Shops Are Active

I have decided to keep my Etsy and Artfire shops active, for awhile, at least.

The loss of my father has re-prioritized what is important for me to do in the near future.  My heart is heavy with grief and I am trying to move forward.  When I decide as to what direction I will go next in what I do, I will update my plans for Cher Chic.  I am thinking about adding drawings and watercolor paintings for others to purchase.  After all, the fine arts are really my passion.  Perhaps I will just offer patterns for some of the items that I have been selling in the past.

READY FOR EASTER!

Any one of these will be a wonderful surprise for an Easter basket!  

Left: AMORIE, the chocolate point primitive kitty.

Middle: CLORMEY, the impish little caterpillar in festive spring colors.

Right: HOPPIE, a white primitive bunny.

All three are of my origin designs inspired by creating things for my two granddaughters.

Please visit my shops for these and more!

http://www.etsy.com/shop/CherChic
  http://www.artfire.com/users/CherChic

A Hit with My Granddaughter

This pumpkin set was created today and is a hit with my 8-year-old granddaughter!  I have created so many pumpkins of different fabrics and accents, and this was not the one that I expected her to gravitate towards.  Even my husband was wowed by it.

This set and other pumpkins made by me are listed on my Etsy shop.

I hope to have all pumpkins listed by late Friday.  I have to take my father to his doctor tomorrow (out of town), and I am taking photos, etc., and this takes time.  I have enjoyed creating the pumpkins this time around, and by the first of next week, I am working on another Halloween idea - stay tuned.

It Is Time for Pumpkins!

I am presently stitching up some soft sculptured pumpkins.  Recently, I ran across a great find at a yard sale:  a huge stash of fabrics from a quilter of 20 + years.  From this stash, and from a selected number of prints purchased by me within the last year, these pumpkins are being created.  I do not know why, but the pumpkins are one of my favorite things to make.  Keep an eye out for these on my Etsy and Artfire shops next week!

Getting Back on Track & Free Artwork

After a schedule of 6 visits to hospitals and doctors, mainly for my father, within 8 days, I find that I may have time for doing some sewing and creating today.  I have a long list of projects to complete and need to get to it.  But, I am taking time out to publish this and let all, who are interested, know that I am back on track.  The artwork to the left is for your use if you wish to use it... All that I ask is that you give me credit for the artwork as that it is my creation.  It is a variation of one released last year (check out Art to Share tab at top of this page).  Have fun with it!

SIAMMIE on Etsy Treasury!

My SIAMMIE, one of the JellyBean Critters, has been featured on an Etsy Treasury!  I take this as a compliment.

THINKING ABOUT CHRISTMAS

I know that someone may be moaning, "already putting things out for Christmas!"  No, I am making it a goal to start making items for Christmas (and Halloween & Thanksgiving) in order to have these ready for the holidays.  As soon as I complete each item, if not for a gift for a family member or close friend, I will post it on Etsy and/or Artfire for sale.
~If you would like to see something made that you have not seen in my blog or shops, feel free to give input.  I will certainly take suggestions into consideration!~

{I CAN'T HELP IT}

Another nature shot from my window.

Although I am focusing on laundry and gardening today, my mind keeps thinking about new projects.  I just cannot help myself!

When I get the "must do" items out of the way, I will be creating something.  I still can sketch and doodle and write down ideas.

Do not forget about the GIVEAWAY - the deadline for entering is midnight, May 31st!

~:~ Marvelous Monday ~:~

It is raining! Just that fact makes my day so wonderful.  


What am I doing? I am listening to music by Annie Lennox and working on a new embroidery design.  I am also in the process of getting together a case for iPhones, etc., as suggested by a follower. I do not have an iPhone, but sure can use a new case for my cell phone.  In fact, I am thinking of making a new purse with matching zippered pouch and cell phone case for myself!!!  


What is with the photo?  This is a shot of one of the magnolia blooms on one of the five magnolia trees in my yard.  I love magnolias and they are in bloom now.  It is a good thing I love them as that the leaves keep us busy at a couple times of the year.  I may go out and cut a few to put in a vase in the house - they smell so good!

{{{ Back to Work }}}

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