Hello Dear Art Lover
Have You Ever Seen Those Chestnuts?
All kidding aside...I'd love to know if you have done it. If not that, then what is one Christmas tradition that you follow? Saying it's going to be different is the understatement of the year. This year, no matter what tradition you celebrate, it's probably going to be the one you remember for a very long time.
But no matter what, I'm still making and baking. Since we have a professional baker in the family...Joanna, and a chef, Vlad, we always have a tasty feast as I'm sure you have also. One of my favourite things to make is tourtière. My Mom used to make it every Christmas eve. I love it with homemade chilli sauce, which I might be lucky to get from my sister Ellen. She makes the best you've ever tasted!
For my craft this year, I made an accordion journal for my graphic novelist grandson Fox. He comes home from school every day and starts drawing and writing the captions. A new story every day. It's super easy to make one for yourself or your aspiring author.
You fold a long piece of paper back and forth into an accordion. If you need a longer piece of paper, just tape some pages together and fold until you have it the size you want. Super easy.
Since our Gifts For The Soul market is not happening this year. I'd like to showcase two creatives who have been in previous shows. Contact them directly for some beautiful gifts.
1. Beverly Allen makes gorgeous 100% silk scarves uniquely designed using dyes she lovingly extracts from local plants. Each is a treasure that is good for the planet and good for you. Approx 22" X 72", hand washable. Shipping is included. Contact her at BeverlyAllenArtist.com.
2. Lorrie King has been in several shows with her stunning pottery. Made of porcelain and stoneware, her pieces are functional and beautiful. Perfect for everyday use. Contact her on Instagram @lorriekingpottery.
The COASTER GIVEAWAY winner this week is Steve. Congratulations Steve, I'll send a set of coasters your way this week. Next week will be the last giveaway of the year. If you know someone who would like to receive my newsletter and be in the running for a giveaway , refer them to my website where they can sign up. www.gailwilliamsartist.com
If you've ever thought that you would like to give a gift of my art, I do gift certificates.
Til next week,
YOUR HOME YOUR STYLE MY ART
ROCK ON,
Gail
