New Packaging

Since I'm "going green" this year, I thought my packages should be included. Instead of wrapping everything in tissue paper that gets thrown into the trash, your items will come wrapped in a pretty ribbon. You can re-use this ribbon for scrapbooking, gifts, crafts...anything that will keep it out of the garbage. I also designed new tags. I just needed something fresh and pretty. Thanx to all of my fabulous customers for already doing your part by shopping resale! Don't forget to recycle the box when you receive your order!

Calgon...Take Me Away

I just thought I'd share with you why I can't get any work done until after everyone goes to bed.

Last night...The Princess decided not to let Pumpkin eat no matter how much he meowed...

My Buddha (a.k.a. my son, Adam) decided to practice break dancing...

And my dear husband decided to give him lessons...

Meanwhile...My Drama Queen (a.k.a. my daughter, Yasmine) is mad and yelling "BE QUIET" at the top of her lungs because she can't hear what's happening on MTV...

I decided to just give in and enjoy the moment. Needless to say, I was up late working again...But I wouldn't trade any of it for the world ;)

2008 To Do List

Since I already broke my New Year's Resolution by eating a piece of chocolate cake last night...I thought I'd make a 2008 to do list instead. It's less formal and I'm more likely to get these things done. I'll blog about each one as I do them. I hope I inspire some of you to do the same!





1. Go to Yosemite - I only live about 2 1/2 hours away and I've never been.

2. Get pink highlights in my hair - Just something fun I've always wanted to do.

3. Buy a bunch of cute canvas shopping bags and USE THEM - I drive myself crazy because I never throw away plastic bags. I save them with the intention of recycling them and then I forget. So I have tons of plastics bags taking up a cupboard in my kitchen.

4. Get up-to-date on my scrapbooking - Wish me luck!

5. Frame my prints & pictures - I have about 10 prints and pictures that need to be hung, but are still waiting for the trip to the framing shop.

6. Visit the Winchester Mystery House - I only live an hour away...no more excuses!

7. Put out a newsletter EVERY MONTH for my business - I haven't been too good about that :}

8. Read ALL of the books I have bought before buying more - I LOVE reading...books are my weakness (right after chocolate).

9. Eat at Chez Panisse - It's on the list of 1,000 Places To See Before You Die. It's in Berkeley which is once again...only an hour away...

10. Begin learning web design - It has sparked my interest lately.

So there you have it...I've posted my list for the world to see. Now I have to follow through ;)

Welcome Baby Gillian

I'm making the favors for my sister-in-law's baby shower next week. I just thought I'd share because they are turning out to be really cute. Inside the little bag is a pink organza pouch filled with candy. Gotta go...I'll be spending the rest of the day getting all those last minute things for Christmas :}

Merry Christmas

We have tons of ornaments on the tree. Different ones that we have collected throught the years...but my favorites are the ones my kids have made. This wreath made out of pasta and a pipe cleaner is so special to me. Especially since my daughter, who is now in high school, made it. Time just goes by way too fast. Before I know it The Princess will be in school and bringing home more ornaments that will hang proudly next to her sister's and brother's handmade ornaments.
On a side note...I know why I was so cold...I ended up getting the flu. It lasted a couple of weeks, but I feel much better now and I'm not so cold anymore!
Merry Christmas everyone!!!

I'm Freezing...

It has been so cold. Ok...I have been so cold. It's been about 43 degrees when I take the kids to school in the morning and then it warms up during the day. Then it gets cold again. I know it's still warm compared to other areas of the country, but I can't seem to stay warm no matter what. Even with a nice fire going and two layers of sweaters. I'm still cold. I try to stay active. I did my workout this morning for 40 minutes. I cleaned house, worked, played with The Princess. I even took a walk with my husband and our puppy...I came back frozen. And it's only going to get colder. So I thought I'd share this picture of one of my garden angels. I took it in the summer so it makes me feel a bit warmer when I see it. Stay warm!

Ready for Christmas

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. I did...we were blessed with good food and family...that's what life is all about! Now I'm ready for Christmas...and so is The Princess!

Get your resale on....

Here's a peek at some of the adorable clothes I'll be listing tonight. I have some really cute maternity clothes too. I usually put on a good movie to help me stay up late. I think Titanic sounds good....I'm a sucker for a good romance movie.

New Banner

Thanx so much to Susan Tuttle. Doesn't my new banner look great!!! Check out her site for some amazing and unique art work.

I LOVE HALLOWEEN!!!

My big princess

Princess Tatiana

Sparkles The Clown

Shani...you look so cute!



Last Saturday I took my princess to the local halloween parade. It was downtown & anyone with a costume could participate (including pets!) Princess Tatiana chose to just watch this year. After the parade we had fun trick-or-treating at the downtown shops. Even though our town is growing fast it still has that small town feeling. You can always count on running into somebody you've know for years! It's especially nice around the holidays.

It's the little things....

It is so sweet when my husband does the little, unexpected things. He made this swing for our kids and hung it from a tree in our new backyard. The kids love it & I love him ; )

For the Queen...

I will be adding a new section soon just for moms (or the queen as I like to refer to myself) Pretty & fun things that I find on my buying adventures. I know you're probably just like me....always buying for the kids. Now you can spoil yourself (well...soon anyway!)I'm so excited...I better get back to work!

The Perfect Spot part 2

Surprise, surprise....the perfect spot is still the dining room! I have a huge window in my new dining room & when I took some pix there they came out perfect! Above is a sampling of some of the new items I have in stock. Select items are still 1/2 off!!!

The Perfect Spot

Now that I am settling into my new home, I need to find the "perfect" spot to take the pix for my website. In my last house I had the perfect lighting for most of the day in my dining room. I guess I just have to play around with some pix before I find my work spot. Wish me luck....

I'm back!

Well...we didn't end up in Texas after all.....but we did move into a new house in California. I'm almost done unpacking & sending off the orders that I received while I was away. Thanx everyone for your patience! I have a great big buying weekend ahead of me. And that means more great stuff for you! Have a fun Friday!!!

Moving Day!

Moving day is here! Any orders received this week will be processed & shipped on Monday, September 10, in the order that they were received. Thank you for understanding!

Look for even more great markdowns this week! Thank you & have a great week!

San Francisco

I had to make a quick trip to San Francisco before I leave Cali. Here are some of the pretty sights I saw today.

Help....

With the big move coming I need to reduce my inventory. The less we have to move the better...right!?! So this week everything is still 35-50% off. Next Monday I will mark everything down even more. So shop now or take your chances & see if what you like is still there next week! Happy Shopping!

We got the house!!!

We just bought our very first home!!! I'm so excited & scared at the same time. We are moving from California to Texas....in 3 weeks. I better start packing : }

HUGE SALE!!

You don't want to miss out on this sale. 50% off of all clothes, shoes & videos! 35% off of baby gear! So what are you waiting for? Click here to START SHOPPING!