Painting Class = Happy Heart

This past Sunday I took my first painting class and the first class since I attended CHA (the Craft & Hobby show in California) in 2010. My heart was so happy! It was such a nice change to be the student and not the teacher. Pop on over here see the class post from Treasured Memories. Linda was great and so inspiring, every time she showed us a new technique I felt like I was having an "ah ha" moment and then thinking "why didn't I think of that". Thank you to Linda and to all the other ladies whom offered up plenty of support and praise. I will be back.

In progress: cover and inside of cover.

Cover complete. I haven't finished the book itself but will share when I do.

Playing With Watercolours

I have been seeing inspiration all over Pinterest using watercolours so I decided to dig mine out from the depths of my closet. I set the table up for Anna & I and we played for three days whenever we had some time. It was so FUN! No rules or expectations, just playing and you do know what happened? We created some really great pieces. I turned my painted backgrounds into pops of inspiration, hung some up and am giving some away. Who doesn't love a little inspiration! 

Rock Painting Party

I wish I could capture Anna's "Wow, we get to do that!" excited face. It is truly a wonderful thing. I got that face when I suggested we paint the rocks we collected from Gramma & Papa's. She ran inside, spun in a circle looking to see if I was close behind her, she ran into my office and started rummaging for the paints. She kept reminding me to not forget the brushes. Her enthusiasm is beautiful!

 This was a perfect activity for us both. We both painted and we both had fun! 

The best part? Anyone can do this. You need rocks, paint, brushes and Sharpies if you want designs on them after they dry. Anna's personal favourite-  the Ladybug rocks.

We put them throughout the yard and they make me so happy!!!