So She Tells You.

Lost and found

2009-06-22T09:20:00.000+10:00

"I was lost for so long that I forget how it felt to be found."

New things

2009-06-19T13:04:00.001+10:00

So one half of my exciting prospects has come to fruition - I got a promotion at work and will be moving into the new and exciting role on monday!!! I will get to be around a lot more creative stuff and grow and learn and make my way up the ladder so to speak. very cool!!!!

To just be

2009-06-17T10:09:00.001+10:00

"To just be yourself is the greatest accomplishment of all."

floating away

2009-06-15T10:24:00.001+10:00

*via creampuff

dont stop

2009-06-14T10:20:00.001+10:00

*via music + pixels!

Discovery or Creation

2009-06-12T10:02:00.001+10:00

"The deepest secret is that life is not a process of discovery, but a process of creation. You are not discovering yourself, but creating yourself anew. Seek therefore, not to find out Who You Are, but seek to determine Who You Want to Be."-Conversations with God

The fight

2009-06-10T10:18:00.001+10:00

"There comes a time when you must fight for what you believe in.So you'd better make sure that what you believe in is worth fighting for."

A reminder

2009-06-07T15:31:00.003+10:00

"Nothing is certain except the passing of each day.Time is eternal -it remains even when you do not.Hold your head up high and do things you can be proud of.The future is beckoning, on the horizon.You can make the most out of every situation.You can choose to see the good in everything.Dont let the darkness win."

after the fall

2009-06-05T10:09:00.001+10:00

*via quote book

To say the unsaid

2009-06-03T13:27:00.000+10:00

""The role of a writer is not to say what we all can say, but what we are unable to say."-Anais Nin

The flower

2009-06-01T10:00:00.001+10:00

I wish that I could show you everything I am. I have so many ideas and goals and there is always this underlying sense of something exciting and inspiring coming along. I am trying, I really am. I dont know what you want.Here is what I want:~To create artwork that inspires and excites.~To travel to foreign places and collect adventures.~To fill my home with interesting items that have unique

Who you want to be

2009-05-29T10:28:00.000+10:00

"There are so many people that I want to be, sometimes I have trouble deciding between them all. And yet, somehow they are all interconnected - with big bursts of creativity at the heart of them all."

Quote me this

2009-05-28T10:27:00.000+10:00

"The important things are worth waiting for."

You are the crawl

2009-05-27T10:10:00.000+10:00

"And at times I fight a war with myself.It becomes hard to keep it all under control.When passion turns to hatred and silence is the answer,I scream a language inside my head.I cant stand to be sitting beside you, you are the crawlbeneath my skin.It hurts me to pretend that everything is fine and the lookon my face must give it all away.I've never been one to fake anything -but this truth

Sign of the times

2009-05-26T10:16:00.000+10:00

*via quote book

the waking dream

2009-05-25T10:27:00.000+10:00

*via heyitswil

Life is living

2009-05-22T10:31:00.000+10:00

*via quote book

chinese gardens

2009-05-21T10:34:00.001+10:00

I saw a program on tuesday night on gardens in china & japan and was moved immensely. What a beautiful sentiment and an inspiring view!!

Breaking free

2009-05-21T09:27:00.000+10:00

“ I am Free, no matter what rules surround me. If I find them tolerable, I tolerate them; if I find them too obnoxious, I break them. I am free because I know that I alone am morally responsible for everything I do. ”— Robert A. Heinlein

opportunity

2009-05-20T16:32:00.003+10:00

"It's amazing how one small step can lead to another andbefore you know it you are on a brand new journey.You are growing and learning and opportunities are comingup that you never would have thought of seeing before.I am standing at the edge of an amazing opportunity.I can see a glimpse of it, but I dont want to dare jumping for itbecause it may just vanish into dust.Instead I will stand quietly

My ringtone

2009-05-20T11:29:00.000+10:00

*via lovebot

we develop from negatives

2009-05-20T10:22:00.001+10:00

*via kari-shma

Find what you need

2009-05-19T10:13:00.001+10:00

*via quote book "What better way to create something unique and special than tomake something that YOU are looking for - that YOU want.You need to use the passion you feel for such things to inspire others.If you dont want it then how can anyone else?"

The heart aches for what it desires

2009-05-18T11:31:00.001+10:00

*via lovebot "To be with you in this moment would be magic.You read my mind.You play with my thoughts.You keep me up at night.This is new but I want it to be old, for I desirethe quirks that come with time.Speak to me the words I long to hear.My heart is bound to this hope."

