tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33564806292596025842024-03-12T16:29:00.004-07:00Starving Artist ForumCrystal "Belle"http://www.blogger.com/profile/05800777746256075402noreply@blogger.comBlogger104125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3356480629259602584.post-32774960366955820362012-05-10T14:12:00.001-07:002012-05-10T14:12:13.705-07:00New Art Card Store Now Open<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I will posting like crazy to catch up and adding new items all the time, </div>
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For the launch I've compiled my Twilight cards into one unique SET</div>
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Hope to see you soon!</div>Crystal "Belle"http://www.blogger.com/profile/05800777746256075402noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3356480629259602584.post-37326192277106663522012-02-04T09:10:00.000-08:002012-02-04T09:10:58.374-08:00The ACEO Project<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisp8vZRGKk417DrGfMAtdk6-t9Be4b6o1eUXUVL2gbJBWNIG6Wf1TFXRWVz02WGe051b7t-cmgwkZHf3I1RfKNFnxAraue_BOyzy-KpTT_PiAGuWfsTvCs_t7FinIDyo7tXybcqj68ppg/s1600/2012-01-24.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisp8vZRGKk417DrGfMAtdk6-t9Be4b6o1eUXUVL2gbJBWNIG6Wf1TFXRWVz02WGe051b7t-cmgwkZHf3I1RfKNFnxAraue_BOyzy-KpTT_PiAGuWfsTvCs_t7FinIDyo7tXybcqj68ppg/s320/2012-01-24.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>My group of four Alice in Wonderland themed ACEO cards with colored pencil were created exclusively for my nieces and nephew. My new project encourages me to create monthly and exposes my family to original art.<br />
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I have three beautiful nieces and one totally cool nephew. They live almost a thousand miles away so i rarely get to see them. But to keep Auntie closer to them I decided to share the ultimate piece of me.<br />
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So for Christmas I created custom albums using three ring binders and scrapbooking supplies. They each have their own book full of empty trading card collecting pages and three original art cards to start them out.<br />
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Now, every month they receive one more card to add to their book. For January it was Alice in Wonderland. They get choose their favorite. This month I'm working on a more interactive gift and their cards will be chosen for them.<br />
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This is my ACEO project. The front of each book has a history on Art Cards and specifics. They can take them to school and have an artful yet educational show and tell. This is my creative solution to bond over the miles. I would love to hear your ideas, projects, and suggestions!Crystal "Belle"http://www.blogger.com/profile/05800777746256075402noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3356480629259602584.post-38769774422237635252011-12-14T08:47:00.000-08:002011-12-14T08:47:19.642-08:00Wordless Wednesday!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwxqW9P-XGs2BzHiDoouMt9voIk9srXmv8V1h9LwQHiYuokNJyRSTn0B_eNln9KclXHksXnoGDKlvElakqxl2NrgA44vWpTBSs6U6XpPmFnIdCchfR3VG1U1O6ZUYg0Ei5tSoQK60bz_0/s1600/truck-2_picnik.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="254" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwxqW9P-XGs2BzHiDoouMt9voIk9srXmv8V1h9LwQHiYuokNJyRSTn0B_eNln9KclXHksXnoGDKlvElakqxl2NrgA44vWpTBSs6U6XpPmFnIdCchfR3VG1U1O6ZUYg0Ei5tSoQK60bz_0/s320/truck-2_picnik.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.zibbet.com/artbybelle/artwork?artworkId=610660">Buy one</a></div>Crystal "Belle"http://www.blogger.com/profile/05800777746256075402noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3356480629259602584.post-35023830505907632942011-11-09T10:12:00.000-08:002011-11-09T12:06:34.014-08:00Wordless Wednesday!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxk7O7-ZX7-igTJv8RGf5IE-gyEY0MV-Uh2tKwYGqD95pXNUWHpv1FVmEfFPJoXjtL93l7N5CitxvmbEuRHNY8OrXC8MqVe3wvNWB7ojcQYk6_zHQjK9pwZEpVRt4XjQQwOVjXqlIhbwQ/s1600/garden.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="298" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxk7O7-ZX7-igTJv8RGf5IE-gyEY0MV-Uh2tKwYGqD95pXNUWHpv1FVmEfFPJoXjtL93l7N5CitxvmbEuRHNY8OrXC8MqVe3wvNWB7ojcQYk6_zHQjK9pwZEpVRt4XjQQwOVjXqlIhbwQ/s400/garden.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Enter Your Wordless Wednesday Post Below:<script src="http://www.simply-linked.com/listwidget.aspx?l=979f2ee2-2142-4fb9-9bd0-edb7bafe4e90" type="text/javascript">
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I was in no wasy interested when I received an email from a "Something Crafted" stating 'Zibbet is dead and they are the newest FREE way to sell'. I researched it a little and determined it was a spam with unknown intent. Just now I see that I have a generic mail message from Zibbet stating that the messages came from a Zibbet account and are phishing for either IDs or account transfers.<br />
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Furthermore, I can't stand it when marketers try to pump up their product by putting down others. So even it had been legit and awesome I would have ignored the pushy message anyway.<br />
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This just goes to prove the old adage, "If it seems to good to be true, it probably is!"<br />
