Thursday, November 24, 2011

Emila's Illustrated Blog

Emila's Illustrated Blog


I want to visit Australia but I need Australian friends to vote for me

Posted:

I entered myself in a contest where I choose to visit Australia. But in order to win, I need votes (in the form of facebook LIKE) from Australian friends. I know I have quite a number of blogging friends in Australia and I am hoping that they can vote for me. To all Australian friends, [...]


Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Juliana's Bits and Pieces

Juliana's Bits and Pieces


Bust Their Stockings Open With These Huge Deals!

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 09:45 AM PST

* 25% of the skateboard, wrapped canvas, framed poster print, t-shirt and mug net sale price will be deducted when one or more qualifying products are purchased and the coupon code STOCKINGBUST is applied at checkout. The net sale price is the price of the product (excluding shipping and taxes). Offer is valid until November 27, 2011 at 11:59pm PT. This offer does not apply to past purchases and may not be combined with any other Zazzle promotional or volume discount offers. This offer does not apply to screen printed apparel. If a volume discount applies to your order, you will receive either the discount set forth in this offer or the standard volume discount, whichever is greater.


1. Try as you might, you just won't be able to fit a skateboard into a stocking. But the carnage left behind in trying will be a small price to pay for the joy seen in the face of the lucky recipient!



2. These wrapped canvas prints come ready to hang. They're hardly ideal for use in stockings, but they're sure to brighten up your loved one's room!
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3. A stocking makes a horrible container for a large framed poster. On the other hand, a custom framed print makes a wonderful way to adorn their wall. Give the gift of art!


4. Stockings do a great job of keeping your feet warm. But what about the rest of you? A custom sweatshirt or hoodie will keep them warm and cozy through those cold winter months!
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5. Ok, we admit it - you could probably fit a travel mug or stein in a stocking if it's made of a stretchy material and you push really hard. But don't let that stop you from picking up a lovely custom photo mug to add a little warmth to their daily dose of coffee!
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Tuesday, November 22, 2011

designer's depot

designer's depot


Tree Brush SET 1 PS by FrostBo

Posted: 21 Nov 2011 06:41 PM PST

Get these amazing Tree Brush for Photoshop, made with PS7 by FrostBo from Deviantart. You can make stunning photomanips of forest using these.

tree adobe brush frostbo.jpg

get them here.

Designer’s Depot: the best source for artists, designers and art lovers.

Monday, November 21, 2011

designer's depot

designer's depot


Amazing Spider Man Street Art by Kurt Wenner

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 07:16 PM PST

Here is another amazing street art by artist Kurt Wenner, this depicts Spiderman slinging onto buildings and encourages passerbys to try and walk across the webs.

kurt wenner spiderman art 1.jpg

via: comicsalliance.com

Designer’s Depot: the best source for artists, designers and art lovers.

Emila's Illustrated Blog

Emila's Illustrated Blog


Sketchy Sunday #9: WiP My Father’s Kitchen

Posted:

Have done 3 spreads of illos for my upcoming book, My Father’s Kitchen. Currently doing illos for page 7 and 8. After discussions with publisher and editor, we agreed to change the boy character with the girl from My Mother’s Kitchen. This is because the braided-hair girl is quite well-known already and it’s good to [...]


Nipper's Nook

Nipper's Nook


Our Thanksgiving Day Menu 2011

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 09:15 PM PST


Here is a list of the items we will be preparing for Thanksgiving. If you would like the recipes for any of these dishes (Each recipe comes with its own shopping list), please click the link and you will be taken to the appropriate page. If you have any questions on preparing any of the following recipes, please let me know in a comment.

Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving!


Appetizers...

photo of cheesy bread

Cheesy Bread


I decided to make rolls this year...

photo of rolls after they have baked

White Dinner Rolls



You've got to have potatoes...

photo of whipped potatoes

Whipped Potatoes




How about some gravy to go with those potatoes...

Lump-Free Thanksgiving Gravy



Yes, we are doing stuffing as well. I just sauté celery, onions and add the stuff from the box, so I don't have anything written-up on it.




...And still in his bag, the star of the show...

photo of turkey

Thanksgiving Turkey




Now, for dessert...



photo of cheesecake

Spiced Pumpkin Cheesecake



and finally...

Apple Pie with Crème Fraîche and Black Pepper


Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!!

Juliana's Bits and Pieces

Juliana's Bits and Pieces


Save on The TOP 5 stocking

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 11:34 AM PST

* 25% of the case, necklace, magnet and mug net sale price will be deducted when one or more qualifying products are purchased and the coupon code STOCKINGGIFT is applied at checkout. 10% of the Zazzle Custom Stamp sheet net sale price will be deducted when one or more qualifying Zazzle Custom Stamp sheets are purchased and the coupon code STOCKINGGIFT is applied at checkout. For most products, the net sale price is the price of the product (excluding shipping and taxes). For Zazzle Custom Stamps, the net sale price is the difference between the price of the Zazzle Custom Stamps (excluding shipping and taxes) and the face value of the postage. Offer is valid until November 27, 2011 at 11:59pm PT. This offer does not apply to past purchases and may not be combined with any other Zazzle promotional or volume discount offers. If a volume discount applies to your order, you will receive either the discount set forth in this offer or the standard volume discount, whichever is greater.

1. They've been waiting all year for that new mobile phone to show up under the tree. Complement it with a custom case that fits their phone and their personality!

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2. You can literally and figuratively keep your loved ones close to your heart with a custom necklace from Zazzle. A perfect gift for that special someone!

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3. We've all got those special memories to hang up on the fridge - class pictures, holiday cards, baby announcements. Help them show off all their favorites with a custom magnet!

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4. Inside our mugs, there's usually something warm and soothing. Why shouldn't the outside be the same? Give them the gift of a happy memory they can revisit every day!

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5. With Zazzle Custom Stamps, their mailings will have that extra personal touch that really strikes a chord. Give a sheet of joy that can be shared with friends and family the world around!

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Sunday, November 20, 2011

Nipper's Nook

Nipper's Nook


Ducks Я Us

Posted: 19 Nov 2011 11:08 AM PST


Yesterday, I was awakened by a loud banging sound coming from our roof. I figured that maybe Santa was paying an early visit this year (yes, I've been SO good), but before I could even get out of bed, I heard a commotion coming from our backyard. Looking out the back door, I saw fourteen (yes, 14), ducks fighting and eating from our feeders. That banging I heard on our roof, were the ducks landing and then taking off to finally land in our backyard.

We usually have only four to six, all pairs, feeding from our yard, so this mass invasion came as something of a shock. My wife tried to get some good photos, but with our POS camera, these are the best she could do. Unfortunately, the ducks flat-out refused to stay still for this photo-op...


photo of ducks feeding from our yard



photo of ducks feeding from our yard

Juliana's Bits and Pieces

Juliana's Bits and Pieces


$10 free gift to you

Posted: 19 Nov 2011 09:52 AM PST

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Saturday, November 19, 2011

Nipper's Nook

Nipper's Nook


Friday Fotos: 11/18

Posted: 18 Nov 2011 09:22 AM PST





photo of a heron standing alone...look at me standing heron my own again

courtesy of... somuchpun.com




I kinda figured this...

photo of just a security door and no fence...Windows Firewall

courtesy of... lolpix.com




Love the look on that dog...

photo of girl and a dog and the dog saying: dude, she's with me

courtesy of... hahastop.com




Another mystery solved...

photo of cat wearing a funny costume

courtesy of... icanhascheezburger.com