"Faces" Challenge--Tag Tuesday and Lovey's Challenge

This set of “Inner Beauty” tags was created from commercial papers and embellishments, as well as vintage photos from Marie's Freebies. Although the faces on these women are so lovely, I feel that inner
beauty is what makes a person truly beautiful!

These were created to enter into the Tag Tuesday challenge. Thank you so much for visiting!

These are also linked to Lovey's challenge!

Special Announcement

If you REALLY want to smile, go to Jan's
Boardwalk Bragfest and see the VW
that a family turned into a planter!!!
It is amazingly creative!!!
HUGS,
Cindy

Boardwalk Bragfest Button is on the right!!!

Tea Cup Tuesday

This pattern is Lady Carlyle from Royal Albert.



One of my wedding tags displayed on the china saucer.



Back of saucer.


Tea Cup Tuesday

Hi Everyone--

I received a sweet post today from Terri at Tea Cup Tuesday asking if I had any teacups I could display for this Link Party...Wow, where do I begin? I have 8 complete sets of fine china from Wedgewood to Royal Albert...so, I chose a teacup from my favorite set and thought I would display it for you...I have also been collecting fine china tea cup sets for more than 30 years, so I will have much more to share with you in the future. All of them are English bone china.

My apologies for a lack of flowers and full setting, but I was trying to do this quickly to be on time!

Wow, it sounds very much like, "I'm late, I'm late for a very important date!"

Thank you for visiting me.

Please scroll down to the next post if you would like to see my "tea bag" jars.

Teafully yours,
Cindy

"Tea Time Treasures"

A perfect place to store your tea



"Bella" Jar



"Alyssa" Jar

Tea Time Treaures

At last, a special place to store your tea bags. These mixed-media jars can be used on the counter, in the cupboard, or right on the table for a friendly tea party. Pink tulle inside. Graphics from the Graphics Fairy. Also, commercial papers and embellishments.

Show Off Your Cottage Monday

Teapot and Tea Things Tuesday

Teacup Tuesday

Boardwalk Bragfest

Mixed Media Monday--"Play" Theme

Mixed Media Monday's theme is "Play." So, what is my REAL idea about that? For me, when I am playing, it's when my buttons and ribbon and flowers are on the table...so, I took a picture of them and used them for the background of this picture.

Have a great day!
Hugs,
Cindy

Does anyone know?

Hi Everyone...
Do any of you know where the challenge Blue Monday is?

I saw it, but now I can't find it!

Your help would really be appreciated.
Hugs,
Cindy

New Drawing!

On my I Owe it All to Him blog, I am having a link party that runs from Friday (today) through Sunday, July 18 night at 9 p.m. All I'm asking for people to do is post their favorite Bible verse on their blog and link it up on my blog...(Link is there.)

Anyone who links up is automatically entered into the drawing to win this repurposed tin. There will be a random drawing and I will announce the winner on Sunday night after the Link Party closes.

I love this image, so that is why I used it to create this mini piece of mixed media art. The image is from Marie's Freebie's along with commercial papers and embellishments.

To reach my other blog, just go to: I Owe it All to Him.

This is now closed.

Have a nice weekend!
Hugs,
Cindy

Bliss Journal

Some of you saw the Bliss bottle that I posted (below.) Here is the journal that goes with it which is entered into a contest at Mind Wide Open...If you look closely, you'll also see an accompanying tag...thanks so much for coming by!!! I love company!
Hugs,
Cindy

"Find Your Bliss" Mixed Media Bottle and Journal

This bottle and journal were created with graphics from Mind Wide Open and the Graphics Fairy, as well as commercial papers and embellishments. Used both Mod Podge and gesso. Also includes crocheted lace, cheesecloth, glass beads, and faux pearls.

I'm hooking this up to:

The Graphics Fairy

http://theinspiredroom.net/

Hodge Podge Friday

and

Show and Tell Friday



Thank you for visiting my blog...I hope you stay awhile!
Hugs,
Cindy

Today I would like to announce the following winner of each of my drawings:

Ooh-la-la Paris Tag: Nancy Y of The Trinket Collector

"French Beauty" Necklace: Carolee of Visions of Bliss

"Paris" Clips: Debbie of Mosaic Magpie

Congratulations!

