Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Bethy and LolliShops...

I have been patiently waiting to share my Bethy. Awaiting the launch of LolliShops,

MYNEWSHOP



I made this dear girl some weeks ago and I couldn't wait to share, so here she is. Bethy spent some time with me on my trip to Virginia Beach for my last show of the Season, arriving back just in time for LolliShops to take off. Do stop by my new shop to read all about Bethy

www.lollishops.com/on-a-wing-and-a-prayer


Bethy is just one item on my new shop for now, but there are many more beautiful shops to see at LolliShops so do stop by for a look-see.

www.lollishops.com/

Monday, December 1, 2008

Giveaway Time...


I trust you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Ours was perfect, my dear husband cooked all day, while I kept sewing for a show I was going to the next day. All is well and the Christmas season is upon us.



Time to pick a name and the winner gets to pick her prize.
I thought it would be fun to pick from my Soldered Santa Ornaments for this giveaway prize.

The winner may pick 3 of the ornaments above.

And the angel that posted about this giveaway (Rosemary), send me your address and I will send you a sweet surprise as well.

Thanks to all who participated and all your dear comments.
Your all truly inspiring.


And the winner is...
With a little help from Roxy,




( I had a little trouble getting it back from her)


Elaine
Now just e-mail me your address Elaine and tell me what 3 ornaments you would like to have of the six above
thanks to all.

Sunday, November 9, 2008

Welcome Fall and A 100th Post Giveaway...



I know a bit late right. Fall has been in bloom here in Virginia quite some time now and I have much to share.
First my view out my sewing room window has had my attention.

Isn't this just beautiful. The first picture is about a month ago and the second is just last week. Today the tree is nearly empty of its leaves. Cool weather and the scent of burning leaves is the welcome reminder of the season.
And the coming season is what has kept me to my sewing. I have had my hands to work creating treasures for up coming shows. I'm already finished with one show and I have another to prepare for.

Here are a few things I have been working on for the show and I have added a couple things to my Etsy shop as well.
Here are my soldered Santa Ornaments...

And here are some of my Santa's

And now on to my 100th Post GIVEAWAY!!!
Actually, I am having 2 Giveaways.
For the first part the rules are simple
starting today, just leave a comment here and your in.

The Second is, to help get the word out about my giveaway, there will be a second drawing for anyone who post about my giveaway on their blog. Comment here again and post the link about the giveaway from my sidebar or the one below and your in the second separate drawing.
Prizes will be announced in the next week or so.
Names will be picked the Monday after Thanksgiving,
December 1

OnAWingAndAPrayerGiveaway

Saturday, October 11, 2008

Blythe's Bonnet...

Yes, this is a sweet little bonnet.
I have loved it so, but I must tell you my collections usually have a purpose,
a re-purpose if you will.
A petty coat and bloomers perhaps.
And this bonnet was perfect for my new dollie
"Blythe"
Her dress is made from reproduction civil war fabric c.1860
Something to go perfect with her lovely cameo.
Blythe is hand sculpted from paper clay, hand painted face, with a antique finish.
She will be heading to the big city in November.

I think she makes a pretty Picture...

Sunday, September 14, 2008

A Fair to Remember...


I have been away for much to long.
I have much fun to share. Business has picked up so I have had my Hands to Work.


First I'll share that my Charms can now be found in Richmond VA, at the new
Whole Foods Market at Short Pump.
A very sweet girl who is a buyer for Whole Foods Market contacted me through my Etsy shop (and a few other talented locals) and asked if we would be interested in having our work in the new store, in the beauty section.
So I jumped at the chance. I was at my work table with soldering Iron in hand for 3 weeks. I thought I would never get so many done, but I did. I was up to my ears in charms.

After all that it was time for a break, so my wonderful husband took me on a little spur of the moment trip. Just us two, on the road again.

To the Country Living Fair in Columbus, Ohio.



It was just wonderful, fabulous, spectacular!
I got to meet some of the most talented artist we all know and love, and I shopped till I dropped. It was a
"Craft Show on Steroids".
That is the best way I can describe it. Even with the steamy rain all day, it was still one of the most enjoyable shows I have ever been to. And meeting these artist was just a Thrill for me, and we all know how truly talented these ladies are.

When I first arrived It was right to Earth Angel Toys booth. Oh to see all this beautiful art work in person, I was in Awe.
 
To my surprise, I meet Jennifer Schneeman. I have loved and admired her work for many years and she was there too.




Before I left, I had to go back to Earth Angels just one last time to see if I could catch
Debbee Thibault.
She wasn't there when I first came by. But she was this time, and I must say one of the nicest people I have ever had the pleasure chatting with. What a treat to meet her.


What a fantastical day it was. Here are a few more pictures of the Show.
Fall is in full bloom in Ohio.
Enjoy.




A delightlful vintage wares booth.