Post 109: No Ordinary Apple

Okay, so I am a bit of a complainer. I hate the cold. (When I say hate I mean absolutely despise.) I am not a big fan of fall because it is a sign of what is to come. I have lived in Illinois for 3 years now and I still have not yet become accustomed to all the snow and ice and below zero winters. Buuut, I must say, Illinois does have the most beautiful fall I have ever seen. The leaves are GLOWING red, orange and yellow! I am also enjoying fall much more this week since the sun has finally showed up and it has been in the mid 60s. The discovery of Cinnamon Apple Tea has also been fantastic....soooo i might not hate fall so much after all. :)

And as a tribute to fall, apples, and this delicious tea I made this today! [Sorry for the poor pics I have been really lazy with the cam these days :( ]

And the embroidery detail "No ordinary apple" (I got a little inspiration from the movie/story Snow White).....aaand here is the other side

It also has a tiny apple embroidered on the flap with a nice big red button! Aaand it is lined in a dark brown satin :D

And I have a bit of a dilemma! I cannot decide if I want to gift it, keep it, or try and sell it on my Etsy!

Post 92: How Do You Like Them Apples?

Sooo, after spending yesterday at the apple orchard I thought that it would only be appropriate to share some lovely Etsy treasures featuring apples! (pleeease click on images for more info!)

I love this great print with the oh-so-adorable rain cloud!

Annd this has to be one of the most beautiful apple photos I have ever seen...

This embroidery is fantastic... And who can resist cute apple post earrings?

The golden and blue apples on this dress are perfect!
And how lovely is the apple fabric on this little bag?

Annd two words: Apple. Locket. :DHave a lovely Monday!

Post 89: Happy Autumn

Perfect fall accessory! "Uptown Judy Brown" Clutch from my Etsy shop!

Aaand a few more lovely Etsy items in perfect shades of autumn. Click images for more info.

Another yummy handwoven scarf in Sunset:
(I officially have an obsession with Pidge Pidge handwoven scarves. I will be telling the hubby to forget the diamonds and get me one of this this Christmas!)

Lovely yellow locket:Fantastic Chandelier Top:
And of course a Lace Taco:

Post 86: I want...

With the chill in the air, I am craving beautiful things to wrap around my neck...
I love the rich textures of this scarf:

Pretty in pink!:

Pretty, soft screen printed t-shirt scarf:

And this is my favorite scarf ever. In fact I am in love with every handwoven scarf at this shop :
...sigh

Oh, Aaaaand this t-shirt yarn would be great for making my own if I weren't such a procrastinator or master of unfinished projects!

Post 85: Costume Client Numero Uno

Isn't this picture fantastic! I kind of feel sorry for the kid in the costume on the left...That time of year sneaking up on us fast aaaand this year I have some costumes to make for some tough clients. I am not real sure how they will turn out since I haven't sewn much children clothing without patterns...and I am 500 miles away from home so I have to get it right in the first try!

My first client is my youngest sister, Briley (4 yrs) who will probably be the pickiest of them all. She has requested a Supergirl costume. She is an absolute nut. She doesn't have a shy bone in her body, and she has never met a stranger...Supergirl will be just perfect! Annnnd I am sure halloween has to be her favorite holiday of the year because this girl is passionate about her candy.

If the costume dosent turn out to be a failure I will share it with you soon.

Post 76: I want...

Just a few things to celebrate fall!