tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5954629953957528602024-03-14T04:17:03.784-05:00Memories for LifeMemories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.comBlogger1867125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-73751475819543902592017-01-03T16:13:00.001-06:002017-01-03T16:13:19.060-06:002017 Brings a Break<div style="text-align: center;">
After much contemplation, I have decided to take an official break from this blog. Over the last year, my posts have been fewer and fewer. And when things get busy, it's the first thing that gets set aside. The motivation to blog just isn't there right now and I hate forced blog posts as they are never genuine. At some point, I may return to blogging, but for now, I will be taking an undetermined break.</div>
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You can always find me at <a href="http://memoriesforlifesb.etsy.com/">http://memoriesforlifesb.etsy.com</a></div>
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and I hope to add new items and posts to my Facebook page as well:</div>
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Wishing all of my readers a wonderful 2017! </div>
Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-27047659567731779412016-11-09T07:36:00.002-06:002016-11-09T07:36:52.027-06:00New Christmas Ornaments<div style="text-align: center;">
With just a little over 6 weeks until Christmas, I've been working on getting all my holiday items in my shop. Recently I've added several new Christmas ornaments.</div>
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This <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/475584980/fishing-lure-christmas-ornament?ref=shop_home_active_9" target="_blank">fishing lure</a> did so well for Father's Day that I thought it would make a great addition as an ornament as well.</div>
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And this year I went with a service theme for the rest of the ornaments. Currently listed in the shop are <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/489752549/police-wooden-christmas-ornament-police?ref=shop_home_active_8" target="_blank">Police</a>, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/477156558/fireman-wooden-christmas-ornament-fire?ref=shop_home_active_3" target="_blank">Fire Dept.</a> and <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/490427249/emt-wooden-christmas-ornament-paramedic?ref=shop_home_active_5" target="_blank">EMT</a>. Each ornament can be personalized with any wording on the back.</div>
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And soon to come are military ornaments in Army, Navy, Marines and Air Force.</div>
Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-48677662486522758012016-11-03T00:42:00.000-05:002016-11-03T00:42:09.501-05:00Christmas Deadlines<div style="text-align: center;">
Can you believe Christmas is less than 8 weeks away! It just doesn't seem possible.</div>
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I know Halloween just got over and Thanksgiving isn't even here yet, but it's not too early to start thinking about Christmas gifting, especially if you plan to order personalized items.</div>
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Christmas Deadline for <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/176496471/handwritten-engraved-cutting-board?ref=shop_home_feat_1" target="_blank">Handwritten Recipe Cutting Boards</a> is December 1st.</div>
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And Christmas Deadline for <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/memoriesforlifesb" target="_blank">all other personalized items</a> will be December 10th.</div>
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Please plan ahead if you would like to order personalized items for your loved ones this year :)</div>
Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-26546740638854673522016-11-01T08:44:00.001-05:002016-11-01T08:44:21.538-05:00October<div style="text-align: center;">
I think I say this every month, but how can it already be November! Luckily our weather has stayed gorgeous, so it makes it really hard to believe that winter is almost here! October was a crazy, busy month and things are only going to get busier around here.</div>
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I had three craft shows in October, so much of the month was spent prepping for and attending said shows. My first two shows were awesome! I hit a personal best at my first show and did even better at my second show. So the month started out great. My last show left much to be desired. There wasn't the usual advertising, there was construction in the area and it was a pretty sad day for most of the vendors. I'm glad my first shows went so well, but it was a sad way to end my show season for the year.</div>
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I introduced some new pieces at this last show. I was happy with the display and will hopefully be adding a few of these to my Etsy shop as well.</div>
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The entire month wasn't spent just working though. My mom and I were able to get out and enjoy the beautiful weather a couple of times. We attended a craft show at a local winery on my weekend off from shows. It was nice to be on the shopping side of the table...and getting to enjoy wine while we shopped :)</div>
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We also attended a wine/craft night at a local boutique with Jesse's mom. We made a string art design that looks like a feather or a leaf depending on how you designed it. I went with my standard pink and teal...of course.</div>
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Now it's time to get ready for the crazy holiday rush. I've been stocking up on supplies and hopefully have everything in order.</div>
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<b>How was your October?</b></div>
Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-7833306769064494112016-10-11T00:49:00.000-05:002016-10-11T00:49:05.329-05:00First Fall Show 2016<div style="text-align: center;">
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I'm happy to report that my first fall show for this year was a great success! And, as always, I learned that you can't outguess your customers!</div>
