Deer Mountain Wood Art

Wow! I saw I had all of these views and hearts all of a sudden - and boom!! I found out my Zen Garden was featured on the front page at Etsy!! Yay! =D




How cool!! =D


Thanks for "stopping by the shop!"
Freida

Well the girl accepted his words, to my utter surprise he came home that night with a muttered, "everything's fine, why?" Maybe I don't know the heart, like I thought I knew the heart?!?lol I'm glad though - she makes him so happy, and what mother wouldn't want her boy to be happy?
It's been a while since I've written - my toes are so cold from sitting here at the computer for the last 3 hours that I don't know if it's worth trying to write a decent blog post right now or not! lol
The length of time has been well-spent though, trying to catch up on all of the EFA things I needed to do but haven't had the chance to yet; I wrote in about the Treasury I curated - though it's not getting much in the way of views. It was planned a long time ago and though I started to change my mind on the theme, but I didn't. So "Birds of a Feather" it is - when it expires I will put a screen shot up - I think I'll plan another for a little further in the future.
In regards to the folks that seem to have a treasury up all of the time I used to think, "Dang, they must think they've got the corner on believing they have such great taste that we all just want to see what they pick..." but I know better now, it's ADDICTING darn it! and I know my taste is not to everyone's liking, but I've been exposed to so many talents that I would've never known about had I not done a few of these, and besides promoting my fellow EFA members, I just want to share what I've found! =D
Also, I'm in another Treasury and it's a really beautifully rendered collection - it's soon to expire so I will post the screen shot that includes the current listing, but after today it will not be clickable... enjoy! I'm hoping it make front page as it's 3rd from the top in activity, so who knows!?!
I'm also working on my new website - the old deermountainwoodart.com has been moved to a new domain host as well as a new website host, so it's been keeping me a little busy - new systems are so hard to learn as I grow older!lol and I have been trying to finish the Intarsia book, but my contributors have not gotten in all of their items, so we're kind of 'on hold' - doesn't look like a Aug 31st publishing date anymore :( but it really doesn't matter as long as we get it done before September is over!
I went to the little yardsale/art sale at the firestation this last weekend and it was just a mess - but I did manage to get to know a little about a couple that wants quite a bit of pieces done, so all was not lost. I did go home early as it just didn't look like much was going to happen. But I didn't expect much, just wanted my neighbors to know that I am still here and still working the wood. They were duely impressed I think?lol =D
So, in the title I wrote "Orders and Order" - I will sum that up here;
"Orders" - have a few orders from this last couple of weeks that I'm working on:

• Dolphin Helmet - for Kay
• Bronco's Helmet - for Kay
• Keepsake Pet Portrait Box - for Leanne
• Dragon Treasure Box - for eBay buyer, Greg
• City Scape - for lady at firestation
• Timberwolf on Burl - for guy at firestation
• "Art Block" - Wolves, number 3, using a painting done by a fellow Etsian
• and finally, a 'game cock' Intarsia piece for Nathan

So I've gotten busy, but I need to get these orders out before the Xmas orders get really started!

"Order" - working on getting my life, websites, blogs, and home in order. Through the summer, things have gotten quite out of control - my wood is everywhere as well as 'pieces in progress', so I'm trying to spend a share of my time getting my life, in general, in order.
I'll also be catching up my personal blog, "Three boys and a dog", and writing all of my 'personal' things there instead of letting them sneak over to here and vice' versa! So if you are interested at all, click on the link and prepare to be astounded by the chaos that is my real life! lol
Well, that's it for now - I was planning on getting busy at 9am but I see it's crept to 9:18 and I really have to get going! It's been so much more fruitful with the boys in school. I miss them, but it's so quiet right now that I would be remiss to not get a lot done while they're gone!!
Thanks for stopping by the shop! I always hope you enjoy, even just a little, my ramblings :0) and will come back often!
Freida

I'm very honored to have my Eagle included in another very special Treasury on Etsy! It's one of my most sought-after pieces and I've had the pleasure recently of creating a very large replica that measured 38" in wingspan!
I invite you to visit the Treasury to see many more pieces of great works in various mediums and would love it if you had a moment to leave a comment on it :0)
Thank you very much Marsiemum for adding my Eagle to this beautiful treasury!!

I've been very busy lately and hope to be listing quite a few creations soon - be sure to stop by my Etsy shop often to see the new additions!

Until next time, Thank you for "stopping by the shop!"
Freida

"We're going to the country!" Treasury is by JuliePeach and it's her first treasury, which makes it extra special to get to be in! =D

I checked out her shop and am really quite impressed! It's well put together, and my my, the gorgeous yummy paper goods are enough to keep me busy =D

You really need to have a look at this fresh shop - here's a shot of her first treasury - pretty great huh!? and no, not just because I'm in it either!! lol

Thanks for "stopping by the shop!"

This is another beautiful treasury that I got to be a part of! I love birds and this one has some artists that I've not had the pleasure of viewing before =D Definitely take a look! This link will expire in a couple of days so here's a snapshot of what was in it in case you didn't get to it in time -



Thank you LeatherSculpture for letting me know about my inclusion in your beautiful treasury! It's an honor to be amongst these amazing creations! =D If you love beautiful leather art then you should definitely check LeatherSculpture out!

Thanks for "stopping by the shop!"
Freida

I got to be in another treasury on Etsy and was so thankful that HaileysBobbins wrote to let me know or I would've missed it completely!! It's a great treasury and I would enclose the link but it won't be onsite much longer so here's a screenshot.
Be sure to visit her shop for some great deals on supplies for sewing and really gorgeous little quilts that are to die for! =D
Thanks for "stopping by the shop!"
Freida

I'm so proud of my little birds =D They are included in a treasury with some incredible things, and seem to fit beautifully - hope it makes the front page!
Thank you Sandra, for adding me to your treasury!! and especially for all the beautiful work that you've done for me =D You are truly amazing, as an artist, friend, and designer!

Please be sure to check out her shop, Share the Love Designs - featured to the right - for all of your graphic designs, as well as special personalized collages, cards, and Mother's Day gifts!

and, as always, thanks for "stopping by the shop!"
Freida

I love being on a treasury - it's the only way you have a chance to make front page as well as a public statement that somebody loves your pieces! =D Can't get better than that!
So visit the link and enjoy viewing all of the other beautiful wood art, as well, that I share a place on this treasury with!
Thanks to Jeffrey at Smile Moon Woodworks for featuring my earrings! =>