Sassi Cookie Swap

Since most of the members at The Sassy Sisters in Sales don’t live close together and are friends and business associates only through the internet, we devised a new form of office cookie swap.

Instead of each sister bringing her favorite cookie to the office and taking some from other sisters, we are sharing our favorite product and our businesses with each other.

Each participating sister will leave her cookie here on the blog for all to sample, then she’ll take everyone else’s cookie and post it on her own blog or to her own list of viewers.

Want to get in on this and other fun events? Join The Sassy Sisters in Sales today!

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 My name is Teri and I create jewelry and gifts at http://thebeadedbranch.artfire.com
My cookie swap is hosted here http://thebeadedbranch.blogspot.com
 

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 I’m Trudy Miller, aka the Momma Goddess, and I am the owner/artist for Momma Goddess Treasures.  I feature hand designed and crafted jewelry and artwork that you can see at www.mommagoddess.etsy.com
My cookie swap will be located at:  www.mommagoddesstreasures.blogspot.com.  Stop by to check it out.
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~~I am Debbi Andersen and I am the Owner/ Operator of Charms N Things! http://CharmsnThings.com  If you are looking for something specific or need a custom charge just email me and ask! I am sure we can take care of you!  You can see my Cookie Swap at  http://debsgiftboutique.blogspot.com/
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My name is Jenn Brockman and I own and run Painted Laydies Mineral Makeup where you can find this and other great natural, handcrafted mineral makeup.  You can see my own cookie post at www.AlexShares.com

New Holiday Gift Sets Give Away Contest

Look what I found!!!  A contest!! Woopee, who doesn't like to win something???  Check out her contest and try to win.

I have 3 new gift sets available in my Etsy shop. These are mix and match gift sets. You can customize them with the perfumes, soaps and lip balms of your choice. They range in price from $10-23 dollars and may include shipping direct to the recipient with a card if you wish.

Pictured above is the deluxe listing is for your choice of 2 all natural soaps, 2 lip balms, a home grown loofa slice, and a perfume of your choice wrapped as shown in the main photo in a clear gift bag with a ribbon.

For the middle sized gift set you have a choice of an all natural soap, lip balm and perfume of your choice wrapped as shown in the main photo in a clear gift bag with a ribbon.



For The small sized gift set you may choose an all natural perfume and lip balm of your choice wrapped in a clear gift bag with a ribbon. I will be giving away one of these gift sets on December 18th. There are a number of ways that you may enter to win before now and then.



Receive entries for the following activities. Be sure to leave your contact info in your post and let me know about your activities. This contest is open to US and Canadian residents.:
~ 1 entry for leaving a comment with your preferred choice of perfume and lip balm
~ 1 entry for becoming a fan of Aquarian Bath on facebook
~ 1 entry for tweeting this post on twitter include @aquarianbath in your message
~ 3 entries for blogging this post on your blog
~ 3 entries for adding the new Aquarian Bath badge to your blog or website
~ 5 entries for making a purchase from AquarianBath

A winner will be chosen on list randomizer and announced on the blog on December 19th.

5 Steps To Wholesaling Your Craft

Wait until you read this blog!  This woman is a true entrepreneur and is willing to share her tactics with the rest of us.  I am inspired and I think you will be as well.

5 Steps to Wholesaling Your Craft is a great article with steps outlined specifically for your success.  She even has a contest going now to win more help from her and her staff of other business entrepreneurs!  Sign up now!

Momma Goddess will be at Spirit of Women Event

Momma Goddess will have her treasures at the Spirit of Women event shown below.  Try to join us for this event, we will have lots of holiday shopping ideas for you!!



DECEMBER
On Your Toes for the Holidays! 
             Dancing through the Festivities in Style
Celebrate the holidays with the physicians from Foot & Ankle Center of  Northern Colorado who will discuss common foot problems, treatments and the most current information to help you keep your feet in tip-top shape for the season and beyond.
Need holiday ideas and inspiration? Spend some time with local businesses and artisans gathering unique gift, food and clothing ideas, as well as holiday survival tips and more! Time to de-stress and dance gracefully through the holidays!

