Wousa!

I have a Pile of this:

Because I have been slightly obsessed with making these:


I will be adding a new batch of these to the shop later today. AND because I seem to like to make these so much, I have decided to have a SALE on them THIS week!

They make great gifts and it's never too early to get those teachers and co-workers gifts taken care of! Or maybe one for yourself...

Matryoshka Sisters

Meet Liliya, Nadia and Tatiana.

They are three lovely Matroshka ornaments made by yours truly.

They are each one-of-a-kind and available in my Etsy Shop now!

Obviously, I have a soft spot in my heart for anything Russian related, being that we are adopting from Russia. Therefore, all proceeds from the sale of these lovely ornaments will be going to our adoption fund!

I am not sure when I will be making more of these lovely ornaments, but I am hoping to soon. If you are interested in a particular color of Matryoshka not currently available, let me know and I am happy to work with you for you own custom order.


Happy Friday and Enjoy the weekend ahead!

Little Bird Re-Launch!

After taking a little time away from my Etsy Shop ( a little longer than I had planned ), and revamping and changing things up a bit, I am finally open again!

I will be adding new patterns, in a nifty PDF format, to the shop throughout the day. All your favorite Little Bird iron on applique designs will now be available for you to download and make your very own iron on appliques! And for those that do not sew, this is GREAT because there is no sewing required to make these. Yay! And, for those that do like to sew, you of course are welcome to use your sewing skills on them! Yay again!

I am always thinking up new designs here and there, so there might be a few new ones to the bunch. If there is one you liked from previous designs and do not see it and would like to purchase it, just let me know! I am happy to work up a custom order for you.

Also, with these applique patterns, the template AND instructions are included. I am thinking about possibly listing just the template itself and a separate tutorial for "how to make" the iron on appliques. Tell me, what would you prefer more: JUST the template and a separate tutorial OR the template and tutorial combined? Let me know as I am always searching for better and improved ways of doing things. And I love feedback from you guys!

And, naturally, any blog or twitter followers will receive a little extra special bonus with purchase! Why? Because I love my followers and wish to make your day a little brighter if I can! :)

SO, if you are a follower.....

::Type in code LBC10 at checkout and receive your choice of ONE extra applique template with purchase of PDF pattern::

Yay, so exciting to finally be re-opened! There are more patterns and goodies to come in the next few weeks, so be sure to check it out!

Happy Thursday to you! Hope it's a fabulous one!

::Now, back to my regular blogity blogging, as I do not want this blog to be all about promoting my shop. There will be the updates on discounts, giveaways and the occasional shop update, but otherwise it will still just be me here, hopefully blogging a little more!::

It's Coming...

A SHOP update! Soon....

I have had a roller coster of things and emotions the last few months. SO many ideas, yet not sure how to get them accomplished.
Thinking of change, but not sure how it will be taken. Good? Not so much?

In the midst of being a mommy, and this venture of Little Bird coming about from the birth of my son, thinking of revamping almost seemed crazy. But, at the same time, also being in the midst of an international adoption and Summer Break coming in just over a week, I really wanted to be able to continue what I love, yet being able to be mommy first.

If it's one thing I got tired of hearing myself say during the first part of the year was, "just a minute babe, mamma's gotta get these orders finished". Ugh. And as much as I love creating things for Little Bird, my family comes first.

So, I decided a little break (whoops...a little longer than first intended) and just simply be a mom. And I have loved every minute of it! But, I also miss creating new things and fun stuff for kiddos at Little Bird. Yet, at the same time, I want to add some things. Do something a bit different.

I've also been spending time with other mammas and one dear mamma, specifically, asked me if I could help her learn to sew a bit. It worked out great since our two boys love to play together.

This particular mamma inspired me! I know I was supposed to help her, which honestly she has so much natural sewing and crafty ability, she hardly even needed my assistance! However, she also helped me. My friend, as well as other mamma's, or aunties or whomever, just getting into the whole crafty/sewing world sometimes need a simple start. Especially those wanting to make some kids items or just a simple sewing project to get started with.

SO, I came up with a few Little Bird patterns. Simple, great for people wanting a project that is not gonna take them hours, or a weekend. Nope, just a little time and lots of fun! Some require some sewing knowledge, others are a no sewing even required!

I am both exited and nervous about this. However, I hope it will be a joy to others. To learn, to try something new, to just have fun. So, check back and as soon as the SHOP is updated, I will post it here! Also, there will be a special "blog" and "tweet" followers discount....just sayin'.