My last day of 2011...

Mister Christmas and I spent our last day of 2011 helping our favorite local craft store,

Fancy Tiger,

move into their new space.  It was such a fun day, and when it was all over we were treated to pizza and beer!

Their new space is SAAAAAAAWEEEEEET!  If you haven't had the chance to visit, (or if you live in another state or country :) here are some shots of their beautiful new store...

The space is so much bigger, yet feels so much cozier.
Very well-planned, and super COOL.

Mister Christmas helped put up a bookshelf or two... 

Thanks for inviting us to help with such a special day!

So excited for you and your new space, Amber and Jaime!!

For New Year's Eve,

we decided to keep it "chill," so we took in a double feature...

 "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo"
and
"Sherlock Holmes 2" 

So much fun!!!!

We even had a little time to share a New Year's drink in between shows...

 A very nice, mellow way to ring in the New Year.
Am I getting old?  :)
We were surrounded by senior citizens at the theater.
(Not that there's anything wrong with that. :)

Stay tuned for a look back at the GOOD parts of last year, including some 2011 designs from Fern and Sprout.

Cheers!

Meet Rochester

As I was working on some new goodies this evening, I noticed something on my sewing machine out of the corner of my eye. At first, I thought it was a spider but as I looked closer, I realized it was a baby praying mantis. He hung out with me all evening while I worked. We named him Rochester. I wanted to keep him but he is now exploring new territory in the back yard. So long, Rochester!


Tomorrow is the last day of school. That means my work schedule will be changing in a major way. I can't wait to have some hang time with my monkeys.

And I can't wait for DISNEYLAND, coming up in June!!

I spent the day in my studio with my friend, Darci who is helping me with my marketing, pr, and administrative junk.

Yay! We got so much accomplished! Big changes are on the way for Fern and Sprout! Especially for my Etsy shop! I will keep you updated.


I have been working on some brand new pieces for Fern and Sprout. Something big!!! Something I've been wanting to make for a LONG time. I can't share it with you just yet but I will have SEVERAL of these new items at the Sweet William Market, this Saturday. They are going to be sweeping the nation! I can't wait to share them with you, so come see me!

We went to see Iron Man last weekend. Robert Downey, Jr. was hot. Mickey Rourke was fantastic. The movie was good...but Scarlett Johansson was breathtaking! Now, I'm into MEN...but GOOD GRIEF! She looked amazing!

Don't forget: SWEET WILLIAM MARKET - THIS SATURDAY - FOUNDER'S GREEN AT STAPLETON - 29TH AND SYRACUSE - 9 TO 2!!!! Please come see me and my new little delights!! Have a beautifully splendid evening!

Happy New Year!!

I spent a lovely day with my dear friend, Jenna. (aka: Slug) We had our annual Christmas breakfast and coffee at The Market and then took in a movie. She "macra-made" me a BEAUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUTIFUL scarf and made me some Yoshitomo Nara magnets. I also received a wind-up nose (inside joke) and a really cool publication called "Found." Oh thank you so much for the sweet gifts, my Slug!!
Then we went to see "Nine."

I LOVED IT!!! I had read some HORRIBLE reviews so I was happily surprised. There are some seriously beautiful people in that movie! Fergie blew me away. She really commanded the stage.
Tonight...game night with some of my favorite people!! What are your plans? Whatever they are, have a DELIGHTFUL evening and a WONDERFUL New Year!!!

Excuse the delay.

I must apologize for not posting anything for the last 6 days. I have been up 'til 2am the past three nights...working feverishly to fill my orders. I am getting a lot done, thanks to my wonderful friend, Slug (Jenna,) who is helping me. Isn't she adorable?

And quite a pro with the felt, if I do say so!

I will post soon!! I have so much to show you and so much to say! Thanks for checking in! Stay tuned!


Taking the boys to see "Where the Wild Things Are" TOMORROW!!! Can't wait!

Enjoy the weekend!

Mimi's Monday Delights

I can hardly wait for this...

Every time I see a preview I start crying. :)

Happy Monday to you on this crisp, cold, breezy, rainy fall day! It was the perfect day for doin'ma thang! Today, I made the first of my designs in my new studio. I also got most of my things put away.
I would like to share some things that EXCITE me! These are just a few...

1. Grizzly Bear

I love this band. I can't get enough of them.

2. How cute is this widdle sweetie?

I found this wee little pup on one of my favorite blogs...Bleubird Vintage. I was wishing for this precious baby when Obi chewed through his leash today, on his walk. :(

3. This beautiful "clown" photo - also from the Bleubird Vintage blog...

I loooooooooooooooove her look. Yummeee.

4. This beautiful victorian collection from Gary Graham

I found these photos here.




5. These new type iron on transfers...

You can find them at Fancy Tiger

6. This shop on Etsy called foundpaperco

They have the coolest STUFF, and their prices are so reasonable!

7. These precious little nesting dolls

You can find them here.

8. This precious photo...

Sometimes, I wish I could wear a kitty mask.

9. These BEAUTIFUL men's shoes...

I found these pics here.

10. These beautiful yellow shoes...

This photo posted on sfgirlbybay

There are soooooooooo many other things to be excited about! I have some upcoming shows, like the Sweet William Market this weekend in Stapleton. I will tell you more tomorrow! Happy week to you!