tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11009442781243084962024-03-19T04:31:39.968-07:00suGar,Honey,bAby,dollsuGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-38315122056858743452009-05-27T04:57:00.000-07:002009-05-27T04:59:28.488-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvzx2oEfs2nzzw9TDi1hHvbEcK6dxLn5T168sezEuenCjLit4Gld9qkF6DuftBqXl6iCzPLs8hIAxi5tSVq2Qpzx1R_VlQ8S5GEfiqfJ9Icc8GWi8ydLgHHTcOtQY_139sgpmLFi3ukA/s1600-h/755-lazy-dog.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 268px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvzx2oEfs2nzzw9TDi1hHvbEcK6dxLn5T168sezEuenCjLit4Gld9qkF6DuftBqXl6iCzPLs8hIAxi5tSVq2Qpzx1R_VlQ8S5GEfiqfJ9Icc8GWi8ydLgHHTcOtQY_139sgpmLFi3ukA/s400/755-lazy-dog.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5340471762868927202" border="0" /></a>I'm taking the day off.suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-22392005945356113792009-05-26T06:33:00.001-07:002009-05-26T07:16:36.127-07:00She Hit Pause Studios<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiut91rfE3j-lM5hGhw11lvCYJeRGjxLv2lIayLcUdU_lLmHd7KgUWAYZ7V5v-B8TTi2E7j-4287oEUiS4ZlAUw3bfl-nvL6-oEu857hDVd7XHLqD4qY7MfrlKmXQiCtap9OjQKVzfM9Q/s1600-h/she+hit+pause+1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiut91rfE3j-lM5hGhw11lvCYJeRGjxLv2lIayLcUdU_lLmHd7KgUWAYZ7V5v-B8TTi2E7j-4287oEUiS4ZlAUw3bfl-nvL6-oEu857hDVd7XHLqD4qY7MfrlKmXQiCtap9OjQKVzfM9Q/s400/she+hit+pause+1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5340125367337572194" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23236961"><span style="font-style: italic;">Angelic Transfer of Girl With Toy Plane</span><br /></a></div><br /><a href="http://www.shehitpausestudios.com/">She Hit Pause Studios' </a>watercolor transfer images have certainly made me pause and take note. Photographer, Matt Schwartz, takes Polaroid images and then transfers them to watercolor paper. The affect is a ghostly, ethereal image with a grainy quality and softly muted colors.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwtCNmL78SNiNPGhXbsUfQGz9TBTFiVfRNoD9kufzqkUJXtNDtvP9kpGPAOflNHT_RkpgL7y3PMWo58oF40uqmC2aCe9IK3mkgNGnm6wmjVZRMgVaWZ5I3csvHp9xTOcXJ9ILO9Hvzug/s1600-h/pause+2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwtCNmL78SNiNPGhXbsUfQGz9TBTFiVfRNoD9kufzqkUJXtNDtvP9kpGPAOflNHT_RkpgL7y3PMWo58oF40uqmC2aCe9IK3mkgNGnm6wmjVZRMgVaWZ5I3csvHp9xTOcXJ9ILO9Hvzug/s400/pause+2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5340125322194175602" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24741341"><span style="font-style: italic;">Girl With Records</span><br /></a></div><br />Schwartz's subjects are often women who are friends of people who have purchased his work. The result is a body of work that's alluring and sexy -- sometimes a little innocently so. Other images from She Hit Pause Studios are nostalgic scenes from Coney Island, a gumball machine, a typewriter and roller skates, to name a few.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6xoYQmvH7F6ojAYxCONBDOcZ7_-svOw2L-WZO9yc8HRU3EipLCb6gcdR0Ybsa_hMvF3TjpRQjPIyK75cctUgQUK0ATK0UxBvBkBfXagTEP0VLyrwcWjZXL6XotobpPNZXTGxCtjFPKg/s1600-h/no.+3.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6xoYQmvH7F6ojAYxCONBDOcZ7_-svOw2L-WZO9yc8HRU3EipLCb6gcdR0Ybsa_hMvF3TjpRQjPIyK75cctUgQUK0ATK0UxBvBkBfXagTEP0VLyrwcWjZXL6XotobpPNZXTGxCtjFPKg/s400/no.+3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5340125274563198770" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25368898">Girl in Gumballs</a><br /></div><br /><a href="http://www.shehitpausestudios.etsy.com/">She Hit Pause Studios</a> was recently featured in <a href="http://www.nylonmag.com/">Nylon Magazine</a>, has been featured in <a href="http://www.dailycandy.com/">Daily Candy</a> and select work from the collection was also previously sold in <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/index.jsp">Anthropologie</a>.suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-58236592764682173692009-05-25T08:18:00.001-07:002009-05-25T09:18:23.632-07:00The Natural Home<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqySeZC1FzsZ0G6xcP7sHB-IDBUq8deXPdKw-pElapFEbIt2a7nUOBGzMFI-NPCqD_M_r8lOAibBKpFkEryDdnETXM8J153a4PiheVmkYkc-kzyO5ydYSPAknJTp3kXh0iyFUjuGv6Nw/s1600-h/breathe.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqySeZC1FzsZ0G6xcP7sHB-IDBUq8deXPdKw-pElapFEbIt2a7nUOBGzMFI-NPCqD_M_r8lOAibBKpFkEryDdnETXM8J153a4PiheVmkYkc-kzyO5ydYSPAknJTp3kXh0iyFUjuGv6Nw/s400/breathe.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339783513872552978" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25118681"><span style="font-style: italic;">Recycled Wooden Sign by William Dohman</span></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">This wooden sign by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5639087">William Dohman Design & Photography</a> was cut from recycled plywood and has been painted and sanded to give it an aged look. I really need a sign like this in my home. So often, like many of you, I'm sure, I forget to breathe deeply. One deep breath can bring so much comfort and clarity.<br /><br />Dohman's shop also includes<a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=19137748"> exotic photos </a>taken on his travels. Hurry there to take advantage of his promotion -- every order more than $25 gets a complimentary 4x6 photo.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh0q0A-Vy7opabSAdfRjp67-5XkJKvnjrAZOdqfTOceJfkebJQMj9zg4ssRttdOSHw_fx0Esl1Xw8ODuSLV6c9ItJxlWGLpWS0bSpJ2NvBHLhu_SrIiz1qrZ9oKOOW2Xv628JvxouaRQ/s1600-h/terrarium.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh0q0A-Vy7opabSAdfRjp67-5XkJKvnjrAZOdqfTOceJfkebJQMj9zg4ssRttdOSHw_fx0Esl1Xw8ODuSLV6c9ItJxlWGLpWS0bSpJ2NvBHLhu_SrIiz1qrZ9oKOOW2Xv628JvxouaRQ/s400/terrarium.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339788329735355618" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24424217"><span style="font-style: italic;">Mom's Kitchen Moss Terrarium</span></a><br /></div><br /><a href="http://www.greenbriar.etsy.com">Green Briar's</a> moss terrariums are stunning little worlds under glass that will bring a microcosm of nature into your home, brightening any room. Mom's Kitchen Moss Terrarium mimics the growth on the forest floor, but the greenery is taken from a moss farm, so as to not disturb the ecosystem. Stop by the colorful, cheerful Green Briar shop and discover a variety of whimiscal little worlds.<br /></div></div>suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-77452745152640004172009-05-22T07:05:00.001-07:002009-05-22T08:43:37.560-07:00The Hand Made, Eco-Friendly Kitchen<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF079LXPWFemuDKYCwWnWXtxZlaN9-TpEONzpG55V9kQ_v5O6K5FbEbfi0yrI3MDU8oXTxJTXJoXXrO1KmJrQt4eaApTlj6CmppWwRTb5T9-TPZHSHLx6bbEoDTCqKeRexvseVjk1vyg/s1600-h/deal.jpg"><img style="display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 127px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF079LXPWFemuDKYCwWnWXtxZlaN9-TpEONzpG55V9kQ_v5O6K5FbEbfi0yrI3MDU8oXTxJTXJoXXrO1KmJrQt4eaApTlj6CmppWwRTb5T9-TPZHSHLx6bbEoDTCqKeRexvseVjk1vyg/s400/deal.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338672570031405442" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0o1N_u9Zl5BK6sMCQevUxn3hf8Cw1CAU8DPygkGWx9yYDg4EPyy6OgXB4nzwQIlfhRE1N8HbYf5SDxqNYzKVxP4m56R05GL2ztlo0wb9dFu6gguRNttgs6iTfjnOZUgjac4AVeCeq7A/s1600-h/traveler+set.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 218px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0o1N_u9Zl5BK6sMCQevUxn3hf8Cw1CAU8DPygkGWx9yYDg4EPyy6OgXB4nzwQIlfhRE1N8HbYf5SDxqNYzKVxP4m56R05GL2ztlo0wb9dFu6gguRNttgs6iTfjnOZUgjac4AVeCeq7A/s400/traveler+set.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338649372881665314" border="0" /></a><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25278763">Le Petit Travel Set</a><span style="font-style: italic;">- Eco Bags by <a href="http://www.evelynfields.etsy.com/">Evelyn Fields</a></span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a style="color: rgb(153, 51, 0);" href="http://www.evelynfields.etsy.com/">Evelyn Fields</a><span style="color: rgb(153, 51, 0);"> has offered a 10% discount especially for suGar,Honey,bAby,doll readers. Just mention this blog post at checkout.