shop reopening, painting, photo shoot ✦ nov/dec vlog

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hope you like the vid :-)

[@taralynnb]

Leigh: we got mugs! James: we got mugged! Leigh: there's a note! James: a letter! Idk. This interaction made me chuckle lol

[@ohlookitsadog9075]

I’m obsessed with the frog on the horse

[@lulireis]

ok but herc and toad are SHINNING in this vlog and im here for it

[@LeighEllexson]

get truly are the SHINING stars here. I am just facilitating them.

[@charityrsimmons]

When Toadie pops in from the backseat! 😂😆😹😅 I rewinded, to watch it again! 😂

[@LeighEllexson]

The BEST part

[@marijkem6086]

I CRIED during the Toadie clips. No PMS, nothing. Just Toadie. What a good boy.

[@LeighEllexson]

I feel the same way hahaha

[@bajaboolie]

“It’s not that I don’t like working, it’s that I don’t like work.” Yes.

[@LeighEllexson]

Finally someone acknowledges this line! I love it

[@theghostegg]

I always love your videos but the Toadie photoshoot really just filled my heart with so much joy ❤️ Thank you for a wonderful shop update as well - I always appreciate how much work goes into them!

[@trsauvola]

Toadie's little head tilts! Ugh. just the best. lol

[@SuzyYen82]

Hey Leigh I enjoyed watching this vlog a lot. N I received the postcards that I ordered and I love them so much. So beautiful!!! I framed them up on my gallery wall and they make me smile each time I look at them, so thank you for making such beautiful art. Makes me happy. You have a great day today n take care!! Xoxo from your patron in Singapore ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@johnthomas3677]

Oh my word - I can not get enough of this dog. I want one. I want to see more of Toadie 😋

[@debbiedrawsfunny]

This was highly entertaining, Toadie and James’ creepy crawling fingers def stole the show🖖👀

[@jtru0]

That cat sweater/cardigan is everything! You look so cozy😻

[@joannaclaydesign8916]

Such a lovely and calming vlog Leigh 🥰❤️ loved watching the behind the scenes of the update and Toadie has to be the cutest doggo to ever exist 🥲

[@LeighEllexson]

I agree

[@meliabrosnan6562]

duuude all the colors are just so frickin pretty- like wat da heck.

[@fr3agy]

I loved how you worked in your multimedia technique on your paining ❤️❤️ the acrylic, the pencil work and pastelcolors ❤️❤️❤️

[@HappyPathStudio]

Grace cameo! Then Herc starts shouting, love it.

[@danielleroxy]

“Let me check my notes, uh huh, uh huh, ok.” 😂

[@oh.journals]

this photoshoot is going to look amazing! Loved the vlog so much.

[@lemongacha]

5 star vlog!!!!! toadie clips were the funniest!!!!!!! an icon!!!

[@lochtessmonsterxoxo]

Toadie in the backseat got me wheezing

[@mainameetsmayonnaise]

The timelapse of the photoshoot was great!! Toadie is the cutest! :D Thank you for the video~

[@fr3agy]

Omggg pleaseee do a video where you talk about your art journey and how it changed over the years 😭😭❤️❤️

[@leafyswords]

10/10 good toadie content 😭👌 the Xmas shots looked adorable! I wanna do something like that once I get a decent camera

[@katarinakidd9450]

Existentialism is Toadie staring at his ball, unmoving, on the floor

[@micaela.herrera]

Always appreciative of all of the hydration reminders. Also the book Emyth -despite its cheesy moments is pretty helpful when learning how to be a boss/ run a business.

[@kimscooterjamieson]

Honestly you are an unbelievable soul. I so vibe with you so much. Love your charismatic personality and I’m dancing with you every time in your videos. Your podcast is amazing. So laid back and connect to all the subjects discussed. Thanks for all the fabtabulous content and art. You rock. Much 💕

[@MeganWangart]

TOADIE IS SO PERFECT

[@MeganWangart]

wait im watching the end THANks FOR SHOUTout im cryin

[@MeganWangart]

the way james reads things outloud idk why is so funny to me

[@LeighEllexson]

James is just funny idk what life hack he used to get that funny

[@nana1809]

OMG! I literally screamed when i saw Toadie´s photoshoot.... sooo cute!

[@andrenabee]

would love seeing a vlog from toadie or herc's perspectives!

