Get to Know YOU! Giveaway Day
win a $50 shopping spree to close2myart!
i'm so curious to know who's reading my blog...
leave a comment below telling me just a little bit about what is you do with your day (ie. occupation, stay at home mom, volunteering)
we'll draw the lucky winner tonight at midnight (PST)!
don't forget to visit again tomorrow for the final giveaway day!
yesterday's winner...
there were so many heart wrenching and worthy nominations it was a very hard choice.
i asked my friend who is completely unbiased to do the picking for me.
and the winner is:
Hi Michelle,
I'm a children ministry director at a church in PA near Pittsburgh.
I love your style and designs. :)
Thanks,
beth stradling
Posted by: Beth Stradling | August 04, 2011 at 08:32 PM
Michelle, I am an Account Manager for a company based in Watertown, MA. I have the privilege of working from home. The only negative aspect of working from home is that you can't escape it - let me check my e-mails really quick, I just need to finish one more thing... UGH!
Posted by: Melissa Irvin | August 04, 2011 at 08:36 PM
Hi There! I am a newbie SAHM as I recently stopped working to take care of my daughter. I have 3 kids...2 boys and 1 girl. My daughter and I love anything crafty!!! Just found your blog and LOVE it. Thank you for the chance to win.
Posted by: patti | August 04, 2011 at 08:43 PM
I'm FryeStyle! Mom and Wife. Artist by day and night. Teacher. Pattern Designer. Blogger. Volunteer. My favorite color is red. I like chocolate everyday and martinis on the weekend. Lipstick is my favorite make-up, and I totally dig being a redhead. I have a very happy laugh. You'll never see me without jewelry on, unless I'm in the garden. And Michelle, I love your style! Your art ROCKS!
Posted by: FryeStyle | August 04, 2011 at 08:46 PM
I wear many hats during the day. During the school year, I'm a special ed assistant who specializes in working with kids with autism. In a chunk of the year I do respite for families with kids who have disabilities. When I can, I design quilt patterns. I'm also a Mom, a wife, and someone who is currently writing a training program for people who want to do Home Share or Respite care for people with disabilities. And I do lots and LOTS of crafts. Oh, and web design, and speed skater and coach....and....
Posted by: Lisa Thiessen | August 04, 2011 at 08:49 PM
I spend my day with my 2 small girls, my sewing machine & my computer! Love your artwork & I really hope to win this one!! =)
Posted by: Victorious Vixen | August 04, 2011 at 08:50 PM
I make little works of art you can wear!
I'm a lampwork bead artist.
I spend my day in my home studio, melting glass rods over a torch.
I love my job! The best part is spending it with my Chihuahua, Molly. She is such a hoot!
Maria xo
Garden Path Beads
Posted by: Maria Grimes | August 04, 2011 at 08:51 PM
Well.... I have been a follower of the man of my dreams for 20+ years. He brought me to beautiful Itlay and here I decided to get my First "Big Girl" job working for the Federal Gov after 20 some odd years of waiting tables. My youngest child is going to leave the nest here next week and move back to the states which makes my heart break a little. 7000 miles of seperation is going to be tough. I'm sending him your way in hopes that the village it takes to raise them will be willing to help ( Ms Traci Kelly Hint Hint) The Artist in me lives vicariously through you and others with talent like yours. The only artistic talents i have are in the kitchen however the family doesn't seem to mind!! :0)
Posted by: Lori Smith | August 04, 2011 at 08:58 PM
Hi Michelle ~
Annette, here : )
I'm working for CYT now as their CYT @ School Coordinator in SW Wash.
And otherwise, I'm running my 3 children hither-thither-and-fro to their, mostly dramatic, activities or youthgroups.
