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Sunday, November 18, 2012

Show, Tell and Share

Hello Dear Bloggy Friends!

I hope you had a wonderful weekend.  I'm thrilled that I was able to finally finish up the Snowy Quartet....

You remember, right?  They looked like this.....

 
They've come a long way....and after a few color changes and lots and lots of layers of paint, they are ready for their big reveal ;)
 
We'll start with Mr. Shivers.
 
 
 
With his bright blue eyes and Santa cap, he's all set for the Season.  I just love the way the crackle medium lends such a wonderful vintage look to the sculptures.
 
This is Topper.
 
 
He sure is a sweetie....and more delicious crackling!
 
 
Next up is a snowman bust (is it wrong that the word bust makes me giggle....heehee) entitled "Winter Wishes".
 
 
It's hard to see in the photos, but the front of that star is completely covered in sparkles :)
 
 
Last, but not least, is a little bird loving Snowman.
I haven't decided on a name for him yet.
 
 
I chose not to crackle him so his colors would be more vibrant and his look more whimsical.
 
 
That fabric around his neck is beautiful....it has birds on it!  I got this when I did a  fantabulous fabric swap with my friend, Heather.  I love the fabric so much, I made heart pillow ornaments from it, too :)

 
These are all in the shop, if you see something you like :)
 
I wanted to quickly pass along some neat things to you, just in case you didn't know about them.
 
Kim Klassen is offering a FREE mini course to help you learn to use Photoshop Elements better.  Here is the LINK to find out more.  Her textures are amazing!
 
Also, Strathmore (the paper company) is offering free classes, once again, for 2013.  You can find out about those, HERE.
 
Lastly, there is a woman named Kitty Hockman who runs an animal sanctuary in her big backyard.  She does her best to rescue abused and neglected animals of all sorts and give all a chance to live their lives in a safe and nurturing environment.  She crafts and has an Etsy store to help raise funds for these creatures she feels priviledged to care for and she blogs, to help spread the word about proper and fair treatment for our animal kin ....and the antics of the furry friends who call her ranch home.
She is hosting a wonderful opportunity to make art for a good cause.
 

I urge you to take a look and see if it is something that calls to you.  I'm signing up.....hope a few of you will join me :)

Well, that's it for now....back to stocking the store I go....such a busy shopping week it'll be!!
Biggest hugs to you all!

Cameron

21 comments:

The Hockman Girl said...

Thank you, thank you, thank you, Cameron!!! Very blessed to have you be a part of our event! :D

Debi said...

Great fabric indeed! and the snowmen are amazing! Thank you for always being so informative Miss Cameron, I am off to visit the links you suggested..♥Debi

Šolanje na domu-Waldorf said...

Love your snowmen! You really have a gift for sculpting.:) Thanks for sharing all the link. I'll go check it out. :)

Dianie said...

Cameron,
Your little snowmen turned out super darlin. I also like the crackle finish you used..
so cute!

hugs,
~Diane

Taylor K said...

Wow! Those look incredible. Really good job!

amy said...

You've been so busy! I love those little heart ornaments, they are so very sweet. And I'm off to check out your class links, thank you!

Magic Love Crow said...

Loving all the new items you created! So cute! Thanks for the links ;o)

Laura said...

your snowmen are gorgeous!
blessings
~*~

Hybrid J said...

Ahhhh, your snow men so cute and lovel. Just want to pinch their rosy cheeks, hahaha!

And as usual, I really appreciat your wonderful comments to my cuts. You are such an angel on my creative journey. xxoo

Jennifer Michelle said...

These turned out amazingly! You have such patience to make them so beautifully detailed. They're gorgeous :) P.s. your lovely parcel arrived today. I didn't unwrap! I couldn't bear to! Thanks for the sticky notes! They're coming in marvellously handy.

Unknown said...

I love your snow men. The each have their very own personality don't they. Gorgeous

Treehugger_31 said...

Adorable snowmen! So glad you found a use for the bird fabric (one of my fave fabrics ever)! Going to check out your links now!

Oh by the way, I've been naughty! I haven't been to the post office yet. I will mail your prize ASAP!

Dear Fireflies said...

Oh, your snowmen are so, so cute!! I love the old primitive look to them! Please tell me, is there anything you CAN'T do??? LOL. Have a happy Thanksgiving, Cam! XOXO

Unknown said...

Cameron, Thanks so much for stopping by my blog and making such kind comments! they really make my day. I love your snowmen, wow the details are amazing! Super work! FranT xo

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

Each of your snowmen are works of art! I didn't realize you made things like this....and I love them! The little hearts are sweet, too! I'm off to look at the Etsy store you mentioned...and yours too! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your sweet family!

PiaRom said...

I felt in love with Mr. Shivers...he is soo damned cute with the crackled carrot ;)! Love all your snowmen alot!! So cool how you worked out this vintage look! Wonderful work as always..wish you a wonderful weekend and a big hug from Conny

Carmen said...

So, so behind on my blog reading and have missed so much on yours! The snowmen are gorgeous, I'm loving all that crackle and sparkle! Wow - you have been busy.

hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving :)

Kyra Wilson said...

Oh, I love how they came out! Perfect!

Beverly said...

I love snowmen and yours are just adorable!

Zorana said...

You know the one with the bird? I love him, I need him and he's MINE (I couldn't resist)!!! You are sooo creative.... pure loveliness. xoxoxo

Lisa Graham said...

Wow Cam, your snowmen turned out spectacular!! They all have such different personality. Nice work!

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