It's been a little crazy-busy around here. One way to tell: a box arrived last week that said this right on it
and I only got around to opening it up to peek inside today.
Yeah, that busy. You already know how excited we all get about this kind of stuff showing up on the doorstep. To not just stop whatever I'm doing and tear into it in a manic frenzy of flying packing material? Yeah...no. You might get an even clearer picture of this past couple weeks if I sheepishly admit that the unopened box has been sitting on top of an only partially-unpacked suitcase since it arrived. And yes, I've been home from NY for like, 2 weeks.
For the record, the suitcase and odds and ends that had remained inside have finally all been put away now too.
But back to the fun (and less embarrassing) stuff...the box!
Inside was (ta da!) my new eco-themed coasters created by Legacy Publishing. They've named the set "Mother Earth" and I am absolutely loving how they turned out! Here's the neato thing (to me) about these...Legacy pretty much exists at all because of thrifty recycling and tree-saving from, well, back in the day when people didn't really brag about that kind of thing.
It all started long ago with a little company that would re-bind hardcover books for publishers. Recycling them back into the marketplace with a fresh new paperback cover so they don't go to waste. That's pretty thrifty in iteslf. But then there were the old covers...they couldn't just throw them away (I love that attitude!) so they invented a process to recycle them into beautiful stationery products...and started, well, a Legacy.
How cool is that?
So to me, these coasters are yet another perfect fit for my eco designs. And to celebrate this, the earth, and the beginning of that season of getting out there and enjoying the earth...I am giving away a set of 12 (1 of each design) of these cool coasters to one of you awesome blog-readers. Just for being you, just for continuing to indulge me and my big blabbermouth.
Simply comment on this post and tell me something you are looking forward to doing this summer. Anything. Just post (it has to be on this one) and I'll draw a name from a hat on the 21st of June (Summer Solstice). And I'll send you something (well, 12 somethings) to slide under your frosty cold beverages this summer.
Small steps to save the planet, a tree, and of course, your furniture.
WOW!!! I love those!! They came out fabulous!!
Knowing that this art is not just a trend for you and that it is your way of life makes them even more special.
Congrats and I look forward to many more collections with this art on them!!!
I look forward to watching all the flowers bloom !
Posted by: sue zipkin | June 06, 2009 at 03:48 PM
You blow my mind.
For starters, I cannot imagine having this kind of package in the house and not shredding it open. I always think that I am busy but I cannot fathom being that kind of busy. I wish I had your kind of discipline and dedication. If I did I'd be better at crossing the important stuff off my list before paying attention to the fun stuff.
These designs leave me in awe. 'Pedal Power' is my favorite but I am also wildly fond of your Earth tree. Oh and the 'Conserve' drop. Oh and...drat....All of them. You are tops.
Posted by: amber alvarez | June 06, 2009 at 06:43 PM
I'm looking forward to baseball games and farmers markets.
And these are beautiful, Beth! I was in Target yesterday and I saw your "Conserve" design on a wall hanging and got so excited. I told my mom, "I know this artist virtually!" :)
Posted by: www.google.com/accounts/o8/id?id=AItOawkaZ8sJjYht6adHD46Ebk81LnXDMtXp9I4 | June 08, 2009 at 05:16 AM
okay, this new "signing in" thing isn't working so well. Just to clarify, the above comment was written by Elizabeth of thefinestmuffins.blogspot.com.
Posted by: www.google.com/accounts/o8/id?id=AItOawkaZ8sJjYht6adHD46Ebk81LnXDMtXp9I4 | June 08, 2009 at 05:17 AM
Ugh…sorry girls, TypePad prompted me to “upgrade” the notification thingy and I’m not so crazy about what it’s doing either and need to figure out how to get it back to the way it was before! In the mean time…thanks for going to whatever extra effort it’s made you go to and commenting anyway! I’ll fix it…!
Posted by: Beth L | June 08, 2009 at 09:26 AM
Way too cool, Beth. Love 'em! I am looking forward to going to the Squam Art Workshop in NH in September. Really looking forward to it!
Posted by: BJ Lantz | June 08, 2009 at 10:59 AM
The coasters are great!!!
I'm looking forward to building a out building for my husbands office. But mainly I'm glad to see the sunshine.
Posted by: Anika | June 08, 2009 at 12:52 PM
Beth these are so cute and fun!! Love them. I know exactly what you mean about opening the box of samples, though. I have been known to trip over huge boxes that I leave in the garage because I just don't have time to dig into the mess. All that packing stuff and all those boxes... then where do I put all the samples?!! Ahh... all such happy dilemmas for the working (and thankful to be) artist!
I am looking forward to a girly-girl weekend at the beach with some friends and also a week in the Pocono Mt.'s with some family.
Posted by: Joyce Shelton | June 08, 2009 at 01:45 PM
Beth,
I have been collecting your work for awhile and just came across your blog. How exciting!!! These coasters are the best. Look forward to following what you are up to.
Posted by: Meagan S. | June 08, 2009 at 08:20 PM
Wonderful product! I'm studying botanical drawing this summer at our beautiful public gardens.
Posted by: Freddie Levin | June 09, 2009 at 07:03 PM
these are great Beth!! Love them!
Posted by: Shelly | June 10, 2009 at 11:20 AM
Hey great coasters! Love em!
Contest?
Doing this summer?
1. Renewing Canadian passport.
2. Not losing temper on #1.
(you have to see the forms)
3. Taking Bo Obama for a walk.
Chances for #3 are better than first two.
Posted by: HRH | June 12, 2009 at 02:44 PM
Googled you because I just bought your CONSERVE print on canvas at Target & I was looking to see if you had anyother "eco-friendly" type canvas prints for sale. If so can you please email me & let me know HOW I can get another. The "PEACE" print would go perfect right underneath. : )I WANT it! THIS SUMMER: FIRST TIME EVER planted a garden..cant WAIT to make a complete salad FRESH from MY garden!!! : )
Posted by: Annette Richter | June 16, 2009 at 06:13 AM
I've never responded to anything like this but here it goes.
I saw your "conserve" print at Target and that has become the inspiration for my kids bathroom!! I am planning to paint a variety of eco murals on the walls. Besides that I am planning to visit Seattle (which I see you are from!)and remodel my kitchen. Thanks for the inspiration! a new fan.
Posted by: Lillian Hall | June 18, 2009 at 04:49 PM