tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10743318881451658082024-03-13T07:39:50.381-04:00Pretty Paper Passions...Cards, Magnets, Tags and TinsPretty Paper Passions offers note card sets, magnets, scrapbooking tags, gift tags and magnetic tins.Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16524329717757500741noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1074331888145165808.post-39331778444398153122009-10-16T23:37:00.013-04:002009-10-17T17:24:58.796-04:005 Favorite Handmade Finds...<div align="left">It's that time again and I've come across some WONDERFUL finds this week!!<br /><br />I absolutely LOVE this sash/headband! It's so elegant and so versatile. With the holidays coming up this piece is a must for any wardrobe. Can't you see yourself wearing this for a seasonal party one day and then a family event the next! Not just for the holidays, it would also be a lovely wedding accent.<a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32289063"></div><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 193px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5393414570243034530" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCGD7dj2pS3QlTxPVd3MfJOI6v0wr_YYs02L0cQN-UuNdIl2CL-wo9qy1A37KtFUDxR5ImJKp_PL5EnqzskSybj8wB_69b0VGUlvoQCpsBFl-V5HTafWyDQ7lIG1WUbPlZksQrWNH5rSU/s200/Silvery+sash+-+headband.jpg" /> <p align="center"></a>Silvery Sash/Headband - A Versatile Piece<br /><a href="http://www.littlewhitedresser.etsy.com/">http://www.littlewhitedresser.etsy.com/</a><br /></p><div align="left"></div><div align="left"><br /><br />When I was growing up, each year my parents would have a silhouette portrait done for my brother and myself to mark the beginning of the new year. Well, we can't forget our pets!! This was so cute and so perfect especially for those that might not have children. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30802330"></div><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 158px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5393681355436266466" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQLtN8x-b1rNUjSLJ7lsbUL9_1KgMO3UdFhEWq37dFWXx8d1xPEZnICqk50O9J9-PU2WtkkCscyklLvBh9v2SyMs_Pf3V0OHuDdBot1pO5lDyoP-gyyqm3M6UWDcKXVq6wIv_twLl7xrA/s200/Dog+silhouette+in+frame.jpg" /> <p align="center"></a>Custom Portrait Pet Silhouette<br /><a href="http://www.prettyfaces.etsy.com/">http://www.prettyfaces.etsy.com/</a> </p><br /><p align="left">Clutches are back! Why did they ever leave? This clutch is so much fun! Throw it with an outfit and add a little sassy to your style! A must on your holiday list! The designs from this shop are lovely so stop by!<a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32305683"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5393417118070474818" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeAwt_f0pP1D-8ijTDKYUd27fkc6iLuYkT6eD9V0H29d_XT7-FlFf20QbFeO_RcKJoI7ex_B8-Q97AYtoS05DIVOMAoa87S_sdgGDOtJCNUC1sqZd-xys8RYwr5s9eZKmkFYW8yCIlN3Y/s200/Snow+Bow+clutch+bag.jpg" /></p><p align="center"></a>Snow Bow Clutch Bag<br /><a href="http://www.davieandchiyo.etsy.com/">http://www.davieandchiyo.etsy.com/</a><br /></p><br /><p align="left"><br />Oh my word!!! When I saw these Boo Boo Kitties I HAD to have them on my list!! For those of you who remember "Lavern & Shirley" from the 70's and 80's you will recognize the name (: The very name Boo Boo Kitty brings back warm fuzzies. So cute and fun, but the function of these little cats is what makes them the perfect gift! <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32620192"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5393418838135363682" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN1C1UE2zdXlhr1KYtsLfwFHBYIRFrHWSukT2pA_Ny83Dks945FyYdTig8YagEyszlkuSqBk_1jkKJXP9AwTXULDKErYb_TDDejIk7nU_1vlrpe0BJK0y2qAuEXJ8b_nz9bA3ITH6iiKc/s200/Boo+Boo+Kitty+Stress+Doll.jpg" /> </p><p align="center"></a>Single Boo Boo Kitty Stress Doll<br /><a href="http://www.kittybblove.etsy.com/">http://www.kittybblove.etsy.com/</a></p><p><br />Never forget to wear your crown! Sometimes we let go of the regalness that each of us was given when we were placed on this earth...everyone has a gift to give back to the world. Place this plaque in a prominant place in your home or office and know that you are important and special or give to someone to let them know they are the King or Queen in your life (:<img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 150px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5393420775427890418" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaVMLePvcDmMTQECgstxOzH0F8J9SB5TJCVecaebbIStZatwy1BiCQSgsAFs15jbbGOxQvgXCBbu-6xALeCTEu5hlfhn71bCkTSyCiFCwvkSnQPXZ3CAKBu8yNmE95Z28vpYhdtKIHP5M/s200/Wear+your+crown+plaque.jpg" /> </p><p align="center">Wear Your Crown Plaque<br /><a href="http://www.raedunn.etsy.com/">http://www.raedunn.etsy.com/</a><br /><br /></p>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16524329717757500741noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1074331888145165808.post-88679498107934464962009-10-09T21:19:00.015-04:002009-10-16T23:01:41.567-04:005 Favorite Handmade Finds...<div align="left">The holiday season is fast approaching! A few years ago I decided to get my Christmas shopping done before December and it's made things so much easier! Beating the seasonal rush just makes my heart sing!<br /><br />So, to help those who might also want to begin a tradition of early planning, I'll be posting "Favorite Handmade Finds" each Friday from my own shopping searches. You just might discover the perfect gift for that special someone on your list!<br /><br />Cute as a Button...could be there a more perfect name for this bag?!! I love the lines and Tweed is a fav!</div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=31847003"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 188px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5390834833486281906" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4QHccuKnW4b_jR1tAl6TH9E5Eej4XbS1M7b6tzGZttmg_LbEhKwMszjJIYscwf7BnvhNXNzzYnUlByqtOXRLDD3r0FCQaIZa4DN9keuKUSLV07S7th6lhv74YeXgf8p1DnKOay7LZfps/s200/Cute+as+a+button+purse.jpg" /></a> <p align="center">Cute as a Button by Breagha<br /><a href="http://www.breagha.etsy.com/">http://www.breagha.etsy.com/</a><br /></p><br /><div align="left">I love the elgance of this necklace! There's something about the mixture of chunky bobbles with delicate features. A must for anyone who loves jewelry!</div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32343007"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 196px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5390836642715283282" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8fBWhYEwE7t3ylGTBimWQAKiHjDcHJyeclJ-nO7bug2infG28X2OxArxr3pqgXKoez2-rQKwafvs4WJ8r0mbrXV6o5jsH2gQBqfvG7-oUue9nDCgyqt1nsG9SObWGN8PVJdwVD3uF-DU/s200/My+little+acorn+necklace.jpg" /></a> <p align="center">Cute as a Button by Breagha<br /><a href="http://www.breagha.etsy.com/">http://www.breagha.etsy.com/</a><br /></p><p align="left"><br />Oh my word! When I saw these eco dog coats I couldn't resist them!! I have two doxies myself and these look like my little Malone!! Of course, he wouldn't be caught dead in pink, but Annie's SweatShop has many colors that any dachshund would be proud to wear!<a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=28596537"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5390838623015597010" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2t6j1ragskqUzKNspe95SnnI5OcXQNuozrljDC9m-4jTzpDChvB-C_AuMobUKhslV9ul31yjFrIXnrHUfYt4Eth6BmMJZhr9fJo9ZUqIN_OiPQh-htUnIanTCo1kYdtaIJgPnxObClVs/s200/Eco+dog+coat.jpg" /></p><p align="center"></a>Eco Dog Coat by Annie's SweatShop<br /><a href="http://www.anniessweatshop.etsy.com/">http://www.anniessweatshop.etsy.com/</a><br /></p><p align="left"><br />These rustic, yet whimsical pears would accent any home decor. Can't you just see them on a harvest table next to a flickering fireplace on a cool Autumn night?<a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32341729"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 161px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5390840787335090210" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQkRSmjZ1SI-fi29_SQmAeee1xTXTSsnK3QkVLMOsH-chijve_u3fv9TS2lhPPajylP0fmylvUtjSEKLj1W1nI4GrV_DKHt4Ad-pzhxsJFwzNLIpFC4eHLs9ITQJ5pdhO2fkazWy1XadA/s200/Frayed+Pear.jpg" /></a></p><p align="center">Frayed Pear by Seven Sisters<br /><a href="http://www.anniessweatshop.etsy.com/">http://</a><a href="http://www.sevensisterscs.etsy.com/">http://www.sevensisterscs.etsy.com/</a><br /></p><p align="left"><br />This sweater looks more like a dessert than clothing!! The fun colors and flared lines just make me smile!