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Glamor Puss: Flapper Love Tutorial

2012-01-20T06:00:00.000-08:00

Hello Bebe Cakes! Do you love getting dolled up to go out? Me too-- especially when there is an opportunity to experiment with a dramatic look.

I don't feel oppressed by make up, in fact it's quite the opposite. My body is a canvas and make up allows me to project what I feel onto my skin! Being a chameleon--that's the dream. Style isn't knowing what's hip and what's not--style is being brave and bold enough to do whatever makes you feel beautiful.

One of my favorite looks is the Silent Film Goddess -- she's a gin drinking-cigarette eating-one-woman-dance-party-flapper on the go GO!

In today's Glamour Puss segment I'm going to teach you how to achieve the Flapper look!

Skin:Start with an all over foundation--matte skin was very popular. If you're not into cream foundations, a little dusting of loose powder will help set your make up.

Brows:The 20's shape was long and willowy. Use a fine brush or pencil to darken and extend the eyebrows. Don't be afraid!

Lids:Use a dark shade: a charcoal, plum or velvety brown and cover the entire lid, blending with a soft brush. You can modernize the look by using a shimmery shadow.

Then with a kohl colored liner, draw along the top lid, your water line and under the eye. Finish with mascara. I chose to add a false lash for a more cinematic touch.

Cheeks:Using a bright blush with a fluffy brush just on the apples of your cheeks!

Lips:Dark cherub-bow lips were very vogue. Use a dark plumy lipstick to accentuate your kisser --or for a more exotic look, line the lips with black liner and gloss with a red lip shimmer. You can experiment with redrawing your lipshape as well....try it...you'll like it!

To really achieve the total flapper flair, try your hand at a finger wave! Check out this video tutorial.

Where are you finding your style inspiration, kittens? Share with us in the comments!

Thank You Note: Mr. Milo Guy

2012-01-19T06:00:00.000-08:00

Dear Mr. Milo Guy,
You are fat and lazy and utterly wonderful.
Thank you for reminding me it's okay to
cool the fuck out--
curl up,
and watch Bob Ross in my slippers on a Saturday night.

Love and Whisker Kisses xoxo
Your Lady,
Molly

GirlZilla: Destroyer Diary

2012-01-17T15:54:00.000-08:00

Hello Ladybugs! I wanted to show you what I've been away working on. We're gearing up for our very first gallery night: scrubbing the studio, fliers flying and paintings exploding all over!

For this exhibition, I wanted to experiement. The goal was to recreate this journal entry on a large scale. I'm being called to my journal more and more and wanted to translate some of that manic process oriented spree into my painting. Here are the results!

I began with a bunch of boxes I scavenged from the dumpster behind the museum. After a generous coat of gesso, the city was sketched in...

I always default into this stuffy super serious figure drawing mode and it just wasn't working. Still after days of drawing and redrawing, the face was all scrunchy and wrong...so I scrubbed it out -->

While frustrated with the yuckiness I had achieved, I joked about just making the head GIGANTIC.

And then decided that's how I would solve the problem. :)

GirlZilla!

Outfitted with a found cardboard bow and war paint to compliment her rainbow laser-vision, she was ready to crush the rest of the cartoon city. But even with the additions, it wasn't jiving...it didn't have the collage-y vibrations I was going for. It was time for DRASTIC MEASURES!

So I pulled out the big guns: Spray paint, stencils, chalk, markers, oil pastel and GLITTER! I learned so much about my materials making this painting: what sticks to what, what resists what, what mixes with what. And that stars make everything better...

Add a little leopard print eyeliner and GirlZilla is ready for Gallery Night!

What have you been making, Muffins?

"Edge" by Sylvia

2012-01-12T14:18:00.000-08:00

Hello muffins! It's been a terrifically busy week at HerSpeak Headquarters, but I wanted to pop in with a tidbit of inspiration to jucify the last bit of the work week. I've been reading The Bell Jar and am enamored with Miss Plath. I wanted to share this short video clip of "Edge" as read by Helen Demetriou. Enjoy!

What's switching you on, kittens?

Love is Leaky: A Studio Romance

2012-01-04T20:32:00.000-08:00

Hello schweethearts! Have you ever loved something no one else loves? Ever been head-over-heals for something your friends thought was a heart-burn inducing shitwreck?

My studio is hideous. And I love it.

I've just moved into my very first studio--a space I am fortunate enough to share with fellow artist friends and band mates. Its a drywall cave housed in an dank old tannery. It's caked with brownish dust, fluorescent lights sputter the way they do in a truck-stop bathroom, it's never more than 40 degrees and the paint is just barely clinging to life.

Oh, and it leaks.

Getting our space ready for our first show!

...and it's perfect.

Our very own Doom Factory! Our private mansion for mayhem! We Play as loud as we want. Paint as late as we want. Drink scuzzy beers out of the tiny fridge box till we're fuzzy and most importantly:

Show our work to the public.

As soon as the white envelope that held the shining keys was slid under the flimsy door I heard a fluttering sound--

the sound of a need for snide gallery owners and bar promoters flying away.

No more waiting for weeks to receive a phone call from an apathetic bartender that mispronounces your name. No more crossing our fingers until they're bruised, hoping our work will be accepted by the clique.

It reminds me a bit of "Saw" at the moment...

We're gearing up for our very first exhibition in our new Headquarters January 20th. The evenings festivities include painters, photographers, ugly cupcakes and a poetry slam.

We have a creative castle! And I don't care what anyone says--mildew or not--I've got the over-the-rainbow-flaming-unicorn-hots for her.

She is beautiful. :)

Glamor Puss!

2012-01-03T06:00:00.000-08:00

Hello Bon bons! I'm excited to bring you a new piece on HerSpeak. For those of you who know me in the third-dimension you know that when I am not Art-ing and pillaging the city, I am planning parties and rouging my knees. I find so much inspiration in fashion and night-flights and want to share it with you! With that, I bring you Glamor Puss: a segment that celebrates the silly, the saucy and the snazzy.

This weeks minxy morsel is a bit of mixology. This drink is sweet, unexpectedly savory and simple to make! I haven't named this cocktail yet:

*Muddle a spring fresh rosemary at the bottom of the glass
*Fill the glass with ice and a few slices of cucumber
*Add a shot...or two...of Bombay Sapphire Gin
*Top off with lemonade

I ask you, dear readers--What should we call this drink? Leave your ideas in the comments!

What spirits are tickling your fancy?

Stuff That's Totally Doin' It For Me Right Now

2012-01-02T06:00:00.000-08:00

Hello Cherry bombs! With the post-holiday-mushroom-cloud beginning to clear-- and most of the candy destroyed, this weeks round up is a much needed moment of sanity and little miracles. On to stuff that's totally doin' it for me right now!

First up, let's here it for the SUN! WOO SUN! Those beams streaming through my bedroom window are so welcome.

Contributing to the weeks Cute Factor is this book a co-worker lent me: Yum Yum Bento Box. It's full of glossy pictures of elaborate bento lunches. So creative and colorful it ALMOST makes me want to cook. Almost. The pink rice sheep are too precious to eat.

Next, we have an enlightening article my sweetheart sister shared with me: 12 Things Happy People Do Differently. Optimists are not naive...we are productive. :)

And finally, New Years Day enjoying the first snow fall of the season at my parents house. It was an excellently lazy day: hot buttered rum, fireplace glowing and 12 hours of The Twighlight Zone with all of us stuffed onto the same sofa. Perfection. :)

What's totally doin' it for you right now, my sweets? Happy New Year!

Vlog: Whisper Show-and-Tell

2012-01-01T06:00:00.000-08:00

Hello daisy-faces! Do you have a treasure box? A place where you hide away little shiny bits and letters that have been folded and re-folded? I've blogged about it previously, and in an attempt to make more whisper videos, today's post is a whisper show-and-tell of the bobbles and trinkets I have stashed away.

I think the reason I enjoy whisper videos as much as I do is that calming, tingly sensation you achieve--much like the feeling you had being read to as a child. Going to the library to hear our librarian tell us a story was easily my favorite part of school. It becomes meditative, you are absorbed in it. Even the swishing sound of fingers touching paper and the page turning has a comforting effect. I included several ASMR inducing sounds in this clip as well. (Find out about ASMR here.)

I apologize for the abrupt ending--the new video YouTube editor is far less friendly than it used to be. I hope you enjoy it!

What treasures to you love?

Pancake Makeup and The Professional Path

2011-12-30T15:20:00.000-08:00

Hello Muffins! I came across an interesting article in the New Yorker I wanted to share with you.

A study paid for by Procter and Gamble (manufacturers of CoverGirl) concludes that women who wear make up--the right kind of make up--are perceived to be more competent, powerful and professionally successful.

As a woman who wears make up (kitty cat eyes everyday day...cause I'm a rock star drag queen) I have conflicting feelings about the findings. Do I wear make up for me? Or do I wear it for others?

Beauty Queen creator Bobbie Brown comments on the ritual of wearing make up and the study saying “We are able to transform ourselves, not only how we are perceived, but how we feel..."

What are your thoughts?

WE CAN MAKE IT.

2011-12-29T15:40:00.000-08:00

nail it
post it
sculpt it
bind it
glue it
film it
write it
bake it
wear it
draw it
fold it
sing it
tie it
catch it
sketch it
build it
weld it
sand it
hang it
mail it
make it.

Book Love: Home Rockanomics

2011-12-28T15:51:00.000-08:00

You should read this book because:

1) It has 54 projects that cost practically nothing. Really--half of them are garbage.

2) It's pink.

3) The variety of projects it proposes are impressive: sewing, crafting, arting, and cooking. I can't decide which are my favorites: the vegan bike tire belt, the handmade wall paper or the x-ray lampshades.

4) There are ACTUAL instructions, not a collection of perfectly primped pictures of projects no one with a day job could actually recreate.

