Pillow Talk

Sorry it's been a while since I've written, I've been busy and trying to get organized! My Friday night out at Candlebar was fun and successful. I got a total of 5 orders which was great, plus they asked for more cards last week! They are the nicest people. If you are in the Atlanta area, please pay them a visit. They have a shop in Midtown and one in Dunwoody. They have the coolest gifts and wonderful lotions and soaps.

So, back to the title of this post...I decided I would try to #1 sew a pillow and #2 sew an applique on said pillow. My dear friends just had a baby and since they are big dog lovers, I wanted to make them a unique dog-themed gift to put in the dog-themed nursery. I found a fun "kid" fabric, got some contrasting felt for a dog silhouette and got to work...Not only did I sew a pillow with a dog silhouette applique, I also sewed a zipper on the pillow! Now, it's not the most well-crafted pillow because I'm still learning (and a perfectionist and my sewing machine goes from 0 - 100 with no in between!), but they loved it and they are so fun to make (when my sewing machine cooperates). I've done a total of 4 pillows with dog breed silhouettes and I just love them! Hopefully it won't be long before I perfect these and can start selling them online.

I've included a picture so you can let me know what you think!

Hound and Thistle at Candlebar!

I've been a busy little bee this last week and that's why you haven't heard from me, I do apologize. The good news is, I was busy getting products ready to sell in a cool shop called Candlebar and More! Candlebar will be selling H&T stationery at their Dunwoody, GA location (and hopefully in their Midtown, GA location soon too!). Candlebar is a cool gift shop with lots of monogrammed gifts, candles, soaps, wine accessories, home decor and just some really great gifts.

Even more exciting is that Hound and Thistle has been invited to take part in a wine and cheese/ open house this Friday, May 8th from 6-9 pm! Not only can you see H&T items, but there will be a t-shirt designer there and Candlebar is offering 15% off their merchandise just in time for Mother's Day! Make sure to stop by if you're in the area. Also, check out Candlebar's website at www.candlebarandmore.com. They are super-cool folks and you've got to love that they support local artists!

I'm off to make more stationery for Friday...!