Showing posts with label Etsy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Etsy. Show all posts

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Only Wednesday?!

Is it really only Wednesday? I feel like it should be Friday already, and yet it also feels like Monday. Funny how that works.

I went yesterday and purchased my scrubs for clinicals and was pleasantly surprised with the price, which is a first when it comes to this nursing school business. Everything seems overpriced. I swear they have 40 dollared me to death. I'm also fairly certain that books for this semester alone will be close to $1,000. I now understand what my parents went through when I got my Bachelor's degree. I knew college was expensive, but I just didn't know HOW expensive. It's much more real when you pay for it yourself. Thanks, Mom and Dad! Have I mentioned how stressed I am about the student loan process, too? I'm convinced there's something I'm going to forget to do, then I'll get kicked out of school for not having filled out some pertinent paperwork. Then I'll die. Or I'll get to the bookstore and they won't be able to charge my books to my loan, then I'll have to start with no books, then I'll die. Do you see where this is going? All roads lead to death.

Have I also mentioned how psyched I am to be leaving my job? This place just gets crazier and crazier. Plus, I'm fairly certain my new boss doesn't like the way we do anything because we still do it the way the old boss wanted it done. Do you know how hard it is to completely change the way you do your job? It takes time and lots of retraining. It's not easy! Give us some slack, huh? Plus {don't tell him, but} I think the old way is better anyway. It seems like things just don't actually ever get done around here anymore. Maybe I'm just burnt out and jaded. Probably. But office morale is nearly at an all-time low since my tenure here began. It's not a healthy work environment, to say the least. But I digress...Back to nursing school!

Like I was saying, I got my scrubs for clinicals, along with my very own stethoscope and pen light. I feel like a true nursing student now! I'm pretty sure I could save lives with just these two accessories. I can't wait to get started!

I've also been working my little fingers to the bone by crocheting every free minute of the evening after work. I feel that I should be making better progress, but I am getting a bit quicker. I finally listed a custom listing for women's Mary Jane slippers in the shop, so if there's a certain color combo you want, let me know:) Otherwise, I'm still working on getting several pairs made up to put in the shop that will be ready to ship when they're ordered as many of you have requested {I'm so honored!}. This is a pair that was given away by Inner Hooker on her Facebook business page. The winner picked a great color combo--avacado and yellow.


I'm hoping I can crochet my way through nursing school since I'm quitting my job. *hint hint* So if you feel a hankering for some Mary Janes, I'll be glad to "hook" you up! Ok, I know....that was a terrible joke, but I couldn't resist;)

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Monday, July 19, 2010

Crochet Owl Earflap Hat

I bought this pattern last week from Inner Hooker and immediately fell in love. I finished my first one last night and it's now available in the shop! I am so pleased with the way it turned out:)

What do you think?


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I'm going to start on a pink one tonight. I have lots of color combos in mind, so I hope they're a hit!


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Monday, June 21, 2010

Made it Monday

I'm back from "staycation" {thanks for the new word, Scotti!} and back to the daily grind. Fun fun! However, my countdown to the end of this job and the start of nursing school has begun. Yay! I'm so ready. It's very surreal though. I know I've been accepted and I'm starting August 16th, but I still won't believe it until I go to class the first day. I can't seem to believe that I will be a nurse {hopefully!} in 2 years. If you had told me 5 years ago that this is the route I would be taking, I wouldn't have believed you. I always swore if there was anything I could never do, it was something in the medical field. Just goes to show how much we change as we grow.

On another note, I thought I'd share with you what I made this past week. I ordered this pattern for crochet button loafers and it was SO EASY! They turned out amazingly cute, too. I made this pair for my new nephew, Michael, in the 0-3 months size. My sister said they swallowed him but that she hopes they will fit in August.


Aren't they precious?! I love them so much that I plan to make them in a rainbow of colors and offer them in my shop. They were so much fun to make, too!

What have you been working on lately?

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Wednesday, April 28, 2010

What Are You Doing Wednesday

photo from kindovermatter.com

If you've been keeping up with the blog, you already know that I have recently really felt that God was telling me to use the gifts and talents he has given me to help the less fortunate. I have been ABUNDANTLY blessed in so many ways. While I'm by no means "wealthy" or "rich", my husband and I live comfortably and don't have to worry about whether or not we can pay the bills. I have also been blessed with my creative abilities. Without Him, I would have and be nothing.

So, to make a long story short, I have decided that for EVERY BABY ITEM I sell in my shop, whether it be a bib, burp cloths, crochet hat, or whatever, I will donate one of those items {bib, burp cloths, crochet hat} to Hope Unlimited {a local Christian organization that aides women with crisis pregancies} or to our church's ACTS House, which gives free clothing and homegoods to families in need in our area.

Through this, I hope I am able to bless someone in a small way, as I am blessed daily. This also means I need to get more items in my shop, which is something I always put off. I love creating but hate listing. Boo hiss. If only I had an Etsy fairy...

*Profits from my shop will still go to the child I am going to sponsor through Compassion Int'l.

If you have any other ideas of ways I can use my craft for the greater good, please let me know! I'm always interested in new ideas. How do you give back?

Here are some blogs focused on using your crafts for the greater good:

Craft Hope

Snuggles Project

Kind Over Matter


God bless your day!