</span><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.evelynfields.etsy.com/">Evelyn Fields</a>' eco bags are made with 100 percent unbleached cotton, so they're good for the environment and they are good for you. Doing your part to reduce waste is super stylish with these apple and pear adorned sacks in tow. And by reducing the amount of plastic bags you use, they can help to save you money.<br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN5BWVrzssUKMvvfY5li9qQ33qLa2yyLpmQYp3fEkD9aY5MbYSXJkNjVvhNH7Dr7fy8oz_gmQspTeC7BLCUSuOw9vDBWCDSwai6aBps25ajmMtRM9lYnNVRs172AXVaFi5uSePoWU1CA/s1600-h/magnets.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN5BWVrzssUKMvvfY5li9qQ33qLa2yyLpmQYp3fEkD9aY5MbYSXJkNjVvhNH7Dr7fy8oz_gmQspTeC7BLCUSuOw9vDBWCDSwai6aBps25ajmMtRM9lYnNVRs172AXVaFi5uSePoWU1CA/s400/magnets.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338650021168147906" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25126698">Les Scraps La Fleur Fabric Posy magnet</a> set</span> <span style="font-style: italic;">from <a href="http://www.tracybdesigns.etsy.com/">Tracy B. Designs</a></span><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />These fabric remnant, round posy magnets by<a href="http://www.tracybdesigns.etsy.com/"> Tracy B. Designs</a> are a pretty and functional solution to reducing sewing-room waste. Tracy B. has treated the petals with fabric stiffener, making them durable, and the backs are strengthened with cardboard. What a cute way to hang little Susie's artwork, or the grocery list, to the refrigerator door.<br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE7fgVufi85I_mCxYQyviOdFmnydvOAIc_UyM_I3Tbu3ERhLKHOGHC6798MWpldj9CukMA34hyZllx7UkUj8vAmfaMUtSl6-HPqigoWq6lG13iJrouSKfwCYX19GIH_3kSy3nBHzUH_g/s1600-h/recipe.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE7fgVufi85I_mCxYQyviOdFmnydvOAIc_UyM_I3Tbu3ERhLKHOGHC6798MWpldj9CukMA34hyZllx7UkUj8vAmfaMUtSl6-HPqigoWq6lG13iJrouSKfwCYX19GIH_3kSy3nBHzUH_g/s400/recipe.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338651016727212402" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;"></span> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24755859">Letterpress Recipe Cards</a><span style="font-style: italic;"> by <a href="http://www.1canoe2.etsy.com/">One Canoe Two</a></span><br /></div><br />I'm a sucker for letterpress, especially if it's functional. These cards and dividers made by <a href="http://www.1canoe2.etsy.com/">One Canoe Two </a>began as a hand-drawn sketch and were then made into letterpress plates. How cool and talented is that? The cardstock is recycled French paper and is heavy-duty thick. One Canoe Two also makes cards, journals and calenders.<br /><br />Well, folks, that's it for my week of blogging. Will be back Monday to share more fun finds.<br />XO<br />Zoey V.suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-29343931400775402832009-05-21T06:31:00.000-07:002009-05-21T07:26:13.679-07:00Repurposed Vintage<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0N22_ihcaQCAYpxJChZzJjnLGaGxthM2YeX_1mhOGqDFFHNKCe_KFGxK0sOB6f6ijJCOwY0SThd3Ixz2UtQWe5QlOTztozp288WlJfxXZT47ydJTYafj4gOeARVH3FWT39F285XhpFQ/s1600-h/vanity.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 269px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0N22_ihcaQCAYpxJChZzJjnLGaGxthM2YeX_1mhOGqDFFHNKCe_KFGxK0sOB6f6ijJCOwY0SThd3Ixz2UtQWe5QlOTztozp288WlJfxXZT47ydJTYafj4gOeARVH3FWT39F285XhpFQ/s400/vanity.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338269513808542674" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23453836"><span style="font-style: italic;">Vanity Cabinet</span></a><br /><br /></div>How cool is this vintage suitcase medicine cabinet by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6904209">Vanity Case</a>? Not only is it a super stylish conversation piece, it's also functional with shelves, drawers, interior lights and an accordion mirror. The world map adds a little something extra special, and me thinks I spy hooks for jewelry, too. This vanity was made by Jean Barberis just for his world-traveling friend. But those of you who must have one of your own, don't despair. Jean does custom designs. And if you live in New York City, he'll deliver and install it at no extra cost.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7tfNhliXfviCHtMWviEG-c2OabZA-U4FhLUfILn2Htnml73Kw0celLNeuXtbBDax2WuphTVbMN-2iF39zecwGM4V2VcycCWz2WTqDThZmWipdAiXgX_uAZZdCmd-qNe9u3xwIXHvR0w/s1600-h/met-home-kitch.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 301px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7tfNhliXfviCHtMWviEG-c2OabZA-U4FhLUfILn2Htnml73Kw0celLNeuXtbBDax2WuphTVbMN-2iF39zecwGM4V2VcycCWz2WTqDThZmWipdAiXgX_uAZZdCmd-qNe9u3xwIXHvR0w/s400/met-home-kitch.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5338281529240796850" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 153, 153);">Here's a little eye candy from Metropolitan Home Magazine.</span><br /></div><br />So now, how about some link sharing?<br />* <a href="http://www.instructables.com/id/Jewelry_board/">Make a lighted jewelry organizer board.</a><br />* <a href="http://www.everythingstyle.com/blog/2009/4/25/appealing-abode-10-inexpensive-ways-to-dress-up-your-home.html">Ten inexpensive ways to dress up your home.</a><br />* <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/la/how-tomake-your-own-starburst-mirror-allisons-february-jumpstart-project-2009-076260?image_id=541">Make a starburst mirror.</a>suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-73412978775940265862009-05-20T07:16:00.000-07:002009-05-20T08:02:56.897-07:00Heavenly Products from Bliss in a Teacup<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSXsgt833aHMKJwjK9TYzP1plkDISRt650SYcUepMDprNCBIOAbUOO2-F3PC_zg7q9gnBuojCsLdzRqXXgoIfnV9nwyK_VPDZsRg72v7xoXYPHrbowGXzEJO2q5xNn8ElUKlDGoCbWhg/s1600-h/embroidery+bow.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 399px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSXsgt833aHMKJwjK9TYzP1plkDISRt650SYcUepMDprNCBIOAbUOO2-F3PC_zg7q9gnBuojCsLdzRqXXgoIfnV9nwyK_VPDZsRg72v7xoXYPHrbowGXzEJO2q5xNn8ElUKlDGoCbWhg/s400/embroidery+bow.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337917001704794578" border="0" /></a><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25294934">Embroidery Hoop Chalkboard -- Bow Edition</a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Good morning, friends. My must-see Etsy shop of the day is pure bliss -- <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6098626">Bliss in a Teacup </a>-- that is. The shop offers, among other things, several takes on the household chalkboard, including embroidery hoop slates with painted silhouettes. The photographic styling is pure down-home comfort.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi58LSW59_jdLGR2HgzGV9JwMdsdY2cnbNxxx5H1VdNWIc2F5bKZpV5eEh4TrNC79OW3nC_fx_ItS5l67syrRaUyC04EFtBFSZc3o1uZNPkylPtmA5R9DkAQEh_CE_qeTZ277lSRSIKg/s1600-h/inspiration+hoop.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi58LSW59_jdLGR2HgzGV9JwMdsdY2cnbNxxx5H1VdNWIc2F5bKZpV5eEh4TrNC79OW3nC_fx_ItS5l67syrRaUyC04EFtBFSZc3o1uZNPkylPtmA5R9DkAQEh_CE_qeTZ277lSRSIKg/s400/inspiration+hoop.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337913928565815074" border="0" /></a></div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24618701"><span style="font-style: italic;">Inspiration Hoop</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Bliss's thrifted fabric covered, 10" embroidery hoop is a romantic, portable and lightweight take on the cork board. I just love this idea. You can glue notes and inspirational papers to it. I think that when hung on the wall, it would even make a great earring or necklace display.<br /></div></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5p1hm0T5YNcgyZLGc43abQ4NuMv_F4PBbejn3YPzU-jyHdTknAqH6fod58Mbsg0LsbI5ISwtcIzOsauUKoMHfMTAtPxXcf33yjUvHAIsb2dy5OriRAMqS53Sx35Ht9XV0J5AXbMT30g/s1600-h/writing+slate.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5p1hm0T5YNcgyZLGc43abQ4NuMv_F4PBbejn3YPzU-jyHdTknAqH6fod58Mbsg0LsbI5ISwtcIzOsauUKoMHfMTAtPxXcf33yjUvHAIsb2dy5OriRAMqS53Sx35Ht9XV0J5AXbMT30g/s400/writing+slate.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337917146435856210" border="0" /></a><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24778909">Writing Slate -- List</a><br /></div><br />If you like the shop, you'll like the <a href="http://blissinateacup.blogspot.com/">Bliss in a Teacup blog</a>, which I am now a fan of as well.suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-7930264750472825672009-05-19T06:52:00.001-07:002009-05-19T07:52:13.754-07:00Natural Beauties: Jewelry and Art<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipmZU8eWEgfNutIN5BD2Gyn7t1fNUn8y5v_7tD-O17YdUjzH5nKfeJ-jfUZcsVunmRHAcJEZnHbuh_8hQqibLUWMewBRyUEVWhGLdfCnmmlXPBJKhUVG_5ZfTMPFlB0XclCBoP6KGXkA/s1600-h/worn.