July's Winner is...

ALLISON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

You Won the Cherry Snow Cone Necklace!

Thank you all for participating and sharing your summer memories :)

Another Giveaway! Come and enter!!

Enter in this giveaway! I have constructed something totally different! A cute little piece from my childhood summer memories- A SNOW CONE!
All you have to do is comment below and tell me one of your favorite childhood summer memories! Simple!

THE WINNER WILL BE REVEALED ON AUG 1st!!!!! (I will use a virtual hat to draw a name out of!)

An Interview with The Hemp Butterfly

After doing some craft fairs and meeting other amazing crafters/artists, I had a few questions for each of them. Below are some questions for Jennifer Robison of "The Hemp Butterfly".

1. What is the name of your business?
The Hemp Butterfly

2. What has been your inspiration behind your business and/or products?

I grew up in the very beautiful island of Puerto Rico. I try to bring the colors of the rain forest, beaches and the skies of my childhood to life.

3. How long have you been doing your art/craft?

I have been knotting away since 1993. A very good friend gifted me a necklace and I was in love.
4. What is your most favorite piece of art/craft that you constructed?

I love my Vee Cuffs. They are full of intense color which is so me.


5. What is something that keeps you going forward with your art/crafts?

I do this for my children. I do this so I can show them that if you have a dream you aim for it and work very hard to get it. You never give up. If you don't know how to do something you look it up and you try and try until you succeed. I'm not in it for the money to me the greatest satisfaction is to see someones face light up when they find that perfect piece.

6. What are your hopes and dreams for your business in 2010?

2010 has been a great year so far. I plan to be involved in some local fashion magazine fashion spreads, I also have a few very exciting events I am taking part in as well. I have some charity events coming up as well that I am a part of. You must give back to the community that has supported you for so long you know.
7. If you can learn another craft, what craft would you like to learn?

I would love to learn how to paint.
8. What would you like to tell other artists/crafters who are just starting out their business?
Don't be afraid to follow your dream. Work very hard at your craft and just don't give up. There are many groups and collectives out there that are willing to help out struggling artists like ourselves. Don't be afraid to reach out to them.

You can find her work on Etsy - http://www.etsy.com/shop/ButterflyMoon

Ahoy Mateys!

Ahoy Mateys! Summer is approaching and boats are sailing! I just adore anything with boats, anchors, fish, water etc.. so I wanted to show a bunch of great finds with these theme! Here they are! Check them out!

SilverBeyondOrdinary on Etsy has this really awesome bracelet..



TheCozyNest- Anchor's Away Pillow will really add a cute accent to your boating decor!

ButterCookies has these adorable nautical shoes..handpainted! CUTE!

KarenMiller has beautiful pictures all made from wood. This particular piece is called, "Crossing Paths" and it is made from an old door panel and chair rungs. Very cool!

Ponderandstitch has beautiful handmade bracelet cuffs! This particular one is a pretty charcoal greyish/blue color that would be so cute with a little nautical outfit!

GIVE AWAY!

Win Jacques the French Baguette Charm!!

Who doesn't love something for FREE? Yep, FREE! You can win a FREE charm from Pumpkin Pye Boutique! All you have to do, is follow this blog and answer these 2 simple questions:

* What is your favorite item at Pumpkin Pye Boutique?

* What would you like to see more of?

AND... your name will be entered and drawn at random! (Please be sure to leave a contact e-mail address) The name will be drawn on April 1st and this is not an April Fool's Joke! :D

Goodluck!

A New Look!

After doing a few craft fairs, I had come to a realization that my craft fair table just wasn't up to par. So, after discussing this with a good crafting friend of mine, Venessa (of Busy Vee's Creative Pursuits) we decided, it's time to shop thrifty! And that is just what we did! Here is the outcome of our great (and cheap!) finds from our lovely day of thrifting!





