Well, I am happy to let everyone know that my family is on the road to recovery. Cedi’s taking a little longer than the rest of us but I’m sure she’ll be there all of a sudden. I’m still trying to gain some energy back, but I’m sure I just need to feel a bit […]
Merry "Sick" Christmas
Well, it’s bound to happen sometimes. Cedi and I are still sick (ucky stomach-flue sick). Cedi was feeling so much in the non-holiday spirit that she had Mommy open her presents from Santa…a mom hates to see that. We are also unable to attend the ‘Van Grunsven’ Christmas which means we’re missing the hat exchange. […]
A Day in Poynette at Little Blessings
If you ever find yourself in the quaint little town of Poynette and are looking for a cozy little shop to sip on coffee as you browse through fun goodies, you definitely need to stop by Little Blessings, Coffee and Gift Shop. Here’s what their flyer says: Little Blessings offers many different gifts and fresh […]
An Apple A Day Treasury
It is only fitting since I own/operate an apple orchard! Here are my featured artists/crafters: Jenniferladd’s Apple trees clasp clutch purse from http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5397355 Pammydawn’s An Apple A Day SET of 2 – M2M Alexander Henry Apples and Pears Fabric – Wool Felt Snap Clips or Pins from http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5707054 Leatherprince’s Green Apple Leather Keychain from http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5774521 […]
Interview with WhichGoose
Interview with whichgoose from http://www.whichgoose.etsy.com/(one of my favorite shops on etsy!) Tell me a little bit about your background in arts and crafts. I have no formal training, but I guess I’ve always been the type of person who liked making stuff. I also paint sometimes, but not well, and it usually frustrates me. I’m […]
photos from the 2008 Wisconsin Street Team Holiday Trunk Show
photos from the 2008 Wisconsin Street Team Holiday Trunk ShowOriginally uploaded by MineFull Here’s a pic mineFULL took of me selling my things at the 2nd Annual etsy streetTeam Wist Craft Sale at Lazy Jane’s Cafe in Madison, WI.
FIRST INTERVIEW with Jennifer from 'MineFULL"
MineFULL – Mindfully made handcrafted itemshttp://www.minefull.etsy.com/ Tell me a little bit about your background in arts and crafts: Like most artists and crafters I can’t remember a time when I wasn’t making something. My Mom is a great sewer and would sew me clothes (I liked having things that were different than everyone else!). When […]
Artist Interviews
Very soon I will start writing up interviews that I have sent out to various artists’ that I admire (hopefully today). It is a scary world out there for everyone right now and I plan on doing my best to help get other peoples names out there. It has also been interesting for me to […]
Rosy Pinks! Treasury
Here are the artists that I have featured in my latest treasury! Structural Pink Sapphire Ring – sophisticated, modern, hand forged sterling silver with faceted gemstones from Crowsnestmountain’s shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6507682 PETALS FREE SHIPPING – Bobbypin set of 2 in Sunset – bobby pins from MGMart’s shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6059271The Gothic Collection-Rose Garden Earrings from Staroftheeast’s shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5203404Art […]
fantastic resources to save the small business toy/baby product makers!
Fantastic Resources–The Handmade Toy Alliance (check out their proposed changes, a lot of which make a whole lot of sense–CPSIA Facebook Group–CPSIA information group on ning–Z Recommends: Five steps you can take to save natural toys (excellent reading)–Fashion Incubator–The Smart Mama–Etsy business forums (including this specific thread on local media coverage)-Twitter: Search using the #CPSIA […]