Halloween Art Doll Swap

A lil' Witchy art doll made for the swap going in the mail this week.

Art

I'm so behind in uploading some of my art work. What a huge chunk of time to format and get these uploaded. Sorry about not keeping up better...but...places to go...people to see....and things to do seem to get first priority...oh, and I have to have art play time too.

AND lastly....FLOWERS!

Halloween is Coming eeeeEEEEeeee

First is a decorated ol' box that I put my lil' Skellie Witchy in....I think there's room for more! The tag goes to a DGF Laurel as a trade. I made this lil' skellie Witchy with my last pair of clay boots with toothpick legs. I had fun and was in the "mood" to make more Halloween themed tags.

Now I'm very busy getting ready for my next art fest with the gang from Ustream and YouTube. We are gonna have a blast and shop 'till we drop and squeeze in some art play time with work shopes as well. I'm getting my class stuff together ....not telling what it is though....I like the suspense.

Well, gotta go...things to do, ya know! Peace and Love

Arms Wide Open

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This is a mixed media Art Doll that I made to accomplish two challenges. For my BGFF Carole Ann and Mitzi. Carole's given Indian name is "Arms Wide Open" and after spending a few glorious days with her bonding a friendship and getting to know her better this is what I made. I cherish the memories and this Art Doll will be a continuous reminder to me sitting in my art studio.

The base is an up-cycled Coffee Mate creamer bottle that I sprayed white paint in the inside and then removed some so the HEART (made from the cap) could be seen inside. Carole loves to wear black and white clothing but has no desire to incorporate prints so I did it for her in a place that she doesn't have to see it (the back bow) but to remind her that she is capable of going into that unknown zone and explore. The flower represents LIFE and who doesn't appreciate a little sweet aroma therapy to sooth the senses? The base is an alter CD painted silver to allow her to stay on a peddle stool not only to be admired, but for who she is, a person that knows we must LOVE our self first so others can LOVE in return. Here is some of the "found poetry" (I went on a search, actually!)that is on the head and hopefully will give you insight at just a few of the adjectives that describe her....but trust me, there's so much more to her. CLASS, RESPECT, JOY, HELPING OTHERS, ON FRIENDSHIP, ENTHUSIASM, SHE LEADS A HAPPIER LIFE, MAKES OTHERS COMFORTABLE, MOTHER, GOD, TUESDAY: from a dictionary page not only because I arrived on a Tue. but to symbolize she is an intelligent and wise woman, Time to go_____ text on sheet music: I chose not give you my personal interpretation and would like YOU (everyone)to see it your way.

I drew the arms on plastic packaging and cut them out. As I went through the journey of creating this piece it changed from Ranger alcohol inks to what it evolved into. I cut lil' slits on the sides to slip them in, but, the ribbon on the back hides the tabs and allows the arms to have movement.

In closing, I want to thank my friends for allowing me to continue my pursuit of happiness through my creativity. This is the path I know I'm meant to be on and am greatful to be able to share it.
Peace and Much LOVE, Darlene Gail

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As the scrapbook instructor at my local Michael's Arts and Crafts store I made these items for demo on the Open House Day September 10th, 2011 from 1 to 3 PM. I hope they bring an interest to the beginners, intermediate and advanced scrappers and hopefully sign up for some classes. There will also be classes for the Martha Stewart Punch Around paper punches and glitter. I see more fun in my future. If you're in the Rio Grande, NJ area please stop in and say hi.

A 12X12 LO for my store Michael's Open House on Sept. 10th. I have more projects in progress and will post as they are finished.

Art Doll Swap

                                                         HALLOWEEN Art Doll Swap

This is my fabric skellie that was painted with acrylics and has a metal zipper for the mouth.

Three categories, Pick one or all three.
ONLY ONE doll for each category, OR just one of any category.
Theme: Halloween
1) Paper Art Doll:  must have embellishments: example: brads, beads, ribbon, etc.
2) Mixed Media Art Doll:  found treasures, fabric, tins, clay, game pieces, use your imagination.
3) Altered Doll: any doll that is already made and can be altered.

DATE DUE: October 14th, 2011 in time for Halloween!!
Must be in my hands by this date or it will be returned to you at your expense.
Please allow enough time if sending from over seas.                                                                                                                                                          
I will have them swapped back to you for Halloween.                                                                                                                                                                                  

Size: Max 6 inches/ 15 cm (metric) long
        Minimum 3 inches/8 cm (metric) long
Sign up here. Drop out no worries.

I do my very best to swap quality for quality, so please send in your very best work and what you would want back in return.
I will swap paper doll for paper doll, mixed media for mixed media and altered doll for altered doll.

Shipping and Handling:  Mail your art in a bubble envelope or small box and I will recycle it back to you with your returns.
 U.S. send the same amount in cash (well concealed)  that it cost you to mail your pkg. to me.
 Internationals can PayPal to my account the equivalent of $4.00 USA if in a box, $2.00 if in a bubble envelope. I will cover the cost if more to return to you. OR if you want free shipping you need to make an Art Doll for me....thank you very much, I need more ART DOLLS!!!

My UStream show about this topic will be added after the recording.

Come on and PLAY! You know you want to!!!  Art Dolls are FUN and because you want to add to your collection or start one!!!

Message here for my email addy and I will email you my snail mail addy when ready to send your artydoll.
All my message posts here must be approved before seen here, so please put in your email addy. I will not post or give your info to the public or anyone.