Lace Pendant No. 4

Lace Pendant No. 4, originally uploaded by kanokwalee.

Lace Pendant No. 3

Lace Pendant No. 3, originally uploaded by kanokwalee.

Lace Pendant No. 2 in Black

Lace Pendant No. 2 in Black, originally uploaded by kanokwalee.

Etsy Treasury "Citrus Splash!" curated by themefragrance 05-30-09

Etsy Treasury "Citrus Splash!" curated by themefragrance 05-30-09,
originally uploaded by kanokwalee.

Themefragrance featured my Simple Happy Yellow Flower Garland in her Citrus Splash Etsy treasury on 05-30-09.

Thank you themefragrance!

Featured designers:
pattybaker
kanokwalee
StudioParan
donnageissler
missrubysue
erinkeys
kaoriyatsumoto
prettypanda
OlliesWoolies
NomadClayworks
polishedtwo

MyTreasury "Peaces, Orange and Cream" 05-30-09

MyTreasury "Peaces, Orange and Cream" 053009,
originally uploaded by kanokwalee.

Late, late night... Early, early morning...

Featured designers:
bagarts
decoratethediva
viridian
EveryLittleCounts
phillipearts
GetGlassy
PersnicketyHome
tagodesign
loveartworks
KnockKnocking
autumnroads
FiberFancy

New Design - Lace Pendant No. 1

I've been working on new designs for the summer. This is the first of the Lace Pendant line that I'm having fun working on. I'm planning to make a few more designs, initially all in black. I'd like to make some in other colors but have not decided on which ones. Maybe some bright and fun colors...

Etsy treasury "Better than Ketchup" curated by FiberFancy 05-29-09

treasury "Better than Ketchup" curated by FiberFancy 05-29-09, originally uploaded by kanokwalee.

FiberFancy featured my Sunflower Yellow Petite Leaves Garland in her Etsy treasury ...Better than Ketchup... on 05-29-09

Thank you FiberFancy!

Featured designers:
TillyBloom
LMAtellier
AmyEsther
aimeesarmoire
pattydrake
bayanhippo
thejunebride
5FingersUp
kanokwalee
GetReadySetClutch
WildWomanJewelry
OlliesWoolies

Etsy Treasury "Gold Dust" curated by loveartworks by 05-29-09

Etsy Treasury "Gold Dust" curated loveartworks by 05-29-09,originally uploaded by kanokwalee.

Loveartworks featured my Sunflower Yellow Petite Leaves Garland in her gold dust Etsy treasury on 05-29-09.

Thank you loveartworks!

Featured designers:
monicaj
Crafterall
OneClayBead
Craftastrophe
undertheroot
decoratethediva
StelmaDesigns
AmyEsther
kanokwalee
subrosa123
SarkaTrager
masaoms

Etsy Treasury"An Earthy Feel" curated by decoratethediva 05-29-09

Etsy Treasury"An Earthy Feel" curated by decoratethediva 05-29-09,originally uploaded by kanokwalee.

Decoratethediva featured my Enchanted Forest Lariat in her An Earthy Feel Etsy Treasury on 05-29-09.

Thank you decoratethediva!

Designers featured:
Sigmosaics
Xenotees
RedChair
moonovermaize
kanokwallee
macraMe
melfitz
CampanaCeramics
GetReadySetClutch
theeye
EnrthenCreations
thevintagecloset

Packaging for my online stores, for now.

I've been working on the packaging system for my crocheted pieces for a while now. Lots of trials and errors. For the customers who've bought something from me, I hope you were not unhappy with the way I packaged your items.

I think I've found a sytem that will work well for my pieces. A neatly tied item in ribbon inside a cute and reusable gift box.

I was so happy when I found these pretty/cute paper browsing in Tuesday Morning. There are so many cute ones but I had to limited my self to only 3 packs, for now. I'm sure I'll make many more trips to arts & crafts stores (and Tuesday Morning) in search of the right paper again soon.

I am ironing out the little details that will help with making the boxes. I'm looking for tools that will help me cut out the box shape and scored to fold easier. I've been looking all over Austin to find those perfect tools but have not found one yet. If you have any suggestions, please let me know.

d-i-y Planner maybe a list maker's dream come through

diyplanner

I've tried many times to use one kind of planner or others but none really worked for me so far. I've always kept my eyes out for the perfect planner that will easily organize my life. I have high hope for this diyplanner site. It has many templates that you can personalize to fit your need, lots of options. Surely one of them will work for me.

