In Celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Etsy Finds

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I am a strong supporter of all things handmade, and these items hold a special spot in my heart. Below are just a few one-of-a-kind items that are made by the hands of very talented women that are celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness month that I'd like to share with you. Feel free to click on the pictures or the links below to find more information about the products and to purchase them.

Fight Like A Girl Brag Bag by aquinagt

Engraved Stone by designerengravings

Crystal T-Shirt BaDaBling

Greeting Cards by MrsMac05

Sterling Silver Necklace by beadznthingz

Survivor Necklace by ConFused

Pink Party Printable Download PDF paperandcake

Pink Ribbon Watch by SS10001

Pink Ribbon Earings by SKWDCreations

Charm Necklace by onelifejewelry

Beaded Bracelet by mompotter

Cell Phone Charm by lariescreations

THE FAMOUS OPRAH VIDEO

I Got A Feeling

I am not a YouTube person, but this week has definately been a fun week coming into contact with a few video's that have been posted there. After seeing this video with The Black Eyed Peas and Fergie on Oprah, I couldn't resist posting it here. I was AMAZED at the audience! TOTALLY AMAZED! All of it started with just one girl....

Fast Forward up to the 1 minute mark if you'd like to jump start the video. Otherwise, grab a cup of java, sit back, and enjoy the largest cooperative block party ever right here in Chicago. You might just be as amazed as I was. Feel free to share this video with your friends.

Name your price! And donate to charity!

Make Your Own Sale &
Give Me Your Best Offer!

All proceeds are going to the following charities:
St. Jude Hospitals
Shriners Hospitals
Make a Wish Foundation

It's time to organize my art studio and sell my inventory. What better way to do this than to donate the proceeds to organizations that are close to my heart. The below items are ready to ship so there is no waiting period, and are currently up to 30% Off! Not good enough?

Then feel free to give me your best offer!

For more information, pictures, or to purchase, just click on any picture or link below. To see all of my items that are ready to ship click here. Many items are up to 80% off of their original prices. I'm always adding to this section of my website so be sure to take a peek often. Contact Me.

Kaitlyn Personalized Jungle Luv
Hanging Canvas Name Letters ~ Ready to Ship

Normally Sells for $139.99

This set of Kaitlyn letters has been carefully hand painted in the Lambs & Ivy Jungle Luv theme. They are simply scrumptious! The se comes as shown with the pink hangers/bows to hang the letters with and coordinating had painted pink nail covers. Each canvas panel measures 6”x8” (not including the hanger/bow area), and when hung on the wall takes a nice amount of space. Perfect for above a baby crib or anywhere in the room. My pictures below did not turn out so well, so if you would like me to send some to you, please let me know and I'd be happy to do so. This set comes as is, no changes can be made. Available for immediate delivery.
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Kaylee Personalized Hanging Canvas Name Wall Letters

Right now they only have the background and the name,

and are ready for the final touches.

I can paint any theme on this set to match your room perfectly!
Normally Sells for $119.94

This set of hanging canvas letters is almost complete! All you need to add is a theme to go with the name. Faries? Garden Butterflies? Princess? You name it! There are many ideas that you can do with this set that would complete any room. Take a peek at my Canvas Letter Section to get ideas should you want some additional inspiration. The name Kaylee has already been painted on the canvases with beautiful green grass and dreamy pink sky.

Each canvas measures 6"x8" and comes ready to hang with ribbon hangers/bows, and hand painted pink nail covers.
Please allow ONE week to paint the additional detail of your choosing.
The background colors and name that you see can not be changed.
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One Hand Painted Brooke Owl

Single Wall Plate ~ Ready to Ship
Normally Sells for $24.99

Add the perfect touch to your Pottery Barn Kids Brooke Owl room with this matching single hand painted switch plate! I use only quality wood for my switch plates and cover them with several layers of sealant for added durability and easy cleaning. I have also painted the mounting screws so that you see your artwork, not your hardware. Simply scrumptious!

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What I wouldn't give to go to Tuscany.... It is so beautiful!

I found these pictures of Tuscany, Italy on the internet today. I've always wanted to visit there and now I want to more than ever. It has such an historical charm to it and a lively spirit. Maybe one day I'll be there.....

Peace One Day ~ September 21st ~ Mark Your Calenders

I was so moved by this video. I have shared this with all of my friends, on every medium that I belong to. I will do "something" on Peace Day to make it REAL. Thank you Michael Chiklis so very much for sharing this with me. I have never been more inspired...

I urge everyone to look at this video, it is SO empowering. I also urge you to get involved somehow, with your schools, work establishments, places that you visit...... No matter how much or how little your participation is, it will be a huge leap for Peace.





www.PeaceOneDay.org

Here are some awesome Etsy finds! Enjoy!

Ruffle Seafoam Leaf Print Shoulder Bag

Cotton Crocheted Placemats

Bronzed Tiny Twig Hair Pins

Vintage Cateye Glasses Sunglasses

Pretty Bird Alternative Apparel Long Sleeve VNeck

Beeswax Pillar Candle

What our kids do for us.....

Since there was rain today, we had to pass on the traditional Memorial BBQ so we went out to eat at a steak house {and WOW was it delicious!} We arrived back home just before the sun was going down and my husband couldn't wait to put together his new BBQ that we had purchased earlier in the day. The kids decided that they'd go outside and play since Dan was out there with his BBQ, which was perfect timing as the rain had finally let up. I was at our table painting and catching up on some programs that I had recorded on our DVR when my sweet little Amanda Grace came up to me with these beautiful freshly picked pink and white flowers from our garden. "Mommy, I picked these especially for you. They are as pretty as you are!", gave me a kiss and a hug and ran back outside to finish playing before the sun went completely down. Oh my.... This made my heart melt! It's moments like this that make me appreciate my kids more than ever. When they leave us with small gestures that mean the world to us, they leave precious heart-prints that last a lifetime. Thank you my sweet, sweet Amanda Grace, I love you too.....forever.

Things I Heart....I la'love how creative people can be. It is such a gift.

TheLeatherStore

Brown Leather Laptop Tote

fernanimals

May No.9

littlealouette
Modern Nursery Maple Oval Handle Waldorf Style Wood Teether

Mosey's

dear doves cake topper

StilNovoDesign
The Rocking Green Horse, RECYCLED solid white oak

Amazing finds from Coton

I came across this really interesting Japanese website over the weekend named Coton and la'loved so many things that they offer! I couldn't read any of it, but loved looking at the pictures with the dramatic style, textures, coloring and all that they had to offer. Love them!