Unique artwork by Jason Ratliff #walkingShadow is #rightUPmyalley!

Meet artist Jason Ratliff! One of my faves. His lines include Walking Shadow and Float. Which are pretty self explanatory. I found his artwork featured on Fancy and immediately fell in love with the Superman Print.  What I didn't know is there is also a feminine version of it with Superwoman & a little girl. I wanted to buy it for Rowan so bad. I got it! And It looks fabulous in his room.

You can find his art on Curioos and also on his site: Jason-ratliff.com his artwork averages about 20 for a small print to 200 for GIANT prints, plus you can get them on canvas as well. Not only can you get them on acid free paper and canvas or even just framed, but also on a aluminum and acrylic glass print too. I think his artwork is a perfect gift for a gal like me who can be really hard to shop for! Not only is it detailed and unique but affordable and remarkable. I have had countless comments and compliments on this artwork since I hung it in my house.


Really, we are more of batman people, so I probably should have reviewed the batman artwork instead. Check it out!

I love that all the mosaic prints are original and there is also a TMNT print!!! My print is 28x20 and retails 140 on Curioos. The best part is: you can sign up for their newsletter and get a 10% discount usually. Also try searching the web for other sales and discounts for this artist and sites he uses.

The name of my print is WALKING SHADOW: HERO - the feminine version feat Superwoman is called Walking Shadow: Heroine.
He has another line I'm digging on too called FLOAT. 

I want to thank him SO MUCH for sending us this print. I am eternally grateful and will be purchasing some more of his artwork very soon!  I suggest you do too! Throw Pillows, Laptop skins, Tshirts and iPhone cases featuring his artwork can also be found on Society6. The link is found on his personal webpage top right corner where it says "SHOP". 

Jason Ratliff is from Indianapolis, INDIANA. Designer by trade, artist by heart. He aims to create works that charm. Playful explorations of mixing intricate illustrations of the mundane with smacks of lively bright color that breathe life.

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Want to make a really special gift for someone? I always recommend making them a beautiful photo book. But the good news is that you don’t have to do it alone. Here’s some advice on how to make a beautiful birthday or anniversary book from my friends at Blurb (with examples from the book “Our Life” by Pandora Frazier).

This is the big one. A “this is your life” photo book. A book you’ll put together to present to a really special person in your life, at a really special point in their life. 50th birthday, 50th anniversary, a wedding, a memorial—life’s big events look even bigger when you present a gift that’s a tribute to them, full of heartfelt stories and personal photographs from their most loved ones. Sound a little complicated? It’s not, especially when you have people on your book-making team (and handy instructions from Blurb).

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Getting creative with Kal Barteski: A self-publishing success story 
Blurb author Kal Barteski is a maker extraordinaire whose creativity knows no bounds. She’s a working designer, painter, storyteller, book creator, TEDx speaker, and calligrapher who can now add “video star” to her resumé with the first of our Canadian book-maker profiles. Watch the first installment in our Canadian Author video series with a wild look at Kal’s creativity. We think you’ll be inspired to make your own book with Blurb. See the video. 



 

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It can be really hard buying books for people as gifts. After all, you never know just which books they already have. And then when you do find the right book and give it to them, how do you make it really personal? Put in a book plate? Write an inscription? How do you make the whole thing totally them?

These personalized “Chicken Soup for the Soul” books are one really great way to do it. Not only do you get to choose from five different story themes (from “Christmas Stories” to “Giving thanks”), you can personalize it in ways you just can’t with a conventional book. As the title suggests, these are stories meant to comfort and heal. 

Your custom “Chicken Soup for the Soul” book will truly be a book for them because the book is printed with their name on the cover, as the recipient. And it’s truly from you because your name is printed on the cover as the giver. You can even include an inscription inside the book and on the back cover. Even add a photo to the back. 

There are other nice options to choose from, like the type of cover you’d like and the type of paper. It takes just about five minutes to make it a truly custom book. And chances are, it’s something they’ll love forever. And a 60-page book starts at just $24.95.

There’s a quick video here: Chicken Soup for the Soul that shows you how to fill in all the info using a simple online tool. The books are all done by Blurb, so you know the quality is going to be great. 

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Getting inspired with the Blurb Gift Center

Getting inspired with the Blurb Gift Center?

There are a lot of gifts you could give this holiday season, but when it comes to something really meaningful, there’s nothing quite like the gift of a book you’ve made yourself. But before you start having visions of gluing and sewing together pages, check out the Blurb Gift Center.

Blurb lets you make seriously beautiful books using their free tools. Just add photos and text, choose your options (like paper and cover type), and then order. Of course, you do have to decide just what kind of book you want to make. But relax, because they have put together the cool Blurb Gift Center to give you lots of ideas.

For instance, if you’ve got a genealogical bent, there’s the Blurb Family History Book.

For those with newborns (or those that know someone with a newborn), a Blurb Baby Book might be just the thing.

And if you’re the kind of person who keeps getting asked for copies of your recipes, think about making a Blurb Food Book.

This holiday season, make your gift recipients feel really special by making them something special. There really is a book for everyone.