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipmZU8eWEgfNutIN5BD2Gyn7t1fNUn8y5v_7tD-O17YdUjzH5nKfeJ-jfUZcsVunmRHAcJEZnHbuh_8hQqibLUWMewBRyUEVWhGLdfCnmmlXPBJKhUVG_5ZfTMPFlB0XclCBoP6KGXkA/s400/worn.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337533664551213250" border="0" /></a><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24586151">Chocolate Beaded Fabric Bangles -- Set of 3<br /></a></div><br />Good golly I'm excited to share these two items with you all today. I am beyond enamored by these bangles wrapped in exotic chocolate-, tan- and rust-colored fabrics. The materials are hand-pained silk Batik, a traditional Indonesian fabric, as well as taffeta and silk sateen.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-CWmuEq4sn3qCOrZKp2HdAOPzTw8KfPFd-L77r5_6BU7w0CzdIMNZJI008hoxOT70ui7cFqQvkHj5_WEIJo1SfaehaAjP3s_IiN00R6pW7idnESDfpvk3sLTe1B80gnIICX-9eNyW7Q/s1600-h/fabric+bracelets.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-CWmuEq4sn3qCOrZKp2HdAOPzTw8KfPFd-L77r5_6BU7w0CzdIMNZJI008hoxOT70ui7cFqQvkHj5_WEIJo1SfaehaAjP3s_IiN00R6pW7idnESDfpvk3sLTe1B80gnIICX-9eNyW7Q/s400/fabric+bracelets.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337532803402877570" border="0" /></a><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24586151">Chocolate Beaded Fabric Bangles -- Set of 3</a><br /><br /></div>Since the artist, K.Sommers, labored over these lovelies (she hand tied knots and sewed on beads) I'd say the price of these babies is a steal. Check out <a href="http://kaysommers.blogspot.com/">her blog</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6134661">her Etsy shop</a>, Popnicute, or visit the sister Popnicute shop at<a href="http://www.artfire.com/users/popnicute"> Art Fire. </a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY30Rd-7scF1YVNXYdOavZLhdOQdMAuQNb-N1qpLwqVH-VvWFO9POWHnRKwYNYIyZPAYfH8s7rJ0D3-5-JYMAR7AlfptslQomf9wzb7Alx7UuogcFOfQlemjFwPJbarRiY9K4gWm6Lng/s1600-h/insect+study+no.+4.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 342px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY30Rd-7scF1YVNXYdOavZLhdOQdMAuQNb-N1qpLwqVH-VvWFO9POWHnRKwYNYIyZPAYfH8s7rJ0D3-5-JYMAR7AlfptslQomf9wzb7Alx7UuogcFOfQlemjFwPJbarRiY9K4gWm6Lng/s400/insect+study+no.+4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337532754109372530" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18160857">Insect Study No. 4<br /></a></div><br />The moment I saw the ethereal works of <a href="http://www.lwong.etsy.com">Lauren M. Wong </a>I knew I had to post about them. All of her drawings are one-of-a-kind originals, making them far more valuable than prints. Her insect series stems from a fascination with the creatures. The drawings are done on archival paper in ink, watercolor and pencil and have a vector-based pattern background.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZJfbSDu-CMlGA0A4RdcqoAuR5_CoKHyhy845l_5OfUUCDOsaPNVqpJotzoTqcamDcsEPufVatL6Dr8fFGQqMy6othSMgWtm5vzhILmeIpe9Sv8cuUC4nGRIq0HBhrbrz-h3YJhXV5_g/s1600-h/insect+study+no.+11.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 284px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZJfbSDu-CMlGA0A4RdcqoAuR5_CoKHyhy845l_5OfUUCDOsaPNVqpJotzoTqcamDcsEPufVatL6Dr8fFGQqMy6othSMgWtm5vzhILmeIpe9Sv8cuUC4nGRIq0HBhrbrz-h3YJhXV5_g/s400/insect+study+no.+11.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337532692094008834" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18160857">Insect Study No. 11<br /></a></div><br />I think these images would make a lovely motif in a sun room or study, and they really capture the essence of the summer months. Insect Study No. 11 is now on sale, so hurry to the shop and snatch it up before it's too late.suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-59574354356543392992009-05-18T07:37:00.000-07:002009-05-18T08:06:58.198-07:00Couture Crush<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiRIrC0AyGGnOpSJu6wcwybhC4CHiqw7DagLviINZfTmYjXhWpukP_Ksy2VyytE98QUkGfP7VLgB5muNChQspakz5-XbWzpWTjRPAdT4XYfq8jcRPLWdalzWL9KDU7x-rLMcfOM3DKvw/s1600-h/juicy-couture.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiRIrC0AyGGnOpSJu6wcwybhC4CHiqw7DagLviINZfTmYjXhWpukP_Ksy2VyytE98QUkGfP7VLgB5muNChQspakz5-XbWzpWTjRPAdT4XYfq8jcRPLWdalzWL9KDU7x-rLMcfOM3DKvw/s400/juicy-couture.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337173693511789986" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;"><a href="http://www.juicycouture.com/">Juicy Couture</a> & a page from <a href="http://www.countryliving.com/">Country Living</a></span><br /></div><br />The first thing I noticed when I woke up early this morning was the sun blaring through the windows, shining more brightly than any dawn I can recall in quite a while. The air is unseasonably crisp -- a gift -- and the birds are singing from their lofty perches all around my home. It's picnic weather to be sure.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCKn0plBPqR7yMKppscmw2_p8XE7Mx4rX1EosO1eHMwXc9XE4xuatReVxKv10xHo0ssRRYD2LlJJagkt8NZenoSZpCyFNQ-lFBamk1kaFO7BgEaFR-AHxzh9pTc9MfpKQdo42JVhQhEQ/s1600-h/couture.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 291px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCKn0plBPqR7yMKppscmw2_p8XE7Mx4rX1EosO1eHMwXc9XE4xuatReVxKv10xHo0ssRRYD2LlJJagkt8NZenoSZpCyFNQ-lFBamk1kaFO7BgEaFR-AHxzh9pTc9MfpKQdo42JVhQhEQ/s400/couture.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337173912129218370" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 153, 153);">Fall 2009 couture by Elie Saab & Christian Siriano</span><br /><br /></div>The only thing I can think of that would make the day better would be a post picnic jaunt to antique markets. All of these frocks and images are plunging me into spring fever, and I'm wishing the humid summer had waited longer to rush in.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhlardXIolYJ04dqjrt9p6YUze4VOpyD6INasUq_FW5LI7cbqRPonTnLaKpteGtQzmS6cpDm6oSLXl3HvCwEOVo08cAIfKK7rOLCRc50-sOtiIXrK1RVLjV593iYj7IOabqbZwhAWx-w/s1600-h/TEA-PARTY.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 270px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhlardXIolYJ04dqjrt9p6YUze4VOpyD6INasUq_FW5LI7cbqRPonTnLaKpteGtQzmS6cpDm6oSLXl3HvCwEOVo08cAIfKK7rOLCRc50-sOtiIXrK1RVLjV593iYj7IOabqbZwhAWx-w/s400/TEA-PARTY.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337173518292383330" border="0" /> </a><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 153, 153);">Image fromCountry Living; Louis Vuitton frock</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">If I fell into the rabbit hole and were invited to a springtime tea party in a lush garden -- and if in this magical rabbit hole I had an outrageous wardrobe budget -- I'd wear this Louis Vuitton party dress. I'm in love with his entire fall 2009 collection. <a href="http://nymag.com/fashion/fashionshows/2009/fall/main/europe/womenrunway/louisvuitton/">Go there</a>. You'll see what I mean.<br /></div></div>suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-6724900049788024042009-05-15T06:23:00.000-07:002009-05-15T07:52:21.781-07:00Vintage Clothing and DIY Fashion<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGSmqJ5jZ82Vhyphenhyphen3qy5pA-yoRL8VUMp7yZfBl-6zGmdOKbaMd0eh-kyH_0LNhAlbOqLbujsGzcBJ_P_bM5wCH8-rGuXnLXmPniVO6QxUCcYmuaC9seznm6vTBUg1dCiSDOExWsUl3fwoA/s1600-h/70s+caftan+mini+dress.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGSmqJ5jZ82Vhyphenhyphen3qy5pA-yoRL8VUMp7yZfBl-6zGmdOKbaMd0eh-kyH_0LNhAlbOqLbujsGzcBJ_P_bM5wCH8-rGuXnLXmPniVO6QxUCcYmuaC9seznm6vTBUg1dCiSDOExWsUl3fwoA/s400/70s+caftan+mini+dress.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5336042840610904034" border="0" /></a><a style="color: rgb(51, 153, 153);" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24761178"><span style="font-style: italic;">70s Ethnic Print Caftan Mini Dress from Ramona West</span> </a></div><br />I've always been drawn to vintage for those standout pieces, those one-of few items that add personality to my wardrobe, like a party in my closet. The <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5125294">Ramona West </a>Etsy shop is full of those unique items with funky prints and a sprinkling of classic cuts and solids.