute painting, "Warrior Tears" done by Cathy Minerva in encaustics. I fell in love with all her paintings done in this medium, and someday I'm gonna be the owner of one.
http://www.minervasmadness.blogspot.com

The second is a little ATC done in this same medium. I was totally blown away especially because it's Cathy's first encaustic ATC ever done...and I own it!!! heheeh!!!

Thank you Patti Koosed for partnering Cathy and I up in your Blog's Valentine Swap.
http://www.treasurebarnblog.blogspot.com


Thanks you Cathy for this awesome little treasure!!!

Playing around with Copper

I usually use Sterling Silver to make my handcrafted/handwired/beaded jewelry, but discovered several sizes of copper that I'd purchased when I first got involved with this venture!!! That was over 2 yrs ago...hehehe I thought I'd show you some of what I've designed this week and have to tell ya it was fun...didn't think I liked copper, but I do...please note I'm quite the novice at creating handwired bracelets...

Sharing the love thru blogs

This weeks Featured Artisan is Julie from Creations with Heart! Beautiful creations made by a beautiful lady!

You can find Creations with Heart at:

http://creationswithheart.artfire.com
http://creationswithheart.etsy.com
http://creationswithheart.com
http://creationswithheart.blogspot.com

Two winners have been picked here in the OWOH giveaway!!!

I'm happy to say Linda Elbourne who's blog is http://acraftingjourney.blogspot.com/ has won this first prize in the One World One Heart giveaway here at my blog...Linda I will be getting in touch with you to firm up all the info I need to mail this little gem out to you!!! Congratulations to you dear..






AND.....the second winner of this little winter scene is...............
Anji Gallanos who's blog is http://anjigallanos.blogspot.com
I will be in touch with you as well hon...I'm so happy you won it!!!

Being involved in this wonderful Blog event has brought a new meaning to Bloggers around the World...wow I had no idea there were so many but best of all the wonderful, sweet, friendly bloggers I made friends with...This has been an event I hope to be part of each year from now on....thanks Lisa for having it again this year and I hope you will continue this awesome tradition!!! You Rock Girl...
Thanks to everyone who came and added their names to my drawings. (((Hugs to all)))

Mind Wide Open for Feb 2010

Well here it is Feb 15th and time to vote for the winner of this months challeng, and I forgot to blog about it.. No excuse other than I was so tied up with this years OWOH giveaway....Now get right over and see all the entries and vote for the one you like that best!!!! http://www.mind-wideopen.blogspot.com/

Sharing the Love

Sara from Creative Minds is this weeks Share the Love Featured Artisan
Shop URL
http://www.creativeminds2009.etsy.com
2nd Shop URL
http://www.CreativeMinds.artfire.com
Website URL
http://www.creative-minds.biz
Blog URL
http://www.creativemindscrafts.blogspot.com

Sharing the love (thru blogs)

I belong to "On Fire for Handmade by Anne (aka Made for me by) Oaklie
I"m a little behind sharing the weekly blogs, but Caty is featured this week. Take a peek and enjoy!!!
http://catyannscreations.blogspot.com

Take a look!

This is me 44 yrs ago with my son, Chas
This is my Son Chas with his lovely wife, Linda

My daughter, Apri with her honey, Carl.
This is Our Granddaughter, Destiny Faith (April's daughter who came into this world weighing only 1 lb 9 oz. Our prayers were answered, and now she's a beautiful 6 yr old!
I love finding old and new photos to share...I've been so blessed to have a wonderful family!!!

One World One Heart!

What a delight to be joining this awesome group of people who have participated in Lisa's One World One Heart giveaway since she started it in 2007.
Go to http://awhimsicalbohemian.typepad.com/a_whimsical_bohemian/one-world-one-heart.html if you would like to read how to join in the fun too..

