January 17th, 2012
Published in: Personal with
It’s 2012 and a lot is changing around here! I’m not going to get into it all now but I will say that the time has come to step back a bit from my work and focus on my family. I’m writing this blog post to let you all know that I’m taking a break from the blogosphere to focus on being a mom and wife.
There are so many amazing artist out there who seemingly can do it all! Some of my favorite artists are juggling successful art careers and a young families while still appearing sane! Maybe it’s just my children, or the fact that I really need my sleep, but at this point I just can’t do it all. I am not completely shutting down my studio but I won’t be posting on my blog for a while. I am happy to entertain job proposals and will definitely keep my Etsy Shop up and running, but I won’t be producing too much new work for the next little while.
There are some exciting changes on the horizon (personally and professionally) that I will post about when it’s appropriate. When I come back, I hope to have a new website, logo, and a slightly revised illustration style. I have big dreams for my work but need to prioritize my family first!
Please feel free to stop by and say hi if you want! I am still here… just laying low :) I really appreciate all the support you have all given me over the years with this blog and I truly look forward to coming back when time permits!
Take care!
Rachelle
December 23rd, 2011
Published in: Illustration, Illustration Friday with
The greatest ‘messenger‘ of all - Merry Christmas everyone!
December 15th, 2011
Published in: Holidays, Illustration with
I have an excited little three year old that doesn’t fail to ask me everyday if it’s Christmas yet… I’m looking forward to the morning when I can say yes and set him loose on his Christmas gifts! With the bit of free time I’ve had over the past few days, I’ve tried to capture the wonder of my two little boys as they gaze upon our Christmas tree :)
This is just a little note to wish you all a wonderful Christmas and a happy New Year! I don’t have many New Year’s resolutions but one thing I want to work on next year is to write and illustrate my own children’s book. I have the idea in my head… I just need to get it down on paper :) I know time is limited with two kiddos at home, so I want to keep my goal simple, but I think this one is achievable!
Happy Holidays everyone!
December 12th, 2011
Published in: EtsyLove with
Finished your Christmas shopping yet? Well if you haven’t, you must check out Apple n Amos’ Etsy store. They sell beautifully designed and wonderfully made wooden toys for kids! And for those of you who entered the giveaway this week, Apple n Amos is generously giving away the Cherries & Berries Breakfast Set to a lucky winner tonight! This would make the perfect gift for a little one in your life.
And the winner is….. Suzanne! Congrats to you! I will be in touch with details on how to claim your prize :) Thanks to everyone who entered this giveaway!
December 5th, 2011
Published in: EtsyLove with
My hubby and I have always valued quality toys and tried to buy as little plastic as possible and invest our money in quality wooden toys that are well made and well designed. Apple n Amos is this month’s EtsyLove feature store and they create beautiful wooden toys for kids. A little quote from Amos “I love the idea of using a toy to teach little ones about their colors, letters, numbers and early math. Not to mention that the quality of these can withstand any toddler play and then grow into preschool early development play. Being that these toys are wooden, makes them the perfect toy to pass along to a new set of eager hands.”
Be sure to check out his blog and Etsy store …and perhaps do a little Christmas shopping! In the meantime, Amos is generously giving away a Cherries & Berries Breakfast Set to one of my lucky readers. Read below to find out more!
APPLE N AMOS GIVEAWAY!
How to Enter:
Entry #1 – Visit Apple n Amos store and choose your favorite item. Add a comment on this blog post and link to your favorite item.
Entry #2 {Bonus} – Visit Rachelle Anne Miller Creative Studios and Apple n Amos on Facebook and “LIKE” both fan pages, leave some love sharing that “Rachelle Anne Miller” sent you for the giveaway and then come back and tell me you did by leaving your 2nd entry in the comment section below.
Entry #3 {Bonus} – Tweet about this giveaway and let me know you’ve done so by posting a 3rd entry in the comments section.
I will be making the draw on December 12th at 7pm EST. Good luck!
Rachelle is a mother of two little boys and works part time as a children's illustrator. Her work can be seen in children's books, greeting cards, craft supplies, children's room decor, and more! Rachelle's art has been featured in various international magazines and websites. Her boys inspire her work tremendously and her husband is her emotional (and technical!) support she needs to make it all happen! 
