For A Pessimist - I'm Pretty Optimistic ;D

Another Weekend Over..

2010-09-26T19:19:00.001-04:00

I can't put down the ipod! Blair put the new Stone Sour cd on it last night & its awesome! I'd say it might be better than their first cd. That's just my opinion..My favorite song by far is "Say You'll Haunt Me". Check out the song & the video?

I did add 2 tanks, i had added them to uniquecharm.net & sold a few but forgot to list them on etsy (i know right, duhh) This weekend has been so busy, when i think i'll have a few minutes to myself my phone rings.Friday night Jenny & I had a girls night in but her boyfriend Wes was there so we let him partake in the festivities.She cooked & i brought a movie. It was "The Backup Plan". Last night Blair had a UFC party, Jenny & I got there early to cook while Wes & Blair played video games. We all had fun, the fight was over really late & everyone was tired & sort of buzzed. I met Jenny at Shelly Lake for a nice stroll around the lake because it was 75* instead of the usually 98*! Our high for next week is 81*, I'm so excited, i'm ready for fall!

Take a peek at the new listings (Already clearanced because fall's coming {eventually})

What to do with Wednesday

2010-09-15T11:44:00.001-04:00

I've got to step out & pick up some anti-virus for my laptop. I don't think it's a good idea to be cruising around the internet without it these days. Although i did run out like 2 months ago, i decided not to push it. I bought some fabric yesterday & i'm a little confused as to what i'm going to use it for. I thought about making makeup bags, & some more zipper pouches. Please be honest. Now that school started is there any need for zipper pouches? I love the diversity of them though, you can use them for pretty much anything..

Blog hops

Hello Tuesday morning!

2010-09-14T11:16:00.001-04:00

I hope everyone is enjoying their Tuesday morning!

Check out these blog hops & make some new friends?

What a Monday..

2010-09-13T21:26:00.002-04:00

I had the day off today (all week actually, i know right!? I'm so excited!) so i went to lunch with my brother. We went to Dominic's NY Pizzeria. SOOOOOO delicious! Best place on the strip i'd say.

We had pizza (yes that's 2 slices for us both), for a small girl i know how to eat ;P

We fed the fish our crust, i'm not sure what kind of fish they were but they were HUGE. Those some little tiny guys in there too. I hope the big ones dont eat them!

I picked him up from work at 5 & we went to Crabtree Valley mall to do some Christmas shopping (yes i said Christmas. Hey, it's right around the corner). We went into a few stores to get some idea's. I use to work at Bath & Body Works up until a month ago & i knew they were getting the new fall scents soon. We strolled by BBW & thats ALL i could smell. So i picked up a few more wallflower wall burners & 2 of the new wallflower bulb scents. I got Spiced Cider & Autum Apple. I plugged the Spiced Cider in when i got home & it smells so good! I love it! Also, if you guys love BBW too...They are 2 for $6

I hope everyone had a great weekend!

Monday Blog hops

Meet Culinarychiqconcepts!

2010-09-11T17:27:00.001-04:00

I was looking for some great fall finds to feature & stumbled across this little shop. These cozy little creations are contacted in Maine by a military wife and culinary student who aspires to open her own comfy lil place someday. Take a look around!!! See her blog here.

Pumpkin Pie candle

Let the creamy spicy scent of pumpkin pie waft through your home! (Pie candles are available unscented upon request) What a great scent!! I LOVE this candle!! It looks so pretty & yummy as well.

Caramel Apple Soy Candle

Tis the season for caramel apples! This 11oz candle is the size and shape of an actual Red Delicious apple with a scent that brings to mind a mouthwatering Autumn treat.

spooky-soy-melts

Halloween is coming and what better way to celebrate than with these adorable little ghosts. Put them out as is or melt them on a tart warmer and watch their little faces change as they move towards puddlehood! These melts are unscented but can be scented to smell like any other candle in this shop upon request. You receive 4 melts!! What a deal!

She's also accepting donations for a sick 8 year old Shih Tzu named Mugsy! Read the entire story HERE. I'll be sending my donation on Monday morning.

I need some perspective...Can i have yours?

2010-09-07T17:21:00.003-04:00

I'm getting back into the swing of handmade things. I was trying to find placess to advertise & showcase my items. I was wondering how everyone else gets there stuff out there? I know blogging is a GREAT way & it helps but other than that, how do you do it? I'd be so grateful if anyone could tell me their little secret. I know posting a different item everyday helps but sometimes i can't do so. I was just wondering. I'm in the process of taking new photo's & coming up with new items. I don't plain to post them all at once just trying to get a few different things rolling. I use my facebook page too but thats full of mostly local friends, how do you guys use this to your advantage as well?

Follow Me Back Tuesday is another day of the week that you can gain more followers and find other great blogs to follow on a weekly basis. Follow Me Back Tuesday is hosted by Survey Junkie, Little Yaya's, Review Retreat and Boobies, Babies & A Blog.
Each week we will choose a random number every week from the blogs linked and add the random blog to the #5 spot to link to the following week.

This weeks guest host for the #5 spot is This week's Guest Host is Nicole from Mama to 3 4 Blessings.

How it Works

Follow the 5 hosts, #1 – 5, ( leave us a comment & we will follow you back- only leave a comment if you follow please ).
Create a blog post about FMBT (you may copy this post if you wish).
Follow as many blogs as you would like ( Leave a comment so they can follow you back).
When you receive a comment from a new follower return the favor & follow them back.

***Please link directly to your Follow Me Back Tuesday Post. Links that lead directly to your personal blog hop will not be accepted and will be deleted.***

New camera & Retaken photo's

2010-09-03T17:38:00.005-04:00

I slept in this morning & it was awesome! I woke up at 930am & felt so refreshed. Today is so pretty i didn't want to sit in the house pouting because i have to work all weekend. I noticed in the Staples flier there was an awesome camera for sale, so i called & found 1 them went to pick it up. It's a 10.0 MegaPixel with 10x optical zoom! It's so awesome & clear! (the photo below of the bundle was taken with my old camera {a kodak})

I'm retaking the old photo's of the items i have listed at UniqueCharm.etsy. You can tell the difference just by looking, even on the LCD of the camera. This camera is so awesome & i love it! The photo below has been retaken with the Canon.

(click HERE for the listing)

New Friends!!

Outside my window

2010-08-31T19:47:00.003-04:00

The sun is starting to go down & i was letting Punkin outside & looked up to see this (the photo above). There are actually 4 of them but 1 started hiding when i was started taking pictures standing on the deck. Here's Punkin! (below)

(He's a beagle, he just looks like a basset. He's a tater)

Follow Me Tuesday!

New Tanks added to Unique Charm!

2010-08-28T18:18:00.002-04:00

I've had a productive day today. I've got a migrain so i wont be attending the Attracting the Fall show tonight. Instead i've spent all day designing & making 2 new tank tops & redid my webpage to get it up & running. I give you the new Unique Charm! I let it go awhile ago but decided to take it back on because not everyone wants an etsy account. This way i can take a few different payment methods (not everyone wants to use paypal) & no 1 has to sign up for an account they might not want. I'm about to go out for the night. I hope everyone's had a great Saturday! Check out the new threads, these are available at UniqueCharm.net

Pink Floral Swirl Tank top

Blue, green, & brown oh my!

Surfin Saturday

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TGIF

2010-08-27T20:34:00.001-04:00

I think im going to take it easy this weekend, im still trying to catch up on things i fell behind on during the week. I just woke up from a 2 hour nap, this week has kicked my ass. As i've said before, I don't like being an adult. I'm thinking about getting what i need to start my new project this weekend but i haven't quiet figured it out yet. I am certain i'm going to get a foot massage & a pedicure tomrrow morning. My feet are hurting so bad. :oP I believe i'm going to Fayettville tomrrow night to see "Attrcting the Fall". They're awfully awesome, my brother will be making the journey with me. 2 hours by myself in a car at night would suck. The ipod helps but i cant see after the sun goes down. Sunday is both my grandad & my cousin's birthday so we'll be picnic side with them this weekend too. I hope everyone has a safe & happy weekend!

Friday Blog Hops

Friday can't come fast enough!

2010-08-26T20:27:00.000-04:00

Hello you guys! I'm so glad it's almost Friday!!!! I need a break from work! A person can only take so much. I dream about power point presentations, book bindings, & Photoshop & Jasc design software! This week has flown by though. Without Ali ( Miss you!) at work it sucks because i'm fairly new & have no idea what the protocol on some of the rules are. Since we're located in Wakefield everyone seems to think they have an advantage because they're business people & sophiciated therefore they have to be right & everything has to be done right then! I think they all think im a magician, that i can magically snap my finger's & their designs will be done. I leave my wond at home when i'm at work. ( sorry! ) *happy dance* it'ss almost friday!

Thursday Blog Hops

It's Almost Friday!

2010-08-25T19:14:00.000-04:00

Today has been 1 of the longest day's it seems like! I got to work at 7:30am & didn't walk out the door until 5:30pm. Everyone went back to school today so you can imagine (some of you have even seen) the chaos. I'm so exhausted. I've stayed up late the past few nights & now it's really catching up to me, so needless to say i cant wait until Friday afternoon at 4pm! "Attracting the Fall" is playing in Fayetteville on Saturday & i've been invited to go, however.Fayetteville is like 2 hours from here!

(More) New Projects are coming soon. I know i've said this a lot, but this time i mean it! It always seems like i never get a chance to finish anything because by the time i start i've already totally commited to something else (then the vicious cycle starts all over). You'll be seeing a lot of new things hanging around UniqueCharm.

~Dont forget the GIVEAWAY!~

Welcome Wednesday 8/25

Welcome to the "Welcome Wednesday" blog hop, hosted by Take It From Me! Welcome Wednesday is a great way to meet new people and learn new things as well as increase your blog followers! So let's have some fun!!

If you want to be a part of Welcome Wednesday, just follow these 5 simple steps:

1. Follow the Welcome Wednesday Host (Take It From Me) as well as the 2 Spotlighted Blogs of the Week. (These will make up the top three slots on the Linky)

2. Link up your blog name and URL with our Linky. (You only need to add your info once for it to be seen on all the blog hops)

3. Grab our Welcome Wednesday button and include it in a post about the event on your blog.

4. Go to as many blogs on the MckLinky as you want and Follow them. Be sure to tell them you are from Welcome Wednesday!

5. Be sure to Follow back any followers you have gained from our Welcome Wednesday event!

------Blog Spotlights of The Week-----

1.) Emily from Family and Life in Las Vegas writes:

Hi, I'm Emily, an east-coast born, mid-western raised girl, who followed my heart west. I am a wife to a pretty amazing man, and we have one Squishy, Silly, & Happy little boy. I am a baby-wearing, cloth diapering, extended breastfeeding, going organic, sleep deprived, stay at home mom who is the ropes as I go. All while trying to figure out how to raise a family in Sin City.

2.) Charlene from Adventures in Mommy Land writes: I'm a stay at home mom of six children ranging in age from 17 - 5. Adventures-In-Mommy-Land is all about big family fun with lots of love, laughter and tons of dirty laundry. I share recipes, kids' crafts and stories about our family life. I also do the occasional review or giveaway. I love following other blogs and learning new things, I am inspired daily by the things I read.

What's neat about our Blog Hop:

-Put the same linky list code on your blog and you'll have the exact same list!

- Your blog visitors can add their blog to your list and it will show up on Everyones lists!

- By adding your blog YOU MAY BE RANDOMLY CHOSEN FOR OUR BLOG SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK!!!!

How's Everyone's Sunday?!

