Monday, June 20, 2011

Art on Products - Happy Thoughts and Designs

I love happy thoughts and designs. I love looking at, giving, and receiving cheerfulness. I planted flowers along the edge of my backyard so I can see their vibrant colors when they are in bloom. How about you? Do you love cheeriness and happiness? If so, you'll probably like what I found when I searched on happy for this blog.

It's great to offer happy thoughts for someone's hobby, endeavors, etc., such as this happy gardening card. I had read a book that had mentioned that plants that had people focus on them, all other things being equal, grew bigger than the plants that didn't receive people's attention.

My garden makes me happy. I created this painting of leaves from some of the plants that I grow in my garden. They include blueberry, strawberry, basil, parsley, and carrot leaves.


There are many reasons to send happy thoughts throughout the year, occasions and holidays to celebrate, but sometimes its nice to get the unexpected wish of happiness. A card can be sent to wish someone a happy season.


Another important thing to celebrate though, is friendship. Life is so much better when we foster having good friends.


But wherever we are, whatever the occasion, and whatever time of the year it is, we can always find and or create happy. Because wherever we are, we are always connected to the spirit that connects us all.

May you find happiness and enjoy being happy every day of your life.

Update: Some products have been changed out due to broken links. Hope you enjoy the new selection.

Cheryl Paton
CherylsArt on Zazzle

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Art on Products - Positive Affirmations

Here you will find some every day products with a positive affirmation printed on them. It's a nice way to think of a positive thought.

An affirmation is something that one affirms. The best ones are positive; they help the person to feel better and/or develop a more positive way of thinking.

A simple way of using affirmations is reading ones that have already been written, either by yourself or by someone else. To add some fun in reading affirmations, they can be incorporated with images. I find that having them with images is an easier way for me to make them part of my everyday life. : ) Sometimes it's a great reminder to just know that It's a new day. This handy magnet can go on the refrigerator for a daily reminder.




For those that like having a cup of morning joe, this mug can be the answer. You can choose any mug style.



Have you heard of Norman Cousins. Doctors didn't know how to treat or cure the symptoms that Cousins had. Norman decided to watch only comedies while he laid in the hospital bed. Norman's health began to improve and he recovered, just by increasing his laughter, which increased his good feelings. This large poster reminds everyone that Laughter is the best medicine.


Human touch is also important. Do you need a hug. The good news is that you don't have to wait for someone else to give you a hug. You can actually give yourself a meaningful hug. The text on these stickers says, Go ahead. Give yourself a hug and say I am deeply loved. If you didn't just give yourself a hug, do it now, and then say, I am deeply loved.



You don't have to think of something to smile about in order to smile. Sometimes just reading a reminder can help bring on a smile.

As you can see, there are multiple ways to encourage and reinforce the use of positive thoughts. Be sure to tell yourself some positive affirmations before you go, and give yourself a hug.

All the best to you.

Cheryl Paton
CherylsArt on Zazzle

Friday, June 3, 2011

Art on Products - Save the dates for Weddings

Many brides and grooms search for inexpensive ways to let guests know to Save the Date for their wedding. With many online Print on Demand companies, they can now choose from a myriad of designs.

Many designs are ready to be ordered on postcards, note cards, greeting cards, stickers, two sided invitations, and magnets. Customers can customize the products online with their names, date, and any other wedding details they might want to include. Many of the products come with template forms, which just requires a simple typing in of text right on the forms, with customizable text, and blank.

This lavender with stars option speaks romance on these custom postcards:




These Save the date postcards provide a touch of elegance with a simple silver star border.


Save the date Photo Cards, an option on these Vintage designed cards, can be used for a more personal touch, by including a special photo:


These lovely magnet Save the dates provide a way to share the couple's photo and also as a keepsake.



These beautiful save the date stickers can be enclosed in an envelope for the recipients to place on their calendars, or added on the outside of the envelope as an envelope seal.

Update: Some of the links no longer worked, and products have been updated for your shopping convenience.

Visit CherylsArt on Zazzle for more Save the date wedding options.

Thank you.

Cheryl Paton