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...jen o'connor's...Artful Adventures & Daily Inspirations

I Love Art, Adore the Handmade and Treasure the Vintage. I am the Fun Mom, the Silly Friend and the Writer who wants to make more room for beauty in the everyday.

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Monday, August 8, 2011

something new to love - RED CHAIR on Warren



...if the red child's chair hanging from the building isn't enough to stop you in your tracks and make you step inside Jocie Sinauer's new store "Red Chair" on Warren Street in Hudson, NY then you clearly need to get your priorities straight!

Her shop begs a sigh upon entering; it's just so PRETTY. Two steps in and I was breathing deeply, my heart was racing, and I had the fervent hope of taking in all there was to wonder at....(with four kids in tow I already knew I would have to make another jaunt to Hudson and this shop when I could really browse around).

Jocie's shop tells her story of vintage loves...linen, worn wood, hotel silver, grain sacks, antique French and Belgian finds...and so very much more...

Take a look at these images....her wares are all lovely and the displays are often so layered, they're almost fragrant in their texture. Decorative deliciousness everywhere....



I was smitten with so many things...chairs, ironstone pretties...











Dishy little displays abound...




And the linens are in lush piles so thick, they ask to be touched and appreciated for their simply beauty...



Sweet sachets are tied in her signature bundles and simply everywhere...


Jocie is a seasoned retailer, she opened her first store in 1997 and recently moved from New Hampshire to open this glorious locale...she has a keen eye and knows what she loves. I simply cannot wait to see what she has up her sleeve on my next trip to Hudson...

Jocie, congrats on your new store! You deserve the very best of success in your endeavors...



I am so glad Ken and Steph had us wander your way and I will be in to see you soon...and I will bring the tripod and wide angle lens to get some more shots to share!
Can you tell we had fun...


AND What great loot we hauled home...


Here's to Red Chair...and do get there to see this fab place for yourself...

xxoo Jen
Earth Angels

Thursday, August 4, 2011

Web Show & BIG Sale News


Ok folks...it's time to share the news the sale and the stuff...tonight we feature painter, Barbara Strawser and a wonderful selection of her works...PRICES START AT $45 for ORIGINAL painitngs from this well known and celebrated Pennsylvania folk artists...AND ARE NOTED AS UP TO 60% OFF the orignal during this promotional sale...


BUT please read the fine print as there are some fun sales coming soon via our EMIAL NEWSLETTERS so please note these details...SO if you already get our newsletters, be sure to watch for what's coming and if you DON'T ALREADY get the newsletters sent to you via email, give me a shout at Jen@EarthAngelsToys.com and we'll add you..

UPCOMING SALE DETAILS...JUST BECAUSE SALES
As you know, I love a bargain...so we are doing 2 things to show our apprecaition for your support as a great customer...

#1 SALES VIA WEBSHOWS
We will be working in sale offerings within EACH of the Weekly Artists' Spotlight WebShows
...be sure to tune in so you don't miss out

#2 SALES via EMAIL UPDATES
We have selected several sale dates and will promote these sales via email updates...
be sure to read your emails on these dates so you don't miss out!
8/17 Kitty B "Shadowboxes"
8/19 Mud-Cakes mixed media works by Laurie Meseroll
8/26 Stacey Bear's "Momentoes"
9/2 "Elements" Necklaces (AND BE SURE TO EMAIL if you DID NOT RECEIVE the huge sale newsletter we sent on
7/29 on Jill Schwartz's "Elements" Jewlery...)

NOW ONTO THE WEB SHOW FOR BARBARA STRAWSER....Enjoy a browse and the bargains....


I Was a Mermaid – sweet dreams of the sea, tempera and watercolors on paper under glass in a gilded antique frame, 10x12”, WAS $345, NOW $172.50


The Happy Couple – a delight, watercolor on paper in a vintage walnut frame, tonal elements and a festive scene and farm, 11x14, WAS $400, NOW $200


Angel of the Lilies – a very special piece in an antique blonde wood feather-esque painted frame, a sweet angel reaches for lilies in the garden, tempera and watercolors on paper under glass, 21.5x25.5”, WAS $750, NOW $375


