I'm Back

Sorry for the long absence, long story short Student teaching left me no time to blog or even sleep.

I'm back at it though and getting ready for a fall show and a new job. I will be a middle school art teacher starting in August and I am so excited. Here are a few of the paintings I worked on during Spring Semester in my Advanced Painting class.

Layered Collage Tutorial

This is my first tutorial so bear with me. I'll post each day as I'm working on it.

Supplies: Canvas, decorative papers, paper cutter, modge podge or other decoupage glue, brush for glue, xacto knife, colored tissue papers, mulberry paper, scissors, acrylic paints and brushes for paint.

Step 1: Cut decorative papers into 1 inch squares

Step 2: Glue squares onto canvas in a diagonal pattern putting glue only on the bottom, not on top. Let it dry.

Step 3: After it is completely dry trim off any squares that are hanging over the edge

Step 4: Apply a coat of Modge Podge or favorite decoupage glue to the entire canvas. I do not recommend using a sponge brush because they tend to make bubbles on the paper. Do brush the glue on in a diagonal pattern to match the squares.

Tune in tomorrow for more steps and to see the progress of this piece.

P.S. I'm starting to put my jewelry up on etsy. Get it before it's gone!

Junior League of Newnan Show

I'm hitting the road again this weekend with my wares! I'll be in Newnan, Georgia at a Handmade Art show sponsored by the Junior League. Don't forget to check my etsy store for holiday gift items at http://www.etsy.com/shop/aelizabeth.

Happy November.

Wristlet Sale this week at my Etsy

This week only my wristlets are $10 at my etsy store. These make great gifts for teachers, moms, sisters and your girlfriends.

http://www.etsy.com/shop/aelizabeth?ref=seller_info

John Jarrard Foundation

Here's my piece for the John Jarrard Foundation Auction. It takes place this Thursday, September 23rd. Visit http://www.johnjarrardfoundation.com/ for more information.

on the smallish side - and just right

These little cuties are on the smallish side and will fit right into a larger bag. Perfect for teacher gifts, your best friend or you favorite aunt. Just tuck your favorite lip gloss or a gift card in the bag and it's ready to go. The wristlets are great for pulling out of your larger bag when you just need the essentials. I used mine today for volunteering at the kids elementary school. It's the perfect size to fit my wallet, keys and phone in without the hassle of a larger bag.

This is just a sampling of sizes and colors. I will have more choices at the Hearts and Hands Emporium on September 25 &26 at First Baptist Church, Gainesville, Georgia. I'll also be posting a few on my etsy shop soon. I'll be sure to let you know when I do.

Many of my designs will also be available for custom ordering with monogramming for that personal touch.

Preview of Handbags

Here is a preview of the handbags I'll be adding to my shop very soon. A trunkload of these and many more fun accessories will also be available at the Hearts and Hands gift show in September. I'm having so much fun designing and creating these fun fashion accessories and I know you'll enjoy using them just as much.

Interested in hosting a party where your friends can order custom a.elizabeth bags? For hosting a party you will receive an a.elizabeth hostess gift and can earn credit for more of your own a.elizabeth bags and accessories to add to your wardrobe.