My pre-order arrived yesterday. Released today. I’m busy listening….back to regular blogging tomorrow.
Michelle Ward/GreenPepperPress Blog
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My pre-order arrived yesterday. Released today. I’m busy listening….back to regular blogging tomorrow.
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Can’t see myself wearing this, but….
{silver and brass brooch sitting on a beaded coaster}
Sometimes you just accumulate things because they move you. You don’t know why you have to have it other than it makes you happy to look at it, right? This pin captures so much of what I love – the elements of design make me swoon. I pretend it’s the underside of a cathedral dome, looking down on me as I visit my favorite city. Why am I sharing this? Because I’m on a Crusade.
In the background, left, you can see part of St. Mark’s Basilica. Would love to arrive there by water.
One more view of architecture in Venice, and how about that chair?! Need one!
And you can’t talk about Gothic Architecture without mentioning the Palace of Westminster, more commonly called the Houses of Parliament. On the far left is Westminster Abbey, and the far right is the Clock Tower, usually called Big Ben (nicknamed for the bell within).
A stunning close-up, or two…..
In addition to architecture, I adore gothic-style fonts. Fonts, in general, are an infatuation we all share, don’t we? Here are a few of my faves, each style showcased as it’s font name.
And I’ve been crushing for a long time on Lucky Brand jewelry. Here’s another cool line, very gothy don’t you think? More found HERE.
And to finish, some stamps I’ve done for other lines. You’ve already seen my WayWard stamps. Did you spy some Gothic influence? You can be sure you’ll be seeing more of that in my new rubber. (Still toiling away on the designs. Can’t stop myself!)
Confessions of a Gothic Style Addict. A style is defined by much more than architecture and jewelry, but these are images I collect to enter in my journals or pin up on my bulletin boards because I like to surround myself with images that feed me.
I have lots of crushes, (yeah, I know you know that) and will share more soon. In the meantime, check out some of the ones posted by the players on our Street Team. And join us by sharing yours!
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Can’t see myself wearing this, but….
{silver and brass brooch sitting on a beaded coaster}
Sometimes you just accumulate things because they move you. You don’t know why you have to have it other than it makes you happy to look at it, right? This pin captures so much of what I love – the elements of design make me swoon. I pretend it’s the underside of a cathedral dome, looking down on me as I visit my favorite city. Why am I sharing this? Because I’m on a Crusade.
In the background, left, you can see part of St. Mark’s Basilica. Would love to arrive there by water.
One more view of architecture in Venice, and how about that chair?! Need one!
And you can’t talk about Gothic Architecture without mentioning the Palace of Westminster, more commonly called the Houses of Parliament. On the far left is Westminster Abbey, and the far right is the Clock Tower, usually called Big Ben (nicknamed for the bell within).
A stunning close-up, or two…..
In addition to architecture, I adore gothic-style fonts. Fonts, in general, are an infatuation we all share, don’t we? Here are a few of my faves, each style showcased as it’s font name.
And I’ve been crushing for a long time on Lucky Brand jewelry. Here’s another cool line, very gothy don’t you think? More found HERE.
And to finish, some stamps I’ve done for other lines. You’ve already seen my WayWard stamps. Did you spy some Gothic influence? You can be sure you’ll be seeing more of that in my new rubber. (Still toiling away on the designs. Can’t stop myself!)
Confessions of a Gothic Style Addict. A style is defined by much more than architecture and jewelry, but these are images I collect to enter in my journals or pin up on my bulletin boards because I like to surround myself with images that feed me.
I have lots of crushes, (yeah, I know you know that) and will share more soon. In the meantime, check out some of the ones posted by the players on our Street Team. And join us by sharing yours!
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Literally. School started today. Bummer. End of sweet summer lazy days. One more year of Mommy-hood feels like it got ticked off. Sure, I’ll always be their Mom, but our kids are getting older and these summers together are limited. Next year Peter wil be driving and most likely working (we hope) so today I am feeling empty-ish. There are Moms that have waited weeks for this day to arrive. Not me.
A quote arrived by email yesterday. Made me think of the free time that lays ahead of me. Days to myself (well a few hours at least). I do admit to loving this time in my studio. I love that I have cleared my schedule of deadlines so my creative time is MINE.
Lots of things to get working on….unfinished projects & ongoing collaboratives. Things that have been dormant while enjoying the family time of summer. The beginning of a school year means so much to learn….for all of us. Permission to embark on new adventures. Sharpen the pencils, get out the notebook, set the course for a new season.
We had over 100 links for the last Street Team crusade so I decided we needed 2 winners. Lots of NOISE! Congrats to Marilyn and Fiona! We have started up Crusade No. 12, come over and play!
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Literally. School started today. Bummer. End of sweet summer lazy days. One more year of Mommy-hood feels like it got ticked off. Sure, I’ll always be their Mom, but our kids are getting older and these summers together are limited. Next year Peter wil be driving and most likely working (we hope) so today I am feeling empty-ish. There are Moms that have waited weeks for this day to arrive. Not me.
A quote arrived by email yesterday. Made me think of the free time that lays ahead of me. Days to myself (well a few hours at least). I do admit to loving this time in my studio. I love that I have cleared my schedule of deadlines so my creative time is MINE.
