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* My hubby found this hummingbird nest in our backyard a while back and I've kept it in remembrance of my Mom who passed in 2018. She loved Hummers and would keep a feeder outside her living room window so she could watch them feed as she sat in her favorite chair. I miss my Mom, yet I feel her all around me. I know she's near because the hummingbirds are here to remind me. The end of a year always causes me to pause and reflect and introspection helps me stay grounded. I hope you're enjoying the holidays and finding peace in the here and now. * * #instinctualstitching #instinctuallystitched #instinctualstitch #stitchedprojects #paintedfabric #littlebookart #handmadebooks #littlebookmaking #littlebooks #mixedmedia #artbook #mixedmediaartjournal #mixedmediabooks #artistbooks #textileart #artistbook #bookarts #bookart #bookmaker #mixedmediaart #handstitched #littlebooks #creativebookmaking #handstitching #artbooks #handmadejournals #perfectionnotion #bookmaker #socalartist #beatrizhelton https://www.instagram.com/p/CmsA8vuPtj0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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* I'm not sure what it was about this baby picture that made me choose it to put in my little book, I don't usually think about what I'm picking, but looking at it now that it's part of my book I can intuit a story that may pertain to me. * * * #instinctuallystitched #stitchedprojects #paintedfabric #littlebookart #handmadebooks #littlebookmaking #littlebooks #mixedmedia #artbook #mixedmediaartjournal #mixedmediabooks #artistbooks #textileart #artistbook #bookarts #bookart #bookmaker #mixedmediaart #handstitched #littlebooks #creativebookmaking #handstitching #artbooks #handmadejournals #perfectionnotion #bookmaker #socalartist #beatrizhelton (at Upland, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/ChgAyYcvHsk/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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* I had such a good time attending Wild Comfort taught by @elizabethbunsen Elizabeth is a delightful and inspiring teacher, she was generous in all she taught and I'm so pleased to have met her, she is definitely a kindred spirit! This workshop was hosted by @dritzau at her #dritzaumybirdneststudio She is a kind and generous hostess and her studio is amazing. I look forward to returning for more classes. This workshop was exactly what I needed! * * * #ebwildcomfort #littlebookart #littlebooks #handmadebooks #textures #mixedmedia #artbook #mixedmediaartjournal #mixedmediabooks #artistbooks #textileart #artistbook #bookarts #bookart #bookmaker #mixedmediaart #artjournal #artjournaling #visualjournaling #textured #handstitched #littlebooks #creativejournaling #handstitching #artbooks #instinctualstitching #handmadejournals #socalartist #beatrizhelton (at Santa Barbara, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CdCba8-l24x/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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* Textile artist friends, if you're in or near San Diego, check out this exhibition: California Fibers Inside Out. Amazing textiles to experience for free! Swipe for the info. Happy Hump Day! * * #textileartwork #textileartists #arttextiles#littlebookart #littlebooks #handmadebooks #textures #mixedmedia #artbook #artistbook #mixedmediaartjournal #textileart #artistbook #bookarts #bookart #bookmaker #mixedmediaart #artjournal #artjournaling #visualjournaling #textured #handstitched #littlebooks #creativejournaling #handstitching #artbooks #instinctualstitching #handmadejournals #socalartist #beatrizhelton (at Visions Art Museum) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cclx8m7vu3H/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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* I feel a little bit of #instinctualstitching adds interest to book pages. How do you feel about it, too much? I hope you're having a creative weekend♥‿♥ * * * #instinctuallystitched #stitchedprojects #paintedfabric #littlebookart #handmadebooks #littlebookmaking #littlebooks #mixedmedia #artbook #mixedmediaartjournal #mixedmediabooks #artistbooks #textileart #artistbook #bookarts #bookart #bookmaker #mixedmediaart #handstitched #littlebooks #creativebookmaking #handstitching #artbooks #handmadejournals #perfectionnotion #bookmaker #socalartist #beatrizhelton https://www.instagram.com/p/Cg77ZabPNa-/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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* Here are a couple detail pics of my Peace Quilt, I'm using #instinctualstitching to put my quilt together and as embellishment. I started this little blanket of comfort on February 24th when Ukraine was invaded. Besides everything else disturbing that's been going on, I needed something to keep my hands busy and my mind focused on the stitching rather than the news. It's been a great help to me, that's why I call it the Peace Quilt. I've always wanted to take quilting courses, but the precise cutting of fabric was daunting to me. It seemed a little too close to trying to attain perfection, which you know isn't my thing. So