• Thursday, Dec. 3, 6-8 p.m.
• Greeley Recreation Center Classrooms, 651 10th Ave.
• FREE for Spirit Members/$10 for Non-members
  

Cyber Monday

I have been working hard to have everything loaded in my shop for Cyber Monday!!  You will find the biggest selection in the Etsy shop: www.mommagoddess.etsy.com for the jewelry items.  It just holds more items.  The www.mommagoddesstreasures.com shop has some great gift ideas for you.  For example, great little Christmas pins with an attitude, or bottle decorations for the proverbial gift of wine, or even lovely plant picks for your friend with the green thumb.  Check out that site and if you purchase, I will credit back any money charged for shipping!

Be sure to stop by to see what other new items I have in the shop.  I'm sure you will find something for that special person in your life!!  Have a GREAT Cyber Monday and don't forget FREE shipping!

Black Friday through Cyber Monday

There are sales galore right now to get you to spend that hard earned cash you have been hoarding.  The holidays are upon us and it is getting close to gift giving time!  What are you going to do????  Well, there are many opportunities for you to purchase some creative and unusual gifts without leaving your home.  Heck, you can sit in those bunny slippers and shop in comfort.

Both of my websites are offering FREE SHIPPING from now until midnight November 30th.  So do take advantage of that little savings.  I've been posting new items to the Etsy website like crazy!  Check it out: www.mommagoddess.etsy.com  or the regular website has a few items that aren't jewelry related; check under gifts, you will find a plethora of inexpensive items to save the day.  www.mommagoddesstreasures.com

For example: cute little holiday holders to place on wine bottles, or little signs of encouragement, or perhaps a wind chime, birdhouse, or plant stake.  Come on--give it a little view and you may be surprised.

Besides my shop, many other Etsians are offering some great sales:

Checkerboard Mini Cup Cards 12 pcs

$3 - Now that a good deal.  What a nice gift for that co-worker or Red Hat lady you know.

Check out her site at www.paperquick.etsy.com

Or what about:

Pick 2 Soaps Your Choice-Gift Set with Wooden Soap Dish

$13 and FREE Shipping this weekend

You can pick the soap smells and her soaps are FANTASTIC!!

Check out her site:  www.soaprehab.etsy.com

Etsy has so much to offer and you can rest assured that everything you receive is hand made with love.  Isn't that what the holidays are all about??

Search for UWIB or SSIS products for that extra special touch!!

 

 

A Few More Sneak Peeks

Here's a few more sneak peeks of new items from the last craft show. They will be on the site by Black Friday!!!


Golden metal swirl earrings with crystals and metal work on the bottom.

Gorgeous Sorta flowering Lampwork beads made into earrings with wire work and wrap.  Shades of purple to fit the regal season.

  Asymmetrical necklace with lampwork beads, picture jasper, 

green turquoise, and a spectacular pendant.  This one has a hand made toggle clasp and matching earrings.

Wait until you see this dazzling necklace!

Chandelier crystals surround a huge crystal pendant.

Keep watching the websites: www.mommagoddess.etsy.com or www.mommagoddesstreasures.com for these and many other new items.

Also, remember that all shipping is FREE starting on Black Friday, November 27 through November 30.  This will be the time to purchase your holiday gifts!!

Stay Tuned for New Treasures

Here's a little teaser of one of my new necklaces. Modeled by Tesa Johnston.

Sassi Affair Tomorrow

Mark your Calendar and plan to attend:



A Sassy Affair Shopping Extravaganza

Sponsored by Sassy Sisters In Sales

November 12th

10:45am - 11:15 pm MST

Various vendors representing a variety of products. There is something for everyone. Games, Prizes, Special Deals, Exclusive Savings! Invite your friends - they won't want to miss this either! All of our guests will be entered for a chance to win fabulous prizes, but you must REGISTER !!!!!!!

Event will take place on WAHMChats.com. In the menu select Chat rooms, enter your name, no password needed. Once logged in you'll be in "the lounge." At the top of the box click on the arrow & choose the room assigned to a Sassy Affair. Sit back and enjoy the fair! Chime in with questions or comments anytime.

If you are a vendor and are interested in participating, go to Sassy Sister Events and submit a vendor form. This is a free event. Your only requirements are to submit a prize (see terms for more details) and you must publicize the event on your blog or other social sites.

