Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Dec 4, 2009, 8:45 am
It's day four of our 13 day Christmas ornament extravaganza and it's Melissa David's package that we open today.  Melissa amazes me with her creativity and attention to detail.  She comb...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Dec 3, 2009, 7:12 am
My friend, Jackie Allison's ornament arrived at my doorstep in a festive box, decorated for the season.  Inside was this tantalizing little bag, surrounded by red tissue and a lovely, vintage sty...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Dec 2, 2009, 10:20 am
The second day of Christmas belongs to my sweet friend, Pilar.  Pilar always amazes me with her insight and creativity and this year, for her ornament, she made a gorgeous, fabric  strip of layered ...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Dec 1, 2009, 7:59 am
It's that time again!  Every year, I do a Christmas ornament swap with a group of artist friends.  Usually, it's done over the first 12 days of December but this year, there are 13 of us.  ...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Nov 29, 2009, 7:08 am
 There is no better place to spend the Thanksgiving holiday than at the beaches of Florida. Our extended family (which is fairly huge!) gathered in a large rental house which, at first, was unfamili...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Nov 25, 2009, 10:20 pm
Thou hast given so much to me,Give one thing more, - a grateful heart;Not thankful when it pleaseth me,As if Thy blessings had spare days,But such a heart whose pulse may be Thy praise.~George Herbert
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Nov 18, 2009, 7:00 am
Interested in taking a class with me?  I'm really excited to be teaching in Texas a few times next year.  Shady Ladies Altered Art Retreat is a new event, hosted by Jeri Aaron.  It will be held...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Nov 17, 2009, 9:04 am
Our Echo photo prompt from Susan and Chrysti is "abundance" and above you see my interpretation...the abundance of the cross.  I've been enjoying these photo prompts so much, and working with DJ ...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Nov 16, 2009, 9:08 am
What a fantastic time I had at the Houston Bead Society Show!  Sally was a fabulous assistant and  cheerleader (of course!) and we met some terrific people.My neighbors were most talented and fabulo...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Nov 12, 2009, 8:47 pm
I'm off to the Houston Bead Society Show this weekend.  Got my table covers, jewelry boxes, santos/angel, mirrors and...oh, yeah...jewelry.  I feel ready to "show" for three days.  I'll h...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Nov 12, 2009, 12:01 am
"Sixth Day:  Today I will indulge myself in prayer!  I have worked very hard on this program and I must rest and ask for new energy."June Masters Bacher I found this lovely, six day devotional by J...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Nov 11, 2009, 8:12 am
photo by Todd Heisler"The liberties of our country, the freedom of our civil Constitution, are worth defending at all hazards; and it is our duty to defend them against all attacks. We have received...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Nov 11, 2009, 6:26 am
 "Fifth Day:   Today I will drink from the cup of forgiveness--even when the dregs are bitter..."June Masters Bacher
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Nov 10, 2009, 7:47 am
"Fourth Day:  Today I will nibble away until I find something good in each member of my family and friends..."June Masters Bacher
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Nov 9, 2009, 12:01 am
"Third Day:  Today I will go on a liquid diet of cheer, sharing a cup of joy with everyone I meet..." June Masters Bacher
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Nov 8, 2009, 12:01 am
"Second Day:  Today I will skimp on pessimism, substituting optimism..." June Masters Bacher
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Nov 7, 2009, 3:41 pm
"Now is the right time to shape up for fall...  Let's leave the gathering to those who sowed and the weight-losing to those who are overly endowed and get down to a six-day spiritual fitness prog...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Nov 4, 2009, 9:26 pm
The Houston Bead Society will be holding their annual bead and jewelry show and sale, November 13th through 15th and, although I haven't had the chance to attend yet, I've heard wonderful thin...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Nov 4, 2009, 7:32 am
Happy 40th, beautiful sis!!
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Nov 2, 2009, 8:24 am
"Decorate"(click the photo for a larger view) photos by DJ Pettitt and Deryn Mentock It's time for our second round of bi-weekly prompts from Susan's and Chrysti's "Echo" challenge.  I ...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Oct 31, 2009, 11:59 pm
All Saint's Day Prayer For Saintly Grace Almighty and Everlasting God,who dost enkindle the flame of Thy love in the hearts of the saints,grant unto us the same faith and power of love;that, as w...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Oct 30, 2009, 8:57 pm
The Great Jack4 1/2 feet x 5 1/2 feet
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Oct 28, 2009, 11:10 am
There's a new girl in town.  She keeps me company during the day and her special assignment is to adorn my jewelry display table at vendor events. She's agreed to wear at least one piece o...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Oct 26, 2009, 5:26 pm
I'm so enjoying a very rainy, stormy...cool (yes!  cool!) day, here in Houston.  I just returned from the local big box shop where I picked up some super cushy slippers for my feet and a roasted...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Oct 25, 2009, 2:03 pm
EmergeMy friend Susan, and her friend Chrysti, have started a bi-weekly photo prompt called "Echo."  Actually, this will be much more than a bi-weekly prompt...it will be an inspirational, artistic j...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Oct 24, 2009, 8:48 am
It was hard to fit everything into my last post about my Oregon treasure hunt so here's the rest of it.  These are some of my very best finds from the trip. Somehow, I've developed a fetish ...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Oct 22, 2009, 10:16 am
Now that I'm finally unpacked from Art & Soul and settled in enough to enjoy the autumn, I have time to share some of the treasures my mom and I uncovered in Oregon. My mom has always been one of...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Oct 20, 2009, 10:22 am
The eagle has landed.  There's an Eagle in the house and we couldn't be more proud! Congratulations, Number Two.  You rock!
