Misfit Girl

Merry Christmas All

2010-12-25T13:54:00.000-06:00

Maybe Christmas, he thought, doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas... perhaps... means a little bit more! Welcome, Christmas, bring your cheer. Cheer to all Whos far and near. Christmas Day is in our grasp so long as we have hands to clasp. Christmas Day will always be just as long as we have we.

Simon's Cat in 'Santa Claws'

2010-12-10T16:22:00.000-06:00

Ho Ho Ho Blah Blah Blah Yada Yada Yada

2010-12-05T23:40:00.003-06:00

That particular title comes from my very favorite Christmas tshirt I own, it never fails to get a comment or a smile.

And speaking of the holidays, I'm having a little special on my Christmas items! If you purchase any of the items listed in my Christmas Section you can take 10% off your entire order. Aaaand you can also still take advantage of my buy two get one free offer.

Just enter the coupon code XMASPENDANT when you checkout.

I'm busily creating some holiday crafts and hope to be more attentive with my blog.

See this adorable puppy face?

2010-11-13T01:01:00.004-06:00

At appx 5 1/2 months old she has already gone into heat. Sigh. I noticed a bit of blood stains on my bed but was guessing it was from her losing her baby teeth.

Nope my girl became a woman QUICK. The vet had recommend spaying her at 7 months, but I was going to do it at 6. Now I'm going to have to watch when she goes out of heat, then wait 2-4 weeks after that.

Oh and did I mention we started training classes? A female in heat with a bunch of dogs. Awesome.

Simon's Cat 'Lunch Break'

2010-11-12T13:04:00.001-06:00

The Walking Dead

2010-11-08T21:18:00.003-06:00

If you're not watching 'The Walking Dead' on AMC please do correct your error and seek it out now. Fabulous zombie series, which has already been renewed for a second season.

They are having a contest for a walk on role as a zombie (are you kidding me, I just peed myself a little) so I was perusing their website and found this Survival Test.

When I first took it I was answering as if one of my answers could kill me, but when I got to the end and saw you didn't die I went back and answered how I'd probably react and I am:

Emotionally Scarred Loner

Ha!

Have fun - The Walking Dead Survival Test

Puppyhood

2010-11-07T13:16:00.003-06:00

I recently adopted/rescued a puppy from a friend's house where she had been abandoned. Many dramas later, she's come to stay with us. And my goodness puppies are such an extreme amount of work compared to kittens, I haven't owned a dog for about 11 years now so it's been a lot of fun and frustration. She learns quickly but has a touch of the sass and stubborn which I am working on.

She's part Boston Terrier part Min Pin. I watched a Dog Whisperer episode the other night that had a segment with each breed and I can say now she definitely favors her Boston side in temperament. Min Pins are notorious barkers, but she hardly utters a peep in fact she's a very good watchdog because she only barks when she senses something outside.

So please say hi to Charley.

Lookie what I made!

2010-09-03T17:27:00.003-05:00

I was on a step ladder and felt myself losing my balance and started teetering back and forth (teetering; that's a great word) and I didn't have anything to grab on. So I thought "well I should just jump down and land on my feet, better than falling and breaking an arm".

Yea that was the right choice.

New Simon's Cat "The Box"

2010-08-27T12:10:00.001-05:00

Tim Holtz New Paper Stacks

2010-08-27T01:29:00.003-05:00

Ah yes my friends I haven't even touched the Halloween in Wonderland papers, and here I am picking up a new pad, but it was just one!

**Okay I am so lying I have one more to reveal, there will be no judginess I decree!
And I quite possibly preordered a new Halloween stack and stamps ..... mumbles

When I first saw the look and variety of Tim's new papers I just new I must take a peek at them or cause myself a brain hemorrhage. I decided on the Lost and Found collection, I'm drawn to the dark and rustic colors myself. I got mine at Hobby Lobby with my 40% off coupon so it was a great deal. They also had Vintage Shabby and Retro Grunge, Vintage Shabby was my next choice, I am a fancy little girl who loves her pastels; the Retro Grunge for some reason reminded me of a circus theme. Not that I do not absolutely love a great circus theme it's too much green for my taste.
If you have read the specifications of Tim's pad they are very different from standard scrapbooking papers and that's what I always love about Tim, he think outside the box.

Each mat stack includes:
12x 12 Designs
6x6 Designs
2x2 Snippets
ATC
Borders
Motifs 12x12
Motifs 6x6

Carres 2x2
ATC
Bordures
**36 papers in all**

I have no idea what I'm doing with these these things, but they do make me squeal like a 5 year old "MINE I WANT THEM, BUT MOOOOOOOOM" Oh and I totally got some of his gears and spinners too, blah blah no one heard that blah.

I plan to stare at them tonite so they will tell me what to do with them, and if that doesn't work it's water boarding bitches.

On a bender?

2010-08-26T18:34:00.004-05:00

Apparently I have been since I haven't posted diddly squat since forever. I propose that Sidney and I have just been sitting around watching cat shows.

It cracks me up that he was just FASCINATED with the cats on tv, this was one of those Cats 101 shows and he watched the entire thing.

Tiny = Cute

2010-07-03T16:48:00.003-05:00

I'm pretty sure that's a law of physics.

