Phew... I never thought I would be writing this post. Between creating, photographing & resizing (plus everyday life adventures in between) - a person could fall straight through the rabbit hole into a whirlwind abyss of color and creatures, never to return again... YIKES!
The good news is, I am here, and Thanksgiving is in a mere two days? Scrumptious treats and relaxtion, here we come ;)
But first - A few new originals and little guys to share with you. I am working really hard to keep my shop stocked this holiday season. Also, doing it with more than enough time to get you your parcel, if you find one you like ;)
So, here is what I am popping in the shop this afternoon. Any orders placed Between today and Sunday Will be shipped out Monday, which is Dec. 1st.
Tea Party Sojourn - 16" x 20" x 1.75" (original) All paper dresses are made out of vintage dicitonary pages...
Blissful Daydream - 16" x 20" x 1.75" (original)
Fluttering Memories - 16" x 20" x 1.75" (original)
The Siren Finds Her Passion - 11" x 14" x 1.5" (original)
The Sugar Plum Fairy - 12" x 12" x 1.65" - (original)
Little Tree Tale - 24" x 36" x 1.75" (original)
We also have some new family members to share from the Enchanted Cypress Grove. Looks like some Sugar Plum Fairies have found their way. Mr. Lovee is devasted that they are being put into the shop, hee hee ;)
These little guys are bigger than the elves...
Olive Marguerite McCupboard
Hattie Tea-cake Dalhousie (pronounced, Doll-housie)
Madeline Tea Biscuit Merry Garden
Peppermint Tea Time de Forest
As for darling elflings...
We have, Angeline Snowflake Chandelier -
Arnold Arnoldson Small Fry
Cornelia Louise Small Stuff
Cupcake de la Tea Party Doolittle
Lulua Heart Tea Treat
Prince Rupert Tree House
Portugal De Berry
Annnd, a few mini Enchanted Cypress groves...
So, I am headed over to fill the shop with these lil' guys...
I will be having Thanksgiving with my familia, and enjoying myself to the core. What will you be up to? (I will however, be reachable via e-mail)
I hope you have a super duper lovely Thanksgiving!! We send lots of love from the gang over here at "A Fanciful Twist" ;)
Don't forget your free Thanksgiving place cards right here... Print, cut, fold, slap a name on there, and voila ;)
Annnnnnnnnd, the name drawn for the SugarPlum Fairy Stocking is... Allie of "Under the Texan Sun!!!" Woo hooo!! Yipppeee! E-mail me your address please!!
I hope some of you get to make those stockings. I would LOVE to see pictures and post them for all to admire ;) ;)
Anyhow, I am off for now. Heading over to fill the shop.
See you in a few days!!
Waving adios, lot's of ♥'s, V
ps: I forgot to tell you about this months ago. You can read an interview I did for Stampington & Co. regarding my dolls on the cover of Art Doll Quarterly in Fall 2008. I thought I should tell you in case it disappears ;)
I also chatted a bit over at All Things Cupake, a fave place to visit!! how can you not love it? It is all about cupcakes ;)
Oh-my-goodness! :o Everything is so wonderful. I especially love "The Siren Finds Her Passion".
Posted by: Maria-Thérèse | November 25, 2008 at 05:06 PM
Oh my what lovelies they are! I'm off to your shop right now :-) Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!
Posted by: Stampinmom | November 25, 2008 at 06:32 PM
Wow! Such talent!! I love the names too!!
Posted by: Jenny | November 25, 2008 at 06:37 PM
Yay! I got one! I got little Angeline Snowflake! I am hoping one of the sugar plum fairies will be available when my paypal money finally gets transferred into my bank account. Oh the horror! I love them all, such sweethearts!
Posted by: Erin Kleider | November 25, 2008 at 07:22 PM
Okay, THANK GOODNESS I snagged the "Tea Party Sojourn" print...I had NO IDEA THAT YOUR beautiful artwork went so fast...geez...you go girl! I think I pretty much got it the second you posted it because I was afraid someone else would by it up, hehe. I LOVE everything...oh how I wish I could get it all!
Thanks Vanessa, you ROCK!
Posted by: jamie | November 25, 2008 at 07:29 PM
Wee Cupcake de la Tea Party Doolittle just melted my heart. I raced to to your shop and, ALAS, I was too late. Sniff.
Lovely wee folk though. The trees are very sweet too.
Posted by: Laume | November 25, 2008 at 07:40 PM
enchanting as always!
but im seriously in love with Doolittle!
hope you are well,
xxx
Posted by: artandghosts | November 25, 2008 at 07:59 PM
Dang it!!!!! I spotted 2 of your little elfies that I wanted but they were gone when I got to the shop! Pooh!!! Oh well! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving, V!!!