I decided to make my own quilt without planning or expectations and I absolutely love the process. I feel it's a good illustration of all the chaotic feelings I was having. I'm designing a course for the Peace Quilt so if you're interested, sign up for my newsletter by clicking on my Linktree in bio so you can know more details and when the class launches. I hope you're having a great week! XO * * #peacequilt #BBQuilt #quiltingmyway #quiltingfun #quiltinprogress #quiltinspiration #modernquilting #textileart #perfectionnotion #littlebookart #handmadebooks #mixedmedia #artbook #mixedmediaartjournal #mixedmediabooks #artistbooks #textileart #artistbook #bookarts #bookart #bookmaker #mixedmediaart #handstitched #littlebooks #handstitching #artbooks #instinctuallystitched #handmadejournals #socalartist #beatrizhelton https://www.instagram.com/p/CgxjrpSvUbf/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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* I've been taking what I thought were just a few days off to stitch and rest. I'm amused at how time goes by unnoticed by me when I'm wrapped up in threads and fabrics. When I'm instinctually stitching, it feels as though time ceases to exists. It's a lovely feeling. I'm a #littlebookworm getting lost in the stitched and painted pages of my #littlebooks filled with color, #textures and #instinctualstitching Here is a little book I made in 2019. I love my red painted fabric cuz red is my favorite color and the white #instinctualstitching makes a beautiful contrast to the red. I hope you're all well and being aware of whether you may need a break too. It's ok to take care of you. I'm grateful for all of you and the support you've so generously given me over the years. Big hugs to you all. Be well. XO ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ #perfectionnotion #littlebookart #handmadebooks #mixedmedia #artbook #mixedmediaartjournal #mixedmediabooks #artistbooks #textileart #artistbook #bookarts #bookart #bookmaker #mixedmediaart #artjournaling #handstitched #littlebooks #creativebookmaking #handstitching #artbooks #instinctualstitching #instinctuallystitched #handmadejournals #socalartist #beatrizhelton https://www.instagram.com/p/CfXE8xCvdOy/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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* It’s super inspiring to go through your older work. It’s like opening a time capsule. Try it and if you find pieces you feel like discarding, consider repurposing them into another work of art. Show me the work you dislike in a direct message or a post and I’ll be glad to help you see the beauty you brought into the world, I’m here to support you on your artistic journey. Use the tag #perfectionnotion so I can see what you post. I hope you’re having a wonderful day! * * * #perfectionnotion #littlebookart #littlebooks #handmadebooks #textures #mixedmedia #artbook #mixedmediaartjournal #mixedmediabooks #artistbooks #textileart #artistbook #bookarts #bookart #bookmaker #mixedmediaart #artjournal #artjournaling #visualjournaling #textured #handstitched #littlebooks #creativejournaling #handstitching #artbooks #junkjournal #artjournals #handmadejournals #instinctualstitching #socalartist #beatrizhelton https://www.instagram.com/p/CcwGPnJubV9/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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* Here's my uncommon art journal resting on the instinctually stitched peace quilt I've been working on since Ukraine was invaded. I've had to step away from my news apps cuz I was getting pretty depressed. When something is bothering me, I start a project to help me process what I'm feeling. It's a balm to my frayed nerves. Thank goodness for art making! Now to add some stitching to my art journal.. I hope you're all well my friends, peace be with you. XO * * * #littlebookart #littlebooks #artjournaling #creativejournal #artjournalpage #creativejournaling #artjournals #junkjournals #artjournalpages #junkjournaling #artjournalling #artistjournal #artjournalingdaily #dailyjournaling #artjournalspread #mixedmediaartwork #visualjournaling #handmadejournal #mixedmediajournal #handmadejournals #mixedmediaartjournal #paintedfabric #socalartist #instinctualstitching #instinctuallystitched #peacequilt #creativequilting #quiltingfabric #wonkystitches #beatrizhelton https://www.instagram.com/p/CcOvCfTOFeK/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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* No matter how long I'm gone from home the wee books I carry with me serve as little life rafts cuz I never know how long it may take me to get home. Check out how I pack my purse in my stories. Circa 2018 * * #littlebookliferafts #littlebookart #littlebooks #littlebookpages #littlebook #booksofinstagram #handmadebooks #textures #mixedmedia #artbook #artistbook #mixedmediaartjournal #textileart #artistbook #bookarts #bookart #bookmaker #mixedmediaart #artjournal #artjournaling #visualjournaling #textured #handstitched #littlebooks #creativejournaling #handstitching #artbooks #instinctualstitching #handmadejournals #socalartist #beatrizhelton https://www.instagram.com/p/Cb_S4YYvq_X/?utm_medium=tumblr

