Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine that I would later become an artist and designer. I can’t tell you how glad I am that my mom instilled in me this love of art at an early age. (Even though I was too cool for art in high school- but that’s another story)

Now as a mother and an artist, it is especially important to me to encourage my children in the arts. I believe that allowing them to draw, paint, and make messes gives them a creative edge they will need all their life, in whatever field they go into. We are constantly making art and messes over here- whether it be putting food coloring in yogurt and finger painting, making chalk drawings, watercoloring, or making macaroni necklaces- we LOVE getting creative.

A few months ago, my friend Annie announced some art classes in her basement called Bear Cave Studios. I was beyond excited- and we have been going to those regularly, and loving it. (Even though we will be moving in a month here, one of the first things I am going to do is find a mommy and me art class.) Anyways, we have been loving these art classes so much, that I designed the following print to help promote these art classes.

So now- I am giving it to all of you. There are 5 different colors included in the pdf for whatever color suits your little artist best. We have one hanging in my daughter’s room, and it is possibly one of my most favorite sayings- reminding us that there is an artist in all of us!

Can you believe it’s already May? Its so crazy to me….The days are long and the months go by fast right? Things have been so wild here- but beyond wonderful.

Back in January, I teamed up with a social media company called Mom’s Best. We have been busy getting everything together, and we are excited to announce a new site: Mom’s Best Network.

Our focus is to empower women and help them become their very best. We feature some really talented women, and have business tips, crafts, design tips, fashion tips, food recipes; just TONS of good things.

Anyways, head on over there to see the line up- you won’t want to miss it!

But here are some things that I CAN tell you:

1. Come buy my wrapping paper at Bijou for just $6! You won’t want to miss all of the fabulous vendors that will be there.

2. Come to a Nicole’s Classes Party- and you can buy classes for 50% off! Also, first 25 people will have free classes.  I teach the typography class, and I am not going to lie, it’s maybe one of my most favorite things I have ever done!

 Have a great weekend! Hopefully I will see you at some of these!

;

I find that as a mom, my parties have to be relaxed, easy and fun- and so I wanted to create a whole theme around that idea. In this collection that you can download there are:

1. Party invitations

2. Big & Small Eggs- for garlands, as activities at the party, for egg toppers, etc.

3. Cupcake Wrappers

4. Greeting Card & Place card

We threw a little Spring party, and it was so low key, relaxed and fun! You can do all of these projects- and they are SUPER easy.  Print these out, watercolor them with your kids (there is no way to mess them up!)  and have a blast!

Also, head on over to The Alison Show to see even more easter projects- and some adorable easter bunny cups we used at our party.

And thanks to Studio 5 for collaborating with me on this project- They are the best!

for personal use only, may not distribute without permission.

For personal use only, may not distribute without permission.

for personal use only, may not distribute without my permission.

You can use them as place cards for a meal, as food cards at a party, or a quick note to someone.

Also in this download: a free easter card with these eggs:

For personal use only- please do not distribute without my permission. 

With a purchase of 3 rolls or more you can receive 30% off your total order. Use the code: SPRING2012 at checkout. Discount good until April 4th.

Enjoy- check out the wrapping papers here.

This has really made me think a lot about life… how frail our existence is, and how quickly things can change. I know it’s cliche, but it’s made me think about taking the time to do the little things. It’s made me think about what type of life I am creating for myself, and for my family. It’s made me want to be a better mother, wife, friend, and person. It’s made me want to live, and to live my life filled with love.

And so to celebrate life–here is a print especially for you. Celebrate life, whatever stage you are in- and just LIVE, and fill your life with love.

xoxo.