Recycling-Reusing

Since I've been recycling, I've really been paying attention to the amount of recyclables around the house.  Yesterday, for instance, I decided to organize the pantry and maximize space.  There were a number of cereal boxes and other packages that needed to go. Instead of trashing the boxes, I decided to keep them.  They will be used for stenciling purposes.  This will not only aid in reducing waste but to help alleviate costs of craft materials. Stay tuned for craft projects.

Watercolor Abstracts

After my block, I decided to venture into some other media.  Here are two abstracts created in watercolor.

Stifled

My creativity is stifled right now.  It could be due to exhaustion from recent events and activities.  My weekend was wonderful and packed; consequently, I think it depleted my energy.  I need some creative fuel to get me jumpstarted.  Any suggestions?

Snail Mail Reigns Supreme

One of my dear friends lent me her copy of Good Mail Day by authors Jennie Hinchcliff and Carolee Gilligan Wheeler. This fantastic book is about the collaborative and interconnecting world of mail art. Mail art has been around for a very long time, but my first encounter with the dear art form was just a few years ago. Actually, my first encounter with the power of mail was when I read the first Post Secret book. I've read the others that followed as well. Even just a few months ago, I mailed an envelope to Mail Me Art. But back to the point of this post.

As I sit back and look through Good Mail Day, I realize that I do feel special when I get a card or letter in the mail. Sometimes I dread going to the mailbox for the surplus of coupons or circulars for restaurants and businesses, the constant reiteration of payment owed on student loans, and the PAST DUE notices from other creditors. A letter, greeting card, or postcard really lifts my spirits.

I say all this to tell you that I'm going to partake in the endeavors of the many mail artists of the world. Not only will I send correspondence to various mail artists, but I'll send snail mail to those loved ones I'd wish to reconnect with. Instead of sending a card for birthdays, Mother's Day, and Father's Day; I'll make my mailing efforts more frequent.