2010-08-22T19:47:00.003-04:00

I had off today from work but it was to pretty to stay inside all day. I was looking at my bookshelf last night & noticed my copies of "Sex, Murder and a Double Latte" & "Obsession, Deceit and Really Dark Chocolate" are gone. So i got on Barnes & Noble.com to see if i could find new copies of my favorite books. I haven't looked for any new books to read lately & i think i need more books. I love the mystery & thriller books. I noticed Kyra Davis has a few more books. I woke up & went to Barnes & Noble & found the books. They seem like they'd be good. I'll keep you posted. I also got a hangman book that is epically awesome! It has letters A-Z & silver scratch off's under the letters & the hangman outline on the other. You scratch off the silver under said letter & if theres any letters that match in the phrase it'll have the number's to put the letters but if not ya get a big fat "X".

How is everyone's Sunday?

Project Night Night

2010-08-20T22:08:00.002-04:00

I was doing some blog hopping before bedtime last night & came across mommies2cents, she had a post about something called "Project Night Night". The name intrigued me so i started reading & I've decided to send some newly purchased items to help! Here is the run down of "Project Night Night" (for more info go HERE).

The bag donated

Donate Stuffed Animals, Baby Blankets, and Children's Books
Project Night Night donates over 25,000 Night Night Packages each year, free of charge, to
homeless children who need our childhood essentials to feel secure, cozy, ready to learn, and
significant. Each Night Night Package contains a new security blanket, an age-appropriate
children's book, and a stuffed animal -- all nestled inside of a new canvas tote bag. By providing
objects of reliable comfort, Project Night Night reduces trauma and advances the emotional and
cognitive well-being of the children we serve.

Every child who receives one of our Night Night Packages leaves the shelter owning a book which
encourages reading and family bonding, a security blanket which can be cuddled, and a stuffed
animal which can become a cherished friend. We have one objective – to deliver our Night Night
Packages to every homeless child in the country who needs one.

You can click your state HERE & see the shelter's that are being served in your state. You can also donate $20 to help a child on the waiting list to receive a bag.

Make a child happy?

Fantastic blog hops! Take a peek!

Take a peek!

Pillow pals, Cupcakes & Ipods!

2010-08-18T21:34:00.001-04:00

I want a pillow pet!! I know you've seen these cute & fluffy little creations. I want the penguin, He's adorable! I've been so busy the past few weeks, by the time i get home i cant wait to go to bed. Ali ( our lead ) had a cortisone shot today because she has a herniated disc in her back. ( Get better soon Ali! ) I wanted to get in on the cupcake challenge ( hosted by Hoosier Homemade ) next tuesday ( who doesn't love cupcakes?! ) but i think i'll have to work 8-4 so by the time i get home it'll be 7pm before my cupcakes are done. :o( I might make them on Monday night & do the post Tuesday afternoon. Anyone else watch the cupcake wars? It comes on the food network every Tuesday night. You should get into it, if ya like cakes & challenges. They have all kinds of weird ( but delicious )ingredients on the fly. These people do have talent.

Im a little upset, I've had my ipod touch for about 6 months & the past few days ive taken it off the charger into my purse & to work. ( no good readio on in the morning & i hate commericals ) By the time i get off work & im ready to jam out...it's dead! Has anyone else had this problem? Could it be because we have wifi at work & it's trying to connect all day or is there something bigger?

There's still no entires for the giveaway! To enter go HERE. SOMEONE HAS TO WIN! Why not take $20 worth of FREE make up??

Check out these awesome blog hops!

Follow Me Back Tuesday

2010-08-17T17:22:00.001-04:00

Today is the only day i've had off work in a little over a week! I've been a little busy today though, but now it's time to slow down. For the next few ( 2 at least ) days i'll be working 8-4. I gave my giveaway packages to my mom to send off yesterday. She dropped by today & i found them in her car! Now the P.O is closed & i have to work & wont get to it tomrrow either. GAHH!

I was out today so i got some oil ( for the sewing machine ), fabric, zippers, & thread. I plan to calm down & relax. So i'll be doing some crafty sewing in the next few days. It's back to school so i'll be doing some pencil pouches. I'll also be adding a lot of unique & custom designs. It's time to get back into it. I love it & i miss it.

Dont forget about the giveaway!! Click HERE for details.

Follow Me Back Tuesday

Follow Me Back Tuesday is another day of the week that you can gain more followers and find other great blogs to follow on a weekly basis. Follow Me Back Tuesday is hosted by Survey Junkie, Little Yaya's, Review Retreat and Boobies, Babies & A Blog.

Each week we will choose a random number every week from the blogs linked and add the random blog to the #5 spot to link to the following week.

This weeks guest host for the #5 spot is Stephanie from A Day In The Life Of A Grad Student’s Wife.

How it Works

Follow the 5 hosts, #1 – 5, ( leave us a comment & we will follow you back- only leave a comment if you follow please ).
Create a blog post about FMBT (you may copy this post if you wish).
Follow as many blogs as you would like ( Leave a comment so they can follow you back).
When you receive a comment from a new follower return the favor & follow them back.

***Please link directly to your Follow Me Back Tuesday Post. Links that lead directly to your personal blog hop will not be accepted and will be deleted.***

September's giveaway Take 20

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For an entry please click here!

Here's your chance to win a $20 gift certificate for ANY mark product(s)* you'd like. Take a look through my eboutique & tell me what you*d want if you where chosen to win! You can experiment with new products for the first time or get your favorites, it's totally up to you!

* If you go over $20 you are responsible for paying the difference.

Every giveaway has rules, here they are:
1- Leave a comment on this post for 1 entry
2- Do a blog feature on this post & get 2 entries (for each blog post through August 11th)
3- For every $1 order you place (at my eboutique ) get 4 entries!
4- Grab my badge for 2 entries
5- Become a facebook follower & get 4 entries
6 - Follow my blog & get 2 extra entries

For an entry please click here!

Blog hops for Thursday!

WE HAVE A WINNER!

2010-08-11T20:33:00.000-04:00

CONGRATULATIONS CRAZY CANDLE LADY!

She won the August Giveaway!

Don't be sad though, Another giveaway starts 8.12.10 ( that's tomorrow)!!! :P
I'll be adding details before i go to work in the morning. Please stop by & read the rules ( only sometimes are they made to be broken ) & leave your comment, follow me, tweet it, facebook it or do them all for extra chance to win. You'll have to tune in tomorrow to find out what you'll be getting. ( It's worth it! )

I hope everyone has a great night!

Welcome Wednesday!

2010-08-11T08:53:00.003-04:00

HURRY! MY GIVEAWAY ENDS TODAY! Slide over HERE & leave your comment to be entered.

Welcome to the "Welcome Wednesday" blog hop, hosted by Take It From Me! Welcome Wednesday is a great way to meet new people and learn new things as well as increase your blog followers! So let's have some fun!!

If you want to be a part of Welcome Wednesday, just follow these 5 simple steps:

1. Follow the Welcome Wednesday Host (Take It From Me) as well as the 2 Spotlighted Blogs of the Week. (These will make up the top three slots on the Linky)
2. Link up your blog name and URL with our Linky. (You only need to add your info once for it to be seen on all the blog hops)
3. Grab our Welcome Wednesday button and include it in a post about the event on your blog.
4. Go to as many blogs on the MckLinky as you want and Follow them. Be sure to tell them you are from Welcome Wednesday!
5. Be sure to Follow back any followers you have gained from our Welcome Wednesday event!

------Blog Spotlights of The Week-----

1.) Debbie from Lucas's Journey with Sensory Processing Disorder writes: "My name is Debbie, I am a SAHM and live in NJ with my husband and my two beautiful boys sent from heaven, Charlie and Lucas. I started my blog, Lucas's Journey w/SPD, in May because I felt a calling to write about our journey with Lucas. I was overwhelmed by the struggles that we went through getting a proper diagnosis and care for Lucas for the first 18 months of his life. I almost felt as if only one person in the world could read our blog and not have to go through the same thing we did, it would make it all worth it. I've met so many wonderful people since starting our blog and to meet so many different people that SPD has affected it has made my mission even stronger to bring awareness to SPD."

2.) Veronika from Fabulous Daily Deals writes: "Hello I am Veronika and my blog Fabulous Daily Deals was created when I was pregnant with my daughter who is 5 months old now. I knew there had to be a way to get all my baby stuff without paying the shelf price! Now I consider myself a pretty hard core couponer and deal finder! I often have people(especially cashiers) ask where I find coupons and deals and it's nice to have my own site to tell them about!"

What's neat about our Blog Hop:

-Put the same linky list code on your blog and you'll have the exact same list!

- Your blog visitors can add their blog to your list and it will show up on Everyones lists!

- By adding your blog YOU MAY BE RANDOMLY CHOSEN FOR OUR BLOG SPOTLIGHT OF THE WEEK!!!!

**Leave a comment with your blog address and we will follow you back**

RSVP it!

2010-08-08T13:50:00.007-04:00

If you guys have been reading, a few days ago i decided i was going to open another etsy shop. I've got a few business card designs up. I haven;t had a lot of time to work on my new project this week because i've been working so much but they'll be more to come. I'll be adding 125 x 125 graphic badges & 150 x 150 graphic badges next week. If you'd like a custom badge they'll be a listing for that too. If you don't have an etsy account feel free to email me (RSVPGraphicDesign@yahoo.com) to let me know what your looking for. Here are the business cards, what do you guys think?

For the Beaders business card

These cards are designed for the beader's. These are sure to let people know your specialty right out of the gate. The pictures shows strands of hanging beads.
● 100 Premium black & white business cards
● Matte paper*
● Your own font (pick one of your favorites, if i don't have it i'll find it)
● Pick your text color (pick one of your favorites, if i don't have it i'll find it)

*you can upgrade to premium cards for $10.00 more. Just wait for your revised ticket through paypal. Please feel free to convo me for a proof of the card with your info. You'll receive 100 full color business cards on matte premium business card paper.

Bordered scroll business card

This design is sophisticated while still being simple, nothing to punchy just enough.

● 100 Premium black & white business cards
● M atte paper*
● Your own font (pick one of your favorites, if i dont have it i'll find it)
● Pick your text color (pick one of your favorites, if i dont have it i'll find it)

*you can upgrade to premium cards for $10.00 more. Just wait for your revised ticket through paypal.

Please feel free to convo me for a proof of the card with your info. You'll receive 100 black & white business cards on matte premium business card paper.

Antique Vertical Business card

A sophisticated card in color, the colors flow well together & with a popular antique design. ● 100 Premium black & white business cards ● Matte paper* ● Your own font (pick one of your favorites, if i don't have it i'll find it) ● Pick your text color (pick one of your favorites, if i don't have it i'll find it) *you can upgrade to premium cards for $10.00 more. Just wait for your revised ticket through paypal.

Elegant and Colorful Vertical Business card

Add some pop to your shop! These cards are designed to be simple with 2 popular flashy colors. Grab some attention with these little cuties.

● 100 Premium black & white business cards
● Matte paper*
● Your own font (pick one of your favorites, if i don't have it i'll find it)
● Pick your text color (pick one of your favorites, if i don't have it i'll find it)

*you can upgrade to premium cards for $10.00 more. Just wait for your revised ticket through paypal.

Surfin Saturday!

2010-08-07T10:38:00.003-04:00

Welcome to the 5th Surfin' Saturdays hosted by Chubby Cheeks Thinks, Two Monkeys & a Washtub, And Then There Were Four and The Coupon Challenge! Each week we will be surfin' a different social network. You will have to check back every Saturday to see where we will be! One week it may be a facebook hop and then the next an email hop! It will be lots of fun and you will get to meet new people and see old friends as well!

We kindly ask that you follow these simple requests

Follow the hostesses in the first four spots (We will follow you back! Just please leave a comment letting us know that you are following us!)
Please only link up the network that is being hopped that specific week.
No spam please. These will be removed.
It would be wonderful if you are linking up this week if you could add our button to your sidebar or in a post to help spread the word! :) The more people that join, the more fun it will be! (Plus if you add our button to your sidebar you can grab 5 extra entries into any ONE giveaway!)
If someone follows you please feel free to follow them back! If you follow me and leave a comment you are guaranteed a follow back!

This is a new list every Saturday, so please remember to come back and link up!

