Human Growth And Development

awesome desk !

2010-04-08T17:08:00.001-07:00

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2010-04-04T20:42:00.001-07:00

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New Painting....

2010-03-30T10:59:00.000-07:00

Just painted this lil dinger last night & finished framing it this morning. It's a Daruma doll present in Japanese culture and used for the procurement of wishes. Typically- the eyes are empty on a Daruma when you first get it- you apint one in and make a wishe- then when the wish is fulfilled you fill in the other eye. Anyways, my Daruma looks like he's on acid!! :) What do you think? I am

Spring GIVEAWAY!

2010-03-28T09:01:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone!! So as I promised I am going to be starting my giveaway this week! I decided to give away my "Blossoms in Balance 8x10 Print". This photography/ digital art mix is absolutely beautiful & will look stunning in any home or office! Definitely brings a sort of tranquility & kind beauty to any room. Below is a small watermarked version of the image- the print will be signed & dated

Abundance

2010-03-21T16:48:00.000-07:00

My goodness, I must apologize for the step away from my blog these past 2 weeks. My life has been flourishing in so many different ways, and I can barely keep up with myself! I am steadily moving towards my goals for this month. I have applied & been accepted to an awesome Yoga program at the St.Petersburg Yoga Center here in Florida & I am almost at my months sales goal of 10 sales! 7 so far &

Embracing Change...

2010-03-05T14:38:00.000-08:00

Good afternoon! Happy Friday! So many momentous things have been occuring in my life this past week! From features on LisbonSky to YouTube, I have certainly been feeling the love on this digital scape. The past week has really been a hustle for me on a few different levels. Long ago- before so much changed in my life and confuddled my routine with wishy washy ... confusion, I was once

I've Been Featured!

2010-02-28T15:14:00.000-08:00

Check out this super cute lady on YouTube! KissndMakeup featured on eof my rings in her most recent YouTube video. KissndMakeup is a young fashionista who occassionally reviews products, offers styling tips, and does make up demos! She's also having a giveaway! Check out the video below- Happy Day! Best wishes to kick off March!

Lisbon Sky Giveaway! & More News!

2010-02-27T14:02:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone!To start today off running- I just wanted to tell everyone if you haven't checked out Lisbon Sky's newest post- you should! I've been featured and we are teaming up to giveaway a super sweet prize pack! Don't enter here on my blog- but be sure to check out the interview & enter HERE!Yay!Ok- excuse my massive excitement, but I must admit that it is always nice to work with others in

Brewing Excitement!

2010-02-24T13:45:00.000-08:00

Happy Wednesday Everyone! Here I am, sitting in Land O Lakes, FL this brisk February afternoon- actually looking forward to heading back to Olympia, WA! Obviously I am super happy to reconnect with my love Dave after 2 months apart, but even more so I am excited to explore some new opportunities in Olympia ( hopefully with him coming along ! ).Continuous happiness is not something I can fake. I

Really, the 9th of February Already??

2010-02-09T14:46:00.000-08:00

Is it me? Or does time actually seem to go faster as every day passes on? ( Its not just me- I know! Heres a link to an interesting response to one person's query : )Well, here we are, already a third of the way through February. I'm still in Florida- attempting to make get all my ducks into a row. Sadly a few of my duckies seem spasmatically ( yes, I made that up ) inclined to rebel from any

In Keeping With Challenge...

2010-01-28T14:27:00.000-08:00

Hi everyone!So I am well into my 30 day challenge with paintings. It is a bit of a pain to keep inspired- but it is well worth it! My newest has been a series of 3 small original postcards which you can find on my Etsy.They are no masterpieces (LoL!!) but they are in the train of my 30 days of painting! So voila! I am going for my second interview today at a local shop- and I am hoping that my

Triumph in Shang Hai

2010-01-24T10:03:00.000-08:00

Happy Sunday everyone!To my personal disbelief I have been in Florida for two weeks (as of tomorrow!). Time has flown by and although I've thought often of my lost love, and my two kittens ( Sasquatch & Irish) but all in all, I must say- the Florida sun has kept me full of endorphins and positivity!I have been hard at work restocking my hoop shop and painting. As a challenge to myself I kinda

Oh My!

