Spring Cleaning

Spring is almost here, my energy level is up and the days are getting longer.I couldn’t see the top of my 6 foot drawing table. My notes had notes, my reminders had reminders. I know I put that $%#)&!? somewhere.

I would “rather eat dirt” than do what I needed to do…… THE DREADED SPRING OFFICE CLEAN

It took days of organizing, creating systems, finding space for stuff. I even went as far as organizing my computer files. (this was huge!) It is amazing how much lighter I feel… I have read about this feeling and have had glimpses of it. It is truly wonderful. My ideas are flowing and I can find something to draw them with.

The closet can wait. till next week, xx Andrea

Candle light anyone?

Ahhh...Candle light,  the warmth, the glow, it’s romantic, special and just plain flattering to all.

When is the last time you ate dinner by candlelight? Do you remember the tone it set?  Those flickering lights helped soothe your soul. It also gives the appearance of a beautiful, calm atmosphere – even on those days or weeks when calm is the furthest thing from reality.

FYI ( a little history) The earliest known candles originated in China around 200 BC, and were made from whale fat. With the fairly consistent and measurable burning of a candle, a common use was to tell the time.

My love of candle-light has inspired a new line of home accessories. The studio is filled with these textually carved pieces of wood and acrylic that will blend together creating contemporary sculptural candle holders. Here is a sneak peak.

Stay tuned for the finished products

til next week xx

Andrea

What Blog?

I think I am caught up….. 2011 went out with deadlines met.  2012 started up with deadlines to meet.what all this means... #1    I am so lucky to be creating work that is inspiring, fun and looks wonderful in place.  and.... #2     Blogging took a back seat.

So, as I put together my images of the custom pieces that have been installed, I will share them with you. Below is a sampling.

This  9' console with a custom color beneath the glass blends the room together ___________

A Mantel Shelf was install in a Ft Worth, downtown loft. The clients and their designer chose a wonderful array of textures, colors and art. __________

A close up of a Dining Room Pedestal created for an Aspen couple's new home. It is topped with a 72" round glass. __________

Big, strong and beefy. This table has an inset of leather hide as well as stainless accents. ____________

Mirrors... This is a one of the custom mirrors installed recently. Stainless steel corners and hand carved texture. ____________

Until next week, xx

Andrea

Santa's Workshop

FRESH FROM THE STUDIO!

Santa's Workshop???

This organized mess is what happens in the middle of production.  Projects with different deadlines, waiting their turn.  Last week was wild, the dust was flying, all the stars were aligned and several pieces were installed for the holidays, with a sigh of relief !

I wish you all a very beautiful and Happy Holiday Season with all the stars aligned.

till next week, Andrea

Enhancing Nature.....Just a little...

FRESH FROM THE STUDIO!

Enhancing Nature.....Just a little,... Cleaning it up, bringing out even more beauty by sanding, brightening the color and adding a bunch of love. These one-of-a-kind accessory tables will also have a surprise element. Stay tuned!

till next week, xx

Andrea