Happy Birthday Garland!

I love the look of these "prize winning" medallions!  Looks like something you would win for a Fair entry!  I was inspired by my Stamps of Life round stamps and some new ink pads I ordered from the same company (birthday gift to myself!).

I stamped the image, cut a background circle in a larger size, inked the edges and presto... great start to a garland!  I added paper, cut to look like ribbon, and a few green rhinestones too.  Finally I made 2 tassels (w/ bling!) and strung everything on yellow/white bakers twine.  I so love this!

I think it would be fun to put on a co-workers office door or the front of their desk!  Even strung across a cubicle!  I'm going to make one for a friend of mine (who has everything)!  

Check it out in my Etsy store if you'd like to!

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2013!

A new year has arrived, are you ready!?  It's always hard to believe when one year ends and another begins.  It's also an exciting time for me!  I love the idea of a fresh start and the suspense of what the year might bring! 

I used to make New Year's resolutions but not anymore (I do think about getting back into an exercise routine... every new year...).  I tend to make goals throughout the year and look forward to achieving them at regular intervals.  This year I have big goals in mind (and on paper!) and my customers will reap the benefits.  Lots of crafty goals and projects are in the works!   I look forward to sharing them with you!

Spread your wings and enjoy the new year and all of it's possibilities! Come back often and post comments if you like!

Photo by Eugene Fischer

Curly Q Wire = Fun!

I have used this Curly Q wire for years and I continue to find new uses.  Most recently I used it on my Christmas cards and packages.  You can make it any shape you want.  Wrap it around a pencil, remove, and you've got a fun spiral shape!  Love it!  Can't wait to share it with others!  Check it out in my "destash" section of my Etsy store if you're interested:  https://www.etsy.com/listing/118224294/curly-q-decorative-wire-silver-or-gold-5

Mini Hangers! So cute!

Ok, I have a new addiction... MINI HANGERS!  They are small enough to fit in the palm of your hand!

I had an idea based off a Christmas ornament my sister made for me many years ago.  Each year I hang it on my tree and think "why don't I make something similar since I LOVE this ornament so much?".  So here I am, decades later, making hangers!  Go figure!

Since taking these pictures, I have advanced the hanger to include clips for hanging your favorite Christmas card, photo, a quote, anything!!!  I will keep you posted!

Etsy Listing

New Survey!

I am always grateful for my Etsy shop customers!  As I continue to grow, I am always looking for feedback.  Recently I created a survey to get input from my buyers.  The survey is short and will only take a couple of minutes.  Simple questions, simple answers. 

If you make a purchase, I will send you the link.  Your feedback is soooo valuable!  Thank you for taking the time to help me out!  I'll continue to apply your feedback and suggestions to make your shopping experience the best it can be! 

Christmas Cards, First Batch!

I was inspired by some Washi tape and decided to started making Christmas cards today.  It's amazing how one element can get the creative juices flowing.  The reindeer tape at the bottom and the colorful tape at the top are part of K & Company's Christmas line.  LOVE them!  I had a scrap of decorative cardstock that looked like a flag and I decide to run with it.  That scrap inspired the main focal point on these cards!  Love the bling and candycane twine too!  Ok... I'm finally getting into the Christmas-craft spirit!

 

A version of the small, vertical card is available in my Etsy store in a 12-pack (perfect to add to a package or plate of goodies!).  Also... I will be including samples of  my cards with each purchase until I run out!  Start shoppin' and it's yours!

 

Snowflake Garland, Baby Blue

 

 

It's time for snow to fly in my neck of the woods so I thought it was time to create something to represent the season!  Here it is!  This snowflake garland was fun to make and I especially love the tassels on each end!  Each snowflake is double-sided so it can hang in a window and look great from either side.  Each snowflake is blue or a patterned blue paper embellished with Crystal Glass, glitter, and bling.  The tassels are adorned with silver sequins (wish I had a good picture of them, darn it!), and I was thrilled to see how it made them glimmer and pop!  For sale in my Etsy store if you're interested - I'll include a gift card too (part of my fun Christmas card collection!  Hope you'll check it out in my store.)

Enjoy The Moments!

 



One of my latest cards featured in my Etsy shop!  I absolutely love the quote on this card, "Enjoy The Moments That Make You Smile"!  I can think of so many!  I love the ribbon (an addiction!) and how it wraps around the back of the card.  Blank inside for your words.

 

Mini Album, Winter 2012

Mini albums are so much fun to make!  This album is for sale in my Etsy shop but I plan on making one for myself too!  I'm going to fill it with inspirational quotes, as they have been instrumental for me in 2012.

This 5.5" x 3.5" mini album features graduated pages with a little bling on each.  The front features 3-D effects including a glittered snowflake, 3 "buttons", and '12 with lots of rhinestones!

The back of the album has a removable page that can be decorated on both sides (do you prefer polka dots or turquoise lines?). 

If you're interested in ordering one of these albums, please let me know.  I make them in various sizes, any color, and different themes too! 

 

New Photo Cards in My Etsy Shop

 

My dad is such a fabulous photographer!  I love seeing his photos and then turning them into cards!