Come Join The Fun!

Large Craft Shows

So, I've learned a very important lesson over the last week. Large craft shows are not always money makers! KK Originals and Momma Goddess Treasures took the leap for a chance to show their jewelry skills and possibly make some money for the holiday season. Unfortunately, the promoter did not "saturate the market with advertising" as promised, so we did not have a very large attendance. The venue was huge and in a lovely place, the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, but the crowds were not available.

So, lessons learned: 1) don't believe everything a promoter tells you; 2) make the most of the opportunity--we did network and met some wonderful people; and 3) don't be discouraged.

We have gotten back into our studios and are continuing to create more one-of-a-kind items and treasures and we will continue to feel the value of making an awesome piece of jewelry for the lucky consumer that does find us.

We did take some pieces to the Art Showcase in Greeley for the Holly Days display and welcome you to contact us through the internet as well.

Colorado Eagles Reach for 150 Wins!

The ground is covered with snow and the temperature is dropping in Colorado, but there is no chill in the air in the Budweiser Event Center. Tonight the Colorado Eagles will face their first game against their rivals from Rapid City.

Rapid City is a new team to the Central Hockey League with this being their second season; however, they are already tied for first place in the Northern Conference and the Eagles want to take that spot away from the Rush, in addition to achieving the goal of 150 wins at the BEC in regular season play.

The Eagles’ top performer from seasons past, Greg Pankewicz, now retired and behind the bench as Assistant Coach for the team will no longer be able to lead the team from the ice. This role has been delegated to the new captain of the team, Riley Nelson, who recorded 500 game points while playing with the Eagles last Friday night.

Andrew Penner remains between the pipes as the Eagles’ goalie, but another Penner has been added to the squad. Alex Penner, Andrew’s brother, is now wearing an Eagles’ jersey and will be another enforcer for the team. Alex has shown no fear in our first three games and was actually ejected from the game last Saturday night with a game misconduct for secondary fighting. This could prove to be an exciting year for the Eagles’ fans.

The Eagles continue to sell out each regular season game and season six promises to be another one of those years. Tempers will flare, goals will be scored, fans will be on their feet, and dreams will continue to flourish at the Budweiser Event Center.

Sassy Holiday Affair!!

Mark your Calendar and plan to attend:

The Sassy Holiday Affair Shopping Extravaganza

Sponsored by Sassy Sisters In Sales

November 21st

10:00am - 5:00 pm EST

8:00am - 3:00 pm MST

Various vendors representing a variety of products. There is something for everyone. Games, Prizes, Special Deals, Exclusive Savings! Invite your friends - they won't want to miss this either! All of our guests will be entered for a chance to win fabulous prizes--but you must REGISTER !!!!!!!

Event will take place on MomChats.com. In the menu select Chat rooms, enter your name, no password needed. Once logged in you'll be in "the lounge". At the top of the box click on the arrow & choose the room assigned to a Sassy Affair. Sit back and enjoy the fair! Chime in with questions or comments anytime.

If you are a vendor and are interested in participating, go to Sassy Sister Events and submit a vendor form. This is a free event. Your only requirements are to submit a prize (see terms for more details) and you must publicize the event on your blog or other social sites.

Come Join The Fun!

Snow Day!!

We have SNOW!!! It is a lovely white day. The snow started last night and has continued all day. Just soft and peaceful flakes drifting down the entire day. Our little dogs had great fun playing in it and would run back in to warm up on Momma's lap. Lucy is a little black yorkie-poo and she was covered with the snow. Now, Ellie is an elegant little white poodle and a little more mature. She is a little lady and tried not to get so wet. When the squirrels stuck their little heads out to tease the dogs, we had a little frenzy in the snow, but for the most part it was out and back in to warm up.

Cold and snowy weather made it a perfect day for a crockpot full of stew. The house smells yummy and we didn't have to leave for any reason. That was the nice part.

