Life Is wonderful

I thought I would post a few things going on in my life lately.

My daughter married in July and I found out I am going to be a grandmother. How exciting is that?!

I have been creating tons of new pendants the last few months. I can't seem to get them on Etsy before I sell one without a pic taken. I love it!

Our bath and body products are selling well too. Hand sanitizer is extremely popular with all the H1N1 going around. It's nice to help keep down the germs and have a nice fragrance too!

Local candle orders are coming full force during the fall season. There isn't anything like burning a fall fragrance in the cool crisp evening while cozying up on the couch with a good book or good show!

We recently started homeschooling my youngest daughter. Man o Man that is a challenge all it's on. I commend anyone out there who homeschooled from the beginning. You are #1 in my book.

I hope I didnt bore you too much! I wanted to share with you all the wonderful things going on in my life!

I would love to hear how you are!

Summer Time Treats-Orange Banana Smoothie Pops

In the summer time I love trying out new recipes from Country Living Magazine. I tried this one with a few modifications and our family loved them.

Orange-Banana Smoothie Pops

1 container(s) (7-ounce) Greek yogurt
2/3 cup(s) thawed orange juice concentrate
2 large bananas
Zest of 1 lime
1 tablespoon(s) fresh lime juice
DIRECTIONS: Puree one Greek yogurt, thawed orange juice concentrate, bananas, lime zest, and fresh lime juice in a blender.
Pour into six 3-ounce molds. (We used mini baking tins with Popsicle sticks, but you can also substitute paper cups.) Freeze until smoothie pops are solid, about 4 hours.
To release pops, dip molds into hot water until pops loosen and slide out. If using cups, peel away paper.


NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (per serving)Calories 72
Total Fat 1g
Saturated Fat --
Cholesterol 4mg
Sodium 19mg
Total Carbohydrate 15g
Dietary Fiber 1g
Sugars --
Protein 2g
Calcium --

Crazy for Collars is the BEST!!!

In one word *WOW*

If you have pups and enjoy taking them for walks or sporting them around with beautifully designed collars you have to check out Crazy for Collars etsy store.
I purchased two TOP QUALITY professionally made designer collars for my schnauzers and have to say that I am VERY IMPRESSED with the stitching, quality and most of all LOVE that went into these. Don't hesitate on the quality because I am hear to tell you that they are the BEST!!!
Thanks Crazy for Collars for these! I will definately be back for more as gifts and for my baby girl schnauzer. I can't wait to pick out a pretty little girly one!
www.crazyforcollars.etsy.com



I just found out that Suzanne is featured on the blockheadradio challenge.

Look at the wonderful award I received today!

While at work today, I decided to jump on Etsy and found that I received this wonderful award. What a treat to see I was awarded by a good friend I met on What's In the Box on Etsy. Thanks so much Elizabear! http://elizabeardesigns.blogspot.com/


Here are my top 10 blog sites I like to read!
1. http://jeanniewray.blogspot.com/
2. http://creatureofthenight1313.blogspot.com/
3. http://babycakes1011.blogspot.com/
4. http://cobwebcornerblog.blogspot.com/
5. http://beadwired8.blogspot.com/
6. http://macrifotografia.blogspot.com/
7. http://jewelrybyjenny.blogspot.com/
8. http://kissmyasana.blogspot.com/
9. http://lizardqueenjewelry.blogspot.com
10. http://iwannawinthebox.blogspot.com/

byhand.me-Check it out!!!

If you havent signed up for byhand.me what are you waiting for? I just did and I have to admit it was pretty darn easy, free, and fun too!

What exactly is byhand.me?
ByHand serves as a free social network for those who make handmade and those who buy handmade. Here's a run down of what you can expect from the site:

Artisan Directory
Spotlights
Forums
Member Blogs
Social Networking
Chat
Private Messaging
RSS Feeds
And more..

Here is a spotlight page I created within just a few minutes. Similar to Etsy treasury, but it lasts forever or until you delete.

http://www.byhand.me/component/option,com_content/Itemid,73/id,1544/task,view/

NEW products for you!

We are working up a storm to get our new products out to the public.
Our bath bombs made it to the store last week.
Already sold a couple on Etsy and hear is what one of our fabulous customers PrimitiveJunkie over here http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5904671 had to say about the BATH BOMBS!!!
QUOTE:
I highly recommend the bath bomb for anyone with any type of dry skin problem, my skin has never been softer after a bath. I can't say enough good things. I will be passing your card out to my girlfriends for sure.


We just finished lip balms this week and working on labels for them.
If you have a lip balm fetish you will want to try these. We are hoping to have them on the shelf by the end of the week.
We're going to carry 5 flavors to start with.

Banana Blast
Fudgesicle
Mega Melon
Strawberry Splash
Wildberry Burst
Unscented
What more can I say, YUM YUM!!!

Hope to see you all soon! I need to head back to my second home and plug away at more new items like the SUGAR SCRUBS that we will be listing on Etsy soon.

HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY TO YOU ALL!

Timothy Adams Blog-Check it out!!!

Have you ever wondered how so many are successful selling their items online?
Have you ever wanted to view your stats online,but don't know where to start or how?

I know just the right person that shares his tips and tricks to gaining exposure to various venues. It can't hurt to at least try now can it?

Check out this amazing Etsien that shares his tips and tricks to getting your name out there!

Click on the link to handmadeology

He is one facinating dude that can provide you with many way to create a successful business. What are you waiting for JUST CLICK!
http://timothyadamdesigns.blogspot.com/2009/01/hamdmadeology-promo-challenge.html

A day for being creative!

I have been testing new products to add to my bath and body line today.
Oh how much fun it is to test and be creative!
Once we perfect you will get a chance to try out some of these new creations.
Wanna know what we've been up to?

Here a few items we are working on currently.

SOAP
Lip Balms
and a creamy whipped soap that is oh sooooo good.
Whipped Body Souffle that is to die for!
Sugar soap cubes to add to the wonderful list of items.

Check back often at
www.clearlakecreations.etsy.com
www.clearlakecreations.com

They are all so great!