2010-01-21T18:12:00.000-08:00

Deary Me at has been a moment since I posted!Basically I made a break for the sunshine and ran across country to stay with my family for the rest of the winter... I must admit- it has been nothing but great for me!Lots of sunshine & exercise- and even a bit of inspiration. Well, I just wanted to drop a line as I am getting organized here & hope to be doing a more formal blogpost soon!Much love,

Best Breakfasts' & Unexpected Moves Across Country

2010-01-07T11:15:00.000-08:00

Top o' the mornin' to ya!Here in Olympia, WA there is only one place to get breakfast done right. It's a wee cafe at the end of 4th Ave called New Moon Cafe. From what I understand it is owned and run by a young college student which makes this breakfast nook all the more impressive!Boasting thee BEST coffee I have ever had, always rich, freshly brewed, and served with a smile I find I can never

Beginning My VIsion Board for 2010

2010-01-02T16:34:00.001-08:00

1.1.10 (pt deux)Originally uploaded by tobetattooedHi Everyone!I am stoked to be starting off 2010 proper! I have started my vision board and wanted to post my beginnings here to motivate anyone else. I find it incredibly valuable to have something visual to remind me of my goals on a daily basis. Without something to keep me on track I am honestly a wayward heart! So a few things on my board

Starting it off RIGHT!

2010-01-01T13:55:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to our winner DigitalMisfit of the $20 gift credit in our giveaway!Thank you everyone who partook in my first giveaway- it was such a success I think I may have to do another :)I apologize for the late post- I had gotten a video of the drawing to post with a special new years greeting- but the upload wont clear. Bummer :/ Regardless thanks again and Congrats!Coming up later this

Happy New Years From Me To You!

2009-12-26T14:49:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone!In celebration of the upcoming New Year I have decided to do a giveaway! The lucky winner will receive a $20 dollar gift certificate redeemable at either of my Etsy shops. ( ToBeTattooed or TheHipRevolution ) The drawing will occur on New Years Day & the winner will be posted here & notified by email. The gift certificate must be redeemed within 60 days of winning, and can only be

Hoopy Holidays!

2009-12-20T16:50:00.000-08:00

I am so excited! This week has surely been my busiest with The Hip Revolution! I was swamped with orders for lovely hoops. I think what really thrills me is the fact that people were ordering hoops for either themselves or as gifts- such an amzing gift that promotes all around well- being!Speaking of well- being, I am working on some new resolutions/ devotions to start off 2010 with. And I am

New Tattoos

2009-12-08T13:21:00.001-08:00

Just wanted to drop a note and post up two new tattoos I recently did!And wish me luck I am on my way to talk to a studio after I post this!Voila! Enjoy your day!XOp.s. - I just joined in the BNR under $20 thread- it is AWESOME! Also I am having free shipping on all my artwork until this friday here!

New Mandala Style Flowers

2009-12-04T18:53:00.000-08:00

Brrr!! It's just about 30 degrees outside here in Oly (WA)!! Hope life is warmer and a bit more sunny for the rest of you! I just wanted to post an update on some of my new artworks. Wish me luck- this upcoming week is my first venture in finding a shop to work at here in town. I have a meeting on Tuesday with a shopowner locally :) ( Ohmmmm )Anyways- I painted a few things this week- mainly just

Knit Creations

2009-12-02T16:30:00.001-08:00

Hi Everyone!I hope everyone is enjoying the season! <3 Family & <3 Friends!I am so happy to finally have finished my most recent project. I have always wanted to knit- but was never able to grasp the ((surprisingly simple- once you get it ;)) "how-to" of it. This past week I decided on a random trip to Micheal's- in a random moment of randomness to pick up a ball of yarn and some needles. A short

Kawaii Robot Tattoo

2009-11-22T01:35:00.000-08:00

I'm totally excited! I got to do this amazing kawaii robot tattoo! I will be posting the painting tomorrow on Etsy- but the tattoo is way more fab! I can't wait to get photos of it healed- it will be super dense and bright! But for now this is the mini tidbit I will provide you with!The picture honestly does this piece NO justice! Go figure- I could just suck! Anyways, I also got my forehead

The Spy & The Tadoo

2009-11-16T13:27:00.000-08:00

Dave & I had an unexpected treat this week when we found out our Aussie brotha Adrian Krygsman was going to be doing a guest spot @ Lacey's Finest. ( The shop at which Dave tattoos at.) With the added bonus staying with us. He's our first guest at Casa Sinor - the Tin House at The Flying Carpet. :) Its currently a half wreck due to construction holdups in the backroom (HA!). It is a very long

Twitter. ( and more!)

