Christmas In July Missy69 Etsy, Item 1: Soft Variegated Baby Boy Crochet Blanket

So, if you were following along, I didn't do so great blogging in June. My life has been crazy since April, and I sure am hoping by the end of July it will slow down a little, and be more normal. For the month of July, I am running a Christmas in July sale. There are 14 items marked down, and they center around Christmas, or cold weather. For example, this lovely baby blanket, handmade crochet with baby soft yarn in variegated blues and greens. A lot of time goes into a crochet project, and often people don't realize how much love is put into a crocheted item. Crocheted items last for years, are super warm, even the lighter yarns, and can be handed down from generation to generation. Visit my Etsy store to see this beautiful baby blanket, and maybe purchase too.  I can't make the link thing work on my Nextbook, so go to Etsy and search Missy69, and  you will find my shop.  I will fix the link asap.

Wooden Wedding Card Box with Wood Burned Roses Can Be Personalized

This week was a very productive week, at least as far as crafts go. It has been a stressful week, also, and my crafts keep me sane. I have lots of new items to share, starting with this lovely wooden wedding box, that I drew then wood burned roses,and wedding bands on. It came out beautiful, and it can be personalized, you just have to ask. It is available to purchase in my Etsy shop.


 I have two new rings done, so far, with more new settings waiting, and have done two paintings, and some crocheting. I told you it was a productive week. Stay tuned!

Shark Tooth Fossil Pink and Blue Resin Jewelry Pendants and Necklaces Florida Souvenir Keepsake

7 days left in the #EtsyCIJ2015 event, and today I am sharing some genuine Florida fossil jewelry, from my Etsy shop. The first one is pink resin, with a small shark tooth fossil, and some Florida ferns. It has a pink wire wrapped bail. The second one is slightly blue tinted resin with a large Florida shark tooth fossil. You can read the story of how we dug up and found these fossils, in older posts, or on my homeschool blog. These are unique, and special gifts. Now through July 12, use coupon code christmasinjuly to get an extra 10% off. That is for all my shop items, not just the ones I feature each day. I also offer free USA shipping, and a layaway service. Visit my Etsy shop, Melissa's Menagerie of Stuff, now. 



https://www.etsy.com/listing/187634139/sale-unique-feminine-pink-resin-pendant?ref=shop_home_active_1&ga_search_query=fossil

 https://www.etsy.com/listing/233933137/genuine-florida-shark-tooth-fossil-resin?ref=shop_home_active_2&ga_search_query=fossil

Wood Burning Project #2 Wedding Picture Frame Keepsake

Last night I sat down to do my second wood burning project. I purchased a basic wooden frame, at my local craft store. Then I hand drew all the items onto the wood. Then of course I burned the design onto the wood. You can see the results. You must have some good hand strength, and a steady hand too, to do wood burning. I wear a sock, or glove, when I wood burn, because the instrument gets so hot it is hard to hold for long periods of time. My son, and daughter both want to give wood burning a try. I think it is fine for my son, not sure about my daughter. This is available to purchase in my store, Melissas Menagerie of Stuff, on Etsy. It can be stained, painted, and personalized with name and date. I think I like the frames better than the plaque, which I did last time. It just seems to be more usable than a plaque. But, I will do those too. Custom orders are always welcome. I am using a new photo editor, and getting use to it,  so if some of the edges look funny that is why. 

Have I Been Busy?

Yes, I have been very busy. So busy I feel like I can't keep up with my blogs. Some of that has to do with the fact that the kids and I are back to homeschooling. As you can imagine that takes up a lot of my time. The other day I was really feeling the need to draw. So, I drew out some pieces, and now I have to either paint them, or color in with colored pencils. Drawing takes a long time, at least I think it does. Since I am new to drawing, it takes me even longer. I have a very special truck drawn out for a boy's room. I will share when I am done. The gift bag shown below, was painted black and then the pink cat painted on. I love painting the gift bags. I have sold one, a penguin bag, but would love to sell more of these. They are great as gift wrap, then the person it was used for can frame the art and keep it forever. Check out my Etsy store to see all my hand painted gift bags.

A Couple Of Unique Valentines Gift Ideas

I am going to share a couple of cute Valentines Gift ideas with you today, that have nothing to do with jewelry. The first one I think is sweet. It is a onesie for your infant or toddler, with their special picture on it. This could be a keepsake for years to come. Put it away, and share it with them years later, or even better on graduation day. I love this idea, and at 12 dollars, it is certainly affordable. Visit Java Jess Etsy shop for details on ordering this great gift idea, and be sure to check out all her other great items while you are there. Don't buy chocolates, or stuffed animals, get something unique.


Next are Barefoot Books. I had never heard of these award winning childrens books until just recently. I have ordered a set for myself, and am now an ambassador to sell them. These books will take your child on an adventure every time. They have princesses, knights, pirates, just to name a few. Plus books to celebrate Chinese New Year, and Valentines Day. Their prices are affordable, and they have great sales too. Go to my Barefoot Shop, and buy your kids some books for Valentines Day. They will thank you. Or you can just click the banner to shop.