Stitching!

My little etsy shop has gotten busy in the last two weeks, five orders just this weekend! I find stitching to be quite relaxing, which is a good thing. Here's the design I've been making the most.

In other news, Christmas is fast approaching, and I think I'm almost ready. Joshua and I went to cut down a tree last weekend. It's a lovely white spruce that makes me smile, all loaded up with my childhood ornaments. Nearly all of my shopping is finished and wrapped, and Christmas break will be here in two and a half weeks.

One last picture before I conclude this entry. A present to me from my dear husband. He thinks he's so clever...

Crafting Again

I've been using my time the past couple of weeks to make a few items that will be making their way into my etsy shop. Business has been very slow the past year, probably because I'm not desperate for the money like I was in grad school. That's made me a little lazy when it comes to crafting. I do still enjoy my felt stash, though, so I got back to it.
I think these daisy pincushions are quite cute. I would like to make more in different colors.

I got started early on a few Christmas stockings. I usually sell a few. I especially like the hot pink bow one.

It's a little late for goals for the week, so here are accomplishments for the week.

- The sump pump backup was installed yesterday, a pricey little thing, but totally worth the peace of mind.

- Read a book like a crazy, possessed woman who couldn't put it down.

- Hosting a party tomorrow evening. Stop by!

Mas Calcetines de Navida

¡Soy una máquina de calcetines de Navidad! Para comprarlos, visitas Toodle-ooo.

It's Beginning to Look a lot Like Christmas

Here's my latest stocking for Etsy. I just sold my second item, and it's inspiring me to create more. I think this may be my cutest one yet. If you're in need of a lovely snowman stocking, please visit www.toodleooo.etsy.com

Creations for Etsy

Sometime last year my dear sister introduced me to www.etsy.com, a fun website where individuals sell all sorts of handmade items. Every since then, I've been thinking about having my own Etsy store. Two months ago, Jenna and I finally decided to go into business. Our store, www.toodleooo.etsy.com has been an entertaining project, but so far, we've had little business (one sale). We're trying not to be discouraged... Here's my latest project, which combines two of my favorite things: buttons and embroidery. If you know any parents of little girls, send them my way!