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Saturday, October 31, 2009
Friday, October 30, 2009
Let's Go Yankees!
I really just couldn't resist... I am a Yankee fan... I like to search for things on Etsy.... so.... Here's some of the awesome stuff I found!
NEW YORK YANKEES PILLOW by HowardAvenue
Yankees Magnet logo DIAMOND SHAPE by BackGlass
NEW YORK YANKEES COASTERS Hand-Carved Natural Slate by BlythHouseCreations
NY Yankees Scrabble Tile Pendant by PENDORA
These are all great ways to support your team and to support local independant crafters!
GO YANKS! :-)
NEW YORK YANKEES PILLOW by HowardAvenue
Yankees Magnet logo DIAMOND SHAPE by BackGlass
NEW YORK YANKEES COASTERS Hand-Carved Natural Slate by BlythHouseCreations
NY Yankees Scrabble Tile Pendant by PENDORA
These are all great ways to support your team and to support local independant crafters!
GO YANKS! :-)
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Wheee!!! More about Meeeee!!!!
Oh yeah! There is more to read about me! Did you think I was kidding when I said there was more coming? *wink*
Check out these awesome EtsyBloggers:
1) Purr Prints - http://purrprints.blogspot.com/2009/10/fun-find-friday-made-by-melissa.html#
2) Katie McFarland - http://katiemcfarland.blogspot.com/2009/10/madebymelissa.html
3) UberArt Shop - http://uberartshop.blogspot.com/2009/10/etsy-blogger-of-month.html
4) Linda B’s Blog - http://linorstorecom.blogspot.com/2009/10/etsy-bloggers-team-featured-seller-is.html
5) NanjoDogz - http://nanjodogz.blogspot.com/2009/10/etsy-featured-blogger-made-by-melissa.html
6) Scrap Happy Christine - http://scraphappychristinescorner.blogspot.com/2009/10/octobers-featured-etsyblogger.html
7) The Fab Miss B - http://thefabmissb.blogspot.com/2009/10/elephants-never-forget.html#
8) Bare Moose - http://baremoose.blogspot.com/2009/10/made-by-melissa.html
9) Imagine MDD - http://imaginemdd.blogspot.com/2009/10/madebymelissa-featured-blogger-of-month.html
10) Splendid Little Stars - http://splendidlittlestars.blogspot.com/2009/10/lost-in-crochet-goodness.html
Just in case you missed the previous posts, there are more features about me here, here and here. Show some love to the EtsyBloggers! Leave a comment and let them know you stopped by!
PS - Believe it or not, there are still MORE awesome blogs for you to check out. Keep your eyes peeled for more fabulous reading material!
Check out these awesome EtsyBloggers:
1) Purr Prints - http://purrprints.blogspot.com/2009/10/fun-find-friday-made-by-melissa.html#
2) Katie McFarland - http://katiemcfarland.blogspot.com/2009/10/madebymelissa.html
3) UberArt Shop - http://uberartshop.blogspot.com/2009/10/etsy-blogger-of-month.html
4) Linda B’s Blog - http://linorstorecom.blogspot.com/2009/10/etsy-bloggers-team-featured-seller-is.html
5) NanjoDogz - http://nanjodogz.blogspot.com/2009/10/etsy-featured-blogger-made-by-melissa.html
6) Scrap Happy Christine - http://scraphappychristinescorner.blogspot.com/2009/10/octobers-featured-etsyblogger.html
7) The Fab Miss B - http://thefabmissb.blogspot.com/2009/10/elephants-never-forget.html#
8) Bare Moose - http://baremoose.blogspot.com/2009/10/made-by-melissa.html
9) Imagine MDD - http://imaginemdd.blogspot.com/2009/10/madebymelissa-featured-blogger-of-month.html
10) Splendid Little Stars - http://splendidlittlestars.blogspot.com/2009/10/lost-in-crochet-goodness.html
Just in case you missed the previous posts, there are more features about me here, here and here. Show some love to the EtsyBloggers! Leave a comment and let them know you stopped by!
PS - Believe it or not, there are still MORE awesome blogs for you to check out. Keep your eyes peeled for more fabulous reading material!
