Monthly Archives: December 2010

Be Festive Kit ~ Giveaway!!

Today  is the Sew Mama Sew giveaway day!! To make sure that you are completely festive and ready for the holidays, I thought it would be fun to make a little “Be Festive Kit”, which includes: * Be Festive art … Continue reading

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sponsor highlight: Big Dreams, Small wonders

Last March, I had the opportunity to meet Louise Gale at Artfest.  Aside from her adorable English accent, she had a creative energy and positive outlook on life that was absolutely contagious.   I am super excited to be seeing her … Continue reading

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don’t forget…

* I am still offering 25% off your purchase when you order any print or ornament in my shop – Use coupon code: HOLIDAY * Some prices in my shop have been reduced~ go take a look! * I am … Continue reading

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Book review and giveaway

I received this book in the mail last week and have been enjoying reading through it. It’s called, How to Build a Fire: and other handy things your grandfather knew, by Erin Bried. Erin also wrote How to sew a … Continue reading

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holiday thrifting

thrifted owls and paper weights (hats added with picnik for extra holiday spirit) We did a quick little thrifting trip to a new thrift shop that just opened up (Humane Society on Speedway for you locals). We went right after … Continue reading

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Be charming: wine charm how to

I thought these would make great hostess gifts if your planning on going to any Christmas parties.  I usually take a bottle of wine, but even better would be something that can be reuse and enjoyed long after the holidays. … Continue reading

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holiday swag

I made a couple of things today… A pretty swag for my front door. It’s made with the trimmed branches from our tree and a little fancy, glittery piece from Michael’s.  I’m in love with the plaid ribbon I found … Continue reading

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there’s no place like home (giveaway)

I love staying home for Christmas. We get up early, open prezzies, stay in our pj’s for most of the day, do a big puzzle, watch a movie  and just have a good time together. Then we go visit family … Continue reading

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oh, tannenbaum

I don’t know where the weekend went, but it just whizzed by. The boys are still talking about all the stuff we did on Saturday. With 75 degree weather, we couldn’t help but do the outside holiday decorating, which really … Continue reading

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more inspiration!

1. poinsettia brooch, 2. Ho-Ho-Homestyle Santa Ornament, 3. WIP de Natal, 4. mr & mrs claus ornaments, 5. paper flower wreath, 6. Merry trio, 7. Cherries detail, 8. Dollhouse Miniature Gingerbread House, 9. my apologies to the purists, but I … Continue reading

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