Times like these..

2009-05-18T10:22:00.000+10:00

*via quote book

This is what you say

2009-05-15T10:38:00.000+10:00

"You speak to me in words that I cannot imagine.You open my heart with your song.You draw me nearer and nearer as if you arepulling me with an invisible thread.I cant deny you.Time is not static, this love is automatic."

Etsy update

2009-05-14T10:24:00.002+10:00

So I sold my first item on etsy! Sooooo exciting!!! I will be updating my shop with a new range of artwork very soon! I am debating whether to include framing or just leave them as unframed originals. Any thoughts?Thanks to everyone for the support!!

To cry is to be human

2009-05-14T09:34:00.000+10:00

*via thoughts on a sundayWhen you realise this how can you not make the most out of every day?

Life is as it is

2009-05-13T11:25:00.000+10:00

*via quote book A quote that sums me up perfectly! Haha.

Above all things..

2009-05-12T10:02:00.002+10:00

*via quote book"My mother is the best person I know. She is so full of knowledge and wisdom,compassion and laughter,joy and integrity,encouragement and acceptance and so many other wonderful qualities.She is always there to offer advice and guidance anddoesnt say 'i told you so' when i do the opposite.She has always been someone to look up to and I aspire to becomeas wonderful a person as she

More creation updates!!

2009-05-11T20:23:00.001+10:00

This one was made for one of my besties! I hope she likes it :) I'm trying some new patterned felt for a change and it is adding an extra element that I dig. I'm also quite into the shiny string I bought to sew with. My babooshka owey project has turned out so much better than I thought! I just have to add another coat of varnish and then I'll update you all with pics. Stoked!

the truth is

2009-05-11T14:51:00.000+10:00

*photo by zaukher"I wrote my truth here for you to see.Did it change things? No.But then I never thought that it would.Sometimes I get tired of the struggle and just want to retreat.So I do.And then I get the strength to fight again the next day.That's all part of life.There are highs and lows for eternity."

moments like this

2009-05-09T10:10:00.000+10:00

*via just be splendid

The romance is this

2009-05-08T11:02:00.000+10:00

"I’m not the silly romantic you think. I don’t want the heavens or the shooting stars. I don’t want gemstones or gold. I have those things already. I want…a steady hand. A kind soul. I want to fall asleep, and wake, knowing my heart is safe. I want to love, and be loved."—Shana Abe *via little miss

let the rain fall

2009-05-07T13:34:00.000+10:00

*via kari-shma"There are times when we feel like we have to make thingshappen. Things have to go a certain way because thats howthey 'should' go in your head.We map out our lives as a series of choices and dread the daythat we make the wrong one.'We cant make a wrong choice, the world might end.'But you know what?There are never wrong and right decisions -onlyones that will lead you in different

The miracle of life

2009-05-06T10:03:00.000+10:00

*via doityourselves "And yet life itself is somewhat of a miracle."

Doubt is a trouble

2009-05-05T10:22:00.000+10:00

“There is nothing more dreadful than the habit of doubt. Doubt separates people. It is a poison that disintegrates friendships and breaks up pleasant relations. It is a thorn that irritates and hurts; it is a sword that kills.” - Buddha. *via reluctant buddha

The heart of life

2009-05-04T11:19:00.000+10:00

*via quote book

Style update

2009-05-04T10:12:00.000+10:00

Skivvy - sportsgirllace dress - vintage thriftedvest - sportsgirltights - sussan

babooshka owleys

2009-05-03T14:52:00.003+10:00

Ok so I have almost finished work on one of my creative projects this weekend - I call them 'babooshka owleys'. When they have all dried and I add a coat or two of lacquer I'll know if it has worked.Thought you might like to see some action/unfinished shots. I was inspired by a set that Emily did over at the black apple . She really is something special! I'll let you know how mine end up.

upcoming creations!!!

2009-05-02T10:10:00.000+10:00

With all this creating lately (http://foundthis.etsy.com/) I have been coming up with new and interesting ideas! I have stepped out of the world of Owleys for a moment and have been sketching several new ideas. I also have an interesting project coming up soon that involves painting. It may work or it may not, but all I can do is try. I may also pop out some new creatures on my etsy page over the

New art discovery!

