Just a Little Zizzy

New rubber stamp

2012-01-27T15:36:00.000-05:00

I often go looking on Etsy to see what my competition is up to. I have noticed many fabric postcards that have the makers name or web address. Mostly they write that information along with the USPS required word "Postcard" by hand. Although I always thought that the advertising was a good idea, that writing it by hand looks like crap.
I finally got around to having a rubber stamp made and I think my cards look a whole lot better if I do say so myself.

Where's George Followup

2012-01-27T10:16:00.000-05:00

I got notification the other day that my Where's George dollar bill has be spotted again in Millersberg, Ohio. I can't wait to see where it will turn up again.

Fabric Postcards Part 2

2012-01-21T16:58:00.000-05:00

It was only two hours after my last post about my fabric postcards, that I got a custom order to make 40 (holy cow) 40 dinosaur postcards. I advised the customer about how much it would cost and that I could not guarantee that they would all be the same color as in the photo. She said she wanted them and even paid, in full, upfront (yeah). She wanted to use them as invitations to her son's 1st birthday party and needed them as quick as possible. I worked feverishly for 2 1/2 days to get them to her in good time.

The cards arrived today and the customer said she loves them BUT 10 are a pink color and she would like to send them back and get something a little more boyish looking. I am speechless.

Fabric Postcards

2012-01-17T09:18:00.000-05:00

When I first opened my shop, I was told (by a now famous blogger) that it was not such a good idea to sell fabric postcards online. After all, she said, only quilters would want them, but they can make their own.
To date, I have sold 162 fabric postcards online, and many more to local quilters offline. So much for smarty pants know it all bloggers.

2012-01-16T12:10:00.000-05:00

Robbing Peter to Pay Paul

2012-01-11T11:56:00.000-05:00

I am always looking for some new design that I can make and sell in my Etsy shop. This is an old design that I thought I could knock out without any problem.

NOT. After 3 hours of fussing over it, I've decided to abandon the idea.

2012-01-01T15:09:00.000-05:00

Christmas is over and New Year's Eve has come and gone. It's time to move into Valentines Day and St Patricks Day.

Basket Blocks in Red

2011-12-28T17:14:00.001-05:00

New in the shop......thanks for the idea Lin

New Designs in the Shop

2011-12-21T15:55:00.001-05:00

Christmas usually brings an increase in sales, but it didn't do anything for my shop. So, I'm back to making things I think will sell. Here is a new set of 6 blocks. They are small (6x6 finished) but I think they are pretty cute. I will be trying different types of fabrics. Maybe some shabby chic, maybe some 30's and definitely some Easter fabrics. Anyone have any suggestions?

Bah-Humbug

2011-12-15T08:19:00.000-05:00

Yeah, you heard me, I said it, Bah-Humbug. Every year I spend hours making tons of cookies and give them out to friends and family. All I ask is that they return the tins. Do you think they do? Thanks goodness for the dollar stores.
Every year I send out tons of Christmas cards. How many do I get in return? Not many at all.
Every year, my husband and I schlep out to the storage unit to get the tree and boxes of decorations. It takes me days to decorate, but does anyone other than my husband and I ever see my wonderland? You guessed it the answer is no.
So this year, I am relieving the stress. I'm eating all the cookies myself. No one gets to try the chocolate covered, candied orange rinds or pretzels. My Christmas card list has been limited to 20 cards. But best of all.....No decorating. That's right, oh sacrilege, no tree.
I am feeling so relaxed.

2011-12-10T14:09:00.002-05:00

Scotty Dogs

2011-12-03T15:03:00.000-05:00

Plaid

Polka Dotted

Anyone have any more ideas?

Where's George

2011-11-28T11:10:00.000-05:00

I had heard about Where's George many, many years ago, but I never found any registered bills. I finally found one the other day and was quite excited to find it. I went to the Where's George site and entered the serial number. This bill has not gone very far. It was stamped and registered in Virginia. The "Georger" then visited South Florida where he put the bill into circulation. I'll follow the bill to see what exciting place it goes.

