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These little snow guys & gals will Melt Your Hearts!<br /><br /> <b> CANDY CANE CHARLIE</b><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Sr0coDer21I/AAAAAAAAAEw/XYo2OuPhxVM/s1600-h/IMG_5945resize.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Sr0coDer21I/AAAAAAAAAEw/XYo2OuPhxVM/s400/IMG_5945resize.JPG" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Sr0coDer21I/AAAAAAAAAEw/XYo2OuPhxVM/s1600-h/IMG_5945resize.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=31525060">http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=31525060</a><br /></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"> </span><b style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"> CHERI </b><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Sr0d3_raXOI/AAAAAAAAAE4/y2nyFoJpLnE/s1600-h/IMG_5942resized.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Sr0d3_raXOI/AAAAAAAAAE4/y2nyFoJpLnE/s400/IMG_5942resized.JPG" /></a><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=31539932"> http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=31539932</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b> BASEBALL BOB</b><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Has Arrived!<span style="background-color: #a2c4c9;"></span> <br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SsOa_Mf1XdI/AAAAAAAAAFg/diG_A9c4Elc/s1600-h/IMG_5993resized.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SsOa_Mf1XdI/AAAAAAAAAFg/diG_A9c4Elc/s320/IMG_5993resized.JPG" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Newest Arrivals!! 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Brand New Shop Discovery!Ok, I did promise to tell a few secrets on my blog! This jewel of a shop is such a great discovery & I'm going to take you right in to OldSoulsMarket.etsy.com! You never know what treaure you will fine in this eclectic Vintage Shop! It's only been opened for a short time, but I'm finding new & unique items every time I peek inside.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Sru-BArQ57I/AAAAAAAAAEI/I_otwkgG564/s1600-h/il_430xN.89577013jeanne.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Sru-BArQ57I/AAAAAAAAAEI/I_otwkgG564/s400/il_430xN.89577013jeanne.jpg" /></a><br /></div> VINTAGE HAND BEADED PURSE<br /><h1 style="font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; margin: 0px;"> Multi Colors Exotic<br /></h1><h1 style="font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; margin: 0px;"><br /></h1><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30668476">http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30668476</a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30668476">http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30668476</a><br /><br /> AND<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><h1 style="font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; margin: 0px;"> Vintage 30s Asian Silk Satin Palazzo</h1><h1 style="font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; margin: 0px;"> Pants Tank Top & Jacket <br /></h1><h1 style="font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; margin: 0px;"> <br /></h1><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_1&listing_id=30492747">http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_1&listing_id=30492747</a><br /><br /> AND<br /><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SrvFPInsoVI/AAAAAAAAAEo/7BaBKu-6J0Y/s1600-h/il_430xN.88154919jeanne.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"> <img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SrvFPInsoVI/AAAAAAAAAEo/7BaBKu-6J0Y/s400/il_430xN.88154919jeanne.jpg" /></a> <br /><h1 style="font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; margin: 0px;"> Vintage Lady of Fatima</h1><h1 style="font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; margin: 0px;"> Religious Medal Necklace<br /></h1> <br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30245237">http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30245237</a><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30245237">http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30245237</a><br /><br /> HAVE FUN BROWSING & SHOPPING IN<br /> OldSoulsMarket.etsy.com <br /><br /><br /><h1 style="font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; margin: 0px;"> </h1><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5085099339081805783-878964909679048818?l=susyartandsupplies.