Author Archives: christine

About christine

A watercolor and sculpture artist and avid crafter/designer. Working creatively with my hands is what gives me joy and contentment and makes me want to get up in the morning.

Handmade Christmas ornaments

Christmas in July Handmade Christmas ornaments? Yes, once again it is “Christmas in July.” It’s me, Ralphie the Bunny, to share with you the Christmas ornaments that Christine recently created. Go figure that a pink bunny would be talking about … Continue reading

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Purse Magnets created with wood

Purse Magnets made in wood Hello everyone! It’s me, Ralphie the Bunny and I’m back to show you how Christine made her purse magnets. In the photo below you can see the finished product. Aren’t they cute? Don’t you want … Continue reading

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Nature trail scenery 1st ride

Nature trail scenery begins in the smallest of ways Nature trail scenery is slowly beginning to emerge on the trail near Christine. Yesterday on May 1st, she ventured on her first ride of 2013! After a long and brutal Winter … Continue reading

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Craft home decor – Cake and embossed squares

 Craft Home Decor Items Craft home decor items are on topic today. As you can see from the photo above, I’m posing with a cute cake ornament and the two main craft supplies that were used to make the cake. … Continue reading

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Penguin sculptures – Ballerina and Pom Pom penguins

A close-up look at Christine’s ballerina and pom pom penguin sculptures Today I’m going to share with you how Christine created some ballerina and pom pom penguin sculptures. When Christine was working on the penguins, she needed to drill some … Continue reading

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Birthday cake magnets & giveaway

Birthday Cake Magnets & Giveaway News Birthday cake magnets? I do have some news about birthday cake magnets and other goodies! Today it’s Christine’s birthday and I have some giveaway news to share with you. Before I reveal the news … Continue reading

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Book Monster Review and Giveaway

The Book Monster Review & Giveaway The time has arrived! It is time for Ralphie’s Book Review of Emily Waisanen’s children’s book titled “The Book Monster.”  It is such an enjoyable book. As you can see I have my nose … Continue reading

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Art Walks from 2012

Art Walk Overview by Ralphie the Bunny The life of a bunny blog reporter is such a busy one! As you can see from the photo above, I was getting the photos ready for this blog update. Today I’m going … Continue reading

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Etsy Treasury – “Color Splash” by Ellen of “Sweet Shop Design”

Etsy Treasury “Color Splash” Today Ellen Choate of “Sweet Shop Design” curated this lovely Etsy treasury titled “Color Splash.” She included two of my fridge magnet designs, Retro Rotary Phones and Colorful Curly Sheep in her collection. Ellen’s treasury is filled with … Continue reading

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New Home Ornaments

Handmade New Home Ornaments Hello! Today’s topic is about customized new home ornaments. When Christine worked at a Hallmark store she created a handful of house ornaments to give as gifts for family members and a few pieces for one … Continue reading

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