Uppercase magazine feature
Using a found piece of driftwood, I created this macramé wall art using various knot techniques. Once complete, I dip-dyed the hanging in two-minute intervals, eventually dyeing the bottom section the longest (five to seven minutes) to create the ombre effect. The vat was created using all-natural ingredients with indigo, fructose and calcium hydroxide. After rinsing and drying, the fibre art piece is finished and ready to hang.
Indigo fructose kit was purchased through Hilary L Hahn.
Voyage La feature
Very excited to be interviewed and featured in the Daily Inspiration for Voyage LA. Learn more about my journey as a California artist and surface designer here.
real simple feature
Very honored to have my design Arched Holidays published in Real Simple. This holiday card is now available exclusively at Minted.
Frederick Mason Pulve
It is with heavy hearts that my family and I announce the passing of my father Frederick Mason Pulve, June 28, 1940 – May 08, 2022. He went to join his heavenly father along with his late mother, father, brother, and sister.
Born and raised in Michigan, my dad enlisted in the USAF, attended Wayne State University (where he met my mom Michelle), married and began a career in real estate. Ultimately, they had me and my brother and moved our family to Arizona. He loved boating, volunteering for the USCG Auxiliary and his rescue dog Huey.
Fred is survived by Michelle (his wife of 57 years); daughter Renee; son Matt Pulve; daughter-in-law Bnae Pulve; his three grandchildren Mason, Brena Pulve, Merik Pulve; and three grand-fur babies Suki, Biscuit, and Bella.
We love you and miss you.
At my father’s request, there will be no formal service and he chose to donate his body to science. As his favorite writer would say…“and now you know the rest of the story.”
If you would like to donate in his memory, these are some of his favorite charities.
Humane Society of Central Arizona (where he personally volunteered)
https://humanesocietycentralaz.org/donate/memorial-honor/
Church on Randall Place
http://churchonrandallplace.org
Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick...
Pug Rescue of Korea
https://www.pugrescueofkorea.org/donate
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick...
-The Pulve Family
Start your surface pattern business with elizabeth silver
If you’ve already taken Bonnie Christine’s Immersion, this course is a great follow-up to learning more about the surface pattern business. Elizabeth has some valuable tips about updating your LinkedIn profile, finding art directors and even includes a contract for your own business use.
As an alumni of Elizabeth’s Silver’s SYSPB, I am a proud affiliate because I have personally seen the success that her course offers, and I only share things that I truly believe in.
rochelle renee x the knot
Elegant Lighthouse
I’ve partnered with The Knot and now offer my exclusive line of original wedding suites. Check out all of their gorgeous designs here.
bonnie christine Immersion 2022
If you've ever wanted to start a career in surface design and learn how to license your art, Bonnie Christine has opened enrollment for her highly anticipated Immersion 2022 course. 🎉
Since taking the 2021 program, I revamped my website, created an online pattern library, and signed two licensing contracts. One of them being this pattern. 🍂 I created it during the course using foliage found on a hike and it was ultimately purchased by a wallpaper company. Within a few months, the course had paid for itself! 👊🏻
Filled with over a decade's worth of knowledge, this comprehensive 8 week course will teach you Adobe Illustrator, how to begin making beautiful artwork, start seeing your patterns on products and craft the career of your dreams.
As a graphic designer of almost 30 years, I considered myself very proficient in AI and was amazed at the new tips and tricks I learned. My favorite being how to digitize your watercolor art. 🎨 Total game changer.
I feel so strongly about the benefits of the course that I'm taking it again! 🤩 Who wants to join me? 🙋🏼♀️ As an added bonus, the first 10 sign ups will receive an hour long, one-on-one coaching session where you can ask me anything. Click here to learn more - enrollment opens just once a year - from February 15th - 22nd. Save your spot now!
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As an alumni of Bonnie Christine, I am a proud affiliate because I have personally seen the success that her courses offer, and I only share things that I truly believe in.
who wants to join me for a totally Free mini workshop February 7 - 15, 2022?
