Applique Caps | Memphis

New items over at my Monogram Shop:

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Summer Sweat Shop

WOW it has been a hot one, although I will not complain as it is even HOTTER other places.  I have been patiently waiting for my new window installation so my new a/c window unit can be installed in my studio.  Business has really picked up for my Monogram Shop (currently known as the sweat shop, because that is what I am doing while working in the heat up here, sweating!) I am really thankful for the new work I have been receiving, it has been so fabulous.  The last few months have been filled with several ups and downs and I have finally closed the door on the things that bring me down.  Once I did that and moved forward so many great things have come my way, new opportunities, new attitude, I feel GREAT!  God is always looking out for me, he has shown me time and again, it was really obvious this last time. 

New Tags in the shop | Handmade in Memphis

Finally right? More to come...

Swirly {Bracket} Numbers in Blue

Remember these are customizable to suit your color palette.

A new week, a new attitude

I have put the last two weeks out of my mind and have moved on, a lot of unnecessary crap got tossed into my life that didn't need to be there, but enough about that.  I have faith and I *AM* the better person, because I have God on my side.  Thanks to my Dad for keeping me focused on that.

So here we are...the Garden is coming along quite nicely, we had a ton of squash, zucchini, cucumbers and peppers to pick over the weekend and we even grabbed a few green tomatoes for frying.  All I can say is that the veggies you grow all by yourself taste MUCH better than any other veggie you will ever find.  :) The girls and I are off to work in the garden again today, then maybe some swimming later on and of course our daily Summer craft!

Hope everyone has a FABULOUS day! I know I am!

First day at the pool

We had our first trip to the pool yesterday!  Boy was it hot, so the water felt really good!  The girls had a fabulous time!

Summer break & 3rd birthday

Well we have three more days of school before Summer break officially begins.  I must admit I am READY! I need a break from the making lunches, pick up, homework routine.  I know Lindsey is more than ready for a break.  She has had another *fabulous* school year, so very proud of her! We are making our Summer to do list, because the last thing I want to hear is " Mom, I'm bored". 

In other news, we are approaching Mally's 3rd birthday. GOSH when did she go and grow up on me?  *sniff sniff*  I am really ahead of my game this year, the party is planned and the invites are sent. WHOA! I haven't seen that kind of organization from myself in a few months.  YAY me!

Well, we are getting back on track around here adjusting to the new changes that have taken place.  Life is pretty darn good I must say.  Now all that is left to make that complete is my little brother's homecoming.  At that point I will be able to breathe easier. 

A little peek at April!

Have you been to My Big Back Yard at the Memphis Botanic Gardens?  My girls *love* it!

And my garden I planted in April:

I will be busier for sure :) But I am so looking forward to the fresh veggies!

I'll be back...

Taking a little break until this rollercoaster ride has ended.  I miss you all!

New Layouts

A couple of weeks ago I got to get away and meet a friend at our LSS for a crop.  That seems to be the only time that I can complete any layouts recently.  Here are some that I completed:

Stay tuned....

Bring it...2010

2010 is already bringing BIG changes for us.  Please be patient as I work thru them in the coming weeks.  I promise to be back real soon with lots of great crafty ideas and a freshly stocked etsy shop. I really miss blogging, really I do!

Peace to all!

P.S. oh and if you don't mind, I think I will leave Silent Night playing for a bit longer. I have *Sweet*  memories of the song that make me smile every time I hear it.

Mally's First Haircut

Mally finally had her first haircut a couple of weeks ago.  She did so great, as long as big sis was holding her. Tara gave both girls their first haircuts, we just love her!!!!

and we still have some *fabulous* curls!  YAY!

Christmas Spirit?

I think mine is getting here, especially after a busy weekend of getting the Christmas trees put up.  Still it has been hard to think about Christmas, knowing my little brother will not be here with us this year.  Thank goodness for Skype right?  So this is the what...third year for the Twelve trees.  We made a few changes this year, updated some ornaments etc, but there are still *twelve*. I have also been trying to find time to make my December Journal, umm it is still not finished, I am taking pictures and hopefully the time will be available soon to sit down and get the journal prepared.  I will shut down the shop early this year just so I have time to do things with the girls and family that will be in town this year. 

Creatures are stirring downstairs!

Peace to all!

I guess you noticed...

So I guess you have noticed by now my lack of blogging.?. I honestly do miss sitting down and posting.  My family has been dealing with a lot these last few months high on the list is my brother's deployment.  It is one of the hardest things I have ever gone through.  You see not only is he my little brother, he is my best friend. We have been through so much together, always there for one another no matter what.  I know without a shadow of a doubt God will keep him safe, I just know he will be fine.  All of the waiting for the next phone call or the next email is just torture.  People tell you how hard it is and as much as you try to prepare yourself for it, it still just hits you like a ton of bricks.  Some days are better than others, and I stay strong for my parents and my girls because they need me to be.  So please pray for him and his troop.

I am trying to get past this sort of writers block I have.  So many times I have sat down to post and I just draw a blank.  The ideas that once came to me in the shower (I know...of all places right??) aren't coming as clearly as they used to.  Now, I am pretty busy with my two shops and that is such a blessing.  I promise to do better,  I have jotted down some ideas for the upcoming holidays and perhaps there will be a giveaway too.

Please keep all of our troops in your prayers!
Peace to all!

etsy Treasury! | Handmade in Memphis

Go check it out here! My Spring Anticipation Tags are apart of someones Treasury!  YAY!

Picture Post

New Items in the shop | Handmade in Memphis

Check out the new items in the shop this week:

New Spirit Wear Tees | Monogram Shop in Memphis

Check out the new Tees over at my Monogram Blog.

Monogrammed Pumpkins & Fabric Covered Candy Buckets | Handmade in Memphis

Remember these?:

Well I am taking orders for them through the end of September.  I can handpaint your monogram or spell out *Boo* email me and we can come up with something that fits your taste.

Large Pumpkin - $20.00
Medium Pumpkin $16.00

The pumpkins are foam and will last for years to come.

Fabric Covered Candy Buckets are also available with several new fabrics to choose from:

Large buckets are:
$24.00 without beads
$32.00 with beaded handle

Small buckets:{just the right size for your desk}
$8.00 without beads
$12.00 with beaded handle

New items in the shop this week...

Stay tuned, I have been busy working on new items for the shop as well as some new items for my monogram shop. Place your orders for holiday tees now. :)