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SuppliesHandcraftedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05952097679694386014noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5085099339081805783.post-10459087848761866302009-09-22T09:51:00.000-07:002009-09-22T09:51:22.224-07:00Tutorial: Let's Create A Winter Gift Card!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Srjw5Ggn4dI/AAAAAAAAADo/MCeV_76h_cI/s1600-h/IMG_5905resized.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Srjw5Ggn4dI/AAAAAAAAADo/MCeV_76h_cI/s320/IMG_5905resized.JPG" /></a><br /></div>I am having a great time getting my Autumn & Winter embellishments together to create my own collection of Gift Cards. When I have a little extra time, and lots of bits & pieces leftover from my other projects, I sit down and make a few special Gift Cards to have ready when I need one! I love using Inchies that I make for my SuppliesHandcrafted shop & I am using Rinchies (round inchies & twinchies) for this Snowman Card.<br />*Note: I've listed the supplies that I used. Feel free to vary from these.<br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SrjxSwEQ2qI/AAAAAAAAADw/-ok56N0-2Pc/s1600-h/IMG_5892.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SrjxSwEQ2qI/AAAAAAAAADw/-ok56N0-2Pc/s320/IMG_5892.JPG" /></a><br />SUPPLIES: Needed for this card:<br /><br />scissors & zig-zag scissors, if you have them<br />colored card stock (I chose medium blue)<br />all purpose glue<br />fabric scraps (I used Vintage European light blue wool, red & black checked cotton felt)<br />buttons (2 for eyes & 1 or 2 for tummy)<br />1 Focal Embellishment (I used a Snowman Rinchie ) *Note: See definition at bottom of this article.<br /><br />1. Cut card stock into size card you desire (mine is 7" x 5" (18cm x 13cm), folded in half<br /><br /><br /> 2. Cute shapes for the corner edges of card & glue into place, pressing gently. Allow to dry.<br /><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SrjyWtBBgKI/AAAAAAAAAEA/1lAW4YciDp4/s1600-h/IMG_5902.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SrjyWtBBgKI/AAAAAAAAAEA/1lAW4YciDp4/s320/IMG_5902.JPG" /></a>3. Open card & choose a design for inside. I chose a snowflake, made from the wool fabric.<br /> Place your design in the place you have chosen & glue. Allow to dry, slightly. I also added corner edging on 1 side, cut w/zig-zag scissors.<br /><br />4. I have left the right side, inside, blank. I will add my greeting in Gold or Silver Leaf Pen.<br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Srjxsbj94_I/AAAAAAAAAD4/Tzk8j40_Zn8/s1600-h/IMG_5901.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Srjxsbj94_I/AAAAAAAAAD4/Tzk8j40_Zn8/s320/IMG_5901.JPG" /></a><br />5. On front of card, decide where you will place your Focal Embellishment (I've used a Snowman from my shop) .<br /><br />6. Glue Snowman into place & allow to dry. I used several wooden clothespins to hold it in place till dry.<br /><br />7. Voila! You have a handcrafted Gift Card that is unique & your family or friends will probably want to frame!<br /><br />I could have used paper, but decided to up-cycle this piece of wool fabric & my buttons are vintage choices from my collection. My goal is to create a unique Card that is a "work of art" in itself. The card can actually be the gift that you give! They are collectable!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SrjwxIyqAQI/AAAAAAAAADg/3rVbgPkq26s/s1600-h/IMG_5909resized.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SrjwxIyqAQI/AAAAAAAAADg/3rVbgPkq26s/s320/IMG_5909resized.JPG" /></a><br /></div>This card is available online:<br /><br />http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=31354340<br /><br /> I purchase paper from local supplier, but here is a link for a supplier online:<br /><br />http://www.thepapermillstore.com/home.php?cat=682<br /><br />UK Supplier Paper Goods:<br />http://www.e-crafts.co.uk/card_supplies2.htm<br /><br />Vintage Buttons:<br /><br />http://www.jewelsandfinery.co.uk/antique-buttons-vintage-buttons-22-c.asp<br />http://www.papertreyink.com/pm_buttons.html<br /><br />How To Care For Vintage Fabric:<br /><br />http://www.trueup.net/?p=298<br /><br /><br />*What are Inchies & Twinchies Anyway?<br />WHAT IS AN INCHIE? It's 1 x 1" & has so many cool uses!