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Tales of the Wild

Posted on October 17, 2014 by April Alayne

This is a commissioned piece I have completed for a delightful company in Vancouver.

Tales of the Wild

A company I have worked with in the past.

Their store is about as wonderful and charming as the family behind it.

After completing the above piece they asked me to create something for their Woodsman natural product line and I happily agreed.

The tools I used.

The start.

Reworked the face

really got in there

hello Mr. Owl

Caught in the act

And with a little help this bearded stud was born in August.

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Kitten Beard

Posted on March 22, 2013 by April Alayne

He doesn’t need explaining.

Here are some process and close up shots.

Prints Available on ETSY

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This beard is for you

Posted on February 9, 2013 by April Alayne

“This beard is for you”

This is my newest illustration just in time for Valentines day. A handsome gentleman with a bouquet in his luscious beard just for you.
He was created on 11X14″ recycled Bristol with graphite.

I captured my prograssion via Instagram (@april_alayne)

The fun part begins

slowly but surly

Limited edition Giclee prints will be available soon. If you are interested in purchasing this print please feel free to give a “like”.

The print

Thank you so much for taking a look! More to come shortly.

Feel free to follow me and my work on Facebook, Twitter and Tumblr

PRINTS AVAILABLE HERE

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Vintage finds for February. In all sizes!

Posted on February 2, 2013 by April Alayne

Hey everyone! I went shopping for you again. It has been over 2 years and running TOH and I am still excited to be bringing you vintage finds.I have been getting more and more emails asking to find not just plus size clothing but vintage clothing in every size so I will be doing just that. Naturally I will cater more towards plus size clothing since it is such a hard task but slowly I will introduce smaller sizes as well. I couldn’t model for you this time for 2 reasons. First off because of surgery a coupe weeks ago that left me weak so I wasn’t feeling up to the challenge and second off I bring you smaller sizes this voluptuous body cant squeeze into (even though i want to badly!) The dress form is a wonderful addition to the shop. I would love to get your feed back on what you prefer though.

But for now here is what I have found just in time for Valentines Day!

XL 12-16US $60

XL 12-16 US $35

XL XXL plus size stretch
14-18US $50

XL XXL stretch 12-16US $50

Some adorable scarves to accessorize with all $20

I found some wonderful sets, skirts and tops. These are perfect for mix and match.

Size 16 US
$79 for set

Size 18/22 US
$25

Size 16/18 US
$95

Size 16/18
$100

Size 16/18 US
$75

Size 18/22 US
$25

Size 18/24
$35

Size 16 US
$79 for set

Size 16/22
$25

Matching Jacket for blue polka dot dress

Size 14 US $80

Size 14/16 $25

And naturally… all the dresses!

Size 14/16
$65

Size 12/14
$60

Size 14 US
$65

Size 16/18 US
$60

size 14/ 16
$60

Size 22/24 US
$65

Size 20 US
$65

Size 18/20
$65

Size 14/16 US
$50

Size 20/22 US
$60

Size 14/ 16 US
$60

Size 16 US
$60

Size 16/18 US
$50

Size 12/16 US
$60

Size 14/ 16
$60

Size 16 US
$60

Size 12/16 US
$65

Size 14/16 US
$65

And my personal favorite find of the bunch

Size 11 Jr. size 6/8
$120

If you are interested in any of these items before I put them up for sale on TOH please feel free to write me with VINTAGE as the subject. I would love to hear from you. I have measured everything and they are ready to rock!

Hope you’re having a wonderful day!

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Permanent Illustration. Ode to Edgar Allan Poe

Posted on February 3, 2012 by April Alayne

So I just had to share this with you all.

I just had a wonderful neighbor make my week with his newest investment.

I have helped him with his collection of Poe art with my recently created “Ode to Edgar” illustration for his 1/2 sleeve.

Check out his progress in this video! There are a bunch of talented artists he is working with and I cant wait to see more.

Is there a bigger compliment then having one of your pieces permanent on somones skin? For me, a tattoo lover, no.

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Hoops & Prints- a new kind of picture frame

Posted on January 11, 2012 by April Alayne

So as you all know I have been drawing my fingers off this past month.

I am in the process of making my very 1st collection that I am proud of and I well on my way.

Who needs art school? I have books, the internet and determination!

My goal in 2012? Get better.

I will have prints available hopefully by next week if not sooner!

In the mean time I have created a new type of a print.

I have taken my illustrations and printed them on a fine piece of cream canvas and fastened them in an embroidery hoop. A little different for your wall decor.

These will be handmade by order. They can be customized to your liking. So if you would like a different image in your hoop I am more then happy to create something personal for you!

For sale now is “Coriander” Prints and Hoop Prints

I hope you enjoy!

Have a great night everyone.

-April

“The worst enemy to creativity is self–doubt.” – Sylvia Plath