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I am always looking for inspiration and new ideas. What minky stuffed animal would you like to see?<br />
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I have now written my first three crochet patterns. It is so fun to take something that is completely your own, and write down a pattern for it that you can then share with others! All of my patterns are available in my <a href="http://www.19elephants.etsy.com/" target="_blank">etsy shop.</a> You can also purchase them at craftsy. Craftsy is great because you can then instantly download the pattern and get started making your goodies right away instead of waiting for me to e-mail you the pattern. The links for each pattern on craftsy are under the pictures.</div>
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I have been wanting to take the plunge and try making things with minky fabric for awhile now, and I finally did it!! :)<br />
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Like I admitted before when I posted about my crochet owl that I make, I am head over heels in love with owls. We will be moving into our new home hopefully before the end of August, and one of my first projects will be to decorate my daughter's room in owls. I want to buy a vinyl tree for the wall, and just go crazy! :) I am thinking I will still have a pink sheet, and simple curtains that can be used later, but I will decorate with all sorts of owls.<br />
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My first project with my new minky fabric was this plush owl. I LOVE her!! I made my own pattern. She measures 8" tall and 7" wide. Her wings, beak, and eyes are made out of cotton fabric, which is fun, because it leaves room for so many color combos!<br />
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I am so excited to put it my my little girl's Easter basket on Sunday!! I think she's going to like it! :) <br />
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If you would like to purchase your very own Minky Stuffed Owl, you can visit my <a href="http://www.19elephants.etsy.com/" target="_blank">etsy shop</a>. I have lots of other minky colors to choose from too!!<br />
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If you see anything tht you love, or if you have been inspired, I would love for you to visit my <a href="http://www.19elephants.etsy.com/" target="_blank">etsy shop</a> or my <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/19-Elephants/190259284382584?ref=tn_tnmn" target="_blank">facebook page</a>. I am also currently having daily deals on my facebook page, so I'd love for you to stop by!Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06051613617321201073noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-241283210537386475.post-90904796678985751542012-01-30T07:20:00.000-08:002012-01-30T07:27:10.945-08:00Hootie the Owl<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I majorly jumped on the everything owl bandwagon last year. I think they are so cute, and I love all of the different varieties that can be found. We are currently renting our home for a year, and even though we've lived here for 6 months, we haven't put anything on the walls (I know, I know, but decorating has never been a skill of mine, and the thought of having to fill nail holes and touch up with paint is seriously not appealing).<br />
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BUT...we will hopefully be buying our forever home this summer, and I have big dreams for my daugher's room. Big dreams that include many, many owls. She will only be one, so this is that window where I will get to decorate for her. I know in only a couple of years she will have definite opinions about her room, and it will, of course, be her decision what gets put on her walls, but I am extremely excited about decorating her room when we move. I have already started making plans for all the cute little owls, and in all of the different forms they will take.<br />
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With that in mind, I couldn't resist making Hootie the Owl. Isn't she just so cute. And with a simple change of yarn color, Hootie would the become a boy! My fingers are already itching to crochet another Hootie (or 10 for that matter). I think she would look fabulous in brighter colors. What do you think? <br />
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I had a request for a cupcake hat this week. So I whipped up this little beauty. Isn't it just precious. It almost makes me want to have another newborn so she could wear this...or maybe I'll just make one in my daughter's size. :)</div>
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I had a friend's baby shower to go to today. She is having a little boy, and I couldn't resist making him a little hat too. There's not much cuter or manlier than a dinosaur hat, so this is what I came up with. </div>
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Beanie Shell Pattern by Micah Mackes, www.micahmakes.com.</div>
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I added some dinosaur spikes. I am hoping my almost three year old will wear this if I make one in his size. I have made him hats before, and he refuses to wear them. He just clearly doens't appreciate my handiwork. :) </div>
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This is my first crochet pattern and tutorial. If you have any problems understanding it, or you find a mistake, please comment and I will do my best to help. I love this cowl because it is very easy, very quick, and adds warmth without being bulky. It is also super cute, and adds a nice touch to any outfit! If you are able to make it through the pattern, I would LOVE to see a picture of your button cowl!!</div>