If you decide to check it out, make sure you look around. There's a lot more on that site than templates.

Cool tools for Etsy treasury hunters

Craftcult


Craftopolis

Decoratethediva told me about Craftcult a few months back and I'm so grateful. It's fun to see the statistics in pictures :-) Google analytic is great but there's no picture there! :-D

Craftcult let you search if an etsy shop has been featured on Etsy front page within the last 24 hours. It also show you the number of times your shop and items has been visited and hearted. Very cool and helpful.

Winklepots posted (on Flickr Front Pager Pool forum) another very helpful and cool site, Craftopolis. It's a simpler site but straight forward. It has Treasury hunt section for searching if an Etsy shop is currently featured in any treasury. It also has a search for Gift Guide featured.

Between these two sites, Etsy treasury hunters should be pretty happy. I know I am. Thank you Winklepots and thanks again Decoratethediva for sharing the information .

Now if someone can figured out how to snag those treasury spots without sitting there staring at the monitor and counting seconds...

Happy hunting!

*UPDATEd* Made it to the front page! Congratulation Renee!

Etsy Treasury "Frosting on the Cake" curated by decoratethediva 05-25-09, originally uploaded by kanokwalee.

I was waiting to catch the treasury space becoming available but got distracted by my Sam Kitty. When I looked back, the treasury has been open and closed! Big bummer :-(



Luckily, Renee of decoratethediva was kind enough to include my Orange and Strawberry Long Lace Leaf Scarflette in her Frosting on the Cake Etsy Treasury.

Thank you decoratethediva!

Designers featured in this treasury are:
LoveLeeSoaps
EnchangtedlyYours
mellowdayss
kanokwalee
ClutchThat
amberalexander
coleyclothing
subrosa123
fashionshelf
GossamerWingsStudio
RedChair
theeye

Lucky in treasury today!

Last Fall Etsy Treasury
curated by laslopezlas

Laslopezlas featured my Petite Gray Mist Enchanted Forest Lariat in her Last Fall Etsy Treasury today!

Thank you laslopezlas!

Featured Designers:
knitties
lapomme
monkeysalwayslook
allencompanyinc
cynthiadelgiudice
kanokwalee
Lirola
eninaj
pavlinadadakova


Off White Etsy Treasury
curated by sweptfromthesea

Sweptfromthesea featured my Ivory Silver Lining Scarf/Fiber necklace in her Off White Etsy treasury today.

Thank you sweptfromthesea!

Featured designers:
theBeadAerie
artlab
shecological
kanokwalee
Misspottery
dinosaurtoes
Ravenhill
Nomsa
sheaclay
Suuskeramiek
viabella
rafya



My Etsy Treasury happily ever after...

Featured designers:
LunarraStar
phillippesarts
MelissaSue
attilladesign
decoratethediva
riskybeads
echog
RememberMeEmily
GreenManShop
PresentsInBoxes
lapommestories
TheTinyTiara

May 27, 2009 driving toward an ominous sky...

May 27, 2009 driving toward ominous sky..., originally uploaded by kanokwalee.

The sky was super cool this morning. From where I was, it's on the brink of raining but not quite. It's cool to be able to tell that it's definitely raining somewhere (close) ahead of me. Eventhough the ominous sky is, well, pretty ominous, it's good to see that right next to it is a brighter clearer sky.

There's always a silver lining...

Silver Lining Scarf/Lariat/Fiber Necklace/Choker in Ivory

A new color, ivory, in my Silver Lining line. The neutral ivory scarf can be worn in so many ways, lariat, scarflette, scarf, necklace, choker, belt, or even hair wrap!

Isn't it Romantic?

Wow! What can I say about this dress from Vintage Opulence in The New Romantic Market on 1000markets?

This is such a beautiful and romantic dress perfect for the most romantic day, a wedding! If I were to pick a wedding gown, this will definitely be on the very top of the list if not THE dress! (Not that I can ever fit in it but one can dreams...)

I love the colors, the lace, the rosettes, the ruffle... everything really. Love it!

Etsy Treasury "Frosting on the Cake" curated by decoratethediva 05-25-09

I was waiting to catch the treasury space becoming available but got distracted by my Sam Kitty. When I looked back, the treasury has been open and closed! Big bummer :-(

Luckily, Renee of decoratethediva was kind enough to include my Orange and Strawberry Long Lace Leaf Scarflette in her Frosting on the Cake Etsy Treasury.

