Recent Snail Mail!

I was staring at my stack of mail that I need to reply to and decided that I better get a jump on it! I got some higgins ink in my art box so I decided to jazzy up some craft envelopes. I think they turned out pretty neat! My scanner was acting a bit funky. They look way better in real life. Well, not WAY better, but better! I still have lot to reply too. Since when did I get so lazy?

Yay for snail mail! 

Desk Findings: Purple Love!

Purple isn't my favorite color but I discovered that I have a bit of purple lying around! So here's some purpleness desk findings!
-Post card from my pen pal: A lovely reminder that "different is good."
-Tiny scissors: I got these HERE and they are the prefect size to fit in my purse!
-Full adhesive post-its: I love these and use them in my planner to keep me organized!
-Washi Tape: I've so much tape I can't remember where I got this one from. But I love the little rolls that can fit in my bag easily.
-Create a color pencil: I got this in my art snack box last month. I'm normally not a fan of water color pencils but this one is really nice. It has a good weight and flow to it.
-Letter from my pen pal: I love international mail. They always have the best stamps on them!

Phew! Maybe it's time to clean up my desk.

Art Journal for July!

I've a confession to make...I didn't do that well at keeping up with my art journal for July. I didn't realize how difficult it would be creative when I'm in a mopey mood. August is going to be more successful though! I've already gotten a good jump on it! So I only did a few pages this past month and not many drawings. Things are turning around so I'm sure this next month will be better! Plus something is better then nothing!

 I added a envelope to keep nice reminders. Mostly just wise words some of my pen pals have sent me.

I can't believe how fast time is flying by! I hope August is good to me!

July Accomplishments + Doodle!

I'm not gonna lie July wasn't a very good month for me, to say the least. I didn't get much mail sent or really do much of anything. I hate months like that. It was bound to happen though, with the good always comes with the opposite of bad. Some good things did happen though. I got to spend lots of time with my family. Which always helps. My sister just got home so I'm happy that she's back in town! I got a calling at church but failed to really pay attention to what the guy was telling me. Ha but I'm sure I'll figure it out eventually! I'm feeling hopeful for  August! I've lots of mail to write and lots of projects to start. Its about time to get myself out of this rut! What better way then the new month! 

This months doodle! Its not a very good one. I had originally colored it but my marker died in the middle of it so it looked funky. BUT it is summer and time for ice cream! I think I over romanticize ice cream way to much. As odd as that seems. The idea is always better then the reality. Cause in reality my lactose intolerance kicks in and I've a upset tummy for the entire day. I mean still, what would summer be with out it!