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSwGotgaYMoyokpAhp85ng2X-hVankRBMMmhbKhsIH5p11CuqNXzrPugwwBqK7l5CwH6hYzymF2GYYFA1lyqeR8SKoa6wqztX1IHuLtc9o9DYdPBAZl56hVd69LfMuPuW4LDKmuPM-7g/s1600-h/vintage+ed+mini+skirt.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSwGotgaYMoyokpAhp85ng2X-hVankRBMMmhbKhsIH5p11CuqNXzrPugwwBqK7l5CwH6hYzymF2GYYFA1lyqeR8SKoa6wqztX1IHuLtc9o9DYdPBAZl56hVd69LfMuPuW4LDKmuPM-7g/s400/vintage+ed+mini+skirt.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5336041191097658370" border="0" /></a><a style="color: rgb(51, 153, 153);" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23678016"><span style="font-style: italic;">Red Ethnic Floral Mini Skir</span></a><a style="color: rgb(51, 153, 153);" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23678016"><span style="font-style: italic;">t from Ramona West</span> </a></div><br />While you're on the hunt for vintage clothes, check out <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6876598">Great Night Another Bad Morning</a> for some rather affordable accessories and apparel. Don't you just love the name of that shop?<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKri1ISHA2dpAO2OE22xkONDrM_38nnlkGYwf-W1lf2_8Wr3Yq6tG1_km4UZY-Sn1Ei3gnMVpaFvNVoCgO1h5fNPtt5ZX_dVuKqIPntxjL0AHp1mFPIzgYKjIUXDU1oKFVaHnW-qh1KA/s1600-h/80s+scarf.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKri1ISHA2dpAO2OE22xkONDrM_38nnlkGYwf-W1lf2_8Wr3Yq6tG1_km4UZY-Sn1Ei3gnMVpaFvNVoCgO1h5fNPtt5ZX_dVuKqIPntxjL0AHp1mFPIzgYKjIUXDU1oKFVaHnW-qh1KA/s400/80s+scarf.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5336052091569585506" border="0" /></a><a style="color: rgb(51, 153, 153);" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24733457"><span style="font-style: italic;">80s Yellow/Pink Abstract Print Scarf from Great Night Another Bad Morning</span></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">In case you're making do with the duds you currently have in your closet, might I offer some suggestions for refashioning or repairing some of them?<br /><br />-- I've taken to shredding some of my expendable jeans in favor of that oh so trendy<a href="http://diyfashion.about.com/od/diypantsandskirts/ss/WornJeans.htm"> ripped and torn look. </a><br />-- Here's some <a href="http://www.cheapchicdaily.com/3084967">shredded denim inspiration</a>.<br />-- Learn to <a href="http://frugalliving.about.com/od/colthing/Clothing.htm">repair worn clothes and get the best deals when shopping</a>.<br />-- Make a fab <a href="http://www.outsapop.com/2009/04/outsapop-diy-shoulder-wrap-missmix.html">ruffled shoulder wrap</a>.<br />-- <a href="http://www.instructables.com/id/T--Shirt-Stenciling/">Stencil </a>a boring old shirt into a graphic Tee.<br /></div></div>suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-66222144254057157112009-05-14T07:00:00.001-07:002009-05-19T07:36:13.366-07:00Ceramics and Bridal Accessories<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY1z-4upg9xetpKfPtcPnpmQa9RRStSbLJSZuhgIddFANF3LiO4lVTw81GT1PazOrUsY5rvwgILN7pDvVVPShmJ0gvzKFQjJI5kqB6mgZepG87qFyoRIyVWc4pGxqRjWjOvlXK9ygwJA/s1600-h/magnolia-round-vert.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 309px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY1z-4upg9xetpKfPtcPnpmQa9RRStSbLJSZuhgIddFANF3LiO4lVTw81GT1PazOrUsY5rvwgILN7pDvVVPShmJ0gvzKFQjJI5kqB6mgZepG87qFyoRIyVWc4pGxqRjWjOvlXK9ygwJA/s400/magnolia-round-vert.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5335679324464518242" border="0" /></a><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24828076">Magnolia Round by Villarreal Ceramics</a><br /></div><br />Even though I consider myself to be a color person, there is something about white on white art and imagery that is so appealing to me. I love the softness of the two items I've listed today. The ceramic art, "<a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24828076">Magnolia Round</a>," by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=7214224">Villarreal Ceramics</a> was sculpted from porcelain clay and finished with a clear glaze, giving it a soft sheen that begs the observer to reach out and touch a leaf.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL9dgqYfHgmHBBNrfj45q5s7JurxoEMkbYAo9ahRafNcyA1NyoSueHg8JdqsvBwurmBEWDW3IypSXXPR4YDIt1H7_V_FUJxRp_oYOeJBT3pGmGRsYSldoMOZx_P-Qos9I6RN4NxRRXEw/s1600-h/il_430xN.64199321.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL9dgqYfHgmHBBNrfj45q5s7JurxoEMkbYAo9ahRafNcyA1NyoSueHg8JdqsvBwurmBEWDW3IypSXXPR4YDIt1H7_V_FUJxRp_oYOeJBT3pGmGRsYSldoMOZx_P-Qos9I6RN4NxRRXEw/s400/il_430xN.64199321.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5335679193905026482" border="0" /></a><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22890035">Vintage Inspired Bridal Fascinator by Twigs and Honey</a><br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinjRj1RzNFXPA6bhXAG1AoA8B6CbNORHGcFV5UuEcVP7WbLD4rmfiH0-wn1Zh4HA_cF9hiw61dfLq9IZkH7Bw_20yzPVsD2edMzc8-xD11AXFMEujehk2lehyphenhyphenHoUhU2X_710gttknElw/s1600-h/il_430xN.64199460.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinjRj1RzNFXPA6bhXAG1AoA8B6CbNORHGcFV5UuEcVP7WbLD4rmfiH0-wn1Zh4HA_cF9hiw61dfLq9IZkH7Bw_20yzPVsD2edMzc8-xD11AXFMEujehk2lehyphenhyphenHoUhU2X_710gttknElw/s400/il_430xN.64199460.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5335679258150525794" border="0" /></a>I adore the photographic styling of these two images by Twigs & Honey by Myra Callan, purveyor of the most enchanting and romantic bridal accessories. If you like <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5060316">her Etsy sho</a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5060316">p</a>, you'll really like the new <a href="http://twigsandhoney.com/index.html">Twigs & Honey Web site</a> as well as the <a href="http://twigsandhoney.blogspot.com/">blog</a> where you'll find plenty more heavenly images of her work.suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-44379378806123051212009-05-13T05:52:00.000-07:002009-05-14T07:24:25.397-07:00Etsy Selling and Blogging Tips<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggffelfFrfWRi-5A8K2CzkBQhkC9vI0fICw4KY0T5hupLxAY6tfiHttXApZqgQHZpSCMKHUov4Fudmf3eHIJNJHEIEIpNqRye3ZHrAIP53UmZn7YT0X5uR8PwwBczoaEpJmYlku1-Srg/s1600-h/UNPLUGGED.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 286px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggffelfFrfWRi-5A8K2CzkBQhkC9vI0fICw4KY0T5hupLxAY6tfiHttXApZqgQHZpSCMKHUov4Fudmf3eHIJNJHEIEIpNqRye3ZHrAIP53UmZn7YT0X5uR8PwwBczoaEpJmYlku1-Srg/s400/UNPLUGGED.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5335297404671744002" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 102, 102);">"Aim for the top. There is plenty of room there. There are so few at the top it is almost lonely there." Samuel Insull</span><br /></div><br />It seems that these days plenty of women have taken the plunge and courageously ditched the 9 to 5 for a life of self-employment. Kudos to you! If you're making a go of selling your craft, you'll definitely want an amazing workspace that inspires you and meets your needs. Here are a few ideas to <a href="http://candleandsoap.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?zi=1/XJ&sdn=candleandsoap&cdn=homegarden&tm=7&f=00&su=p284.9.336.ip_p504.1.336.ip_&tt=3&bt=1&bts=1&zu=http%3A//magazines.ivillage.com/countryliving/decorate/rooms/photo/0%2C%2C689166_689167%2C00.html">create the space you're dreaming of. </a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj88nVfaYLnEntEa8yL9jsj1P_zInrLsY_qNgQLsUix3Jt5FUHblq-ixkPFzN4x8RD92cT3COGQT_NtEFZf8uZwjMAIVMwQpD1xSsSSHRYMA_csTXqGyVQyBEpMtCmIWU7PDMcvv_QXOg/s1600-h/PRODUCTIVITYGOAL.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 281px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj88nVfaYLnEntEa8yL9jsj1P_zInrLsY_qNgQLsUix3Jt5FUHblq-ixkPFzN4x8RD92cT3COGQT_NtEFZf8uZwjMAIVMwQpD1xSsSSHRYMA_csTXqGyVQyBEpMtCmIWU7PDMcvv_QXOg/s400/PRODUCTIVITYGOAL.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5335297647870088882" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 102, 102);">"We all have two choices; we can make a living or we can design a life." Jim Rohn </span><br /></div><br />If you're an Etsy seller, then you know it's easy to get lost in the crowd. Here are a few ways to stand out.