An Afternoon Ride – a mamma looks after her young one astride his trusty pony, this piece incorporates wonderful classic Pennsylvania Ditch elements, tempera and watercolors on paper under glass in an antique frame 16x17”, WAS $465, NOW $262.50


SOLD


Owl in Autumn – divine with layers of tonal colors, watercolors behind glass in a handmade and hand painted frame, 8”x6”, WAS $145, NOW $72.50


Lady in the Garden of the Delights – a fabulous piece, sweetest of colors, rhythmic color, watercolors behind glass in a handmade and hand painted frame, 16.5”x18”, WAS $650, NOW $325


Cat in Garden – kitty prowls about, watercolors behind glass in a handmade and hand painted frame, 8.25”x 6”, WAS $225, NOW $112.50


SOLD


SOLD


Guinea Hens – hunting and pecking they are scattered with their polka dotty feathers, watercolors behind glass in a handmade and hand painted frame, 6”x8”, WAS $145, NOW $68


Lambie Pies – so sweet and petite too, one of a kind original painting, water color and tempera on paper, set in an antique metal frame from Belgium, quite old, adorned with a vintage silk ribbon, very special, 5x5x2.5, WAS $120, NOW $58


Happy One and Lamb – sweet child clown, one of a kind original painting, water color and tempera on paper behind glass, set in an antique hand-painted frame, 6.75x8.75, WAS $145, NOW $70


Everyday Bouquet – this piece reminds us that a bouquet every day and an everyday bouquet are wonderful things! one of a kind original painting, water color and tempera on paper, behind glass and set in an antique hand-painted frame, angels surround the flowers, 10x5x12.75, WAS $245, NOW $115


SOLD


Angel of the Little Lambs – such a dear and peaceful image, the angel tends her lambs, one of a kind original painting, water color and tempera on canvas board, set in an antique hand-painted frame, wonderfully done, 16.25x12”, WAS $345, NOW $172.50


Angel and Her Wee Lamb – dainty with itty details, one of a kind original painting, water color and tempera on paper, set in an antique hand-painted frame, charming, 6x5.5”, WAS $95, NOW $47.50



Little Angel with Sheep – darling girl angel frolics with a sweet lamb, in hand-painted 4saure frame behind glass, 6x3.75” on watercolor block in 8x6”, WAS $245, NOW $110


When I was a Little Girl – so dear, she dreamed of being a mermaid when she was young, tempera and watercolors on paper under glass in an antique oval swivel frame, 9x8.8, WAS $245, NOW $122.50


SOLD


Three Roosters – a merry scene of roosters and a wee one, acrylics on board in a hand painted wood frame, 14.5x18.5”, WAS $325, NOW $162.50

Three Chicks – sweet and charming, itty chicks in a garden, tempera and watercolors on paper under glass in a hand painted wooden antique frame, 19x9.5”, WAS $345, NOW $180



Spring Robin and Rabbit – such a dear little piece with its border of robins, tempera and watercolors on paper under glass in a hand painted wood frame, 5x5”, WAS $85, NOW $45



Small and Cozy Brick Farm – among my favorites, a happy country farm with animals in the yard and an angel above, tempera and watercolors on paper under glass in an antique gilded wood frame, 15.5x13.5”, WAS $365, NOW $178


Swaying Tulips – a vase full of beauty, dainty brushwork and appealing colors, a double layer mat, ovaline layered design, hand made vintage inspired tramp art frame, watercolor, 5.5x7.5”, WAS $165, NOW $82.50


Mermaid – wee mermaid swims in a sea of swirling blues and greens, watercolor, hand made vintage inspired tramp art frame, 5.5x7.5”, WAS $165, NOW $82.50


Blooming Florals – so dear in color – a peek into the garden, dainty brushwork and appealing colors, a double layer mat, ovaline layered design, hand made vintage inspired tramp art frame, watercolor, 5.5x7.5”, WAS $165, NOW $82.50


The Lion and the Lamb – an absolutely wonderful piece, here the lion lays down with the lamb under the guardianship of angels and sweet spirits, watercolor, tempera and acrylic on paper under antique concave glass and antique frame embellished with Barbara’s brushwork, 21.5x14.5”, WAS $895, NOW $438

Hunting for a Tree – a warm sun warms the woodsy scene, watercolors, acrylics and tempera under glass on paper with wool, in antique frame, 18x15”, WAS $575, NOW $278


