tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12613107879983211582024-03-14T08:53:23.294-04:00Kristine Daniels StudioAuthor-illustrator-educator Kristine Daniels shares her art work and experiences in self-publishing children's picture books, reviews, inspirations, and thoughts on art and education. Her current books are based on the imaginary adventures of her three Welsh Corgi dogs.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger145125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-8437293994234446352018-08-25T19:23:00.001-04:002018-08-28T18:53:27.418-04:00Summer Drawing Challenge<div style="-webkit-text-stroke-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-stroke-width: initial; font-family: "Helvetica Neue"; font-size: 11px; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">
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<span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-size: 11pt;">I like to give my older students a “daily warm-up” to get them focused. It’s a great opportunity to practice with no pressure. A daily challenge is also a way get into doing art on a regular basis without feeling like you have to take on a big overwhelming project. </span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-size: 11pt;">A while back, my husband gave me the book <a href="http://www.apple.com/"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-size: 11pt;">One Drawing a Day</span></a> by Veronica Lawler. (Lawler has a series of books like this one to choose from on this site: <a href="http://www.onedrawingaday.com/"><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-size: 11pt;">http://www.onedrawingaday.com</span></a>) </span><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration: underline;">One Drawing a Day</span><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-size: 11pt;"> is a 6-week course geared to older artists, so when August rolled around, I thought I’d give it a go and be the student for a change!</span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-size: 11pt;">So far, I’m up to 12 exercises. The time frame is going to be a bit extended for me because I had to skip a few days, and (full disclosure) I didn’t follow all directions exactly, mainly substituting supplies when there was something I didn’t have on hand. I also used photographs when it wasn’t practical to draw from life. I made it work, and let’s face it: the Art Police are not coming to get us. Artists often improvise to problem solve all the time. It’s called “creativity”!!! The important thing is to keep moving forward.</span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration: underline;">One Drawing a Day</span><span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-size: 11pt;"> explains the day’s task in a clear way for beginners, but also gives great tips and ideas for taking it to the next level for more advanced artists (we call that “differentiating” in the education world). </span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-size: 11pt;">As you can see in my first set of drawings, I’ve had fun and learned things even if the results aren’t perfect. It’s all part of process! I won’t reveal the themes and directions because you should buy or read the book for that. When I’m done, however, my copy will be available in my Little Free Library (first come, first serve). </span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-font-kerning: none; font-size: 11pt;">If you want to try an art challenge, visit the One Drawing a Day site, or visit my Drawing & Art Challenges Pinterest board for tons of ideas! <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/kristinedaniels/drawing-art-challenges/">https://www.pinterest.com/kristinedaniels/drawing-art-challenges/</a></span></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-53596230813454406542018-08-21T17:28:00.000-04:002018-08-21T17:28:05.990-04:002018 - A Whale of a Summer!
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<span class="s1">This exhibit is free (donations are accepted) and there is a tiny pop-up gift shop with souvenirs related to the exhibit. I would say give yourself one to 1 & 1/2 hours to enjoy this exhibit. Free parking can be found along the street but we parked in the strip mall lot across from the mill (local knowledge tip). The Kilburn Mill is not walking distance from downtown, but the Whaling Museum is running a shuttle to the mill every half hour. (If you haven’t been to the Whaling Museum or haven’t been there recently please check that out as well. Both the museum and the exhibit are appropriate for families.)</span></div>
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The Panorama Marquis at The Kilburn Mill, at Clark's Clove</div>
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A cool little mural on this building, too!</div>
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I'm very excited to announce that I am now part of the Gallery No. 9 Artist Collective who will be representing me and selling my art work in our local area. You can purchase my original paintings through Gallery No. 9! I am also willing to take limited commissions.<br />
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Check out the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Gallery9Artist/">Gallery No. 9 Facebook page</a> and stay posted for opportunities to purchase my work as well as the other artists' work. It is a diverse group and there is so much to choose from for affordable prices.<br />
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Check out my updated <a href="http://kristinedaniels.net/">portfolios on my web page</a>, too! A few of the works there have been purchased already, but some are still available. You can contact Gallery No. 9 through Facebook page Messenger to ask about availability and prices.<br />
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Right now, I'm painting a seashore-themed series and enjoying the summer. In a few weeks I will be back to teaching, so wishing you all a very long, beautiful, and relaxing remainder of summer!!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-77975726489508426392017-04-01T16:44:00.001-04:002017-04-01T16:49:01.765-04:00Amoré on April 2!So, some of you may be surprised that in addition to teaching art, painting, writing, and illustrating books, I also love to sing, and have been studying opera for quite a few years now. It is one of my passions, and this weekend I am proud to be part of a unique concert production in Southeast MA!<br />
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Sunday, April 2, 2017 at 3 p.m., I will be performing in the chorus of Seaglass Theater Company's "Amoré" at Grace Episcopal Church in New Bedford, MA. Artistic director Patrice Tiedemann has put an amazing program together of opera's "greatest hits", and the principal singers on this program are truly inspiring! The entire cast has been been a pleasure to work with, and even if you don't know anything about opera, I guarantee you will enjoy this program!<br />
