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Wednesday, January 12, 2011

happy zone


i treated myself to some fabriano artistico 140 lb. soft press paper.......it's nice and heavy like watercolor paper, but the surface is smoother, making it a little easier to letter on.  i haven't had a chance to do much experimenting with it yet, so i decided to make a little journal "teesha-style".....these are super easy to make, and i love the fact that there aren't lots and lots of pages inside that i'll feel obligated/intimidated to fill up right away!!  pure happiness!!

this journal cover was created using watercolor pencils, micron pens, graphite pencil, and pan pastel.
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20 comments:

  1. ShaliniJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    even at the risk of sounding repetitive, this is so super cool... absolutely adore your scribblings... wud love to learn how u do it so magically well...

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  2. MaryJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    isn't it amazing how paper and pens can be so appealing!! I remember as a kid loving to get new school supplies...and that has continued till this day. I love office supply stores, stationary stores, and of course art stores!!!

    can't wait to see the inside pages of this journal as you create them.

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  3. MarcelaJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    Love it!!
    i always love your projects

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  4. Jessie MayJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    Lovely!

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  5. LuckyDogJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    How wonderful! Isn't it funny how the surface of a new paper can be so enjoyable? Definitely a Happy Zone! XOXO

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  6. EdenJanuary 12, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    This is GORGEOUS!! I know what you mean about TOO much paper!! Can't wait to peek inside when you let us :D

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  7. PatJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    I made one of these journals just last week! Of course, you're way ahead of me because mine is still completely and utterly blank. I like the theme of "happy zone." I can't wait to see what magnificent doodles will go inside.

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  8. Kathryn ZbrzeznyJanuary 12, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    ooooh, I can almost feel that paper, lori! I want to hold your new journal.

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  9. Martha LeverJanuary 12, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    Darling, Lori!!!
    That's a stamp you know!!!!

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  10. Megan CoyleJanuary 12, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    What a fun project :) and new art supplies always bring me to my happy zone :)

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  11. Alexandra MacVeanJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:24 PM

    I love it, Lori. And I love how you are always willing to dive in and try new things. You're quite inspiring! :) Hugs!

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  12. BeedeebabeeJanuary 12, 2011 at 11:41 PM

    This certainly is a "happy zone". I get happy as soon as I click in here...every time! :D I love your journal cover, Lori...it's so perfectly YOU!!! xoxo Paulette

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  13. Christine E-EJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    i so appreciate that you share the tools you use as well as the type of paper! it makes me want to make a list of items to get at the craft store & create something of my own.

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  14. rachel awesJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    oooo, ahhhh, that paper!
    i love to rest & play
    in your happy zone...
    lots of love/xoxox!

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  15. UnknownJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    What a great idea. I would love to have a go at that - as pre-made journals do see rather daunting to me.

    I am so glad I found you.
    xx

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  16. AnonymousJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    Next to ATW, "soft" is my favorite paper. I'm surprised more paper mills don't make it.

    Judith

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  17. LancerikaJanuary 13, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Love coming to your
    *Happy Zone*, lori:)
    Don't you just love
    lots of fabulous art paper
    and colored pencils all around?
    it makes the world much more
    beautiful and FuN!
    Keep inspiring us:)
    Erika

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  18. MartinaJanuary 13, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    Happy zone - waht a lovely idea! Must make one too!

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  19. AnonymousJanuary 13, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    Lori,
    Yes, you make magic with those pens and with your spirit you create soft gentle kindred prints to share with the world.
    Thank you Lori, ♥ Darlene

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  20. chrissyJanuary 14, 2011 at 2:21 AM

    you are simply
    WONDERFUL!
    i exhale every time i visit.
    muah!
    c

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