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quote of the day

2012-01-27T07:53:00.000-05:00

I've had trouble doing this for most of my life. I build these scenarios in my head of what *may* happen, what I *would* say, how it would all play out; what everyday things need to be done: sand and repaint that part of the wall, caulk this, shred that, reorganize and remove this *and* that...it gets exhausting and then I feel overwhelmed and don't want to do any of it, but then I always

Monday motivation

2012-01-23T06:47:00.001-05:00

What motivates me lately? Getting my studio space organized Rehabilitating our new dog My middle aged flab around the middle (never thought I would say that, or be this age, but there are worse things, right?) My vegetable garden Learning all the features of my tablet, besides web surfing, blogging and twitter My savings account, or lack thereof And this is just part of the top 10. Needless to

protest SOPA/PIPA

2012-01-18T06:11:00.000-05:00

Find out more here and here

so, it's a new year

2012-01-01T22:16:00.002-05:00

seen over head this afternoon. there was a bowl game here, somewhere, right? so the first day of the new year is almost over, and I can feel a sense of newness, a sense of urgency, a sense of anticipation and excitement. no, really, I can. I had a dream 2 nights ago that I was with my high school boyfriend. (he was/is such a great guy.) He looked the same in my dream, as he did when

tablet troubles, and a post

2011-12-26T22:57:00.000-05:00

OH! fer cryin' out loud! I went to post here on my tablet just yesterday and I don't see the dern thing here! WTF?! It was a fabulous rant about how I haven't been in the Christmas spirit, I'm not really interested, I've been slack on posting, and how hard it is to get in the spirit when it's 82 degrees outside (honestly, really? can't we have it a *little* cool here?), and maybe I need a

quote of the day

2011-12-16T06:30:00.000-05:00

I like this one. I feel like shaking the tree of life and seeing what it brings down. I've felt a little antsy lately, a little restless, a little slumpy grumpy, and not sure why. A little disheveled, a little bored, a little dissatisfied. I need a good tree shaking to wake me up and fix me up and get me going. Maybe it is the time of year for that kind of thing; a time to shake things up,

whatcha makin' now?

2011-12-14T07:45:00.000-05:00

I am having so much fun with my new camera apps, it's almost ridiculous. Now I just need to put things like this on my desktop. They are so cool! moses - using pixl - r - matic a neighborhood house. Really? a reindeer taller than your house? kinda scary if you ask me. wolfie, moses, rogue my beloved, Nathan, using photofunia app Toby Scotty at the dog park, with the plain

quote of the day

2011-12-09T12:58:00.001-05:00

I thought this was a most appropriate quote for today, for me anyway. I'm off today to visit 3 doctors: one for well woman exam, one dermatologist, and one podiatrist. These are all visits that I have put off again and again because, well, I am uncomfortable in doctors offices, and with health insurance the way it is, I'm not sure I'll be able to pay for it and I'm not going into debt for

i heart macro

2011-12-03T20:28:00.001-05:00

Rogue and beans I'll have to admit, my beans have not done squat this year. Don't know why that is. Very disappointing is what it is. I did get 2 small squash, and the tomatoes are really taking off. Can't hardly see the lettuce or radishes for all the tomatoes. Good thing I like tomatoes. Some of the myriad of things on my bench as of late. Been working on a few new things, and

last day of virtual craft show

2011-12-03T20:21:00.001-05:00

Hey all! don't forget to head on over to Pretty Things blog to comment and win some really cool stuff! there some lip balm, lots of beads, and Lori made up a really nice 'buy handmade' badge to use in your shop. Only a few more hours left! Don't forget ~ any VCS visitors use discount code VCS10 for 10% off anything in my shop during the show.

i heart macro

2011-11-27T16:20:00.001-05:00

radishes radishes and tomatoes old fencing tomatoes LOTS of tomatoes sneaky puppy check out what everyone else is up to at studio waterstone

Virtual Craft Show - Day 1

2011-11-26T06:51:00.001-05:00

Hey all! Today is day one of The first annual virtual craft show organized by Lori Anderson over at Pretty Things Blog. Today she has listed the first 10 designers in the show. Check it out, these ladies make some beautiful stuff. So glad to be in their company. There are discounts and giveaways from all the artists as a thank you for participating in the craft show. and speaking of

don't forget! Virtual craft show tomorrow!

