A new month means that its time for a new birthstone gift idea list! This month's birthstone is Emerald! So lets get to shopping small with these emerald gift ideas for May! Happy May!!! The other day I had a rather startling realization: we're over 1/3 of the way through 2018! If I've said … [Read more...]
Shop Small: Aquamarine
March is almost here! (yes MARCH!) This year is passing by at lightening speed it seems! I've got several friends with birthday's in March, so I started doing a little shopping! I found some fabulous Aquamarine ideas I just had to share! You know, in case you have some march birthdays you need to … [Read more...]
{Shop Small} Ultra Violet
When Pantone announced their color of the year, Ultra Violet, I was a little ... shall we say... wary? But then I actually LOOKED at the color they choose and I am in LOVE! This blue-ish purple color is so pretty and refreshing! I would love to put some of this color on a wall somewhere... we'll … [Read more...]
{Shop Small} Happy Camper Love
Once upon a time, I was an avid camper. You know... the sleeping bag, in a tent, "roughing it" kind of camper. BUT its been a hot minute... emphasis on the HOT! Ever since moving to Texas, the heat, different timing of the peak camping season, and my serious snake phobia have put a damper on my … [Read more...]
{Shop Small} Summer Favorites
Y'all should know by now that I am a BIG fan of shopping small! If I can't make it myself, then I would much rather support another small business or handmade shop owner, than shop anywhere else! Which summer here, I've got a little summer shopping to do, so I am sharing my summer favorites with you … [Read more...]
Get Organized! {Shop Small}
So... confession time! I'm a hot mess when it comes to household organization! One of my goals for this year is to get organized! So while I was browsing etsy one day, I started a get organized collection of goodies and I wanted to share my favorites with you! *Affiliate links below. Purchasing … [Read more...]
Warm and Cozy Must Haves for January! {shop small}
I'm totally that "always cold" friend that we all have. I NEVER leave my house with out at least one additional layer, and likely a cowl or blanket scarf... even in the summer... and I live in TEXAS. During the coldest months of the year, I am ALL about being warm and cozy and snuggly in soooo many … [Read more...]
Shop Small! – Small Business Saturday
I am a BIG supporter of small business and shopping small. As a small business owner, I believe that we are all stronger and more likely to succeed when we join forces as a community! Supporting other small businesses, through shopping and promotion is my favorite way to show some Shop Small … [Read more...]
“Fall is in the Air” Farmhouse Pillow
I woke up yesterday morning, grabbed the puppy and headed outside to let Bitly and Buffer do their morning biz... And OH MY! Fall is in the Air! FINALLY! And it smells so good! I know what you're thinking... "JENNIFER! Its ALMOST November! Fall has been in the air for weeks!" WELL my not … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Spice Everything {Shop Small}
Oh fall, with all your fabulous smells, cooler weather and pumpkin spice everything, how I love you! Especially the pumpkin spice everything part :D Yes, I am (was)THAT girl, chomping at the bit for my first PSL, busting out my blanket scarves and planning all my fall outfits month in … [Read more...]
National Teddy Bear Day!
Did you know that tomorrow is National Teddy Bear Day? I had no idea until last week, but this particular National Day has me all kinds of excited! Photo courtesy of Sandy A La Mode You see, I am a bear maker. I have a studio I often refer to as "The Patchery" its not the only thing I make in my … [Read more...]
Home Sweet Farmhouse Pillow
Every once in a while I'll see am image or quote that instantly gets my creative juices flowing! The idea behind this Home Sweet Farmhouse Pillow was just such an instant :) And of course, I immediately put aside EVERY OTHER thing on my to do and to make list, and got right to work on this new … [Read more...]