2009-05-01T16:36:00.000+10:00

Naturally they dont look as magical in this smal format, but these digital works by Julie Hill are amazing. She combines digital art with various other mediums, resulting in a unique combination with an individual flair! Very nice!!*artworks by Julie Hill*via 80%

What is possible?

2009-05-01T12:47:00.000+10:00

*via quote book

Starlight on the ceiling

2009-04-30T10:23:00.002+10:00

*via quote book I used to have some glow in the dark stars on my wall. They made me feel special! I wonder what happened to them..

The thoughts you keep

2009-04-29T17:17:00.004+10:00

"I thought about you last night.Infact I have thought about you a lot recently.I dont know why that is, there is no special anniversary,no strange amount of days since you departed.I keep wondering how long it has really been.I have stopped myself from counting, because I feel likeI dont need to know anymore and it doesnt really matter anyway.You left a big hole in my life.You all did.Woah, to

Plant this!

2009-04-29T10:27:00.000+10:00

Plant this!<

Smile and the world smiles with you

2009-04-28T11:22:00.000+10:00

Collingwood owley gift

2009-04-28T09:30:00.000+10:00

What to do when one of your really good friends has a birthday coming up and you dont know what to buy her - MAKE her something!! She has been a fan of my owleys and is a slightly INSANE collingwood AFL fan, so I thought why not combine the two and make a collingwood owley!!! I hope she likes it!

Jason Byrne @ capitol closing night

2009-04-27T13:08:00.002+10:00

Yeah, I'm a big fan and I made closing night of the melbourne comedy festival the second time seeing jason byrne this year. I took my flatmate and one of my besties and they loved it almost as much as I did. Although I had been before this season and therefore knew some of the jokes, the great thing about Jason is his impro. A lot of the show was also new!His character improvs are hilarious and

Shall you do this?

2009-04-27T13:06:00.000+10:00

*via quote book

Comedy Bonanza @ the palms, crown.

2009-04-25T09:47:00.004+10:00

Firstly I must start by saying it is Anzac Day today and I'd like to take a moment to remember all those brave souls who risked it all for our country, especially my Pop. Miss you.Last night I went to the "comedy bonanza" as part of the melbourne international comedy festival at the palms, crown. The venue was filled nowhere near capacity, but there were enough people for it to feel full enough.

Dream your dreams

2009-04-24T16:28:00.000+10:00

*via quote book

Choices and chance

2009-04-24T09:10:00.000+10:00

*via lovebot

Underneath the surface

2009-04-23T20:13:00.002+10:00

"You never really saw the depths of me.You never bothered to look beneath the surface.That should have worried me,I should have noticed.But all I saw was your smile.I should have seen the distance in your eyes,I should have taken notice of the cold.You pretended to be someone you werent, and before long the act wore off.The spell was broken.I dont want to be in your head anymore."

new addition!

2009-04-23T20:07:00.001+10:00

Introducing "Carter the Disco Owley"-newest addition to my online shop.She has her own little disco crown! Hehe.

It's like magic

2009-04-23T10:05:00.001+10:00

*via broken machineFeels like freedom.

Hold on, my love.

2009-04-22T20:10:00.003+10:00

*via gatekeeperI got home from work today and it was such a nice night that I decided to get out and walked down to the royal botanical gardens (which luckily enough starts at the end of my street). I walked along the path and looked at all the beautiful plants and trees and flowers and then I found a quiet spot to do some carefree spirit dancing. I imagine the many many generations of families

Kindness is everlasting

2009-04-22T10:20:00.000+10:00

*via quote book

Foxy Birdie

2009-04-21T09:30:00.001+10:00

*via we heart itHow gorgeous is this calendar!!! I just love little characters.

My etsy shop!!

2009-04-20T21:07:00.001+10:00

So it's all official. I have got myself organised and uploaded to my little online shop! I'd love to hear what you think!Found this! new EtsyNameSpace.Mini(6528169, 'shop','gallery',3,1).renderIframe();

Let's get to the heart of it all

2009-04-20T16:10:00.001+10:00

"It doesn’t interest me what you do for a living. I want to know what you ache for, and if you dare to dream of meeting your heart’s longing. It doesn’t interest me how old you are. I want to know if you will risk looking like a fool for love, for your dream, for the adventure of being alive. It doesn’t interest me what planets are squaring your moon. I want to know if you have touched the

The moment

2009-04-20T14:00:00.003+10:00

*via nothing else i can say "Ever have one of those moments of clarity,where things just work out in your head -they fall into place like a puzzle and you wonder how you neverknew the obvious answer you have just seen?Or where you try something many times and it doesntwork so you think about giving up but you dont - youjust try this one more time and then IT WORKS!!I had that moment this

Stand up

2009-04-20T09:11:00.000+10:00

*via quote book

Attitude behaviour

2009-04-17T16:49:00.002+10:00

"Life is all about your attitude.It's how you go into things that counts.If you have self belief and are somewhat confident then it doesnt matter what other people think or say because you know the real truth.This works when wearing a unique outfit - if youlet the outfit overwhelm you then it's a loss from the start.But if you work the outfit to your style then you have it!Life is all about your

What do we see?

