tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87465677342021948652012-02-19T12:28:49.684-05:00the joys of paper creations, note writing and suchSusanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-20483499455692409982012-02-13T16:39:00.002-05:002012-02-13T16:40:20.347-05:00

Happy Valentines! Have fun this Valentine Day and take the opportunity to let someone know how you feel! A few heartfelt, handwritten words is a true expression. Be Mine A wonderful day to write special notes to those you love :) I Love You  Even though Valentines Day comes once a year, a special, heartfelt note can be written any day of the year! What a lovely suprise!

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-79606460495335674922012-02-06T13:47:00.001-05:002012-02-06T16:45:51.059-05:00

One of the most exciting parts about planning a party is creating the guest list and letting the guests know. To me, sending paper invitations is the most enjoyable choice, as the invitation sets the tone of the celebration. It becomes an expression of the occasion.  Fun, special, personal. It's always very exciting to OPEN an invitation too, an experience e-invitations can't match! I have a

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-12559750073995566142012-01-23T10:07:00.001-05:002012-01-23T10:16:07.843-05:00

Here is a beautiful collection of wonderful creations from Etsy. Do you think the signs of Spring will emerge faster this year? Enjoy!

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-36391961547155019082011-12-14T13:26:00.001-05:002011-12-14T13:26:48.417-05:00

Still looking for a special gift? I urge you to consider the gift of a handwritten note! A thoughtful note is "priceless" and very inexpensive. I am holding a seasonal sale in my Etsy shop, 15% off your purchase with the coupon code TISTHESEASON15 till Friday, December 16th. If you are not a note writer, perhaps you may have a special friend or family member who is! Click to the right and take

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-26326563347462997812011-12-12T13:01:00.001-05:002011-12-14T13:09:10.647-05:00

I have been very busy attending craft shows this holiday season. It is always fun to observe people as they approach my table and scan my creations. I have heard some interesting comments and motivations as to why a particular design caught their eye. But the most delightful and heartwarming stories have been from those who purchase anything with a Cardinal on it. The Cardinal seems to have a

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-4677760228631180832011-11-30T19:51:00.001-05:002011-12-14T13:10:21.940-05:00

Looking for something to do this weekend??? Come by the Arboretum in Morristown, New Jersey and see over 200 GINGERBREAD CREATIONS, yes gingerbread! In addition, creatives will have their wares for sale just in time for holiday shopping. I will be there with an assortment of cards, gift cards, invitations and my new Irish Linen Tea Towels with 3 designs...the PERFECT hostess gift for the

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-90841470249832816132011-11-28T17:06:00.001-05:002011-11-29T09:21:00.649-05:00

Here is a wonderful collection of items in a treasury curated by Elena Baer on Etsy. She was so gracious to include my Amaryllis note cards. Colorful and festive! Enjoy

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-56451674651485478762011-11-22T11:11:00.001-05:002011-11-22T12:50:24.014-05:00

So excited about a new product launch of mine....gorgeous 100% Irish Linen Tea Towels beautifully embellished with a few of my favorite images.  The towels have a pretty embroidered stitch that really sets off the design. Just in time for the holidays! 'Tis the Season!! Beautiful fabric, easy care I will have them at my next vendor event at 2011 Annual Gingerbread Wonderland

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-22880343572183945092011-11-17T14:39:00.001-05:002011-11-17T14:49:28.993-05:00

Great fun meeting the shoppers at the Holly Berry Craft and Gift Show. So nice to meet and find those note writers out there who appreciate the gift of a handwritten note! Thank You for stopping by. I received Great feedback on my new Irish Linen Tea Towels. Write on and Happy Holiday Shopping

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-46589871507089710472011-11-04T20:30:00.003-04:002011-11-17T14:38:04.979-05:00

Getting ready for the Holly Berry Craft and Gift Show this coming weekend. I am very excited as it the first time Happenstance Creations will be a participating vendor. Very busy planning the assortment of paper goodies that will be available to shoppers. I also will have available beautiful Irish Linen Tea Towels just in time for the holidays. If you are in the area, please stop by and say

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-33777179966584642282011-10-16T20:51:00.001-04:002011-10-16T20:51:54.896-04:00

Love the color blue. Here are a few items gathered in a lovely treasury by Etsy seller eraticus who was so gracious to include my Blue Butterfly personalized notes. Something here has got to grab your eye.....

