Thursday, August 31, 2006

New Supplies

I was finally able to go shopping for a few new supplies. I even ordered some things from other Etsy sellers that I couldn't find in the stores around here. I'm working on a few items to hopefully post soon, but they're taking a while to create. It'll be worth the wait, I'm sure!

In the meantime, if you're looking for some new supplies to play with, check out these two stores:

*random acts of creativity* owned by gadgetgirl

Beady Girl owned by beadygirl

Both are very friendly and offer great service!

Too, don't forget to check out my store: STA Crafty Shop. As soon as I can get more items made, I'll be adding them to the listing!

Enjoy!

Tuesday, August 29, 2006

Halloween Keepsake Card

This is my latest project that I've actually finished. It's a Halloween card made with cardstock, scrapbooking paper, trim, thread, sewing machine, ribbon, and a fun pumpkin ornament.

Halloween Keepsake Card

Halloween Keepsake Card

Halloween Keepsake Card


Just right for the friend who loves Halloween! It can be purchased here.

I'm still working on my angel, as well as another idea. I'm hoping to "perfect" them this week and start producing a few to sell.

Monday, August 28, 2006

40th Heart 40% off Sale

I have my 40th heart at my On-line Store, so to celebrate, I'm having a little sale.

Everything in my shop is 40% off from now (4:30 p.m. central, Monday) until noon (central) on Tuesday! So if there's anything you've seen you've wanted, now is the time to get it.

Just mention "40/40 Sale" and wait for an updated invoice.

Happy Shopping!

Tuesday, August 22, 2006

Work in Progress ~ Angel

I recently checked out Angel Crafts: Graceful Gifts, Inspired Designs by Holly Harrison from the library. There's some wonderful ideas in this book, especially for an angel lover. It has inspired me to work on an angel of my own design, which is my current work in progress. The one I've made so far turned out really pretty, and I'm proud of her, but I still have some tweaking to do. I'll keep working on her a bit until she's where I want her to be. After that, I'll share my angelic creation and hopefully add her, and more like her, to my shop. I need something new to liven it up once again. What better way than with an angel?

Monday, August 21, 2006

Because I Can Monday Monday Sale

For every item $5 or less, take $1.00 off.

For every item $6-$10, take $2.00 off.

For every item $11-$19, take $3.00 off.

For every item $20 and up, take $4.00 off.

Don't worry about the math. I'll figure it for you. Just mention "MMS" in the comments.

Happy Shopping!

Shade Tree Arts Crafty Shop

Friday, August 18, 2006

Supplies

I'm in Need-New-Supplies mode. I feel like I need to go shopping for some new crafting items to get my creativity fired up again. Perhaps this weekend...

Thursday, August 17, 2006

It's Just a Matter of Time

Lately, I've been working on my web site, trying to get all of my ducks in a row. It's coming along nicely. I haven't crafted much because of this, but my latest item is my Festive Crocheted Handbag.

Festive Crocheted Handbag


I have a lot of ideas rolling around in my head, especially for more crocheted wire items. It's just a matter of time before I'll post more about them. In the meantime, I'll be working more on my web site, getting it where I want it to be so that my online store, web site, and this blog compliment each other.

Tuesday, August 15, 2006

Salutations

I decided it was time to get this my main web site up to date, and with that comes the addition of this blog. Here you will find my creative adventures, whether they are work-related or just pure pleasure.

A little about Shade Tree Arts: The main site was set up in the beginning as an ezine. When time didn't allow for the monthly updates, it eventually--and unfortunately--became stagnant. The name & logo have since become a part of every creative venture I partake. It can be found on the backs of business brochures which were created under the name, as well as on tags placed on hand-crafted items. In the upcoming months, I'm hoping to update often.

With the addition of this blog, I've also opened an on-line store with the same name. You can find all of my goodies here: Shade Tree Arts Online Crafty Shop.

Be sure to bookmark this page and check back often. There's no telling what I'll be up to with each passing day.

Welcome to my world of Creative Ventures.