The end of an era....

New blog   Whole Soul Living.com


Hi everybody.. I am just popping in to say that 'The Willows Nest' blog is going on a 'prolonged hiatus'..
I have truly enjoyed all your comments and involvement over the years but I feel my focus is now being drawn towards a blog which better reflects where I am at right now. All the content here will remain up for others to still access old posts :)


Art stills plays a strong part in my life but I have also recently decided to take up public speaking, and seeing how I can use this 
( growing) skill and my art to do my part to help others in the world.


My new blog is called 'Whole Soul Living' .. and will be including information and tips that I have learned and are ( still learning), about how to live a full, happy , healthy life. . 
I strongly believe that everyone has come to this planet with a light to shine and a passion and purpose.


 I am passionate about encouraging others to bravely explore what this means for themselves,  also seeking to find a balance between mind, body and spirit along the way. There will still be art popping in along with some pretty photography.. if this sounds like you , I would love to have you visit..


Lots of love , Helen               Whole Soul Living Blog

A recap and some Gorilla love for 2012

I have been immersing myself in my sweet little family and dear friends over the holiday period , I have  been enjoying expressing my creativity through baking, creating gifts , and hosting special Christmas soiree's..

 here are a few moments...

I'm so glad I took the time out to revel in the joys of creating for people I love , I had so much fun and didn't feel like I was being torn in a hundred directions :)..

Now our gorgeous new year is here, full of bubbling promise and glorious potential for magical happenings... sending you lots of love for your amazing 2012..xxxxxx

here is a precious little true story that found it's way to me on new years day.... sniff'..

watch if you love nature and sweet miracles...

Love Helen

New Customizable Journal range.. and a gift to the whales

 I have been working on creating a product that is 'useable art' and 

I'm so happy to share my new journal range with you.

I have been having so much fun blending my  original watercolor art with vintage ephemera and textures on photoshop to create unique, ethereal artwork.

here is the 'Beekeeper' journal...

and ..' Humpback Angel friend '

A great added feature is that these journals are customizable. You will have your name or the name of your 'special someone' printed on the inside cover i.e... Eva's little book of miracles, or Helen's little book of words , or dreams', whatever you choose. :)

here is the back inside cover..

and the back of the journal.

$2 from every journal sold will be donated to The Great Whale Conservancy  to help them in their efforts striving to protect Blue Whales and Humpbacks.

 I love gifts that keep on giving :)

These journals are available for purchase at The Sacred Gift ' store.

Thanks for visiting.. :)  Love Helen xxx

silk,sheep, bamboo... and a new blog

My energy has been a little focused in other directions the last few weeks.. 

I decided I would learn to knit myself some fingerless mittens for the coming cooler months..

I found the most beautiful yarn, it is made from silk, merino wool and Alpaca..

here is the pattern I used ..so easy , truly ...

 I really like the feel of using bamboo needles.

These mitts are so quick to knit up , they would make great Christmas gifts..

and what a lovely sense of satisfaction to know that you knit them yourself!

Great for all of you 'coy wannabe knitters' out there.. c'mon ..you know who you are!!

I have also felt the 'nudge' to create a second blog, called 'Whole Soul Living'.. if you would like to check it out, I have recently posted a lovely recipe for a natural counter spray ( which smells quite heavenly').. :)

Have a wonderful joyful Thanksgiving' holiday for all of those in the USA..have lots of fun spending time with the people that you love :)

Hugs , Helen xxxxxxx

Magical whale encounter..true story..

so beautiful to watch.. I hope you all enjoy it.   Love Helen xxx