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My metal tumblers and cozies did really, really well. In fact, I ran out of one design on Saturday and had to come home to get more made to bring for Sunday!</div>
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I was a little disappointed that my new painted signs didn't sell as well as I had hoped. I thought these would be a really popular item. But in the end, I only sold a few. I did sell quite a few of the bottle opener signs, so that was nice. I'm hoping they do well at my other shows.</div>
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I sold a nice mix of other items as well. I really think it helps me to have a variety of items without looking like a hodge podge. The items tie well together, but I have something for everyone.</div>
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My next show is this coming Saturday, so I'm stocking back up to prepare!</div>
Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com29tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-70408294033599706662016-10-04T00:27:00.000-05:002016-10-04T16:03:24.377-05:00Creating Up A Storm<div style="text-align: center;">
My first fall craft show is taking place this weekend, both Saturday and Sunday. So I've been creating up a storm so I'll have new merchandise for shoppers. And with the holidays just around the corner, I've been stocking my "Etsy shelves" as well.</div>
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Yeti tumblers and cozies are all the rage right now. And the knock-off brands are just as great as the expensive models. I've been using the Ozark Trail brand and have personally tested both items and LOVE them! I have several designs already in my shop and will be taking premade versions to shows with me. And as always, I can take custom orders on these as well.</div>
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The cozies are just as great. For someone like me who takes their sweet time drinking a beverage from a can, it's nice to have the last drink just as cold as the first!</div>
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Lazy Susans are another item I've recently added to my shop. I made this first design for some friends of ours that got married. And decided to make some others with fun designs. I'll be debuting these this weekend as well.</div>
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I've really been having a lot of fun with these new signs. Paint isn't usually something I enjoy working with since it can be a mess and I usually spray paint things, so I have to rely on the weather. These new upcycled signs are made from hardwood flooring. And I used acrylic paints, so the cleanup is no trouble at all!</div>
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I haven't decided if I'll be adding these to my Etsy shop or just taking them to shows. For now, I have a limited supply of flooring, so I hate to add them to my shop if I don't get more flooring. And each piece is different in length, color, etc. so I'd have to photograph each sign. (I usually like items where I can photograph once and keep relisting.) I'll see how well they go over at my fall shows and may start adding them in November. What do you think?</div>
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Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-42614341862749875682016-09-22T00:50:00.000-05:002016-09-22T00:50:11.047-05:00The Weekend<div style="text-align: center;">
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Over the weekend, we had a huge birthday celebration for Jesse, his dad and his grandpa. This year, they are all turning (or have turned) 40, 60 and 80, respectively. Quite a reason to have a party! We had so many family and friends show up; it was a great time!</div>
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Then on Sunday I got to take Jesse's cousin from Colorado to the <a href="http://www.omahazoo.com/" target="_blank">Henry Doorly Zoo</a>. Last year when I went, the new African Grasslands exhibit was under construction. And we were there at the end of the day, so some of the buildings were closed. It was so great seeing all the new animals and I got to go in the Butterfly Pavilion this time as well! I couldn't believe how tame these hummingbirds were!</div>
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We were on a bit of a time crunch, so didn't get many photos, but the Aquarium is always a favorite stop. I love all the bright fish and especially the jellyfish.</div>
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This coming weekend I get to go wedding dress shopping with my sister-in-law and all of the girls involved in the wedding. I'm cramming in as much fun as I can before the craziness of fall shows and the holidays get here!</div>
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<b>What are your plans for the weekend? </b></div>
Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-627644116577642762016-09-20T00:04:00.000-05:002016-09-20T00:04:04.068-05:00Etsy Treasury - Pantone Fall 2016<div style="text-align: center;">
With fall just mere days away, I thought we could all use some inspiration from Pantone's Fall 2016 line. Enjoy these finds!</div>
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Pantone Fall 2016</h1>
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Take a peek at the great colors for fall from Pantone!
Special features from the Blogging Business Artisans
https://www.etsy.com/teams/10615/blogging-business-artisans</div>
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<tr><td style="border: 1px solid rgb(236, 236, 236); padding: 6px 6px 3px 6px; text-align: left; width: 100px;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/167417457" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Leaf Patterned Earrings with Carnelian" src="https://img1.etsystatic.com/024/0/5830097/il_170x135.519049567_qc6n.jpg" style="border: medium none; padding: 0px;" title="Leaf Patterned Earrings with Carnelian" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/167417457" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Leaf Patterned Earrings with Carnelian">Leaf Patterned Earrings with Carnelian</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/AntiquityTravelers" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="AntiquityTravelers">AntiquityTravelers</a></div>