5) The lady who wrote it, Heidi Minx, created Built on Respect--a non profit group dedicated to raising human rights awareness.

My only qualms with this book is that some of the projects are a little obvious (make patches out of fabric and safety pins...) and some of photographs are difficult to see-- the zine aesthetic is fun and entertaining, it kind of zaps the eyeballs. Despite these minor details, it's a marvelous resource.

What are you reading, my dears?

She's Lurking: No Bait or Bullets

2011-12-21T06:00:00.000-08:00

It's around the corner,
Lurking... Where you least suspect it.
Always sneaking--
That Beastie:
the Chance to do something electrifying and cunning.
Build something exquisite.
To snatch it up, sculpt it and skillfully execute
the sparkler-waving, distilled watermelon snowstorm of Potential.

That creature, that chance, that moment see's you.
She Always sees you.
She's not hard to catch--
She requires no special bait or bullets.
No elaborate snares or sales pitch.

The real trickery is in seeing her first.

*Miss Marney Pants as "the Chance".

Stuff That's Totally Doin' It For Me Right Now

2011-12-19T06:00:00.000-08:00

Hello Puddings!* It's time for our semi-weekly meditation on all the things that bringing in major joy points: Stuff that's totally doin' it for me right now.

First up, enjoying a steamy cuppa after waking up to our first snow!

Next, my new hair do! I wasn't feeling like myself for quite a while and I am loving this silly new platinum swoopy-doo. Looks like soft serve ice cream.

Then, a pintrest board I've been feathering--full of wintry inspiration: swirly snowflakes and frosty foxes.

Source: ohpioneer.com via Molly on Pinterest

A glorious double chocolate cupcake I destroyed with my beau.

What's totally doin' it for you right now?

F*ck It. Do it: Nights Like Last Night

2011-12-18T08:24:00.000-08:00

Hello Sweet Peas! This week was AMAZING. Our exhibition, Kitschmas was a smashing success: the art was excellent, the fashion show was to die for and The Famous Graves slathered it on with a set of schmaltzy dance tunes. It was an intense few weeks and a non-stop go-go-gadget day. But We Survived!!

When you're working on your heART projects, there is always a point of max saturation--a zone you set into while lying in bed mumbling, it's too much, it's too big, I can't do it, WHY do I do this??

Hot prickly moments when you're sure you will punch through walls and take bites out of buildings.

Weird lonely moments when you look around and realize you're not sure where you are.

My best gal pal and collective conspirator, Kelly and I hanging work.

And then nights like last night happen.

Nights where you are surrounded by the people who are passionate about everything they do, insanely talented wunderkind who have to be aliens because there is no other explanation for their awesomeness.

Weeks of work slip by smoothly in a few hours and you can't believe it's over--everything explodes in perfect harmony and you stand back to say, "Holy shit. We made that."

I want to take this time to tell you that if you are scared of a project--
If you feel too small to make it--
or unsure of your skills--

Fuck it. Do it.

Fear and excitement are strangely similar. :)

For now, I'm off to my Girl Cave to recover--my apartment in dire need of attention, writing to write and coffee to sip. Plotting plots and scheming schemes...

Wishing each of you much Love, Paint and Rock'n'Roll!

Swizzle Fashion Show Sneak Peeks!

2011-12-14T08:39:00.000-08:00

Hello Cherrubs! I apologize for the light posting week--I'm in the final days of putting together an exhibition and fashion show: Kitschmas! I've been buzzing between studios, rehearsals and shopping trips that are more like a scavanger hunts. (Never imagined half a dozen pairs of seamed stockings would be so difficult to score!)

Here are a few sneaky peeps of the fashion show my mum and I are working on! "Swizzle: A vintage cocktail inspired runway showcase"!

The event poster, designed by my lovely and talented friend Kelly.

Custom bubble jewelry!

This is exactly what it looks like--making giant limes. :}

A peep at the beginnings of the "Dirty Martini"

Fat Mew, skulking around the studio.

Vintage pumps and berry colored brocade!

Stuffed strawberry soon to adorn a pink sorbet muff!

I can't wait to post pictures of the show--Wish us luck!

Video: Resume Crash Course

2011-12-11T06:00:00.000-08:00

Hello motorbabies! Do you have one? A resume that'll knock the socks off your future boss? Don't think you need one? Think again! A fine tuned resume will help you rock your way to where you want to be. Don't know where to start? In this video I discuss 12 specific tips to help you develop your resume.

HerSpeak's Quick and Dirty Crash Course on Resume Construction!

1: Make your resume fit on one page

2: Start with ALL of your contact information.

3: Start with your most recent experience and work backwards.

3: Only include pertinent information--you have one page to make an impression.

4: Tailor your information for each resume you write.

5: Provide references right away. Include them on a separate page.

6: Personalize it! What do you look like on paper?

7: Don’t use silly font. You are not a lemonade stand--Don’t do it!

8: Include a list of your skill sets.

9: Include an objective statement.

10: If you can, deliver your resume in person.

11: Have more than one resume. That way when opportunity knocks you can whip out the appropriate resume like a ninja and get it out! Time is of the essence.

12: Constantly Revise your resume.

What tips do you have to share?

Virgin a Day: 10

2011-12-10T06:00:00.000-08:00

Hello Violets! Today's virgin is a mixed media painting I made a few years ago: spatters of ink and candy wrapper bits. From the very beginning I have always loved her image--especially the fleshy fragrant roses that rested upon her head or near her heart...

"Oh Immaculate heart of Mary,
full of Goodness--
show your Love towards us.
Let the flame of you Heart,
Oh Mary, Descend on all people."

Join the pilgrimage here. <3

Virgin a Day: 9

2011-12-09T06:00:00.001-08:00

Hello Starlings! Today's Virgin is a digital collage I created for a goddess journal--the blending of Mary and Isis. May her holy hypnotic rainbow magic be housed in your heart today. <3

"Dear Goddess, You fiercely tender, hauntingly reassuring, orgiastically sacred feeling that is even now running through all of our soft, warm animal bodies:

I pray that you provide everyone out there with a license to bend and even break all rules, laws and traditions that keep them apart from the things they love.

Show them how to purge the wishy-washy wishes that distract them from their daring, dramatic, divine desires.And teach them that they can have anything they want if they'll only ask for it in an unselfish way."
--Incredible Prayer by Rob Brezsny Join the pilgrimage here.

Dream Journal: Violet Diamond Water

2011-12-09T06:00:00.000-08:00

Hello Damselflies! I can tell the moon is growing, because my dreams are becoming more and more bewitching and vibrant--lavish creamy colors and details I remember days after...

"A few nights later, I was a mermaid--Serpentine and glistening. Long tendrils of hair suspended in the shallow water. The sand below was studded with jewels--I touched each one with my fingers, occasionally scooping them up by the sparkling handful. I was quick and free--my purple scales flashing. I could make out the wobbling orb of the moon from beneath the waves. I had never been happier."

Where have you been wandering?

Virgin a Day: 8

2011-12-08T06:00:00.001-08:00

Good morning Creampuffs! I apologize to those of you have seen this image before. This particular Virgin is a watercolor I started for an artists book. She will eventually be cut into pieces and sewn together as a quilt with images of other modern goddesses and mothers of Earth.
"Like most people in modern culture, my first experience with the goddess unbeknownst to me, was with Mary...I met her with I was seventeen in Mexico in the purple velvet, candle lit churches of Sinaloa. The Sensuality and warmth of those rooms greatly comforted me."

--From Carolyn McVickar Edwards' book The Storyteller's Goddess: Tales of The Goddess and Her Wisdom from Around The World.

Join the pilgrimage here. Many Blessings! <3

HerSpeak's Accidental Poetry Slam

2011-12-08T06:00:00.000-08:00

Hello Rosehips! While scanning the scribbles of my journal I came upon an unintentional poem I made while writing a note to myself:

You have a plan-- It's okay if you're afraid.
Don't wallow in DOOM that hasn't bloomed yet--
The world isn't evil
Just some of the people in it.

But you don't have to answer--
Their shitty sour whims and catcalls.

You will not drown at the bottom of the tank
a Penniless
Friendless
Raisin of a person.

You believe it when you say,
You believe in the "Sea of Possibilities"
Because you know it's True-- You've seen it.
You answer to and Bull Ride a
Kinder,
Gentler
Vibration.

<3

Virgin a Day: Lady Light: HerSpeak Guided Meditation

2011-12-07T06:00:00.000-08:00

Hello My Pretty Ponies! Today's post is a combo--a potpourri if you will-- of projects I find inspiring. This is my first attempt at recording an original guided meditation. I hope you enjoy it. :)

Virgin a Day: 6

2011-12-06T06:00:00.000-08:00

Today's Virgin is a digital collage from my art journal. Join the party here. May all your dreams come true today!

Virgin a Day: 5

2011-12-05T06:00:00.000-08:00

"Love is on The Way"

Good morning, muffins. Today's virgin is a shrine crafted from a mini Altoid tin. You can see more of my tin shrines here. Feeling inspired? Join the party here. Wishing you all radiant love today! <3

Virgin a Day: 4

2011-12-04T06:00:00.000-08:00

Today's Virgin is a photo I took a few years back. My mother and grandmother are tucked into this photograph as well. :) Join the party here! Wishing you all much Light. <3

How To Be Alone: Video Poem

2011-12-03T11:41:00.000-08:00

Hello fireflies! I came across this video through a friend and after watching I was inspired-- It filled me up.

This is some beautiful Truth. I wanted to share it with you:

Wishing you many moments of bliss and open spaces--quiet thoughts and savored solitude. :)

Virgin a Day: 3

2011-12-03T06:00:00.000-08:00

This morning's Mary is a collage from my art journal. Join the party here. :)
Wishing you much Joy!

