As many of you know, I am an Arizona "gal", so I thought it would be fun to share with all of you some awesome Arizona artisans. Their work is incredible.
A wonderful mix of southwest decor, jewelry and even something for our lovable companions with four paws.
Showing posts with label arizona. Show all posts
Showing posts with label arizona. Show all posts
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Color of Snow as the Sun Sets...
This absolutely "gorgeous" Treasury on Etsy was created by WinterGarden on Etsy. Glenda and I were tossing around what winter is for some and from our fun and enjoyable conversation, she created this "beautiful" Treasury. Now, as much as I would love to hold your attention, I can't, soooooooo here you go. Enjoy!
There is nothing more beautiful than the colour of snow as the sun sets!
'Dusk' by wintergarden
There is nothing more beautiful than the colour of snow as the sun sets!
 Treasured - Geode Slice, Mot... $82.00 |  HOAR FROST MORNING -- 8x10 f... $25.00 |
 Australian opal necklace . T... $745.00 |  SALE Ruffled Sweater Dress M $60.00 |
 Winter Berries Pendant (with... $89.00 |  Queen of the Frozen Forest -... $42.50 |
 Fairytale Sky Birds, Fine ar... $25.00 |  Crochet Rag Coaster Set of (... $16.00 |
 Aleina Leather Bag in Laven... $156.00 |  violet. glass baubles dangle... $12.00 |
 lOvE alpaca X-Stream Fibers... $87.00 |  Glass, Hammered Copper - Nec... $70.00 |
 18th Street Snow 1 $50.00 |  Steel Lilacs - Lilac and Sil... $68.00 |
 Irridescent Purple Beaded Sn... $6.50 |  Frosty Winter Morning - Soli... $1000.00 |
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Monday, June 14, 2010
My Weekend June Arts & Craft Fair...
Wow, I survived the weekend! 22 hours in two days is incredibly long, but soooooo much fun! I met so many wonderful sellers and customers. Now the important question, do I still have a voice? For the answer.... NOPE! :) The photo above is my table prior to the fair starting. I love love love my new banner! My daughter surprised me with it last week, is she just too awesome?!
This is a brand new venue for this craft fair. I met the owner of the establishment, he is so into Arts & Crafts.
Since my banner colors are mostly blue, pink & purple I thought I would use the colors throughout my display. The photo below shows the corner glass shelf I picked up last weekend in a yard sale for $3. Isn't it pretty with the fresh coat of Sweet Pea Pink?
And now my earring display. I was so happy with how it turned out. I found this adorable whimsical metal mesh mailbox at Goodwill last weekend during their 50% of sale, got it for $5, brought it home and gave it a pretty color of French Lilac. To attach the earrings, I one hole punched the earring cards, used satin ribbon woven through the metal mesh and attached the card by tying the ribbon on each with a bow.
Front of Earring Display
Back of Earring Display
I can't wait for July now! Bring it on! 2nd Saturday & Sunday's Arts & Crafts is going to be my favorite time of the month.
Well, I hope you enjoyed my mini show of the craft fair.
Have an awesome week!
Carly
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Preparing for a Craft Fair...
I feel like I have been neglecting my Blog and ignoring my faithful readers. So I am here to apologize and let you know what is keeping me from my Blog this week.
I have been crazy busy with preparing for an exciting craft fair this coming weekend. This is the first of what we hope will become a monthly special event.
I have been crazy busy with preparing for an exciting craft fair this coming weekend. This is the first of what we hope will become a monthly special event.
For this event I have made a new item not currently offered in my Etsy or ArtFire online selling venues. What doesn't sell, will be offered next week. But guess what? I ain't gonna tell ya what! HA! So you will just have to stay tuned and hope they don't sell just to see what I made. :)
But to be honest, they are as cute as can be (don't you just wish you knew what they were?), so I am wishing and hoping they sell like you know what!
I have a new booth banner, YAY! and I have new display stands. My main focus colors of the booth are pink and purple, to be exact, Sweet Pea and French Lilac, ohhlala!
I promise to post photos next week and let you all know how it went! Keep your fingers *crossed* I sell out!
I don't know that I will have time to post again before the fair, so here is wishing everyone a spectacular rest of the week and an awesome weekend!
Carly
Monday, April 5, 2010
Easter Dinner and an Earthquake...
Easter in Arizona, home of the Grand Canyon, was quite interesting this year.
The family had gathered at my daughters home to celebrate Easter.
While my daughter was getting all the goodies together for dinner, my 13 year old granddaughter and me were sitting at the dinner table chatting about all the yummy food we were about to eat. Then suddenly she said she was shaking. What was my response? You must be hungry. HA!!!