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$25.00</div>
</td><td style="border: 1px solid rgb(236, 236, 236); padding: 6px 6px 3px 6px; text-align: left; width: 100px;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/73722601" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Blue Button Charm Bracelet / Light Turquoise Navy Dark Blue Jewelry / Simple Fun Piece by randomcreative on Etsy" src="https://img1.etsystatic.com/000/0/5394153/il_170x135.298058169.jpg" style="border: medium none; padding: 0px;" title="Blue Button Charm Bracelet / Light Turquoise Navy Dark Blue Jewelry / Simple Fun Piece by randomcreative on Etsy" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/73722601" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Blue Button Charm Bracelet / Light Turquoise Navy Dark Blue Jewelry / Simple Fun Piece by randomcreative on Etsy">Blue Button Charm Bracelet / Light Turquoise Navy Dark Blue Jewelry / Simple Fun Piece by randomcreative on Etsy</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/randomcreative" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="randomcreative">randomcreative</a></div>
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$23.00</div>
</td><td style="border: 1px solid rgb(236, 236, 236); padding: 6px 6px 3px 6px; text-align: left; width: 100px;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/179508360" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Gray Loose Knit Slouchy Sweater Hand Knit Sweater Women Knit Top Oversized Grunge Sweater" src="https://img0.etsystatic.com/038/0/6665889/il_170x135.646265706_895t.jpg" style="border: medium none; padding: 0px;" title="Gray Loose Knit Slouchy Sweater Hand Knit Sweater Women Knit Top Oversized Grunge Sweater" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/179508360" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Gray Loose Knit Slouchy Sweater Hand Knit Sweater Women Knit Top Oversized Grunge Sweater">Gray Loose Knit Slouchy Sweater Hand Knit Sweater Women Knit Top Oversized Grunge Sweater</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/MyAqua" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="MyAqua">MyAqua</a></div>
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$55.90</div>
</td><td style="border: 1px solid rgb(236, 236, 236); padding: 6px 6px 3px 6px; text-align: left; width: 100px;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/193319329" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Autumn Russet Flower Earrings w Copper Swarovski Crystals" src="https://img1.etsystatic.com/044/0/5187639/il_170x135.615943319_7m62.jpg" style="border: medium none; padding: 0px;" title="Autumn Russet Flower Earrings w Copper Swarovski Crystals" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/193319329" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Autumn Russet Flower Earrings w Copper Swarovski Crystals">Autumn Russet Flower Earrings w Copper Swarovski Crystals</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/MagdaleneJewels" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="MagdaleneJewels">MagdaleneJewels</a></div>
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$28.00</div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/219209102" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Kitty Cat Wood Silhouette and Fern Green and Gold Swarovski Crystal Niobium Earrings">Kitty Cat Wood Silhouette and Fern Green and Gold Swarovski Crystal Niobium Earrings</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/BeadedTail" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="BeadedTail">BeadedTail</a></div>
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$18.00</div>
</td><td style="border: 1px solid rgb(236, 236, 236); padding: 6px 6px 3px 6px; text-align: left; width: 100px;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/44435338" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Crocheted Scarf Cafe au Lait Turkish Yarn w Copper Threading" src="https://img0.etsystatic.com/000/0/5655780/il_170x135.136164806.jpg" style="border: medium none; padding: 0px;" title="Crocheted Scarf Cafe au Lait Turkish Yarn w Copper Threading" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/44435338" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Crocheted Scarf Cafe au Lait Turkish Yarn w Copper Threading">Crocheted Scarf Cafe au Lait Turkish Yarn w Copper Threading</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/MagdaleneKnits" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="MagdaleneKnits">MagdaleneKnits</a></div>
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$32.00</div>
</td><td style="border: 1px solid rgb(236, 236, 236); padding: 6px 6px 3px 6px; text-align: left; width: 100px;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/264491190" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Set of Two Shabby Chic Flower and Big Dot Premium Cotton Dish Towels Dish Cloth Kitchen Towel Rose Floral Pink White Blue Cotton Tea Towels" src="https://img0.etsystatic.com/116/1/6121136/il_170x135.905819310_p7fn.jpg" style="border: medium none; padding: 0px;" title="Set of Two Shabby Chic Flower and Big Dot Premium Cotton Dish Towels Dish Cloth Kitchen Towel Rose Floral Pink White Blue Cotton Tea Towels" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/264491190" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Set of Two Shabby Chic Flower and Big Dot Premium Cotton Dish Towels Dish Cloth Kitchen Towel Rose Floral Pink White Blue Cotton Tea Towels">Set of Two Shabby Chic Flower and Big Dot Premium Cotton Dish Towels Dish Cloth Kitchen Towel Rose Floral Pink White Blue Cotton Tea Towels</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/DuniStudio" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="DuniStudio">DuniStudio</a></div>
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$25.00</div>
