Award Winning...

Laura at Katydiddys recently bestowed upon me this award! "The Power of Schmooze Award is for bloggers who effortlessly weave their way in and out of the blogosphere, leaving friendly trails and smiles, happily making new friends along the way. They don’t limit their visits to only the rich and successful, but spend some time to say hello to new blogs as well. They are the ones who engage others in meaningful conversations, refusing to let it end at a mere hello - all the while fostering a sense of closeness and friendship.." Thank you, Laura! I will now pass this along to Kecia of Lemoncholy's Flight of Fancy and Sue of SignatureSterling

Ahoy, Mateys!

Happy Talk Like A Pirate Day! I love the notecards I did for this wonderful holiday! (or for anyone who loves pirates!)

First Day of Preschool...

is today! How exciting for me! He did very well when I dropped him off, no tears, and didn't even notice that I left! I think he's really going to like it! Can you hear my sigh of relief? :)

Bracelets

I was using up some beads last night so I can make room for more... I absolutely LOVE how this one came out! Maybe I'll keep it for myself... :)

Big Step...

I feel I took a big step today by purchasing ad space in the new directory issue of Renaissance Magazine. It's a bit scary doing something that big outside the realm of the internet. Now I think I'll be quite busy increasing my inventory just in case...

Mosaic Mania!

I have completed two more Halloween projects - but only one will be for sale on Etsy... The other is a gift for a friend. What do you think of them? I think the cat turned out pretty well!

Playing with Wire

I just listed a new item - an almost completely handmade necklace! I used my jig, and made the links and clasp. The only things I didn't make are the garnet beads, headpins and jump rings. The latter two I could have made, but with a 3 1/2 year old boy tearing around while I'm trying to work somewhat prevented me from doing so... Please check it out and let me know what you think! I'll be taking new pictures tomorrow during the day, as the garnet color did not come through well. Have a good night!