Nose Candy: Paint Diary

2011-12-02T06:00:00.000-08:00

Hello Kittens! There's gold leaf on the ceiling and green acrylic on my sweater-- getting new pieces ready for "Kitschmas" a group invitational exhibition we're hosting in a few weeks. The theme for this show is Kitsch: the gaudy, the gross and giggle inducing. It's been liberating being able to really experiment and get silly. Here is the progress of my totally tasteless contribution:

My process always starts with a photograph.

Next, I start "carving" out the figure with broad strokes--most of the under-painting is still exposed. The patterns really needed to pop--I'm finding myself being inspired by fashion magazine spreads and obnoxious dubstep remixes. It could be weirder. So, I pushed it further--

One gold-leaf unicorn horn and a snort of silver glitter later, I came to this. It got gross...and I'm pleased. I've never made a painting quite like this: it's tighter, smaller and stranger than anything I've made in recent history. I'm excited to see where the tacky train takes me. :}

Virgin a Day: 1 & 2

2011-12-01T20:55:00.000-08:00

Hello bunnies! While visiting my friend at Lisa at Priti Studio, I found out about this magical blog party that's happening and couldn't resist. Our lovely hostess, Rebecca Brooks of Corazon invites us to post an image of Mary every morning until her feast day, December 12th! Here are my contributions for the 1st and 2nd:

A video shrine I made of my sacred space:

A quick collage from my art journal:

This party is not about a specific religion or religion at all, but about sharing beauty, kindness and the deeply fascinating peace of the Mother. You are all invited! <3

Destroyer Day Dream: Art Journal Entry

2011-11-30T06:00:00.000-08:00

Hello cherry bombs! Went the the journal today with day dreams of wasting the city with rainbow laser vision and white lighting. I'm going to ride around on a big black raincloud fulla sour candy--smash up some parking meters and swing around on bridges. A new painting perhaps?

What are your fancies today?

Stuff That's Totally Doin' It For Me Right Now

2011-11-28T06:00:00.000-08:00

Hullo Lemon Drops! It's been a big week at HerSpeak Headquarters: putting together an exhibition, moving into a new studio space and adjusting to a new job. In this segment, I like to take a few moments to meditate on and share the little things--the perfect things-- that are totally doin' it for me right now.

A cuppa hot cocoa with my brother and beau at my favorite french cafe.

A bouquet of roses and orchids left over from a wedding at the museum that have a new home on my breakfast table. I love my job!

This song has been swooping about in my head like a swallow. The video is as hypnotizing as the tune. I'll be wallpapering my bedroom with maps. :)

A silly sparkle-tip manicure was my DIY mid-week pamper moment. So easy--try it!

These lush and luminous photographs by Manjari Sharma. At first glance, I though these were paintings--they are actually elaborate staged photographs. Enchanting!

What's doin' it for you right now?

MINX MIX TAPE: Volume #12

2011-11-27T06:00:00.000-08:00

Welcome to Minx Mix Tape --a digital dance party devoted to celebrating women making awesome musical contributions. Let's get to the tape!

We'll start off with a solid rock track from Girl in a Coma. The band is made up of three sisters from San Antonio Texas. They just released a record this fall on Joan Jett's label--check them out!

Next we have the stipped down and straightforward stylings of Candian indie outfit Magneta Lane. These ladies have a record due in early 2012. Can't wait!

I saved my VERY favorite for last! Listening to Iwrestledabearonce is like being covered in rainbow sprinkles and then smothered to death by fire ants. METAL.

What are you listening to? Got a song you want to add to the tape? Leave a link in the comments!

DIY Dream Flags

2011-11-25T06:00:00.000-08:00

Hello Rosehips! This is the story of a bag of rags that met a fairy-godcrafter and became a string of dream flags:

A big bag of shimmery scraps--a gift from my Mum.

Snip snip here, snip snip there--

A few soft crescent moons in acrylic...

Stitch it up with silvery thread--

I hung the beauteous shimmery flags above my bed.
Perhaps I'll cover the whole ceiling?
I enjoy the way they flutter when you walk through the room.

I just love happy endings. :}

What kind of magic have you been making?

Video Blog: Setting Up Your Own Shows

2011-11-23T06:00:00.000-08:00

Hello crumpets! Today we're talking DIY Show Set Up: useful tidbits for makers of all kinds on how to get your work up and out in the world. :)

It was a glorious day--that moment I realized that I didn't have to wait to be allowed into a secret society to have my artwork on display or play music for a crowd. That day my friends and I decided we were going to take our own making-destiny by the horns and do it our way! The journey has been amazing--it gets better every time and we learn more with each try.

What have your experiences been? Any advice you'd like to share with the class? Questions? Ask away!

Handmade Holiday: How To Novel Wreathe

2011-11-22T15:41:00.000-08:00

Hello Pumpkins! To get myself in the mood for handmade holiday mischeif, I decided to spruce up the apartment with a paper wreathe for the front door. It's 100% upcycled, 100% free, 100% adorable and 100% easy-peasy to make! Watch:

You will need: Cardboard, scissors, an old book and hot glue

Start with a piece of cardboard you can cut into a ring, or any shape you like. Mine is cut from an old pizza box.

Find a paper back or an old book--I found this one in my laundry room. Cut out the pages and begin rolling cones of varying sizes. (The cover of this book will be recycled in another project!)

Start hot gluing the cones onto your cardboard ring. Make sure you're tucking them close together so none of the cardboard is peeking out. Experiment with different lengths and widths of cones to get the effect you desire. :)

Once you've filled the ring, finish it off with some text (construction paper) or a bow and deck your front door to drive your neighbors wicked jealous of the crafty bad-ass who lives there.

What are your handmade holiday plans?

My Home Away From Home in My Home

2011-11-20T15:02:00.000-08:00

Hello BonBons! My fort project has evolved! It is now a room-sized boho inspired installation that takes up my entire parlor. It's a smaller house inside of our existing house--a tented living room or sorts. We've been enjoying it thoroughly: having dinner picnics, morning coffee, cat naps and slumber parties in it all week long:

When I wake up, I want color all around me.

Coffee for two is best in a tent.

Milo and I enjoy the sun spilling in--

Let's curl up for a few late morning winks.

Milo chose the sheepskin for his snooze.

Piping-hot afternoon tea for three.

My parlor is now a palace for gypsy-queen-kittens on the prowl.

What are your creature comforts today?

Inspiration! Fashion is: Art Every Day

2011-11-19T06:00:00.000-08:00

Hello duckies! This knocked my giggle socks off and I HAVE to share it with you. Watch and fall in love:

I'm scampering to my closet right now in search of something smothered with sequins! Better yet, I'll be dusting off some of the dapper hats that have fallen to the back. Do you have a signature look? How will you play today?

Find more of these goodies at www.advancedstyle.blogspot.com

Vesta: Top 5 Tips for Home MAKING

2011-11-17T06:00:00.000-08:00

Vesta is the Pioneer Domestic Goddess: the Roman deity of hearth and home. As the patron of creature comforts she is the warm gooey center of our havens. With the weather growing colder and the days dimming earlier it's the perfect time to give our dens and heartspace little boost by connecting with Vesta.

I am no June Cleaver--I'm known to serve guests take out while sitting on the floor and leaving my laundry strewn about for the world to see. Homemaking-manual-magazines make my eyes roll. However, there is a gentle pride and comfort that comes with creating a welcoming crib. Here are a few tips to get you in touch with your divine homemaker:

Scrub Scrub Here: If you're distracted or anxious in your roost, put on your favorite tunes and pull out the feather duster. Stir up the staleness, breathe life back into your space! Your home is your sanctuary. Caring for your home is a way to nurture yourself--it's sacred work.

Hostess with The Mostest: Parties don't have to be elaborate affairs to be fun. Invite your neighbors over for tea and cookies, have a hot dish party on a week night. All parties require are a few friends and a place to meet. A little casual connection time in your home goes a long way: you and your friends will be glad you did.

Light a fire: If you are fortunate enough to have an actual fireplace in your home, put some wood on! Snuggle up with a friend, a cat or a good book. I love falling asleep to the crackling of my fireplace DVD. :}

Home MAKER: Make something that makes you happy--a box cake with blue frosting, a recycled wreathe for the door, a silly painting for your washroom. The creative beauty of your casa begins with you.

Adore your abode: You mean your house doesn't look like Martha's? Guess what--no ones does. We don't live in vacuums: we have jobs, roommates, pets, and kids. Love your space--the evidence of your life and your family. Dirty dishes mean people eat here. Unmade beds mean someone dreams here.

How do you connect with your inner Vesta?

[Artwork by Molly Roberts]

Fort Nacho: A Survival Guide

2011-11-16T06:00:00.000-08:00

Hello, my Hot Tamales! This week required serious silliness to counteract the serious business. The following photographic essay is packed with survival tips for the urban nomad. You can play along at home: The only requirements for this adventure are bed sheets and friends as dumb as you are:

Solid construction is of utmost importance--the elements of an apartment can be brutal: unpredictable weather patterns, dust buffalo and drafty windows. It's wild out there.

These pennants serve two purposes: they provide essential pinks and structural stability.

Garland will improve your fortress' integrity and deflect most birds of prey.

He is not napping--he's trancing. All proper caravans must have a medium.

Choose supplies carefully. The winter is long.

Blinking Christmas lights allow you to communicate effectively with other forts in your vicinity.

The Boyfriend Bartender is an essential member of the the caravan
even if he only knows one recipe: hooch & rocks.

Do not rule out knit equipment: Crocheted bedspreads provide proper ventilation
and an excellent view of the ceiling sky.

VOILA INTRUDER!

