Note Cards

The new Cocoa & Hearts stationery is so pretty! Makes a perfect gift for anyone who loves writing a handwritten notes! There are 6 note cards, blank on one side for the perfect note along with 6 pointed flap envelopes! Gold foil lettering on the front as well! The note card colors are reminiscent of Essie Nail polish & Lipstick don't you think? You can buy them via MADE BY GIRL.

New Stationery by Jen Ramos

Sooooo excited to go back to my roots. What am I talking about? Well, when I first started MADE BY GIRL - I launched my business making note cards & greeting cards. Then a short time later, I removed them from my shop and to concentrate art prints.  Today.... I'm excited to announce to the return of my very own stationery!  This has been a dream of mine for quite some time and today it has come true.  Now, this is only the beginning, but the inspiration for this stationery is drawn from my artwork at Cocoa & Hearts.  They are printed on a high-end 110lb double thick card stock -  top quality!

My dream of course doesn't stop here, I'd love to eventually get my cards into stores all over the world. Of course, Paper Source is the ultimate spot. Why? Because it's in NYC & I pass the store every weekend & just love it!  Then of course, Kate's Paperie.

Are you a buyer or a retail store owner? 

If you think you'd be interested in carrying the cards, email us.  In the meanwhile, they are officially available for purchase in my shop: MADE BY GIRL.  So grateful to God for this...more designs to come!

-image by jen ramos

West Elm DIY Event

Last week was the West Elm event I hosted & so many wonderful ladies showed up! It was such a blast to show the girls "how-to-create" the DIY painted mugs! It's simple, yet fun.

Firs,t we kicked off the event with some delicious mini-cakes by Sherry's Shortcakes - these are delicious Vegan mini-bites made up of organic ingredients. Then we served up some hot Chocolate - which was perfect for the chilly weather that evening! I then explained to the girls how to create their own painted mug & everyone loved it! So much talent - & perhaps even future artists?? I MINGLED with the girls & then we gave away 2 (framed) Cocoa & Hearts paintings, 20% off MADE BY GIRL + this gorgeous agate jewelry box!  I'm so grateful to have been able to collaborate with Wes Elm here in New York City - & super grateful to all the girls who came out to be part of this workshop!

The images were shot by photographer, Christine Han - all the way from Brooklyn. This girl was everywhere & shot all these amazing moments for us! She also has a cool food blog called 'Pantry Confidential' - which I think you food lovers will enjoy!

All in all, it was a packed house - (good news!) so hopefully I'll get to host something there again soon! If you see a pic you want to instagram - feel free to TAG it: #madebygirl & #westelm.

Where's Waldo?

Champagne time - thanks to my friends!

Images above by Christine Han

This last image is a quick shot my husband took of me & my friends who came out to share this moment with me! Love you all!

Don't forget to keep an eye out for NEW paintings being added to the Cocoa & Hearts gallery this month!!!

Did you attend the event? How did you like it?

How to: DIY Painted Mug

If you were curious what I spoke about at the DIY event at West Elm last week, here it is!

I explained how to create DIY Cocoa & Hearts style mugs. Some of the girls made their own designs, but many of them took a stab at the color series I usually do in the C & H gallery.  You can see the "how-to" tutorial here. We had a blast! In fact, you'll get to see PHOTOS of the event on my blog - stay tuned!

via Front & Main blog

See You at West Elm

Are you ready for tomorrow's West Elm event here in NYC?  I'll be hosting it! 

It's going to be a simple, yet fun DIY - plus there will be lots of sweet treats & hot chocolate on hand for you to enjoy! Great way to start off the Holiday season no??

The event will start at 6:30 at the West Elm Broadway store but will also be hosted at other stores like Scarsdale, Dumbo, Chelsea, Fenway & more.  Keep in mind - I will NOT be hosting those other events.  However, at the event tomorrow we're going to be giving away (2) framed Cocoa & Hearts paintings to (2) lucky winners!! So, don't miss out!

Speaking of 2....here is how I styled a hot chocolate & dessert table for 2.  I used all West Elm dinnerware on top of my beautiful marble oval coffee table.  One of my favorite pieces for the table styling, was the gold napkin ring set that West Elm has right now, you can see them below! Many of you were asking about the mugs I painted - they were inspired by my popular color series artwork via my Cocoa & Hearts gallery.
 