<br /></p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30991343"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5390842682309064562" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYm0q0OYUJUfkXzeiMKAoKosR9oeg3965nwsR4wig9HhVLsU-0nPQB21BSh1jIB1hUiTwK2uGcyaH5N_1sGUS-fki2Sk3qOA5Wtijz1oVvfCW7cLQogzfDaZ31CVnNpsqUyWpJCpmBfbQ/s200/Green+tea+and+raspberry+sweater.jpg" /> <p align="center"></a>Green Tea and Raspberry Sweater by Secret Lentil<br /><a href="http://www.secretlentil.etsy.com/">http://www.secretlentil.etsy.com/</a><br /></p>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16524329717757500741noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1074331888145165808.post-88827986562521047662009-07-18T19:47:00.007-04:002009-07-18T20:25:13.861-04:00My First Etsy Treasury!!<a href="http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list_west.php?room_id=61560"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 260px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5359959479269057954" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisXNhWeQrVoXoGMe_ghsh6xQf2D6yhIZipCwIY0Qt2a6md9pAoZ3zu6BDuyEaRAOw7Xsz_LiRZSDe2X1FWgn6lgUSr4UprRf1Mu2ZS6I2xzrdgNy6GpsNyg6WGYZOL2KY3cVPiPtTlRCo/s400/Treasury+West+July+18th+Large.jpg" /></a>So excited to hear that my Retro Collection Abacus cards were one of several featured in a Treasury today! My first treasury...Woohoo!! P3's <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=sr_list_1&listing_id=26734863&ga_search_query=abacus&ga_search_type=user_shop_ttt_id_7346551">cards </a>are on the 3rd row, 3rd from the left.<br /><br /><div><div><div><div><div></div><div>A big thanks to <a href="http://www.nekiko.etsy.com/">Nekiko </a>for choosing <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=sr_list_1&listing_id=26734863&ga_search_query=abacus&ga_search_type=user_shop_ttt_id_7346551">my cards</a> as one in the collection!! Drop by <a href="http://www.nekiko.etsy.com/">Nekiko's shop</a> to see the many beautiful handmade creations offered there!</div></div></div></div></div>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16524329717757500741noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1074331888145165808.post-15375603305039352852009-07-07T05:17:00.008-04:002009-07-07T05:30:58.059-04:00Rides in the Country...<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTIqL9ETc5gRDUbxavU4iY2s3zd-a5wsirGUoZcJG8BGX6myiB1y-QPzf9t2Ep-6zfqLNl_M2Y8VPaCQHYUvl2jyxkR7P4ue_Wu168n3Rk-2qjM_i4vOx7lN__XhOp-vDsrZzzPrz5UCk/s1600-h/kentucky+barn.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 255px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5355647812248110738" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTIqL9ETc5gRDUbxavU4iY2s3zd-a5wsirGUoZcJG8BGX6myiB1y-QPzf9t2Ep-6zfqLNl_M2Y8VPaCQHYUvl2jyxkR7P4ue_Wu168n3Rk-2qjM_i4vOx7lN__XhOp-vDsrZzzPrz5UCk/s320/kentucky+barn.jpg" /></a> <div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26174109"></a>I dropped by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6109850">Heather Elaine's shop </a>and among the many treasures there, I found the most beautiful photo! I love old barns, and this one brings back memories of long rides in the country.<br /><br />She also has the cutest crocheted things so stop by and see all the goodies!!</div></div>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16524329717757500741noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1074331888145165808.post-22803692355221862532009-07-03T18:57:00.003-04:002009-07-03T19:12:24.984-04:00New Damask Custom Monogram Stationery!!<a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=27342574"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5354375234476896530" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD1BnI9-MDbRddpNeV-bvgwRCBz634iFn45VGHqOWoKiODPnQj33JMtGzAaNKIT4YrFgCXDCniMpGDKrpb6xboW4GxILUN3jlH6SfOGsz200rVKh7IAUVpcQ8Cylc3w4USB8imXSfhDMs/s200/PICT0001-1.jpg" /></a>After some tweaking the new Pretty Paper Passions monogram designs are in!! The style of these elegant cards truly reflects the essence of patterns that inspire me.