Happy Monday lovies! I haven't done an Instagram post in awhile so I thought I'd let everyone in on what's been going on in my life lately. I'm sure you all know by now that I've found an amazing Agent to help me with my dream of publishing a crochet book. It's been a long journey
(and it hasn't even started yet) and I'm excited and scared for what's to come. I really don't know what to expect... since I've never traveled down this road before, but I'm thrilled that my small fiber art business is taking this HUGE step in the right direction.
I'm happy that even though the busiest time of year is over that I'm still receiving orders on Etsy and am selling in local boutiques. Last year right after the Holiday I had absolutley no orders and I was afraid that this year would prove to be the same. Although my sales have slowed down... they haven't stopped and that makes me know that I'm doing something right. These guys are pretty popular right now.... the smaller size seems to be more affordable and are quicker to make than the larger Hippo and Rhino.
We've been having the most glorious sunsets lately and it's really made me anxious for Spring to arrive. Since I captured this image the weather has drastically changed. We are in a cold spell with non stop drizzle. It's quite depressing and I miss the sun.
My style has been changing as well... I'm more into black and have been rocking a more "edgy" look these days. I think it's all part of me growing as a person and finding my way. I love expressing how I feel through fashion. This shirt is quite literal. Ha!
Makers gotta make! Jellyfish and Cuttlefish are the most popular critters that I make. They are pretty darn cute. I've finally organized the studio that the Mister built for me in our backyard and soon it will have plumbing and be fully functional. I've spent a lot of time trying to figure out what works best and functions best in that space. I've made a billion trips to Ikea and I'm sure I'll make a zillion more. It's coming along though... I can't wait to get a little bathroom in there so I don't have to go into the house every 30 minutes to pee.
I've decided that I want to take my blog in a different direction... I'd like to post more about crocheting and less about fashion. I do love to play dress up and document my daily wear but I also see my blog as a great outlet to show my work and to promote my little business. I will still post about fashion but I want my blog audience to grow more into the "crafty" direction. I adore Meredith Crawford of
One Sheepish Girl and how she shares her life as a crafter and a maker through her beautiful imagery.
More orders to fill on Etsy. I haven't made a Giraffe all year!
I finally broke down and bought a sewing machine after my last one broke about a year ago. I have all these awesome vintage dresses that are the most awkward length so I forced myself to fix one of them and was delighted that I figured out how to thread the bobbin on my own and re-vamp the dress into a sweet little mini. I wore it out to the sing along for New Years Eve. I can't wait to show it off!
I borrowed this adorable dress from Hannah of The Braided Bandit and paired it with my new black accessories that I purchased from Forever 21. I just love this head wrap and it's perfect for those cold Winter days.
This guy cracks me up... he is one of the first critters that I ever crocheted. It's supposed to be a Fox but doesn't really resemble one and definitely doesn't look as good as the ones I make today. I think this was circa 2009. It's fun to see how much my skills have improved over the years. My handiwork has improved a ton since then... but I kept him as a reminder of where I started. He is hanging in our guestroom upstairs as we speak.
My new "edgy" look that I've been sporting recently.
Poor Molly our little feathered baby cracked her nail when it was wedged in between two boards on the deck. I had to take her to a special Avian Vet and they removed her damaged claw and bandaged her up. Poor baby, we have to give her anti biotic twice a day and monitor her to see if there are changes in her daily activity. So far things have been good, I have to say it's been quite interesting to put a chicken in a carrying case and transport her to the vet. She's been the most well behaved chicken that I've ever seen and is growing strong and feisty each day.
I hopped onto Instagram one day to check my feed and this popped up via Pop Shop America. I promptly reposted it. Ha ha... shameless self promotion. Wanna nominate me for the 2015 Maker Award? Jump on over to Pop Shop America's linky poo here and have at it! I sure would appreciate the support.
My studio in the backyard is finally coming together. Here's a sneak peek at my little corner where all the magic happens. Ha ha! Just kidding.... this is where I mount, label and pack my little critters.
Super excited to receive this little vintage gem in the mail from The Braided Bandit's Etsy Shop. It's a sweet, little dusty pink nautical inspired baby doll dress. I can't wait to wear it to the beach this Summer!
This little shipment is on it's way to a very special customer!
So excited to have a vanity once again. I love this little corner that I have all to myself. The Mister put all the Ikea furniture together for me this last weekend. It's the perfect little space to do my makeup and hair.
Dropping off this adorable shipment to one of my favorite local boutiques that I sell at called A-Town. Check out their Tumblr feed here. It's so hard not to buy anything when I go into their store... I seriously want everything in there!
Lastly, I'm so delighted to pick up a copy of Meredith Crawford's book "Crochet with One Sheepish Girl". Meredith is such an inspiration... she is sweet as can be and has some serious talent. I had the pleasure of meeting her at the 2014 Renegade Craft Fair in Austin last year. She is also a fellow Texan as well. I can't wait to get started on these super adorable patterns!
That's about it for this gal. Hope everyone is off to an amazing work week! Follow along on my Instagram feed for more updates and fun pictures @nothingbutapigeon.
xoxo