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Tickets and more info are available on the Seaglass web page: <a href="http://www.seaglasstheater.com/">www.seaglasstheater.com</a><br />
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Okay, I can't stop doing art stuff, so I also designed the promo materials, including the facebook banner, postcard, and poster. Very pleased with how these turned out:<br />
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Hope to see you at this concert, and make sure you follow <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SeaglassTheater/">Seaglass Theater Company on Facebook</a> and<a href="https://twitter.com/SeaglassTheater"> Twitter</a> for more events in the future!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-23197292412929510822016-11-11T15:14:00.001-05:002016-11-26T07:54:17.527-05:00Old-Time Holiday Fun Ahead!!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJwE3kOZMVAst5pFcMq6F63fjuu-PIlFnoFfzGWsfCZFy_QmukuGtqEzhqPsOHrLVxFBy4DqmXb_ymtSsR9rcWSwrdVlAiZ3cmmLYz98sH9IGtVo_qgWsZN_IDDbzMEteXmDtG_DkoBqqz/s1600/bookfairposter-revised-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJwE3kOZMVAst5pFcMq6F63fjuu-PIlFnoFfzGWsfCZFy_QmukuGtqEzhqPsOHrLVxFBy4DqmXb_ymtSsR9rcWSwrdVlAiZ3cmmLYz98sH9IGtVo_qgWsZN_IDDbzMEteXmDtG_DkoBqqz/s320/bookfairposter-revised-1.jpg" width="256" /></a>Join me on Saturday, December 10, 2016 from 10-2 at the Millicent Library in Fairhaven for <a href="http://fairhaventours.com/millicents-holiday-book-fair/">Millicent's Holiday Book Fair!!</a> I'll be reading Irresistible Cookie at 10:15, signing, and selling my books, along with many other local authors. This is my only book signing before the holidays, so hope to see you there!!<br />
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This event is just one part of <a href="http://fairhaventours.com/fairhaven-old-time-holiday/">Fairhaven's Old-Time Holiday Weekend </a>which is jam-packed with events for all ages and interests. If you have never visited Fairhaven, there isn't a better time to get into the spirit of the season while <a href="http://fairhaventours.com/places-to-visit/">seeing our historical buildings and waterfront.</a><br />
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You can also pop over to <a href="http://artoncenter.org/">Art on Center </a>where I have original art for sale as well as signed books. Their gallery shop is a perfect place to find special gifts throughout the holiday season. On Dec. 10, they will have a <a href="http://fairhaventours.com/old-time-crafts/">family old-time craft activity and hot cocoa!</a><br />
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Remember this season to buy local and support our local artists!!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-2441986039831331212016-10-23T09:43:00.000-04:002016-10-23T09:45:59.529-04:00Stop by the Corgi House LFL!Have you noticed any LFLs (<a href="https://littlefreelibrary.org/">Little Free Libraries</a>) in your community? They are a growing trend and a great way for everyone to share our love of books.<br />
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Last year we installed the Corgi House Library, the 2nd official <a href="https://littlefreelibrary.org/">Little Free Library</a> in our town. The original was built by my sister in law and given to my husband and I as a gift. We filled it with books and it was great to see friends and neighbors reading and sharing.<br />
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This summer, the Corgi House LFL closed for a couple of weeks for some TLC. My husband and my dad helped to do some minor renovations on the library and I painted some illustrations on it. It was reopened in August. Here are some pictures of finished re-installation.<br />
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I am proud to announce that the Corgi House LFL was awarded the status of Library of Distinction in September from the Little Free Library Society! We were given a certificate and featured in the <a href="https://littlefreelibrary.org/gallery/">LFL Gallery</a> and on their <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/ltlfreelibrary/libraries-of-distinction/">Pinterest page</a> or starters-- a very exciting honor for us.<br />
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The Corgi House LFL accepts and gives books for all ages and topics. So come on by, take a book and/or leave a book, and never stop reading!! You can also follow the Corgi House on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/corgihouselibrary/">Facebook</a>. If you want to start your own, visit the <a href="https://littlefreelibrary.org/start">LFL site</a>.<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-20705786479038475392016-08-07T08:12:00.000-04:002016-08-07T08:19:20.219-04:00New Works for the BirdsI have spent many summers in a row working on books, recording projects, art education courses..., but this year I decided to do some painting just to paint. So now I'm very excited to present some new works-- my "Bird's Nest Series"!!<br />
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Back in spring, I made the first of this series for a small fund raising show at <a href="http://artoncenter.org/">Art on Center</a> in Fairhaven, MA. Art works sold would benefit the <a href="http://hsssc.org/">Southcoast Humane Society and Animal Shelter</a>, and I painted the first nest you see below for that event.<br />
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Then, a few weeks ago, my husband found a beautiful abandoned nest in the back yard. A gift from my bird friends!! This nest became the model for the rest of the paintings.<br />
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I am intrigued by the strange man-made objects that become part of the materials in a bird's nest. The birds scavenge and make use of items discarded by people, from remnants of our lives. These creatures become incredibly creative and resourceful to survive. They create comfort and even beauty from nothing.<br />
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There are symbolic meanings in the scavenged objects in these works, but I would like to leave that for viewers to attach their own meanings or guess. The nests are a combination of the model nest and what I envision in my imagination. I hope you enjoy them!<br />
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<i>Bird's Nest with Gold Thread</i>, 2016</div>
