Striped Whimsy {Baby Shower}

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Cindy and Keith asked me to create a unique invitation for their upcoming co-ed baby shower.  They wanted something whimsical that included some elements of their crib bedding theme.

I had never heard of a "Peek-A-Boo" shower until Cindy mentioned it, and had fun hiding that element in the main invitation.  The couple also wanted to include a "Raffle Ticket" to let the guests know about something fun in store for them.

The invitations turned out great, printed on pearlescent cardstock that added that girly touch to it all. I had lots of fun creating these special details for Cindy and Keith, and cannot wait to meet their precious little girl!

March Madness {Etsy Shop}

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Celebrating March and all of it's "Madness" with a HUGE Sales Event in the Etsy Shop. From March 4th - 31st EVERY ITEM in the Etsy Shop is 50% off. All items including complete collections, seasonal and customized items will be 1/2 off their regular price. This is the perfect time to purchase your collection for future use (I can hold your order and customize when you are ready). No coupon codes are necessary, the discounts are already reflected in the listing price.
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Owl You Need Is Love {Holidays}

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I've been spending a great deal of time in this new year making memories with my lil man.  Every holiday brings with it a celebration at K's preschool, and I usually volunteer to bring in an item.  This time I was set on bringing in cupcakes and having my favorite 3 year old help with the baking.  It would be our first kitchen project together and add one for the mommy and son memory bank.

He just loved helping mommy, asking about every ingredient as it went into the bowl.  Oh, and the smile as he helped me stir and mix them all together by hand - I'll never forget it!

While we waited for the first batch to bake, he helped me make a banner with a heart for every person he holds dear. Mommy did the writing but K told me every person's real name (as opposed to their nick names). Then he gave the final placement approval as I hung the banner (the kid is definitely mine).

In the end he was very proud and couldn't wait for it to be the next day so he could eat one of the cupcakes he made.  When we entered the classroom, he just had to tell everyone that he made them.  Loved seeing him light up like that!

We used the Owl Valentine Printable Party Squares (available in the Etsy Shop) to make the cupcake toppers.  My lil man loved them so much, he brought his home after he was done eating his cupcake :)

Mini Thanksgiving {Holidays}

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I have tons to be thankful for: my adorable, charismatic, and loving son; my dependable and fun sisters who make me laugh when I need to and stand by my every decision; my awesome neighbors who keep me sane on a daily basis; the list goes on and on!  I'm looking forward to celebrating with them all throughout this Thanksgiving weekend.  The cooking has already commenced in my home, and the smell is glorious!

Tomorrow is my lil man's Thanksgiving Feast at preschool.  I volunteered to make a treat and decided on Mini Pumpkin Pies.  They turned out sooo much cuter than I had imagined:

When I saw this idea on Pinterest I knew I had to do it for the lil ones.  I used my go to filling recipe by Martha Stewart and they taste amazing! Of course I made extras for this week's Family Thanksgiving Dinner, just hope they make it that long!  I'm not sure if I can resist such a cute and tasty dessert at my fingertips :)

The Polka Dot sign I used in the picture above, is a part of the Owl Thanksgiving Printable Collection available in the Etsy Shop.  A simple and pretty way to dress up your family's feast :)

Wishing you and yours a happy and safe Thanksgiving Day!

We have a winner! - New Jersey Etsians {Giveaway Results}

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Thank you to everyone who participated and got to know our shops and artists over the course of this exciting Giveaway. The luck winner is number 8

Congratulations to Kimberly W., who wins the Etsy Shop Credits to all 11 sellers!  Enjoy selecting your favorite treasures from all of the lovely artists involved.

New Jersey Etsians {Giveaways}

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If you love browsing Etsy and often think: "My little girl/boy would love that!" or "That piece would be perfect for my wall!" or "Ooooooh, I want those earrings!" - keep reading to learn how you can get your hands on some of the awesome creations you see everyday.


Recently, I joined a team on Etsy: New Jersey Etsians
The team's goal is "to support and promote each other, and help each other grow as an artist." I have felt so welcomed in their environment of friendly and talented creators. After just a few weeks, I have seen them create and suggest ways to exhibit their crafts effectively. There is a genuine feeling of support on the discussion boards, which I absolutely adore!

Name Charm Bracelet - Jamie's Precious Metal Jewels

So, by now you may be asking: "Who are these caring and creative individuals?"
An eclectic group, with many varieties of art including clothing, jewelry, accessories, home decor, wall art, and stationery (just to name a few). There's something for everyone's taste, and you won't be disappointed in the slightest way with any seller or their products.

Art Giclee Print - Mary Ann Farley Art Creations

Give me details!!! I know, you're wondering about the Giveaway part.
Some of the team members have joined together to offer a total of $125.00 in credits to use exclusively at their Etsy Shops. With the Holiday Season upon us, this a wonderful opportunity to share some handmade items or rare pieces with your family and friends (and maybe get a thing or two for yourself :) ).

Eco Shoe Bag - MsVeronicas

Here's all of the participating shops and their credit amount:
CreatedwithLovexoxo $10.00
David Met Grace $10.00
EM Printables $10.00
Jamie's Precious Metal Jewels $10.00
Lil Threadz $10.00
Mary Ann Farley Art Creations $10.00
MsVeronicas $10.00
Party Sparkler $10.00
Quilted Hugs Bibs $10.00
Shadowboxer, Ink $10.00
La Classique' Bonita $25.00

Boys Cardigan Sweater - Lil Threadz

How do I enter?
It's super simple, and must be done for EVERY shop participating in the giveaway:
1. Visit the shop using link provided, (Don't forget to take in all of the sites while you're there) and click on the Facebook "Like" button to become a fan of the shop's Facebook page.
2. Once you have completed this for EVERY shop participating in the giveaway, come here and post ONE comment saying you’ve done so to enter yourself in the giveaway.
EASY PEASY!

Puau Shell Bracelet - La Classique' Bonita

The giveaway ends on Friday, November 18th, 2011 at 10:00 PM Eastern Time. Have LOTS of fun with this and share it with your friends on Facebook so they don't miss out on this great prize!

Note: Credits are limited to one-time use and expire after one year. Credits will be given in the form of a custom listing reflecting the retail value of the item less the specified credit amount (Please contact the shop owner before purchase to arrange custom listing). Credits are non-transferable and cannot be used by anyone other than the giveaway winner.

Pink for the Cause {Treasury}

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I'm sure this won't be the only Treasury inspired by the color Pink.  However, it was inspired this time by October's Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  The Susan G. Komen Foundation is something a friend of mine fought hard to bring awareness to during her 14 month battle.  I do whatever I can to help spread the word about this outstanding organization.  I'm proud to wear pink and display it in anyway possible all year round.

Here's just a few pink items that caught my eye the other day:

Pink for the Cause Treasury