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">by Beth Kelly</span></strong></div>
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<strong>11.5 mm crochet hook (P)</strong></div>
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<strong> Super Bulky Yarn (I like to use Lion Brand Super Bulky, Hometown USA...it is extra soft and comes in a great variety of colors. Also, I can buy it locally, which is always a plus)</strong></div>
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<strong> 4 large buttons</strong></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Single crochet in the back loop (the loop closest to you) of the first single crochet. Single crochet in the remaining back loops.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">This is what your yarn and hook would look like if we were going to crochet regular single crochets. This is NOT what you want to to. Instead, we are only going to crochet in the back loop (the loop closest to you)</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">When I first did this, this last loop (arrow is pointing at it), kind of stuck out. </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">So when I got to the end of this first row of single crochets in the back loop, I put my hook in that last loop, and then in the back loop of the final single crochet. Then complete your final single crochet.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Turn. Chain 1. Single Crochet in back loop (the loop closest to you) down your row. You will see the ribbing start to happen. This is what gives your cowl such a nice texture. Continue to turn, chain 1, and single crochet in the back loops of your cowl until your cowl is around 23 inches. For me, this was 38 rows. Depending on how loose or tight you crochet, or how big or small you want your cowl, the number of rows may vary.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">You now have a pretty rectangle. We will now crochet our final row with loops for buttoning your cowl.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Turn. Chain 2. Skip first single crochet. Slip stitch in next single crochet (you will crochet in both loops on this final row.) Slip stitch in next three stitches. Chain 2. Slip stitch in next four stitches. Chain 2. Slip stitch in next four stitches. Chain 2. Slip stitch in final stitch. Finish off.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">This is what one end of your cowl will look like. The loops are for buttoning your cowl.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">We will now add our buttons. One nice thing about using the bulky yarn is that the yarn is actually four strips of yarn woven together.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Take a two foot piece of yarn and separate into pieces.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Thread your yarn needle with one of the pieces of yarn. Tie a knot in the end. You will want to tie it three times to make sure your knot won't slip through.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Position your button on the first row of your cowl. Sew the first button on.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Hold the beggining of your cowl up to the other side to make sure you position your buttons on the right places. Sew on all four buttons.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Using your yarn needle, sew in all of your yarn ends. I like to sew them in at least 3 inches. Snip ends.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-size: small;">Now try on your cowl, button it up, and enjoy the warmth, comfort, and cuteness it gives you.</span></strong></td></tr>
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Crochet Button Cowl</span></strong></div>
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">by Beth Kelly</span></strong></div>
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<strong>Materials: </strong></div>
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<strong>11.5 mm crochet hook (P)</strong></div>
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<strong> Super Bulky Yarn (I like to use Lion Brand Super Bulky, Hometown USA...it is extra soft and comes in a great variety of colors. Also, I can buy it locally, which is always a plus)</strong></div>
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<strong> 4 large buttons</strong></div>
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<strong> Yarn Needle</strong></div>
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<strong>Terms: </strong></div>
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<strong>ch (chain)</strong></div>
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<strong>sc (single crochet)</strong></div>
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<strong>slst (slip stitch)</strong></div>
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<strong>Row 1: Ch 15. </strong><strong>sc in 2nd ch from hook. </strong><strong>sc in remaining chs. turn</strong></div>
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<strong>Row 2: ch 1. sc in back loop of each sc across. turn</strong></div>
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<strong>Rows 3 - 38: Repeat row 2. You might need more and less rows, depending on the yarn you use, and how tightly or loosely you crochet. I like my cowl to measure 23 inches when I'm done with my rows.</strong></div>
