New Project

You may have seen the project I took on for the library box and the cards for the purpose of finally having a place to put things like stamps, cards, business cards appointments, etc. really anything that could fit on a index card you could have a new spot that was tidy and neat for it!

Although this project was a pricey one- not only in the expensive box but in the decorative papers, extra glue, embellishments- need I go farther. Plus the time it took to finish this project was really much longer than I thought. Although, that said I think my friend will love her gift.

I got to thinking though if someone wanted to do this project with a different look you could do it, rather cheaply if you used the old papers you had and just maybe did a color theme, and embellishments to match and buy the cards only online through stampinton and company- I really am not sure of another vendor who carries them. Then get a wood box a foam brush, wood glue and paint- unless you have a color that would suit the cards you've made, that would be about it. You could print from your computer labels if you didn't want to write on your cards like I did.

So these pictures are what I came up with- I didn't change the outside of the card's although I made a different box to show you that you could make it a bit cheaper.

* I got my box at a store we have here in Washington called the craft warehouse and it was 40% off 3.99!

A Very Blissful idea!

How nice would it be to save money on your groceries like they do on T.V. well my darlings- I have ordered for a grand total of 17.00 plus shipping from fabulesslyfrugal.com the original price I believe is 37.00 but put in the coupon code save and bam! It takes it down and I somehow feel like I am starting to learn:)  Plus you can learn in your home rewind, fast forward and all that jazz! I am ashamed to tell you my grocery bill for a household of 4 people- partly to do with my demanding fresh foods out way the cardboard box crap!  So they said I should be getting it in a bout 5 days so ladies let the countdown begin.

You see I had tried to get into endless classes and they are always booked! These classes are so popular here I don't know about other states? If you had a chance to be Fabuloulessly frugal would you do so? Let me know what you think.

It is strange in some involving way that I opened this blog with the intent on helping others with Rheumatoid Arthritis and Fibro and also the healing works of crafts and I feel I have evolved into a lifestyle blog, simply about all my blissful finds, and crafts and makeup and a tad bit of everything.

Speaking of my cousins girlfriend runs a amazing blog called www.thevedahouse.com She even has a store connected which is a goal of mine someday- but I promise you would love the stuff- It is all very french farmhouse.  (my fav)  know I will be doing some shopping very soon there!

Happy Saturday - my plans today, maybe craft a little, relax in the gorgeous weather we are having and enjoy my family. grocery shopping today was a full time job! So relaxation is calling! Enjoy and thank you or Merci for reading!

I wanted to update you on my project!

Just in time for my dear friends birthday I think my project is nearing completion- a few last minute changes, but I have a mini file for everything from a business card to stamps to pre-made cards to send. There is a place for her to log birthdays and a place for her to track new recipes. I hope she likes it as much as I enjoyed making it! I think when you are making something intended for a person it puts an ease to making it, no stress because you know them so very well! Hope you enjoy the pictures!

I can't help but wonder what my next big project will be!

As I sit quietly

As I sit quietly looking at the lavender I just cut fresh from my garden, snuggled in my down comforter, my daughter napping. I got a bit curious about a designer on etsy. she too has a blog spot- twigs and honey- She is what I hope some day to become, a designer of all things of beauty and ornate detail. I started my artsy days with making linen flowers. They were unique and beautiful in their imperfections. I made them in hair pins and in brooches. I loved it. I expanded at one point and made my neighbor a 3 flower head band, so when I saw this ladies work I was in amazed at the fabulous laces and the flowers. Simply perfect. So it got me wondering why I stopped making those linen flowers, I think I need to start again, I have been re- purposed. I was not crazy after all/ there are people out there that will wear a gorgeous hair accessory. Please do not mis-understand I would never try to duplicate her work exactly, but when I saw it I got a push back in that direction. How gorgeous could I make my hair flair and accessories? We will have to see what the days bring.

This is what I love about what I do. One day you are making a handmade card and the next you are thinking about your flowers you made a few months back.

I am telling you though- check out twigs and honey- this designer is devine. Not to mention the way she betrays her brand, but everyone has there own touch. That is what makes our creativity individual- I could never re-create her work and well maybe she could recreate mine. It does make me reach a bit farther for that star I once saw shining.

Chasing dreams is something I hope to never stop.

My Poor Muscles!

After yesterday's blog I woke up this morning and my first words were ouch!!!!!! I overdid it- but I always have told myself when it comes to working out, you never know when you have pushed it until the next morning you really feel it! Well goodness gracious was I ever glad to get straight to my art table this morning and work on some cards and such! No crazy Yoga today!- Maybe tomorrow? :)

To all of my Yogi friends~this one is for you

I am not sure if you have heard of a little DVD called yogalosophy - it was put out by Jennifer Aniston's  yoga instructor- which of course got me curious about it ( look at how fit she is!) so today was a yoga kind of day. I typically do traditional types of yoga, I have my blocks and my pretty mat and love to work on my body and mind at one time in my bare toes. I mean does it get better? There is something about the traditional form that I am in love with.  It is pure bliss- I am one of those that feels I get that yoga glow- that happiness that surrounds me and stays with me for long after, like I have a bubble surrounding me that no body can break.

But this yogalosophy was a all new adventure. The trainer is Mary Ingber and she is tough yoga- she turns yoga into a serious muscle workout! I thought when I ordered it, I was getting that blissful body workout that most yoga is about- although I have never done hot yoga (which I also hear is hard core). So you can imagine my surprise when I am doing squats with yoga mixed- but I like it. I will always be more inclined to do the basic yoga, but this is one great workout!

Although, here I am at 3:00 p.m. and I have done that video and Tracy Anderson's dance workout- showered did the whole lotion and blow out thing, flat ironed my hair, did dishes and have two kids tucked in bed to take naps- this is how a blissful day begins! After naps we are off to a cookout and fire works- although I already got my muscles fired up! Happy 4th to you all! I hope you enjoy your day and make it a special one. Even if that is just trying a new workout or maybe eating a red, white and blue cookie! That sounds so yummy! Bye for now.

A day full of bliss at the farmers market

The sun was shining, the booths were full of fabulously fresh vegetables and other homemade goods.  I purchased some gluten free fudge and lots of different types of veggies to make salads with. I have read a salad a day keeps the pounds away! We also stopped by my wonderful friends booth where she sold her famous granola- I swear I think everyone including myself in our neighborhood! She makes Gluten free vegan blends (the one I get) called running dummies blend, and a regular blend that I am unsure of the name of.

There were flowers around me and tables set up to tempt you to come take a look at their pastries! I took lots of pictures of our family fun filled day.

Today we have a picnic in store at the sprinkler park today and it is a gorgeous day to do it!

By the way I went to the salon that first introduced me to butter, where I got my nails sheliaced(love them!) So you will see the pictures I took of the polish displays - so pretty I hope I captured the beauty of  the product. I am new to trying to take excellent pictures for all of you!

I hope you enjoy the new pictures. Enjoy your day, with your mind, body and soul= a day of bliss.