Creative Power Push

Kristy and I enjoying a day on the bay

So we all have those days when we are not feeling overly creative, and then I have those days when all I want to do is sit down and create all sorts of awesome projects and for those days I totally blame my older sister (and fellow craft junkie).  Kristy has always pushed me to be more creative from art nights with friends, to giving me ideas to make my pieces of art turn out even better.  It is nice terrific to have a sister that encourages you especially on those days that I'm not so creatively inclined, and I love that we run this business together and get to be creative and have fun together.  So Kristy here is to lots more fun and whimsical creative days ahead!  We love to help others be creative too, which is one of the reasons that I love this job! 

Happy October

A platter that makes me think of Fall, thanks CCSA

I love fall! The leaves changing color, the cooler weather, the marshmallows roasting on an open fire.  And for me the fall always means celebrating!  Both of my parents birthdays and mine are in the fall.  This past weekend was my dad's and we celebrated with dinner out and staying in to watch a movie.  And next weekend is my mom's and I'm busy making her gift this week, so that I can get it ready in time (I will post pictures after I give it to her, no hints mama).  And then in a little over a month it will be my birthday!  I love the excitement that birthdays brings, from the presents to the cake, to the very special phone calls from friends and family all over the world.  I love watching how others celebrate too, and picking up new traditions because I see something that I like.  My best friend always makes us tell her our favorite memory of her from the past year, I'm going to steal that one this year.  What about you, what makes your birthday special (I would love to hear even more fun traditions!)  Don't get me wrong, there is a lot I like about Autumn, but I know that the excuse of getting together with friends & family makes it my absolute favorite season!  Hope to see you this Fall!

Fall is in the Air

Leaves are starting to fall, the weather is getting cooler (I actually put on a sweatshirt this morning because I was cold!)  Fall is definitely here and I was so ready for it.  I love Autumn and hope that all of you get to enjoy spending some time this fall with your friends and family!  We recently had two customers come in and make these beautiful tile pieces that just made me think of fall.

Daddy Dates

My sister & My dad

Painted today on daddy & daughter date

My dad is the greatest!  He is the one I call when my car breaks down, or I have a handyman question, or I need some help painting a wall.  A lot of my childhood memories involve my dad as well, he told the best bed time stories and played games with us, without letting us win (building a major competitive spirit in all of us.)  He coached our softball games, and helped us with our homework.  One of my favorite memories of my dad is when he would take us out individually on daddy & daughter dates.  We had so much fun from flying a kite in the park, going out for ice cream or doing a craft project with us.  I was reminded of those fun dates today as a dad and his little girl came in to paint today and had the best time being together.  Though the pottery painted turned out beautiful, I'm sure the memory of spending the day together will be a treasure for both dad and the little girl for years to come.  Here's to more daddy & daughter dates!

Under the Tuscan Sun

I love all things Italian, the language, the food, the scenery and lets not forget the wine.  It is a dream of mine to start taking Italian lessons and learning to speak this beautiful language and then go to Italy and just have fun sight seeing, and eating and enjoying pretending that I am Italian.  And seeing Eat, Pray, Love made the desire to go to Italy even more so for me.  A customer recently came in and made this plate and got me craving spaghetti, pizza, and spiagga (beach to those non Italian speakers).  Now to plan an Italian adventure. 
Ciao, arrivedercci

Coffee Time

Made by one of our wonderful customers

I know that I enjoy my cup of coffee every morning, hot or cold, and always out of my favorite cup.  I don't like it when others use my cup at all, I am possessive that way.  I took the time and hand painted my own mug for my use, it is a trend that I see all the time here at The Studio at Fulton, people making mugs for themselves or as gifts, something that you can call your own and personalize til your hearts content.  Here are a few that have recently come out of the kiln.

Made by Christine, a great employee, who would love to show you how to make your own Animal Print Mug!

Shopping Spree

Well I have to say that we are total girls here and when it comes to going to convention, our favorite part is the shopping.  We bought tons of new pieces just in time for fall!  Cute pumpkins, scary spiders, beautiful pasta dishes, and cute plates that would make wonderful gifts.  I can't wait to get painting and show off my creative works of art.  Just to show you here is a new paint color that we just got in, now what to paint first?