Happy Dots

My sister, Ashley, ordered her holiday gifts early! She wanted something bright and cheery for her two boys' teachers.

Instead of just the regular polka dots, I layered the dots. I tried something new and love how it turned out! All of these colors are just about as bright and cheery as you can get!

Here are some more fun dots! This 16x16 is a great size for the classroom door. It shipped out to Florida a few weeks ago. Thanks so much, Tissan!

The Big Easy

I've been away for a few days. My school system was generous enough to send me to the National Science Teachers Association's Area Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana. It was a nice way to get out of the classroom and get some fresh ideas.
I went on a field trip to an alligator ranch. Really. It was so much fun! Many of you know that I have an adventurous spirit and it was truly tested here. I literally scooped this bad boy out of the water. All in the name of science!

The Mississippi River was so big and beautiful. It just shimmered in the sunlight. The convention center was right on the water. I thought New Orleans was a gorgeous town with so much character!

The hubs and I on Bourbon Street! Notice that I've gotten some beads and a bag of beignets to go!

Honestly, if I lived in New Orleans, I'd weight 300 pounds. The food is soooo good! On another field trip, we attended the New Orleans School of Cooking. This is an absolute must if you are visiting there soon. This is Mrs. Pat, the best cooking teacher ever! She is making my new favorite food - pralines. Yum!

Finally, a shot of Jackson Park in the French Quarter. Just beautiful! Now it is nice to be home in my flannel pants preparing to be back at work tomorrow. Even though it was nice to get away, I missed the kids so much!

Bathroom Art

All I have to say is lots and lots of dots! There have been several sets of bathroom art ordered lately and each one involves a lot of dots.

These sweet little 5x5 sets of four really are fun to paint - no matter how many dots are involved!

This is the first time I've done this real and tans combination - love it! I think it turned out so pretty!

The date for Christmas orders has come and gone. I need to update the list in the sidebar...I will get to it! Promise! If you don't see your order there, don't panic. If you have emailed me about a Christmas order and haven't gotten a response from me, do panic and email me again! Whew - I've got a lot to do! It really is a wonderful problem to have!

New Monogram

I'm loving the new monogram design! It features an extra large single initial with a little swirly design down the side. It's all done in black and cream.

The "established" information is down the side rather than underneath or across the top. I just think it turned out so pretty! Thank you for the order, Courtney, and for giving me the freedom to try something new!

Families

Black and taupe make such an elegant combination. These two were both ordered as gifts. I can't help but think about when they are opened. I hope they bring so much joy. Thank you, Rachel and Holly!

Zebra Madness!

Zebra print is just crazy popular right now! Luckily for me, I enjoy painting this design. Zebra stripes don't have to be perfect or line up exactly. Their imperfections make them perfect! Two girls ordered this hot pink and zebra design at the Autumn Street Fair. Thank you, Chloe and Allison!

I had painted this 8x10 and it managed not to get snatched up. I actually sat it aside and found the time to personalize it for me! I kind of have a jungle print/themed classroom. This was just too perfect!

I bought a few Christmas gifts tonight. 'Tis the season! Please remember that the last day to place your holiday canvas orders is November 10. Thanks!

The Kids

Some of Emily's wedding pictures are trickling in from Stephanie Edens. She sent me this one of Carter in the antique truck with Elliot and Lauren. I love it so much. I want this printed on one of those large canvases. Carter is growing up so fast. I see so many changes in him every day. He looks so handsome here and I want to remember that big smile.

Lauren and I snapped a quick picture on the way out to trick-or-treat Halloween night. She is so sweet and trusting. This was a really fun night for her. She absolutely loved her costume, her class and church parties, and all of the candy. I was really tired and kind of wishing we could just stay home. After seeing this picture, I am so glad that I went and made that memory.

Happy birthday, mom. Thank you.