If you’ve ever been curious about licensing your artwork or becoming a surface pattern designer, @bonniechristine is offering a FREE Mini Workshop, Secrets to Success in Surface Pattern Design! She’ll be covering how to get started in your career as a licensing artist and the essential stages you'll go through. We’ll also be creating our very own personalized map to success and discuss all the ways you can add to your income and multiple streams of revenue to your business as a surface designer. You can take the workshop live or watch the replays at your convenience.
You’ll learn how to:
❤️ Craft a career you LOVE in surface pattern design
🎨Work through the essential stages to becoming a licensing artist
🌿 Create a personalized roadmap to your success
✍️ Add multiple streams of income to your business as a designer.
Who’s ready to join me?!
The [FREE] Workshop begins February 7th, sign up using this link to save your spot NOW!
BONUS:
ALL participants of the workshop will be entered to win an iPad Pro and Apple Pencil!
As an alumni of Bonnie Christine, I am a proud affiliate because I have personally seen the success that her courses offer, and I only share things that I truly believe in.
smudge design is now Rochelle renee
It’s officially the first week of summer and this seemed like a great time to announce some big news. After almost 20 years of being Smudge Design (named after my beloved pug Smudge), I made the leap to Rochelle Renee. What many of you may not know is, this is my birth name and I’ve gone by my middle name for most of my life. (While I actually prefer Rochelle, my parents decided to call me Renee after confusion when calling out Michelle and Rochelle in the same household). If you’re interested in collaborating, I also added a licensing section which showcases my stationery and pattern gallery upon request. Wish me luck!
rochelle renee x love vs design
Smudge Design has officially entered the world of peel and stick wallpaper by joining forces with Love vs Design. Check out all of my designs including Boho Desert, Bronze Florentine, Brushed Ikat, Magnolia Mod, Nordic Garden, Queen Anne, Retro Florals, and Vintage Botanicals. Create a one-of-a-kind room with $5 custom samples, 200+ colors, and instant room previews.
Squarespace Circle member since 2016
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rochelle renee x artisaire
Introducing my 2020 collection of wax seals for Artisaire. Holiday Cheer and Love Eternal are both available in self adhesive seals and traditional wax stamps.
Holiday Cheer
Love Eternal
Smudge design x greenvelope
I’m excited to announce that I have partnered with the eco-friendly Greenvelope. From simple to sophisticated, instantly send a personalized e-card or invitation with style. You can view my collection of digital invitations here.
Shadowed Peace
Retro Merry
FREE Social Media Kit for Yoga and Fitness Instructors
For all my yoga and fitness instructors that need professionally designed graphics to support your online classes, I’ve designed this template trio for FREE. (A $75 Value-$25 per social square). Simply show your love by tagging me via @smudgedesign and #smudgedesignfreebies.
Download all three graphics here or click the photo for individual images only.
FREE Earth Based Education Activity Book
In partnership with Honeysuckle Hugs, I am offering this 48-page Earth Based Activity Book as a FREE download. With more and more of us being sequestered during this challenging time, I hope this book brings you some quiet moments of peace. For all ages.
FREE Change of Date Download
With the onset of COVID-19, and the welfare of our loved ones, I designed this “Change of Date” for any couple to download for FREE. Post to a website, send out as an email, or even snail mail (size is 5x7 and will fit perfectly in an A7 envelope). Click here for high resolution pdf or here for jpg.
Dreamy Pastel Wedding Inspiration In Cartagena, Columbia featuring the Gilded Wildflowers Wax Seal
When photographer Stephanie Bauer partnered with New York City-based planner Dawn Goldsmith of DM Events & Design to bring their dream shoot to life, they decided that the perfect location for the editorial they were envisioning was Cartagena, Colombia. Read More
Introducing the Au Jardin Wedding Suite in Gloss Press™ Pearl Foil
A French garden meets modern luxury. For ideas and inspiration that complement the “Au Jardin” invitation suite, visit my Pinterest page for event styling ideas.
Au Jardin Wedding Invitation Suite: Smudge Design Co.
Wedding Cake: Deer Pearl Flowers
Batik Matelasse Wrapping Paper
Make gifts even more special with Batik Matelasse wrapping paper. Available in 6 colors and printed on luxe matte paper. Use it for gifts, party favors, or DIY crafting projects. Sold as a set of 5 sheets; each sheet is 20" x 28".