Fluffy – a cheery feline cuddles in a frame made by Barbara’s talented son Daniel Strawser a wood carver of renown, on paper under glass, in wooden hand made from, 7.5x6, WAS $245, NOW $112.50



Bounty Theorem – a large and regal piece with exceptional coloring in a fabulously classic style, fruits flowers and more and laden with lush colors, a fabulous antique frame adds to the presentation, a grande scale, tempera and watercolor on paper under glass, 29x25”, WAS $2,400, NOW $1,200


TO ORDER....please call me at 845-986-8720 form 8-8 NY time or for fastest service email me at Jen@EarthAngelsToys.com

Thanks for stopping by and do hope you are all keeping cool! Me and Rosie -- my Mom, a great pal and fan of Barbara's -- are hoping to make the trip to see Barbara before the end of this summer and have some new paintings to offer in the fall...
we sure will keep you posted!


xxoo Jen O'Connor
Earth Angels

Tuesday, August 2, 2011

inspiration in a friend's SUCCESS!

This is my friend Michelle...she has been on a journey to good healthy and strength since the beginning of 2011; I am inspired by what she has been able to accomplish...in the time that little she has to herself...which as a dedicated Mom and business owner, is not terribly much!!!

I just have to brag about her, she completely inspires me to want to be healthier and stronger. Can you believe this before and after pic...Some of you know I have gone on and on about Michelle's amazing candles that she makes and sells through "Blackberry Briar"...along with her charming mixed media creations and her sweet dollies.


Well, she has been up to other tricks too!!! Six months ago she made a commitment to take care of herself, to be healthy and to be her best self...I am completely in awe of all she has accomplished, and that along the way she has been able to inspire so many others to try to "Be Fit"...

She has been so supportive of me in my own journey to eat healthier and get more exercise...while I may not be a beachbody like Michelle any time soon...I do feel stronger each time I jog, do a workout or take a moment to prepare myself something healthy to eat..

Here is Michelle with her new pals...she just attended the Beach Body Summit in CA and made some awesome connections...
Here she is with Tony Horton...those of you who know P-90X know Tony..he is the MAN!

Love him and love that it's 6 degrees of Michelle Sylvia and I have a connection to that amazing man!

And here is Michelle with her idol Charlene...



SO HOW DID SHE DO IT YOU ASK....
It's all about these small choices says Michelle...and she is right...Lucky me to have her as a friend...


You can find Michelle's inspirational group on Facebook...just search for
Be Fit with Michelle Sylvia... PLEASE CONSIDER joining if you need help in this area at all. Michelle is simply the best, most loving, non-pressuring peer mentor in this arena. I love her, and all the more for this new capacity she has discovered and is cultivating to support others on their journey.

AND here are links to her Team Beach Body site where she coaches and markets and a little blurb from Michelle herself:
Michelle says, "I have been doing Turbo Jam and Turbo Fire plus drinking Shakeology for 6 months. I have lost 25 lbs and close to 30 inches over all. I feel amazing and am so much happier than I could have ever imagined!!! I am really excited to be a part of Team Beach Body now where I am using what I have learned to help others achieve their dreams!! It is the most amazing feeling ever. I was lucky enough to go to their Coaching Summit this past June and was able to workout LIVE with Chalene (my hero) and I was able to meet her. I also got to meet Tony Horton( my other hero) and tell both of them Thank You from the bottom of my heart for helping to have changed my life!!"

She goes on to say:
"I want to help teach others, especially women and Moms that they don't have to live in a deep dark hole of unhappiness and constant worry about how they look each and every day. Dreading days at the pool or company parties with their spouses....They can be FREE of all that with making a couple adjustments to their daily routine which are well WORTH the time investment! I am living proof!!! I am looking forward to building my own team with Beach Body and reaching for the stars to help as many people as I can while achieving my dreams."

Here is Michelle's Team Beachbody Coach Website where people can go to purchase any of the programs or Shakeology:
http://beachbodycoach.com/esuite/home/michellesylvia


HOPE SOME OF YOU can connect with Michelle... She is one fun and talented lady!


Lots of love and praise to you Michelle!! You go girl!

xxoo Jen
Earth Angels

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