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A selection of a wholesale order that went out ear

A selection of a wholesale order that went out earlier this week to a new stockist.

If you’re interested in a wholesale arrangement please don’t hesitate to get in touch and I can give you the details 😊

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You can’t find rainbows without first weathering

You can’t find rainbows without first weathering the rain 🌧🌈......
(And there always sunshine and smiles when there is a golden retriever around ☀️)

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I am all for days like today - R U OK day - as the

I am all for days like today - R U OK day - as they raise awareness of important issues like mental illness however it seems pretty obvious that most people are not ok at all at the moment, especially here in Victoria.
Remember, even if struggling with mental health issues is a new thing for you during covid times, that doesn’t make your feelings any less valid than someone who has been dealing with mental health issues for years - just different. And that’s ok.

I am so pleased to see that this year on R U Ok day, the focus has been on what to say or do after you ask this question. Many people want to help, want to ask the question but lack the knowledge of how to do this. I’ve been on the receiving end of this and it can break you, especially after it’s taken months to mustering up the courage to reach out.

I have struggled with mental illness since my teens in some way.
I understand.
It’s one of the main reasons I started creating.
Art therapy is a wonderful thing.
My inbox is always open.
Reach out if you need to.
Sometimes all we need is someone is listen....not just listen.
To actually hear us.
There’s also organisations that can help @beyondblue @ruokday @lifeline @headspace are just a few.

Remember, it’s important to not just post about R U OK day, we need to action this too. And we need to start these conversations every day - not just on this day. Let’s start the conversation....and keep it going.

I made myself a make shift studio in @thewhimsical

I made myself a make shift studio in @thewhimsicalbead studio yesterday.
It’s been around 6 or 8 months since I’ve had the polymer clay out to just create with no pressure. Whilst I only spent a few hours with it (as it was all my body could take), it was quite therapeutic and somewhat empowering.

I haven’t actually made anything except veneers which will at some point be turned into jewellery components. Small steps right?!

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Another throwback, another of my favourite pieces.

Another throwback, another of my favourite pieces. This one is in my permanent collection.

‘Seafoam’ is a polymer clay cuff featuring my favourite polymer technique, mokume gane.

It’s been far too long since I’ve been in the studio and I’m looking forward to getting back there as soon as I can.
Would you be interested in seeing more polymer clay mokume gane pieces in store?

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Anyone else feeling a bit like Indi Mae at the mom

Anyone else feeling a bit like Indi Mae at the moment?!
I’m not quite sure where the week has gone! It’s been a daze of website, aftermath from the storm/power outages etc. and admin for @thewhimsicalbead and sorting out medical/health issues and appointments.

I’m feeling like I want to get back into the creative studio and I’m starting to get my mojo back ever so slightly. I’m hoping the body will cooperate as I’m really wanting get back to the polymer clay later this week.
I’m also going to be looking at some new earring designs.....any suggestions??

What’s on the agenda for you this week? Whatever it is, I hope you have a great one! 🌈
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These beauties were destined for a local gallery b

These beauties were destined for a local gallery but with covid restrictions upon us indefinitely I am going to list them online later this week.

Our new tutorial boxes and online store has launched over at @thewhimsicalbead so I’m now looking forward to having some more time to spend creating again. I’ve got some new designs planned and I’ve got a new stockist too. Very exciting!

Don’t forget, if you’d like to send some Dani Art to a loved one in isolation (or someone whose day you’d like to brighten 🌈), you can order online and send me a message during checkout that your order is a gift I can gift wrap, send a personalised note....whatever you need 🌟💖

Not much creativity happening in the Dani Art stud

Not much creativity happening in the Dani Art studio but I’m hustling hard in The Whimsical Bead studio.

Hopefully next month I’ll be releasing some new gems but for now it’s all about pivoting @thewhimsicalbead from a primarily face to face business to an online one.

Off topic, my affirmation cards from @little.aggie arrived last week and I love them (may have bought a few extra sets as gifts!). Great service too! One thing I committed to do during this pandemic was to do my bit to try and support small business. Since March, I’ve been purchasing a few things each month from small businesses. It’s been great to be able to spread a bit of joy in the lives of friends and family and also purchase from people I may not have otherwise. I know firsthand that financially things aren’t great for a lot of people at the moment but if you can (or if you need to purchase a gift), why not look locally and shop small? Your small purchase might just make a huge difference.

@little.aggie
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