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Feel free to stop in and see <a href="http://www.zibbet.com/artbybelle">my newly renewed store on Zibbet</a> and see if it's the right fit for you too!<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Why??? Art By Belle is Giving away digital Art to break out of the 300 fans number and </div><div style="text-align: center;">start growing the fan base again!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">ABB fans get exclusive peeks at upcoming art for FREE </div><div style="text-align: center;">and are notified of any and all sales before anyone else!!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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Bohemian Candy is an exclusive, nature inspired jewelry and accessory line that features Belle's love for color, vintage and earthy design.<br />
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If you haven't already, stop in to visit and like the <a href="http://www.facebook.com/BohemianCandy">facebook page</a> and browse the newly completed <a href="http://bohemiancandy.webs.com/">web page</a>. You can join through facebook, request custom pieces and truly customize your artbybelle.com experience. While there, be sure to upload your customer photos!<br />
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First I assembled my supplies.<br />
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<li>Watercolor pencils & Sharpener </li>
<li>Water glasses</li>
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In the future I want to try printing onto watercolor paper instead of card stock.<br />
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My daughter cried for more, so I promised that tomorrow we'd do it all over again! More quiet time for me so win win! :)<br />
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My latest sketch honors Joe Nichols. I just love his messy hair. I bet it takes a lot of time and energy to look that perfectly disheveled! <br />
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I'm very excited to see some of these greats live. I know many of you are also, so I'm sharing my sketches on my blog and making them available to purchase at the music fest exclusively from <a href="http://www.kelscustomdesigns.com/">Kel's Custom Designs</a>. Look for her jewelry booth at the event and pick up your favorite sketch.<br />
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I'm even offering my actual original sketches, which I seldom release to the public. Tell Kelly Belle sent you!<br />
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Kellie is most known for finishing sixth on American Idol's fifth season. Gretchen is most known for "Redneck Woman" but has had 5 top ten singles so far. Both are top selling artists and gorgeous gals! So here is my nod to these amazing women. Keep up the good work ladies!Crystal "Belle"http://www.blogger.com/profile/05800777746256075402noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3356480629259602584.post-58095617665783828082011-06-12T15:15:00.000-07:002011-06-12T15:15:51.258-07:00Attention Vampire Diaries Fans<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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He seems like a good 'ole boy with country character. Maybe that's why he has sold so many records! <br />
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Prints of my latest ink sketch will be made available soon.<br />
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Have I inked in your favorite yet?Crystal "Belle"http://www.blogger.com/profile/05800777746256075402noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3356480629259602584.post-70123448918744377232011-06-07T14:52:00.000-07:002011-06-07T14:54:50.937-07:00Permanent Sketch<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVQNdisph1ocIeam_v7Avn5pPJBhotuGeWdJThyahdkLNp3WR7dXW0YdvZwWun8yO8jNSWD3unBdWoYmYEz1mfJUMllaDsgV1OZPggsYlB9i_At9EaZfEtX4oczb_k-9NKO_mfEfT5TQw/s1600/mattKennon-1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVQNdisph1ocIeam_v7Avn5pPJBhotuGeWdJThyahdkLNp3WR7dXW0YdvZwWun8yO8jNSWD3unBdWoYmYEz1mfJUMllaDsgV1OZPggsYlB9i_At9EaZfEtX4oczb_k-9NKO_mfEfT5TQw/s320/mattKennon-1.JPG" width="248" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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My newest Country Artist to sketch is Matt Kennon. I like to know my subject to get more details, and you might be surprised to know that Matt is adopted at birth. To get this as dark as possible I experimented with permanent ink. I had several sizes in my hand and loved the way it turned out!<br />
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I'm not getting a tattoo of Tim McGraw, this is my latest sketch.<br />
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I wanted the contrast more severe, so I did the entire sketch with ink! No pencil lines and no smudging! The result was very crisp. What do you think?<br />
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Originally I wanted to complete a series of celebrity sketches in my sketch book and try to get them autographed, but this one was done on a separate sheet and will be made available in several sizes. Which do you think will be the most popular?Crystal "Belle"http://www.blogger.com/profile/05800777746256075402noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3356480629259602584.post-54212004285688521152011-05-27T09:44:00.000-07:002011-05-27T09:44:58.782-07:00New Advertising!I know I've mentioned <a href="http://www.vistaprint.com/">VistaPrint</a> before, but I really love this company! I was able to cash in on some frequent shopper deals and totally redesigned my advertising for <a href="http://artbybelle.com/">Artbybelle.com</a><br />