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
It's National Plush Animal Lover's Day!!
I know, its normally Wordless Wednesday, but I have decided to take a tiny detour, and for a very good reason!! According to HolidayInsights.com, today is National Plush Animal Lover's day! In honor of this awesome day, I would like to offer 10% off any plushie in my shop. Simply put "I love plush animals" in the notes to seller and I will send you a refund via PayPal! (Sale code valid today only - 10/28 until midnight)
Show your plush animals some love today!
Show your plush animals some love today!
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
I Want It - Don't Panic Pendant
I randomly like to type "42" into the search box in Etsy and see what happens. If you don't know, 42 is the answer to the ultimate question of life, the universe and everything. And, if you knew that already, then you know how perfect this necklace is!!
Don't Panic the Answer is 42 by LaPetiteFleur:
It says "Don't Panic" on the front and has the number 42 stamped on the back. How awesome is that?!?!
Now who is going to buy it for me???
Don't Panic the Answer is 42 by LaPetiteFleur:
It says "Don't Panic" on the front and has the number 42 stamped on the back. How awesome is that?!?!
Now who is going to buy it for me???
Monday, October 26, 2009
More EtsyBloggers Love!
What? You didn't know?!? I am the featured EtsyBlogger for the month of October!! Here are some more of the awesome blogs devoted to sweet ol' me!
1) Sunshine Daydreamz - http://beth-sunshinedaydreamz.blogspot.com/2009/10/featured-etsy-blogger-october.html
2) DIY Addicted - http://diyaddicted.blogspot.com/2009/10/friday-featured-artist-made-by-melissa.html
3) Heather’s Custom Sewing - http://heatherscustomsewing.blogspot.com/2009/10/october-featured-etsy-blogger-and.html
4) Bliss Soybean Candles - http://blisscandles.blogspot.com/2009/10/october-featured-etsy-blogger-made-by.html
5) Rainy Day Art - http://rainydayart.blogspot.com/2009/10/featured-etsy-blogger-for-october.html
6) Storybeader - http://www.storybeader.com/2009/10/october-featured-etsyblogger-made-by.html
7) Memories for Life Scrapbooks - http://memoriesforlifescrapbooks.blogspot.com/2009/10/meet-made-by-melissa.html
8) LazyTCrochet - http://lazytcrochet.blogspot.com/2009/10/octobers-featured-etsyblogger-is.html
9) Homemade Originals - http://homemadeoriginals.blogspot.com/2009/10/featured-blogger.html
10) Looks Good From the Front - http://looksgoodfromthefront.blogspot.com/2009/10/october-etsy-blogger-of-month.html
Please stop by and leave them a comment so they know you were there. Tell them I sent you!
There's lots more where that came from, so check back soon for more links! Make sure you check out the other great blogs listed here and here!
1) Sunshine Daydreamz - http://beth-sunshinedaydreamz.blogspot.com/2009/10/featured-etsy-blogger-october.html
2) DIY Addicted - http://diyaddicted.blogspot.com/2009/10/friday-featured-artist-made-by-melissa.html
3) Heather’s Custom Sewing - http://heatherscustomsewing.blogspot.com/2009/10/october-featured-etsy-blogger-and.html
4) Bliss Soybean Candles - http://blisscandles.blogspot.com/2009/10/october-featured-etsy-blogger-made-by.html
5) Rainy Day Art - http://rainydayart.blogspot.com/2009/10/featured-etsy-blogger-for-october.html
6) Storybeader - http://www.storybeader.com/2009/10/october-featured-etsyblogger-made-by.html
7) Memories for Life Scrapbooks - http://memoriesforlifescrapbooks.blogspot.com/2009/10/meet-made-by-melissa.html
8) LazyTCrochet - http://lazytcrochet.blogspot.com/2009/10/octobers-featured-etsyblogger-is.html
9) Homemade Originals - http://homemadeoriginals.blogspot.com/2009/10/featured-blogger.html
10) Looks Good From the Front - http://looksgoodfromthefront.blogspot.com/2009/10/october-etsy-blogger-of-month.html
Please stop by and leave them a comment so they know you were there. Tell them I sent you!