Also, I like to eat cookies. So I occaisionally run to not feel too bad about it, and can still wear my clothes... that's me: )
Posted by: Annette | August 04, 2011 at 09:18 PM
Hi Michelle-I don't remember how I found your blog. Pre-kids I was an Art Teacher and I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration. So I love to read artsy blogs and often follow links to discover more great artists. I love your work and find it very inspiring! Anyhow, currently I am a stay at home mama to 3 little monkeys (5, 2 1/2 and 3 months old). I also volunteer my time with a non-profit support group for moms. I can't wait for the days when I can get back to my own art full time.
Posted by: Joanne | August 04, 2011 at 09:21 PM
I'm a retired art teacher and have returned to painting. My day isn't complete until I've done a little something with paint. I have an awesome husband and a crazy Aussie. I live in the desert an hour from Mexico, love all things mexican, especially the day of the dead and have colllected Mexican folk art for 30 years. Life is good.
Posted by: robin west | August 04, 2011 at 10:43 PM
I am a high school teacher in Vancouver, but used to live in Battle Ground. I have a funny story for you--a friend of mine was in Germany and saw one of your clocks, fell in love with it and bought it. When she got home she saw it was made in Battle Ground! She was so surprised as it was her souvenir from Germany. I told her about your blog and I think she is now reading it too.
Darcy
Posted by: Darcy Haberl | August 04, 2011 at 11:03 PM
I spend a lot of time with my granddaughters...I'm the legal guardian and am trying to help their mom make better choices.
Posted by: oregonjudy | August 04, 2011 at 11:50 PM
Hello Michelle, almost miss your site tonight, busy day!
I am an self employed artist / instructor.
Posted by: April Cole | August 05, 2011 at 12:00 AM
I am an IT nerd who volunteers in dachshund rescue. I wish I had your artistic talents but creativity is not one of my strong points!
Posted by: Carolyn | August 05, 2011 at 03:00 AM
Great choice for the winner!
Posted by: Island Cottage Art and Design | August 05, 2011 at 06:43 AM
I love this question, might have to borrow it for my blog too! I'm a Speech-Language Pathologist by day and a ceramic pendant/bead artist slash jewelry designer by night :)
Posted by: Mellisa | August 05, 2011 at 09:13 AM
A mom and a grandmother, who runs the house and watches her grandson, so her daughter can work and finish school. I volunteer at school and am on the PTA executive committee (spending summer planning school year). I laugh with family and friends and try and find time to myself very rarely, too many other exciting things going on. I'm creative and a great listener. I try and fund joy in life and share it with others.
Posted by: Aimee | August 05, 2011 at 09:55 AM
Hey Michelle - As always, I love reading your blog and keeping up on your art adventures. You inspire me with your accomplishments. I am a mom with 2 adult children who have moved out and 2 teenagers still at home. I work as an executive assistant at the local community college by day and run my art business on evenings and weekends. Some say I am crazy - I say, no - the art business keeps me from being crazy! My dream is to have my work licensed, to own an working gallery/gift shope - maybe someday. In the meantime . . .I keep things moving forward, if only an inch at a time!
Posted by: Laurie Miller | August 05, 2011 at 12:20 PM
I am over the moon excited about winning. I was able to order one of the "Breaking Free" canvases for my own wall. Thank you so, so much for the $50 shopping spree. I feel so fortunate to have won. BTW, love the dreads!
Posted by: Shannon Sawyer | August 16, 2011 at 09:23 PM
Oh I love this blog! Your items are so cool. Especially the little owl clock in this post... adorable! I'm a busy full time working mom of 2 girls who also sells card designs on Etsy (lissylee77.etsy.com) I'm a pretty crafty person but your works are amazing. Well done!
Posted by: Lissy | August 22, 2011 at 09:32 AM
Hey Michelle~
I'm Michelle and I LOVE your work. I am an artist as well as an instructional assistant in elementary school for two autistic boys. I also have 2 boys of my own. Your work is truly and inspiration for me:) Thanks!
Posted by: Michelle Hayden | August 31, 2011 at 04:53 PM