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Creations, Heads or Tails?

Posted by the Painted Apron on April 12, 2015 · 23 Comments 

When I  saw these plates  I had a screaming meemee fit  fell in love with this Sardina collection at Anthropologie~ photo source I have found that if you’re crazy over a dinnerware pattern, sometimes investing in just a few pieces is a great way to get the most bang for your buck.  You can mix … Continue reading →

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Creations, How to Steal like an Artist

Posted by the Painted Apron on August 11, 2013 · 14 Comments 

Steal like an artist!  I recently came across this book by Austin Kleon. His basic premise is that there are no original ideas, that all ideas are the metamorphism of the ones before them, and thus original because of the unique combination each person puts on them.  He says, “Steal Like an Artist!” It’s ok! … Continue reading →

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