There's lots more where that came from, so check back soon for more links! Make sure you check out the other great blogs listed here and here!
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Adopt a Shelter Pet
Its a well known fact that October is breast cancer awareness month, as well as many other things. But, its also National Adopt a Shelter Pet month. There are many, many, many shelters in this country with many, many, many unwanted pets. Most times, these pets find themselves in shelters through no fault of their own - people get a cute puppy, then realize its too much work, or they are allergic or they move to a place that doesn't allow pets and so forth and so on... Sometimes the pets are taken away from abusive homes.
My husband and I decided to get a pet a few years after we got married. I immediately started looking on Pet Finder and found many adorable doggies. We later found out that our local PetSmart had adoption nights! So, we went one night saw the most gorgeous dogs we'd ever seen. Purrs N' Pups had rescued a pregnant dog from a kill shelter. In fact, this shelter had a "drop off pen", you know kinda like Blockbuster, you can just dump your unwanted dog in this pen during the night and in the morning the shelter workers would take them in.
By the time we had gotten there, only 4 pups were left from the litter. We oohed and ahhed and pet some of the pups and then I began filling out paper work. My husband continued to look at the pups and we had pretty much decided on a brown and white spotted male (think of a beagle's coloring) when out of nowhere, this sweet little black puppy woke up from her nap and pushed her way over to my hubby. She shoved her brother out of the way and started licking my hubby's hand. I picked her up and she instantly put her head down on my shoulder and snuggled in for another nap. It's true what they say - you don't pick the dog, the dog picks you!!
We've had our pup for 3 years now and she is the sweetest, most loving (and the most stubborn) dog we've ever met. She instantly loved my son when we brought him home from the hospital and they now are like sister and brother. A gorgeous dog that may not have lived had this rescue group not taken her pregnant mother from the kill shelter.
If you are looking for a pet - please, visit your local animal shelter and pet rescue group or look online. There are hundreds of pets that need a good loving home.
My husband and I decided to get a pet a few years after we got married. I immediately started looking on Pet Finder and found many adorable doggies. We later found out that our local PetSmart had adoption nights! So, we went one night saw the most gorgeous dogs we'd ever seen. Purrs N' Pups had rescued a pregnant dog from a kill shelter. In fact, this shelter had a "drop off pen", you know kinda like Blockbuster, you can just dump your unwanted dog in this pen during the night and in the morning the shelter workers would take them in.
By the time we had gotten there, only 4 pups were left from the litter. We oohed and ahhed and pet some of the pups and then I began filling out paper work. My husband continued to look at the pups and we had pretty much decided on a brown and white spotted male (think of a beagle's coloring) when out of nowhere, this sweet little black puppy woke up from her nap and pushed her way over to my hubby. She shoved her brother out of the way and started licking my hubby's hand. I picked her up and she instantly put her head down on my shoulder and snuggled in for another nap. It's true what they say - you don't pick the dog, the dog picks you!!
We've had our pup for 3 years now and she is the sweetest, most loving (and the most stubborn) dog we've ever met. She instantly loved my son when we brought him home from the hospital and they now are like sister and brother. A gorgeous dog that may not have lived had this rescue group not taken her pregnant mother from the kill shelter.
If you are looking for a pet - please, visit your local animal shelter and pet rescue group or look online. There are hundreds of pets that need a good loving home.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Fingerless Gloves - My First Attempt
As you know from yesterday's post, my hands are VERY cold. I need to be able to type and text and drive and all those other things that people need to do, but I need my hands to be warm and not totally numb. I started thinking about fingerless gloves, I looked around Etsy and found some awesome pairs. But, then I got to thinking - I don't want to wait for these things to be shipped to me, my hands need warmth now. I am crafty, I'll bet I can make a pair... I jumped on Ravelry.com and started hunting for patterns. I found some awesome ones, but decided to start simple and chose this one from Marlo's Crochet Corner.