Now if I would have to go out in this I have found a wonderful little addition to my wardrobe that I don't think I can live without. Picture this on a snowy day:
This is called Butterscotch Ripple Knitted Wrap in Sweet Caramel, Creamy and Chocolate Brown and is a creation of Fashion Touch, an especially nice Etsy shop. Be sure you browse her shop before it gets too cold in your area! She is a member of Unique Women in Business and will treat you well! Tell her I sent you!

In the meantime, stay warm and enjoy a little comfort food! Okay back to my studio . . . many treasures to create.

Busy Little Bee!!

We are headed into the holiday buying season and I believe I have set some high goals for myself. I have said yes to some upcoming art and craft shows while not fully realizing how many items I should truly have prepared. Why, I'm not even SURE how many I should have ready.

Kathy Kaberline, of KK Originals, and I will be in Denver at the Colorado Convention Center for four days in November. We have been told that 30,000 people walk through this event each day! Okay, now I'm starting to realize that I better make a schedule for my time in the studio. I will honestly try to produce two pieces a day, but I want to maintain quality and uniqueness as I try to accomplish this task.

After seeing the movie Julie and Julia, I just hope this doesn't end up in a melt down like she had. To prove that I have been an avid creator I will post a couple of my newest pieces here for your comments. Honesty please.


Remember, these items are available on my websites, don't even feel bad about lowering my inventory one little bit; if you love something, snatch it up soon!!!

I Love Hockey!!!

Hockey season started last night for our Colorado Eagles!! I love opening night! Everyone in the crowd is so happy to be back; we have new players to scope out and learn their moves; the crispness of Fall is in the air; and we have fireworks as the boys are introduced!! It is quite a production and adds to the excitement!

Last night Panks retired and that was quite an emotional thing for so many of us. I wear his jersey with pride to all my games--home or away--and I will continue to do so. His number was retired and is now the first ever to hang in the Budweiser Event Center. He will not be leaving us though because he has joined the coaching staff. So now we all look forward to keeping our eye on him on the bench in an entirely different manner.

Wonder how long before he has one of Coach Stewies' famous yard sales??? That's when the coach lets the ref know that he is not so happy with the call and proceeds to throw all the hockey sticks, water bottles, whatever he can get his hands on out onto the ice!! I remember the first time I witnessed this event and WOW! did it get the crowd stirred up! Of course, he watched the rest of the game from the locker room, but we always go on to win those games. Funny how that works, isn't it?!

That old saying is so true: Life Begins When the Puck Drops!!!

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

American Cancer Society Guidelines for the Early Detection of Cancer

The following cancer screening guidelines are recommended for those people at average risk for cancer (unless otherwise specified) and without any specific symptoms.

People who are at increased risk for certain cancers may need to follow a different screening schedule, such as starting at an earlier age or being screened more often. Those with symptoms that could be related to cancer should see their doctor right away.

Cancer-related checkup

For people aged 20 or older having periodic health exams, a cancer-related checkup should include health counseling, and depending on a person's age and gender, might include exams for cancers of the thyroid, oral cavity, skin, lymph nodes, testes, and ovaries, as well as for some non-malignant (non-cancerous) diseases.

Special tests for certain cancer sites are recommended as outlined below.

Breast cancer

• Yearly mammograms are recommended starting at age 40 and continuing for as long as a woman is in good health.
• Clinical breast exam (CBE) should be part of a periodic health exam, about every 3 years for women in their 20s and 30s and every year for women 40 and over.
• Women should know how their breasts normally feel and report any breast change promptly to their health care providers. Breast self-exam (BSE) is an option for women starting in their 20s.
• Women at high risk (greater than 20% lifetime risk) should get an MRI and a mammogram every year. Women at moderately increased risk (15% to 20% lifetime risk) should talk with their doctors about the benefits and limitations of adding MRI screening to their yearly mammogram. Yearly MRI screening is not recommended for women whose lifetime risk of breast cancer is less than 15%.

For more detailed information visit The American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org

This disease is such an important to issue to both men and women. Let's all THINK PINK this month and encourage our loved ones to have their appropriate screening.

Let me know when you have your mammogram and I'll send you a Pink bag for your use. These bags are terrific for taking to the grocery store to haul home your healthy items without all those plastic bags!!!

I also have these cute little pink earrings with hearts in my shop! Give them a look and remember to think pink this month!

