by Great Joy Studio | Dec 6, 2010 | Home Arts, Quilting & Fabric, Spiritual
Following an unexpected, extremely busy week, my plan is to rest in the Lord today as I continue the studio clean up. Ahhhhh, Monday morning. Seems life refuses to slow down so, unless God has another plan for me, mine is to spend the majority of the week this way, shut in as I shuffle stuff. A very cold week too so, good weather to be inside. If you’re wondering why the job (studio clean up) is taking several months to complete, I invite you to take a look at the photos posted on March 12th, “Good, Bad and the Ugly.” I hope to have some studio “after” shots posted before the year’s end!
I’ve been reflecting over the past year through the blog this morning. Joy Studio blog began on January 24th and as I mentioned last night (winner announce), about to complete one year, my first, of blogging. The blog offers sort of, a visual reminder to me, of the ups and downs, the struggles, the joys and a nice way to reflect on the past year. It’s been a good year and a difficult one too, but a good one, just the same. It’s also the closest venue to journaling or a diary that I have ever experienced and has certainly challenged my writing and spelling skills.
My photos this morning, were taken a couple of weeks ago when I was getting a bit stressed and suddenly feeling unseasonably warm! Laying on the cool concrete sidewalk seemed like quick and perfect relief. Looking up to the heavens of course, always provides another kind of restful, de-stressing solution in itself. As I rested there and cooled down, I was impressed with the artful design that the dark trees made against the light gray sky. I must remember to take up this childhood activity again, it’s great!
Rest in the Lord and wait. Psalm 37:7
And you shall find rest for your souls. Jeremiah 6:16
Ahhhhh, a restful Monday, yes? Oops, except for that quilt design that is due!
by Great Joy Studio | Dec 6, 2010 | Personal Touch
And the winner is… Sharyn Sowell! Thanks to everyone for participating. I appreciate hearing from all of you and for your very kind comments. I’ve nearly completed my first year of blogging, perhaps another (fabric) giveaway early January, to celebrate, eh?
by Great Joy Studio | Dec 2, 2010 | Art News
Our weekend giveaway offer is from the “Christmas Traditions” commemorative collection. A 1700’s Sugar Tree (signed) print, greeting cards (12 pack includes two of each of the six designs) and a few other surprise goodies.
1. Comment here to enter. 2.Let me know that you (click on) “Like” Tidings of Great Joy, LLC (Facebook page) for a second chance to win! 3.For a third opportunity, stop by the Fine Art Ltd. booth #413 at the St. Louis Holiday Magic show, the America’s Center anytime this weekend and say Hi! I’ll be there Sunday afternoon.
Announcing a winner Sunday night, December 5th.
“Christmas Traditions” products availability:
Country Door & Bass Pro shops – dinnerware
Fine Art LTD. – Glass ornaments, cards & prints
Quilting Treasures – Quilt fabric available March, 2011, exclusively in quilt shops
by Great Joy Studio | Nov 28, 2010 | Art News, Field Trip
A couple of weeks ago, I took a drive across town to pick up some of the “Christmas Traditions” ornaments at the Fine Art LTD gallery. It was my first opportunity to see the finished product and I was quite pleased with the final result. What a privilege, to be a part of this interesting commemorative collection and discover the meaningful story of a 500 year Christian, Christmas tradition. The Christmas tree.
This weekend the “Christmas Traditions” ornaments, dinnerware, prints and greeting cards will be available for purchase at the “St Louis Holiday Magic” show December 3rd – 5th, held in the America’s Center. Come by and see me at the Fine Art LTD booth and say hello on Friday, Dec. 3
For additional information and details on this collection go to Joy Studio’s October 25th post titled “Announcing.”
500 yr celebration of the decorated Christmas tree from
The National Christmas Tree Assoc.
Additional Availability:
Country Door & Bass Pro shops – dinnerware
Fine Art LTD. – Glass ornaments, cards & prints
Quilting Treasures – Quilt fabric available March, 2011, exclusively in quilt shops
Riga – Be sure to watch this, it’s really fun!
by Great Joy Studio | Nov 26, 2010 | Art News
A few days ago an artist friend spotted a store display (several hundred miles east of me) featuring one of my holiday dinnerware collections. Quite often, if I’m out shopping, I will routinely check for the artist credit on a product too. I really enjoyed seeing the photo that Loilynn Simms sent me. It is a rare occurence (not a shopper) when I get the opportunity to spot actual product of my licensed art on store shelves so, it was a treat to see. THANKS Lori!
"Heavenly Holiday" JWF© Canterbury Poteries
Original Snowman Piece (set of four)
by Great Joy Studio | Nov 25, 2010 | Personal Touch
Thanking God today for numerous blessings…and pie!
by Great Joy Studio | Nov 24, 2010 | Home Arts
It’s our pumpkin pies baking!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING everyone.
by Great Joy Studio | Nov 24, 2010 | Studio
Last February in a post titled “Unexpected Guest,” you may remember, was a tale of a large black snake that I discovered in my home studio. This afternoon, after I spent several hours working on the catalog clean up, I decided to make a brief wash room visit. As I stepped toward the door, I found myself face to face with the critter pictured below. His/her head was raised in the strike position, as I was extremely close to stepping in it’s path. Instead, I froze in my tracks. My immediate assessment was that this was a poisonous snake and most likely a Copperhead! Eeks! Two snakes, inside, in the same year? This will never do. Especially the most concerning species in this region.
Living in the woods, I’ve become accustomed to snakes and expect to see them from time to time, outside! However, never did I expect to see one of these guys, inside. With limited resources, I backed up, circled around, picked up a small basket on the way and was able to throw it over the top of him/her from behind. After that, it was a challenge but I manged to get it out the door and into a box. Heart was pounding all the while. Whew. Not going to be at ease in the studio again until I find out if he/she was acting alone. Jeepers-creepers!
Oh, and BTW, my fonts are looking weird on this end again, too.
by Great Joy Studio | Nov 21, 2010 | Field Trip, Spiritual
Do you remember my posts last June regarding our new church building? Well, we’re still going, the work continues primarily by volunteers. Here are some shots I took yesterday morning on our standing Saturday work day.
Recently, spreading mulch, hanging lights inside and out, getting tiles laid and sewing (grass) seed! You can see all of the progress at Friendship Friends.
by Great Joy Studio | Nov 20, 2010 | Collectables
I mean moving magazines! Some to a new holding area, some out the door. In between the tricks, the treats, the turkeys, the collection tweaks the battle of the studio clean up, continues. I look forward to the reveal, hopefully before the end of this year.
You've Gotta' Love Lucy
How did I let things pile up to this degree? Today, I tackle the catalog build up! This close to Christmas they are coming in faster than I can carry them out. Yikes!
