Monday, February 16, 2009

How I got my nickname

My new goal is to try to talk about myself a little more in my blog. I have the stereotypical Mom sydrome, I live for everyone else, and me and my needs are last. Can you relate?

Today I'm going to talk about how I got my nickname. Spots. Way back in grade 6 I did a project on dogs. I had to choose a breed, research it, and give a report. I almost choose the schnauzer but instead choose the dalmatian and an obsession was born. That day I decided I wanted a dalmatian in my life. My parents, on the other hand, were mutt lovers and would not condone a purbred dog. So I found the most dalmatian looking mutt I could find. His name was Dab (dalmatian x lab). He was well loved and just passed away a few months ago.



It wasn't until I finished school, got married and got a home of our own when I finally brought a dalmatian into my life. Her name is Bella, short for Brightspot Bell of the Ball. She is a part of our family, and out chasing squirrels as I type. She is just waiting for the weather to warm up so she can sun herself on the deck once again.


So in short, my nickname Spots came from my life long obsession with dalmatians.

How did you get your nickname?

Friday, February 13, 2009

Fabulous Finds Friday - Chalkydoodles


Today's featured seller is Chalkydoodles. http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5533276&section_id=5338827 and her blog http://chalkydoodles.blogspot.com/ This is what she has to say about her shop:
Chalkydoodles just launched it's new Chalkypalooza for TEENS collection this week. Chalkydoodles gets hip with new oilcloth & chalkcloth goods for a whole new generation. Now that's totally fly.
Chalkydoodles splat mats are the perfect spot to get really messy. They make clean-up a snap. I'm all for that!

Also check out her chalkboard labels. They were featured in January's Better Homes and Gardens. Congratulations Chalkydoodles.

Thursday, February 12, 2009

Whatcha Working on Wednesday - Valentines Day Cards


Okay, okay, I know it's Thursday. We did get my boys Valentines Day cards finished tonight. I hope their friends like them.

Instead of having a 3.5 year old and an 18 month old colour each individual picture I created sheets which they coloured and added sparkles to. Then I cut them to fit the cards. Easy peasy. Happy Valentines Day!
Last week Lave-me! Soap Co http://lavemesoapco.blogspot.com/ said she was getting ready for a craft show. How'd that go?
So whatcha working on?

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Whatcha Working on Wednesday

This week I'm going to push Whatcha Working on Wednesday back a day.

So I really should have finished my kids Valentines Day cards today but it just didn't happen. We had such a dark dreary day it was difficult to get crafty. Tomorrow I promise.

Are you working on anything for Valentines Day?

Sunday, February 8, 2009

CPSIA update

Good news the CPSIA has proposed a Mandatory Testing & Certification Proposed 1 Year Suspension. They realize they need to review things before it becomes law. Check out the article here...

http://www.etsy.com/storque/craftivism/breaking-news-the-cpsia-mandatory-testing-certification-prop-3347/

Friday, February 6, 2009

Fabulous find friday - goosegrease


I almost forgot to post tonight. Silly me. This seller is worth the wait. Goosegrease http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5881530 specializes in natural wooden dolls. I picked up a do it yourself kit for the preschoolers in my life. She also makes custom cake toppers, families and other finished dolls. You've got to check her shop out.




Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Whatcha Working on Wednesday - freezer play dough


It's time for another Whatcha Working on Wednesday. This week I promised my 3.5 year old we'd make play dough, and being your typical 3.5 year old he held me to it. I decided to see what happened if I froze it (the pink bag in my freezer). Have you ever tried that? Much to my surprise it doesn't freeze solid, even straight out of the freezer it is very pliable. It would be great fun on a hot summer day. Unfortunatly we are having -23 degree Celcius (or -9 Fahrenheit) weather here tonight which makes the heat of summer seem a million years away.

BonTons http://personalisedgiftsforsomeonespecial.blogspot.com/ comment she's working on chalkboard door hangers, what a great idea.

So whatcha working on?