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~

We have had such a warm winter so far.  No snow and temps above normal.  I'm liking that!
This week I am getting a little work done.  Since Christmas, I haven't done that much.  I really need some motivation right now.  Looking ahead, I know I need to be working on spring scheduling of shows and sales, but the drive just isn't there yet.  Hope I can get with it soon.  This is not good!

I did get a couple of makeup pouches listed on Etsy this week.  These are so cute and I think that they will be good sellers.  A brown plaid pleated pouch here.

A floral one!

This one is brown leather.

And a blue plaid!

If you are interested in purchasing one of these bags, email your choice and I will get it to you.  The price is $7.00 plus $3.00 shipping.

I certainly hope that everyone is having a blessed January.

Blessings,
Pat

Only 6 more days until Christmas!!  Where did that come from?  It's my favorite time of the year.  I have fond memories as a child of my mother's enthusiastic joy at this time of year.  She planned for months, so that we could have a nice Christmas.  And I don't ever remember being disappointed in the slightest. She made warm gingerbread and we would build a gingerbread church with stained glass windows and candy trees and trims.
There was always fruit and nuts and lots of presents.  But then we never let all the tinsel and sparkle get in the way of the real meaning of Christmas.  We always remembered that Christmas day was a birthday celebration for the greatest gift of all.  It is my prayer that I will always carry this tradition for my family as well.  We are ever thankful for God's gift of a Savior.  Here's hoping that you will all have a Merry and Blessed Christmas season.

~Larry, Pat, Laura, Chris & Livi, and Eric

Resting and Recovering

I have been busy every weekend just about all year and now I am done for the year.  After the open house, I have a little free time to devote to me.  This has been a lazy week.  But to be honest, I think I could get bored with nothing to do.  So, tomorrow, I have plans to get back to work and get a head start on next year.

Thought I would post a pic or two, just for Christmas Cheer.

Merry Christmas everyone!
Blessings,
Pat

Tired, but excited

Ok, I am really tired!  Getting ready for an open house is not easy for an old woman.  Just a little tweeking today and shopping tomorrow for ingredients for taco soup to serve.  Done! Bring on the customers!  The hours are 10am-6pm on Sat. and 1pm-6pm on Sun.  Ya'll come! 
Here is a preview of crafts available.

This is just a tiddly bit of what we have ready for you all!
Hope everyone is having a blessed week!
~Pat~

Zibbet Article

Check out this article from Zibbet!  My Larry made the awesome rocking horse featured here!
http://www.zibbet.com/blog/2011.11.28/fantastic-five-santas-wood-shop

Blessings to all!
~Pat~