life in motherhood, ministry, and the arts

a new space for revartmom.

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Tue, 30 Dec 2014 16:08:00 +0000

i'm aiming to simplify and focus my attention. as a part of that focus, i'm moving my online presence.

on the site, i'll blog, share about gatherings, offer the latest art + soul care goods and more. please join me there, following the journey. this space at revartmom has been such a good place over the years. looking forward to many more at suzannelvinson.com

if you want to share what you love most about revartmom and what you'd like to see carried over there, please share with me at gather@suzannelvinson.com - i'd love, love to hear from you.

for now, you can return here for archives and such. i'll move some of my favorite content to suzannelvinson.com over time. until then, it's fresh and new that you can find there.

new size!!! a year of daily living :: create your way every day. pocketbook edition!

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Wed, 24 Dec 2014 03:58:00 +0000

new size!!! a year of daily living :: create your way every day. pocketbook edition!

opening the pages, you'll see the credits and dedication to you, lovely.

a few general pages are next.

then the "monthly view" which you can hold and use horizontally or vertically. woah. that's why i've included a 7x7 grid. you can make this a calendar with a month and a half, or a single month, or keep it as a story board, project board, or such.

and the daily pages follow. 32 daily pages between 6 "monthly views".

and more variety! grab your copy on amazon or in my etsy shop. i'm cutting you a deal for this work for as long as i'm able. i can drop ship to you of we can mail your copy with a paid paypal invoice.

daily living workbook! newest in the art of daily living series.

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Tue, 09 Dec 2014 20:10:00 +0000

:: introducing the daily living workbook ::

suzanne l. vinson offers the daily living workbook to you as a speical part of the art of daily living series. as a lover of get it done lists and daily mapping, suzanne has created a baker’s dozen. you can use the 13 sections in this workbook to CREATE. COLOR. DRAW. DOODLE. CALENDAR. SKETCH. PLAN. PRODUCE. LIST. MARK. REMEMBER. use this as a 13 month planner, a visual outline of your next book, a food diary, journal through the days of a year in each sweet block, create a story quilt of your days adding imagery and a word of the day, record the wisdom you hear along the way, or fashion the workbook in a manner only you create. whether sketching your days or creating lesson plans, the daily living workbook has space to hold your creativity. you provide the color and flair. workbook pages can be shared with #theartofdailyliving

thirteen sections of blocks + pages as seen here, each section varies.

with additional pages in the back for notes ::

you can purchase yours here on amazon.

i'm thrilled with how this black and white work has turned out,

and i'll share mine next week when my workbook is in hand!

please share what you think!

xo.

a holiday show weekend!

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Fri, 28 Nov 2014 15:47:00 +0000

handmade HOLIDAY is happening with great cheer! the dearest jenn will be showing my wears at this show and i'm so, so grateful. and you're the lucky ones, too, as she's so amazing and fun to talk with - be sure to say hello and get your favorites of my goods for the holidays.

and... for each of these shows ::

all sales over $50 receive a free poster (($22 value)) while supplies last!

my annual holiday open studio is happening the. same. day. it's a holiday show weekend!

my open studio is a part of this wider show :: the ginter park show

i've been a part of each of these shows for over 7 or 8 years. i'm amazed - the time has flown by so fast. and you lovelies are so kind to keep me going! your thoughtful feedback helps me know where and when my art is reaching your heart and soul. you're amazing. thank you. thank you. in the spirit of thanksgiving, please enjoy coupon code PUREDELIGHT in the etsy shop through 12.10.2014 ((minimum order of $10. coupon does not apply to custom work this round.))

please order by 12.10.2014 for holiday gift orders. all orders will come wrapped so pretty, too.

y'all are the best. xo.

a new stole! the love stole.

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Sat, 08 Nov 2014 18:43:00 +0000

:: introducing my latest custom stole ::

the love stole. design copyright suzanne l. vinson.

perfect for officiating weddings, unions, funerals, and those lovely liturgically white high holy days. the ivory, white, and cream tones are combined though lace, silk, and cotton.

loaded with age and texture, these vintage and modern fabrics are sewn together to create a story of its own. the asymmetry is delicious. i love this piece in every way!

looking to order? wedding stole to get yours on my production schedule.

a call for wisdom stories and a call for witnesses.