<br />What is a TWINCHIE? It's 2"x2"<br /><br />Scrapbooking, albums, notebooks, journals<br />Wall decor<br />Add ons for lamps, books, pics, frames<br />Mixed Media Artworks<br />Assemblage<br />Classroom decorations<br />Add ons for caps, vests, etc<br />Lunch box Surprises! (you can write a note on the back of these)<br />Christmas tree decorations<br />Holiday Decorations<br />Gift box & bag add-ons<br />Cards, stationery<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5085099339081805783-1045908784876186630?l=susyartandsupplies.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SuppliesHandcraftedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05952097679694386014noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5085099339081805783.post-68568334083446628392009-09-17T04:41:00.000-07:002009-09-18T09:20:43.634-07:00I've Got a Secret & It's Keeping Me Young!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SrKOsyr3qkI/AAAAAAAAAC4/GtHHWoOnlsg/s1600-h/IMG_5708resize.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SrKOsyr3qkI/AAAAAAAAAC4/GtHHWoOnlsg/s400/IMG_5708resize.JPG" /></a><br /></div>I just have to tell you, as bold as it may sound, but I am so enjoying creating my newest Gift Tags from my own original Collage Art! I never realized how much pleasure I could get out of turning my own creations into new mini creations! It's hard for me to put them down & do anything else that I need to do around here!!! <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SrKO9nnbZHI/AAAAAAAAADA/AoXeq4PYluA/s1600-h/IMG_5757resized.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SrKO9nnbZHI/AAAAAAAAADA/AoXeq4PYluA/s400/IMG_5757resized.JPG" /></a><br /></div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SrOzGRxqIMI/AAAAAAAAADY/Q1ifUOTqLeA/s1600-h/IMG_5801resized.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SrOzGRxqIMI/AAAAAAAAADY/Q1ifUOTqLeA/s320/IMG_5801resized.JPG" /></a>As usual, I'm surrounded by paper, , scissors, glue, ribbons,gold leaf ink, rulers, edgers & lots of tiny collage images! I hope I never grow up & put the scissors & paper away!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5085099339081805783-6856833408344662839?l=susyartandsupplies.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SuppliesHandcraftedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05952097679694386014noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5085099339081805783.post-20530287018625822702009-09-14T02:25:00.000-07:002009-09-14T10:17:48.959-07:00Peek Into The Past<meta content="text/html; charset=utf-8" http-equiv="Content-Type"></meta><meta content="Word.Document" name="ProgId"></meta><meta content="Microsoft Word 11" name="Generator"></meta><meta content="Microsoft Word 11" name="Originator"></meta><link href="file:///C:%5CUsers%5Cuser%5CAppData%5CLocal%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml" rel="File-List"></link><link href="file:///C:%5CUsers%5Cuser%5CAppData%5CLocal%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_editdata.mso" rel="Edit-Time-Data"></link><o:smarttagtype name="City" namespaceuri="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags"></o:smarttagtype><o:smarttagtype name="country-region" namespaceuri="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags"></o:smarttagtype><o:smarttagtype name="place" namespaceuri="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags"></o:smarttagtype><style>
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</style> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Sq4LCdIvqnI/AAAAAAAAACw/r1e4ZMae4KU/s1600-h/IMG_2161i.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Sq4LCdIvqnI/AAAAAAAAACw/r1e4ZMae4KU/s320/IMG_2161i.JPG" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal"></div><div class="MsoNormal"></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"> A DOG’S LIFE IN <st1:country-region w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">GREECE</st1:place></st1:country-region><o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"> Born in a Greek village in the south of <st1:country-region w:st="on">Greece</st1:country-region>, DeeDee was gifted to me, and I moved her to northern <st1:country-region w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Greece</st1:place></st1:country-region>, where I live. She now calls Panorama, near <st1:city w:st="on"><st1:place w:st="on">Thessaloniki</st1:place></st1:city>, her winter home. She summers in Gerakini, our beach home located on the beautiful coastline of the <st1:place w:st="on">Aegean Sea</st1:place>. DeeDee quickly adjusted to the northern life-style and became fluent in both Greek and English. Without a doubt, since she is a Griffon, I’m sure that her skills in French would be more than adequate, given a little exposure to it.