Busy, Busy, Bacon

Life has been busy but who's isn't these days?
Thought I would just post a link that I saw over on Bookshelves of Doom.
It makes you wonder...here it is.

On the lighter side.

Hair raising reads

Recently finished the newest book in the Blue Bloods series. I like this series because it has a different take on vampires, them being fallen angels trying to redeem themselves. I just wish it wasn't such a long wait between books.
I also have been reading a lot of manga graphic novels.
I liked the Ultra Maniac series 1-5. It was a cute magic gone wry with some love drama thrown in for flavor. The series I am currently reading is Alice 19th. This one is also filled with magic but a lot more serious and dark then Ultra Maniac. Alice 19th comes with plenty of love drama to make it interesting. (Warning Alice 19th does contain some nudity.)
My loyal feline is getting into the manga vibe too.

Strange Angels

Just finished reading Strange Angels yesterday. I have to say it took me longer then usual to read this book. It starts out with a spout of action then seems to drag along until you get to the end. The story is of a teenage girl Dru who goes hunting for things that go bump in the night with her father. Right off the bat her father gets turned into a zombie and Dru is forced to kill him. From there the story really slows down and has random spurts of action. You do meet a couple other characters like Graves but details on his history are vague. At times it was hard to read because of it's choppy pacing, I caught myself going back several times trying to figure out what I just read. To me it seemed like the book didn't really start to probably the last third of the book when you meet Christophe. I will probably read the second book because I am curious about what happens to Dru and Graves. If you can get past the slow development I think the second book will make up for with hopefully more action and a smoother reading. If you like Twilight there is a good chance you will enjoy this one.
Here's the book trailer to give you a little taste.

Fables

In between books I have been devouring the Fables series. It is a comic series based on the characters from fairy tale stories like Snow White, the Big Bad Wolf, Prince Charming, and many more. The fairy tale beings have been exiled from their homelands and are now living out in our "mundane" world as they call it. They are trying to not only survive in our world but they are also trying to hatch a plan that will get them back to their world that was taken from them by the evil Adversary. If you love fairy tales or fantasy you will most certainly like this series.
Be warned the content is for mature readers.
It is filled with love, betrayal, magic, and a good share of twists and turns.
Here's the DC comic site for the series. You can even download the first issue.

Just One of Those Mornings

All I have to say is "Uuuuuugggggghhhhh...."
At work and I already want to crawl back into bed.
It is just a bunch of little things going wrong, that make it feel like one big pain.
I am crossing my fingers that now since I have whined over the morning events that things will start looking up. Here's to hoping.

One More Book to Add

Sadly the Holiday Break is over which means it's back to work. I finished one last book for the Holiday Break Book Challenge right before vacation ended.
1. Fade Out by Rachel Caine it is book 7 in the Morganville Vampire Series.
If you are looking for a good vampire read but don't have much time this is a good series for that. One of the main characters is a brainy somewhat nerdy girl which always wins me over.
So long days of sleeping in, it is awhile before the next break.

Turning Pages

Since I signed up for the Holiday Reading Challenge I have completed 3 books. All were good reads.
1. Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick (An angel in love)

2. Forest of Hands and Teeth by Carrie Ryan (Zombie Apocalypse)

3. I am a Genius of Unspeakable Evil and I want to be Your Class President by Josh Leib (Evil Genius) I really enjoyed the humor in this one.
And it seems like vampires may soon be replaced with zombies. Note book #2 and also check out the book Generation Dead and it's sequel.
Wishing Everyone a Happy New Year!

Time to Relax and Get Some Reading Done

I haven't written on here in a year, kind of sad, but it has been really busy. Plus I never seem to know what to write. That's why I thought it would be fun to participate in the Holiday Reading Challenge to help me feel motivated to read and to write on my blog. I enjoy reading and would like to share my book finds with others so hopefully this will be a great starting place.

Let the Holiday Fun begin!

When will the weekend start?

What a week so far and it is only Wednesday. At least I can say that it is half way over. That makes me happy because I know I have a day off headed my way but it also means that I am closer to my first day at my new job. I signed more paper work today and now have a photo ID, it's official. If I think about it to much I start to freak out a little. So I lose myself in a book to keep those thoughts at bay. Bob keeps telling me how great I will do, here's to hoping that he's right.

No time to hibernate.

Big things have been happening. I finally get to put my degree to work. I got hired for a position at a school, even though it is part time it is still something that could lead to something more. Plus the exprience will do me good and will help with future positions. I start next week. I am nervous as you would probably have guessed. Right now I am trying to get everything filled out and ready. I am busy busy. I am going to try and relax tonight and watch the new episode of Heroes. That show is really great, a close second to my favorite show Pushing Daises.

I hope that once things settle down I will be able to get back to my art. Just have been doing some sketches here and there.

Happy Monday!

