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http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-52305375195340781892012-01-06T08:13:00.001-06:002012-01-06T08:14:35.280-06:00Senior Artisan Finale!<b>Ruth from California has a shop on Artfire called: </b><a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/rssdesignsinfiber" target="_blank"><b>RSS Designs In Fiber</b></a><br />
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<b>Ruth says </b>"My interests in Arts and Crafts led me into a variety of hobbies, some of which I studied quite seriously into adulthood: drawing, photography, sewing, crochet and knitting. I am inspired by the Nature all around me -- and this is heavily reflected in what I choose to make - including the Images In Fiber, which are usually either in Filet Crochet or Tapestry Crochet or Tapestry Knitting."<br />
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<b>Here are some of Ruth's marvelous creations:</b><br />
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<b><span style="background-color: blue;"><span style="background-color: #eeeeee;"></span><span style="background-color: #eeeeee;">Terry from Florida has a shop on Etsy called: </span></span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ClassyCutupsCreation?ref=em" target="_blank">Classy Cutup Creations</a></b><br />
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<b>Terry says: </b>"I have been making handmade cards, scrapbooks, and other crafts for many years, but had to beg, borrow, and steal an hour here or there to get anything done when my children were young and I was working! <br />
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In addition to teaching classes and offering Stampin’ Up! to everyone I see, I make custom, elegant cards, scrapbooks, and other creations for all occasions. If you see something you like for a wedding, birthday, shower, Christmas, or any other occasion, just let me know and I’ll take your order."<br />
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<b>Here are some of Terry's lovely items:</b><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img2.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.286566562.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://img2.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.286566562.jpg" width="239" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Six, Hand-crafted, 3-Dimensional, Masculine Birthday Cards and Box Set</span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img2.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.287160630.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="308" src="http://img2.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.287160630.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: small;">7" x 12" Handmade Accordion Scrapbook Album in Baja Breeze</span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img2.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.292983958.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="302" src="http://img2.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.292983958.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Hand-Crafted, 3-Dimensional, Stamped, Embossed and Layered Card</span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">Thanks to all the wonderful Senior Artisans that have submitted their shops for our review. Please visit them and tweet your favorite items and help promote each other. </span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></h1><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://countrylady.artfire.com
http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-77958729611266584132011-12-29T07:54:00.001-06:002011-12-29T07:54:00.189-06:00More Senior Artisan Spotlights<b><span style="color: red;"> Sandy lives in Florida and has two shops on Etsy</span>:</b> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/SandyCoastalDesigns?ref=si_shop" target="_blank"><b>Sandy Coastal Designs</b></a><b> and <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/CottageCreationsForU?ref=ss_profile" target="_blank">Cottage Creations For U.</a> Her profile reads: </b><br />
"I've been knitting for over 45 years, crocheting for over 43 years, sewing for over 46 years; taught English smocking in the 80's, then found my love for stained glass in 1991. Made and sold stained glass to individuals and home builders until 2005. Now I'm back full circle with my knit and crochet items."<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img2.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.261378334.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://img2.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.261378334.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Hand knit pixie hat - black & white - ready to ship - women's accessories</span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.258580676.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.258580676.jpg" width="285" /></a><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">Baby bear ear flap beanie - 3 to 6 mos - white - ready to ship - crochet - handmade</span></b></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"> </h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.270405815.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.270405815.jpg" width="225" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Quilted Christmas Ball Ornament - holly</span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">Sandy has both knit and crochet patterns and buttons available also. Please visit both shops for some truly lovely items!</span><b> </b></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b><span style="color: blue;">Zulema, a fellow Texan, has a shop on Etsy called:</span></b></span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b><span style="color: blue;"></span></b><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/getoutofthebox" target="_blank"><b>Get Out Of The Box</b></a></span></h1><b>Her profile reads: </b><br />
"Crochet, Avid Reader, Retired Early Childhood Teacher, Reinvented Myself, Entrepreneur Minded, Green Minded. Want to surround myself with natural fibers, yarn, repurposed fabric, vintage items, felt, wood, roses, lace and ribbons. Want to instill in little ones the art of weaving a story. And trying to get out of the box by creating OOAK items."<br />
Her announcement list the items she makes: c<b>rochet food, crochet hamburgers, walking canes, cane covers, mobility covers, designer canes, walking sticks, hiking sticks, story mats and more to come!</b><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img1.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.272228265.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.272228265.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Crochet, Walking Canes, Cane Cover, Designer Cane, Cane Accessories, Cane, Disabled, Senior Citizens, Mobility Covers</span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img2.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.273031590.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="http://img2.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.273031590.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Crochet Hamburger, Crochet Play Food, Crochet Food</span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.272232595.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.272232595.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Cane Covers, Cane Accessories, Designer Canes, Mobility Covers, Senior Citizens, Walking Sticks</span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">Check out her shop, I have never seen these items before! </span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
</span></h1><b style="color: magenta;">Debra from Arizona has a shop on Artfire called:</b><b> </b><a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/sewbizzygifts" target="_blank"><b>Sew Bizzy Gifts</b></a><br />
<b>Her profile reads: </b><br />
"I've been an avid crafter and seamstress for over 40 years, although I'm by no means an expert, and so I'm always learning new things and techniques involving crafting and sewing. I have been selling successfully online for 12 years now and have learned a lot along the way. Hopefully I will keep learning for a long time to come!<br />
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Sew Bizzy Gifts is a variety shop featuring handcrafted and handmade gift items of all sorts including photo greeting cards, accessories, keychains, jewelry, eyeglass cases, photo frames, pocket tissue cases, checkbook covers, passport cases, and so much more! All are unique, useful<span class="read_more_hidden" style="display: inline;"> and best of all, affordable - great to give or keep!"</span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--23813_product_1667218662_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--23813_product_1667218662_thumb_large.jpg" width="311" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Swarovski Crystal and Sterling Handmade Earrings, Orange Yellow Topaz</span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--23813_product_1143220269_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="211" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--23813_product_1143220269_thumb_large.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Chili Peppers Fabric and Vinyl Checkbook Cover Standard and Duplicates</span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--23813_product_1331139969_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--23813_product_1331139969_thumb_large.jpg" width="281" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Batik Sea Turtle Fabric and Vinyl Photo Album Brag Book Card Case</span></h2><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">Debra has quite a variety of items! Visit her shop to see them all!</span></h2><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: small;"> Ann from Connecticut has a shop on Etsy called:</span><b> </b><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/AnickasCottage?ref=si_shop" target="_blank"><b>Anicka's Cottage</b></a></span></h2><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">Her bio reads:</span> <span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;">"I love designing and sewing easy to wear clothing and accessories.Most styles are basic,yet versatile, using unique premium fabrics which are easy to care for.</span></h2>I have always believed that life is to short to sew on Cheap Fabric!<br />
I work side by side with two professional grade sewing machines, one to make professional inner seams, and one to finish with decorative stitches.<br />
Each fleece accessories have my own "Anicka U.S.A." label which states fabric content,and care instructions,origin U.S.A."<br />