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US"><o:p><br />Check out the entire article in Esty Storque! DeeDee, the doggy is now 10 years ! Tell me about your Pet! I'd love to feature some of your pets, in pictures!<br /></o:p></span></div>http://www.etsy.com/storque/search/title/its-a-dogs-life-in-greece/<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5085099339081805783-2053028701862582270?l=susyartandsupplies.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SuppliesHandcraftedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05952097679694386014noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5085099339081805783.post-45876896775978102702009-09-12T12:13:00.000-07:002009-09-14T10:20:46.553-07:00Vintage Fresh Apple Cake<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Sq3mDteYbRI/AAAAAAAAACo/X85QNe23TGo/s1600-h/IMG_5761.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Sq3mDteYbRI/AAAAAAAAACo/X85QNe23TGo/s200/IMG_5761.JPG" /></a></div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Sq3mDteYbRI/AAAAAAAAACo/X85QNe23TGo/s1600-h/IMG_5761.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Sq3ltQvVuzI/AAAAAAAAACg/1dTyaKERemU/s1600-h/IMG_5761.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><br /></a><br />Ok, Autumn is in the air, so let's eat Apple & Walnut Bundt Cake to celebrate the season!! It's another "Susy's Secret" I've decided to let out of the bag! So, here it is!! Just made it today!<br /><br />*Preheat oven to 350F (180C) Butter & lightly flour Large Bundt Pan<br /><br />Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups of salad oil (375gr) <br /> 2 cups sugar (440gr) <br />\ 3 eggs<br /> 3 cups flour (660 gr) I use half whole wheat & half white<br /> 1 tsp salt (1 teaspoon)<br /> 1 tsp. baking soda ( teaspoon) <br /> 3 cups fresh apples, chopped<br /> (660gr) approx 4 med. apples<br />\ 1 cup walnuts, chopped (220gr) <br /> cinnamon <br /> <br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Sq3cibetqDI/AAAAAAAAACQ/VLuF0PzWMWE/s1600-h/IMG_5760.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Sq3cibetqDI/AAAAAAAAACQ/VLuF0PzWMWE/s400/IMG_5760.JPG" /></a>In a large bowl, combine oil, sugar & add eggs, 1 at a time. Mix well beating between each egg addition. Mix flour, salt & baking soda, in a med. size bowl. (Reserve 1/4 cup of flour to add to apples & nuts.) Gradually add flour mixture to oil mixture. The batter will become thick. Using reserved 1/4 cup of flour, mix well with chopped apples & chopped walnuts. Add 1 tsp. of cinnamon to apple/nut mixture. Add apple mixture to batter & mix with a spoon. Spoon the thick batter into a large bundt pan. Bake in 350F (180C) oven for approximately 1 hour & 10 minutes. Maybe a few minutes longer. Should spring back when touched gently.<br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Sq3cvQzdeiI/AAAAAAAAACY/noHEkLziZjk/s1600-h/IMG_5759.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/Sq3cvQzdeiI/AAAAAAAAACY/noHEkLziZjk/s320/IMG_5759.JPG" /></a>Remove from oven &;cool for 30 minutes in the pan. Remove from pan, by turning out onto plate. Cool completely.<br /><br />Glaze is optional, but yummy!<br /><br /> Bring all ingredients to a vigorous boil, stirring. Remove from heat.<br />1/4 stick butter 3/4 cups sugar<br />1/4 cup cream or evaporated milk <br /><br />Set aside; stir occasionally till cool. Dribble on cool cake.<br /><br /> <br /> <br /> <div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5085099339081805783-4587689677597810270?l=susyartandsupplies.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SuppliesHandcraftedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05952097679694386014noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5085099339081805783.post-4145387491113846692009-09-12T07:09:00.000-07:002009-09-12T10:01:48.869-07:00September at the Beach!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SqvR82EKKII/AAAAAAAAABE/-AsMyjh7Edc/s1600-h/IMG_5085resized+great+shadow+me+water+%26+sand.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SqvR82EKKII/AAAAAAAAABE/-AsMyjh7Edc/s320/IMG_5085resized+great+shadow+me+water+%26+sand.JPG" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SqvRrihBk6I/AAAAAAAAAA8/J_MTSG6cibg/s1600-h/IMG_6939.