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You can see the new 3 works in person at the <a href="http://artoncenter.org/">Art on Center Summer Art Fair</a> from now through Sept. 10, 2016! All works in the member show are for sale, including these.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-51533061678239195982016-01-17T06:57:00.003-05:002016-01-17T07:01:59.664-05:00Finding Floyd!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhifqp1zSNK6NRFWfGcZSEaDegPFGX4BR5Qso9ybXWTgLKjo053kS9FxsIF5KLYG9hn2cU-UJ2Q7JxQ6CKcCweKE3XcTKLnk9H-c7jf2wWcQSTTy01uARtHOisZvjxfIBF69_rVt1wody6r/s1600/Blog+Mosaic72.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhifqp1zSNK6NRFWfGcZSEaDegPFGX4BR5Qso9ybXWTgLKjo053kS9FxsIF5KLYG9hn2cU-UJ2Q7JxQ6CKcCweKE3XcTKLnk9H-c7jf2wWcQSTTy01uARtHOisZvjxfIBF69_rVt1wody6r/s1600/Blog+Mosaic72.jpg" /></a>Looking to purchase a copy of any of my books locally? Signed copies of all Floyd series books as well as <i>Hibernating House</i> are available exclusively at <a href="http://artoncenter.org/">Art on Center </a>in Fairhaven, MA. Their members' gift shop has lots of wonderful items in addition to my books. Check their web site for their seasonal hours.<br />
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You are also very welcome to borrow a copy of a Floyd book (and books for teens and grown ups!) from my Little Free Library! Check the official Little <a href="http://littlefreelibrary.org/ourmap/">Free Library map</a> for all of the Fairhaven locations!<br />
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Little Free Libraries are a great way to help get your<br />
community reading and to share the books you love with others. For more information on creating your own <a href="http://littlefreelibrary.org/">Little Free Library, visit their web site!</a><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-44588849640178111572015-08-29T17:14:00.003-04:002016-01-17T07:00:43.092-05:00Art Teacher TalkHappy back to school, everyone!<br />
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I know a lot of you are in the same boat as I am, and that means getting ready for that first day! Though I LOVE summer, I am excited to get back and see all of the students and staff. I hope all of my young readers will be discovering lots and lots of great books and art this year!<br />
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In the mean time, I launched <a href="http://drawntoteaching.blogspot.com/">a new blog</a> out there for art teachers! It is called <a href="http://drawntoteaching.blogspot.com/">"Drawn to Teaching".</a> (Get it???)<br />
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This art ed blog is something I've thought about doing for a while since so many people ask my advice about teaching and art projects. I'll be blogging about specific art topics, but also about things that any teacher might find helpful. I'll also be sharing news about my art program. If you or anyone you know is interested, please check it out and share! I hope to post often (my goal is at least twice a month) but we will see what the year brings...<br />
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You can follow all of my blogs by email, check the right hand menu for the sign up form!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-30053822513693575182015-08-03T15:11:00.003-04:002015-08-03T15:11:54.504-04:00Monday Morning Fun Recap!Monday Morning Fun on August 3 was, well, FUN! It was a beautiful day outside at the Fairhaven Visitors Center. The kids had a blast playing games, going in the bounce house, getting face painted, and hanging out with friends.<br />
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Story Time started at 10 and these were some awesome listeners! Special assistants held the special Floyd, Tiny and Larue stuffed animals for me. Then we made some puppets and I read the story again for more visitors.<br />
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It was great day! Thanks to Tourism Director Chris Richard for inviting me and his assistant for the day Ann Richard for setting up, helping with puppet making, and taking these great pictures.<br />
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Hope everyone else enjoyed it as much as I did!!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Special assistants hold onto the corgis during story time.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">These kids were a great audience for Floyd and the Sparkling Seashell!!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">More visitors listen to another reading of Sparkling Seashell.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Even Chuck E. Cheese hung out with Floyd and friends today!!</td></tr>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-2405326762335240572015-07-15T06:47:00.002-04:002015-07-15T06:47:26.935-04:00Helllooooo Summer!<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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So this summer I have not been working on a book, but I have been recording a CD due out for Christmas, taking a summer online class in art curriculum, and catching up on some long overdue reading. I hope everyone is enjoying their summer and keeping, well, not too busy!<br />
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I have one event planned for the summer so far and I'm very excited about it! On Monday, August 3, I will be at Monday Morning Fun from<span style="font-size: small;"> <span>9:00 to 11:30 a.m., at the <a href="http://fairhaventours.com/category/upcoming-events/">Fairhaven Visitors Center</a>, 141 Main Street</span>.</span><br />
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I'll be reading <i><a href="http://kristinedaniels.net/Floyd%20Sparkling%20Seashell.html">Floyd and the Sparkling Seashell</a></i> and will have a FREE Floyd craft activity for you!!<br />
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But that's not all! There will be a FREE bounce house, FREE lawn games all morning, and you can purchase lemonade or face painting if you wish for a small fee.
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-32309521506489350302015-06-07T10:45:00.000-04:002015-06-07T10:46:09.812-04:00Ahhh Summer!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEaQC6rYodX6OLiYgg3z1dZsYnTfjiwaqoHjCxh7hRIVPIYrSU3kMEWY0zRfZvZdYVhI_rKBi5oQtlv13_fEd7zl1wprxSqnyWk9yVugTUApy52gKR-wUGMcVdGqD9WvnKGY48suUnfz6o/s1600/FSS-1-portfolio-original.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="210" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEaQC6rYodX6OLiYgg3z1dZsYnTfjiwaqoHjCxh7hRIVPIYrSU3kMEWY0zRfZvZdYVhI_rKBi5oQtlv13_fEd7zl1wprxSqnyWk9yVugTUApy52gKR-wUGMcVdGqD9WvnKGY48suUnfz6o/s320/FSS-1-portfolio-original.jpg" width="320" /></a>I know many of us are still in "school mode" this year, but summer's right around the corner. Here's what's going on around KD Studio:<br />
