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A little something NEW is coming....

I have been working and developing some products that are educational. I plan on added this new venture to my blog and etsy shop. These products are inspired by the Montessori method and the types of materials they use in many classrooms. I will offer the products at a very low cost as teachers need materials but don't always have the budget to spend ( i know becasue I am one myself).

The launch of these materials are going to be on Febuary 18th all through out the day!

The material will be suitable for toddler level all the way up to 3rd grade for the beginning.
Custom orders are welcomed as well as bulk ordering.

More details to come as we get closer to the final days!!! I am super exited about this and can't wait!

Updates and News...

The giveaway has been extended until January 21, just leave a comment on any post and tell me that you are entering in the giveaway. This giveaway will include plenty fun new items and i guarantee you that you will not disappointed.

In other news.... February will begin a new venture for me and Cococupcake... all I can say is check the blog weekly until February!!!!

More later have to get off so I can work on new items :) Don't forget the giveaway!!! come on its free stuff:)

Happy Holidays... and a giveaway!!!

I have been super busy with all the Christmas stuff and getting ready for the holidays that have neglected my blog and my etsy shop. Things will be going up after the new year. 

What have you all been doing? what are some holiday traditions that you and your family share? Leave a comment and you will be entered in the giveaway!!! winners will be chosen in 72 hours. I will post a mini video and some pictures of the prizes on Sunday!!!

WOW!!!

It has really been along time since I posted on this...such a bad blogger! If anyone still reads this... please leave me a comment:)

I have been busy trying new things which I will be sharing on December 6th can't wait

OH and I have Items is my shop so take a look!!! Also click over here

Be Back soon with new stuff!!!!

Ready, Set...

Eat cupcakes... WEll I am back to the blog . I have been super busy and getting ready for the end of summer :( I will miss you summer but Fall is coming. My favorite season is Fall. I love the colors, smell and feeling of fall time :)

I'm trying to get back in the swing of things and get new ideas and I have some cooking in my head which you all will see in the FAll time(wink). 

I wanted to ask all you readers what you'd like to see on the blog... give me some post ideas like maybe challenges, Q&A, come up with stuff that you all are interested in.

The travel journal is still up and you can join in I haven't sent it out yet... give me an email cococupcake_designs@yahoo.com is the email you can send the info to. This is a really fun thing to do, to get to know other people around the globe and share your interest with others.

I will post again...Don't forget to leave a comment about what you'd like to see on the blog...

Interview with *Elsie Flannigan*

*What is the best part of your job with the Love, Elsie line?

I love the initial choosing of colors, concepts and themes. I also love doing the "hand work". It's so much fun. Oh, and writing the book... I love big projects like that!

 

*What types of things influence you to create the things you do? (meaning in Love, Elsie and elsiecake Etsy shop)

 

Well, I guess like most girls, I love trends. I always like to try to catch them when they're young. I love change, so it's fun to develop and change things over time. I love films with vibrant colors and music that makes me want to paint. Oh, and shopping... that usually works! :D  

 

*As a scrapbooker what do you find most rewarding about it?

 

I've always been one to just enjoy the project that I am working on at the moment. I mean, I like looking at old books (that is super fun!), but my favorite part is starting something fresh... a new challenge or concept or style!  

 

*who or what has truly inspired you to be the painter that you are?

 

Well, my favorite painter is Jim Houser. I remember the way I felt when I first saw his work. It was fascinating. I have always had a soft spot for his style and his use of text. 
On a daily basis, the people who inspire me are my friends who are my own age who are doing really ambitious things with their lives. They are doing things that require so much sacrifice and hard work. On a day when I am feeling a little lazy they always inspire me work harder and dream. 

 

*One thing in your loft you could not live without?

My painting table. It's my favorite place! 

*What some of your creative plans for the future?

 

Well, someday soon I hope to have a joint studio with the most inspiring person I know, Jeremy Larson (myspace.com/jeremylarson). I am working on a few book projects, have some crazy and very fun plans for my shop (elsiecake.etsy.com) and more time paintings. Those are my creative dreams at this moment. 

 

*What is your most favorite thing you have ever created?

A painting called "Curious" and my newest book. :D  

 

*Favorite movie quote of all time?

"Am I no longer young, and still not half-perfect?" 

 

*City or country living?

I want to live in the country. The city is good for me right now, though. :)  

 

*Best part of your day?

Working late at night. It's just different, somehow...  

 

*Favorite supplies to create with?

Fabric, paint, canvas, embroidery and wood. 

 

All photos are from Elsie's Flickr

(My layout of the challenge will be up tomorrow, sorry for the delay)

Inspiration Wednesday*Elsie Flannigan*

Here are some of my favorite Elsie inspired Items and photos........

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 I love her art work. I want a *whole* wall of her art in my house :)

Her Flickr Photostream is sooo *Inspiring* I can't help but look at her stuff whenever I am on Flickr!!!

 

*all photos are from Elsie's Flickr*

I will be adding to this post more throughout the day and posting my layout for the challenge..... Come back and look a little later :) 

Elsie Challenge....

Today the challenge prompt is to.....

Make a layout or art project inspired by this picture.....

(Picture from Elsie's Flickr)

On Wednesday post a link to your project on the comments so we can see what you all did....

I will be posting my early morning tomorrow:)

*here is a larger picture*

This week is all about...

The wonderful Elsie Flannigan!!!!!!

 

(Picture from Elsie's flickr...)

• Tuesday(tomorrow) a challenge will posted that will be the prompt for Wednesday's post.   
• Wednesday there will be a Inspiration post inspired by Elsie and her art. Along with the challenge reveal...
•  Friday the interview with Elsie herself will be posted... and we will finish up the week with Elsie!!!  

I have always loved her work and style... she has such a fun and young style. If you can get your hands on her book(s) and her Love, Elsie line. 

This will be super fun and I want everyone to join in on it and leave comments and play along with the challenge...yay can't wait... :)

Happy Monday.... more soon....

***check out my Etsy shop***

*Update** Etsy...

It's been awhile since the last post, I was on a break. Well I am back and ready to get back on track.

There has been somethings in the works.... my Etsy shop is being updated as we speak so check it out. I am starting a new venture with making earrings. All the earrings are simple everyday earrings that will go with anything you wear and they will be for a good price. 

The other thing in the works can't be disclosed just yet... sorry

In other news I have been relaxing and taking a break from things and just be carefree :) It feels good. 

If you'd still like to join in the travel journal please shoot me an email at cococupcake_designs@yahoo.com it is something that is really fun and pretty neat when its all done. 

Thats all for today... Wed's are still inspro day and Fri's are chats and other fun.

Have a Wonderful Saturday and Enjoy....