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-45839803248392863702011-10-15T08:31:00.000-04:002011-10-17T16:53:02.349-04:00

Love the idea behind this challenge. Created by the Etsy Greetings Team to bring awareness of the importance and pleasure derived from sending handwritten notes and cards.  Each week for one year beginning October 9, 2011- October 11, 2012 simply use the postal system and see what fun you can have!  Who doesn't love opening up an envelope that has been personally (hand) addressed to you? I

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-63231488182012470682011-10-05T08:29:00.000-04:002011-10-05T08:29:36.547-04:00

To accept as true. To think. Suppose To believe in.  To have faith in the reliability, honesty, benevolence of... (dictionary.com) The seed will sprout into a beautiful flower.  The caterpillar will morph into a butterfly.                          The butterfly will seek the colorful flower. Believe note cards Created for B. I. G. (Believe, Inspire, Grow), a networking organization

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-31365531786865783102011-09-27T16:28:00.000-04:002011-09-29T12:03:26.467-04:00

Lisa Rangel, the Managing Director of Chameleon Resumes, contacted me this summer about creating note cards for her.  She wanted a simple fold over with her logo and company name.  You can imagine what her logo is.... an adorable, colorful chameleon.  I was very excited about this, as I have seen that chameleon on her business card and always thought it would look great on a note card. So I

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-11487447529846127002011-05-03T12:48:00.004-04:002011-05-03T12:51:34.913-04:00

I love Teasuries on Etsy! I have done many myself and for me, all it takes is poking around Etsy and seeing either a common color or theme and before you know it you have a treasury! They are truly a work of art... and a great way to show off the enormous amount of talented sellers that choose to set up their stores on Etsy. It's also exciting to receive a message that an item from your shop

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-38096192199564882032011-04-22T14:16:00.001-04:002011-04-22T14:35:01.850-04:00

Today is Earth Day.  A day devoted to celebrating our beautiful planet.  In celebration, Nature Conservancy has introduced the campaign "Picnic For Our Planet" http://earthday.nature.org/picnic and the message is EAT Smart                                  EAT Local                                    EAT Sustainably                                       EAT Green

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-76125576304587758942011-04-07T09:35:00.021-04:002011-04-07T11:15:34.919-04:00

The Lovely Clusters Spring 2011 Catalogue has just been published and it is absolutely wonderful! Beautifully crafted items are bundled on pages organized by color and theme.  It is truly a work of art!  So happy to see a few of my note cards included       just a peek of some of my favorite pages...............but go have a look for yourself!

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-49741463237141522452011-03-29T11:16:00.005-04:002011-04-18T10:58:19.917-04:00

A few weeks ago, I went for a walk and started thinking about how much I was looking forward for the season to change.  I think we are all tired of the long, cold winter and are ready for......a change. I grew up on the east coast and love the change of season.  I think it makes life interesting.   With the change of season  brings new activities like getting out (new) seasonal clothing and

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-43184982267582511382011-02-28T23:11:00.000-05:002011-02-28T23:11:26.645-05:00

I just got back from a visit to the west coast and wow was it refreshing!  I found that seeing snow all the time was killing my creative juices.  I need to see color!  For me, nature is really a source of inspiration..............  The beauty of the animals at the San Diego Zoo was amazing! I have so many awesome pictures from this trip, I could post them all :) Yes there are still

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-33347588620175592782010-11-29T10:58:00.000-05:002010-11-29T10:58:18.953-05:00

Having a Cyber Monday kind of a day...stop by my etsy shop and receive 10% off on any order.  But be sure to use the coupon code CYBERMONDAY10 at check out. Holiday cards, gift enclosures, and personalized notes all handmade and heart warming!

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-67111018437694125872010-11-22T08:10:00.000-05:002010-11-22T08:10:49.455-05:00

Lovely Clusters - Beautiful Handmade + Vintage So excited to have joined the other lovelies on this beautiful website!

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-87499753351501328552010-11-08T06:29:00.002-05:002010-11-16T09:23:04.341-05:00

A chance to win 24 Greeting Cards created by team members of the EtsyGreetings Team during the month November.... over $75.00 in value! Wouldn't that be awesome for the holidays?  Each EtsyGreetings participating shop owner donated a greeting card with the color red in it.  The rules are simple: for every purchase you make from any of the participating shops your name is entered - unlimited

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-50699259187605633292010-10-01T10:46:00.001-04:002011-04-18T10:56:40.555-04:00

It's exciting enough to get a handwritten note in the mail, but when there is just a hint on the outside of the envelope of what is on the inside...well talk about suspense!!!  I was one who use to use sealing wax with a special imprint on the back of my envelopes when I use to write long letters. So I decided I would create coordinating seals to put the finishing touches on  my note cards. I

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-77268901489033084892010-09-16T09:41:00.007-04:002010-09-21T08:49:48.192-04:00

Add a name to anything and it becomes special. Personalization makes a big difference especially when writing notes as you will see. I have taken a few of my seasonal Autumn designs and are now offering personalization. There are some really beautiful FONTS available. Selecting the font that works with the design is a lot of fun. Like this one...... Peaceful Bird.  The curls and

Susanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16788284579866047025noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8746567734202194865.post-34641376765021811712010-08-17T15:03:00.007-04:002010-09-10T16:03:27.838-04:00

Just a few weeks ago, while I was in a room on the second floor of my house, I heard birds outside making a lot of noise.  What I heard were tweets that were so small and so sweet.  I looked out my window to see what was going on and sure enough there was a birds nest with 2 little "newborns" on a branch of a tree.   Their necks were stretched out in anticipation of their momma dropping a worm

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