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Just had a blast judging the Hastings Middle School talent show on June 4. I loved how it was visual art AND performance categories. Lots of talent, and so much fun connecting with old and new friends! Great job to the H.M.S. student artists and performers!<br />
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Today is the last day of the annual <a href="http://acushnetartshow.blogspot.com/">Acushnet Art Week Show</a> where my middle school student award winners from the F.M.S. Festival of the Arts have a final special art exhibit among the grown-up artists from our community. Check it out if you are in town... <br />
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When school does get out this year, I'll be looking forward to some vacation time, but not before a few summer projects and events! First, when school gets out, I'll be doing an extra day at Freetown Elementary School visiting the first grade who featured little ol' me as in their author/illustrators unit this year. So excited to meet them!<br />
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Then I'll be rehearsing and going to <a href="http://www.digitalinsightrecording.com/">Sounds Interesting Recording Studio</a> to record my part of <a href="http://www.gofundme.com/ChristmasLove2015">"Christmas Love",</a> a CD to benefit the Olancho Mission in Honduras. The recording is due out in November 2015 and there will be a <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1450170001965692/">CD release concert</a> on Thanksgiving weekend. Very exciting for me to be part of this project!<br />
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Mondays bring you down?? Not any more! Finally, in August, I will be at Monday Morning Fun Day from <span style="font-size: small;">9:00 to 11:30 a.m., program at 10:00 a.m. at the <a href="http://fairhaventours.com/category/upcoming-events/">Fairhaven Visitors Center</a>, 141 Main Street</span> on August 3 with lots of Floyd fun! <br />
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Stay posted for more events as the summer unfolds!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-45412783452165787312015-04-12T08:34:00.002-04:002015-08-02T07:43:32.086-04:00Summer's Around the Corner!Some family events to look forward to in Fairhaven this summer! Every Monday the<i> </i><a href="http://fairhaventours.com/">Visitor's Center</a> will be hosting Monday Fun Days from 9-11:30 a.m. Join me on August 3 for Floyd fun and crafts:<br />
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<i>Monday Fun Day-August 3, 2015: Author/illustrator Kristine Daniels will read her latest Floyd and friends adventure, "Floyd and the Sparkling Seashell". Then, join Kristine for some fun with clay and make a Sparkling Seashell ornament craft. Plus, bonus craft: Floyd and friends paper bag hand puppets! For more info about Kristine's books, visit <a href="http://www.kristinedaniels.net/">http://www.kristinedaniels.net</a></i><br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-24230477418017955442015-03-24T18:28:00.002-04:002015-03-24T18:33:40.966-04:00Beach Bash This Friday!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOBsPOI4ay0an29EQwcJOYmn5NXjlD3dPgzrjjsgsUGyHtf2leb_FIm6j8cVkT5Gz3eIfHpeUlt_ZZHnFVjo3hYyDYdendTET5eGLT7_0AdDdnVbJFlvYe_T5O22Ibk-EpSubmv3TCmoec/s1600/Floyd+SS+Cover+web.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOBsPOI4ay0an29EQwcJOYmn5NXjlD3dPgzrjjsgsUGyHtf2leb_FIm6j8cVkT5Gz3eIfHpeUlt_ZZHnFVjo3hYyDYdendTET5eGLT7_0AdDdnVbJFlvYe_T5O22Ibk-EpSubmv3TCmoec/s1600/Floyd+SS+Cover+web.jpg" height="200" width="156" /></a>It's been a looooong winter and a long time since my last post. The snow is melting, the birds are back, and it's starting to look like spring out there... Yay! I don't know about you, but I am ready for <br />
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So, today I'm very excited as I prep for a fun night on Friday, March 27, 2015 at the Acushnet Elementary School: I'll be guest reader at the P.T.O.- sponsored Beach Bash Reading Night! This event is a special event for A.E.S. students only.<br />
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Join me for a reading of "Floyd and the Sparkling Seashell", PLUS I will be sharing a super fun seashell craft (it's a secret) (but there might be some CLAY)! I'll also have official Floyd coloring and activity pages to take home for some extra Floyd fun.<br />
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It will be a blast, so if you are an A.E.S. student in grades 2-4, make sure you bring in your flyer and sign up for this event. <br />
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I will also have a limited number books for sale at a special event price, and a portion of each book sale will go to the P.T.O. I will be happy to sign books for you, too! FYI-- If I do sell out of books, I will take orders at the event and deliver your orders to A.E.S. as soon as they arrive from my publisher.<br />
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PS-- I love events at A.E.S. since I have some great memories from when I was a student there a LONG time ago! Here's a pic that was actually in the New Bedford Standard-Times of me, my mom and my sister Karen at the school's art show circa 1975. I was only 4, but I couldn't wait to make some art in school even back then!<br />
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Hope to see lots of Acushnet friends on Friday night!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-85539403751667760882015-01-04T08:43:00.001-05:002015-01-04T08:44:41.076-05:00Draw More This Year!!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY2mXi_UDT1Mf_wZvsJ8lkKPEUevDjeNll45wqUNZPQ8NgxDyMIeWJxa8F1eWVGQl44BFizSegp6tPB1UeU3LQhsHyZJrVWPDvfHVlKbYU6KJbsHw3u8_eFwnh_Sudo1XxbXcWh8veetqA/s1600/pencils" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY2mXi_UDT1Mf_wZvsJ8lkKPEUevDjeNll45wqUNZPQ8NgxDyMIeWJxa8F1eWVGQl44BFizSegp6tPB1UeU3LQhsHyZJrVWPDvfHVlKbYU6KJbsHw3u8_eFwnh_Sudo1XxbXcWh8veetqA/s1600/pencils" height="213" width="320" /></a>Happy 2015, everyone!<br />
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Do you have a New Year's resolution? I think a great one is to DRAW MORE!!!<br />
