Initial Designs - Inspirational Artwork

Pictures Update...

2013-05-09T14:52:00.000-07:00

Long story short, we have no Internet except on our phones right now, so here are some pics of art since I posted last ;) We did have our baby on April 20th too so that has put some things on hold.

2013-03-14T14:51:00.001-07:00

Valentine's Day is coming quick!! So is Easter and Mother's Day!

2013-02-07T07:37:00.003-08:00

These all can be customized to give to your sweetie, family or anyone who would appreciate you having something made for them! Many sizes available to fit your budget! This will be something they can hang for many years to come and lasts way longer than candy or flowers!

New Additions/Variations to Scripture Line

2013-02-07T07:35:00.000-08:00

This new line allows you to decide what size of canvas, color scheme, flower type, and lettering/scripture in center. These are 12x12's for $42 each.

Whimsical Waters

2013-02-07T07:31:00.001-08:00

This is another new line I'm offering that is a bit more "out of the box" than most of the stuff I do. Almost any bedding your baby or child has can be converted this whimsical look. This is a 16x20 for $55.

NEW Line of Work-Journey Home

2013-02-07T07:29:00.001-08:00

Inspired and suggested by awesome cousin, Christie, I am now offering pretty much any country you want in the center of a canvas, this is a 20x20 for $75, with a scripture or phrase around the edge. This was created for her adopted son to show him where he's from and to be proud of that, but his new home is with her and he is her heart noted by the 3 intertwined hearts on the city he is from.

NEW! New Website!!

2013-02-07T07:23:00.003-08:00

Check me out over at www.initialdesignsart.com and share this much easier to remember website address!!

GIVEAWAY ALERT!!

2013-02-07T07:13:00.000-08:00

GIVEAWAY ALERT!!! When my FB fan page, Initial Designs, reaches 1000 likes (308 now) , I will give away a 20x20 inch painting of your choice (within reason) which is a $75 value. All you have to do (even if you currently like Initial Designs), is share this post on your FB page (or blog, if you don't have a FB page) and leave a comment on this post that you want to win (and how much you love my art won't hurt either, lol). This is what a 20x20 looks like, but you can choose any design. Check out www.initialdesignsart.com for all work I have done!

For those of you that read to the bottom...as likes continue to rise over on FB, I will offer more giveaways...probably at like 1250, 1500, etc...so keep on telling your friends and family about me and I will keep you posted!

Owl Love U Forever!

2012-12-27T12:09:00.001-08:00

Here is a new Valentine's painting I'm offering. The fun things about this one, like most of my paintings, is that it can be customized. You can choose colors, lettering (i.e. family name, etc...), and add "lil' owls" if you want to make for your family versus for your spouse or significant other. Owls, feathers, nose, and leaves are shaped like hearts to really make it fun for Valentine's Day! Last, this original is a 9x12 inch canvas and I'm offer it for $30 instead of the normal $35 for this size, BUT you can get it larger or smaller to fit your needs and budget! If you want more than one so you can give as gifts, there is a discount for that as well. These will be offered directly from me, but also I plan to have some available at Simply Southern Marketplace in Murfreesboro, TN and maybe a variation at The Market in Smyrna, TN.

Valentine's Day Paintings

2012-12-26T21:41:00.001-08:00

Keep your eyes "peeled" for some fun Valentine's Day paintings soon. This will be a set you can purchase together or separately, but there will be others to come as well!

WIN a 9x12 INCH PAINTING...

2012-12-26T19:47:00.002-08:00

Ok, so I have been browsing patterns and fabric this evening to try to get some good ready to purchase painting ideas. So, I decided to ask you guys what kinds of paintings you would like or buy for your own home... I'm taking any and all ideas from now until Dec 31st and whoever has the best idea (in my opinion :) ), will win a 9x12 inch painting with your idea on it! Share with your friends too. You can post your idea here or on FB. Thanks and I look forward to hearing your ideas!

NOTE: It does not have to be a pattern, I just wanted to share these pretty ones!

Check Out My New Website

2012-12-26T08:13:00.002-08:00

Go see my new website I have been working on that is a little more user-friendly than a blog. A blog is great and has served me well, but this way you can see any picture at any time in the gallery, find info quickly about ordering, and connect to Initial Designs on almost any network with the click of a button.

I've got to work on getting a domain name, but for now click on the link above or go to http://melissajackson10.wix.com/initial-designs.

Don't worry, I will be keeping my blog and posting here as well!

Thanks guys!

Mason Jars to Wine Jars

2012-12-23T14:04:00.002-08:00

My sis-in-law ordered lettering to add to these mason jars

Serene Beach-Re-posted with Better Pic

2012-12-23T14:02:00.001-08:00

New Designs with Scriptures

2012-12-23T14:01:00.001-08:00

Here are the 12x12's I posted yesterday with scriptures added; each are $42 and include your choice of scripture/phrase/lettering, color scheme, and favorite flower. They are $40 each if you purchase more than one.

Lyla Updated

2012-12-22T23:48:00.000-08:00

I still need to work on the lettering a bit, but this one is almost done.

New Designs

2012-12-22T23:45:00.001-08:00

Four new designs offering damask flowers. You can choose your range of colors, flowers, and what you would like in the center such as a scripture or phrase.

