New Flowers!

Shop Update!

Flowers

Things are super crazy here! I did make some new flowers, though....I think it was just to prove to myself that I could do something other than change diapers!

PARTY!!!

Party at my house this Thursday 7-9 come and go.
I'll have all my Silly's out for you to Christmas shop to your heart's content!
Plenty of flowers, stuffies and holiday things!
If you want to come then email me and let me know!
portrait4you@yahoo.com

Sillyturnip Christmas

So many super cool vintage pins and clips made for Christmas.
Now I just have to get them in my shop!

Sillyturnips will be at
3901 Bill Owens
in First Lutheran Church
Saturday 10am-4pm

Lots of new Christmas items!

Sillyturnip booth

Last chance to see my booth!
Downtown Longview (Methvin and Green)
10am-1:30pm
P.S. everything is on sale!

Olly and Oscar

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I have a lot of projects pending.....but these little owls were hooting at me to be made. I simply started cutting and this is what emerged. Meet Oscar and Olly!

meantime

I'm sorry I've been gone so long but blogging has been the last thing on my mind. In the meantime Zane has learned to walk and I sold some puppies to a shop in Bath England. http://www.sassyandboo.com/ Lot's of excitement!

I've been playing around with birds and butterflies..... I just received some red and white handmade mushrooms in the mail today and I can't wait to have fun trying those out! Time to go take a nap with my boys. My 9 month old has really been a night-owl here recently!

A few of my favorite things.....

I've been sewing and sewing and sewing and here are a few of my favorite things. This little mouse was supposed to be a "bear" and done in all neutral colors. Well.....it turned into a mouse and I just couldn't seem to keep the color away. I think I must have some kind of disease that doesn't allow me to do neutral. :o)

Puppy love.
This precious couple are in love and frequently steal kisses when no one is looking, but I caught it on camera! See how they dress to attract each other? She wears a flower and he dons his best tie. Ahhh, sweet romance.

This little felt bouquet is only the size of a quarter!

Classy Art

Dressmaking

I found this painter recently and love her style.
The dress in front is exactly what I would wear if
Jon took me somewhere sophisticated.

Maiden Voyage
Can't you just smell the salty air? Listen closely, you can hear the seagulls call, and peek in on the beautiful lady's daydream of her sailor taking her in his arms and dancing.
Check out Janet Hill's etsy shop here.

Sale!!!!

Sale in my shop thru August 14th
Sillyturnip

Sewing and Sushi

duc tape purses!

I invited some young ladies to come over and create flowers with me. I asked each of them to bring sewing scissors and chocolate to share. One mom brought sushi. The last time she was over she had drunk coffee out of my sushi mug(in the background there) and she'd been craving it ever since. So, we sewed and chowed down on chocolate and sushi! So fun!

Summer

Silly Turnip Shop

More updates in my shop. I wish I had a real shop!

Sillys to Sell

Shop update! I'll be putting in new creations all week!

Alley Fest, Oh Alley Fest

"HOT!" is a very good word to describe Alley Fest! New Friends and Lovely Visitors are also descriptive. I loved getting my creations out there and interacting with the public..........not really loving the 98 to 100 degree weather (NOT exaggerating) but it's been fun. One more day!

The last flower

I just finished sewing my last flower!!!! Hallelujah! My tender fingers can now relax! Alley Fest here I come!
Friday 6:30pm-midnight
Saturday 10am-midnight
Sunday 11am-3pm

Summer Art Classes!

June
Flower Fun!
When? June 9th &10 3pm-4:30pm (sign-up deadline June1st)
What? Learn to make your own flower clip or pin! In this class, you will learn the basics of sewing. Don't worry if you have no experience. If you're a pro already, then you can create as many flowers as you want. No supply fee, just bring your own sewing scissors and iron. Boys are welcome!
Who? ages 8-adult
Price: $25

Stuffed Fun!
When? June 23rd &24th 3pm-4:30pm (sign-up deadline June14th)
What? Learn to sew your very own stuffed animal! In this class, you will learn the basics of sewing and using a pattern. Don't worry if you have no experience. If you're a pro already or took this class in the past, then you can create as many stuffies as you want. No supply fee, just bring your own sewing scissors. Boys are welcome! Come make a creature!
Who? ages 8-adult
Price: $25

July

Acrylic Painting
When? July 12-14th 10am-12pm (sign-up deadline July 5th)
What? In this class you will learn the basics of drawing,acrylic painting, and some color theory. We will study Vincent Van Gogh the artist and his painting "Red Poppies".
You will go home with a fabulous finished painting.
Who? ages 7-18
Price: $50 +$14 supply fee (includes canvas and one brush to take home)
View the painting we will be studying here:
Vincent van Gogh Red Poppies

Drawing
When? July 27th-29th 3:00pm-4:30pm (sign-up deadline July 19th)
What? In this class you will learn how to draw realistically with pencil. No experience necessary. You will have a new sketchbook and art pencil to take home and practice your new skills!
Who? ages 7-18
Price: $40+ $10 supply fee (includes sketch book, pencil and eraser) ages 7-18

August

Everything Art!
When? August 9th&10th 10am-12pm (sign-up deadline July 26th)
What? In this class you will learn to draw realistically with pencil, paint with watercolor and work with clay. No experience necessary. You will have a new sketchbook, art pencil and water color kit to take home and practice your new skills!
Who? ages 5-7
Price: $25 + $15 supply fee (includes sketchbook, pencil and watercolor/clay supplies) a



Stuffed Fun!
When? August 11th& 12th 3pm-4:30pm (sign-up deadline August 2nd))
What? Learn to sew your very own stuffed animal! In this class, you will learn the basics of sewing and using a pattern. Don't worry if you have no experience. If you're a pro or took this class in the past, then you can create as many stuffies as you want. No supply fee, just bring your own sewing scissors. Boys are welcome! Come make a creature!
Who? ages 8-adult
Price: $25

Acrylic Painting
When? August 16th-19th 10am-12pm (sign-up deadline August 2nd)
What? In this class you will learn the basics of drawing,acrylic painting, and some color theory. No experience necessary! We will study Vincent Van Gogh the artist and his painting "Boats of Sainter Maries". You will go home with a wonderful finished painting.
Who? ages 7-18
Price: $50 +$14 supply fee (includes canvas and one brush to take home)You can view the painting we will be studying here:
Vincent van Gogh Boats of Sainter Maries