2011-11-13T16:28:00.002-05:00

November Block Lotto

2011-11-10T11:49:00.000-04:00

It's been a while since I made any Block Lotto Blocks. I've been quite lazy, not doing much of anything. So lazy, in fact, that instead of making the allowable 9 blocks, I only made 5.
For guidelines about November's Scrappy Trips, click this link.

2011-11-05T07:44:00.001-04:00

'Let's Decorate For Christmas, a Team FEST treasury....' by PaintedLatheesPlus

Our Team FEST members' creations, made to welcome the holidays with inventive style.

Egyptian Glass Chri... Atelier500 $21.99	Colorful Christmas ... pamwares $30.00	Christmas Card Hang... TheWoodenBee $20.00	Sea Angel bowlswithholes $12.00
Round Glass Christm... creationsbyjdb $8.00	Honey Bear Candy Ca... auntifranni $6.00	Painted Gourd Snowm... NatsKreations $31.95	Mini Stocking - Cou... zizzybob $6.00
Bowling Pin Gourd S... cvdesignsfl $28.00	Three Vintage Chris... totallylegalpo... $9.95	Quilted Joy Wreath ... PaintedLathees... $8.00	Red Poinsettia Wrea... faerytalewings $45.00
Christmas Placemats... TheCraftyOnes $22.00	Handmade Mrs. Claus... CreativeArtCen... $28.50	Gingerbread Man Soa... AquarianBath $4.00	Monogrammed Christm... MrsMcKenzies $15.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

2011-11-04T07:32:00.001-04:00

'Team FEST Animals!' by TwinkleJewels85

This is my ode to all things animal. I tried to include all different avenues of capturing our furry and not so furry friends.

Treat Plate Brown P... KilnGoddess $12.00	Bess Fine Art Photo... kellywarrenpho... $15.00	Owl Art Quilt Batik... CinfulArt $135.00	mini canvas Golden ... LuckiiArts $22.50
Weimaraner Art Prin... genasemenov $20.00	Needle Felted Bird noajordan $20.00	Fish Softie Toy Flo... creationsbyjdb $35.00	Wolf original drawi... LuckiiArts $22.50
polymer clay christ... SmallThingsCla... $45.00	Squirrel Cross Stit... CinfulArt $16.00	Holiday animals sca... PaintedLathees... $17.50	SALE - 2 Origami Cr... beladonna $12.50
Tom Turkey zizzybob $15.00	polymer clay turtle... SmallThingsCla... $55.00	Pair of Mosaic Pig ... totallylegalpo... $14.95	Fawn Chihuahua with... genasemenov $20.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

2011-11-03T07:47:00.001-04:00

'Some of the best "DEALS" around! Holiday spirit for $20 or less!' by CatherinesJewelry

Christmas Cheer ~ have no fear! Each artist represented here are from Florida's Etsy Street Team. Etsy Team FEST Lottery - Treasury Challenge

Vintage Drinking Gl... CinfulOldies $7.50	Set of 2 Bird ornam... cmediate $6.00	Mini One-Snap Walle... JeniLuScraps $4.00	Aegean Sea Needlefe... MeSweet $12.00
One Crow Christmas ... RobinMariaPedr... $4.75	Kangaroo Knitting M... BululuStudio $8.00	One Dozen White on ... SimplyDivineDe... $13.75	SALE--two pairs or ... lstreett $5.00
Medieval Mix Solid ... AthenasArmoury $8.50	Stitch markers - re... starandcrossbo... $6.50	Handmade3D Monster ... Handmade3D $4.00	Brown Swirl Poppy P... gypsybluedesig... $12.00
4 Handmade Soaps fo... AquarianBath $20.00	Cranberry and Fig O... SlipperySlopeS... $20.00	Beach Decor Florida... PinkPelicanDes... $8.00	Humbug Fabric postc... zizzybob $4.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

2011-11-02T09:33:00.004-04:00

'Red and Green and Christmas all over' by runningwithescissors

A delightful showcase of mostly Team Fest Treasures!