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If you are looking for last minute gifts, you have one more day to order on Amazon.com to receive your items by Christmas. If you are looking for a gift for a child or corgi fan, my books are available at these links:<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Floyd-Irresistible-Cookie-Kristine-Daniels/dp/1608442764/ref=asap_B00J1RKN1Y?ie=UTF8">Floyd and the Irresistible Cookie</a><br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Floyd-Mysterious-Night-Time-Noise/dp/1457501414/ref=asap_B00J1RKN1Y?ie=UTF8">Floyd and the Mysterious Night Time Noise</a><br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Floyd-Sparkling-Seashell-Kristine-Daniels/dp/1457529289/ref=asap_B00J1RKN1Y?ie=UTF8">Floyd and the Sparkling Seashell</a><br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-Hibernating-House-Sandy-Leahy/dp/1457517531/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1362327131&sr=8-1&keywords=the+hibernating+house">The Hibernating House by S. Leahy/K. Tarentino</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/kristinedaniels">The Adventures of Floyd DVD is available to order online</a>, too! It features <i>Cookie</i> and <i>Night Noise</i>, with original music composed and performed by <a href="http://www.mattrichard.com/">Matt Richard</a> and narration by <i>Seinfeld's</i> <a href="http://www.sukeyjumpmusic.com/">Heidi Swedberg.</a><br />
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If you are local and need a signed book, <a href="http://kristinedaniels.net/Floyd%20Video.html">Adventures of Floyd DVD</a> or <a href="http://kristinedanielsstudio.blogspot.com/2011/11/gift-ideas-limited-edition-prints-from.html">giclee print</a>,
email me at artgirlkris@comcast.net and I'll see what I can do! I also
have 2 gift baskets available for $40 each. Each contains a signed book,
DVD, stuffed corgi, and a bookmark all wrapped up with a pretty ribbon.<br />
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<a href="http://www.kristinedaniels.net/WinterPeace.html">Winter Peace</a>, a CD collection of Christmas music, is a perfect gift for anyone and can be purchased at <a href="http://symphonymusicshop.com/">The Symphony Shop</a> in Dartmouth. I sing a duet with <a href="http://www.patricetiedemann.org/">Patrice Tiedemann</a> on <i>Gesu Bambino</i>, and I created all of the CD art for that project which benefits the <a href="http://www.nbsymphony.org/">NBSO's</a> educational programs.<br />
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Now that your shopping is done, how about some fun crafts? Try some of these Irresistible Cookie activities you can print out on your computer:<br />
<a href="http://kristinedanielsstudio.blogspot.com/2010/12/my-irresistible-ornaments.html">DIY Irresistible Ornaments</a><br />
<a href="http://kristinedanielsstudio.blogspot.com/2010/12/more-floyd-and-irresistible-cookie.html">Irresistible Cookie Puzzles</a><br />
<a href="http://kristinedanielsstudio.blogspot.com/2010/12/puppet-time.html">Floyd, Tiny, and Larue Paper Bag Puppets</a><br />
<a href="http://kristinedanielsstudio.blogspot.com/2010/12/more-floyd-printable-activites.html">Floyd Present Maze and Tree Decorating Printables</a><br />
<a href="http://kristinedanielsstudio.blogspot.com/2010/12/floyd-bookmark-bonus.html">Irresistible Bookmark</a><br />
<a href="http://kristinedanielsstudio.blogspot.com/2010/12/christmas-time-is-here.html">Floyd's Christmas Lists</a><br />
<a href="http://kristinedanielsstudio.blogspot.com/2010/12/little-gift-from-floyd.html">Irresistible DIY Gift Tags</a><br />
<a href="http://kristinedanielsstudio.blogspot.com/2012/12/my-favorite-childhood-christmas-craft.html">Easy Salt Dough Ornaments</a><br />
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A very happy holiday season to everyone and see you in 2015!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-90409255734901203152014-12-05T18:56:00.002-05:002014-12-12T22:23:45.438-05:00Happy Holiday Season!Wishing all of my friends a happy holiday season! This year I will be doing only one book signing on <b>Saturday, December 13</b> at the<b> Brick Church Fair,</b> part of Fairhaven's Old-Time Holiday Weekend! Come by any time from <b>10 am to 3 pm, on 34 Center Street</b>! Visit the<a href="http://fairhaventours.com/old-time-holiday-%E2%80%A2-saturday-events/"> Fairhaven Tourism </a>web site for a full schedule of events!!<br />
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All 3 Floyd books and <i>The Hibernating House </i>will be available and I'm always happy to autograph and personalize your books. <i>The Adventures of Floyd</i> DVD includes <i>Floyd and the Irresistible Cookie </i>and <i>Floyd and the Mysterious Night Time Noise</i>, narrated by Heidi Swedberg of <i>Seinfeld</i> and original music by Matt Richard. Proceeds from the DVD go to the MSPCA thanks to the generosity of the Somerled Charitable Foundation. Plus, I have a number of <a href="http://kristinedanielsstudio.blogspot.com/2011/11/gift-ideas-limited-edition-prints-from.html">high quality gicleé prints</a> for a special one-day-only price! Visit my<a href="http://www.kristinedaniels.net/"> web page </a>for more info about my books.<br />
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If you miss the fair, you can purchase my signed books and other fantastic gifts for everyone on your list from <a href="http://www.artoncenter.org/">Art on Center. </a><br />
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If you're on the cape, D's Home Again in Falmouth has all Floyd books and DVDs available. Brewster Book Store and Partner's Village Store in Westport also have signed copies <i>Floyd and the Sparkling Seashell</i>.<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-29016197519748139492014-11-09T08:43:00.001-05:002016-11-07T15:25:06.709-05:00Teachers' Sculpture Fest at NBAM!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHzWkqmG4taknnaEXvZbGNBiLM5ktXJZs7fMLLEhgxeFg46WOmQURAWIgGL07ivl9kW8xotzOGyd0Q_NzJvaOvq8grGBfu3hV380IfPHQFA0axfW_2FOxYLgKiA-TiAHJpHSyqQ5OyUVbt/s1600/kj0O-LfF_400x400.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHzWkqmG4taknnaEXvZbGNBiLM5ktXJZs7fMLLEhgxeFg46WOmQURAWIgGL07ivl9kW8xotzOGyd0Q_NzJvaOvq8grGBfu3hV380IfPHQFA0axfW_2FOxYLgKiA-TiAHJpHSyqQ5OyUVbt/s1600/kj0O-LfF_400x400.jpeg" width="200" /></a>On Tuesday, our school system had a teacher professional development day, which meant all of the students got to stay home, and the teachers became students for the day.<br />
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I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to go to the annual Art Educator's Workshop at the <a href="http://www.newbedfordartmuseum.org/education.html">New Bedford Art Museum</a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null">/Artworks! </a>(in cooperation with <a href="http://www.smecollaborative.org/?reloaded=true">SMEC</a> and <a href="http://www.umassd.edu/cvpa/">UMASS Dartmouth CVPA</a>), which was a fantastic day. The theme was 3-D art, and I got to try some really cool things that you might like to try, too!<br />
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First, we were all asked to bring along an index card with a design on the front and our names and school on the back. I created a sugar skull theme since I'm into that right now. It took me a while, but now it's one of my favorite cards I've done so far. When got to <a href="http://www.newbedfordartmuseum.org/">NBAM</a>, we turned in our cards and later they chose cards to raffle off cool prizes. Deb Smook of Artworks! had also displayed a bunch of the cards from previous years' workshops... memories!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My 2014 ID card design</td></tr>
