more in store: filling the virtual shelves

good news: these little beauties just hit the shop this evening :)

other news:. i miss my torch.

i'm bringing it back after the weekend.

the torch I use in the university's studio is out-of-commission

it's left me feeling unsettled and unsure of my technique

funny how quick i get to know equipment as a collaborator in the process.

i depend on it being constant and predictable

a flame to companion my work

yes, there are other torches available here.

however, these are far too cumbersome and hot for the precise work i need

i worry about disappointing my buyers

it is a heavy feeling.

i want each person to enjoy their purchase

creations from my mind, heart, and hands

can't wait to travel 200 miles to get that little flame!

seeing it through - exploring new designs

this summer has been a welcome friend

one i haven't seen in some time

but the kind you relate to instantly

despite years apart

she's open and adventurous

no rushes or pressures

the luxury of playing has returned

and i DO mean playing

creating in my studio has been rejuvenating

i'm exploring new territories

and the excitement seeps from the kiln

fusing itself to the copper

existing almost as if nature

it was meant to be there

organic

how's your summer play?

xo,

Lynsey

Walking Barefoot in the Grass : summer goodness

walking barefoot in the dirt and grass is something i long for

especially when i'm stuck in the city for too long

sometimes the will is so strong when i drive home from campus

i'll pull over to a remote road

open the doors and plop my feet onto the Midwest's floor

i'm not sure exactly what it is

but i feel more connected to myself

the world

and the people i love

so simple really

all it requires is a moderately picked up lawn or field

and your willingness to kick off those shoes

perhaps your sole will get dirty

but not your other one

if yours is like mine

it needs the soil

the tickle of grasslings

sunshine warmth

so thankful summer is here!

what's something you get the urge for in the summer?

xo,

Lyns

summer inspirations

summer has moved swiftly into the Midwest

humidity lingering from evening thunderstorms

waves of sun-convected heat

despite the heavy warmth around me,

i can't help but plunge into the studio

(now that i have a little time from school)

here are some creations that have come about

thank goodness for maintaining so cool and refreshing schemes

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Have a lucky day!
In my heritage I may be a smidgen Irish
I'm unsure - a combination of many Euro nationalities.
I'll still wear a hint of green today
avoiding the cheeky pinch.


either way,
...I owe my Irishman a kiss*


Cheers,
Lynsey

*I'll happily plant this kiss on Friday when I see him :)

renewed creative spirit

i've really been enjoying this partial Spring Break the past week

my creative side feels heard and refreshed
plenty of time in the studio
not too neglectful of my study duties
maybe slightly... but it's spring break for goodness sake

i'm ready for Spring to be here
seeing robins bouncing around.
my goal is to snap a proper photo of a flock of robins
i saw a GIANT flock last year. so strangely wonderful

onward this weekend to see Patrick!
my heart feels warm just thinking of it.

A good weekend to you,
Lynsey

p.s. pop in my shops... there's some new goodies around!