{30 Day Journal Challenge}

I have been having so much fun doing Janel's 30 Day Journal Challenge!

Although I am a bit behind posting my entries...I would like to share my journal so far.

I have been using this super fun owl journal that I simply adore!

Prompt 1: Create a full page design introducing yourself.

My page is basically uniform with a pop of pink =) I think is fits my personality perfect because I like thing neat & organized but do enjoy having fun.

Prompt 2: What is the best part of my day?

The best part of my day is climbing into bed at night & snuggling my hubby =)

Prompt 3: Draw a pic of a loved one.

I can't draw...so I just put in a pic of my hubby & I =)

Prompt 4: What does your heart look like?

Well my heart is full of love for my hubby, my family & for my crafts =)

Prompt 5: What are your fave blogs?

I have waaay too many but here are a few...

Prompt 6: It's time for...

I definitely have A LOT of things that I need to get done! =/

Prompt 7: How do you feel today?

Today I feel tired...I guess that is what you get when you stay up for the midnight showing of Eclipse!

Prompt 8: Illustrate an inside joke...

LOL...the only person to get this one would be my hubby =)

Prompt 9: Describe a loved one using different fonts.

Oh man...this one was sooo fun! =)

Prompt 10: What do you collect?

I collect many things but the most things I do have are of shoes, buttons & books.

Prompt 11: Faves

TV: Real Housewives
Music: Hip Hop
Food: Pepper Steak
Splurges: Earrings

Prompt 12: Trends

I like a lot of the trends right now but my faves are neon nails, floral prints & wedges.

Prompt 13: Silly insecurities

I have a lot of insecurities but my biggest would have to be my frizzy hair, my bossiness & my big teeth...

Prompt 14: What qualities make you wonderful?

I would say my creative, independence & determination make me special =)

Prompt 15: Goals for the upcoming month.

I need to get my website done, plan a shower & finish up my scrapbooks!!!

Prompt 16: What are you wearing today?

Today I have my every day work clothes...sneakers, cozy shorts, a comfy tee, some shades for my walk & my hair in a bun...the joys of working from home =)

Prompt 17: Illustrate a day

Yesterday may day went like this-
8:30am Start work
12:30pm Shower
8pm Dinner with the girls
12am ECLIPSE
3am Bedtime

Like I said...I am having so much fun doing this challenge! It's is so fun to sit down every day & just doodle for a bit =)

Is anyone else taking the challenge??

{have you met miss jones}

The other day, I stumbled onto this super cool website.

I REALLY want to fill my place with some of these!

{peonies??}

As I mentioned before...I love peonies!

So I planted some...

Well...my pots are growing something...

I just hope those are peonies & not something the wind dropped in...

{featured}

Go over & check out my feature...it was so fun putting this one together! =)

{feature:Laura Belle & giveaway}

Hello loves! I would like to introduce you to the very talented Laura Belle!

Well hello there! My name is Laura Belle and I'm 25 years old and hail from the great northern state of Minnesota. I love it here. I studied graphic design in college, spent a stint in Germany at a small design school and eventually graduated and got a job in Chicago at a little advertising agency. I learned a lot about the business (good and bad) and after 2 years packed my bags and moved back to my lovely Minnesota this past February to start my own little venture, OhHi Shop. I like working and I love what I do. I've found that the most successful and fulfilling projects are the ones that I really believe in and can stand behind. I love getting excited about work, excited to get up in the morning and being able to make something for someone else to enjoy. I hope to grow OhHi into something great, something that is constantly evolving and adapting with time.

What inspires you most?

I'm always inspired by simple, happy things. Things with a story or a history. Rummaging through old salvage stores, yard sales and antique shops is such great motivation. Also...it's sometimes helpful for me to find inspiration in work of other designers and artists, particularly if they have completely differing styles or themes. Since it's so unfamiliar and new, it pushes me out of my safe zone and helps me think in a different way. I love that!

What are your top 5 fave blogs?
Oh man....only 5? I tend to cycle around a lot but here are the 5 of the moment:

MadMade [www.manmadediy.com]
I was so so happy when I came across this one. There are tons of fun and practical projects that aren't overly "crafty".

The English Muffin [http://englishmuffinblog.blogspot.com/]
She's a smart girl with a head for business and I love her little illutrations. I've only just discovered this one but it's already become a regular.