2011-11-25T06:00:00.000-05:00

Don't forget the Virtual Craft show tomorrow! November 26th to December 3rd It's 7 Days, of 70 Artists, GIVING AWAY 70 things. and I am one of those 70. I'll be giving away a pair of starry night earrings, as well as specials in my shop. Check back here for the full list, or head on over to Lori @ Pretty Things for more info.

Happy Thanksgiving

2011-11-24T18:48:00.001-05:00

These are all the things I am thankful for. I hope you have a great holiday.

The First Annual virtual craft show

2011-11-21T07:32:00.001-05:00

I am very excited to be participating in the first annual virtual craft show being put together by Lori Anderson over at Pretty Things Blog. There are giveaways to be had, (I have a pretty blue pair on the giveaway list), and I'll be offering specials over at my shop. Which reminds me, I have lots of pictures to take and items to list too, so check back for more spokes and hubcaps and copper

i heart macro

2011-11-20T06:30:00.000-05:00

handmade cards by my sister in law, Tina. She is so talented! and has patience too. go see what everyone else is doing:

Jingle Eve in Ivanhoe Village

2011-11-18T06:00:00.000-05:00

hey all! I am so excited to be participating in Jingle Eve in Ivanhoe Village tonight! Ivanhoe is another tony part of town, all local businesses and vendors, and we'll have food trucks out tonight! yippee! and with my new smartphone, I'll be able to take pics and post to twitter tout de suite! awesome!

quote of the day

2011-11-17T06:30:00.000-05:00

I ask myself this often, and have yet to come up with a good answer. So...I've stopped waiting. what are YOU waiting for?

whatcha makin' now?

2011-11-16T06:30:00.001-05:00

This is part of a keychain I made for Nate. Not that he uses it that much, (you know how guys are about keychains, I think they'd rather just use the split ring and that's it), but he loves it 'cuz I made it and it's beautiful (of course!) here's the full shot of the keychain this is what's on the underside of the globe. These charms are made by Erin Prais-Hintz. I was lucky

Go green for the holidays -College Park style

2011-11-16T06:30:00.000-05:00

College Park is one of the toniest cities around O-town. This year, like every other, they host a shopping event which showcases several locally owned businesses in the area, like Artistree co-op and Infusion Tea. These 2 places are 2 of my favorites in town, but of course, because they serve tea and sell some of the coolest, craftiest handmade stuff around! duh! So this evening I think

monday sleepy puppy

2011-11-14T05:30:00.000-05:00

on the way home from daycare. he's such a wonderful little guy.

i heart macro

2011-11-13T05:00:00.000-05:00

have you seen this? this is an old fence that I found at the side of the road when I was driving home from work one day. This type fencing isn't made anymore, and it has the coolest design. I thought it would be perfect from keeping the kittens from using the garden boxes as their own personal litter box, and it has been quite effective. The garden is doing well. Beans, radishes, lots of

quote of the day

2011-11-12T14:22:00.001-05:00

thanks for making my blog world.

occupy orlando

2011-11-10T06:00:00.000-05:00

see the bike cop? we had some occupy orlando protestors walking through downtown this past saturday. It was quite interesting. Police were out in force (check first photo) and they were blocking traffic as they walked through town. kinda loud, all kinds of people, lots of signs. Kind of neat to say that you say history pass by...

whatcha makin' now?

2011-11-09T21:28:00.000-05:00

the view from my table This past saturday I took part in a handmade holiday market near downtown. I was selling my chalkboard jars and a bunch of my hubcaps and spokes earrings. It was a very short (only 2 hours) market, as this was the first one. There was also another crafty event going on downtown near lake eola, and the occupy orlando people were in town too, so we didn't do a whole lot

daddy and puppy

2011-11-08T05:30:00.000-05:00

Nate loves his little boy. They are quite a pair. Both are very active and can be quite a handful. To be honest, I wasn't quite sure how it was going to work out with Toby, as he *is* a puppy (I haven't had one around in over 10 years), and is so active and hyper. He was trying my patience for awhile and I was stressed as to what to do with him to keep him busy and active and preoccupied so

recovering from the time change

2011-11-07T05:30:00.001-05:00

this is how I'm feeling after the time change. almost like jet lag, but not as bad.

