~ Words ~

Seafarer's Vision by RandyNyhofPhotos on etsy

20 years from now you will be disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the one’s you did. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.
 Mark Twain

~ Featured Artist ~

My BoBetsy hoops

I love my BoBetsy hoops. Every time I have a package coming I feel like it's Christmas! My first real collection, other than books, these hoops are just so sweet.
I have 5 of them so far. Two delivered this week. And three more in my etsy shopping cart.

More BoBetsy hoops

Here they are, for scale and to show off the fabulous variety of pattern and color.
I hang a few on the wall, prop a few on a shelf with books.
They are just so happy and versatile.
Cathie, the artist, is wonderful to work with.

hand embroidered hoop by bobetsy

This one is on my list of favorites.

hand embroidered hoop by bobetsy

So is this! Look at that color and the sweet nature inspired pattern.

hand embroidered hoop by bobetsy

This dark and lovely piece would be right at home on any wall.
Take a look at all of her pieces here: bobetsy.etsy.com
And find her on facebook here: http://www.facebook.com/#!/bobetsy
Happy Saturday!

~ A Few of My Favorite Things ~

nesting bowl set by baileybowls on etsy

blue leather clutch by eightseasons on etsy

handmade music box by asmanykata on etsy

A few ideas for Mother's Day, each made with love. You can visit the artist's shop by clicking on the caption under each photo. Enjoy~ <3

~ Words ~

native american blessing by printed on etsy

You have been telling people that this is the Eleventh Hour, now you must go back and tell the people that this is the Hour. And there are things to be considered…

Where are you living?
What are you doing?
What are your relationships?
Are you in right relation?
Where is your water?
Know your garden.

It is time to speak your truth.
Create your community.
Be good to each other.
And do not look outside yourself for your leader.

Then he clasped his hands together, smiled, and said, “This could be a good time! There is a river flowing now very fast. It is so great and swift that there are those who will be afraid. They will try to hold on to the shore. They will feel they are being torn apart and will suffer greatly. Know the river has its destination. The elders say we must let go of the shore, push off into the middle of the river, keep our eyes open, and our heads above the water.

And I say, see who is in there with you and celebrate. At this time in history, we are to take nothing personally, least of all ourselves. For the moment that we do, our spiritual growth and journey come to a halt.The time of the one wolf is over. Gather yourselves! Banish the word ’struggle’ from your attitude and your vocabulary.

All that we do now must be done in a sacred manner and in celebration.

We are the ones we’ve been waiting for.

--Hopi Elders' Prophecy, June 8, 2000

~ Inspiration ~

Beautiful purple finds.....

flower photo by ameliakayphotography on etsy

custom dress by elishasewell on etsy

savoy truffle bangle set by bullfinchbarbury on etsy

linen pincushion by namolio on etsy

Click on the caption under the photos to view these wonderful shops. Happy Easter ~ Passover, sweet friends!

~ Inspiration ~

robin watercolor by splodgepodge on etsy

You were born with potential.
You were born with goodness and trust. 

You were born with ideals and dreams. 

You were born with greatness.
You were born with wings.
You are not meant for crawling, so don't.
You have wings.
Learn to use them and fly.

~ Rumi ~

~ Words ~

far above here by elementaleyephoto on etsy

May the sun bring you new energies by day

full moon photograph by landofliv on etsy

May the moon softly restore you by night

love rain by jmariephoto on etsy

May the rain wash away any worries you may have

something blue by raceytay on etsy

And the breeze blow new strength into your being…..

autumn walk photography by brandiepahl on etsy

And then all the days of your life may you walk gently

spring green by dahliahousestudios on etsy

Through the world and know its beauty.
~unknown author~

~ A Few of My Favorite Things ~

screenprinted grey sweatshirt by sealmaiden on etsy

I. Love. This. Shirt. I actually have four Sealmaiden shirts and they are equally fabulous. If you have one of my jewelry pieces from the last two months, it's very likely that I made it wearing one of these four shirts. I like them THAT much.

autumn leaf lip shimmer by orangethyme on etsy

I bought the set of five lip shimmers from orangethyme and this color is my absolute favorite. It's warm, natural looking and is priced under $5. And the label is so darn cute!

aspen detailed mug from blueskypotteryco on etsy

I have a version of this mug by blueskypotteryco in blue and yellow and I start every morning with it. The details are gorgeous and I love that you can feel them when you run your hand over the mug. Hey, I never said I wasn't odd. :)

Happy Saturday!

~ Inspiration ~

birds flying by PhotographyDream on etsy

Sometimes you just have to take the leap and build your wings on the way down.
~Kobi Yamada~

~ A Few of my Favorite Things ~

horses running in the fog by dorndorf on etsy

Sigh. Nothing relaxes me like seeing horses run. And after taking a week off to hand select my gemstones for the year, I'm feeling a little overwhelmed. So I pulled together a collection of beautiful things that make my heart smile.

ceramic serving platter by christianesutherland on etsy

I. love. texture. And this gorgeous piece has loads of it. This artist's rustic style is right up my alley.

hemp scarf by enhabiten on etsy

 A major step up from a baseball cap, this scarf is so boho beautiful. Dyed with foraged materials in New Hampshire, each is one of a kind and wants to be worn. A lot.
You can view these beautiful pieces by clicking on the links under each photo.
Happy Monday!