Today is just a quick note to say that I love all my followers and thanks for taking notice! I'm afraid that due to my first craft fair happening at the end of the month there will be no Wonderfully Made for the next 2 weeks :( I wish I could juggle all of the tasks, but I'm getting a little strung out and I have to cut back somewhere.
Don't be too sad though because I'll be back in 2 weeks with Wonderfully Made and a full article about the fair with photos and everything. Also, if any followers are lucky enough to live in the L.A. area, you are extremely welcome to drop by my booth for a visit August 28th or 29th at the Fiesta La Ballona at Veteran's Memorial Park in Culver City, CA.
Take care, readers... hasta la vista!
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Wonderfully Made Wednesdays
Happy Wednesday! I'm not sure that I have anything interesting in the personal realm to report this week. It's weird to think that anyone would find my life interesting, but then again, I have perused others' blogs just to read about their favorite lipstick or how they baked with their kids. So, I'll leave you with some a random mundane fact and you can read or not read and maybe get a laugh if you recognize something you've experienced.
I told my husband this week that before the end of the year I want as much sushi and booze as I can get. If you recognize this sentiment you may know that we are planning a family and we are going to 'start trying' next year (lol, start trying, I find that euphemism amusing). So yes, I want some drinks and Philadelphia rolls while I can have them without worrying about alcohol or mercury getting into my gummi bear. So, that's my fun fact and I hope you liked it as much as you like my featured sellers. Now to things of Etsy and the great things I have found in my travels around the site meeting other awesome sellers and shamelessly self-promoting ;) I say again, at least I'm honest!
My Stuff 2
This is a great shop of beautiful high-quality photos turned into awesome items like this photo card as well as bookmarks and prints. The owner of this shop puts adorable sayings and quotes on her bookmarks, but she will also personalize them with any message you like for a gift or something like useful dates or conversions. I love her bookmarks, but I had to feature this rose card because it's so soft and romantic.
Sit Down Set Down
This shop has some really great vintage items, but I absolutely had to pick this fan. It's one of those great collapsible pocket models that folds up into the decorative handle with beautiful designs on the fan. The colors are still bright and I'd be willing to bet that it was made much more carefully than anything more modern. Can you not just see some southern ladies sitting on a porch gossiping over a pitcher of drinks and fanning themselves in a sassy manner? I love it!
What It Seams
This is an adorable crayon roll-up that is totally putting the fun in functional. When I was little I remember going through crayon boxes like crazy as they would get ripped and then we would put the crayons in a tupperware that would get ruined with wax and the crayons would get broken. Strange fact about me; I was a weird child that hated using the broken ones. This would have been such a perfect solution for lovely looking storage and protection as well as portability.
Kirameku
I love this ring, and my tastes generally run more toward the dainty in rings, but the color in this is so beyond lovely. The designer calls the ring pink champagne and I think that perfectly describes the happy, bubbly look and color of this piece. I love the way the light hits this ring because of the lovely Czech glass beads that make up the flowery design. It's also adjustable, so no worries about not being able to get it in your size.
Blushing Dove Boutique
I love this bracelet, but I think it would be dangerous to wear, every time I looked at my wrist I would be craving cupcakes! This is another piece that is just so happy; the cuteness of it takes you back to childhood and princess fantasies, but the lovely sheen of pearls and the sparkle of crackle beads make it chic enough for a lady. You could get your fun on in this lovely piece... kind of like having your cake and eating it, too.
AmyCanSew
I can't even begin to tell you how much I am looking forward to spoiling my children and taking billions of photos of them in outfits they will roll their eyes at in their teen years. (It's like the American dream, right?) However, I don't know if even a snarky teen could eye-roll at this adorable birthday outfit, which can be personalized with a selection of years and is made to order just for your little munchie. This seller has hats and shirts in different fabrics suitable for both boys and girls, so go on get to spoiling those kiddos!
As always, I welcome your feedback and would be happy to entertain requests for future feature posts. I'm going to go giggle about how hard it just was to type future feature, he he, and you all have a blessed night (morning for all you east coasters) and take care!
I told my husband this week that before the end of the year I want as much sushi and booze as I can get. If you recognize this sentiment you may know that we are planning a family and we are going to 'start trying' next year (lol, start trying, I find that euphemism amusing). So yes, I want some drinks and Philadelphia rolls while I can have them without worrying about alcohol or mercury getting into my gummi bear. So, that's my fun fact and I hope you liked it as much as you like my featured sellers. Now to things of Etsy and the great things I have found in my travels around the site meeting other awesome sellers and shamelessly self-promoting ;) I say again, at least I'm honest!
My Stuff 2
This is a great shop of beautiful high-quality photos turned into awesome items like this photo card as well as bookmarks and prints. The owner of this shop puts adorable sayings and quotes on her bookmarks, but she will also personalize them with any message you like for a gift or something like useful dates or conversions. I love her bookmarks, but I had to feature this rose card because it's so soft and romantic.