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For the first part of the morning, we were surrounded on the main floor by a <a href="http://www.newbedfordartmuseum.org/exhibits.html">current exhibits</a> of really amazing art. We spent an hour or so getting some excellent ideas for sculpture lessons from local experienced teachers, Nancy Corrigan Wilbert (fellow corgi mom) and Elizabeth Machado-Cook from <a href="http://shs.seekonk.sharpschool.com/">Seekonk High Schoo</a>l. Materials included plaster, clay, cardboard, twigs and bark, and more. With their vast experience, these presenters were able to provide lots of tips on using and adapting the materials as well as how to incorporate writing into the creative process, which is a big trend right now. They even gave us full lesson plans for each project-- that is like art teacher gold!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My crazy "glass" sculpture </td></tr>
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Next, we went to the basement of the museum (which was an old bank building and is still under reconstruction after the NBAM/Artworks! merger) and created sculptures from recycled water bottles inspired by the work of <a href="http://www.chihuly.com/">Dale Chihuly</a>. Elizabeth showed us how you can color or paint the plastic, cut it, and melt it with a hot plate, heat gun, or microwave. When done, the plastic looks like melted glass, and you can assemble pieces using hot glue or tape.<br />
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We all brought empty soda bottles as requested and got to try this. Mine came out pretty crazy looking, but that might be because I turned into kind of a pyro for a bit there. I really just wanted to keep melting plastic over the hot plate forever, so honestly I didn't get much done in the way of actual assembly. But there were so many different results in the group it was really fun to see all of the different things people created.<br />
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Here are a couple of links to directions on how to create your own "glass" sculptures if you want to try this at home-- it was a blast and is a great way to use recycled materials!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">More cool "glass" sculptures from the workshop</td></tr>
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(You don't actually have to melt the plastic for a cool effect if you are working with younger kids-- lots of fun things to try as you'll see...)<br />
<a href="http://www.dickblick.com/lesson-plans/classroom-chihuly/">http://www.dickblick.com/lesson-plans/classroom-chihuly/ </a><br />
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x57u1wJY5Vk">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x57u1wJY5Vk</a><br />
<a href="http://www.pinterest.com/moreanarts/chihuly-inspired-projects/">http://www.pinterest.com/moreanarts/chihuly-inspired-projects/</a><br />
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For examples of Chihuly's work, visit <a href="https://www.artsy.net/artist/dale-chihuly">https://www.artsy.net/artist/dale-chihuly</a><br />
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After a lunch break in lovely <a href="http://destinationnewbedford.org/">downtown New Bedford</a>, we returned to the main floor of the museum to what we all originally thought was creative yoga session. Fear not!! Actually, a local yoga instructor, <a href="http://www.yogaonunion.com/instructors.html">Juliet</a> from <a href="http://www.yogaonunion.com/index.html">Yoga on Union,</a> showed us the sun salutation, and then we had to sculpt the poses into full size human forms!<br />
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After getting some basic instructions and materials from Deb, we broke up into teams of 5 or 6. One person did a pose from the sun salutation series, and the rest of the group was responsible for creating the sculpture.<br />
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First, we wrapped the person's body in plastic wrap, then we went over the plastic wrap with a couple of layers of clear packing tape. Then the form was carefully cut off the body and taped on the seams. We did create the parts in stages then attached them together. We even added packing peanuts and yarn scraps inside for "guts"!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Each group had a different pose.</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Our finished pose sculpture.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Suggestion- if trying for the first time, start with a basic standing pose, like this!</td></tr>
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When we were done, each of the groups had created one of the poses in the sun salutation series and we set them up in the museum in order of poses with Juliet's help. <br />
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It was super fun and this is actually a very non-expensive way to create a really huge sculpture with lots of impact. You can do this at home as well; you can even use dolls or
stuffed animals instead of actual humans. Here are some links to
directions:<br />
<a href="http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Human-Tape-Sculpture/">http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Human-Tape-Sculpture/</a><br />
<a href="http://tapesculpture.org/step1.html">http://tapesculpture.org/step1.html</a><br />
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I can't wait to try these new lessons and I'm already looking forward to next year's workshop! If you find yourself in <a href="http://destinationnewbedford.org/">downtown New Bedford</a>, stop by the<a href="http://www.newbedfordartmuseum.org/"> museu</a>m. <a href="http://artworksforyou.org/">Artworks! </a>also has art classes and programs for all ages--check them out and try some art today!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-56472677865892047212014-10-10T17:17:00.002-04:002014-10-10T17:17:16.286-04:00New Event: SUNDAY, OCT. 12!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR6hzjVRvbGC8Fk0J8y9IHCkkGASM8G8Cv9wA99G5rK6_OhSFER5zPLeS42exlhtfjSt0ecBvvKDdHdiLY2nO1L-3Pmj7qjgkCiYFvqEckjJmbZr3QbE3YMTMFWKWDGUJtFmTwTiH_mIK9/s1600/DSCN0042.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR6hzjVRvbGC8Fk0J8y9IHCkkGASM8G8Cv9wA99G5rK6_OhSFER5zPLeS42exlhtfjSt0ecBvvKDdHdiLY2nO1L-3Pmj7qjgkCiYFvqEckjJmbZr3QbE3YMTMFWKWDGUJtFmTwTiH_mIK9/s1600/DSCN0042.jpg" height="210" width="320" /></a>Due to yucky weather pending, Harvest Fun Day in Fairhaven is cancelled for Sat.