2009-11-05T07:21:00.000-08:00

It was inevitable. As a small business owner online you must access as many resources as possible to promote yourself & goods. The more venues you are presented in the more likely you will garner new fans & sales!So I caved, and started a twitter account. I limit myself to a tweet in the morn & a tweet in the evening ( isn't that some sort of song? LoL).I also decided that I am going to use my

Finally... It's Done!

2009-10-31T14:18:00.000-07:00

Honestly- I didnt personally do much work on this project. I deemed myself logical director and technical creator :). Dave is great at sewing ( thanks to experience sewing marine canvas) so I put him to work on the first ever collapsible hoop tote!A few mis-stitched later, this tote is fabulous! Perfect for conveniently carrying your collapsible hoola hoop all the while protecting it from damage

So I think the Winter is Here!

2009-10-29T18:26:00.000-07:00

One of the clear signs of season change is shorter days- but what no one ever mentioned to me was that the sun would just D I S A P P E A R! Its true. The past few days have been a solid light grey. No blue sky, no sunshine, just a flat sky of grey. I actualy slept undisturbed until 11:30 am this morning, without realizing it was so late! That can be attributed to the lack of bright morning sun!

Art Fever!

2009-10-27T08:15:00.000-07:00

I've been hammering out a bunch of mini paintings the past week! Just trying to keep it simple and clever! I figure this is the best way to keep myself entertained and at the same time get plenty of practice~Here are a few of my newest ones, I totally am on a food kick- so I started off with some Nachos & Sushis ( YUM! Maybe not combined though!)Both of these are matted & framed 4x6" originals

It's 4 Am- Where's My Art?

2009-10-21T04:31:00.000-07:00

(Heart McGee 2009- prints and originals available here)So here I am-4:33 AM this Wednesday mornin. The mister is a snoozin and I am awake and prepping for a VERY early cycling class. Doing my best to stay active after an untimely wake up at 4am instead of 5 am.Some of you may have known that last week I took a trip to see the fam in Florida- such a lovely experience. Lot of lovely, bright,

How to Collapse Your Hoop!

2009-10-11T17:13:00.000-07:00

Some how my brain got distracted by the number 8 when I was making this picture! Sorry for the confusion! :) Yes! New Collapsible Hoops are up on Etsy!

Fall Colors Photoblog

2009-10-10T11:46:00.001-07:00

Autumn is abound. The sky remains bright for now, providing the perfect complement to the trees shades of golds and rich reds. The beauty of transition is everywhere. When going about your daily life it is hard to miss, but also easy to neglect. Maybe today you will pause, and appreciate the beauty surrounding you during this season. The beauty outside will reflect that inside, so be sure to soak

Todays Mission Briefing

2009-10-09T13:51:00.000-07:00

Today's Plans-List hoops that I made yesterday. They are rad. Be sure to check out how rad HERE. :)There s a little sneak preview .Next up to the ... is it the Jim? Nope, the gym.But most importantly, it is too gorgeous a day for me not to do a photoblog of the lovely fall that is upon us! I woke up all muddled in murkiness since I missed my Pa's birthday yesterday for the second year in a row. I

Community Thanks

2009-10-06T12:01:00.000-07:00

A few days ago Dave & I experienced another passing of a loved one. Our boat was just rocked with the passing of Dave's Aunt a week or two back. It's been tough to go through it again so soon. I stepped back from my blog & art & Etsy and have been spending time with Dave & his familia in hopes of making things easier for everyone.So last night, I logged into my Etsy to see what was going on and

Finally!

