The Artful Cricket

09/17/2020

She's alive!
"Make your friends "go green" with envy when you flaunt this beet-utiful veggie queen on your gear or in your home! Keep your eyes peeled for her sisters, coming soon!"

Visit my Threadless #threadlessartistshops at https://theartfulcricket.threadless.com 😁😁
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#veggies #veganfun #veggiesfordays #foodiefun #foodiefashion #pinupqueen #pinupclothes #theartfulcricket #ohioartist #akronartist

09/12/2020

We still have 10-minute appointments available between 12:45 and 2 TODAY! Call the store at 330-258-9003 or just WALK IN! ❤

09/08/2020

Henna is back, by appointment - 10 minutes for $10! Please call The Market Path at 330-258-9003 to schedule - event is 11A to 2P. 5 minutes between appointments to allow for sanitization of my work area. #wearyourmask
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#hennafriends #hennahabit #hennalovers #akronhenna #akronhennaartist #akronartist #artisnotdead #fairtradeshop #fairtradeohio #naturalhenna #handmixedhenna

08/22/2020

@tikiunderground #tikiflea

I. Love. #customhenna.
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#akronhenna #akronartist #tikiohio #tikilife #hennapro #hennahub #hennahabit

08/20/2020

Join me at Tiki Underground this Saturday the 22nd from 12 to 6 for TU TIKI FLEA 7 featuring Kymm Bang + TOPES Art ! Masks and sanitized hands required before you enter the henna tent, and chair and table will be sanitized between each customer. 💖
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#hennaadventures #hennaohio #ohiohenna #akronhenna #akronhennaartist #akronartist #ohioartist #tikilife #safehenna #handmixedhenna

08/12/2020

Back at The Market Path this Saturday! Masks required ❤
#hennahabit #fairtradeshop #theartfulcricket #fairtradeohio #akronhenna #akronhennaartist #akronartist

08/09/2020

I may have done another thing. 😅 #cantstopmenow
Design by special request for a dear friend, just the kind of blunt advice we all need to meditate on occasionally (especially these days!). Don't like the color of the home decor or accessory item you want? Check back next week - the colors will change weekly!
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#threadless #akronartist #theartfulcricket #inspirationalartist #meditateonthis #goosefraba @ Akron, Ohio

08/07/2020

Let the strength and wisdom of one of the most glorious mammals on the planet mingled with the beauty of henna-style linework bring you peace and joy in uncertain times. Transparent portions of the design allow you to decorate Elle in your favorite color on your chosen apparel!

https://theartfulcricket.threadless.com/designs/elle-1-color

08/03/2020

I've added a new design to my Threadless shop! This powerful beauty is based off a henna thigh piece i created for a young woman 7 or 8 years ago!! Many items available, and a new version in partial and full color will be coming soon, so keep your eyes peeled 😁

https://theartfulcricket.threadless.com/designs/elly-1

07/16/2020

10 minutes for $10! Just a few appointments left - please call The Market Path at 330-258-9003 to schedule - event is 11A to 3P. 5 minutes between appointments to allow for sanitization of my work area. #wearyourmask
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#hennafriends #hennahabit #hennalovers #akronhenna #akronhennaartist #akronartist #artisnotdead

05/12/2020

With the generosity of previously unmet henna fans and old friends newly reconnected with, my attic studio space is ready for work! 💖💖💖 Right now I'm rolling cones for the next round of #tachennabasics kits 😁 They're still available for local pickup/delivery within 15 miles of Highland Square Akron, OH - get yours here! https://bit.ly/3fKcnfC

05/05/2020

💖Dont forget, you can get your very own #TAChennabasics kit here: https://the-artful-cricket.square.site/product/hennabasicskit/44?cs=true 💖

Finally got the time, energy, and inspiration to do some #quarentinehenna on myself! This is not quite #fessihenna, but it pulls strongly from that style. Stain is 24 hrs old - this is the kind of results you can get with quality #handmadehenna and good #hennaaftercare!
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#fessiinspired #moroccaninspired #hennapro #hennahabit #akronhenna #akronhennaartist #ohiohenna #naturalhenna #theartfulcricket

05/04/2020

Hey #hennafriends, I just had to say how grateful I am for the enthusiasm about my #TAChennabasics kit! This is my first-ever #hennavideo, so please forgive any awkward camera angles 😅 I'm #learningasigo ! Please enjoy my first #hennameditation video and stay tuned for more news coming up about making lots available for "out of town" henna fans!