I just made this Lost Dharma logo ring, and it made me go all 'awwwww'.
Really awww over a logo?

Halloween in Wonderland

2010-06-17T15:47:00.004-05:00

How friggin adorable is this?!

I should not be spending money unnecessarily since I'm still unemployed but I'm sorry, I could not resist this. It's a pre-order and I got mine at Stop and Scrap with a 15% discount. The discount makes up for the guilt.

I got both the 12x12 and 8x8 pads, along with an extra tag set. It's almost one of those sets that you hate to cut up and use because it's so cute!

2010-06-15T16:58:00.003-05:00

I have this cool little fan on my bedside table, the blades are a cloth material so it doesn't require a "cage" around the blades because if you stick your hand near it the blades don't cut. Nifty.

Morticia also thinks it's nifty. I wish I had taken a video instead of a photograph but she loves to stick her face in the moving fan. Silly cat.

I love how cats fit perfect on anything they are sitting on, she's plopped herself on my clock to spy something on the wall to knock off.

Thanks to Angie ..

2010-06-14T22:31:00.003-05:00

For her recommendation of using an open book to photograph my rings. I gave it a try and found it a little easier to get a clear picture, and also minus the annoyance of contorting my body on the bathroom floor to photograph the piece.

Twilight Series - Eclipse Premiere Offer!

2010-06-11T05:40:00.007-05:00

From the Twilight series, the premiere of Eclipse opens on June 30th. Planning to see the release with some friends?

With the purchase of 4 or more pendants, I can create any of the book covers (or a Twilight image of your choice) as gifts or party favors for your friends. A special price of $5 each will be offered!

Click on my Etsy shop to the right to send me a message.
You may also send an email to Mistfit.Girl@hotmail.com

Giveaway! AKA Free Stuff

2010-06-10T22:03:00.002-05:00

From my friend at Hopemore, she is offering a beautifully crafted polymer clay pendant along with a black necklace.

Entrance is a breeze, you need only leave a comment. Contest ends on the 17th, so hurry on over and be sure and check out the rest of her inspiring blog.

You may find the giveaway and her lovely blog at Hopemore Studios

My Next Hurdle

2010-06-10T21:51:00.003-05:00

Seems to be photgraphing rings. It's a bitch doesn't begin to cover it. I am considering buying one of those finger displays that are used at jewelry stores and art fairs. I do find the severed finger incredibly creepy though.

Also I do not have the most exquisite hands, while they are fairly well formed and small in proportion; they photograph as if I have a red rash over my entire hand. "Hi my mother was part lobster." I am able to correct this somewhat with a little use of the tan brush in Corel and softening of the picture, but I sure wish I could find a hand model.

Wanted: Severed beautifully manicured finger
No?

I normally photograph my things on the floor of the bathroom, perhaps I'll move them to higher ground on the sink .....or result to creepy severed finger display.

Lost Finale Tonight

2010-05-23T22:43:00.001-05:00

Writing this thru my tears of utter depression that my favorite show is coming to an end, I'm offering a special to those who read my blog.

Get free shipping on any of my Lost pendants thru May 28th.

Just mention that you saw the offer here in my blog in the Comments to Seller section when you checkout, and all shipping charges will be refunded.

Sniff. Goodbye Lost.

Where to take that picture?

2010-05-23T20:39:00.003-05:00

I am forever wandering around trying to find the best place to take pictures, forever buying paper for backgrounds or looking for some surface around my house. It's exhausting people.

I have discovered of all places ... the bathroom.

The bathroom floor to be more exact, found some non-detracting paper and WALLAH* perfect pictures.

I also upgraded my old Canon Powershot to a new one, which is working just dandy and it's a lovely chocolate brown. I believe I'm just going to smack my old one up on Ebay to sale.

* for those not in on the WALLAH joke ... Normally one would say VOILA! but a forum I'm a member of people are constantly misspelling things and they seem to work their way into my everyday speech from mocking them so. Hence the story of WALLAH!

Survived the plague

2010-04-25T15:45:00.004-05:00

I got sick last Sunday with some mutant flu/bronchitis/respiratory infection and was knocked off my feet for a week. I can't remember the last time I was so sick. Still have a horrible cough but I feel 100% better. I didn't move all week, so now I'm busily getting some Etsy orders out, updating shop and cleaning up house.

I also didn't put together the cats' new toy either, so they just lounged around on top of the box for a week. Got a chance yesterday, it was relatively simple and a big hit!

Gomez and Morticia check out this new contraption

Sidney enjoys the inside of the condo and the bouncy green thing!

Best part of the gift always seems to be the empty box

Ebay Loot

2010-04-15T13:15:00.004-05:00

So instead of being practical and sane, I decided to use the money I got from my Ebay auctions on stuff for ME. ME ME ME. No one said I was reasonable.

I got my first flat screen tv! A 32" Samsung for my bedroom. Adore it, I may never leave the bed.

Then I decided with the last bit of money I should get something for the cats. I have been planning for ages (and I do mean ages) to get them a tree; a furniture tree, not planting a real tree in my house in case you were wondering.

I got a great deal from Armarkat, this sucker is 72 inches tall. You know in a pet store this would would go for $300 up, plus the added addition of dogs having peed on it. Ordering from Armarkat was $125 plus free shipping. It will be here Monday.

