Creativity. Where does it come from? Can it be strengthened?  Why do creative blocks happen & what tricks can we use to overcome them? dm photo: day 55 / 365 project a few reasons for creative blocks: working too hard stress fear lack of sleep a few ways to overcome creative blocks: { take a […]

I love colors and projects that successfully make use of these combinations! In case you need a mini-refresher: Color: the sensation resulting from reflection or absorption of light by a surface. Hue is another name for color.Primary: hues from which all other colors can be made: red, yellow, blue. Secondary colors are made from mixing […]

  • Kate - Thanks for stopping by my blog boo! Love yours too!March 1, 2011 – 9:41 amReplyCancel

YAY! My “Peas in a Pod” Painting was featured in the Etsy Treasury entitled “Uh, instead of fries can I get vegetables???”  Thanks curator theartofthecook.  Also, here is my newly curated Etsy Treasury – “Silly Spring – Where Are You?”Here in VA we were teased with temperatures in the 70s over the weekend, and then […]

  • The Dishcloth Shoppe - Oh, fantastic treasuries! Big congrats on being featured in them. 🙂 Your work is fabulous, it’s no wonder you have so many fatures!February 24, 2011 – 10:52 amReplyCancel

These charms make great gifts! If you are interested in custom charms, I will happily create a listing just for you! Choose any theme you’d like with as many charms as you’d like.  GOLF-theme set of 4 feature words (hole-in-one, eagle, birdie, bogey) TENNIS-theme set of 4 feature words (match, set, game, love)  UVA-theme set […]

S’mores Stuffed Chocolate Chips My goodness these look amazing! I instantly think Picky Palate may be a genius for this one! So glad I found it (thank you!). Please, if you try making them, let me know what you think!  Ingredients 2 sticks softened butter 1 Cup granulated sugar 3/4 Cup packed light brown sugar […]

  • Rene' - Seriously those treats look amazing!! even if I can’t eat them right now…I can dream!!
    Thanks for linking up at Eats and Treats!!March 31, 2011 – 11:56 pmReplyCancel

  • Lisa - I love the pictures…makes me want to go and whip up a batch, but I have spring tartlets to make first! I am visiting from Rene’s Bargain Hoot linky party! I am your newest follower! Happy Friday!April 8, 2011 – 10:44 amReplyCancel

Wow! I am on Day 49 already (only 316 left – ha)! That is very hard to believe… I feel like I just started this project and am still loving it just as much. It has really helped me to learn more about my new camera and has certainly challenged me to step a bit […]

How cool is this art tracker map?! Now you can see where dm designs artwork is (or has been)! Each location is only represented once, although a pinpoint may reflect multiple pieces of artwork in that area.Also, each is an approximate location rather than a specific address to protect the privacy of others. View dm […]

Here is my first (of hopefully many more to come) Etsy Treasury curated by me (danimariedesign on Etsy).You’ll notice my shop is currently a bit bare, but no worries, fun items will be available in the near future.In the meantime, take a peak at these great finds.*enjoy*

  • drooz studio - happy BLUE tuesday!

    thanks for posting the Be Your Original Best Button
    and supporting the effort!February 16, 2011 – 8:35 amReplyCancel

  • dm designs - Thank you ~ and OF COURSE! It’s a great effort to support!February 21, 2011 – 2:06 pmReplyCancel

Happy Valentine’s Day! Just thought I’d share some lovely love-inspired treasures. By ME (dm designs) “Love Simply” day 44 / 365 By Laura George on Etsy By ME (dm designs) “More Than X’s and O’s” day 3 / 365 By claylicious on Etsy “Love Life Day by Day Calendar” by Brigada Creativa on Etsy kaua’i […]

  • Sarah B. - How fun! I really love the silverware 🙂February 15, 2011 – 11:59 amReplyCancel

  • Meeling - Love the octopus print and the silverware…too cute!

    (tried leaving a comment earlier but my computer froze so hope this doesn’t post twice)

    Hopping over from Tickle Me Tuesdays!February 15, 2011 – 3:46 pmReplyCancel

  • Annette - Those owls are too cute! I love Roman Holiday…I like anything with Audrey Hepburn!February 15, 2011 – 11:25 pmReplyCancel

  • dm designs - 🙂 Thanks! Audrey Hepburn is my absolute favorite! If you haven’t seen Priceless (above) I highly recommend it. Audrey Tautou reminds me a lot of Audrey Hepburn (hmm… name coincidence) 🙂February 21, 2011 – 2:08 pmReplyCancel

Mr. Groundhog said spring was right around the corner ….  yet, it snowed again last night! I’m desperately ready for warm sunshine and blossoming flowers.   I stumbled upon this excellent 8-Step do-it-yourself project idea on ReadyMade.

  • Terri - Love this! I think I need a terrarium to bring a little Spring into our house!February 13, 2011 – 3:28 pmReplyCancel