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<strong>Row 39: ch 2. skip first sc. slst in next sc. (you will slst in the whole sc, not just the back loop). slst in next 3 sc. ch 2. slst in each of next 4 sc. ch 2. slst in each of next 4 sc. ch 2. slst in final sc. Finish off. </strong></div>
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<strong>You will have used almost all of your yarn. Make sure you leave about a two foot piece of yarn to use on sewing your buttons.</strong></div>
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<strong>We will now add our buttons. One nice thing about using the bulky yarn is that the yarn is actually four strips of yarn woven together. Take a two foot piece of yarn and separate the pieces. Thread your yarn needle with one of the pieces of yarn. Tie a knot in the end. You will want to tie it three times to make sure your knot won't slip through. Position your button on the first row of your cowl. Sew the first button on. Hold the beggining of your cowl up to the other side to make sure you position your buttons on the right places. Sew on all four buttons. </strong></div>
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<strong>Using your yarn needle, sew in all of your yarn ends. I like to sew them in at least 3 inches. Snip ends. You are done!</strong></div>
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I have been on a cowl kick this winter. Here in Arizona, we don't get a lot of cold days, but where I live we are surrounded by mountains, so we have had some chilly days. Plus, I am so spoiled by the 70 degree winter weather, that any day that is in the 50s or lower feels downright cold to me!!</div>
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This is a cowl that I made using a chunky yarn. I addes some buttons to it to add a little flair, and also to avoid messing up my hair when I put it on. Yes, there are button holes and everything!! </div>
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-yK6iP6SDlh8/TwIlATiizPI/AAAAAAAAAj0/cAC2ZhkwxN0/s1600/IMG_6646.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-yK6iP6SDlh8/TwIlATiizPI/AAAAAAAAAj0/cAC2ZhkwxN0/s320/IMG_6646.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>I sew on some eco friendly felt and I sew on a pin to make a great statement accessory. I think these look great not only on a shirt, but also on a coat, scarf, or bag. You can find them at my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/86246405/large-crochet-rose-pin-crochet-flower" target="_blank">etsy shop</a>.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Anyway...my son LOVES his stuffed animals. I know most kids have a ton of stuffed animals, and they sit around taking up space, but my son absolutely adores his. He has about 40, and every single one of them is special to him, and every single one of them sleeps with him. I know, I know...thank goodness the child sleeps in a full size bed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I wanted to make some fun toys for my son, and I wanted to crochet them, so I decided to make him some finger puppets, and then I couldn't resist making a hand puppet too.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-39QGaLTzbmo/TvoObU5UqDI/AAAAAAAAAiU/5_6yfzjCpv0/s1600/IMG_6563.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-39QGaLTzbmo/TvoObU5UqDI/AAAAAAAAAiU/5_6yfzjCpv0/s320/IMG_6563.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> Crocodile Hand Puppet</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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For the last couple of years we have gotten them framed pictures of our kiddos. My adorable kids add cheer to every day! I couldn't resist adding a little touch of handmade love to their gifts, so I decided to make them a fabric bookmark with a crochet flower attached to the top. I didn't take any pictures before I sent them off, so I can't show them to you, but I thought they turned out cute. My husband saw the bookmark and he told me that he thought I could make a really neat cuff bracelet using the same idea. I couldn't resist trying, and this is what I came up with:<br />
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I love it!! I really like the fabric that I used, and it worked perfectly with the two different colors of cotton yarn. The flowers are detachable using small snaps, and the cuff attaches with two larger snaps. Now I want to make lots more with all different kinds of fabric!! I am working on listing some in my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/19elephants" target="_blank">etsy shop</a>, so feel free to take a look!<br />
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We are surrounded by mountains in our neck of the desert, so I suppose it was bound to get a bit chilly some days. We have had a decently cool spell the past couple of weeks. I couldn't resist making myself a crochet slouchie beanie. I have wanted one for a long time, but hats have never been my specialty, mainly because of the progression on the top, but with a slouchie beanie, there is none! I tried out a few patterns, but I wasn't pleased with them, so I decided to create my own. My husband liked mine so much, that he asked me to make him one too (in a much more many color, of course). I think he looks much better in his than I do in mine, but what do I expect? He is a very good looking mountain man! After seeing how handsome it looked on him, two of my husband's coworkers put in requests for theirs as well. I love to crochet, and it is fun being able to come up with new projects. I always struggle with what crochet items I can make during the warm months too. Any suggestions? 