Please email me your last names and addresses right away so that I can mail them out to you.

You can email me at: cindylou_20@hotmail.com

Hugs,
Cindy

New Surprise Day!

Hi Everyone--
Well, I bet you didn't think there would be another "Surprise
Day" so soon, did you? Well, neither did I! But, here is!

I picked 2 names at random and made tags for special friends on here....

Barbara of Moore Whimsies
and

Kelly at:
I Wished on the Moon

(You can tell which one is which because monograms are on them!)

Congratulations!

Please email me your addresses (and last names) to my email address, okay?

Hugs,
Cindy
xoxox

Rednesday!

Did I mention that I think blogging is FUN? Well, I wanted to join the party over at Rednesday where everything is red! I have decided to post a picture of my staircase. Thanks for coming by!
Hugs,
Cindy

New Link Party!

This coming Friday-Sunday, I will be having a Link Party on my inspirational blog, I Owe it All to Him. All I'm asking is for people to put their favorite Bible verse on their blogs and link them up...easy, peasy. But, it will be very inspiring and also people will have a chance to see what you've been up to lately.

Hope you'll join us there!
Hugs,
Cindy
xoxox

Les Petites Tablettes--Tres Shabby Chic

These little tablets are the perfect size for special little notes.
Created with images from The Graphics Fairy, as well as
commercial embellishments.

I'm linking these up to White Wednesday!

Whatya Workin' on Wednesday
http://sweets-mycountryhome.blogspot.com

Three Muses Challenge

Your Touch Transports Me

This week, we were asked to create art
with the theme of "Magic Carpet Rides."
Somehow, this idea came to mind.

Altered art created with my own painting,
an image from the Graphics Fairy and the woman
is from Dezinaworld.

To visit this challenge, please go to:

Three Muses Challenge

New "Surprise Day!"--Ballet Tags

For Suzanne of Florida


For the owner of the blog Ballet News


Hi Everyone,
I am having another Surprise Day today!

I picked 2 names at random and made these special tags.

One is for Suzanne of Florida (the one that says "Ballet Class")

and the other one is for the owner of the blog, Ballet News! (The clock face is not part of the tag.)

When you see their beautiful blogs, you'll understand why I picked a "ballet" theme.

Congratulations!

Please just email me your addresses (and last names) so I can mail them to you!

They are made with commercial papers and embellishments. Also, the Ballet News tag features a graphic from the Graphics Fairy.

I am linking this up to Boardwalk Bragfest.

I am also linking these up to Tag Tuesday!

http://kardkrazy.blogspot.com/


Hugs,
Cindy

Happy News Today!

Hi Everyone--
If you want to enter the drawing for the "Paris" clips, please scroll down the page...it is posted! A name will be picked on July 15.

The clips were featured on Brag Monday today at the Graphics Fairy--I'm so excited--thank you so much, Karen!
Hugs,
Cindy

Little Dainties

These “little dainties” were created as a sweet gesture to let someone know that you are thinking about them. They were made from images attached to grungeboard and also feature commercial embellishments.


These are linked up to:

Boardwalk Bragfest


Counting Your Blessings http://countingyourblessings.blogspot.com

Also, linking this up to Made By You Monday:

http://www.skiptomylou.org/

and

http://astrollthrulife.blogspot.com/



http://makingtheworldcuter.blogspot.com/

Pail with Eggs--For Brag Monday and Mixed Media Monday

Hi Everyone--When I saw this little pail, I couldn't wait to incorporate it into this week's project...I used an image from the Graphics Fairy. I love the light blue as a soft accent color in this graphic. I added moss grass, miniature eggs, and silk flowers for a light summer feel. It is adorned with pale grayish blue organza ribbon.

The more I'm looking at this picture, I'm thinking that the miniature eggs look like potatoes! But, in person they really do look like eggs...lol

(One more thing, if you decide to try this, you can also add a card with a name on it tucked inside and use it as a place holder for a luncheon--fun and simple!)

