HANDMADE HATS FIT FOR EVERYDAY
Happy 2019!! With the whirlwind of the Holidays behind us it’s actually more relaxing now than it was over the Holidays – anybody else feel this way? All the hat orders are caught up and so now it’s a perfect time to grab my coffee, turn up the tunes and say….
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Can I see some id please? How many times have we heard that? At least three times already for me this week. This morning is just a quick little (re) introduction of the Lanyard with id Badge and a window into what they’re all about. Keep reading about a world into back seat driving.
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How are you enjoying your slow summer days? Summer often begins with familiar phrases like: A. where is the summer going?! B. any vacations this summer? or my favorite C. before we know it school will start! I think we can all relate to these phrases in some way. My response to all these is A. summer is STILL here and I’m just gettin’ started B. no vacations – staycations C. good, because I need a break. Slowdown this summer take it all in. Slow summer days include keeping the shop stocked with loud music while my handmade soul is getting a boost of inspiration.
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From ponytails to short hair learn how to wear your handmade hat no matter the length of your locks and let’s take the snarls out of short hair and hat wearing.
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As the New Year begins, the Christmas tree and its accomplices were swiftly put away as quickly as they were put up. There are minor remnants of red tinsel lurking on the steps, resting under foyer rugs and even finding refuge on the dog. These glistening reminders shimmer boldly in protest as if refusing to believe the holidays are long gone. As I walk by them I hear their faint sounds of peace, love and joy. Unapologetically I reach down, pick them up and toss them out – grinning all the while about the new and exiting year ahead.
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As I prepare to jot down a holiday shopping list for my people this season I am cheering on my fellow handmade artisans. I’m eyeing up my local boutiques and their cute store fronts they will spend a lot of time preparing for the holidays. We have all witnessed small businesses come and go as they may get swallowed up by big box and same day shipping. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of meeting many handmade artisans and have experienced getting to know them and their wares. Although I’d LOVE to showcase everyone in this blog, I’m focusing on some handmade goods that I’ve purchased in the last couple of years. Find out who I’ve connected with and who I smile about every time I use their handmade item. I may just sneak in an item of mine for that hard to buy for gal….
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The tree branches are stretching to their fullest potential, the birds sound joyous, the flowers are in full bloom and my kids have settled into actually enjoying each others company. July can also be a time of needing a little kick start to get us over our creative summer hump. Find out how Bound to be Creative can help unleash your creative beast.
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Let’s get our hands dirty in the white Minnesota snow with natural winter beauty and blooming bulbs (and I’m not talking about the burned out bathroom bulbs). As winter interest has a place in my home so in my home has it been an interesting winter. Read on to see just a slice of my recent life through the eyes of an apple seed (or two) – it may just be what the doctor ordered.
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