DisneyWorld and the Ocean Could it get any Better.

I haven't posted anything lately because I have been out and about. To Florida to be exact seeing the sights and visiting friends. It was my first time seeing the ocean. I loved it. The water was warm and clear and simply amazing. Plus the sand was so white and fine. DisneyWorld was another first for me. I can see why it is called DisneyWorld because it is like a world in and of itself. My favorite attraction was the Haunted Mansion ride, the way the ghosts appeared and disappeared was really awesome. I also rode the Jungle Cruise which was a lot of fun, our boat guide was really funny and talked about a hour a minute. It was really neat seeing Cinderella's Castle up close, I heard that there are secret rooms inside I wonder if that is true. Tomorrow will be some more fun for me as I will be going to a Mae concert. I really like their music and have all their CDs. I am trying to decide if I want to be cheesy and bring one along for them to sign.

Hope you have fun things planned too!

Pushing Daisies has been watched so now on with the night.

Pushing Daisies is my favorite tv show, it even surpasses my ol favorite Grey's Anatomy. The outfits in Pushing Daisies are so fun to look at. Like the nun outfits, are those for real? Do nuns wear habits in that color? Makes me wonder...

After the show I putzed around the web and stopped by Esty. I was looking at my esty shop and released that I need to add some more envelope sets seeing as I only have the one. So hopefully tomorrow or Friday there will be some more sets to tickle your snail mail fancies.

Random thought of the day: "I wish I knew how to do the moon walk."

Happy Wednesday!

Just a Few Things

Tomorrow is the season premire of Grey's Anatomy. Two hours of drama. I don't know if I will be able to survive. Better prepare with some snacks, some popcorn and maybe a soda. Haven't done that for a while. I am most looking forward to Pushing Daisies starting again. That show is so cute and something different for a change. It could also have to do with how adorable I think Lee Pace is who plays the Pie Maker.

Speaking of Lee Pace he has recently been a couple movies that I would recommend watching. My favorite being The Fall and the other Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day.

Another good movie I would recommend is Penelope. I would describe it as a modern fairy tale that is imaginative and fun. One more recommendation this time of the book variety would be Sunday's at Tiffanys. It gives an interesting twist on the love story.

In other news I added another piece to the shop. Another furry friend this one being a tiny little dachshund. I haven't sold anything yet which is a little discouraging but I hope that changes soon.

I finished up work tonight watching Edward Scissorhands always a classic.

"You see, before he came down here, it never snowed. And afterwards, it did. If he weren't up there now... I don't think it would be snowing. Sometimes you can still catch me dancing in it. " -Kim in Edward Scissorhands

Slow and Steady

Today I added another piece to the shop.

It is of regal basset hound who is now looking for a new stately home in which to reside.

More four legged friends to come...

Make it Work.

Project Runway is a show I enjoy watching whenever I get the chance. Not only are some of the outfits and designers totally outrageous, but no other show has the one and only Tim Gunn. ("Don't bore Nina!")
Usually he is a pretty straight faced guy but I saw this picture and it just made me laugh to see such a huge grin on his face.
It is almost impossible to look at it and not smile.
Go ahead give it a try.

I hate to say it...but I told you so...

My name is Steph and I am a magazine addict

Its true, I have always enjoyed reading and gazing at the glossy pages of magazines. So to somewhat justify all the magazines stacked in my home I decided to do a little recycling by making envelopes from the pages.

Today I listed the first set of three made from Juicy Couture ads.

There is more to come so stay tuned.

Nice to Meet You!

I just recently opened my shop on Esty and have been adding some new items. Tomorrow I will be adding a couple more. I really want my shop to take off, because I love creating art and sharing it with others. So with this blog I plan on sharing a little about me and about what I am doing artistically along with anything that inspires me or I just get a kick out of.

So now for a little bit about me...

• I am the peanut butter girl next door type who married her blonde blue eyed high school sweet heart. (yes that still happens).
  
• I went to the local university and double majored in Studio Art with a concentration in painting and also Art Education.
  
• Currently I am job searching while working at the local video rental store, if you need any recommendations on movies I am your gal. Or as my shirt puts it I am your "Movie Goddess".
  
• I love libraries, books, and reading. It just so happens that I have my library card number memorized ( nerd ).
  
• I share my home with my husband and a furry cat named Mr.Yum Yums.

Now a little something about my artwork...

• My work mainly consists of drawing and painting.
  
• My figures for the most part stand alone on the blank canvas. The main characters of some story or film that is yet to be written.
  
• The envelopes are made from the magazines that litter my home and often inspire my paintings. When making them I don't have sets in mind I just make a whole bunch, lay them out and see what goes together. (Which is my favorite part.)

There it is folks, I hope that you stop by here and my shop often. Feel free to leaves comments or email me. I would like to get to know other artists like myself.

For now have a great weekend!