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Welcoming the Winter Solstice: Heartwarming Ways to Celebrate and Prepare

December 18, 2024 Carolina Russo

Hello beautiful souls,
we’re getting closer to the Winter Solstice! The longest night of the year, marks a powerful turning point, a time when darkness begins to wane, and the light slowly returns. Celebrating the Solstice can be a deeply meaningful way to connect with nature and the Universe, reflect on the year past, and set intentions for the months ahead. Here are some beautiful ways to prepare for and celebrate this magical event, creating warmth and joy in the heart of winter.
The Solstice is December 21, 2024

Preparing for the Winter Solstice

Create a Cozy Space
Transform your home into a haven of warmth and light. Decorate with candles, fairy lights, and seasonal greenery like pine, holly, or mistletoe. Use soft blankets and comforting textures to create a nurturing atmosphere where you can retreat from the cold.
Reflect and Release
The Solstice is an ideal time for self-reflection. Set aside time to journal about the past year, what you’ve learned, what you’re ready to let go of, and what you hope to welcome. Write down anything you want to release on slips of paper, and burn them safely as a symbolic gesture of letting go.
Gather Natural Elements
Go for a winter walk and gather natural materials like pinecones, evergreen branches, or stones to incorporate into your celebrations. These can be used to decorate an altar, wreath, or centerpiece, connecting you with the rhythms of the Earth.
Plan Your Intentions
As the Solstice celebrates the return of the light, it’s a wonderful time to set intentions for the year ahead. What do you want to grow or nurture in your life as the days grow longer?

Heartwarming Ways to Celebrate the Winter Solstice

Light a Candle Ceremony
Light candles to symbolize the return of the sun and the growing light. Gather your family, friends, or simply yourself in a quiet moment, and reflect on the warmth and hope the light brings into your life.
Prepare a Feast of Seasonal Foods
Celebrate with a meal that honors the season. Incorporate comforting dishes like roasted root vegetables, warm soups, spiced baked goods, or mulled cider. Sharing a Solstice meal with loved ones is a beautiful way to nourish both body and spirit.
Spend Time in Nature
Bundle up and take a walk outdoors, appreciating the stillness and beauty of the winter landscape. Pause to listen to the quiet, observe the bare trees, and feel the connection to the Earth as it rests.
Create a Yule Log Tradition
The Yule Log is an ancient tradition where a decorated log is burned as a symbol of light overcoming darkness. If you have a fireplace, you can burn a Yule Log with wishes or blessings written on it. Alternatively, you can create a decorative Yule Log centerpiece with candles.
Meditation and Rituals
Meditate on themes of renewal, gratitude, and the cycles of nature. You can also perform a simple ritual, such as visualizing light filling your heart and radiating out into the world, bringing hope and positivity.
Craft and Create
Engage in creative activities like making Solstice-inspired art, handcrafting ornaments, or creating wreaths from gathered greenery. These acts of creation embody the spirit of renewal and transformation.

A Celebration of Light and Hope

The Winter Solstice is a time to honor the beauty of the season and embrace its lessons. By celebrating this day with heartwarming traditions, you can find joy in the stillness of winter and welcome the light with open arms.

And if you made it to read this whole post Thank You! How do you plan to celebrate the Winter Solstice this year? I’d love to hear your thoughts and traditions in the comments below. Wishing you a season filled with warmth, light, and love!

A Quick Note: The images featured in this post are from my Winter Art Collection, inspired by the season’s beauty and magic. If you love these pieces, prints of my whole Winter Collection are available in my Etsy Shop as Limited and Open Editions. Visit my shop to bring the spirit of winter into your home!

With Solstice blessings wishing you great days ahead!

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Embracing the Magic of Winter: My 12-Day Winter Draw Challenge (Part 2)

December 13, 2024December 13, 2024 Carolina Russo

Hello again,

The 12-Day Winter Draw Challenge has officially come to an end yesterday on December 12, and I couldn’t be happier to have completed it. This journey has been a beautiful exploration of winter’s magic, and I’m thrilled to share the final six drawings with you.