 I'm so grateful to be collaborating with West Elm - thank you so much W/E!

Maybe we'll see you at the event tomorrow??

-images & styling by jen ramos

My Art on Rue La La

Hey - great news!!  My Cocoa & Hearts paintings, (10 to be exact) will be on SALE at Rue La La today at 3pm EST in the "Hello, Dream House" event!!  JUST click on the 'COMING SOON' link at the top of their home page - there you will see: "Hello, Dream House" it will go live at 3pm EST!

You will also be able to buy some MADE BY GIRL. Grateful for this opportunity to be seen by the ton of followers over at Rue La La.  If you're not signed up for my newsletter, this is a sample of what we sent today - keep in mind, all paintings are available framed in gold for a discounted price during the sale.  Hope you get one!

GET A FREE BRACELET !!

How??? 

If you already purchased a Cocoa & Hearts painting, we'd love to see it!!!!

• Snap a photo
• Upload it to your Instagram or your Twitter 
• Tag @cocoaandhearts.
• Only one submission per person, please.

 
We'll choose (5) of the BEST PHOTOS as WINNERS, and the winners will receive a FREE bracelet from MadeByGirl!!  Your photos will be featured on either my my Instagram or the next newsletter & seen by 1000's!!!!

WINNERS WILL GET:  either a DREAM, LOVE or FAITH bracelet.

Artist Against Hate Event

I was so honored to be part of the Anti-Defamation League's PREMIER ART EXHIBITION event this year! I painted the piece especially for this event - themed 'A World Without Hate' - the painting was auctioned off to a lucky bidder (don't know who won yet).  

The piece got a lot of great compliments - so I was truly grateful! My ART along with the others will be available to view for the next 3 days June 6th-9th at the Benrimon Gallery here in NYC! Exciting! 

All the artists involved :

Can you spot my husband below?

What I wrote about my painting & the theme in the guidebook:

for more of my art go to Cocoa & Hearts

 
-most images by jen ramos 



 

Cocoa & Hearts & ADL

Hey everyone - how's your Saturday going? It's sooo HOT here in the city, but I've managed to stay indoors working - thankfully!

Anyhow - some news for those who are interested in my Cocoa & Hearts paintings. This piece below is going to be auctioned off for charity at an ADL event (Anti-Defamation League).  

Here's more info:

Award-winning and emerging New York artists volunteered their time and creative talents to produce works of art inspired by ADL’s centennial year theme of “Imagine a World Without Hate.” The powerful artworks will be displayed and auctioned at a fundraiser bringing together New York’s artistic community and those committed to ADL’s struggle against bigotry and hate.

The event will showcase 30 artists (including me) who created unique artworks including paintings, photos and mixed media that express their vision of a world without hate for the exhibit. 

My painting is called "A Candy World" 51"x 48"- and it is currently on Paddle 8 for a pre-auction. It comes with a beautiful gold wood frame.  If you're interested in BIDDING on my painting below - you can go directly to this link.

You can also attend the live auction event on June 5th here in NYC - for tickets go here. Also, the painting will be on exhibition at Benrimon Contemporary gallery for all to view from June 6-8th - FREE to the public! 

-images by jen ramos

Cocoa & Hearts News

Stay tuned for the new Cocoa & Hearts paintings coming soon! Are you on the email list to be notified? If not - sign up here.

-image by jen ramos

Cocoa & Hearts

Thanks to Cassidy for sharing this gorgeous pic of her workspace - that happens to include one of my Cocoa & Hearts paintings! Love it!  I will be adding more new pieces this month stay tuned!!

Do you have a photo you'd like to share with your Cocoa & Hearts painting?? I'd love to see it!  Email me.

Cocoa & Hearts News

I normally don't announce it here - but NEW Cocoa & Hearts paintings will be added to the gallery sometime today!! Stay tuned!!! 

It will be announced on my twitter when they are live!! Exciting!

(sun & rain)

UPDATE:

Thank you so much for your overwhelming support of my work! I'm more than flattered, in fact I am so grateful. I will also continue to thank God for the gift to create art.

  Below is a sample of some of the pieces (10 paintings) that were posted, all were sold!

-image by jen ramos