Thrifty Thursday

Last time I was home I went to visit my Buni. We spent a lot of time catching up and chatting about our current craft projects. I had taken one of my quiet books to work on (which, consequently, no work actually got done) and explained to her my newest felt food creations. I could see her eyes lighting up as we talked, only to find out she had some supplies she was dying to give away.

Lucky for me, it was everything I use (well, except the large glass jar of seashells). Embroidery floss from her sister (which is more than 25 years old), fabric, beads, glue sticks, a random Christmas ornament and more. She tells me she has heaps more in her garage, so maybe we'll go exploring that when the Spring comes around.

Thrifty Thursday

I'm excited to show off my newest creations, which have been handcrafted for a great cause! I was asked to donate some Fairview Place goodies for the Crystal Ball for a Cure silent auction. Since the event is always held at the Oceanfront (this year it's at the Contemporary Art Center in Virginia Beach), we decided to go with an ocean theme. We're putting together a baby basket with lotions, wash clothes and fish-shaped baby toys, along with my handmade ocean-themed quilt and "Ocean Pals" quiet book.

I could not be more honored and ecstatic to be apart of such a great event. I went a few years ago and it's so much fun, now they've given it a Halloween theme and encourage attendees to dress up. If you want to buy a ticket there is still time, check out the details here.

If you'd like to custom order a themed baby quilt or book, please shoot me a message. And don't forget to check out all the handmade goodies over at the shop.

Day 30: Lists to Make

I can't believe it's the last day of September, and the end of 30 Days of Lists. It's been quite an eventful month and I have a book full of lists to prove it! As my 10th grade English teacher always said, Happy New Month Eve!

1. Holiday-themed and related projects for Fairview Place

2. Places to travel in 2013

3. Weekend to-do's

4. Grocery list (it's never-ending)

Check out my whole month of lists here!

Day 27:

I wish my list were longer!

}} traveled/moved to Thailand

}} Stood up/spoke my mind to my dad (about his love life, ha)

}} quit my day job

}} moved away from home

}} gotten a colonoscopy

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Day 26: Trends I cannot Stand

This one was actually a hard for me to come with things that weren't shoe-related! Here goes!

>> Toddlers & Tiaras - especially 'Honey Boo Boo'

>> Toeless Boots

>> When people call their child "My Mini." Do you really want them to be a miniature YOU?

>> 9" heels (and the ones that look like belong in a porno)

>> Metallic-looking clothing

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Day 25: Places I've Lived

1. Alliance, Ohio (hometown)

2. Indiana: Muncie & Indianapolis

3. Newark, New Jersey

4. Norfolk, Virginia

5. Chiang Rai, Thailand

6. Portsmouth, Virginia

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Day 24: Yesterday Was...

I had a great Sunday! It started with some crafts, video chatting and a trip to the gym. Followed by a ferry ride to Portsmouth and dinner with Mike. So yesterday was...

* Oktoberfest

* the perfect Fall day

* filled with tasty food & adult beverages

* productive

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Day 23: Current Favorites

This one was actually a little hard, because I kept thinking food!

Driving with the windows down

Morning oatmeal

"Breaking Amish" trust me on this one and just watch one episode...you'll be hooked!

Pumpkin beers

Football on TV (mostly because it forces me to relax for a few hours)

Trivia Thursdays at Snappers with the gang

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Day 21: Things I Bought this Week

I was actually pretty good this week...And I actually took some pants back I bought last week!

1. Groceries

2. Bagels (lunch)

3. Pizza (dinner)

4. Drinks

5. Shipping supplies

6. Halloween treats...for some lucky girl :)

7. Conditioner, razors and lipstick

8. Fairview Place Packaging (i.e. clear plastic take-out boxes)

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Day 20: Fictional Friends

>> Monica (Friends)

>> Daddy Warbucks (every girl needs a father who buys her everything :)

>> Falkor (flying Luck Dragon? Yes Please!)

>> Inspector Gadget (Never know when you'll need a detective on your side)

>> Spencer (from Criminal Minds - he's like a real life Inspector Gadget, but cuter!)

>> Johnny Castle (just to learn how to dance so fabulously)

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Day 19: Events I'd Like to Attend

There is simply not a large enough piece of paper to list all the events I'd like to attend. So these eight will have to suffice. 

++ Carnivale

++ Holi

++ The World Series (come on Orioles!)

++ The Olympics (any event would do)

++ Presidential Inauguration

++ Oktober Fest

++ PGA tournament (this is actually a possibility next April)

++ My wedding :)

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Day 18: Favorite Names

I could go on and on with names I like, but I promised they'll all be "Grandma and Grandpa" kind of names. They are just so much prettier!

|| Ellis (call him Elle)

|| Eleanora (call her Nora)

|| Cole (my Grandmother's maiden name)

|| Josephine

|| June

|| Henry (yes, we can call him Hank)

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Day 17: Excuses

// I'm tired //

// Mike has a meeting //

// We already have plans //

// Tunnel traffic //

// Work just called //

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Day 16: Things I'd Like to Learn...

Always enjoy this one, since it's always changing.

• Another language 

(Spanish, Romanian or Sign)

• Golf 

 (how to play)

• House stuff

 like building cabinets, laying tile, remodeling a kitchen and so-on

• Bartending 

never know when I'll need a night job

• More photography techniques

• HTML 

(I'm not really interested, but I know I should learn)

• How to make sushi

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Day 15: I know I'm young at heart when...

>> Build things with Legos (with Mike)

>> I stay up late partying (or just watching late-night TV, ha)

>> I eat milk and cookies

>> Playing in the sand

>> Watching 'The Grinch' or setting up for Christmas in general

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Day 14: I know I'm getting older when...

Hard to read my yellow sharpie...but it says:

>> The hangovers get worse weekly

>> People born in the 90s are functioning adults

>> I say "when I was a kid" or "when I was your age"

>> My friends are all married and have babies

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Day 13: Dinner party invitees

My best friend, who is also doing the lists, and I decided that we'd allow ourselves to be cheesy on this one. Just because we never get to see our closest friends and family (her more so than me, since she lives in Spain). So I'd have one kickass dinner party full of lots of friends and delicious food. My invitees are:

Emily

Aaron

Shawn

Krissi

Adrienne

Nick

Doug & Lizzie

Michelle

Mom & Dan

Dad

And of course Mike, but that goes without saying :)

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Day 12: Fictional Places I'd Like to Live

I could spent all day thinking about this one!

^^ The Shire (yes, I think I'd fit)

^^ Hogwarts (post Voldemort)

^^ Whoville

^^ Neverland

^^ Halloween Town

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Day 11: Favorite Scents & Smells

>> Buni's Christmas Dinner
(my paternal grandmother, who makes rice pilaf, fried chicken, ham, Romanian pigs 'n' the blanket and salad...really a vegetarian's nightmare, but I still love it)

>> Fresh Laundry

>> Grandma Barb's linen closet

which doesn't smell like fresh laundry, but is very nostalgic for me

>> Sawdust

>> Pumpkin or spice scented anything

>> Mike's cologne

I realized I never posted a photo of my book in its entirety...
I used leftover scrapbook paper for the pages. The majority of the numbers are from a set of vintage flashcards I bought more than 6 years ago. I have finally put them to good use!

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Day 10: I am at my best when...

1. I'm with family and friends

2. I'm waking up from lots of sleep (9+ hours and not alcohol induced, ha)

3. I've exercised and eaten something healthy

4. I'm basking in the sun, rather after a shower from basking in the sun

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