More Flower Photos!

The good thing about the time change: I can still enjoy my garden and take photos after work! Here are some new garden friends that I discovered today!

My Kind of Protest

On the way home from work today, I was listening to NPR. They were discussing the various war protests taking place around the nation today. Naturally, the "Knit In" by the Granny Peace Brigade in Times Square caught my attention! I did some research and found these photos on sparkdance's flickr site.

All I can say is, AWESOME!!

For more photos from sparkledance, please visit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/sparkdance/tags/protest/

More Garden Happenings!

Aren't these little flowers so bright and happy? I saw them peaking out of one of my backyard pots this morning and had to share them with you!
Hope you enjoy them!

Yummy Skirt!

While perusing the Craftzine blog (a daily must!), I came across this gorgeous skirt!

Apparently, this is the first attempt at a skirt by the creator of the Blissed Out blog (see http://jo2308.typepad.com/blissedoutknitting/2008/03/my-first-skirt.html). I think she did an awesome job! I love the little doilie accents - they add so much character!
There are lots of great projects on the Blissed Out website, so I'll definitely bookmark it and check back soon for more inspiration!

Shelby The Bear

Yay! I finally get to see what little Shelby looks like in her bear hat! I had to make it so she would match her jungle room! See more about Miss Shelby in Kim and Chad's blog (see blog list at left).

Anna Tunic Finished!

Ok, so these are not the greatest photos! But, I just couldn't wait to share how the Anna Tunic turned out. The only changes I made to the pattern were to omit the lining and add darts at the bust. I'm really happy with it! After making one blouse (see http://rbnsnst.blogspot.com/2008/01/completed-projects.html), the second one seemed to go much more quickly and smoothly! Now I'm unstoppable! Ha, ha!

Anna Tunic In The Works

Well, I started making the Anna Tunic this afternoon after a trip to JoAnn's to buy fabric! I decided to go with the camisole length version of the pattern, which I think will be a nice addition to my work wardrobe. Here's the fabric and some of the pattern pieces:

I made some great progress today! I'll share the finished product when it's done!

Ugh! Anyone else wide awake? Supposedly it's 10:40 pm, so I guess I should be in bed! This time change is such a bummer...I know I'll be a sad, sad lady when the alarm clock goes off tomorrow morning!

Sunday Morning Laugh

While visiting one of my favorite blogs this morning (http://www.belleepoquewhimsy.com/), I learned about a fantastic site called Stuff White People Like (http://stuffwhitepeoplelike.wordpress.com/). Not only are the observations hilarious, they are also rather spooky in their accuracy. Here are a few of the items from the list that are most relatable to myself:
#84 T-Shirts (yay Threadless!)
#82 Hating Corporations
#75 Threatening to Move to Canada
#44 Public Radio
#41 Indie Music
For Erin & John: #38 Arrested Development
#35 The Daily Show/Colbert Report
#25 David Sedaris
#15 Yoga
For Meghan: #13 Tea
#5 Farmers' Markets
This is a VERY entertaining site, so be sure to stop by if you're in need of a good laugh! I'm bookmarking it!

I Love This!

I've been visiting all my favorite craft blogs this evening, and I stumbled across the following image on Etsy-Love (http://www.etsy-love.com/). Isn't it gorgeous?

This amazing design was created by Nervous System. They have an Etsy shop and a very interesting web site in which they share their process. Apparently, they begin with a pattern found in nature, then develop a "pattern generating algorithm" on a computer to further manipulate the design. Visit http://n-e-r-v-o-u-s.com/blog/ to learn more about the creative duo behind Nervous System.

My Flickr

Ok, so I finally broke down and started a Flickr account...
Please stop by http://flickr.com/photos/robynsnest77/ and leave a comment! If you also have a Flickr site, let me know so I can visit yours as well!
Talk at ya later!
Robyn

Off To The Sampler!

