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Sunflowers for Sale

Thank you to all the people who’ve put a little sunflower in their lives!
The most recent went to my very nice friend Nancy, who stopped by the Whatcom Art Market and rescued one for her beautiful garden… or maybe for inside her home as a reminder of her garden as the days shorten and the seasons change!
I love their whimsical styling. These are a Refind of fishing cork, pine cone scales, acorns, upholstery tacks, antique lighting pieces and stems made of iron pipes.

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Sunflower Wall Decor

Trying some new techniques with the sunflower theme. This is on 14×14 frame of scrap wood. Pine cone petals with acorns and upholstery tacks in a cork slice
I might try some with color but this one will remain more monochrome
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Refind Refind

I did it! I spent all afternoon taking down everything in my space at Whatcom Art Market and completely redesigning it to feature Art Inspired by Nature– almost every piece is made from or inspired by flowers from my garden and others.
On the right I installed an antique door to use as a feature piece to display door-decor! It will change with the seasons to make a centerpiece display. Since autumn arrives this week I decorated the door with garlands of artificial leaves and sunflowers to highlight several door decor items I created.
Center of the door has cork and architectural pieces from antique doors and drawers.
To the left of the door are two more corks and roses themed with antique door hardware acting as a vase holding dried roses.
In front of the door is an antique milk can filled with garden stakes — sunflowers made of cork, pine cone scales and vintage lighting fixture pieces. There are a couple old cupboard doors as well. One is Birchwood and the other autumn leaves.
In the center of the space I’m featuring ceramic tiles hand”painted” with flower petals in various designs. Another highlight is a framed elderberry flower in reflection. And finally one of my favorites– paper doll dresses flanked with matching flower petals. So far there is blue hydrangea, yellow orchid, and pretty pink petals.
On the left I have the postage-paid postcards, a few palette clipboards, and a new item — 4×4 ceramic tiles covered in various petals or handmade paper cutouts – a magnet on the back to decorate your refrigerator if you like.
I feel blessed to have this opportunity to participate in a vibrant art market and guild with so many talented people surrounding me and encouraging me!
Stop by if you’re out and about in Fairhaven and see what catches your eye!

©Belindabotzong2018

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Flower Power

I met a nice lady recently who loves the art of flowers like I do– only she’s been doing her art for many years while I have only started recently.
I made this jewelry display for her so when she goes to craft fairs or farmers market she has a pretty, flower inspired board.
It’s made with old berry flats, architectural hardware and lots of dried flowers. I wish her great success with her beautiful designs and the joy of creating! For Nancy — For the Luv of Flowers

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Grateful

I just returned from vacation and stopped by the Whatcom Art Market to pick up my commission for August. I was humbled, shocked, dismayed and grateful for sales over $400! As I approach the one year anniversary of Refind Creations I am so happy that the ideas, inspirations, and pure love of Refinding has been blessed by God! All glory to Him who inspires me with his designs and lets me have so much fun! Thank you to all who took time to shop in our local Art Market.

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Autumn Rainstorm


Rainstorms in September are still colored in shades of summer. Black Eyed Susan and a few sunflower petals illuminated by that sunny-rainy mix as autumn approaches illuminates my heart as well
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When You Find Out Someone Else Has The Same Amazing Idea…

Today on facebook I was happily surprised to find out that my idea for scanning in found objects is not original!  I have been scanning in rocks, sea glass, and lately a multitude of dried, pressed, or fresh flowers rather than taking photos because the effect of scanning is so incredibly detailed and beautiful, unique, and amazing!
Here are a few of my latest creations which will be used in some way in my upcoming creations for the Whatcom Art Market space.  I am also happy to report that ALL 6 of my Sunflowers have now sold, along with a few candles, succulents, and postcards.  Thank you to all of those who were kind enough to shop and buy some of my creations!  It makes my heart very happy that you found something that hopefully brings you joy.  My favorite customer today was my mother-in-law, who would not take them from me, but insisted on buying a candle and some post cards to support my success.  Ah, so sweet!
Enjoy a few of these latest creations and let me know what you think!


©Belindabotzong2018