[@jacquehash5967]

Omg toadie is the cutest lil ham 💕😩

[@HollyJonesMusic]

Oh my gosh! Toadie's photo shoot .Thee cutest!!

[@javabeanstudio]

Seeing your "art vs artist" posts from past years really had me wishing you had art prints available from them! The 2016 florals are such a vibe. I assume you don't use print-on-demand companies like INPRNT or Society6 because of sustainability maybe? I understand you can't keep stock of prints of literally everything you've ever made, but it would be so nice to be able to buy some of your past things.

[@jellyglitter3828]

SUCH A CUTIE

[@PoisonJackalArt]

i love your hoodie at 3:45 it looks like a paint pallette!!

[@cherriaiken]

Love this vid! Merry Christmas Leigh and Toadie!!

[@morganmoonstone]

Love the art you create and really enjoy watching your videos c: Also just noticed in this video you have a beautiful Victorian fireplace! So cool :D

[@pinkfeiry]

Your hair is even shorter!!!!! I love it, you look so pretty!

[@julievictoria4526]

Toadie is just a gem! *battery is dying dance*

[@fr3agy]

Omgggg your 2016 pictures!!! Sooooo different!!! 😭😭❤️

[@lindsey2178]

I love the art vs artist!!! so cool to see how your style has changed!

[@jwuluvsyou]

Whoa the progression in each art vs artist! I like that voiceover you was wearing the same top as 2020 you haha

[@charityrsimmons]

Yessssss to branding photos!! 🙌🏾 ❤️

[@allysonlobbezoo]

Love your vids so much, you always brighten my day💛🌈

[@meghanfredrickson7028]

Toadie content this vlog was A+. Got my Drink Water key chain in the mail this week! So good :)

[@rachelpeck5218]

Both of my lovebirds are saying "hello" to Herc every time he chirps. 😍

[@LeighEllexson]

Love that!

[@charityrsimmons]

Leigh’s videos are the best! ❤️

[@Lillyjoy]

Love your tank top in the intro & outro!

[@CreatingCuteArt]

Yayyyy L.E. Vlog Day!

[@NatashaElle]

I LOVE A LEIGH VLOGGGG!!! :'-) toadie..... i must squish..... the head tilits..... nooooOOOOOOOO

[@LeighEllexson]

🦐🦐🦐🦐🦐🦐

[@roseodonovan6979]

Toadie's GQ moments make my heart sing.

[@ThePaperbackFairy]

I always enjoy your energy Leigh! 💛

[@RondelleDesigns]

Amazing video! Toadie is the absolute cutest!

[@noovernightguests]

I love the little frog and horse. So cute! You can definitely see the color and style shifts. Also you were blonde!? Have a great day guys!

[@emmettowl]

Toadie such a gud boi. Best boi.

[@tinainwaifuland4364]

Rewatching your vlogs, Leigh! I gotta say your channel is one of my faves🥰🩷✨ Also, I miss your tiger stickers and prints will you be making some new colorful tigeys soon?😁🙏🏼

[@nematarot7728]

omg TOADIE BESTTT haha i am imagining him on holiday cards 😭 loved this vlog, the lighting was so good for so much of it- your blogs always make me feel good, all warm and fuzzy, and part of it is def the bright lighting ☀️ I’m also wondering if anyone has found this vlog from being originally a fan of the podcast (which is lit btw, actually beST podcast in this galaxy)

[@LeighEllexson]

WOW !! Found the podcast first?!? You must be the only one I live laugh love this

[@leebugaboo6354]

I am starting to repurpose mine. I make shopping bags with them. Things I can’t I always try to donate to a small local church. Especially if you live somewhere near a refugee resettlement center. We had one for Vietnamese in the Quad Cities where I used to live. I just found you and am loving your process.

[@chandlerjean]

toadie is so cute!!!

[@jessicaroweart]

GRACE FULL OF POTATOES!!!!

[@LeighEllexson]

so true

[@frocktopus9429]

As an angry bi with chronic fatigue syndrome, I appreciate both herc and toadies vibes so much x

[@okayilly]

Come for the art, stay for the Toadie.

[@fuzzydragons]

lol spooky fingers 😀

[@jeannettesalazar6442]

Your dog is cute. Happy holidays

[@pietradeister767]

i loved this vlog, so inspiring and cute

[@josiev]

yo, leigh! where’s your cute little pink trash can from? I’ve been looking for something similar forever. I absolutely adore you and your videos (and ofc the podcast, I’m one of your few spotify listeners lol). thanks! :)

[@LeighEllexson]

I got it at home goods or TJ max years ago but have seen similar ones there

[@ArtySubu]

Enjoyed this vlog, thanks, Leigh.