I dug through my yarn stash (all 4 storage bins) and came up with some Paton's Classic merino wool in black. The pattern called for worsted weight, and I thought this was a little thin, so I added some miscellaneous thread weight gray yarn that somehow wound up in my possession.
Here is a photo of the main body - before thumb and trim:
I kinda liked is this way, but really wanted to see if I could do the thumb. So, I carried on. The pattern called for a row of single crochet at the top near the fingers and at the cuffs. I modified it slightly - I did two rounds of whip stitching across the top near the fingers, added a row of slip stitch around the thumb and did two rows of half double crochet at the cuff. This is how it came out:
I love it! The top is low enough so that I can still wear my rings and the cuff is long enough to keep me warm but not so long that its uncomfortable. Now comes the challenge - making the second one exactly the same.... Yep... the second one is slightly shorter, I must have missed stitch somewhere even though I was so careful in counting.
After wearing them for a few days, I think I will try making another pair without the thumb. I am thinking, one pair in brown (to match my brown work outfits) and one pair in a fun color - perhaps red or purple or stripes - to wear at home on the weekends.
I dug through my yarn stash (all 4 storage bins) and came up with some Paton's Classic merino wool in black. The pattern called for worsted weight, and I thought this was a little thin, so I added some miscellaneous thread weight gray yarn that somehow wound up in my possession.
Here is a photo of the main body - before thumb and trim:
I kinda liked is this way, but really wanted to see if I could do the thumb. So, I carried on. The pattern called for a row of single crochet at the top near the fingers and at the cuffs. I modified it slightly - I did two rounds of whip stitching across the top near the fingers, added a row of slip stitch around the thumb and did two rows of half double crochet at the cuff. This is how it came out:
I love it! The top is low enough so that I can still wear my rings and the cuff is long enough to keep me warm but not so long that its uncomfortable. Now comes the challenge - making the second one exactly the same.... Yep... the second one is slightly shorter, I must have missed stitch somewhere even though I was so careful in counting.
After wearing them for a few days, I think I will try making another pair without the thumb. I am thinking, one pair in brown (to match my brown work outfits) and one pair in a fun color - perhaps red or purple or stripes - to wear at home on the weekends.
Monday, October 19, 2009
I Want It - Fingerless Gloves
The Problem:
My office is majorly chilly, my hands are quite cold while I type away at my desk in my little cube. I would like to keep my hands warm, look stylish and still be able to type without pausing to rub my hands together.
The Solution:
Fingerless Gloves
The Second Problem:
Which pair to buy???
Long Plum Arm Warmers Fingerless Gloves by LazyTcrochet
Extra Long Fingerless Gloves by ShellMitchell
Black Fingerless Gloves by seahorsedesigns
Shavasana- fingerless gloves by Happiknits
Decisions, decisions....
I decided to attempt to make my own pair, and while they came out awesome, I am still contemplating buying a pair of the ones listed here. Stay tuned for photos of my first attempt.
My office is majorly chilly, my hands are quite cold while I type away at my desk in my little cube. I would like to keep my hands warm, look stylish and still be able to type without pausing to rub my hands together.
The Solution:
Fingerless Gloves
The Second Problem:
Which pair to buy???
Long Plum Arm Warmers Fingerless Gloves by LazyTcrochet
Extra Long Fingerless Gloves by ShellMitchell
Black Fingerless Gloves by seahorsedesigns
Shavasana- fingerless gloves by Happiknits
Decisions, decisions....
I decided to attempt to make my own pair, and while they came out awesome, I am still contemplating buying a pair of the ones listed here. Stay tuned for photos of my first attempt.
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Things they say....
Oh the things the little ones say! One afternoon I had my little guy "help" me with the laundry. As many of you know, having a 2 yr old help you with anything means that it will take at least twice as long to get done. Anyway, I am folding laundry and he is helping by laying on the floor driving his cars over speed bumps (i.e. my feet). Then this conversation takes place:
Where on earth does a two year old come up with that??
Him - Mommy?
Me - What's up?
Him - Dair a runaway truck.
Me - A runaway truck??
Him - Yes
Me - Oh no...
Him - Its OK, Mommy
Me - Its OK? Why?
