tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-66253752401627716982024-03-13T15:18:16.489-05:00My Own Little Corner of the World...where I can be whatever I want to be.Trishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08615409468519361634noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6625375240162771698.post-20740587408921189902011-07-31T21:58:00.002-05:002011-07-31T22:35:49.259-05:00<div><br />
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So this past weekend I went to a scrapbook retreat (celebrating my 50th birthday!) and I told myself this was about my other addiction, scrapbooking, not tangling. I had a couple of special projects I wanted to work on, so I didn't even pack my Zentangle supplies. And I was content and happy focusing on my scrapbooks and thinking about getting caught up with my pictures. I really wasn't having ZT withdrawal until a very dear friend presented me with some of the new black and white ATC tiles. I've been anxious to play with the sizes and have it on my to do list to order some. But, oh, once I held them in my hands, I was dying to Tangle! I stuck to scrapbooking and packed them away very carefully to enjoy when I got home.<br />
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And now, back home and back to reality - a little bit of laundry, grocery shopping, getting ready for the work week, updating this blog, etc. - and I still don't have the time to play because I want to take my time and truly appreciate the gift and experience. So, tomorrow, the crock pot pork chops will be ready when I get home and as soon as dinner is cleaned up, I get to go to one of my happy places! And I plan to post those, too.<br />
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I did the piece in the photo earlier this week, and didn't like it at the time. But after a second glance this evening, I decided I do like it, so here it is.<br />
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Good night!</div>Trishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08615409468519361634noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6625375240162771698.post-8837608015644485922011-07-31T21:57:00.002-05:002011-07-31T22:03:39.872-05:00Latest class artwork<div><br />
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Tuesday's students really caught on quickly and wanted more and more patterns!<br />
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They did a beautiful job on their tiles, and we had a lot of fun. I hope to see them again soon!</div>Trishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08615409468519361634noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6625375240162771698.post-9052388537903357542011-07-16T19:00:00.001-05:002011-07-16T19:00:02.323-05:00Gourds!<div><p>My mom grew gourds last year and when she and my son were painting them, of course I couldn't wait to tangle! I love how it turned and would love to do another one!</p>
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<p>For anyone interested in learning more, I have a Zentangle basics class on tuesday night, June 21st, at the Crafty Hen House. </p>
<p>Email me for more info!</p>
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I'm also having a terrific time at our 2nd annual scrapbooking retreat at the Crafty Hen House in Bedford. And Brenda (the owner) will have the website up in just a few days. It's a great place to play and she has it very reasonably priced.<br />
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I also worked on a wooden cube - need to do a little more work on it before it's something to share!Trishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08615409468519361634noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6625375240162771698.post-73596004972004033432011-06-09T21:58:00.001-05:002011-06-09T21:58:50.392-05:00Class pictures<div><p>From the basic class on June 7, 2011.</p>
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The GASC in Arlington, Texas, last weekend was so much fun!!! Over 50 people took one of our Zentangle classes, either a basics or the Illuminated letters class, and many more were interested in learning about it. So many people were so appreciative of the opportunity to learn, and I think a couple may even be signing up for certification!<br />
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I've got classes scheduled the rest of the month and have my July calendar started. <br />
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I also discovered just how much I love to teach. It thrills me everytime I see that proverbial light bulb go off over someone's head. Both the students with natural talent and those like me who have to work at it get a sense of satisfaction as well as all the other benefits.<br />
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I'm putting pictures of the class artwork from the Scrapbook Convention - Enjoy!Trishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08615409468519361634noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6625375240162771698.post-38820126419281297802011-04-14T20:35:00.000-05:002011-04-14T20:35:23.666-05:00Great American Scrapbook ConventionIt's Official - Texas Lettering Arts Council (TXLAC) will be at the GASC in Booth 924 promoting Zentangle® in all its glory! I've been working with TXLAC for several months and I'm really excited that we are getting our name out there. Check us out at <a href="http://www.txlac.org/">http://www.txlac.org/</a> <br />
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In addition - We have classes for you to take! <br />
<b>Zentangle Basics</b>, the techniques to create your first Zentangle <br />
<b>Zentangle Illuminations</b>, a really cool illuminated letter that would look great on the front of an album<br />
<b>Monoline Marker Magic</b>, Great ways to use your round tip pens for titles and journalng<br />
<b>Scrollbrush Lettering</b>, Great ways to use this kind of marker for unique titles and journaling.<br />
Please stop by and see us!Trishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08615409468519361634noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6625375240162771698.post-91255669633734327322011-03-23T22:43:00.000-05:002011-03-23T22:43:14.587-05:00Weekly Challenge 14<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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And today I'm posting my first entry for the Weekly Challenge from Laura Harms at I am the Diva - CZT blog (<a href="http://iamthedivaczt.blogspot.com/">http://iamthedivaczt.blogspot.com/</a>). This is Week #13 challenge - creating a Zentangle with your non-dominant hand. EEEK!<br />
