My New Year's Affirmation

This affirmation came to me today by one of my groups on Facebook. I thought I would share it with you and hopefully it will inspire you too!

TIP OF THE DAY: it occurs to me, on this eve of the new year, that every year of my life has been better than the previous year. Sure there were tough times but those times made me stronger, both emotionally and spiritually. I would not trade 2009 for anything and I can't wait to see what adventures await in 2010! ...

Happy New Year everyone!

Doll Pins!

I just wanted to share with you some of my latest doll pins. These are truly cloth items that could be used as ornaments as well. Some are made using yarn, fabric, ceramic faces, etc. In one you can see I went to the wig store and got some synthetic hair. Note the faces are different colors which I love. We do not discriminate! These are for sale at various prices. Contact me at sways@sankofastudio.com if you are interested.

INSPIRATION PLEASE!

Now as we end another year, I am in that creative mood again! My new supplies are coming in and have decided to work on a set of Art Soul dolls. What are Art Soul Dolls? These are highly artistic dolls that provide comfort of loss, depression or any other mental fatigue as I call it. I will be working on a new line of exclusive OOKA dolls and I am very excited! Headed to the studio today to start making the magic happen! Stay tuned for the results!

LAST WEEK FOR THE 5TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY GIFT SHOW AND SALE!

International Center For Artistic Development, Inc. presents its 5th Annual Holiday Gift Show and Sale at Historic Savage Mill on December 4 through 31, 2009. On display in the gallery will be beautiful and unique one of a kind works of art by be Sherry Burton Ways, Eljay McBride, and Michelle Lisenbee.

The ICAD gallery hours are Wednesdays through Sundays from 12 Noon to 6PM. Other hours are available by appointment. For further information visit the ICAD website at: http://www.icadev.org or call 301-604-4484. Individuals and tour groups are welcome to visit the gallery and see the show as well as other works on display by ICAD artists.

Kwanzaa Dolls!

Hoping everyone is having a happy holiday. I just remembered that I posted these dolls on my FaceBook fan page and did not share them with my bloggers. Well here they are Sam and Samantha! These are the largest dolls I have ever made. They are 40 inches each! These were for a commission I did earlier in the month. However, I just adore them because they are so festive and remind me of Kwanzaa. Enjoy and Happy Kwanzaa everyone!

New Doll Work

Hello All. Check out my latest dolls. Two of which are already spoken for. Thought I would share before the holidays...

East of the River Newspaper Endorses Sankofa Dolls as Great Holiday Gifts

Sankofa Doll Artistry is mentioned for a second year in a row in Washington DC's December 2009 issue of the East of the River Paper.

Sankofa Studio is listed under "Shop Local: Holiday Ideas for the Season" Check it out.

Thank you East of the River for the wonderful mention!

Second Year in a Row Listed in Uptown DC Magazine!

I was recently listed in Uptown Magazine's "H" List in the LOCAL Washington, DC October/November 2009 edition. I have not physically seen the magazine edition, however, a close source and reliable colleague just informed me. This is the second year in a row I have been listed. Thanks Uptown!