Treasure Chest: Medicine Bag: New Friends

2011-11-14T17:00:00.000-08:00

Hello Crumpets! As you know, my medicine bag is always growing--adapting to what I need at the moment, what interests me at the time, expanding with new experiences and dusted and restructured as often as I change socks all depending on what it is that spirit needs at the moment. Here are a few of the latest additions:

Homemade lavender oil that's been steeping in the window sill.

An amazing mass of rainbow candles from my grandmas house.

Acorns gathered up from an oak tree growing from the scattering pond of a Kentucky cemetery. Not sure what that means...but I couldn't resist them. :)
What's in your medicine bag? Don't have one? Now is the perfect day to start!
You may also enjoy a previous discussion--take a peek in my medicine bag! What are you being drawn to? :)

Vlog: Handmade Holiday Crusade!

2011-11-12T17:28:00.000-08:00

Grab the badge to play along! There are no required postings, no schedule, and no rules--except you have to Make Stuff: fold it, paint it, stitch it, bake it, mail it, build it, write it, and post it!

Much Joy kids, this is going to be fun. :)

Stuff That's Totally Doin' It For Me Right Now

2011-11-11T20:19:00.000-08:00

Hello Kittens! As usual, the three-ring-flea-circus that is daily life at HerSpeak Headquarters continues on with the gusto of a twelve piece UmPah band. I wanted to take this rare moment of sanity to share a little inspiration with you, show you all the "squee" worthy tidbits I've been enjoying!

First--Tom Waits new record "Bad As Me" has been my soundtrack for destruction: full of distortion, clanging pans, fat sax and warbling falsetto--gets my genius gears grinding and the makin' stuff factory in full swing!

I've been stealing slow moments at one job or the other to feed my latest guilty pleasure: making dreamy inspiration boards on Pintrest. Check out my latest assemblage "Places We Should Be Now". It's brimming with all things good & warm...and chocolaty...

Oh yeah--Glitter. Glitter is always doin' it for me...

AND finally--conspiring with my mum on Skallywag Fashions' latest runway show: "Swizzle". The vintage cocktail inspired style showcase will be the highlight of our next collective exhibition--Kitschmas! This week we had the pleasure of snooping around in resale shops for treasures to add to the line up.

What is inspiring you this week, my pets? Tell us what's doin' it for you!

Dance Party Portraits: New Work In Progress

2011-11-02T17:07:00.000-07:00

Hello Peaches! These blustery autumn days are dynamite for being a hyper productive hermit in the studio. I'm working on a small series for a group show I have coming up in December. Here's a peep at the progress !

Untitled mixed media 24"x36"

I'm playing with happy accidents and unequal resolve in my newer pieces. These weren't as meticulously planned as previous works. I took a reference photograph, decided on a pallet (if you can call it that...) and went in guns a blazin'. As far as materials, my method was "see what sticks."

Untitled mixed media on masonite 12"x12"

This is the latest effort and by far the smallest painting I've ever attempted. Here you can see the first layer, I'm working out proportions and building up some volume in the flesh.

Here we are a few hours in and several coats of ink and nail polish later. I'm excited to get that unicorn horn in there. And possibly another evil monkey... :) My goal is to crank out one more piece for the exhibition. I can't wait--it's always a treat to show with friends!

What have you been making, my pretties? Wishing you much Love, Paint and Rock&Roll!

Dia de Los Muertos Give Away!

2011-11-01T08:19:00.000-07:00

Hello Kittens! I've been down the rabbit hole--which feels more like a roller coaster--and wanted to pop in for a Day of The Dead Give Away! Leave a little comment love and be entered to win this pair of handmade skully earrings! A name will be drawn November 10th. :) Best of luck, honey bunnies!

More goodies to come from HerSpeak Headquarters: new studio work, paint, tunes and mayhem. :)

Broad Strokes: Lady Artists to Peep: Volume 4

2011-10-29T06:00:00.000-07:00

Welcome to another edition of Broad Strokes: Celebrating female artists of past and present. This installment is all about the surreal: ghosts, goddesses and day dreams. Let's get to the gallery!

Audrey Kawasaki
Status: Alive and Kicking
Medium: Painter

Alma Lopez
Status: Alive and Kicking
Medium: Painter

Maria Flore
Status: Alive and Kicking
Medium: Photagrapher

Do you have a favorite in the round up? An artist you'd like to see featured? Discuss!

Thank You Note to Guitar

2011-10-27T06:00:00.000-07:00

Dear Guitar,
Thank you for not caring if my hair is a mess,
or that the bags beneath my eyes are more like luggage--
You are always happy to see me.

You want to sit on my lap hear about the inane details of my day.
You are the best inanimate friend a girl could ask for.

Forever yours,
Molly

Boho Spa Day

2011-10-24T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Kittens* Lately, squeaking in some kind of quiet time has been near impossible: showers are more like bird baths, adequate sleep is a treat. So what do you do when you're a girl on the go-go with no dough? You take a boho spa day. :) Here are some of my favorite DIY ideas for delivering needed relief.

Bath Salts: You can buy or make them cheaply. (I buy them in bulk at the drugstore.) Toss a few handfuls into your bath, and even if you only have a few moments--it makes all the difference to your muscles. Here's a quick tutorial:

Make a Mask: I wouldn't spend $60 on a fancy dinner, let alone goop to put on my face. Here's the recipe for one of my favorite kitchen-whip-ups!

1/3 cup cocoa

3 tablespoons heavy cream

2 teaspoons cottage cheese

1/4 cup honey

3 teaspoons oatmeal powder

Mix all ingredients together and smooth onto face.

Relax for 10 minutes; then rinse with warm water.

Mind Massage: There is no substitute for the healing properties of massage, but when cash is tight the table isn't always an option. However, Whisper Crystal has an entire YouTube channel full of guided relaxations that walk you through your very own medi spa experience. The Turkish Bath is my favorite. Enjoy!

DIY Spa days are one of my favorite ways to spend time--not to mention a safe way to stay sane. It's not about how much you spend or how long you do it: it matters that you make the time. How do you pamper yourselves, my pets?

Updates: No Rest for The Wicked!

2011-10-22T17:23:00.000-07:00

Hello Puddings!* I'm not dead--just down the rabbit hole again! The candle has been burning at three ends for the past month. Here's a quick recap at what's been brewing here at HerSpeak Headquarters:

The Barn Owl Ballyhoo was a complete success! A night brimming with local art and awesome musical performances. You can peep the details on the Drippy Lip Productions page.

I had the pleasure of doing make up for a collaborative lingerie runway show with Beauty and Project M. The designer envisioned a pin-up look: cat eyes, ruby red lips. My Favorite! You can check out the scene here.
I've also started my special events assistant internship at the Milwaukee Art Museum. We host some of the most extravagant events in the city--I get to go behind the scenes, be in the guts of the museum and see how the magic happens step by step.

Headquarters is covered in glitter dust again as I begin a new series for exhibition this December: "Kitschmas"! We're excited to present a punchy show to cure those too-cute-Christmas blues. It will be grounding to get back to the studio this week. :)

I've missed all of you, my blogosphere bunnies! I hope to find time to visit each one of you soon! This week is mayhem in the making: time for Halloween! What have you been up to, my pretties?

Wishing you much Love, Paint and Rock&Roll. <3

Big Day! Craftasmagoria Completed!

2011-10-07T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Honey Bunnies! The Barn Owl Ballyhoo is only a day away and I'm putting the finishing touches on my Dia de Los Muertos crafts! The past few weeks have been a BLAST: puttering with materials, taking a break from "serious" work to just party in the studio making silly stuff for other silly people. In addition to my shrines, votive pins, jewelry and paintings, here's a peek at the last of the goods:

Skully hair clips finished!

A set of plain plastic cherub ornaments pilfered from my grandma's basement. I fixed them. :)

The skully feltie in it's finished state! A few recycled christmas garlands and a little hot glue did the trick!
A sparkly skelly kitty votive painting complete with stripes and GLITTER.

And then there's Mr. Milo Guy...he's not for sale. But he helped. :)

Wish me Luck! Here's hoping you all of a kick ass weekend full of craft! Much Love, paint and Rock & Roll, cupcakes! I'll see you on the other side, with photo evidence of the big event! :)

Collaboration Station: YumYumArt & Skallywag Fashions Photoshoot

2011-10-05T06:28:00.000-07:00

Hello Dewdrops! It's been an insane week here at Headquaters: rehearsals, final preparations for our event this weekend and a case of the "really-busy-figures-I'd-catch-a-head-cold" blues. BUT I wanted to take a moment to share a recent project with you. A few weeks ago my dear friend Heather of YumYumArt and I collaborated with Skallywag Fashions on an evening inspired costume shoot. The film is finally developed and we are pleased to present: Nocturne!

Need more creepy couture?? View the entire gallery here!

Introducing: Season of The Witch!

2011-10-01T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello, My Pretties! Welcome to Season of The Witch: a special series of posts for October celebrating my soul purpose for existing: Halloween! We'll cover the marvelous, the macabre, the magical and most importantly--the hand made. We'll kick things off with a collection of my favorite witchy inspired finds on Wanelo!

If these tickle your fall fancy, View the entire collection here!

Video Zen: Beach Grass

2011-09-30T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Honey Bunnies! Today's Video Zen is a few sweet seconds of being seranaded by insects and the wind blowing through tall reeds on the beach. Enjoy!

Check out more moments of video zen as well as how-to's and discussions on my youtube channel. :)

Studio Cam: New Tinkerings

2011-09-29T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Sweetie Pies! The HerSpeak studio has been hoppin': scattered with gold leaf, felt scraps and paint squishing about! Here's a peep at what's been shakin' this week:

New mini shrine: 3" wide. Gold leaf, sequins, found images, nails, candles, glitter, plastic beads, wood pieces and silk flowers. The best part about these projects is I buy nothing: every shrine is recycled or found materials. Fiddling around and figuring out the best way to pair objects together is half the fun of making!