2009-04-17T12:39:00.002+10:00

*via simply presentI have often wondered to myself whether the blue that I see is the same blue that you see or whether what I call blue you see as yellow. In the same way my opinions on things arent always the same as your opinions. We can like different things. The important thing is for us to always have acceptance. It's ok that we are different. That's what makes things interesting!!

Stamp this!

2009-04-17T12:34:00.002+10:00

*via flowers and artLove these stamps!! Things we should always remember.

Danny Bhoy @ Athenaeum

2009-04-17T10:19:00.003+10:00

So this was my third year seeing Danny Bhoy @ the melbourne comedy festival. Once again he didnt disappoint! We were lucky enough to be seated in the second row, and had a great view of the stage (and danny). He was hilarious!!! He seems like such a nice guy too. Apparently he isnt that popular in Scotland (which I find hard to believe) but he certainly pulls a crowd over here. It is such a great

The book of me

2009-04-16T16:46:00.002+10:00

"I'm not too sure where this will all end up.My dreams. My plans. My hopes.I cant tell you that I know what will happen.I dont.But what I do know is that I will remain true.I will do what I have always done and keepgoing, day by day, along this path.And someday I will get to where I want to be.I have faith that I am where I need to be.I have so many ideas swirling around,so many things I want to

cupcake cookies!!

2009-04-16T10:28:00.001+10:00

*via slumberland Cupcake cookies? Just about the coolest thing ever!!

The complexities of love

2009-04-16T10:20:00.000+10:00

*via lovebot

What will keep you warm?

2009-04-15T13:32:00.003+10:00

"Hold on to your integrity,in a world like this it will be your trusted friend.It will never let you down.Though it may be hard and at times you mayquestion your beliefs -dont give them upto be popular or to conform with the norm.Beliefs should always be questioned but if you haveanalysed them and they still ring true for you thendont let them go.In this day and age your individuality should be

Truth and love

2009-04-15T08:39:00.001+10:00

*via music + pixels

This is growth

2009-04-14T18:16:00.000+10:00

“ After a while, you learn the subtle difference between holding a hand and changing a soul. You begin to learn that kisses aren’t contracts and presents aren’t promises. And you start to accept your defeats with your head up and your eyes open. You learn to build all your roads on today because tomorrow’s ground is too uncertain. After a while, you learn that even sunshine burns if you get too

All we really need

2009-04-14T13:20:00.000+10:00

*via music + pixels

Floral wonders

2009-04-14T10:46:00.001+10:00

*via quote book

Changed from changes

2009-04-14T10:29:00.002+10:00

"Before long you will see that I am not the girl I used to be.I have grown in many ways -upbut also out and inside too.I learnt some lessons the hard way, and saw the valuein that truth.I pushed myself when I wanted to retreat.And so now I am here where I wanted to be.I have seen things I always wanted to see.But I have so much more infront of me."

You see whats real

2009-04-14T10:24:00.001+10:00

*via quote book

Style shots!

2009-04-13T18:38:00.003+10:00

vintage capelet - sportsgirldress - sussantights - jonathon aston On my vintage shopping expedition at various op shops this weekend I picked up some vintage doilies. I sewed them together and made myself a funky little scarf!! Its amazing what creative things you can do when you are inspired! I'm also currently creating a few little characters to possibly sell online. Meet little owley! His

Just look up!!

2009-04-13T14:26:00.000+10:00

*via i can read"Just look up and I will be there.I am in the clouds.I am in the air.I am all around you.Breathe me in.Escape."

I love owls!!