This week is networked blog but since there is no way to leave a comment on there, please link up your blog homepage and we can follow through there so we can leave a comment on your blog!

Finally, It's Friday!

2010-08-06T08:25:00.008-04:00

Please Read Before Linking Up
Thank you so much for coming today to link up to New Friend Friday. We've had such a GREAT response and we are truly blessed. However, there are a few reminders I want to put out there:

Family Friendly Sites only please. The past few weeks we've had to delete a site or 2 that was inappropriate. I hate to be the blog police but I really want to maintain the integrity of this blog and Tara and I are in agreement on this.
Please link to your home page (example: http://thegirlcreative.blogspot.com). Last week we had over 88 entries that were for parties, crafts, etc. I know this is a common mistake so no worries. :)
Remember to leave meaningful comments on the blog before and after you in the list. That's what this party is about. :) It's not about gaining the most followers or asking people to follow back. It's about visiting at least the blog before and after you (and as many as you want after that) and leaving comments and making friends.

Okay, this is hopefully the last time I have to spend time on this. I'd rather just PARTY!!!!!!!!!!!! ;)

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The Girl Creative and The Trendy Treehouse have officially teamed up to co-host New Friend Fridays! Each week you will have the chance to add a link to your main blog to the ever growing list below. New Friend Fridays is a fun blog hop where it's all about making new bloggy friends and offering meaningful comment support to other bloggers. Whether you add your link to the list at The Girl Creative or The Trendy Treehouse it's all just one great big list.

The Rules are Simple:

Add a link to your main blog
Visit the blog of the person whose name is above and below your name in the list and leave a meaningful comment on their blog.
Visit as many blogs as you can and leave comments telling them you are visiting from New Friend Fridays at The Girl Creative or The Trendy Treehouse.
There is no obligation and no pressure to follow everyone who follows you. Please just follow the blogs that are of interest to you. :)
Family Friendly Blogs ONLY please. Explicit sites will be removed.

If you have any questions or concerns about the rules, please click HERE to read a post that should clarify things a bit.

Grab a button, post it somewhere on your blog and get ready to make some new friends!

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Let's get hopping!

to earn a the #2 spot paste this iFiH badge in your post or on your sidebar.

copy all and paste

Follow.
(follow the hosts, the blog before, and after yours. Comment so they can follow you back)
Spread the word.Feel free to grab the linky code titled "Get the Code Here" from the bottom of this post (on the left hand side), and take the hop straight to your page (for a chance to be featured in the #2 spot copy and paste the iFiH badge to your sidebar or post).
Have fun!This list is new every week so come back each friday for a new hop and new friends.Runs from Thursday 10pm - Friday 10:59pm CSTFamily Friendly Blogs only!
(meaning little to no profanity, no nudity, etc.)
Make sure to check out myCurrent Giveaways

The Fuzzy Noggin Etsy Hat - 8/29
Baby Doll Cloth Diapers Etsy - 9/5
Bouncing Woolies Dryer Balls - 9/5
Coming soon..
EcoMom review/giveaway
mother-ease cloth....and more

The idea behind this blog hop is very simple - click around & show some LOVE (via comments!) to your fellow bloggers! Following is NOT required, the only thing I ask is that you follow the host (me! for now anyways!) and follow the featured blogger in the #2 spot.

To join in on the fun, link up your blog via your own "Where's The Love Friday/Follow Friday" post, & try to visit at least 2 bloggers on the linky & show them where the love is! The linky will be open from Friday-Sunday every week!

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This week I am breaking my own rules & featuring TWO bloggers! Both of these ladies were the FIRST to link up with Where's The Love Friday (even when I started it on a Sunday) & I really enjoy reading their blogs daily!

First up is Kendra Diaries!

Kendra is SUCH a sweet girl with not only one of the cutest little munchkins around, but her blog is by far one of my FAVORITES design wise!

Next up is Southern Reflections!

I have only been following Southern Reflections for a short while, but her blog is seriously one of the most uplifting, positive blogs I have read! I look forward to reading her posts!

Be sure to check out these blogs & follow these ladies - you would be crazy to miss out on what they have to offer! =)

Just a friendly reminder too before you all link up - please keep Where's The Love Friday to blog links only. This is not for giveaways or to promote anything other than your blog itself! I let it slide last week, but if a giveaway is linked up from now on, I will be removing it. Not to be a bitch or anything lol, but there are PLENTY of giveaway linkys out there & that's not my goal with Where's The Love Friday! My goal is simply to share the bloggy love via comments - so if you like that idea, link up your BLOG! =)

Happy Friday Everyone! ♥

Hello and welcome to Friendly Friday Follow... a link-up meme which is hosted every Friday. The plan is to meet many new followers and make new friends each week.

The RULES to join in Friendly Friday Follow are very simple

Grab the button above

Add your link to the list below

Visit as many other blogs as you can

Follow the ones you like (and comment on their blog to say that you are following)

HAVE FUN!





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Welcome to Fun Follow Friday hosted by Simply Stacie and My Wee View. The goal of this hop is to get new Google Friend Connect Followers for your blog and be introduced to new blogs to follow! We wanted to keep it fun and easy so all you have to do is add your blog link and start blog hopping and following away! You aren’t required to write a post for your blog for Fun Follow Friday unless you want to (but we really appreciate it if you do – to help get the word out).

When you visit a blog that you like and want to follow, leave them a comment with your link telling them you are following from the Fun Follow Friday. Of course, we would love for you to follow both hostesses blogs, Simply Stacie and My Wee View, but it isn’t mandatory. If you do follow us, just leave us a comment and we will follow you back.
The main goal is to have fun and follow the blogs that interest you!

There are a few fun things that Fun Follow Fridays does each week:

1. Each week 1 winner will be randomly drawn for the #3 Spot, this week it’s #107 Nebraska Hockey Mom.

2. Each week 1 winner will get Premium ad space for 1 week on both Simply Stacie and My Wee View. To enter, you have to blog about Fun Follow Friday! This week’s winner is Chubby Cheeks Thinks. (You can still participate in Fun Follow Friday without making a blog post about it. However, to participate in this special giveaway, you need to write a post about it)

Happy hopping along!

Welcome to Friday Blog Hop!

Thank you for joining the Friday Blog Hop hosted by myself (Melissa) at Home Grown Families, and Nicole at Mama to 3 Blessings. We invite you to join us every Friday to make more blog friends and to get more blog followers as well as the opportunity to follow other great blogs out there!

How to join in on the fun:

Add your main blog link to our McLinky, follow the hostesses in the first 2 spots (Home Grown Families and Mama to 3 Blessings) and then start blog hopping! This is a great opportunity for you to visit other blogs on the link up and comment on their blogs! Take a few moments to follow their blog! - this is a great way to get to know one another! Please only enter your blog link ONE time and G rated links ONLY please. Home Grown Families and Mama to 3 Blessings are family friendly blogs.

When people comment on your blog please let them know that you are part of Friday Blog Hop then return the favor and follow them back! This way everyone gets blog traffic and followers out of participating! Please feel free to grab our Friday Blog Hop button and add it to your blog and spread the word! The more who link up the the bigger the blog hop!

Please leave a comment if you are following me. It may take me time to get to everyone, but have no fear I will get there!

It's Thursday!

2010-08-05T08:59:00.007-04:00

Welcome to Twitter Hop Thursday, hosted by Simply Stacie, The King's Court IV, Little Yaya's and Review Retreat!

This idea is hosted by Simply Stacie, The King's Court IV, Little Yaya's and Review Retreat. What a cool idea! If your interested show it! Follow the few simple rules at the bottom of this post & your in, simple as that. I've found a lot of really good blogs from just looking & a lot of the blogger friendly spaces. Don't be afraid, get out there & start meeting new blogger buds.
code for blog to see.

Thirsty Thursday Blog Hop

Thirsty for followers?
Come get to know us and stay for a drink.

This blog hop is hosted by
Obviously MARvelous & For The Love Of 4

1. Follow your 2 hostesses: Obviously MArvelous and For The Love of 4
(We both follow back!)
2. Leave a comment below to let me know you're a new follower!
3. Link up your blog on the Linky Below
4. Copy and paste the Thirsty Thursday button in a blog post or on your sidebar
5. Click other links on the Linky and follow some new friends

~Obviously MARvelous~

I'm Marcie (aka MAR) from Obviously MARvelous! My blog offers a look at my life as an outspoken, funny, tattooed wife and SAHM of 3 as well as some wonderful product reviews and giveaways! Please have a look around and enter a giveaway or two!

&

~For The Love Of 4~

I'm Claudia from For The Love Of 4. My blog is filled with funny
stories, loving moments and great reviews.
I am a mother to 4 wonderfully blessed sanity suckers and a wife to my hubs
of 8 years. Stop by take a look and say hello.

Thursday Blog Hop #3

Posted by: bassgiraffe on August 4th, 2010

in Uncategorized

Welcome to Thursday Blog-Hop. The linky will open at 10PM EST. Please pass it along.

Also I’m on a computer this week that is very slow while I’m visiting my in-laws. If you asked me to check out your blog last week please post your link again and I will follow back. I got too overwhelmed with trying to login and sign up for blogs this past week, soooo sorry. Also be on the look out for a giveaway from Mabel Labels!!

THE RULES
1. Please follow the hosting blog- bassgiraffe’s Thoughts and the STAR blog in spot #2.
2. Please visit as many blogs as possible.
3. If someone visits your blog please visit theirs back, but I know that we don’t like all blogs we visit so don’t feel obligated to follow back if you don’t want.
4. Family friendly blogs only, please.
5. You will need to link to your blog post that has the above blog-hop button. Without a post it makes it harder for people to have a proper place to comment and let you know they stopped by.
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Starting this week I am will be featuring one blog from the week before who made a post containing the blog hop button. This is a random draw from here on out. This week I just picked the first blog I can to that I saw my blog hop button was on. Next week’s STAR spot will be chosen Friday Morning via random.org. If the blog chosen does not have a post containing the hop button I will redraw a name. I hope that made sense.

This week’s STAR spot is “Two Children and a Migraine”. Please follow her blog.

Talkative Thursday's Blog Hop - Week 2

Welcome to Talkative Thursday's - Week 2

Talkative Thursday's is hosted by Mommy of One and Lucas Journey with SPD.

RULES:

Follow the blog in the #1 and #2 spot
Grab the Talkative Thursday's button, and make a post on your blog, with the button so new follower's know where to submit comments.
Submit your URL to the linky below, please have it go to your new blog post with the button.
Follow as many blog's as you want!!

You must follow both blogs in order to participate. If your a new follower, you can leave a comment on this post & on the other host's posting letting us know, and we will follow back.

This is a Blog Hop! 18 entries so far... you're next!

Click here to enter

What is a blog hop?
Get the code here...

Welcome Wednesday!

2010-08-04T09:59:00.004-04:00

Welcome to the "Welcome Wednesday" blog hop, hosted by Take It From Me! Welcome Wednesday is a great way to meet new people and learn new things as well as increase your blog followers! So let's have some fun!!

If you want to be a part of Welcome Wednesday, just follow these 5 simple steps:
1. Follow the Welcome Wednesday Host (Take It From Me) as well as the 2 Spotlighted Blogs of the Week. (These will make up the top three slots on the Linky)
2. Link up your blog name and URL with our Linky. (You only need to add your info once for it to be seen on all the blog hops)
3. Grab our Welcome Wednesday button and include it in a post about the event on your blog.
4. Go to as many blogs on the MckLinky as you want and Follow them. Be sure to tell them you are from Welcome Wednesday!
5. Be sure to Follow back any followers you have gained from our Welcome Wednesday event!

Happy Tuesday!

2010-08-03T15:17:00.002-04:00

I have decided i'm going to cook tonight. I wanted something homemade since i've been taking my lunch everyday to work & i usually make it the night before so it sits in the fridge overnight until i eat it the next day, ya can't do that with everything, So today i'm making chicken cordon bleu with long grain rice & a nice salad. Tomorrow i'm thinking about doing some homemade spaghetti & meatballs. My ex's mom taught me how to make spaghetti noodles so why not do it? I love moms chicken cordon bleu & i use her recipe.