Of course she laughed and then pointed to the swag light above the table, hmmmmm.... it was moving side to side. About this time my DIL stated she was shaking as well. We all laughed that everyone was getting hungry!
About a minute later it was announced on the radio that Baja, CA had just had an earthquake. This was when we all had an AHA! moment.
Of course it made for interesting conversation during dinner. But I will never forget what I said to my granddaughter who experienced her first earthquake tremor. :)
Have an awesome day everyone!
Carly
The family had gathered at my daughters home to celebrate Easter.
While my daughter was getting all the goodies together for dinner, my 13 year old granddaughter and me were sitting at the dinner table chatting about all the yummy food we were about to eat. Then suddenly she said she was shaking. What was my response? You must be hungry. HA!!!
Of course she laughed and then pointed to the swag light above the table, hmmmmm.... it was moving side to side. About this time my DIL stated she was shaking as well. We all laughed that everyone was getting hungry!
About a minute later it was announced on the radio that Baja, CA had just had an earthquake. This was when we all had an AHA! moment.
Of course it made for interesting conversation during dinner. But I will never forget what I said to my granddaughter who experienced her first earthquake tremor. :)
Have an awesome day everyone!
Carly
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Spring Fling March 23rd to March 31st...
Spring is one of my favorite seasons and Easter has always been one of my favorite holidays.
This last week I have been hard at work creating fabric flower button hair clips and ponytail holders with spring colors. Pinks, purples, yellows and greens.
Because I am feeling soooooo good, I have to pass it on to you.
Are you ready for this?
From March 23rd - March 31st midnight, shipping is included for any items in my Etsy shop.
Yes, you read that right, shipping is on me! :)
Just mention at checkout "Spring Fling" in message to seller to receive a refund of your shipping fees. **NOTE: Offer is valid only when message to seller is left.
Enjoy!
Carly
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
The Incredible Rescue Today of a Stranded Horse Named...
"Colorado"
Arizona has received quite a bit of rain in the last couple of weeks. A dry river bed in Buckeye, a suburb of Phoenix, was flooded because of the rain. The water current in the river bed was running fast!
Last Friday three horseback riders went into the river thinking it wasn't deep, they were looking for their dogs that had run off. Unfortunately the river bed was deeper than they thought.
One horse who had been injured while trying to escape the flooded river bed was put down because of the severity of his injuries. A second horse was pulled out of the river that evening. A third horse made it to a sand bar (it's sort of like an island) and has been stranded there since Friday. He spent four very long days on this island, until today.
A crew consisting of Equine Vets and helicopter pilots rescued the horse this morning. It was quite dramatic!
The picture below shows them preparing Colorado for liftoff. They have administered a tranquilizer to help keep him calm, the harness has been attached along with a blindfold over his head.
The following picture shows Colorado on liftoff, you can see the dirty brown water around the island...
Then incredibly he was in the AIR!
How awesome is this? Colorado had a soft, safe landing, YAY!
This story touched so many of us here in the Valley. Thanks to an anonymous donor who paid for the helicopter, Colorado is safe. :)Wishing all of you a Wonderful day!
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Feeling Like Summer...
Ooh, Ooh, Ooh, could someone tell me when Winter ended and how I managed to miss Spring too? It's been ranging in the mid 70's this week in Phoenix. Oh, I wish we could have had a few more cooler days. It's too early. I actually had to turn my A/C on for a bit yesterday afternoon. Are you jealous? HA!The tree in my backyard is so confused, poor baby lost his leaves mid-January and new leaves sprouted a week ago.
I have even found myself creating items in summer colors. Living in Arizona does give one reason to be confused.
Take my advice, if you cherish your sanity, don't move to Arizona. :)
Now you ask, why do I live here? I had no choice, being a Native of Arizona, there is no escape. I actually did try to move to Washington state a few years ago, sold my home, rented a moving truck, I was so ready. But it was not to happen. The BIG move landed me three miles down the road in a new home. I am doomed to be here, yuppers, do I sound resigned to that fact? Naw, nevvaa! *smile*
Maybe someday.... a girl can always dream!
Have an awesome day everyone...
Carly
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Arizona Skies...
Last night just before dusk we had a small storm move into the Valley, lucky for us. That's when we get to see some of the most beautiful skylines.With the sun setting, the clouds catch the last rays of sun and become the most gorgeous colors of purple and blues.
Arizona has it's faults, but this isn't one of them. Views like this make up for 120 degree days we endure during the summer months.
The sky colors here are often breathtaking.
Carly
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