IttY BittY BiTs of PreTTy...Painting in OIL by LARA

Itty Bitty Bits of Pretty. . .because everyone deserves a bit of pretty in their lives :)) Available on etsy.

~Upcoming CSN Stores Product Review & Art Giveaway~

I have had the pleasure of working with CSN Stores this past year doing some great giveaways as well as some reviews of their wonderful products, so when they asked if I would be interested in doing another review I jumped at the chance!

CSN Stores has over 200+ stores with all sorts of products for you, your fur children, and your home, such as tv stands for flat screens :

CSN Stores has other items for your home as well, including furniture, home decor, and cookware. They have lovely holiday dishes as well, just in time for Christmas!:

I will be reviewing one such product soon, so be sure to check back to see what I've chosen to review! 
**To enter to win a FREE print from my store on etsy, just leave a comment on THIS POST.
**You can also enter to win by leaving a comment on my other 3 blogs to increase your chances of winning! Good luck! :) 
My other blogs:
Aussie Dogs Up & Over
Painting a Pup a Day
Vintage Dog Designs

**And the WINNER is: Marlene!

Thank you to everyone who entered! ;))

Delicate Nest with Eggs...Painting in OIL by Lara

Beauty in the simple things. . .available on etsy.

Grreat Gift Idea!...A Pet Portrait by Yours Truly! ;) *New Pricing for 2011!

 (Sheltie Winter Pup, available on etsy)

If you are looking for a grreat gift, look no further! Commission a pet portrait by me! New pricing is below...feel free to contact me if you would like a special piece done for you!

6"x6" ~ $125.00

8"x10" ~ $200.00

11"x14" ~ $275.00

16"x20" ~ $350.00

18"x24" ~ $475.00

20"x30" ~ $600.00

24"x30" ~ $850.00

24"x36" ~$1,200.00

30"x40" ~$1,600.00

36"x48" ~$2,000.00

Christmas Giveaways this Week!

Be sure to stop by Le Chateau des Fleurs by Frenchy all this week for some wonderful GIVEAWAYS! Including one from me! Happy Holidays! ;)

Grreat Gift Idea!...A Pet Portrait by Yours Truly! ;) *New Pricing for 2011!

If you are looking for a grreat gift, look no further! Commission a pet portrait by me! New pricing is below...feel free to contact me if you would like a special piece done for you!

6"x6" ~ $125.00

8"x10" ~ $200.00

11"x14" ~ $275.00

16"x20" ~ $350.00

18"x24" ~ $475.00

20"x30" ~ $600.00

24"x30" ~ $850.00

24"x36" ~$1,200.00

30"x40" ~$1,600.00

36"x48" ~$2,000.00

My Review of Sarasota Wall Mount Fireplace in Copper

Originally submitted at CSN Stores

Features:

• Wall mount fireplace
• Copper finish
• Metal construction
• Hangs on wall just like a picture
• Holds three cans of gel fuel
• Perfect for a covered patio
• Fiberglass insulation against wall
• Each can lasts up to 3 hours o...

Sarasota Wall Mount Fireplace in Copper

Better than expected!

By Lara the Artist from Livonia, MI on 11/17/2010

5out of 5

Pros: Attractive Design, Durable
Best Uses: Small Rooms, Heating
Describe Yourself: Budget Shopper

Looks much better in person. Solid construction. Great gift idea!

(legalese)

Holiday Commissions...

Busy as a bee working on commissions...only 6 weeks away! ;) If you are interested in having a pet portrait done or looking at having something special painted, feel free to contact me! Commissions are always welcome! I have several listings on etsy for commissions as well.

Handpainted Ornaments by LARA Harris...As Seen in HOLIDAY with Matthew Mead!;)

SO excited to finally share my handpainted ornaments as seen on page 17 of the wonderful HOLIDAY with Matthew Mead! It is such an honor to be a part of such a gorgeous keepsake and to be associated with someone as talented as Matthew! Do be sure to hop, skip, & jump over to his site to pick up a copy for yourself & for your friends! It would make a wonderful gift I assure you! My ornaments are available in my store on etsy and I have a couple issues of HOLIDAY available as well.

Westie Winter Wonderland Painting in OIL by Lara

It seems hard to believe that there is less than 8 weeks now until Christmas, but alas it is true! A pet portrait would make a grreat gift idea or a custom winter portrait like MacIntosh here! If you are interested in having a portrait done of your precious pup feel free to contact me!

~Upcoming CSN Stores Product Review & Art Giveaway~

I have had the pleasure of working with CSN Stores this past year doing some great giveaways as well as some reviews of their wonderful products, so when they asked if I would be interested in doing another review I jumped at the chance!

CSN Stores has over 200+ stores with all sorts of products for your home, such as stylish bar stools like this counter stool by Riverside Furniture.  

