Etsy Shop

It seems I am always having ideas about something. Lately it's been ideas about crafting and Etsy.

I enjoy crafting and sewing, but you can only give so many of your creations away before you run out of people and you're left with a whole lot of stuff. 

 --Can I just say Pinterest is no help whatsoever there. I am continuously drawn to the Craft/DIY section, wanting to try out something new.--

For the past several months I have considered the idea of starting up my own shop on Etsy. 

In the shop I want to offer things I've made myself--completely from scratch--and things I have refashioned from thrift stores and such.

The plan is by starting up an Etsy shop it will help me be able to continue my crafting, while at the same time finding another home for the new creation.

I started it up a few weeks ago, so it's still very fresh. It is also slow going at the moment trying to get things listed. However, I have managed to list half a dozen items. 

Here are a few thing you can find in the shop. To see more you can check it out here.

Thanks for stopping!
Jessica

The Boutique

I have a secret. I need to share it. 

 It's called The Boutique.



 It's been around for a few years now, but I have only recently truly discovered it. It's our local southern girl shopping destination. 

Let me tell you a little about it...

You know the feeling you get when you walk into your favorite clothing store? You walk in, look around and it seems everything was made with you in mind? 
It's a wonderful feeling.

That's the same reaction I get when I walk into this place. Especially if the words SALE or NEW ARRIVALS are in the equation.

 

These ladies know how to make a girl feel at home. From knowing your name--not because you frequent so often--to the perfectly gift bagged purchase, you can't wait to come back and see them again. 

Inside The Boutique you're going to find some of the latest fashions, complete with scarves, jewelry, and handbags to match. They have a wide range of brands from Miss Me Jeans to Missy Robertson and Simply Southern to Betsey Johnson. This isn't just any boutique though.

The reason it's so unique--they also offer a menu of delicious foods. Favorites such as chicken salad, sandwiches, muffins, and teas-- just to name a few. 
Like I said, the ultimate southern girl stop.

So can you see why I shouldn't keep this a secret any longer? 
It's too good not to share.

You might not be a local person, but no worries. 

You can still shop online from my favorite place anytime. 

Check them when you can by clicking on the logo below.
Enjoy!

 All pictures were taken from here. 

Another Link Party

Check out this collection of DIYers. :-)

Linky Love

I just discovered link parties and I'm loving the concept of it!

Head over to this one to find all sorts of fun DIY project ideas..

 

Book Clutch

Who here loves books? I know I sure do! 

One of my favorite scents (besides coffee) is the smell of books. New. Old. It doesn't really matter. There's just something about it that makes me smile. Maybe it's the smell that reminds you that inside those pages you'll find adventure, romance, or mystery. 

I will say this. I love to read but I when I buy a book from the thrift store, I don't always get it with that in mind. Sometimes it's because it's just plain pretty. In this case, I bought it with something else in mind. A book clutch.To the book lover/crafter. This one's for you.

DIY Book Clutch

Thanks to Caught on a Whim

 And this was my finished project.

Being At Sea

One hundred and fifty miles from the shore can seem like a world away. You look around and see nothing but ocean all around you. You hear the waves hit against the boat in such a way that soothes you all the way to the depths of your soul. Then you close you eyes and breathe in smell of salty air. There can be no doubt in your mind Who made all you are seeing. Just to be in the midst of it is such a privilege. Somehow it makes you feel closer to the Creator. Then you really begin to think. This isn't just your Creator. This is also your Savior. The One who made all that you see, is the very same One who asks to live inside of you, be a part of your life, and love you with everything He has. That is enough to take your breath away. It makes you stop and think, "Who am I, that the God of the universe desires me? He seeks after me and loves me? And all He is waiting for is me to say 'Yes'". In the world's eyes I am nothing special. We are nothing special. However in God's eyes, we are loved. We are cherished. We are His, and He is ours. Won't you say yes?

Isn't It Time???

I'm sure everyone has given up on me by now. I knew I had not updated in a while, but I didn't realize it had been since Easter! My mom always told me that the older I got the faster time goes by. I am learning that's true! I will have to say the time between Easter and now has not been too eventful, which sometimes can be a good thing. I have however been staying busy with a few projects...sewing projects to be exact.

 Here are a few projects I have been making. I started out with this book. http://www.amazon.com/Stitch-Learning-Sew-Project-Time/dp/1440211612 It has a lot of neat projects, especially for beginners! You begin making something small, such as napkins and picnic place mats, and by the end of the book you are making skirts and shirts! I would recommend this to anyone beginning to sew!

This can be used for many other things than just a picnic mat. :)

These are two panels of curtains I made for the bathroom in salon that I work in. I love the fabric!

 

There are other things I have made, but those will have to be posted another day! Hopefully I won't wait so long next time to post.... :-) 

P.S. The fabric was purchased from my local fabric shop. Check it out here. She even offers free shipping in the U.S.!

Fabrics N Quilts