Over The Weekend

I remember spending hours and hours and hours and hours at Irvine Park when I was younger. Hiking, paddle boat rides, birthday parties, bike rides, the little zoo, feeding ducks...We went this past weekend for a quick little trip. While most of the "attractions" were already closing down for the day, Izabella had a great time learning about peacocks and playing at one of the many jungle gyms.

I introduce to you...Mr. & Mrs. Ken Welle

This past Friday my step-brother got married to the love of his life...and someone I am pleased to now call part of my family, Adeena! The two of them met while working on Fantasmic at Disneyland about 3 years ago (I think) and are definitely well suited for each other. The way they laugh and play together is something that needs to be seen with your own eyes.

I couldn't be happier for the both of them and wish them MANY years of fun, laughter and success.

I love you guys!

For more pictures and a video of the garter toss, click here

Silverado Country Fair

I found out about a country fair a few months ago from my next door neighbor Nick who has his own business selling different flavored teas and beautiful tea pots. It's set back in the Santa Ana Hills/Canyons in a town called Silverado and evidently this was their 39th year having the event. When I decided to sell at the event I didn't know exactly what I was getting myself into, but upon arrival it soon became clear that Marie and I were in for a weekend of down home fun.

The people that attended the Silverado Country Fair were mainly locals or people from near by towns in the canyon. To say they were welcoming would be an understatement. Everyone was so happy, accepting and cheerful all weekend long it felt like we had escaped to a different land.

The event raises money for the community and the organizers, volunteers from the Community Center, went out of their way to give everything a country feel. There was a blacksmith making things on site, a pretend jail where you could have your friend "arrested" for $6 and a picture with their warrant printed out, rock stacking, a stage where local bands/musicians played bluegrass, western and country music, and various food eating contests were some of the highlights for us.

Here's some pictures from our weekend and I will definitely be going back next year!

My booth

A closer view of my new sign and plates

The corn and scarecrow in front of my booth were
VERY popular with the carnival goers

Saturday morning Marie notice a hummingbird who stopped by
and tried to "feed" off my fake flowers and bright colors.
Can you see him?

Rock stacking. The more you stack the more points you get.
The size and shape of each rock determines how many points it's worth.

Country Legend Rusty Richards
stopped by to preform Saturday morning

Saturday's Watermelon Eating Contest (she was 2nd)

Watermelon Eating Contest (she was 3rd)

Watermelon winners! The girl in blue won!



The blacksmith hard at work





One of his fantastic pieces

Sunday's Pie Eating Contest

This little girl was ADORABLE! She was sitting on her
Dad's lap and they were eating the pie together.

The guy on the top left ended up being the winner.

Through out the 2 days there was a raffle.
This is Wendy; she won the apron I donated.

Like I said, Marie and I had a great time at this country fair. If you are ever in the area, we definitely recommend a drive through the beautiful Santa Ana Hills/Canyons.

Once Again...

It's been a while. I apologize for my absence. Life got crazy there for a few months with everything from shows to loved one's passing away. Well, I'm back! And I promise, I'm really really going to try to keep updating this more often...hopefully I can make good on that!

I hit a rather large milestone this month...100 sales in my Etsy shop! I'm so excited! Bike basket liners have been keeping me VERY busy this year...the request for custom orders has been very fun and it's great to see how unique each person truly is. One of the most popular pre-made liners is the "Fiesta Skull". He's so fun and bright I can see why he's well liked.


This summer also included a few trips to the Orange County Fair...something that has been a favorite of mine for many, many years. This year I decided to try more of the fried treats than I have in the past. I wasn't a big fan of the friend Reese's or avocados. But, the fried pizza bits and s'mores have become a favorite and I can't wait for them to come back next year! I was so busy taking in all the sites, smells, sounds and food that I forgot to use my camera a lot but here's some shots from when I did remember.

Izabella in foam Pork and Beans

Have you seen my pig?

Sue, Strawberry Shortcake and Izabella

Izabella and Auntie (Me)

I hope you are all having a great summer and enjoying what's left of it!

Handmade District benefiting Music Saves Lives March 14th!

That's right! The next Handmade District event will be held on March 14th and it will benefit Music Saves Lives!! So come on out and support some local crafters (and a great cause) for a day of fun.



Vendors include: Abyssal gems, AJz Delights, AM-PM Creations, Annie Rexic, Artwistic Creations, By Belinda, Chantal deFelice, Cherry Tree Lane, Clippity Do Dah, Delightful Trinkets, Designs By Steppies, Double-Sided Tape, Forest Nymphs, Funkie Fresh, Handamade, Hearts and Laserbeams, Honey Child Designs, Jam Baby, Jane Clothing, Jewelera, KD Kreations, Kelso Doesn't Dance, Kristen Craft, LT Creations, Lucky Find Designs, Melissa Hill, Mini Maniacs, My Friend Roze, Namaste Designs, Nancy's Threads, Natural Lathers, Nina Gibson Deisgns, OCHSA, Roscata, South Wind Design, Spun By Ver, Tangent Designs, Twinkle Berry, Voz Clothing and Art, WhatAKaracter, Wolves and Willows, Yolandas Clay


See you there!