Yep, there you have it, the colors for the spring-summer season.  Gone are the very bright colors of the year before, and all the shocking pinks, loud greens and blues.  There are more pastels and earth tones.  Funny, really. I have always been in love with earth tones, and subdued colors for the most part. [...]

Modern Table Linens Chuiqui and Ita… The perfect compliment to any occasion. From the Whimsical to the Formal… Looking for that one thing to go on the table to make people go “wow”?  Based out of Franklin, Tennessee, this shop will give you that extra piece for any occasion that you want to make memorable.  From fruity prints to damask, she’s [...]

Leslie Marie Designs… the DIY printable design store. What is a DIY design? A DIY design is a series of PDF (portable document files) that she designs and customizes to your specifications.  She then, upon your purchase sends them to you, with instructions on how to print them, and what papers/labels to use.  She has [...]

…and let’s do it without all the artificial stuff, shall we? Ever wonder if there is a way to color those eggs without buying the kits that they sell in the stores?  There is, and I have the link for you.  The article is complete with instructions on how to mix the all natural colors [...]

  Looking for that special something to make people wonder where you got that wallpaper when it isn’t even wallpaper?  Look no further.  Based out of San Diego, California, this crafter on Etsy makes stencils meant to wow you, your friends, and add and element to your decorating that you never imagined that you could [...]

    Looking a really cute way to save those memories of that party, shower or other event you can’t live without reliving?  Look no more! Nicole Otter Paper Craft & Supply has  the cutest and most memorable scrapbooks, tags, and greeting cards.  Everything is crafted by her and she is located in the USA. [...]

What the Heck is This? Ever get tired of looking for items that are “Made in America” and not finding anything unless you go to the ends of the earth? Look no further! Here at Angels’ Events, we not only help you organize for parties and events, we also help you search for quality items [...]

How?  Look at this wonderful post about creative ways to snap pictures of baby bumps, and babies!  Too, cute!   20 creative pregnancy and newborn photos. via 20 creative pregnancy and newborn photos.

…Or black flagged on the last lap.  SHEESH A customer entered the gas station where I work with a small bag, and story.  He said that a choker he had broke.  He thought he had all the pieces, and asked if I could re-do the piece so that it can also be a wrap bracelet. [...]

…Or how a simple challenge became one of the hardest projects of my life. *whew* There it is, the angel.  I will post another blog post with nothing but the pictures from all angles.  I can’t say this project was easy.  There were many stumbling blocks along the way.  The skirt was the easy part [...]

The angel from lots of angles. A simple slide show.  (Nope no commentary this time, just pictures.)

Now Taking Students… March 31, 2012- Simply Strung (Beginner Class) Basic Class includes materials to make an 18-inch necklace and a 8-inch bracelet: 33 inches of beading wire up to 100 Beads of your choosing 4 Crimp Beads 4 clam shells 2 lobster claw clasps 4 jump rings ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Materials only with 2 hr class [...]