Why was the Weasinart unplugged?

For the last month, the Weasinart has been unplugged. It was never my intention to just stop blogging. I had just finished producing a show and time was tight. I had just postponed a big life change. And I was (and am) trying to prioritize my life. While all this was going on, it suddenly became summer with its new responsibilities and opportunities.

I am an artist and jeweler, additionally though...

I am a runner.

I am a gardener.

I am a partner.

Recently, I have been focusing on my running training. I have a very hilly 15k in just 10 days and have only been able to run for the last month. I have also planted two gardens and all the work associated with that task. I am also focusing on my relationship. My sweetie lights up my life and I want to be the best partner to him that I can be.

I am missing making things though. I may not make as much in the summer as I try to balance my creative zeal with the rest of my life. Baby steps. The Weasinart is plugged back in and new treats will start coming again soon.

Thank you all for your support and stay tuned.

Foodie Friday: Dalek Cupcakes

There is no better way to vanquish your mortal enemies than to recreate them in cupcake form and eat them.
The Doctor would do well to heed this advice.

These Daleks can't go up the stairs, just into my tummy.

Cupcakes seemed the ideal way to make a Dalek since they
are inherently Dalek-shaped.

The bodies consisted of one full-size cupcake, one trimmed-down
cupcake, and one mini-cupcake.

I "glued" them together with some frosting and frosted
them all the way around.

I used mint sticks for the eye stacks and weapons and
used M&Ms for the buttons for the "bumps." 

Masticate! Masticate!

TARDIS Thursday: This doorstop is bigger on the inside

Today's post is short, sweet, and freakin' awesome.

An awesome addition to my studio.

An ordinary brick, some craft paint, a foam brush, some tape,
and a marker are all you need.

Tape off the sign and windows and then draw in the panes and panels.

Simple but so much fun.
A quirky gift idea too!

WIP Wednesday: TARDIS Embroidery and Quilt Block Swap

Sometimes, you agree to things without paying much attention to what you are doing.
Earlier, this year I signed up for a quilt block swap. What I neglected to notice is that blocks had to be done shortly after the play...oy...
The fact that it took me three sewing machines to get them done was frustrating, but they are finished and will be in the a mail an entire day before the due date!
I have also started a project that I have wanted to make for quite a while. The TARDIS is a great shape to stitch and will make a cute little plushie when I am done :)

A slow start, but looking good.

The TARDIS pattern and blue floss.
It was tricky to pick the right shade. 

The blocks for my swap. The other quilters chose the
colors, I chose the fabric and pattern.

How Tuesday: Doctor Who Washi Tape

I am not a a girl who is super trendy...geeks rarely are. I was loving Doctor Who LONG before it was the greatest thing going. Granted, the current trendy bit makes it easier to get Whovian merchandise! One trend that I am intrigued by but have not yet embraced is washi tape. 

What better way to celebrate it than to combine it with one of my favorite things? 

Ready to adorn!!

My supplies: double-sided tape, Doctor Who comics (picked
up at my local thrift store for a song), brayer, and scissors.

Chose the images you love and place them FACEDOWN.

Place the tape over the sections that you want.
Roll with brayer to assure maximum stickage.

Cut along the tape to make strips.

Roll, enjoy, adorn to your (two) hearts content!

Metalwork Monday: Wibbly Wobbly Doctor Who Earrings

Okay, so it's out there. I am a geek of the highest order. 
I went to RIT (nerd central), I direct Shakespeare, I have my own Sonic Screwdriver.
True story.


This week is dedicated to my biggest nerd obsession: Doctor Who.
You're welcome.

I chose two types of washers, brass and copper. I also
chose two different fonts and two different
treatments.

After stamping, I painted alcohol ink onto "wibbly wobbly"
and liver of sulfur gel onto "timey wimey."

I used the dremel to sand of most of the ink and age the brass.
I brushed on the patina gel to make the copper look older.

Unfortunately, they don't go "ding" when there's stuff.

Sunday Funday: Getting back in the swing

Trying to become a regular blogger again has been a bit of a challenge. Given the absolutely gorgeous weather this weekend, we have spent the entire time outdoors, getting things done. Which means that I have done nothing to prepare for the coming week's blog.I also have made those pesky quilt blocks yet. Nothing has been made, much less photographed. 


Luckily, I did today's project just before the hiatus.


It is forecast call for rain tomorrow night, so I can buckle down and get things cranking again!

Bought these awesome bird patterns from So September.
LOVe Corrine's work!! Also, kind of in love with the colors that I chose.
And, yes, I am stitching on a fabric napkin that I picked up at Goodwill
for $.25. 

The finished trio on my inspiration wall. 

It's a lil bit fuzzy, but you get the idea!