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SqvRrihBk6I/AAAAAAAAAA8/J_MTSG6cibg/s320/IMG_6939.JPG" /></a></div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SqvScisy7xI/AAAAAAAAABM/gkMz1ojDHpc/s1600-h/IMG_5078resized+must+for+art.+blue+glass.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SqvScisy7xI/AAAAAAAAABM/gkMz1ojDHpc/s200/IMG_5078resized+must+for+art.+blue+glass.JPG" /></a>I admit, I'm still trying to hang on to summer! The sun, the sand, the sea, oh how you live in me...my head & heart tell me I'm a mermaid, but the mirror disagrees! Let me give you a peek into my morning at our beach house. I wake up to the sound of the waves & know I must have my cup of coffee with milk, or, milk with coffee is more like it! Sitting on the balcony, overlooking the sea, I know that it's time to get dressed, grab my electric blue net bag & head to the beach for an early morning treasure hunt! I'll walk the same beach that I've walked for many years, but every day is a new adventure for me! I never know what I'll see or find. Sea shells, sea glass, pottery pieces, the occasional crab & a few early morning walkers are sure to be found. Have you ever been followed down the water's edge by a sea gull? Well, let me tell you they aren't as shy as you would think! I finish off the early morning "hunt" with a swim. Me, myself & I are usually the only swimmers that early! Back up at the house, I'm ready to check my emails & begin my new creations, filled with new spirit!<br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SqvTgo5aLbI/AAAAAAAAABc/W0EUf5NqUPI/s1600-h/IMG_5719.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SqvTgo5aLbI/AAAAAAAAABc/W0EUf5NqUPI/s320/IMG_5719.JPG" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SqvS4aClyHI/AAAAAAAAABU/XpoxOHdxVL0/s1600-h/IMG_6924.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_dpK08tHzwzI/SqvS4aClyHI/AAAAAAAAABU/XpoxOHdxVL0/s320/IMG_6924.JPG" /></a><br />These September days are greyer & chillier, but I'm not slowed down, determined to squeeze every last breath out of summer, until we meet again, next June! If you are looking for me, don't rush to town, as I'll be the last mermaid to leave!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5085099339081805783-414538749111384669?l=susyartandsupplies.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SuppliesHandcraftedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05952097679694386014noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5085099339081805783.post-76746081659578820442009-09-12T06:48:00.000-07:002009-09-12T06:48:44.113-07:00I've Got A Secret!I have so many secrets, but I want to share this one, first! I want to introduce you to a very cool artist & friend! He is such a great guy and talented artist, that I just can't keep this secret anymore! Of course, many of you have already seen his creations, as the word slipped out a while ago! Tucked away on a beautiful island, in Greece, he truly creates art from the heart!<br /><br />Artistico <br />http://kostas-tsipos.blogspot.com/<br />Bio I am a graphic designer and stock photographer by day that just has to create limited edition and 1-of-a-kind things in my spare time or else I will go crazy!!! I love to make things that are cute, handmade and crafty and a little different than everything else out there!! You can see what I have on sale .<br />I love to create fun crafty things. I'm finding that I spend more and more time on the computer, I love to learn new things and there's so much to learn out there!!<br /><br />Thanks for taking the time to view my art.<br />Each "of my poster" are truly unique...no two are ever the same...each piece <br />is created with the finest materials! <br />If you see something you like, or are after something specific feel free to convo me with questions!<br /><br />Have a nice day <br />and thank you very much for your visit<br />MORE INFO IN MY BLOG http://kostas-tsipos.blogspot.com/<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5085099339081805783-7674608165957882044?l=susyartandsupplies.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SuppliesHandcraftedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05952097679694386014noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5085099339081805783.post-71931853208519366932009-09-12T05:54:00.000-07:002009-09-12T05:54:47.503-07:00Mini Southwestern Garland Handmade Bandanna N Turquoise Beads<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.85766767.