Posted in personal, tagged halloween, martin luther, protestant reformation, reformation day, ulrich zwingli, william tyndale on October 31, 2008 | 1 Comment »
OK, Happy Halloween too!
Today is truly a day to celebrate. It’s so much fun to see all the little kiddos dressed up in their halloween costumes, and I love to eat candy, so it doesn’t get much better than that…or does it? Actually…it does.
Today is also the day that protestants celebrate the Protestant Reformation because [...]
Posted in personal on October 30, 2008 | 2 Comments »
Last night was one of those nights when I could not fall asleep–even though I was really tired–and everytime I did start to doze off, I was awakened by some new thought of “oh yes, and don’t forget to….” There is so much going on the next four days, and I wish I had a [...]
Posted in Feature, personal, tagged consciencious consumer, consumerism, consumption, fair trade, relevant magazine on October 29, 2008 | 7 Comments »
Brandon and I subscribe to a Relevant Magazine which offers thoughts on “God, Life, and Progressive Culture”. The cover story of the issue that is going to hit stands tomorrow is one of the best magazine articles I have read in a long time. The article really challenges the reader to think twice about what they are [...]
Posted in Accessory, Feature, personal, tagged splityarn, stelabird, zipper, zipper pouch on October 28, 2008 | 2 Comments »
Although I have not been fully intentional about this, I have managed to stay away from zippers up until now. That was the case until I got a fancy new bag in the mail yesterday that was crying for a zipper pouch. I bought a new purse from another Etsy seller (sorry, I’m keeping secrets until [...]
Posted in For baby, custom order, tagged Alexander Henry, bedding, boutique style bibs, Boutique style burp cloth, brown minky fabric, custom order, fabric, Gender Neutral Baby Gifts, gift set, japanese cotton, W on October 27, 2008 | 5 Comments »
**I already posted this, but as I was looking back I realized that my post was boring and I forgot to tell you what kept me so busy this weekend!**
I am currently working on a custom order which includes two twin-size comforters and two pillow shams. They for a little girl who is turning 9 [...]
Posted in Feature, Giveaway, personal, tagged Etsy, giveaway winner, handmade cards, Twiddlesticks on October 23, 2008 | 9 Comments »
It is not often that I win things, but when I do, they tend to be very good. A while ago I went to a special dinner where they had a raffle, and I won a really beautiful set of dessert plates which I love to bring out when we have guests (or any time [...]
Posted in Accessory, kitchen, personal, tagged baseball, birthday, boy gifts, embroidery, gifts, pushpins, stocking stuffers on October 22, 2008 | 4 Comments »
It is birthday time! I have been working hard the last few weeks to finish up birthday presents for my mom, Brandon’s mom, my younger sister, and a good friend of mine. However, for now this is about all you get to see (I don’t want to ruin any surprises!) This one went in Monday’s [...]
Posted in Feature, kitchen, personal, tagged autumn, dessert, etsy bloggers, fall, Fall Recipes, fox, Thanksgiving on October 17, 2008 | 7 Comments »
Fall Fox Print by MissBrigette
Getting out of bed was extra difficult this morning because it was so cold! I wore my jacket for the first time since April or May, and I am now pining for a pay of “fingerless” gloves to keep my hands warm as I fumble for my car keys or wait [...]
Posted in Dining Room, Feature, kitchen, tagged eco-friendly party, environmentally friendly party tips, green, Kitty Yoshida, notecards, reusable cocktail napkins, reusable napkins on October 15, 2008 | 2 Comments »
Look what came to me in the mail yesterday! I love to write notes, especially when I have nice cards like this! I bought them from Wendy Chung of Dozi, a fellow Etsy shop. Wendy likes to make things that are “simple and delightful”, and these certainly fit the bill!
After tearing through the packaging to [...]
Posted in custom order, personal on October 14, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Today has been one of those days where I have to pause from my work about every 2-3 minutes to look up some new word or phrase. Yesterday, I spent the day at a workshop on writing grants for government funds related to Research and Development. Last night I recuperated. Today I am researching some [...]
Posted in kitchen, personal on October 10, 2008 | 5 Comments »
Last night was the first ever Louisville Etsy Street Team meeting! (I am not sure if that is our official title, but it works for now!) It was great to meet other Etsy artists who are local and hear about some of their experiences. I loved getting to see the variety we had as well. The [...]
Posted in personal on October 9, 2008 | 2 Comments »
You know it is time to go to the gym when your legs are sore from bowling!
Last night Brandon and I had a real date. It kicked off with me getting a hair cut…I have been going to the same stylist for two years now, and she always makes my hair look so good. Last [...]
Posted in Feature, personal, tagged Anne Fadiman, Christian and Muslim Relations, Eric Reece, Hugh Goddard, Lost Mountain, Recommended Reading, The Spirt Catches You on October 8, 2008 | 2 Comments »
A few weeks ago I told you about my three favorite novels. With the cold weather coming for those of us in the northern hemisphere, I would highly recommend that you grab a good book, your choice of hot beverage, and snuggle in for the approaching cold weather! Or, if you are in the southern hemisphere, [...]
Posted in Giveaway on October 6, 2008 | 2 Comments »
I was really torn on doing this, because I really want to win. The less people who know about this means the more chances I have of winning. But my conscience wins, and I have to tell you, because it is too good not to. JessicaJane is hosting a giveaway on her blog that is [...]
Posted in Accessory, For baby, personal, tagged Burp Cloths, Gender Neutral Baby Gifts, magnets, update on October 6, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
When I originally started this blog, I had a weekly post entitled “Sunday Driving”. It was my wind-down, slow post where I could babble on about what I had done over the weekend. The past few weeks, I have been far too tired by the time Sunday night rolls around to go on any such drive. [...]
Posted in personal, tagged sewing room on October 4, 2008 | 2 Comments »
I spent some time cleaning and organizing my sewing (and storage) room today. It was out of control. I didn’t even think about getting “before and after” photos until I was already a few minutes into the cleaning. It was *really* bad. Part of the problem is lack of organizing space. I solved that with [...]
Posted in Accessory, For baby, tagged baby gifts, bobby pins, Boutique style burp cloth, Burp Cloth, Fabric covered bobby pins, Robert Kaufman fabric on October 3, 2008 | 2 Comments »
I received three packages this week, and the biggest one was a total surprise! Brandon’s great-aunt sent me a box full of goodies. There were books (pictured above), patterns, notions, fabrics, and even a mini rotary cutter and a pair of Gingher Embroidery Scissors. That was so thoughtful of her! I probably will not be [...]
