BUT FIRST… The latest from my cat – Smokey. Cats, being the total Prima Donnas that they are, how does one explain a cat finding comfort laying on shoes for a nap? She did open one eye in disdain for me interrupting the snooze. I slunk away in shame and left her to her beauty… Continue reading Vintage Treasures and Upcycle Possibilities
I just finished the Apothecary Cabinet pictured above. I’ve made a number of these 25 drawer chests, each one different from the next whether it’s the paint I use, the paper, the type of drawer pulls (or lack thereof) or any number of other variations. In general, I prefer a Vintage patina in my work… Continue reading Ins & Outs of Tim Holtz Distress Medium Collage – Crazing
I came across this brass pagoda-style bell (pictured above) at a second hand store recently. It’s dimensions are 7″ x 5″ x 2″. It was missing a brass knob screw (top of left post) but it did still have it’s original ringer/striker, that’s it hanging on the right side. I really like making Shrines and… Continue reading Oriental Bell Temple Shrine
Old Raven Creates 