Now putting it all together is a whole 'nother ball of wax. I am the woman known to my friends who got the shower stand (it had a tension rod) stuck behind the toilet (don't ask).

Bengals love to climb so I hope this gives Gomez some fun, he got booted out of my bedroom last night for scaling up on a wall shelf last night. I think my oldest kitty Lucy will love the hammock if Gomez doesn't pester her.

Happy Accident

2010-04-05T21:54:00.003-05:00

So I wasn't all that pleased with my resin experiment (see previous post), I don't think I mixed the resin right or I'm just too damn picky and they probably looked fine and I just found some tiny flaw I didn't like.

So I soaked the frames to remove the paper so I could salvage the frames .. and whadda ya know after I peeled the resin from the frames I had the prettiest little translucent images that had transferred to the resin. Excuse my gluey fingers.

You really can't tell up against the white since that compliments and brings out the color, but they are very interesting looking and not a lost cause after all!

Going Once, Going Twice

2010-03-28T22:21:00.002-05:00

I don't know if I have any fellow Buffy fans who read my blog but I thought I'd share some Ebay listings I'm putting up, there will be more added as I get around to taking pictures. I may have some non related Buffy items too, as umm I have a wee problem with buying collectibles.

I have WAY too many collectibles to ever display and appear normal ;-) So I'm doing some de-stashing to whittle down my collection.

Please visit if you are interested Ebay Auctions

Oh and to note that adult item is not a pervy porno tape, we'll it's a little pervy ... it's the 1997 Brad Pitt Playgirl magazine that was jerked off the shelves after a court order. One of my adorable gay friends bought it for me, so I thought I would pass it along to another Brad fan.

Quite a Pickle

2010-03-28T00:28:00.004-05:00

I'm making some new pendants for my Etsy store with ornate frames, I just love the vintage look and think they will go perfectly with all my Alice in Wonderland illustrations.

I've protected the back with several layers of acrylic gloss and a dimensional gloss, but what do do about the front? I tried using the dimensional gloss for the front, no go as the paper needs more support in the back. On some of the sizes I can attach a thin piece of glass or acrylic to the back, but for the other unusual sizes I don't have the pieces to match.

I am thinking of trying resin, I normally avoid it since you have to mix it perfectly and almost don a hazmat suit to use. I'm going to try it on the front first and see if that provides enough hardness and support, if it doesn't I'll try a thin layer on the back too. I probably will end up resining (is that a word?) my fingers. Wonder if that would sell on Etsy?

Here are the before, and I'll post the afters soon. It's the pouring of the resin I'm nervous about it's a thick consistency so I hope I can have enough control to place it just inside the frames.

Inky Fingers

2010-03-24T01:16:00.002-05:00

I am messy.

My fingers, hands and nails seem to be permanently stained with some sort of ink, dye or pigment 24/7. I do figure one of these days I will be interviewing for a new job and hate to go in looking like I finger paint all day.

Any recommendations for a product that's a good removal for umm crap all over your hands?

It's especially annoying under my nails, which suffer anyway from all the picking and scraping I seem to do with them in my crafting. So not only do they turn scraggly but scraggly stained. Lovely.

New Work Space

2010-03-23T02:16:00.005-05:00

After spending the week de-trashing and de-hoarding my cousin's garage, I finally have a new work table. I've been working off a folding table for years, that banged against the wall if I made the tiniest of movements on it. Banging on walls = weenie dog barking her fool head off. Which leads to much shouting of STOP BARKING!

The most exciting thing? DRAWERS! I can now put all the things that cluttered up the top of my work table into drawers. Which may of course mean I need to buy much more stuff.

The only thing I don't like is the sitting area is a bit narrow, I tend to cross my legs and put them up on my chair when I work and that doesn't quite work with this desk. But I'll learn to live with it cause ummm drawers!

Christi Friesen Projects

2010-03-12T16:38:00.002-06:00

I'm in the midst of going through my collectibles, deciding what to keep, what to sell, what to trash blah blah.

I found packed away the very first CF sculptures I did, I have all her books and just adore them but never seem to find the time to sit down and do more. Her new steampunk book is especially fun, and I must take time to make one of the pieces.

Glittery Goodness

2010-03-10T23:51:00.004-06:00

Drop by Spun by Me for a chance to win in the Glittery Giveaway!

1000th Sale

2010-03-10T00:30:00.000-06:00

ONE THOUSAND PEOPLE!

* SUPER SPECIAL THANK YOU SALE GOING ON **

I've just reached a great milestone in my store and sold my 1000th item. Never when I started this little side adventure did I imagine I could sell a thousand items, what a blessing. To thank all my customers who have bought from me and those that have spread the word about my store. I'd like to offer you a special treat.

From March 10th thru March 20th I'll be offering a buy one get one free pendant sale. That's right no twofer for a free pendant this time, just one pendant purchase gets you one free.

Please do not add the free pendant to your cart, during checkout in the "message to seller" box just tell me the name of the pendant you'd like for free.

The free pendant must be of lesser or equal value.
Clearance lots and sets are not eligible for this offer.

Thank you again and I have enjoyed every minute of growing and creating as an artist.