<br /><div></div><br /><div>Hand written notes mean so much and these notecards will do just the trick to brighten anyone’s day. Many of our sets coordinate with each other, so pair several different items together for a great gift or pick up a set to treat yourself!! </div>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16524329717757500741noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1074331888145165808.post-28547942973352940942009-06-30T09:08:00.016-04:002009-06-30T20:07:35.411-04:00Featured Artist - Rosey Jewels BoutiqueJewelry is such an expression of the soul and if you're on the lookout for beautiful and unique pieces you've got to stop by <a href="http://www.roseyjewels.etsy.com/">Rosey Jewels Boutique</a>! Here are some of the lovelies from her shop... <div><div><div><div><div><div><br /><div></div><div>The <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=27080580">Clustered Kisses Collection </a>starts here! The theme is simple and very chic with clusters of beautiful gemstones. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=27080580"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 275px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353110585283989490" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf507X45NJ2r9I27rh5CVUFEuUKBGRPB9zHS0glam6Do9QnIC01W_0jZ1yC9sRSAkku6nkQPsgC556vWrsXurTTMt-6eIGTPcHdkeHJNjtlb7h-bK7HR47y79R6ZffLrmLNE1Qe5ZYj08/s320/Cherry+Rose+Clustered+Kisses.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25862354">Antique Bronze Peachy Pearls</a> - Freshwater Pearls Necklace in Peach - the perfect pastel for summer! The necklace measures 18" long and ends with a custom antique bronze toggle clasp. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25862354"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 236px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353111326295683858" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6zomEPbO3ZyPlOgCOdkNtnsj69VMj13d-1xzvS4bOGMUI2e7Whzh1GUP0Za80U4dpc4W8a-bbhbsnQco0msDZ1BOKRU7e8pPkKam6QZoiVPLlYABJlXrIU3enXHKZ0LbCO2039B0wUtM/s320/Antique+Bronze+Peachy+Pearls.jpg" /></a><br />I love this necklace! <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25805035">The Swarovski black/crystal scalloped filigree pendant </a>was definitely a good find and is what makes this necklace so beautiful!<a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25805035"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 247px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353115704071101042" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOxq1hC43M-jXkGjWHJ4l67ctUX_UKs7XDh2F2JCqoR4SbdZwNol7MAZ-9JcutF_mvnhE-WkehiJKua0uZ0HVMdoLe4LdpbGiozrLBuigibvPrbOFBY7wkhIhAp5l1MCpMWlEgcopcnMI/s320/Midnight.jpg" /></a></p></div></div></div></div></div></div><br /><p>The <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25497835">Bronzed Vineyard Bracelet </a>has light green glass leaves in two sizes, along with semi-precious Bracciated Jasper, dangling from bronzed oval links. Bracelet measures 8" and secured with a silver toggle clasp. Beautiful!!<a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25497835"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 280px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353117519268115490" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP57EsyrFmGhGzrHKFm83M8nBT0rqp57RBNQGHYDTKhMkFDVWbYJJFwlixR5GvL1sqvphCZq055StX4rPCP1vApQJtTSJsG-BGvvv2IyiCRk5X3pcwGX-dYkGgXk_43IAZTwHYFK21HjQ/s320/Bronze+Vinyard+Bracelet.jpg" /></a><br />She has a great sale happening through the holiday weekend (July 5) - All prices are reduced by 20%. AND FREE SHIPPING!!! She also has a special for our blog readers - put "P3" in the message to seller and get an additional 15% off!!!!!! So stop by <a href="http://www.roseyjewelsboutique.etsy.com/">the shop </a>and see all the goodies!!</p><p align="center"><a href="http://www.roseyjewelsboutique.etsy.com/">http://www.roseyjewelsboutique.etsy.com/</a></p>Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16524329717757500741noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1074331888145165808.post-51824317414891571732009-06-25T04:11:00.004-04:002009-06-25T10:47:24.049-04:00New Blog Design!!Finally! New design appears today...hope you like! Let me know what you think! Hop over and see my new <a href="http://www.prettypaperpassions.etsy.com/">Etsy banner</a> too!Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16524329717757500741noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1074331888145165808.post-87097384807553930582009-06-25T00:47:00.006-04:002009-06-25T01:58:36.561-04:00My Blog's a Mess...Well...at least it is for the next short while. I've been trying to spread the word about my blog and etsy shop, only to realize the blog's design isn't sitting well with me. I know this may sound silly, but I make things talk and if they don't talk to me, they aren't where they should be.