Last Day of Nice Weather!

Today was the last day of nice weather here in Colorado--for a few days that is--and I spent most of it in the studio. I have some wild ideas spinning around in my head and I must create before things get lost in the proverbial fog. I do try to sketch ideas out when I can't be in the studio, but sometimes pieces just call to me.

So, today I worked on a lovely piece with antique brass, copper, gold, and gunmetal chains. Then I added some hand-painted silk to give it some warmth. Oh, I must admit it is turning out to be spectacular! I will try to take some photos, but there are so many beads calling me I'm not sure when I can stop long enough to snap the shots!!

I did make a few sample earrings for one of my brides for her bridesmaids and I believe she has made all her selections, so that will keep me busy for awhile as well.

And the Winner Is . . .

Sherri also known as The Eccentric Lady!!! Sherri won a $25 gift certificate to use at either www.mommagoddesstreasures.com or www.mommagoddess.etsy.com! I look forward to seeing her selection.

In the meantime, please give a round of applause to Dee Gordon, of Runako Designs and Girls Night Out, for all her efforts in making the Fall Online Business Women's Expo such a success. I know I thoroughly enjoyed browsing through all the shops and doing a little holiday list making.

I know where I will be shopping for my holiday gifts and decorations!

For example: Look at these adorable stocking stuffers from I Have a Notion.



Or how about: An Ultimate Gift Basket from Beautiful Body shop.

Drawing Tonight!!

The Fall Online Women's Business Expo was such a success! I visited many new sites and met awesome new artisans. We have such a diverse group and the items are truly amazing. Tonight is the drawing for the winner of the $25 Gift Certificate, so be sure to follow the steps to get your name in the drawing! Stay tuned . . .

Booth #3 CONTEST!!!!

Now for the fun part! To show my appreciation for everyone who has taken the time to stop by my booth, I'd like to offer each of you 15% off all purchases made in my Etsy or Website shops now through Tuesday night, September 29 at 11:00PM EST. Be sure to include the coupon code WFBE09 to receive your discount!

In addition to the discount I am also doing a giveaway. One visitor will win a $25 Gift Certificate to my shops. See instructions below for entry.

The winner will be chosen on Tuesday, September 29 at 8:00PM EST, so make sure all your entries are in before then! The winner will be chosen from random.org.

Here's how to enter:

Mandatory entry:

Become a follower of my blog. If you are already a follower, let me know in your comment.

Additional entries:

1. Check out my Etsy shop or my website and leave a comment telling me what your favorite item is.
2. Follow me on Twitter and tweet this giveaway. Leave a comment with your tweet. (1 entry per day).
3. Blog about this giveaway and paste the link to your blog.

Good luck! Remember to have all entries in by Tuesday, September 29 at 8:00PM EST.

Thanks again for stopping by my booth! Have fun shopping! Remember, the holidays are just around the corner! Yikes!

Booth #3 Fall Business Women's Expo!!!

It's Time for our much awaited Fall Business Women's Expo! I'm so excited to have this time for all of us and be a vendor for this event.


Here's how the Expo works:
Come back to Girls Night Out (use link button on left) starting at midnight, September 26th. leave a comment on Girls Night out, and let us know you were here, then visit the list of vendor booths on the right hand side all weekend, leaving comments and entering contests as you go and most of all have great fun! We've built our own little following here at GNO, but we want to spread the love around the blogosphere this weekend...so join us in the First Business Women Online Expo this weekend!!


So Let's Get Started about Momma Goddess:

The Momma Goddess has been passionate about art and making beautiful gifts for her friends and family for many years. I have dabbled in many mediums of art for years: oil painting, stained glass, acrylics, water color, and finally jewelry design. I LOVE LOVE LOVE making jewelry!! I have always loved to buy and wear jewelry and I like unique items. So, with this in mind, I try to create items that aren't readily available. I have been having a wonderful time with this new venture.

Here's a few items to know about me:

1. I have two beautiful daughters, Shilo and Tara, and they are indeed my muses. I always think of them when designing and wonder if they would wear it or give it as a gift.

