Author Archives: Cynthia Griffith

About Cynthia Griffith

I have way too many interests and hobbies, and continually cycle through them -- paying attention to some, while others wait for when I can get around to them again. My main interests are sewing and costuming (I enjoy historical clothing, such as 18th and 19th century, as well as fantasy costumes like elves and hopefully someday even dwarves), as well as getting back to art by drawing fan art of Thorin Oakenshield and Company. My husband Christopher and I spend a lot of time together, enjoying the outdoors and shared hobbies such as juggling. This blog and website is my way to share what I'm up to with friends and family.

Finally, the Rune Ring review

Posted on February 26, 2015 by Cynthia Griffith

Sorry it’s taken me so long to get around to posting photos. I received this ring for Christmas, but since it was a surprise, it ended up being too small and we had to return it for another size. Once … Continue reading →

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Rough sketch for another section of drawing

Posted on February 9, 2015 by Cynthia Griffith

I mentioned I was currently working on another drawing of Thorin (dA entry here, blog entry here) and there is a small section in the lower right hand corner I would like to have add another drawing (full-figured) of him … Continue reading →

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Not finishing art, but still drawing

Posted on February 8, 2015 by Cynthia Griffith

I admit, I was going to try my best to finish the Very Big In-Progress pile of art before allowing myself to add to it even more. But sometimes even the best intentions fail miserably, right? I’ve been in a … Continue reading →

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Finished First Drawing of 2015

Posted on January 19, 2015 by Cynthia Griffith

Unfortunately, this was started in 2014. Well, better late than never. 😉 View finished drawing here. From the deviantART page: I started this in August 2014 and let it sit for way too long. Way too many distractions, occasional confidence … Continue reading →

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My not-a-review of Noble Collection Deathless Replica Sword

Posted on January 2, 2015 by Cynthia Griffith

Keeping up with the past couple items I’ve covered, I just added my thoughts with lots of photos of the Noble Collection’s Deathless Replica Sword of Thorin Oakenshield. You can see the item here: Noble Collection Deathless Replica Sword I’m … Continue reading →

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2014 Year In Review

Posted on December 31, 2014 by Cynthia Griffith

As usual, I dragged my feet to almost the last moment with writing this entry, but I am always glad now to write them. Because no matter how little I feel like I’ve done, I always surprise myself and remember … Continue reading →

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Helpful 2014 Christmas Gifts

Posted on December 26, 2014 by Cynthia Griffith

Sometimes I don’t like posts like these, because I feel like I’m bragging, however… with the limited budget I am on (I will skip buying “important” things like new normal clothes or shoes so I can buy fabric or reference … Continue reading →

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AU King Thorin Pencil Study and More Sketches

Posted on November 13, 2014 by Cynthia Griffith

I’ve been doing a little better with at least sketching, breaks here and there of course… especially on weekends, so I thought I would post my most recent finished piece. I also realized there were some sketches I did not … Continue reading →

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Quick Pencil Study of Thorin Oakenshield and Organizing

Posted on October 29, 2014 by Cynthia Griffith

I’ve been a little quiet for a while — sorry about that! I’ve had various things on my mind, distractions, and bouts of “just not in the mood.” Heheh! It happens to the best of us. I decided to push … Continue reading →

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Thorin Oakenshield and Roäc the Raven Fan Art

Posted on July 9, 2014 by Cynthia Griffith

I’m just getting slower and slower these days, but I admit I also am trying to push myself to try new things (or more complicated things). I started this drawing a little while back, and ended up frustrated with it … Continue reading →

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