Thank you decoratethediva!

Designers featured in this treasury are:
LoveLeeSoaps
EnchangtedlyYours
mellowdayss
kanokwalee
ClutchThat
amberalexander
coleyclothing
subrosa123
fashionshelf
GossamerWingsStudio
RedChair
theeye

Etsy Treasury "Make-A-Wish" curated by decoratethediva 05-24-09

Etsy Treasury "Make-A-Wish" curated by decoratethediva 05-24-09,
originally uploaded by kanokwalee.

Decoratethediva featured my Silver Lining Scarf/Necklace in Silver Gray on her Make A Wish Etsy treasury.

Thank you decoratethediva!

Designers featured in this treasury are:
theeye
EllaPhantePhashion
jovencio
polarity
JNpottery
Lirola
CamilleStar
kanokwalee
ZoeAndDoyle
thevintagecloset
RedChair
BethanyOgle

Etsy Treasury {My-Dear-Violet} curated by bellassweetboutique 05-24-09

Etsy Treasury {My-Dear-Violet} curated by bellassweetboutique 05-24-09, originally uploaded by kanokwalee.

Bellassweetboutique featured my Sweet Violet Long Lace Leaf Scarflette in her Etsy Treasury {My-Dear-Violet} on 05-24-09.

Thank you bellassweetboutique!

Designers featured in this Etsy treasury are:
emilygrayjewels
DelaneyLaFae
marykaiser
theskinyourein
kanokwalee
thepebblecollection
DavieandChiyo
fairchilddesigns
curtie01
FeelYourHeart
sugarlotusdesigns
meetthemews

DANCE OF THE DRAGONFLIES brooch

DANCE OF THE DRAGONFLIES Brooch
by Linda Beers Aydlott of Sacred Sparks

I love dragonfly! And this brooch is just beautiful and magical. What else can a girl ask for? If only I can get everything I ever wanted.

Learning to crochet with hairpin lace loom

My very first attempt at crocheting hairpin lace
on one of the looms I got last week.

I bought 3 hairpin lace looms last week. They, at least, look different to me. I also got some hairpin lace loom instruction books and patterns. I didn't have a lot of time to play around with them much. So far, they seem to have a lot of potentials and not too hard to do so far. Will try to post more on this subject.

I also got a 2 CDs set of Vintage Patterns from OldTimeQuilts on etsy. The CDs compilation is well done. I'm very happy with the purchase. They're so extensive that I don't think I'll be able to look through all of them. I've clicked through some titles that look interesting to me and they're great. More inspiration!

Fatalattraction on 1000markets

Dior Dreams Organza Rose Headband
by fatalattraction of le enchantment on 1000markets

I love this choker/head band!

I've been online all day yesterday! Found many new favorites that it's going to take me a while to mention them all. Talents are everywhere. I am so inspired by passionate artists and designers I've found along the way on my online journey. And, this is just the beginning.

Magical Talents on 1000markets

Home To Posy
16x20 Fairy Tale Cottage Landscape Painting.
By Philippe Fernandez

I've been busily listing on my 1000markets and artfire today. I've set up shop at both places for a while now but have not been very active with the community or listing. Hopefully that will change.

I've joined a wonderful market, Magical Talents, on 1000markets. Phillippe Fernandez has been most patience with me on being active and listing. Thank you Phillipe for pushing me along. Check out Phillippe's Fairy Tale Art shop when you have a chance. His artworks are enchanting and magical.

MyTreasury "Hot girls... Unquestionably girly girls" 05-23-09

MyTreasury "Hot girls... Unquestionably girly girls" 05-23-09, originally uploaded by kanokwalee.

Etsy designers featured:

yumiyumi
ohmay
winterRoseDeisigns
FeatherBrain
hopee
loveamarie
jennifersquires
decoratethediva
MSPottery
polishedtwo
Enuwbe
MissMeganMac

Etsy Treasury "Winners and No Losers" curated by Ohmay 05-21-09

Etsy Treasury "Winners and No Losers" curated by Ohmay 05-21-09, originally uploaded by kanokwalee.

Ohmay featured my Regal Collar Scarflette in her Winners and No Losers" Etsy treasury on 05-21-09.

Thank you ohmay!