Posted by: Karen Dodson | November 25, 2008 at 08:34 PM
Hi,
I love the cute elves. I just want to pinch their cheeks. You make beautiful works of arts. I must ask how do you have the patience to do it?
Have a Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Posted by: Lisa | November 25, 2008 at 08:48 PM
As usual...You HAVE been busy, and what a lot of wonderful colorful gumdrops to show for it...Purely magical!!
Posted by: sadira | November 25, 2008 at 09:00 PM
Love of your darling friends!!!!So adorable Vanessa;-)
Have a wonderful thanksgiving sweetie!!!
Hugs from Southern Cali!
Kay
Posted by: Kay Ellen | November 25, 2008 at 10:12 PM
Oh, what beautiful goodies! I have missed the paper dress girls! In fact I really miss my own prints, hopefully they are safely tucked away in a warehouse somewhere. Love all the new little folk, they look so ready to celebrate Thanksgiving! Hope you have a marvelous holiday!
Posted by: michelle | November 25, 2008 at 10:21 PM
Your newest creatures are so sweet and adorable, I am in love with little Olive Marguerite McCupboard, but have no money! (I should really start a Whimsical Cute Things fund)*sigh* She is too sweet!! You make the most magical things, your posts always brighten my day.
Posted by: KRiSTa | November 25, 2008 at 10:39 PM
those ladies on canvas are so very very special! %*_*%rosey
Posted by: i cant sew | November 25, 2008 at 11:58 PM
As enchanting as always, enjoy Thanksgiving.
Posted by: carolyn | November 26, 2008 at 04:27 AM
Hey Vanessa,
These designs are so fantastic! Love them!
They will be all gone!
~ Gabriela ~
Posted by: Gabriela Delworth | November 26, 2008 at 06:35 AM
oh you wonderful weaver of magic...so so beautifully whimsical....LOVE and ADORE it..my little girl and i set and drool and dream over each beautiful picture...we want them ALL ALL ALL!!!! wonderful. just wonderful. xx janelle
Posted by: janelle | November 26, 2008 at 06:59 AM
These are all such gorgeous pieces...every single one of them. I am in awe! I think "Blissful Daydream" the best...she just captured my heart. So gorgeous!!
Peace & ♥,
~Barb~
Posted by: Barb (aka Craft Junkie) | November 26, 2008 at 07:09 AM
Ooh ...i like The Siren Finds Her Passion soooo much. She's too beautiful !
Posted by: Lay Hoon | November 26, 2008 at 07:40 AM
I would love to be in your presence so that some of your divine creativity could possibly seep into my mind!
I just love your enchanting creations!!
Denise
Happy Thanksgiving Vanessa :)
Posted by: Denise | November 26, 2008 at 07:41 AM
My, my, you have been a busy little bee!!! I must pop over and visit your shop!!! But first, I have to go and read your interview!!!!!
Happy Thanksgiving my dear!
Posted by: Carrie West~LoLa Enchanted | November 26, 2008 at 09:15 AM
Wow! Another OUTSTANDING update as usual! Each piece is more beautiful than the last...I LOVE every single painting, I want them all!
I'm so happy I was able to snag the wee elf I loved most...Portugal De Berry...how cute is she!! :-)
Now take a well deserved break and have a Happy Thanksgiving my supremely talented friend!
Posted by: Nancy | November 26, 2008 at 09:50 AM
What wonderful little creations! They are all just precious and so much FUN! Love everything you make!
Posted by: Lavender Dreamer | November 26, 2008 at 10:53 AM
Oh my gosh Vanessa... you have been a busy Bee! Wanted to let you know that I have awarded you the "Major French Award." I hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving... and I'm heading over to your shop as I write this! LOL
Michelle
Posted by: Michelle Schafer | November 26, 2008 at 11:40 AM
Once again a fanciful feast! I love the new artwork and would so love to have some of that... to dream a little dream. You inspire me like crazy! Enjoy the day!
Erin
http://treasures-found.blogspot.com
Posted by: Erin Prais-Hintz | November 26, 2008 at 11:41 AM
Mi dios!!! que cosas mas bonitas,sos una artista maravillosa que siempre me sorprendes.
Mi hijita quedo enamorada del hada...bellisima.
These designs are so fantastic!
Feliz Dia de accion de gracias!!!
Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Un beso .
Posted by: Jorgelina | November 26, 2008 at 12:32 PM
Simply lovely, Vanessa! What work you've put into all these and they are enchanting!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Posted by: jeanie | November 26, 2008 at 12:44 PM
Vanessa,
I just love your work and your posts. I would have to say that the Tea Party Sojourn is one of my favorites by far. It just struck me more magical than others that I have been looking at. I guess that is the magic of your work. There is a piece for each person to love.
Someday I will have one. You are so talented. Keep up the great work. Happy Thanksgiving!