Boardwalk Hotel Chr... AspiringImages $20.00	Christmas Earrings.... Untwistedsiste... $20.00	Christmas Trees on ... zizzybob $7.00	Christmas Tree Card... shelwel $2.00
Christmas Tree Cray... BlakesMommy01 $3.00	Christmas in July-H... SongbirdCotton... $30.00	Card, Festive Tree ... PaintedLathees... $5.50	Red Poinsettia Wrea... faerytalewings $45.00
Holly Jolly Earring... AudreyGardenLa... $20.00	Colorful Christmas ... pamwares $30.00	Christmas Tree Farm... QuietudeQuilts $40.00	HOLIDAY GLITZ , Cle... petites41 $90.00
Felt Christmas Pinw... LittlePeachFuz... $5.00	Bottle Brush Christ... HappyHound $10.50	Funky Retro Christm... circlelinestud... $62.00	Keep Calm and Deck ... KeepCalmArsena... $8.99

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

2011-11-01T12:30:00.002-04:00

'Thanksgiving Goodies' by JerilynSw

Lucky Acorn - Monoc... KathleenMarieK... $9.00	White Chocolate Pum... SimplyDivineDe... $13.50	Apron Thanksgiving ... ClassyCookApro... $33.50	Orange and Yellow H... bajunajewelry $25.00
Pumpkin Poppy Seed ... AquarianBath $6.00	Turkey Time Fabric ... zizzybob $8.00	Autumn 7 ACEO Hot C... faerytalewings $4.00	Beaded Bracelet in ... cjBlue $15.00
Carnelian Gemstone ... beadloverskorn... $75.00	Handmade Pumpkin Ho... fragiacomoglas... $18.00	Fall Trees Fine Art... faerytalewings $10.00	Earrings Honey Gold... AudreyGardenLa... $35.00
Small Fall and Wint... PaintedLathees... $6.00	Stained Glass Panel... ArtfulFolk $89.95	Six Fall Leaf Note ... PenAndPaperie $9.00	Bracelet With Red A... MonasCreations... $25.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

2011-11-01T12:28:00.002-04:00

I'm on a treasury roll

'Spreading the Holiday Spirit Team Fest Style : )' by jenniferalexisdesign

Full Apron with Col... pamwares $32.00	Christmas Key Fob K... MarciAnnDesign... $7.00	Mini Stocking - Cou... zizzybob $6.00	Christmas Kitchen a... AquarianBath $3.50
Green Bird Mosaic O... totallylegalpo... $9.95	Monogrammed Christm... MrsMcKenzies $15.00	Blue Hanukkah inlai... CreativeArtCen... $12.50	Well wisher Custom ... iDoArtsyWeddin... $39.99
Half Apron Red Holi... ClassyCookApro... $24.50	Holiday animals sca... PaintedLathees... $17.50	Round Glass Christm... creationsbyjdb $8.00	Holiday Christmas C... TheRetroRoad $18.00
Felt Christmas Pinw... LittlePeachFuz... $5.00	Christmas Card Addr... runningwithesc... $22.00	Mosaic Pendant, Red... acenal $20.00	Santa's List Ph... BrightBlueSkyD... $18.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

2011-11-01T07:44:00.002-04:00

'Beautiful Autumn Colors by TEAM FEST' by MamaStowes

The deep, rich colors of autumn. Beautifully done by members of the Florida Etsy Street Team.

Purple and Gold Min... zizzybob $10.00	Wheel Thrown Purple... symmetricalpot... $65.00	Crochet Shawl Shoul... CinfulArt $42.00	Purple Bling Croch... Danelichic $15.00
Half Apron Pumpkin ... ClassyCookApro... $24.50	Wonderful Covered T... totallylegalpo... $17.95	Mangoes Original Oi... artbymsr $45.00	Speckled Burgundy M... Danelichic $30.00
Felted Wool Bowl JHAFiberArts $35.00	Green with Envy Nec... ChiavariDesign... $70.00	Olive Beaded Neckla... TheSandbar $11.00	Green Enamel Pendan... ToTheMoonddscu... $16.00
Picasso Jasper and ... ReneeBrownsDes... $20.00	Tiger Eye and Sterl... AudreyGardenLa... $23.00	Lipstick Red Coral ... ELEGANTnFUNKY $17.00	Brown Sailor's ... LittlePeachFuz... $5.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

Happy Halloween

2011-10-31T10:19:00.000-04:00

I just love goofy socks.

