My tatted Rose and Embroidered Hearts Wrist Cuff was chosen to be in this

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I feel a breeze and cool, moist air. It’s the freshest air I have ever breathed. As I take a step forward I hear the mechanical sound of a lock turning closed behind me. I turn around and can feel a wall, but as I run my hand across the surface I find no handle. There is very little light here and I cannot make out what has happened to the door I just walked through. I try to calm the thoughts going through my mind. How will I return?
And, look at this beautiful beaded bracelet by Carol of Sandfibers...she captured the colors and texture of the Gila Monster perfectly!

I really, really understand the importance of our entire eco system.
Then I off loaded the pictures to my computer. Once I had the pictures I began searching for what type of snake it was. I came to the conclusion it was a gopher snake. But I wasn't absolutely sure. So I uploaded the pictures to my flickr account. I twittered the link and the person who answered me was a fellow etsyian whose husband is a biologist. He identified it as a Bull snake, which is also a Gopher snake. A constrictor that can unhinge its jaw so it can eat "big" things.
What an exciting honor to be featured on this wonderful blog!
This blog features some awesome artists and designers. It's written by nine wonderful women who take the time out of their day to write about and feature "chick owned businesses." Go take a peek!


Handcrafting has always held an important place in my family. My grandmother was a couturier (seamstress), and she taught me how to sew. I remember my mother being fascinated by different fabrics and magnitude of their colors, lace, wool, while she was also intrigued by nails, pliers, screwdrivers... So there was constant handmaking going on in my house, knitting, crocheting, coloring, fixing... I feel that in such a home atmosphere it would have been difficult not to adopt handcrafting as another personal challenge.
historical figures, an artist, a writer and one of your choice. Who are they and what will you talk about or do?

The reason I know about this fantastic, new magazine is that another Etysian (thanks Monicaj) let me know that my pink Queen Annes Lace cuff is included in this issue under trend alert (page 54)! What exciting news!
I've added to my product line!
I'm also expanding into Home Decor. It is a natural progression, since I love textiles and enjoy decorating my home with unusual creations. In a blog post, almost a year ago, oh my! I showed you the Roman shades I made with vintage bark cloth. At some point I will also be offering quilts, but have been so busy with the personal accessories that quilting has taken a back seat.