Anytime I see one

... it makes me happy anytime. The simple and beautiful daisy flower. On our walks lately I have carried my camera for future project reference - this is one of the extras. :)

I haven't had much time to draw and work on my computer at home. It's been busy the last few weeks and then a few lazy days. But lots of walking, bike riding and getting fit - so hard to get it all done sometimes.

Keep checking back, I've got some great things brewing, just finding the time is the trick.

Kelly Tweet Follow @kellymedina

It's about time!

Well I have been meaning to put something up in this window to give us a bit of privacy. I had the hardest time deciding exactly what I wanted there. I didn't want something to block out the light completely, but I wanted whatever material to obscure the view. So when I was at the fabric store this weekend I was toying around with burlap for curtains in the bedroom, but decided it would be perfect for this window. I'm very happy with it. Yaya, privacy! (not that we get many visitors - such loners!) Tweet Follow @kellymedina

MP3 Zen Case

I have been taking a small break from drawing (on the computer) the last week. I was feeling a bit overwhelmed with a crazy work schedule and the awful heat - I'm such a wuss when it comes to hot weather. So to lighten up a bit I'm just kicking back for a week and getting outside when the weather cools down. It's been nice.

I thought I would post something I made a few weeks back for my Zen player. I gave my self a real doozie of a headache hammering the snaps in. Ha! But I was very pleased with how it turned out.

The velcro strap's dual purpose is to hold the USB wire (for easy download/uploading) and keep the Zen tucked away in its fold. The other side holds the additional attachment for the Zen. I added some stuffing between the felt and fabric to really give it some cushioning (I broke my last one, due to a crappy case that did nothing for protection). It folds in half, snaps and fits perfectly in my bag!

Thanks for visiting and more illustrations to come soon! Tweet Follow @kellymedina

Illustration Friday - Twist

Tongue Twisters!
Miss Smith lisps as she talks and lists and she walks. Tweet Follow @kellymedina

Illustration Friday - Camouflage

This week's topic was a bit harder for me. I was trying to think of animals that I could use as the main subject, but I kept coming back to the idea of hiding and not being seen as a little girl. I remember when I was a kid (and even sometimes now as an adult) I felt like if I was at least covered by my favorite blanket (aka Wubby or Wubus) I was untouchable and as good as invisible. Nothing could penetrate the good ole Wubby. Though it was very important to have all limbs under Wubby, or you were a sure goner! :)

Anyways, this is my version of the topic. Thanks for taking a peek.

Kelly Tweet Follow @kellymedina

Fabric Shelf - yaya!

Chris made this wonderful shelving case for me to put all my fabrics out on display. I have seen many crafters with shelves loaded up with colorful fabrics and I immediately talked with Chris about building one for me. He started working on plans to make it, he did a great job and learned a lot from the project. It's so great to be able to ask for something and have it custom handmade for you. Thanks again, Chris :)

Now I need to do a bit more shopping to fill it up! I just LOVE seeing the fabric displayed like this. Inspiring! Tweet Follow @kellymedina

Illustration Friday - Rejection

The Pacific Northwest Snubbler bird is best known for its incessant method of shunning and out right rejection of other Snubbler birds if they aren’t the same height, color or size. The forest will echo with chirps that sound a lot like “hmph!” or “phfff!”. Luckily, to maintain their existence, every Snubbler bird does have a mate that will be an exact reflection of itself. Once they find this mate they will only shun other Snubbler birds when feeling bored or lonely. Tweet Follow @kellymedina

Illustration Friday - Suit

Hoot Suit definition: A cousin garment to the infamous Zoot suit. It removes all glitz and flash and maintains a classic, subdued elegance that only a very sophisticated creature can pull off. Mostly worn by owls of varying size (can be custom fitted) and color. While some might find it a bit boxy on the body, the owl likes the way it flatters their form and can be found checking themselves out in the reflections of rivers or ponds.

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I had a lot of fun with this one. I wanted to say thanks to all that have given such kind comments to my last few illustrations - I really appreciate it and I am so glad I finally started posting.

Thanks again,

Kelly Tweet Follow @kellymedina

Bunny - Mini

Cute bunny I made this weekend. This was a good practice for hand stitching using embroidery thread with felt. I haven't done too much of that and I really enjoy hand stitching all around. I think I might put a magnet in between the body felt pieces so that it could be a fridge magnet. Tweet Follow @kellymedina

Just for Fun!

Your Birthdate: January 25

You excel at anything difficult or high tech. In other words, you're a total (brilliant) geek. It's difficult for you to find people worth spending time with. Which is probably why you'll take over the world with your evil robots! Your strength: Your unfailing logic Your weakness: Loving machines more than people Your power color: Tan Your power symbol: Pi Your power month: July

What Does Your Birth Date Mean?

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