A Dia de Los Muertos fabric vignette underway--still have to stich on the mustache! He should be a sharp looking skelly when he's all sewed up. The frame is, if possible, more ridiculous than the skeleton. Can't wait to show you the finished piece!

And finally, the beginnings of a new painting! This is the second in my new latest series. I need to finish two more and they'll have homes in a Salon here in Milwaukee. More inprogress peeks to come! (30"x40", acrylic, watercolor and sequins on canvas.)

What is the state of your studios these days, darlings?

Wishcasting: Making Diamonds

2011-09-28T06:06:00.000-07:00

Hello Wishcasters! This week Jamie asks us, "What do you wish for fall?" I wish for Harmony-- for all the fractal points of projects to coalesce into a glittering diamond that makes everyone go, "Jeeez...".

I've been working on several collaborative projects with my tribe, Drippy Lip Collective, for the last few months: a compilation comic book, making craft wares, and getting a new band, Buffalo Cody up off the ground as well as getting The Famous Graves up to snuff. (On top of continuing a new series of work, starting a new job, and keeping up with Rex Goliath commitments, etc.--Busy! Love it!)

All of these goodies are coming together for a show on October 8th.

This is the first time we've tried to produce an event as a collective--and though I'm feeling slightly frazzled--I am THRILLED with the work everyone has produced and the excitement surrounding the event. There is so much energy!

I wish for everything to mingle and fuse into an awesome frackas. :)

What do you wish for fall, starlings?

Hecate: Rediscover Your Dark Goddess

2011-09-27T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Moonbeams! With a fresh seasonal shift and the new moon in the sky, now is the perfect time to talk about Hecate: the goddess of witchcraft, ghosts, death and the dark moon. (Totally Metal!) But as you will see, this goddess is not all doom and gloom. Here are HerSpeak's Top 5 Tips for getting in touch with your inner Hecate!

Seek Solitude. Hecate is unafraid of places where no one goes. Give yourself some much deserved alone time--even if it's as short and sweet as a long shower or a walk around the block.

Be The Storm. As a goddess with powers over land and sea, she was the patron goddess of sailors. Hecate teaches us not to weather the storm, but to Be The Storm. You are a force to be reckoned with--Shape your world!

Trust Your Intuition. As a triple goddess with her torch held high, Hecate can see in all directions--particularly forward. And with the spookiest of seasons quickly approaching, now is the perfect time and explore divination techniques like tarot, runes or scrying.

Release the Past. Hecate helps us shed the past and move into the present. Use the new moon to cleanse yourself and your spaces of clutter and junk-energy that no longer serves you! There are a myriad of ways to cleanse ranging from bells, to sage smudging, from salt to sacred showers. Find a way to either physically or symbolically free yourself! For step by step instructions to get you started, check out this smudging how-to:

And finally, Don't Be Afraid of The Dark. We've been trained to believe that dark is evil, wicked and to be avoided. Acknowledging your dark side does not mean becoming a super villian--embracing your dark side means recognizing the shadow parts of yourself and your world, giving you insight as to how to accept, challenge and heal. All things: seeds, heroines, stars, the bad and the Beautiful, begin in the dark.

Wishing you all a merry New Moon! How do you embrace your inner Hecate?

F*ck It Up: Top 3 Tips for Makers

2011-09-25T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Puddings! Today we're talking about guidelines for Makers of All Kinds. Here are my Top 3 Tips for making the Most of your Making Stuff!

[1] Let IT Find You

Inspiration presents itself to us in infinite ways--be open to them. For example, if you are a painter allow yourself to be taken away and intoxicated by other sources outside of museums: music, travel, food, nature, people watching, magazines, fashion, literature, and new places. If you are feeling flat and creatively starved, it's time to step out and be a sponge!

[2] Make The Shift

We've all been there: frustrated with furrowed brows and spewing dirty words at a project that we've been slaving over and is going nowhere. If something is stuck--try something new. Step away from it, start something else. Treat yourself to finishing or picking up a project that's been on the back burner so long it's beginning to crispify. Revive it. You'll be revitalized too. Needing time away from a project is not a failure--it's a tool to help you complete it.

[3] Don't Be Afraid to F*ck It Up

Sometimes project become too precious. When something becomes too sacred we're afraid to take risks which stunts our growth as Creative Wunderkind. Don't be afraid to really fuck something up. "Do I submit my writing?" "Do I add the rhinestones?" "Do I throw in the Cayenne Pepper?" If you don't give it a shot--not only will you never know--you'll never feel finished. Don't be Intimidated by your own work. Chances are doors: walk through them.

What devices do You use? Discuss!

Stuff That's Totally Doin' It For Me Right Now

2011-09-23T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Cupcakes! It's been a long week: time to Juice up and get ready for a rocket fuel weekend! Here's whats totally doin' it for me right now:

These bold and wild shamanic journey paintings by Paulo Amaringo:

My catza muffin, Mr. Milo Guy. Note to self: Take luxurious extra adorable nap.

This crazy cool fabric pumpkin tutorial. I'd love to make a whole row for my couch! Velvety goodness...

And finally these earthy inspired jewelry creations from Talks2theTrees.

What is inspiring you, starlings?

Blog Party: HerSpeak Equinox Shindig!

2011-09-21T21:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Chickadees! Welcome to the HerSpeak Equinox Shindig! The shift of seasons is so invigorating--new smells, little discoveries, unusual and exciting energy. There is comfort in honoring the rhythm. Fall happens to be my favorite: bright days, long nights, the scent of leaves smoldering and new saturated colors always strike me: stunning...and spooky. Let's get to the party!

First up, a video vignette altar to welcome autumn!

Next, these adorable and delectable mini pumpkin pies! Fall food is my favorite: roasted, slow cooked, baked and broiled. So much love from the oven! I'll be making mine this evening. :)

Part of the fun of fall is sinking into a new pattern and enjoying the natural changes. This soothing Nature Attunement Meditation from Meditation Oasis lets you get down into the dirt and enjoy the qualities of nature when woods and shores are unavailable. It's one of my personal favorites. Listen, you'll like it. :)

Feast your eyes on a breathtaking collection of curious fall inspired photographs via That Unreliable Girl! The whole collection is haunting and beautiful-- The didgeridoo is my favorite!

How are you celebrating the shift, my pretties?

Advice For Young Girls: Giggle Snort

2011-09-21T06:00:00.000-07:00

Burn Out: Shift For Survival

2011-09-19T20:13:00.000-07:00

Hello Mermaids: Today I feel much like Mr. Match. Burnt out, fizzled up, scorched and surly. Mostly bitter and brittle. Why do you feel like Mr. Match, you ask?

Because I've allowed myself to be put in a position
that surrenders all of my personal power.

I recently started a new job and in an effort to prove myself as a stand up employee have in fact established myself as the Office Doormat. BACK FIRE. I live behind the desk: doing work for two people, 7 days a week while being treated like a ghost--a ghost who graduated cum laude and makes minimum wage: Expected to be everywhere for everyone all while being unseen.

This aggression shall not stand.

Normally I don't use this space as a forum for personal kvetching or pity parties: but I know this is an extraordinarily tough time for a lot of you and I wanted you to know:

I feel you.
<3

So what do we do, my Match Commrades? Tomorrow Mr. Manager Boss Man is going to hear Ghost Girl. Burn Out is a temporary state if we choose it to be. I'm choosing control. I'm choosing Joy. I'm choosing Courage...even though it's hard...

So while I step up to the office door tomorrow I'll be pulling for you too--Be Bold, dears. Ask for what you need. Let's make a shift together, a shift for a joyful Survival. Solidarity! Best of Luck.

In The Studio: Shrine Series

2011-09-19T06:40:00.000-07:00

Hello Sweetpeas! It was a whiplash weekend full of errands, work, baby showers, rehearsals AND a few snippets of sweet sweet studio time. Here are a few of the latest pieces for my craft fair shrine series:

A jewelrybox or cigarette case shrine. Materials include acrylic paint, nail polish, wood, plastic gems, sequins, silver glitter, pink felt, found images and charms.

Next, we have another tiny shrine. This version was much easier to make than the prototype. It may be my new favorite. Materials include acrylic paint, bottle caps, quartz crystal, nail polish, wood, masking tape, candle wax, felt, found images and charms and GLITTER.

And finally, the smallest shrine I've ever made! It's only slightly larger than a postage stamp. :)

What were you up to this weekend, craft warriors?

Church of Adele:

2011-09-18T06:00:00.000-07:00

Broad Strokes: Lady Artists to Peep: Volume 3

2011-09-16T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Kittens and welcome to another edition of Broad Strokes: a digital gallery dedicated to celebrating female artists both past and present. This week we've got sumptuous oil paintings, dreamy illustrations and punchy politically fueled collage. Let's get to the gallery!

Jen Corace
Media: Illustrator
Status: Alive

Janet Hill
Media: Painter
Status: Alive

Barbara Kruger
Media: Collage
Status: Alive

Who has been inspiring you?

How To Ruin a Music Box

2011-09-15T11:09:00.001-07:00

Hello Sunflowers! The studio is sticky with gold glitter and birthday candle wax as I continue working on my creepy craft fair items. It's exciting to see the little morbid mountain of goodies slowly growing. Other crafters have been posting their wares as they work: It's getting exciting! Here is my latest monstrosity:

Before: An angel trinket from my grandmothers house.

After: A Dia de Los Muertos Music Box.

Materials: silk flowers, plastic gems, pony beads, bottle caps, acrylic paint, gold charm, glitter, balsa wood, found images, hot glue and feathers.

It plays "White Christmas". :) Merry making everyone!

Bad Luck No Fun Social Club: Sneak Peek!