The Yellow Ornate Frame has been painted with clearance paint ($1 from Lowes). Picture Frame itself- $1 at Faith Farm :). Train Case -$5 ; Yellow Rimmed Plate- Goodwill - 50 cents! (i bought 4!) Ring Display Box- $2.. made with a thick car washing sponge which I had cut slots into and then covered with left over fabric.


These are just some ideas! :) Enjoy!

Pictures from The Indie Craft Bazaar!

I've decided to post some pictures from the Indie Craft Bazaar from 2/13/2010 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida which I was a vendor at. My table needs improvement and I will be working on this for the upcoming craft events!










Me and my daughter, Ava Sky... my inspiration and the love of my life :)

Check out Beadle-E-Dee!

Mhaynes2009 is a kindergarten teacher who likes to flex her creative muscles during the summer. In her shop you will find scrapbooks, jewelry, home decor and craft supples. She enjoys trying all different types of crafts. Please feel free to contact Mhaynes2009 if you have any questions. Enjoy looking around her shop! Please check back frequently to see what she has added. Thanks!

Fabulous beads that need YOU to string them! Dazzle them up with adorable charms too!

Pumpkin Pye Boutique Puts a New Spin on Things!

Pumpkin Pye Boutique has ventured on out of the box, yet again! Steering away from polymer clay and into some metal, pearls and other great finding, Pumpkin Pye Boutique strikes again with some great pieces of jewelry! (Not to pat myself on the back by any means, but working outside of polymer clay has been very challenging!) Come see these fabulous pieces I am talking about! www.pumpkinpyeboutique.com

Fabulous Vintage Passage Key Jewelry by Sojourcuriosities

Sojourncuriosities specializes in mixed media jewelry using vintage keys, wire wrapping, beads and whatever she can get her hands on into making such beautiful and unique jewelry. Her jewelry is one of a kind and you can easily find something in her shop for yourself or for someone else! If for some reason, you can't find something, no worries! She accepts custom orders as well as wholesale! Check her out at www.sojourncuriosities.etsy.com



She also has done some beautiful collaborations as well! Pumpkin Pye Boutique has had the opportunity to do a Coraline Inspired piece with her! A black clay button bowed skeleton key, faceted & starry blue and purple glass beads, and vivid dusky purple & blue wire.

Measures 2.5" long, with bail, and 1" across at widest point.
Presented on black organza ribbon necklace with lobster clasp. Other colors available upon request



Another gorgeous collaboration was done by Jupita, also an etsy member. Vintage silver hued
key and a cluster of iridescent glass beads accent this lovely upcycled gift card necklace by Jupita.Etsy.Com.
Handcut starbucks gift cards merge with this adorned key to create this amazing upcycled necklace. The upcycled starbucks card pieces are different from front to back of the piece. (Meaning, you can flip it over for a different look!!)

Chain portion is 18", drop is 3"

A perfect gift for Mom, your favorite barista, or even better.. yourself!

If you are interested in seeing some more beautiful work from Jupita.Etsy.Com go check out her shop!

I was featured on NBC4 Los Angeles TV website!

I was sewing last night on my new singer machine and I got a text message (my email is automatically sent to my phone so I never miss a beat!) and I start reading.. "Hi, I saw your peanut butter and jelly necklaces on NBC4's website Los Angeles, I thought you would like to know." WOAH!!! Okay, so maybe its just an online website.. but it's NBC4! IN LOS ANGELES! How awesome! So, I am now totally stoked at 12am...just knowing that my shop has been featured on the news channel! Anyway, come see what they had to say! All I need now, is for Paris Hilton to get ahold of my necklaces and I'm in!

http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around_town/shopping/Want-This-PBJ-Best-Friend-Necklaces.html

New Items!!

I just added some new items this week! New necklaces, new pottery and a new painting! Finally! So much work and so little time. Go and check it all out in my shop at www.pumpkinpye517.etsy.com I'd love to hear some thoughts on my items!