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Adorn and Honor the Goddess in every woman. This week's Featured Artisan is Allurynn - Creations by Moonlight! Beautiful creations by a very  talented artisan! You can find Creations by Moonlight on: Website Etsy Facebook Twitter Blog Grab the code for your blog HERE

You were stone white So delicate Lost in the cold Natural Caribbean Brain Coral  Pendant Bell Coral Pendant Something about coconut trees in the snow seemed right about posting this video today. I spent the day listing some new Jewelry by Bridget, and started with the coral and shells ones that she did. Being January, thinking of finding coral and sea shells was a comforting thought.  I miss those weekend trips to the beach, even in January.  This nostalgic and touching song seemed a good fit, and it's a great song. The Cure - Pictures Of you Get More: The Cure - Pictures Of you Conch Tear Pendant West Indian Whelk Shard Pendant Touching the pendants, thinking how the coral was all found by Bridget on her last trip to the Caribbean, and then brought back here and lovingly given a new life as a beautiful piece of jewelry makes me appreciate it even more. Enjoy the pictures.  Enjoy the snow and coconuts.  By the end, I almost believed th...

When I mention that my mother-in-law is in town now for over a month, I often get looks of horror and sympathy. I have heard horror stories, and tales of horrible mother-in-laws, but I am forced to explain at each reaction to my statement, that I am one of the lucky few that has a wonderful mother-in-law . I explain that we get along better than if she were my own mother! That she is the complete opposite of the wretched mother-in-law stereotypes.   My Heart is at Superstition Mountain Pendant Then I get to mention that she is also a wonderfully talented and creative person who makes some very cool jewelry that I am lucky enough to show in my shops in the Jewelry by Bridget section .  Venetian Glass Ring Sands of Time Resin Inlay Ring New to the shops are Bridget's small selection of rings. This was a new avenue she tried last year to explore the wire wrapped jewelry in more than just pendants. She made just a few, and I am happy to introduce them to you today. ...

I have limited sewing abilities. I have made pillows, sewn buttons on, patched jeans, and can even make a decent tied quilt. But alterations to existing garments are a bit out of my comfort zone. Why did I need to make alterations? My daughter needs a long, white, flowing skirt to complete her costume for the upcoming school musical. Our quest for a long, white, flowing skirt was a difficult one, especially since we procrastinated beginning the search, and it is January. (not exactly white skirt season). And the play is in one week. I managed to find the perfect skirt though. Couldn't believe it! And it was on sale to boot! Only $7! One problem though: It was a size 1XL - She is a size 5.   Out of the selection the store had, this was the smallest size white skirt they had. (They had sizes of the same skirt up to 3XL!)   But since the play is about a week away, we needed to get something, and this one actually had nice applique work on it.  I thought, 'it's a...

What a very cool shop this is!  "Where soap meets art!"  No joke, there are some beautiful soaps in this shop. This weeks Featured Artisan is Dallas Soap Company! Yummy goodies to indulge yourself in! Spoil yourself rotten... visit Dallas Soap Company!  You can find Dallas Soap Company on: Website Etsy Facebook This is my fave, of course with purple in it,  and the smell must be awesome!  Mardi Gras Handcrafted Artisan Soap Refreshing Citrus Blend Be sure to stop by and see her!

In honor of the Chinese New Year today,  2012 being the year of the dragon , I am featuring the only good dragon song I know.   The  Dragon in Chinese Culture  symbolizes potent and  auspicious  powers. It is also a symbol of good luck. 2012 is the year of the Water Dragon as well, proven today by the non-stop rain we have had so far. Let today's new moon bring you creativity, and good fortune for the whole year. 

Today we are honored to have Anna Garner , a very knowledgeable and talented creator who has explored the world, helps us take something old, and make it new. Her interest in the histories of ancient cultures, art, art history, and ancient civilizations brings a unique look and feel to her creations. She is a wealth of information, and we can all learn to appreciate what goes in to making old things into new.  Visit her shop at Crafts of the Past  (for ancient artifacts, antiques, and new creations), her facebook page (where she shares stories of her archaeology adventures), and her blog, Facing East Designs  (where she often shares how she creates, and explains the histories of stones and beads often used). Old Beads, New Designs by facingEAST Designs   by Anna Garner   During the last forty years of my life, I have collected beads and ethnic silver jewelry.   When I am inspired to create a new design from the loose pieces in my ...

With a little black mixed in. Red is the Color of Love   Curated By: RaigeCreations ArtFire.com Handmade Soap Happy Season of Love

Back last year, I won a giveaway from Everyday Inspired , and in it was a magnetic dry erase board. For the past year, it has had a prime location on the fridge, where I would try to give my kids inspirational and motivational tidbits so they would start their day with positive thoughts, as to be out the door at 7am is a tough thing to do in a good mood. Wall-E Wednesday - not sure who Mr. West is. I guess my tidbits were getting a bit stale, because lately the kids have taken it upon themselves to put themed notes on it. I guess my day themed blog series have rubbed off on them.  So for a change, I have taken their cues and let it motivate me! Today it is  Wall-E Wednesday. What was Wall-E's purpose ? To collect garbage. Well, today is as good a day as any to tackle the garbage, um I mean our collections of stuff, taking up main real estate in the basement.   Pile of 'stuff' right in the middle of the basement. "Wall-E hubby" and I will be! Sorti...

Sharing a great creator today. ~Zur Designs~ This Week's Featured Artisan is Deb Hall - Zur Designs! Deb not only is a dedicated artisan she also is dedicated to helping promote her fellow artisans  She has a group on Facebook and team on Etsy called Indie Junction! You can find Zur Designs on: Etsy Facebook Blog

When I asked hubby this morning what song was stuck in his head, because my head was uncharacteristically void of any music, he said "Feed My Head is stuck in my head" .  And that led to this song firmly implanted in MY head. (after I giggled because it sounded so funny!) How did it get in his head? Well, the kids found the movie SuckerPunch  on cable. ( dvd movie website ) Though it was criticized a bit harshly , the music and visual effects were enough to make us watch it not just once this past weekend, but twice. (daughter didn't see the whole thing the first time.....so we watched it again). This is one of the songs that fit right into the theme and feel of the movie, and being a good song to begin with, it gets in your head, and just sits there, quite pleasantly .   As it replayed in my head all morning, it came to me that I particularly enjoyed this weekend in part because I found the creative challenge I needed to get back to my yarns and beads, and get...

A little browsing is a good thing, especially over a cup of tea, or coffee, or hot chocolate (depending on when and where you are reading this). So sit back, relax, and take a look at what some Zibbeters have been up to.   Citrine Lampwork Earrings by Zoe Zen's Garden Red Heart Brings Love Scarf by Raige Creations Custom Bee Wooden Letters by Dana Railey Winter Themed His and Hers Hand Towels by POP Embroidery Camouflage Wallet by Breitwork Red Crochet Mary Jane Slippers by Mimi & Colette Satin Spirit Rose Clip by Beautiful Swag Store Pouffy Fun Fingerless Gloves by All About the Buttons Coral and Gold Rose Ornament by Hawks Nest Creations Autumn Harvest Fabric by Alpaca Flats Chocolate Candy Hearts by Red Rose Confections Dantes Colors Hand Dyed Silk Scarf by Dante's Spirit Glass Heart Necklace by Dive Dva Spiral Sun Round Magnet by Breath of the Dragon A very special thank you to Sunfi...