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Tue, 28 Oct 2014 19:22:00 +0000

brave-hearted, creative, loving soul,

because you bless me through your stories...
because you share so much through your stories of how my daily wisdom cards have carried you through, picked you up, called your attention, and blessed others...

will you please share your stories + photos so we may all be witnesses?

share on your blogs

on instagram ((tag @slsvinson and/or #silvertreeart))

on the silver tree art FB page

on twitter ((@silvertreeart))

and other spaces where the light can shine thorough the cracks.

please tag #silvertreeart #wisdomstories

while we don't all want to call attention to the good we do in the world, i know my daily wisdom cards have filled you up with so much creative sharing. some of us are called to witness the good you put forth in the world. you send packages to college students and tuck them in. you fill cards with hand written words and place a card inside. you leave gifts of kindness and a card behind. not everyone has the same idea. your sharing can inspire others to be present to a friend in need. to take time to care for their mind, body, and soul. to pause their busy, busy days and soak in the beauty of the present moment. you have so much within you. there's much to share. please do. ((and thank you!))

you fill my heart. peace. light.

xo. suzanne l. vinson

a 2015 calendar! now taking pre-orders!

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Wed, 22 Oct 2014 20:33:00 +0000

hello, lovelies! it's been a while. i really, really need to create time in my daily living for this blog. while i'd hoped the new site would be up and running at this point, these things have a time of their own. even so, i'm happy you're here and i'll show up a little more often, too.

new. new. new.

pre-order your 2015 wall or desk calendar.

these will be printed on 100 pound bright white cougar paper. each design varies throughout your calendar and you'll receive an undated wisdom print, too.

these will ship before thanksgiving. when you order using the etsy payment option in the shop, your card shouldn't be charged until your order is mailed from what i understand. ((please let me know if i'm incorrect!))

peace and light to you and yours, lovelies.

a show! a show! this Saturday!

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Fri, 03 Oct 2014 04:03:00 +0000

giving thanks + strengths. one of my favorite renditions of this guided imagery. enjoy!

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 02:42:00 +0000

a coupon for you!

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 22:36:00 +0000

i'm enjoying all the recent orders & ready to pack up more orders for y'all. so...20% off!

use code :: DAILYLIVING in the shop!

BONUS :: a special 5x7 you make me so proud print for all orders placed now through Labor Day.

re-learning. again and again.

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Sat, 30 Aug 2014 18:50:00 +0000

one day this past week my love listed his priority items he hoped to accomplish that day when returning home from work. my list was simple :: a shower and shave my legs. some of you know. you know that feeling of wanting the thing that many folks take for granted. the shower that gets pushed because the wee one woke up, breakfasts need to be made. then lunch. then there's that working from home thing. and before you know it...it's the end of the day and you're still in your clothes from stretching.

after getting my shower and shaving my legs with an added removal of the nail polish. my love asked, "do you feel better?" why yes, i do. i'm amazed when life's simple delights bring such pleasure. it's true we don't need daily showers. i certainly don't wash my hair every day, realizing it looks better with an every-other day wash.

yet, this isn't about hygiene. i'm talking about taking care of yourself. whatever that means. some days for me it's about warm water and letting it cover my skin. other days it's about that impromptu dinner among friends with accompanied laughter.

i'm re-learning to care for my sacred self. to care for my soul. and re-learning that lesson of knowing how much i have to offer others around me is limited by the care i take of myself. i exercise now so that i am full of life and energy. i'll paint my nails to bring delight and that wonderful pause in the motions of the day.

do you catch yourself living with delight? do you savor the tastes that linger on your tongue? do you embrace the subtle shifts and changes that can happen within yourself when you care for your sacred self? when you care for your soul?

i certainly hope so. may today bring exactly what you need, lovely. shower and all. xo.

virginia has my heart. what state has yours?

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Sat, 23 Aug 2014 19:36:00 +0000

custom states have been a big hit! i'm so, so glad!

colorado :: with custom chalice, celtic knot representing friendship,

and hops representing microbreweries.

4x6 inches.

a custom mississippi in turquoise, red, and silver.

5x7 inches on 8x10 paper.

virginia has my heart.

my line available in temporary tattoos, stickers,

postcard/prints, and 8x10 prints.

american made. ((please help share the word.))

