Crazy Crazy Crazy

I was looking at my shop a few days back...and well, I felt kinda...bored.

Don't get me wrong, I worked really hard to fill my little corner of Etsy up with fun earrings. I love every pair I made...hell, I even stole a couple for myself that didn't sell quick enough! But, well...yeah, there's that boredom thing.

I have new ideas! Different designs I want to try! Colors, shapes, patterns, OH MY! And while I love my old designs...I don't want them to get lost in the shuffle.

Soooooo..........

All the earrings still sitting in my shop are on sale! 20% off til Sunday, June 1st. Everything is all set...the prices are all adjusted...they're waiting for you to go and snatch them up ;)

What are you waiting for? Happy Shopping!

obsession.

I have a love for crafting. That much is obvious, I would think.

But the question was thrown to me recently...why do you continue creating? And as I stopped to think about my answer, I had to laugh. What was the first thing that popped into my head?

The obsession to buy supplies.

Strands of gemstones...in every color, size & shape. Vintage glass, czech glass, lucite...oh my! Bright & shiny sterling silver, antiqued brass, oxidized copper, gold-filled...oh, where do I begin? Headpins, eyepins, clasps, charms, french hooks, kidney wires...

And that's just for jewelry! We won't even get into the fabric involved in sewing up rag dolls...

So I began the process of replenishing some jewelry supplies today...needless to say, it was an ordeal. Imagine this, if you can (which, if you're a crazy crafter...you probably can!).

I have 'X' amount in my Paypal account and I NEED certain things (earwires, headpins, clasps, etc). All seems to be going well until I sneak a quick look into my favorite vintage bead shop.

Damn.

There goes that 'X' amount. And I still need those supplies...you know, the NECESSARY ones.

*sigh*

And of course, since I already cheated and bought some un-planned beads...well, I may as well purchase a couple of brassy charms I've been eyeing, right?

Double Damn.

So, now I'm broke...but I'll have some really sweet earrings in the shop soon ;P

Happy Mother's Day!

Just wanted to take a moment and say...

Happy Mother's Day!

hell hath no fury...

Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned.

Damn straight.


That's one angry little rag doll! Lovingly created by Pocomedio, over on Etsy. What can I say...she made me laugh! I can relate to that fierce frown today. Go ahead..mess with her ;P

May I Propel You Off a Cliff? No, seriously...?
Nifty lil' magnet...I really think it says it all! All of the goodies over at Allegrae are awesome...like the 'Piss Off' kitty cat...priceless!

Has someone tried to pop your angry little bubble? Grrr & Argh. Emmajb creates some of my favorite felt-y pins...and this little guy warms my irritated little heart ♥

You asked for it, buddy! Ok, you really have to laugh...
Little Axe Girl is super annoyed...and she has an axe. Don't let the pigtails fool you. She's ferocious ;P This gal is on my wish list...perfectly silk-screened by Juror2.

You're a Cock. And not the cool, feathered kind either.
Need I say more? Awesome lil' mini notecards by ScotiaMade. Check 'em out for some hilariously mean material. Absolute perfection ;P

What's better than a soft & cuddly little bunny that loudly proclaims what a moron you are? Um, nothing! Awesome, Awesome, Awesome. Thanks Spidercamp!

Haha! Ok, if that didn't cheer me up, nothing will! Leave it to the fine artisians of Etsy to lift my dreary mood...you guys are the best!

Have an awesome weekend...oh, and happy mother's day!

dragonfly

Dragonflies bring Enlightenment.

They represent the powers of light and transformation, and the ability to see through illusion. They bring prosperity and harmony. The dragonfly, as a totem, teaches skillful action while maintaining a free and joyful sense of being.

Symbolism in Culture


Why this interest in dragonflies, you ask...?

I saw one at work today! Ok, so I've never seen one before...and I certainly never expected to. But I snuck out for a quick break today, it was such a nice day out, and as I sat there with a cup of tea (staring off into space), one nearly whacked me right in the head.

So the whack in the head wasn't so cool. But the dragonfly was! Made my whole day...

Happy Monday ;)

mug-tastic

Another week nearing completion...where the heck did it go? I could have sworn it was just Monday! hmmm.

Well, anyway...as I sit here, big, old, chipped mug of tea in hand...I thought I'd share some of what I've been coveting this morning.

My ode to mugs.


A simple 16 oz. mug, coppery red & cool gray, created by CyrusthePotter. Drool-worthy. Wouldn't my morning cup of tea look nice in there??? hmmm...

His and Her Coffee Cups, by AlinaHayes. I LOVE the handles on this super sweet pair!

A sweet as can be Red Heart Mug, lovingly created by LynnCardwellPottery. Gorgeous and very, very tempting.

Red & White Ceramic Mug, by GinaDeSantis. Doesn't it look like lipstick on the rim? haha, it would drive my mother nuts...which of course means, I LOVE IT! Well, I love it cause it's really, super pretty, too...

This gorgeous Sienna Mug, by ElmStudios, was the inspiration behind it all. I do think I may need this mug.

I get a kick out of Jusmare's Pine Hollow Mugs! Coolest thing EVER. If I had a rustic little cabin in the woods somewhere...yeah, I'd so have these! Of course, if I close my eyes, I can pretend I'm in a rustic little cabin...

Kinda makes you wanna buy some new stoneware, right? Hey, with all that coffee (or tea) does for you...shouldn't you spoil it a little? Indulge! Buy a mug ;)

mission accomplished.

did you ever have one of those weeks where your only mission was to get something done? anything?

yeah, i'm having one of those weeks!

but...i did get something done...got some new earrings made & listed...so mission accomplished ;)

right? right!

Happy May Day!

Blessings for Beltane!

and all that jazz ;P