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<h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Solid Lipstick Red Fleece Neck Warmer and Head Scarf Hood</span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img1.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.297063325.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.297063325.jpg" width="307" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span> </h1><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Silky Soft Dark Brown Faux Fur Mink Infinity Circle Scarf Long Wide and Warm</span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.123166431.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.123166431.jpg" width="313" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">By The Sea Large Artsy Shell Pink Rhinestone Collage Pendant Necklace</span></h1><b>Visit Ann's shop to see all the lovely handmade clothes and accessories!</b><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://countrylady.artfire.com
http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-36911119359494062482011-12-25T13:06:00.000-06:002011-12-25T13:06:26.329-06:00Merry Christmas to All!<b>Merry Christmas to everyone ...</b><br />
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http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-22417437870547113542011-12-23T07:40:00.000-06:002011-12-23T07:40:58.740-06:00More Senior Artisans!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><b>Judy has two shops on Etsy, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtsyCrafty">Artsy Crafty</a> and <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/FrogsandChicks">Frogs and Chicks</a> </b><br />
<b>that have the most beautiful infant and toddler sized clothes!</b><br />
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<b>Judy says </b><br />
"I am addicted to sewing and crafting. I get much enjoyment out of doing things with my hands, and crafting ideas and patterns. I love making one of a kind (OOAK) and limited number items, often created with my own hand drawn and hand cut appliques..."<br />
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<b>You can see the love in these handmade clothes!</b> <br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.252745331.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.252745331.jpg" width="268" /></a><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">Snowman Faces Border Dress, size 12 months</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img1.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.128145125.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.128145125.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="font-weight: normal; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Ship Ahoy 2 piece infant boys short set, size 6 months</b></span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.225282587.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.225282587.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Yellow Bird, 2 Piece Set, size 6 months</span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">If you have toddler or infant grandkids, this is the shop for you! Judy has some adorable outfits that she has made with special care!</span></h1><h1 style="font-weight: normal; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"> <b>Shannon of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/FabBeads">FabBeads</a> and </b></span><b><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/freyjaglasswear"><span class="shopname wrap "><span style="font-size: small;">FreyjaGlasswear</span></span></a><span style="font-size: small;"> says:</span></b></h1><h1 style="font-weight: normal; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">"Designing jewelry is my passion. I also LOVE to shop. I’ve spent countless hours online searching for those perfect beads and findings that suit my “style”. Of course, my “style” is constantly changing as the inspiration flows, so I’m always on the hunt for more. All of our artisan-made lampwork boro glass cabochons are made in-house by my son, glass artist Nathan Kjernisted. With a passion for glass, Nathan creates unique glass cabochons of outstanding quality and craftmanship."</span></h1><h1 style="font-weight: normal; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Here are some true "jewels":</b></span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.286708828.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.286708828.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Lampwork Glass Cabochon Blue, Teal, Cream B201</span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.105331848.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.105331848.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Filigree Lampwork Dichroic Cabochon Necklace, Earrings Set N529</span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.105336704.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.105336704.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="font-weight: normal; text-align: center;"> </h1><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Bird Necklace, Lampwork Glass Bead N542</span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">Wow! Lovely items, Shannon!</span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">Deb of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/PaperCreationsbyDeb">PaperCreationsbyDeb</a> produces Handcrafted Scrapbooking and Paper Supplies </span><span style="font-size: small;">on Etsy. Deb says:</span></h1><h1 style="font-weight: normal; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">"I am a multimedia artist who specializes in expressing myself through paper. I love creating new designs and altering old ones in my little home studio here in Vermont."</span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img1.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.268578577.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="279" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.268578577.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Vintage Music Sheets set of 5 vintage promo sheets</span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img2.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.261621330.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://img2.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.261621330.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Christmas tags, set of 10 vintage style tags</span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.283708707.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.283708707.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"> </h1><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Paper Buttons set of 60 red embossed chipboard buttons</span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Check out Deb's lovely paper creations!</span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">Jill of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/jill2day">jill2day</a> on Etsy says:</span></h1>"My sweaters came from the love of textures and cuddly sweaters - and the lack of patience to knit the unique sweaters I wanted to wear! I started experimenting with using some of my quilt piecing techniques to make new sweaters out of old ones. Since then, new techniques (and new machines) have made producing them both structurally better and more efficient. <br />
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All sweaters, scarves, afghans and wrist warmers are repurposed and reconstructed - as am I! I used to be in the corporate world, but have successfully reconstructed myself into a full time artist making these one-of-a-kind garments!"<br />
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http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-67782929034141440682011-12-08T10:16:00.001-06:002011-12-08T17:03:54.054-06:00Senior Artisan Spotlights<b>More creative handmade items from our Seniors</b>!<br />
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<b>Betty at <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/countrylady">Homespun Alley</a> says: "</b> <br />
I love all things crafty, antiques of all kinds, sewing, and vintage galore. My mail order business started with www.leescandles.com and has been in business for over 17 years. I added Grandma Betty's Body Butter products about 9 years ago. I have two daughters and one is Lady Artisan, on Etsy.. My other daughter is very busy being a Mom to 4 adopted kids and one 2 year old. "<br />
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<b>Newest listing are these adorable lip butter covers:</b><br />
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Different scents available including unscented.</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--4845_product_1616895824_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--4845_product_1616895824_thumb_large.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Repurposed Canvas Wallet</b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b> <span style="color: purple;">Lots of stocking stuffers here so visit and tweet your favorite items!</span></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Kay at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/retrosplurge">RetroSplurge</a> says: "</b>My grandmother taught me to crochet. My mother showed me how to shop. My father taught me how to serve, and I taught myself how to make beaded jewelry. My education is in Horticulture and Retail Floristry. I am a gardener, an animal lover, and a craft designer in various media. As a former flea market seller, I feel I have found a more suitable venue here at Etsy."</div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Some Kay's wonderful creations:</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.212841352.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.212841352.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Sterling Silver Wirewrapped, Fluorite Carved Gemstone Leaves, Dragonfly Toggle Clasp, Large Bracelet</span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img2.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.273365226.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://img2.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.273365226.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Fingerless Gloves, Crocheted, Winter White, Open Stitch Roses Leaves Buttons Accents Acrylic Blend Yarn</span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.278230703.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.278230703.