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But GOOD NEWS: I will be at the <a href="http://fairhavenfarmersmarket.blogspot.com/">FAIRHAVEN FARMERS MARKET</a> instead
on SUNDAY 10/12 from 1 to 4 p.m.!<br />
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I'll have books for sale along with FREE kids crafts and a fun raffle!<br />
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Harvest Fun Day vendors and all of the usual Farmers Market vendors
and live music there as well. It's the last Farmers Market of the year, so come on over and enjoy a beautiful fall day with us!<br />
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I'll be there with books, free kids' crafts, and my new Floyd stuffed animal. Lots and lots of vendors and fun activities for kids. And don't forget the scarecrow contest! See more info below or visit the <a href="http://harvestfun.blogspot.com/">Harvest Fun Day blog</a>.<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-41986349001571098922014-09-13T09:55:00.001-04:002014-09-13T09:58:27.008-04:00Presenting...the First-Ever Floyd Stuffed Animal!!!An exciting package arrived at the corgi house a few days ago...<br />
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As many of you know, I bring around corgi stuffed animals to my author appearances since the live animals do not always like large crowds and travel. But I've never had a stuffy that looks quite like Floyd (modeled by my blue merle fluffy Cardigan Welsh Corgi, Farley). Now I do!!<br />
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Thanks to the artists at <a href="http://www.cuddleclones.com/">Cuddle Clones</a>, I now have a Floyd stuffed animal to share with my young readers! Thank you Cuddle Clones!! He, along with my other corgi stuffs, will be at <a href="http://harvestfun.blogspot.com/">Harvest Fun Day</a> on Oct. 11! In the meantime, here are some pictures with Farley and his doppelganger!<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-91427595990945893122014-09-07T08:16:00.004-04:002014-09-07T08:17:36.378-04:002014 Harvest Fun Day!!It still feels like summer here on the south coast, but I know everyone is thinking about fall, and pumpkins, and apple pies, and colorful leaves, and all that good stuff. Here's a fun event coming up in October to look forward to! Mark your calendars for...<br />
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I will be set up at this event with my books and stuff, and I will have some fun free crafts for the kids. Drop by, say hi, and make some fun Floyd fall crafts! I will also be revealing, for the very first time, my new almost life-sized Floyd stuffed animal: stop by and give him a hug!<br />
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There are also a whole bunch of other vendors and organizations with lots of fun activities and items for sale. This event is especially for families and kids, so be prepared for tons of activities. Also, don't forget about the annual <a href="http://harvestfun.blogspot.com/2013/08/harvest-scarecrow-contest.html">Scarecrow Contest</a>. Get yours ready and join in the fall fun!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-64341484770455273722014-08-23T07:42:00.004-04:002014-09-07T08:29:10.511-04:00Another Sparkling Craft<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg95iwySMDsLvVj5j-TbBomWiy8qogQxccuNoDR2z105OdZ4ezAEMkx_aL0cC6-VsUnpU0XVWg0ZUrk7ofFbD2SdOotsbe0P0Pw9l83jXmpQs21Hl0Ua9xehnhZZZiIbvACkup_JfvWC-7g/s1600/seashell+craft.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg95iwySMDsLvVj5j-TbBomWiy8qogQxccuNoDR2z105OdZ4ezAEMkx_aL0cC6-VsUnpU0XVWg0ZUrk7ofFbD2SdOotsbe0P0Pw9l83jXmpQs21Hl0Ua9xehnhZZZiIbvACkup_JfvWC-7g/s1600/seashell+craft.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a>One week left of August, and though I'm back to school on Monday, I know some of you lucky people still have a week left before you go back. Enjoy the summer days reading <a href="http://kristinedaniels.net/Floyd%20Sparkling%20Seashell.html"><i><b>Floyd and the Sparkling Seashell</b></i></a> and making one more Sparkling Seashell craft:<br />
Seashell Necklaces!<br />
(Kids, you may want a grown up to help with this.) <br />
<b>Step 1:</b> Get some seashells! You can collect them from a beach or buy them at a craft store. If you get them on the beach, it's a good idea to wash and dry them.<br />
<b>Step 2: </b>Put holes in the shells using a diamond-tipped drill submerged in water--what???!! Yes that's how to do it. Too much trouble for me, so I used a little piece of pipe cleaner bent into a loop and attached with hot glue. Piece of cake.<br />
<b>Step 3:</b> Cut a ribbon or string about 18 inches long.<br />
<b>Step 4:</b> Thread the string through the shell's loop or hole.<br />
<b>Step 5: </b>Add pony beads in any kind of pattern you like (You can use other kinds of beads, too, but pony beads are easiest to thread.).<br />
<b>Step 6:</b> Tie string in a knot.<br />
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FYI--You can add as many shells and beads as you like. I also used some glitter glue and a paintbrush to add sparkle to some of my shells. <br />
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If you don't have real shells, you can print out my Floyd Seashell Necklace handout, color and cut, and add those on. Have fun!<br />
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events this year! If you missed them, I am planning on being at<a href="http://harvestfun.blogspot.com/"> Harvest Fun Day</a> in Fairhaven on October 11, 2014. I'll have my books and free kids' crafts. It was a great day last year so I hope to see lots of friends down there this time, too!<br />
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In the mean time, there's no reason that summer has to end when we have books to remind us of it! If you don't have a copy of <a href="http://kristinedaniels.net/Floyd%20Sparkling%20Seashell.html"><i>Floyd and the Sparkling Seashell</i></a> yet, they are available on Amazon.com, at Art on Center in Fairhaven and a few other spots as well. Check out my <a href="http://kristinedaniels.net/Floyd%20Sparkling%20Seashell.html">web page</a> for details.<br />
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I'm also going to be sharing some of my activities that go along with Sparkling Seashell. Feel free to print out and make copies for home or classroom use.<br />