I have thought long and hard as to what to offer as my giveaway thinking what would someone else like that I have created. I make jewelry, but have a passion for painting sooooooooooooo I've decided to give up one of my 5x7 original whimsical paintings done with acrylic paints varnished and sealed, signed and dated.




leave your name, URL/or email addy for me to contact the winner!!! Good luck!
All entries should be here in my blog by noon EST on Feb 15th and I will have the winner posted here by 9pm that night...good luck.



Well I've decided to add a 2nd giveaway to honor this awesome One World Carpet ride event...I've chosen another original painting be me down with acrylics on 5x7 canvas board! Hope you like this one as well as the 1st~ Enjoy

I am no longer taking sign ups for OWOH giveaway...thanks so much for going in the fun and I will now find out the 2 winners and post it later this evening!!! "smile"

Last (at present) by not least are atc cards for the "Snowmen" swap!

Merry Christmas to all!!!

To my blogging friends thank you for sharing your art and your heart for it's brought such joy to mine. What inspiration I've received while visiting your blogs. We've laughed, cried and prayed for one another which to me makes us very special friends. God brings us together not only to share the good times, but to help each other in difficult times. So today I want to say it again,
Thank you for visiting my blog, but most of all for caring enough to leave a sweet message. What joy you all have brought my way!!!
Blessings, and have a safe and Happy New Year too!!! ((((hugs))))

Christs Bells

I KNOW WHO I AM
I am God's child (John 1:12)
I am Christ's friend (John 15:15 )
I am united with the Lord (1 Cor. 6:17)
I am bought with a price (1 Cor 6:19-20)
I am a saint (set apart for God). (Eph. 1:1)
I am a personal witness of Christ. (Acts 1:8)
I am the salt & light of the earth (Matt 5:13-14)
I am a member of the body of Christ (1 Cor 12:27)
I am free forever from condemnation ( Rom. 8: 1-2)
I am a citizen of Heaven. I am significant (Phil 3 :20)
I am free from any charge against me (Rom. 8:31 -34)
I am a minister of reconciliation for God (2 Cor 5:17-21)
I have access to God through the Holy Spirit (Eph. 2:18)
I am seated with Christ in the heavenly realms (Eph. 2:6)
I cannot be separated from the love of God (Rom 8:35-39)
I am established, anointed, sealed by God (2 Cor 1:21-22 )
I am assured all things work together for good (Rom. 8:28 )
I have been chosen and appointed to bear fruit (John 15:16 )
I may approach God with freedom and confidence (Eph. 3: 12 )
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me (Phil. 4:13 )
I am the branch of the true vine, a channel of His life (John 15: 1-5)
I am God's temple (1 Cor. 3: 16). I am complete in Christ (Col. 2: 10)
I am hidden with Christ in God (Col. 3:3).. I have been justified (Romans 5:1)
I am God's co-worker (1 Cor. 3:9; 2 Cor 6:1). I am God's workmanship (Eph. 2:10)
I am confident that the good works God has begun in me will be perfected. (Phil. 1: 5)
I have been redeemed and forgiven ( Col 1:14). I have been adopted as God's child (Eph 1:5)"

Sharing some Christmas Cheer

Here's some of the decorating if done in our home..I haven't gotten a really good one of the tree but will...My wish is that each of you have a very beautiful Christmas with the reason for the season taking top billing. Yes, Jesus is the reason for the season.

Found a old photo of several of my siblings

From left to right...Bill, Tom (my twin) me and my half sister, Ginger.
after Bill we had a sister named Robin who was blind deaf and totally retarted due to mom having the German Measles when she was 3 mos pregnant. Robin lived to be 48 having been cared for in an institution...back in those days there weren't many options. Then came Mary whom many of you know from her blog http://asplendidadventure.blogspot.com and from many NING Networks too. Just wanted you to see how cute we were back the...a very long time ago..hehehe!!!

