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  • The tortoise and the Hare ... race to collect leaves. 🐰 🐢 🍁❤️ . Our lawn still needs some raking; but , as usual, when I see leaves & flowers , they becomes a part of my imagination! I’m so glad to still be able to still find so many beautiful leaves and petals — Many of these were even teeny crumbles or blooms dried on their stalks. .. .———————————-. . Since I’ve returned from summer holidays, almost every time I start a petal portrait, I warm up my working surface with a new folktale or adventure. . Happy Tuesday. . ............ . (Is the Tortoise and the Hare a tale you’re familiar with?) . . Happy Tuesday. . ............ . Embracing the best of the inner tortoise & banishing the inner bunny this week! Wishing you the same! 🐢 🥇. . #willowdayflowerprojectbygina . #folktaleweek2019
  • Hello Monday. Let’s dance. . (Enjoying thé last tangos of Autumn leaves when the light is just right) . . PS: I loved hearing from you last week in stories, about what makers, small shops and creatives inspire you in stories. I’ll gather a list soon to share with you there! Cross fingers, I’m also working on a post with more. (Stay tuned) Don’t hesitate to add more here if you missed this or have new inspiration. .
  • Happy Friday, friends! .. . Today’s “Friday Night film “ is an oldie but goodie ! . . I couldn’t make a new film this week as I’m up to my ears with a new series and holiday pieces but, will share new soon. This little face always makes me happy and hope she does for you, too. 😘 . Happy Friday! 🎥 🍿 🎥 🍿 🎥 🍿. . In case you’ve missed this. I’m attempting to post an animation every Friday. Other recent Friday Night Films have been: Little Miss Muffet & Little Red Riding Hood .... - Could it be an idea to play a few back to back in stories tonight? . . Thank you, as always for coming by! . ——————————- More Flora and foliage illustrations: #willowdayflowerprojectbygina. . . . . . . . #stopmotion #photoshop #getcreativewith
  • Intentional living | Artful living | Creative, connected lives…. Are you a maker, an artist, teacher, parent; writer, florist, everyday household chef or creative? I would love to know who’s inspiring you and where you go for handmade or intentionally crafted gifts or pieces for you — your kids — or your home? . Do you shop on @etsy ? internet? local markets? .. . .- I’ve recently met a landscape artist in Stockholm whose work is beautiful and whose spirit is infectious ; launching her first print series on-line. . - learned that another artist friend is about to make the leap for an exhibit. . . - Yesterday I discovered a painter in Portland, who’s work I can’t get out of my mind (and who’s store I’m waiting to open tomorrow); . . - Through a hashtag, I discovered a crafter in Germany who crochets the sweetest little items for kids; along with a knitter in southern Sweden (think baby-Mama matching sweaters). .. - will meet my clothing designer friend this week to see her latest collection . . - Last week, received a luxurious organic paw cream for pups from a local friend who also gives nature walk lunches through @airbnb . . - A few weeks ago, I received the most inspiring book just published by a friend for creative family life and learned that another will soon publish a cookbook. . . - Etc . I have some new projects for you that I’ll share very, very, soon AND I want to spread others. . .#abcflowersafari #willowdayflowerprojectbygina . I’m compiling a list that I’m going to share with you soon and, before I do, I’d LOVE to hear from you, too! .. . Please add makers, artists, and creatives that love or who inspired you below and I’ll add them to my upcoming list. . . . ————— . . In the spirit of celebrating makers, this little embroidery is one that I made in a workshop at @miakinoko inspired by @olgaprinku who defies gravity with the embroideries she creates. Olga’s creating an entirely new embroidery language that she generously shares on @instagram and sells in her shop (along with courses) . . So, don’t be shy. I’d love to hear from you with your creative favorites! Being creative and spreading it makes me feel so good!
  • While there are knitters I’ve met who seem to knit the world’s longest scarf; every Autumn...we string leaves: “worlds longest leaf garland?” ... oh, who’s counting ... but, it’s ongoing fun and can always be found by our front door: Leaf Garland & Leaf Wreaths. .. . I both love the results and the pastime with kids. I’ll share a few leaf favorites throughout the day in stories. What’s your favorite Autumn Leaf project for home? . . #willowday #willowdayproject
  • 'Cause I dream about lavender fields .’ ....... ——- The Beatles . . Happy Tuesday! Things in my table. I hope you’re having a great week! . . #willowdayflowerprojectbygina #alliseeispretty
  • Happy Father’s Day, Dads “Glad Fars Dag” . .. Pine love that’s wild , rustic and free from our little garden! . . Father’s Day in Sweden! . )We’re on the bleachers all weekend long; cheering on one of our kids who has a big weekend; but the day’s starts and finishes are all about “Dad.” ❤️ .) . #willowdayflowerprojectbygina
  • ... let the 3 bear adventures begin... DAY 3: #path #goldilocks . . Happy Friday and thank you for following along with me this week as I’ve joined @illostories #folktaleweek2019 with daily prompts. . . I can’t keep up & in balance to complete all 7 prompts within 7 days; but I’m determined to see Goldilocks & the challenge through —- (I’ve fallen into their world) all 7; I feel the magic of childhood myself when I’m illustrating this story. .. Have details of favorite books stuck with you? I can vividly remember details of my favorite children’s books as a little girl: familiar titles: Madeline, Little Bear & Dr Suess; but, there was another book who’s name I can’t remember. It was illustrated with photos of cookies on plates and other early childhood delights that I might possibly owe my lifetime cookie obsession too. I remember touching the page to imagine the cookie between my fingers... . . I would just love to imagine a child doing the same with this story —- then... possibly imagining Goldilocks again when seeing blue hydrangea one day during play. . . Happy Friday . Happy trails to you. I wish you magical adventures. . #willowdayflowerprojectbygina #folktaleweek #natureplaynovember #illostoriesfolktaleweek . Today’s prompt is #path

gina @willowdaygram

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