2011-09-15T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Chickadees! My co-conspirators Commadore Will-Sin, The Monk and myself (Col. Mime) have been collaborating on an effort of pure poor taste: a comic book full of crude drawings, middle school locker-room jokes and all types of two-dimensional jackassery. The official release party for this filth is October 8th, but here's a sneaky peep:

You can follow this garbage on our facebook page. :)

Book Love: Cullinary Trickery

2011-09-13T06:00:00.001-07:00

Hello Gumdrops! As most of you know, I love to entertain and try to do it as frequently as possible. I enjoy everything about it: spiffing up the apartment to be our own personal party fort, picking out records to provide the perfect soundtrack, arranging my bar as if it were an altar, coming up with something clever to cook...kind of...

I've burnt cereal.

So you can imagine my glee after finding Cullinary Trickery. Rita Konig's book is one of my contemporary entertaining bibles: it's sassy, it's shameless and surprisingly useful. (I'm a bit leary of hot-pink-chic-lit-Martha-Stewart-Living-Sex-in-The-City-Slop.)

It's full of great corner-cutting ideas for those who have no culinary inclination, but want their guests to feel loved and full. Her theory is do what works, what feels good, what looks nice, and what costs less. Some critics didn't care for the book because it was brash, borderline rude and cheaterly--

That's what I liked most about it. :)

Full Moon Party Post!

2011-09-11T06:00:00.001-07:00

Hello Kittens! Merry Full Moon! Today we're having a Moon Party at Herspeak: a round up of goodies to help you celebrate the cycle. The last month has been pretty intense here at headquarters--projects being born, challenges being met, new jobs, new friends, new concerns. With Luna being her joyful self jellyfishing through the sky and a new season slipping into place, it feels like the perfect time for a little celestial inspired cyber soiree--Let's get to it!

A tangerine moon film

Beautiful Full Moon wallpaper

An awesome Full Moon Lavender Oil Tutorial!

An Amazing Mandala

A Full Moon Meditation

A Venetian Moon Goddess

Moon Goddess Goodies

Breathtaking Lunar Time Lapse

How will you be honoring the full moon? :)

(Image from psychiccupcake.tumblr.com)

Weekend Update: Life Advice by Bjork

2011-09-10T06:00:00.000-07:00

A reworked art journal entry. Lyrics by Bjork. <3

Willow Journey: Art Journal

2011-09-09T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Sunflowers! While working through the Soul Lodge course I've been trying to make time to record my findings visually. My art journal is becoming a sacred place where I spill out dreamscapes and pen letters to self. This past week we were asked to connect with a sacred plant: I chose Willow.

I'm drawn to their motion, their apparent ability to emote, the quiet rushing sound they make and their closeness to the water. There is a large twisted willow in my parents yard that used to be a second home to my siblings and neighbor boys.

We were sure she was magic. :)

Did you have a hang out in the woods? A favorite place in a park?

Beach Queen: Sticks, Stones and Bones

2011-09-07T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Sparrows! It was a cloudy still afternoon, so Muffin and I decided to step out to the beach. This is my favorite spot on the lake: full of fallen trees and free of screaming children or smelly fishes. I like to pretend that I'm the Queen of this beach and draw with scorched driftwood...

I could spend days, trolling the sand looking for treasures. All sorts of good Juju washes up on shore here. I always leave with my pockets full of sticks and little flat stones. We were visited by a white moth, who may have been a wizard...

Where have you been wandering?

Serendipitous: A Secret Gallery

2011-09-04T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Bonbons! While lurking around in the woods looking for trouble, I stumbled upon a gallery where I least thought to look: lemon yellow, thalo blue and punches of flaky pink all stirred up with the dirt and snapping twigs. Here's Muffin, King of Paint Palace:

How perfectly unexpected. :)

Words: Star Goddess Watercolor

2011-09-03T06:00:00.000-07:00

"Like most people in modern culture, my first experience with the goddess unbeknownst to me, was with Mary...I met her with I was seventeen in Mexico in the purple velvet, candle lit churches of Sinaloa. The Sensuality and warmth of those rooms greatly comforted me...

I too softly chanted a prayer to the Star Goddess, borrowed from the traditional one that encodes her own words: Hail Mary, full of Grace, the dust of whose feet are the hosts of heaven; you are the white moon among the stars and the desire of human hearts; you are the mystery: that if that which we seek we find not within, we will never find it without; for you were here at the beginning and you are that which is attained at the end of desire."

--From Carolyn McVickar Edwards' book The Storyteller's Goddess: Tales of The Goddess and Her Wisdom from Around The World.

(Illustration for a book I've begun: watercolor, 8 1/2"x 8 1/2")

Trip to The Woods: Treasure Hunting

2011-09-01T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Cherubs! I woke up with the roof of my mouth feeling much like a fist--so to relax, the Muffin and I went for a walk in the woods. Lately, I've been wanting to spend more and more time outside--seeking tree medicine these days. We breathed in the green and listened to the crows and crawling sounds, talked about ghosts and tarantulas while stalking toads. Here's what we found:

Where are you being called to? What treasures have you been finding?

Vlog: How To Be a Total Miss Bossy Mittens

2011-08-31T06:00:00.001-07:00

Hello Motorbabies! I've got a new How To Vlog for you fresh off the line, "How To Be a Total Miss Bossy Mittens and Get Whatever You Want". This short clip has got a couple of tips from my own personal bossy mittens experience: confessions of an over achiever that have helped me take care of business. Enjoy!

What do you do to Get It Done?

Open Letter to Phantom Masking Tape Centipede

2011-08-30T06:00:00.000-07:00

Dear Piece of Masking Tape on my bedroom ceiling,

Please stop casting a spooky shadow that upon groggily waking, appears not to be tape, but really a centipede stalking me while I sleep. If you must cast shadows, choose a shape less vulgar: like a nice stick of spearmint gum or perhaps a pair of wool socks.

My nerves would much appreciate it.

Your anxious and Easily Fooled Inhabitant,
Molly

Video Zen: Cherry Blossoms

2011-08-29T09:02:00.000-07:00

Hello Starshine! This clip of video zen was taken several years ago while on a trip to D.C. It was early in the spring, and I was excited to see the famous cherry blossoms that lined the river. To my dismay, the trees weren't in bloom. We walked for what felt like hours after being on a train on-and-off for days and finally found the single blooming cherry tree in the city. I was thrilled--I took a pile of pictures, and this clip of the swaying branches before taking a nap beneath it in the grass. Enjoy!

MINX MIX TAPE: Volume #12

2011-08-28T06:00:00.000-07:00

Welcome to Minx Mix Tape--an all-girl digital dance party celebrating women making kick ass tunes for the masses. This week's tape has three tunes that'll make you want to burn your city down. Let's do it!

First up, is the down and dirty rock bomb, Nico Vega. What I enjoy most about this singer is the texture of her voice: it's distinctly feminine but quickly veers down a raspy roller coaster punctuated with shouts an claps. This video is insane...not for the squeemish!

Next up is the horror punk outfit, Schoolyard Heroes. Admittedly, upon first listening I didn't care for this band. But after spending more time with the music, I began to appreciate the grating quality of the vocals for their energy. It's a great mash up of punk, metal and all things doom and gloom--Bring on the zombies!

And finally we have the high-powered- garage inspired trio, The Ettes. These guys have been busy: touring with the Black Keys, Kings of Leon and The Dead Weather. Lead singer, Lindsay "Coco" Hames' side project, Parting Gifts will be releasing a record this September. Check it out!

Thanks for joining the party! Got a favorite tune from the mix? Have a song you want to see on the tape? Leave a link in the comments. Happy Listening!

Thank You Note to the Typewriter

2011-08-26T06:00:00.000-07:00

Dearest Typewriter in my foyer,
Though you no longer give inky kisses as your tape is dry--
You still manage to comfort me by creating the illusion of productivity I so desire.

You are the wind beneath my would-be-author-wings.

Your Lazy Admirer,
Molly

Book Love: Nightshade Gothic Tales by Women

2011-08-25T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Starlings! While purusing my bookshelf I was thrilled to rediscover this excellent collection of all things eerie: Nightshade: Gothic Tales by Women. In this compilation of seventeen strange stories, the authors take you through the dark and bizzare with romantic tales of the supernatural to the cobwebbed corridors of Hitchcock.

One of my favorite stories describes a woman's night as a hound of Hecate, cleaning up the streets in a way she never could as a cop. (Ouch!) Turn the page and you're whisked away a moss-draped New Orleans cemetery, and then onto a seedy bar drinking martinis with a glass-eyed lady.

If you are seeking peculiar fall reading full of bites, frights and bumps in the night, I highly recommend Nightshade!

Do you have any spooky reads stockpiled for fall?

Frida Flutterby: New Dia de los Muertos Work

2011-08-23T12:34:00.000-07:00

Hello Dewdrops! The studio is encrusted with glitter--I've been working on my creepy craft fair items full throttle. I've been bewitched by Frida Kahlo: I'm borrowing color pallets and themes from her work for my Dia de los Muertos collection. Here's a peep of the latest votive piece:

As the holiday is about rebirth and transformation, I decided that my Frida skelly should have butterfly wings. I'm having a ball cobbling trash and trinkets into new pieces. My favorite part is lighting the birthday candles and waiting for the wax to drip!

What have you been up to in your studios, sweet peas?

SoulLodge: Lady Fox

2011-08-22T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Chickadee's! I'm a few weeks into Pixie Campbell's amazing E-Course, SoulLodge and loving every spirit soaked minute of it. She has been leading us through working with totem animals, integrating shamanic practices into our existing spiritual paths and providing a beautiful sacred space for all of us to find our Wise Woman.

This week I chose to record my meditation experiences in my art journal: I crawled to Underworld through a willow tree I loved as a girl, to the birch forest I dream about. That's where I go to meet Lady Fox.

Where are your dreams taking you? What have you been feeding Spirit with?

