...but it is the people that make IDEX the wonderful experience that it is! As the hours after the show fade to days it is the unimaginable talent of the artists, the passion and excitement of the collectors and the overall joy felt by all for being placed on common ground, that is clear in my mind. It is a place like no other for those who share a love for dolls. I am thankful for old friends and now for new friends and new memories. This collage is of old and new friends and is by no means a... Continue reading

Home again after a great trip to IDEX Premiere 2010 in Orlando Florida! The Show was awesome! With doll manufacturers and talented artists from around the world, IDEX is the premiere gathering place for those who love Dolls!! I have some much I want to write....I don't even know where to begin....I'll start with Pictures!!! and I will continue to post my experiences throughout the week. Continue reading

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY STUDIO PIPSQUEAK!!!One year ago today I moved into my studio....Studio Pipsqueak!! A sweet little cottage with over an acre of forest around it....what an inspiration. I started Pipsqueak Creations over 5 years ago. It was actually two and a half years ago that I decided to rent a studio outside of my home. It was in a beautiful, historic home that had been converted into apartments......it was Lovely. I'll find some pictures to post one of these days. Take a virtual tour in the "My Studio" Album.....WELCOME! The keeper of the Chair...This is Stella. She and her friend... Continue reading

Well.....in this case, write like no one is reading. That is what a new blog is all about, right? Write Like No One Is Reading ! It's okay though....it is good to have practice time....when no one will see the fumbling, the design errors....the MISPLELLINGS......... The following picture is from a series of pictures I took in my studio the other day. Oh sure, I have better things to do, but I need content here. Check back tomorrow...I will post the series and an explanation....oh the intrigue. Dance Among the Flowers...... Continue reading

I'm heading to Orlando to the IDEX show....not presenting.....not teaching....just going! Oh, and I will be taking lots of pictures to post here, so you had better be on your best behavior! The show is the end of January and I wasn't planning on going, but, turns out, I can't help myself. Continue reading

This may very well be the title to all my posts! In this case.....it refers to the weblog itself. I have wanted to start blogging for awhile now, but the time has come, I can avoid it no longer. I think I was concerned that I would not have interested things to write about....TRUE! Not my problem....you are the one who has to decide if you want to read this .......or not. Continue reading