Thursday, June 12, 2008

Journal challange


journal
Originally uploaded by colleenbaptista
It has been so long since I have really sat a my art table and worked on any type of project. I purchased a beautifl old leather bound book quite some time ago. Every now and then I pick it up and look at it, but yesterday I decided to plunge in and stop thinking and start doing! I spent the majority of the morning working on how I wanted to plan this lovely book out. I am very excited about it. I would love to have others work on it with me, so if anyone is interested in playing along and adding a page, let me know.
Hint ,hint Carol........

Sunday, June 8, 2008

Nice people


Reliquary
Originally uploaded by colleenbaptista
I love when we are reminded of how nice people really can be. I recently had someone do something really nice for me, someone who actually didn't even know me, but was kind enough to spend thier own time to do me a favor. I am sending a small gift of thanks, but more importantly I have decided that it is my turn to do something nice for someone else. I won't be able to share with you when I do, because the purpose would be lost. If I am very, very lucky, I won't even know that I have done this nice thing, it will just be something that will come so naturally that I won't even notice.

Monday, June 2, 2008

Flea market finds


Flea market finds
Originally uploaded by colleenbaptista
Another fun Sunday of treasure hunting at the Alameda flea market. I have been waiting to buy another vintage bottle with the cross soldered on for months. I am very happy with the few little treats I bought this month. Each piece will have a place and purpose in some projects I am working. It feels good to have my creative wheels turning again.

Sunday, June 1, 2008

New Banner

I have found it so amazing that I have met so many nice people thru Flickr. I do think that when we share our creativity with others to see, it helps us open our hearts. At least that's how I feel.
The other day I was searching Flickr and found some photos, I commented on the beauty of a banner that TiffanyJane made, and the next thing I know she was making me my new blog banner you see above. I love it, the colors are yummy, the birds so sweet she also used two of my own favorite angels.
I feel as if my new banner will give me the new direction that I am looking for for my blog. Thank you TiffanyJane for this inspiration.