Gearing up

With the fourth quarter in full swing, I have been heavy into production and will continue to be in this mode for quite some time to come. So I thought you might be interested in what i have been up to. First up is a final product from last year's line up. This is a set of grubby candy canes that smell most divine. They are scented in the delicious aroma of warm baked cinnamon buns. These were a fabulous seller last year and this year is proving to be much the same.

I am currently working on a wholesale order for these from someone who couldn't keep enough stocked last year. This particular order is for 6 1/2 dozen, and with 3 per set, this means I will be dipping 234 canes for this order alone. Below is just a small part of the order, which I grubbied up this past weekend. I still have a lot more to go!

Now just because the holidays are fast approaching does not mean that I can ditch everything else. On the contrary. I have not lost sight of the many, many products that I will need to produce for the show in February. Here is just a sampling of what I have been working on this week.

Well, that's all for now....I better get back to work!!!

The random number generator

...at Random.org has chosen the random #1 for our winner from last week's guesses!!!! Francie, you have WON!!! I'll be in touch about your prize.

Looky, looky!

I found these in a closet today in the craft room. I made them a while back. I will be sewing them into more pillows right away. The even better news is that I have about 10 more sitting there ready to be stitched! So I have my "work cut out for me." LOL!

Guess what I've been doing????!!!!

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I am sure that it is obvious that I have been making a pattern up and then producing these cute little crocheted flowers! NOW...the question is: Do YOU know what I am going to do with them???? Post your guesses and I will randomly choose one from the correct answers who will receive a little gift with one of these flowers on it! Happy guessing!

Pink October

This week we at Make Mine Pink will present a special shop hop called Pink October. All shops that are part of this special shop hop have contributed money to the Susan Komen Foundation to further breast cancer research. I would love it if you would join me as we present you with special items for your shopping experience. Please don't forget to support this special charity and honor the women in your life.

Please join us...this will be FUN!!!

Stitches in Time; tiny stitches holding the hem of a linen napkin, stitches intertwined to make the most delicate lace, stitches crocheted by the smallest hook, stitches through canvas strengthened by wool yarn. It's these stitches created out of love that adorn a bedspread crocheted for a granddaughter's wedding, a sampler commemorating the birth of a child, a fine table cloth made to entertain the most important guests and family at Thanksgiving. Each of these stitches has survived the test of time and is so much more appreciated today as gifts from our past and treasures of our future.

Join the Boutiques at Make Mine Pink for our "Stitches in Time" Pink Friday event, September 26. You will find the most cherished item stitched with time and love.

The Newest Product!!!

Although I did not win the big prize for my display, I am so happy to use the picture of my creation for this special announcement! I want to introduce to you the newest product for my line, one that I am sure you will love. These are hand dipped scented pinecones. They come in several colors and scents, but this is the very newest one, Peppermint Kiss. The scent is a scrumptious combination of peppermint and white chocolate. A basket of these will scent a room as well as making a beautiful statement. Single cones will scent a small powder room or even a drawer or closet...but I can't imagine hiding one for long! They are so pretty. I will have them listed on my site soon with pricing information. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me in the meantime.