Autumn skies smile on us here today...blue and breezy and soft, and the leaves just turning. Usually, here in Tennessee, we get to enjoy the four seasons although fall always seems shorter than it should be if you ask me...
"a little this side of the snow, and that side of the haze"...
so says Emily Dickinson, whom may I say could perfectly pen nature and the wonders of it...and I could sit and read her all day long.
but Silver Bella is next week (seriously!) and although I'm pretty together with all my class kits, well my vendor tables need some beefing up, just not going to be able to bring as much as I'd like to offer. But how could that matter when I am seeing so many other vendors with wares that make me wonder why I think I can even have the nerve to show up in the same venue? If you're going to be a shopper there, well I'm more than a little envious and wonder why I didn't stick with being a shopper as you are. We'll see...
Thanks to some of you who have mentioned (because I forgot to) my feature in the latest Somerset Studio magazine. It's an article on little mirrored works of art that came to be after I rummaged around in my husband's barn and found this deadly but cool acid that removes the backing from mirrors...so vintage photo faces and otherwise can peek through.
until we meet again (later this week?)...
I think you are too hard on yourself. You are an amazing, unique, beautiful woman! Whatever you do will be perfect. So relax and enjoy yourself while you finish getting ready this week. Have a great time!
Posted by: Jennifer | 29 October 2007 at 16:45
Rebecca, it's ALL about quality, not quantity. I plan on cleaning out your table anyway. :D Can't wait to meet you!
Jennifer
(and I hope it's ok...I linked this post and photo on my blog. It made me drool)
Posted by: Jennifer Stewart | 29 October 2007 at 17:01
Those ribbons are so beautiful. Velvet & Christmas are a perfect combination in my world. And they go so beautifully with the Emily Dickinson line. I could read her all day too.
Thanks for the pretties & the inspiration!
Posted by: alyssa | 29 October 2007 at 22:55
You make beautiful work and you are just as good as anyone else! People would kill to own a piece of your art! Don't be nervous and I know your stuff will sell out! Good luck and God Bless!
Posted by: Alicia Sharp | 30 October 2007 at 08:12
I love the velvet ribbons and buttons. So vintage looking. I'll be on the lookout for the Somerset article. Have a nice day.
Posted by: Lisa | 30 October 2007 at 08:12
You're items are going to be one of the major hits of the sale, I just know it! And I fell completely in love with your mirror projects and plan to order some from you soon. Your large beveled mirror project is amazing ~ thank you for sharing!
Posted by: Kas | 30 October 2007 at 09:03
You are too critical of yourself! You are an absolutely amazing artist, and incredible, inspiring woman that God shines through. I wish I could be one of the shoppers at Silver Bella, as I would love to have one of your originals! Good luck!
Posted by: Sheila R | 30 October 2007 at 09:16
From what you've shown us through your "sneak peeks", your wares will be the finest at Silver Bella. Absolutely gorgeous! And I just received the "acid-washed" mirrors from your etsy shoppe...they
are so lovely and I can't wait to create a work of "heart"!
Posted by: Leah C | 30 October 2007 at 09:18
I can not wait to see what you have to offer at Silver Bella! The sneak peeks have been amazing and each time I check your Etsy site, I keep telling myself "be patient, Omaha is right around the corner!"
Posted by: Violet | 30 October 2007 at 11:47
Oh, your secret chemical sounds awesome!! I sand and sand and sand until my arm is numb to remove that stuff.
AND, furthermore, I have been think thinking the very same thing you have in re: vendor night! Your work is beautiful and it will be very well received. It's amazing!
Posted by: teresa | 30 October 2007 at 16:59
Oh my goodness! How can you even think, for one second, that you don't belong amongst the other vendors? You're absolutely brilliant and I know you'll sell everything you bring! I wish I could be one of the lucky shoppers! Have a safe trip!
Posted by: Gigi | 30 October 2007 at 20:35
Hi,
I am a new visitor to your blog and have enjoyed it very much. Your wares look very sweet to me! Good luck with your venture.
Teresa
Posted by: Teresa | 30 October 2007 at 22:25
I am always amazed at how much we have in common! I, too, really enjoy Emily Dickinson's poetry. One of my favorite assignments in a college English class was to write a poem ED style. I still have it! :) And have fun at Silver Bella! I was able to sell my registration which was good on the one hand, but I'll sure miss meeting you and spending time with so many crafty ladies!
Posted by: Kelly | 30 October 2007 at 23:39
Such gorgeous colors and can't wait to see that issue.
Posted by: Cindy | 01 November 2007 at 12:14
What a genius phrase that is - must dig out my college texts and find an Emily Dickinson to read. I only wish I had the chance to visit the Bella event...you silly, you will so fit in there! I will just have to live vicariously...
Posted by: Kirsten | 02 November 2007 at 09:11
oh Rebecca! we can't wait to see your gorgeous hadncrafted wares, and better yet, we can't wait to spend an artful weekend soaking up your warmth!
safe travels and we'll see you VERY soon!
xoxo
Posted by: Kimberly Kwan | 04 November 2007 at 11:31
Hi Rebecca~Your things are truly beautiful! I am a vendor too and am a little nervous about participating in such a creative event. I am looking forward to taking one of your classes and meeting you.
Hugs:)
Carol
http://raisedincotton.typepad.com/
Posted by: Raised In Cotton | 04 November 2007 at 16:17
I Love the mirror piece featured in Somerset Studio this month!
Fabulous!
Sandra Evertson
Posted by: Sandra Evertson | 12 November 2007 at 12:14