Create & Connect

New Summer Necklaces

2011-05-27T14:42:00.000-07:00

My new necklaces are finished! Looking for a touch of knit in the summer? These have it all... Check out more @ my etsy shop. www.rachelanndesign.etsy.com

Missing da UP

2011-03-28T21:17:00.000-07:00

I found this great embroidered piece of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. It makes me miss living there!

Michigan's Peninsula Embroidery. Brought to you buy Kngo on Etsy. www.etsy.com/shop/kngo

Spring Time Treasury

2011-03-27T21:03:00.000-07:00

Spring is in the air! Since moving from the Midwest to Colorado, I really, really, really enjoy the 300 sunny days Colorado has to offer. It is MUCH better than the weather in the Midwest. Thus, it has inspired me to create a warm, sunny, and beautiful treasury for all of you to enjoy.

1. First up is the Hydrangea Blosson, Diamond Stacking Ring by PatricklrlaJewelry. I absolutely LOVE how simple and delicate this ring is. Check it out at www.etsy.com/shop/patrickirlajewelry

2. It wouldn't be Spring without flowers. StuffByStuff created this gorgeous yellow pin, fluffed and ready for Spring. This delicate and light weight pin would make a great addition to a purse or headband. www.etsy.com/shop/stuffbystuff

3. Clean out your closet and make space for this beautiful Chiffon Pleated Dress by RiverOfRomansk. Light, airy, and totally romantic, this dress will for sure be a head turner. www.etsy.com/shop/RiverOfRomansk

4. Spring time is for getting outside and tending the garden. Why not spruce up your pots? with an antique spoon garden marker from Hammermann. www.etsy.com/shop/hammermann

5. Thank you to BIalakura for taking this beautiful picture of a tulip. The photo is really enhanced by being printed on vintage khaki, giving it a whimsical, warming feeling. www.etsy.com/shop/bialakura

Zen Earth Note Cards by DigTheEarth @ Etsy

2011-03-23T10:42:00.000-07:00

Today's first find are these colorful and inspiring note cards by DigTheEarth on Etsy. Not only are they inspired by the Earth, they are also helping to save the Earth by being recycled and completely biodegradable! Check out more great designs at www.digtheearth.etsy.com.

Welcome to Create & Connect!

2011-03-22T13:12:00.001-07:00

"An artist is someone who produces things that people don't need to have but that he - for some reason - thinks it would be a good idea to give them." ~Andy Warhol

Well said Andy Warhol. The need to create and to collect is in all of us. This blog is just another avenue in which you can find your inspirations or find your new work of art. Each day will bring a new post filled with art, design, craft, ideas, and joy. I want to create a connection between you and the artist. One where you can comment, buy, or even criticize! (Constructive criticism of course.) Thank you again for stumbling upon this blog of mine! I hope you can find what you're looking for...