This little pail is being linked up to:

Mixed Media Monday
Brag Monday at the Graphics Fairy.

If you would like to enter the "Paris" clips drawing and "French Beauty" drawing, just scroll down the page....the drawing is on the 15th!

Thank you for looking!

"The Naturals" Tag Collection

Here is a new collection of tags that was created with
commercial papers and embellishments in earth tones
and black accents. Includes batik fabric, cheesecloth,
and fibers.

Sunday Postcard Art

This altered art was created with graphics
from Marie's Freebies and the Graphics Fairy.

Sunday Postcard Art

Thanks for visiting!

Link Event Through Sunday Night

Hi Everyone--
On my blog, I Owe it All to Him, I am having a link event that goes from today (Friday July 9) through Sunday night...If you would like to link up, I'd love to have you. Each person is sharing their spiritual, inspirational space. It can be inside or outdoors. I'd love for you to join us and show us yours. We will all be inspired.
Hugs,
Cindy
P.S. The link to my other blog is http://Ioweitalltohim.blogspot.com

Wedding Bible Tag

Here is a tag to celebrate an up-coming wedding...It was created with a vintage graphic and commercial papers and embellishments.

Art Creations Friday Challenge

This altered art piece was created digitally with
a background from Art Creations Friday.
The image of the woman is from the Graphics Fairy.
Thanks for coming to visit my blog!
Hugs,
Cindy

Faded Memories

This altered art was created for The Three Muses Challenge.
This is my first time entering! Graphics are from the Graphics Fairy.
Hugs,
Cindy

A fun way to say "Happy Birthday!"

Here is a personalized "Birthday Box" for a Sweet 16 party! It is made with all commercial papers and embellishments.
If you would like to special order one for any age birthday, just contact me via email.
Hugs,
Cindy

Surprise Day!

Hi everyone...

Today is Surprise Day here on my blog! I have just completed 2 tags--one is for Maria in Australia and one is for Jody.

They were created using commercial papers and embellishments.

Maria’s is the one with the butterfly and the number 8 as Maria has eight children...she is very blessed! And Maria makes such beautiful mixed media art!

Jody’s is the one with the glittery bird on it and flowers. Since her website is Home and Heart, I thought that she would find a wonderful place to display it.

(Maria and Jody, please email me your addresses and last names so that I can send these to you.)

I hope you’ll visit their blogs and be inspired.

Note: I will have Surprise Day every once in awhile here at Whimsical Musings. First, I pick 2 names at random from people who visit my blog, and then make a tag especially for them. It’s a new tradition that I just started--how fun!

Maria: http://ajourneythatstartshere.blogspot.com/

Jody: http://ahomeandheart.blogspot.com

Hugs,
Cindy

Re-Announcing "Paris Items" Drawing

Hi Everyone--

If you would like to enter my drawings for the "Paris" clips and the "French Beauty" necklace, just leave me a message...If you've already entered, no need to re-enter. I will pick a winner for each giveaway randomly on July 15.
Hugs,
Cindy

THESE DRAWINGS ARE NOW CLOSED.


Entered on Boardwalk Bragfest!

And Amy of Mod Podge Rocks was so kind to announce this on her facebook page!

Also, linked up to Whatya Workin' on Wednesday

Home Sweet Home

This little shabby chic birdhouse was created with images from the Graphics Fairy, as well as commercial papers and embellishments.

It is being entered into the Alter It Monthly challenge

Punkin' Seed Productions


It's a Hodge Podge Life

I'm Lovin' It Fridays

Chic on a Shoestring

Hugs,
Cindy

Just a little something to make you smile....

Created from vintage images,as well as images from Lisa's Altered Art.

Hugs,
Cindy

Friends Forever

This digital collage features vintage photos. The background is actually made from a vintage wallpaper sample.

Hope you're having an awesome summer!

Announcing a New Linky Event!

On Friday July 9, 2010, I will be having a Linky party so that you can show us your “inspirational” place--it can be inside or outdoors. It will be on my inspirational blog at http://Ioweitalltohim.blogspot.com

After it is concluded, I will have a drawing and one person who enters their photo will be able to win this tag. It is made from grungeboard which has been inked. Commercial papers, embellishments, and lettering were used to create it. It hangs from an organza ribbon.