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The first activity is called "Floyd's Beach Pail": Think of the many natural things we can find on the beach every day. Collect them in <i>your</i> beach pail! Here are the printables-- have fun and stay tuned for more sparkling activities...<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1261310787998321158.post-90217342428327096382014-07-01T12:02:00.003-04:002014-07-10T06:51:53.992-04:00Sparkling Summer Book Tour, 2014!Hope you can join me at these events coming up this summer featuring <a href="http://kristinedaniels.net/Floyd%20Sparkling%20Seashell.html"><b><i>Floyd and the Sparkling Seashell</i></b></a>! Many events are free and are one-time-only, so mark your calendars. <br />
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<b>Thursday, July 10, 2104</b> • 6 p.m. • <a href="http://www.ahanewbedford.org/calendar.html">AHA Night</a>: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/GNB-Early-Literacy-Consortium/158890300880676?ref=stream&fref=nf">GNB Early Literacy Consortium</a> presents "Floyd" Book Reading at the <a href="http://www.newbedford-ma.gov/library/locations/main-library/">New Bedford Public Library</a> (Main branch, 613 Pleasant Street) • FREE<br />
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<i>Join me for a reading of "Floyd and the Sparkling Seashell" in this historic library's children's room for AHA's "Kids' Rule" night! Book give-away and crafts, too, courtesy of the GNB Early Literacy Consortium. All ages welcome. I'll have books and DVDs for sale as well. A great night to be in downtown New Bedford for the whole family!</i><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_CMXZTGDmYoIA2FME9LMO-ehj1rAXCfDvfwVxdhqt9tEVBeX4v2gYMY9aN8t_NWIuXBMtuTrubtOHYOy1Ils4dWV9TLMeVIPehofAPJ_9Wibd9ppANLcPiuv_7n6rVgbUtYhpjYguBRkF/s1600/1617728_orig.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_CMXZTGDmYoIA2FME9LMO-ehj1rAXCfDvfwVxdhqt9tEVBeX4v2gYMY9aN8t_NWIuXBMtuTrubtOHYOy1Ils4dWV9TLMeVIPehofAPJ_9Wibd9ppANLcPiuv_7n6rVgbUtYhpjYguBRkF/s1600/1617728_orig.jpg" height="149" width="200" /></a><b>Wednesday, July 23, 2014</b> • 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. • Floyd Summer Story Time and Book Craft at <a href="http://artoncenter.org/">Art on Center</a>, Fairhaven • Reading- FREE, Book Craft Workshop-$10 for AoC members, $12 for non-members<br />
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<i>This first-ever event will feature a reading of "Sparkling Seashell" (free, all ages). Then, for those kids we know and love who are bursting with stories and creativity--this one's for you! Art on Center director Stacey Frates and I will lead a really fun book craft where kids (ages 4-10) can make their own books, too. Class size is limited so call or email <a href="http://artoncenter.org/">Art on Center</a> to reserve your spot TODAY. Art on Center always has my signed books for sale in the gift shop, but at this event I will of course be there to sign and personalize your copy.</i> <br />
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<b>Sunday, July 27, 2014</b> • 1 to 4 p.m. • Book Signing/Reading at the
<a href="http://fairhavenfarmersmarket.blogspot.com/">Fairhaven Farmers Market</a>,<br />
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Main • FREE<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIGQ_NRXDPacGQafb30xSYFlBT9gMlL320Vxyv1HmIlk2cHQdHt_J0aKS3BGz_JZfhlyfJ2v8lm3Hk1pjmjW8E5Oij0eU1H3vBLEvIGa5bwvuJGN_H_68W8zfWP9JmR3-mm1bzZRLq6cd1/s1600/KD+storyhour.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIGQ_NRXDPacGQafb30xSYFlBT9gMlL320Vxyv1HmIlk2cHQdHt_J0aKS3BGz_JZfhlyfJ2v8lm3Hk1pjmjW8E5Oij0eU1H3vBLEvIGa5bwvuJGN_H_68W8zfWP9JmR3-mm1bzZRLq6cd1/s1600/KD+storyhour.jpg" height="150" width="200" /></a><i>One of my favorite summer events, I'll be reading "Sparkling Seashell" and I'll have free crafts for kids, too. At this event, I'll have ALL of my "merch", including books, DVDs and select prints. And visit my friends at the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Heart.Henna">Heart Henna</a> booth for face painting-- they do a beautiful job with designs for all ages including henna tattoos and maybe even a special Floyd design for this day, too! In the event of questionable weather, check the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Fairhaven-Farmers-Market/131376476883498">Farmer's Market Facebook Page</a>-- I will postpone if its raining!</i><br />
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<b>Thursday, August 7, 2014</b> • 10:30 a.m. • <a href="http://partnersvillagestore.com/events/childrens-reading-circle">Children's Reading Circle</a>
featuring "Sparkling Seashell" and Craft • <a href="http://partnersvillagestore.com/">Partner's Village Store & Kitchen, </a>Westport, MA • FREE<br />
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<i>Especially for the little ones, a story time with me and hostess Miss Joan. I will read my book and Miss Joan will do a special activity with the kids following the story. Out on the lovely back porch of Partner's, this is a highlight of my summer. Partner's also carries copies of my books in their store, and I can sign and personalize it for you that day, too. Hope to see you there!</i><br />
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<b>Monday, August 11, 2014 </b>• 6 to 7:30 p.m. • FIZZ-BOOM-READ "Sparkling Seashell" Author Night at <a href="http://www.plumblibrary.com/">Plumb Library</a>, Rochester, MA<br />
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<i>Here's an evening program with a reading of "Sparkling Seashell" and a book-related activity for my friends out in the tri-town area. All ages are welcome to a special evening story time featuring Sparkling Seashell, then stick around for some book-related activities, including a book related art project incorporating the science of ocean life appropriate for all ages, activity handouts, and “inside info” on creating a children’s book for older kids. Books will be available for purchase and signing. This will be a first visit for me to Plumb, so very much looking forward to meeting some new Floyd fans!</i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0