When my colleague Debbie Josendale, of 3C Marketing Group, asked me to consult on colors for one of her client’s visual identity, which encompasses its brand / branding, I was intrigued. I had a deep … [Read more...]
Color: A Balancing Act 2
Color: A Balancing Act 2 What is the "emotional loading of a space"? Says Helen Gurura, an internationally accredited colour design consultant, and executive vice-president of the International … [Read more...]
Ghosts of Furniture Past™ – Writing Desk with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint
Transforming a Writing Desk with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint by Barbara B. Nocco, Bella Casa Decorative Finishes. Find her on Facebook. The writing desk is a piece I picked up about a year ago in a … [Read more...]
Rendering Color II
“What is color? No object of itself alone has color. We know that even the most brightly colored object, if taken into total darkness, loses its color. Therefore, if an object is dependent upon light … [Read more...]
One Man’s Super Bowl Snack Experience at MurphyUSA #smrterdriver
by reporter Michael B. Vickers When I signed on to do this project, I was excited to have $25 to spend on snack food. This will be the best super bowl experience for me as I got to do the shopping! … [Read more...]
Monday Marketing Minute #46…11 Secrets to Success
Guest post by Molly Gordon, MCC I’ve always had a love-hate relationship with lists. At their best, they are vivid, succinct, provocative instruments that promote learning. At their worst, they … [Read more...]
2 Works by Guest Artist Vicki Miller
Guest Artist Vicki Miller Ode to Namatjira This is an art quilt, measuring about 55 X 45". It is based on a painting called "Ghost Gums - Mt Sonder" by a famous Australian Artist - Albert … [Read more...]
Ghosts of Furniture Past~Chest of Drawers
Guest GhostBuster Lesley Anne Kinney Chest of Drawers with Chalk Paint by Annie Sloan It was in reasonable condition but had years of grime and polish on it. It will become a great looks for less … [Read more...]
For the Love of Decoupage
by Guest Blogger Victoria Silva, Decoupage Gal Celebrate your life with the grace and beauty of timeless tradition! I have always loved handcrafting things... and am a self-taught artist. My … [Read more...]