</td><td style="border: 1px solid rgb(236, 236, 236); padding: 6px 6px 3px 6px; text-align: left; width: 100px;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/248408584" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Sun & Moon Oil Bag Carrying Case Cotton Celestial Print Cotton Padded Zipper Wide Essential Oil Travel Bag" src="https://img1.etsystatic.com/101/0/6837828/il_170x135.834950475_2x2g.jpg" style="border: medium none; padding: 0px;" title="Sun & Moon Oil Bag Carrying Case Cotton Celestial Print Cotton Padded Zipper Wide Essential Oil Travel Bag" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/248408584" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Sun & Moon Oil Bag Carrying Case Cotton Celestial Print Cotton Padded Zipper Wide Essential Oil Travel Bag">Sun & Moon Oil Bag Carrying Case Cotton Celestial Print Cotton Padded Zipper Wide Essential Oil Travel Bag</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/MermaidsWhispers" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="MermaidsWhispers">MermaidsWhispers</a></div>
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$26.50</div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/87122360" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Dark Green Scarf, Oversized Scarf, Long Scarf, Fall Scarf, Emerald Green Scarf, Chunky Scarf, Winter Scarf, Wrap, Shawl, Jersey Scarf">Dark Green Scarf, Oversized Scarf, Long Scarf, Fall Scarf, Emerald Green Scarf, Chunky Scarf, Winter Scarf, Wrap, Shawl, Jersey Scarf</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/JannysGirl" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="JannysGirl">JannysGirl</a></div>
<div style="color: #78c042; float: right; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">
$32.00</div>
</td><td style="border: 1px solid rgb(236, 236, 236); padding: 6px 6px 3px 6px; text-align: left; width: 100px;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/180682018" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="The Charlotte- Brown and Gold Glass Necklace" src="https://img1.etsystatic.com/017/0/5123904/il_170x135.569252041_10sx.jpg" style="border: medium none; padding: 0px;" title="The Charlotte- Brown and Gold Glass Necklace" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/180682018" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="The Charlotte- Brown and Gold Glass Necklace">The Charlotte- Brown and Gold Glass Necklace</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/DanaLeBlancDesigns" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="DanaLeBlancDesigns">DanaLeBlancDesigns</a></div>
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$54.40</div>
</td><td style="border: 1px solid rgb(236, 236, 236); padding: 6px 6px 3px 6px; text-align: left; width: 100px;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/230626791" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Password Book, Password Organizer, Password Journal, Password Notebook, Internet Password Book, Passwork Keeper, Mini, Yellow" src="https://img0.etsystatic.com/064/0/5644221/il_170x135.760413654_1xhh.jpg" style="border: medium none; padding: 0px;" title="Password Book, Password Organizer, Password Journal, Password Notebook, Internet Password Book, Passwork Keeper, Mini, Yellow" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/230626791" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Password Book, Password Organizer, Password Journal, Password Notebook, Internet Password Book, Passwork Keeper, Mini, Yellow">Password Book, Password Organizer, Password Journal, Password Notebook, Internet Password Book, Passwork Keeper, Mini, Yellow</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/MisterPenQuin" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="MisterPenQuin">MisterPenQuin</a></div>
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$20.00</div>
</td><td style="border: 1px solid rgb(236, 236, 236); padding: 6px 6px 3px 6px; text-align: left; width: 100px;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/268169025" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Natural Orchid Flower Brooch, Gold Trimmed Spicy Mustard Pin Pendant, Real Flower Jewelry, Preserved Island Sunset Orange Yellow Blossom" src="https://img0.etsystatic.com/132/0/7809673/il_170x135.922401102_nj5o.jpg" style="border: medium none; padding: 0px;" title="Natural Orchid Flower Brooch, Gold Trimmed Spicy Mustard Pin Pendant, Real Flower Jewelry, Preserved Island Sunset Orange Yellow Blossom" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/268169025" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Natural Orchid Flower Brooch, Gold Trimmed Spicy Mustard Pin Pendant, Real Flower Jewelry, Preserved Island Sunset Orange Yellow Blossom">Natural Orchid Flower Brooch, Gold Trimmed Spicy Mustard Pin Pendant, Real Flower Jewelry, Preserved Island Sunset Orange Yellow Blossom</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/CobblestonesVintage" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="CobblestonesVintage">CobblestonesVintage</a></div>
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$39.95</div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/459897458" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="NEW Fall 2016 PANTONE Color Ombre Warm Taupe and Dusty Cedar Tote Bag, Fall Fashion, Style, Fall Colors, F/W 2016, Fall/Winter 2016">NEW Fall 2016 PANTONE Color Ombre Warm Taupe and Dusty Cedar Tote Bag, Fall Fashion, Style, Fall Colors, F/W 2016, Fall/Winter 2016</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/AURAbyMJ" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="AURAbyMJ">AURAbyMJ</a></div>
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Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-47346165759602585342016-09-14T00:05:00.000-05:002016-09-14T00:05:05.294-05:00Wordless Wednesday - End of Summer Sunset<div style="text-align: center;">
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Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-23537080578159885692016-09-13T00:46:00.000-05:002016-09-13T00:46:01.229-05:00Gladys in her First Parade!<div style="text-align: center;">
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Each year my hometown has a huge parade for Labor Day. I haven't been in the parade since I was a little kid and my grandparents wanted me to show off Gladys, so I agreed to drive her in the parade...and convinced my dad to ride with me :) I just got the interior finished up Saturday morning before the parade, so she is all done!!