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Sat, 23 Aug 2014 18:18:00 +0000

please visit my american made nomination page and share on twitter and Facebook. i'd love for you to help spread the word, sending more folks toward the work of my heart, soul, and hands. thanks, y'all. it means so much.

xo.

magic in nature.

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Mon, 04 Aug 2014 00:42:00 +0000

sacred marking moments :: sweetpea is one!

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Sun, 13 Jul 2014 00:39:00 +0000

today was a big day in our home.

our sweetpea is one!

we celebrated with chocolate cake,

simple gifts, and family + friends near.

thankful for this sweet day among my loves.

and our boy laughed and loved so, so well.

and every party should have bubbles and a punch balloon.

good fun!

a celebration stole for amy.

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Mon, 23 Jun 2014 22:44:00 +0000

i'm calling my newest stole design a celebration stole.

design and images copyright suzanne l. vinson.

on the reverse, a blessing freehanded on my trusty bernina machine using a freehand foot.

i'm incorporating my font into stitching. and i love it.

the congregation added the blessing and chose a verse to end with.

i love the asymmetry the space required,

having this in mind in case two lines became necessary.

happy solstice! celebrate with a shop coupon!

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Sat, 21 Jun 2014 14:02:00 +0000

happy solstice!

this is the summer of fun in our home,

and i want to share a LOT of fun for you!

20% off in the shop for a limited time.

use coupon code :: SUMMEROFFUN

new tattoos. new wisdom sets.

if you've been eyeing a year of daily living...

or candles... or the summer tattoo bundle...

coupon applies to all items listed in the shop!

can you believe it?

enjoy! xo.

studio sale THIS weekend!

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Wed, 28 May 2014 17:34:00 +0000

ah - life. it's beautiful. it's true. it's ours. this week i get the studio ready to welcome you all into the doors for some amazing fun! in celebration of the summer of fun ((what i've declared 2014 to be!)) i've asked 5 other artist friends to join me in offering art + supplies this special weekend. so much can help you prepare for those rainy summer days, too!

and are you receiving my art+spirit newsletter? if not, you should! promotions, events, and publications happen here. check out this week's on the studio sale for a special treat for the first 50 and subscribe on the sidebar to the left.

http://eepurl.com/VHbmr

hope you in-towners can make it!

xo.

thursday trunk show! ...and you're invited!

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Tue, 29 Apr 2014 17:44:00 +0000

my Silver Tree Art trunk show is THIS Thursday evening at Orange Richmond,

3007 W. Cary Street, May 1st, from 5-7 pm.

light snacks and drinks. new canvases + more works!

a percentage of my sales will go to benefit Art 180! come one, come all!

i'd love to see you there!

xo suzanne

a new sprout awaits!

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Mon, 17 Mar 2014 15:36:00 +0000

pick up the newest copy of sprout online magazine here!

it's the perfect day. the perfect time to soak in these pages

and find renewal and the space to revive!

sweet wise living notes + blooms

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Thu, 13 Mar 2014 21:22:00 +0000

a beautiful day with my loves.

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Mon, 03 Mar 2014 00:38:00 +0000

a year of daily living

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Wed, 19 Feb 2014 02:15:00 +0000

newly released! my a year of daily living: create your way every day planner/journal/daily record/art journal is here. there are so many ways to use the book, and i want each way to be as unique as the individual, couple, or family using it. ((and yes...it's a bit late due to life. a crashed hard drive didn't help! you can still use every page, and may enjoy starting at your own pace. i know i'm in love with this work and will bring another edition in 2015!))

purchase your copy of A Year of Daily Living <<>> and let me know how you use the work on instagram with tag #createyourwayeveryday and on the FB page.

more about the book ::

a year of daily living: create your way every day is a publication that invites you to make lists, art journal, doodle, and record your daily happenings on a full page dedicated to each day. within its pages you'll find a monthly two-page spread with space to fill in the days of the week and dates. you'll enjoy the ease and flexibility you'll have in these pages. daily wisdom appears on each of the daily pages as well as watercolor art by the artist & author, suzanne l. vinson. whether you begin the journal in march or july, you can use every page of this journal.

and a closer look at the layout. all images copyright, suzanne l. vinson. ::

a mission of womankindness. maybe one ((or more)) of these is meant for you. here. today.

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 13:07:00 +0000

Easter stole. design copyright suzanne l. vinson.

noreply@blogger.com (suzanne l. vinson) — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 13:02:00 +0000