Each of the 12 pieces in my Winter Draw Challenge beautifully captures the essence of the winter and festive season, weaving delicate details with vivid storytelling. Each prompt drew inspiration from the season’s magic, embracing everything from its serene beauty to its joyful celebrations. Here are the final six creations:

Day 6: Letter
With this drawing I wanted to capture the feeling of heartfelt love reading a special letter from a loved one being far away during the holidays. The delicate color palette and the color blue is to show the feeling of melancholy for that precise moment of missing someone.
Day 7: Feast
She is my Christmas colorful Fairy preparing the stockings and wearing a beautiful Poinsettia flower dress! She is charming and brings feeling of happiness and joy!
Day 8: Owl
I love Owls they symbolize intuition, wisdom, mystery, intelligence and protection!
Day 9: Advent
The four weeks of Advent are a time for preparation and introspection a time of reflection within yourself and in this drawing I wanted to capture all of this and the four themes of Hope, Peace, Love and Joy!
Day 10: Oranges
I loved to create her ornate with old fashion dry oranges traditions
Day 11: Ivy. Day 12: Candlelight. (Combined prompts)
For last two days I combined the two prompts into one drawing. The beautiful Ivy head pieces and the candles. The two girls represents sisters or sisterhood!

Completing this challenge was both inspiring and rewarding, each year is a beautiful time. I’m so grateful for the support and encouragement I’ve received throughout this creative journey it’s truly meant the world to me.
If you missed the previous Blog post with the first 5 days drawings you can see it here:

Embracing the Magic of Winter: My 12-Day Winter Draw Challenge (Part 1)

Availability:
If any of these pieces speak to you, I’m delighted to share that all 12 drawings are now available as Limited and Open Edition Prints in my Etsy Shop. Whether you choose the intimate 5×7 inches size or the striking 8×10 inches size, each print is “Hand Enhanced with inks and a spark of gold” making them perfect for adding a timeless touch of winter magic to be a special addition to your art collection. or gifting to a loved one.

Don’t miss out, visit my Etsy Shop to browse the full Winter Christmas Collection and if you find something please use at checkout this Discount Code: THANKYOU for 10% Off!

Thank you for following along on this journey. I hope these creations bring joy and inspiration to your day!

With love and creativity until next time!

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Embracing the Magic of Winter: My 12-Day Winter Draw Challenge

December 5, 2024 Carolina Russo

Welcome December!
Hello, as the frosty chill of Winter settles in, I find myself inspired by the magic of this season, the quiet beauty of snow-dusted landscapes, the warm glow of holiday lights, and the endless possibilities for creativity. To celebrate, I’m excited to introduce the 12-Day Winter Draw Challenge hosted on Instagram by my amazing artists friends in UK : @nomkinnearking and @adamoehlers and @natachachohraart, a personal journey of artistic exploration and seasonal joy. It is from years now that I make sure to participate to these wonderful twelve days of Winter-Christmas themed art!

We are deep into the challenge already, which began on December 1st I haven’t had time to post here. I’ve already created my first 5 entries and for the next 7 days, I’ll be creating a new drawing each day, inspired by a unique Winter- Christmas themed prompt. This challenge is not just about creating art it’s about capturing the essence of the season, staying inspired, and sharing that joy with you all.

Today, I’m happy to share the first five day drawings of this creative adventure. Each piece is a vision infused with my love for winter and its many facets, from the serene quiet of beautiful evenings to the lively energy of festive gatherings.

Day 1: Prompt King
I loved to create this first drawing. The Winter Queen with the magnificent King Lion. Reminds me of Aslan in Narnia I realized this when I finished the drawing.

Day 2: Prompt Fox
This is a beautiful Magical Fox and Spirit Animal.

Day 3: Prompt Yule
I had this drawing made years ago in a small sketch! I thought would fit the prompt as I have reworked it and made it bigger she is my Forest Goddess to represent Yule.
Day 4: Prompt Chocolate.
This drawing is close to my heart. A sip of hot chocolate brings beautiful memories, holidays traditions growing up in Italy, thinking my family and home.
Day 5: Prompt Silent Night.
each year I like to create a lady figure “Christmas Tree” this year she is singing Silent Night all lightened up with candles in the middle of the forest! Some words from the lyric are a special touch to this drawing.

I hope these drawings bring a bit of seasonal warmth and inspiration into your day!
Whether you’re an artist, a winter enthusiast, one of my collectors, or someone seeking creative inspiration, I invite you to follow along, share your thoughts, and perhaps even join in on the challenge.

Let’s celebrate the beauty of winter together, one drawing and one day at a time. Stay tuned for more updates as I continue this journey, and let me know which piece resonates with you the most! Tomorrow prompt is Letter. Follow me on Instagram @carolinarussoart

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With creative energy and warm wishes, until next post stay safe and warm!

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The Spiritual Significance of the Pinecone

November 23, 2024 Carolina Russo

Hello beautiful souls the Holidays are near and today I wanted to write about the spiritual meaning of pinecones as they are so used to decorate our homes especially during this season and at Christmas! Well there are very special meanings behind a pinecone!

