Grandma's Christmas Gift

For Christmas this year, I decided to make a collage for my grandmother, Zola Ivadell Wooden. She loves to sew and has been a master in the craft for years. I created the collage to symbolize all the buttons she's sewn onto various outfits for her children and grandchildren; the tree represents a family tree and the large Oak that stood at the side of the yard on the property where my grandmother raised her family for a long time.

Of course, the words "Love" and "Adore" are self explanatory.

I hope she likes her gift. I'm excited to give it to her tomorrow.

Merry Christmas and best wishes for the New Year.

New Etsy Shop Items!

Within the past week, I've been busier than ever before making things to sell in my newly opened Etsy shop. Below are two of the newer items I've listed. Both items are $35 a piece (shipping prices excluded).

"Inspire - OOAK Steampunk/Nature Collage"




"The Faerie's Trophy - Fancy Goth Wall Art"

My First Collage

Well, I finally got around to doing my Steampunk collage. It actually turned out being more of a nature inspired thing. I added a few small gears to make it appear vintage and Victorian... but, of course, I had to throw in some natural elements as well.

I used scrapbook stickers, glitter, feathers, clothing tags and just about anything else I could find to fit the canvas. I'm really pleased with the result! 

Collage Inspirations

In preparation for the upcoming county fair, I've sworn to display my creativity, whether it be a collage, poetry, photography, jewelry or clothing. I must put aside my feelings of procrastination and get started before time runs out.

I've found a few things on Tumblr that have helped inspire me with ideas for my steampunk/vintage collage. I plan to begin my artistic journey in making my collage today.