I'm toying with the idea of opening a graphic design shop on etsy too. I do it all day at work & i love it. Plus i'd be able to give lower prices than other named brand print companies with the same quality (if not better). Now a days every dollar saved helps in 1 way or another. I'll be offering business cards & 125 x 125 - 150 x 150 pixel badges to start off. I'll also be doing invitations, brochures (both color & black & white), letterheads, & envelopes a little later. I'll also be taking custom order's a little down the road. So please stay tuned. I'll be adding more to Unique Charm as well. I haven't had a lot of time to get out to the craft & bead stores, by the time i get off work i'm exhausted.

How is everyone's week progressing?

Today is also "Follow Me Tuesday" & i wanna follow you!

How was everyone's weekend?

2010-07-25T16:15:00.002-04:00

I feel like it's been forever since i last posted, i haven't had time to do anything but breath & the task at hand the past few days. Candace got married on Friday, YAY!! It was beautiful & it didn't rain as it looked like it would. We had a lot of fun & went out to the reception & ate & danced around. I forgot my camera so all i had was my phone camera. I just have time to do a quick post, but how was every ones weekend?? I wanna know! I feel so outta the loop :(

Here are some photo opts from this weekend!

Candace in her dress ( sorry it's sideways!)

Caitlyn & I playing around waiting for Candace to get dressed

Lauren - 1 of the flower girls. Isn't she adorable?!

Sarah, Me, Caitlyn, & AmberLynn (the other flower girl)
your not seeing double Sarah & Caitlyn are twins too

AUGUST GIVEAWAY ENDS AUGUST 11TH!!! DROP IN & LEAVE YOUR COMMENT FOR AN ENTRY!!
TO ENTER CLICK HERE

GOOD LUCK!

Take a moment for thank you's

2010-07-21T01:45:00.002-04:00

It's after 1:45am & i cant sleep, must be that 2 hour nap i took from 6pm-8pm? I'm finding myself wanting to change speeds the past few days. If im not working im always hanging out with my friends & just doing anything not to be at home. I'm finding im wanting to slow down & stay home a little more. I've also noticed this week i save money when i work a lot (CHA-CHING!). That's probably common sense but im just now figuring this out. I'm not one for a full time job because i hate being in 1 place for SOOO long, but i've taken it upon myself to do more. My parents are getting older & because dad has diabetes, sorosis of the liver, high blood pressure (probably because of me & mom) & a few other problems he's on 16 meds a day. His doctor's advise him not to work so it's all on mom. Dad takes care of the house (& watches Lifetime) while she's working. Mom has a lot on her & she had an aneurysm a few years ago (she stayed in bed for 3 days until we took her to see her neurosurgeon in Chapel Hill. Her doctor did a scan & immediately put her on the table & as soon as he found it, it burst). I've been thinking more about my future & i want my parents around for a very long time (& I'm sure my brother does too). For our (my brother is my twin) past 25yrs they've made sure we had everything we ever wanted / needed with no questions asked. I'm trying to repay them by helping them out a little. Mom has the house payment, the utilities, groceries, car payments, insurance, cell phone bill, & never hesitates when we (kevin or I) ask for help.

On another note, my cousin Candace is getting married after 5 years to Steven! This event will be happening this Friday at 7pm. He asked her at Christmas & they planned it for July 23rd. It seems odd to get married at 7pm on a Friday 3 hours away from the rest of your family but they take a weeks vaca to Emerald Isle every year & they wanted to do it there. They picked Friday so they would have Saturday to be a married couple & enjoy the beach together & alone then come home on Sunday. I'm the maid of honor & i've planned my speech. Which is highly unlikely because i've got stage fright & dont like public speaking! So short & sweet is the answer here. Just a quick "i hope you 2 are happy together forever & i hope we are all here to witness the happiness & joy you 2 bring to each other's lives." after the *clink* of my fork on my (half empty) champagne glass.

(Candace on the left & me o the right)

Join the giveaway goodness!

2010-07-10T09:42:00.005-04:00

Good morning! What a beautiful day outside. I've got a few minutes before i need to hop in the shower & go in search for a lingerie gift for my cousin's party at 2. I'll be adding the 2nd pair of earrings this afternoon too. I just wanted to drop in & remind everyone about the giveaway I'm doing. You can click here or the picture for the link to my new blog.

You'll recieve: mark Snap To It Mini Custom Color Palette, mark Petite Cosmetic Bag, & mark I-Mark Custom Pick Eye Shadow in Lotus

mark Snap To It Mini Custom Color Palette:
Magnetized, mirrored compacts keep your selected I-Mark eye shadows and Good Glowing blushes in one pretty, portable case. Endlessly mix and match colors and combinations. Brush applicators included.
i-mark and good glowing sold separately.

mark Petite Cosmetic Bag:
Show your stripes while you carry around a mega snap to it, hook ups and more (not included).
Outside: printed PC encased in clear PVC
Inside: lined in PVC
7" L (at top) x 2" W x 4 1/2" H.

mark I-Mark Custom Pick Eye Shadow:
New Limited Edition Shades: Lotus and Stellar
Mix and match classic shades of this long-wearing powder along with five new shades previously only available as limited editions to create your own customized color palette. 0.08 oz. net wt.

Every giveaway has rules, here they are:
1- Leave a comment on this post for 1 entry
2- Do a blog feature on this post & get 2 entries (for each blog post through August 11th)
3- For every $10 order you place (at my eboutique) get
4 entries! 4- Grab my badge for 2 entries

i'll be giving away every month to get my new blog as well as the awesome products by Mark out to you guys, the lovely readers! The same rules apply to all the giveaways. The products will be posted the day after the giveaway ends (12th of every month).

On another sweet note: I won!!! Duni did a giveaway & i won. It's awesome, i never win anything lol Check it out!I hope everyone has a great weekend!
(Remember to comment on my other blog & not this 1 for the giveaway)

Hello Elegance!

2010-07-08T14:34:00.003-04:00

Ok, i lied...I relisted the "Elegance in Periwinkle earrings" today! They're so pretty i couldn't help it! I also made myself a pair this time. I made another pair of elegant earrings too but my laptop wont read my camera card so i will have to post those tomorrow when i get home from work.

These earrings are gorgeous! These are sterling silver earrings on sterling silver ear wires. Encrusted with crystallized Swarovski crystals.

Earrings measure 1" x 1"

This pair will come in a organza pouch

On another note, I'm doing a giveaway!! I'll be doing one EVERY month until Christmas. I'm planning to try to do a big one for Christmas. There are a few different ways to get extra credit for the giveaway. I*m excited about it & i know you guys will love it!

Relisting of beautiful things

2010-07-06T10:11:00.005-04:00

My part time job has quickly turned into a full time job. We had a person 1 & 1 soon to be fired so i've been picking up a lot of slack here lately. I PROMISE new stuff will be coming, Like Saturday! I've decided to relist these beauties. I can only find the elements i need for a pair at a time but they'll be regulars in the shop. So keep looking because this weekend they'll be at least 1 pair available. If you'd like to reserve them for yourself (1st come 1st serve type deal) then please shoot me an e-mail at ImJustLeslie@yahoo.com. See what Sewing mom had to say about them.

I'll try to get a few more things up & running for you guys to see this weekend. I'm excited about going to see Dispicable Me Saturday or Sunday. My cousin's having a lingerie party Saturday afternoon because her wedding is the 23rd of this month. So i hope everyone has a great day!

Feature Friday! ♥

2010-07-02T08:51:00.006-04:00

Show some love to these great goodies! This weeks theme is none other than July 4th inspired pieces. July 4th makes everyone smile because of the bright colors & the warmth of family, & because we got our independence.

This is DaydreamBeadlover, She has a lot of excellent pieces just like this 1 in her etsy shop!

These yummies are up for grabs at champagnechocolate. They're homemade red, white, & blue marshmallows! Roast these by a bon fire?
More goodies to feast your eyes upon. LizzieJeans sugar cookies are all dressed up & ready for your party!

I hope everyone has a safe & happy July 4th!

My skin quiz! Whats yours?

2010-06-28T22:11:00.005-04:00

Since the weather is changing i needed to find new skin care products. I took the quiz to see what could help me. I found some awesome goodies! I*ve only used them for 3 days but i can tell my skin likies. I use the "mark Mist Opportunity Multi-tasking Refresher"when i feel like i need a little extra.

Here's my new daily skincare routine

Step 1 Cleanse: mark That's Deep Purifying Gel Cleanser

If you’re a total clean freak then try this super-fresh, soap-free cleanser blended with sugar maple and black willow bark. It goes right to work to banish dirt, oil and other cloggers. Skin feels fresh, fabulous and ready to face the world.
6.7 fl. oz.
• oil-free
• non-comedogenic
• fragrance-free .

Step 2 Perfect: mark Mist Opportunity Multi-tasking Refresher

If your skin needs a pick-me-up and your makeup needs a touch up then try this all-around skin revitalizer pumped with grapefruit, kiwi and lemongrass extracts that delivers a burst of antioxidant benefits to purify, rejuvenate and replenish skin.
6.7 fl. oz.
• oil-free
• non-comedogenic
• fragrance-free

Step 3 mark See Things Clearly Brightening Moisturizer

If you’re getting the blues because your skin has the blahs then try this radiance-boosting moisturizer pumped with brightening lotus flower and a unique citrus blend to highlight the best—and downplay the rest. 1.7 fl. oz.
• oil-free
• non-comedogenic
• fragrance-free

Step 4 mark Go With The Grain Light Exfoliating BeadsVitamin-rich adzuki beans and rice bran - two traditional Japanese exfoliators - blended with corn cob provide mild exfoliation. Container conveniently "hooks up" to the tops of our cleansers. 0.65 oz. net wt.

Meet Mark!

2010-06-26T14:58:00.011-04:00

I signed up to sell Mark earlier this week & I*m so excited! I started selling it a few years ago when the line only consisted of a few lip glosses & eye shadows but now theres a ton of stuff to help you dress up or dress down. There's an awesome line of skin care & endless combo's of make up. I*m waiting on my starter kit & i*m so excited! I decided to showcase some new summer colors & summer must have's.

mark Snap To It Mini Custom Color PaletteMagnetized, mirrored compacts keep your selected I-Mark eye shadows and Good Glowing blushes in one pretty, portable case. Endlessly mix and match colors and combinations. Brush applicators included. (i-mark and good glowing sold separately)

mark I-Mark Custom Pick Eye Shadow

New Limited Edition Shades: Lotus (lavendar) and Stellar (gold)
Mix and match classic shades of this long-wearing powder along with five new shades previously only available as limited editions to create your own customized color palette. 0.08 oz. net wt.

mark Gloss Gorgeous Stay On Lip Stain

Two steps in one quick click of the pen: This innovative lip color goes on like a high-shine gloss, then wears to a rich stain that lasts hours and hours more. Minty fragrance adds a fresh kick. 0.05 oz. net wt.

mark Get A Tint Tinted Moisturizer Lotion SPF 15

A lightweight, oil-free moisturizer with just enough color to even out your skin tone and give the appearance of a healthy glow. The unique skin-balancing formula hydrates while it helps prevent shine in those spots prone to excess oil. 1.6 fl. oz.

Please feel free to leave a comment or e-mail me for a sample of the following.
-mark Break Out Plan Anti-Acne Gel Lotion Sample Cards
Banish blemishes

-mark Calm & Composed Super-Soothing Moisturizer Sample Cards

-mark Citrus Bloom Samples
Like a perfect spring day!

-mark Dew Drenched Moistulicious Lip Color Sample Cards
Nourishes like a lip balm with dewy, long lasting color

-mark Earth Samples
Lush, green and woody. Spread the word about Earth, a lush, beautiful blend of dewy green notes, fresh-cut flowers and warm, tender woods.