[@reeseosbornestudios]

So James doesn't work in the garage anymore? Toady was so cute with that pillow! Lol!!! Loved seeing Grace again!...can I ask what u made the screen cap in. Procreate??? Happy holidays Leigh! 🎄🎁🎀

[@LeighEllexson]

James is not longer working at the garage! Yes I made the screen cap in procreate!

[@samanthar3497]

Toadie is the best model 🤩

[@TheCozyKraken]

At 16:19 you can see James' legs in the reflection of the mirror and I thought he was wearing a leaf skirt... but it is just your plant conveniently placed. I need more coffee, help.

[@perforatedfold]

lol james paper cutting on the floor, i do the same😂

[@LeighEllexson]

It’s the best spot for paper cutting

[@perforatedfold]

@@LeighEllexson 100%😅

[@nadialeeabu]

oh my god toadie is making me insane. that little tongue.

[@pinkdakiniart8127]

Toadie is the best❤😊

[@thetoastyfox]

Omg where did you get the black + color tie die hoodie? Looks so good

[@LeighEllexson]

It’s from big bud press!

[@alisonskinner701]

I littterally thought u got mugged

[@halidramzan2803]

I missed Grace! 😭❤

[@LeighEllexson]

Me too 😢😢😢

[@Refugeiowacity]

So in terms of selling clothes on Instagram have you thought of taking nice photos and putting them up on your shop and using insta to market that? I've thought of this for myself because it just seems like an easier way

[@LeighEllexson]

Hmm I have thought about it. I can’t decide which would be easier

[@kissthisfist9]

James is stupid hot

[@LeighEllexson]

And sweaty

[@kissthisfist9]

@@LeighEllexson exactly!

[@tinymillymakes]

Idky i wanna know now, after watching this video a bunch of times but the pants you're wearing at 12:04, what brand are they?

[@Themeadowlarke]

where did you get those pants your wearing at 12 minutes?

[@YolaResa]

Every time you said "XoXo" I expected you to say "gossip girl" and you didn't :( lol

[@LeighEllexson]

Hahaha me too

[@RADISHsocks]

Hey! I'm from Australia and would love to get a drink water keychain. Will you get them in again for the next update when Aus/NZ start accepting mail again?

[@LeighEllexson]

Yes :-)!

[@heatherrachel8418]

What is a mail block please? I've been buying from the US for a long time haven't experienced this.

[@LeighEllexson]

The us does not have a mail block. You can Google it! :-)

[@heatherrachel8418]

@@LeighEllexson I'm so confused, sorry I saw there was a mail block to AU and NZ on your store and you talk about it on the video?

[@heatherrachel8418]

There is a mail block to AU and NZ right now. I cannot send any mail to you!! :-( cries I will hold all the returned mail I have until the mail block is lifted. From your website.

[@tinagomez1314]

Leigh where did you get that cat sweater, I need 😻 what is your personal insta are you still selling things?

[@LeighEllexson]

My room mate Allie thrifted it for me!!! :-( my personal instagram is @smelleigh

[@deborahmeyers7839]

Toadie lil tongue sticking out sweet eyes huggable neck Herc opera singer ie. The best knows it too. Grace welcome back soooooo lovely to see Grace! Your hair is awesome. I have super short hair due to cancer for the 4th time! But I love short hair it's cute! Never done Instagram nope James... Well James is just plain awesome you both are Toadie is a Prince in disguise as a dog I mean look how he poses for his portrait right? I'll drink more water promise 💜

[@SarahFrickArt]

thredup recycles what they don't resell

[@LeighEllexson]

Ooo I will look into that

[@SarahFrickArt]

@@LeighEllexson I've been sending all my get-rid-of clothes there, or goodwill. But feels better to send the truly unsellable to them for recycling. :D They send you a mailer bag to fill for free, --although they are suspending that feature since they are backed up at the moment. I just request the free mailer bag and fill it over time and drop it in the mail. So convenient!

[@alexschlegel327]

Dude, Australia gots it the worst with the covid paranoia no doubt .

[@ladydoodledenise5881]

You forgot to add the water slurp sound....sad face.

[@Bubblegumxperil]

I thought they said they got mugged, and I was like how are they so calm~!