Mixed Media Monday--"Something Borrowed"

Hi Everyone-

I couldn’t wait to use this image from Mind Wide Open--and this new challenge was my opportunity. The piece is hanging from a wire hanger (also from Mind Wide Open) and I was so excited to use it in my art.

This was also the first time that I have incorporated the use of paper with fabric...I like to work with batik as the colors are so rich. In addition to attaching it to the canvas, I also cut it in strips and used it along with other fibers and soy silk attached to the hanger itself. Beading with miniature coins were used as a trim to complete the piece. Also includes commercial graphics and embellishments.

I have been seeing hangers used to display several pieces, so I have “borrowed” the idea for this challenge.

To reach this challenge, please go to: Mixed Media Monday

Happy 4th of July Everyone!

Sunday Postcard Art

Last year, my daughter went on a cross-country
trip and took this photograph of street art near
the U.S./Mexico border.




With it, I created this collage for
the "street art" challenge.

At Sunday Postcard Art we were asked to create a piece that reflects "street art." Graphics used are from Dezinaworld and the Graphics Fairy. In this work, lifestyles are juxtaposed, as well as locations. The message is simple--whoever we are and wherever we create art, it
comes from inside. A special "thank you" to my daughter, Jenny.

Art Creations Friday

Altered art/Cindy Adkins.
Background by the Graphics Fairy.

To reach this challenge, please go to:
http://artcreationsfriday.blogspot.com

Please scroll down to read about my "Sanctuary" Linky party--show us your "inspiration" room!

So Excited!

Thank you to Carol from The Answer is Chocolate! She just presented me with the Versatile Blogger Award! I am so humbled.

It came with these instructions:

1. Thank the person who gave you the award.
2. Share 7 things about yourself.
3. Pass the award along to 15 bloggers who you have recently discovered and who you think are fantastic!
4. Contact the bloggers you've picked and let them know about the award.

Here's my list:

1. A few years ago, I went to a private party at the White House to celebrate the 4th of July!
2. I have my own column in the newspaper.
3. I love to country dance, salsa, and swing.
4. I completed my Master's Degree in Humanities 3 years ago (my thesis was about Billie Holiday.)
(This list is hard!)
5. I love chocolate!
6. I love hydrangeas but I can't grow them here because it is too hot.
7. I know Sign Language.

Special "Sanctuary" Linky Event--Don't Miss It!

This is my personal prayer space. For those of you who are not familiar with my new prayer blog called I Owe it All to Him, there will be a special event next Friday, July 9. Everyone is invited to share a picture of their special "inspirational" place--their sanctuary. Just post it on your blog and link it up so we can all come visit.

I am linking this event to a very special site called The Inspired Room:http://theinspiredroom.net/

and another beautiful challenge called Show and Tell Fridays at:

>http://romantichome.blogspot.com/



Hugs,
Cindy
xoxo

Happy 4th of July--Patriotic Parade, I'm Lovin' It Fridays, Shabby Chic Cottage and It's A Hodge Podge Life Challenges

Hi Everyone--
This is a repurposed candle holder, turned on its side...
It was made with commercial embellishments and also graphics from the Graphics Fairy.

To reach these challenges, go to:
http://www.theshabbychiccottage.net http://itsahodgepodgelife.blogspot.com/
http://www.tidymom.net/

http://diaryofacraftaholic.blogspot.com


For more 4th of July ideas, please scroll down my blog!

Hugs,
Cindy

French Obsession--Frenchy's Challenge

I love to put tags in various areas in my home--This one is a surprise for Frenchy--it's been personalized for her and will be sent her way soon!

To find this great challenge, just look for the button on the left of this blog (the one with the beautiful French woman in it!)
Frenchy is such an inspiration to so many...a wonderful homemaker and decorator par excellence! Don't miss her blog...you'll love it!

I put a French song on my blog to go with it!

Oh--one more thing...the tag was made with an image from the Graphics Fairy (how could we make it without Karen?) and also commercial papers and embellishments.
Hugs,
Cindy