Friday Afternoon Goings On . . .

I haven't been taking many photos this week.  Instead I've been busy in my studio working on some gift tags and cards.  I haven't created anything new in a while but I'm getting the itch again.  It's probably part of the "nesting" instinct that kicks in about this time every year when the mornings are cooler and the days start to become noticeably shorter.

I have a huge collection of vintage baby cards that I've collected over the years.  They've been sitting in bins for so long and I wanted to upcycle them into something that puts them out into the world again.  They're just way too beautiful to keep hidden away in bins!!  So I cut them up and turn them into gift tags and greeting cards.  I started selling them at craft fairs and people really liked them.  I do the same with old Christmas cards as well.  I'll share some of those in the not so distant future.  : )

Here's a gift tag made just for twins.

Vintage baby cards are the absolute sweetest, aren't they?  Add some vintage ribbon or trim and some pretty paper and embellishments and voila!!!  : )  If you'd like to see more, you can pay a visit to my Etsy shop that can be found here.  Now I'm off to the grocery store for the second time in as many days.  Have you ever just looked around and become so overwhelmed by all the choices in the market that you just kind of throw your hands up and think tomorrow's another day and head straight for the checkout line?  That's what I did yesterday.  We have family coming for a late summer bbq tonight.  My in-laws are heading back home to Florida soon and we all wanted to get together for one last hurrah.  It's always bittersweet but fun.  Any special plans going on this weekend in your neck of the woods??  : )


Have a beautiful and peaceful and safe weekend my friends ~ Wendy

A Few of my Favorite Etsy Things for the Holidays . . .

One of my favorite ways to spend a few minutes alone with the computer is to visit all of the wonderful shops on Etsy.  If you've never visited this highly addictive on-line market place (can't say I didn't warn you!!) you are in for a real treat.  Just like my other favorite place to visit, Pinterest , Etsy allows you to get lost in visual loveliness.  One of my favorite places to be lost in!!  : )

These adorable handmade polka-dotted ornies are available at HandyHappyHearts.

The stocking and adorable letter to Santa were found in my newest favorite Etsy shop, Elm Tree Studio .  I also found the little banner below there and couldn't resist purchasing it for my daughter's room.  I've been looking for something small to hang in her room and this was perfect!!

These absolutely wonderful linen trees were found at Adatine .  This shop is from Lithuania and has so many adorable things in it and not just for Christmas either.

For quite a while now, I've been in love with Julie Collings shop .  She always has the sweetest little things in her shop and also sells kits for you to create your own goodies with.  Definite eye candy!!  : )

One of the kits in Julie's shop.

How sweet is this vintage cotton ribbon that I found in theStationeryRoom ??  There are also red and white striped paper straws for sale that would be wonderful for a Christmas dinner table. 

Okay, so I had to include this hunky little elf!!  : )  He can be found at the merriweather council .  She has lots of other great things for sale but, seriously, what more could you ask for than this?? 

Except for maybe this!!!!  LOL!!  Okay, I'm finished now!!  : )

These pretty little snowflake earrings are for sale at picturing , a wonderful shop from Germany.  She has lots of other beautiful items for sale and they're all handmade.

This needle-felted snowball tree can be found at Fairyfolk .  So sweet for a table top or mantle.

I fell in love with this adorable tea towel.  It can be found in Apple White's absolutely wonderful little shop.  In fact, I loved this towel so much, I just purchased it.  : )  Couldn't resist and I have the perfect spot for it!!

I've been in love with vintage Santa mugs since the first time I ever saw them!!  These two are from A Needle in the Hay.

How sweet are these vintage 1950's ornaments??  They can be found at The Heirloom Shoppe along with lots of other vintage goodies for both the holidays and every day, too.

 I could keep going on for hours but guess it's time for me to start my day.  It's a beautiful day here in New York.  The wind is blowing and the sky is bright blue!!  Brrrrrrr!!  I think our surprise 60 degree days are officially over!!  : )


Many blessings for a beautiful day ~ Wendy

Autumn on Pinterest . . .

My name is Wendy and I'm addicted to Pinterest!! If you're not quite sure what it is that I'm talking about you can find it here . Once you get a taste of it, there's NO turning back!!! You can't say I didn't warn you. : )


Some of my favorite recent "pinnings." Very autumnal . I love that word and use it as often as I can this time of the year!!

A felted brooch found at Intres on Etsy.

Crocheted lace earrings found at FebystsanDesigns on Etsy.

Vintage bud vase found at willowonthewater on Etsy.




Felted wood pumpkins found at mmwolters on Etsy.

Orange felted brooch by crafts2love on Etsy.

Falling leaves applique earrings by ThatOldBlueHouse2 on Etsy.

Linen pillow cover from sukanart on Etsy.

Hanging wool acorns by Fairyfolk on Etsy.

Fall Days art print by saranorris on Etsy.


I could go on and on and on . . .


Many blessings for a happy and peaceful Thursday.

~ Wendy