"A Compendium of Curiosities" by Tim Holtz

2010-03-08T23:54:00.004-06:00

Just received mine in the mail last week. I am such a fan of Tim; I'm always in awe of his creations and his seemingly limitless ideas. The book is divided into five sections, and comes in a nice spiral bound style that will lay flat on your work table.

Tools: Covers the line of tools offered by Ranger and Tim, pretty much all the standard items we either own or covet.

Ideas: Gets a little bit more in depth about Tim's line both new and old, and offers some suggestions on what you can use them for. Not my favorite part of the book, one page per item with a small pictures included for the project ideas.

Techniques: Now this was my pot o' gold at the end of the rainbow. It covers pretty much every technique Tim has compiled over the years, with simple instructions and pictures. I would have much preferred more of this section than the "Ideas" one.

Gallery: Your standard photo gallery showing off some of the techniques and findings used in the book.

Suppliers: A small list of the manufactures of the products but it does not include any independent stores that sell the products online or in brick and mortar stores. So meh, not so helpful.

Tim also added a little page for "Notes to Self" but just one page, a few more pages of these cute pages would have been nice.

Overall I pretty much love everything Tim produces and this book is no exception, I've already been playing around with the alcohol inks on some ornate metal frames I have.
Fun and messy, the best combination for creating.

I found mine here with the cheapest price and affordable shipping.

The Evil Queen is here

2010-03-04T21:11:00.003-06:00

I am Lisa. I collect premium statues cherished in the geeky community, think of the show The Big Bang Theory :-). Well the most beautiful of them all arrived today so I had to share, she is exquisite. This is the exclusive edition limited to 300 worldwide, my girl is 248. I fully expect all these acquisitions to finance my retirement.

Math is Hard

2010-02-22T22:46:00.003-06:00

I have two prints from Etsy artists Noosed Kitty and Lisa Hurwitz, that were odd dimensions so I couldn't buy conventional mats for them and I really didn't want to pay to have them framed. So I did a good ole diy project of course! Oy, me and measurements are not friends. I don't know what it is but I swear I must have wasted sheets of paper and they are still a little "off", I just consider the offness goes with the quirky prints. Yea that's it.

I may splurge on professional framing next time just to avoid the headache :-)

Martha Stewart Kit

2010-02-18T00:48:00.003-06:00

I found these little felt flower kits marked down at Walmart for just a couple of bucks, so I snagged them up to play around with them. Quite a bit of fun, for the embellishments I used beads and glitter from my stash as I wasn't too impressed with the ones found in the kit. The kit also contained the barrettes, clips, bobby pins and ring base to attach the flowers to. I'm hoping to give them away to some friends who have little girls, I think they'd be perfect.

Snow Business

2010-02-10T15:20:00.004-06:00

Never enough Simon's Cat!

Celebrate the Final Season of Lost

2010-02-08T21:13:00.003-06:00

With a Dharma Initiative pendant! I currently have The Swan, The Looking Glass and a Dharma logo pendant made, but am happy to make any of the other logos into a pendant for you.

I'm so sad to see Lost end, it's the smartest tv show I've watched in years. I wanted to create a keepsake for my fellow fans out there to enjoy.

Design Your Own Calendar

2010-02-02T17:41:00.010-06:00

I bought a few of these kits as Christmas presents, and *duh* had to get one for myself. This kit was Basic Grey I believe and SO much fun. The kits come with all the embellishments, but I added a bit more from my personal stash. So basically all you need is to print out your own photos, grab a glue stick and get to crafting.

I think this one may be my favorite. I don't know what is it about your pet in a crown, but I love it!

Grant from Ghosthunters! So bummed Jason wasn't there too.

Housewives Tarot

2010-02-01T23:13:00.004-06:00

I just stumbled across this adorably cute site whilst searching the interwebs for vintage tarot cards. I love that you find one thing when you are searching for something else.

Head over to the site Housewives Tarot for a few recipes, desktop wallpapers and free tarot readings with an ironic touch.

Tutorial

2010-02-01T01:03:00.003-06:00

I have received so many questions regarding my method I use for image transferring to polymer clay, I decided to offer a tutorial for sale in my Etsy shop. You can learn how to create your own keepsakes with pendants, magnets, earrings, rings and any other idea you may have for a polymer clay creation.

The tutorial contains the list of materials needed, step by step instructions, hints I have learned from working with polymer clay for 6 years, as well as color photographs of the process. The tutorial will be emailed to you in a PDF file, if you'd prefer it in a DOC format, please let me know and I'll be happy to accommodate you. I'll also be available by email to assist with any questions you may have.

This tutorial is copyright protected and may not be resold or redistributed in any manner.

Flower Vase Number 2

2010-01-26T15:06:00.007-06:00

This is a commission from a friend for one of the Doodlebug vases I posted about earlier. I have to say I like this one much better and may have to redo mine! She wanted bright spring colors, so I went with some blue, red, yellow and purple and decided on a bright yellow paper with a subtle design for the vase.

I think the purple flowers are my favorite, but the blue and red have a touch of sparkle and who can resist sparkle?

And the other change I made was to the stems and "grass". I painted the stems a pretty soft green and colored the grass by using blending solution and Adirondack inks. I spritzed on the color in the shower to avoid a mess and so I could just rinse off the ink from the shower floor. Eagads the smell is awful, so if you try this method try and open a window or don't stay and spritz for too long.

