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My nickname since high school was Blackbird, after The Beatle's song. Never in my life until a few years ago has the lyrics been so true! I blog about life, artists, my work and things I feel strongly about.
Two Craft Shows in Less Than 1 Week
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I normally only do a few craft shows each year, and yet, I'm now doing 2
craft shows in less than 7 days. Yikes! I feel like my custom orders are
falling b...
11/12/09 - This is My Life
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This has been my life lately, I keep getting my ass served to me. Stupid
frustrations, getting bit in the butt when I try to help out others, being
told I'...
Birthday Post and Sushi Cupcakes!
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Last night was the best birthday party yet! 8 of my greatest friends, plus
Holly and I crowded into our living room doing charades and "Things in a
box". ...
Winner!
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No, not the winner for this week's giveaway, he or she will be announced
next Monday, but I was the winner of a giveaway a while back! MusicalKittenheld a g...
Abigail Adams' Birthday Party
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Last night, I went to the artist reception for Abigail in Perspective at the
Quincy Historical Society!
[image: beaded face mask Abigail Adams bead embroid...
So Blessed That We’re Sisters
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Today is my sweet big sister Shelly’s birthday. It’s a day of bittersweet
emotion as Shelly passed away nearly 7 years ago. Last year I celebrated her
bir...
New Boto Holiday Cards Are In!
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Just in time for the holidays, brand new Botodesigns greeting cards!
What could be better than a robot hanukkah card or a big plant Christmas
tree??
Now ava...
On The Hunt for Thanksgiving "Stuff"
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I thought I'd see what fun Thanksgiving and fall related things I could find
on Etsy---turkeys, pilgrims, etc. There are oodles of fun goodies to be
discov...
Lady Godiva's Operation
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In case you haven't visited my Etsy shop in a while, I just posted another
painting there and should have another couple in the coming days... going
throug...
Still Pumpkin Time - Delicious Pumpkin Bar Recipe
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Since my theme today is pumpkins, I searched Etsy high and low for cute
pumpkin pretties to share with you. These are some of my favorites (the
links to th...
The Business Savant.
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I *am* one. Which is weird, because I spent the first couple decades of my
life thinking anything even remotely business-related was *extremely icky*.
At b...
Steampunk Jewelry : Ring with Swarovski Crystal
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Steampunk Jewelry :
Ring with Swarovski Crystal
I just introduced 2 new colors of crystal : Clear White and Golden Shadow
Crystal .
I will be able to offe...
Search trends during the holiday shopping season
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The Holday online shopping season is upon us. According to Google using the
insights search tool the Holiday shopping season is about to take off. In
the...
Halloween
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I haven't been blogging much lately, I've just been busy with some new
projects, and, then I just plain did't feel like it. I've been in a bit of a
funk la...
Made by Melisaa - EtsyBloggers Shop of the Month
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I'd like you to meet on of my Etsy Bloggers team mates, Melissa of Made by
Melissa. She has a variety of items in her shop, from jewelry to crocheted
items...
Trunk Show!!
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On Thursday, November 12th, the authority on Twitter for all things handmade
will host a Virtual Trunk Show on Etsy.com showcasing great gift ideas for
eve...
Wanderings: Autumn Adventures
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Into the Trees-Altered Abbey
Oh Autumn! The most magical and prettiest of the seasons. Time for cinnamon
candles, apple treats, pumpkin lattes and fall ro...
Featured Member: SparrowsSalvage
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Shop: www.sparrowsalvage.etsy.com
How did you get started in your chosen craft?
I've always been crafty, growing up poor with two grandmothers who both
li...
No, its not okay to do it again, Etsy.
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The Gift Guide button is back. This time, its huge, orange and ugly. It
draws people away from our shops.
They did this around this time last year and it w...
Check Your Pockets
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This is a public service announcement to check your pockets before you throw
your clothes in the washer and dryer.
This is what a penny looks like when it...
Ghormeh Sabzi - Persian comfort food
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This morning I went to the Persian market to gather some items I needed to
make Ghormeh Sabzi, a traditional herb stew served with rice or lavash.