2011-10-30T14:47:00.002-04:00

'Florida in the Fall - check out our colors! (FEST team treasury)' by CatherinesJewelry

I'm relatively new to the Florida Etsy Street Team (FEST) and, whilst perusing through my fellow team-mates shops - these items grabbed me and shouted, "This THIS is why you live in Florida!" I love Florida in the fall - our fall colors are

Stained Glass One O... StainsInPanes $200.00	Fabric Postcard Her... zizzybob $7.00	Good Folks Medium S... pamwares $30.00	Nuno felted shawl, ... BlindSquirrel $125.00
Blue Crab HUGE Fash... CatherinesJewe... $9.00	Dangle Earrings in ... ReneeBrownsDes... $10.00	Sandhill Crane Art ... CinfulArt $115.00	Depression Glass Wi... WindchimesAndW... $25.00
Lotion Bar Kit - Ma... AquarianBath $29.95	Pink Flip Flops MoreThanColors $24.50	Turquoise Chunky Br... kybritor3kreat... $23.00	neon waves duct tap... Marvellows $10.00
Florida Gators Gour... SimplyDivineDe... $26.50	Groovy Orange Flowe... FabFindsandDes... $28.00	beaded jewelry matc... aurorasorigina... $40.00	Personalized Baby S... AnchoredGraceA... $22.00

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Another Santa Tea Towel

2011-10-20T17:53:00.000-04:00

It's currently for sale in my Etsy shop. I'm not having many sales, nor many visits even though I have increased advertising. It seems to be the same story with everyone. Unless I get a big surge of energy, I don't think I'll be adding any new items to the shop.

Santa Tea Towel

2011-10-13T15:36:00.000-04:00

New in the Shop

2011-09-28T14:13:00.000-04:00

Turkey Time Fabric Postcard

The Herald Angel Fabric Postcard

Block Lotto

2011-08-04T11:30:00.000-04:00

It's been a while since I've played Block Lotto. I guess it's because I'm still not so crazy about free form, wonky blocks. This month's block is traditional in it's piecing, something I can relate to alot better. It's called African Violets in the Dark and is not at all difficult to make. Even though I really like black in a block, it's terrible to use. It is like a magnet and picks up every bit of thread and fuzz. For more information about Block Lotto you can click here.

Cattle Call

2011-07-17T18:46:00.000-04:00

On a lark, I went to an open casting call for extras for the upcoming new series "Charlie's Angels". There I was, standing on line for over an hour amidst the beautiful young girls who showed up. The local newspaper was there interviewing and taking photos. I don't think I'll get a call back, but I did make it to the end of this video. Don't blink or you might miss me.

Happy Fourth of July

2011-07-04T07:26:00.000-04:00

'Fireworks and the 4th of July.....' by PaintedLatheesPlus

My presentation of 4th of July representations from the talented Florida Etsy Street Team.

Patriotic One-of-a-... CreativeArtCen... $18.00	Illuminations 8x10 ... TheVastCity $20.00	Beaded Bracelet, Po... PAMELAJ76 $7.00	4th of July Themed ... customfavors $6.75
Patriotic Red, Whit... SimplyDivineDe... $25.00	Printable 4th of Ju... KellysCottageS... $7.50	Red Navy and White ... superchicbouti... $4.00	Special Introductor... BehindtheLensP... $13.00
We Are the Change W... genasemenov $20.00	Blue Star Tea Ball ... KilnGoddess $15.00	Abstract Painting o... katsv13 $12.99	Red, White and Blue... fragiacomoglas... $8.00
Patriotic Sue Fabri... zizzybob $7.00	A Little Baby Bling... beadcreationsb... $20.00	USA - 4th of July T... MichalaDesigns $35.00	Patriot Eyeglass Ch... boogiebead $13.95

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

2011-06-16T06:52:00.001-04:00

'Pretty in Purple' by AboveParadiseJewelry

My favorite color is purple, and these wonderful etsy sellers have created such beautiful items!!!

