buy handmade, draw that pig, local business, Pillowcases

Let’s Talk Pillows … Specifically, Pillowcases! The Perfect Gift

My bestie and I drove to Philadelphia last week to see a concert (James Taylor and the Eagles – amazing!). Driving two-plus hours down and back up the Turnpike gave us plenty of time for girl talk. There are many topics of discussion which we have in common. We spent our childhood together. Our kids… Read More Let’s Talk Pillows … Specifically, Pillowcases! The Perfect Gift

draw that pig, Giveaways, Sneak Peek, Summertime

I’m in Need of a New Beach Bag — Are You? ***GIVEAWAY***

Summer is HERE! I’m not gonna lie. Absolutely one of THE BEST things about working in a school is having summers off! I don’t often sleep in, but is IS nice not to be a slave to my alarm most mornings. Summer is my time for a to-do list that is a mile long. You… Read More I’m in Need of a New Beach Bag — Are You? ***GIVEAWAY***

draw that pig, Inspiration and Motivation, Pajama Eaters, personal musings, Sewing Business

Inspiration for new product ideas {and a quote that speaks to me}

January is an ideal time to take stock of goals, and to create new ones. We know this. How did 2016 go for you? Was it all that you hoped for? (some of what you hoped for?) Did you set goals, work toward them, periodically assess your progress, and learn from your journey? Geez …… Read More Inspiration for new product ideas {and a quote that speaks to me}

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Shop local, buy handmade {a review of Fly Me Home}

Small business owners are unique. Typically in our businesses we are every role from chief cook to bottle washer, and lots more in between! Yet, commonly, we start out as makers. We have a creative niche that we have found, and we LOVE IT! This is our hobby. Our peace. Our passion. Then … one… Read More Shop local, buy handmade {a review of Fly Me Home}

draw that pig, Sewing Business

Shop local, buy handmade {a review of Draw That Pig}

Handmade is the tangible result of an artist’s passion. Handmade is the sharing of enthusiasm from the artist’s heart to the recipient’s soul. When you buy handmade, you acknowledge this passion and enthusiasm, and you desire to have a piece of it as your own. When you shop local, you are likely to support someone you know, or… Read More Shop local, buy handmade {a review of Draw That Pig}

Fall Activities, Family Time, Recipes, Uncategorized

A visit to Ritter’s {and a recipe for apple pancakes}

I love fall. (Did I mention that before?) Actually, I love how all the seasons make their beautiful debut and subtle exit over the course of the year here in Northeast Pennsylvania. I truly cannot imagine living in a place where these distinct seasons do not exist. One of my favorite things about fall is… Read More A visit to Ritter’s {and a recipe for apple pancakes}