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Crochet Bottle Cozy Aqua Blue Handmade Acrylic Water Tote Shoulder Strap Handle Textured Sleeve</span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: purple;">Lovely creations, Kay! Please visit her shop on Etsy and tweet your favorites! </span></span></h1><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Marilyn of Marily1545 says: "</b>A little about myself. I'm an artist. A person who creates is an artist.No matter what the medium. and I've worked with many. I love making jewelry, I started doing so because I couldn't always find what I wanted. By the way I was born in Nevada, (and that is pronounced Nevada with a long A sound on the middle A) Iowa, lived in Maxwell , Iowa. Moved to Calif. when I was 9. Lived in Tracy CA. until 5 yrs ago I now live in Lodi, Cal. (N. Ca)."</div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Marilyn's creations: </b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img2.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.123739706.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://img2.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.123739706.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">3 Strand Chalk Turquoise Necklace</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.173706048.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="319" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.173706048.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">3 Strand Black and White Swarovski Crystal Dagger Necklace</span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.281713508.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="318" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.281713508.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Necklace Pink Marble, Green Aventurine, Purple Glass, Gold Findings</span></h1><b><span style="color: purple;">Lots of choices here! Please visit her Etsy shop and tweet your favorites!</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: purple;"><span style="color: black;">Ginny of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/WestCoastCraftyGirls">West Coast Crafty Girls</a> and <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/cozycatdesigns">CozyCatDesigns</a> says: </span></span></b>"Creating is fun. I grew up in a home that valued creating things. My earliest memories of crafting is when my mother taught me to use her sewing machine. We always had a special crafting room with tables full of lots of supplies that had been collected from nature and yard sales. We had a little bit of everything. At one point we had a basement full of ceramic molds and a kiln for firing our creations, rock tumblers, and the list goes on and on. I am also on Etsy at <a href="http://cozycatdesigns.etsy.com/" target="_blank">CozyCatDesigns.etsy.com</a>. Cozy Cat Designs has handcrafted unique cat beds and gifts for cat lovers. If you love cats or are looking for a special gift for a cat lover, please check out my shop."<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.279721899.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.279721899.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Picture - Dragonfly Wall Hanging: Wet Felted Merino Wool Original from my Dragonfly Series. 22" x 13". A Dragonfly is symbolic of Freedom</span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.266975560.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.266975560.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Small Felted Cat Bed - Cave - Handcrafted felted cat bed, brown wool. Washable. Designer Cat Beds</span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.264367420.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.264367420.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />
<h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Bracelet Bangle Charm, in gold, copper, black, silver polymer clay. FREE SHIPPING USA. </span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.287466451.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.287466451.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">CAT BED: Bed is made without seams by Wet Felting Wool, Flower is Wet Felted and Attached by Sewing. Also great for a small dog.</span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Unique wonderful gifts to choose from, have fun visiting their shops and be sure and tweet your favorite items.</b></span></h1><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://countrylady.artfire.com
http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-56501048069172062982011-11-27T09:31:00.000-06:002011-11-27T09:31:11.850-06:00More Senior Artisan Spotlights<b>Our first spotlighted senior has two shops, <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/jazzitupjewelrydesign">Jazzitup Jewelry Design</a> on Artfire and <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/chickenlittlejewelry">ChickenLittleJewelry</a> on Etsy.</b><br />
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<b>Her profile reads: </b><br />
My jewelry designs are meticulously constructed by hand using a mix of interesting beads,findings,sterling,PMC,hand forged wire wrapping and sometimes recycled echo friendly vintage components,using wire guards and crimp covers where necessary for a professional finish. I hope you will find my designs fresh and exciting. My creations are available in numerous local brick and mortar shops as well as on line. I am a proud member of SRAJD Self Representing Artisan Jewelry Design member #1564. On the personal side my profession is a floral designer coupled with the jewelry design I am fortunate enough to say my work has never been work just a pleasure.<br />
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Mom to four married daughters and Mom Mom to 9 wonderful grandchildren as well as a great animal lover my four Yorkshire Terriers and one Maltese and two cats keep me company and give me comfort as I work. <br />
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<b>She says her jewelry is imaginative and it truly is as you can see below!</b><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--120000--99232_product_118682199_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="269" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--120000--99232_product_118682199_thumb_large.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Rhodonite Pink Gemstone Flower Wire Wrapped Bracelet</span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_fullxfull.279237439.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="246" src="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_fullxfull.279237439.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span><span style="font-size: small;">Green Vintage Japan Beaded Three Piece Jewelry Set</span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.279316760.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="280" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.279316760.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Pink Blue Rhinestone Runway Necklace Bracelet Set</span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">Awesome pieces she has created, please visit both her shops!</span></h1><h1 class="shop-name"><span style="font-size: small;"> <span style="color: purple;">Now here is one very busy senior with three shops</span>: <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/RedbirdOriginals">Redbird Originals</a> on Artfire and <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/redbirdoriginals">Etsy</a> and <span class="shopname wrap "><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ragadeadolls">RagaDeaDolls</a> on Etsy.</span></span></h1><h2><span style="font-size: small;">Jeanne's</span><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="shopname wrap "> profile reads: </span></span></h2>I am a wife to a very patient husband who has put up with a lot of projects over our marriange. For years I'm not sure if he knew we had a dining room table. Now that the children are all gone, I actually have a sewing room. Big Yeh! I have 2 sons, 1 daughter, 1 daughter-in-law and one very sweet little granddaughter. My house is also shared with 1 dog, 3 cats and 1 very easy to care for Beta fish. I am a life long resident of South Carolina. I have always enjoyed sewing and creating things. This shop gives me the opportunity and excuse to make things and make some money to buy more cloth to make more things. Yes I love to fabric shop.<br />
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<b>A few of her amazing items:</b> <br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.124563600.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.124563600.jpg" width="232" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Tulip Reusable Market or Shopping Bag</span></h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--60000--38805_product_766654515_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--60000--38805_product_766654515_thumb_large.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Rag Doll Kelly with Brown Hair and Eyes</span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img1.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.213237241.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.213237241.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Doll Clothes Fun Zebra Print Blouse and Red Pants Set for 18 inch Fashion Doll</span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">There are some wonderful Christmas gifts in her shops so be sure and stop by!</span></h1><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"> <span style="color: purple;">Debra has two shops on Artfire:</span> <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/sleepycatdesigns">Sleepy Cat Designs</a> and <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/SewBizzyGifts">Sew Bizzy Gifts</a> and says: </span></h1>I have been making things for about 40 years now, and I am a true cat lover. I cannot get enough of cat fabrics, cat jewelry, cat accessories. <br />
Yep, I am a cat-a-holic. I only have one kitty to share my life with but he is the inspiration for all things cat in my life. His name is Chester, and I will mention him a lot on this site at various times. I wish I could have more cats but I have to settle for one right now! I love the beauty and grace of these little creatures and how the purring furry presence of my feline friend makes me feel better physically and emotionally. Pets of all kinds are great therapy and so much more fun and usually less expensive!<br />