Well, here are my little brooches, all ready to go in the box! I made 25 pieces to contribute to The Sampler's April edition. What is The Sampler, you ask? Here is the info, straight from their web site:
"The Sampler is a super fun marketing & promotional tool for indie businesses. Each month, independent crafters, artists, shops, zines and record labels who run web-based businesses send samples and promotional materials to a contribution pool. All the samples are photographed, posted to the site and then are portioned out, put in little packages and sent off to Sampler Subscribers, other Sampler Contributors and members of the Media all over the world!"
This was a really fun project for me, which was suggested by my dear friend and craft goddess Tara (see http://paperspoon.etsy.com and http://buttoncollective.etsy.com). I also learned a lot about attempting to "mass produce" items that are handmade. The outcome? I'm just not a mass production kind of girl. I made several items that had similar colors and themes, but every piece was unique.
To learn more about The Sampler, visit http://homeofthesampler.com.

Baby Bustelo

While in Austin, I went to Diana's baby shower and visited "Junior's" nursery! Below, you can see that Diana made the most fantastic triptych in a space theme for the baby's room! And the crib looked so cozy, I wanted to curl up in it myself!



Diana isn't due for another month, but I'm not so sure...what do you think?

Future Sewing Projects

I just returned from a trip to visit Diana in Austin this weekend. Diana, who is my wonderful friend and an enabler to my craft addiction, gave me the following goodies:

They are Amy Butler sewing patterns for the Weekender Travel Bag and Anna Tunic! I've been salivating over the tunic since it went into production, and the bag is SO very cute! Looks like I'll have to get my sewing machine humming again! And, of course, I'll have to go fabric shopping! Hooray!

Oh Boy!!!

I'm so excited to share some great news with you all! I was contacted this morning by the creator of Cuteable, a great blog featuring all sorts of cute finds on the web. She featured my tree pin in today's post! Be sure to check it out and bookmark her awesome website! http://cuteable.com/cuteable-finds-165/1692

Erin & John Rock China!

For those of you who haven't been by Erin and John's flickr site lately (see link at sidebar), many new photos were uploaded this week! They recently returned to China after vacationing in Cambodia and Bali, so they had TONS of amazing photos to share. Here are some of my favorites:

Erin and John will be home this summer, and I can't wait. I love you guys!!

Ok, So I Lied!

Remember when I said I was only going to add books to my sidebar list that I finished reading in 2008? If not, see http://rbnsnst.blogspot.com/2008/01/reading-is-sexy.html for details.
Well, I lied. I keep remembering other AWESOME books that I read last year. Case in point: The Time Traveler's Wife. This is a wonderful book, and you really should find the time to read it if at all possible. What made me remember this book? Well, it appears that a movie version starring Eric Bana (droooooool...) will be coming soon to a theater near you. For more on this, see http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0452694/ .
As a general rule (with the exception of To Kill a Mockingbird), movies are never equal to or better than their literary counterparts. So, I urge you to read the book first. Then, go out and enjoy the movie when it's released because, after all, Eric Bana is HOT!

New Items in My Etsy Shop

Check out the new brooches in my shop! I LOVE the new wool felt that I purchased from a fellow Etsian, so I've been playing with it a lot! It's so soft and pretty!



Be sure to stop by my shop! Also, if you're shopping for wool felt, check out the FeltCraftStudio shop, http://FeltCraftStudio.etsy.com.

Another Bulb Photo!

I bet you can guess what's been blooming in my garden --- more bulbs! This one might be my favorite. The flowers have such intricate, lovely petals! Hooray!!

Won't be long until the wildflowers start to bloom...

Treasury #2

Check out my second treasury on Etsy, which I named Negative Space. It won't be up long, so be sure to visit this link before it expires!
http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=29099

Pretty Paper Designs

My friend Shelby sent me a link to the Inhabit web site, where they have a feature on recycled wall paper kits. I LOVE the tree below with the sweet bird house! And of course I can't resist anything with birds!

Learn more about these products at http://www.inhabitat.com/2007/10/06/inke-diy-recycled-wallpaper-kits/.
Happy Friday, everyone!

SALE!!

Be sure to stop by my Etsy shop on Valentine's Day to take advantage of this special holiday sale! Details are in my shop!

I Dig Goofy Dudes

WARNING: No craft will be discussed in the following post!

