paper squares and new cards

I’ve been working like mad the last few days. I recently purchased Sommerset Workshop 2 and Collage Workshop, both wonderful publications that walk you step by step through basic to advanced techniques — it’s hard not to be inspired by the lessons, and that’s exactly what I’ve been, excited. Trying new things.

I found an antique mall near my house, and journeyed there last week to see what they had to offer. I found TONS of old postcards, magazines, and small papers, along with old books. Some were so pretty, I couldn’t imagine altering them. There are so many amazing things to be found, and most of the prices were very reasonable. I only wandered around one mall — and there are three in total!

While there, I stumbled upon their craft market, where I can put my cards for sale. I want to get the holiday cards up as soon as possible, so I’ve been a crazy mad woman grabbing up papers and photos and ribbon to make a few more designs to get printed and sold. I can’t decide if they should be sold individually, or in packs of 10 or so…I’m sure I can do both, the simpler cards sold in a pack and the more elaborate ones individually. I’m so excited to be so close to selling some of my art — whoever said you can’t make a living as an artist or writer didn’t try very hard.

I also have my first piece for sale. I’ll post a picture later, as the one I took wasn’t very good. I’m also open to take commissions for cards, that is, create cards just for you!

Today will be spent making card layouts and working on a short story I’m hoping to get published. *crosses fingers* Wish me luck!