Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Feature Shop: Embellishing You

Whether you're planning a wedding or dressing up for a special night out, the gorgeous creations in this week's feature shop are sure to make you feel beautiful! Meet Kimberly, the creative force behind Embellishing You! Cheers, -Cori of Peace, Baby! Batiks

What is your name?
Kimberly Dotts

Where are you located?
Hershey, Pennsylvania

Regal Blue Taffeta Flower Hair Clip/Pin with Silver Swarovski Crystal
Tell us a little about yourself.
I'm a SAHM of two. My dear husband and I have a 2-1/2 year old daughter and a 3-month-old son. Before having children, I was an adoption counselor and supervisor, work that I loved but was too demanding with being a mom - the most important job I have ever had!

What type of merchandise will shoppers find in your shop?
Swarovski crystal hair pins in every color! Plus, bridal tiaras and hair vines. Recently, I have added sequin hair pins for girls, tweens, teens and adults!

Sequin Flower Hair Pins
How/why did you get started? How long have you been making jewelry and accessories?
I have been "creating" things since I was a little girl. My mom always said if I was bored, I should "make" something. About 15 years ago, I began beading with seed beads. I worked my way thru a couple of bead magazines and learned all the stitches I could find. Seed beading and babies aren't compatible for me -- but I realized that the wedding jewelry and hair accessories that I made for my own wedding and a friend's were marketable.

What is your favorite part of your craft?
I have always loved the sense of accomplishment when creating and now I love working with a bride to create exactly what she is envisioning for her wedding day.


Delicate Cream Swarovski Pearl and Crystal Flower Hair Pins
What are your favorite kinds of beads to work with?
Swarovski crystals and pearls for business. vintage 15o seed beads for fun.

What inspires you to create?
The love and passion that accompanies a wedding!

Bridal Fascinator with Vibrant Swarovski Crystal Embellishment
How do you balance mothering and running a small business?
Being a mom comes first. Naptime is a fabulous opportunity for me to do all the managing of my shop. Often I must wait until my husband is home to handle orders and create new items.

What is your favorite thing to browse Etsy for?
I love to surf for gifts. Sometimes I focus on treasuries, and other times I use the pounce function.

Honeysuckle Fuschia Pink Swarovski Crystal Hair Pins
When you're not crafting, what are you doing?
Bring mom. My favorite quote right now is "I make milk. What's your superpower?"

Where can we find you?
www.embellishingyou.etsy.com
www.facebook.com/EmbellishingYou

What is your favorite shop (not yours) on Etsy currently?
I could never pick just one.

Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Tutorial Tuesdays: Crochet Pennant Bunting

Today's post comes to us from Sarah @ Sarahndipities: Crochet Pennant Bunting Pattern



As promised here is the pattern for my crocheted pennant bunting garland!

I've made these using different kinds of yarn and it always turns out great!

CROCHET PENNANT BUNTING






Materials Needed:
Small amount of yarn  (I used Caron Simply Soft and Bernat Satin)
crochet hook size I (or larger or smaller depending on the look you want)
Scissors
Yarn needle

Abbreviations:
ch = chain
sc = single crochet
dc = double crochet
sl st = slip stitch
sp = space
st(s) = stitch(es)






Row 1:  Ch 4.  2 dc in 4th ch from hook.  Ch 3, turn.  (3 dc)
Row 2:  1 dc in bottom of ch.  1 dc in next 2 sts.  Ch 3, turn.  (4 dc)
Row 3:  1 dc in bottom of ch.  1 dc in next 3 sts.  Ch 3, turn.   (5 dc)
Row 4:  1 dc in bottom of ch.  1 dc in next 4 sts.  Ch 3, turn.   (6 dc)
Row 5:  1 dc in bottom of ch.  1 dc in next 5 sts.  Ch 3, turn.   (7 dc)
Row 6:  1 dc in bottom of ch.  1 dc in next 6 sts.  Ch 3, turn.   (8 dc)
Row 7:  1 dc in bottom of ch.  1 dc in next 7 sts.  Ch 3, turn.   (9 dc)
Row 8:  1 dc in bottom of ch.  1 dc in next 8 sts.  Ch 3, turn.   (10 dc)
Row 9:  1 dc in bottom of ch.  1 dc in next 9 sts.  Ch 3, turn.   (11 dc)
Row 10:  1 dc in bottom of ch.  1 dc in next 10 sts.  Ch 3, turn.   (12 dc)

***I'm by now you've noticed the pattern...you can adjust how big or small the pennant is by adding or eliminating rows.***

Finishing Row:  Work 21 sc in side of pennant to end, with last sc being in the tip.  Ch 2, sc in same sp.  Continuing around, work 20 sc along side of pennant to top.  Fasten off, weave in ends.