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But I was delighted to meet and retain the acquaintance of a very creative and posh bow maker here locally! She is like me, a mother and unable to curb her enthusiasm for creating unique accessories for her daughter, and other's daughters as well. Her passion has grown into a business, and I love the name! <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Princess-Elise-Bowtique/184090901628867">Princess Elise Bowtique</a>, can be found on facebook. Stop in and like her page. You'll be glad you did!<br />
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Once she reaches over 100 fans there will be a giveaway, and who doesn't love those!? Valued at $20 it is sure to be worthy of your time. Make yourself or your favorite little princess, weither new born diva or teenage drama queen, happy with one of her creations today, but as always, be sure to tell her belle sent you!<br />
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So let me know what you think. Would you be interested in a sketch charm? Your favorite art by Belle original or even a custom order. Turn your photo into a sketch AND a high quality Italian photo charm!<br />
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I can't wait to hear from all of you!Crystal "Belle"http://www.blogger.com/profile/05800777746256075402noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3356480629259602584.post-57854874378943518802011-04-07T10:23:00.000-07:002011-04-07T10:23:52.856-07:00New Spot in the same Locattion<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgubyzh-xsb8PrPsVg64pzDN5VTz5v0xi-F4ldZ8M8e0qXjpNZo69_LHBfYHq-JyJayoeteQCsNrj6i3HUPgycd0YxJkKTKd4VHRrKYsA629bCEoduZtFnpx63mAEa4gxntoUnrkgpqCGY/s1600/apr05+020.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgubyzh-xsb8PrPsVg64pzDN5VTz5v0xi-F4ldZ8M8e0qXjpNZo69_LHBfYHq-JyJayoeteQCsNrj6i3HUPgycd0YxJkKTKd4VHRrKYsA629bCEoduZtFnpx63mAEa4gxntoUnrkgpqCGY/s320/apr05+020.jpg" width="240" /></a></div> Come in to <a href="http://www.ourcozycottage.com/">Our Cozy Cottage</a> to see ArtByBelle.com sketch cards and limited edition photographic prints. Now to the left of the register!<br />
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This is a unique gift boutique that features items from women entrepreneurs and crafters. The store in located in Springfield, MO on South Campbell Ave in the Parkcrest Shopping Center behind Bair's Restaurant.<br />
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They have several gift items to choose from and items for all ages. I am very proud to be included in this elite group. With offerings from candles to monogrammed towels to gourmet diaper cakes and soup mixes, the possibilities are endless.<br />
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I have created new packaging to complete my display for the store. Stop in to shop from the stock or go to <a href="http://www.ourcozycottage.com/">Our Cozy Cottage Online Boutique</a> and have it shipped to your front door!<br />
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Did you know facebook has silent auctions? Well, I didn't! But I was happy to participate in this particular one since all the money goes to create treat boxes for our troops overseas. To get to the auction go to...<br />
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Click on a photo you like and write <b>your name</b> and <b>your highest bid</b> under it <b>in the comment box</b>, <u>YOU HAVE TO LIKE <i>Treatboxes For Troops</i> Page FIRST!!!</u> You can bid on as many items and as many times as you like until it closes on April 7th.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;">When the auction is over, if you are the winner you will be sent an invoice. Once paid the person that donated that item will be sent your info to mail it out to you. There are a lot of very talented ladies waiting to mail out your items, so share the auctions with your friends!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><ul><li><a href="http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=27913&id=134075476663520#%21/note.php?note_id=134125019991899">Complete Rules</a> for this auction</li>
<li><a href="http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=27913&id=134075476663520#%21/photo.php?fbid=134265919977809&set=a.134101016660966.27913.134075476663520&theater">My Donation</a> "Eternal Kiss" as seen above</li>
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A Musical slide with all the entries for the month of March. (Mine is first, so you can't miss it!!) <br />
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Angela Taylor,creator and editor of ACEO Online Magazine, created this video. I think you'll love it!Crystal "Belle"http://www.blogger.com/profile/05800777746256075402noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3356480629259602584.post-21077515959449858362011-03-22T14:39:00.000-07:002011-03-22T14:39:45.568-07:00My Latest PaintingOk, it's minitature! ACEO sized painting with metallic green, glitter and some free style inking.<br />
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I was inspired by crisp and tart green apples, peridot gems and curling ivy... <br />
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What made me even attempt this tiny painting? My online group, ACEO Online Magazine. We had a monthly challenge for March of "Green". I think I nailed it! LOL Now for the voting!!<br />
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Wish me luck!Crystal "Belle"http://www.blogger.com/profile/05800777746256075402noreply@blogger.com1