Where to start..

Boy have I been out of the blogging world to long. Although I continue to take orders and my MIL fill them, I have decided to sell my personal embroidery machine. I did not realize how busy that I would being a principal. I still continue to take orders and need to post pics of those or teach the MIL to do that too..lol. I have included a picture. It is still a great machine( Brother Innovis 1200).Its special because it converts from a regular sewing machine to an embroidery machine, so its a 2 in 1. Drop me an email if your interested. Happy Holidays to all our customers and friends !!!!

Give Away...check this out!

Stehanie Doak is giving away either a wooden sign or a 8"x10" canvas of your choice (personalization is included if wanted). What neat paintings, and isn't Christmas coming soon?? Here's the link for you to enter http://willowbirdwoods.blogspot.com/

Fall Break Fun...

What have I been doing? Painting, sewing, playing with Lilly. What could be better???

MES on the make...

Several teachers ordered these and there are several more to come. Also Irving College has a lot of supporters. More on the ways soon!! Thank you..Lindsey, April M. and April F.!!!!!

Nap anyone????

This is a matching cover, blanket and pillow that Lilly uses.( it covers one of those kinder-mats) Lindsey I promised to post it a long time ago, sorry it took so long. These make great Christmas gifts for the child who has everything!

Keepsakes..

Want to have a memento of a special occasion? Ordered by my SIL in Texas for a friend. Thanks Rebecca!!

Pee Wee Cattle Show

a BIG thanks TO daVID AND dIANE sNEED FOR ASKING LiLLY TO DO THE pEEwEE caTTLE sHOW AT THE FAIR. sHE HAD A BLAST!!

Bootiful things on the way...

Custom made Halloween set. Notice the ghost on the front is holding a sign that says "Boo", and on the back his sign says" Did I scare You?"

Stephanie Doak's new blog

http://www.willowbirdwoods.blogspot.com/

Repurpose..reuses...redo..

I'm always looking for cute outfits to jazz up. Have something in your closet you want to JAZZ up??
Picture in background taken by Kandice Patrick.

Pioneer Pride

How about one for WCHS...... which school will be next to show their pride???

Calling all TIGER Fans

LeAnn Grissom ordered this T-shirt for the upcoming basketball season. At only $3.00 letter this could be the "steal" of the season!!!

Checkbook covers

Made for a wedding gift. Great to put some cash in for those newlyweds to spend!! Order yours for $10.00( no cash included..lol)

Where have I been???

Most of you know that I am the new principal at Morrison, and I want to thank all of you for the sweet comments, calls, and cards. I have always had the desire to become an administrator, and I have even interviewed before and not gotten the job. I do believe what the speaker at our county wide in service said that stuck with me" You are here by design." I do believe that GOD has plans for all of us, and I am grateful. My family has already put up with the long hours and all the calls. Thank you all, and I love you for all you do!!! GO EAGLES!!!!!!

Little Cheerleader......

Lilly wore this in a pageant on Saturday. She didn't even place....what were they thinking....LOL

Thanks Ma for making this...you know I have been crazy lately. We love you!

What do I have in the works??????

Now being served..

Pattie Smith requested this apron for one of the fantastic parents at Eastside. He helped them with the cookout and fundraiser...what a nice guy!!!!!!

Tiny Tot wrap..

What about this beach/towel wrap for that little one. Lilly's is made from a hand towel with variegated thread on the detailing and name.

One Letter Monograms..on Sale for Month of June $5

Bring your towel, beach bags, kitchen towels and we will put a one letter monogram for $5.00 during the month of June only.( regularly $7.00)

Daddy's Girl but Momma's Little Cupcake

Don't forget that we also do applique lettering. We can do a child's name with different fabrics for each letter. You know that Lilly likes to model, but she hates to be fitted LOL!!

I love Giveaways!!!! Hope you do too!!

Natasha at Elegant Celebrations and Designs says...
It's time for a giveaway.

What am I giving away you ask...ANYTHING YOU WANT!!!

Yep, you will receive your choice of any one item from my etsy shop or my website

PLUS, I have a special pendant picked out to send with your choice.

Or, if you prefer you can get a $30 credit toward a cake.

This giveaway will end on May 31st.

Here's how you enter:
You will receive one entry for each.

1)Visit my etsy store or my website and leave me a comment letting me know what your favorite item is.

2) "Heart me" on etsy if you have an account. Leave me a comment and let me know you have done that.

3) Follow me on blogger. Leave me a comment letting me know you are follower.

4) Become a subscriber.

5) Refer someone to my blog. If they mention your name you will receive another entry.

6) If you grab my button and put it on your blog you will receive 2 entries. Let me know you have done this.

7) Blog about the giveaway. Leave a link in the comment form to you blog post.

8) Post a bulletin or a blog entry on myspace or facebook. Don't forget to let me know you have done this.