Lots of things to get working on….unfinished projects & ongoing collaboratives. Things that have been dormant while enjoying the family time of summer. The beginning of a school year means so much to learn….for all of us. Permission to embark on new adventures. Sharpen the pencils, get out the notebook, set the course for a new season.
We had over 100 links for the last Street Team crusade so I decided we needed 2 winners. Lots of NOISE! Congrats to Marilyn and Fiona! We have started up Crusade No. 12, come over and play!
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First – Happy Birthday Peter! 17 years ago you made me and Dad parents. We have been so blessed. You are such a grown up dude, and such a terrific son. We love you!
Earlier this month Fallon turned 12! Twelve! She’ll go back to middle school next week feeling more confident and cooler than last year. She knows she rocks. A week ago made the annual visit to Marineland (in Canada) and saw Sam’s friends the Orcas. We were lucky to meet up with Sean and Mike who I’ve written about before. My copy of Chicken Soup hasn’t arrived yet – would have been fun to share it with them. Can’t believe summer is almost over. Where did the time go? Because we have 2 kids birthdays in August I also wonder how they got so old. Less than a week until we are back in school. Makes me so sad.
Wednesday we went to a rock festival. It was a hot day….but very cool too. As HIM and MCR fans we were loving the line-up. Great way to celebrate the end of summer as a family. It was THE BEST! Better than a Labor Day picnic…….especially when this happens………indulge me…….
…………..and when this happens this too……………
Luckily I had a gift ready. Because you never know what can happen…….
I had found this shirt last fall when we were getting things ready for their tour that got canceled. Got one for me, Graham, and Ville. It’s a Poe shirt…..and you know I love that Raven, with a Top Hat! Several people asked me if I made it….I wish! It’s by Affliction and was a must have as it incorporates so many of my favorite images like in the piece below from my stamp line. He really liked it. This day was a great consolation prize after having to miss their concert two weeks ago. I had presence of mind to talk like a normal person and ask and say a few things to each of them. I even asked for a real life look at some of tattoos. You’d be so proud of me…I really kept my cool.
Notice that tucked in his arm is my spray painted red wrapping paper and the cool printed plastic bags I showed you a while ago. (Oh, and he didn’t cut his hair again….it’s up there in that hat.)
And I reminded him I was on the Grave Dirt Crew – giving him a gift the last May that he even mentions in an interview! See HERE and HERE. Who knew…when I made the post below….that I’d be posting this today? Not me! H.C.I.T. ???? Squeeeeee!
EDIT: and if all that wasn’t enough excitement for the month, these dates just posted today. Tickets go on sale next week.
Remembering Diana today. Ten years. We were having Peter’s 7th birthday party when we got the call about her accident. Because I was born after Kennedy passed away THIS is our timeline question. "Where were you when you heard Diana died?" It was such a moving funeral service, we got up early and watched all day. Hearing the bells toll as the procession moved through quiet London streets…..haunting. Then Sir Elton…..whew. She was grace.
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First – Happy Birthday Peter! 17 years ago you made me and Dad parents. We have been so blessed. You are such a grown up dude, and such a terrific son. We love you!
Earlier this month Fallon turned 12! Twelve! She’ll go back to middle school next week feeling more confident and cooler than last year. She knows she rocks. A week ago made the annual visit to Marineland (in Canada) and saw Sam’s friends the Orcas. We were lucky to meet up with Sean and Mike who I’ve written about before. My copy of Chicken Soup hasn’t arrived yet – would have been fun to share it with them. Can’t believe summer is almost over. Where did the time go? Because we have 2 kids birthdays in August I also wonder how they got so old. Less than a week until we are back in school. Makes me so sad.
Wednesday we went to a rock festival. It was a hot day….but very cool too. As HIM and MCR fans we were loving the line-up. Great way to celebrate the end of summer as a family. It was THE BEST! Better than a Labor Day picnic…….especially when this happens………indulge me…….
…………..and when this happens this too……………
Luckily I had a gift ready. Because you never know what can happen…….
I had found this shirt last fall when we were getting things ready for their tour that got canceled. Got one for me, Graham, and Ville. It’s a Poe shirt…..and you know I love that Raven, with a Top Hat! Several people asked me if I made it….I wish! It’s by Affliction and was a must have as it incorporates so many of my favorite images like in the piece below from my stamp line. He really liked it. This day was a great consolation prize after having to miss their concert two weeks ago. I had presence of mind to talk like a normal person and ask and say a few things to each of them. I even asked for a real life look at some of tattoos. You’d be so proud of me…I really kept my cool.
Notice that tucked in his arm is my spray painted red wrapping paper and the cool printed plastic bags I showed you a while ago. (Oh, and he didn’t cut his hair again….it’s up there in that hat.)
And I reminded him I was on the Grave Dirt Crew – giving him a gift the last May that he even mentions in an interview! See HERE and HERE. Who knew…when I made the post below….that I’d be posting this today? Not me! H.C.I.T. ???? Squeeeeee!
EDIT: and if all that wasn’t enough excitement for the month, these dates just posted today. Tickets go on sale next week.
Remembering Diana today. Ten years. We were having Peter’s 7th birthday party when we got the call about her accident. Because I was born after Kennedy passed away THIS is our timeline question. "Where were you when you heard Diana died?" It was such a moving funeral service, we got up early and watched all day. Hearing the bells toll as the procession moved through quiet London streets…..haunting. Then Sir Elton…..whew. She was grace.