i heart macro

2011-11-06T20:47:00.001-05:00

Flower from some potato vine we have growing. We have so many things growing in the yard that just show up. We didn't plant them in these spaces, but VOILA! there they are! It's the prettiest flower though. go see what everyone else is looking at:

handmade holiday market

2011-11-05T06:00:00.000-04:00

Hey all! If you happen to be in the area this afternoon, I'll be selling my wares at the Handmade Holiday market downtown! A friend of mine put this together for some of us locals to showcase our arts! I'm really excited! I've got some of my cool, copper earrings to sell, and, of course, the chalkboard jars. I'll have Nate take pics and post them later. See you there!

quote of the day

2011-11-04T22:20:00.003-04:00

quote I wish more people would do this, and more often. I mean really. Especially the thought of doing it without any reward. Fer cryin' out loud people, we are all in this together, (really, we are. who on this earth isn't?) so can you help a sister/brother out? Give it a try, it doesn't hurt, really, contrary to what you may have heard lately. You might be surprised at what you get back in

i heart macro - winter Halloween edition

2011-10-30T15:48:00.003-04:00

To all those currently suffering the snowstorms up north, I give you a garden and Toby macro day: Toby's new favorite toy. He's such a tough guy. radishes lettuce squash bell peppers Toby and garden Check out what everyone else is doing:

quote of the day

2011-10-28T06:39:00.000-04:00

This is something I need reminded of on a regular basis. I picked this one, especially, as I was having trouble making a ring for Nate yesterday. I found the measurements for ring blanks in my book from school, I measured it out with my calipers, and the damn thing was still a size too small. I get frustrated and disappointed and upset with myself 'cuz I've done this before, and I know I

thought balloons - 25 things you didn't know about me

2011-10-24T06:59:00.000-04:00

1.) I've lived here in Orlando more than half of my life. Never thought I would say that, but alas, it's true. It's been an adventure, but it's time to move on. We are thinking of moving back to Ohio here in the next couple years. I know that sounds ludicrous as well, but our families are there, so it's almost a no brainer. 2.) I have a very sarcastic wit. Almost dry. Some people don't know

quote of the day

2011-10-21T07:09:00.001-04:00

For today, and always, I wish peace in your soul. And may the peace you feel, find its way to others.

whatcha makin' now?

2011-10-19T05:30:00.000-04:00

Been preparing for a Holiday Handmade market that friend of mine has put together, so I'm busy busy making stuff to sell. These are some of my famous (infamous?) washers that I use with the spokes and hubcaps earrings with copper wiring. I thought they would look cool with some chain. give it a real industrial edge with these. I love this color blue. I like to put it with everything.

puppies playing

2011-10-18T05:30:00.000-04:00

Toby and Scotty they are just the cutest! need I say more?

garden goodies

2011-10-17T05:30:00.000-04:00

squash I worked most all day on sunday in the garden. I didn't plan that, it's just how it worked out. I had all good intentions of going to yoga once I tilled and planted 2 garden boxes, but 2 turned into 4, then I had to water them (of course), and then cover them with chicken wire, (or protect them from felines some other way as to prevent them from using said garden as a litter box), so

i heart macro

2011-10-16T20:40:00.002-04:00

Toby has been taking up a LOT of my/our time lately, so I have been remiss in regular posting. I'm slowly getting back into it now. One of his favorite things to do is throw the ball. I can sit in the backyard for hours and throw the ball and he'll run and chase it. Nice that I don't have to leave the yard, or need lots of extra acreage for him to do so. This is one of those splash balls

whatcha makin' now?

2011-10-12T17:18:00.000-04:00

I found this recently and thought "I really need one of these for every day." since I use something not as handy to carry around my jewelry from yoga class to work a couple times a week. and it's cool that it's handmade too.Weekend in the City Jewelry Roll « So what? Sew buttons!

perfectly rainy day

2011-10-08T15:25:00.000-04:00

It has been raining here since last night. It's a constant gray rain (is rain another color?) and it looks a lot like this. I made a short movie of the rain with my new tablet my baby got me (LOVE that thing!), so I'll have to see about posting it here. I got Toby in it too. It's supposed to be like this all day tomorrow too. I was really hoping to work in the garden and do some more

just venting

2011-10-05T20:50:00.000-04:00