Holidays Next...

“sometimes... 

you don't need 

a goal in life, 

you don't need 

to know the big picture.

you just need to know 

what 

you're going 

to do next!” 

~Sophie Kinsella, 

The Undomestic Goddess

I had to giggle when I read this quote. 

I am a list maker, a goal setter, a big picture dreamer...

and lately, 

a chaser of my tail. 

With the holidays fast approaching,

I've been working my tail off, making & creating 

holiday ornaments, plates, birdhouses,

small paintings and more. 

Getting ready for holiday boutiques

brings me to the same place very year... 

trying to start a little earlier- 

trying to be organized

trying to make a general plan...

and it 

always 

get's 

crazy!!!

So once again, I am approaching,

 this lovely season of craziness,

with joy and deep breathes,

remembering this verse...

For I know the plans 

I have for you,

plans to give you 

hope and a future.

Jeremiah 29:11

because His plans are always 

bigger and better!

A little sneak peek at some of my holiday offerings...

 little heartsie ornaments- just listed on etsy.

Keep an eye open for Black Friday & Cyber Monday Specials... 

I'll be listing the discount promo on Wednesday!

Spread the word, if you like!

  and these are just the beginning!

happy T H A N K S G I V I N G week friends!

And the winner is...

A short... but very  s w e e t  post to complete Valentines Day for all 

who entered my little blog giveaway. 

I am happy to announce the two recipients of the "heartsie giveaway" are... fellow creatives Sonya & Cindy.

I had a lovely surprise for Valentines Day- a visit from my daughter who came down 

from San Francisco to see us.

So, in all fairness- I asked her to do the honors and pick the winners.

Choosing winner 1... Sonya

 and here's choosing winner 2... Cindy

It was so rewarding to know, that many of you left comments and participated. 

What fun!

  I will have to do this more often.

Happy "heartsie" Day!

Time for Some Giving Back...

 

 A short and sweet post to end of a week of craziness. 

It always get's a little nuts before a show.The kitchen table is full of paper, 

the counter's are full of glass pieces. The dining room table is loaded with more paper, 

glass and the containers used to transport everything.

 The food and wine lovers festival

 that I am showing at this weekend looks like a fabulous way to start Valentines Day.

"Handy Husband" is joining me, and I understand we receive 

2 wine glasses when we check in.
A  "h a p p y   d a y"  it will be-  sales or not!

Above, is the plate that I donated, for the auction to benefit Foodshare.

I always love to give an auction item. I have a "huge soft spot" 

for food programs, so this one is a true "heartfelt" donation.

Since it was my 2 year anniversary on etsy this past week,

I was thinking it was time for a giveaway. The friendships, the support, 

and the kindness of everyone I've been connected with on this artful journey 

is beyond words~ 

so a "grateful giveaway" is in order.

I've decided to offer 2 of my "Heartsie's" as a "thank-you" 

for friendship and support.

That means 2 winners! 

To enter the "grateful giveaway" choose from the list below:

1- leave a comment on this blog page. (1 entry)

2- become a follower of this blog. (1 entry)

3- post one of my blog buttons on your blog. (1 entry)

4- tell me if you are a coffee or tea drinker. (1 entry)

Feel free to enter as many as you like. If you already follow or have a button on your blog,

just let me know in your comments. I'll make sure you have the proper entry's. 

The winner will be chosen on Valentine's Day. 

I'll post the winner's here and get mailing addresses then.

 

Since I don't have any connections with "the accounting firm for the Academy Awards", 

I'll use the pick from the bowl technique~ sound good?

Have fun! Looking forward to giving back!

1 happy winner will receive some love...

1 happy winner will receive some joy...

To see a wonderful group of creatives at work... take a peek and click the link!