Ebay

Today, I listed a ton of kids/baby shoes on Ebay.  Check them out HERE!!! 

popcorn...peanuts...coke

Let's just say it's been kind of like a circus around here!  School is out and the summer fun is in full swing.  Out of town trips, VBS, summer camp, a bathroom remodel (more about it later).  There is just something about the kids being at home, hearing their little giggles, funny made up stories and watching them learn how to be sisters, share, love and build a relationship between the two of them that will forever grow with them.

Those little cuties up there decided to retire from our circus and they took a trip to Utah where they would be loved and admired by my friend Kris in her new shop, My Girlfriend's Quilt Shoppe!  I used this pattern that Kris now carries in her shop (online ordering will be available soon). 

I hope that each one of you are enjoying your summer and that you will be inspired to get creative.  Here's to happy crafting!

fresh squeezed

There is so much to love about these precious photos taken by Jessica Myers. This adorable little girl, Khloee, is the daughter of a dear friend of mine. For her 1st birthday I made her this sweet lemon summer knot dress and headband. This lemon fabric has been a favorite of mine for years. Fresh squeezed hugs are in order for this sweet baby girl!

caught

I caught this little guy in my bird feeder the other day. Check out that stretch...too funy!!

one day

One day I will learn to quilt and when I do, I hope my quilt will look something like this one. You all know that I am a complete sucker for anything with birds on it. So, I am sure that you are not surprised that this quilt caught my eye. The colors, the layout...it's just so ME!!!

(Laura's fabrics are pretty amazing too. Love her work!)

Freebies!!

What's not to love about FREE stuff?

Well, my friends Kris and Kim and giving away boo-koodles of crafting goodness for their BIRTHDAY WEEK celebration. Be sure to click on the highlighted birthday week link to be directed to their site to enter for a chance to win!

friendship

friend [frend]
–noun
:A person attached to another by feelings of affection or personal regard.


I don't know at what age a child recognizes a friend. I don't know at what age a child learns to love or understands being loved. However, I do know that friendship begins in each one of us, in our heart. As I watch Roxanne in these last few days of Kindergarten, I have noticed that friendship is a very important part of her everyday happiness. It's her friends that make her happy.

As a child, I can remember summer camps, VBS and other youth oriented social events that capitalized on the value of friendship. Friendship bracelet's, pen pals, BFF's...these were all part of childhood fun. So, to make the transition into 1st grade (leaving behind her K5 friends) a little easier, I went back to my childhood and thought about what made me happy.

When I presented to her the idea of making friendship bracelet's for all of her classmates, she was thrilled. It would be something for them to keep to remember her by and to remember those fun, silly laughs that they shared. It's tough to say goodbye to friends but it's nice to know that friendship lives in your heart and it's never a goodbye, forever!

She's the queen of everything!

Have you ever met someone that can create something out of anything? Have you ever sat across from someone and watched them turn a plain piece of paper into a work of art? Have you ever known someone that can tap into the Internet and create a web design that is out of this world? Have you ever laughed with someone and felt how real they are and how awesome there spirit of friendship is? I have. Everyone, check this out!

Lisa is the creator of Moxie Pear and all of its coolness. I have known Lisa for several years and the only thing that changes is that she gets better and better at what she does. She's the queen of everything I tell ya! She can sew, paper craft, design, write and she can take a photo like nobody's business! Check out Moxie Pear for some awesome unique handmade items. I'm sure your shopping cart will fill up fast!

SALE at Sandi's

For all of you who love Sandi Henderson's patterns, here's your chance to get them at a great price...50% off!!!

a rainbow of pastels

Spring is here and the garden center is in full bloom. It looks incredibly beautiful with all of the plants, trees and flowers bringing forth their vibrant color and beautiful foliage. We have had shipment after shipment of new plants arriving almost daily with even more to come.

The gift shop is full of bright colored garden stakes, wind chimes, outdoor flags & banners and an assortment of cute gift items. With Easter just around the corner, the gift shop is trimmed with beautiful Easter pastels. Rabbits, little chicks and Easter egg decor welcome each customer. Here's a little peak at what I've been up to at the shop!

~Neverland~

Wow, it's been awhile since I've blogged. I'll blame it on Spring break :)

The kids were out of school last week so we crammed in as much fun as possible. The girls and I took a short road trip down south and visited with family and friends the first part of the week. We enjoyed our first grilled hot dog and hamburger of the season, thanks Uncle John!

When we arrived back home, Daddy had all of his girls a surprise... tickets to see Peter Pan !!! You would have thought that I was somewhere stuck in the age gap of 3 and 6 years of age, I was just as happy as the girls were. Daddy scored big!!! The show was amazing. We were in row two, center stage...it rocked!

We finished up our week with a trip to Noah's Ark with my sister-n-law and her family. Tigers, bears, snakes, birds of all kinds and a big dose of sunshine! We visited the Vet. Saturday afternoon, not so fun. Quinky, our cat, got himself into a little mischief and had battle wounds to prove it. (Mom, thanks again for your help.)

Sunday was wonderful. I packed my pew with some friends and we enjoyed a beautiful worship service together. I took in some of the sunshine from my back deck. Packed the girls school bags trying to get a jump start on the Monday madness and off to bed for some much needed rest.

Shewwwww! Well, that about sums it up. I'd love to hear about your Spring Break adventures. Just getting a break from the cold weather was enough to make me smile. We are enjoying temps in the upper 70's here in the south. I hope Mr. Sunshine is warming things us for you all as well. Take care my friends.

trim-endous

It's amazing what a little trim can do. Adding decorative trim to something is so simple and gives such a stylish look. It can turn a tacky tank to into a tremendous tank in just minutes. This tank makeover took less than 20 minutes from start to finish and I love the way it turned out!

(Please excuse the dumpy pictures. You can thank indoor lighting...blahhhhh)