What Today Looks Like...

With three back to back shows this month, this is pretty much what I'm sitting infront of these days:

Come out this Saturday from 2-11 p.m. at the Current Space Gallery in Baltimore! I'm pretty sure the crafts are available from 2-8 p.m. and then there are more "evening" friendly events past the 8 o'clock hour!

It should be a fun time. You should definitely come out, say hi, and start on that holiday shopping that I know you're thinking about!

Lion Brand Studio

Gosh, I love Lion Brand yarn. I know I talk about it a lot, but their studio in NYC is awesome. Here are a few pictures from my visit this past weekend!

So beautiful.

xo,

Liz

 

Cement Jungle Makes You Feel Brand New

Cory and I had so much fun in NYC visiting Lisa this past weekend. It was exactly what we needed: a little fresh air, a little sunshine, a little shopping, and a lot of time together.

We caught the Bolt Bus in Baltimore and got into the city (later than expected) around 8. We hailed a cab and went straight to Lisa's apartment on the upper east side to drop off our luggage, freshen up, and head to Fetch for a delicious dinner. We had a few drinks and caught up with each other before heading back to Lisa's place to hang out and watch a little "Will and Grace" before heading to bed.

Saturday morning rolled around and of course, Cory and I woke up before Lisa and Kristen. We headed to a bakery on Lisa's block to pick up breakfast and had these delicious ham and cheese danishes. They were so light and flaky, I salavate just thinking about them!

We headed out to Union Square to do a little shopping and catch some rays. It was a beautiful day, so I had my Nikon in tow. We caught a little farmer's market action and this kind gentleman caught my eye. He allowed me to stand on the lift at the bottom of his truck. Without me knowing, he began to raise it up so I could see over the crowd. It was very sweet of him, considering it was NYC and I am a total stranger :).

Lisa and I got a few pictures together...although I cannot figure out why they are so grainy.. weird. Then Lisa spotted this awesome table that a NY farm was hosting where you just had to jot down your email to get a free caramel apple. Yum!

Lisa had to meet up with a group from one of her master's classes, so Cory and I got a few hours to ourselves to grab a little lunch and do a little Christmas shopping in the neighborhood.

We snuck in a little time to watch the "Rally to Restore Sanity" with Jon Stewart and Stephen Cobert that we were missing in D.C..

We also found time to squeeze in a quick trip to Lion Brand Yarn's boutique on 15th street... here's a little peak (more tomorrow)!

After we shopped till we dropped, we headed back uptown and changed for a delicious Mexican dinner at Taco Taco. Delicious. It was a lovely Saturday in the city. Exactly what I needed. I'll post more pics from Lion Brand tonight :)

xo,

Liz

Happy Wednesday!

Giveaway Sneak Peak

As promised, if you're a follower of this blog, you will be able to enter an AWESOME holiday giveaway to brighten up your holiday season and make your home super cozy! I'm still working on some of the projects I'm giving away, but I wanted to give you a sneak peak at the goodies that are coming your way!

A little Knitted Holiday Garland from Donna's...

And this beautiful vintage tassel necklace that will add the perfect sparkle to any holiday outfit!

Don't forget to click over there on the left column to be able to enter!

See you this weekend with full details!

xo,

Liz



Get Out and Vote!

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Have you voted yet today? If you live in the States and are of voting age, please do so. I don't know what local politics are like in your state, but in Maryland and many others, this election has the capability to change a LOT of things for the worse or better (depending on your political persuasion). I just got back in from turning in my ballot, and while I know my control is very limited, it feels good to have done my part. I know many people feel as if voting is unnecessary as their voice is small and might represent just one person...but it does count for something. It does not go unnoticed.

So please, if you have not already, please head to your polling place before 8 p.m. tonight and cast that vote!

xo,

Liz

P.S. NYC pictures will be posted tomorrow PLUS information about the promised Super Awesome Holiday Giveaway tomorrow!

See you then :)

My Welcome Mat

Here's a warm welcome to all my new vistors from the various blogs that I am sponsoring in November!

Donna's Decembers focuses on daily blog posts with inspiration, DIY projects, random thoughts, and sometimes, if I'm lucky, focused thoughts! Don't forget to click that little follow button on the left side so you can catch up with us every day for the latest musings!

Let's see... you can check out Donna's at:

A Beautiful Mess

Miss. Elsie was just featured in the November/December of BUST magazine and is involved in a huge project with Levi's right now... so it seemed like the perfect time to hop on to her blog :)

Freckled Nest

This cute lady, Leigh-Ann has done some amazing designing for me in the past, and I wanted to pay credit where it was due. Hop on over for a daily dose of happy :)

Pardon My Ffrench

I wanted to support this hip So-Cal girl for many reasons...you better go check her out!

Here's your challenge for the day... find a picture, a blog, or an article online that is particularly inspiring to you today. Post the link in the comments! This way we'll ALL be inspired :)



Psss... Pass it On!

Happy  November!

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 I have a few questions for you...

1. What is your favorite craft/trade?

2. How did you learn?

3. Do you see yourself passing on your craft/trade to someone else? OR Is it important to you to pass it on?

4. Who do you hope to pass it on to?

My answers...

1. My favorite craft/trade is crocheting, by far.

2. I learned from my grandmother, Donna when I was just 7 years old. I watched her crochet gifts for neighbors and friends while I spent summers at her house. Finally, after staring at how fast her hands moved, and how fast the projects went, I finally got her to teach me. I spent many, many years in the land of Single Stitch, but it paid off.

3. I absolutely want to pass along the art of crochet to anyone who wants to learn. I think it is such a theraputic outlet (like many crafts), but runs the risk of being a dying art. I can't bare to see that happen! I'm interested in starting classes in the Frederick/Maryland area, or just getting an after-school club together.

4. I hope to pass it on to a younger generation. I love that I have memories of crocheting through every major phase of my life.

Your turn!