I had a feeling that things were going to get incredibly busy around the holidays here at The Tiny Hobo studio. Between making presents, baking Christmas cookies, and watching Home Alone, where would I find the time to do anything else?!
So I decided to employ the help of a good friend of mine.
Besides–it gets kind of lonely working by yourself, you know? I always enjoy some company when making art, and the holidays are meant to be shared with loved ones!
I knew the perfect person for the job.
So, without further ado, I’d like you all to meet Johan.
He’s a little shy, but give him a chance.
(Please do not make the mistake of calling him an elf…he finds it quite offensive. He has nothing against elves–but he is NOT an elf, but instead an enchanted toy soldier. There’s a difference, you know.)
I met Johan a year ago at a flea market on a cold November day. He was hiding in a box on a lonely table. A grumpy man told me I could have him for a dollar. Little did that grumpy man know that he missed out on a great friend and an awesome worker! (That’s what you get for being grumpy.)
Since I’ve been so busy working on commissions, creating new pieces to put in my Etsy shop, all while juggling my own personal life, I knew I couldn’t handle the frenzy of preparing for Black Friday by myself.
So now Johan helps me complete some of the most integral tasks to completing my artwork, such as:
Organizing my art materials and helping me pick color schemes,
Making sure my workspace is properly decorated with holiday cheer,
And lovingly hand-packaging orders to be shipped! (He’s still getting the hang of this task, as you can see.)
I’ve gotta say, Johan has helped me a lot. So much, in fact, that I’ve been able to get a lot more work done than I have ever expected. And since I was able to get so much work done, I’m throwing a store-wide Etsy sale in order to celebrate!
That’s right, from today until next Friday, I’m offering %25 off everything in my Etsy store (just use the coupon ARTLOVE at checkout)!
Johan and I just stocked the store with new prints, greeting cards, and other goodies that will make perfectly unique gifts for loved ones. I’m sure you’ll find something you or somebody you know will love, so please have a look!
Here are mine and Johan’s top picks, available on greeting cards, as art prints, and more (click the images to visit their Etsy listings):
…And there’s a bunch more in the Etsy shop! ♥
We’re hoping that this sale makes your Black Friday a little less stressful. Because really, you’re supposed to be enjoying the holidays with your loved ones, not ripping off people’s ears to get a flat screen TV. Please remember that when you’re buying your gifts this year!
Now, if you’ll excuse me, Johan and I have some more decorating to do! (He’s such a good worker, he’s getting a big Christmas bonus in his paycheck for sure!)
Wishing you all a safe and successful Black Friday, and a happy holiday season! ♥
Love,
The Tiny Hobo + Johan
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