2. I am located on Etsy, Art Fire, have my own website mommagoddesstreasures.com.

3. I specialize in Weddings and have been a featured artist on EmmalineBride.com.

Here are a few items from my shop:

My Very First Etsy Treasury!

I've been watching all the hype surrounding these Treasuries and now I understand! It is so fun to go through all the crafters on Etsy and find great items that you love! Then it is equally as exciting to post them for the world to see! I hope you enjoy this Treasury as much as I did making it.

Here's the Link: http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=83837

Treasure after Treasure after Treasure

I have been so busy in my little studio creating new treasures in preparation for the upcoming weekend.

First of all, I will be at the Whimmydiddle in Scott City, Kansas for the day! I am truly excited to meet some new people and perhaps see a few of the ones I met in Garden City. They are truly a spectacular group of people and I hope I can thrill them with a few new pieces.

Second, don't forget the Business Women's Expo located right here in the comfort of your own home! Yes, check out the blogs of all the creative women who have prepared a night of shopping and excitement from your own little nest. You won't even have to brave the weather, if it is bad in your location!

It has been rather cool in Colorado these past few days. We even had a little snow in Loveland this afternoon.

See you this weekend--either in person, or on the web!! Mention this blog and receive FREE SHIPPING!

Wow! That's Amazing!

I cannot begin to tell you about the last two days--we spent them in Denver at the International Gem and Bead Show! OMGosh! Sparkly objects everywhere--I had trouble staying focused!!!!!! We found some beautiful items to make into treasures for you. I will be in the studio non-stop until it is time to go to the Whimmydiddle! Those Kansas groupies will be the first to get to see the new treasures.

I will keep you posted!

Halloween is Right Around the Corner!

I love Halloween. It has always been one of my favorite holidays. We would always decorate the house so we could have a party or at least make Halloween night a festive occasion. Tara didn't like candy so she always dressed up just to answer the door. Of course, so did her mother! I love to dress up. We always made homemade treats or tried to find fun items to make sure the goblins would return year after year.

So, this year, the girls are gone to find their own lives in Florida and our tradition must continue! So look what I found for our little dogs! These are adorable; and what well dressed dog doesn't wear the appropriate apparel for the holiday? Check out this site (crazyforcollars.etsy.com): http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30557470

The girls will be going to the groomer and will don their new attire; and of course, I'll get a cute picture for you.

In the meantime, I better start decorating the house and thinking about making those popcorn balls!

Autumn is a Great Time for a Wedding

Are you planning an Autumn wedding? Check out the Etsy Wedding Street Team blog. They are having an Autumn of Giveaways, and who doesn't like free things?? I've meandered through their sites and have found some terrific wedding ideas and I think you will as well.

Here's a great item to include in the invitations from Design Circus: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=27780574



Stay tuned for more great ideas!

Fall Business Women's Expo Date is Slated!

Get ready for the Fall Business Women's Expo on September 26th starting at midnight!! More info to follow . . .

Artist of the Week

Check out http://www.emmalinebride.com/

I'm featured as the Artist of the Week! It is such an honor for me. Thanks to Emmaline Bride for choosing to showcase my talent. This is an awesome website for brides to find all types of handmade items for their pending nuptials. Check it out!

Did you say Whimmy Diddle?

Yes, I said it, Whimmydiddle! I am working hard to replenish my treasures so I have some wonderful items for the Whimmydiddle in Scott City. Here's a little blurb I found about it:

When: Sept. 26, 2009

Where: Scott City Park, Scott City

What is it: One of the most popular arts and crafts festivals of the year also has one of the most unique names — Whimmydiddle. The festival, named after an Appalachian wooden toy that whirls around with the wind, started in 1972 and has been going strong ever since. Vendors show off handmade crafts, clothing, furniture, jewelry, pottery and more. Money raised through the event is used by the Alpha Omega Sorority in Scott City, a local chapter of the Epsilon Sigma Alpha Sorority, a national philanthropic organization for women.

I look forward to seeing you there and if you mention this blogspot I will give you a 10% discount on your purchases. Can't wait to see you!!

Art in the Park Garden City

Okay, I'm going to try again. This weekend is back to Kansas for the Art in the Park in Garden City. Mention this blog for 10% off any item. Last week the wind blew so hard we could not put our items out, so let's hope it will be a nicer day for us on Saturday.

