December greetings

Holiday 'tree' loaded with hand-made ornaments

new dragonfly jar from Carol Adams

owl ornament by new member Judith Ashley

scarf/shawl from Judith Ashley

new member Michelle Irwin: photo collage

photo collage boxes from Michelle Irwin

bee baby ornament from new member Tania Prosser

Judith Ashley's walnut shell baby [ornament]

Judith Ashley's felted bag

Al Shanto has returned with intriguing new ceramics

new from Darlene Barr: quilted paintings

another quilted painting from Darlene Barr

November 2012

Artist of the Month Edith Nelson's original design hand knits. 

Artist of the Month Martha Cant raises sheep, dyes and spins their wool, and then weaves it.

October

Our newest member, Jennifer Tatum, photo transfers on canvas.

Artists of the Month: Angel Fiorito-Leddy,                   and Carol Covey.

 Selections from our consignment members.

September 2012

Our newest member:

The Soap Cauldron, presents

eight special fragrances,

including holiday scents:

Dark Chocolate Peppermint,

and Gravenstein Apple Clove!

Carol Sklar: rhyolite pi necklace and

earrings,

Vera VanSchaick: lidded pot,

Linda Cannefax: black and gold metallic scarf,

Judy Fisher: hand woven journal cover,

Carol Covey: hand painted flower portrait,

Annie Murphy Spriner: Bodega Landmarks watercolor,

Angel Fiorito-Leddy: sheepskin slippers [not shown]

Fall hues: Edie Nelson: child's sweater and hat, Martha Cant: fibers for felting and spinning, Randy Snyder: raku pot, Libby Kirk fused glass dish.

Artists of the Month:

Ina Stess:

hand woven originals and appliqued denim

Nancy Schwarz: bird collages

August

Nancy Schwarz collage, Vera Van Schaick mug, Judy Fisher wine gift sleeve, Edith Nelson child's sweater, Annie Murphy Springer seascape card, Carol Covey flower card.

Carol Sklar macrame jewelry, Ina Stess woven pocketbook, Martha Cant hand dyed-hand spun-woven scarf, Libby Kirk 2 piece glass votive holder.

Artists of the month:

Randy Snyder raku pottery

Linda Cannefax hand weaving.

July 2012

July first Saturday demo: Judy Fisher shows how to make a lavender wand.
Judy Fisher weaver presents art weight, journals, jacket, silk scarf,

and lavender from her garden.

Libby Kirk presents fused glass plates, votive holders, night lights.

Libby also makes earrings and necklace pendants.

felting fibers from Martha Cant. blue bowl by Vera Van Schaick, raku vase by Randy Snyder,

watercolor flower card by Carol Covey, watercolor leaves card by Darlene Barr, watercolor watercolor card set by Annie Murphy Springer, blue sweater by Edie Nelson,

bird collage by Nancy Schwarz

Stars & Stripes necklace and earrings by Carol Sklar, pocket book by Ina Stess,

blue ribbon scarf by Linda Cannefax.

June

Annie Springer watercolors
Carol Sklar

fiber jewelry
Blanca Harnwell:

TinBabyTin figures

assembled from antiques:

tins, dolls, and kitchen utensils.

Jane Kelly wood burned spoons
Newest member Nancy Schwarz creates bird collage using old maps.
New member Jane Kelly makes fanciful mosaics [and woodburned wooden spoons]

New member Andrea Pellicani's

reclaimed silver jewelry

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Spring is here! Our garden trough overflows with pansies and penstemon. Holstein cows dot the green hills. Drive out to Bodega. It's gorgeous!

Our artists of the month for May are Ina Stess and Vera Van Schaick. Ina makes jewelry, weaves fabric for garments, and knits the most adorable "cupcake" hats for infants.

Vera is a potter who works out of her studio off Joy Road. She throws cups, bowls, and constructs casseroles and tea pots. She often includes images of wildlife with the glaze.

Shades of green blend in our group display.

April, 2012

We're into spring colors this month. Our group display features shades of pink and purple. Stop by and visit to see what's new.

Our artists of the month are Angel Fiorito-Leddy and Martha Cant.

Angel offers hand-crafted boots, slippers, and sandals in a full range of sizes. She also fashions custom boots at special order to fit your feet.

Martha, who raises sheep in Freestone, produces beautiful yarns and hand-woven fashion and home accessories : scarves, table runners, and wall-hangings.

March, 2012

This month we celebrate Saint Patrick's Day green in our group display. Notice our selection of beautiful yarns! We have local wool as well as bamboo, alpaca, washable wool, and mohair in many delicious colors.

Our featured artists this month are Carol Covey and Edie Nelson.

Carol paints beautiful botanical style watercolors. She offers original cards as well as paintings in many formats. Edie designs and knits gorgeous sweaters and other fashion accessories. Come see!

Annie Murphy Springer presents

- back by popular demand -

Watercolor for Guys

Two Saturdays

March 17 and 24, 2012

10:00 am to 3:30 pm

In Sebastopol, Ca.

Day One will be indoors, and Day Two will be pleine air (weather permitting) painting the beautiful yellow mustard fields and valley oaks.

Join other guys for a 2 day painting adventure in west Sonoma County

Participants will have an opportunity to:

• Learn and practice classic painting principles- (color, perspective, composition, brush control, etc.)
• Experiment with traditional and unusual painting surfaces
• Try innovative techniques as well as traditional ones
• Receive individual tutoring in a relaxed, comfortable group setting
• Experience the pleasures and perils of painting outdoors!

Those new to watercolor painting will get a “jump start,” and experienced artists will get a fresh start and new direction!

Only $99 for 11 hours of instruction

Annie brings most materials you will need.

To reserve a spot in the class, call Annie at 707.876.3211 and mail the attached registration form---------space is limit

Upon registration, you will receive exact directions to the day one site.

Space is limited--Reserve your spot now!About Annie Murphy Springer

Annie is a well-known watercolor painter, renowned for her innovative use of

color and creative approaches to painting.

She has been a Fire Chief, a Consultant in Management and Organizational

Development, and a master Trainer/Facilitator for emergency response and

public safety organizations and individuals across the nation.

She has also trained personnel in banks, hospitals, wineries, public agencies and

many small businesses over the past 35 years.

Annie, noted for her energetic and high-impact delivery style, easily establishes

credibility and rapport with the diverse “guy groups” she teaches.

To learn more about Annie, see examples of her work, visit::

www.anniemurphyspringer.com

While on annie’s web site, check out “annie on PBS” to see 7 short lessons

and get hints of what you might learn in this workshop!

or email Annie at:

anniems@sonic.net

or call her at: 707.876.3211.

Please complete this registration form, and mail with a check or money order, to

reserve your space.

Watercolor for Guys – Two saturdays, March 17 and 24, 2012 Sebastopol, Ca.

Name: _____________________________ email: ______________________

Address: ___________________________ Day Phone: __________________

City, Zip: ___________________________ Eve. Or CELL: ____________

Enclose a check or money order for:

$99 – 2 day Workshop Fee

Mail to: Annie Murphy Springer

POB 139

Bodega, CA 94922-0139

February

Randy Snyder's raku pottery
Darlene Barr's quilted painting, table runner
painting by Annie Murphy Springer, painted card by Carol Covey,

knotted necklace and earring set by Carol Sklar
Red fibers and yarn, Marcella's rug, left scarf by Judy Fisher, glass heart pins from Libby Kirk, purse by Ina Stess, right scarf by Linda Cannefax, sheepskin boots from Windwalkers, red heart sweater by Edie Nelson.