Thursday, November 10, 2011

Fun things while I was M.I.A.

You may have noticed I'm a bit M.I.A. and here's why... The changing of seasons is always a rough time, for anyone really, but that combined with me having been too busy and my regular health issues, is making me super tired. Usually I'd continue blogging, but this time I'm just way too foggy.


Though I have a few clear moments a day, I get very little done behind the computer. So most of your emails are waiting for replies and blogposts have been less frequent. I hope I can be back daily, like I always am, soon. Until then here are some great things that have happened:

Clare is busy with an unbelievably cool project! She's making notepaper with incredible drawings she makes of her favorite bloggers. I was so excited to see this one:


It is dead-on! And isn't it the coolest thing you've ever seen?! She's also done an amazing one of Andrea! Speaking of which...

Andrea is having an AmeliƩ Blog Party! I had made some chocolates for the occasion, and if you want to find out how to make them, you should head on over there! If not, you should head on over there too because there are loads of fun things going on!


Also, I received an email from Jill saying I won the Custom Kitty Charm giveaway! Don't worry if you missed it, because they are also available at her Etsy shop The Dapper Toad, which happens to be filled with the most amazing and unique things you have ever seen!

And of course an update will follow when I have received my Misty-miniature in the mail!


So despite feeling exhausted and foggy, you can see lots of things have cheered me up and I am by no means depressed. In fact I am very excited and can't wait to be back more often!

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Owl Things Considered

If you're an Etsy member you probably know you can add people to your circle to keep track of all their activity. However today someone added me, and because of that I found their amazing shop.


Needle felting is one of those hobbies I just have to try one day. And the shop cutelittlething has the loveliest DIY kits!


They have 3 different animals too choose from, and what a hard choice that would be, as both the owl, the hedgehog and the adorable little bunny look so incredibly sweet!


Not only do these kits provide everything you need to get started(material, as well as, I hear, really clear instructions), you'll also help raise money for charity. And they'd make a pretty awesome Christmas gift too! Whether it's as a kit, or as a lovely animal made by you already.

I recommend you check out this shop!

Sunday, November 6, 2011

Giveaway winners!

It's time to announce the winners of the giveaways from the Autumn Party. A lot of people joined it and since there were three giveaways there are three winners today.

Drumroll please...!


The earrings from Chouettes
go to...




The clutch from Structured Chaos
goes to...
Sara




And the notebook
goes to...
Sunny Sweat Pea


Thanks Lily and Lady Pattie for making these awesome prizes available!
And thank you all for joining! If you haven't won, don't worry. I'm sure there will be more giveaways soon.

Reminder of Giveaways!

Remember there are still lots of giveaways you can enter. Don't delay as I'll announce some winners later today!

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by Lily




by Lady Pattie





Cute Autumn Notebook



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Good luck!

Saturday, November 5, 2011

Spotted

I just love stuff with birds. I'm not exactly sure what it is, I just think they are amazing, they have such nice shapes and always have a friendly feel about them. So for today I hunted down the best golden birds for you.

Everytime I see this print I get really excited, isn't it gorgeous?


This brooch is just perfect. I love the smooth and shimmery finish.


Since I did the pottery class last weekend I find I appreciate nice pottery a lot lot more. And this jar really stood out.


These amazing bags come in lots of colors, but this one might just be my favorite.


This print is adorable.


Time for another laser cut piece of plastic jewelry. The shape of this bird is so beautiful and I love how the plastic and the chain match so incredibly well.


It's not that I need any more clothes, but I might just go hunting for a vintage inspired dress like this one. And with 3/4 sleeves? Perfection!


This ring has me speechless.


Everything about this necklace is great. Such a cute and original bird!


It looks like we've found the perfect Autumn art print!


And I would not mind adding this cardigan to my Autumn wardrobe either.


Plans and Goals: November


  • Show you my knitted sweater.
  • Post about all the Japanese stuff.
  • Finally get some film developed.
  • Finish re-doing my desk area.
  • Try out my latest acquisition...more on that later...
  • Read some more Jane Eyre.
  • Learn to make my own chai.
  • Show you some things that came in the mail.
  • Announce the winners of the running giveaways.
  • Do some pretty exciting things on some pretty exciting blogs!

Last month I actually manage to complete all my goals but one. It was such a busy time that I didn't manage to squeeze "bake something" in there. I'm hoping to take things a little easier in November.

What are your goals?

Friday, November 4, 2011

Lovely Movies: Mary and Max

When I read this post on I Just Nod, I really wanted to see the Mary and Max claymation movie. A few days later the dvd happened to catch my eye while I was shopping, needless to say I bought it. And... it was amazing!



{1,2,3}

It's such a great story, both cute and sad. Though it really was amazing, I wouldn't recommend you'd watch it with young kids. As a matter of fact I'm still a bit baffled that I found it in the kids' department as it has a few scenes in it that might shock kids.


This is probably one of the best films I've seen this entire year. It is so refreshing, I have never come across anything like it before. And I love that it's even based on a true story.

Thursday, November 3, 2011

Chouettes is open!

One of my all time favorite Etsy shops, Chouettes, has reopened for a limited time only. If you like handmade jewelry with vintage rhinestones, you will adore this shop!


Also, you can still join in on the giveaway from the Autumn Blog Party, where Lily is offering these super gorgeous earrings to one lucky reader!


Looking back on October

Two years ago today I did my very first blog post! Can you believe that?! Thinking about that made me quite excited, as did looking back on some of October's highlights!


Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Pretty Sculptures: Earl Santaniel

I am smitten with Earl Santaniel's creatures. Found them today and already feel like I need one, especially the octopus below. Though he has some pretty stunning owls too! Check out his DeviantArt, as it's full of these creatures, along with amazing drawings!






All images belong to Earl Santaniel of course!

Tuesday, November 1, 2011

100 Sales!

Guess what? I had my 100th sale today! Though I knew it was coming soon I was still super stoked to find out about it today, a little celebration is in order, right?


So I'm giving you 10% off everything in my shop until the end of the week with the coupon code "MILESTONE100".

Monday, October 31, 2011

It's a wrap!


I hope you've all enjoyed the party. I sure did:) There were quite a number of amazing guest posts and it's making me enjoy this beautiful season more than ever. Thank you all for joining in with posts and comments and for making this such a lovely party.

Below you'll find all the posts categorized for your convenience, be sure to check out the ones you haven't seen yet!

Giveaways!


Well that's all of them. Hope you've enjoyed!

Now let's give these wonderful ladies a round of applause, shall we?

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