-mark Face Xpert Flawless Touch Makeup Samples
Oil-free, lightweight professional coverage formula

-mark Instant Vacation Rio Sample 10-Pack
Playful or Sultry? Let your customers experience the flirty, fruity scent of Rio Bikini and the vibrant, sultry scent of Rio Rhythms.

-mark Jewel Eau de Toilette Samples
Decadent and captivating. Samples of the mark Jewel fragrance. Succulent fruits and sensual Casablanca lily mingle with warm macchiato, liquid caramel and vanilla for a precious scent that's as decadent as it is captivating

-Mini samples of iconic hookup lipgloss. Please look here (insert hookup lipgloss link) to pick from:
Glow Baby Glow shades include: Girly Girl, Bubbles, Smooches and Blow Kisses.
Glow Baby Glow Luxe shades include: Lucky Luxe, Choco Luxe, Flirty Luxe and Petal Luxe. 0.07 oz. net wt.

-mark Powder Buff Natural Skin Foundation Sample Cards
Oil-free, lightweight powder foundation with sheer full coverage

-mark Rebel Rose Samples
Rock your love of everything chic.Rose absolute spiked with pink pepper embraces your wild side while sheer pink musk and a hint of vanilla play up what's pretty.

-mark Sassy Fragrance Samples
Sheer, modern and delicate. Sheer, modern fragrance infused with sparkling black currant and peach skin, delicate yellow jasmine and may rose, and warm musk.

-mark Shade Selector Sample Cards
Take the guesswork out of shade selection.

-mark Skincare Cleanser Sample Pack
Skincare with Superfoods and Superfruits.
Cleanser Sample Pack includes 3 packettes of That's Deep purifying gel cleanser and 3 packettes of Calming Effect comforting milk cleanser. 2 ml each

-mark Sophistique Samples
An unexpected blend of sheer, precious lotus, basmati rice and golden amber wraps you in irresistable warmth while orange blossom and ginger wood add a sophisticated femininity.

Feature Friday (Early Edition)

2010-06-24T21:37:00.006-04:00

I'm doing my Friday feature a little early this week. I want my features to have a day to themselves & I*m debuting them early since i have to work all day Friday. I hand picked these artists because their pieces remind me of summer, from the colors to the elements used. Feast your eyes on these goodies!

Meet JBMDesigns

Meet Ordersupdesigns

Meet Ohlavallee

(Please visit ohlavallee.etsy.com for details on a giveaway on these goodies below)

The longest day of the year

2010-06-21T22:11:00.000-04:00

This has definitely been the longest day of the year, Anyone else feel this way. How has every one's day been? I've been a little busy the past few days with the wedding cake. I used my brother's jeep ( no good on gas! ) to take the wedding cake to the beach on Saturday. So I took him his keys back & chatted with him for a few minutes. I also took some time to drop in the book store while i waited for Rachel to wake up. I found an interesting book called "Toxic Psychiatry". I must admit the brightly colored pills on the front cover intrigued me so i took a look. It seems interesting, but I'm only on page 9. I've got to sign up for my fall classes & I've been thinking a lot about it today. I love pastries & making cakes but I'm also interested in things that include the human body, brain, & medicines. I was also thinking about taking some pharmaceutical classes in case. Pastry class is 2 years & it pays awesome but i cant decide but i need to sign up for classes. I'm going to finish watching the Family Guy & I'm going to bed after i watch "Neighbors From Hell" =o) i love cartoons!

Happy father's day & to new projects

2010-06-20T20:06:00.007-04:00

I hope all the dads (of any kind) had a great Father*s day! I*ve got a sinus infection so I told dad Happy Father*s day & called my granddad where everyone was trying out the new outside kitchen & told him as well.

I*ve had a lot of time to do nothing all day & I have done a lot of nothing. I did finish a project today! TADA! Behold he new vision..These are for sale just not up on ETSY yet. I*ve made a new shop (I*ll disclose the name when i*m ready to start selling) These are available to everyone, if you don’t have an ETSY account then just leave me a comment saying you want more info & I*ll get back to you ASAP. I*ll be adding them to ETSY when I have a few more pair to add to the collection. They*re 100% hand drawn by yours truly. They*re a size 6 ½ Jessica Simpon's with a 4" heel. Although the flash makes them look fire engine red, they are burgundy not red. These will be shipped in a customized shoe box with a free gift.

The Little Black box

2010-06-17T11:17:00.000-04:00

Today is going to be super hot & it*s already pretty steamy out. I*m doing a little research on how to get noticed. I*m thinking the best way to do this is to advertise & put in my 2 cents where I can. I did “The Little Black Box” a few years ago when I was doing my hobbies full time. It was a great idea because I hit a peek. So I*ve decided to add 50 samples to the September box. This should give me enough time to make all my goodies & have some in my shop as well. I*m thinking about making another webpage for those who don’t have an Etsy account. I canceled UniqueCharm.net because I didn’t have a chance to do anything with it. I realized how much I missed doing this so I*ll be going at it until I can’t anymore. Unlike before I think i*ll focus on fun & elegant pieces instead of just the fun. It*s always fun to mix it up a little. I hope everyone is having a great Thursday! It*s time to go off to work.

Elegance in Periwinkle

2010-06-15T12:28:00.007-04:00

I listed these beauties today, I think they’re gorgeous! I made a pair for a bride to wear on her wedding day in a few weeks & she fell in love with them. I’ve heard she hasn’t taken them off yet. They’re my favorite color too, Periwinkle.
(Click HERE to view listing / Click the photo to view full size photo)

I'm so proud of those little guys. I*m till working on some designs for the new project. I went to the craft store yesterday to look around & waist some time & got a ton of new idea's. I*ve gotta figure out if my favorite design is actually do-able. I*ll keep you guys updated. I plan to start on 1 of those designs this Friday. I've got a few days off work to do a wedding cake this weekend. So the new designs will be going into a new shop on etsy but I think to gain attention i'll post them on my blog before they're up for sale. Keep checking in!! ;D

I*m so tired...

2010-06-08T13:17:00.001-04:00

I*m doing some card drops before i take a shower & head to work. Since I*m still doing a little over 25 hours a week at both jobs i dont really have time to do anything else. Yesterday i was in the Cop Center at Staples by myself. I haven*t taken the certifications yet but my manager schduled me because i*m good under pressure & i*m a hands on person. It wasn't so bad, i only got yelled at twice in 5 1/2 hours lol. I tried getting into some bakeries to tie into my pastry classes in the fall but i dont have any experience & they said the wedding cakes i make at home arnt the same as commerical baking. So I*ve resorted to Staples ( once again :] ). I just wamt to save up some money to help pay off these loans I*ll be taking out inthe future.

I am still working on the new project & should have some goodies up & running in a few weeks. I need you guys to help me out a little, I*ve added a poll on the right hand side & i could really use your opinions. I*m going to make some coffee & get ready for work. I hope everyone is having a fun Tuesday!

New Project coming soon

2010-06-02T15:22:00.000-04:00

I*ve got a new project I*m going to start working on here in the next few weeks.I*m getting some designs together so each will be as unique as i can make them. I*m excited about it, I*ve actually picked up a few supplies today.

I*m trying to save money for my pastry chef classes in the fall (student loans suck) so i got my job back at Staples. I*ll be helping the lead in the copy center & I*m also working part time at Bath & Body Works (our semi annual sale starts June 11th!) I*m trying to save money & it*s so hard, anyone else have this problem? I*ve decided to take on another project, if im not at the mall looking at things then i wont want to buy anything.I*m also still doing wedding cakes. I have 1 to be at the beach coming up June 20th. I had a lady call for a consiltation today for sometime in 2 weeks. I love baking & making things, specially when i can put them both together.

New For Tuesday!

2010-06-01T16:12:00.004-04:00

Good afternoon everyone! I*ve added a new piece to the etsy shop, did anyone else add anything new? I wanna see! I always shop through the year for Christmas, birthday, & anniversary gifts. Which reminds me, I need a gift for my cousins wedding shower next month. Anyone got anything? They are a couple that grills out a lot, they have 2 bloodhound dogs that they treat like babies (theyre both in the wedding).
Good afternoon everyone! I*ve added a new piece to the

Beautiful day & Dragonflies

2010-05-31T22:21:00.004-04:00

Today was a beautiful day, i finally got Internet up & running. I think the vaca did me good. I*ve got new idea*s & I*m still working on new designs. I put this little cutie together over the weekend. It*s going to be around for a limited time. It is gorgeous! You*ll make someones day if your looking for a birthday gift or just to treat yourself for under $20.

(click the photo to see the listing)

Since it was pretty outside i planted some flowers around the well house & the tree in the front yard. I*m thinking about working with a local landscaper to help me plot out the layout of the land of the house mom & dad are fixing up in Youngsville. We*re looking for new cabinets for the house & a new vanity.

I hope everyone had a good Memorial Day! How was it?

What a beautiful day

2010-05-29T16:44:00.002-04:00

Although I*d rather be at the beach today isnt a bad day, accoding to the weather it was supposed to rain all day but none has fallen yet. I*m trying to get all my accounts back in order. I miss you guys! For the first few weeks im going to need a little help on content. I*d love for you guys to tell me whar you want to hear about. I*m still crafting a little, as i have 2 part time jobs & I*ll be going back to school in the fall I want to keep this up. I enjoy reading about other people's day. Maybe because i*m nosey?

I*ve also thought about doing a critque? I LOVE to cook & baked. If you guys have a recipe you*d like me to make & comment on please feel free to comment & I*ll get in touch with you. If this little cork is effective & i have more recipe submissons I*ll add my e-mail address so everyone can be descreet if you want to be heard not seen.

Happy Cinco De Mayo!

2010-05-05T18:15:00.003-04:00

I*d like to start off by wishing everyone a happy & safe Cinco De Mayo! I want some maragrita*s & some fajita's. My brother & his girlfriend are going out but i dont want to third wheel it with them. I*ll just smell my "Island Margarita" wallflower ( go to your nearest Bath & Body Works & check it out, you wont be disappointed). I was at work from 11am-5pm today & i love it, although my feet are killing me. I love these cute black, white, & pink converse i got but they*re hell on my feet.

I need a little trouble shooting help if anyone knows the answer. I got an ipod touch yesterday & i had the itunes that was like a year old & for everyone else in the world when you plug i your new ipod it just asks to symc from your old one, not me...I downloaded the newest version of itunes yesterday morning & last night bought the ipod touch. When i plug in the touch it says i need itunes 8.2 or later. lol so my question is....now what?

I listed this little cutie last night as well. This is 1 of 2 of these little zipper pouches I*ll be making. I cant get really good photo*s because since my mom dropped my camera its on its way out. So ive taken them with my blackberry. This fabric is so cute! Theres a lot of room in here too. I*m starting to carry them around to replace everything, specially at the beach last weekend.

(click the photo to be taken the the listing)

FINALLY! I*m back (for good)

2010-05-04T13:18:00.004-04:00

Hello again everyone! I*m back for good this time, i promise. Things have been really slow around here lately. I lost my full time job so i got a part time job at Bath & Body Works (love it!) & I*m still getting everything ready to go back to school. I was going to take summer classes but decided to put that on hold til the fall. I*ll be going full time when i start & i cant wait! I*m going to be a pastry chef. How exciting..

My cousin Chris got married to Heather on Saturday. It was beautiful & on the beach. I think they are the happiest couple I*ve ever seen in my life! They are curently in Aruba for their honeymoon & we pray they make it back safe.
I*ll be doing a feature this week as well so I*m off to find new talents! Whats new with everyone around here? I*d love to hear from you guys!

I'll be back soon!!

2010-01-31T13:43:00.000-05:00

Hello there! It has been awhile huh? I just wanted to let everyone know I'll be adding some new items by the middle of next week. I'm gathering everything together to get up next week. I will be adding a few screen print designs. I'm playing around with screen printing & I love it. As always the items I put up are limited editions, some of the items will be back but some may not. I got rid of UniqueCharm.net. I'm open for advice on new promo's for the shop & help to get back in the swing of things, I'd love any input anyone would like to spare.