<br /><br />-- <span style="text-decoration: underline;"></span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/storque/how-to/shop-makeover-series-pimp-your-shop-for-2009-876/">Improve your Etsy shop</a>.<br />-- The <a href="http://www.etsy.com/storque/how-to/the-etsy-seller-handbook-all-our-how-tos-about-selling-2383/">definitive guide to selling on Etsy.</a><br />-- If you're the type who likes to follow the rules, check out <a href="http://www.etsy.com/dosdonts.php">E</a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/dosdonts.php">tsy's list of Do's and Don'ts.</a><br />-- This Etsy thread lists lots of ideas on <a href="http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5630052">how to promote your small business</a>.<br />-- <a href="http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=5713581">An Etsy seller's secrets to success</a><br />-- Have you ever needed to <a href="http://www.etsy.com/storque/how-to/team-tip-press-releases-2422/">write a press release</a>? Here are some tips to get you on the right track.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHL6p5xOO5b1kf0LSv83j_bF-4jYekATQCXSARW9zSOJ53NPQi_EU2agjbb5xa2aBWjvNDW1nXV9GjKpY7f7nlMu6KfT_xLFmvx9iXHyPjl3zPoBTR22b1a9f2Bj9GYhMPkh2CY-V0ow/s1600-h/large_02-05-hm-1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHL6p5xOO5b1kf0LSv83j_bF-4jYekATQCXSARW9zSOJ53NPQi_EU2agjbb5xa2aBWjvNDW1nXV9GjKpY7f7nlMu6KfT_xLFmvx9iXHyPjl3zPoBTR22b1a9f2Bj9GYhMPkh2CY-V0ow/s400/large_02-05-hm-1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5335312762470591298" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(51, 102, 102);">"Rewrite your major goals every day,in the present tense, exactly as if they already existed." Brian Tracy </span><br /></div><br />If you're planning on making blogging your business, you might want to check out these links.<br /><br />-- <a href="http://www.problogger.net/archives/2005/12/06/how-bloggers-make-money-from-blogs/">How Bloggers Make Money From Blogs</a><br />-- <a href="http://www.stevepavlina.com/blog/2006/01/how-to-build-a-high-traffic-web-site-or-blog/">How to Build a High-Traffic Web Site or Blog</a><br />-- <a href="http://sethgodin.typepad.com/seths_blog/2006/06/how_to_get_traf.html">Seth Godin's "How to Get Traffic to Your Blog"</a><br />-- <a href="http://www.doshdosh.com/how-to-make-money-blogging-seven-strategies/">Seven strategies to making money from blogging </a><br />-- Need some motivation? Check out these <a href="http://www.thedigeratilife.com/blog/index.php/2008/08/12/make-money-blogging-top-bloggers-and-how-much-they-earn/">successful bloggers' stats.</a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl0BkT1c6YKqREJmQgQ6WflHPrPHjjQjt9u6FkZ2Ta59W4NMFkAynV1ix-zTdFLkKEgdIOSd330XiQ43-i7k2WNiYUeePajhVYnRqu6iJwFPYT0tVaMlKL27FvXYUbtnRpa7RtotFlnw/s1600-h/IDEAL+HOME+MAG.jpg"><br /></a>suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-79660170307781238632009-05-12T06:26:00.000-07:002009-05-12T07:15:39.834-07:00A Perfect Morning: Make It<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFc3K4V1E3WKCnK5cgILnIMODtvB5m_HZj7A-mXrdF7KUGQXQ0yzHOJXeqJ52CGE7dP7L9z9HPWNVOr9gft2Q5g_UNHs2yODhquR08cjl-1uV9cT_b3FPbGtXph6OaTHge8PwkBFkwKA/s1600-h/decor+8.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 316px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFc3K4V1E3WKCnK5cgILnIMODtvB5m_HZj7A-mXrdF7KUGQXQ0yzHOJXeqJ52CGE7dP7L9z9HPWNVOr9gft2Q5g_UNHs2yODhquR08cjl-1uV9cT_b3FPbGtXph6OaTHge8PwkBFkwKA/s400/decor+8.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334928868379873346" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;">Image found on <a href="http://decor8blog.com/">Decor8</a>.</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Doesn't this image look like the perfect morning? It looks like breakfast and coffee in bed. You know, something else that would make this a perfect morning is a dose of fun, crafty tutorials.<br /><br />-- They say that<a href="http://www.stevepavlina.com/blog/2007/07/journaling/"> journaling</a> is a great way catch a glimpse of your <a href="http://www.trueself.org/">true self</a>, which is often lost amongst the chaos of life. Here's a fun way to make a <a href="http://dinastamps.typepad.com/ponderings/2008/08/assembling-the-fabric-cover.html">journal fabric cover</a>.<br /><br />-- Have you ever wanted to make your own boxes, cards or envelopes? Here is <a href="http://desktoppub.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?zi=1/XJ/Ya&sdn=desktoppub&cdn=compute&tm=12&f=21&su=p284.8.150.ip_&tt=14&bt=1&bts=0&zu=http%3A//www.ruthannzaroff.com/mirkwooddesigns/templates.htm">an awesome resource</a> that lists 60 different projects.<br /><br />-- I'm a <span style="font-style: italic;">huge </span>fan of <a href="http://www.instructables.com/id/Creating-Complex-Spraypaint-Stencils-by-Hand/">spraypaint stencils</a>. Learn how to make your own.<br /><br />-- While you're crafting away, it is always nice to have a yummy drink nearby. How about making delicious <a href="http://www.instructables.com/id/Creating-Complex-Spraypaint-Stencils-by-Hand/">chai tea</a> from scratch and saving your coffee change for another day?<br /></div></div>suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-49492546769160509132009-05-11T07:36:00.000-07:002009-05-19T07:41:50.344-07:00Brighten Your Life: Yellow<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlCM-p3I3wfp-TOPhtw9U_OS72dKvtdOcYDSujPYSTNce4yeY_LfR6oMct7aNfVk8Q1JKzduqJQlLJDcv_IuKFVvgrq-RrP64h2KYVLCjVa_F1tD_zEncD5XNh39-txYzKnV_NoThJkA/s1600-h/yellow.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlCM-p3I3wfp-TOPhtw9U_OS72dKvtdOcYDSujPYSTNce4yeY_LfR6oMct7aNfVk8Q1JKzduqJQlLJDcv_IuKFVvgrq-RrP64h2KYVLCjVa_F1tD_zEncD5XNh39-txYzKnV_NoThJkA/s400/yellow.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334575871463111218" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;">1. </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18487093">Traveling Toys by Krize</a><span style="font-style: italic;">, 2. </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24497455">Small Vintage Style Chalkboard vinyl decal by Off the Wall Expressions</a><span style="font-style: italic;">, 3. </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24595401">Yellow Sushi Set by BRP Designs</a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDhzENJ-B268gzPaFZZc_ARLOhfnly3DO2z_bY9J44tGstVYRHapRB9ZARuksZfRfwQ975S2gWhCjQT-SrFI1OzfIKnbjnnxGN-QJsk_ThBAH_Y9NYS9b-AGjCvIxMFrryhPU6rW0psg/s1600-h/bow.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 315px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDhzENJ-B268gzPaFZZc_ARLOhfnly3DO2z_bY9J44tGstVYRHapRB9ZARuksZfRfwQ975S2gWhCjQT-SrFI1OzfIKnbjnnxGN-QJsk_ThBAH_Y9NYS9b-AGjCvIxMFrryhPU6rW0psg/s400/bow.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5334577393522982258" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21521693"><span style="font-style: italic;">"Bow" by Red Heather Designs</span></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Good morning, friends. I hope that all of you moms out there had a </span></span><span style="font-style: italic; font-weight: normal;font-size:100%;" >splendid </span><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">mother's day. This being Monday, and a dreary one where I'm at, I wanted to feature some products to brighten the day. Yellow is such a cheerful color, don't you think?</span></span></div></div>suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-58149472296310931112009-05-08T07:10:00.001-07:002009-05-19T07:36:52.578-07:00A New Obsession<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/golden_skies_chapter/set?.mid=embed&id=8533760"><img alt="Golden Skies- Chapter 9" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFnBFVzU1NkE2M2hHSkhOQ1djeV9idUEAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Golden Skies- Chapter 9" width="400" border="0" height="400" /></a><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Maybe I'm way late to the party, which would be typical, but I've found a new obsession -- <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/explore">Polyvore</a>. There are so many amazing sets of collage images in the topics of fashion, interior design, art and even weddings.