“Play Bough”Limited Edition holiday card for 2011©Xan Blackburn, 2011 With thanks to Rebecca Forrest for the concept, I had a lot of fun painting this image. The fawn greyhound reminds me of my own Brilly, who was a handy model. This really is a limited edition! I had a small number printed, and when they’re … Read More “They’re HERE! Limited Edition Holiday Cards”
Lego (Allagante Mai Tai Davan, FCH, OTRC, SRC) Okay, I really want to hear from you if you are a silken owner, or admirer, or maybe just now found out what they are. My next push is to get some silken windhound art together for sale at an event in July. That means a few … Read More “New Project: Silken Windhounds”
A terrible rainstorm has flooded out and destroyed a galgo rescue shelter in Spain. There’s an auction taking place today to help raise the emergency funds needed to save the 100 remaining dogs (some have died), and get them the basics of survival; food, shelter, medicines. So far in the auction, there is a wonderful … Read More “While I’m working on Nikki, This Important Message”
Whew! Well, it took some jiggering and figgering, but I worked out how to make my cards into truly neat little perfect-bound blank books! I wanted to expand what I could do with my eco-friendly greeting cards, and expand my line at Stroke of Green. I brain-stormed for months, and finally hit on these little … Read More “Hand-made blank books”
Oh boyohboyohboy!! UPS just dropped off three boxes of my new cards! I’m so excited about these! They’re non-holiday-specific, one step greener than my Christmas cards were, and a different style. The “You make my heart RACE!” card would be perfect for Valentine’s Day (6 days off – still time to order!), or just any … Read More “Whoo hoo!! New Cards Arrived!”
Valentine’s Day is coming! But this makes a nice “I love you” card any day of the year. I’ve been keeping busy lately. I’ve just sent off three new card designs to the printer. I can’t wait to get them here! I’ve already got my website changes made and poised to upload. “Thinking of you…”or … Read More “New Stroke of Green Cards”
Ten cards and envelopes usually sell for $20. These New Year, 2011 cards are now on sale! 20% off: $16.00 for 10 cards! Stroke of Green is my greeting card company, for those of you just joining us. I launched my new line this fall with several holiday-themed designs, had them printed with soy inks, added … Read More “Stroke of Green’s First SALE”
December’s Fundraiser is to benefit the Gentle Barn. The work they do is heroic, helping both animals and people to heal from abuse and life’s worst challenges. It’s hard work. They need all the help they can get. I’m too far away to go muck stalls and exercise horses, but together we can put a … Read More “December Fundraiser”
Santa Scritchies! Some people *ahem* have been requesting (in the strongest possible terms! 😉 ) a Santa card. I’ve done one every year, so I accepted the inevitable, and launched off from a great idea by Sandy Szarzi (thanks, Sandy!) for this year’s offering. It’s up on the website, available to order, but it’s just … Read More “Santa card, as requested!”