Purchase your own henna basics kit here (currentlymust be w/in 15 miles of Highland Square, Akron, OH): https://the-artful-cricket.square.site/product/hennabasicskit/44?cs=true

💖Music:💖
"Nightstep" by Delhi 2 Dublin
"Subah" by Falguni
"Return of the Nightingale" by Bahramji & Maneesh De Moor

05/04/2020

I am SO THRILLED with the first pics I've gotten of work done with some of the recipients of #TAChennabasics kits!! Thank you so much Lisa, Chelsie, and Kari for sharing!

If YOU'D like to share your work, I would absolutely 💖LOVE💖 to see it! Tag your post with #tachennabasics to show your fun, progress, and if you have questions! Love you, #hennafriends!
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#hennahabit #funwithhenna #learnhenna #hennabasics #akronhenna #ohiohenna #akronartist #ohioartists

05/01/2020

ERMRGHRD!! Big news on the horizon for those interested in #TACHennaBasics kits but outside the local delivery zone! Stay tuned!!

04/29/2020

Aaaaaand we're a GO! https://the-artful-cricket.square.site/henna-kits-and-kaboodle

Now's your chance to try henna for yourself :) Get your hands on TAC's Basic Henna Kit for just $20! Available for pickup, local delivery (within 5 miles of Highland Square Akron, OH), special delivery (+$5 for delivery between 5 and 15 miles of Highland Square).

04/26/2020

All I need is a chair (and an AC unit for the stupid-hot summer months) and my attic henna office will be complete!!! Almost ready to start making those videos - stay tuned!

04/22/2020

Thinking forward to when I make the "Basic Elements" video, and also thinking of those who, like myself, might be looking for creative ways to fill the time, who'd be interested in a "Henna Basics Kit"? Would include 1 cone of my hand-mixed, high-quality henna, a detailed aftercare card, a reusable practice board, and basic elements worksheets? I'm thinking cost would be $20, free porch drop-offs within 5 miles of Highland Square, small delivery fee for up to 15 mile delivery zone.

(FYI: The fundamental elements sheets shown here are just examples - they were created by my favorite henna crew, Henna Caravan. If there's enough interest in these kits, I'll be creating my own Basic Henna Elements sheet to include in the kit 🙂🙂)

04/21/2020

Yo-Yo Ma

Angélique Kidjo features heavily on the Pandora station I created to listen to while I'm slinging henna. Yo-Yo Ma has been one of my favorite musicians since I first heard "Hush" with him and Bobby McFerrin.

May music soothe our souls, and prepare us with the strength to move forward and upward.

I’m grateful not only for music’s comfort, but for its connections. I heard my friend Angélique Kidjo sing “Blewu” — a dirge for the dead and an anthem of thanks — almost two years ago, and it’s never left me. This is for those we have lost and for those who risk their lives so we don’t lose more.

“Blewu,” based on a traditional Ewe song, composed by Bella Bellow #songsofcomfort

04/17/2020

So in the spirit of "I need to do more henna or I may shrivel up like a prune", I'm considering doing some videos for my henna-friends. I have gotten some requests for lessons, and many, MANY comments at henna events to the effect that watching henna application is very soothing and fascinating. SO - What would YOU like to see from The Artful Cricket? Comment below with your top 2 choices:
A) Design videos - real-time
B) Design videos - sped up
C) Lesson - Ancient Art in a Modern World: An Intro to Henna
D) Lesson - How to roll a henna cone
E) Lesson - Basic design elements
F) Have another idea? I'd love to hear it! :)

04/08/2020

This is the first and second henna I've done on myself in about 6 months. #Winterblues were really rough, COVID has been terrifying, and trying to find my creativity amongst it all has been nearly impossible. I still dont really consider this being creative (hand design is by @maplemehndi, foot design by @jadornacopaea ), but at least I'm wearing henna again ...
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#lockdown #loneliness #hennahabit #akronhenna #akronhennaartist #ohiohenna @ Akron, Ohio