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Friday, April 23, 2010

Friday Etsy Faves

I haven't done this in a long while, so I thought today was a good a day as any to bring back the Friday Faves! These are just a few of my current Etsy faves. They're hard to narrow down, but here we go:

^A.MAZ.ING. I have to have it.^

^This really just says it all.^


^Simply beautiful.^


^Great song. Beautiful print.^

^Owls + Polka Dots = Love^


1. Home Love by spreadthelove
2. Scripture Art by artbyerinleigh
3. Under His Wings canvas by a pocket full of posies
4. Blackbird Singing in the Dead of Night print by WashiCat
5. Owl Fabric Art by woollypetals


Have a great weekend!


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Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Crochet Summer Hat

I made this hat last night with some purple variegated yarn that I loved. I am really pleased with the say it turned out. What do you think? Honest critiques please! I want to start adding some of these to my shop. Any advice?


I especially like this pattern in particular because it works up really quickly, plus it's made with 100% cotton, so it's breazy and breathable for summer.

I got the pattern here.

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Friday, March 26, 2010

TGIF

Is anyone else still having trouble with the time change? I'm tired all the time. What's the deal?

This weekend I have my nephew's 1st birthday, wedding dress shopping with my friend Jayme (yay!! my first time being a bridesmaid), and probably some crochet therapy. Who knows. What do you have planned? Happy Friday!


New in the shop:



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Wednesday, March 17, 2010

happy wednesday!

If you can't tell, I've gotten really into the crochet lately. Here's a headband I whipped up the other night (please excuse the hair):





*Free Pattern by http://www.creativeyarn.blogspot.com/

It was really simple, yet satisfying. I'm going to add this one to my shop. Or maybe I'll keep it for myself. What other colors would you like to see? I think this is great for spring! Can also be made in a smaller size for babies or kids.

I also made some keyfobs a couple of weeks ago for some friends which I've finally taken the time to upload, though the pics aren't the greatest.




I bought the materials for these before Christmas planning to make a bunch as presents, bI ut kept putting it off because I thought it was going to be a lot of work. Little did I know how easy they would turn out to be! The embroidery machine gave me a few fits, but I think I have it down now. So if you have a birthday coming up, just expect to get one of these from me.

Also, here's a cute bib for my adorable nephew, and of course, just another reason to show off cute pictures of him.


Hope you enjoy watching him grow because he's my favorite guinea pig. It also helps that his mom, my sister-in-law, always goes on and on about the stuff I make him and shows it off to all her friends. It's a good ego boost;)

So what other headband colors should I made?

And in other news, I have been accepted into nursing school! It's a 2 year RN program and I will start in the Fall. So don't feel too guilty if you want to help my college fund and shop here :)

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Tuesday, March 9, 2010

I'm still alive!

I'm baaaaack! My friend Jayme has been giving me a hard time about not blogging anymore, and I really have no excuse, except that I hate taking pictures of my projects. I love doing them, and want to even put some on Etsy, but I have a confession...I'm lazy. Atleast when it comes to taking pictures, uploading, doing descriptions, etc. ect. So, this one's for you, Jayme:)

Anyway, here's what I've been up to lately:

I finally learned to crochet, and made this fun little hat for my nephew. I hope to put some in my Etsy store soon. *Pattern from Nutella Dreams Late Night Crafts.


I also ordered a bunch of these elephants and am embroidering them for baby gifts. (Also comes in pink).


And for my newest crochet project, I made my nephew a monkey hat for his upcoming 1st birthday party, which is going to be (of course) a monkey theme. He's precious, I know!

*Pattern by Inner Hooker on Etsy.


I have a ton of new crochet patterns I'm planning to try, so I will post pictures soon. In particular, I hope to be posting some "green" crocheted face scrubbies in the shop soon.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Crochet

Happy New Year!


I have done tons of crocheting and have finally taken some pics! I really hope to get some hats in the Etsy store soon. Be on the lookout! Here's a pic for now. What do you think?






Pattern by:
Nutella Dreams Late Night Crafts
www.thnkdfrent.etsy.com


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Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Learning to Crochet

I haven't told you this yet, but I'm trying to learn how to crochet. I just ordered a pattern from Etsy yesterday for a hat and really hope I can get it down. I think it would make some great Christmas gifts for my really sweet niece and nephews! (Shhh! Don't tell them!) Anyway, I hope I can master the art of crochet after seeing this blanket by Jill of Homemade by Jill. How precious is this?! I absolutely love it. She is just way too talented.


I will keep you updated on my crochet progress. Wish me luck!

Also, Jill is one of the competing crafters on the So You Think You're Crafty blog. Go vote for your favorite Harvest entry!

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Thursday, August 20, 2009

speaking of books....

I just bought this pendant on Etsy. Usually I just put things on my Favorites list, but I had to have it straight away! Oh, mail god, please bring it quickly!

the front

the back




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Thursday, August 13, 2009

Thursday, Thursday

I know I've been MIA, but I'm still crazy busy trying to get bibs and burp cloths made for the Childbirth Fair this weekend. Only 2 more days!

Each vendor donated a $50 value door prize for one lucky mom-to-be. Here's mine:

The "basket" is a photo box. I thought it would come in handy with a baby on the way! I included 2 burp cloths and matching onesie, and some great Etsy friends donated a diaper trash bag carrier, knit hat and headband. I hope the winner loves it! Oh! I also added some hair clippies to match the onesie. Very girlie!

On another note: Here lately I've been loving the pocket tissue holders that people have been making, and I always need tissues in my purse, so I decided to whip one up myself! Since I love owls so much, I decided I needed to make mine out of owl fabric, of course.

It turned out so great that I decided to offer one in my store! You can check it out here =)


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