REAL Natural Magent... lisaburkin $35.00	Purple Patch - Phot... DeviPhotograph... $25.00	Royal Purple Sequin... BobkaBaby $32.00	Que Sera Sera what ... HereMyDear $2.75
Petal pendant in si... AnnaClarkStudi... $195.00	Allure-Purple Ameth... mariewudesigns $178.00	Hot Purple Tooth Fa... jenniferstarsu... $6.25	VIOLET CLOUDS - Nec... seastar1 $168.00
Vibrant Deep Purple... botanicalcreat... $25.00	All things purple -... summerl $17.00	Original Acrylic on... emptycanvas $55.00	Purple Rose Heart W... amorevivo $34.00
Multi-Colored Swirl... BlueTurtleCraf... $12.00	Purple Haze Fabric ... zizzybob $14.00	Mug Cozy - Purple OhSewCraftyCan... $6.00	Purple Lights In Th... mycrystalstran... $39.50

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

2011-06-15T07:05:00.002-04:00

'INDEPENDENCE DAY AMERICANA STYLE' by MonasCreationsFL

RESERVED for roseba... DaviniaDesign $9.00	Love the USA June T... StainsInPanes $35.00	The Optimists Kite ... KathleenMarieK... $35.00	Red White Blue Dais... cjBlue $8.75
Red Coral and Blue ... ReneeBrownsDes... $27.00	Getaway sherrieleeberr... $2.00	Surfboard Truck Shi... MonkeySeeMonke... $19.00	Patriotic Sue Fabri... zizzybob $7.00
Sunset Cruise Fabri... zizzybob $7.00	A Little Baby Bling... beadcreationsb... $20.00	Patriotic Red, Whit... SimplyDivineDe... $25.00	Perfectly Preppy Be... TheDixiePixie $28.00
Personalized Rever... mrsmckenzies $16.00	Red Coral, Freshwat... ReneeBrownsDes... $49.00	FEST June Team Chal... missy69 $19.99	Patriotic Brooch Fa... CreativeArtCen... $20.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

Question (even though I never get more than 2 answers)

2011-06-02T19:25:00.000-04:00

Is it too early to start listing Halloween & Christmas items in my Etsy shop?

After

2011-05-29T13:14:00.000-04:00

Ta-Da, my new vinyl gate. All we need is a little paint on the left post and we'll be all set.

Before

2011-05-29T13:08:00.000-04:00

Do you think I need a new gate?

Opposum

2011-05-27T13:47:00.000-04:00

I found this little guy at my front door the other night. He was about the size of a rat. I tried to shoo him away, but he just froze there like a deer in the headlights.

2011-05-22T19:32:00.000-04:00

The FEST Team proudly presents our May Daze BLOG GIVEAWAY selection from Laura of Tierrasolpaz. Laura is an accomplished artist who enjoys creating mixed media art, jewelry, photography, zines, stationary, decoupage pieces, paper crafts - anything that materials may inspire her with. Laura uses recycled materials, or follows an upcycle philosophy whenever possible helping to keep the final cost of her creations affordable to the buyer. She is proud to be part of the etsy community of independent designers, creators, artists, and crafters alike.

Her giveaway is a stunningly beautiful and glorious sunset over water with mountains in the background of Lake Mead in Las Vegas, Nevada. The photograph will be delivered as an 8 x 10 glossy professionally printed picture.

HOW TO ENTER: Visit the team blog post May Daze BLOG GIVEAWAY to enter to win the lovely and colorful photograph by visiting Laura at Tierrasolpaz or any of the FEST Team Members listed in the Member Section. Find your favorite item, share it with us and tell us why you love it. Remember to leave your email or contact info so we can reach you if you're the lucky winner. The winner will be picked on June 4rd. Simple and Easy!

2011-05-09T19:38:00.002-04:00

'Snow in May' by TravelTree

An ExpatTeam treasury inspired by May snow in Mongolia.

