Show and Tell at Lyn's Studio

Once a month, Lyn Belisle hosts a Show and Tell at her studio.  A studio-full of women and two men showed up today for conversation and inspiration.  It's a wonderful thing!

"Are you soaking up or sharing?" Lyn asked.  I was one of the empty-handed soakers.

The first sharer was Vicki who showed a necklace that included a laminated bird she'd colored in a coloring book, some plant holders made with styrofoam wig stands, and beautiful  hand-painted sunglasses, the proceeds going to Meals on Wheels.

necklace with laminated bird

Earrings made of drapery pieces
and crushed bottle caps glued to the neck.
The way the paint works on the styrofoam,
this piece looks like an African sculpture. 

Then another woman showed her collection of amazing dolls collected throughout decades of world travel.

This is a Spirit Doll made by one of the
members of today's group.
(I wish I'd gotten the first and last names of all the participants
and recorded more of the history of these dolls.)

Lyn passed around little packets of napkins scented with different essential oils.  Did you know that a mix of lavender and tea tree oil can increase your energy?  For more on this check out her blog: Chemaroma.com

Lyn's husband  "Chef" Mike always prepares delicious foods for the Show and Tellers.  Today's included guacamole and chips, baked salmon with dill sauce, and a table filled with treats.

I'm so inspired!  I'm hoping to be a sharer at the next meeting in August.  Except for today (being Sunday) and July (when there will be no meeting), these fun gatherings happen the Last Saturday of every  month from 2 to 4.  If you live in San Antonio and want some inspiration, or a place to share your work, mark your calendars!