<br /><br />Yes...you heard me right...I make things talk. What? You've never done that before? Let me explain...<br /><br />Several years ago I went into business redesigning interiors. I was already doing it in my mind everywhere I went, might as well get paid for it! (: I can go into a room and "feel" where things should be. A chair feels better here and not there. The sofa makes the room feel cozy in this spot, not that. Oh!! Definately don't want to put the lamp there!! (: But it was a process...not so much a formula, but a feeling. I would move something or set a stage and then sense the space.. I know...I know...sounds a little loopy.<br /><br />After completing quite a few spaces, friends and family began to notice a pattern unbeknownst to me. I would step back, survey the landscape and make a sort of sigh/groan noise if things weren't "right." I'd make a few more adjustments and...this is where making things talk comes in...proudly say, "Your sofa says I'm wearing happy pants now!" or "Your lamps says thank you for putting me where I belong!" Only at that time did they realize the process was finished.<br /><br />Yes...I'm strange. I admit it! But who wants to be normal in these days and times?! So each time I visited this soon-to-be-lovely blog, it was saying...I'm not quite happy yet ): You've got a wig with staight hair on my head when I actually have naturally curly hair underneath!!! So I'm tweaking....until my blog talks. So if you stop by and see confusion, just know it's the process (:Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16524329717757500741noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1074331888145165808.post-72763581451601124122009-06-23T17:00:00.003-04:002009-06-25T14:00:48.153-04:00More monograms on their way!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2nvypAI2Daq-5Scu1ajQL5ofquLV3xIQaFInpXPeLU3GtGDscPe3wnrzgLZu74tI3Ejag05USZGU7vgjihJIW7ePs-FQrJsbl4eZPf6LPWxwRZZI1wwoKj5FBRpCHO7zxu98-Afesr_g/s1600-h/Monogram+Note+Cards.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 148px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351323721579426674" border="0" alt="monogram stationery" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2nvypAI2Daq-5Scu1ajQL5ofquLV3xIQaFInpXPeLU3GtGDscPe3wnrzgLZu74tI3Ejag05USZGU7vgjihJIW7ePs-FQrJsbl4eZPf6LPWxwRZZI1wwoKj5FBRpCHO7zxu98-Afesr_g/s200/Monogram+Note+Cards.jpg" /></a>I'm working on more monogram designs for the shop, so check back within the next few days to see the creations.<br /><br />I love monogram stationery! Not sure why. Maybe it's a southern thing. I remember as a child going into my Grandparent's "pretty bathroom" and seeing those lovely hand towels with our monogram "Y." That bathroom felt so regal, so elegant. It was also the bathroom where the hand towels were reserved for special guests only. Don't use the towels!! tee-hee! We usually used the bathroom down the hall with the everyday towels. Did anyone else experience this growing up? So funny to think of it now.<br /><br />But looking back I can see how that monogram respresented pride in one's family name. Not a boostful pride, but one that recognized the importance of legacy. For me, my monogram "Y" represents strength, honor, compassion, love, creativity and a willingness to help anyone in need. What does your monogram represent? What new legacy are you leaving to the world?Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16524329717757500741noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1074331888145165808.post-55756483567750382792009-06-21T00:23:00.001-04:002009-06-21T00:27:48.777-04:00Etsy Shop Pretty Paper Passions Opening!!Pretty Paper Passions is finally up and running! Go over and check out our new items! We have note cards, magnets, tags, monogram stationery and matchbook note pads. Most of the items we have coordinate with each other so you can mix and match products to create a great gift!<br /><br />I think my favorite so far is our Retro Collection. Some of the colors are so rich and beautiful. Teal and chocolate is my favorite color combination and there are plenty in the shop.<br /><br />Hope to see you there!Michelehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16524329717757500741noreply@blogger.com1