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Oct 19, 2009, 8:09 pm
My parents jetted back home to Oregon and I bawled like a big baby.  Fortunately, I had a lovely surprise to take away the sting of their leaving...my dear friend DJ was in town for the International...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Oct 17, 2009, 8:36 am
Interested in winning some great stuff from Susan Lenart Kazmer's Objects and Elements online store?  There's a new Reader Challenge up at the O&E design team blog:  "Put me in a bezel!"  S...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Oct 12, 2009, 8:09 am
My dear friends, Kelly Snelling and Ruth Rae, are in the process of auctioning off some of the incredible pieces of jewelry from the book they authored, A Charming Exchange.  As many of you know, swe...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Oct 11, 2009, 7:09 am
I'm back from a terrific trip to Portland where I taught the most incredible group of women.  I barely know where to start to explain what an unbelievable trip this was. I missed my doggie!  An...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Sep 28, 2009, 11:37 pm
I've been in Oregon for a few days of blissfully beautiful weather and it's about to start raining.  That's ok...I'm just grateful to be here.  My flight was near perfect until a dis...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Sep 21, 2009, 10:26 am
Wife Whisperer is quite a guy.  This weekend, he took me antique hunting...not something most guys (himself included!) really enjoy.  The loving patience displayed was amazing!  Especially in light...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Sep 17, 2009, 2:11 pm
I was so touched by all of your comments to my last post...your encouragment is priceless!  But, I promise, I wasn't fishing for support...just having a small moment.  In truth, I'm in a pre...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Sep 15, 2009, 9:15 am
I've been working on some really fun things lately (can't wait to show you but they're not quite ready), as I scurry around, getting ready to leave for Art & Soul in Portland.  I'm fe...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Sep 13, 2009, 6:50 pm
Carla Barrett-Bead Shelf Necklace-Project 3 It's the very end of my Mary Hetts jewelry challenge.  I would like to thank each of you who participated with me throughout the challenge...your work...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Sep 12, 2009, 11:43 am
I'm very excited to announce, my Wingkeeper class for Art & Soul-Portland in October, is almost full.  Only three spots left!  I'd like to say, right here, that I'm very grateful to have...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Sep 11, 2009, 8:42 am
He will wipe every tear from their eyes.  There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.  Rev. 21:4
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Sep 9, 2009, 8:16 am
class sample for "Clear Applications- Jewelry"I've been working like crazy on a few last minute teaching proposals and I have exciting news...Linda Young, organizer of Art Unraveled, has the websi...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Sep 2, 2009, 8:18 am
"Angels Watch"Available on Etsy            
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Aug 29, 2009, 8:36 am
 Writing this has been on my mind for a while now, because of something I found a few weeks ago.  My kitchen counter wisdom (my laptop typically resides on my kitchen counter) comes to you today via...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Aug 27, 2009, 8:37 am
I've been corresponding lately with my friend Marie Aimee who has generously offered to hit the French flea markets in search of treasures for me.  The other day, I received a package...all the w...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Aug 24, 2009, 6:57 pm
"Coraline"Available in my Etsy shopThese earrings were created from some of my new batch of resin charms.  I have a large, old tin of vintage mother-of-pearl and glass buttons that I scored at an ant...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Aug 19, 2009, 8:20 am
"Blue Flowers" Available in my Etsy shop (sold) Project 20-Twisted Wire Choker Necklace Well, obviously, I chose not to do the twisted wire choker for the 20th, and last, project of my Mary Hettma...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Aug 18, 2009, 7:39 pm

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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Aug 12, 2009, 2:27 pm
What to do when it's a gloomy, stormy, wet...hot and humid...day?  Stay inside and pour resin, of course!  I've been busy the last few days pouring resin charms.  Even though it's quite...
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Deryn M. posted an article on Something Sublime - Aug 10, 2009, 8:33 am
   Interested in learning how to make your own, beautiful ear wires for earrings?  I've posted a free ear wire making tutorial on the Objects and Elements design team blog.  I re-vamped my...
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