Gypsy Chronicles: Indianapolis IN

2011-08-21T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Creampuffs! We're onto another installment of Gypsy Chronicles: itty bitty photo essays on places I've been to gather inspiration. Traveling, even if it's one city over, gives you perspective and an opportunity to gobble up new ideas. My latest Midwest Road Trip extravaganza brought me (accidentally) to Indianapolis for a few rainy hours:

[1] Vogue Theater and Moon [2] Side of the pub [3] grave of famous bank robber John Dillinger Jr. [4] Boho neighborhood of Broad Ripple [5] historic Crown Hill cemetery

Where do you wander these days, my pretties? Is there a place you're trying to go?

Gypsy Chronicles: Louisville KY

2011-08-19T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Sweettarts! When it comes to kick-starting your creative juices, there is nothing like travel: new food, new buildings, new art, new people to bother. Roadtrips and train rides are where my brains do their best cooking--it brings out the gypsy in me. This last week, the Muffin and I set out to see what there was to see with a pack of smokes, a box of glazed doughnuts and a borrowed car. Here are a few peeps of our adventure!

[1] downtown Louisville [2] Cherokee park [3] nighttime wanderings [4] Cave Hill cemetery [5] supplies [6] swan at Cave Hill cemetery [7] King Louis

Where have your wanderings taken you this summer?

Video Zen: Tangerine Moon

2011-08-17T09:08:00.000-07:00

Hello Sparrows! This last full moon was AMAZING and I happened to be lucky enough to view it up in the northwoods. It took a lot of restraint not to howl and spook my friends. Here's a quick clip of Video Zen: the moon rising and painting the lake at dusk:

Green Guide For Artists

2011-08-16T13:15:00.000-07:00

Hello Cupcakes! While mowing through summer reading wish-list I came across this tasty book: Green Guide for Artists: Nontoxic Recipies, Green Art Ideas & Resources for the Eco-Conscious Artist. This book is full of great graphics, features awesome working artists and practical ideas for making your studio safer and sweeter. Karen Michel has rounded up a wide range of how-to's and recipes for making everything from your own paints and solvents to sewing up your own sketchbooks.

I found my copy at my local library, and now it's winging it's way to my studio via Amazon--I have a whole stack of artist books waiting to be made!

Do you have any favorite How-To Bibles?

Broad Strokes: Lady Artists to Peep: Volume 2

2011-08-11T20:07:00.000-07:00

Hello Kittens! Welcome to Broad Strokes: an ongoing online collection celebrating the contributions of Lady Artists past and present. This week's round up is full of swords, nuclear butterflies and meat dresses--Let's get to the gallery!

Camille Rose Garcia
Media: Painter
Status: Alive and Kicking

Artemisia Gentileschi
Media: Painter
Status: Long Dead

Cindy Sherman
Media: Photographer, Film Maker
Status: Alive and Kicking

Maren Esdar
Media: Illustrator, Fashion Designer
Status: Alive and Kicking

Do you have a favorite in the round up? Have an artist you'd like to see featured? Leave a note in the comments!

Tiny Shrine and Critique Speak Vlog: Ways To Talk About Art

2011-08-05T05:00:00.000-07:00

Happy Paint Party Friday! I can't wait to see what kinda creative mojo you hot mama's have been cooking up in your studios. This week we've got a double dose of party with a two part post: a little piece-in-progress PLUS a How-To video I made just for you. Cause I think you're super pretty...

If you've spent anytime with me in blogland, you'll know that I am obsessed with shrines. I was recently inspired to create a pocket shrine-- a teensy weensy talisman that began as a tiny Altoid tin:

It's difficult to see in the photograph, but the text on the inside of the shrine reads: Expect a Miracle. There is also a ghosty image of the Virgin behind the piece of polished quartz. It was a tiny undertaking with a surprisingly lengthy supply list: paint, candle wax, glitter, nail polish, wood, embroidery floss, glass beads, polished quartz, found paper and a bottle cap!

Vlog time!

As creative creatures, we know that critique can be scary--sometimes so scary it keeps people from making or talking about art. NEVER FEAR. In this short clip I'll explain:

--What the hell critique is and why you need it to GROW.
--Provide suggestions for offering constructive criticism.
--Give you specific examples of HOW to talk constructively about art!

What are your techniques for talking about art? Let's talk!

Book Review: How To Climb Mt. Blanc In a Skirt

2011-08-02T06:55:00.000-07:00

Hello Cherubs! I'm having a riot gobbling up all sorts of good summer reading and I HAD to show you this book: How To Climb Mt. Blanc In A Skirt: A Handbook for The Lady Adventurer. It's entertaining, informative, well illustrated and most importantly...it's pink. The author takes you up mountains, through jungles and into harems, relaying the incredible excursions of female explorers that history forgot. Between epic tales of camel caravans, the pages are sprinkled with useful information about how to properly prepare hyena stakes and optimal weapon choices for the desert. I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking for fabulously funny and nerdy read.

This book is inspiring--I've decided I'm going to wear bloomers and carry a loaded colt 45 on my road trip. What are you reading, my pretties?

MINX MIX TAPE: Volume #11 Jazz Edition Pt. 1

2011-08-01T06:55:00.000-07:00

Hello Muffins! Welcome to Minx Mix Tape: an all girl digital dance party dedicated to women making amazing music. Usually, the tape is fairly rock-centric. But this week I wanted to share one of my OTHER passions with you: Jazz vocal. I have so many favorites that I'm splitting this tape up into several parts. Let's get to the tunes!

To kick off, we'll start with Peggy Lee singing her own clever lyrics to an Duke Ellington tune. He once said, "If I'm the king man, Peggy Lee is the queen." Peggy Lee turned me onto jazz in the 7th grade when my mom brought home her records from the library. If velvet could speak, this is the sound it would make.

Next, we've got Esperanza Spalding: the insanely talented jazz starlet and center of the Grammy Beiber "Scandal". This lady oozes talent, truly a gem. Here she is destroying the White House with her skills.

And to finish this week's tape is the legendary Nina Simone. She knows what my blues sound like: this woman didn't sing soul, she IS Soul. Here she is performing one of my all time favorite songs, Feeling Good.

So many more incredible singers to talk about! Stay tuned for the next volume of Minx Mix Tape: Jazz Edition!

Paint Party: Creepy Crafts!

2011-07-29T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Mermaids* Don't you love it when things fall into place-- when they coalesce the way you hoped? That happened this week in regards to an exhibition and performance I am planning for fall. Wahoo!! My collective will be hosting a creepy craft fair that features an awesome line up of local and not-so-local bands. For my contribution, I've decided to make Day of The Dead themed jewelry: here are a few of my recent efforts in progress!

I'm anxious to see what kind work the rest of the collective cats are cooking up--and you too!

As a Paint Party Bonus here's a post from a new segment I'll be featuring on the blog, Broad Strokes: a round-up of fabulous female artists both past and present to feed your creative needs.

Much Love, Paint and Rock&Roll from me to you--Happy Paint Party, Kittens!

Broad Strokes: Lady Artists To Peep

2011-07-27T11:56:00.000-07:00

Hello Rosehips* Do you have a favorite female artist? I remember having a discussion in art school: we each had to go around the room and name our favorite female artist. One after another each student said, "Georgia O'Keefe, Frida Kahlo, Georgia O'Keefe, Georgia O'Keefe, Frida, Frida, Frida..."

I squirmed a bit, getting anxious about my turn: "Really? Am I a bad person because I don't care about vag flowers??"

It occurred to me that these aren't favorite artists--they just happen to be the only female artists these kids were aware of! With that, I'd like to introduce a new segment, Broad Strokes: Celebrating lady artists both past and present. Let's get to the gallery!

Diane Arbus
Media: Photography
Status: Deceased

Kiki Smith
Media: Sculpture
Status: Alive and Kicking

Kara Walker
Media: Collage
Status: Alive and Kicking

Amy Sol
Medium: Painter
Status: Alive and Kicking

Do you have a favorite from this round up? Do you have a lady artist you'd like to add to the gallery? Leave a link in the comments?

Women's Circles: A How To Video!

2011-07-19T07:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Pumpkins! Today we're talking Womens Circles. I remember a time when Womens Circles seemed like a girl-scout-goddess-dream that I could never achieve--circles were for wise women, or women who lived on beaches. LAMESAUCE! Circles are achievable.

Circles are healing. Circles are Empowering.

When I decided to begin my circle, I was surprised by the lack of actual information available. There was a lot of really beautiful vague fluffy talk about the bliss surrounding circles, but I wanted to see bullet points. I wanted instructions. So, in an effort to spare you time and frustration I made this short video tool kit to get your circle kick started!

*RESOURCES*

Here are a few sites and titles to get you started, Kittens!

Casting The Circle: A Women's Book of Ritual: This book is great: it's practical, well organized and full of how-to information for beginners. I refer to this book constantly.

The Millionth Circle: This is an immensely helpful book that describes the functions of womens circles, offers trouble shooting solutions and reads like poetry.

The Goddess Circle: If you haven't met Goddess Leonie, you should. Her site is full of amazing goddess goodies and offers a digital womens circle. She's got workbooks, videos and an astounding sparkling pile of resources. Check it out!

MINX MIX TAPE: Volume #10

2011-07-18T07:00:00.000-07:00

Hello My Pretty Little Ponies! Welcome to another edition of Minx Mix Tape: an all girl digital dance party! This week we've got a little bitta old, a little bitta new and a lotta bit of awesome. :) Let's get to the tape!

First up is a little art rock from Pretty Girls Make Graves! This was the first "girl band" I ever saw, and it changed my life! They performed at The Globe, a beautifully smokey stage in Milwaukee and it was THEN I decided I was going to start a band. Though the group has disbanded, each one of the members has new projects rolling, which I highly recommend you check out.

