A Paris Street Market October 2nd, 2010

The last Paris Street Market of 2010 in Littleton, Colorado is October 2nd. I will be there with all my latest creations, including the oval cow tray pictured above. If your attending the market, please do stop by booth #20 and say hello. If you won't be able to make it, you can always visit my website Robin King Designs. Hope to see you there.

It's Starting To Look A Lot Like Christmas

... at least in my studio.

The Holiday orders are arriving, so I am making many, many, many lists and checking them twice, at least.

So you can see what I am talking about, here are some pictures from my studio.

This collection is on its way to Missouri.

These petite plaques are in production and will go to California and

Texas after a little more work and a lot more varnish.

This basket is complete and heading to Kentucky.

The Santa canvases are staying here in Colorado, but when the bee

boxes next to them are complete, they will be flying off the shelf

to Missouri.

So yes, even though the temperature is still in the high eighties and the leaves are still on the trees, my studio feels just like Christmas.

And it's the most wonderful time of the year.

Bird, Paper, Scissors

I wanted to share some pictures of my booth from the September 2010 Paris Street Market in Littleton, Colorado.

Bird Tissue Box Covers

At each Market, I try to have a theme and birds took center stage this time.

Paperweights

I also brought a few paperweights. I usually do not work with glass to0 much but paperweights are small enough that even I can make them. I love the look of decoupage under glass but I miss my crackle effect too much. So as soon as I can figure out how to crackle and decoupage under glass, you may see a few more items.

Bee Note Cards

And last but not least, here are my Bee Note Cards. Just perfect for a little note.

The last Paris Market for the 2010 Season in October 2nd. Hope to see you there.

Just a Note

At the August 2010 Paris Street Market in Littleton, I introduced my latest creations - Note Cards. Ten of my favorite designs from Tissue Box Covers, Boxes, Canvases and Trays are now available on 4 by 6 professionally printed cards. I am happy to say the cards were very well received. More designs to come in the next few months. Here's a look at a few...

Girl with Dog note card with canvas design in background.

Leaping Rabbit in a wreath of flowers with canvas design in background.

The Note Cards will be available on my website Robin King Designs by September 1st, 2010. Happy writing!

Whatever things are...

Some time ago I came across the verse: Whatever is Noble, Bright, Pure, Lovely... think of these things. Although it is a popular verse, for some reason it really hit me one day so I wrote it on an old envelope and put it in my purse. That old envelope was moved to my desk and has been in front of my computer as I have looked and looked for the perfect artwork to create a plaque.

Well, I did find the artwork - a beautiful old French textile painting with flowers and a lace-like border. It was perfect, however since it was originally used for textiles, the entire piece was graphed by hand in pencil. I like to keep all my old papers "as is" so I did not try to erase the pencil but instead spent many hours in photoshop trying to remove each line. Once most of the lines had been removed, I decided to keep a few of the guidelines as they seem very appropriate with the Bible verse from Philippians.
My "Whatever things are True, Honest, Just, Pure, Lovely... Think on these things" is finally finished. I hope you enjoy.

Beautiful Things at the Broadmoor

Recently, I was lucky enough to spend a few nights at the Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs, CO. The Broadmoor is a luxury hotel that first opened in 1918. The hotel and gardens are exquisite. Victorian-imagery and accents are throughout the hotel, so now you know why I love this hotel so much. I could post picture after picture, but choose just a few so you can see the beautiful hotel and grounds. There is also a spa, golf course, tennis courts, amazing swimming pools, shopping and restaurants to enjoy. If you ever get the chance to stay there, take it. It's simply beautiful.

Two cherubs and winged buffaloes greet you at the front door.

This sitting area is a great place to spend a sunny afternoon looking at the lake and mountains.

Flowers around the Broadmoor Lake and grounds.

Ever-Faithful Friend

A few months ago, I was shooting pictures in my living room, taking advantage of the natural light streaming in. As I looked around, I noticed my fifteen year-old pug, Jesse was patiently watching me. With camera in hand, I took this shot.

When I later looked at this picture, I could not help but remember all the times Jesse has followed me around the house, watched me work, sat next to me when I was sick and rushed to the door when I returned home.

I have been so fortunate to have him in my life as long as I have.

Jesse was the inspiration behind this tissue box cover design.

He is my Ever-Faithful Friend.