Monthly Archives: July 2009

EarTh, WiNd & FirE {treasury}


Posted by tlcinspirations

I’ve been trying to create a treasury forever, but my timing is always off, never getting my foot in the door, lol. Today, finally, I got in…I was so surprised, I wasn’t sure what to do and, being my first time, I didn’t know if I was being timed or what. Anyway, what’s done is done and I really love the outcome.
Please share your thoughts. Many of you have already commented on the treasury itself and, for that, I thank you…graciously :)

OH! And we’re very honored that our new, green print headband/bandana was FeATurEd in in Spin Drift Studio’s “Summer Fiber Magic” treasury, for the first time.
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One of my Fave Places – right in my own backyard!


Posted by tlcinspirations

Twice a week, Sandpoint holds their Farmer’s Market. Saturday is the “big day”, though, when all the crafters and live music join in on the fun. I thoroughly enjoy making a day of it…grabbing the kids and walking over there to peruse through the gorgeous creations scattered through Sandpoint’s Town Square. And, yes, I admit, I almost always end up with some kind of sweet treat in hand ;)

Here are some of the beautiful things found at the Sandpoint Farmer’s Market by local artisans, crafters, growers and other vendors…
I’m hoping you will excuse my less-than-stellar photos for this post, as it was a last minute decision and I did not have my trusty camera with me. Instead, I had to opt for my iPhone…not bad, though, right?
Don’t you just LOVE the colors and textures of something handmade, handspun or freshly grown? Even the smells and flavors are overwhelmingly enticing. If you ever want to get ALL five of your senses going, pay a visit to your local Farmer’s Market! Not only are you usually getting the finest, in terms of product quality, but you’re supporting local artisans and growers. Not to mention, you can usually swing a pretty good deal on products, especially if you buy more than one :)
More….
Happy crafting AND happy shopping…
Warmly, Rachel
Sandpoint, Idaho

The unBirthday Birthday Card Giveaway!


Posted by tlcinspirations

We know it’s probably NOT your birthday, however, it’s probably someone’s birthday somewhere. For TLC Inspirations’ first giveaway ever, we’d like to offer a collection of FIVE whimsical, handmade Birthday cards.

ALICE: Unbirthday? I’m sorry, but I don’t quite understand.

MARCH HARE: It’s very simple. Now, thirty days has Septem -No. wait… An unbirthday, if you have a birthday, then you – [laughs] – she doesn’t know what an unbirthday is.

Watercolor by Karen at BlueBelle Design




All you have to do is visit http://tlcinspirations.etsy.com and peruse our shop, then return to this page and comment on your favorite item! For additional entries ~ tweet (or retweet someone else’s), announce, blog, yell it from the highest mountaintop or somehow promote this giveaway and let us know what you did (with a link) in a comment. That’s it – how easy is that?

The drawing will take place on Sunday, August 9th, as this is our unbirthday ;)

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW OFFICIALLY CLOSED. The winner was drawn August 9th, 2009, at 12:15pm and Penny Williams of Studio Polka Dot won! Congratulations, Penny…and THANK YOU to everyone for participating, and the lovely comments. It’s very much appreciated.

NOTE: Names will be drawn using a random online selection tool found at http://mytexttools.com/Random-Line-Picker.html