The pinecone is a powerful and ancient symbol of spiritual awakening, transformation, and higher consciousness. Its unique shape and intricate design have inspired deep reverence in cultures and traditions across the globe, offering profound lessons for those who take the time to connect with its meaning.

One of the most intriguing aspects of the pinecone is its resemblance to the Pineal Gland, often referred to as the “Third eye.” This small, pinecone-shaped gland in the human brain has long been associated with intuition, spiritual insight, and the awakening of higher consciousness. Many spiritual teachings suggest that activating the pineal gland helps us connect to our inner wisdom and align with universal energy, making the pinecone a natural representation of this inner gateway.

The spiral pattern of the pinecone’s scales reflects sacred geometry, a visual representation of the divine order and harmony found throughout the Universe. This pattern symbolizes growth, transformation, and the interconnectedness of all things a reminder that we are part of a much larger cosmic design.

Throughout history, the pinecone has appeared in art, architecture, and spiritual practices as a symbol of enlightenment. In ancient Egypt, the staff of Osiris featured a pinecone at its tip, symbolizing immortality and spiritual ascension. Similarly, in Hinduism, the pinecone-like shape of deities’ headdresses is thought to represent the awakened third eye. Even in Western traditions, the pinecone appears in Christian art and the design of the Vatican’s Court of the Pinecone, representing eternal life and divine connection.

Beyond its symbolism, the pinecone’s life cycle carries a meaningful lesson. It endures through harsh winters, holding tightly to its seeds until the conditions are right for new growth. This resilience and patience remind us to trust the timing of our own transformations and to nurture the seeds of potential within ourselves.

In everyday life, the pinecone can be a grounding and meditative tool. Holding one or placing it in your sacred space can serve as a gentle reminder to seek inner balance, stay open to spiritual growth, and honor the interconnectedness of nature. How beautiful!

The next time you come across a pinecone, take a moment to reflect on its quiet wisdom. It’s not just a part of nature; it’s a symbol of resilience, transformation, and the infinite potential that resides within us all. Find your pinecone and keep it in a special place in your home!

“Pinecone”
My watercolor painting featured on this post represents and symbolize all of these special meanings! Is included in my Winter and Christmas Art Collection available as Limited Edition Prints hand enhanced and Reiki energy infused to enhance your wellbeing!

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Winter Art Collection 2024

November 13, 2024 Carolina Russo

Hello and Happy Winter Season!

It’s been a little while since my last post, and I’m thrilled to reconnect with all of you! I have some exciting news to share: my Etsy shop has been freshly restocked with my Winter Art Collection. You’ll find an array of Winter and Christmas-themed art, perfect for the season, and I’ll continue adding new pieces to keep the collection growing.

Each print is hand-enhanced, adding a special touch that makes each piece unique and full of life. These fine art prints make lovely holiday gifts or a cozy addition to your own space.

✨ Holiday Offer: To celebrate, I’m offering 15% off when you purchase any two prints!

If you love my Art please visit my ETSY Shop!

❤ If you’d like your art to arrive in time for Christmas, now is the perfect time to order and save! Plus, enjoy free shipping within the U.S. on orders of $35 or more.

Each print in my collection is hand-enhanced, meaning I personally add finishing touches to every piece. These aren’t just ordinary prints; each one is unique, with my hand-drawn details and a touch of subtle gold or silver highlights. It’s my way of bringing a bit more warmth and artistry to every piece that reaches your hands.

Important Cutoff Date: Holiday Orders within US last day to order prints would be December 12 earlier the best!

Thank you for being here and sharing in my creative journey. During a time when the world feels uncertain, I hope my art can bring a bit of peace and joy to your day. I’d love for you to stop by and explore the Winter Art Collection and much more in my Etsy shop it’s a collection meant to add warmth, comfort, and a touch of winter magic to your space.

Here’s to a beautiful Winter Season filled with creativity, calm, and kindness. always keep that magic light shining within YOU! If you had your eyes on something and you don’t find it in shop please Contact me!

Warmest wishes,
Carolina

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“Courage and Confidence” Necklace: A New Jewelry Design Release

July 29, 2024 Carolina Russo

A New Release!

Today I am happy to announce the launch of my latest necklace design, the “Courage and Confidence” necklace. This stunning piece is a unique and empowering addition to my jewelry collection, crafted with natural Red Coral and infused with spiritual and healing benefits.