<br /><br /></div><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/its_gettin_latee/set?.mid=embed&id=8113889"><img alt="it's gettin latee!:)" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFkNDNzd2cFFzM2hHNWdkenJUbHdmWEEAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="it's gettin latee!:)" width="400" border="0" height="400" /></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-size:100%;">This is my favorite set of the day in the fashion category. It brings to mind summer days spent driving for hours to little country towns with a CD case stuffed full of good tunes and my </span></span><span style="font-size:100%;">clunky 35 mm camera. Yes, obviously that was years ago. What gave it away? Seems like I should make a date with my new-fangled camera. Ya?</span><br /></div></div><small><span style="font-size:100%;"></span><br /><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/"></a></small></div>suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-23280748930011115592009-05-07T10:36:00.000-07:002009-05-19T07:41:31.327-07:00Etsy Seller Spotlight: Michele Maule<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqhQjslh_fYUMtgW4wZqR4o_LtCOyWo7ytVRgbUGeBk3eBuN5e1-r6_8iOm7IzfUmc1IuA6fvQ8hmIn04sX30pnNW80_YhhPamSvn8-kdN6zaIxS1QmTdLcCOOfhxOZJfLoTKAE4R_5Q/s1600-h/Tea.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 386px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqhQjslh_fYUMtgW4wZqR4o_LtCOyWo7ytVRgbUGeBk3eBuN5e1-r6_8iOm7IzfUmc1IuA6fvQ8hmIn04sX30pnNW80_YhhPamSvn8-kdN6zaIxS1QmTdLcCOOfhxOZJfLoTKAE4R_5Q/s400/Tea.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5333139513427228322" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24628306"><span style="font-style: italic;">"Tea"</span></a><br /><br /></div><a href="http://michelemaule.etsy.com/">Michele Maule's</a> illustrations, screen prints and etchings capture my imagination. The colors and the innocence of her subject matter take me back to simpler days and to the things that make me smile even now. Her images of French press coffee, a Boston terrier, rain boots and typewriters resonate with me. How about you?<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAGgC0SiGK8fbGFZP4agNZjMQz8EJDJMHxxu2jOP7NHAJVZ0ZrWkBR1ISvR9gNvsFXVB-HYeDbJxpYwWFhF-ROAaXKBZAgpgmi6-toN4BeEifWMxHXFhwn6gbIMOIMIt4lXLJiT-_ktg/s1600-h/the+wait.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 375px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAGgC0SiGK8fbGFZP4agNZjMQz8EJDJMHxxu2jOP7NHAJVZ0ZrWkBR1ISvR9gNvsFXVB-HYeDbJxpYwWFhF-ROAaXKBZAgpgmi6-toN4BeEifWMxHXFhwn6gbIMOIMIt4lXLJiT-_ktg/s400/the+wait.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5333139568051028290" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22863531"><span style="font-style: italic;">"The Wait"</span></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">"The Wait" is so very me in eighth grade, socks, shoes and all, sitting in the principle's office with a knot in my stomach.<br /></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvnn9d9kjNMkTobqRxRspwm4HInbX8HzR6wv4I4q_a-Cbv9YQa-n-qND_c4bzm5YrMkiFEQfU5tjxMl1AR7M7OphI3FpUP0r3ZfYuP-NIP0qDTYvcsUbRrprBMEGRlotLXjrFXTDdy0A/s1600-h/i+heart+my+bike.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 399px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvnn9d9kjNMkTobqRxRspwm4HInbX8HzR6wv4I4q_a-Cbv9YQa-n-qND_c4bzm5YrMkiFEQfU5tjxMl1AR7M7OphI3FpUP0r3ZfYuP-NIP0qDTYvcsUbRrprBMEGRlotLXjrFXTDdy0A/s400/i+heart+my+bike.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5333139671401566242" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24405155"><span style="font-style: italic;">"I Heart My Bike"</span></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Michele wants to hear your play list, and I do too. Don't be shy! Please do share.<br /></div></div>suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-65603777295792942872009-05-06T14:04:00.000-07:002009-05-19T07:45:27.686-07:00Get Happy<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkUMWzvH6eQOSv0Knt9UxriZVLpGDdNiQFFWLsWikSpvD_A2fTsc_e0jmwD_41iSE78ZbpIRf6A7QIV6p7ai8IFgVGbSkf3PVPEfXvK2IT0SG94SA2hl1GLSsHQ6hMNEQME3er0Grxng/s1600-h/beach+bliss.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkUMWzvH6eQOSv0Knt9UxriZVLpGDdNiQFFWLsWikSpvD_A2fTsc_e0jmwD_41iSE78ZbpIRf6A7QIV6p7ai8IFgVGbSkf3PVPEfXvK2IT0SG94SA2hl1GLSsHQ6hMNEQME3er0Grxng/s400/beach+bliss.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5332831451494864130" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;">Image by </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24331338">Photopia</a><span style="font-style: italic;">.</span><br /></div><br />Happiness is elusive. One day you have it and the next you're looking for it wondering where it went and how to get it back. Today a friend told me she won't get out of bed in the morning unless she takes her happy pills. They're the only thing she knows of that placate her.<br /><br />There has to be a better way. I mean, I know some people really need drugs to fix imbalances in their chemistry, but for the rest of us, let's try to manufacture some of our own happy.<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 102, 0);">*</span> Here's <a href="http://thehappinessshow.com/OtherWaysOfBecomingHappier.htm#back%20to%20list">21 Ways</a> to do just that.<br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 102, 0);">* </span>Or try some endorphin-joy-generating <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxneiYh5Uc0&feature=related">yoga</a>.<br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 102, 0);">*</span> Commune with a <a href="http://zenamoon.typepad.com/weblog/2007/10/welcome-to-sacr.html">group </a>of zen-positive people one day a week.<br /><span style="color: rgb(204, 102, 0);">*</span> <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/New-Year-s-Resolution-Journal-Ideas">Keep a gratitude journal</a> to become aware of the positivity that surrounds you. And <a href="http://kirinote.blogspot.com/2007/07/how-to-make-reversible-journal-cover.html">get crafty </a>with your journal by making a gorgeous, fabric-covered, reversible cover for a plain spiral-bound notebook.suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-34458853603089896372009-05-06T06:31:00.000-07:002009-05-19T07:43:15.261-07:00Etsy Seller Spotlight: The Charm School Dropout<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc_gIEoCOiThiScGDezPdhGOJEgai-v0lKBEjugfzh5TNdRZNyd-AVDBNs2fc-QvOTwdfyCM1JgbnBczDDgCyI5NCLEglGjksqFrkq6FHtOco6yxGqOl6rYV40ZUc6fV9TCaqtwRTQ1A/s1600-h/lemons.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 331px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc_gIEoCOiThiScGDezPdhGOJEgai-v0lKBEjugfzh5TNdRZNyd-AVDBNs2fc-QvOTwdfyCM1JgbnBczDDgCyI5NCLEglGjksqFrkq6FHtOco6yxGqOl6rYV40ZUc6fV9TCaqtwRTQ1A/s400/lemons.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5332714862901896466" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22151662">Lemons<br /></a></div><br />It's no wonder the artist behind <a href="http://www.sarap.etsy.com/">The Charm School Dropout</a>, Sarah Collier, didn't need additional tutoring. Her mixed-media art and paintings are de-light-ful, for sure. There's a quiet glamor and sophistication about her mixed media work in which she uses ad images from the 1950s, 60s and 70s. Just splendid.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZjMQVOuXWRcXyGegEo7OYI2vur2jgUfk_rJZob0N3Zqw4lZbkZmCskPxGSoAPNZssI2_0fKiw3u_-6Dd-k5exHS-Cah5mdV0qFfU3RutrcfL7Jd3QXHW-u0bjBTC2Ah4cFSd8zvBCew/s1600-h/Ms.+Red+Liips.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZjMQVOuXWRcXyGegEo7OYI2vur2jgUfk_rJZob0N3Zqw4lZbkZmCskPxGSoAPNZssI2_0fKiw3u_-6Dd-k5exHS-Cah5mdV0qFfU3RutrcfL7Jd3QXHW-u0bjBTC2Ah4cFSd8zvBCew/s400/Ms.+Red+Liips.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5332716012849346418" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21734052">Ms. Red Lips<br /></a></div><br />Right now <a href="http://www.sarap.etsy.com/">The Charm School Dropout </a>is having a $10 sale on prints. Snatch one up to add to your collection of awesome art, or ask her to do a custom piece with images of the vintage ephemera you've collected.suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-35014169814027092312009-05-05T08:11:00.000-07:002009-05-05T10:42:30.376-07:00Etsy Seller Spotlight: Little Pink Orchard<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;"><p><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQcZsIzryfUZxRhOOaz-A5jw9luvgZaghk-eDJO11LzRsoEB1g68w9b0D1VA1rBq_pnjTKNO8-UR0sBb2hGmTJzviGvmxQ5Bp7Z0AJrdnwOGK1W3qBPXFzVeppYhBXxWTcAu-X7lcW_A/s1600-h/silhoutte-framed.