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one of the projects I recently completed.

Under the Umbrella

I have launched a new site dedicated to Isabell's Umbrella. Be sure to check it out -- I promise you won't regret it.

a sneak peak...

a few projects I have been working on behind the scenes... I have a few more in the works, but I am not ready to spill the beans yet. these will be available at Isabell's Umbrella later this week.

the laughing place

thank you so much Chanda for featuring Isabell's Umbrella on your blog! To click here to see the spot.

looking pretty pocket mirror

The newest addition to my shop Isabell's Umbrella. Perfect size mirror to throw in your bag when you are on the go! Includes an ivory organza bag w/drawstring. Makes a lovely gift.

Trendy Tots

Thank you so much to the gal's at Trendy Tots for featuring Isabell's Umbrella! And thank you Lindsay for referring me!

Isabell's Umbrella on Life at 123 House

Isabell's Umbrella has been featured on Life at 123 House. I am lucky to work with such kind people! Thank you Bree! If you have a minute, check it out.

a little something modern

newest addition to the little something modern line of gift cards available at Isabell's Umbrella.

5 gift cards + brown sparkle envelopes

new artwork at Isabell's Umbrella

Meet Anna & her cat. This drawing is thanks to mi Madre how asked for a logo for her quilt/quilting shop on etsy. She is so talented, so be sure to check out her shop (now Mom, you need to post some stuff).

This print is available at Isabell's Umbrella

Featured

Yah! Isabell's Umbrella has been recently featured on Captains Log. If you have a minute, be sure check it out! Thanks Jess!

new gift card design

a new design for the mini gift card line up available at Isabell's Umbrella. i have some other projects in mind for this design, so be sure to check back again soon.

Isabell's Umbrella Featured

Isabell's Umbrella has been featured in the new WHAT + DESIGNERS spring 2008 guide. The guide is a hand picked selection of the best emerging + independent + design.
You can check it out at WHAT + DESIGNERS

button... button... whose got the button

new at Isabell's Umbrella! five adorable designs -- available singly or in a set.

its no fun without you

new stationery set at Isabell's Umbrella. poor monster... it looks like he is in need of a friend.

modern mini note cards

the newest addition to Isabell's Umbrella. perfect to use as a gift card, thank you, or just to say hello. a little something modern to add to the line up.

notebooks are coming out of my ears

Check out my newest additions at Isabell's Umbrella. While you are are there, be sure to snatch up a few of your own.

Perfect for on the go, this little notebook (3x5) doesn't take up too much room. Whether you fill its pages with doodles, notes, or silly sayings, you will appreciate how handy it can be.

Designed and illustrated by Ashley Giessing.
Illustrations copyrighted 2008

3x5 - 100 blank sheets - padded notebook

Isabell's Umbrella on tutus & turtles

Isabell's Umbrella was most recently featured on the blog tutus & turtles. I owe this to my sister Lindsay. Thank you so much!

Isabell's Umbrella in the Hot Seat

Yikes! It looks like I will be in the hot seat on Friday (02/22) as the ETSY LABS critiques my Isabell's Umbrella Shop. If you would like to participate, please join us at 1PM EST in the treehouse room of virtual labs.

invitation for luncheon

occasionally I create something that I really like, or am proud of, and this may seem silly, but I really like this invitation I have created below for a sustainability luncheon we (MHTN) are hosting later this month. I like the way the paper took the ink, gives it a sort of weathered look. Yep, I guess I am a nerd.

Isabell's Umbrella featured on Your Heart Out

Isabell's Umbrella was recently featured on Your Heart Out yahoo! the word is getting out. thanks everyone for the support!

Penelope the Panda

Oh, isn't she cute! Perfect to cheer anyone up. If you like her, she is available at Isabell's Umbrella

Cutest Thing Since Baby Seals

Meet George the Silly Sparrow, available at Isabell's Umbrella. He makes me smile every time I look at him.

Isabell's Umbrella

Okay, I haven't updated my blog in a long time, but hey, I think I have a good excuse... welcome Isabell's Umbrella, my new shop on Etsy.

Be sure to check it out often, as I am always adding new stuff.

Meet Simon

Meet Simon. He is the newest to join the group. Simon just hopped into my head one night when I awoke. The next day I added him to my sketch book.

MHTN Newsletter

I was recently asked to re-design the newsletter for MHTN. Before it was very cluttered and busy. The new look is very clean and easy to read. It has been well received, which makes me happy. What do you think?

Featured on Haute Innovations

When I awoke this morning and checked my email, I had the nicest surpise; I have been featured on Haute Innovations blog of Fresh & Innovative Independent Artisans Showcase. Yahoo! Be sure to check it out!