Him - The horsies are getting it.
Me - The horsies are getting the runaway truck?
Him - Yes, Mommy. Dat what I say.
Me - Well, then, I won't worry.
Him - Good.
Where on earth does a two year old come up with that??
Friday, October 16, 2009
More About Me from the EtsyBloggers!
The EtsyBloggers are all just too sweet! Here are some more awesome features about yours truly!
Post 1: Charitable Creations - http://www.charitablecreations.org/2009/10/octobers-featured-etsyblogger.html
Post 2: FoxyG Knits - http://foxygknits.wordpress.com/2009/10/11/a-post-it-note-8/
Post 3: That Design Gal - http://thatdesigngal.blogspot.com/2009/10/featured-etsy-blogger.html
Post 4: The Grand Design - http://cjgrand.blogspot.com/2009/10/handmade-tweet-and-featured-etsyblogger.html
Post 5: NICO Designs - http://designsbynico.blogspot.com/2009/10/made-by-melissa.html
Post 6: Punky Jane - http://punkyjane.blogspot.com/2009/10/featured-from-etsybloggers-team-made-by.html
For more see my previous blog post **here**
Post 1: Charitable Creations - http://www.charitablecreations.org/2009/10/octobers-featured-etsyblogger.html
Post 2: FoxyG Knits - http://foxygknits.wordpress.com/2009/10/11/a-post-it-note-8/
Post 3: That Design Gal - http://thatdesigngal.blogspot.com/2009/10/featured-etsy-blogger.html
Post 4: The Grand Design - http://cjgrand.blogspot.com/2009/10/handmade-tweet-and-featured-etsyblogger.html
Post 5: NICO Designs - http://designsbynico.blogspot.com/2009/10/made-by-melissa.html
Post 6: Punky Jane - http://punkyjane.blogspot.com/2009/10/featured-from-etsybloggers-team-made-by.html
For more see my previous blog post **here**
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is breast cancer awareness month, and the EtsyBloggers blog carnival is focusing on this and other topics that are brought to light during this month of October. The EtsyBloggers are a generous bunch and many of them are donating proceeds from certain sales to various breast cancer charities.
Chemo Angel - Sterling Silver Hand Stamped Necklace by BosomBuddies
Proceeds: to Susan G Komen Foundation
Breast Cancer Awareness Ribbon Silver earrings by TheTaffyBox
All proceeds from the sales of breast cancer awareness items go towards the Avon Walk in Washington D.C. May 1-2, 2010.
Pink Ribbon - Breast Cancer Awareness Earrings by DorsetHillBeads
$1.00 for every "Pink Ribbon" pair of earrings sold is being donated to Pink Ribbon Girls
Pink Ribbon Soap in Lemon Sunshine by Spotted Cow Soaps
$1.00 from every purchase of the Pink Ribbon Soap collection will be donated to the Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer.
Triple Scented Candle - 8 oz. Travel Tin by DavesHomemade
20% of each breast cancer awareness Serenity Candle purchase is donated to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Lovely Pink Dangles by roseworksjewelry
20% of the Proceeds from this item will be donated to the Susan G. Koman fund!
Please take some time to visit these great EtsyBloggers and help to shop for a cure!
Chemo Angel - Sterling Silver Hand Stamped Necklace by BosomBuddies
Proceeds: to Susan G Komen Foundation
Breast Cancer Awareness Ribbon Silver earrings by TheTaffyBox
All proceeds from the sales of breast cancer awareness items go towards the Avon Walk in Washington D.C. May 1-2, 2010.
Pink Ribbon - Breast Cancer Awareness Earrings by DorsetHillBeads
$1.00 for every "Pink Ribbon" pair of earrings sold is being donated to Pink Ribbon Girls
Pink Ribbon Soap in Lemon Sunshine by Spotted Cow Soaps
$1.00 from every purchase of the Pink Ribbon Soap collection will be donated to the Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer.
Triple Scented Candle - 8 oz. Travel Tin by DavesHomemade
20% of each breast cancer awareness Serenity Candle purchase is donated to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Lovely Pink Dangles by roseworksjewelry
20% of the Proceeds from this item will be donated to the Susan G. Koman fund!
