Ehag Emporium Update for October

Hand sculpted with love from Super Sculpey clay. To learn more about these adorable fellas stop by

Ehag Emporium

WVFA Animal Farm or Art or Something Like That....lol

 It's been a regular farm around here, with all the comings and goings and new critters, planting, and already harvesting, art shows, and poster designs to create and the list goes on! I managed to squeeze some time to paint this little lamb above, for the Wallowa Valley Festival of Arts. It was touch and go, and I missed the original deadline due to all the goings on, but I managed to beat the extended deadline by a couple of days, whew! It's painted in acrylics, still my medium of choice. I'm dabbling in oils, but I love acrylics, probably because there are no chemicals. No matter, this piece is waiting to find out if it's been juried into the show.

This piece was extra fun to create! I used my mixed media technique of slathering texturing compound on my base board, and then I tried to sculpt using the joint compound and that was a no go. So I sanded that down and brought out my trusty Creative Paperclay to hand sculpt bass reliefs of the horses heads. Using a base paint, I smooshed that around the piece, then sealed and then meticulously added layers of metallic colors, wiping here and there to add dimension and interest. I was actually surprised at how it turned out, and happy as well. Soooo, now the wait to find out if either of my pieces has been accepted. I guess I could go sneak a peek, huh?! Hold on, I'll go look.... aaaah, still in round one of the jury process so I will keep you posted. Well, off I go to my Simply Sheryl's blog to post about my latest gardening ventures. Have a great week!

Valentines Folk Art Owl

Being with You
You're the one that I've dreamed of for years
You complete me, and dampen my fears
When I am with you
There are no limits to
The song of the heavenly spheres.

A little love sonnet for you, and a lover of an owl to bring you joy. He's available on EBAY

Bunnikins Easter Cutie

A tisket, a tasket,

A polk a dotted basket

A little bunny sits inside....

Okay so I couldn't come up with the last line, but it would be fun to see what you come up with. This little bunny is ready to hop on down the bunny trail to your home. You can find her at MothersDreamRtworks

Corny Candy Corn at the PFATT Marketplace for August

 Hap and Crank have made their debut at the PFATT Marketplace for August. Tasty little corny guys,

well okay, I wouldn't eat them if I were you, but they are fun and perfect to add to any Halloween collection. See them TO PURCHASE at PFATT MARKETPLACE

WIPS dancing around on my table today.....

Some folk just don't like being tickled, even if it's unintentional, but others love to laugh. So you can tell who thought the paint brush tickling and pushing paint around on them was fun, and who is just a grump. I'm not sure the fella in front will get finished if he keeps glaring at me that way. I may just put him on the shelf until he has a better attitude. For now, the work continues as I get ready for another PFATT Marketplace debut for August. Will post finished work so check back soon!

EHAG Emporium for August - Jacque Le Potiron

A Jacque of a different sort, he was created using driftwood and clay. Handpainted with layers of color, he's ready to haunt your favorite spot in the home. See more about him at EHAG Emporium

Owlington Barnsby at EHAG Emporium

Another fine feathered fellow has made his debut on the EHAG EMPORIUM. Stop by and see what's going on!

A Halloween Tree

If I could I would have a tree up year round to dress up. I would start in January with a (gasp) naked tree, and add snowman ornaments, and or snowflakes. February would see hearts and Americana possibly? March, well lions and lambs of course, April could be little little umbrellas and so on, until by December the tree would be full and glorious!

Alas, my home isn't big enough for a full size tree to be out all the time, so I have three feather trees, Easter, Halloween and Thanksgiving. Of course the full size tree and several small ones come out for Christmas, but I will settle for the feather trees otherwise.

For now, it's Halloween creativity time, with a dash of a Santa or two in the works. Oh yes, it comes ever so quickly so I'm going to be working like a mad elf, to get ready before showtimes.

This little fella is available at my etsy shop by clicking on - MothersDreamRtworks

Oh Bats! Oh Owl!

He watches as he sits,

bats fluttering in the night....