I can't even describe the influential punk rock tsunami that was Bikini Kill. These girls are credited with fronting the Riot Grrrl movement of the 90's which changed the face of rock music for women FOREVER. The band was vital--critical to music history. However, because of their resistance to major media coverage, most of their videos are hand-held live recordings which make the lyrics indiscernible. SO, here is a video of their anthemic track, Rebel Girl spliced in with cuts from Kill Bill. Swords, Fire, Bikini Kill, lets do this.

To wrap up, we have a noise pop track from the Brooklyn duo, Sleigh Bells. This record will karate chop you in half--it's cooler than you, it's crunchy, it's loud, and there's a tower of flaming guitars. Hit it!

Thanks for joining the party! Got a song you want to add to the tape? Leave a link in the comments!

Omagoshomagosh: Unicorns

2011-07-16T08:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Lollipops! Like any red-blooded woman of the 21st century, I have a borderline unhealthy obsession with unicorns. I've decided to share this addiction with you through a round up of my most favoritest unicorn crap.

I have an addiction: respect it.

This post on unicorn graffiti makes me so happy I can hardly breathe. Peep it. Love it.

This sweet cut by Uh Huh Her has a REAL LIVE UNICORN waltzing through it.

And to conclude, a collection of incredibly serious drawings by Marc Johns.

Paint Party: Her Floating Neon Island

2011-07-15T06:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Kittens! Happy Paint Party Friday: here's the progress of my latest piece! She's still in flux, but I'm getting excited about the results. (You can click the image for a larger view.) I started working into the acrylic with watercolors, pencil and nail polish and the resulting surface has become pretty sumptuous.

I've never made a painting like this. It's a combination of ideas, new territory. I like to think that she is an Island--that objects and energies are sprouting from her, or maybe she's dreaming them...
The view here is slightly skewed, but I wanted to show how the nail polish acts like a spot varnish. The irises of her eyes and some of the shapes in the foreground are sparkly. The polish really souped up the color and acts as a blender. Another reason to love GLITTER!!

I just started sketching in this little pink deer. I haven't decided if I'm in love with it yet, but the tiny floating islands definitely need some wildlife. Thoughts anyone?

I am anxious to see what sort of creative kung-fu you've all been up to this week! I haven't been able to visit all of you as often as I'd like, but I appreciate all of your heART support in the past weeks. Much Love, Paint and Rock and Roll, Cupcakes!

Headdress Diary: 50 Feathers, a Guitar Strap and a Mission

2011-07-14T08:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Gumdrops! I must confess: I am obsessed with headdresses. I love to look at them, I love to paint them and decided it was time to finally make one. I wanted something bold, something you could see from the moon, something that made me feel like a bad ass. Here's the evidence of my first attempt:

I began with about 50 neon feathers, a guitar strap and bits of maribou trim. Each feather needed to be wrapped in felt so it could be attached to the larger armature. The fluff from maribou is worse than glitter--it sticks to EVERYTHING including the inside of your nose.

After the initial structure was built, I decided it needed a symmetrical element and started on these felt medallion embellishments. I had a lot of fun letting the project progress organically...which really means I didn't have a plan. :)

My craft law is that thou shalt always use pony beads. All of the ribbon fringe was attacked with plastic beads and embroidery thread.

Here, after several hours and many glue-gun burns later, is the finished project: understated and sweet. The Height of fashion. Every girl should own one. :)

I can't WAIT to start on the next one! Tell me about your latest project! What have you been up to?

Grrrl Camp Recap!

2011-07-10T15:10:00.000-07:00

Hello Cherubs! This weekend my womens circle tore it UP at Grrrl Camp: a paint spattered punk rock island for lost girls! It was what we wished girl scout camp had been like, complete with opening ceremony, raunchy camp songs and Southern Comfort. Guests sported their best camp attire and rough-housed till the sun went down! Here's a recap of the festivities:

Camp Counselor: Yours Truly.

Your Co Counselor: Skallywag (aka Mom) serious trouble maker,
belly dancer extraordinaire and destroyer of beers. As you
can see, the apple doesn't fall far from the tree.

We had a kick ass craft table fully stocked with googly eyes.
The McGyver Craft Challenge was brutal! Many good
pipe cleaners were lost. Camp is NOT for the faint of heart...

After a wicked water balloon fight, intense tug-o-war competition
and recovering from Red Rover--we broke out the war paint.
Here's Anna showing off her sweet sleeve.

After an entire day of shenanigans we needed SERIOUS refreshments:
Cue the brews and smart dogs. These ladies brought a MOUNTAIN of
food. Lost Girls never go hungry. :)

And to close, an awesome drum circle! We shook it till our scout sashes fell off. We had a blast watching the fire-fly firework display flickering in the woods while we stumbled through songs we thought we'd all forgotten.

We went to bed sunburned, reeking of bug spray, with new friends and bruises. It's good to be a grrrl.

Video Zen: Clear Lake

2011-07-10T07:00:00.000-07:00

Hello Starlings! This past weekend I spent a few wonderfully rejuvenating days at one of my favorite places on earth: The Cabin. The green water, the dirt smell, the loon songs--all exactly what my bones wanted. Here's a tidbit of video zen taken from the boat:

Where do you go to hide out and heal?

MINX MIX TAPE: Volume #9

2011-07-09T08:00:00.000-07:00

Hey Sugarsnacks! Welcome to another installment of Minx Mix Tape: an all girl digital dance party devoted to ladies past and present who are making noteworthy music for the masses. Let's get to the tape!

We're going to kick off this week's tape with a trip down memory lane--I discovered this band as a freshman in high school. A new friend offered me a ride home in her van we pet named, "The Doom Wagon" and as she turned the key, Kittie blasted me into a new musical dimension. "Can girls sing like that? Is this legal??"

Now we'll bring it down a notch with one of my favorite artists, Neko Case. Something about her velvety voice, the cut of her lyrics and the saddest steal guitar in the world just gets me every time. I've had the pleasure of seeing her twice and her live performances are just as haunting and brilliant as her records.

And to wrap up this week's dance party we'll time warp to be in the holy presence of the Godmother of Punk Rock, Patti Smith. This is one of my All Time Favorite Performances: The Old Grey Whistle test circa 1976. Here Patti tears it up with her epic Lyrical tirade, Horses.

Thanks for joining the party! Got a song you want to share? Leave a link in the comments!

Paint Party: Winston Churchill

2011-07-08T07:00:00.000-07:00

What words make you make stuff?

Her Speak

Glamor Puss: Flapper Love Tutorial

Thank You Note: Mr. Milo Guy

GirlZilla: Destroyer Diary

"Edge" by Sylvia

Love is Leaky: A Studio Romance

Glamor Puss!

Stuff That's Totally Doin' It For Me Right Now

Vlog: Whisper Show-and-Tell

Pancake Makeup and The Professional Path

WE CAN MAKE IT.

Book Love: Home Rockanomics

She's Lurking: No Bait or Bullets

Stuff That's Totally Doin' It For Me Right Now

F*ck It. Do it: Nights Like Last Night

Swizzle Fashion Show Sneak Peeks!

Video: Resume Crash Course

Virgin a Day: 10

Virgin a Day: 9

Dream Journal: Violet Diamond Water

Virgin a Day: 8

HerSpeak's Accidental Poetry Slam

Virgin a Day: Lady Light: HerSpeak Guided Meditation

Virgin a Day: 6

Virgin a Day: 5

Virgin a Day: 4

How To Be Alone: Video Poem

Virgin a Day: 3

Nose Candy: Paint Diary

Virgin a Day: 1 & 2

Destroyer Day Dream: Art Journal Entry

Stuff That's Totally Doin' It For Me Right Now

MINX MIX TAPE: Volume #12

DIY Dream Flags

Video Blog: Setting Up Your Own Shows

Handmade Holiday: How To Novel Wreathe

My Home Away From Home in My Home

Inspiration! Fashion is: Art Every Day

Vesta: Top 5 Tips for Home MAKING

Fort Nacho: A Survival Guide

Treasure Chest: Medicine Bag: New Friends

Vlog: Handmade Holiday Crusade!

Stuff That's Totally Doin' It For Me Right Now

Dance Party Portraits: New Work In Progress

Dia de Los Muertos Give Away!

Broad Strokes: Lady Artists to Peep: Volume 4

Thank You Note to Guitar

Boho Spa Day

Updates: No Rest for The Wicked!

Big Day! Craftasmagoria Completed!

Collaboration Station: YumYumArt & Skallywag Fashions Photoshoot

Introducing: Season of The Witch!

Video Zen: Beach Grass

Studio Cam: New Tinkerings

Wishcasting: Making Diamonds

Hecate: Rediscover Your Dark Goddess

F*ck It Up: Top 3 Tips for Makers

Stuff That's Totally Doin' It For Me Right Now

Blog Party: HerSpeak Equinox Shindig!

Advice For Young Girls: *Giggle Snort*

Burn Out: Shift For Survival

In The Studio: Shrine Series

Church of Adele:

Broad Strokes: Lady Artists to Peep: Volume 3

How To Ruin a Music Box

Bad Luck No Fun Social Club: Sneak Peek!

Book Love: Cullinary Trickery

Full Moon Party Post!

Weekend Update: Life Advice by Bjork

Willow Journey: Art Journal

Beach Queen: Sticks, Stones and Bones

Serendipitous: A Secret Gallery

Words: Star Goddess Watercolor

Trip to The Woods: Treasure Hunting

Vlog: How To Be a Total Miss Bossy Mittens

Open Letter to Phantom Masking Tape Centipede

Video Zen: Cherry Blossoms

MINX MIX TAPE: Volume #12

Thank You Note to the Typewriter

Book Love: Nightshade Gothic Tales by Women

Advice For Young Girls: Giggle Snort