My personal favorite is this one by Holsag, they come in all sorts of fun colors!:

CSN Stores has other items for your home as well, including furniture, home decor, and cookware. Their bedding sets are gorgeous, such as this set by Harbor House:

I will be reviewing one such product soon, so be sure to check back to see what I've chosen to review! 
*Also! Visit CSN Stores & leave a comment on this post telling me one of your favorite products from their site...you will be entered to win a FREE art print from my store on etsy! ;)
Winner will be announced Friday, Nov. 12 @ 9pm EST. 

**You can also enter on my 2 other blogs as well:

here is the 2nd blog: Painting a Pup a Day

& the 3rd blog: Aussie Dogs Up & Over

IttY BittY BiTs of PreTTy...Dress Paintings II in OIL by LARA

With titles like 'Va Va Voom', 'On Cloud Nine', and 'Isn't She Pretty in Pink' what's not to love?!...and oh so fun to paint! ;) Available on etsy.

IttY BittY BiTs of PreTTy...Dress Paintings in OIL by LARA

Some more of my Itty Bitty Bits of Pretty paintings...available on etsy. ;)

IttY BittY BiTs of PreTTy...BuTtoNs Painting in OIL by LARA

Not to put anyone into a panic...but there is 8 1/2 weeks until Christmas!!? Oh yes, 8 1/2!!!...available on etsy. (*Buy Handmade this Holiday ;)

CuPcaKeS & HyDRanGeA...Itty Bitty Bits of Pretty

Itty Bitty Bits of Pretty...because everybody needs a little pretty in their lives! ;) Available on etsy.

FReSh LEmoNs on BLuE SPoDe BoTaNicaL Plate Painting in OIL

When life gives you lemons...paint them! ;) Available on etsy.

Cherries on Vintage Floral Plate Painting in OIL by LARA

A winning combination...a beautiful dish & luscious fruit!
Available on etsy.

A Heartfelt Thank You to Privet & Holly!

Such a beautiful blog...thank you Privet & Holly for including my artwork in your post today! There is nothing better than random acts of kindness in my opinion! God bless! ;)

Robin's Nest with Feather Painting in OIL by LARA

There is such beauty in simple things...available on etsy. And be sure to order your HOLIDAY with Matthew Mead Magazine/Book-Azine! Available in my store on etsy!

Strawberries on Blue Vintage Plate 8x10 Painting in OIL by LARA

Is there anything better than fresh strawberries?...well maybe cherries. Available on etsy.

The Woodlands Feather Collection V Painting in OIL

 I never get tired of painting feathers...love them! Available on etsy.
I do need to replace the photo tomorrow when the sun returns!

Coming Very Soon! HOLIDAY with Matthew Mead! & I'm in the Magazine!!!

SO exciting to share that HOLIDAY with Matthew Mead will be due out November 1! There are so many great people inside this 144 page 'book-azine' Mary Engelbreit to Stephanie Nielson of the Nie Nie Dialogues! I am also honored to share that my artwork will also be a part of this issue! If you haven't ordered your copy be sure to do so today! You can ONLY get this magazine online at the HOLIDAY with Matthew Mead website, or thru my store on etsy. It is sure to be a much treasured family heirloom filled with yummy recipes, crafts, and so much more!
**Be sure to check out the video on YouTube! :))

Morning Tea with Windflowers (after Waterhouse) Painting in OIL by LARA

It's been awhile since I've done a study so I decided to do one of my favorites, "Windflowers," by John William Waterhouse. I'm hoping to get a better photo in the next couple of days, but I'm really happy with how this piece turned out! Available on etsy.

I Made the FRONT PAGE on ETSY!!!

 

I wish I would've seen this live @3PM EST when it was on the front page, but still pretty cool! This is the first time I've been on the front page...I was chosen as an alternate a few months ago, but never made the coveted front page until today! Who-hoo! I love etsy!

This piece is available in my store on etsy.

Custom Pet Portrait ...Westie, Daschund, & Labrador Retriever Painting in OIL

A large private commission just finished last night...3 pups kicking back and relaxing on a couch :) Feel free to contact me if you would like a portrait done of your pup or visit my website: studiolara.com

Custom Robin's Nest Painting in OIL by LARA

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I feel like I've been MIA in blogland this summer, but trying to get back on track. Currently busy as a bee with commissions. Feel free to contact me for any & all of your painting needs ;) And check out my store on etsy!

Do You Like My Buttons?

 

 

A couple more button paintings in my continuing series of Itty Bitty Bits of Pretty ;) Available on etsy.

Mixed Berries on Furnivals Floral Platter Painting in OIL

 This is the second of two paintings I am doing for a customer in Australia The blue is a bit more cobalt and the raspberries are warmer in tone....paintings always look better in person! If you are interested in having a custom piece done, feel free to contact me! Hope you have had a wonderful summer!

Thank you Sweet Harvey ;)

Special thank-you to Sweet Harvey for including me in their treasury & Feature Friday! I love nice people!