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<b>Debra's lovely creations:</b><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--90000--76564_product_854335203_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--90000--76564_product_854335203_thumb_large.jpg" width="284" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Kitty Cat and Mouse Fabric Notepad, Bookmark and Card Case Gift Set</span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--90000--76564_product_1606536418_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--90000--76564_product_1606536418_thumb_large.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Handmade Blue Camouflage Fabric Safety Cat Kitten Collar, Adjustable</span></h2><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--23813_product_838992250_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--23813_product_838992250_thumb_large.jpg" width="227" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Swarovski Crystal Leaf Pendant</span></h2><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">Debra is a lady of may talents, please visit her shops!</span></h2><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Lots of sales are going on too, so get your Christmas gifts while they last!</span></h2><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://countrylady.artfire.com
http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-60762406287861559672011-11-24T08:12:00.000-06:002011-11-24T08:12:37.787-06:00Be Thankful - Happy Thanksgiving<a href="http://www.earlyamerica.com/earlyamerica/firsts/thanksgiving/thanksgiving.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" src="http://www.earlyamerica.com/earlyamerica/firsts/thanksgiving/thanksgiving.jpg" style="display: block; height: 867px; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; width: 288px;" /></a><br />
This historic proclamation was issued by George Washington during his first year as President. It sets aside Thursday, November 26 as "A Day of Publick Thanksgiving and Prayer." <br />
Signed by Washington on October 3, 1789 and entitled "General Thanksgiving," the decree appointed the day "to be observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts the many and signal favors of Almighty God." <br />
While there were Thanksgiving observances in America both before and after Washington's proclamation, this represents the first to be so designated by the new national government.<br />
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<h1 class="firsth1" style="text-align: center;">General Thanksgiving</h1><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">By the PRESIDENT of the United States Of America </span></div><h2 style="text-align: center;">A PROCLAMATION </h2>WHEREAS it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly to implore His protection and favour; and Whereas both Houfes of Congress have, by their joint committee, requefted me "to recommend to the people of the United States a DAY OF PUBLICK THANSGIVING and PRAYER, to be observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts the many and signal favors of Almighty God, especially by affording them an opportunity peaceably to eftablifh a form of government for their safety and happiness:"<br />
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NOW THEREFORE, I do recommend and affign THURSDAY, the TWENTY-SIXTH DAY of NOVEMBER next, to be devoted by the people of thefe States to the fervice of that great and glorious Being who is the beneficent author of all the good that was, that is, or that will be; that we may then all unite in rendering unto Him our fincere and humble thanksfor His kind care and protection of the people of this country previous to their becoming a nation; for the fignal and manifold mercies and the favorable interpofitions of His providence in the courfe and conclufion of the late war; for the great degree of tranquility, union, and plenty which we have fince enjoyed;-- for the peaceable and rational manner in which we have been enable to eftablish Conftitutions of government for our fafety and happinefs, and particularly the national one now lately instituted;-- for the civil and religious liberty with which we are bleffed, and the means we have of acquiring and diffufing useful knowledge;-- and, in general, for all the great and various favours which He has been pleafed to confer upon us.<br />
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And also, that we may then unite in moft humbly offering our prayers and fupplications to the great Lord and Ruler of Nations and befeech Him to pardon our national and other tranfgreffions;-- to enable us all, whether in publick or private ftations, to perform our feveral and relative duties properly and punctually; to render our National Government a bleffing to all the people by conftantly being a Government of wife, juft, and conftitutional laws, difcreetly and faithfully executed and obeyed; to protect and guide all fovereigns and nations (especially fuch as have shewn kindnefs unto us); and to blefs them with good governments, peace, and concord; to promote the knowledge and practice of true religion and virtue, and the increafe of fcience among them and us; and, generally to grant unto all mankind fuch a degree of temporal profperity as he alone knows to be beft.<br />
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GIVEN under my hand, at the city of New-York, the third day of October, in the year of our Lord, one thousand feven hundred and eighty-nine. <br />
(signed) G. Washington<br />
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Note: Most of the letters 'f' are actually the letter 's'. I haven't researched this usage as yet so if anyone knows about it please leave a comment.<br />
Count all your God given blessings this day and enjoy your family and friends!<div class="blogger-post-footer">http://countrylady.artfire.com
http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-64641419939289550822011-11-20T09:58:00.001-06:002011-11-20T10:00:35.997-06:00Senior Artisan Spotlights<b>We are spotlighting two of our wonderfully talented Senior Artisans today.</b><br />
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<b>Karen at <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/bio/KConkle">Eco Crochet Creations</a> not only crochets useful items but also very attractive items!</b> <b>She says: "</b>I confess! I'm hooked on crochet! I rarely sit down to watch TV without my crochet in hand. As soon as I complete one project, I can't wait to get started on a new one. Like many crocheters, I have made my share of baby blankets, afghans and scarves. But when I stumbled upon plastic bag crochet, I knew I had found my niche. There's nothing like creating a useful item out of discarded or unwanted materials and knowing that I am contributing to a worthy cause."<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--90000--78135_product_717537267_4_thumb_medium.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="173" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--90000--78135_product_717537267_4_thumb_medium.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Eco-Friendly Crocheted Cuff Bracelet Made From Yellow and Black Plarn</span></h2><div style="text-align: center;"><b></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--90000--78135_product_111263958_5_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="257" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--90000--78135_product_111263958_5_thumb_large.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Crocheted Market Tote Bag Made From Blue and White Upcycled Plarn</span></h2><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">And my favorite because it is cotton and washable!</span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--90000--78135_product_47031018_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="227" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--90000--78135_product_47031018_thumb_large.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Crocheted Eco Friendly Cottlon Washable Reusable Swiffer Sweeper Cloth</span></h2><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Karen also makes Kitchen Scrubbies, gift bags, small purses and pouches, cozies, and totes of all sizes!</span></h2><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"> <br />
<a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/KatsAllThat">KatsAllThat Artisan Jewelry</a> in California has some truly lovely pieces! She says, "My love of gemstones began a many years ago. I started collecting, learning and growing to love the absolute beauty mother earth creates. I have a special fondness for Agates and Jaspers. In 2007 I ventured into making my own jewelry and began selling in 2008. The name KatsAllThat actually came from one of my cats, Munchie. Munchie loves the beads as much as I do and you could often find him nosing around my beading supplies and pulling at the beads. We lost our darling Munchie in May 2010."</span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--327_product_2063600948_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--327_product_2063600948_thumb_large.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Chunky 19 inch Black Gold Amazonite Graduated Necklace Set</span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--327_product_848543428_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--327_product_848543428_thumb_large.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Multi-Strand Popcorn Freshwater Pearl w Mookaite 19 inch Necklace</span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--327_product_107030325_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--327_product_107030325_thumb_large.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">Fossil Jasper, Red Winter Jasper & Czech Fuschia Gemstone Bracelet</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">Please visit all our Senior Artisan shops and tweet your favorite items!</span></b></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://countrylady.artfire.com
http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-7964423801894670612011-11-10T10:15:00.000-06:002011-11-10T10:15:15.647-06:00Senior Artisans Spotlighted<b>I have decided I better spotlight more then one at a time or I will not get everyone promoted until after the New Year!</b><br />
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<b>The following are numbers 4, 5, and 6 on our list of Senior Artisans with shops/studios on Artfire and Etsy.</b><br />
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<b>SS from <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/sswoodcraft">SS Woodcraft</a> is an amazing wood craftsman and has the perfect gifts for kids and grand kids and adults (see the earrings below)! </b><br />
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<b>He says:</b><br />
"My Dad was a master carpenter and cabinet maker, who taught me all I know about woodworking. I spent over 40 years working with wood, as a hobbyist, carpenter, cabinet maker, and independent remodeling contractor. You might say I've got sawdust in my blood. (My wife says it's in my socks). I am no longer able to do any heavy work, but I'm sure having fun designing and making my line of toys and smaller items. My favorite pass time is making realistic toy tools and appliances for the little ones. Another item that is very popular is my line of walking canes. I have three different handgun shaped designs and now I have to carry extra canes in my car because people want to buy the one I'm using out from under me. Thanks again for dropping by. I hope to be adding new items soon, so be sure to check back often."<br />