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There is also a small car show on main street before the parade. My mom thought it would be neat to have a little sign showing that Gladys is a 4th generation car. Of course I can't just print a little sign...I had to add my own touch :) </div>
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I was a little nervous driving in the parade with all the people and
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Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-86279483832944756852016-08-16T00:53:00.000-05:002016-08-16T00:53:00.725-05:00Product Photography - Inside or Outside??<div style="text-align: center;">
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Up until now, I've always taken my photos with a white background. I think it helps the photos pop. But I don't always think it captures the true colors of the wood. I've been experimenting with outdoor photos and was hoping to get some feedback.</div>
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I like that the outdoor photos give the wood a more natural look and feel. But I'm not sure I like the shadows. Do they bother you? Do you even notice them? I know I won't be able to take my photos at the ideal time, so shadows will always be part of them.</div>
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Is the white background less distracting? Or boring?</div>
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Do you take your photos inside or outside...and why?</div>
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I'd love any feedback on these photos you would like to provide. Thanks!</div>
Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com23tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-82856622492337053262016-08-10T00:38:00.000-05:002016-08-10T00:38:02.872-05:00Wordless Wednesday - Just Hangin' Out<div style="text-align: center;">
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Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-176287757655418302016-08-08T00:50:00.000-05:002016-08-08T00:50:09.387-05:00Artist Collaboration<div style="text-align: center;">
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I love getting to talk with and work with other artists. Bouncing ideas off each other and coming up with new projects is so fun! I've recently been working with a friend, Phillip, who owns <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MetalingInArt/?fref=nf" target="_blank">Metaling in Art</a> and does metalwork and woodworking.</div>
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Our first project started with me designing a logo for his business and then engraving this on both some wood pieces for tables as well as some steel tubing for table legs and other metal projects.</div>
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I then had a friend ask if I could engrave on silverware to be made into jewelry. I ran a few sample pieces and Phillip did the cutting and drilling for me. We started with a necklace and are working on a key chain. Thinking about adding rings and bracelets as well.</div>
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And when Phillip stopped by the other day, we brainstormed ideas for cutting boards and recipe boxes that I have lying around that have blemishes and aren't suitable to sell as-is. I can't stand to just toss them, but have tons of they stacking up! So we're hoping to have new ideas for those soon as well!</div>
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Have you worked on any collaborations lately?</div>
Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-89819645472398521582016-08-03T00:05:00.000-05:002016-08-03T00:05:04.220-05:00Almost Wordless Wednesday<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: red;"> ♥</span> The fish my parents had custom carved out of an old tree as a memorial for my brother <span style="color: red;">♥</span></div>
Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-9685090616181188342016-07-28T08:53:00.000-05:002016-07-28T08:53:00.135-05:00Branson Surprise<div style="text-align: center;">
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Last weekend Jesse and I went to Missouri to surprise my mom for her birthday. I'd been emailing with my dad to get everything set up and boy did we surprise her! I texted her a picture of their view of the lake, which totally caught her off guard. Then we showed up at their door :)</div>
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The weekend was nice and relaxing since we didn't really have anything planned. Morning coffee on the deck was great, especially when we had a tortie neighbor friend show up :)</div>
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The second day we were there we went out for an awesome breakfast, then went out on Table Rock Lake. We floated in the water and saw a few sites. We ended the day with a small car show.</div>
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The second day we thought we would hit up another car show in Springfield. There were only about 8 cars there, so we had to find something else to fill our time until supper! We decided hit up some yard sales, which is something my parents have started to enjoy in their retirement :) We found a cheap set of golf clubs perfect for the air boat and I found a couple nice baskets that will work great at craft shows.</div>
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In all our driving around, we came across this fun bicycle "fence" and awesome mailbox :)</div>
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Then we headed to Bass Pro to see the new exhibits and do a little shopping. My favorite was this guy with heart-shaped antlers :)</div>
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We ended our stay with a bang! We all rode the Ferris Wheel that is new to the Branson area. The cool part was, it's the same Ferris Wheel that Jesse and I rode in Chicago last September! They got a new one in Chicago and moved the old one to Branson! It was fun riding at night and seeing all the lights!</div>
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Then my mom and I rode the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gc5L1kMCbo0" target="_blank">Ozark Mountain Sky Coaster</a>. This is something we'd done several times when we used to vacation there when I was a kid. We decided it had been 18 years since we had ridden it last! They take you up 100' in the air, you pull the rip cord and fly. And I screamed...<b>The.Entire.Time!</b> It was a thrill, but I think I'm good for another 18 years...lol!</div>
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It was a great weekend away and I'm so glad we pulled off the surprise!</div>
Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-35714028242955282582016-07-21T06:52:00.001-05:002016-07-21T06:52:07.331-05:00Summer Storms<div style="text-align: center;">
Our summer weather has been hot and humid with plenty of storms thrown in! I decided to put together this Etsy Treasury with lots of summer finds that fit the mood of our weather recently. Mostly sunny, yellow skies mixed with gray, moody clouds and a fun mix of color throw in. Enjoy :)</div>
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Summer Storms</h1>
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This summer has been full of sun and storms. Here's a mix of great Etsy items to reflect the summer weather.