*NOTE: My paypal account got hacked so as of right now I'll only be taking personal checks & money orders as forms of payment.
Check out the new Unique Charm!
http://www.uniquecharm.etsy.com

I*m coming back

2009-05-19T22:41:00.000-04:00

I*m sitting here watching the new Dane Cook: isolated incident on comedy centeral & I*m so tired. I was doing a little surfing and i found some awesome new supplies! So there will be new jewelry coming very soon. Jay asked me to make him a necklace so I*ll be doing that on thursday. I dont really make guy jewelry but i do a little for my brother so i thought I*d make Jay one on Thursday. I*m going to be doing a little more elegant jewelry. I*m coming out of my comfort zone & diving in, it doesnt help to be scared all the time right? Please stay tued for updates next week. I*m trying to get everything together to promote & make new things. I*m going to hold off on the zipper pouches for a few weeks. I was looking at new beads & what not & i figured out how much i missed my jewelry making!

I haven't decided if we are going to the beach or not. Everyone still wants to but its supposed to rain & i dont want to camp in the rain ya know. I haven't updated in a few days because i have been spending a lot of time at Jay*s. His little nieces are so precious! I didnt feel good Sunday so Skyler & Jay layed on the couch with me & watched "meet the Robinsons", well Skyler did, jay fell asleep. I woke up beside him this morning & he was so sweet, it was a beautiful morning. :)

I need sleep

2009-05-11T21:42:00.005-04:00

I*m so tired, i didnt really sleep good last night, I*m still getting use to working a "real" job. I didn*t work at Staples today but i did moms errands this morning. She didn*t call me until 12:30! I was relaxing plotting out my day then she called, shes paying me too so i didnt say no. We had our EMS auxiliary meeting again tonight, it went well. Although we dont have a lot of people to cover the Lake Donna even for Saturday {I*m working at staples until 8 because of inventory} so we are still trying to get all that taken care of.

A Day of Latte's

2009-05-08T00:53:00.006-04:00

Today is going to be another long day & again, I*m not sleepy at all. I*m really excited more than anything. I*ve been sitting around thinking about different components & since I*ve got a job now i can get more stuff. MUAHAHA!! :D I find myself pondering in things that would usually scare me away. I*m ready for a change though. I*ve been on the zipper pouch kick because they come in handy, I*ve made myself & friends a bunch, so many that i had to oil my sewing machine. Speaking of zipper pouches, i got around to making one today. I*ll post it later this afternoon when i get home & take photo's. I*m running moms errands again in the morning at 8am while she works, then i have to be at Staples at 10:45am to fill out my paperwork & maybe do a little training. Ryan*s also going to give me my hours for next week, i think i have like 4 days? We went over it a little today when i went in to buy a bubble envelope & to give him the days i needed off :P He said "your not even on payroll until Friday & you come to me wanting 5 days off already?" I just smiled & he shook his head, he knows how i operate. I have the bands coming to Lake Donna on the 16th with the EMS Auxiliary team. Ryan said if he puts me in the copy center it will keep me occupied & since i talk to everyone i can talk them into stuff they dont need {he only half hearted meant that} to improve our monthly quota. Needless to say I*m going to need a venti white chocolate mocha from Starbucks to accomplish all that needs to be done today. Wish me luck!

New zipper pouch just listed

www.UniqueCharm.etsy.com or www.UniqueCharm.net

HEY you there! :P Before you leave, please take the poll? Thank ya!

I need your help

2009-05-07T01:33:00.003-04:00

I am entirely to tired for 1:30am! I didn*t really do anything yesterday during the day. I spent the night with my cousin Candace Tuesday night & i didnt really sleep good, so i made up for it yesterday. I also got 2 new fabrics yesterday & when i got home i remembered i already have 2 other zipper pouches i want to make. I intend on making those today, if i do I*ll post them here.

I*m thinking of doing a giveaway, it wont be for another few weeks. I*ve got to get myself back on a schedule. Until then I*m pretty useless. If i was to give something away, what would you guys want it to be? Since you*d be the ones willing to enter I want it to be something you*d want. It would help me bunches if you*d leave me a comment to let me know.

New listings for all to see!

2009-05-06T12:47:00.006-04:00

I added 2 new zipper pouches today! Check them out. You can visit the etsy listings or go to the website if you dont have an etsy account. Keep a look out for more zipper pouches later this week.

Kitties Have Fun zipper pouch

UniqueCharm.etsy or UniqueCharm.net

Coast to Coast Zipper pouch

UniqueCharm.etsy or UniqueCharm.net

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Everyone gets a FREE gift with your order

On a personal note: IM NO LONGER UNEMPLOYEED! Yup, my old boss called me today asking if i wanted my job back. He said he had a spot open for cashier or the copy center { It*s Staples}. He told me he*d hold off on hiring anyone for the cashier position since i wanted to the Copy Center position & while i was training for the copy center he would give me a few cashier shifts to make some money. :D We went to my cousins house last night & watched "Bride Wars". It was so cute, if you have a chance you should see it.

How has your day been thus far?

Spring Features ♥

2009-05-04T00:03:00.010-04:00

I was wondering around etsy looking for some color now that spring is here & it*s time to come outta the shell. I found some really neat things! I wanted to take a second to share a few of them with you guys. You should check them out, they are so full of color, they will definitely get you out of the winter.

RachelleD

Cloey

Joie De Vivre
RoyalPrincess

DARK PURPLE - R eal ROSE R ING
Come Fly with Me - REAL DRAGON FLY WINGS preserved for life
Jellyb eans

Spring Tags

Sahara Print artbya ngie

Bubblebath Cupcake. Watercolor reproduction print

Original Bear and Balloon Watercolor Painting

Looking through the glass

2009-05-02T23:28:00.006-04:00

I*m going to try to get some things done tomorrow. I*ve been up since 6:30am {couldnt sleep anymore} & i met Candace at 8:30am to be at the Relay for Life at 9 to help paint faces. We had a good time, it was such a pretty day all day. There where a few clouds but nothing to spoil anything & it didnt rain. We also had a birthday party for my naana, whos real birthday isnt until tomorrow. Candace made butterfly cupcakes for the event {Steven helped although he dont wanna admit it}. For those of you who dont know we have 5 sets of twins in our family { the first set starting with my brother & I}. I took a picture of Sarah & Caitlyn doing what they do, do you know who is who? To everyone else it*s so hard for them but if you know them on a personal level they are 2 TOTALLY different people. Candace is 10 years older than them & I am 9 years older so since the day they were born we picked one to help take care of {like Julie & Joanna did with me & Kevin}. She picked Sarah & I picked Caitlyn. Sarah is so much like Candace & Caitlyn is so much like me. Caitlyn is funny, spontaneous, creative, truthful & loud {just like me} Sarah is the medium opposite but she is really funny too. Some things they say & their mom will look at one of us like "i knew you had something to do with that". Caitlyn has no problem speaking her mind but Sarah gives a lot of thought into what she says.
I will do features next week but i just wanted to take a day to recognize my family, they read my blog & they*ve never said anything about it. Things change from day to day & ya never know if that day is going to be your last. I*ve lost 2 best friends, a close friend & an uncle recently. Just make sure your family & friends know how much they mean to you & thank them for what they do for ya.

Yay for fabric!

2009-04-28T17:40:00.004-04:00

I*ve been sitting around the house all day, i need to get all my stuff off my floor & hang my clothes up & get them in my closet. It*s beautiful outside & I*ve had the window open all day, it*s getting hotter though. I*ve been in a fairly creative mood today. I made my first key chain. It*s a snarky smiley face. :P I had to sacrifice a throw pillow to stuff it though. I*ll post the picture when i add his ring.

I pulled out some fabric ive been holding out on forever & I*m going to attempt a new way to make zipper pouches. Mom bought me an awesome sewing machine for Christmas & I*ve been scared to play with it. I did do the few pouches i have listed but it was nerve racking because if i cut my felt it wouldn't fit into the pouch. Today im being adventurous, whats the worst that can happen? I*ll just have to cut a few stitches out. Hopefully these little cuties will make it into the etsy shop & UC.net. I*ll only have 1 kitty pouch though, i made my little cousin a pencil pouch when i got the fabric.

A day of procrastination

2009-04-27T14:04:00.003-04:00

I re listed a few things this morning. I*m going to try to get some sewing done this evening so hopefully I can add those in a day or so. It sucks through because i have to use my cell phone camera, i may have to wait until tomorrow morning to take the photo's. I have been going none stop since i moved & it feels so good to sit down & take a minute to relax. I downloaded a few songs I*ve been wanting & I*m thinking of re doing the playlists on the ipod. I*ve got 500 some odd songs & my ipod only plays the ones it likes. I found this one song by "FM Static" called "Tonight" & i LOVE it! I*m always asking around but if anyone has a song i should take a listen to please feel free to leave it in my comments & I*ll give it a try.

Re lists:

Cupcake Craze Key chain

Its A Piece Of Cake Key chain
Happy Birthday Cupcake Necklace

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Good Morning World!

2009-04-26T10:08:00.001-04:00

I*ve been MIA for awhile & I*ve had time to recharge my batteries. I*m just now getting everything back together because i moved to Wakefield again. Justin & I havent been together since January & I*ve had a lot of time to myself. I*ve learned who i am & I*m so happy now. Justin & I have a mutual agreement that we are better as friends. I*m going to get my blog & everything up & running again. I*ll be doing some features next week too, I*ll also be making some new creations to post next week. I*ve gotta figure out what to do about my camera situation though. I need a new camera card i think, it maybe my laptop that cant find the cards. My laptop wont find my card or Justins card. I could use my cellphone but thats going to be terribile. If anyone knows some way i can tweak it please leave me a comment, it would be so helpful!

My cousin & her boyfriend went to the "Knights of Lights" in Rockingham this week & i told them I*d babysit Daisy & Nine {their doggies} Nine doesnt like anyone but she has warmed up to me the last few weeks, it was cool i let them out this morning & let Daisy in & Nine out for about an hour then went back at 8pm to let them out & feed them & the fish.

I*m back!

2009-04-25T15:03:00.002-04:00

It has been so long! Now I*m back in full swing! I took a break for a little while but now I*m back. I*ve cleared out all the old baggage & have found myself again. I*ll be adding a few new items in a week or so, still trying to get moved into the new house. Check out the website & for the etsy fans check me out here too.

No internet yet.

2008-12-31T13:26:00.003-05:00

Hey you guys. I moved out of the apartment with Justin so i dont have internet yet. I will be back soon. I hope everyone has a happy new year! Roo & I are getting adjusted at my mom & dads. He is getting use to Punkin & Alexis {mom & dads dogs}. Hopefully we will be hearing from the time warner people ASAP. :P

What's What

2008-12-28T21:38:00.001-05:00

Here lately i have noticed i need a break. I know my job isn't stressful or anything of that nature. But i got mad at my sewing machine because the thread kept falling out of the needle while i was trying to sew a pouch together. I think i covered every cuss word in the book { & some ive made up along the way because they add the fine touch to the situation} & the chinchilla was looking at me with an attitude too - so i let him have it as well. I said i was sorry then picked him up and squeezed him. He let me only because i think he was fearing for his life. I just want to be able to go to the beach & hang out for a weekend or a week. Mom & dad's beach house are empty for the next month, maybe i could set up shop there? I*ve also thought about going to the mountains to do some cave searches. A few of my friends went and they said it was awesome. There are people there that hang around and wont let you get lost. I know there is no need to ask Justin because he doesn't have any time off for work & he wouldn't like it. They said it's totally dark & ya have to wear hard hats & head lamps. How cool would that be? AWESOME! There is this 1 cave that has a 70 foot drop. Needless to say you have to ascend down & back up. When Heath went they said they stayed in for 10 hours and the guys that work there came to get them out. Apparently you can only stay in 10 hours then they make you come up for air. All i know is im feeling a little restless. I*m tired of hearing video games & doing the same thing over & over again. I feel myself falling apart & i don't know how to stop it. Do you ever feel that way? What do you do? I made a new zipper pouch last night but i was gone all day so i couldn't get any good photo's. It will make it's debut tomorrow.