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<b>For the kids:</b> <br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--60000--32628_product_626039770_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--60000--32628_product_626039770_thumb_large.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>Amazing work!</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>For Adults:</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--60000--32628_product_1959776116_2_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--60000--32628_product_1959776116_2_thumb_large.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><b>Adorable!</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b> </b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>SS has so much more creative works so visit his studio and pick yours!</b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b> </b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b> </b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Pegg of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/peggmackodesigns">Pegg Macko Designs</a> on Etsy has her own line of fingerless gloves called Wooliepeggs!</b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>She says:</b></div>"Besides my artistic work, I am a teaching assistant in a Nursery School. I love working with the little children. I have some other part-time jobs, too. I love to be busy!<br />
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My understanding husband and I have been married for 27 years, and together we have a Daughter (18) and Son (13).<br />
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My dream has always been to have a place to sell the items I make--well, other than my dining room table. So here I am world! Let's shop!!!"<br />
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<b>Pegg's Wooliepeggs:</b><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.196023567.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://img3.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.196023567.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b> Perfect for those cold nights!</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img1.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.212879745.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://img1.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.212879745.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Isn't this color luscious? </b> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.231196988.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://img0.etsystatic.com/il_570xN.231196988.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Ribbon Hair Clips</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b> </b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Pegg is a marvel with all these wonderful creative items. Visit her shop to find a really special gift for Christmas this year.</b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b> </b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b> </b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Irena at <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/Gingers-Garden">Ginger's Garden</a> is another amazing person that is a Licensed Esthetician and Certified Aromatherapist! I can smell the wonderful aromas in her studio!</b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b> </b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>She says:</b></div>"I was born in Prague, Czech Republic. I am a third generation Aromatherapist, herbalist, soapmaker & skin care manufacturer. As a child I remember grandma making soap outside in a big kettle over an open fire. The lye was made by pouring ashes over rain water which my grandma collected during the rainy season. When she had enough lye, she would suspend an egg to see if the lye was strong enough. If the egg sank, the lye was too strong. If the egg just barely floated on the top of the water, the lye wasn't strong enough. But, if the egg submerged just half way, the lye was just right. She collected grease drippings in the kitchen in an empty coffee can. This soap was mostly used to wash laundry and dirty dishes. Our clothes were washed in a tin tub with a wooden washboard. <br />
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I am following in their footsteps. Nowadays we have it easy. Different types of oils, butters, pre-made lye or fragrant oils are more readily available. I still think of magic when I make lotion with yellow or green oils & it comes out white, or when my soap comes to trace, so I can pour it in my mold."<div style="text-align: left;"><b><br />
</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--2511_product_300124243_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--2511_product_300124243_thumb_large.jpg" width="177" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Natural Facial Serum with pure Aromatherapy Jasmine & Rose Oil</span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--2511_product_293757862_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--2511_product_293757862_thumb_large.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Two Purple Iris Flowers Handcrafted Glycerin Soaps in a gift box</span></h2><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">For Men: </span></h2><br />
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Enjoy these Senior artisans and help promote them by visiting and tweeting your favorite items!</span></h2><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://countrylady.artfire.com
http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-18342811715233525002011-11-03T08:13:00.000-05:002011-11-03T08:13:54.253-05:00Blogfire Blitz from Homespun Alley to Cozy Stitches<b>I promised to be part of the Blogfire Blitz and share something from my shop and then introduce another artisan on Artfire. </b><br />
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<b>So I want to share my muslin ribbons:</b><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>These are made from unbleached muslin and have that wonderful 'country' look. Some are stamped and some are painted with fabric inks. They are 100% cotton and can be reused and are washable.</b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>I am working on making fabric wrapping from muslin and from lovely scarves and fabrics I have collected from estate and garage sales. These fabric wraps will be in all sizes from 16" up to 48" and can be used for all your gift giving. Fabric wrapping is so eco-friendly, reusable and will bless the socks of your gift recipient! So stay tuned and I will have some listed soon.</b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b> </b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>We are finally getting a chill in the air around here and know the chill is truly there in some areas already! I invite you to visit <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/product_view/cozy/61312/rectangular_fringed_shawl_in_gray__rust_and_cream/handmade/knitting/accessories/shawl">Cozy Stitches</a> for a beautiful handmade shawl that is so prefect for keeping that chill away from your neck!</b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br />
</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--3866_product_528843969_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--3866_product_528843969_thumb_large.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>The colors are so gorgeous and it measures 22" x 62"</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
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http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-70036262875651285182011-11-01T09:50:00.000-05:002011-11-01T09:50:15.366-05:00Senior Artisan Spotlight - The Singing Beader<b>Our third Senior to be spotlighted is the delightful <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/Thesingingbeader">The Singing Beader</a> studio on Artfire, owned by Connie Morilak.</b><br />
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<b>Connie says: "</b>I have an insatiable passion for making jewelry and creating pieces that are professionally constructed. Gemstones are my favorite to work with because of the colors, textures and history. I'm very fond of hematite, amazonite, snowflake obsidian and jasper, just to name a few. I also love working with crystals and have several Swarovski crystal necklaces, chokers and earrings. If you are looking for musical instrument jewelry, you have come to the right studio. I am adding new pieces all the time, so be sure to check back.<b>"</b><br />
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<b>Her lovely works includes:</b><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--60000--51970_product_1289757711_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--60000--51970_product_1289757711_thumb_large.jpg" width="319" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="font-weight: normal; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">Maple leaf burgundy brown glossy ceramic pendant necklace leather cord</span></b></h2><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="font-weight: normal; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--60000--51970_product_1405386302_3_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="280" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--60000--51970_product_1405386302_3_thumb_large.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Navy dark blue pearl necklace sterling silver chain</span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--60000--51970_product_1739545601_2_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--60000--51970_product_1739545601_2_thumb_large.jpg" width="319" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Brecciated jasper red rust gemstone necklace long 22k gold pewter</span></h2><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"> I was curious how Connie got the name for her studio and she says, "<span style="font-weight: normal;">... Singing has been a passion of mine for many years. Since I also have a passion for making jewelry, naming my shop "The Singing Beader" was a perfect choice. I sing on a website called "Singer's Showcase" where my listening fans leave wonderful compliments.<b>"</b></span></span></h2><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>I think my favorite is the jasper piece but it sure is hard to decide!</b></span></span></h2><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><b> Please visit her studio and tweet your favorite item!</b></span></span><b> </b></h2><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://countrylady.artfire.com