9) Purchase something from my etsy store or my website for 2 entries.

10) Join me on Facebook and become a fan.

If I have 25 or more fans by the close of the giveaway I will choose 2 winners.

The winner(s) will be chosed by a randon number generator.

You can go to her site by using the button on my blog..happy entry!!!!!!

Play Ball

To one of my favorite students, hope you have a great summer!!

Its a wrap..

Doris Stephens ordered theses cute wraps as Graduation gifts. These turned out great. I think they will enjoy them tremendously.

Up, Up and Away..

Rachel Livesay needed a Super Hero costume for a birthday party that Cash was attending. As you can see Captain Cash was born. This was so much fun to do!!! Heard that he was one of the favorites....glad they enjoyed it!!!

Westwood Day School Grad Gifts

The moms at Westwood are putting together Beach gifts for the little ones this year. Boys and girls are getting the towels with monogram names...how great is that???

New Fonts...

I purchased 4 new fonts..Retro, applique, Disney, and plain. These microfiber dishtowels made the perfect material to do my samples on.

Cash Livesay turns 2..

Stephanie George request a custom made shirt for this sweetie's bday and to top it off he's soon to be a big brother!! How cute this art caddy bag is with his name monogrammed on it. These can be made in any size or fabric. Shirt-20 Caddy-20 Turning 2 and getting a new baby brother..Priceless!!!!

5 Fingers..can you do it????

This is beautiful - and it is surely worth making the 5 finger prayer a part of our lives.


1.Your thumb is nearest you. So begin your prayers by praying for those closest to you. They are the easiest to remember. To pray for our loved ones is, as C. S. Lewis once said, a 'sweet duty.'

2. The next finger is the pointing finger. Pray for those who teach, instruct and heal. This includes teachers, doctors, and ministers. They need support and wisdom in pointing others in the right direction. Keep them in your prayers.

3. The next finger is the tallest finger. It reminds us of our leaders. Pray for the president, leaders in business and industry, and administrators. These people shape our nation and guide public opinion. They need God's guidance.

4. The fourth finger is our ring finger. Surprising to many is the fact that this is our weakest finger, as any piano teacher will testify. It should remind us to pray for those who are weak, in trouble or in pain. They need your prayers day and night. You cannot pray too much for them.

5. And lastly comes our little finger - the smallest finger of all which is where we should place ourselves in relation to God and others. As the Bible says, 'The least shall be the greatest among you.' Your pinkie should remind you to pray for yourself. By the time you have prayed for the other four groups, your own needs will be put into proper perspective and you will be able to pray for yourself more effectively.

If you decide to send this to a friend, you might brighten someone's day! Pass this on to someone special... I did and I hope you add this to your blog!!

How sweet...

Christy Partain brought me this cute little dress to embroider for her niece. Miss Sophi is one lucky girl to have her as an aunt. Hope the dress was a hit!!!

That's a wrap!!

Lisa Rowland also wanted me to make this cute shower wrap for a graduating Senior. She chose a black and pink to match her room. I have 3 more orders for these, so I agree that this is a great practical gift for a graduate.

WOW ...If This Isnt Love

Thanks to Michelle for passing this along, and to always feel grateful for the days you have!!!!

Her name is Katie Kirkpatrick, 21 yrs old. Next to her is her fiancé, Nick, 23.
This picture was taken prior to their wedding January 11th,2005 . Katie has terminal cancer and spends hours in chemotherapy.
Here Nick awaits while she finishes one of the sessions..

Even in pain and dealing with her organs shutting down, with the help of morphine, Katie took care of every single wedding planning.
Her dress had to be adjusted several times due to Katie's constant weight loss.

An expected guest was her oxygen tank. Katie had to use it during the ceremony and reception.
The other couple in this picture are Nick's parents, very emotional with the wedding and of course to see their son marrying the girl he fell in love when he was an adolescent.

Katie, in a wheel chair listening to her husband and friends singing to her.

In the middle of the party Katie had to rest for a bit and catch her breath. The pain doesn't allow her to stand for long period of time.

Katie died 5 days after her wedding. To see a fragile woman dress as bride with a beautiful smile makes you think... happiness is always there within reach, no matter how long it lasts.....lets enjoy life and don't live a complicated life. Life is too short.


work as if it was your first day

forgive as soon as possible

love without boundaries

laugh without control

and never stop smiling
even if you don't know the reason.
Please pray for those suffering from cancer.

We all have close to our heart.

Sweet Dreams..off to college

WCHS softball booster Lisa Rowland contacted me to make these pillowcases for the Seniors. Each pillow is trimmed out with the university colors that they will be attending. I heard they were a big hit....LOL Best of luck to all the seniors!

Dibrell Pageant

Tonya Rains asked me to make these for the pageant last weekend. It's always a thrill to know that some sweet girl will be hanging the sash up in her room as a memory keepsake. Congrats to all the winners!!!