Shop Feature: The Book Whisperer

 

 This weeks shop feature is The Book Whisperer. The shop itself  specializes in  making smash books, junk journals, scrapbooks and photo albums. My favorite item is the decorative box from above. to find out more about this shop,  read below.

1. How did you come up with the Name of your Shop
  I’m a dog lover and one of my favorite shows is Cesar Milan’s program, TheDogWhisperer. I stole the name of my shop from him. (I hope he doesn’t mind.) When I first opened my shop, my artistic focus was on crafting ‘smashbooks’ by upcycling old books into new, gorgeous journals and scrapbooks. I felt I was rescuing and rehabilitating books, just as Cesar rescues and rehabilitates dogs. Since then, my focus has shifted more into the realm of Junk Journals, Photo Albums and other papercrafts… but the name is the same. =)
2. Tell us a little bit about your shop and what you think makes it unique?
  Every item in my shop is completely, totally, utterly handcrafted. I start with chipboard and glue and tape and pretty papers and buttons and… and.. and.. you get the point. I never know how an item will turn out when I begin, I just dig in and let the project flow of its’ own accord. Sometimes I’m really pleased with the final design, sometimes not so much. The beauty of papercrafting is that for those ‘not so much’ moments… I can always cover up the unpleasing area with something more pleasing.

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Shop Feature: 2 Sweet 4 Words

 

This weeks shop feature is 2 Sweet 4 words by Johari. The  Shop itself specializes  in vintage  clothing and accessories.If you like  vintage  style clothing,  this may be  one of the stores to check out. Continue down below to read more about the shop.

1. How did you come up with the Name of your Shop
It was my original handle in online chat rooms my freshman year in college
2. Tell us a little bit about your shop and what you think makes it unique?
2sweet4wordsVintage offers a large selection of vintage lingerie, clothing and accessories. My shop is unique in that it showcases all eras and all sizes. 2sweet4wordsVintage has clean pictures, clear and accurate descriptions and fair shipping prices.

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Get Creative With Casting Spells

After over  a year of opening up  my store, I have  discovered that I do  have a creative  side to things even though  back then I thought creative meant  more of an Art like drawing  or painting. But I soon realize that being creative  in even  spell casting is even more fun and  magical.  So here I am  to share something really important with you when you cast your own spells. Be creative! That's right.  What does that mean?  It means to go with the flow and  learn to  trust your own self  in  selecting the right magical items for your  situation. Often, I have found customers asking me to  recommend which candles work best for their situation. And  while,  I can recommend items that work best from my view point, I have discovered that when I tell customers to pick what they keep been drawn to it works best.  It's funny  how that works, but  it has been  very effective.

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Shop Feature: Tiny Tipis

 

This weeks shop feature is Tiny Tipis by Cory B.  The shop specializes in making  miniature teepees, canvas bags, dream catchers etc... So be sure to stop by to check out what this shop has to offer... I love the dream catchers actually so I would recommend them to people to have a peaceful sleep. Read more about the shop right  below.


1. How did you come up with the Name of your Shop?
I started making my Tipis before I made anything else. When I didn't have room to make full size ones I started making miniatures and scale models. Tiny Tipis just seemed like a natural fit!
2. Tell us a little bit about your shop and what you think makes it unique?
No one else makes miniature tipis that are authentic. No one else makes Canvas Grocery Bags and Market Totes from the high quality canvas that I do. No one else makes custom organizers for customers from just a quick photo. I do canvas better than anyone out there and I'm not shy about saying it.

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The Power of Sage

If you haven't heard  already Sage  is a  powerful herb that  has so many effects for us spiritually. For one most people  know that  sage is great for cleansing  negative energy.  The most common way is  to light sage and  blow  through the house even  in the corners. Some people like to do a  through a sweep of their home but i can also  understand that  sometimes even white sage been  lit this way be rather smoky and perhaps  its a bit sensitive  for others but that doesn't mean that there aren't any other  alternatives out there which is why I have  created a  few more sage  products to give  options for you decide what works best for you.

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Shop Feature: Some Kind of Pretty

 This week's shop feature  is called Some Kind of Pretty by Catheryn Dallenbach. She  makes handmade jewelry from  earrings, bracelets, necklaces, rings and so much more. I love the pumpkin earrings, those are pretty  cute and  just right in season too  :)  Read  below to get to know  more  about her and her shop :)


1. How did you come up with the Name of your Shop
-The name of my shop was by accident. The name I originally had in mind was already taken on Etsy. So I just played around with words until I got Some Kind of Pretty! I love it! It also reminds me of a song...Some Kind of Wonderful.

2. Tell us a little bit about your shop and what you think makes it unique?
-I dabble in a few styles, but I was always tend to make pieces that are everyday wearable. My pieces also have a bit of humor to them. I try to maintain a sense of femininity and simplicity in each piece, while also making it bright and fun.

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Apple Cake Recipe By IlonaPaperPassion

 


Hello Everyone,  

   I have started Guest blogging Tuesdays and  our first article is up from IlonaPaperPassion.  If you have been on Facebook and Twitter, you might have seen a post of the cute Mr.Potato Head  pumpkin design that Ilona Krzymianowski  created. Now, its time to try one of her  recipes! Who Loves Apples?? I know I do and will be trying this  recipe out soon, after all baking is my specialty. Be sure to check out more of llona's recipes, DIY and  other creative ideas at: http://ilonapaperpassion.blogspot.com/

Hi, I am Ilona from IlonaPaperPassion. I have a perfect apple cake recipe for the Fall season.  

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