Red Barn in the Sno... zizzybob $8.00	3 Pack of Molasses ... TheGingerbread... $6.00	Organic Preemie Hat... AmiLang $15.00	Crochet Christmas O... CaitlinSainio $2.50
Enamelled Coffee Po... LaManche $44.50	Soft white felt nec... elduende $10.53	Icicles 8 x 12 Fine... Taffography $20.00	Chiffon, Tulle and ... BejewelledBesp... $59.00
Falling Up- 5X5 AshesImagery $6.00	SALE Nuno Felt Ruff... feltlovely $75.00	Lots of Fun, Cheery... BonyPonyTrappi... $36.00	Swarovski crystal d... twirlybirdie $9.00
A Crystal Garden Ch... BejewelledBesp... $239.00	Snow White GothicGlitter $80.00	Brick Red and Snow ... TLCLyn $82.00	Trees on a Snowy La... SFreedPhotogra... $12.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

May Block Lotto

2011-05-05T12:09:00.000-04:00

I can't believe another month of Block Lotto has gone by. This months block is Pineapple Blossom, using Bonnie Hunters pattern. For more info on this block and how to play along with the rest of us, click here.

Florida Etsy Street Team Treasure Hunt

2011-05-01T16:00:00.000-04:00

'Florida Etsy Street Team Treasure Hunt Prizes' by MiGoFaster

Fabric Bowl Reserve... zizzybob $10.00	Reserved for Team F... DMCJewelryCent... $20.00	SpringTime Redbud B... MiGoPhoto $24.00	Bright Flowers Jour... runningwithesc... $20.00
RESERVED - Please D... feedyoursoulth... $10.00	Paisley Butterfly G... hannahbird $10.00	Purple and Clear Cr... FeyFripperies $5.00	The Huldra - Fairy ... ArtSnark $15.00
Reserved for the FE... sewZinski $40.00	In Dreams - Mixed ... ArtSnark $10.00	Set of 4 Monopoly B... ashleykmckenzi... $4.00	Hibiscus in Silver ... TealwaterDesig... $15.00
Sea Glass Chips, Et... fragiacomoglas... $5.50	Reserved for FEST T... uniquenique $15.00	Original Marble Art... ArtSnark $10.00	Turquoise starfish ... angeloco $5.50

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

How would you like to win these fabulous prizes? Come and join the fun at our Team Fest Challenge. You can find the instructions here.
You can find the first clue here.

Moda Thank You

2011-04-26T09:58:00.000-04:00

It was a while ago when I told you about the Moda Just one Star Project. I made the block and mailed it in and forgot about it. I didn't think I would ever get an email or note saying they had received it nor did I expect a thank you. But Moda went one step beyond a thank you and sent this sweet little gift. I am almost speechless.

The sample pack has 42 squares, die cut at 2 1/2" each. The pattern is PomPom in Paris, a very shabby chic fabric, one of my favorite styles. The note says

Thank you for your contribution to our Just One Star project.

Your block(s) will become part of the 100 special quilts designed

to comfort the brave men and women wounded in the fight

for our freedom.

"One hand can touch many hearts".

There are not many company's like that these days.

2011-04-20T11:32:00.001-04:00

2011-04-20T07:01:00.002-04:00

'Happy Easter from Team Fest' by FeyFripperies

Easter and Spring are here! In honor of this special holiday, I have created this Treasury from items created by the Florida Etsy Streey Team. Enjoy!

Rabbit card on Canv... Paintingsbygre... $5.00	Hand Painted Cute S... natskreations $28.95	Hand Painted Bunny ... stephskeepsake... $13.95	Pair of Carrot Bunn... PaintedLathees... $12.00
Easter Sue Fabric P... zizzybob $7.00	Sparkly white bunni... accesorizmecra... $2.50	My Little Ducky Nec... cjBlue $10.00	Easter Centerpiece bowlswithholes $60.00
Fabric Coil Bowl - ... MadMomCrafts $20.00	Velvet Pillow Decor... Velvetmanna $45.00	Chocolate Cocoa But... AquarianBath $3.50	Happy Easter Flowe... PenAndPaperie $2.50
Birds and Berries f... RobinMariaPedr... $20.00	Tickled Pink Plate ... GardenWhimsies... $25.00	Flower Note Cards (... fatorangecat $9.00	Little Bunny Fabric... zizzybob $7.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

