Deer Mountain Wood Art

Like I said last night, I get stir-crazy when I don't get to just cut something - locked into prepping or finishing I just get nuts! lol

So here's an example of things I make and don't know what to do with during one of these episodes.... these are hearts and apples(I know, you can see that!) that I cut out the other day because I had some itty bitty scraps of Cabreuva from the local cabinet shop, and finished a couple of them last night so I could see the pretty red wood better... Now what??!!?

I'd love to hear some ideas - I know I started out thinking that they would make great pendants, earrings etc... you want to try? lol I put a chain on something and it looks like crap - I'm just not talented in that area!!

oh and of course, ornaments - there's one in the upper picture - do I just throw a pretty string on it and call it a day? idk, but I'm sure open to suggestions! :0)

Whoever comes up with a selling piece, gets one for themselves, so think hard!! They really are very pretty and very red - pics never do the trick...

So, post your idea in the comments section and I'll see which one sells - if it does within 4 days, you win one! Can't get easier than that can it?

Thanks for "stopping by the shop!"
Freida

Before I do anything else, I want to address the "tag, you're it!" I received from dearest Tammy the other day - I've just been so crappy lately that I can't get anything done, no matter how badly I want to! :0( But, things are looking up, feeling a bit better and will finally be able to get some blogging done! whoopie!! =>

So without further adieu' -

On Tuesday, I was tagged by Tammy of Tammy's Treasure Chest and here is my reply;

Here are seven random facts about me:

1.I'm painfully shy around new people or crowds (works big time for me also, so I kept it)

2.I create a lot of things that I don't know what to do with! lol

3.I laugh a LOT!!! (Yep! keep...)

4.I cry over everything - mean people especially...

5.I hate being 'disabled' and work 24/7 trying to 'prove' I'm not.

6.I want to be successful, without trying {sigh}

7.I am very passionate about everything - work, friends, family, whatever is in my path at the moment.


Okay, the rules are I now tag seven other people, post a link to their blogs here on mine, then let them know they've been tagged. Soooo, TAG you're it!!!!

Jessica at Daily Fun Horoscope Bites
Bina at Angelic Adornments
High Desert Diva
Dulce at Dulce's Creations
Pam at Pam Hawk
Robin at Robin's Woods
Timothy at Timothy Adam Designs

Have fun! =D

Horoscope for Taurus April 20 - May 20

"You love living in the basement."

Okay, been sitting here for a bit and realized that I keep dozing off!?! :( I guess I'll try again in the morning as this just ain't working!! I hate it when this happens, I didn't even get my Entrcards done today :0(
Oh well, I promise I'll try my best to make a 'quality' post in the morning....zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

Thanks for "stopping by the shop!"
F

Thank you soooo much Tammy!!!! I just love the earrings, and here's a kiss{{{mewuh}}} to you for being so darn sweet!!! Do you think they look good on me? =D I love the way you made the ear wires, perfect! And the weight is gorgeous!
LOVE 'em - my new faves!
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!
{{{hugs}}}
F


If ya'll want to be lucky like me and have an uber stylish pair of danglies, check out Tammy's shop - she's way too cool and very, very sweet! Not a shop for diabetics, that's for sure! lol









Check them out a little closer, and you'll see why I'm so in love with this delicious pair of sterling silver earrings :-P




Thanks for "stopping by the shop" for a quick afternoon treat!
Freida

So, I didn't think I would get to blog today as the pain in my leg and back is excruciating, but I saw this great post by my dear friend, Tammy, and just had to write a note about it! As usual, it turns out that I'm too much in a talkative mood to settle on just one topic! But here's the place to read about Tammy's interview on Soap Deli News - way to go girl!! =D Be sure to visit her blog too; all about her journey in life, jewelry designing, being a metal artist, and being an online entrepreneur!

Click here too to read Tammy's interview!

Never anything new under the sun!? :( Every time, and I mean every time, I'm about to make public another great idea - as in offer it for publishing - someone else beats me to it! I am always thinking I have found out something new! :(

I just received one of my favorite mags, "Creative Woodworks and Crafts", today and guess what?! An article on how to make wood puzzles was in it! My husband just laughed... he's used to it, but I never will be!lol

I came out with a great idea on making Zen Gardens, so this last issue of Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts previewed an article for next month entitled, yep, you guessed it, "How to make a Zen Garden"... UGH! I'm just so miserable with my lack of notoriety!!! LOL

Oh well, as long as my boys are proud of me and believe I'm creative, innovation, and amazingly talented(snickering), screw it! I don't need the other - just would be cool is all! :)


On the home front we received some great news today - Tyler is being considered as a candidate to go to Russia over the summer as part of the school sister-city exchange with Valdai, Russia!! I actually let out a squeal when he read it - I guess he could tell I'm in his corner on this! lol He's a little down though about it because he wants to go so badly but is thinking the trouble he got into a year and a half ago is going to put a stop to his going. He may be right, which would be a shame! Like I always say, "never do anything that you may regret!" If you would like to find out more about that you'll have to read my other blog...

Anyway, working on puzzles, puzzles, and more puzzles! I just got another order for a wedding 'guest book' puzzle which is something that you place on the bride and groom table and pass out pieces for your guests to sign.

It's a great hit with everyone and is a lot of fun for the guests. At the end of the reception or wedding service, everyone puts their pieces in place and the bride and groom sign their special little double-heart piece and place it, finishing the puzzle! It's very symbolic, putting a puzzle together with your pictures on it and having everyone take part in piecing your new life together! :]

The other two puzzles are a huge 16" x 24" portrait puzzle of the client's daughters and family doggy, and the other one is a medium portrait puzzle of the client's entire family at a gathering. Very cool - it always makes me feel like a small part of their families when I get to cut something so intimate :D

By the way, if you would like to have a portrait puzzle or wedding guest book puzzle of your own, visit my website for contact/order info.... (small plug! =>)

I have been plagued lately with tons of ideas for things I want to make, including cutting out my Christmas Cards this year. It makes me panged to think of all the things I want to do and not being able to do anything about it. But, working on custom orders is what pays our bills, and it is creative, so I will be a good girl and not start another personal project until I get everyone happy! :)

Well, that's all I can take of this sitting, so I will have to bid you adieu' for now... stay cool, stay awesome, stay creative, and as always, thanks for "stopping by the shop!"
Freida