Twilight Charms and WINNER!

Well before I go any further I need to share with you photos of my adorable little dino! Dylan had so much fun this Halloween. He really likes Dinosaurs, so we got a dino costume. Well we thought it was a dino, but after looking at it we think it was a dragon, but oh well. lol It was adorable either way!

We went to a little Halloween gathering in a near by park and Dylan won best costume in his age group. He won a PURPLE baby doll lol. We caved pumpkins and played games. IT WAS A BLAST! I got him a pumpkin to carry his treats in. I did not think he would actually carry it, but surprisingly he LOVED IT. He liked to examine all his treats, but did not eat them. I would have thought he would try to eat them paper n all, but he didn't.

I also finished up my Twilight charms! I was very excited about this swap and made a bit more than I needed. lol When deciding what to create I KNEW I wanted some pretty charms of the Cullen crest. I LOVE these charms! I made enough for one for each girl in the swap.

I also made a few more photo charms with a variety of photos from the Twilight series, including a few photos from the up and coming New Moon movie. I had a little trouble taking photos of these ones, the light was not working with me well. lol They really are very pretty in person.

I also got a variety of different silver charms for everyone. Including some apples, garlic, lions, moons and more. Each girl will have a few different silver charms.

The charms that took the longest to make were these little soldered ones. I am pretty happy with how they turned out though. On the front they all say Twilight, and on the back is different quotes from the movie.Lastly I made each girl about 16 glass bead charms. This was so much fun! I can't wait to see all the other charms. I will be sure to post a photo of my bracelet once it is done.

WELL, it's that time! Time to announce the winner of my Necklace created for my Haunted Masquerade Blog Event. Thanks to everyone who came by to visit me and left a comment!

AND THE WINNER IS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . she dreams big!

Thanks so much for stopping by to visit me!

Just a Bit Over the Top

The other day I was in downtown Dade City and I thought I would take a moment to stop by some of my favorite shops to see if I could find some goodies. There are a few antique shops that I really like. For the most part a lot of it is larger item antiques and high priced vintage jewelry, BUT sometimes I can find something unusual that I like.Well, this trip I found something very unusual indeed! I walked into a shop and found the most unusual pink, sparkly, sweet item! It was an adults sized cape! The outside of the cap is ivory with very pretty thick material which reminds me of something you would see a wedding dress made of, and it has feather trim!

Inside is a very pretty pink satin. All over the cape and different swirl designs in sequins. I am not exactly sure what this is, but the top has a very odd collar. One side is all sequins and the other is gathered pink satin with rhinestone pieces, pearls, and sequins.Well, I can't say I would ever wear this very odd cape, but it will surely make some very pretty art so I bought it. It is very pretty in it's own special way.I also found this pretty pillow case with a crocheted rose on it. (above)

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More Journal Pages

Here are a few more journal pages I did. These where for a Marie book.

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A New Look and Steampunk Pages

I want to start off by saying thanks so much to everyone who joined in the Haunted Masquerade blog event. I had so much fun visiting all the different parties!

I know that Halloween in not until Saturday, but I just could not take looking at brown anymore. lol I really was not inspired to do a Christmas themed blog yet, so for the time being I am enjoying a tea themed design. I was looking through my photos trying to find something I wanted to play with, and I found a tea cup image I liked from one of my mixed media ATCs. I hope you like it.

I did not have much time to create this weekend. When I was not at the park with Dylan I was keeping up with the masquerade. But I did need to create a couple pages for a steampunk journal. I was talking to my friend Bryanna over the weekend and we started to talk about stamps. This inspired me to take a look through all my stamps and try to use some in my project.

I found two stamps. They were similar images, but one was a women and one a man. I started creating and decided to give them each a saying. I thought of the common differences that most men and women have.

When I finished the project and my husband saw it, he gave me a funny look. I told him that it was just a silly saying with no underlining story. HOWEVER afterward I am now realizing it hits home closer than I thought. lol

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Haunted Masquerade Event and Giveaway

WELCOME TO THE STORY OF THE HAUNTED MASQUERADE

Double, double toil and trouble; Fire burn and cauldron bubble.

This is a story about a different Marie, who only comes out on a cold Hallows eve. I remember the night, and remember the fright. I'll never forget what I saw. It was a dreary cold night not a star in the sky, but plenty of clouds full of furry. When she walked cross the room, her black gown and her broom, I know tonight there would be trouble.

They say on this night you are in for a fright from all the hurt souls who are taunted. By the wrongs they were done and the hurt they have hung, which hinders their spirits from passing.

We all gathered with cheer , sweet smells in the air, from all the rich wines and the pastries. Our mask were all bright from the glitter and bright shinning light that ricocheted off our faces. The turn out was great on that Masquerade night the 31th day of October. We all danced and we cheered the sound filled every ear as we floated across the gold tile.

The first sign that I thought that something was off was the sudden shudder I felt across my shoulder. Despite my full costume of velvets and satins and warm silk covering my body. I still felt a chill like no other I felt, like a hand that was frozen yet airy. I made a quick glance to my left than my right, but nothing was there but my family.

The warmth filled the room once the next song begun, and we continued our Waltz cross the room. From the corner of my eye, was to my surprise a darken and large dreary shadow. It swiftly moved by, quick as a fly, and I know this Masquerade must be haunted.

