From behind the scenes-

This is where my fun begins...see

 

 

not all studios are nice and neat!

Lazy Dazy Day

Enjoying my day with paintbrush and pen.  Aaahhhhh!

I am thinking...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Azulejo

Would you like the opportunity....

 

to create this necklace or one similar?  Well then stay tuned!

Greenville's Anthropologie!

 

Greenville has a new store, well sort of...

. 

 Their grand opening was March 29, 2013

 

ANTHROPOLOGIE
Downtown Greenville
Main and Washington Block 1
Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 242-4553

I could not be prouder of our new ANTHROPOLOGIE  in downtown Greenville, SC.  Take a closer

look at the photos above that I captured while shopping right after their grand opening.  Notice the peach tree and the orange dress.  I loved this gesture since we are noted for our peaches in the area.  Another thing that I was impressed with is their lighting.  Maybe I am crazy but this is some of the best display lighting I have ever seen.  It looks like the real sun coming through! 

Did you know they also use local artists artwork, and local antique stores to shop for display items? 

 

 "Fine Arts Center student Sierra Snipes' design concept and proposal was chosen and accepted for the 20 feet wide by 8 feet tall mural project. The completed artwork will stand until construction of the store and plaza is completed; afterward the mural will be deconstructed

for inclusion in the store's interior displays." 

 

So go ahead, take a look in the our new ANTHROPOLOGIE and

I promise you will not come out empty handed,

from cookbooks to door knobs, and clothing to candles they have it all.

 

Enjoy Yourself!

Laura.

 



"Fore!"

Don't forget your special gal-

Thought I would share one of my new mosaic pendants.  

 

 

The color pink is so sweet and to make it into a pendant with pearl makes it even more special.

 

Don't forget your mom or a special someone May 12th.

 

Enjoy your day!

 

Laura.

 

 

 

Custom Mosaic Brand

 

Today I am very stoked (as they say) to share with you my latest

 

 custom mosaic commission. 

 

I had mentioned the project when I first started back in the fall,
so now I want to share the end results.  This is my favorite part. 

The clients are organic beef ranchers, thus the name, in Texas. 
The project was designed and created in my Greenville, SC
studio and then shipped to her in Texas, to make a long story short. 
There it was installed by tile professionals and now you see the beautiful results.
I must say I would love to have one in my home!

By the way isn't her door to die for?

Thanks for stopping by today and sharing today with me.

I would love for you to share this with your friends too!

 

Laura.

It's color that makes me happy-

I was looking in Hobby Lobby yesterday for material to make a banner. 
I found exactly what I was looking for and then...

 

 

out of the corner of my eye I spotted this delicious fabric.  Look at those rich colors! 

 I could just swim in that.  One thing I don't see are the teals. 

You know I gotta have my teals or turquoise! 

What are you favorite color schemes right now?

 

Enjoy today!

Laura.

Gyspy's Stage Line

Just how cute is this little Gypsy Stage Line?

 

My husband and I were out Sunday afternoon for our routine

errands and saw this little stage coach

located behind Bucky's BBQ in Greenville.

I couldn't help myself it's adorable!  If you

have a chance go by there and see all the

other things that are out there really fun.

 

Enjoy today!

Laura.

 

Hey those are my Eggs!

I hope you and your family enjoy your Easter Day!

 

That is me and my cousin.  I think I was five. 

My brother and other boy cousin had just busted all my

 Easter eggs on that tree behind us.  I was so mad!

See the little pool thing in the back, that is a fish

pond.  So cool.

Enjoy your DAY!

xx Laura.

 

My Groovin' Styleboard

This is my third week homework in Holly Becker's Blog Boss e-course.   It took me much longer to design than I ever thought.  I have been a member of Polyvore for two years but haven't given it much time. I kept getting frusterated.  Now I love it!  My goal is to start offering more styleboards so that you can see how to wear mosaic jewelry that's handcreated in Greenville, SC and other creative  desigin ideas.  I am so excited!

groovin style board by laurakaiken featuring a gypsy necklace

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Eight Blogs that Rock my World

 

 

Florabella Collection

Incredible photography

Private touching stories

Inspirational

Clean layout

Florabella Collection offers Photoshop Actions,
Fine Art Textures, Vintage Frames, and more digital products for photographers. 

 

 

 Casey Klan

Dependable substance

Instructional

Music

Highlights famous artists including my
favorite Henri Matisse

 

House of Turquoise

 Obsessed with the color turquoise.
 Erin started this blog to collect inspirational photos
"I find of fabulous rooms that feature all of the lovely shades of my favorite color".
She even has other colors too.  Turquoise is my favorite though!

 

 Laura Casey Interiors

Cooking

Designing

Charlotte Information

excellent photography

 



 Print & Pattern

If you love repeat pattern or modern fabrics and
design you will (and I do ) love this blog.

Always inspirational Colorful

 

Kalyn Brooke

Adorable format

Entertaining and Instructional

Youthful and energetic

Best tips on creative savings.

 

Paper Apron - Kim Byer

From Columbia SC

Great recipes

Beautiful photography

 

Magda Frank

Beautiful German blog of color, design and fashion apparel

Stop by these beautiful informative blogs when you

have a chance.  I really enjoyed compiling these for you.

 

Enjoy!

Moving right along...

 

 

I am so excited to share that new changes are on the way here in the studio blog.  What is it about spring that makes you want to fluff your nest.  My family just moved into a new home and its got me wanting to change everything!  I guess my studio blog is no different.  Little by little I hope to create a nice place to stop in and enjoy what makes an eclectic life even more interesting.

 

Mosaic Art - Bohemian Lifestyle - Pretty Pictures

 

laura.

The Figure in Composition

I came across this workbook today and thought you would like it! It's always fun to learn new techniques.

...Students and professionals alike will benefit from this focus on the figure in the overall composition of a sketch or drawing.

Enjoy and take your time today, it's Sat-urday! :)

http://store.doverpublications.com/0486481557.html

laura.

Mosaic Mirror Workshop

 

Make your reservation for the next mosaic mirror workshop. There are a couple of spaces left. More info http://www.laurakaiken.com (look under workshops)

Saturday January 19 10:00-3:00. all supplies included. $85

Laura K Aiken Studio

10 Central Avenue

Greenville SC

864-360-3811

laura@laurakaiken.com

Hope to see you - remember you must make your reservation to save your space.

Laura.

Has it been that long?!

Yippie we've made it through another year!  I hope your new year is a fancy one.

I have been so bad at keeping my blog posts going.  It's been since November!!  I think I had better get a little more organized and keep you better informed on my latest Bohemian Mosaic Jewelry.  If you don't see me here, you can always drop in at Pinterest and Facebook....or you can always nag me here, I love for you to post.  Thanks for hanging in there with me.  I had a wonderful and profitable year.  Without you it would not have been possible.

Greenville Open Studios 2012

I hope to see you November 3 or 4 for our Open Studios 2012!!
There will be tons of fun going on.
10 Central Avenue
Greenville, SC

WhooHoo! Open Studios 2012

 

Mark your calendars!  I want to see YOU.

I will have my new Bohemian Mosaic Pendants for you, plus a few surprises!

NEW in the shop!

 

I love yellow!  It makes me happy and all "summery" even if it's fall.

available at ETSY