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 302px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQcZsIzryfUZxRhOOaz-A5jw9luvgZaghk-eDJO11LzRsoEB1g68w9b0D1VA1rBq_pnjTKNO8-UR0sBb2hGmTJzviGvmxQ5Bp7Z0AJrdnwOGK1W3qBPXFzVeppYhBXxWTcAu-X7lcW_A/s400/silhoutte-framed.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5332379528837180994" border="0" /></a></p></span><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24453847">Cameo Silhouette Pillow</a><br /></div><br />Meet Bree, a super sweet, optimistic go-getter of an Etsy seller. She's the designer and crafty gal behind <a href="http://www.littlepinkorchard.etsy.com/">Little Pink Orchard</a>, purveyor of decorative pillows, baby's blankets and onesies. <span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br />What led you to begin selling on Etsy? </span><br />Right now I'm a student who is finishing her business degree-but wanted something more creative as a career. I'm starting my own business call blisseventsandco, an event planning company. While hosting many parties at my house I always tried matching my decor with whatever the party's themes was. I'd cover the pillows on my couch with fabric just for the night so it would add to the mood and color scheme. I started thinking about having pillows in my house for different occasions and seasons to change around when my mood was different. I thought, "What a fun idea to promote!" And it's something I can do while starting my bigger company and that will help fund what it takes to start a business. Etsy is a great, easy way to have your own company fast and without much red tape.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhMPcKF-0yYq2LvC2BRDHkQW0il0QA7Gp7Zi_9EMi6jua0ErCoEy3XdDj9WlzdGPZx40L8i-8UtcjvCOo72l3dfC0yGmn0lwOmERJVTmzsrDzNvgv2kChxvn_Oc8saAmr843ch6aVL6g/s1600-h/coral-framed-sq.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 382px; height: 353px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhMPcKF-0yYq2LvC2BRDHkQW0il0QA7Gp7Zi_9EMi6jua0ErCoEy3XdDj9WlzdGPZx40L8i-8UtcjvCOo72l3dfC0yGmn0lwOmERJVTmzsrDzNvgv2kChxvn_Oc8saAmr843ch6aVL6g/s400/coral-framed-sq.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5332382395081762370" border="0" /></a></span></span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24276180">Red Coral Silhouette<br /></a> </div><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">What daily or weekly indulgences make you happy? </span><br />Buying myself fresh flowers. I love to make modern arrangements for my house, and they make me happy every time I look at them. Shopping at junkyards, consignment stores and antique shops -- you can get stuff for free and turn it into something beautiful. Martha Stewart wedding magazines -- I probably own every one. I love my Mac. Opening my e-mail every morning is like a giant hello, good morning Bree! Writing in my blog -- I love to write about what makes me happy at <a href="http://breeandbrandonsbliss.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">breeandbrandonsbliss.blogspot.<wbr>com</a>. There are so many amazing things to see in this world and sometimes we forget the small things. I like remembering the small things.<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: bold;"><div><br />What inspires your work?<br /></div></span> Happy memories, color schemes and trends that I notice all inspire what I create. I love using silhouettes for the modern and bold statement they make. I like using neutral pillows because it appeals to a wider audience. I also get inspired from different fabrics, window displays and paper. I actually keep a notepad under my bed when I come up with ideas in the middle of the night or when I'm brainstorming. It looks a little crazy but its my little piece of joy.suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-10032167613383186272009-05-04T06:38:00.000-07:002009-05-04T07:41:43.962-07:00Vintage Spotlight: Maiden Rapture Vintage<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtY6Eso7NYggpuI3yb3ixuk_8s79tCZowSTUJQCV6WUHwrswWv_xIRjHuIjEeB3DA62fRBa1iwi28J5oTZl6uDwfL9QeC62p8Oxq7h8yhQ8sXml5Sd-ehy3sZTtx56thW3hVGp4PqBpQ/s1600-h/chevron+stripe.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtY6Eso7NYggpuI3yb3ixuk_8s79tCZowSTUJQCV6WUHwrswWv_xIRjHuIjEeB3DA62fRBa1iwi28J5oTZl6uDwfL9QeC62p8Oxq7h8yhQ8sXml5Sd-ehy3sZTtx56thW3hVGp4PqBpQ/s400/chevron+stripe.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5331973728286892258" border="0" /></a><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24356149"> 70s Chevron Wrap Dress </a><br /></div><div> </div><br />I'm blissed out from finding <a href="http://www.maidenrapturevintage.etsy.com/">Maiden Rapture Vintage</a>, an Etsy shop that stocks funk-a-delic gals and guys clothing and accessories.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7F-kR3_TAPOInhZYbmip-SefPfEbKo5zpo4KB5npiJnTMcf0rAflgEsl72_9G69su_LIt2EVbhg-Fh1xjlsiBgxtcvp1BuVhYbWY9n8wRaeuDfMf5l3iXDL41CDVoWy3PDniq8WqQiQ/s1600-h/check+midriff.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7F-kR3_TAPOInhZYbmip-SefPfEbKo5zpo4KB5npiJnTMcf0rAflgEsl72_9G69su_LIt2EVbhg-Fh1xjlsiBgxtcvp1BuVhYbWY9n8wRaeuDfMf5l3iXDL41CDVoWy3PDniq8WqQiQ/s400/check+midriff.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5331973783210838210" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23564952">80s Black and White Checked Midriff Top<br /></a></div><br />The outfits are deftly put together, and the models are edgy and gorgeous. So I'm sold. And if you're like me and are strapped for cash right now, you'll be happy to know that the shop currently has 40 sale items.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwg95hSA6c_zfowzANiGdWtrYO3kVLiK8p8vsh4yV93l6qqdTQGuYjr42j3xFa0JidotUQYjlnKoIRBaN0SwQkGajwWFY8Sqf8JncvcYMrEQXgS6d_-jfj2RYZrPRuDA-oxg2YyNuAcg/s1600-h/emerald+skirt.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwg95hSA6c_zfowzANiGdWtrYO3kVLiK8p8vsh4yV93l6qqdTQGuYjr42j3xFa0JidotUQYjlnKoIRBaN0SwQkGajwWFY8Sqf8JncvcYMrEQXgS6d_-jfj2RYZrPRuDA-oxg2YyNuAcg/s400/emerald+skirt.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5331967823024679010" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24335490">80s Emerald Green A-Line Skirt<br /></a></div><br />Maiden Vintage Rapture also has a blog -- which you can access from going to the shop -- and from what I've seen there, there will soon be an assortment of funky sunglasses in stock.suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-36704324269541022542009-05-03T18:56:00.000-07:002009-05-03T19:18:20.215-07:00Are We Ready for the Vassarettes?<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnP1n_y3PO0ZqNtLD7mAODpyUDzBEtI8HHMWcpSebMeg1Klw8SvAhV3rroCNOpy_rq93aepjxKmDz9fKnIj-VqLcW_iyl7vRCDBfJ_7uKNBjSJXQ2VD1W4ptOMQq_PH-zeJ6WWpXqR1Q/s1600-h/Vassarettes+PROMO.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 311px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnP1n_y3PO0ZqNtLD7mAODpyUDzBEtI8HHMWcpSebMeg1Klw8SvAhV3rroCNOpy_rq93aepjxKmDz9fKnIj-VqLcW_iyl7vRCDBfJ_7uKNBjSJXQ2VD1W4ptOMQq_PH-zeJ6WWpXqR1Q/s400/Vassarettes+PROMO.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5331782121052934882" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Is this for real? 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<br /><meta equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><meta name="ProgId" content="Word.Document"><meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 10"><meta name="Originator" content="Microsoft Word 10"><link style="font-family: georgia;" rel="File-List" href="file:///C:%5CDOCUME%7E1%5CClaude%5CLOCALS%7E1%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml"><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:worddocument> <w:view>Normal</w:View> <w:zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:compatibility> <w:breakwrappedtables/> <w:snaptogridincell/> <w:applybreakingrules/> <w:wraptextwithpunct/> <w:useasianbreakrules/> </w:Compatibility> <w:browserlevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><style> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} --> </style><!--[if gte mso 10]> <style> /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman";} </style> <![endif]--> <p style="font-family: georgia;" class="MsoNormal">The lights dim in a slam-packed club and the crowd begins to cheer. They’re chanting your name, and just as you’re about to step out on stage to make your musical debut, you realize that you’re wearing only a bra and skirt. </p> <p style="font-family: georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="font-family: georgia;" class="MsoNormal">