Garland:  Ch 40.  Sc in each st across top pennant. Ch 15.  Repeat with remaining pennants.  To finish ch 40, fasten off.


Originally posted HERE.

Thank you Sarah for sharing this wonderful pattern with us!
Monika, My Lovebug Baby

Friday, August 26, 2011

Feature Yourself Friday Linky Party #15!

Happy Friday!!


This week we had a THREE WAY TIE for the most viewed links!!


First off we have...
A Skirt A Month by BLauzonSews!
Next is...


Yellow and Gray Shoes by Good Little Things
And finally...
Fancy Girl Tiara Bow by DollBabyBowtique
Thanks for all the great links, everyone, and welcome to the newcomers!!! Now let's get onto this week!!

Feature Yourself Friday will be a place for you to highlight something you've done!! You can link to blog post or tutorial that you've done or a new item in your shop! We want to see what YOU have been up to!!
The only rule for linking up is that you become a follower of our blog and check out a few of the other links shared!! YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE A MEMBER OF OUR TEAM TO LINK UP!!! (Please link up only TWO posts/items each week!)

Please be sure to visit some of the other links and give some love to others!!

Each week we'll pick two or three of the links that stand out to us and feature those here on our blog! It's just a little way to help everyone see what YOU do!!


Let's see whatcha got this week!!!

~ Sarah from Sarahndipities


Thursday, August 25, 2011

Treasury Thursday


'I'll give you the moon, the stars, and my heart' by ecrosaries

The little cuddly blanket featured in spot #1 reminds me of my son's nursery - I thought a treasury paying tribute was fitting!

Cuddle Blankie Lovey - ...

$25.00
Starfish Earrings

$14.40
A Dream Is A Wish Your ...

$14.00
Pale Yellow Star Earrin...

$7.00
Lemon Yellow Ribbon Wra...

$2.50
Earrings - Blue Evening...

$3.00
Vintage Smiling yellow...

$9.99
Moon and Stars Fused Gl...

$20.00
Princess Cinderella Sat...

$19.95
Crochet Kitchen Towel H...

$6.00
Organic Lemon Creme Lot...

$2.75
Mellow Yellow Moon / Ce...

$6.50
Faceted Chalcedony Star...

$7.00
Nursing Necklace - Pine...

$16.00
I Love Bunnies/Year of ...

$18.00
Drawstring Pouch Toy Ba...

$10.00

'A little Southwestern Flair' by thecuddlecorner

I'm from New Mexico and this color combination reminds me a lot of the colors I see here in The Land of Enchantment! Inspired by littletadpoledesigns "Rita" doll. Just beautiful in her primary colors!

Crocheted Doll Red Hair...

$36.00
Ruby Red Ruffle Cheer B...

$5.00
Personalized Name Sign ...

$15.00
Wrapped Blue Catseye pe...

$17.00
RESERVED--Brooklyn Alle...

$18.00
Baltic Amber Nursing Ne...

$39.00
Royal Blue Boutique Bow...

$4.00
Red Love Mini Notecards...

$4.00
American Girl Sandals S...

$6.50
Om Batik Tie Dyed Bodys...

$18.00
Red and Orange Shaggy B...

$22.00
Toddler T-Shirt: Yellow...

$15.00
Tutu Cheer Indianapolis...

$12.95
Chic Red Flower Baby He...

$7.50
Posie - Single Crochet ...

$5.00
Blue Tropical Flower wi...

$4.00

'Modes of Transportation' by LittlePrincessPea

SAHM of Etsy Team August Treasury Challenge http://www.etsy.com/teams/6183/sahm-of-etsy

Wooden Toy Steam Train ...

$79.00
Set of 10 Transportatio...

$5.00
Soother Clip Train &quo...

$5.00
Finger Puppets Doll For...

$6.00
Transportation Squares ...

$65.00
Recycled Crayons Transp...

$5.50
Personalized Name Sign ...

$10.00
Bib and Washcloth Gift ...

$10.00
ReUsable Eco Friendly S...

$6.00
Baby Bodysuit: Red with...

$10.00
Recipe Box Sailboat and...

$32.00
MATCH ME- Lets Go - BIG...

$18.00
On the Go Scavenger Hun...

$10.00
Choo Choo All Aboard TR...

$25.95
Boys Toy. Take Along Bi...

$22.00
Felt Tractor/Truck Pill...

$18.00

Thanks for stopping by, I will see you next week!
Monika, My Lovebug Baby