2009-09-29T08:29:00.000-07:00

Something you will realize is I am always a day late and a dollar short. I can barely keep up with myself! About 2 weeks ago I did my first tattoo- it was a squiggly boob. Just a good ole boobie. Just one. To keep him comin back for more! Then I did a Daruma and Dave's co worker ( which is awesome, because I love Daruma's & tattooing has been a long time wish of mine ;) which he then added some

ReBirth

2009-09-20T10:37:00.000-07:00

Continuing on the note of chaos and crazyness-So through death comes new beginning. It's just strange how quickly one may follow the other.SaFire's workshop was this past thursday in Seattle. It was something I had been eagerly awaiting since I joined her online community HoopCity, an amazing place for hoopers, poi artists, and all those spiral loves! I couldnt wait to meet the creator of such a

Death

2009-09-19T11:52:00.000-07:00

My goodness. I have some friends piping up in my life that are proclaiming, "Mercury is in retrograde!" which I suppose they are crediting all the chaos in their lives too. I just feel a strange sort of balance and reality that things are just in motion, maybe a bit faster and heavier then normal. Let me explain...It all started one average morning last week. On the hunt for one of the gato's to

Me vs. LED Hoop Round 1

2009-09-10T06:59:00.000-07:00

Ok...So after a nice chunk of change and reading very limited instruction on how to make an LED hoop (found on the instructables site) I decided to attempt the endeavor of creating an LED hoop from scratch. WOW.Now that its done I can look back and say that all three sets of directions I found were rather vague in the wiring department. Since completion I think I figured out a much easier way to

Holy Moley! Tush! Burlesque Packed the House!

2009-09-05T21:19:00.000-07:00

So...It was Thursday night, quarter after nine, the 4th Ave Tav was packed and the show was about to begin. Our lovely announcer was on, which meant Ms. Mary Jane Green was next, which meant... I was next (after next!). It was the first time I had ever performed- and I stood questioning my desire to do so. But when my tame came- the only escape was the stage, and Lola Ballgazer stepped out to

2 Days Til the Debut of Tush! Burlesque!

2009-09-01T17:09:00.001-07:00

The anticipation is killing me!! Tush! Presents The Peek A Boo Theatre Burlesque- this Thursday in Olympia, WA has been a project on the calendar for a handful of months now!I am giddy and nervous, but most of all eager to perform and to be done with it. It will be such a great feeling of accomplishment to break through ingrained barriers of beauty with 5 of my closest girls. Go figure- I am

Etsy Seller KatiesBasement : Promoting Peace, Love, & Joy

2009-08-22T12:28:00.000-07:00

So here I am on this super sunny Saturday morning in Washington. 12 days til opening night of Tush! (Ack!) I am going to peel my mind away from costuming and dance to share with you this amazing Etsy seller . I ran into her in the forums and loved her earthy wares. Simple classic style suitable for any happy person- along with her lovely jewelry- her message is potent and is something I support.

Seattle HempFest- Gotta Love Greenery!

2009-08-16T01:17:00.000-07:00

The Seattle HempFest is arguably one of the largest gatherings for hemp supporters and marijuana enjoyers to meet up within the states. Dave & I decided to check it out and see for ourselves what kind of shenanigans were taking place. Thankfully he and I ended up arriving a bit late in the day so the masses were moving out like lazy cattle. Cops hearded hordes of stoners of all natures through

Fun Days

2009-08-09T19:28:00.000-07:00

Dave & I went to the Seattle Tattoo Convention yesterday and it was amazing! It was the first "big" thing Dave and I have gotten to do together since we moved out here- it was awesome! Some of the artists' work we had the pleasure of viewing included Aaron Bell, Cory Norris, Derek Noble, Zach Nellican, and of course the good ole boys of Spidermonkey & Cicada Tattoo. It was nice to spend the

My Dirty Little Secret

2009-08-05T10:02:00.000-07:00

So earlier this year I found a new love. he's big and round, heavy, and likes to spin in circles!My hoola hoop! It the most amazingly fun thing to do that helps me to center myself without having to sit perfectly still in some sort of yogic pose battling gnawing thoughts of stupid things as I search for some sense of peace. I've never danced or done anything on that level - but with my hoop i

Art... To Be Tattooed

2009-07-31T17:42:00.000-07:00

Welcome! Just wanted to drop in and write a quick one up about my new Etsy shop - www.ToBeTattooed.Etsy.comwhere you will find my original artwork. It aint nuthin special, but its mine. Regardless, I try to produce art of a decent quality, usually reflecting my interest in tattoos and tattooing. Subject matter is mostly inspired from tattoos- especially of neo traditional and japanese