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2018 Book Signing Events
03/28/2018

2018 Book Signing Events

APRIL 14, 2018 Happy Heart: Fill’er Up! book signing and greet at The Hill City Handmade, Lynchburg, VA. Time: 9am – 3pm

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Henry David Thoreau
03/09/2018

Henry David Thoreau

Hello!  I hope you all are doing well!?  I’ve been working on pieces for upcoming shows and NOW have a shop space at The White Brick House in Forest, Virginia.  My plan is to post available items for there HERE, on my Instagram feed or on my Pinterest page: The White Brick House. Pieces will […]

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It Is Well With My Soul
02/16/2018

It Is Well With My Soul

God is our refuge and strength,     an ever-present help in trouble.  Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way     and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea,  though its waters roar and foam     and the mountains quake with their surging.                        […]

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DIY Embroidery Hoop Valentine Decor #LOVE
02/08/2018

DIY Embroidery Hoop Valentine Decor #LOVE

“We love because God first loved us.” I John 4:19 Oh, the beauty of love that makes the heart smile.  We are always loved by God and because of His perfect love, we can learn to love others and be loved in return.  Because of the Lord’s love we a never alone.  Whether married or […]

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Claude Monet Art Workshop For Kids  #artforlittleeyes
01/30/2018

Claude Monet Art Workshop For Kids #artforlittleeyes

“To teach is to learn twice over.” – Joseph Joubert –At our recent art workshop for kids, we painted Claude Monet’s Water lilies.  I always begin by telling the children a few facts about the artist we are learning about and their painting style.

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Praise for Happy Heart: Fill’er Up!
01/12/2018

Praise for Happy Heart: Fill’er Up!

Like a drink of cool water to a weary, thirsty soul, so hearing good news revives the spirit.  Proverbs 25:25   I never grow tired of hearing how Happy Heart is impacting little ones from different parts of the world.  Parents have told me how their children sleep with the book after reading it to […]

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Christmas Open House
12/01/2017

Christmas Open House

🎄 It’s the most wonderful time of the year; a time to celebrate our Savior’s birthday!! Thank you all so much for your support throughout 2017!!  Please come join us at the Studio on December 9th for our Christmas Open House from 10am – 1 pm.☃️ I’ll have some handmade items on hand for Christmas shopping and the […]

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Happy Heart Market Days!
11/10/2017

Happy Heart Market Days!

Hello!  I love being a part of local Markets.  There is a lot of preparation in getting ready for them.  However, it is always so much fun seeing friends and meeting new faces in the community.  It’s an opportunity to hear their stories and to be blessed by them sharing what Happy Heart™ means to […]

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Reading Guides for Happy Heart: Fill’er Up!
09/18/2017

Reading Guides for Happy Heart: Fill’er Up!

Hello Everyone!  I love hearing the stories and feedback regarding how Happy Heart: Fill’er Up! has encouraged the children in your lives.  I even had one mother tell me her 21 year old son was impacted to make positive changes in his life after reading the book.  How awesome is that!!!  It is why I […]

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Psalm 23:3 Art Workshop Highlights!
08/07/2017

Psalm 23:3 Art Workshop Highlights!

Every human is an artist. The dream of your life is to make beautiful art.   – Don Miguel Ruiz Indeed, beautiful art is what all these ladies created at the “He Restores My Soul” painting workshop!!   I love how each added their own personal touch and style to this design.💛

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Ladies Paint Night! – “He Restores My Soul.”
07/27/2017

Ladies Paint Night! – “He Restores My Soul.”

HE RESTORES MY SOUL ♥Just speaking the words from Psalm 23:3 washes over my spirit like cool water on a hot day.  It’s the beauty of God’s Word to remind us that our Savior, Jesus Christ, is ever present to restore our joy and give us strength.  As we spend time in His presence, He lightens […]

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🎨 Agate – Kids July Workshop
07/10/2017

🎨 Agate – Kids July Workshop

“Art For Little Eyes”: Storybooks and Brushstrokes – July Workshop on Saturday, July 15th🎨 The shore beauty of an agate! I love the beauty found in nature.  We just arrived back from a wonderful trip to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.  The shore is lined with precious gems and agates.

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Hi!💛I’m Michelle.

Welcome to Happy Heart! The love of the Lord in filling my heart with His joy compelled me to create and design the biblically based children's book, "Happy Heart: Fill'er Up!" + Art to help little hearts (& BIG ones too) delight in God's Word and grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ. I am inspired everyday from what I learn in sharing life with those around me and in running a creative business. I hope while you are here, you find encouragement to bring joy to your heart! ♥ To learn more about Happy Heart: Fill'er Up! and how to share a copy with the children in your life, please click on Happy Heart Books.

Mom’s Choice Award Winner!

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Happy Heart is a good little book for children to understand that the life of Jesus in us is the only thing that can truly make us satisfied and joyful!
Valerie Elliot Sheparddaughter of missionary parents, Elisabeth and Jim Elliot, and author of Pilipinto’s Happiness: The Jungle Childhood of Valerie Elliot
Michelle Marttila has such a heart for Jesus—and a heart for leading children to Him!
Christin Ditchfieldauthor of A Family Guide to the Bible and host of Take it to Heart!
Michelle’s art abounds around the halls of our church, which brings us so much joy. As you read HAPPY HEART you will sense her passion. Read, enjoy and share this with the special children God brings into your life.
Jani DeSaegherPreschool/Kindergarten Director Thomas Road Baptist Church, Lynchburg, Virginia
Happy Heart is a must read for every child. This little book contains the key to a happy life that is often missed by adults but can be grasped by a child.
Jackie Kendallbestselling author of Lady in Waiting and president of Power to Grow, Inc.

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