The Design

The “Courage and Confidence” necklace is a new take on my previous design the Turquoise “Warrior” necklace, now reimagined with vibrant Red Coral. This handmade piece features a harmonious blend of materials, each chosen for their beauty and significance:

Red Coral: Known for its bold color and powerful energy.
Amazonite: A soothing stone that calms the soul.
Shungite: Believed to protect against negative energies.
Smoky Quartz Crystal: Grounds and stabilizes.
Buffalo Bone Pipe beads: A nod to the Native American tradition and heritage.
Vintage Wooden and Brass beads: Adding rustic charm and elegance.
Leather Cord: For durability and an earthy touch.

Each necklace is carefully handcrafted, ensuring that no two pieces are exactly alike. The adjustable length allows for versatility, making it a perfect fit for any outfit or occasion. Additionally, every necklace is Reiki infused, imbuing it with positive energy and intentions.

The Spiritual Meaning and Healing Benefits of Red Coral

Red Coral is more than just a beautiful gemstone; it carries deep spiritual significance and a wealth of healing benefits.

Courage and Confidence: As the name suggests, Red Coral is known to instill courage and boost confidence in the wearer. Its vibrant red hue is a symbol of life force, passion, and vitality.
Emotional Healing: This stone is believed to calm emotions and bring inner peace. It helps in overcoming fear, anxiety, and feelings of inadequacy, empowering the wearer to face challenges head-on.
Protection and Prosperity: Historically, Red Coral has been used as a talisman for protection against evil spirits and bad energies. It is also associated with attracting prosperity and success.
Physical Benefits: Red Coral is thought to aid in blood circulation, boost energy levels, and strengthen the bones.
Red Color: the color red of the Coral is deeply grounding, connecting the wearer to the earth and providing a stable foundation for courage and confidence to flourish.
Root Chakra : The color red is associated with the Root Chakra, the first of the seven primary energy centers in our body, located at the base of the spine. This chakra is believed to provide grounding energy, stability, and a strong foundation for overall well-being.

By wearing the “Courage and Confidence” necklace, you not only adorn yourself with a beautiful piece of high vibrational jewelry but also invite positive energy, protection, and a sense of empowerment into your life.

A Statement of Empowerment

This necklace is more than just an accessory; it’s a statement of strength, energy and self-assurance.

Explore the power of Red Coral and embrace your inner warrior with my latest creation. Each necklace is made with love and intention and infused with Reiki energy, ready to inspire and uplift you on your journey.

Thank you for joining me in celebrating this exciting new release. I can’t wait for you to experience the beauty and benefits of this empowering necklace.

Pre Order yours here!
Claim your “Courage and Confidence” necklace in the comments leave a message! This design would be made only occasionally. I craft only few necklaces each time. If you would like one, don’t miss this rare opportunity pre order yours and Contact me for details!

Price: $70 Shipped in the US Please add $4 Fees for Good and Services
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Disclaimer

Please note that this necklace is available exclusively as a made-to-order item. Each piece is unique due to the natural variations in the shape, size, and color of the gemstones. Handcrafted by me using ethically sourced materials, this necklace features an adjustable leather cord with sliding knots, allowing you to customize the length to suit your style. The natural elements ensure that every necklace is truly one of a kind.

Thank you for supporting my Art!
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Always Shine your Light!

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Exclusive Reiki Infused Warrior Necklace: Limited Commissions Open!”

July 9, 2024 Carolina Russo

COMMISSIONS OPEN only few spots!

I’m thrilled to announce that I have a few exclusive spots available for “The Warrior Necklace,” a A turquoise gem Reiki infused, made to order Jewelry Design!

This necklace is one of my most beloved jewelry designs, created a few years ago. Part of my Ethnic and Tribal Collection, it’s uniquely hand crafted with natural elements for Power, Strength, Balance, and Beauty. I named it “Warrior” because of the ancient and beautiful turquoise stone, one of my favorite. Turquoise is known for its protective energy and was used by ancient warriors for protection, power, strength, and courage. Ancient civilizations honored turquoise as the Universal Stone that is believed to have many benefits and healing properties. Promote inner piece is calming help to balance emotions, great during meditation.

This necklace is stunning to wear and complements a variety of outfits. It can be a standalone statement piece or combined and layered with other necklaces I create. Inspired by Native American Indian and Southwest designs, it embodies a timeless aesthetic. I made one for myself, and it has become my favorite go-to piece.

As a Reiki Master, I love to infuse my watercolor paintings and also my jewelry with energy for alignment, balance, and protection, or I can customize the infusion to meet your specific needs.