Autism Zipper pouch - All proceeds go to Charity!

2008-12-27T11:41:00.005-05:00

I have a few Autism items in my shop & i always give the proceeds to an Autism charity, so i made a zipper pouch to go along with the bracelet i make too. As usual all the proceeds from both of these items will be given to charity.

Autism Zipper pouch

{re listed - only 1 left!}

Pieces Of Me Bracelet

We went to see "The day the word stood still" at the Imax theater last night. It was awesome! If you*ve been thinking of going to see it - you should.

♡ Post Christmas Sale ♡
Take 40% off EVERYTHING in my shop! Prices have not been marked down. Make your purchase & do not pay. I will send you a revised invoice. This offer ends Dec 28th at 12:00 noon!

Take 40% Off - 2 days only!

2008-12-26T14:28:00.003-05:00

Take 40% off EVERYTHING in my shop! Prices have not been marked down. Make your purchase & do not pay. I will send you a revised invoice. This offer ends Dec 27th at 12:00 noon!

Good afternoon! If you guys have been running around catching the deals all over town as i have this morning and are tired of going. Throw on your pj's or lounge wear and save money! Save money in gas and save 40% at Uniquecharm.net & UniqueCharm.etsy.com.

I*ve decided to extend the sale for 2 days! So this sale ends Dec 27th at 12 noon! I hope everyone had a great holiday!

NOTE to all explorer users: You guys using internet explorer be careful! Although I use firefox, i came across a nasty link for Imax theaters. The internet savvy boyfriend said for those using explorer to be careful with what you do & make sure your anti virus is up & running because there is a super super nasty virus that can latch onto your files, email address book, your book marks, & what nots and send itself to your address book & those recipients. so be careful!

Merry Christmas!

2008-12-24T12:58:00.004-05:00

Merry Christmas to everyone! I hope it*s a good one! Santa came early to mom's {maybe this is why i don't have any patience?} I got my sewing machine!!! {YAY!} She showed me how to thread it & do the bobbin. I played around with it before i left last night to bring it home & hehe i must say it is frustrating when you have no idea whats going on. I tried a pouch last night but since it was the first time ever touching a machine i had no idea what i was doing. BUT I did manage to make a CUTE zipper pouch this morning. I*m not going to sell it since the top stitch is a little off {cant tell its hiding in the bend}. I will be making more as soon as i figure out how to do the zippers. See it!

There's a new listing too!

Well, i must get going. I have a few things to pick up for Christmas gifts. How is that for procrastination?

Princess Crown Tattoo Zipper Pouch

2008-12-22T22:44:00.005-05:00

You knew it was only a matter of time. :o) Since I*ve started making these, I*ve made one for myself in every fabric that i have to carry around with me when i don't want to bring my purse. They are convo pieces for sure. So here is the newest!

Princess Crown Tattoo Zipper Pouch

Promo's

♡ FREE Stuff until i reach 175 sales ♡
Everyone I*ll be giving out free gifts until i make it to my 175th sale. I have a goal to have 175 by Jan. 1st! Who wants cool free stuff?

We did the Christmas thing at my Granny's house on Saturday. { i forgot my camera, we were late as always} I had to stop by and scoop up my brother then drive an hour to her house. He has an 80gig ipod {ass :O)} so he has 2,000 some odd songs for us to listen to. lol he has an assortment from Elvis to the Racketteers. I found a few new songs i wanted to get from him & some from way back when. Has anyone ever heard of Apocalyptica? Apacalyptica is a finnish cell metal band. They did a song with Three day's grace's lead singer Adam Gonteir & nailed it! "Their latest single, "I Don't Care" featuring Adam Gontier of Three Days Grace, has landed at #1 on the BDS and Mediabase Active Rock radio charts" Apocalyptica feat. Adam Gontier - Music video {slightly provocative}.

Look who else caught the Christmas Spirit!
Roo is feeling a little festive too.

Good Morning World!

2008-12-21T14:02:00.007-05:00

A new zipper pouch has been added!
{re listed}

I woke up at 9am this morning against my will. Justin's alarm clock went off and i couldn't go back to sleep. I had to go to the grocery store for a few things, everyone knew what was going on. I had femme products, chocolate chip cookies & vanilla ice cream. :o) I*m tired so i may take a little nap in a few but i took a shower & went to Joanne's and got some awesome fabrics, zippers, felt & what not. They are having a 60% off sale, woohoo! I*ll be adding a few new zipper pouches soon. I*m aso waiting on fabric i bought.

Promo's

♡ FREE Stuff until i reach 175 sales ♡
Everyone I*ll be giving out free gifts until i make it to my 175th sale. I have a goal to have 175 by Jan. 1st! Who wants cool free stuff?

♡ Great Steal ♡ {ends Dec 23rd}
Buy any 2 items & take 50% off any item in stock. Promo Code: GreatSteal

The ThreeScrapbookingLadies gave me a Kreativ Blogger Award....Wasn't that nice? Thanks so much ladies!

Here are the rules:

1. The winner may put the logo on their blog.

2. Put a link to the person who sent you the award.

3. Nominate 5 blogs.

4. Provide links to their blogs.

5. Leave a message for your nominees.

Here are our nominees:

1) Michelle

2) Glamourpuss

3) A Goof Witch Too

4) Princess Caitlin

5) Lisa

Head on over to their website and see why we love them so much! Congrats to all of you!!

Falling Into The Season

2008-12-19T19:05:00.003-05:00

I added a new bracelet. It*s the last one left. I sent 3 to consignment & they where all gone within a week. It*s an awesome bracelet.

Falling Into The Season Bracelet

Last night was our birthday & it was a good one. We all met at mom & dads & had a little cookie cake { by a little i mean a lot} had & did the gift exchange then we all relocated to the Olive Garden. We drank 4 1/2 bottles of wine {between the 20 of us, is that bad?} & we all had the best food, we were there for like 3 hours. yummy! Today whoever, hehe I*ve wanted to go back to sleep since 8am this morning when i heard the super Mario theme to wake me up. Last night i had a guy {one of my brother's friends} ask for some kosher eye drops. I was like huh? He said his mom told him when he was younger that eye drops were dolphin tears. I looked at him all funny & was like "why would they be making the dolphins cry?"

My computer has picked a virus from one of the songs i tried to download so Justin is going to be wiping it clean sometime soon. If i am not around that is why, it wont take any longer than a day maybe 2. He is quick because he knows i need it & because he knows he wont be playing video games without me having my laptop.

A Few promo's

♡ FREE Stuff until i reach 175 sales ♡
Everyone I*ll be giving out free gifts until i make it to my 175th sale. I have a goal to have 175 by Jan. 1st! Who wants cool free stuff? only on etsy www.Uniquecharm.etsy.com

♡ Great Steal ♡ {ends Dec 23rd}
Buy any 2 items & take 50% off any item in stock.
Promo Code: GreatSteal

New Zipper pouch & Birthday's

2008-12-16T20:32:00.004-05:00

Since Thursday is my birthday, my birthday wish is to have 175 sales! With this little notion i'm toying with I*ll be giving anyone who makes a purchase a free gift until i reach 175. Me & my twin brother have decided to have a get together at the Olive Garden. Last year we went and we had 30 people show up, needless to say we totally took over the back section. This is a week of birthday's in my family. My cousin Chris had his today & my aunts is tomorrow, with ours on Thursday, & My aunt's daughter's on the 23rd. Yeah...tell me about it...

I added a new zipper pouch too. It*s the last one because i have ran out of fabric. I made myself one when i first got it & everyone loves it! It*s so bright & so crisp, it's one of my favorites. The Fabric is Amy Butler's Lotus collection & the pattern is Tree Peony. It's beautiful.

Lotus Collection Zipper Pouch

Unique Charm Promo's & Sales

♡ Great Steal ♡ {ends Dec 23rd}
Buy any 2 items & take 50% off any item in stock.
Promo Code: GreatSteal

My brain is going to fall out

2008-12-15T12:55:00.002-05:00

Since yesterday my brain has been going a thousand miles a minute. Roomer has it that mom got me a sewing machine. {YAY!} If this is the case {which i think it is because i asked Justin and all he said was "dont buy 1"} I*ll be giving away free gifts with every order starting after new year. I*m also concentrating on jewelry again.I sort of slipped out of it for a little while but now I*m back. I just wanted to test the waters else where. We haven't had a lot of extra money since we*ve been trying to catch up on bills & just live. I woke up when Justin's clock went off at 9:00am {although he did not - he doesnt feel good} & I*ve been looking for beads & anything interesting i can find. I*ve found a few but they werent right for what i want. Can you tell I*m excited? We are supposed to be having dinner with Justin parents and some of their friends tonight but i dont know if we are going to go. Justin doesn't feel good, which sucks because i feel like im going to be aggravating today. :O) I had a few sales over the past few days that require the use of my printer, but the boyfriend broke it. I had him buy a new one while he was buying his laptop so it should be here by Wednesday, sorry for the delay guys. :O(

How was your weekend?

Dont forget this ends tonight at 11:00pm!!
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Nanjo & The Dogz

2008-12-14T13:56:00.003-05:00

I was doing some entrecard drops and i came across Nanjodog's blog. She was showcasing her new clay creation "Benny The Boston Terrier", i was intrigued because he looks so real & he is so adorable so i wanted to see more. I clicked on Benny's link & followed through to Nanjo's shop. She has some of the most amazing works of clay pieces I*ve ever seen. These are so realistic you just want to squeeze them.

Beatrice the Bumble Bee Bead

Frankie the Ferret Pendant

Beagle with Ornament Christmas Ornament

Benny the Boston Terrier and the Bumblebee

The beagle ornament is my favorite, i have a beagle name Punkin. He is so spoiled, but they are so cute! She has a lot of cute pieces. You should take a peek, you may find some new favorites.

Scottie Zipper Pouch

2008-12-13T15:12:00.003-05:00

New listed zipper pouch. I made it this morning while i was watching tv with Justin. The cute pouch measures 5.5" x 7". It is so roomy & so cute!

Scottie Zipper Pouch $10.00

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I*ve gotten a lot done today, i*m so proud of myself. I woke up at 8:30am & cleaned & vacuumed the entire apartment. I rearranged the bedroom too. I need $15 for rent, i have to pay rent on Wednesday {it*s the last day} but i don*t get paid until Thursday. I*m giving a $10 giftcard for every $10 purchase. This offer is only good until Dec 15th. Promo Code: Giftcard

How is your weekend going?

Pink Swirl Scroll Zipper Pouch

2008-12-11T17:22:00.003-05:00

So, when i turned my computer on i got a violation message. Yup...My computer has caught a virus! Blast you Limewire, hehe. So, if you don*t see me for a few days. that is what happened. I can*t wait until tomorrow, i can take a nap when i get home! It*s cold & rainy - has been all day.

I listed another zipper pouch! I have so much fun making these. I*m planning to do another one tonight or tomorrow and have it up by Saturday. Dont forget tonight is the last night to enter my giveaway! The name will be drawn at 12am!!!

(Pink Swirl Scroll Zipper Pouch $10)

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3 New Zipper pouches!

2008-12-10T20:58:00.004-05:00

I finished the pouches last night. We caught upon some Jericho & i sewed & sewed & sewed i couldn't stop. I*ll be adding the music note pouch to etsy today & the other 2 will be on by the end of the week. I*ve heard it is a good idea to list an item a day here in etsy land. I must say the music pouch is my favorite too. I*ll be adding the other 2 to UniqueCharm.net tomorrow I*m super tired tonight.