Offerle Fun Day

August 8th is Offerle Fun Day in Kansas! I will be attending and will have my booth set up for anyone that is in the area. Stop by to see me and we will get to know each other. It sounds like a fun day for all: Car Show; Bingo; Beer Garden (my husband's favorite); Raffles; Petting Zoo; Talent Show; Vendor Show; Dance; Food; and the traditional Horseshoe Tournament!! Woo Hoo! Stop by for a day of fun in the sun! Mention this blogspot and receive 10% off your purchase.

Greeley Arts Picnic

The Arts Picnic in Greeley was quite successful. We had an awesome time and met so many new people!! Here are a few of the pictures from our two days!

New studio layout

I bought a great little four piece desk set shaped in an 'L' for my studio. Found it in Craig's List for a very good price. So today we are rearranging and reorganizing my studio!! Yahooo! It will be so organized I wonder if I will still be able to create?? So, I'm still working hard on treasures for the Arts Picnic in Greeley on July 25 and 26. It will be my first one and I'm trying to make sure I have plenty to offer and also set everything up in a nice way. Wish me luck! I'll post some pics when I get it all set up.

Custom Wedding Work

I'm working on some custom wedding jewelry for a new client and I'm having a great time. She has marvelous ideas and mixed with my creativity it should be a wonderful mix!

Texture Art Class

Yesterday was an entire day of painting with texture--we mixed sand into our paint and had a great time. We also added fiber, wire and beads after the base picture was in place. It was an interesting day. We twisted the wire and fiber using a drill! The work is still drying and I will post a picture of it when I can take one in the afternoon light. I love learning new techniques and enjoy sharing them with others.

Yesterday I attended a bead and gem show in Denver and I cannot begin to tell you how much fun it was . . . sparkly stuff everywhere!!! This room was larger than a football field and there were tables and tables of beads from all over the world. I bought some beautiful treasures and I cannot wait to start creating. I will let you know when I have some pictures ready for viewing.

In the meantime, I've been learning some new wire techniques and I will be posting those soon. Lovely work with copper wire and silver wire. You will LOVE it!

Learning new jewelry techniques!

The last two days I've spent in classes learning new jewelry making techniques. I am so excited to share these new methods with everyone. I will get to work and start posting some new treasures. I've been coiling and wrapping, now all kind of new ideas are swirling around in my brain!!!

Art Class Day

I had an awesome day today--spent it in an art class. Made a fiber and copper weaved piece of art! It was a satisfying day working with the artist Kathy Keberlein and learning new techniques. She is an exceptional artist and works with many mediums. I'll post a picture of it later.

Whirlwind Day!

Literally, it has been a whirlwind day (the wind has been gusting all day) and I've been running around like a crazy person. Had to take the dogs to the groomer first thing in the morning and then made it home in time to ship a couple of sales! Yahoo! The new bookmarks have been popular--check them out and tell me what you think. I better make a few more just in case.

Picked up the beautiful pooches and then posted more items on my etsy site -- www.mommagoddess.etsy.com. Now, it's Friday night and I believe it is time to kick back and put my feet up for a breather! Have a lovely night and keep creating!

Beautiful Day in Colorado

The Momma Goddess has been busy photographing and uploading her new treasures. I've been making bookmarks and phone charms. Now who in their right mind will carry around a phone that doesn't make a statement? Really, that's what I thought as well! Some sparkle and glamour is important to all goddesses.

It truly has been a lovely day here in Colorado--sunny and cool. The Aspen have their leaves on now and the sound is lovely when a little breeze rustles through them. Such a relaxing way to spend a day!

Happy Birthday to Jenny Becker!!! My Tara Dawn's BFF! Have a fun-filled day Jenny!

A Beautiful Day for Creating a Dream!!

My lifelong dream to create art is finally coming to fruition. I'm staying home to follow my passion of creating treasures and have started a website in which to share these treasures with the world. www.mommagoddesstreasures.com is a dream come true. Each day brings new ideas and challenges to my passion. Yesterday I created bookmarks and phone charms that will enchant everyone. There is even one for Denver Bronco fans! ;0