CranberryCloud Laurel Martin

If you read my post a week and a half ago called "Artist's Block" you may remember that I'm making an altered book in an art class, and I can't seem to figure out where to start.  So yesterday my friend Lisa and I ventured out to various thrift stores in search of inspiration.  I was thrilled to find some old dress making patterns.  Yes, it's true, I'm easily excitable.   I also got something that you may think of as cookie or scone cutters.  You would be wrong about that because they look like cool stamps to me.  I also found an old handkerchief and a great puzzle of a Chinese street scene.  All in all, I spent a total of $4.06.  A definite bargain!  Now I am inspired!  To top it all off Lisa lent me a fabulous book on collage.  Thanks Lisa! The pictures in this book are beautiful.  I can't speak to the information because I haven't been able to tear my eyes away from the pictures!  I have added all these elements to my brain, stirred and next post I'll show you what I come up with.