Crackle!

2010-01-21T18:23:00.004-06:00

I discovered this awesome crackle treatment a few months ago, unlike the other ones it's not a two part procedure you just apply one coat over your paint and TADA! crackle.

I *ahem* borrowed a small table from the garage as I needed a place to put a lamp. This table had those god awful country designs that were so popular, little houses, hearts and chickens. Blech.

So since my lampshade was green, I painted over the designs with a nice sage. Forgive the blurry but you get the general idea of the color.

After the crackle medium was applied. It's hard to capture on the camera but I hope you can see.

Well of course that wasn't enough for me so I painted the trim around the table top a nice chocolate brown and then decided to put a nice chocolate wash over the crackle to bring it out more.

How cool is that?

The crackle is made by Deco Art, I've found it at Joanns, Michaels and Hobby Lobby. It's a great price and so easy to use and everything I've tried it on so far has produced great results.

We have a winnah!

2010-01-18T20:50:00.000-06:00

Actually we have two! The SPCA had a photo contest for cats to be featured on their virtual charity walk page Meow March. I am happy to report that Gomez/Morticia and Sidney won two of the three spots! I await the calls to roll in for commercials.

Gomez, Morticia and Sidney occupy the first two photos in the banner here

I have a few pictures featuring Sidney and his smile, which is mostly caused because he squints at the flash when it goes off. In the winning photo it was pretty much an evil grin of "Guess how fast I can take this new collar off?"

Doodlebug Plain and Simple

2010-01-13T17:55:00.006-06:00

So this kit has been sitting around staring at me for a few months, and I finally decided to give it a whirl. It comes with everything, just all blank white so you can add your embellishments. I love the color combination of chocolate and brown, so I went with that when choosing my papers and brads.

It can be a bit tedious cutting out all those freaking flowers though. I just glued them to the paper and cut out using a craft knife, then tidied up the edges with scissors.

I'd like to add a big chocolate bow, but don't have one on hand. I believe they are discontinuing this line so if you one to get one grab it while you can!

Book Number 2!

2010-01-08T00:55:00.006-06:00

This is the book I made for my cousin for Christmas, it's more pet centric. The only thing different is I left the inside pages in their natural, ugly state :-)

The front and back cover are the same paper

Jessie and her "mini me" which I gave her last Christmas

Jessie in her chicken hat *cackles*

Hannah exhibiting her excellent training. Neither sitting nor staying.

Otie at his sweetest, opening his Christmas present.

Had to include at least ONE of my cats

The End!

Day of the Dead

2010-01-06T13:36:00.004-06:00

I just received 'Day of The Dead Crafts' from Amazon yesterday and I've just had a chance to page thru it and I'm so excited to try some of the projects. The first thing that struck me with the book is just how bright and colorful the pages are, it's really beautifully laid out with lots of examples of Day of the Dead art.

I was so pleased to even find patterns in the back of the book to trace and use for your own art. Since I cannot draw to save myself, it's a wonderful addition. The instructions are easy to follow, although a bit sparse. Normally this would annoy me, but the projects are relatively straightforward and accompanied by clear pictures so I don't think it will pose a problem. Most of the projects are simple, but I think they give a good jumping off point to branch out into your own ideas; so don't expect complicated Day of the Dead masterpieces just a nice foundation to build from.

I can't say when I first became a fan of Day of the Dead art, I think it might have been as simple as running across my first Calavera but I've been hooked ever since. One of my favorite Day of the Dead artists, Tamra Kohl's work is included in the book which I was so excited to see. Take a moment to visit her Flickr page you'll enjoy your visit.

I have so many craft books at home and always vowed to try EVERYTHING.IN.THEM. That never works out does it? But since I was laid off I have a bit more free time to say the least, so I'm going to try and do one project from each book or tutorial I have saved. That might make for some interesting blog posts I think?

Anyway guys, go out and grab Day of the Dead Crafts

SPCA Meow March

2010-01-05T20:27:00.002-06:00

Happy New Year my friends! I'm participating in a fund raiser for the SPCA to help raise money for homeless kitties. In memory of my Atticus who I lost in 2008, because no kitty should go unloved.

Please visit my donation page here if you can help, no amount is too small!

Thank you!

Tim Burton at MoMA

2010-01-02T21:01:00.004-06:00

How sad I am that I can't see this, but I just spent a couple of hours looking thru the exhibit. Just amazing, the wonderful creative genius of Tim Burton.

Moma Interactive

2009-12-24T22:13:00.003-06:00

"Remember George: No man is a failure who has friends"

Merry Christmas Everyone

Part 2 of Make Mom Cry for Christmas

2009-12-21T19:35:00.004-06:00

I found this image in a card my brother and I made for some family member.

My favorite picture of me and my brother

I believe this is Easter, really I just use it because that hairdo of my mom's cracks me up. She's on the far right.

Again all about the hair. Dont you think by cousin on the left looks like Susan Day back in the day of the Partridge Family?

And finally I had to end on my Christmas Puppy Strangulation photo, it's a family favorite.

Bind It All

2009-12-20T01:54:00.004-06:00

I purchased a Bind It All a few months and of course stared at it for a few months. But I just lost my job this week, and we all know what happens when unemployment occurs around the holidays, homemade gifts! *insert groan here*

I made a book for my mom. I also made one for my cousin with her pets, but neglected to take pictures before I wrapped it up so I'll have to get some pictures after she opens it.