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Raise a Giant: Stand Up Against Bullying with Green Giant #MyBlogSpark

Bullying is a big thing. I guess I have been naive to it, until it started this year in 3rd grade. Bullying doesn't always mean hands on pushing or shoving, biting, kicking and physical things. Bullying can be words too. A cut from a scratch will heal, and be forgotten about. But bullying leaves a mark on the heart of a young child forever. Words can carry with you, and sting harder than the child, or you; the parent, might think.

I guess there have been little instances peppered here and there. You know: I had one little girl in the same class as my daughter last year fight and bicker with her all the time. I chalked it up to a clash in personalities, because it seemed like a love-hate relationship. Until one day the little girl was telling the other girls she wouldn't be her friend if they talked to her. It made me really angry. I went to school to eat lunch with my daughter the next day because they sat together I asked her why she would say such a thing.. and told her if it didn't stop I would tell her grand mother. Because it was really bothering Gigi.  It got better, it got worse. I never looked at it as bullying, probably because I assumed Gigi wasn't 100% innocent.

Giana (left) ugly... ??? WHERE? Yeah right!!!  That little boy needs his eyes checked.

But this year, the boys are getting older and more brazen and picking on the girls. She came home from school the other day tearful because a little boy in her class has been kicking her, and pinching her, and telling her she's ugly. He even told her she looked like a boy!!  *Gasp!*  SERIOUSLY? How mean!!!  First of all, let me say, there is no way -- no how Gigi looks like a boy. She is gorgeous, she wears dresses, bows and has very long hair. She is VERY girly.  I think I was more offended than she was. I never knew how insulting that could feel, and if it hurt me;I know it REALLY hurt her.

It starts with name calling like that! I called the teacher right away & I let her know about the situation.

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With Mother's Day coming up soon, I want to do something special for mine! Which is why I am using the Blurb Designer Instant book template to make a professional quality photo book filled with memories for mom. Instant Books are easy to create, take about an hour, and start at just $12.99. This is definitely a present she will leave on the coffee table for everyone to see each and every day! Start creating your Blurb Designer Instant Book today and save 20% with promo code LOVEYOUMOM valid through 5/10/13! 

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”  hol

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Tiny Prints has a great Deal of the Day: 50% Off Address Labels and Gift Tags

These labels and tags are stylish and fun and the perfect way to make a statement on a letter. And at half-price, you cannot go wrong.

To get the deal, click here and use the promo code DEAL0131. You must act fast though...this deal is only valid for one day and ends at 9:00am PT on Friday February 1.

So visit Tiny Prints now for their Deal of the Day!



Only listen to the Youtube video if you don't mind whistling it non-stop for three weeks. And if you don't mind others yelling at you to stop.

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The reviews and opinions associated with this blog are my own personal views and in no way am I being persuaded or bribed to favor a company.  If I like it, I’ll let ya know, but If I loathe it, I’ll also let ya know.  From time to time, I am sent free products to review, giveaway, and give my OWN honest opinion.  If I’m paid to review, I will disclose.  Let’s face it, I’m a struggling navy wife, who has to contribute in some way or another.

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I See ME! My Very Own Name + Very Own Fairy Tale Coloring Book + Personalized Theme Placemats from your favorite stories!

 I See Me has become quite a regular feature here on L of E!~ They are an award winning childrens company that makes stationary and personalized books too!  I recently got to review their BRAND NEW Placemats and Coloring Books.
See my other reviews for I See Me here:

• I See Me - My Very Happy Birthday review
• I See Me - Personalized Book review
• I See Me - My Royal Birthday review
• This makes #4!

I love their products because they are all personalized and unique to their website. I love how detailed the designs and images are, you can tell quality work from shabby work. And when it comes to our kids, of course we want to give them the best! Kids can be rough and tumble on their clothes, their toys, and their books & whatnot. My kids can tear up an item that claims to be indestructible in record time.
The new products I See Me are offering are inspired by all of their popular stories like:

• My Very Own Name 
• My Very Own Pirate Tale
• My Very Own Fairy Tale
• God Loves You
• ABC What I can Be (NEW)
• My Royal Birthday Adventure (Boy & Girl versions)
• My Very Happy Birthday  (Boy & Girl versions)
• Super Incredible Big Sister (& BIG Brother version available)
• Who Loves Me?
• and others, even Christmas stories.

The personalized coloring books are around $10 for one.
The personalized placemats are around $12 for one.
We received the My Very Own Fairy Tale coloring book and the My Very Own Fairy Tale Placemat as well. Cute little matching set has the retail value of $21.90. (+ S&H) I do believe these item(s) would be perfect gifts for your friends kids, or your nieces or nephews. I would include them in my Easter basket when I make them every year! 

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Is it time to buy  Holiday Cards again? It’s here! Tiny Prints 2012 Holiday Collection has arrived and we’re thrilled to share all the fresh designs and fun features with you—especially the new Premium DoubleThick™ Matte Paper, their most luxurious cardstock yet.
They have wonderful collection this year from traditional colors and embellishments to merry and bright colors that take on a modern feel.  They're also featuring religious/scripture based cards (including Hanukkah) and cards that you can showcase your fur babies photos on.    Whatever your style is they're  sure to have something you’ll love. 
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