A special shout out to my Blogging Business Artisans Team Members:
https://www.etsy.com/teams/10615/blogging-business-artisans</div>
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<tr><td style="border: 1px solid rgb(236, 236, 236); padding: 6px 6px 3px 6px; text-align: left; width: 100px;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/259678795" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Summer Storm in Bodie- Fine Art Print" src="https://img0.etsystatic.com/123/0/5579902/il_170x135.885141084_h46w.jpg" style="border: medium none; padding: 0px;" title="Summer Storm in Bodie- Fine Art Print" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/259678795" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Summer Storm in Bodie- Fine Art Print">Summer Storm in Bodie- Fine Art Print</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/dubland" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="dubland">dubland</a></div>
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$20.00</div>
</td><td style="border: 1px solid rgb(236, 236, 236); padding: 6px 6px 3px 6px; text-align: left; width: 100px;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/206079333" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Button Dangle Earrings / Yellow and White Beaded Jewelry / Simple Fun Piece by randomcreative on Etsy" src="https://img0.etsystatic.com/048/0/5394153/il_170x135.663151830_bzyt.jpg" style="border: medium none; padding: 0px;" title="Button Dangle Earrings / Yellow and White Beaded Jewelry / Simple Fun Piece by randomcreative on Etsy" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/206079333" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Button Dangle Earrings / Yellow and White Beaded Jewelry / Simple Fun Piece by randomcreative on Etsy">Button Dangle Earrings / Yellow and White Beaded Jewelry / Simple Fun Piece by randomcreative on Etsy</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/randomcreative" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="randomcreative">randomcreative</a></div>
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$10.00</div>
</td><td style="border: 1px solid rgb(236, 236, 236); padding: 6px 6px 3px 6px; text-align: left; width: 100px;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/196227407" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Yellow and Grey, Canvas Art, Ready to Hang, Abstract Art, Canvas Wrap, Wall Decor, Wall Prints, Pale Yellow, Gray, Modern Art, Giclee Canvas" src="https://img0.etsystatic.com/033/0/5339880/il_170x135.626693416_kyyl.jpg" style="border: medium none; padding: 0px;" title="Yellow and Grey, Canvas Art, Ready to Hang, Abstract Art, Canvas Wrap, Wall Decor, Wall Prints, Pale Yellow, Gray, Modern Art, Giclee Canvas" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/196227407" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Yellow and Grey, Canvas Art, Ready to Hang, Abstract Art, Canvas Wrap, Wall Decor, Wall Prints, Pale Yellow, Gray, Modern Art, Giclee Canvas">Yellow and Grey, Canvas Art, Ready to Hang, Abstract Art, Canvas Wrap, Wall Decor, Wall Prints, Pale Yellow, Gray, Modern Art, Giclee Canvas</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/MurrayBolesta" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="MurrayBolesta">MurrayBolesta</a></div>
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$99.00</div>
</td><td style="border: 1px solid rgb(236, 236, 236); padding: 6px 6px 3px 6px; text-align: left; width: 100px;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/261948942" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="You Are My Sunshine Centerpiece Happy Birthday Sunshine Party Decor Photo Prop Suns Chevron Yellow And Gray Decorations I am One" src="https://img0.etsystatic.com/103/0/11488976/il_170x135.894772484_9eqn.jpg" style="border: medium none; padding: 0px;" title="You Are My Sunshine Centerpiece Happy Birthday Sunshine Party Decor Photo Prop Suns Chevron Yellow And Gray Decorations I am One" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/261948942" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="You Are My Sunshine Centerpiece Happy Birthday Sunshine Party Decor Photo Prop Suns Chevron Yellow And Gray Decorations I am One">You Are My Sunshine Centerpiece Happy Birthday Sunshine Party Decor Photo Prop Suns Chevron Yellow And Gray Decorations I am One</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/PaperMadeParty" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="PaperMadeParty">PaperMadeParty</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/152481461" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Chevron Earrings - Acrylic Earrings - Yellow and Gray Chevron Print Rectangle Acrylic Drop Earrings">Chevron Earrings - Acrylic Earrings - Yellow and Gray Chevron Print Rectangle Acrylic Drop Earrings</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/kailochic" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="kailochic">kailochic</a></div>
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$15.00</div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/159056387" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Abstract Yellow and Gray Pallet Knife Painting - 18 x 24 - Skye Taylor">Abstract Yellow and Gray Pallet Knife Painting - 18 x 24 - Skye Taylor</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/skyetaylorgalleries" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="skyetaylorgalleries">skyetaylorgalleries</a></div>
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$150.00</div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/26469053" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Polymer Clay Floral Pendant Necklace Beaded Necklace Summer Jonquil Mint Swarovski Crystals">Polymer Clay Floral Pendant Necklace Beaded Necklace Summer Jonquil Mint Swarovski Crystals</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/MagdaleneJewels" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="MagdaleneJewels">MagdaleneJewels</a></div>
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$52.00</div>
</td><td style="border: 1px solid rgb(236, 236, 236); padding: 6px 6px 3px 6px; text-align: left; width: 100px;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/150617453" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Beaded Bracelet with Onyx and Hematite" src="https://img0.etsystatic.com/011/1/5830097/il_170x135.457042644_165o.jpg" style="border: medium none; padding: 0px;" title="Beaded Bracelet with Onyx and Hematite" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/150617453" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Beaded Bracelet with Onyx and Hematite">Beaded Bracelet with Onyx and Hematite</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/AntiquityTravelers" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="AntiquityTravelers">AntiquityTravelers</a></div>
