Hi everyone!! I finished putting together my free pattern for a crocheted version of the worm from the movie Labyrinth! I would love to see pics of your creations should you decide to go ahead and make him! Enjoy!

I woke up this morning with an incredible urge to paint. That happens a lot with me. This girl came to life. I've called this painting 'Lucid'. To me, she is very Zen and happy. I love my art to make you feel good. There's so much darkness in the world, and I don't want to add to it. I want to make you smile. I hope Lucid makes you smile.

I was told that Lucid bears a striking resemblance to me. I found that really interesting. Interesting in that I had not noticed that until someone else mentioned it to me. I wonder if there's a message there? Something to think about, anyway...

She's a mixed media and watercolour on 5x7 canvas paper. Free shipping anywhere in the world and can be found in my etsy shop :)

Thanks for looking!

There once was a girl named Olivia and she had a birthday. Well, her momma loved her so much that she decided that she needed a doppleganger, so she contacted me. This is Mini-Olivia. I had such fun creating this little girl and I do hope that little Miss Olivia loves her Mini-Me :)

I've been *dying* to create and have finally found some time to do so! I'm so excited to introduce Pinky to you! I designed her yesterday after having returned from my friend's trailer. She stands just over two feet tall and and completely huggable! I made her with safety eyes and buttons, but she could easily be made baby-friendly with embroidered accents. I am currently deigning the pattern and will have it for sale in my etsy store very soon! Wish me luck ironing out all the details!

Oh my goodness! Have I been a busy little beaver! So sorry I haven't posted in so long and neglected all of my blogging buddies!! But I'll try and post more often! I've been busy toiling away! I have made so many creations, and I just got back from traveling overseas! Barcelona to be exact! So many adventures! Anyhow, here's one of the things that have kept me busy! A Labyrinth movie swap! I had so much fun creating all of this stuff! Labyrinth is one of my three very favourite movies (the other two being Princess Bride and The Neverending Story!).

And last but not least, the worm. "Would you like to come inside and meet the Missus?" I had so much fun creating him. This crochet pattern comes straight from my imagination and I had so very much fun making him!! I hope you all enjoy! And perhaps you can take some time to watch the movie with your kids some time soon, and introduce them to one of the best fantasy movies EVAH!! And don't forget the popcorn!

I've been a busy little beaver as of late creating these ZOMBIE straps!! I work for my dad as a graphic artist at Levy's Leathers. We are the largest manufacturer of guitar straps worldwide :) Anyhow, I've been incredibly busy at work making these zombies come to life. What makes these straps super unique is that they have matching end pieces! Check 'em out! If you feel that you absolutely MUST have one, you can order here!

Thanks for looking!!

I've been so delayed on writing this post because my life has been so chaotic and busy lately. A full time job, three kids, and a two story house make for a very busy life these days. I wake up at 6 am, leave at 7 am, drop my eldest son off at school, head to work, work straight until 4:30 pm, get home at 5 pm, make dinner, clean up, get the kids ready for bed and CRASH. I try and squeeze in some creativity into that small evening window, but it's so hard! Anyhow, without any further ado, I wanted to show you this amazing swap I took part in! Cameron from Paint Myself Pretty made me the most AMAZING mermaid ever. I LOVE her SO MUCH. You absolutely must check out her blog and see what she's up to. She's wonderfully kind and talented! As soon as I opened up the envelope and saw this beautiful creature staring up at me, I rushed out and bought her a lovely frame so that she can be displayed with another lovely treasure of mine. Isn't she wonderful?

I am so very lucky. Around two months ago, a great lady invited me to be her partner for an art swap at my favourite site Craftster. Of course I said yes! I love swaps so much! It's such a great feeling when you get a parcel of amazing, handmade goodness in the mail. And will you look what I found waiting for me when I got home yesterday? This amazing fairy poppet made by Bobbie. She's so gorgeous that I can't even believe my eyes. My heart was beating out of my chest as I opened my parcel and saw her for the first time. She's a million times better than I could have ever imagined and I am so proud to be able to give her a home.

Not only did she send me this amazing handmade doll (and according to my specifications, no less), but she also sent me a box full of amazing, thoughtful craft and art supplies. She turned what started out as an awful day into an AMAZING one! Thank you Roberta ...from the bottom of my heart...

By way of Random Number Generator, I've chosen my winner! It's #43...Meghan Chamberlain!! So excited that my little gnome is going to a home with such a good vibe! Congrats Meghan! I hope he brings you an eternity of smiles and wishes!!!

Wow! This year has gone by FAST!! It's time once again for the One World One Heart blog giveaway! I loved this so much last year, so there was no question as to whether or not I would do it again! A wonderful blogger at A Whimsical Bohemian started this a few years ago and has decided to run it again! Yay!

My name's Deedra and I live in Canada. My giveaway is this little Fairy Gnome that I've made with paper clay and mixed media. All you have to do is leave a little comment on this post and he coould be yours! It all starts tonight at Midnight and the winner will be notified on February 17th. The winner will be chosen by way of random number generator. Please join in the fun and run a giveaway of your own! You meet so many fun, creative people from around the world! Thanks for visiting!

I start work tomorrow...that means less time for art. Much less time. So, I'm trying to squeeze it all in today. Even though I'm in the art department at work, I won't be able to paint what I choose, so I just wanted to do one more little painting before work started :)

This is an 8x8 acrylic and mixed media on board, titled WISH!!!

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Fargleaming twitters aboaut under a starlit sky. She's the keeper of the night and of those things unseen.