Please take some time to visit these great EtsyBloggers and help to shop for a cure!
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Halloween BOGO Sale - Starts NOW!!!
Get ready for Halloween with my BOGO sale!! Buy any Halloween item and get the second Halloween item of equal or lesser value for 50% off! Most Halloween necklaces and all Halloween earrings are just $5 each! That means you can get two for just $7.50 plus shipping!
All purchases will ship the next business day after payment is recieved via USPS first class mail leaving plenty of time for them to get to you before Halloween!
(Refund will be given by PayPal. Send me a conversation in Etsy if you would prefer a revised invoice or listing)
All purchases will ship the next business day after payment is recieved via USPS first class mail leaving plenty of time for them to get to you before Halloween!
(Refund will be given by PayPal. Send me a conversation in Etsy if you would prefer a revised invoice or listing)
Monday, October 12, 2009
Read all about me!
Remember when I told you all that I am the featured EtsyBlogger for the month of October? And how I was going to share all the fab blog features from my teammates? Well, here's the first batch! They are all super awesome, check them out and leave a comment so they know you were there!
Post 1: Colorless Green Ideas - http://maryeb-blog.blogspot.com/2009/10/variety.html
Post 2: Rose Works Jewelry: http://roseworksjewelry.blogspot.com/2009/10/featuring-made-by-melissa.html
Post 3: Mama’s Magic Studio: http://mamasmagic.blogspot.com/2009/10/friday-feature-made-by-melissa.html
Post 4: Sweet Sally’s Soaps: http://sweetsallyssoaps.blogspot.com/2009/10/madebymelissa.html
Post 5: Two Zany Zebras: http://twozanyzebras.blogspot.com/2009/10/octobers-featured-etsyblogger.html
Post 6: Unique Commodities: http://uniquecommodities.blogspot.com/2009/10/madebymelilssa-oct-featured-etsyblogger.html
Post 1: Colorless Green Ideas - http://maryeb-blog.blogspot.com/2009/10/variety.html
Post 2: Rose Works Jewelry: http://roseworksjewelry.blogspot.com/2009/10/featuring-made-by-melissa.html
Post 3: Mama’s Magic Studio: http://mamasmagic.blogspot.com/2009/10/friday-feature-made-by-melissa.html
Post 4: Sweet Sally’s Soaps: http://sweetsallyssoaps.blogspot.com/2009/10/madebymelissa.html
Post 5: Two Zany Zebras: http://twozanyzebras.blogspot.com/2009/10/octobers-featured-etsyblogger.html
Post 6: Unique Commodities: http://uniquecommodities.blogspot.com/2009/10/madebymelilssa-oct-featured-etsyblogger.html
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Fabulous Fall Festival - TODAY!
(Let's hope Mother Nature works with us this time!) Come visit me at the Fabulous Fall Festival! This was so much fun last year, I am really excited for it. There are pony rides, games, rides and face painting for the kiddies, great vendors and of course, food!
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2009
Time: 10:00am - 4:30pm
Location: Graydon Parking Lot
Street: Corner of Van Dien & Northern Pkwy
City/Town: Ridgewood, NJ
Check out the event page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=139384722121&index=1
And while you are there, become a fan of my page for updates and special sales! - http://artist.to/madebymelissa/
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2009
Time: 10:00am - 4:30pm
Location: Graydon Parking Lot
Street: Corner of Van Dien & Northern Pkwy
City/Town: Ridgewood, NJ
Check out the event page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=139384722121&index=1
And while you are there, become a fan of my page for updates and special sales! - http://artist.to/madebymelissa/
Friday, October 9, 2009
Zany Monster Shirt Giveaway!
Check out the Veater Family blog for a chance to win a zany monster shirt from Two Zany Zebras!
http://veaterfam.blogspot.com/2009/10/adorable-etsy-shop-two-zany-zebras.html
I have my eye on this Stanley monster shirt for my little guy!
http://veaterfam.blogspot.com/2009/10/adorable-etsy-shop-two-zany-zebras.html
I have my eye on this Stanley monster shirt for my little guy!
