New Pretties...

My long time friend, Laurie, is coming for a visit tomorrow! In preparation for her visit, knowing I won't be able to paint for a few days, I've been trying to get some new pieces in my Etsy shop. I'm torn between taking time off and having fun with her, and the fact that I have so many new ideas that I want to create! I'm a bit of a workaholic when it comes to Illustrated Ink, so it's probably best that I'm forced to take a breather. :) Here are my newest pieces:


Vintage "Day of the Dead" Cake Topper


"Sugar Skull Gypsy" Wood Cut-Out

I also may be having the return of my jewelry, but this time featuring glass pendants with sterling silver bails. A little more delicate than my previous pieces, and good quality for an affordable price. It's under consideration, and I will keep you posted!

Gypsy Moon

My newest Hex sign! (click here to see my earlier post on the history of Hex signs)


This one features a traditional tattoo gypsy, surrounded by the cycles of the moon. I like her deep colors, and she has a mysterious feel to her. A little witchy meets Halloween meets fortune teller! ;) She measures 12" in diameter, and will be available at the Pecan St. Festival in Austin.

Hooray, October Jewelry Giveaway!

Well, I've been threatening to have my next giveaway for awhile, and it's finally here! ;)

This giveaway is for some of my new jewelry featuring my original art, and there will be 2 winners! The first item is a "Zombie Girl" necklace, on gunmetal chain with black, glass beads. Just in time for Halloween! The second item is a "Sugar Skull Gypsy" ring, the base is silver plated and adjustable. Just in time for Day of the Dead! I would really love some feedback in designing new jewelry, and would love your opinion. So, to enter, please answer the following 3 questions:

1.What length necklace do you prefer to wear? CHOKER (close to the neck), MID-CHEST (but above cleavage), or LONG (hanging anywhere from cleavage down to mid-torso).

2.Do you prefer a CHUNKY style necklace (bigger chain links and beads) or DELICATE (thin chain and smaller beads)?

3.What image are you more likely to wear? DAY OF THE DEAD (sugar skulls and such), TRADITIONAL TATTOO (swallows, peacocks, mermaids, gypsies), or ZOMBIE FUN (an example is the necklace in this giveaway).

If you follow my blog OR start following my blog, you'll be entered twice. If you Tweet about this giveaway, Facebook it, or blog about it-you'll be entered an additional time for each link. The winners will be chosen at random from a magical hat. ;) This giveaway will end on Friday, October 16th. Please leave a way for me to contact you, in case you are one of the winners! This giveaway is open to my International friends, too. Thank you in advance for entering and for your feedback!