From the Studio
The Process Principle
In our current culture of "get it cheap - get it fast - get it BIG - then get the upgrade," it's hard to avoid the perpetual feeling of lagging behind somehow. Or maybe I'm just the only one who has issues with the time it takes to finish things?
One of the biggest hindrances to getting this site started was my false perception that I needed to have 'this and that' done first, before I could show it to the world. I finally realized that 'this and that' will always be there. No matter how hard...
Picture Frame Mantle
Here's one of those designs I ripped right out of a magazine. Well technically, my client messaged me the pic from her phone. Not sure what company it's from, but thanks for the idea;)
As always, I added a few twists and turns of my own to make it work for this particular situation. Now it's another design solution up my sleeve for the next time someone wants a less traditional (and very economical) 'frame' for their fireplace...
Happy Chestnut Roasting,
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Secret Weapon Número Uno: the No. 2 Pencil
Bad Day Beautiful
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My car broke down this morning on the way to do some work. Whilst waiting for the tow truck under a big tree, I began to mope and sulk. Then I noticed the beauty of the tree I was under. If the Creator is able to make things like this then he can get me through days like this too...
Some Small Biz Picks for Grey Saturday
Yes I know many of you have a retail hangover from yesterday, but I'd like to put a small biz bug in your ear at this time of year.
One of the most practically radical 'protests' one can make these days is simply buying local goods from local vendors. I realize Cheap is King these days, but you'd be surprised how much extra value you can get from getting your gifts from people who've made or chosen their own inventory...