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Handmade Bag Giveaway!
Need a new handbag? Want an original handmade work of art to carry your things in? Of course you do! Check out Joey & Aleethea's blog for your chance to win an awesome Elizabeth Gwen Originals hand bag!
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Featured EtsyBlogger...
Now for those of you who have been paying attention and reading my blog for a while now, you know that every month the EtsyBloggers street team has a featured member which I blog about. Well, this month, the featured member is ME!! Yes, that's right, me, yours truly, sweet little me!! I am truly surprised and honored and so insanely excited. As a thank you to everyone, I will be posting the links to my features here a few times over the next month.
EtsyBloggers links: Etsy shops, website, blog, message board, Twitter and Facebook
EtsyBloggers links: Etsy shops, website, blog, message board, Twitter and Facebook
Monday, October 5, 2009
I'm featured!
I'm featured with some other great shops over at Rose Works Jewelry's Treasury Blog: Etsy Bloggers in Purple! Check it out!
Halloween Fun!
Halloween is just around the corner and the EtsyBloggers want to know the following:
1) Halloween is approaching! Do you do any kind of decorating for this spooky, fun holiday? If so, show us pictures!
2) Share your favorite Halloween memory from your childhood (it could be a costume, party, etc.).
Well, I don't have much to say on either topic, Halloween was never really big in my family. So, I don't have many childhood Halloween memories that are worth sharing. I also don't do much decorating, mostly because my dog is insane and tries to pull decorations off the walls and while its entertaining to watch, its pretty much a waste of time and money to hang up very much.
My son is just over 2 years old and I'd like to make sure that he has some awesome Halloween memories to share with his friends and family when he gets older. I am going to make an effort to make sure that he always enjoys the day. This year he's already fallen in love with a foam cowboy hat that he saw in the Disney Store. Its supposed to be Woody from Toy Story, but being that we've never seen the movie, he has no idea about that. However, I do believe that my little guy is going to be a cowboy this year, and of course, the cutest little cowboy you've ever laid your eyes on!
Here's to a happy Halloween!
1) Halloween is approaching! Do you do any kind of decorating for this spooky, fun holiday? If so, show us pictures!
2) Share your favorite Halloween memory from your childhood (it could be a costume, party, etc.).
Well, I don't have much to say on either topic, Halloween was never really big in my family. So, I don't have many childhood Halloween memories that are worth sharing. I also don't do much decorating, mostly because my dog is insane and tries to pull decorations off the walls and while its entertaining to watch, its pretty much a waste of time and money to hang up very much.
My son is just over 2 years old and I'd like to make sure that he has some awesome Halloween memories to share with his friends and family when he gets older. I am going to make an effort to make sure that he always enjoys the day. This year he's already fallen in love with a foam cowboy hat that he saw in the Disney Store. Its supposed to be Woody from Toy Story, but being that we've never seen the movie, he has no idea about that. However, I do believe that my little guy is going to be a cowboy this year, and of course, the cutest little cowboy you've ever laid your eyes on!
Here's to a happy Halloween!
Saturday, October 3, 2009
FFF - POSTPONED! Rain Date Info
Due to inclement weather, the Fabulous Fall Festival has been postponed.
Come visit me at the Fabulous Fall Festival! This was so much fun last year, I am really excited for it. There are pony rides, games, rides and face painting for the kiddies, great vendors and of course, food!
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2009
Time: 10:00am - 4:30pm
Location: Graydon Parking Lot
Street: Corner of Van Dien & Northern Pkwy
City/Town: Ridgewood, NJ
Check out the event page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=139384722121&index=1
And while you are there, become a fan of my page for updates and special sales! - http://artist.to/madebymelissa/
Come visit me at the Fabulous Fall Festival! This was so much fun last year, I am really excited for it. There are pony rides, games, rides and face painting for the kiddies, great vendors and of course, food!
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2009
Time: 10:00am - 4:30pm
Location: Graydon Parking Lot
Street: Corner of Van Dien & Northern Pkwy
City/Town: Ridgewood, NJ
Check out the event page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=139384722121&index=1
And while you are there, become a fan of my page for updates and special sales! - http://artist.to/madebymelissa/
Fabulous Fall Festival - TODAY!!!
