New Embroidered Light Switch Cover

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As I promised I made a light switch cover to replace the boring white one in Brandon's office. 
I had this idea of incorporating stitching into light switch cover design. 
This was my first attempt.  There's a few kinks that need to be worked out, but all in all I like it.

I have just discovered a new necktie project that I am super excited about, so stay tuned!

Happy Valentine's Day!

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I just want to share the love with adorably kooky vintage card:

 

I hope everyone has a lovely day!

Valentine Card Making Party

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Today myself and a couple of my dear friends got together and crafted Valentine's Expressions of our own inspiration.

Here are some action shots:

The Decoupage and Glitter definitely got a lot of use!

The lovely Gabby made an Altoids Shrine for her Aunt and Uncle.  It turned out amazing!

The lovely Heather made three super cool Valentine Cards:

 That's the front and back of one of her cards.  I love it!

I made a card for my Mom and my Sweetheart.  This was my first 3D shadowbox and it took much deliberation, but I'm happy with the results :)

And one final picture of the crew with our creations.

I hope this inspires you to make create some Valentine Love from the heart because it's so much fun!

~ Happy Valentine's Day ~

What I've been up to today...

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I promised Brandon I would turn an extremely small fleece throw that he received from his boss into a computer sleeve, aka dust cover, oh, about 2 or 3 months.  Well, I made it today!  His birthday is just around the corner after all.
I am so proud of myself.  I hope he likes it.

I am embarrassed that that light switch cover is so boring, however.  That's next on my list :)

Celebration of the '20s

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My good friend Meghan celebrated her 30th b-day last Saturday night.  It was a 1920s themed gala in an old theater that had been around in the 1920s.

I am a huge fan of the '20s.  When I was in my Mom's dance troupe, I had learned the Charleston, among many other dances, and it was definitely one of my favorites.  I love the style, the hair, you name it.

I asked Meghan if I could play the Birthday Song for her on my musical saw and she was totally thrilled with idea.  I needed to look sharp since now I would be performing.

Anyway, I borrowed a beautiful dress from Meghan that was from the 1920s and adorned myself with this amazing hat that I recently procured at an estate sale.  As some of you may know I am a vendor at House of Vintage on Hawthorne.  I like to specialize in hats, hence my shop name:  Fascinate Me.

Meghan's party was great.  She showed old movies from the '20s and had live music and a clown that performs cowboy roping tricks.  I had a great time and I hope Meghan did, too.

Gifts from Friends 2013

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I've said it before and I will say again:  I have some very talented and crafty friends of whom I adore.
This year for my b-day I received a lot of wonderful gifts from the heart.  Here are a couple of the handmade variety.

Stephanie Weber is an amazing seamstress.  The things she does with fabric is absolute perfection.  For my b-day she made me two of adorable potholders.

The fabric is amazing.  She said this is a great project for using up bits of fabric, vintage or otherwise.

Another lovely gift I received was from my dear friend, Liz Flint-Somerville, who crafted this bunting with a positive message.  I have it hanging above me right now in my office where I spend a great deal of time.   What a wonderful reminder.

If you can't read it, it says:  You are not a drop in the ocean.  You are the entire ocean in a drop.

And with that I say thank you!!!

DIY repurposed Dog Sweater

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I came upon this project a year ago and today is the day I make this for my mom's dog cause it's so dang cold right now and everyone should be warm and cozy.

Here is the how to link:  http://voknits.com/recycled-dog-sweater/
Enjoy~