School Spirit

I've been thinking a lot about high school lately Of course, teenagers like to sport their school colors at events... Even during school ;). I work with a girl who has a daughter in high school, which has been a wonderful inspiration to my business. Who knew I just happened to have beads in her schyool colors (coincidence? I think not!!)?? SO naturally, I've been making stuff for her. I've made a stretchy seed bead bracelet (which thanks to technology, I have no pictures of) and a pair of earrings that I made this afternoon.

So, if you want to sport your school colors at events this year, send me a message with your school colors and I can make something for you!

<3

Stephanie

Holidays are coming!!

I haven't forgotten you guys, but man, have we been busy. It's amazing how much you get done without kids. I'm not saying they hold me back because I enjoy every minute of being mommy, but things just don't get done because they are SOOO CUTE!! I mean... come on... look at these faces!

Who wouldn't play with them????

But motivation, to say the least, has hit the pits. While raising them has been my primary priority, I haven't forgotten my dreams. I made trick or treat bags for the kids (well, I made them for the Yamboree in Gilmer, TX, but that's fine). But they are SOO awesome!

My sister in law came down in October to help me with the Yamboree so we set up our booths together as Bright Eyed Birdie and Simply Sassy Gifts. We had a blast and had a great time really getting to know each other. I can't wait to do it again! She has some awesome pendants and I've got two or three that have just lain around the house for several months just waiting for inspiration to strike! Well guess what - it did!! Last night, I made a necklace with one of the pendants and have taken pictures of it for your viewing pleasure. Tell me what you think!

Well, let me get back to the kiddos. Stay tuned for more adventures!

<3 Steph.

Certainly

So, I don't have a clue as to why I started this thing. It was a whim decision and I wish I had waited until next year. Matt was saying how cool it would be to do AlleyFest and somehow I found myself agreeing... Which don't get me wrong it probably would be cool once I got my legs under me a little better. I don't know if I've got a strong enough base to be doing a craft fair yet.

I've got beads, I've got displays, I've got fabric and a few things to sell.... But now it's time to make lots and lots of other things to sell and put a price on it. Then, I'll have to do even more... We'll actually have to go to AlleyFest and put my name/face out there. Am I frickin crazy??? As if I already didn't have a taste of social anxiety.

In just a couple of short weeks, we will be setting up for a booth in public for cryin out loud lol. I'm having a hard time getting things together and taking the time to start making things. Caegon is at such a fun age.... This is the time that mothers need to take it slow and really enjoy what a baby has to offer.. So why did I decide on an impulse to waste some of this precious time with him?






Matt said... When is AlleyFest anyway
I said.... First weekend of June.. Deadline to enter hasn't passed yet.
He said... We should enter a booth
I said... That would be pretty cool

....and now I'm kicking myself in the rear. I'm no where near ready. I don't really have the time to get ready for this. And seeing as they've already accepted my booth fee and there are no refunds after May 7th, I guess we're doing this thing.

Ready or not... Here we come Alleyfest!
<3

www.alleyfest.org


- Posted using BlogPress from my iPod

Creatively Speaking

So you all know that Matt can be a frickin mad genius with a little bit of wood and his large collection of tools. Well, he's at it again! In a couple of short weeks, we will be hosting a booth at the local AlleyFest and I knew that I would be needing some displays made up. Well, he came home with an extra sheet of plywood off a job and had plans to return it at Lowe's so I asked him what if we just actually USED it? He hasn't made everything yet, but check this out!!





I was at walmart where I had been trying to talk myself out of buying that fabric but I had this strong impulse to buy it and I'm so glad I did! How awesome is this!?

We went to Michael's the other day and bought the stuff to make these bad boys:




Thanks, hunny!!

In other news- Caegon has found his thumb!




Onward with my craft fair duties!!!
After I feed Caegon, of course! :)

<3

- Posted using BlogPress from my iPod

Busy as a Bee

If you ever had kids, you know how busy I've been. I've got a wonderful three year old, who (while still wonderful) is pushing his limits (of course!) and a handsome nearly three month old, who (while still soooo handsome) is teething (so soon!!).

Life has been incredibly full for me. I don't know how I find time to do anything. I get to sleep for maybe 4 hours a night, with a wake up call in between. School started back last Friday, so I'm working on that. I just listed 8 pairs of earrings for sale on Etsy. Laundry, housework, work-work... I'm a busy little bee lately. One of these days I will find my balance.


I had Mr. Caegon in his bouncer tonight just watching him, waiting for hubby to finish dinner. He's such a calm little man. He started to whine a bit and just got quiet. The next time I looked down at him after taking a bit, he had his hand in his mouth, sucking away!! When did he find his hand!!?? He's getting soo big sooo fast! I sent out a message to family of his beautiful little voice. He just talks to you quite regularly now when his tummy is full and his diaper is clean. How can life get any better?

Well, if you'd like, take a look at my new listings. I will post the group photos for your viewing pleasure! =)

Have a great night everyone!!

It's Been A While

Okay guys, I know it's been a while since I last posted, but things have been crazy. I have officially survived the first two weeks back at work and now have a beautiful 8 week old little boy (not forgetting my handsome 3 & 1/2 year old =D). Things have been hectic. For the most part, the last two weeks, I've come home snuggled with baby and as soon as he's asleep for more than 30 minutes, I end up crashing out on the couch where I was spending some time with the rest of the family. And when I haven't been crashed out on the couch, I have been busy plucking away at homework. I don't know what made me think that I could do what I have set out to do this year, but I am having serious doubts.

I do, however, know that I need some extra cash flow. And I took a giant step toward achieving that extra cash flow. I opened my Etsy shop. Officially!! I'm so excited! And (I think thanks to Facebook), I've also already made my first sale! I sold a pair of earrings.

Aren't they just terribly cute!? Thanks, Etsy buyer! I really enjoyed making these and considered making some more for myself. They're just too cute not to wear on Wednesday. =)

Well, I'm off to the rest of my overwhelming duties (motherhood and education, lol). Keep watching for more exciting adventures!

oX <3 Xo

Stephanie

These Six Weeks

I survived my first day away from Caegon.

I cried my heart out leaving him this morning, but I survived it.

^^ Motivation for bigger and better things ^^

Keep watching for more! <3

Stephanie