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November 18, 2013

Item of the Week in my Etsy Shop – Blue Rose Garden Neckwarmer

This stunning buttoned neckwarmer with blue roses is half price in my Etsy shop for one week only – slashed from $19. Continue reading
November 17, 2013

The Weekly Word – Mark

And he said, Whereunto shall we liken the kingdom of God? or with what comparison shall we compare it? It is like a grain of mustard seed, which, when it is sown in the earth, is less than all the… Continue reading
November 15, 2013

On Sizing Vintage Gloves

When I started buying gloves on the internet because I couldn't stand not bidding on the beautiful gauntlets I kept seeing, I ran into a problem. Of course that was that I didn't know what size I was, and many… Continue reading
November 11, 2013

Item of the Week – Set of 2 Needlefelted Charms

These cute pastel needlefelted charms or pendants for crafts or wearing are half price for one week only in my Etsy shop – slashed from $6. Continue reading
November 10, 2013

The Weekly Word – 1 Peter

But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear. -1 Peter 3:15 Continue reading
November 8, 2013

November Tutorial – Vintage Yo-Yo Shoe Clips in 20 Minutes or Less

I love having little things to spice up my wardrobe occasionally, and how much better can it get than when it costs next to nothing and only takes a few minutes? This month's tutorial shows you how to make the… Continue reading
November 7, 2013

Lady Grantham 2-in-1 Earrings Pattern

Inspired by the jewelry worn on Season One of Downton Abbey by Lady Grantham during the Titanic era, these earrings you can wear 2 ways are the perfect way to make your own elegant jewelry for your Victorian, Edwardian, or… Continue reading
November 4, 2013

In the Music Box

It's hard to believe that even though the maple trees in my yard still are yellow torches standing in perfectly circular pools of yellow, Advent will soon be here! I learned that the month of December is not enough time… Continue reading
November 4, 2013

Item of the Week – Needlefelted Earrings

These lavender needlefelted earrings are 50% off for one week only in my Etsy shop – slashed from $14. Continue reading
November 3, 2013

The Weekly Word – Jeremiah

I will gather the remnant of my flock out of all the countries whither I have driven them, and will bring them again to their folds; and they shall be fruitful and increase. And I will set up shepherds over… Continue reading