Treats, friends & a bossy bird.

I didn't think anything could top my long weekend at Art Nest, but I came home to some wonderful birthday treats!  My friend Meg made these gorgeous cupcakes.  They were all dense & fudgey ~ my favorite.  I love the color combo of the dark chocolate & pretty dried flowers + I think the frosting was flavored with espresso.  mmmmm.  Tasty works of art.

My co-workers spoiled me rotten with so many thoughtful gifts and nice wishes.  Here I thought coming back to work on Monday was going to be hard!  The kindness of friends was really the icing on the cake this year.

I also wanted to share a few more bits from the nest.  This painting is by Jolee Jane. 

I was thrilled to bring this canvas home with me!  She traded me for my girl in the pink dress that I made the first day.  I love the colors she has going here, and the words "Unity, Community, Love" + it's so funny that she called it Bossy Bird.   Check out Jolee's nonprofit too, Art Takes a Village. 

Jolee {on the right} was invited to Art Nest by her friend Gloria {left}.  That's me in the middle.  :)  I am so happy to know both of them.  They're beautiful girls, inside & out and such talented artists.  Check out Gloria's blog.  In the last couple days she's posted some art that she made since being back home.  I especially love her little owl!

Hope you're all having a creative & restful weekend.  ♥