This is a Pre Order! Reserve your spot now! Claim your necklace in the comments! These are released only occasionally and I craft only few each time. If you would like one don’t miss out this rare opportunity claim yours and Contact me for details!

Price: $70 Shipped in the US
I do ship Internationally price quote is calculated based on your location contact me prior placing your order.
Payment via PayPal is made when you claim just click here and you would be prompted to PayPal
This necklace is only available as made to order. Each one is unique due to the natural variations of the gemstones in shape, size and color. Hand crafted by me using ethically sourced turquoise, agate, crystals, vintage wooden beads, buffalo bone pipes and beads, vintage brass beads. The adjustable leather cord adds to its versatility can be worn long or shorter it has sliding knots to adjust the length that best suits you. Because of the natural elements, every necklace is one of a kind.

Reserve your spot and wear a beautiful and unique piece inspired by the ancients and infused with energy!

If you have any additional questions, Contact me!

Always Shine your Light!

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New Graphic Releases in my Redbubble Shop!

June 2, 2024June 2, 2024 Carolina Russo

Exciting Update: New Graphic Releases added in my Redbubble Shop!

Hey there everyone,

I’m beyond thrilled to announce a fantastic update to my throwpillow,small,1000x-bg,f8f8f8-c,0,200,1000,1000.u1 Redbubble Shop – I recently decided to release a collection of brand-new graphics created from my watercolor paintings and illustrations that are sure to add a splash of creativity to your life!
Whether you’re in the mood for whimsical illustrations, words, mystical or nature-inspired designs, there’s something special waiting for you.

From vibrant florals to mystical figures, each graphic has been carefully designed with love and attention to detail. Whether you’re treating yourself with a T-shirt like the baseball one in the photo that my beautiful friend is wearing or a hoodie, a coffee mug or searching for the perfect gift for a loved one, my diverse range of designs has you covered.

Teresa Be Still Shirt And the best part?
My graphics are available on a wide range of beautiful products, from clothing and accessories to home decor and stationery. So you can showcase your unique style from your favorite Artist wherever you go!

Head over to Carolina Russo Redbubble Shop to explore the latest additions and find the perfect piece to brighten up your day. Your support means the world to me, and I can’t wait to see how you incorporate my designs into your life.

❤❤❤ Plus, a little Side Note – Redbubble is currently having a Sale up to 40% Off, so it’s the perfect time to snag some new goodies! No matter where you are in the World they ship Worldwide!

Thank you for being a part of my creative journey! And if you have any question Contact me!
Shop link: Carolina Russo Redbubble

Happy Sunday and happy shopping if you do, thank you! Don’t forget to sign up to the Redbubble Newsletter to stay up to date with Sale days and specials discounts! A special thanks to my Crochet Artist friend @creations_by_yrsa for sending me this photo wearing one of the shirts with my new graphics!

Have a wonderful Sunday and coming week! ❤

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Etsy Shop Art Sale

March 14, 2024 Carolina Russo

March Sale 2024_

❤ March Art Sale!
hello dear friends I know has been awhile that I haven’t posted here just life getting in between! Today I have just a quick announcement I have restoked and updated my ETSY Shop!
And I am having a few days ART SALE 30% Off on everything in my Shop! My Sale just went live last night and will end March 17, 2024!

❤ Thank you so much for following my Art your support means everything to me!
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Wishing you all a wonderful weekend! ❤

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End of Year Art SALE!

December 28, 2023 Carolina Russo

End Of Year SALE 2023

END of YEAR ART SALE!

Hello dear friends,
I am having a End of Year Sale visit my ETSY Shop! My Sale just started today December 28, 2023 ends December 31, 2023 at 12:59 US PST.
You find 20% Off on almost everything in my Shop exclude the new 2024 Christmas Collection paintings they would be available at regular price until the end of this month then I will take them off sale until October 2024 when they would be released again! This is my last Sale of the year I wont have anymore Sale for awhile! I also offer Free Shipping on $35 orders within US.
♥️ Don’t miss out if you have your eyes on something that I have created during this year and before! Visit my Shop I hope that you find something you love!

In my Shop you find listed lots of new and older work a variety of Limited and Open Edition hand enhanced Signed Prints of my original watercolor paintings. Most prints are available in two sizes Limited Edition 8×10 inches or the Open Edition are 5×7 inches. In case you don’t see what you had your eyes on, Contact me!

Thank you so much for your support and for following my Art ❤
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I wish you a Wonderful New Year 2024 and an Amazing New Beginning!
Always Shine your Light!

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