Other artists featured on this treasury:
visionquest
VeGiCu
2QT4WORDS
emcisaac
oceanavsilks
AbyssalGems
AuthumnSkyAdornments
crazydools
desertnana
PoppyRayeStudio
ShiningLightJewelry

Pink Lining Fiber Necklace, Scarflette, Scarf

This is my latest design I'm getting ready to list on my etsy store. It's made of light weight 100% cotton . It's a very light and airy. In this picture, I wrapped the scarf around the neck a few time and loosely tied the end to show off the bubble fringes. I'm working on more photos of the scarf to show details. I've made this design in silver gray first and really loved it. I'm planning to add more colors for this design. Ivory cream is the next one I'm working on.

Etsy-Treasury "Fern and Lilac" curated by decoratethediva 05-20-09

Etsy-Treasury "Fern and Lilac" curated by decoratethediva 05-20-09, originally uploaded by kanokwalee.

Decoratethediva featured my Petite Enchanted Forest in Pink Mist in her beautiful Etsy treasury Fern and Lilac on 05-20-09.

Thank you so much decoratethediva! You're the best.

Other designers featured:
swirlingtree
RedChair
Xenotees
3FUN
duchessvondudik
theeye
larimeloom
WildWomanJewelry
bndesign
jessjamesjake
HammelmanArt

Collier cristal de roche

Collier cristal de roche, originally uploaded by BAMAO CREATIONS - France - Christine MONGENET.

Wow! Isn't this just amazingly stunning! I will definitely following her. Wow!

She's Not Romantic

My friend Renee sent me a link to her husband, Steve Mims, latest work.

The music video for Webb's song SHE'S NOT ROMANTIC from his album MORE LIKE ME.

Wow, the video on youtube is beautiful. I love the song too. Check it out. I'll have to check out the rest of More Like Me album! Steve is a great producer/director and teacher. Check out his web film school site, Austin Filmworks or his channel on youtube.

My Etsy Treasury "Shady characters..." 05-20-09

My Etsy Treasury "Shady characters..." 05-20-09, originally uploaded by kanokwalee.

My Etsy Treasury "Spring has sprung" 05-20-09

My Etsy Treasury "Spring has sprung" 05-20-09, originally uploaded by kanokwalee.

Got a couple treasuries today. Felt so lucky. So many lovely items on Etsy. I truly enjoy going through putting them together.

Sherlock moonwalks to Jane's Addiction.

Sherlock moonwalk, originally uploaded by nutchanat1.

My sister just uploaded this adorable video of her dogs dancing to Jane's Addiction. They are so cute. The other one is Mr. Watson.

Lots of fun!

New picture for Silver Lining Lariat.

I love the way these turned out. It look sophisticate and sexy!

I'm in 3 beautiful treasuries on Etsy today!

Decoratethediva Etsy Treasury


AshleyPahl's Etsy Treasury


Sweptfromthesea's Etsy Treasury

They're beautiful. I'm so excited and wanting to share right away.

Etsy treasury today.

My Etsy Treasury "What?"


Mistflowerstudio's Etsy Treasury


Decoratethediva's Etsy Treasury

I was lucky enough to get an Etsy treasury today. I have not done a poster sketch in advance this time so it took me a while to put it together.

Mistflowerstudio also featured my scarf in her treasury today. Thank you Mistflowerstudio!

Decoratethediva (Renee) has been so kind to me and featured my work in a lot of her Etsy Treasury. They are beautiful treasury and a lot of them made to the front page. I just can't thank her enough. She makes beautiful jewelry. Check her out when you have a chance.

I have not been very consistent on posting the treasury here. If you are interested to see the treasury I've made or the ones I was featured in check out my flickr photostream. You will see (a lot) more of my pictures there. Probably more than you ever want to see. :-)

Possibly the Last Cold Front for the Season

Petite Leaves Garland in Sage Green


Silver Lining Scarf in Silver Gray


"Petite Leaves Garland in Charcoal

It has been hot and muggy for a few weeks. It has been in the low 90s. Yuck! Luckily we got a cold front in yesterday. It rained most of the day and cool the temperature of quite a bit. It's only going to get up to mid 70s today. It's been nice and pleasant. The sun's been in and out of the clouds all day.

I've been busily crocheting to make up for a few weeks that I was crazy at work. I'm still very busy at work, not crazy, just busy. I'll be a little less anxious when things are back to a steady pace so that I can enjoy my time off crocheting and working in my garden some.

I've listed a few things on Etsy this week. Did not get to learn how to do hairpin lace crochet as I planned. There's always tomorrow...