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Roam Wild and Free

10/13/2015

The lovely Bohemian Goddess Laura Mazurek of Bohemian Collective wearing Shannon Noelke Metal Arts Buffalo Nickel Ring. Be sure to follow The Bohemain Collective and keep up with all of their beautiful lookbooks http://bohocollective.com/

Outfit Details
Wild Fire Crop Top - Raga // Bralette - Free People // Jeans - Pylo // Necklace - Jay Nicole // Large Turquoise Cuff - Red Rabbit // Small Turquoise cuff + Feather Band Ring + Oval Turquoise Ring - Bella & Chloe // Small Round Turquoise Ring - Cultivated Dreams // Buffalo Nickel Ring -Shannon Noelke // Large Scalloped Turquoise Ring - Jennakoo

Learning from our Littles

4/21/2015

We tend to think of ourselves, the parents as the teachers and sometimes forget that our children are also our teachers. Its amazing the things you learn everyday from the littles. While having breakfast a few mornings ago, on my 41st birthday, I was having a conversation with my husband about life ,I didnt really think my 5 year old, Stella, was paying attention, but suddenly she leaned over to me and in a quiet voice she said, momma, if you dont follow your dreams, they will never come true!
That being said, I will continue following my passion in full force and hope you do the same.

Airstream Dreams- Renovating on a budget

4/1/2015

One night ,2 years ago, I decided to look up airstreams on craigslist, etc, just for the hell of it, not thinking we would EVER find a deal, not to mention, we had no money to even deal with. Not thinking much more about it, i went to bed. My husband on the other hand, couldnt turn his brain off, his wheels were turning all night.
The next day, Robert, (my husband), a blacksmith,was at another blacksmith friends shop, and a friend of a friend was there. Robert began talking about airstreams and whatdya know, the friend of the friend says, I have one I will sell you right now for x amount of dollars. (he had 2 and only place to store one) He called me and I without hesitating, said, we want it, we can make that happen.
Shes been sitting in our yard for 2 years, not having the money to spend on her, until last week I said, lets at least put some paint on the walls, get the ball rolling.We dont have to renovate all at once, just a little bit here and there. soooooooo, here are afew pictures of before and where we are now. We painted the walls white, laid new plywood on the floor, cut out and painted new dividers a dark gray then did a little decorating. Keep in mind, we still need to work on plumbing and electrical, need appliances, and in a few weeks we will lay wood laminate on the floors, but shes at least ready for a camping trip which we will take this weekend. Over the next few months I will continue doing updates on the process. Im super excited about this journey I am beginning with my lil family. what is one of your dreams and what are you doing to make it happen? feel free to share, would love to hear from you.
much love,,
Shannon

Spotify Playlist GypsyGrassSoulMusic

4/1/2015

Some of my favorite tunes at the moment. Be sure to follow this playlist of some new and old, folk, roots, bluegrass, newgrass, old time, some sensual, some raw, but never to be disappointed.

Music

3/19/2015

Elephant Revival has quickly become one of my favorite bands to date. I like to refer to their sound as Gypsy Soul Grass with elements of gypsy, celtic, americana and folk. check out this awesome song Rogue River, Live at Red Rocks.

Photo taken from " www.thebluegrasssituation.com " photographer unknown by me, please feel free to let me know so i may credit them. http://www.thebluegrasssituation.com/read/watch-elephant-revival-rogue-river

Display Ideas

3/17/2015

Someone gifted me this lovely Deer Skull. Just to make it perfectly clear, I would never harm any animals, I am a huge animal lover, however, I do feel I can honor theses animals life through art.

With this particular piece, I decided to use it as a jewelry display so I cleaned it up really well, I used bleach but Im hearing it is better to just use peroxide. I found a dough roller, stained it a dark color for a nice contrast to the bone, then found a plate stand, and there you have a lovely bracelet display. This could be used in your art show displays, or even to show of your personal jewelry at home. How do you display your jewelry??? Feel free to leave a comment or email a picture and we can share your idea. More display ideas to come.

Do More of What Makes You Happy

3/17/2015

This says it all

Natural Life Music Fest

3/17/2015

My office view from this past Sundays "Natural Life Music Festival. The weather was PeRfEcT, music was phenomenal and the people were lovely.

Tips for a Successful Art Show Season

3/17/2015

Tips for a successful Art Show Season
With art festival season approaching, there are many things to remember in order to have a successful and fun art festival.
Here is a list of things to do and bring.
Make sure to dress according to the weather and keep yourself plenty hydrated.
Most importantly, HAVE FUN.

Things to bring
SET UP~
1. Tent
2. Weights for Tent
3. Tables
4. Pressed Sheets to cover tables
5. Rope Lights or White Christmas LIghts
6. Extension Cords
7. Zip Ties
8. Display Cases and other displays
9. Shop Banner

Tools
9. Scissors
10. Pliers (round nose, chain nose, cutter)
11. Wire
12. Rope
13. String
14. Ring Mandrel (for jewelers), wire, steel wool, polishing cloth
14.5 Mirror to try on jewelry or clothing

Office Supplies
15. Pens
16. Paper
17. Tape
18. Black Marker
19. Receipt Book
20. Sign in Book (email list)
21. Phone (Square Application for Credit Cards)
22. Calculator
23. Small Scale if needed
24. Price Tags
25. Change ($10s, $5s and Ones) and Money Box or Hip Bag

Art
26. Already Priced Artwork
27. Bio or Portfolio
28. Gift Bags/Boxes
29. Tissue Paper
30. Business Cards

For You
31. Plenty of Water
32. Snacks (Crackers, Hummus, Fruit or nuts always good)
33. Chair
34. Extra Shoes/Clothes
35. Sun Block
36. Bug Repellant

CLean Up
31. Trash Bags
32. Windex
33. Small Hand Towel or Paper Towel

I hope everyone has a fun and successful festival season.
PLease feel free to email any tips you may have to add to the list.shannonnoelkemetalarts@gmail.com

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