In honor of Valentine's Day, I would like to introduce you to two of my imaginary boyfriends. What makes them worthy of such a crafty lass, you ask? Well, these fellows may be good looking, but they relish opportunities to be completely silly and even ugly! My dear friend Maria can attest to the fact that a boring photo of a nice smile is only ok. The interesting stuff happens when you try to capture the most disgusting face possible. When the two of us are together, much of our time is spent taking pictures of our facial gymnastics and then laughing hysterically at the images that result! For more on this topic, skip to the end.

Without further ado, meet beau #1, Bill Hader:


Pretty cute, eh? Well, check out the following photos in which he REALLY shines!

Now, that's my kind of fella. I must say, though, that his impersonation of Peter O'Toole killed me! I didn't find a photo of that one, unfortunately!


Now for boyfriend #2, Paul Rudd:

Now, he is REALLY hot! But he is awesome at playing funny roles in funny get-ups!

Yep, those are my hot honeys.

By the way, if you should run into either of them, just send them my way. If it's in time for Valentine's Day, that's even better!

P.S. Amy Sedaris, eat your heart out!

In My Back Yard

Weekends are the perfect opportunity to appreciate what's happening in my garden. All the exciting stuff is best appreciated in the light of day, when I'm usually at work!

I received a lovely bird house from my coworker Rosie in our Secret Santa gift exchange, and I hung it up last weekend. I finally caught a cute little birdie eating some breakfast yesterday morning! Yay!

More bulbs are in bloom now, too! The yellow and white narcissus below is so pretty!

Cute Clippies!

Good morning, everyone! I love the weekend. It feels so good to wake up and face a day filled with promise (instead of work). There are so many things I could do in the garden, around the house, or with my crafts. Or, I could just curl up with a book!
I wanted to share a project I started this week. I have so many friends with kiddos right now, and it inspired me to make these cute little "clippies." When I was a wee girl, my mom made me a bunch of little clips with eyelet fabric, ribbon, and buttons. I absolutely loved my collection, and I wish I still had it for sentimental value.
These clippies are tiny and make fun little hair clips or mini-brooches. Of course, I couldn't resist making one with a bunny since Easter will be here soon. I will be adding them to my Etsy shop over time.
Have a great weekend!

Woo-Hoo!

I nabbed a Treasury on Etsy!! I feel like I won a prize!


Check out my treasury page at http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=27661.

Friday's almost here! Yay!

Hooray for Indie Finds on Etsy!!

I am so excited to announce that I'm featured on the "Indie Finds on Etsy" blog today! Everyone hurry over and check out this fantastic site! There is a lovely collage of my items, too!
http://indiefindsonetsy.blogspot.com/

That's Freakin' Awesome!

This TOTALLY made my day!

Wow! Look at Bob Ross and his happy trees! This is so fantastic, I'm at a loss for words. I'll just have to compliment the artist, Aimee Ray, by directing you to more of her work. Skip on over to her web site at http://www.dreamfollow.com/, or visit her shop at http://www.littledear.etsy.com .

Thank You Penelope!

Wow! I just learned that I have been awarded the first "You Are No Ordinary Cat" blog prize from Penelope. Where are my notes? Probably under a pile of magazines, yarn, and fabric. I guess I'll have to wing my acceptance speech. I certainly don't want to break the award rules and incur the wrath of Penelope! And I KNOW that Sindri would not appreciate Sadie in our home (see "Watchdog" post below).

I would like to thank Penelope the Cat for awarding me this most prestigious award. I realize there are many fantastic, talented bloggers out there. It is truly an honor to be recognized by such a distinguished feline. Thanks, Penelope. You rule.

Learn more about the fabulous Penelope, who is no ordinary cat herself, at her blog: http://www.penelopeandsadie.blogspot.com/ .

Watchdog!

Hear that ferocious growl? That threatening bark? Who is that on the other side of the door? No worries! It's only Sindri, who loves to look out the window and scare off the random cat or squirrel that comes by.

Actually, he's not too good at scaring squirrels. They have learned to sit on the fence and taunt him by twitching their tails.

At least he's entertained while I'm away at work...