I continue my Elegantly Sumptuous Luxe 4 Less DIY Christmas Decor Vignette's today with a quick mantle vignette. I used one of my favorite paintings "Fly Forth O Gentle Dove" as inspiration. I … [Read more...]

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written by Rebecca E. Parsons

I continue my Elegantly Sumptuous Luxe 4 Less DIY Christmas Decor Vignette's today with a quick mantle vignette. I used one of my favorite paintings "Fly Forth O Gentle Dove" as inspiration. I … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

This is the first of a series of decor vignettes that I create around my home for the holidays. This year the decor is simple and inexpensive yet very luxe. The definition of luxe is 'The condition of … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

The Elmer’s Looks for Less Challenge Lucky for me, Elmer’s is challenging some of their favorite bloggers to participate in The Elmer’s Looks for Less Challenge. I was given a mission to 'recreate' … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Twas the night before Black Friday and all through the house I could feel a change coming so I gathered my spouse And headed toward my Kmart with care, In hopes St Nicks' decor elves had been … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Oh how powerful gratitude is...I am proof of that statement. This time last week I was a mess...emotionally, spiritually, financially. What a difference a week makes or even a moment in time. … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Do you really want to get through the Holidays without your girlfriends? NO WAY! It is that time of year when we work hard, play harder, party hearty and shop a lot. Girlfriend, you can wear … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

temporary art as meditation... as we enter this Thanksgiving week... I’m thankful for the power of gratitude itself! one morning i started sketching faces with my cane...i named my sketches the zen … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

My daughter is very creative and awesomely talented. She sings like an angel, plays the flute beautifully and also makes art!!! You can find these artworks and many others at Christmas at Callanwolde … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Sarah Ahearn Bellemare joins me on Artistically Speaking Talk Show this Sunday evening (11/20/2011) at 6:30 PM east and 3:30 PM west to talk about her life as an artist.Tune in as we explore the … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

This year is all about simple living for me. I challenged myself to create the Thanksgiving table decor for FREE...yes free. I have a load of craft and creativity supplies in my stash...so I decided … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

here are a few of my favorite handmade fashion statements for wee babies that I found while browsing Etsy for my sweet baby girl... … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

It's my birthday....a BIGGGGG birthday!!! Lots of candles on the cake! Stay and have a piece...Remember the giveaway I am having that ends today...please go sign up to win this very beautiful piece … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

UPDATE WINNER ANNOUNCED Jules from A Little Bite of LifeI love the nesting leaves collection, but everything in the Heart of Haiti shop is so beautiful!If you are looking for a special gift for … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
I love to use burlap to decorate. It is so inexpensive and so versatile even though it can be a little rough on your hands. I am planning on creating a DIY Burlap Wreath for my front door. Here are … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

I seem to be spilling gratitude this week...it is my theme for Thanksgiving 2011. I created this Gratitude Tree to count my blessings... One week ago I was not sure where I would be … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

My Sunday Inspiration images will be even more inspirational since I have an awesome new DSLR camera. I received this very cool camera as part of a giveaway by Olympus to get their newest PEN E-PM1™ … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

I love to decorate for Halloween, inside and out!!! This year's outdoor decor became The Haunted Welcome. How do I think of these things? Well, I found some old tree branches with leaves still … [Read more...]
written by Debra Disman
Recently, during our Color Muze segment, on Artistically Speaking Talk Show, we discussed the fascinating phenomenon of centrifugal and centripetal action and complexity, as color designer and expert … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

My gift to the participants of the M&M's Get Corny Recipe and Craft Contest!!! Open publication - Free publishing - More candy … [Read more...]

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Jane LaFazio, a full-time artist since 1998, truly believes she is living the life she was meant to live! Hear all about her creative life and lifestyle on Artistically Speaking Talk Show with Rebecca … [Read more...]