I'll just spread out the pages in the next few posts, cause I know the excitement will kill you. Hee.

I have this fabulous handmade paper that I simply adore. You know the kind of item that you loved and hate to use because you WILL NEVER HAVE IT AGAIN?!

I hand inked all the inside pages with Tim Holtz's technique of distress inks and water. I love that look and use it on everything.

So off we go ... You know but before we go I have to say Blogger has the worst photo uploader EVER. Now we continue on our regular program.

This is the front cover. It it's got polka dots I love it.

The inside cover

Me, my mom and that furry blurry thing in her lap was our dog Duke

My papaw, and the passer-oner of my curly hair gene.
I found out much later in my life that without his financial help we would have had a hard time making it.
He was our hero.

My mom and her sister who passed away 2 years ago.

To be continued ...

I Lub You

2009-12-13T17:32:00.000-06:00

Custom Photo Pendants

2009-12-09T20:46:00.002-06:00

Just in time for the holidays, turn your favorite photo into a lasting keepsake. I can make pendants, ornaments, magnets, the possibilities are endless. I will add some more examples of the ornaments and magnets later this week.

I hope you like! Please find the listing in my Etsy store MisfitGirl

Where did all this s**t come from?

2009-12-07T18:41:00.008-06:00

You run across that product you were SO EXCITED to buy and try, and then you bring it home and stare at it. And stare at it some more. Then you send it to live with the Island of Misfit Craft Products.

Rudolph and Santa freed Pearl Ex for a moment today.

Pearl Ex: So Pretty
Pearl Ex: Such a pain in the ass to use

I do (err did) use it with clay and liquid clay, but when it came to paper crafts not so much.
For it to adhere you have to mix it with some varnish, oil or acrylic.
I'm not normally lacquering my cards or books, so there it sat.

I'm making a little Xmas gift book for a present and ran across some Jolene embellishments of autumn leaves. Boooring colors.

See for yourself

So I almost reached for my Perfect Pearls which will set with water, but the lonesome Pearl Ex cried out to me. So I took a dab and mix them with an acrylic vanish and VIOLA!

SPARKLY AND PRETTY!

The green really shows up the best in pictures, but they are all equally pretty.
Pearl Ex you may have more use out of you yet.

Gomez and Morticia Wish Everyone a Merry Christmas

2009-12-07T11:24:00.007-06:00

2009-12-01T23:55:00.002-06:00

Every Who Down in Whoville Liked Christmas a lot…
But the Grinch, Who lived just north of Whoville, Did NOT!
The Grinch hated Christmas! The whole Christmas season!
Now, please don’t ask why. No one quite knows the reason.
It could be his head wasn’t screwed on just right.
It could be, perhaps, that his shoes were too tight.
But I think that the most likely reason of all,
May have been that his heart was two sizes too small.
Whatever the reason, His heart or his shoes,
He stood there on Christmas Eve, hating the Whos,
Staring down from his cave with a sour, Grinchy frown,
At the warm lighted windows below in their town.

aka Sidney :-)

Mr Cheepers

2009-11-28T22:43:00.000-06:00

In but a few of his several forms

New Glass Pendants

2009-11-25T23:33:00.002-06:00

In addition to my oblong 1x2 inch pendants, I'm now making these cute little square ones that measure 1x1 inch.
Being smaller just makes everything cuter doesn't it?

The Cat is Served

2009-11-25T23:09:00.003-06:00

Gomez is what I call the Cat Ambassador to dogs. I've never seen a more calm and controlled cat around dogs, really he should represent worldwide. But he wasn't quite as giving with Hannah, she got a bit of a hiss. Problem being is that Hannah is a little *ahem* exuberant in her play and startles Gomez just a tad.

Cat munching

Frosty Flight

2009-11-23T13:58:00.003-06:00

I saw this on Ellen Huston's site and just had to make one for myself, it was so creative and adorable.

The little village is made from a Martha Stewart punch, I really haven't bought any thing from Martha's line because some of it was so overpriced but I have to admit I am loving her punches and glitter.

These must be four rogue reindeers, since Santa and the other 4 seem to be missing.

Eye peek

2009-11-22T18:48:00.005-06:00

Morticia likes to burrow between things. Her favorite past time is when I sweep and flip over the carpets to clean underneath, she slinks into the tunnel formed when I flip.

This is not a carpet as you can see ;-) Just some pillows on the bed

Whoville

2009-11-22T01:19:00.003-06:00

The little houses reminded me so much of Whoville from The Grinch Who Stole Christmas, now I just wish I had little Whos to add. There is glitter (of course) on top of the houses and I had to control myself from not adding more. The paper is from Cosmo Cricket 'Jolly by Golly', adorable set.

All things that sparkle

2009-11-20T14:32:00.003-06:00

The holiday season makes me a little giddy over all things sparkly. Ritz Camera (of all places) has a really great selection of crafting stuff at 20% off thru November so I decided to order some Glimmer Mists.

I only ordered three colors; Mimosa, Red Velvet & Suede and they are so pretty and shimmery in their bottles I expect everything to be splattered with them soon. I see a whole new collection in my future of these beautiful colors.

