Scarves for Special Olympics

Last year I found out about a great charity called Scarves for Special Olympics. Crafters all over the planet knit or crochet scarves and donate them to the athletes, coaches and family members that participate in the Special Olympics. Sadly, I found out too late to be able to participate. I am ready for this year!! The program has gotten so much attention and so much love that they have expanded and now there are several states participating in the program. New Jersey has requested 1,000 scarves for their participants!! I put in my pledge and already have two completed.



Want to learn more? Want to join in on the fun? Check out their website, Facebook Fan Page and Twitter

Happy Birthday!!

I'd like to wish a very happy birthday to my first born, my baby girl, my puppy Mae! Mae is now four years old! It's hard to believe that we've had her for four years. We got her when she was just 8 weeks old and 8 pounds, now she is 4 years old and 45 pounds!



Here are some Mae approved Etsy items!

Orange Polka Dotted Dog Collar by BigDoggyBling



Puppy Birthday Party Invitations by BBDesigns


Birthday Greetings (dog-themed -- Have a wagnificent day) by PetScribbles



Fleece Tug Dog Toy With Ball-PROCEEDS DONATED TO GREAT DANE RESCUE by RescueMeTugz


Happy Shopping!!
~Melissa~

Team Tuesday - New Hope Beading

It's time for another EtsyNJ Team Tuesday!! This week I'd like to feature Caroline from New Hope Beading. Caroline donates a portion of her proceeds to the Epilepsy Foundation of NJ and in an effort to raise awareness for epilepsy, she is participating in Purple Day on March 26. In honor of Purple Day, Caroline is generously donating 100% of the sale price of these Lavender Jade and Sterling Silver Earrings!



Caroline also has pea pod necklaces in her shop, I love pea pod necklaces!! And what makes hers so cool, is that you can customize them with the birthstones of your little peas!!



I only have one little pea, but I think this necklace would look awesome with my birthstone, my hubby's and that of my little pea!

Please take a look at Caroline's shop, every purchase helps a great cause and when you are done shopping, check out the rest of the Team Tuesday fun!!