March already!

Wow!  What happened to February?  I know it's a short month, but what gives?  I think that since Christmas I have been in slow motion.
I am in a crafting slump.  I have ideas but I just don't have the energy to accomplish anything.  Maybe I just need to push through.  Prayers would be helpful.  I think I over did it the latter part of last year and I am having a hard time recovering.  I vow that this year I will not do that.
Looking at the craft schedule for this year, I am determined to streamline my set up time and the work it takes to get things displayed.  There is a better way and I Shall find it.
I have been doing some work on my photography and it is getting better.  These items have been listed today on Etsy:

The wall hanging is hand quilted and at $35 is so pretty in pinks and purples for the Spring season. It is a deisgn by Sindy Rodenmayer and I just love it!
The book is an upcycled Reader's Digest Condensed Book. At $8 it's a great gift.  So unique!  It is an original design hand painted in acrylics by little ole me!

My prayers are going out today for all the people affected by the storms west of us here in Virginia.  It's a devistating thing and I know it is hard to cope.  But, God is good, all the time and I trust that he will comfort where it is needed.
God Bless,
~Pat~

All my blogger friends are invited to visit my Etsy shop to see all the newest items listed.  My very dear friend, Carly Burke helped me improve my product photography today, and I would like to express my gratitude to her for all the great tips.  I learned a lot and as always very much enjoyed her visit. 
I urge you to also visit her Etsy shop:http://www.etsy.com/shop/MountainLightJewelry
You will love all of her creative copper jewelry.

This zippered pouch was added to my Etsy shop today.  You can check it out here:http://www.etsy.com/listing/93693327/fabric-zipper-pouch?ref=ss_listing

I really enjoyed my day with Carly and she gave me a lot of 'homework' to do.  Now if I can just remember all that she taught me.


Hope everyone is well and happy!
Blessings,
Pat

Happy Valentines Day!

Happy Valentines Day to all my fellow bloggers and friends!  Hope it's a flower, balloons, and chocolate kind of day!

Blessings!
~Pat~

New Listings on Etsy!

I just listed this beautiful, colorful, twin size quilt on Etsy this morning.

I love the colors in this quilt. They just make me happy!

I'm busy with some Spring and Easter projects and I have one Christmas tree skirt in the long-arm.  I'll get a few pictures to post later.

Blessings to all,
Pat

Vintage Heart Pinkeeps

I just love vintage laces, button, and linens.  I was recently gifted by a very close friend with some beautiful vintage and antique linens.  There were pillowcases, sheets, and even lovely old night gowns and bed jackets.
It was like Christmas all over again. I get excited about these kinds of things. I decided to make something this week with a vintage flair and here is what I came up with.

I have these listed on Zibbet and Etsy.
Remember everything I sell is handmade by me in a smoke-free studio, and I ship within 3-5 days.
I hope everyone has a fantastic weekend.  We are celebrating all the Jan.-Feb. birthdays this weekend.  Husband, Daughter and Son.
Blessings to all,
~Pat~

Here comes Peter Cottontail!!

Last week I blogged about making rabbits and I thought I might post some pictures today of all the bunnies I have been working on. Past and Present.

Bunnies of all shapes and sizes.

These I worked up this week!

These are wooden bunnies that I cut out and paint.  Oh and the cute little ducks too!

And this is one of the many from this pattern that were made last year and still in inventory.

So, as you all can see I am in Easter mode for the moment.  But then artists and crafters have to stay slightly ahead, in order to have time to make all this stuff.
Anyways, hope your day is bunnylicious!

Blessings to all!
~Pat~

Its Bunny Time and Business Tips for me!

I know that for a crafter I am sorely behind already this new year.  I'm up to my neck in bunnies of different sizes and shapes and I think maybe it should be time to start Americana for 4th of July.

Yesterday, I took some time to research marketing for HHD and the effort is proving to be worth the time.  I am learning a lot. I realize that advertising doesn't have to be expensive.  In fact, it can be free in a lot of ways that I haven't utilized yet.  I think I shall start using some of the tips learned.

1. Business cards- lots of them and leave them everywhere you can. At restaurants with a tip, on a restroom sink, on the desk at receptionist window, with payment at a checkout counter.  Anywhere!

2. Signage on your car.  Window decals, magnetic signs, or bumper stickers.  These are not that expensive.

3.  Banners at shows.  People can read these from outside your booth and who knows what a person might remember.

4. T-shirts, bags, and keychains with your business logo.  Wear the shirts to shows and carry your name on your purse.  It could get the name out there.

I'm still learning, but I know that I can put these ideas to work right away.  As artisans and crafters we find it hard to brag on our own work, but maybe a little boasting is just plain good for business.
I am going to do this and with God's help have the best year yet!!

Blessings to all
~Pat~