Space Saver

2009-11-14T20:25:00.005-06:00

My "craft room" is actually a craft "space", it sits off to the side in my bedroom. With the more shiny and new things I.MUST.HAVE the more space I'm losing. I've organized a lot of my stuff in those stackable plastic storage containers and I just really don't like the way they look.

I saw a cute little shelving/cube mish mash at Target that I.HAD.TO.HAVE.
It came in quite handy, I was able to empty out a whole tower of plastic storage with a little rearranging and now I have everything available right in front of me. (We won't talk about that I still have 2 remaining towers left, shhh).

I also put up a single shelf to the left, but didn't have it set up when I took this picture.

Flower Bouquet

2009-11-14T00:31:00.004-06:00

I just ordered this little adorable item from Doodlebug Design. I'm all giddy to get and decorate, I think of course it has to involve glitter.

Blurb about the item: Doodlebug’s Plain and Simple line makes it easy to create one-of-a-kind papercrafted masterpieces—without all the work! This whimsical flower bouquet is constructed of sturdy white-core chipboard and comes ready to embellish. Each piece has been die-cut for easy assembly. Included is an instruction sheet with all the details you’ll need to assemble the vase and flowers.

Little image search in Google and I found this completed one that some talented person had finished. How cute is this?!

Do you know what I love about crafting?

2009-11-10T13:33:00.002-06:00

That I have a valid excuse to play with glitter.

I've been coveting the Martha Stewart glitters and what better excuse to purchase than Christmastime?

I ran across a tutorial online about watercolor painting with Distress Inks, SO much fun. These two were my first try; that I was satisfied with at least as you should see my trash can. Stamped on watercolor paper and painted and glittered!

Halloween Planner

2009-10-21T11:42:00.003-05:00

Having some fun and expanding into paper crafts, there is so much beautiful paper and fun dodads out there how could I resist?

The template for this is mostly used for Christmas planners, but since I had so much Halloween stuff I thought I'd try this first. The base of all things? A plain ole file folder!

The front tied with a pretty bow

4 pockets to stuff full!

2009-10-10T00:17:00.001-05:00

Her wee feet look so much like her leopard heritage, no? I just want to eat them up.

Glass Pendants

2009-10-08T17:12:00.003-05:00

I just started adding glass tile pendants to my store. The glass just enhances the images so much, it's a really pretty effect so I think I'm hooked! I just have the rectangular size now, but I have some square sized tiles on the way.

And the Winner Is .....

2009-10-03T14:11:00.002-05:00

Congrats to Amelia!!

Thanks to everyone who participated, please check back for the October giveaway!

Whatcha reading?

2009-10-02T14:52:00.003-05:00

I am trying to make more of an effort to read every day, especially since I insist on visiting Half Price Books and just expanding my book stash more and more.

I've just started Jim Fergus' 1000 White Women, the fictional account of the 'Brides for Indians' program of 1875.

2009-09-29T12:43:00.001-05:00

September Giveaway

2009-09-25T20:19:00.004-05:00

This month's giveaway is entitled "All Wrapped Up". A perfect gift for both the kitty and knitting lover in your life, or even better just for YOU! He measures appx 1.75 x 2 inches.

To enter please visit my Etsy shop and leave a comment regarding your favorite item in my store. Please make sure you have left a way for me to contact you in your comment.

Giveaway ends October 2nd.

Geared Up Gryphon

2009-09-23T23:28:00.001-05:00

Even though I have about a zillion Christi Friesen books and tutorials in my stash to do I may have to sign up for the class for this adorable fellow.

Morticia judges Sidney's ample behind

2009-09-06T19:21:00.003-05:00

Judging ceased

Best.Game.Ever

2009-09-03T14:48:00.004-05:00

I have finally unglued myself from keyboard to share this stupendous game. "Really?" you are saying "plants and zombies?". Yes my friends plants and zombies, do not go in thinking this is something to play now and then when you are bored. It will consume your time!

And it may contain the best Michael Jackson caricature ever.

You have been warned.

I have seen it in Walmart if you want to have the install cd in your hands, but the cheapest place online is at Big Fish but I believe you have to join their 'club'. You can buy with no strings attached at Pop Games.

Gomez Loves his Morticia

2009-08-31T16:19:00.003-05:00

Give us a hug babee

The Douchiest Douche You're Ever Likely to Encounter

2009-07-24T17:13:00.002-05:00

EMBED-Douchebag Phone Message - Watch more free videos

The Jungle Gym

2009-07-19T12:44:00.011-05:00

Oh dear I must apologize for my long absence, many many important things came up *cough* Sims 3 was released *cough*

So I spied this interesting contraption at Target yesterday.

I expect all things to be destroyed by Gomez within a week, so at $25 I could live with the eventual destruction

It takes awhile to put together, but it's not complicated.
Gomez was a bit anxious and had some issues with waiting till I was finished.

And TADA the finished product

Now it's a given Gomez would love this, but much to my surprise Sidney took quite a shine to it.

Testing out that weight limit

Long gone is his girlish figure

HEY GET OFF MY CONDO

Gomez awakens the demon

The vamp teeth come out

VAMPIRE ENHANCE !!