Sit Down Set Down
This shop has some really great vintage items, but I absolutely had to pick this fan. It's one of those great collapsible pocket models that folds up into the decorative handle with beautiful designs on the fan. The colors are still bright and I'd be willing to bet that it was made much more carefully than anything more modern. Can you not just see some southern ladies sitting on a porch gossiping over a pitcher of drinks and fanning themselves in a sassy manner? I love it!
What It Seams
This is an adorable crayon roll-up that is totally putting the fun in functional. When I was little I remember going through crayon boxes like crazy as they would get ripped and then we would put the crayons in a tupperware that would get ruined with wax and the crayons would get broken. Strange fact about me; I was a weird child that hated using the broken ones. This would have been such a perfect solution for lovely looking storage and protection as well as portability.
Kirameku
I love this ring, and my tastes generally run more toward the dainty in rings, but the color in this is so beyond lovely. The designer calls the ring pink champagne and I think that perfectly describes the happy, bubbly look and color of this piece. I love the way the light hits this ring because of the lovely Czech glass beads that make up the flowery design. It's also adjustable, so no worries about not being able to get it in your size.
Blushing Dove Boutique
I love this bracelet, but I think it would be dangerous to wear, every time I looked at my wrist I would be craving cupcakes! This is another piece that is just so happy; the cuteness of it takes you back to childhood and princess fantasies, but the lovely sheen of pearls and the sparkle of crackle beads make it chic enough for a lady. You could get your fun on in this lovely piece... kind of like having your cake and eating it, too.
AmyCanSew
I can't even begin to tell you how much I am looking forward to spoiling my children and taking billions of photos of them in outfits they will roll their eyes at in their teen years. (It's like the American dream, right?) However, I don't know if even a snarky teen could eye-roll at this adorable birthday outfit, which can be personalized with a selection of years and is made to order just for your little munchie. This seller has hats and shirts in different fabrics suitable for both boys and girls, so go on get to spoiling those kiddos!
As always, I welcome your feedback and would be happy to entertain requests for future feature posts. I'm going to go giggle about how hard it just was to type future feature, he he, and you all have a blessed night (morning for all you east coasters) and take care!
Monday, August 2, 2010
Things I Adore and Recommend!
Hi all, just wanted to leave a quick post with some photo evidence of things that I have sincerely adored in my life recently and some things that I have to recommend because I just found out how great they are!
So, here you are... I currently adore and recommend:
- the vanilla boxed cake mix from Trader Joe's. If you don't have a TJ's near you, I am so so sorry because I made this last night and it is the best box mix I have ever used. You can see the little flecks of real vanilla in it and it tastes amazing!
- remembering to take a little time for yourself
- winning something! I won Tea Party Designs facebook fan giveaway and I was totally blown away by the prize. I really only expected a little something since I know it takes a lot to run a small business, but I got an adorable gift box full of summer fun. Check out the Melonade mix, whole set of Iced Tea glasses, tea cookies, Lemonheads (a fav of mine), little whisk, and cute little card. I have to thank the owner of Tea Party Designs again for her generosity!
- doing something nice for someone that you love just because you love them and they are awesome. I surprised my husband with something special last weekend and I think I was as happy about it as he was!
- the Urban Craft Center in Santa Monica, CA. I just found this place thanks to Groupon (which I also totally adore) and I was able to take a class there last week. I haven't had access to a sewing machine since my dad taught me to use one when I was in high school and this teacher had me making a totally respectable and super-cute hobo bag over a really fun two evening class. If you live in the L.A. area you should totally check it out! The beige, brown, and green bag is mine and the other one is the work of another wonderful student from the class.
So, there are some fun things for you to peruse and enjoy. Wishing everyone summer fun and the best of everything!
So, here you are... I currently adore and recommend:
- the vanilla boxed cake mix from Trader Joe's. If you don't have a TJ's near you, I am so so sorry because I made this last night and it is the best box mix I have ever used. You can see the little flecks of real vanilla in it and it tastes amazing!
- remembering to take a little time for yourself
- winning something! I won Tea Party Designs facebook fan giveaway and I was totally blown away by the prize. I really only expected a little something since I know it takes a lot to run a small business, but I got an adorable gift box full of summer fun. Check out the Melonade mix, whole set of Iced Tea glasses, tea cookies, Lemonheads (a fav of mine), little whisk, and cute little card. I have to thank the owner of Tea Party Designs again for her generosity!
- doing something nice for someone that you love just because you love them and they are awesome. I surprised my husband with something special last weekend and I think I was as happy about it as he was!
- the Urban Craft Center in Santa Monica, CA. I just found this place thanks to Groupon (which I also totally adore) and I was able to take a class there last week. I haven't had access to a sewing machine since my dad taught me to use one when I was in high school and this teacher had me making a totally respectable and super-cute hobo bag over a really fun two evening class. If you live in the L.A. area you should totally check it out! The beige, brown, and green bag is mine and the other one is the work of another wonderful student from the class.
So, there are some fun things for you to peruse and enjoy. Wishing everyone summer fun and the best of everything!
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