Craft Shows in Review (with lots of pictures)

Wow I promised myself that I would not let it happen.  I would not let myself get so busy that my blog would become neglected once again.  I started out with the best of intentions, posting photos of projects completed.  And then it happened---I realized just how little time was left until my first show!!! I spent many a night with David Letterman creating into the wee hours of the morning.  And there you have it--a neglected blog once again.  Not only have I neglected my blog but also you, my blogging friends.  So I decided that today I would do some catching up.  My shows were wonderful.  I met so many nice people and it always surprises me how my art is received.  You know---my family  is always so supportive telling me how much they love everything--it is just different when a total stranger enjoys what I have created.  I took lots of pictures and will let them summarize the shows for you.....

My paper dolls---each one having a tiny piece of Velcro on their bellies to make changing their cloths a little easier for tiny hands :)

A few more magnet cards......

I had such a wonderful time spending the whole day with my mom......

These are some of her amazing quilts.......

Woosh--I sure did have a lot to show you!!!  I guess that is what happens when you allow time to get away from you.  Thanks for reading to the end :) Well I had better be off.  I have lots of special orders to complete.  I will be adding some of the items that didn't sell to my Etsy shop today.  I would love for you to stop by for a visit.  Have a Happy Day :)



More Craft Fair Fun......

My "To Do" List is growing!!! Trying to fit everything I want to accomplish in a day is becoming pretty tricky.  Laundry, clean house, yard work,  cook dinner (which I must admit have been pretty sorry lately), watch Drew, create, write blog posts, read favorite blogs....sometimes there is just not enough time in the day.  Some things just don't get done.  Lately I have become behind in visiting my favorite blogs and leaving comments for friends letting them know how much I enjoy spending time with them.  This afternoon Drew is napping so I thought it would be a great time to catch up and share a few more craft fair projects that I have been working on.  This week's project has been  magnet cards---Little pockets with sweet die cut images, cut with my Cricut,  that I have turned into magnets.   

                                                              Guess HOO Loves You

OWL always Love You 

I could not find the perfect paper to go with these adorable owls, so I decided to use fabric.  Using a bit of "Wonder Under", I ironed it to the fabric and then onto a piece of cardstock.  Oh the possibilities.....

Well I hear a certain little boy stirring in his crib---time for me to go--- Oh I only got to visit a few friends--I will have to finish up after dinner. 

Love you all  WITH A CHERRY ON TOP!!!

A Day With My Mom and Sister

It has been a long time since I have been able to spend the day with both my mom and my sister---just us three girls :)  We decided to spend our time together at one of our favorite places Pittsburgh has to offer.  I have written about this place called The Strip District several times before but for those of you new to my blog I will briefly explain about this wonderful place.  The Strip District is an area just east of the city known for it's wholesalers, restaurants and fun funky shops. There are so many ethnic groups represented in the Strip and the street vendors are plenty as well selling everything from food to T-Shirts.  We woke early and arrived at one of my favorite places for breakfast --Raymond's.  I always order an amazing omelet filled with red onion, spinach, and feta cheese. 

After breakfast, we took our coffee to go and began to visit all of our favorite shops.  I couldn't wait to get through the doors of a shop called Roxanne's.  It is filled to the ceiling with floral arrangements and all things shabby but chic.  There is even an outside patio with a mix of antiques, living plants, and the most amazing garden accessories. 

 We were really excited to find the organic open air market.  This market is a perfect new addition to the Strip.  My sister is a wonderful cook---always trying new recipes with interesting ingredients.  She knew exactly what she was looking for and how to cook each item.   I am not that adventurous when it comes to cooking so while she shopped I snapped pictures. 

What a fun day we had enjoying the beautiful Autumn weather, the sites and smells of the Strip and eachother's company.  A perfect break from my craft room---a perfect way to spend a Saturday.

Craft Fair Projects

I don't like to describe myself as a procrastinator I prefer to say "I work best under pressure." I think it sounds just a little better---don't you? Anyway my first scheduled craft fair is November 5-6. Yikes that is just three short weeks away. I have so many ideas I just hope I have the time to create them all. I also didn't want my blog to suffer while I am busy working in my craft room. I thought I would write a quick post tonight to share just a peek at what I have been working on.

I created these sweet little nursery rhyme frames using my Cricut, the Nursery Rhyme cartridge, and vintage sheet music. I had such fun creating these single frames I thought I would try a larger triple frame. I added some of my favorite scrapbooking paper by October Afternoon.

Well I better get back to work. November 5 will be here before I know it.