It beckoned me near, the reason unclear, but I followed it despite my conviction. What I saw there that night was a remarkable sight, that sends shrills down my back as I recall it. But I dare not to share where the shadows brought me that night, I will not speak any more of the horrors. For if I release, the words from my tongue, it would stir up her deep haunted spirit.

I will have to say that the necklace this day, that rest on my neck has a secret. The locals have said the black rose is the dead's, symbol of unfinished business. I will not deny, but I will surely shy from admitting the real hidden secret.

For the necklace I wear is a possession held dear, passed on from Marie's burdened shadow. Some say that the spirit of Marie often lingers and passes from mirror to mirror. And to this very day when the music is played and the masquerade ball is full of laughter, you will see the sky's lights go out and hide, and the clouds step forward with furry. The shadows come out and with out a small doubt you are sure to be in for a haunting.

POST A COMMENT BELOW FOR A CHANCE TO WIN THE ABOVE NECKLACE. A RANDOM WINNER WILL BE SELECTED ON NOVEMBER 1ST.

Thanks so much for stopping by, if you are one of our party host, please post a reply here with a link to your party!

Free Marie Collage Sheet

I heard someone say they had trouble downloading the collage sheet included in the zine, so to make things simple I am posting it here on you blog. just click on the image and right click to save it. Thanks to everyone who posted a comment regarding the zine! I am so glad that so many of you have already enjoyed it.

Just a note to remind everyone that this sheet can be used for personal use and for handmade creations in which are sold. The images can not be resold in digital form of any kind, nor can the images of this sheet be sold as is in part or whole. Thanks for your understanding.

See everyone on Saturday for the Haunted Masquerade!

Our Sweet Marie Zine & Marie's Danse des Fleurs Event

I am please to present OUR SWEET MARIE!

WOW. . . . Deep sigh! The vision for the zine started way back in February of this year. And here it is! Thank you, tHaNK yOU, THANK YOU! To Andrea Melione for all her hard work, to the talented members of Marie Antoinette Mail Art Group, and to all the fabulous artist who submitted their wonderful creations. I tried to squeeze in as much as I could. With out you, your art, and your encouragement, there would not be a zine to share. I know that originally it was said this would be a bi-yearly zine, HOWEVER I am sad to say, that just is not possible. lol There was a lot of work put into it, and with a little one, this will be the ONE AND ONLY! :) We made it extra large for you though! The final page count is 71 pages! That is 71 pages of lovely Marie art and ideas! I hope you like it!

TO DOWNLOAD THE ZINE CLICK THE ABOVE IMAGE OR CLICK . . . . HERE

I AM ALSO PLEASE TO SHARE WITH YOU MY SAVE THE DATE!

Marie's Danse des Fleurs will be an amazing Marie Antoinette inspired art retreat in sunny Florida (that's right a break from the snow!) ! This will be a 3 day event complete with a GRAND BALL and Marie Antoinette Costume Contest! Picture yourself dolled up with the sweet smell of chocolate and pastries in the air, the sound of music filling the room while bubbling champagne circles around you. The event will be held on Feb 25th through the 27th in 2011. Let me tell ya, Florida weather in February is divine!

The event will be held at an award winning resort setting with luxury accommodations and facilities, including year round golf at one of two Arnold Palmer Signature Courses, 45 tennis courts in every grand slam surface, a European Style Spa, and five premier dining and restaurant options. And the pool is amazing! SO BRING THE FAMILY. There is so much to do you could make this a family vacation! Let the family play while you enjoy your inspiring art event. The resort is just 30 minutes from the Tampa airport and right in the middle of EVERYTHING. Beach, shopping, Orlando, Theme Parks all just minutes away!

But don't get too busy, because you are not going to want to miss one minute of this event! I am proud to announce the very talented ladies who will be teaching at your event . . . .

Jennifer Hayslip and Heidi Wallingford! And WOW you should see the projects they have in store for you! AMAZING! I will also be teaching a class myself, and I promise you are gonna love it! These will not be your regular wand, crown, and fan swaps, they will be fun, they will be unique, and they might even challenge you just a little.

Many of you may already know Jennifer from your lovely shop Sweet Eye Candy Creations, or from one of her very own AMAZING events such as En Le Jardin, or the up and coming Petticoats and Parasols.

Heidi is also one of our very own talented Marie Antoinette Mail Art Group members! You may also know her from her Birds of a Feather shop. Heidi has also taught and held a number of events including her up and coming Holiday Cone Party Paper Craft and Art Event. She will also be teaching at Art Opera in April 2010.

For those of you attending Silver Belle you will also have a chance to meet these talented ladies there.

This event is going to be full of over the top food, classes, and fun, because Marie would not have it any other way! So mark your calendar, pick up a image button above for your blog, keep an eye out for updates, and start shopping for a gown (costumes are not required) because you are not going to want to miss this!

LASTLY . . . OUR WINNER FOR THE ZINE CELEBRATION IS . . . TERRI FROM BLOOMING IDEAS! Congrats Terri! I will be emailing you for your address! Thanks again to everyone who visited and for all your kind comments, patience and support!