I am here at the Craft & Hobby Association (CHA) Trade show in Anaheim, California. I look forward to this event each year because it is a chance for me to recharge my mojo. The Winter CHA Mega show is a chance to view trending products and designs as well as see all the latest and greatest products available in the craft and hobby industry. My favorite part, however, is the
Artist Crush January 2016 Madeline Faiella
I have to proudly say that Florida is home to many of my art friends. This month, I’d like to introduce you to Madeline Faiella, my Artist Crush for January 2016, Madeline is a very sweet and joyful artist who is Living The Art Life™. I finally met Madeline a few years ago at the CHA (www.craftandhobby.org) MegaShow. Madeline is the owner and designer behind Madeline Faiella Designs, LLC. She is
Take Time To Create-Mixed Media Monthly Challenge
Happy New Year 2016! Do you make New Year resolutions? Do you participate in One Little Word® with Ali Edwards? I’ve done a little of both this year. My One Little Word® is Intention. This word has been spoken and/or placed before me multiple times in the last few weeks, so I feel that is a sign for me to embrace that. So this year, I will do things in relation
CHA Mega Show Time Is Here
Each year at this time, I’m frantically trying to prepare for the CHA Show. I can’t believe it is already CHA Mega Show Time. I purposely chose to take it easy this year and spend some time actually seeing some of the show instead of working the entire time. This will be the first year since becoming a CHA Designer Member that I do not have a display in the
Gain Back Time with Grocery Delivery
“I have no groceries in the house and too many things to do today to go grocery shopping. Yet, I need to feed my family.” Do you have those days too? I’m sure you can relate. I have those days much more than I probably want to admit to you or even to myself. If only my groceries could be delivered, I’d gain back time in my day. I am