A Spare Moment

Though my spare moments are few and far between lately I managed to sneak in some time early this morning to list a few new items. It has been a busy week around here, sick kiddies, sick hubby and much cleaning going on. We have just a few weeks left before escrow closes so it is yard sale time!

I have been going through closets and cupboards. . . piles of things to get rid of and new goodies to buy!

We also need some new furnishings so I am really excited to go shopping!

Anywho. . .here are a few of the new treats now available here.

I especially like the new bunny mannequins! They are just darling in person.
Well break time is over, back to cleaning!
Enjoy your weekend!

A Little Faith . . .

This is what I keep reminding myself lately, to have a little faith. I am happy to say it is working as things are gently falling into place. My husband and I are in the midst of buying our first house right now. We have just over 4 weeks to go until closing. I am so overjoyed, it really is a dream realized for us and we are so fortunate the house is just what we wanted. It is an old home built in 1915 with many unique original features. It needs some work but that will be the fun part! So lately when I find myself running around at a million miles an hour not realizing if I am coming or going I just stop and remind myself it will all be worth it very soon. Though I am unable to do all the projects I had planned for the shop this month, we are doing what we can to keep things going before I will be taking a break to get settled in to our new home. I am a bit superstitious so I won't say anymore but we will be sharing the transformation with you all as I have some big plans in mind.
Happy Sunday! :)

A Few Vintage Valentines

Well vintage inspired anyways. I enjoyed another day of creating. It was cold and raining so the perfect time to get some new goodies made. I worked primarily on Valentines with a few wedding things as well.

I was on a roll today and before I knew it, made well over a dozen gift tags. Don't you just love it when you are "in the zone."

I also stamped some gift bags. . .

and made some new note cards. I just love the way they turned out and it was nice to play with pink for a change.

Well I am off to snuggle on the couch with a cup of cocoa, my sweet hubby and a movie. For a closer look at these goodies and more, visit our site here. :)

Just Messing Around

It was a sunny cool day here and while the kids enjoyed playing outside I took some time to play a bit as well. It has been such a busy few months here as we have been house hunting and have finally found our little dream home. Now while we wait for things to move forward with it I jumped at the chance today to relax and create just for the fun of it! The first thing I did was this wreath. I have always wanted to make one so I tried my hand at it and this is the result!

I also made a creamy lace covered canvas. .

and a few Valentine treats. It was such an enjoyable day and now that I have the creating bug I am off to play some more this evening!
These creations and a few other new goodies are available here.
Happy Crafting!

The Waiting is the Hardest Part

As a child I couldn't wait for Christmas to come. I would stalk those presents under the tree, gently shaking the boxes trying to guess what was inside. This year as my children do the same I find myself waiting. . . with great anticipation for what will be a wonderful gift of sorts. A new home. We have been, and continue to wait patiently. Well, truth be told I am actually somewhat impatient . . for our house to come through. I just keep hearing the lyrics from that Tom Petty song over and over in my head. "The waiting is the hardest part." I do vow to remain optimistic that with the new year will come many wonderful changes for myself and my family. We have waited this long and I'm sure I can wait a few weeks longer. In the mean time I will go on singing my song and planning for our new home.

Happy Holidays!!

A Cherished Moment

I took a break the other day from the craziness that is December and worked on a little junque book. It felt really good to create just for the fun of it. With a nice cup of Nutcracker tea in hand and a little Etta James in the background, it was one of those rare quiet moments in what has become an extra busy time of year. You see we are in the midst of buying a house and well it is a bit hectic being around the holidays, it is a very exciting time for us. I'll share more on the house front as it unfolds.

Back to the little junque book. I decided not to over do it, but rather just get it started and leave it for someone to add their own special touches.

There are pockets filled with creative goodies.

and little embellishments throughout.

It's just waiting for someone to personalize it with their own special memories. You can see more of my little junque book here.
Happy Creating!

Thankful

This year has taught me so many things. . . patience, faith, tenacity, and most of all to remain open and optimistic for the future while embracing each day. It was a trying year in so many ways, and now as Thanksgiving approaches I am reminded of something I feel everyday. Thankful. . .for my family, my friends, to be able to do what I love for a living, and most of all the unwavering love and support of my husband and children. This journey is so much more meaningful with them by my side. Wishing you all a wonderful holiday with those you love most.