Fabulous Gift Ideas and Blogger Love

Good morning all...I'm back at work, and you are probably right along with me.  A lot of great stuff is going on this holiday season, and I thought I would share in case you aren't on Twitter, Facebook, etc.

First of all, let's all say a big congratulations to the future Mrs. Weaver, our favorite Brown Eyed Belle Julie!  Julie got engaged and the diamond is to die for!  I'm so happy for you friend.  I hope you call all head over and congratulate her!  Let's hope she still has time to blog!

Next, our adorable friend Tara of Fabulous But Evil finally made it to 1,000 followers!  How exciting!  If you don't follow her too fun blog, head over and give her some love.  Way to go honey!

Now for a little shameless self-promotion...My first novel, Murder On The Boulevard is available on both Barnes and Noble and Amazon, but I also have signed copies for $10 if you would like one!  They make great stocking stuffers and I will invoice you and send it out this week!  Let me know!  

I also have some fabulous finds for sale on my ebay shop that you might love...there are a few iPhone cases that I know some of you would just love!  If you're interested, let me know and I might be able to give you a better deal!  

Lastly, my mama has some fabulous creations over at her The Queen's Jewels Facebook page.  If you are looking for that one of a kind gift, check her out.  She does custom orders!  

My Mama's Gorgeous Creations Part II

(1950's Prom dress displayed on top of linen closet in Mom's room)

Good morning all.  I hope you are all enjoying your weekend.  My poor Mama is sick with the flu and just started her job at Disneyland, so she's having a tough weekend.  Please pray for her.  As I promised yesterday, here are some more fabulous photos of all her pretties that she either makes or displays in her house.  Enjoy!  And don't forget to check out her Facebook page for The Queen's Jewels.

(Angel on vanity)

(Ballet shoes created by Mom)

(Vintage dress form adorned by Mom)

(Paper Roses)

(Adorned frame)

(Mom's fabulous doll collection.  She won many awards for making porcelain dolls)

(Apollo collection)

(Metal tapestry in Dad's office)

(Dad's office)

(Another stunning chandelier in dining room)

(Mom's Sid Dickens collection)

(Italian cherubs that Mom adorned and have several sizes for sale)

(Above mantel in family room--Madonna and child print)

(Isn't this adorable?  Mom took a vintage train case and created this to hold the yorkie's brushes)

(Accents in the house)

(Photos of Mom's yorkies, courtesy of my sister-in-law)

(Wall of guest bathroom--gorgeous mural)

All photos by Kori Donahue of Blonde Episodes

Now you can see why my Mama's house has been on home tours right?  Hope you enjoyed the photos!

My Mama's Gorgeous Creations Part I

(Dress form all dressed up in Mom's bedroom)

Happy Saturday!  I've been wanting to do a blog post on my Mama's fabulous home for a while now, but finally got around to taking some photos.  My mom is an interior designer, a crafter, and an amazing artist.  There are so many stunning pieces in her home that I have to divide them up into two posts.  She rhinestone's almost everything she can get her hands on, including leather-bound Bibles, that would be perfect gifts for Christmas.  If you have any questions on any of her creations, or want to possibly order some of her items, either check out her Facebook page at The Queen's Jewels, or leave me a comment and I'll pass on your info to her.  Make sure to come back tomorrow to see part II!  

(Vintage antique ball made of vintage jewels made by Mom)

(Collectible doll with all accents made by Mom)

(Trunk redone and accents added by Mom)

(Bible made by Mom)

(Mom's bird Romeo)

(Some of Mom's fabulous finds)

(Gumball machine full of jewels and other accents created by Mom)

(Mom's amazing bottle collection)

(Vanity in Mom's room)

(Chandelier in Mom's room)

(STUNNING jewelry cross and cones, with all hand placed vintage jewelry pieces by Mom)

(Mom and Dad's bed)

All photos by Kori Donahue of Blonde Episodes

Check back for Part II tomorrow!

Welcome to My Life!

I've decided to return to blogging again to keep up on some events that I am excited about! The first one I am so thrilled to share is Glitterfest 2009! My mom is a vendor in the show. If you haven't attended the show before, it is amazing! So many Halloween pretties to look at! If you are interested in coming, the event is tomorrow, October 10 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please check out www.glitterfest.com if you need additional information!