Coloring book for my nephew...

(based on the lessons from the book of Ephesians)

"fight. Fight to the DEATH!"

"well, COLOR ME interested..."

I DO dare.

"Pavement Cussed Me Up" on Loose Luggage

by MLE

ELISA - seen in WHITEWALL

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Props to PA - local reviews

This weekend I traveled to the rich land of Lancaster county, PA. It was a welcome change from the tight quarters of the city, and the noise. The first night I laid my head down on the guest pillow - I became aware that my ears were literally ringing, as if I had just been to a loud concert - in contrast to the quiet of the country.

The GREEN DRAGON was a large market where we perused fresh produce, and Woopie Pies. I also got a s'TON of Silly Bands which I intend to give to a lucky few :)

Going into the city for a little adventure - we made several significant stops. First to SQUARE ONE Coffee shop where we were treated to fresh pours of their own gourmet brew, and had a lovely chat with the owner about her attempt at staying unpretentious and yet cutting edge as a third-wave brewer.

We also checked out a place called City Folk where I found some amazing home decor - particularly Christine Morgan's Fiberworks pillows and ottomans.

Lastly we swung by Building Character - a collective of hardware, home wares, and vintage shops for un-real prices.

The over-all vibe of the weekend allowed me to drink in some new sites and savor some new foods. More inspired work coming soon...

fin.

Things that I am thinking about...

latch hook rugs


the inner conflict of Tracy Lord in PA Story between being a "queen"/a "goddess".

Cindy Sherman

Sunset Blvd.

Mirror Etching

Andy Warhol's portraits (40"x40")

A total HIT!

Thanks Lonnie for bringing out the gPf craft time at your glogg partay!
It brought the kids to the yard!

One thing leads to another...

In a previous post - I was inspired by Ashley. Then Dani was inspired by me (and a little help/encouragement from her friends, I hear). I love this cycle!
:)

2 things

I am very excited to be working on several projects right now. Stay tuned for a children's book, a coloring/craft/cook book and other publication ideas that have been popping up. I am so lucky to know many creative individuals that are constantly providing me with new inspiration and collaborating with me to actually get some stuff done!


I was recently reminded of Leonard Knight of Salvation Mountain Fame. I decided to write him a letter when I saw his address on the web site. I included the above coloring page of his lovely mountain. I am including crayons and a couple other drawings. I hope he likes them.
If you haven't been to Niland, but you ever find yourself in the California wastelands of the Salton Sea (in this case, not the Ocean) please pay this dear man a visit.

W< spreads goodPurefun all over IN

Thanks Megan, and Megan's friend!
[get your craft-on]
[get your color-on]

Vunderful! ...More crafts for W<

hispter/gagsterpop craft...

twenties/hipster girl

Learning about Catholic imagry

This image (above) is of a tapestry that I recognized (at least a replica of) in the recent Harry Potter movie. The original is rumored to hang at the New York Cloister Museum. I plan on visiting soon to take a gander at this, and more, classic Christian imagery.

Here is your activity for the day: The Rosary of Seven Sorrows.
For instructions on how to actually pray through this rosary you may check out [this site]

CLICK/PRINT/COLOR/CUT!

As always click to get the full size image, and print on setting "scale to fit media".

There are 2 ways to construct this project. (1) cut out each section of beads as a strand, and glue ends into the icon bead. OR (2) cut out each bead - no precision needed - crumple each into a ball, then string them together with a needle and thread. Look at sample image below for both styles...

dont buy junk - buy gPf!

http://www.cafepress.com/goodPurefun

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6811667

Purse Puppy Pall

Send in Your "Photos"!

Use this "digital" camera! Cary around with you for an afternoon/evening. See what you may observe - and send in your memories of what showed up in your view-finder! (Observations may be emailed to me, bonniekate@gmail.com, in jpg representations of YOUR drawings.)

Print on card stock (if available)
Cut the dotted lines (you may need a knife)
Make sure to use the wrist band so you don't loose your camera!
Draw what stood out to you the most!

People are having FUN

Oh yeah - and my oldest brother and his wife are having a baby! Here is a photo of him smiling!!!! How AMAZING is that? Even tiny babies are having fun!