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It is hard to believe that my baby girl is 7 months old. She actually has quite a bit of hair for a baby her age, and I realized that it is long enough to put bows in. Well, of course, I had to make her some cute little hair bows. I made them in a rainbow of colors (42 different colors, actually), and I added no slip grip so they would stay in her super fine baby hair. I think she looks quite adorable!! If you would like to purchase some for a special little girl in your life, you can find them at my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/19elephants" target="_blank">etsy shop</a>. All of the bows in my shop are only $1 each.</div>
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I also made the basic and boutique bows shown below. They are also only $1 each.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I am linking to:</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.thegirlcreative.com/2011/11/just-something-i-whipped-up_13.html"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Just Something I Whipped Up</span></a><span style="font-size: x-small;"> at The Girl Creative</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.skiptomylou.org/2011/11/14/made-by-you-monday-75/"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Made by you Monday</span></a><span style="font-size: x-small;"> at Skip to My Lou</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://makingtheworldcuter.com/2011/11/making-the-world-cuter-monday-46/"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Making the World Cuter Monday</span></a><span style="font-size: x-small;"> at Making the World Cuter</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.somewhatsimple.com/2011/11/sys-with-shaklee-the-cinch-inch-weight-loss-plan"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Strut Your Stuff</span></a><span style="font-size: x-small;"> at Something Simple</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.sweetlittlegals.com/2011/11/turquoise-lovin-13.html"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Turquoise Lovin'</span></a><span style="font-size: x-small;"> at Sweet Little Gals</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bluecricketdesign.net/2011/11/show-and-tell-linking-fun-2.html"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Show and Tell</span></a><span style="font-size: x-small;"> at Blue Cricket Design</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://somedaycrafts.blogspot.com/2011/11/whatever-goes-wednesday-91.html"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Whatever Goes Wednesday</span></a><span style="font-size: x-small;"> at Someday Crafts</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://sewmuchado.blogspot.com/2011/11/we-did-it-wednesday_15.html"><span style="font-size: x-small;">We Did It! Wednesday</span></a><span style="font-size: x-small;"> at Sew Much Ado</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.theshabbycreekcottage.com/">Transformation Thursday</a> at The Shabby Creek Cottage</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.somewhatsimple.com/">Strut Your Stuff</a> at Somewhat Simple</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.alliemakes.com/">Making it with Allie</a> at What Allie's Making</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://simpleydesigning.blogspot.com/">Simple Link</a> at Simply Designing</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://shabbynest.blogspot.com/">Frugal Fridays</a> at The Shabby Nest</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://chiconashoestringdecorating.blogspot.com/">Flaunt it Friday</a> at Chic on a Shoestring</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.simplysweethome.com/">Friday Favorites</a> at Simple Sweet Home</span></div>Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06051613617321201073noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-241283210537386475.post-12605078419128235922011-09-26T19:38:00.001-07:002011-09-26T19:52:44.061-07:00Crayon Roll Up$10 with crayons (16 crayola brand crayons) $8 without crayons<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV1XmvrD4Mciqg_yFWhPAZ2VhrJBEztWI12mU4ec3i2l-lKKPT4S_5d0aium-eY2-Ij7G4NwiGFhJrSeHrP33sVYafiF0XRJ73Xe5PPcI37m4KJe0s-FNDRXdm8WRxxtP-1CdB942878SE/s1600/flowers.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 267px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5656866359205366626" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV1XmvrD4Mciqg_yFWhPAZ2VhrJBEztWI12mU4ec3i2l-lKKPT4S_5d0aium-eY2-Ij7G4NwiGFhJrSeHrP33sVYafiF0XRJ73Xe5PPcI37m4KJe0s-FNDRXdm8WRxxtP-1CdB942878SE/s400/flowers.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid3flZ3P0Qg0vpjhKhIZg_X85tRVu-CU9zxfyZFf9VHUw7YIDvDtUBeauwKKE8HLhRQhco3r0Jsrn5TXv5OftsVhDtfXIouqa8SuCon-9kVl09MV2ks7SxmhaUmfAgCCw4LgtfeyHbOD0g/s1600/IMG_4682.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; 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My own little blog about my own little store. I will use this blog to post pictures of my latest products. Dare I put into words that I hope this will be the start of something? I have already sold a handful of my products, and I would love to sell more. Please join me on this new adventure!Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06051613617321201073noreply@blogger.com0