Hugs, Bobbi Jo
Posted by: Bobbi Jo Nichols | November 26, 2008 at 12:44 PM
Everything is so enchanting... great talent, you have! I love the dolls with the newspaper dress. We have no special festivity, here in France, for Thanksgiving. What is it a celebration of?
marie neige
Posted by: marie-neige | November 26, 2008 at 01:39 PM
L'ambiance, les cadrages, les jeux de la lumière, les poses, la beauté de Satine, tout nous transporte l'espace d'un instant dans un monde sensuel et sans vulgarité comme dans un rêve.....
Bises timides
Posted by: naturline | November 26, 2008 at 02:41 PM
Those new little fairy folk are SOOOOOO CUUUUUUTE!!
And those pictures are beautiful.
Posted by: kate | November 26, 2008 at 03:28 PM
I love all your creations! They're so cute!
Posted by: Blond Duck | November 26, 2008 at 03:53 PM
Happy Thanksgiving, Vanessa!
Alas, I wasn't quick enough to purchase an elfling. They are just too adorable for words! I love them all. Hope you have a fun and restful weekend!
Posted by: Mary | November 26, 2008 at 05:03 PM
Your fairies are adorable and enchanting! I enjoyed reading your interview - when I saw the magazine at the store I thought the dolls looked familiar! =)
Hope you have a lovely Thanksgiving!
Posted by: Donna | November 26, 2008 at 05:34 PM
All of these are just lovely!
Posted by: Jen r sanctuary arts at home | November 26, 2008 at 06:06 PM
I headed to the shop, loved the dolls and my favs are gone! So fast!!!
Have a great thanksgiving !!!
Posted by: Zee | November 26, 2008 at 06:30 PM
Portugal!? I'm in love, bring a Portuguese Princess myself! They're all so dreamy....
Posted by: elizabeth of course | November 26, 2008 at 07:08 PM
well, you already know just how pretty and fantastic i think the news are, but it's really easy to say it again :). enjoyed the interview too, because i'm so curious about you and how you work. always wonder where it all comes from...
thanks and happy thanksgiving!
Posted by: ylva | November 26, 2008 at 07:48 PM
Okay, are these things cute? I love the collages, too. I am going over to the shop, although I've been sworn to not buy anything ever ever ever!!
unless i have to.
HA!
Posted by: Chris | November 26, 2008 at 09:05 PM
you have been busy...congrats on all the media success...wishing you a blessed and happy thanksgiving...hugs, rebecca
Posted by: Cre8Tiva | November 27, 2008 at 07:51 AM
What magical little creatures! They just make me smile. I really like the Blissful Daydream collage....you live in such a beautiful, creative place! I'm SO excited that I'm the winner of your stocking giveaway!!! I sent my address to you via the email address on your site. If you didn't receive it, PLEASE let me know. I have a place on the fireplace mantel ready for it to hang!! :D Happy Thanksgiving!!!
~Allie
Posted by: Allie | November 27, 2008 at 07:59 AM
Your dolls are fab!You paper ladies are fab!
Infact all your work is fab...im highly jealous!
Heres hoping you and your family have a wonderful and blessed Thanksgiving.
Posted by: Donna | November 27, 2008 at 09:58 AM
FABULOUS!!!!!!
Have a Wonderful Thanksgiving!!!
XO....Kimberlee
Posted by: Kimberlee Edgar | November 27, 2008 at 11:12 AM
omg these are cute!!
Posted by: suzi blu | November 27, 2008 at 04:57 PM
Wow I love them all. Although if Peppermint Tea Time de Forest is still around I may have to get her. :)
Hope you had a good Thanksgiving.
Posted by: Staci | November 27, 2008 at 06:08 PM
Love the Sugar Plum Fairies..what fun!
Posted by: Patty | November 27, 2008 at 08:10 PM
I LOVE your little dolls, the are so cut and the colors are as candys!!! il really appréciate your creations!
Posted by: Fée des choses | November 27, 2008 at 11:12 PM
1 day-i so want to meet up with you-and sip lemonade and eat lilac fairy cake's...singing and skipping-lovee jo....
Posted by: oldflowers4me | November 28, 2008 at 02:45 AM
It's good to read your post after a hectic week.I just love colours and I admire your handwork very much.I'm not quite into dollies but we have a lot of muppets here in Czech.They reminds me of Mr Lovee and those dolly ladies.
=]
Posted by: lyna Wan | November 28, 2008 at 06:22 AM
Lots of fab new goodies to be seen here, Miss Vee! I especially like your girls with the dictionary page dresses. I can't pick a favorite there - I like 'em all. :-)
I hope you had a lovely Thanksgiving with your beautiful family.
xoxox
Kate
Posted by: shibori girl | November 29, 2008 at 11:43 AM