What I'm so thankful for

Today being Thanksgiving I wanted to come and share what I'm thankful for this year. It's amazing how most of what I'm thankful for doesn't change...I'm thankful for my Abba Father who came down as his son to die on that cross in Calvary for all our sins...what a terrible death that was....just think how much our God loves us to do that...just think!!!! I'm thankful for the family I have, my wonderful husband, and children we raised, and of course all our grandchildren. I'm so thankful that even tho we struggle to make ends meet like so many of our neighbors we are never without food to eat, heat to keep us warm, and a nice home....I'm thankful for my mom being here for Thanksgiving. The turkey was put in the oven around 7am so dinner will be 2 or 3...yes it's a big bird for just 3 of us, but my daughters will be here with one's kids so we will have plenty food leftover for days.
May I extend a very warm greeting to each of you who celebrate Thanksgiving, and my wish that you share your blessings with others around you...(((gentle hugs to all my online friends)))

Sharing some more photos!

The first photo is of my daughter Missy whom many of you have been praying for...she's such a sweetie and doing much better!!! The second photo was taken of me 2 days ago...getting old!! hehehe, then the third is of me at 25 yrs old...what a difference...sigh!!! hehehe And last but not least is our mom at 27 just after me and my twin was born. She's beautiful even today at 91...will post a photo when she comes to Thanksgiving dinner....

It's so much fun to find old photos isn't it??? Blessings!!!

What I've been up to...

I've been having a blast making little ornies for gifts...I've been in a couple ornie swaps as well.

I have discontinued making little ATCs for now cuz it gives me more time to create the paintings I love to do, and enter into swaps, but most of all to spend more time living life!! I'd love to see some of the things you are working on for Christmas or for Thanksgiving for that matter...Am I getting ahead of my self here..hehehhe!!! We all know times keeps marching on and in no time Christmas will be here so getting ready is a good thing. If you have an tutorials as to creating different ornies please add your website or blog here so others can visit you!!!

Have an awesome weekend, and a very Blessed Thanksgiving. Remember to share with those less fortunate. (((hugs)))

I have just discovered an awesome Blog!

Here's my entry for this weeks Three Musing Challenge...

If you enjoy weekly challenges, and haven't already discovered this wonderful blog you must go check it out. There are so many plp creating some awesome entries some of whom I have the pleasure of knowing. Do go and take a look and see if this isn't a perfect place to show off your talent... http://thethreemuseschallenge.blogspot.com/

Judy's Holiday Gingerbread Giveaway

I have just come from Judy's http://prim2pink.blogspot.com/ blog where she is having an awesome Holiday blog....it's well worth your time to stop by and read all about it. Not only that, but Judy is a great gal to get to know if you don't already.... I sure hope you win something and have fun!!!
Blessings,
Bevie

What a beautiful day!!!

The past few days have been a bit rough as I've been bitten by a bug...not a nice bug either!!! BUT sometimes it's our bodies way of slowing us down don't you think? I found as I lay there on the sofa I had time to think about all the things I've done in the past year and it actually blows me away. I've made and traded 100's of little ATCs. It's amazing how these little gems become addicting...so much so that I've let my canvas art take a back seat. I have also met so many great ladies who love making them as well. It's like having a little piece of each of their art work that I can keep forever! I've received atcs from all over the world...my postmaster things I'm crazy for I'm her number one client..hehehehe!!! Yep, I visit her several times a week. hehehehe!!! Well, I really just wanted to come and wish each of you a wonderful day...if you aren't feeling well please let me know so I can put you on my prayer list. One of our daughter's (hubby's daughter) and her family have been passing around the Swine Flu. All we can do is pray that those who contract this are able to fight it off with meds. I've been making pots of soup to share with neighbors who've been sick as well..

So now I"m going to go back and take a little nap in the hopes this fever will subside...good thing I've kept some soup for us too...heheheh!!!
blessings to all who happen by this little blog today!!!

Crowabout wk 56

Here is week 56 challenge in Crowabout...we are given a collage sheet from Nancy (2nd photo) and we are to use at least 3 items to create out page. I used 8x10 acrylic paper and acrylic paints, enlarged one of the little horses large enough to make the wanted woman with the guy able to ride him...used yarn for the mane and tail...and found an old pipercub from 1939 when they first came out...what fun this was to do!!!