some new eye candy for ya...

we all must change, eventually...right?

Hey, y'all. I know it's been a while since I've had a lengthy post, so I decided to let everyone know a little about what's been going on lately. Well, as you know, I've taken a brief hiatus from my regular order taking, and I've been dabbling a little in a new branch of creativeness... I know that was a mouth full, or eye full, but what I'm trying to say is I have been getting bored painting the same ol' things. I've decided to branch out and try some new ideas. I've been trying out all kinds of "junky" ideas from re-salvaged wood and old windows. I'm also doing more things for outdoor decor, and I can't get enough of distressed signs. I've got several shows lined up for this spring, so I'll be posting pics soon to give you an idea of my new inventory. Until then, enjoy the brisk weather and give your valentine an extra good smooch on Tuesday.

hello, tooth fairy...

Yay! Cart lost his very first tooth! He was so excited and got a whole dollar from the tooth fairy. The next night, he had second thoughts and thought briefly about trading his dollar back in to keep his tooth... big decisions.... well, he decided to keep his dollar after all.

over the holidays...

These are a few things I came up with over my Christmas break. I'll think I'll share them on Pinterest also... Since I stalk pictures there everyday! Hope everyone had a great holiday!

merry christmas sign-off...

This is our trusty mare, Sweet Sally. She's fat and sassy and literally only gets in a hurry when she thinks you have food. When I was taking a pic of a canvas this morning near the fence, she broke a sweat coming to check and see if I had her a treat.

I had to take a quick pic, she's so pretty!

well, I'll start by wishing everyone the merriest of holidays and a great start of a brand new year. I simply can't wait to stay around the house the next couple of weeks and spend some much needed time with my wonderful family.

Anyway, I am posting to say that I will be taking a lenghthy break from painting, and I will not be taking any orders until further notice - probably May, Junish...

Although I hate to do this, I have a really big job getting ready for Canton, MS Trade Days in the spring, and my family has been neglected for some time already. Thanks so much for understanding, and I'll catch up with you some time soon. Til then...I'll catch you on Pinterest! (my newest obsession)

for a sweet little boy to be...

for an out-of-state louisianian...

new crop of cards...

okay, it so doesn't feel like it has been a year since last Christmas! Here are this year's crop of yard cards. Thank you to my patient customers, and I hope they turned out like you imagined them... I think they're fab!

(Thanks also goes out to my wonderful hubs for the assistance.)

thinking outside the box, or window...

This precious antique window was a little change from the canvas I usually paint on, but SOOO much fun! The bottom pic is the canvas I did a couple of months ago for Miss EK, and this window will make her nursery complete! Thanks again, Katie.

Sorry it took a while, but I hope it's worth it;)

a hunting they will go...

This top pic makes me smile everytime... it's of my two favorite boys going deer huntin'. This is usually a very 'serious' affair, luckily I got to snap this quick pic before they hit the woods. I think it is a bigger challenge for the big hunter to keep the little hunter quiet on the stand!

The second pick is of a few of the ornaments I had in my booth last weekend at the Holiday Boutique. Had a great time! It was so good to see lots of my favorite customers;)

are you ready for the weekend?!...

This is an invitation to the 24th Annual Holiday Boutique in Oak Grove, at the Lingo building, Friday and Saturday. Come on out for some great shopping! I will post pics soon. What a great way to kick off the holiday season! See you there!

party of 4...soon to be 6

Believe it or not, these are all going to the same humble abode. One big sis, three brothers, and twin boys on the way... what a houseful of fun! These are door hangers for their bedrooms with an extra medium for Aidan. Both Aidan and Cooper have a 24 x 36 one on the way, too. Can't wait to start on the twins' duds next! Thanks again, Erin.

for a new buckaroo...

pumpkin carver & indian... a little catching up too!

Well, so far this fall has been a whirlwind... holidays, parties, school, church, bronchitis, you name it, we've done it! I know things won't be slowing down any time soon, but I'll try to post peeks of orders more regularly. Happy fall to all! (don't you love the bent down ears from the headband! and don't worry, he was supervised with the carving knife at all times... he did however, come up with the design with of the jackolantern, wonder where he gets that creative gene from?...!)

for another baby boy to be...

for a new baby brother to be...

Baby Kyle will be here any day now, and I know his family can't wait to meet him. His mommy cashed in her Bee-Vine gift certificate given to her by one of her fellow photographer friends and let me in on what she had in mind for the design. She wanted to include an English bulldog in the scheme of things, because they have several pups as 'family' members. Hope you love the finished product Kyla! Thanks again, Kim.

sweet baby bentlee...

This birth announcement is for a new mother to be in preparation for her sweet baby girl. A good friend of hers ordered it for her, so I hope you both are as tickled with it as I am! Love this bedding and colors for a girl. Very unique and elegant. Thanks again, Kristi.

landon, redo...

Do the top 2 pics look familiar? Well, I painted this canvas/name board set for little Landon almost 2 years ago. When his sweet mama wanted to change up his room to a big boy pad, I offered to do a 'redo'. The pics below are the same canvas and board, just repainted with a new design. The theme I was going for is rustic, country, and little boy, all in one.

And the last pic, well, it's to compliment some cotton pictures mom had made of Landon and his little brother. Can't wait to see the finished product!

Thanks again, Margo. So glad you loved them!

since school started...

Okay, the first pic is of Carter's very first day of Kindergarten... I know, major expression of anxiety and concern on that sweet little face. Even though he went to PreK last year, he still was very unsure about going to "Mama's big kid school." Well, if you keep on scrolling down, you'll notice the obvious change in persona...

This is him 6 weeks later on the first awards day, where he got a certificate for make "All S's" and a coupon for a free pizza! His teacher, Mrs. Ard, has made the transition as smooth as glass and has started calling him her little 'turk. (short for turkey) He's quite the social show-out in his class.

And this picture, well let's just say this is one of his best buds, Joby, and they will be getting into much trouble together over the years... I took this pic right before he told me I could go on and sit down with my class, because he is sitting with his friends. I know, already grown, right?! I'm just glad he's loving him some big school now.

sneek peek for ella katherine's mommy...

Here's an XL 36x48" canvas for a new baby sister. Hope you love it, Katie. Thanks again!

another cute teacher canvas...

happy fall, everybody...

I'm still here...

This little ditty is for a little chick making her debut this fall.

Can't wait to meet this sweet baby girl.