(Music note zipper pouch $10)(Amy Butler Lotus Zipper pouch $10)

(Pink Swirl Scroll Zipper Pouch $10)

I*m thinking of getting another job. We have lost 2 people this month & i want to know i have something to fall onto a few days a week. Justin is a manager for Staples {thats how we met} & since I*ve wasted a few years of my life at Staples i thought about going back 2 days a week. I worked at the Staples in Wakefield, i loved everyone i worked with they were so funny & my mangers knew when i was having a bad day & they*d find me a replacement & i*d go home to cry it out. :) I miss you guys Ryan! I*d walk around with my shoes off lay around in the mangers office & complain about the choice of the day, etc. I even cussed out another employee once & they fired the other employee. I started at $7 & when i left i was making $9.50. I thought it was pretty good being a cashier {who didnt really do anything, not even what she was told}. There were regular people who come in to buy their office stuff & some just dropped in to chat. When i see those people around they tell me how much they miss me & how big of ass' the people who are there now are. The Staples Justin works at is in Chapel Hill {an hour from here} & they arnt nice at all {I*ve met them}. I dont think my bubbly tude would be welcome. I don*t have the brain mouth filter & i talk a lot {you cant tell though right hehe} :)

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Notta To Do

2008-12-09T18:53:00.000-05:00

I had some things to do this morning. The plan was to wake up when Justin woke up to go to work. That didn't work out as i planed, my head hurt so i curled up in the fetus position until 10:45am. My head still hurts & i just woke up from another nap. I didn't get a chance to sew on the zippers to my pouches today so I*m going to try to get them done tonight. I had to go to Justins bank which is an hour from where we live and i had to pass right by Joann's. I hadn't been in a while so i dropped in & they*re having a sale! I only had $10 with me but i got zippers & fabric & some felt, i spent $9.72. :) I found some cute new fabrics so i wanna go back some time this week. We shall see. Thanks everyone for the promotional help. I got the pink fabric in the last pouch on ebay. I thought it was so cool so i had to snag it. It*s a magenta & a light pink almost white but not really. I*m going to let Roo out & start on my pouches & wait for Justin to get home. How has everyone's day been?

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Another sneak peek!

2008-12-08T21:11:00.002-05:00

Justin is closing tonight so he wont be home until 11pm so I*ve got loads of time to kill. I have made 3 new zipper pouches. I don*t have anymore zippers so i have to grab those before i head to the bank tomorrow morning. I*m happy the way the Care Bear zipper turned out. It was my first try, i didnt even have to cut any threads. I got my hot chocolate & was trying to find something to do. I saw my bag of fabrics & felt so i starting digging & i found some useful pieces.Here is a sneak peek of what i made with them! They will be in the shop & on the site either tomorrow or by the end of the week. These photo's are not the best by far because its dark outside. So i will be retaking the photo's before i list these beauties.

I*m trying to figure out how to promote my website. I have an etsy site but the people of etsy keep that seen, so i just want to get my website out there for everyone to see. Does anyone have any thoughts on what i can do? It would be cheaper for me to keep it than to pay etsy fee's.

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New Zipper Pouch!

2008-12-07T13:04:00.004-05:00

This week just wont slow down. Yesterday was Justin's 24th birthday so we ate dinner at his parents, did the gift thing, then went to a movie that was followed by cake & ice cream. I was a little tired so i didnt notice i shoved a forkful of coconut into my mouth. I was talking so i wasnt paying attention to what i was eatting. I*m allergic to coconut & i started feeling it on the way home. I*m glad we left when we did. It made me sick so it all came up but i felt worse after that. I layed down & forgot to put Roo up so when Justin came to bed at 3am this morning Rupert was asleep laying beside my head on my pillow. He is so sweet at times, I love his fuzzy butt. I had a little time last night so i made a new zipper pouch! My first time ever using zippers, i think i did good? I love Care Bears so the fabric was a must. What do ya think? How has everyone's day been thus far? If you don't have an etsy account you can swing by www.UniqueCharm.net.

Care Bear Zipper Pouch

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I got tagged by Caiti
Now I must list 15 things I'm not afraid to admit.

1) I try not to judge people, but sometimes they just scream for it.

2) I*m a little insucure.

3) If you don*t know me personally you may think I*m a bitch. {I*m not really - SO get to know me :D }

4) I already have a name picked out for my unborn baby girl. {buahaha - she will take over the world one day}

5) I like to make people happy. {doesn't always happen because people love to whine heh}

6) I play bass & dabble with drums. I like to make lots noise.

7) I*m never seen without my ipod.

8) I bob my head, humb & dance around when i listen to my ipod. {whever i am}

9) I like to think in all my choas i have some things figured out.

10) I like to be busy, i hate sitting around doing nothing.

11) For my 19th bday i went sky diving & i had to pee so bad!

12) I LOVE music & i love finding new bands. If you have any to add please leave me a comment!

13) I love & treat Rupert {aka Roo (the chinchilla)} like he is my child.

14) I love green tea with citrus

15) I love my job, its not like work more like hanging out with my mom & starting new friendships with the people we meet.

inherit one of these as your own.

2008-12-05T20:50:00.004-05:00

I was rummaging around in the pounce section a few days ago & i ran across this shop. She has added a lot of new items! She has really neat jewelry. I thought you guys might like what shes creating.

1.) What is your name?
Angela Elizabeth(after my G’ma) Schmid

2.) Tell us about yourself.
Well, I live in Seattle Washington but grew up in a small town in the eastern part of the state (Moses Lake to be exact). I had the typical small town experience of life on the farm, 4-H meetings, county fairs, etc. I have always been a free spirited, adventurous person for the most part so I moved to Seattle for come fashion design school and haven’t looked back since! Currently I am working for Unionbay clothing company (small Juniors co.) and having a great time with it! I love to go to concerts, dance (mainly the robot), go to movies, read(not enough really), and just have fun with great friends. And I can’t forget I also love to spend time with my amazing boyfriend Nicholas and my sweet little kitty cat Sophie.

3.) What is the Url of your store?
www.inherit.etsy.com

4.) How long have you been a crafter?
Crafter… probably since the day I could pick up a pair of scissors. That is what you do for fun in a small town! Through 4-H you do all sorts of little crafts and activities so I was always doing something. Sewing was my main passion but since discovering jewelry that has taken a back seat.

5.) Please list the type of item( s) you sale.
RECLAIMED JEWELRY (necklaces which are my fav, earring, bracelets)!! I find all sorts of awesome second hand, maybe vintage, objects at thrift stores and recreate them into one-of-a-kind pieces by mixing in new elements.

6.) What / Whom inspires you to create?
Every piece that I find has some sort of history or story to it… a personality. That is really where the inspiration starts. History has always been really interesting to me so I think it naturally carries over into my point of view… Of course you have to keep it exciting and new so color and form are also big inspirations. Part of my day job is to stay on top of trends and popular culture so I am always researching new areas of inspiration.

7.) Why did you choose to create the items you make?
Because I kept buying interesting and pretty things at thrift stores and didn’t know what to do with them! And I have always made jewelry as a hobby so they naturally carried over as a creative outlet. It is funny since I design clothes for a living you would think that would be my outlet but in today’s industry you don’t get to work with your hands and you are always limited by what your customers (not you) want. I sit a computer all day at work for the most part so this is a way for me to get in touch with my handmade roots if you will.

8.) When did you start your store/selling the things you make?
I started selling to my work friends a couple years ago but I just opened my Etsy store!

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Journey To The Center Of The Earth

Atomic Bomb

Free time is exhausting

2008-12-02T22:19:00.006-05:00

I have a ton of free time now that i have no extra money to spend on my crafty little hobby. I*ll be adding a bunch of new things after New Years though. I have to be restricted for the month because of the ticket i still have to pay. I*m the one who pays rent & Justin pays everything else, i have a slightly bigger half than he does though. I actually made dinner tonight! I*m embarrassed to say..tonight was the first night ive ever made chicken! I baked it, i*m finding since I*m not working as much and eating all the junk food i*m eating - it may start catching up soon.
Mom got me a MAC makeup kit forever ago & i have yet to break into it. I*m not really much for a lot of make up, i only wear mascara & eye liner. I was last night so i decided to visit youtube for a eye make up tut {sad - i know} & found a cool one. It*s the one for "smokey" eyes. I thought it looked good considering i had no make up brushes to use { i used them as paint brushes} I took a photo but it only shows it a little. As everyone can tell by now, I*m not the best photo takerer.

I was thinking about it today & i want to go to the gym. We have one in our apartment complex that is HUGE but my mom or Justin doesn't want me going by myself. {if anyone got me, they wouldn't keep me long, my brother says im aggravating. PFF!} There's a sub division in Wakefield that Justin & I lived in when we first moved in with each other that I*m thinking of treking. We know a lot of people from there & there are a lot of cars always crusing through, plus I*ll have my big stick. :O)

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Monday is here

2008-12-01T12:54:00.004-05:00

I don't have to work today so Me & Roo are watching James & The Giant Peach. Everyone was talking about it on Thanksgiving & i wanted to watch it. So i got on the trusty netflix account and found it. Justin wont watch it with me because he doesn't like spider's so it*s just me & Roo while he is at work. We have also been watching Jericho. I didn't like it at first but after a few episodes i can't get enough. Once we finish one I*m like another one another one. Now that the characters are drawn & the plot is a little settled i like it. I went to my brother's house yesterday because he got me a SC Myrtle Beach sticker. Since i can't wait to give gifts i gave him his birthday stuff i got home. Other than that, its a pretty regular day. hehe i wont be surprised if i take a nap soon.

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Christmas Is Coming...

2008-11-30T00:03:00.003-05:00

Christmas is 25 days away, are you prepared? I*m holding a cyber sale through Monday. As are a lot of people. I*ve done most of my shopping. I*m meeting my brother tomorrow to get my sticker from Myrtle beach & to give him our birthday stuff. Our birthday isn't until Dec. 18th but i can never wait that long. I get so excited when i give gifts. I got him some Newcastle Beer soap. It is his favorite beer so why not right? I also made him an Avendge sevenfold key chain. Mom asked what he wanted & i told her i had no idea, i don't go off what he wants {because i could careless} so i go by whatever screams *KEVIN*. It hasn't steered me wrong yet. I*ve had one of those days where everything is catching up at once so I*ve been in a BLAH mood today. With us being twins naturally he called about 2pm from the beack asking me if everything was ok, i said it was alright & he said i needed to cheer up because i was bringing him down. haha, i hate when that happens. The last time he was in a bad mood i went from so hyper i dont know what to do with myself to boohoo in no time. So i had to call him & tell him the same. My mom thinks its cool but our friends think it's weird. I haven't noticed until the last few days how much i miss mom & dad's house. I feel so comfortable there - raiding the cabinets & falling asleep on the couch listing to the fireplace crackle. Maybe it's just me in my rough patch but i miss "home".

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Don't forget about my scented cupcake bracelet giveaway!

Goodbye Thanksgiving.

2008-11-28T18:50:00.003-05:00

Thanksgiving was fun, since our family is all scattered its always fun when we get together. I didn't remember to charge my camera batteries so before we got to my Granny's house my batteries died. I picked up my brother on the way to moms house so he tagged along with me all day. He made me a new CD with some of his band's song & some other goodies hes found I*ve never heard. We have both been pretty stressed out so he took it upon himself to buy us tickets to see Saving Abel, Shinedown, Buckcherry, Avenged Sevenfold in Myrtle Beach today. I thought it was awesome of him. However this morning i woke up with a sore throat and a fever. Maybe next time huh? I*m glad he got to go though.

My aunt, {Sherri} Heather, {Chris' fiance} Chris {my cousin}

Aria {my little cousin} & myselfKevin {my brother}Me & Kevin. { Does that face help get the ladies?}

How was everyone else' Thanksgiving? I think i ate to much & it seems like i brought someone else's cold home with me. If you notice Justin isn't in any of these photo's. He decided that he didn't want to go. :(

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