Tehran ...
Nilla Nilla Organic Lip Balms
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Last week I received these gorgeous Nilla Nilla Lip Balms in the post.
I gasped with delight at how they were wrapped, wrapped like a big
lollies/candy.
I...
Fun and Whimsical Lampwork Beads at Maybeads!
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While searching Etsy one afternoon for a special gift for my grand daughters
birthday I came across Maybeads. I had so much fun just "window" shopping
t...
Monday's Mantra
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If you're not using the good, spicy Chinese mustard, I don't know why you
even bother. You may as well ask for rice with a side of boring.
~from SheldonCoop...
Get to know.... Woolenmore
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*What is your shops name?* Woolenmore
How did you come up with that name? I feature Pendleton woolens, and more!
And have used the name for over 10 years. ...
New Vessel... and What Does "Service" Mean To You?
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This has been an extremely busy week for me in the teaching department! I taught a class on Tuesday evening, provided a "bead making experience" for a group...
The Handmade's Tale: Gock's Frocks
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The Handmade's Tale introduces you to independent, self-taught artists who
toil away creating beautiful and inspiring pieces. Please welcome the lovely
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Autumn Inspiration...
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We had a lot of wind last night, and so once again the ground is covered in
leaves, mostly maple from the huge tree I've photographed above, mixed in
with...
"Desidephemerata"
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DESIDEPHEMERATA
(da sid i fe me ra ta) Fleeting observations of common events that one
suspects may hold greater significance.
Some of my husbands work (WB...
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It's my second year doing this and I am darn excited to send my ALREADY MADE
ornament set! I won't show which ones. I am on the ball. I actually wrote
Be...
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*Yay! Save Dogs From Canine Distemper is in America's Giving Challenge!*
*Save Dogs From Canine Distemper* under *Kind Hearts in Action*
http://kindheartsi...
Happy Halloween
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Wishing you all a very Happy Halloween!
fondly,
Giulia
See what's going on at The Card Tree visiting:
http://www.TheCardTree.etsy.com If you like The Card ...
Remembering Liza
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* Liza -* Acrylics on an 8 x 10 Canvas Panel (c)Betty Refour 2009
One of the most influential people in my life was my maternal grandmother.
While my mom e...
Happily Ever After, Why These Stories are Important
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To tell the truth these dolls I made for me. I loved fairytales when I was
growing up and often recreated them in my playtime. I often did my chores
while...
Fall Workshops at She Rides the Lion
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Linocut Workshop for Beginners and Advanced
Beginners: Learn the basics of linocut. Draw, carve, and print your first
edition!
Advanced and Return Students:...
Need project funding? Check out Kickstarter.com
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http://www.kickstarter.com
I was recently sent an invitation by a member of Kickstarter.com to join and
create a project listing. I was hesitant at first...
FALL-ing Back into Blogging...
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Once again I have taken a hiatus in blogging, but now that the school year
is rolling along again, I can return my focus to the blog. Thanks to those
who h...
Ever Heard of Mutton Bustin'?
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...well, I hadn't until last week. The local fair was going on then, so my hubby took the kiddos to it. They came across this mutton bustin' contest where li...
TRENDS IN HOME DECORATING FOR FALL
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No matter what your budget or how small the space in which you live, you can
have a beautiful space. The trends in home decorating for Fall are all about
w...
Where has the time gone...
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My goodness! It's been eons since I last posted!
Well, when the ebb and flow life swirls around you it's best to hold on and
hope that calmer waters are ah...
My New Blog
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Please go check out my new blog The Lion Won where I talk about different
social issues I come across, my thoughts and your thoughts would be very
apprecia...
Valentine Day
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Some of my favourite love quotes
"I love you, not only for what you are, But for what I am when I am with
you."
Roy Croft
"Love is that condition in which...
Featured!
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I owe my blog an update. But for today, I'd like to direct your attention to
another blog, namely Eclairre & Coffee, who is featuring two sellers
today... ...