Wednesday, July 21, 2010

I Totally Splurged at Barnes & Noble!!







The other night I felt the need to escape for an hour to Barnes & Noble and I totally splurged on some new inspirational books and magazines. If you haven't seen these they are all filled with eye candy . The ideas and techniques offered in these are really incredible. I am now preparing to teach my students all the different Art Techniques in Art Journaling. I have quite a bit of knowledge about Art Journaling under my belt but my research continues. I have my brand new Moleskin Journal and fresh new project(O: I will be filling this one with different techniques and tools to use in Art Journaling. Then in January 2011 I will begin my Friday afternoon Art Journaling classes. I'm really looking forward to this new project and journey as Art journaling has become quiet a passion for me.
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17 comments:

  1. rachel awesJuly 21, 2010 at 7:58 AM

    it has been so much fun to visit your blog!
    what a delicious pile from the bookstore!
    & i love your faces! they are beautiful & free!
    i am now a follower!

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  2. Janet GhioJuly 21, 2010 at 8:35 AM

    You deserve a splurge at B & N after finishing your sketchbook!! I have a couple of those books and that last book you show, really catches my eye!! Ii am going to look for that one.

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  3. MarleneJuly 21, 2010 at 8:45 AM

    You have picked some interesting books, have fun with them. New inspiration is great to have that is why I enjoy visiting your blog as you do inspire me.

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  4. IndyJuly 21, 2010 at 8:50 AM

    yummy books! I splurged too but I'm waiting for my sister to send me my box over to my country, can't wait for all that new info and stuff to try out! I really love your journal pages - Teesha Moore was also my inspiration for art journaling, i'm just blown away by her quirky art. :) You definitely have got an amazing style.

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  5. Jeanne NelsonJuly 21, 2010 at 8:55 AM

    Congratulations on the Journaling Class, Rebecca! I wish I was in your area, as I would LOVE to take your class. And, oh my, YES, new books! Great inspiration. I haven't seen "Surface Design," but it sure is calling my name. Is is a magazine? I'll definitely be looking for that. Wishing you a beautiful day of playing with your new goodies!

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  6. RinaJuly 21, 2010 at 11:42 AM

    Have you considered an online journal workshop?...lol...love all the goodies you pick up at Barne's and Noble...love that place!!! Love the Atc you received from Carmelina...very pretty!!!

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  7. EdenJuly 21, 2010 at 11:45 AM

    I can get into some SERIOUS trouble at Barnes and Noble and often do!! Thanks so much for sharing your finds!! I have a couple of those you posted but what really intrigues me is the last one, Surface Design!! Now where can I find the next bus to B&N!!

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  8. JanetJuly 21, 2010 at 12:51 PM

    Thanks for stopping by to visit my blog....I'm glad you did because it led me back here to yours. I love your art. And since I'm completely addicted to books this post really got my attention. The Surface Design book looks interesting. I might just have to make a trip to my local B&N!!

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  9. Terri KahrsJuly 21, 2010 at 2:17 PM

    Hi, My Name is Terri and I'm a B&N/Borders addict! OMG! I'm now to the point where I give my son money and send HIM instead of going in myself!!! Your right, Rebecca . . . you've made great "eye candy" purchases. Enjoy!!! Hugs, Terri xoxo

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  10. DianeJuly 21, 2010 at 3:37 PM

    Love these all--have them all :)
    Exept for the last one! Hmmmm
    P.S. I love Emma Grace's latest post!

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  11. Julia ChristieJuly 21, 2010 at 4:04 PM

    I got a B&N gift card from my daughter - after this post now I am itching to head out and look in their art section.

    Thanks for sharing where you get inspiration.

    Smiles

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  12. Anna Rosa DesignsJuly 21, 2010 at 5:41 PM

    Hi Rebecca,
    I've popped on over from Creative Carmelina's blogspot. Oh, that ATC is wonderful.
    You have such a creative blogspot here and i've become a follower.
    Back soon,
    Hugs,
    Anna

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  13. Julie Kwiatkowski SchulerJuly 21, 2010 at 6:44 PM

    oooh. What a haul!

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  14. HeatherJuly 21, 2010 at 6:58 PM

    Oh, I just love going to Barnes, I get so happy when I walk in, so many inspiring magazines...and books! Hope you enjoy all of your new treasures!
    Heather

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  15. AnonymousJuly 22, 2010 at 9:58 AM

    We looked threw all day did'nt we!!!

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  16. AnonymousJuly 22, 2010 at 4:50 PM

    You sound just like me, I have no trouble dropping cash for new inspirational magazines and books! but my wallet has been somewhat saved, I'd say about half of the usual expenses because of the inspirational blogs I read! so that's yet another bonus of blogging!

    that being said, I have also purchased two of the above listed books! hehee.....

    have a good one girl!

    and I noticed that some of my 'peeps' came to check you out from the ATC post! that's wonderful!!!!

    ciao bella
    creative carmelina

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  17. MicheleJuly 23, 2010 at 6:02 PM

    All these books look like so much fun. I need to check them out. I have the magazines and they are awesome! Can't wait to see the new art journal!

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