Boy did we have rain yesterday! Wind, rain, flooding and another long drive to and from the airport in the middle of it all. Today will be a tad gloomy and rainy and then tomorrow…sun and at least 70 degrees! Thank goodness. My dear pal Elyse has been coping with flooding in her basement. I saw on the weather channel that the area she lives in had a record amount of rainfall. Speaking of Elyse, I have been meaning to post about this article in Romantic Homes:
I’m so happy for her – you all know how much I adore her. She’s talented, smart, funny and just plain wonderful.
I am continually amazed by the talents of my fellow bloggers. One such blogger, Jodie of Everything Vintage, recently did a post about some jewelry she created. I fell in love with one of the necklaces and zipped right on over to her Etsy shop to order it.
It arrived the other day. It was so beautifully presented:
I saw the button card first – isn’t it lovely? And I love, love vintage buttons. Next was the necklace, wrapped in a hankie embroidered with a ‘C’, tied up with a beautiful ribbon and a pendant. What a beautiful way to present the necklace!
The back of the button card was signed by Jodie and the necklace came in this pouch.
Ah….there is the beautiful necklace! I love it, Jodie. In fact, I wore it that day, although I don’t think it was shown to its best advantage with the old sweatshirt I had on.
I used to be the kind of person who threw some wrapping paper on something and impatiently taped it together. Blogging has changed that. I am much more aware of creative presentation now. Oh, and I am getting the jewelry making bug. I haven’t really tried anything yet, but I think it would be so satisfying to gather up vintage elements and create some jewelry.
Square #31 – remember this photo?
The back of Miss Scoutie’s head. Here is square #31:
Scoutie’s head with the word ‘love’ because Scout is all about love.
Have a great day.
Love square 31 and the humor you are including in your stitching. Wish I had the talent you have in just one of your pinky fingers!
Di
The Blue Ridge Gal
I agree that both Elyse and Jodi are very talented. You are too! I love that square of the back of Scout’s head. Just darling. I hope the weather clears up for you. If it’s any consolation, it’s been a roller coaster here too. Yesterday I heard that the storm we later received whipped through Oregon and overturned 3 big semi trucks on the Interstate. Thankfully no one was injured. It’s good to stay inside and embroider.
Love,
Susan and Bentley
xxoo
I’m sooooo happy for Elyse!
Jodie’s jewelry & packaging is gorgeous. I’d be wearing that necklace all the time. :)
I’m also happy to see that Scout has her very own embroidery square. Sweet!!!
Hugs,
Zuzu
Ah, I LOVE that square! I’m such a softie when it comes to furbabies. That square just warms my heart!
Your neclace is so beautiful– and the presentation was so gorgeous!
I saw Elyse’s feature in Romantic Homes and was so happy for her. I really love her blog and all her sweet creations!
Hugs,
Jill
Love the necklace Jodie sent you. She does such beautiful things with her goodies she finds. I love your newest square too.
Blessings!
Gwen
You are so right about the presentation of ETSY shops and their creative owners. Love the necklace and the packaging. I too have learned alot about presentation by being an ETSY Shop Owner and Shopper. Gosh, Claudia, your squares are so neat, and you are getting more creative with each one. Very special to have Scout in your sampler. So enjoyed this post and thanks for visiting CollectInTexas Gal….Sue
Yes, we have sooo many talented women in blog land! Elyse has just about made her own “brand.” I love Scout’s head on your square. Nothing says love like a dog.
Brenda
Hi Claudia…sending my sympathy to you regarding the passing of your father-in-law….i am so sorry for your loss….
thank you for taking the time to stop by Farmhouse..
i know what you mean about going into a depression..i have been fighting it since march 3rd….
your scout is adorable….what a sweetie….
i see pupylov on your sidebar…i am off to visit…
sending love,
kary
I hope your rain is over for a while. It’s been beautiful here for a couple of days, now. We’re supposed to get rain on Easter. Oh well. The necklace is gorgeous. So happy for Elise. I read her blog too! The square may be my favorite yet!
I love the necklace.
Tell me. What are you going to do with your squares when you get finished? I can’t wait to see it all together!
Scout…so sweet. I just finished reading To Kill a Mockingbird again so I could discuss it with my grandson. I remember why it is my favorite book ever.
Love me some Jodie..she is just the best!!!
Enjoy that sweet necklace…
Just adore Scout’s head embroidery!
How perfectly charming!
love, kelee
Great! Isn’t it exciting that Elyse is in the Mag!!! I love your new goodies!! Woo-Hoo!
Scouts head was a perfect idea!!
Hugs, Lisa
Howdy Claudia,
I find it very hard to package my sculpts in any kind of special way, or maybe I’m just not that inventive. I figure the sculpt already costs enough to send by itself, why add pounds of decor? Well, maybe if my stuff was smaller…….and cheaper, and prettier…..and……….LOL. I do ramble on sometimes. Scouts square is adorable, just like the back of her head. Have a great day!
Hugs,
Meri
Hi Claudia!!!!
Okay…I’m totally blushing here…THANK YOU for all of your sweet words!!! Now where is the photo of YOU wearing it? ;) I’m so happy you love it!!! Thanks again :)
And as for Scout…this is just too precious! I love the photo and I was even more amazed with what you did with the square!!!! This has to be one of the cutest things I’ve EVER seen!!!! You are g-o-o-d!
(I just wish I’d have known in advance to ask you to trade the necklace for Scout! Scout and my little Oreo would be a cute couple!) tee hee!!! okay…I know it would have taken MUCH more than the necklace but I would have given it a try! haha
As for Elyse, isn’t that fabulous? It’s always so exciting to see a friend’s work in black and white for the whole world to see…congrats to her!!! Too bad I don’t have that copy to see it for myself! augh!
Claudia, thank you again…I am so honored that you have one of my pieces. I so appreciate it!!!!
Happy Easter and I hope the Bunny is good to you!!!!
:)
#31 is just too cute!…these are so fun. The jewelry is so beautiful, too!
Rene’
Love your stitching….and what beautiful photos to share! Thanks for sharing the clothepin article. Just really sweet.
look at me with my very own label at your blog! i am honored and tickled! thanks so much for including me in this post, sweetie! you’re the best.
xo
elyse