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But here it is and it's really not all THAT bad....<br />
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And I'm listening to the Spirit Wind cd as I write this. It's the cd of Rick Roberts' original flute music played by him on flutes he carved (built?) himself. I'm taking more pictures and I'm promising myself I will start posting more and including pictures with those posts. So here are some Zentangles I created at the training and since I returned home. <br />
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<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In the meantime, I'm teaching SDU at the Michael's in Southlake on Wednesday, December 1 from 10-12 and 1-3, and on Wednesday, December 8 at the same times. Because of the holidays and how busy everyone is, I'm squeezing four weeks into two weeks </span><br />
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<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Happy Thanksgiving weekend!</span>Trishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08615409468519361634noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6625375240162771698.post-30247652280464532152010-11-21T15:33:00.001-06:002010-11-21T16:24:41.906-06:00Quick Classes<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I'm finally back to being creative! Although I had a lot of fun working on the committee for the SNAP Gala, I am glad it's over. And most of the overnight traveling for the Flint Falcons Basketball Team is over, so' I'm back to classes.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">First, on Monday, the 22nd, (Yes - that's tomorrow), I'll be doing glass etching using the Cricut to cut the stencils out of vinyl. So Simple, so quick and easy! This isn't a formal class; it's more of an open workshop. I'll be at the Crafty Hen House from 10 - 12 Monday morning and 6:30 - 8:30 Monday night for anyone who wants to drop in and play. $20 if you bring your own glass piece to be etched, or $25 if I provide the piece. </span><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">Although it's not required, I would appreciate knowing if you're planning to come. </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: blue; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Tuesday, the 23rd, I'll do an overview of the Cricut and all the amazing projects you can do! Not sure about getting one for Christmas or braving the Black Friday Sales? Come try it out and see just how easy it is. It's just $10, and I'll even give you a coupon for $10 off one of my Cricut Classes. Times: 10-11 am, 2-3 pm, or 7-8 pm. </span><br />
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<span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Monday, December 6 at the </span><a href="http://thelittlebluehouseblog.blogspot.com/"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Little Blue House </span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I'll give you my Top Ten Tips to help you finish your Holiday projects. Call the Little Blue House at 817-431-7930 or check out their blog at the link above.</span></span>Trishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08615409468519361634noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6625375240162771698.post-42641203809604577422010-10-05T09:35:00.000-05:002010-10-05T09:35:05.191-05:00First Cricuteer Class<span style="color: #073763; font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Last night was so much fun! The first Cricuteer class at the </span><a href="http://thelittlebluehouseblog.blogspot.com/"><span style="font-size: large;">Little Blue House</span></a><span style="font-size: large;"> used vinyl, transfer tape, and glass etching cream to make Halloween treat jars. Everyone there was so creative and talented! I enjoyed seeing their designs and listening to the sharing of ideas, but the best part was watching them learn something new. You can almost see the exact moment the technique clicks for them! Their whole attitude changes, they become more confident and more willing to take a risk - it's just the coolest thing to watch!</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #073763; font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">On another note, I have openings in my Cricut 101 class tonight at 6:30 at the Crafty Hen House in Bedford!</span> Trishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08615409468519361634noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6625375240162771698.post-34317196172746919302010-09-28T16:19:00.000-05:002010-09-28T16:19:01.507-05:00Glass Etching ProjectHere are pictures of the glass etching project I'll be teaching at <a href="http://thelittlebluehouseblog.blogspot.com/">The Little Blue House</a> on Monday, October 4! Call 817-431-7930 to sign up!<br />
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I just updated the schedule for the October classes, and I think I may add a Gypsy 2 class. I'll have a better idea after tomorrow night's first class. :) And I'm very excited about my first Cricuteer Class on October 4 at the Little Blue House in Keller! We'll be etching glass to make a Halloween treat jar - as spooky as you want it - using the Cricut to create our stencil. <br />
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And later in October I get to be a student at a Zentangle class. I looked up Zentangle after watching the Taco Tuesday video from Ten Seconds Studio where Megan and Cheryl were doodling on the metal. I was as intrigued by the name as the technique! I have been doing my own version every since then, and if I've seen you, I probably showed it to you. It is too much fun! And then I find out that my creative friend Angie is a certified Zentangle teacher! So she's holding a class at the Crafty Hen House and I am already signed up.<br />
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And last but not least, a shout out to the Texas Rangers - AL West Division Champs. Woo Hoo!Trishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08615409468519361634noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6625375240162771698.post-78542162624796462002010-09-19T16:46:00.000-05:002010-09-19T16:46:10.730-05:00Spooky Project at Little Blue House!I'm about work on my spooky project for my class at The Little Blue House in October. We don't have all the details worked out, but I'm sure we will very soon!Trishahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08615409468519361634noreply@blogger.com3