Come visit me at the Fabulous Fall Festival! This was so much fun last year, I am really excited for it. There are pony rides, games, rides and face painting for the kiddies, great vendors and of course, food!
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2009
Time: 10:00am - 4:30pm
Location: Graydon Parking Lot
Street: Corner of Van Dien & Northern Pkwy
City/Town: Ridgewood, NJ
Check out the event page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=139384722121&index=1
And while you are there, become a fan of my page for updates and special sales! - http://artist.to/madebymelissa/
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2009
Time: 10:00am - 4:30pm
Location: Graydon Parking Lot
Street: Corner of Van Dien & Northern Pkwy
City/Town: Ridgewood, NJ
Check out the event page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=139384722121&index=1
And while you are there, become a fan of my page for updates and special sales! - http://artist.to/madebymelissa/
Friday, October 2, 2009
October is....
I am sure most everyone knows that October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, so wear a pink ribbon, donate to a charity, shop in places that donate portions of their proceeds.
October is more than just breast cancer awareness month, apparently there is quite a lot to be aware of and to celebrate this month. I found an interesting list of topics that you may not know are associated with this month.
• Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
• American Pharmacist Month
• Apple Jack Month
• Awareness Month
• Breast Cancer Awareness Month
• Clergy Appreciation Month
• Computer Learning Month
• Cookie Month
• Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• Eat Country Ham Month
• International Drum Month
• Lupus Awareness Month
• National Diabetes Month
• National Pizza Month
• National Vegetarian Month
• National Popcorn Popping Month
• Sarcastic Month
• Seafood Month
Weekly Celebrations:
• Week 1 Get Organized Week
• Week 1 Customer Service Week
• Week 2 Fire Prevention Week
• Week 2 Pet Peeve Week
• Week 3 Pastoral Care Week
Source: Holiday Insights - October
I may get into more detail on some of these because some of them are very important to me and some of them are just plain fun. But, for now, just think about these, and if you decide to blog on any of them, feel free to post a link in the comments section of this post.
Happy October!!
October is more than just breast cancer awareness month, apparently there is quite a lot to be aware of and to celebrate this month. I found an interesting list of topics that you may not know are associated with this month.
• American Pharmacist Month
• Apple Jack Month
• Awareness Month
• Breast Cancer Awareness Month
• Clergy Appreciation Month
• Computer Learning Month
• Cookie Month
• Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• Eat Country Ham Month
• International Drum Month
• Lupus Awareness Month
• National Diabetes Month
• National Pizza Month
• National Vegetarian Month
• National Popcorn Popping Month
• Sarcastic Month
• Seafood Month
Weekly Celebrations:
• Week 1 Get Organized Week
• Week 1 Customer Service Week
• Week 2 Fire Prevention Week
• Week 2 Pet Peeve Week
• Week 3 Pastoral Care Week
Source: Holiday Insights - October
I may get into more detail on some of these because some of them are very important to me and some of them are just plain fun. But, for now, just think about these, and if you decide to blog on any of them, feel free to post a link in the comments section of this post.
Happy October!!
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Fabulous Fall Festival
Need something to do the weekend?? Come visit me at the Fabulous Fall Festival! This was so much fun last year, I am really excited for it. There are pony rides, games, rides and face painting for the kiddies, great vendors and of course, food!
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2009
Time: 10:00am - 4:30pm
Location: Graydon Parking Lot
Street: Corner of Van Dien & Northern Pkwy
City/Town: Ridgewood, NJ
Check out the event page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=139384722121&index=1
And while you are there, become a fan of my page for updates and special sales! - http://artist.to/madebymelissa/
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2009
Time: 10:00am - 4:30pm
Location: Graydon Parking Lot
Street: Corner of Van Dien & Northern Pkwy
City/Town: Ridgewood, NJ
Check out the event page on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=139384722121&index=1
And while you are there, become a fan of my page for updates and special sales! - http://artist.to/madebymelissa/
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