http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-1575108455924771512011-10-27T09:56:00.000-05:002011-10-27T09:56:14.371-05:00Senior Artisan Spotlight - Baskets By Rose<b>Our second Senior to spotlight is Rose Clawson who has a shop on Artfire called <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/Basketsbyrose">Baskets By Rose</a> and a shop on Etsy called <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/basketsbyrose">Baskets By Rose</a></b><br />
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<b>In her Bio, she says, "</b>I have been weaving baskets since 1993, and sell at local markets, and shows. Sewing is another pass time of mine, and I love to make quilts. The baskets and quilts I make are never the same, they all turn out a little different. I enjoy doing custom work for people, and making them a basket to fit into their life style."<br />
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<b>Samples of her beautiful work:</b><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--6924_product_497647452_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="242" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--6924_product_497647452_thumb_large.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="font-weight: normal; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">Handwoven Basket with Rolling Pin handle</span></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--6924_product_279390496_2_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="238" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--6924_product_279390496_2_thumb_large.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Corner Hutch Baskets custom made</span></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--6924_product_1012356120_3_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--30000--6924_product_1012356120_3_thumb_large.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Fall Fabric Quilt</span></h2><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="font-weight: normal; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">I love all things country</span><span style="font-size: small;"> and my favorite is the basket with rolling pin! You can tell Rose truly makes these with love! </span></b></h2><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="font-weight: normal; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">Rose also does custom work as you can see from her custom seats. Rose is very active and has two blogs you will want to visit!</span></b></h2><b>http://basketsbyrosebasketsbyrose.blogspot.com </b><br />
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http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-42059713165358303442011-10-22T09:50:00.000-05:002011-10-22T09:50:23.376-05:00Our First Senior Artisan Spotlight - Metal Artistry<b>Thanks to all "Seniors" who have submitted a shop or studio!</b> <b>We now have 24 on the list (see first column to the right).</b><br />
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<b>I encourage everyone to visit the other shops/studios and tweet an item you like. If you have a blog you may want to mention our list and/or do a post about one of the shops/studios. </b><br />
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<b>The first senior to submit a studio was <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/bio/Metal_Artistry">Lynn Jones</a> (see her Bio) who owns <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/Metal_Artistry">Metal Artistry</a>.</b><br />
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<b>Lynn says "</b>I am not about a particular style becuase my work is simply a culmination of everything I have learned up till now. I constantly try to learn new things, develop new skills and stretch what is already a very active imagination.<b>"</b><br />
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<b>Samples of her beautiful work: </b><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--90000--86457_product_1549098783_2_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="305" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--90000--86457_product_1549098783_2_thumb_large.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="font-weight: normal; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">Long Copper Leaf Necklace With Pearl Accents by Metal Artistry</span></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--90000--86457_product_112346139_3_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--90000--86457_product_112346139_3_thumb_large.jpg" width="288" /></a> </b></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="font-weight: normal; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: small;">Jade Bracelet & Earrings in pale green with Copper Accents set</span></b></h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--90000--86457_product_301056897_thumb_large.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://static.artfire.com/admin/product_images/thumbs/--90000--86457_product_301056897_thumb_large.jpg" width="314" /></a></div><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="font-weight: normal; text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: small;"> Sterling Silver Ring red agate with Orange</span></b></h2><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="color: black; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span>I love what she says in her Bio: <i>Drawing classes led to ceramic classes which led to painting classes, which led to beading classes and books, and books, and tutorials, and more work. This jewelry is the result of observations of a lifetime. Never quit learning, observing and practicing.</i></span></span></h2><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="color: black; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span>Lynn's work is some of the most beautiful and creative I have seen! </span></span></h2><h2 class="heading_font_color center" id="product_name" style="color: purple; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;">Please visit her studio and add to your favorites, tweet your favorite item! </span> </span></span></h2><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://countrylady.artfire.com
http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-37837215607133607872011-10-16T06:00:00.000-05:002011-10-15T20:50:48.692-05:00Invitation to Senior Artisans on Artfire & Etsy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>This is an open invitation for all artist and crafters who are Seniors on Artfire and Etsy to submit your studio/shop to be included in a "Senior's Studio" list in the right column. </b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>I will be doing a post for each studio/shop submitted. Just want to connect with other seniors and have a list available so we can all visit and help promote each others studio/shop.</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Leave your link below and visit the others! </b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b> </b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b> </b></div><br />
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http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-58014851344209326682011-10-11T14:13:00.001-05:002011-10-15T20:15:26.633-05:00Origin of Left and Right<b>Have you heard this one? Good lesson!</b><br />
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<div style="font: 10pt Tahoma;"><div style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% rgb(245, 245, 245);"><div><b>Subject:</b> Origin Of Left & Right</div></div></div><div><br />
</div><div></div><div style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: tahoma,new york,times,serif; font-size: 14pt;"><div style="font-family: tahoma,new york,times,serif; font-size: 14pt;"><div style="font-family: times new roman,new york,times,serif; font-size: 12pt;"><div><div><div><div><div><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">I often wondered why it is that Conservatives are called the "right" and Liberals are called the "left". </span><span style="color: black; font-size: 10.5pt;"><br />
</span><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">By chance I stumbled upon this verse in the Bible: </span><span style="color: black; font-size: 10.5pt;"><br />
</span><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">"<i>The heart of the wise inclines to the right, but the heart of the fool to the left</i>." Ecclesiastes 10:2 (NIV) </span><span style="color: black; font-size: 10.5pt;"><br />
</span><i><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">Thus sayeth the Lord. Amen</span></i><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">. </span><span style="color: black; font-size: 10.5pt;"><br />
</span><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">Can't get any simpler than that. </span><span style="color: black; font-size: 10.5pt;"><br />
</span><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">Spelling lesson -- The last four letters in American.......I can.<br />
The last four letters in Republican.....I can.<br />
The last four letters in Democrats......rats. </span><span style="color: black; font-size: 10.5pt;"><br />
</span><span style="color: black; font-size: 13.5pt;">End of lesson. Test to follow in November, 2012.</span><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://countrylady.artfire.com
http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-88600461775351251822011-10-01T07:13:00.004-05:002011-10-01T08:23:48.818-05:00Fabric Wrapping<span id="goog_904004619"></span><span id="goog_904004619"><b><i>Bojagi or bobo </i>wrap originated in Korea. One sources says in the eighth century and another source says in the eleventh century. Women sewed left over scraps of fabric from making clothes to create beautiful quilt-like scarfs.</b> <b>These scarfs were used wrap, store, cover and transport all the things essential to everyday life.</b></span><br />
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<span id="goog_904004619"><b>With the advance in textile production furoshiki became mass produced and the Japanese would wrap gifts and the receipent would also keep the fabric wrapping cloth to reuse for personal use or to pass on by wrapping another gift and presenting it.</b></span><span id="goog_904004619"><b> </b></span><br />
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<span id="goog_904004619"><b>With the concern on 'green' and 'eco-friendly' and the desire to eliminating some of the plastic in our world furoshiki is the ideal solution.</b></span><span id="goog_904004619"><b> </b></span><br />
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<span id="goog_904004619"><b>This is an excellent way to recycle fabric and make some truly lovely pieces of "fabric wrapping". </b></span><br />