Yvestown [http://www.yvestown.com/]
Aesthetically I melted when I saw it. Her photos and style are fabulous and she brings out some really interesting projects.

A Beautiful Mess [ http://www.abeautifulmess.typepad.com/ ]
Always a constant inspiration! I've been reading for almost 2 years now and Elsie is always bringing something new.

Girl Goes East [ http://girlgoeseast.com ]
This girl is hilarious! I read one entry and I was hooked.

Where can we find more of you?
Here's a few quick links...enjoy!
OhHi blog: www.ohhishop.com
OhHi shop: www.etsy.com/shop/ohhishop
Locality shop: www.etsy.com/shop/locality
Flickr: www.flickr.com/photos/locality/
GatheredGoods: www.gatheredgoods.tumblr.com/
Twitter: www.twitter.com/OhHiShop

What are you current projects?
Currently I'm swapped but loving it! I'm working on building up OhHi and doing some product development in the coming weeks, fun blog things, finishing some custom orders, etc. I've got an exciting new product idea for Locality (my other etsy shop) and am about to post that soon. I'm working on starting a circle journal with a few other ladies. My friend Megan and I are going to start up a fun little DIY exchange blog which we're both VERY excited about, it'll be way fun! Other than that I take on freelance design work on the side here and there...oh, and I'm also in the middle of crocheting my first granny square blanket. (little dream project that's been on the list for a while). So ya, those are just a few things...haha, always room for more though!

Laura would love to give away this super cute 2x2 mini stitched heart to one lucky winner!

To enter:

*Leave a comment below telling me what your favorite item in OhHi shop is along with your email address to be contacted at if you win.

For extra entries:

*Become a follower of my blog & leave a comment saying so
*Become a follower on Twitter & tweet about the giveaway & leave a comment saying so
*Blog about this giveaway with the picture from above & leave a comment saying so

Do all the above & that gives you 4 chances to win! =)

Remember, if you would like to be featured on my blog, please email me at oneartsymama(at)yahoo(dot)com

{preoccupied}

I'm sorry I have been absent lately...

I've been a bit preoccupied...

I have been reading The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner...

All because I am going to go see Eclipse in less then a day!!!

Yes...I have become one of the obsessed Twilight fans...although I will not be running out to buy my own team Edward/team Jacob shirt anytime soon...I will however be standing in line tomorrow night for the midnight showing & couldn't be more excited! =)

Will you be there?

{meet my new model}

This is my nephew...

Doesn't he make an adorable, wanna pinch his cheeks, super cute model??

I'm so excited that we got to visit him last weekend & get some super cute pics with my onesies on!

{weekend wedding}

This past weekend we headed over to the cities for our good friends' wedding.

The weather was soooo beautiful for the outdoor wedding. It was so simple & sweet & the lovely couple was so happy!

It was so awesome to make the trip over & hang out with some of our good high school friends again for the weekend.

The reception was so much fun! It was held at a bowling alley & the couple laid out tokens for their guests to go play at the arcade!

We definitely had fun bowling!

They had set up a photo booth as their guest book! Isn't that too cute of an idea??

I guess this is what you get after a few beers & a couple of glass of champaign =)

{feature:DeAndra}

I would like you all to meet this super awesome mom!

My name is DeAndra and I'm a 32 year old wife and mommy. I'm the owner a a little biz called Pink Checkers Design. I create hand stamped jewelry and keepsakes. My daughter is responsible for the name. She calls me Pink Checkers when we play pretend. I thought it was cute! My goal, right now, for my business is to sell in local boutique and gift shops. I've got one account right now and am working on another. I love to see someone walking down the street with my jewelry on. It's the best feeling! When I'm not stamping, I love to be all sorts of crafty! I sew, crochet, knit, and try to embroider. I'm still working on it! I love it though and have a collection of patterns that I want to try one day!

What inspires you most?
My family, other crafters and artists, and music

What are your top 5 fave blogs/sites?
A Beatiful Mess
Oh Dee Doh
Tatertots and Jello
Wild Olive
Freckled Nest

Where can we find more of you?
I have an Etsy shop
Pink Checkers Design
Facebook Fanpage
http://www.facebook.com/pinkcheckersdesign
Blog
All In A Day's Dream

What are you current projects?
I'm preparing for my first Trunk Show and have been making lots of new pieces! Graduation, Mother's Day, and Wedding season is coming up and that is what I've been making the most of.


I hope you all have a lovely Monday!