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$47.00</div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/97292997" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Mid Century Modern Art Print, Yellow and Gray Abstract Wall Art, Mountains Art, Minimalist Poster, Giclee Print, Abstract Landscape">Mid Century Modern Art Print, Yellow and Gray Abstract Wall Art, Mountains Art, Minimalist Poster, Giclee Print, Abstract Landscape</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/evesand" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="evesand">evesand</a></div>
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$20.00</div>
</td><td style="border: 1px solid rgb(236, 236, 236); padding: 6px 6px 3px 6px; text-align: left; width: 100px;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/187535879" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Golden Yellow and Blue Czech Glass Beaded Niobium Earrings" src="https://img0.etsystatic.com/030/0/5227143/il_170x135.594761290_tpyz.jpg" style="border: medium none; padding: 0px;" title="Golden Yellow and Blue Czech Glass Beaded Niobium Earrings" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/187535879" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Golden Yellow and Blue Czech Glass Beaded Niobium Earrings">Golden Yellow and Blue Czech Glass Beaded Niobium Earrings</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/BeadedTail" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="BeadedTail">BeadedTail</a></div>
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$18.00</div>
</td><td style="border: 1px solid rgb(236, 236, 236); padding: 6px 6px 3px 6px; text-align: left; width: 100px;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/159823061" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><img alt="Dandelion Wall Art, Dandelions Art Poster, Yellow and Gray, Printable Art, Home Decorations, Housewarming Gift, Home Sign, Home Decor" src="https://img0.etsystatic.com/127/0/8418624/il_170x135.869020292_3vey.jpg" style="border: medium none; padding: 0px;" title="Dandelion Wall Art, Dandelions Art Poster, Yellow and Gray, Printable Art, Home Decorations, Housewarming Gift, Home Sign, Home Decor" width="100px" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/159823061" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Dandelion Wall Art, Dandelions Art Poster, Yellow and Gray, Printable Art, Home Decorations, Housewarming Gift, Home Sign, Home Decor">Dandelion Wall Art, Dandelions Art Poster, Yellow and Gray, Printable Art, Home Decorations, Housewarming Gift, Home Sign, Home Decor</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/WeLovePrintableArt" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="WeLovePrintableArt">WeLovePrintableArt</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/MermaidsWhispers" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="MermaidsWhispers">MermaidsWhispers</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/NouveauNiche" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="NouveauNiche">NouveauNiche</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/268892736" style="color: #666666; font-family: sans-serif; font-size: 8px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="Yellow and Gray Wall Art, Yellow Flowers Print, Friendship Quotes, Unique Gift for Friend, Friendship, Gift for Friend, Yellow Flowers Print">Yellow and Gray Wall Art, Yellow Flowers Print, Friendship Quotes, Unique Gift for Friend, Friendship, Gift for Friend, Yellow Flowers Print</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/bonnielecat" style="color: #b2b2b2; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank" title="bonnielecat">bonnielecat</a></div>
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One of my favorite parts about creating custom pieces is the fun pictures I get from my customers. I love that customers can leave a photo with their review now too! Here are some recent photos I've received from happy customers :)</div>
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This look is just priceless!!!<br />
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This buyer made each daughter a special sweater. Handmade sweater paired with handmade buttons :)<br />
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And Amanda from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Sorbysweetscakedesign/" target="_blank">Sorby Sweets</a> makes the most beautiful wedding cakes and other sweet confections. She sends each wedding couple a thank you box and includes 2 of my wooden spoons :)</div>
Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-78424232136407630712016-07-12T00:55:00.000-05:002016-07-12T00:55:06.567-05:00Etsy in People Magazine<div style="text-align: center;">
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While browsing a recent issue of People magazine, I was pleasantly surprised to see Etsy mentioned not once, but twice in the issue!</div>
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I first came across this advertisement for the USPS. I'm not sure how they chose which businesses to represent in this ad, but I was happy to see Etsy right alongside a big name business like Bass Pro!</div>
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Then while reading "100 Reasons to Love America" Etsy was listed on the first page (after Matthew McConaughey, of course). It is listed as "Born in Brooklyn, it's an online emporium for all things artisinal".</div>
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With all the processing problems that Etsy had last week, it sure was nice to see something positive about Etsy :)</div>
Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-53891389149244975152016-07-07T00:51:00.000-05:002016-07-07T00:51:02.347-05:00New Art in the Studio<div style="text-align: center;">
I've been working a little more with painted projects lately, but just on personal/gift projects and not things for the shop. I enjoy projects like this when the weather allows and when I have time. Last week I showed a <a href="http://memoriesforlifescrapbooks.blogspot.com/2016/06/mistake-what-mistake.html" target="_blank">fun baby shower gift</a> I made and here is a similar piece I made for my own studio.</div>
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I have a tall skinny piece of wall space next to my bathroom door that can be seen when you walk in my studio door from the outside. I've been looking for a piece to fit this area, but had no luck in stores. So I decided to take on the project myself! As usual, it took me forever to decide on artwork and a design! But once I did, it came together so nicely! Are you surprised I didn't choose pink :)
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Like my baby shower piece, this one also had a "mistake" take place during the painting. As I was painting the outer edge white, I accidentally dripped white paint on top of one of the feathers! The blue paint is spray paint, but the white paint is acrylic paint. And to my surprise, I found that the excess paint wiped off with a damp cloth and didn't hurt the blue paint! So I decided to paint both of the feathers white as well!
