Gift Giving

Christmas cards have been sent out, a bit of shopping is done and its freezing cold here. I am grateful for the warmth of my house. Still doing projects and decorating. Every year I love opening the boxes and seeing my treasures, especially the handmade ones from my children.

This year, I have really made efforts to go "all handmade".....a few store bought gifts, but look what I have found.

Candy for my sweetie...this is not his only gift, but I thought these looked yummy!!

Flavors like Salted Carmel, Tangerine Clove and Vanilla Cardamom....we like sweets in my house, but a bit on the exotic tastes..... This Charming Candy store....take a peek!

A necklace for my mother-in law. She is almost eighty and this past summer she rode over 1000 miles, yes your reading that right 1000 miles. She is a true inspiration.

Creative.Manifestations

I got my next goodie for my sweet too......A unique wine holder, very unique!! This shop has unique wood items....very cool and very reasonable!

Boxnmor

Here are some my wish items.....

A perpetual calendar of some great photos from Paris - Shoppe- Little Brown Pen
And everyone needs one of these....so creative! A conversation stater for sure...

This guys shoppe is so unique and I love old stuff repurposed.... Reclaim 2 Fame
Really my list is small, I have asked for running socks, a cd and a couple of books. Simple things make me happy and seasons come and go, but the memories fill my heart. I wish you peace, joy and happiness. Giving is the true gift when done with a loving heart. All the items above were found at Etsy, support artists and their craft. Enjoy the day~ For me I have some wrapping to do and to finish my handmade gifts for my kids, family and friends......tick tock, I better get going.... only 9 days left!!

Goodbye Friend, we will miss you.

Sigh....this is hard.

Yesterday we lost our dog, Chomper.

He was 12 and we didnt want him to suffer anymore.

He couldnt use his front paws and his pain medicine wasn't working anymore.

We will miss your love, your a good boy.

Rest now, my love.

WInter Wonderland

Hi Friends,

Go check out a fabulous Ebay listing by my friends at Spooky Time Jingles. We each handcrafted an ornament, special tree top, and a fabulously cute handmade tree skirt. This is a collectors dream. Here is a picture of the tree. Good Luck!

Here is my polka dotted snow fella......merry wishes!!

First snow.....

Today, I awoke to the snow plow on the streets. I have to say I was not excited for the snow chores, the shoveling, the paw wiping (for our four legged children), and making sure my two legged children don't lose there gloves. I know, I know we go through so many sets of warm gear, but a girl can dream. I love the magic though, the tree branches, the glitter in fresh show and the peacefulness. Our puppy Huck went out for his first run.....he loved it!
Enjoy the day friends......

December already...are you ready??

Are you ready for the tree trimming, present wrapping and cookie making? Well, I can't help you with the last two, but if you looking for unique handmade ornaments go to Spooky Time Jingles and each day we are offering lovely delights for your tree. It starts today so hurry on over.....click on the logo above. Enjoy

Happy Thanksgiving!!

I am blessed to have a wonderful family and great friends. At this time of thanks, I hope all of you have a joyous day filled with family, fun and great food!!

Swap goodies.....

I have been under the clay for a few days, since my hands are clean I thought I would share some pics. Here is a swap I did with a bear maker......Nancy. Go check out her cuddly critters, they are so lovely. Thanks Viv for hosting a great swap. Check out Viv's blog for pics, might be a tad early, but check back soon :)Also, I wanted to thank all the orders that came from Spooky Time Jingles. Here are a couple of pictures of some new ornies, custom orders, so they will be traveling to new homes. If your interested, drop me a line. I am only taking orders until Dec. 1

The last one is for a breast cancer survivor, her dress reads, "HOPE". There will more of these to come, thanks for taking a peek and enjoy the weekend :)