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Places to look for inspiration, amusement or to have a shopping good time-check them out!

 

 

My Shop

Please visit my Etsy shop if you are interested in purchasing my artwork.

 

 

Altered Artists

Sites that offer inspiration. Some of the artist also have work available for sale.

 

Art-e-zine - Gillian Allen offers a wonderful collection of eye candy and an excellent source of free vintage images.

Art Propensity-Patricia Anders is one of the most beautiful souls I know. Her artwork is luminous and completely original. You must see it for yourself!

Bailey's Bliss -My lovely friend, Stacie Rife. Stacie makes the most beautifully layered collages. I am hard pressed to choose a favourite!

Cowboy's Sweetheart -Deb Trotter's gorgeous art tells the story of the men and women who were the heart and soul of the wild west. A must see!

Diana Trout-A talented mixed media Artist and Instructor. I love her birds and her hand felted boxes are to *die* for!

DJ Pettitt-DJ's work is *so* inspiring. Her mixed media work using paint and textiles is the best I have ever seen and she is a fabulous teacher!

Erika Tysse -I love Erika's grungy vintage style. You can tell she has messy fun when she works!

Forgotten Toybox -If you love etched cooper pieces, you really must see Deb Galcik's website. Her copper journals and booklaces are amazing.

Jan Smiley- Jan's web site features her work in both altered art and quilting. Jan's books (which include altered art by yours truly) are available for purchase through her site.

Karenann Young -One of the kindest souls I know and someone who really inspires me. Her art is simply delicious.

Lipstick Ranch-When you look at the amazing art on this site, you will think "remnants of the old West". Beautiful!

Paper Whimsy-This site is simply gorgeous! Check out their hauntingly beautiful collage sheets-betcha can't buy just one!

Quietfire Designs-Suzanne Cannon's great art newsletter and rubber stamps.

Sisters on Sojourn-Karen and Linda's adventures in art and life. Travel the world without leaving home!

Stephanie Lee Studios-Here you will find loads of gorgeous work; the kinds of delightful  treasures you would expect to find hidden away in some corner of an old antique shoppe.

Sally Jean -If I had a million dollars, I would buy one of everything Sally Jean makes. There's just something so endearing about her work and no one uses ephemera quite like she does.

Sassy Art Goddess -Carol is one sassy girl and I know you will enjoy her beaded art!

Silver Moon Studios-Home to Sylvia Luna's wonderful body of work. You must see her altered envelopes-the are fantastic!

Urban Paper Arts- The webhome of Andrew (&rew) Borloz. Go check out his galleries-there are many, many beautiful and interesting pieces to oogle!

Vintage Moon Studios-Deb Lewis is utterly delightful. I have had the pleasure of working with her in several Collaborative books and her art makes me smile!

 

*For more art related links, visit my blog!

 

Needful Things

Some of my favourite sources for art-making supplies.

Cherish the Thought-A brand new paper arts store in Port Moody, BC. They have such a great selection of stuff and warm and friendly service-what more could you ask for?

Cosmo Cricket-I absolutely adore this company's line of papers! It's gorgeous and I can't keep myself from buying it in multiple sheets! Worth every penny!

Elizabeth's Embellishments- Lovely goodies with a French cottage feel to them. Everything is so tempting, I just want to order one of everything! I especially love the Thoughtful Expressions line-the needlework is adorable!

Green Pepper Press -Michelle Ward's unique line of rubber stamps . If you love old architecture, this is the place to find it! You can also see her work from "True Colors" on her site.

 

 

Hannah Grey -if you are looking for fun, Hannah Grey has it! I love all the little novelty items and you can even create your own wish list!

Paper Artsy -A wonderfully creative company out of the UK featuring eclectic rubber stamps. These have a cool grunge style to them-perfect for altered art!

Papier Valise-Unique provisions for mixed media art. I especially love the wings, crowns and German Glass Glitter. You'll want it all! Tell Janice I sent ya!

Teesha Moore-Teesha is one of the most distinctive artists I have come across. Her work is entirely unique and authentic. Visit her site for inspiration and check out all the cool rubber and collage sheets she has for sale.

Tartx-Tiffini Electra-X's website which boasts a new online shop filled with an amazing selection of her lovely art to delight you.

 

 

Art Related Groups

 

Tattered Edge-A low volume announcement only group I have created at the request of my students to keep everyone up to date on where and when I will be teaching.

*Please note that this is not a swap or discussion group.

If you are interested, please join! Everyone is welcome!

Papier Valise- This is an announcement only list, with a very low mail volume. Sign up here to be the first to receive news of product additions, art challenges and find out what art happenings they will be attending.

ATC Vancouver-A Yahoo group for information about Vancouver's ATC group. You can find out where and when we trade and be kept up to date on all the latest ATC news.


   

 

 

Zines

Art & Life-Teesha Moore's amazing zine, chock full of artsy goodness.
Erraticus -A visually stunning zine, produced by the incredibly talented Melissa Mc Cobb Hubble.

Fresh Brewed Illustration -Josue Menjivar's wonderful comics about his quirky observations of every day life can be found here. Check out "Everyday Things" and "Off Main".

Pasticcio -Fresh from the hands and minds of the dynamic duo of Angela Cartwright and Sarah Fishburn, this is not your average zine!

Portals -This zine is filled with wonderful articles and is brought to you by Heather Simpson- Bluhm.

 

 

Art Tutorial Resources

Lara Berch -A brand new website featuring free tips and techniques for distressing, collaging and painting. Be sure to check back often as her site is still in the process of being built.
 

 

Music

FarrellSpence.com-My lifelong friend Farrell's website where you can listen to her music. Her cd was released in April 2007 and is available for purchase on Amazon, iTunes and through HMV Canada.  

 

 

Quilting & Needle Arts

Buttermilk Basin-One of my favourite folky quilt and stitchery pattern company.

Country Stitches -If you are into Punch Needle embroidery, this is the place to shop! They also carry primitive stitchery and doll making patterns.

Kindred Spirits-Another favourite pattern company with an antique feel to it. I want them all!

Liberty Star-Check out Renee's lovely primitive and folk art quilt and doll patterns.

 

Jan Patek-Fun! I love the colours she uses. She also offers free patterns on her site.

Pat Sloan-Great primitive designer, featured in many quilt magazines. Free patterns to download here!

United In Memory-The web site for the international quilt project to honour victims of 9/11.

Whimsical Quilts-Old timey patterns for stitchery, quilts and wool work.

 

Just For Fun

Art-o-mat-This you just have to see. If I win the lotto, I'm going to buy a whole pile of these babies and put them all around town!

Dan Brown-Official web site of the author who brought you The Da Vinci Code.

Exploding Dog-I just love the art on this site-it's childlike and fun.

Foto Phreak-My son's wonderful photoblog. Lots of eyecandy here!

Jonathan Kellerman-My favourite author now has his own web site. Check out his Alex Delaware series-I promise you won't be disappointed!

This has to be the most amusing little animated shows I have ever watched. It just puts a smile in my heart.

 

 

 

 

Mushy Cat-I love teeny little badges and this guy is the king. He has everything and he's nice to boot!

The Rest of Everest-If you love Mt. Everest, Jon Miller's podcasts are bar none! There are 100 episodes of must see footage.

Shocked Poetry-Create magnetic poetry online. What better way to while away the hours than by playing with words?

Satan's Laundromat-My absolute favourite photoblog about New York. Mike's photos are amazing.

Where the Hell is Matt?-One of the most uplifting and joyful things I have ever seen. Visit the site, watch the video and be awed by the beautiful way this guy has embraced life.

 

 

 

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