Back to Basics

2011-04-19T07:20:00.000-04:00

Can you believe it, I started this blog back in September 2007? Originally, it was supposed to be a place where I can keep track of some of my projects and a place to voice my frustrations. It was meant for me, but open to all. I was working at the time, a slow job which afforded me time to blog and read. I read lots of articles on the dos and don'ts of blogging, be nice (not my nature at all), lots of pictures (I'm not very good with the camera) and be interesting ( which I am also Not). I wanted more readers and followers so I joined a couple of different advertising venues. Then came the clicking, and dropping and more and more time spent on viewing other blogs.
My viewership went from just a few per day to close to 200 per day. Then I was laid off and have been unable to find another suitable job. So I started my Etsy shop, something I had always wanted to do. I read more articles on how to get people to your shop, advertising, advertising, advertising. All the advertising I was using, led people to my blog and not my shop. Eventually, I had to stop the dropping and clicking as it took so much time away from creating items for the shop. With that, the viewership dropped off considerably, to just a small few.
And so, I have dropped some of the advertising from this blog. I was never quite sure if anyone purchased from my shop having read my blog anyway. There are a few of you who faithfully visit, and I thank you all, but there will be not more credits for doing so.
Sorry there are no pictures today, and I will be going back to being my non sweet self.

Serenity

2011-04-18T09:21:00.000-04:00

When you were in high school, did you and your friends go cruising? I did, and my favorite road was North Broadway. There was a particular section that had Elm trees on either side of the road. In Autumn, the trees would turn a vibrant gold. I always wished I had taken a photo, it was an exciting sight to see.
I wanted to make a postcard of that picture that still remains in my mind.

I wanted to name the card North Broadway, for obvious reasons. I also thought Maple Street was a good name because of the type of leaves in the fabric. But it was my husband who said to name it Serenity, and he is usually right about such things.

Mailable Art Fabric Postcards

2011-04-17T11:37:00.000-04:00

Over the past two years, I have purchased several books on the art of making fabric postcards, hoping to find that spark I need to successfully sell postcards. One of the books, describes how to take your favorite photo and turn it into a small work of art. I do not own any photos that would make for an interesting card, so I turned to a National Geographic book of photographs. There are many photos that will make an interesting subject, the first one I tried is this photo from Norway.

And here is my interpretation of it in fabric postcard form

What do you think?

Block Lotto for April

2011-04-06T11:09:00.000-04:00

This month's Block Lotto block was designed by Kate, of Kates Arty Bits Blog. These ought to make a colorful, happy quilt for the winners (fingers crossed again). You can make as many as 10 blocks this month. For more information, click here.

It costs What?

2011-03-30T17:59:00.000-04:00

It's very rare that I buy a quilt pattern. Usually, I make a quilt from a standard block, like a Log Cabin or Friendship Star which needs no instructions. But every now and then, there is a pattern that strikes my fancy and I just have to have it.
There are only a small number of designers whose patterns I love and I try to keep up with them to see what's new. I just left one of those designers blogs and she showed her latest quilt. I love it, I want it, I have got to have it ..... it costs how much? $154.00 for the pattern only. I don't think so, I don't love it that much. I thought $54.00 was a bit steep for another pattern by another designer, so I past that one up too. Am I still living in the 90's or is the price of things getting out of hand?

2011-03-25T18:37:00.001-04:00

'Quilted Landscapes' by connectthedotscrafts

sailboat mini quilt... moonspiritstud... $27.00	Grasses Forcomfort $110.00	Sky Burst Landscape... SewUpscale $11.00	Tranquility sunflowerquilt... $130.00
PDF PATTERN Strip L... quiltroutes $3.00	Landscape - Quilted... CarsonConverse $220.00	LANDSCAPE WITH TREE... emmaklee $	Landscape Fabric Po... zizzybob $7.00
Quilted Trees Wall ... Mirael $45.00	The English Landsca... lizplummer $20.00	Venetian Highway Or... lenorehcrawfor... $495.00	Long Lake ACEO Prin... jeanbaardsen $2.75
Landscape Batik Art... LyndiArt $16.00	Plum Orchard - mini... cherylzmillerA... $24.00	Quilt -- Song for a... nhquiltarts $100.00	Art Quilt - Zebra G... TMRey $25.00

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