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Note to self though...next time use a different font that doesn't require so much weeding! Luckily I could sit and watch Netflix as I took all those tiny pieces of tape off :)</div>
Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-69268650294957495122016-07-01T00:55:00.000-05:002016-07-01T00:55:01.558-05:00Friday Features - 4th of July<div style="text-align: center;">
Wishing all of my US friends and readers a Happy 4th of July weekend!</div>
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I didn't realize how long it had been since I'd put together a Friday Features post and what better reason than a holiday :) Enjoy these finds!</div>
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/274518844/american-flag-wood-american-flag-4th-of" target="_blank">Flag Art</a> | <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/231881168/4th-of-july-shirt-4th-of-july-tank-top" target="_blank">Tank Top</a> | <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/293763665/fourth-of-july-decor-americana-decor" target="_blank">America the beautiful Sign</a> | <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/238089599/american-flag-painted-chalk-paint-mason" target="_blank">Mason Jars</a></div>
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And I got all festive and gave myself a manicure! Any bets on whether it actually lasts until Monday...lol! At least I took a picture before I find a way to mess them up!</div>
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Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-1516730338427881332016-06-29T00:50:00.000-05:002016-06-29T00:50:04.855-05:00Wordless Wednesday - Love Rocks<div style="text-align: center;">
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Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-27926547565269455292016-06-27T00:51:00.000-05:002016-06-27T00:51:05.626-05:00Mistake? What Mistake :)<div style="text-align: center;">
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Over the weekend I attended my cousin's baby shower. I knew I wanted to make her something personalized since they had the baby's name chosen and colors and decor for his nursery.</div>
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I decided on a cute painted sign with his name and some arrows on it. I thought I had this designed to fit the entire board, but got my dimensions off and only engraved 12 inches instead of 18! Many times when "mistakes" occur in engraving, there isn't much to do in ways of fixing it. But I was determined to find a way to make this sign work. That's when I came up with the idea to add a wooden frame! I cut the frame and a second wooden piece as a ledge to go behind it that the picture can just be slid into from the top.</div>
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Viola! Mistake? What Mistake :)</div>
Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-10052105227731203682016-06-22T09:13:00.001-05:002016-06-22T09:13:04.474-05:00Wordless Wednesday - Sunset on the River<div style="text-align: center;">
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Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-90425576531631722532016-06-09T00:17:00.000-05:002016-06-09T00:17:02.160-05:00Life Lately<div style="text-align: center;">
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As I mentioned in Tuesday's post, life has been pretty busy the last few weeks. And with summer almost here, I'm hoping to be out and about more often as well!</div>
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My parents were here for about 10 days over Memorial Weekend and the following week. So I was spending as much time with them as I could while sneaking in work where I could as well. My dad and I had planned on going fishing, but it decided to downpour half the time they were here. So it was super muddy and the ponds were even muddy from the runoff, so fishing was out. Instead we took a day to work on Gladys to get her lights working properly...thanks Dad!</div>
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And my mom and I got to spend some time visiting friends and running errands together. I even put her to work a little as well...thanks Mom!</div>
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And we got to go on our Airboat Maiden Voyage on Sunday! The weather was perfect...blue skies and a light breeze. We've had so much rain that the river has been too high to boat safely, so we've been waiting for the right time. We're hoping to get out again this weekend as well...bring on the sunshine!!</div>
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<b>What have you been up to lately? </b></div>
Memories for Lifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09677127617656258362noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-595462995395752860.post-9383601277184581142016-06-07T00:54:00.000-05:002016-06-07T00:54:11.631-05:00Gladys' First Car Show<div style="text-align: center;">
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It's been a busy couple of weeks, but the highlight was definitely Gladys' First Car Show! It was so fun getting her out and showing her off! But I will say, it was a lot of work too. Shamee-ing (spelling?) a station wagon takes forever! But it was well worth it :)</div>
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And Jesse took our '39 Chevy as well. It was so cool having both cars at the show!</div>
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While we didn't win any prizes, we had a great day. I love looking at all the other beautiful cars and talking with other car enthusiasts. It's always fun to tell people how Gladys got her name and how she is a 4th generation family car. You sure don't see many Ramblers around anymore, so she always gets lots of looks!</div>
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One really cool thing we saw was etched car windows! How cool would it be to put Gladys' name on one of the windows!! Of course the glass has to be taken out and put back in, but it might just happen!</div>
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We have some friends that are completely restoring and old Dodge car and don't have glass in it yet. They loved the idea of having their daughter-in-law draw something special and having me etch it on their windows! Who knew these lasers had so many possibilities!</div>
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