Done and Delivered (for the most part)

2012-12-22T23:40:00.002-08:00

Damask design on a 24x36 inch canvas

Serene beach scene with a poem in the middle on 16x20

Teacher gift on 11x14 inch canvas customized to match recipient's alma mater, SC Gamecocks

This one has a name painted on the jersey, but it was for a gift so I will re-post later with name. This is an 8x10 inch canvas

Designed to match above canvas because the boys share a room; will post again later with name.

This also has a name in the center and is for the lil' sister of the boys above.

Going to The Market...in Smyrna, TN

2012-12-11T07:26:00.000-08:00

Here's what my dining room table looked like last Tuesday and then all these got finished up Wednesday and delivered to The Market in Smyrna, TN for sale! I also have some of my custom work up there as well for people to see and they can order from. All these pieces can be re-designed and customized as well, but these were ready to sell. Each piece has a coordinating ribbon attached as a hanging option. These are either an 11x14 inch canvas for $38 or 8x10 for $32.

With God, Lyla, All Things are Possible and Inexpensive Christmas Gifts/Teacher Gifts

2012-11-29T14:41:00.002-08:00

This one will say, "With God, Lyla, All things are Possible" when it's done.

These 8x8 inch picture frames can be designed for pretty much anything. They are great for inexpensive teacher gifts, for you child's room to match any decor, or even for yearly school pics because I can write the year, name or whatever you want! $12 each or two for $20.

These are fun for almost any reason as well. Many shapes are available as well. This one was designed to look like an ornament to note this year's Christmas for a family.

Bella Vista at HOME: Best Fabric Store in the Boro

2012-11-11T20:39:00.000-08:00

Bella Vista at HOME is an awesome fabric store plus much more right off the square in Murfreesboro, TN. This dynamic duo, mother and daughter team, Agnes and Cathy, are so very sweet and have the talent to match. They are pros when it comes to window treatments, bedding, and anything else you would want to spruce up your decor! They were even featured on TLC for a bedroom design they created! I delivered these 3 pieces as examples about a week and a half ago. If you live in or around Murfreesboro, TN, please go by and meet them and say hello...prepare to be amazed!!

Check out Simply Southern Marketplace in Murfreesboro, TN

2012-11-11T20:27:00.002-08:00

If you live in or around the Murfreesboro area in TN, check out Simply Southern Marketplace. This a new, fresh furnishings and home decor store with so much to offer. I just delivered these 7 pieces there in addition to 4 others that I had posted previously. This is a family-owned place that you will love and can get all of your Christmas shopping done at one stop!

11x14 with Christmas Lights border $35; your choice of lettering in center

11x14 with Cardinal design $35; your choice of lettering in corner (if desired)

16x20 with custom design to match Tall Trees bedding by Carter's; your child's name and their room design $55

11x14 with Christmas Ornaments border $35; your choice of lettering in center

11x14 with Snow Flakes border $35; your choice of lettering in center

11x14 with Christmas Tree and Gifts border $35; your choice of lettering in center

16x20 Christmas Candies border $45; your choice of lettering in the center

16x20 Christmas/Winter Characters painting $45

These are just suggestions of borders and lettering. Almost anything you can dream up or think of I can definitely attempt to do and your satisfaction is guaranteed!!

More Pictures; These are Still in the Works

2012-10-24T09:32:00.001-07:00

Here are a few pics of some paintings I am still working out some kinks in the designs or still refining.

God Paved the Way

2012-10-24T09:21:00.000-07:00

Ok, so about 2 and 1/2 weeks ago was the last day of working my actual "job". I was a little worried about quitting my job because I have pretty much worked since I was 15, but I really felt God leading me to get out of that stressful situation and take a leap of faith; so I did! The moment I gave my notice a little over a month ago, I felt an immediate peace. So, the Monday after my last day I went about the plan I had devised to get my art business going again. I am still assisting, teaching, and designing at Faithful Strokes part time, but I was going to get Initial Designs really going again! So, I got new business cards made...

Next, I went out to every baby/children's boutique I could think of, but as I went I felt God leading me to some places I hadn't even planned go to or even thought about; gift shops, photography studios, furnishing stores, and even some fabric stores. He really paved the way because as I went people were amazingly kind, encouraging, and helpful. I received much favor as I went along. I will definetely have pieces in Simply Southern Unique Furnishings, Shacklett's Photography, and Bella Vista at Home all on or around the square in Murfreesboro, TN. Thank the Lord! So below are some of the examples I have made that will be in these places. Some of these are already there and others need a bit more refining, but will be up for display very soon. I hope if you live in the Murfreesboro area you will check out these places because they are all awesome. Simply Southern just opened and will be having their open house on November 17th. They are sweet ladies with some great home decor plus a lot more. Shacklett's has been in business doing amazing photos for over 75 years! Last, but certainly not least is Cathy and Agnes over at Bella Vista at Home. These two ladies are so kind and talented! They have beautiful fabric and are amazing at sewn creations! Please check all them out on FB as well if you're not local.

Please stay tuned for new pictures! I am working on another one as we "speak"!

Manners and Masterpieces July 2012

2012-09-03T22:02:00.003-07:00

Here is a class I thought with a great bunch of kids who were participating in a 3 day summer camp at Faithful Strokes with Leslie Denney of Shine Social Etiquette. We had a great time on day 2 of the camp teaching these awesome guys and girls this fun painting designed by Lisa Butler of Faithful Strokes. I hope you will go check out both of their sites! They do some great things for children, adults, and the community!