As spooks and goblins in the woods,

unsuspected, wait to cause fright.  

Fly on over to find this fellow at MothersDreamRtworks

Get Your Irish On! PFATT Marketplace For March

 Lucky Leprechaun Candy Cup

Lawrence Leprechaun

Always remember to forget
The things that made you sad.
But never forget to remember
The things that made you glad.

Always remember to forget
The friends that proved untrue.
But never forget to remember
Those that have stuck by you.

Always remember to forget
The troubles that passed away.
But never forget to remember
The blessings that come each day.

For more on these handsome fellas click here > PFATT Marketplace

Hug Bug! Sharing the Love

No valentine card,
Can hold more love than this
Because it's sent out with a hug
And sealed with a kiss

For lots of hugs and love head over to MothersDreamRtworks

PFATT Marketplace Is Hopping This Month!

We have a new webmaster and new goings on at the PFATT Marketplace this month! New artists are coming on board, as well as your old favorites.

 I have three new pieces debuting this month, just in time for the Easter season. The little bunny above was created using an empty vitamin bottle. I love to re-purpose and she's one of the results of my passion.

Two candy cups are up for your consideration as well, made from paper mache and air dry clay. I had a blast creating these! Available at 10AM PST on February 10th and for more information click on PFATT MARKETPLACE

Spreading the Love Around

 I'm not sure where the idea for love bugs came into being, but I'm guessing it's Valentine's Day cards. Probably the cute little ones we used to give out in elementary school. I'm so glad I was little during that era, as I know I wouldn't have been  as thrilled about a Barbie or Scooby Do Valentine. I did like Scooby Do okay, but Barbie, no way!

 Back to love bugs though, this handsome little fella is completely hand sculpted with a lot of love and time. He is available on eBay

 Who knew owls like to get in on Valentines?!

Well this sweet guy does, and is available in my etsy shop MothersDreamRtworks

Lovie Bunny Hopping Into Your Heart

All wide eyed sweetness, Lovie Bunny is hoping to hop right into your heart and home. She's a one of a kind hand sculpted piece, signed and dated. Find her at my etsy shop MothersDreamRtworks

It's All About the Love....

A little love and a lot of charm, this cute little mouse is ready to woo some sweet someone. Available on ebay at Mother's Dream Artworks

Ghosties and Goblins and JOL's OH MY!

Spice up your Halloween decor this year with Tin Man Jack. He's a hand sculpted JOL on a vintage spice can. Fun and easy to display. He's available on EBAY

It's All About Love ....

 A little birdie told me once, that you shouldn't wait to tell people you love them. He's still singing the same sweet song, so here's a chance for you to hear it as well. You can find this little love bird on ebay at Mother's Dream Artworks

This one is a share as he already has a new home. He's ready to give "owl" his love. Both pieces are OOAK. Thanks for stopping by, have a day filled with love.

Once There Was a Snowman.....

 A sweet vintage style snowman with enough charm to steal your heart, this little guy will be hard to part with. I guess I can always make more, right?

Hand sculpted out of paper clay, painted, sealed and antiqued, he sparkles from a coat of sparkle glaze. He may show up in my etsy shop, I've not decided yet. For now he will keep me company as inspiration for more little snowmen.

One Santa Blue, Two Santas Red.....

 When we lived at Fairchild AFB outside of Spokane, Washington, Mom decided to have a turquoise themed Christmas. We had just moved from Taiwan, where they had picked up furniture and drapes with teal and turquoise in them. So Mom melted down some crayons and made the prettiest turquoise candles that she topped with whipped paraffin "snow". I loved the colors we had that year, which is what inspired me to created this Santa. This Santa is made of Wallowa Lake driftwood and clay. You can find him in my etsy shop: MothersDreamRtworks

 Another driftwood Santa, sporting a wreath and cones. He is up for auction on ebay: Mothers Dream Artworks

A 5 inch gourd Santa, he is also on ebay: Mother's Dream Artworks

I hope you take a moment and stop by to see what else is available. Have a great day!