Treasury worth a Promo

Another treasury is up and running. Its a painters' theme - which is close to home. This is an experimental majority Aussie collection.

http://www.etsy.com/treasury/MTE1Mjg2NzV8MjcyMzU3ODAzMA/painters-fuel-artist-collection-2?ref=pr_treasury

I wish my studio had the feel of this treasury. A nice & warm supportive clean space that lets your creativity flow like a hot chocolate fountain.

Alas it doesn't.

Infact, each day it begins to look a little more like this... 

Studio of Francis Bacon. Suddenly, I stop feeling guilty.

Thanks to the image of a studio belonging to the great Francis Bacon, I feel much better. Its good to be in fabulous company

Adventure packed Evening

Last night I watched awesome films at the Banff Festival. Heart pumping, adrenalin cursing, hair raising stuff that make us comparative mortals look like earth worms.

I coursed my way with a crazed friend through thick Sydney traffic on a commuter bike to get there. This bike was grueling and heavy compared to my roadie. My legs got me there and back in one piece albeit with some sweat and pain. Note to self: Do not wear makeup knowing that a lot of riding effort lies before me. I arrived home wearing panda eyes good enough for the hospital scene in a mid-day tv melodrama.

But I digress, this is a preview of the films..

Painter's Fuel

Its raining outside. Im so snuggly in here and its a good day to get my business in order. Including a bit of advertising for other etsy-ers.

Etsy treasuries are such an entertaining way to organise favorite listings on a palette. Ive started an artist series which collects images reminding me of certain artistic careers.

The first I did was a writers workspace..

Writers Fuel - Artist Series 1

I did another which I will post next. But Im happy to let this float independently for now.

Hope you enjoy! (You can visit the original plus more if you tap on the image)

Woodwork Scarf Holders - A lovely Invention

Cool Banana's. My little studio has born some lovely things lately. I've made a few scarf holders the last week and am more than happy. These beauties are such a great invention for keeping your favorites displayed.

Scarf Holder with Shelf by Ayliss on Etsy

Scarf or Teatowel Holder Shelf by Ayliss on Etsy

There are so many things I want to design and make its difficult to begin. I guess the difference between a success and a failure is having the motivation and vision to start and complete a project. Taking care of business has never been the strongest part of my personality, instead I love the making. However, if you want to get your work out there you can't afford to be complacent when it comes to the hard stuff...marketing, finance, managing time and all that jazz.

I'm now finished my big cycling adventures for the year, and with christmas coming Ive got loads of projects to polish off. Next installment coming soon..