This week's favorite things!

Since I've been so busy with school and crocheting, there are a few favorites I always go back to when doing work on the couch or am trying to unwind.

1. New Girl on Fox.

I know the Zooey Deschanel craze is nothing new, but I really feel like it's the only 30 minutes on TV that sort of matches my personality and.. you know... style.

2. Rosebud Salve via Sephora

I've blogged about this salve a million times it feels like--but seriously--it's my favorite. Plus, it's from Maryland! Yay local!

3. Lion Brand Crochet Hooks

These hooks save my wrist, my time, and my anxiety. They're smooth, easy to work with, and a great product.

4. Friday Night Lights

I cannot even express how well made this series is. It's beautiful, heartbreaking, and perfect. Fall in love with a sport, fall in love with a family, and fall in love with the idea of high school.

5. Sundried Tomato & Spinach Quiche

Quiche is one of my favorite winter treats.. it's so warm and gooey and perfect for breakfast or for lunch paired with a salad. Either way, I make a new quiche every few weeks, but this is my tried and true favorite recipe!

So what are your favorite things this week?

Have you entered the giveaway yet? You can win a $40 shop credit to spend on you or a friend for the holidays! 'Tis the season ;).

xo,

Liz

Thanksgiving Giveaway!

I know this season wallets are sinched a little tighter and pennies are stretching further than last year. I've decided to spread the joy and warmth by hosting a few giveaways between now and Christmas!

Today's giveawa, the Thanksgiving Giveaway, is a $40 shop credit that you can use to purchase something for yourself or as a gift for someone special!

How to Enter:

1. Follow Donna's Decembers blog via Google Friend Connect.

2. Tweet about the giveaway using the following:

Enter @donnasdecembers Thanksgiving Giveaway to win a $40 shop credit! For more info: http://donnasdecembers.blogspot.com/2011/11/thanksgiving-giveaway.html #giveaway #Thanksgiving

3. Follow Donna's Decembers via Blog Lovin'.

4. Blog about this giveaway!

5. Like Donna's Decembers on Facebook!

6. Visit my shop and tell me which item you would get with the $40 credit!

Do any (or all!) of the above and use a separate comment each time in the comments section to earn you as many chances as possible! Check back this weekend for a winner!

Good luck!

It's that time of year!

Yep! You read it, folks.

I guarantee you 100% that if you place an order by December 1st, you will receive a beautifully wrapped gift of crocheted wears by Christmas.

Here's what we'll do for you:

-Include a handwritten, customized note for you or your recipient. You can leave their name and message in the buyer comment portion of your order.

-have your order beautifully wrapped in non-seasonal gift wrap so you just have to move it over to whatever container you choose (gift bag or box).

-take the ease off last minute wrapping and stressing! Now you definitely can't put a price on that!

-include a discount code specifically for customers!

I will accept orders after December 1st, but I cannot put the 100% guarantee that they will make it to you by Christmas. I ship everything (I mean EVERYTHING) Priority USPS mail, so on average it will get to you in less than 5 days. However, with the craziness of holiday shipping, you never know.

So shop wisely, my friends and I hope you enjoy this season!

Thank you!

Good afternoon, friends!

This weekend felt like a true whirlwind; before I knew it, the extra hour had passed and I was ironing pants to wear to school on Monday. I mean seriously. That's the sign that the weekend is over... when I'm ironing my chinos for work. Meh.

Anyhow, so this weekend I learned a hefty lesson about indie business and crocheting. Time is money. I know it's cliche and I know it's something that seems rather obvious, but it was the best and the worst lesson for me to learn.

All last week I crocheted myself silly in hopes of preparing for my weekend at the 2Hands Indie Craft Market in Severna Park, Maryland followed by being the November Guest Artist at The Muse in downtown Frederick. I felt sure I had crocheted enough for both events---I even updated my etsy shop because I felt confident I would have so much inventory left over.

Deep Sea Green Puff Cowl

I packed up my car late Friday evening after my aunt's retirement dinner in a beautiful mansion in West Virginia. Saturday morning I was up and at 'em with a lunch packed, extra business cards tucked away, and a car full of yarny goods.

I usually have quite the set-up at my regular craft shows, but I knew space would be limited at the 2Hands Market, so I only took winter wears instead of my regular accessories line. This is what my table looked like at the beginning of the show, at roughly 9:45 am. The show only ran until 2, so I figured there was no way my stash would run out in just 4 hours.

And here is my table at 1:45, just 4 hours later...

I am SO thankful for meeting so many gracious customers and friendly faces! I had a blast talking about art, gift-giving, and all the other components that come with customer service at an indie craft festival!

Now it's time to get back to work... which is exactly what I did yesterday after a late sushi dinner with Cory and a long night's sleep.

Thank you everyone for coming out and supporting Donna's this weekend! It was great meeting you. Now I'm off to re-stock The Muse for the upcoming month and get ready for 2 more shows on November 18th and 19th!

How was your weekend?

I told you I've been busy...

 

Now available at the shop! 

Such a cool bird video.

I mean, you don't hear those 5 words often. "Such a cool bird video." However, this takes the cake. Such a natural and serene experience. Thank you Andrew Sullivan for posting this earlier today.

Murmuration from Sophie Windsor Clive on Vimeo.

I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

What I've been doing...

Things have been pretty quiet over here the last few days because I have been preparing (ie: stitching) like a mad man for 2 shows I have this weekend and 2 other shows I have in 2 weeks. What made me think that having 2 shows in 1 weekend was a good idea? Oh I don't know... but it's sorta fun and magical to prepare like CRAZY for it.

Long story short, my lack of sleep and poor diet (lack of veggies and A LOT of caffeine) have created a little illness that I'm dealing with today. Hopefully it will be taken care of by the weekend and all will be well.

Here's a peek at what I've been up to for this weekend's shows! All items are currently for sale in the shop and will also be at the 2hands Indie Craft Market Saturday 10-2 and then at The Muse Saturday evening 5-9.

Pretty cozy!

Happy Thursday, ya'll!