Brushed with Magic - Functional art for the goddess within

Hey wait… I am still here….turn the lights back on dammit!

Yah, I suck at blogging, I know (tee hee). I am so busy all the time with ideas running around in my brain regarding what new art work/styles I can try, what new shows I can organize, how I can improve in my life, my art & my work!!!

Geminis, I tell ya.

Okay, so here is a run down for 2010 so far:

Creative Finds presents “Beauty, Bling & Burlesque” on May 7th & 8th st Sullivan Hall this year. Stay on the waters edge and think what if or just jump in with both feet, hey? Friday night there will be a wonderful array of vendors to shop from for Mother’s Day treats while we are blushingly entertained by some local lovely Burlesque Performers. Saturday will be slightly tamer for our more bashful clientele (no stage performances on Saturday). The shows application form will be posted up on the website tomorrow for downloading (www.creativefinds.ca).    We will also be inviting ATC Artists to participate in the show by sending in their submissions to the “Bright and Beautiful Burlesque ATC Showcase“.  CLICK HERE for details.

Creative Finds presents the 4th Annual “Winter Art & Fine Craft Marketplace” on Nov 13th & 14th. Applications have already been pouring in and you can download your copy today by clicking HERE.

I have started my second art journal as you know and my work already seems to be transforming right before my eyes.

We are also looking at adding another show to the schedule this October. Will let you know how things progress.

VLOG: We have a wonderful new video camera, which my hubby has promised to teach me the ins and outs of editing so that we may bring you art videos and other camera related goodies.

TATTOO: As many of you know I added a very unique French Beatnik Artist to my personal gallery last Spring with the help of the fantastic Artist Jime Litwalk. We are heading down to Las Vegas this Spring to see him and hope to come back with some new and inspiring work of his.

Okay, so that is my teaser so far for 2010! Leave us a message below and let us know your goals and creative agendas for the year, as we would loooove to hear them!

Keep smiling and creating,

Nicci

Hi Everyone,

I just wanted to let you all know that I have listed some of my new blank GREETING CARDS in my online ETSY store along with placing a few of my sought after hand painted cushion covers. The cushion covers are part of my Holiday BLOWOUT SALE! Only $20 each, which of course is a HUGE deal, as you may very well know. Each greeting hard has also be lovingly hand glittered by yours truly.

