Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Just for Giggles

Hello All!

With the stress and busyness of the Holidays....I sure have felt the need to decompress in the studio for some much needed play time.  How about you?
I didn't want to start any lengthy projects (I have enough of those still unfinished...haha!) and I didn't want to have to think too hard about shading and facial features like when doing a portrait...

So, the answer came to me...
Cupcakes!

Aren't they always the answer?!  :-D

In one of Amy's classes, she showed us how to sew fabric onto watercolor paper and use that to paint on....
I had prepared some extras and knew that's what I wanted to use.
The paint bleeds a little and gets a nice wash-y kinda effect (I know, very technical...haha!) that I really like.

I saw this saying...and thought it was perfect!


I added some ruffle from a vintage pillowcase, polka dot ribbon, a fancy brad...and some ribbon to hang it with.  A cute little reminder to turn a sour day into a sweet one :)


This next one is definately for the kid in us all...

"Sprinkles make me Smile"

Do you get all giddy when you get to eat something with sprinkles, too?


These were a lot of fun to make...and a lot less fattening than the real thing :)

They are in my Shop now.

Now, I have to start making a coffee cozy for my daughter's teacher! 
Yay!  A good excuse to catch up on some TV...heehee!

Hope you get to have a cupcake kinda day soon...
Did you know your comments and visits are my sprinkles?

You never cease to make me smile,
Cameron
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29 comments:

  1. WiniDecember 14, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    Dear Cameron, Your cupcakes are really lovely and delightful and I love the messages too!! Thanks for wishing us a cupcake day! Hope you get lots of sprinkles!! Wini xo

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  2. Jennifer MichelleDecember 14, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    Cupcakes ARE always the answer :) Haha! These are super adorable! I hope you've been having a lovely holiday season, you are too kind to make one of your lovely coffee cozy creations for your daughter's teacher. They're each a work of art ;)

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  3. Geri December 14, 2011 at 10:18 PM

    You know how to tempt a girl! I want a cupcake =)

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  4. UnknownDecember 15, 2011 at 2:23 AM

    I love cupcakes, and I would love to be able to bake my own cupcakes, cakes and cookies. I love them so much!
    Your cupcakes paintings are so cute and pretty.

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  5. Joyce van der LelyDecember 15, 2011 at 3:10 AM

    yummieeeeeeeeeee ♥

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  6. DianeDecember 15, 2011 at 3:25 AM

    LOVE!!
    P.S. I love sprinkles--especially on ice cream :)

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  7. DianieDecember 15, 2011 at 5:35 AM

    Cameron! What a fun technique :)

    They look soooo yummy I could eat them.

    ~Diane

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  8. Šolanje na domu-WaldorfDecember 15, 2011 at 6:19 AM

    Yes! Cupcakes! :)) Would you believe me if I told you I've never tasted a cupcake?? :)) I haven't! I don't even know if you can buy one in my country, maybe even Europe. :)) Well, English probably have them. But I so want to try one cause they look delicious everytime I see one.:)

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  9. Treehugger_31December 15, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Looks great! Sprinkles are such fun! :)

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  10. Carrie MartinezDecember 15, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    Love all the little details! Makes me hungry :)

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  11. Lorraine Young PotteryDecember 15, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Hee hee that's funny, my husband said to me this morning I feel like cupcakes :-} must be the escape we all need.

    Now if only the kids on my xmas list would grow up already!

    Love your happy creations.

    Lorraine

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  12. UnknownDecember 15, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    Love your cupcakes! So happy and cute. How is that kitten doing? Has she climbed the drapes yet? HAHA LOVE that pic. of your daughter and kitten sleeping. It just made me say aahhhhh.....

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  13. Taylor KDecember 15, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    These are SO cute! My little sister would love them. She is obsessed with cupcakes!

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  14. The Little Cloth RabbitDecember 16, 2011 at 4:01 AM

    These are lovely! I'm desperate for some play time too!

    thanks so much for your lovely comment over at my blog :)

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  15. Lisa Graham December 16, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    I love the way the stitches look on the watercolor...what a nice touch! Your creations are fun and now I am hungry for a cupcake!

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  16. AllisonDecember 16, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    Those are REALLY cute and I think I see somethings that I recognize ;)

    Great job as always!!

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  17. Plumrose LaneDecember 16, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Your work is always so beautiful Cameron ~ it's such a delight to visit your blog!
    Oh and while I'm here... I'm thrilled to let you know you're the second prize winner of my Holiday Giveaway, whoot!! I've just sent off an email to you so I'm looking forward to hearing back from you!
    ♥Sharon

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  18. Cindy AdkinsDecember 17, 2011 at 1:29 AM

    Oh WOW, how gorgeous, Cameron!!! Happy Holidays!!!
    XO
    Cindy

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  19. linda (dots n doodles)December 17, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    Cameron, these are so delightful, and I am lucky enough to have purchased the lemon one. Am so looking forward to seeing it.

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  20. Theresa MacNaughtonDecember 17, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    These are just SO awesome, Cam!!!! Who doesn't love cupcakes? I know I love them!!!! LOL Congrats on selling the lemon cupcake - hope the other one is soon to follow!

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  21. FallingladiesDecember 17, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    Oh, these are wonderful, I do love cupcake art and I would love a cupcake day! So perfect!

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  22. Heather HenryDecember 17, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Oh my!!! These are some very delicious looking cupcakes! I do love cupcakes and sprinkles are absolutely smile making!! I love the added bits of fabric, what fun ideas you have. Definitely would brighten anyone's day! :)

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  23. KristinDecember 17, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    Um, yeah. So stinkin' cute!! I love the soft colors and whimsical design - and the ruffles are perfect. Love, xoxo

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  24. Marfi-topiaDecember 19, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    these are great!!!!
    love the wonderful ideas you have!

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  25. PiaRomDecember 21, 2011 at 4:26 AM

    I see you are in cupcake-heaven ;-) these little fabrics are soooo cute, what a cool idea. whish sprinkles over and over

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  26. The Little Cloth RabbitDecember 21, 2011 at 5:01 AM

    hee hee yep we do! :)

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  27. KristinDecember 21, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Thank you for your sweet visit!!! It was a fun swap - and I loved what you said about the trade ;)
    I hope your holidays are going well (and that they include studio time if at all possible!) xoxo

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  28. VictoriaDecember 22, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    Yay ...absolutely dazzling and gorgeous...thankyou for the wonderful magic that is you....and your beautiful art!
    HUgs and sparkles sweet friend!
    Victoria

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  29. Daniele ValoisDecember 22, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    These are so cute and yummy! This is how Amy did her cat, right? I really like this look! Cupcakes are always cheery!

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