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<span id="goog_904004619"><b>This video shows some techniques of fabric wrapping: <br />
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<span id="goog_904004619"><b>All types of fabrics can be used: silk scarves, rayon and polyester blends, cottons, muslin (ideal for heavier items such as glass and books). </b></span><br />
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http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-54715188559627226982011-09-23T09:50:00.002-05:002011-09-23T09:54:18.896-05:00Crafts For The Kids<b>I found this site linked from another site and must share it! Called <a href="http://www.pennilessparenting.com/">Penniless Parenting</a>, this young mother, Penny, shares some wonderful <a href="http://www.pennilessparenting.com/2011/09/frugal-crafts-for-kids.html">Frugal Crafts for Kids</a>.</b><br />
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<b>She shares how to make your own bubbles and silly putty to mention only two. Lots of wonderful affordable ideas for crafting with your children.</b><br />
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<b>Her blog is a must visit, so hurry over and explore because she also has ideas for Frugal Kitchen Skills, Frugal Bath and Body, Frugal Housekeeping and much more! </b><br />
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http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-67711752793933893322011-09-18T14:04:00.000-05:002011-09-18T14:04:53.353-05:00Interesting Blogs, Articles & A Video<b>While visiting blogs I follow, answering emails, and surfing I came across some interesting things to share with my followers.</b><br />
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<a href="http://www.thehealthyhomeeconomist.com/2011/09/store-yogurt-wont-do-squat-for-your-health/"><b>Store Yogurt Won't Do Squat for Your Health</b></a><b> from <a href="http://www.thehealthyhomeeconomist.com/">Sarah at The Healthy Home Economist</a></b><br />
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<b>Sarah's blog is my most favorite site for all things healthy!</b><br />
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<b style="color: black;">Boatlift: An Untold Tale of 9/11 Resilience - Narrated by Tom Hanks</b><br />
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<a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_1105123279"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Free Printable Bookplates</span></b></a><b> from <a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_1105123288">The Gifted Blog</a></b><a href="http://www.thegiftedblog.com/"></a><br />
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<b>This is a must visit blog with the most amazing gift wrapping ideas you could ever imagine!</b><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://countrylady.artfire.com
http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-38995041154641175512011-09-16T09:50:00.000-05:002011-09-16T09:50:59.464-05:00Newest Listings<b>I love to go to garage and estate sales and collect every piece of lace, crochet, linen, embroidery and vintage fabric I can find.</b><br />
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<b>I have quite a collection of mint pieces and lots of scrap pieces. So I decided it is time to start sewing projects with these lovely pieces.</b><br />
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<b>The first item I listed recently is an embroidered linen collar made from a table scarf.</b><br />
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</b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>I don't know why the second picture came out pinkish. The first picture shows the actual ecru color. I only had to add a lovely button and stretch loop closure to complete this beauty! </b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>As a side note, don't forget that today is Constitution Day! Honor our Constitution and if you want copies I will mail you one for free! </b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b> </b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1eRfciSQvJfZPzRIz0SbrVXaQhKeLPocEqsVEuPgYiC0lvZbjn_XRcgv-P_UidSn36gPhb95VTWPVzu-PVPvl4rahtvQ7_TZd4OS6dAABKiVQEfUO0bzHS5w0z4UMLQa-rrh25UfZ-tk/s1600/ConstitutionDeclarationBrochure.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1eRfciSQvJfZPzRIz0SbrVXaQhKeLPocEqsVEuPgYiC0lvZbjn_XRcgv-P_UidSn36gPhb95VTWPVzu-PVPvl4rahtvQ7_TZd4OS6dAABKiVQEfUO0bzHS5w0z4UMLQa-rrh25UfZ-tk/s320/ConstitutionDeclarationBrochure.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><b>Just email me and let me know how many you need. rrsupply at gmail dot com</b><div style="text-align: center;"><b> </b></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://countrylady.artfire.com
http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-54527465924174247352011-09-11T08:28:00.000-05:002011-09-11T08:28:05.500-05:009/11 We Do Remember<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYGhCUqIf0ninOppcRtPZvRaWKxRqsQxKIY4HXvGwG2ML7wa0njUap9LWe5tXhap5uDwtvIP1gZKcU-JES0q_STl0D99aYcjqDzp6RJ1kO3Aiy0ZJ3zdbZoD7wQcBwIvu3rcXA9K2hyrI/s1600/911size175px-Ground_Zero_Spirit.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYGhCUqIf0ninOppcRtPZvRaWKxRqsQxKIY4HXvGwG2ML7wa0njUap9LWe5tXhap5uDwtvIP1gZKcU-JES0q_STl0D99aYcjqDzp6RJ1kO3Aiy0ZJ3zdbZoD7wQcBwIvu3rcXA9K2hyrI/s1600/911size175px-Ground_Zero_Spirit.jpg" /></a></div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO3v4gqzXBitKXQrS5XsBq0Vd0ToMe9J5IzUrWycB1JVXc0xEpHTZedgj0YAIjL5byMV3F0LbTPxLe0hx_kWzeKCMh3tb6-0UlMJAGxbQ1QeMg8RaP9ZxTYdecoVgdNovC8Fy6AvLjRYM/s1600/911t9ak_inmemoryofseptember11_1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="165" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO3v4gqzXBitKXQrS5XsBq0Vd0ToMe9J5IzUrWycB1JVXc0xEpHTZedgj0YAIjL5byMV3F0LbTPxLe0hx_kWzeKCMh3tb6-0UlMJAGxbQ1QeMg8RaP9ZxTYdecoVgdNovC8Fy6AvLjRYM/s320/911t9ak_inmemoryofseptember11_1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><b>Prayers to all those who lost someone on 9/11.</b><br />
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<b>Prayers and blessings to all those unsung heroes who gave so much to help others in need.</b><br />
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<b>God bless the United States of America, the land of the free and brave!</b><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://countrylady.artfire.com
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<tr> <td style="padding: 0in;" valign="top"> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div style="margin-bottom: 12pt;"> <div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 24pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">From my Tea Party friend, David Perez:</span></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 24pt;">LET'S SEE IF I'VE GOT THIS</span></b><span style="color: black;"> </span><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 24pt;">CORRECT - - -</span></b><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 18pt;">regarding 3 American Hikers Now In The NEWS</span></b><span style="color: black;"></span></div></div></div><div style="margin-bottom: 12pt;"> <div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: black;">IF YOU CROSS THE NORTH KOREAN BORDER</span></b><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="color: black;">ILLEGALLY YOU GET 12 YEARS HARD LABOR.</span></b><span style="color: black;"><b><br />
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IF YOU CROSS THE IRANIAN BORDER</b></span><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="color: black;">ILLEGALLY YOU ARE DETAINED INDEFINITELY.</span></b><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></b><span style="color: black;"><b><br />
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IF YOU CROSS THE AFGHAN BORDER</b></span><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="color: black;">ILLEGALLY, YOU GET SHOT.</span></b><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></b><span style="color: black;"><b><br />
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IF YOU CROSS THE SAUDI ARABIAN BORDER</b></span><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="color: black;">ILLEGALLY YOU WILL BE JAILED.</span></b><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></b><span style="color: black;"><b><br />
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IF YOU CROSS THE CHINESE BORDER</b></span><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="color: black;">ILLEGALLY YOU MAY NEVER BE HEARD FROM AGAIN.</span></b><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></b><span style="color: black;"><b><br />
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IF YOU CROSS THE VENEZUELAN BORDER ILLEGALLY YOU</b></span><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="color: black;">WILL BE BRANDED A SPY AND YOUR FATE WILL BE SEALED.</span></b><span style="color: black;"><b><br />
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IF YOU CROSS THE CUBAN BORDER ILLEGALLY</b></span><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="color: black;">YOU WILL BE THROWN INTO POLITICAL PRISON TO ROT.</span></b><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></b><span style="color: black;"></span><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 18pt;"><br />
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IF YOU CROSS THE U.S. BORDER ILLEGALLY YOU GET !</span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 18pt;"><br />
</span></b><span style="color: purple; font-size: small;"><b>A JOB, </b><b> </b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="color: purple;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>A DRIVERS LICENSE, </b><b> </b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="color: purple;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>SOCIAL SECURITY CARD,</b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="color: purple;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b> </b><b>WELFARE, </b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="color: purple;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>FOOD STAMPS, </b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="color: purple;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>CREDIT CARDS, </b><b> </b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="color: purple;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>SUBSIDIZED RENT OR A LOAN TO BUY A HOUSE, </b><b> </b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="color: purple;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>FREE EDUCATION, </b><b> </b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="color: purple;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>FREE HEALTH CARE,</b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: purple; font-size: small;"><b> </b><b>A LOBBYIST IN WASHINGTON </b><b>BILLIONS OF DOLLARS WORTH OF PUBLIC DOCUMENTS PRINTED IN YOUR LANGUAGE </b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: purple; font-size: small;"><b> </b><b><br />