Also, there are a few of us creative people promoting each others shops on ETSY right now.  Please note that I do not know their product first hand and therefore cannot endorse it in anyway, but I hope you have a look at their wonderful creations anyways! Here you go:
enyaeire.etsy.com – Crocheted hats, shawls, scarves etc
christiecottage.etsy.com – everything your little heart could wish for
Veedubz.etsy.com quailty pillow throw covers for your home
teaman.etsy.com -the very best hand blended teas in loose leaf and teabags.
crochet18purple.etsy.com Polymer clay buttons and more
Crochet18banner.etsy.com – awesome banners, stickers etc
yessysdesigns.etsy.com – SALE on handpainted cards till december 15, knitted and crocheted jute bags, handpainted gift tags, jewerly and knitted baby beanies and baby stocking caps (100% wool)
Caralara.etsy.com – Awesome artwork
thekraftroom.etsy.com stickers, notecards, Fabric, magnets,etcs
purplecatscorner.etsy.com – original artwork, bags,magnets,keyrings,prints and much much more!!
tomroche.etsy.com – Awesome Wooden cheeseboards and more
stitchnmomma.etsy.com – cross stitched gifts, kits & original patterns
terrasecrets.etsy.com – Bath & Body Shop
mylittleburritos.etsy.com – gifts for the little ones
andismagicalneedles.etsy.com – towel toppers scrubbies and much more
maddy7.etsy.com – stained glass studio
angelicfolk.etsy.com – Quality Childrens Clothes
fashionfauxpas.etsy.com – Handmade Cards and Heartfelt Poems
gleeza.etsy.com Crochet, Beadwork, Embroidery and Handpainted Items
kraftedkeepsakes288.etsy.com – Awesome jewelry, supplies, handpainted items, troll dolls and more!
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ajcouturejewelry.etsy.com- gemstone jewelry
ajcouturegemstones.etsy.com- LUXE gemstone beads/findings
ArelelDesigns.etsy.com purses, bags, pouches for men, women and children
MuttMania.etsy.com All for dogs and dog owners
ArelelDesigns2.etsy.com Aprons, mittens, scented trivets, seat belt neck protectors ect
SewnInspirations.etsy.com – CIRCUS Pillows are the sale of the day! Christmas decor, gifts and other sewn creatsions.
outnumberednovelties.etsy.com – Handshaped wooden items, Custom orders welcome
heartsabustin.etsy.com Unique handmade and vintage jewelry
1mADwoman.etsy.com Banners, avatars and ad design
baghdadbum.etsy.com
artofthespirit.etsy.com – jewelry
artboxdesigns.etsy.com 20% off shop Supplies Free ship Art Glass & Jewelry
KatScratchBeadWorks.etsy.com ~ DESTASH & SALE, raku, lampwork, porcelain, figural beads
KatsCritterCreations.etsy.com ~ critter themed gifts, destash holiday fabrics
KatsKuriosityShoppe.etsy.com ~ vintage jewelry and Christmas
finethreads.etsy.com
Hand Crocheted Ornaments, Appliques and Embellishments
jojosart.etsy.com original artwork and more
dmrhas2.etsy.com has OOAK jewelry made with polymer clay
xoxsmiley.etsy.com – Kawaii stationery, stickers & gifts! BOGO 1/2 OFF on all grab bags!
TulipsTreasures.etsy.com HAndshaped hairsticks and such!
brynnalex.etsy.com – gifts, cards, jewelry – For a good cause !
ageratum.etsy.com – handmade OOAK jewelry
Elunajewelry.etsy.com – Silver and Stone Jewelry
GemstonesandWire.etsy.com – unique 14 kt gold filled jewelry and accessories plus Unusual Polymer clay figurines, Vases, Displays, and Flowers
YourTimeBodyTreats.etsy.com – Bath and Body products
YourTime.etsy.com – Jewelry and Vintage
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lorkey1981.etsy.com
simplyuniquekreation.etsy.com jewelry and body kreations
jpsphotography.etsy.com
inkihandmade.etsy.com :: FREE SHIPPING!!!
suppliesme.etsy.com – gemstones and beads from only $1
creativedesignz.etsy.com – jewellery and photography mishmashdesigns.etsy.com – bags, pouches, wallets
mizusugi.etsy.com ->Flower hair clips and ribbon ornaments
brushedwithmagic.etsy.com – art cards, painted cushions, soldered art, necklaces, etc.!

Happy shopping, keep creating and don’t stop smiling!

Nicci

Hi All,

I thought I would show you a few quick snap shots of my new art journal, which I began on October 19, 2009. Hope you like it!

Sweet dreams!

Nicci

I am sitting here typing to you while listening to Bif Naked, when I really should be asleep in bed. I feel like a Momma Bear who is late heading off for hibernation.

I have not really had a day off from running around, creating etc in over three-four weeks now. Packing up the car, heading off to shows, unpacking the car, setting up, trying to convince potential customers that my work is worth their hard earned cash, taking down displays, packing up, packing the car & driving home for almost an hour in the dark rainy evenings over and over.

It has really brought it back to the foreground why I began organizing Creative Finds. Although organizing a show is a heck of a lot more work and way more stressful, I still feel like I have accomplished something good. Every year I push myself to the limit (almost to the brink of tears) to make my show (Creative Finds) a wonderful and successful experience for both vendors and customers alike. From all the feedback and the early applications I have already received for next years Winter Market (Nov 13 & 14, 2010), I think I must be doing a good job.

So what have I learned this year after a year of planning in the works and three solid weekends of shows?…

Spend less in newspaper advertising and more in visible posters (large street signs, coffee house adverts, postcard hand outs, etc). I spent $800 in newspaper advertising alone this year & funny enough, it did not increase our customer traffic from last year.

At this point in time, my plan for 2010 is organizing my Creative Finds Events and promotional footwork and mail outs for my own art greeting cards, necklaces, etc and not being a part of others craft shows. Maybe a ‘real’ Art Gallery Show! That would be really nice.

I had better go to bed. I am so tired that I am overworking the spell check system.

Keep smiling, creating and sweet dreams,

Nicci

Hi All,

As of 5pm last night…. I will be a vendor at MAKE IT Vancouver this weekend at the Croatian Cultural Centre in Vancouver. (3250 Commercial Drive)

Fri, Nov 20, 4pm-9pm

Sat, Nov 21, 11am-6pm

Sun, Nov 22, 11am-5pm

Don’t forget your coupon!

Art, Crafts, Bar & DJ. Described as a MULLET. Business in the front and Party in the back. My booth is actually lucky table #13 along the left hand side wall near the ‘party’ area.

See you there!

Nicci