<br /></p><p style="font-family: georgia;" class="MsoNormal">It sounds like a nightmare I once had, but the all girl quartet, The Vassarettes, don’t seem to mind performing in lingerie and mini skirts. And I guess they wouldn’t because my guess is that they were paid well to be walking advertisements. </p> <p style="font-family: georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="font-family: georgia;" class="MsoNormal">
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<br /></p><p style="font-family: georgia;" class="MsoNormal">Based on their song, "<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YJnJpMrhFw">Are You Ready</a>," it seems that the ladies have talent, which is really a shame. I wonder how many people who have gone to see them perform really cared about the music versus the number who went to see a spectacle. </p> <p style="font-family: georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p style="font-family: georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" class="MsoNormal">
<br /></p><p style="font-family: georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" class="MsoNormal">Being famous for performing in your bra is about as pitiable as being the bearded lady in a freak show.</p> suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-46032877972815184112009-05-03T09:01:00.000-07:002009-05-12T07:18:18.491-07:00Invigorate Your Life<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbxrvmAbo1-6bVLSFYWns3flirpV9GUU9xEy9qPkQIq4sP8U-W7tyW79JmJl7upFP8kGNNEjchzwyLkQi7oW_O7n3nr0Cz2XifntT971s9HUJZDOiNqxvw0S6KuBW0AP4U-5CabQO_Ew/s1600-h/model+on+water.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 317px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbxrvmAbo1-6bVLSFYWns3flirpV9GUU9xEy9qPkQIq4sP8U-W7tyW79JmJl7upFP8kGNNEjchzwyLkQi7oW_O7n3nr0Cz2XifntT971s9HUJZDOiNqxvw0S6KuBW0AP4U-5CabQO_Ew/s400/model+on+water.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5331634596983250338" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;">“Did you have a good world when you died – enough to base a movie on?” Jim Morrison. </span></div> <p face="georgia" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<br />Perhaps the most motivating factor of my life has been the desire to taste it like a connoisseur, passionately experiencing the development of a perfect vintage, chocolate and vanilla, sultry like a Flamenco dancer.
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<br /><p style="text-align: left;" face="georgia" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><div style="text-align: left;">I’ve lived the life of a gypsy in wanderlust, and like a Midwestern storm chaser I’ve thrown caution to the wind. It’s beautiful out there without a safety net. Try it sometime. You’ll see what I mean.
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<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0); font-weight: bold;">Here’s a list to get you started.</span>
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<br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">*</span><span style=";font-family:georgia;font-size:100%;" >Go on an impromptu road trip. (Gypsy Points if you leave in the middle of the night.) </span></div><p style="text-align: center;font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">*</span> <span style="font-size:100%;">Dance barefoot in the rain.</span>
<br /></p><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><p style="text-align: center;font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">*</span> <span style="font-size:100%;">Mark a momentous occasion by getting a tat, a piercing or get a dramatic hair cut. Now take a photo and cherish it always.</span></p><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><p style="text-align: center;font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">*</span><span style="font-size:130%;"> </span><span style="font-size:100%;">On the fly, throw a party at your place for a friend in need.</span></p><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><p style="text-align: center;font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">*</span> <span style="font-size:100%;">Write a poem. Now go and read it at a local poetry slam. (Gutsy Girl Rawker points for going alone.)</span></p><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><p style="text-align: center;font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">*</span> <span style="font-size:100%;">Take a class for something you’ve always wanted to do. </span></p><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><p style="text-align: center;font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">*</span> <span style="font-size:100%;">Make a daytrip with just your camera and some good tunes.</span></p><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><p style="text-align: center;font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">*</span> <span style="font-size:100%;">Talk to someone you’d normally cross the other side of the street to avoid. Ask questions and really listen.</span></p><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><p style="text-align: center;font-family:georgia;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">* </span><span style="font-size:100%;">Quit your job and do what you really love. The money will follow. </span></p></div>
<br /><p style="font-family: georgia; text-align: left;" class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p><div style="text-align: left;"> </div> </div><meta equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><meta name="ProgId" content="Word.Document"><meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 10"><meta name="Originator" content="Microsoft Word 10"><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:worddocument> <w:view>Normal</w:View> <w:zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:compatibility> <w:breakwrappedtables/> <w:snaptogridincell/> <w:applybreakingrules/> <w:wraptextwithpunct/> <w:useasianbreakrules/> </w:Compatibility> <w:browserlevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><style> <!-- /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman";} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} --></style>suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1100944278124308496.post-42901024189097590282009-05-02T17:32:00.001-07:002009-05-02T21:42:15.665-07:00Salutations<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJL0fuzISHsSD-CGSoMQ6845r0ONAN7U7bn7WQIKkskPlIhBzAeAzyiSQagCFwQyRSbogDJzhxQFUdQLInhMAzv_ooiDRCa8FaunfzwhhXDNNbzXmZCGzGVAm6bIYew8zFIRyj67CBpQ/s1600-h/loveletters.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 277px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJL0fuzISHsSD-CGSoMQ6845r0ONAN7U7bn7WQIKkskPlIhBzAeAzyiSQagCFwQyRSbogDJzhxQFUdQLInhMAzv_ooiDRCa8FaunfzwhhXDNNbzXmZCGzGVAm6bIYew8zFIRyj67CBpQ/s400/loveletters.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5331441519903694338" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">Image found</span> </span><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.thefirst47.com/loveletters.html">here</a><span style="font-style: italic;">.</span><br /></div><br />Hello, reader. This is it -- the inception of my blog for gals who love art, style and this roller coaster adventure that we call life.<br /><br />suGar,Honey,bAby,doll is my epic love letter to you, dear reader. It's a place for me to share about the things that, to me, make life one sweet ride -- self-exploration, beauty, D.I.Y., art, craft and the courage to be the person you were meant to be. I hope that in some small way my little corner of the Web will enrich your life.<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(255, 102, 0);">So, who is the sole key pusher and dreamer behind this blog?</span><br />Zoey Valentine.<br />I've been a writer for most of my life -- a scribbler of love letters and poetry to honor my muses, a paid staff columnist, a proud award-winning journalist and most recently a p.j. wearing freelancer.suGar,Honey,bAby,dollhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05855040985376905937noreply@blogger.com0