THE RIGHT TO CARRY YOUR COUNTRY'S FLAG WHILE YOU PROTEST THAT YOU DON'T GET ENOUGH RESPECT </b><b><br />
AND, IN MANY INSTANCES, YOU CAN VOTE. </b></span><span style="color: black;"></span><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 18pt;"></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 18pt;"><br />
I JUST WANTED TO MAKE SURE I HAD A FIRM GRASP ON THE "SITUATION"!<br />
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PLEASE KEEP THIS GOING......FORWARD TO ALL OF YOUR FRIENDS & FAMILY</span></b><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></b><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 18pt;"><br />
IT'S TIME TO WAKE UP AMERICA !</span></b><span style="color: black;"></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></td></tr>
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http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-19794389558290239362011-09-07T17:03:00.000-05:002011-09-07T17:03:11.652-05:00What Are You Working On This Week?<b>I recently finished two items for my Artfire shop, <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/countrylady">Homespun Alley</a>,</b><br />
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<b> I decided to make this a made-to-order or custom item in my shop. I can change the size to fit your phone and use the same material or you can let me know your color choices and I can offer pictures of sample fabrics for you to chose from. </b><br />
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<b>The "strap" on my pendant is a thin satin cord but I can make it with a wider strap of different type fabric if you prefer.</b><br />
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<b>My phone weights 5 oz so I wanted fabric and strap to be as lightweight as possible so I made this one from a lightweight olive green fabric called Green Rose Crinkle Tissue (a yard of this fabric retails for $24.99, but I got it on sale). The lining is an olive green rayon with interfacing to give just the right sturdiness.</b><br />
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<b>My second finished item is a repurposed <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/product_view/countrylady/3798528/Canvas_Purse_and_Wallet_Silk_Leopard_Look_Strap/Bags_Purses/Wallet/Other">Canvas Purse/Clutch</a> that I found at an estate sale. </b><br />
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<b>I added gold colored grommets on each side and put a narrow leopard-look silk scrap through the grommets and tied them to make the strap.</b> <br />
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<b>The strap can be pulled into the bag when using as a wallet so the strap is inside and not on the outside.</b> <br />
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<b>As you can see the zippered webbing pocket can hold a Smartphone/IPhone or other items of your choice. The zippered pocket just above the phone pocket has it's depth to the bottom of the webbed section. The main zipper at the very top has a depth of 8 1/4"</b>. <b>Fully open it measures 8 1/4" x 6 3/4". </b><br />
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<b>You can leave the strap out and carry or pull and stuff inside for a hand clutch. This is a very versatile purse/wallet/clutch.</b><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://countrylady.artfire.com
http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-26789911218410619962011-09-05T10:59:00.000-05:002011-09-05T10:59:58.457-05:00Liebster Award<b>I am told "Liebster" is German for 'favorite' or 'beloved' and have received this honor of a Liebster Award from my friend, Colleen, at Sweet Home Designs. Click on the award below to visit her site.</b><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://sweethomedesigns.blogspot.com/"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihM2bTW5iC1ucrZUHMZP0EyWA-klYLcknOBIQUlPQc5bsQBZJTBuG6kyABvyLfTgtM1wKomzYAYcmHcrwu4f8FfRt9XkfL2YGEp1WPha0ZbH1SEUEdUn7meHln4zwMNo8KcpXrG6YLDt0/s1600/liebster+blog.jpg" /> </a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The idea is to link back to the blog who picked you and then add give the award to 5 of your favorite blogs with less than 200 followers. Then they can do the same. We of course are looking to promote each others blogs and get more followers. So join in the fun to help promote not only your blog but help others too.</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>If you visit each blog and follow each one you like the numbers will increase dramatically and you will have made numerous new friends and contacts!</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Without further ado, here are my favorites:</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.theladyartisan.com/elusivemuse/"><b>The Elusive Muse (The Lady Artisan) </b></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.icantbelievemylife.com/"><b>The Mom With Brownies</b></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://blessingsinthecountry.com/?page_id=2731"><b>Blessings In The Country</b></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.julesrushing.blogspot.com/"><b>Studio Jules</b></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://cedarjunctionstudio.blogspot.com/"><b>Cedar Junction Studio</b></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://countrylady.artfire.com
http://www.leescandles.com</div>Bettyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09152044325037231703noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6264112932434493037.post-44435912309204045142011-08-21T09:20:00.001-05:002011-08-21T09:23:02.770-05:00Watch Out for International Order Scams!<div class="yiv941805860msonormal" style="color: purple;"><b><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 10pt;">Hello,<br />
How're you?I want to place an international order from your company to our store in Australia.I want to know if you can ship internationally and accept credit card as a form of payment?I'd love you to reply me back and we can proceed further.<br />
Eagerly await to read back from you and we can proceed.<br />
Thank you and God bless you.<br />
Yours<br />
Marta Smith</span></span></b></div><div class="yiv941805860msonormal"><br />
</div><div class="yiv941805860msonormal"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 10pt;">I got this email and actually responded to ask what she wanted to buy and got another email which listed over $2000 worth of my products! Now I am really suspicious! </span></span></b></div><div class="yiv941805860msonormal"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
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<tr> <td style="padding: 0in;" valign="top"><div><div class="yiv941805860MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Hello,<br />
Thanks for your reply back.I can't wait to have your lovely products in our store for my customers.<br />
below is the items i want to order for and will want you to get back to me with total cost +shipping cost and i can provide you my credit card for you to charge and have my order ready and i can carry your product in our new inventory for our numerous customers.<br />
MY ORDER...</span></span></b></div><div class="yiv941805860MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="yiv941805860MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Hope to read back from you with the total cost and we can proceed and finalized my order.<br />
God bless you<br />
Marta Smith</span></span></b></div><div class="yiv941805860MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="yiv941805860MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: black;">This is the address and email she used:</span> </span></span></b></div><div class="yiv941805860MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="yiv941805860MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">MY ADDRESS FOR THE SHIPPING QUOTE..<br />
450 Anzac Parade ,Kingsford,<br />
Sydney<br />
NSW 2032, <br />
Australia</span></span></b></div><div class="yiv941805860MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="yiv941805860MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">mamamist at yahoo.com </span></span></b></div><div class="yiv941805860MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><br />
</span></span></b></div><div class="yiv941805860MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: black;">Doesn't sound very Australian does she? She wanted me to charge more than the products are worth and send her the difference. A little telling wouldn't you say. </span></span></span></b><br />
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<b>Hello, <br />
Thanks for your reply back.I'm more than comfortable placing my order thru this medium and will want you to get back to me with the total cost plus using via UPS,FEDEX and DHL 2-3 days express shipping and you can charge my credit card manually and everything can be sorted out asap. <br />
I will wait to read back from you and we can proceed further to the payment of my order. <br />
God bless you <br />
Thanks</b></div><div class="yiv941805860MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="yiv941805860MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: black;">Here are some links to check out before answering these types of emails:</span></span></span></b></div><div class="yiv941805860MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></span></span></b></div><b>http://www.wahm.com/forum/archive/t-414227.html </b></div><div></div><b>http://homebasedbusiness.com/forum/topics/beware-of-international-order</b></td><td style="padding: 0in;" valign="top"></td><td style="padding: 0in;" valign="top"></td><td style="padding: 0in;" valign="top"></td><td style="padding: 0in;" valign="top"></td><td style="padding: 0in;" valign="top"></td><td style="padding: 0in;" valign="top"></td><td style="padding: 0in;" valign="top"></td><td style="padding: 0in;" valign="top"></td><td style="padding: 0in;" valign="top"></td><td style="padding: 0in;" valign="top"></td><td style="padding: 0in;" valign="top"></td><td style="padding: 0in;" valign="top"><div><div class="yiv941805860MsoNormal"><br />
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</div><b style="color: purple;"><span style="color: black;">One site said they Googled the address and it was a newsstand!</span> </b><br />
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<b style="color: purple;"><span style="color: black;">When in doubt about an order be sure and do a web search for their name and email address.</span> </b><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://countrylady.artfire.com
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