Cryptic Canvas

2009-06-09T12:25:00.001-05:00

50 movie clues are hidden in a painting, fabulous time waster!

I've completed the puzzle so if you need help just leave me a comment.

http://www.empireonline.com/crypticcanvas/

Save Reaper

2009-05-29T10:34:00.005-05:00

Still a chance for this wonderful show to thrive in syndication!

The link below provides a sample letter that you can reword to send to your CW affiliate, along with contact information for those affiliates.

Link

Have you tickled your slow loris today?

2009-05-23T01:21:00.003-05:00

A little creepiness for your weekend

2009-05-17T03:58:00.006-05:00

My latest find in my quest to complete my collection.
The Sideshow Premium Format Vampyre.

More commonly known as Nosferatu, the film shot in 1921 and released in 1922, was in essence an unauthorized adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula, with names and other details changed because the studio could not obtain the rights to the novel. The silent film was directed by FW Murnau, starring Max Schreck as Count Orlok. It is by far still one of the creepiest performances we have of this iconic literary figure.

Also if you have not seen the 2001 film Shadow of the Vampire, I have to recommend. It's plot is based on the premise that Max Schreck who played Nosferatu was actually a vampire in real life.

Twinkle, twinkle, little bat!

2009-05-09T19:43:00.003-05:00

How I wonder what you're at.

The winner of the Mad Hatter pendant is ....

The simple things

2009-05-09T19:05:00.006-05:00

Fishing ice cubes out of the water bowl.

ShamWow put to the test.

"I want friend like me"

2009-04-30T19:18:00.004-05:00

This beautiful figure is on her way to me, I got a wonderful deal on Ebay for her. Such a good deal I'm almost nervous the seller will back out.

I'm on the hunt for Frankenstein's Monster now, which is her companion piece of course. I've found him online for a pretty good deal but I need to save my pennies.

It's hard being adorable

2009-04-28T16:13:00.004-05:00

Remote Viewing: Save Dollhouse PSA2

2009-04-27T20:50:00.001-05:00

Pendant Giveaway - The Mad Hatter

2009-04-27T20:08:00.005-05:00

`Your hair wants cutting,' said the Hatter. He had been looking at Alice for some time with great curiosity, and this was his first speech.

`You should learn not to make personal remarks,' Alice said with some severity; `it's very rude.'

The Hatter opened his eyes very wide on hearing this; but all he SAID was, `Why is a raven like a writing-desk?'

My Alice in Wonderland pendants have always been one of the most popular items in my shop so I thought I would offer one in a giveaway.

Please take a look around my store and just comment here what item you like or items you'd like to see. Please be sure and leave a way for me to contact you thru email or your entry will be disqualified. The giveaway ends May the 9th.

Thank you for visiting!

A little flourish

2009-04-27T18:57:00.002-05:00

Grrr Argh

2009-04-26T17:59:00.004-05:00

Taking some pics of a my collectibles for inventory sake, and this one of Bugs Mummy I liked so much I just wanted to share.

I hope to be able to invest soon in some display cabinets from Ikea so I can have a proper place for them to live.

In his full glory

Yes I am a 17yr old geeky boy at heart.

And just a beautiful sculpt of Spike from Buffy the Vampire Slayer. I'm continually awed at the talents of the sculptors at Sideshow Collectibles.

RIP Bea

2009-04-25T23:18:00.003-05:00

Thanks for being a friend

I grew up with Bea beginning with All in the Family and Maude to The Golden Girls which I still set on my dvr and watch every day. Thanks for making me laugh Bea, your voice was cherished and will be missed.

Ribbit Ribbit

2009-04-25T15:05:00.004-05:00

Our frog winnah is ....

Cathy I sent you an email!

The One Where Gomez Gets Distracted by the Dog

2009-04-24T19:18:00.003-05:00

Curse you harness! *Shakes paw at sky*

It's Distressing

2009-04-23T18:41:00.004-05:00

The Tale of the Harness

2009-04-22T19:22:00.002-05:00

AKA: The One Where Sidney Ignores Me

Bad news the fog is getting thicker

2009-04-18T21:33:00.003-05:00

And Sidney's getting larrrrrger

Hee Airplane

A smile for a dreary Saturday

2009-04-18T12:23:00.002-05:00

Winner #2

2009-04-15T08:39:00.004-05:00

Unfortunately the original winner for the Peachsicle Owl did not get back in touch with me, so I had to draw a new name this morning.

Congrats to Jennifer!

Jennifer I sent you an email, please get back with me!

Princess Fairy Frog Magnet Giveaway

2009-04-14T18:54:00.004-05:00

So something a bit different this time instead of a pendant, an adorable magnet for my giveaway. Same rules as before, just take a peek at my Etsy store and let me know what you like or even something you'd like to see. Leave your comment here and please be sure to leave a way for me to contact you thru email.

The contest ends April 25th! If I don't hear back from the winner by the 29th, I will select a runner up.

The magnet is appx 2.25 x 2.25 inches and a sturdy magnet is firmly affixed to the back so you can place her anywhere you please.

Good luck and thank you for visiting.

Will the winner please step up?

2009-04-13T13:12:00.001-05:00

Just a reminder to my Peachsicle Owl winner, I haven't heard from you yet so please get in touch with me.

If I don't have a response by the 15th I'll have to draw a second name.