Suzy Bees Surprises

Ok, I'm sure you all know by now about Christa's birthday, so I guess it's time for a new post. I have been so bad here lately. But, I'm thinking once the baby comes---in about 3 1/2 weeks now, I'll have plenty of time to get on the computer---especially around 2 or 3 in the morning ;-)

Anyways, I wanted to share with you some of my newest Etsy purchases. They are both from Suzy Bees Surprises. The first are these really cute pouches. I love them---they are great for anything you want to tuck away and you can use them in your purse, travel bag, or as a little "pod" from your large purse if you are going out. The workmanship is outstanding and the I love the use of colors and patterns. I purchased one for myself, of course, and one as a gift. The recepient LOVED it, and I actually used it as a gift bag by putting another gift inside it!

The second item from Sue's store are these appliqued towels. I actaully have two sets for everyone in my family. There is just something a little bit special about monograming. See how good they look in the bathroom!!

Sue loves custom orders and her shop is amazing---you can find her here. And, did I mention she's my very talented Aunt??

Have a GREAT weekend!

Happy Birthday Christa!!

I just love to make gifts for my friends and family, and today is my friend Christa's birthday from motivating mommies. She is thirty something today and had the similar experience this a.m. I had on my birthday. Here mom and husband "forgot" about her special day, until she gently reminded them. But, I didn't forget and created her this lampwork bracelet this a.m. I just love it---it's so colorful and springy. Wish I had enough beads to create one for myself, but, I'd probably give that one away too!

Hope you have a Great day!!

Mother-daughter bracelet set

A friend of mine asked me awhile back to make her a coordinating mother and daughter bracelet set. Her only request was that it had the colors of one of the shabby chic bedding lines at Target. Do you know what I'm talking about?? That collection is soo cute---I have some for Josie's room. Anyways, I found the lampwork bead set on Ebay and went to work. She also requested a butterfly charm on them. They turned out really pretty and she liked them too!!

I know this is a little late, but I just had to share this little guy for you. Maybe you'll remember it and use it for next year. My Aunt Robin made this chick out of two styrofoam balls, some yarn, feathers, and two pipe cleaner feet. Isn't he adorable?

Hope you have a great day today!

two ETSY treasuries

I was recently featured in two Etsy treasuries---which make the Etsy front page. Here they are---can you find me!! Hope you all have a GREAT weekend---ours will be busy with ball games and fishing, kite flying, bike riding, hitting t-ball......

Yes, it's really a new post from me!!

Hello again! So, are you sick and tired of those organza flowers?? Me too. Sorry for the very long absence. I moved into a new house, closed up shop for awhile, and just felt unispired to blog. I didn't even check anyone else's blog for that matter....so for that, sorry guys---I know I missed a lot.

I recently had a photographer contact me to do some pictures with my hats and she is absolutely AMAZING!!! I'll tell you, I've had soo many photographers in the past contact me for discount or even free hats in exchange for pictures.....and unfortunately, I never receive what's promised. But, Amy assured me, she'd take good care of me....and here's what she sent so far. Aren't they absolutely precious??? I wish she lived near me so she could photograph my newborn in June!!

Here's a link to meet her and see her amazing photography.

I'm also in the mists of some new projects that I'm sure will keep me inspired to post...so until then....have a great day!

Organza flowers

I was on Etsy recently browsing and I saw the prettiest pin/brooch. It was a beautiful layered flower made from organza, tulle, lace, etc. I almost purchased two as gifts, but then the crafter in me said, no, you could easily make them.

Now, I've had those urges hundred of times with other projects, gone out and purchased ALL the necessary supplies and sometimes made the project, sometimes not. But, usually spent way more than if I would have just purchased the item from someone else. But, this one actually worked out in my favor. The materials were very inexpensive and I made four of them in no time for gifts. Well, actually I did keep one for myself---which I never do ;-)

I put mine on my new chocolate brown jacket and it looks soo pretty and femanine. I'm thinking I'll add them to my shop after my move.

I made a new treasury...and something else!

HI Everyone! Look...I made it into another treasury---isn't it cute! Can you find me? Thanks to myminimocs for including me. Check out her Etsy shop here----she has some really cute baby shoes.

And, I guess it's past time that I've shared with all of you a little something new about myself. Well, it's not really new to the people who actually know me, but I'm expecting another bundle of joy in June!! I'm about 5 1/2 months now and just starting to get my little baby bump. Here are the ultra sound pics from about two weeks ago, and the gender will be a surprise at birth. Don't you just love that ;-) Any of you out there have three or more and want to share any tips for managing three little ones?

Have a great day today!