Next I think I'll get Coop to start menu planning and grocery shopping. That would be a huge help.
Friday, August 7, 2009
The joy of toilet brushes
Now that we're working with more natural cleaning supplies, I don't hesitate to let these monkeys do their share of the work, especially when they come begging to "spray" and use sponges. I'm savoring the Every New Job is So Fun attitude they have at this young age. Baby T doesn't clean bathrooms, he's more into deconstruction and recycling these days.
Next I think I'll get Coop to start menu planning and grocery shopping. That would be a huge help.
Next I think I'll get Coop to start menu planning and grocery shopping. That would be a huge help.
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
All Things Brite- an Etsy shop unveiled
Yes, Virginia. There is an Etsy shop.
Months of thought and a near-compulsive desire to design new pillows has finally led to the grand opening of my Etsy shop. I thought the day would never come! :) It's like I have pillow-vision: everything is a potential home furnishing. My ideas far outweigh my free time so it's really a tiny shop, but stop on by and check it out.
My vision for this business is to provide a creative outlet for me and a way to make old things new again. This includes giving new life to fabric and clothing found at thrift shops, shower curtains and sheets people have given to me, or any item made from fabric I feel is worth conserving. Everything I make is machine washable because I know that if it can't be washed it's not very useful, at least not in my house.
Do you have a bridesmaid's dress or other significant piece of clothing you've been saving for sentimental reasons, but know you'll never wear again? I'll help you preserve it by making a pillow out of the fabric. Then you can feel good finally getting rid of it AND you will have the joy of seeing the remnants in a beautiful pillow. You'll have all the memories plus some extra closet or drawer space. I can make a memorable keepsake out of baby items, children's clothing, or just about any fabric you'd like to see in a pillow.
The term for giving new life to something that would have normally been trashed is called "Upcycling." I'd much rather buy something that has been repurposed or recycled or upcycled than something new (in most cases- I'm sure there are some glaring exceptions). I am excited about being able to carry this concept into the world of home decor and the sky is the limit as to what can be created!
Remember this pillow I made for my brother...the one made from a placemat and two shirts? Keep this in mind if you have a placemat you just can't part with.
But seriously... here's a picture of my sister's flower girl dress (not the best picture from my wedding)- five years later she still won't get rid of it. Now she has a dupioni silk pillow that looks great on her bed, and my Mom doesn't have to store a dress no one will ever wear.
Maybe one day I'll have a full shop but for now it's sparse. I see it as just the beginning.
Months of thought and a near-compulsive desire to design new pillows has finally led to the grand opening of my Etsy shop. I thought the day would never come! :) It's like I have pillow-vision: everything is a potential home furnishing. My ideas far outweigh my free time so it's really a tiny shop, but stop on by and check it out.
My vision for this business is to provide a creative outlet for me and a way to make old things new again. This includes giving new life to fabric and clothing found at thrift shops, shower curtains and sheets people have given to me, or any item made from fabric I feel is worth conserving. Everything I make is machine washable because I know that if it can't be washed it's not very useful, at least not in my house.
Do you have a bridesmaid's dress or other significant piece of clothing you've been saving for sentimental reasons, but know you'll never wear again? I'll help you preserve it by making a pillow out of the fabric. Then you can feel good finally getting rid of it AND you will have the joy of seeing the remnants in a beautiful pillow. You'll have all the memories plus some extra closet or drawer space. I can make a memorable keepsake out of baby items, children's clothing, or just about any fabric you'd like to see in a pillow.
The term for giving new life to something that would have normally been trashed is called "Upcycling." I'd much rather buy something that has been repurposed or recycled or upcycled than something new (in most cases- I'm sure there are some glaring exceptions). I am excited about being able to carry this concept into the world of home decor and the sky is the limit as to what can be created!
Remember this pillow I made for my brother...the one made from a placemat and two shirts? Keep this in mind if you have a placemat you just can't part with.
But seriously... here's a picture of my sister's flower girl dress (not the best picture from my wedding)- five years later she still won't get rid of it. Now she has a dupioni silk pillow that looks great on her bed, and my Mom doesn't have to store a dress no one will ever wear.
Maybe one day I'll have a full shop but for now it's sparse. I see it as just the beginning.
And We're Back...
Yes, I do have a way with those creative titles.
Our whirlwind trip to Orlando is over and we're gearing up for a weekend of company. Hooray for old friends! (Not that you are old, Laura B.). My time in Florida was not really a "pleasure trip" although I did get to see my grandparents and some family, which was great. I went down to see my biological father who is in an assisted living facility while he recovers from the effects of alcoholism on his body. There is a chance he will recover even more in time. I'm hopeful because 6 months ago he could barely speak and over the weekend his long-term memory seemed great and he was able to help me navigate around town. He enjoyed the two days we had together and we put several hundred miles on my grandfather's car.
It's good to be home again- amazing how all it takes is a few days away to realize how lovely is one's home. Laundry, menus, grocery shopping, birthday planning, and just general Get Back to Normal stuff will fill my week. If I have ANY free time this week my Etsy shop will have a grand opening. It's a goal, that's all I can say. I have high hopes, but I also have three kids. :)
Here are a few pictures from the weekend...unfortunately, we didn't get pictures with all the grandparents and great-grandparents.
Our whirlwind trip to Orlando is over and we're gearing up for a weekend of company. Hooray for old friends! (Not that you are old, Laura B.). My time in Florida was not really a "pleasure trip" although I did get to see my grandparents and some family, which was great. I went down to see my biological father who is in an assisted living facility while he recovers from the effects of alcoholism on his body. There is a chance he will recover even more in time. I'm hopeful because 6 months ago he could barely speak and over the weekend his long-term memory seemed great and he was able to help me navigate around town. He enjoyed the two days we had together and we put several hundred miles on my grandfather's car.
It's good to be home again- amazing how all it takes is a few days away to realize how lovely is one's home. Laundry, menus, grocery shopping, birthday planning, and just general Get Back to Normal stuff will fill my week. If I have ANY free time this week my Etsy shop will have a grand opening. It's a goal, that's all I can say. I have high hopes, but I also have three kids. :)
Here are a few pictures from the weekend...unfortunately, we didn't get pictures with all the grandparents and great-grandparents.
Molly and Baby T's first trip on a plane
Some of my siblings met up with us in Orlando...here we are with my grandfather (who now knows how to check blogs, thanks to yours truly)
Molly saying goodbye to her favorite baby
Here is my other sister Megan, who was sweet to take most of Saturday and spend it with us
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