2009-04-12T15:51:00.000+10:00

*via wishopeace

Fear can be overcome

2009-04-11T10:36:00.000+10:00

*via wishopeace

If you believe you will achieve

2009-04-10T13:21:00.000+10:00

*via quote book

Hold onto your inspiration

2009-04-10T10:05:00.000+10:00

*via wishopeace "Find it! Discover what makes you tick.The very thing that gets your creative juices flowing andinspires you to try something new.And when you do -follow it!Never lose sight of it. There will always be a use for it -every day of your life.Hold on to what inspires you and give backin the hope of inspiring someone else!"

Happy easter to all!

2009-04-10T09:46:00.003+10:00

Just wanted to write a quick one to wish you all a very happy easter -whatever religion you believe in! I hope you get to spend the weekend with wonderful people and eating great food! Thats all we can hope for really ;) Mmmmm chocolate.

Jason Byrne @ capitol theatre

2009-04-09T15:14:00.002+10:00

So last night I went down to the capitol theatre to see my first melbourne comedy festival show for 2009 and ended up at a Jason Byrne gig!! So exciting! I went with a friend and we had dinner first at a little cafe where we happened to sit near Tim Minchin (who was out with his family enjoying the atmosphere too). The venue was packed - I hadnt been to the capitol theatre before but it was kinda

The ripple effect

2009-04-09T14:25:00.000+10:00

*via wishopeace

More art discoveries

2009-04-09T10:28:00.001+10:00

*artwork by Yellena Here is some incredible art by Yellena. Just beautiful!!

The very nature of it

2009-04-09T10:22:00.000+10:00

*via wishopeace

The challenge is the key

2009-04-08T10:26:00.003+10:00

"Challenge me. Make me question my feelingsand float away with the night.I want to feel alive again.Challenge me. Ask me questions that delve intothe very depths of my soul and subconscious- to analyse why I do what I do.Challenge me. Push me further than you thoughtI could go and then watch me run back to you.Because nothing here is worthyand I am tired of the endless battle.Challenge me and see

Feel the difference

2009-04-08T10:20:00.001+10:00

*via missdreass Oh the things I would do if I had my own place.I LOVE the textures so much and I want to make my own artwork set. Too cool!

Your love, the weapon

2009-04-08T10:02:00.000+10:00

*via quote book

Vintage madness

2009-04-07T16:45:00.002+10:00

Everything old is new again! I have fallen onto the vintage wagon quite late in the game I must admit - but for a while now the idea of rumaging through op shops and markets for old gems actually excites me. Last weekend I decided to venture out in the cold weather and see what I could find. I ended up doing a lot better than I thought I would. I got quite a few things that I am currently working

Always seeking

2009-04-07T16:41:00.002+10:00

"I believe that the very purpose of our life is to seekhappiness. That is clear.Whether one believes in religion or not,whether one believes in this religion or that religion,we all are seeking something better in life.So, I think, the very motion of our life is towards happiness."-The Dalai Lama *via reluctant buddha

Educate your mind!

2009-04-07T09:59:00.000+10:00

*via quote book

You are the light

2009-04-06T16:39:00.001+10:00

"..Your light is seen, your heart is known, your soul is cherished by more people than you might imagine…If you knew how many others have been touched in wonderful ways by you, you would be astonished. If you knew how many people feel so much for you, you would be shocked…You are far more wonderful than you think you are… Rest with that. Rest easy with that. Breathe again. You are doing fine.

Fill your suitcase with happiness

2009-04-06T10:05:00.003+10:00

"Pack your suitcase. Pack it full of everything essential.Everything you really need to be happy in life.One suitcase.Have a look at all the things you are trying to squeeze in.Do you really need them to be happy?All that makeup?Hair products?Shoes?Does that really warm the inside of your soul?Take them out and start again.Pack inspiration, love, hope and courage.Bring strength, integrity and an

Life is yours for the taking

2009-04-06T09:59:00.003+10:00

*ALL via thoughts on a sunday

Dont take what you dont need

2009-04-06T09:43:00.001+10:00

*via quote book

Really awake

2009-04-03T14:33:00.002+11:00

" “ The Buddha was asked, ‘Are you a God?’ He said he was not. ‘Then what are you?’ He answered, ‘I am awake.’ "*ALL via simply present

in the midst of darkness dont lose the light

2009-04-03T09:39:00.004+11:00

*via love bot"It is true, time heals all things.But what it cant change is that hard knot of rageyou hold deep, deep within yourself.If you dont work through it, and open it to the lightnow and then it grows - like a cancer- in the dark.It twists and it turns and it burns away.I have forgiven many things in my life.I like to think I am a forgiving person.But there comes a time when enough is