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We’ve been working hard at reworking our vendor booth for art shows. We recently came across this wonderful shelf for only $25 at a yard sale that thought it would make a great display for necklaces.
Jon had to tighten the bottom screws to make it sturdier and I gave it a new paint job. I used a dry brush technique layering the colors, then I edged the front shelves with black and used a lighter color inside each shelf to frame the necklaces and Wahla! A new display for just a few bucks!
We belong to a wonderful blog circle so please be sure and visit the other bloggers at the bottom of the post. This month’s topic is What is the one thing you really love to do and why?
I would have a hard time answering that as I enjoy doing so many things, but Jon didn’t have a hard time at all. He can sum it up in one word: RIDE
And why you ask? Sit back for a few minutes and enjoy this wonderful video created by Andrew Quinones. It sums it up for Jon.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KdcxAfp_A_s
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WATTO Distinctive Metal Wear Spring 2013 Show Schedule SAACA Classic Car ShowFebruary 16, 2013 10 am - 4 pmOro Valley Marketplace SW corner of Tangerine Rd & Oracle Tucson, AZ http://www.saaca.org/Classic_Car_Show.html$5 admission Melrose on 7th Ave Street Fair & Classic Car Show Sat March 3, 2013 11am-5pmMelrose District- … More
I belong to a blog circle. This month our topic is What are you hoping to accomplish in 2013? The funny thing is that the very thing I hope to accomplish- Write more blogs including doing the blog circle each month, was the very thing I didn't do. First time out of the gate. Oh geez. Yes I had every intention of doing it, but (here are my … More
I LOVE chocolate. Don't you? But...and this is a big BUT, I can't seem to eat most store bought chocolate these days as I've recently discovered an intolerance to soy. Yes, believe it or not most chocolae has Soy Lecithin. It is used to emulsify or hold the chocolate "together." More info on exactly what soy lecithin is can be found here: … More
It's the time of year for those in love to shower each other with candy, flowers and jewelry. Friends let eachother know they care and family shows their love. A lasting way to say "I Love you" is with stong solid steel! That's right! Candy will go to your waist and flowers - well let's face it, they don't stay around too long. But, metal, well … More
I finally had a little time to clean up my studio. It's a 12 x 12 space, but I've put as much stuff in it that you'd normally spread out through several rooms. But, a girl's gotta maximize her limited space. I used to be a passionate mosaic artist so I have loads of great tiles. I'd like to get back into it some day so I just can't give up my … More
This month our group blog is focusing on favorite quotes. Due to my new love of Pinterest I have access to tons of quotes I love. Check out my quote board on Pinterest.http://pinterest.com/wattoonline/favorite-quotes/ Here are a few of my favorites: Please visit the rest of my team to see other … More
Looking for some cool gifts for Dad? Check out these great Etsy treasuries. Just click on any image and you will be taken to the creators Etsy shop to find out more details. Mustaches- I think you have something on your face created by Kale Vab Leeuwen Gifts for DAD created by Irene of Imperfection Dad's Day created by Jocelyn of … More
This was the first year for WATTO Distitive Metal Wear to attend Phoenix Comicon and I have to say it was FANTASTIC! There were lots of great artists from beginning level to masters at their trade. Here are just a few: There were amazing costumes ranging from super heroes to movie characters to genres such as Steampunk and Lolita: … More
This month our group blog is around the topic of favorite places we've traveled. As I thought about this, I had to smile, dreaming about all the wonderful places I've been. I've (Mary) had the good fortune of traveling quite a bit in my younger years thanks to the generous employers I've had. In the years prior to the internet, creative companies … More
This past weekend, Jon's parents were in town so we stopped off at Trail Dust Town in Tucson as there was an art show going on. We saw a few of our fellow art show exhibitors that we'd met at prior shows. We also checked out the fun old time candy store and toy store. Both places are filled with goodies which brought back a ton of … More