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* I've been enjoying creating the New Book Treatment videos for my YouTube channel. I share my creative process while working on one of my newest books. I created this perfectly imperfect journal using pages from an old sketch book I had been using to make experimental marks. As I work on the pages, you’ll hear me talking about choices I make, the possibilities, the what ifs and an occasional chuckle. I hope you’ll check it out, the link is in my bio. Happy creating my friends! * * #youtubebeatrizhelton #processvideo #newbooktreatments #littlebookart #littlebooks #handmadebooks #textures #mixedmedia #artbook #artistbooks #mixedmediaartjournal #textileart #rustyart #artistbook #bookarts #bookart #bookmaker #mixedmediaart #artjournal #artjournaling #visualjournaling #textured #handstitched #littlebooks #creativejournaling #handstitching #artbooks #instinctualstitching #handmadejournals #socalartist #beatrizhelton https://www.instagram.com/p/CbyMGnfPp1X/?utm_medium=tumblr

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* Yesterday I posted episode 1 on my YouTube channel to share my process working on pages in a new book I created. The pages themselves came from a sketchbook I had been using for experimental mark-making. I hope you'll check it out, my YouTube channel is easily accessed through the Linktree in my bio. Thanks! Have a happy and creative weekend! * * * #youtubebeatrizhelton #processvideo #newbooktreatments #littlebookart #littlebooks #handmadebooks #textures #mixedmedia #artbook #artistbooks #mixedmediaartjournal #textileart #rustyart #artistbook #bookarts #bookart #bookmaker #mixedmediaart #artjournal #artjournaling #visualjournaling #textured #handstitched #littlebooks #creativejournaling #handstitching #artbooks #instinctualstitching #handmadejournals #socalartist #beatrizhelton https://www.instagram.com/p/CaLAFi9Pl0t/?utm_medium=tumblr

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* This is the second Art Journal I’ve created for The Book of Letting Go, my new in-person workshop, I'll be teaching on Whidbey Island, July 15-17 at the Pacific Northwest Art School. Swipe to get a peek inside. There are unnecessary things we each carry. When unloaded through the art process, we lighten our baggage helping us to access our deep well of creativity. I hope you’ll join me, it’s going to be a fun adventure! You can find information on my class in my bio on my Linktree. * * * #bookoflettinggo #littlebookart #littlebooks #handmadebooks #textures #mixedmedia #artbook #artistbooks #junkjournals #mixedmediaartjournal #textileart #fiberartbook #artistbook #bookarts #bookart #bookmaker #mixedmediaart #artjournal #artjournaling #visualjournaling #textured #handstitched #littlebooks #creativejournaling #handstitching #artbooks #instinctualstitching #handmadejournals #socalartist #beatrizhelton https://www.instagram.com/p/CYaFT8vPd0A/?utm_medium=tumblr

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* Welcome everyone to our new 2022! I'm so excited for what my wish is for me & you!!! This month I'm focusing on ORGANIZATION...CONCENTRATION... And CREATION! How about you? #new2022 * * #littlebookart # littlebooks #handmadebooks #textures #artbook #artistbooks #junkjournal #junkjournals #mixedmediaartjournal #textileart #fiberartbook #artistbook #bookarts #bookart #bookmaker #mixedmediaart #artjournal #artjournaling #visualjournaling #textured #handstitched #littlebooks #creativejournaling #handstitching #artbooks #instinctualstitching #handmadejournals #socalartist #beatrizhelton https://www.instagram.com/p/CYNg_v8lEar/?utm_medium=tumblr

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* When I make a book, I select my materials from a big basket of painted and handstitched fabrics and a separate basket filled with all sorts of papers, some are vintage book and ledger pages, old french letters and some beautiful papers from Asia I purchased from these wonderful sources: @leslievanderheide @mauricitacreativa and @leacayoungart The materials I choose are important to me, so I take my time auditioning pieces. I love making books. * * * #littlebookart #littlebooks #handmadebooks #textures #mixedmedia #artbook #artistbooks #junkjournal #junkjournals #mixedmediaartjournal #textileart #fiberartbook #artistbook #bookarts #bookart #bookmaker #mixedmediaart #artjournal #artjournaling #visualjournaling #textured #handstitched #littlebooks #creativejournaling #handstitching #artbooks #instinctualstitching #handmadejournals #socalartist #beatrizhelton https://www.instagram.com/beatrizhelton/p/CYIyNmprgYZ/?utm_medium=tumblr