Joyful Expressions
I purchased the Lifestyle Craft Rosette dies over the holidays. I have been wanting to use them for some homemade fun! Since I usually make some sort of Valentines for my family, I decided to make these rosettes. I love their Sweet and Spicy paper pack. The rosettes are really fun to make and very versatile. I had fun adding my own personal touches. From the freehand … [Read more...]
This is a great week for crafters, especially lovers of Lifestyle Crafts. The BIG DISCOUNT WEEK has already started. I'm so sick and, of course, behind. But, I didn't want YOU to miss this discount. 50% off from January 21st to 27th (midnight MST) Lifestyle Crafts thought YOU deserved something special to ring in the new year, and since they are offering so many new products this … [Read more...]
As you may know, I love making my little "putz" glitter houses. I have several in my shop. Here's a picture of them in my family room, there temporary home until someone buys them. And honestly, if they don't, I really enjoy them so I'll keep them. On to my story, when I saw the preview of the Lifestyle Crafts Wintertide collection I was really excited to purchase their … [Read more...]
How do you spend time at lunch? Do you get all dressed up and invite your friends over for a leisurely lunch with beauty all around you? (via) Do you make yourself something yummy for yourself and enjoy every mouthful? (via) Or, if you're like me, each day I eat lunch alone when my stomach says, "Hey, busy bee, I'm hungry!" I don't say that to get your sympathy because I know many … [Read more...]
Here we go... a new adventure in creating! You know me, I am always trying to find new things to create. I've made holiday tags, a desk calendar, mixed media art, Valentine's banner, tea towels, little putz glitter houses, Downton Abbey wallpaper for your computer and even a little art print for your desk and some cute graphics for around your house or the kid's room. Next stop... … [Read more...]
I've been so busy lately. Work, work, work. But, what I love about my work is it's fun! Being able to design ideas that form in my head or to create something to celebrate the season truly is a gift. I am working hard and going to bed tired, but it's an accomplished tired. So, today I'm here to show and tell you about some new designs. LEADING LADIES COLLECTION I am so inspired by these … [Read more...]
I've been asked by friends and family to show my glitter houses once I have them done. Here is my first GLITTER HOUSE post where I focused on a tutorial on how to make them. Today, I am just focusing on showing the different style of house I made and how I decorated them. This house is called the Little Charmer. (This link provided takes you to a tutorial if you'd like to make your … [Read more...]
Two days until the BIG LOVE DAY! My husband and I do not extend BIG OVERTURES of love to each other on this day. We usually just hand each other a card, we kiss and move on with our day. This year I decided to make something for him that was a bit more romantic. We've had a difficult year and we've remain strong in our love and commitment to each other. So, I just wanted him to know he's still … [Read more...]
Happy New Year!! (Imagine me standing in front of you with my arms over my head yelling Happy New Year and throwing confetti!) Here we go into another year... one more time to try again... another chance to dream big and achieve! I love giving gifts! Do you? I love making people happy! I love being the hostess so I can "do" for others. (But, of course, I love to be pampered too!) As … [Read more...]
Here we are heavy into the holiday season. I'm excited for Christmas and celebrating the birth of Jesus. I really, really enjoy this time of year. In keeping with the season, I've seen so many glitter houses or "Putz" houses in some of my favorite antique and specialty stores. I was really curious what the history was on these houses. And I found a great website that shared the history, as well … [Read more...]
As I was preparing for a holiday bazaar I attended today, I made some cute holiday tags. I had loads of fun creating them. The Elf candy tag I shared with you in a previous post and even gave it to you as a FREEBIE. The second little tag I created is sweet and colorful and I love it! So, I'll be putting this one in my etsy shop for sale! So many of us have used bunting this year in our … [Read more...]
Most of you have already seen these on Facebook. But, here I thought I'd show you the creation process. First we will focus on the Elf Candy Holiday Tag. Here is the finished product. So, how did I get this. First I found the paper weeks ago on clearance and had to have it. It pretty much looks like nice cardboard. And I love rustic! I definitely wanted to glitter something this holiday! So, I … [Read more...]
It's been a hurry up and wait kind of day! I took my son to Urgent Care because he was a passenger in a car accident Sunday and his back was still hurting. There are no breaks, just spasms. So, he got some meds to help him feel better. I always enjoy spending time reading blogs in the evening. I have two new favorites I wanted to share with you for two different reasons. At the Picket Fence is a … [Read more...]
I recently enjoyed a girlfriend weekend in Chicago. It's always nice just to hang out with my friend Barb. We know each other so well... it's just easy and fun! We met up with some other "blog" friends for brunch and it happened to be one of the gals birthday. As Barb spent time at work, I dug around her "stuff" and found some things to make a little gift to bring. One of my fav blogs to follow … [Read more...]
