Today I am busy filling a couple orders for customers and wanted to share them with you. These paper cone wreaths have been very popular at the local shop I stock! It's a nice change from the repetitive Christmas and Hanukkah wreaths when I get a custom order. First is a paper wreath for a child's room. I love this idea for a vintage baby … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2011
One Down, Two to Go
Thanksgiving is over...Christmas is coming and then a New Year's Day Open House.....it is definitely a busy season as usual! But, I love it all, especially Christmas.What a wonderful Thanksgiving! We served 23 people and there was enough for leftovers (the best part!). My little 2yr old grandson showed off his karate skills which was too cute! He … [Read more...]
WIP : Work in Progress
That title comes from my hubby. In their business, custom architectural signage, they are always having WIP meetings. It really fits my life because I am a work in progress, ever changing, ever evolving in my personal, emotional and spiritual growth. And then there's the house....definitely a WIP if there ever was one!Here is the living room, not … [Read more...]
Tortoise vs. Hare
I have this disorder that I haven't told you about. I am an impatient decorator. This has led to poor decision making in the past and I am really (REALLY REALLY REALLY) trying to be more patient. I want to be like this: Serene in the face of chaos. Guess that's why I'm not at angel status yet. God has placed me in the midst of this … [Read more...]
Granny and Grammy
I have just completed the next dress I will be putting on my Etsy site and as I was working, I was constantly reminded of my grandmothers. I wanted to share some of the legacy they have left me as I know many of you could tell some of the same stories of your grandmother(s).I had a pretty sad childhood. I won't go into many details here but it was … [Read more...]
And So It Begins…..
This is the beginning of a VERY, VERY, busy time for all of us! The holiday season is here with Thanksgiving looming only a couple weeks away! I can hardly believe it. It's a dangerous time for me because this season is my very favorite. It's dangerous because I can easily become overwhelmed as I try and create good experiences for everyone. I love … [Read more...]
Housekeeping
It's one of those days I so enjoy...just doing general housekeeping. Now, lest you think I'm the gal who likes scrubbing toilets and cleaning the oven...let me reassure you. I am talking about other housekeeping....straightening the studio, washing linens that will be used to create new things, making the small parts that are needed for the next … [Read more...]