03/06/2020

#5dollarhennaday is back! Join me tomorrow (Saturday) at The Market Path in Copley from Noon to 3 for 5-minute henna and 15% off the whole of your favorite #fairtradeshop !
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#hennahabit #fairtradeohio #fairtradegifts #hennapro #akronhenna #ohiohenna #akronartists

12/14/2019

TODAY (Saturday) at @themarketpath ! (Great opportunity for holiday shopping too!)
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#5dollarhennaday #fairtradeohio #themarketpath #naturalhenna #akron #shoplocalakron #akronhenna #akronartist

12/11/2019

Our last #5dollarhennaday of 2019 is this Saturday from Noon to 3pm! Join The Artful Cricket at The Market Path for some #fairtradegifts and #handmadehenna!
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#fairtradeohio #theartfulcricket #themarketpath #akronhenna #akronhennaartist #ohiohenna #ohioartist #akronartist #copleyohio

12/06/2019

Needed to wear some henna, but my inspiration engine always breaks down when I work on myself. So, I decided to attempt to recreate the beautiful piece @hand.of.fatima adorned me with at #hennacon2019 . Some adjustments had to be made because it was my other hand, and of course the angle I was working at was so different, but I think I did okay, except for one BIG goof. Can you recognize where I went wrong with the rules of #moroccanhenna ?
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#akronhenna #akronartist #hennapro #hennahub #akron #ohiohenna

12/02/2019

Register now through 11:59pm on #cybermonday2019 and get $10 off using code 10HENNA101! Click here for more I fo and to register: bit.ly/TACHenna101
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The class will take place at Kave Coffee Bar in #barbertonohio on Jan. 4, from 1pm to 3:30pm. Select the $10 Henna add-on to get a special henna after class!
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Want to give this class as a gift? I'll send you a lovely gift certificate PDF to print and give to your special someone!

11/22/2019

TODAY (Friday) 2pm to 6pm! Come feed your #hennahabit at @kavecoffeebar in #barbertonohio . #naturalhenna from $10 to $30!
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#hotandhennaed #barberton #theartfulcricket #akronhenna #ohiohenna #akronartist #ohioartist

11/21/2019

Henna night at Ursuline College! 💖

11/20/2019

Baltimore Museum of Art will only acquire works from women next year: ‘You have to do something radical’

THIS. As in all parts of society, women, especially women of color, have gone unrecognized for their contributions to the world of Art for far too long.

The Baltimore Museum of Art will celebrate 2020 by adopting a daring new policy designed to reverse the art world’s historic marginalization of female artists.

11/08/2019

The Artful Cricket is excited to announce that I am partnering with Terra Amma Grove in beautiful Merriman Valley for henna appointments! House-calls are still available as well - click the "Book Now" button on my page to schedule your appointment! 😊

11/02/2019

TODAY (Saturday Nov. 2) from 1 to 4 at The Market Path
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#5dollarhennaday #fairtradeohio #akronartist #akronhenna #hennahabit #sunnysaturday

10/27/2019

I actually got some pics this year at Akron Civic Theatre's Masque of the Red Death party!! It's all little designs there, but there were so many happy folks walking away from my table it warmed my heart 😊😊
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#littlehenna #akroncivictheater #masquedball #partyhenna #akronhenna #akronartist #hennahalloween #hennapro #ohiohenna

10/20/2019

What. A. Day.
So heart-full and tuckered out ...
More about today tomorrow. 💖
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#hennacon2019 #hennacon #hennaadventures #feedyoursoul #feedyourpassion #hennapro #akronhenna #theartfulcricket

10/19/2019

Finally I got to learn in person from @hand.of.fatima ! First class with her was Teggest Inspiration: Designs Inspired by North African Tattoo Art. WOW. Such beautiful art, such profound, beautiful, and painful history. My heart was so full after this class ...
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#knowyourhistory #respectthepast #celebrateculture #celebrateart #hennaheroes #hennapro #hennaartist @ Palm Garden Hotel & Spa

10/18/2019

Wanna follow along with my #hennacon2019 adventures? I'm posting lots to my story and @henna_con Highlights reel on Instagram!
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#hennaadventures #hennacon #hennapro #growyourself