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.85766767.jpg" /></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=29535468">BUY NOW</a></div><div style="color: #cc0000;"></div><div style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Description </b></span></div>Perfect for stringing on a mantle, around a bottle, on a lamp, across a <a class="zem_slink freebase/guid/9202a8c04000641f80000000002d59b3" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coffee" rel="wikipedia" title="Coffee">coffee</a> table or just to hang from a doorknob! The red bandanna accented by the turqoise colored beads is a great combo! It can even be worn around your neck! <br /><br />I've shredded the bandanna & hand strung each bead & knotted them securely. Have fun w/this Garland!<br /><br />SIZE: 27 1/2" (70cm)<br /><br />*SMOKE FREE ENVIRONMENT<br /><br />I am going to continue creating <a class="zem_slink" href="http://gethandcrafted.com/" rel="homepage" title="Handcrafted">Handcrafted</a> Supplies for Etsy creators!<br /><div class="zemanta-pixie" style="height: 15px; margin-top: 10px;"><a class="zemanta-pixie-a" href="http://reblog.zemanta.com/zemified/8d387ebd-4837-4c2f-813a-e41b90016bdc/" title="Reblog this post [with Zemanta]"><img alt="Reblog this post [with Zemanta]" class="zemanta-pixie-img" src="http://img.zemanta.com/reblog_e.png?x-id=8d387ebd-4837-4c2f-813a-e41b90016bdc" style="border: medium none; float: right;" /></a><span class="zem-script more-related more-info pretty-attribution"><script defer="defer" src="http://static.zemanta.com/readside/loader.js" type="text/javascript"></script></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5085099339081805783-7193185320851936693?l=susyartandsupplies.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SuppliesHandcraftedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05952097679694386014noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5085099339081805783.post-16954527889782186852009-09-12T05:46:00.000-07:002009-09-12T05:46:50.742-07:00Holiday Embellishments Original Collage Print Gingerbread N Santa Inchies Set<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.89903954.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.89903954.jpg" /></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30765844">ETSY ITEM</a></div><br /><b style="color: #cc0000;">Description</b><br />Set of 6. Ready for you to use in your project! Perfect for adding to your cards, scrapbooks or even for gifts! I've created original collage art designs & printed them for this listings. Both have a vintage look to them. Notice the precious details on each design.<br /><br />The paper cardstock design is reinforced w/a upcycled cardboard backing. Easy for gluing!<br /><br />Size: approx. 2" x 2" TWINCHIES<br /><br />What are Inchies & Twinchies Anyway?<br />WHAT IS AN INCHIE? It's 1 x 1" & has so many cool uses!<br />What is a TWINCHIE? It's 2"x2"<br /><br />Scrapbooking, albums, notebooks, journals<br />Wall decor<br />Add ons for lamps, books, pics, frames<br />Mixed Media Artworks<br />Assemblage<br />Classroom decorations<br />Add ons for caps, vests, etc<br />Lunch box Surprises! (you can write a note on the back of these)<br />Christmas tree decorations<br />Holiday Decorations<br />Gift box & bag add-ons<br />Cards, stationery<br /><br />Use your imagination! The uses are endless!<br />*SMOKE FREE ENVIRONMENT<br /><br />I'm striving to provide unique, handcrafted Supplies for Etsy creators!<br /><br />Thanks for visiting!<br /><div class="zemanta-pixie" style="height: 15px; margin-top: 10px;"><a class="zemanta-pixie-a" href="http://reblog.zemanta.com/zemified/2d42e752-7181-4afa-94ea-d5e3a39f9808/" title="Reblog this post [with Zemanta]"><img alt="Reblog this post [with Zemanta]" class="zemanta-pixie-img" src="http://img.zemanta.com/reblog_e.png?x-id=2d42e752-7181-4afa-94ea-d5e3a39f9808" style="border: medium none; float: right;" /></a><span class="zem-script more-related more-info pretty-attribution"><script defer="defer" src="http://static.zemanta.com/readside/loader.js" type="text/javascript"></script></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/5085099339081805783-1695452788978218685?l=susyartandsupplies.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>SuppliesHandcraftedhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05952097679694386014noreply@blogger.com1