Crafting For Sanity

New Easter baskets and Peter Cottontail

2009-03-20T15:17:00.000-07:00

I just posted some more Easter baskets today. They are just gorgeous---large, oversized with thick handles that are just perfect for little hands. All are made from cotton fabric in Easter prints with a coordinating cotton fabric lining. As always, between the two layers is armo fleece, giving the baskets body.

Also posted today was an absolutely adorable bunny basket (I like to call him Peter Cottontail!). This basket is made from white fleece and lined with white flannel (again, the armo fleece inside). He has cute button eyes and a felt nose.

Be sure to check these out before they are gone. Easter is just over three weeks away!
*Because these baskets have buttons that are sewn on by hand, we recommend adult supervision for children under the age of three.

Easter Baskets

2009-03-04T06:30:00.001-08:00

I just posted two Easter baskets.

This adorable and generously-sized bag is perfect for filling with gifts and candy or for an Easter egg hunt. It also would make a fun additon to your Easter decorations. Each bag is made from cotton fabric and lined with a coordinating color cotton and measures approximately 8 inches from the rim of the basket to the bottom. Between the two fabrics is armo fleece to give the bag body and to keep it standing up straight and tall. The handle is lined inside with a stiff interfacing fabric and connected to the bag with a colorful button and double stitching.

There will be more styles coming soon, as well as an absolutely beautiful white bunny basket. So keep checking back!

*Because these bags have a button that is sewn on by hand, adult supervision is recommended for children under three.

Wrap Around Cozy with Sleeves and more slippers

2009-02-11T10:24:00.000-08:00

I have added four different colors of my new Wrap Around Cozy with Sleeves. These are the hottest new item around this season: the comfy blanket with sleeves! Made of fleece, these blankets measure approximately 60 inches wide and 7 feet long. Adults and children alike will love the WACs. The WAC is perfect for relaxing and keeping warm while still being able to handle the television remote, read the newspaper, or do busy work. They are also perfect for an afternoon nap. Want a different color or, perhaps, a WAC with printed fleece? Maybe you want a shorter one for a smaller child. Feel free to contact us with your request. Don't forget to order your knitted slippers in a coordinating color!

We have also added new colors of the knitted slippers. Be sure to check those out, and watch for WACs to be added matching our slippers.

Slippers, New Ornaments, and BUNNY BASKETS!

2009-01-29T14:01:00.001-08:00

I have added some new items to my page---all of them from different mediums!
First, I have added two pair of knitted slippers. Knitted from worsted weight yarn, they are cozy, warm and durable. The slippers fit a youth size 4 up to an adult size 9.

Secondly, there are two new hooped cross stitch Christmas ornaments. Both are signs---one pointing the way to the North Pole and the other leading to Santa's workshop.
Finally, fresh from the crochet hook, is an adorable bunny basket. Again, made from worsted weight yarn and adorned with jiggly eyes, mini pom pom nose, and yarn whiskers, these delightful baskets await filling from your imagination. From bottom to the top of the handle, they stand approximately 6" tall and hold 10-12 Hershey's Kisses. But the filling is up to you: M&Ms, jelly beans, caramels or even some spare change! These can also be ordered in a large quantity at a discounted price; just convo us!

Keep checking back in the next few days for some large fabric Easter baskets and other goodies!

LAST DAY

2009-01-04T10:44:00.001-08:00

Today is the last day for our after-Christmas sale. Hurry in to get those next season Christmas items at this season's lowest prices. And, once again, be on the lookout for our new spring, Easter, and summer items coming soon!

After Christmas Sale

2008-12-27T09:19:00.001-08:00

We at Crafting for Sanity are having an after Christmas sale. All Christmas items have been marked down. This sale runs from December 27th through January 4th. Below is a brief list of items and their sale price. Stop by, and check out our wares!

Cross Stitched Ornaments now $2
Christmas Aprons now $7
Large Tree Skirts now $35
Christmas Fabric Books now $6
Snowman/Snowwoman Jar Toppers now $8

There are also scarves, a lighted candy cane, cross stitched towels and breadclothes, a crocheted victorian ornament, and a snowman fence. In addition, we also have a nice selection of baby items. Now that Christmas has passed (although not long passed!), we will be working on some spring, Easter, and summer things so keep your eyes opened!

New items and a Black Friday sale

2008-11-21T09:49:00.001-08:00

Thanksgiving is less than a week away and, with it, the biggest shopping day of the year: Black Friday. With the weather getting worse (at least, in my neck of the woods!) and the crowds, I think I will opt of going out on Friday. I used to go out every year, but the pushing, shoving, and just general rudeness of some shoppers has kind of soured me on it the last couple of years. So I may take advantage of the sales online. In that spirit, we will be running a special on our site for that day. So get your coffee/cocoa, put your feet up, and swing by our shop! Be one of the first 20 shoppers on the 28th, spend jut $20 or more, and we will give you a $5 gift card good on either your next purchase or as a gift for someone else.

Just in time for this sale, we will be adding MANY new items on Wednesday (Thanksgiving eve). First up, there will be two new large tree skirts. They are approximately 58" to 60" wide, lined with armo fleece, and backed with a coordinating fabric. The skirts sell for $38. Secondly, there will be at least two different children's aprons. These, too, are lined with armo fleece and backed with coordinating fabric. Rounding out the new arrivals will be holiday placemats and more cross stitched ornaments.

Drop by now, browse, make your list and mark your calendar for Friday!

New items

2008-11-08T17:20:00.000-08:00

The holidays are almost here----only 46 days left before Christmas! I have added some new ornaments and dishclothes to my website. With the holidays so close, I am frantically finishing up some more items to be posted by the end of the upcoming week. Check back to see new tree skirts, childrens aprons, holiday placemats, and much more. I will also be having a special for the day after Thanksgiving so keep checking for more info about that!

Two VERY different chalkboards

2008-10-14T08:52:00.001-07:00

I have just added two new crafts to my page. The first is a very unique placemat. A typical everyday plastic placemat has become a chalkboard on one side. The other side remains plastic with activities that can be completed with dry erase markers, washable crayons, or white board crayons. A terra cotta pot, perfect for holding the chalk or other writing tools, completes the package.

The second item I have added is a wallhanging made from a chalkboard. This acts as a countdown calendar for those worried about how many days left before Christmas is upon us (which, as of today October 14, is 71!). The numbers can be erased easily and rewritten with chalk. The wording is permanently written on the board.

As the week goes on, I am hoping to be adding more items. So check out these new two, and keep an eye out for more!
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Business Cards

2008-09-28T09:34:00.001-07:00

Our friends over at Splaz Graphicz have added business cards to their fine site. You can send them a logo and information or have them design one for you. Their prices are very competitive too: just 10 cents per beautifully designed and personally customed card!

So check them out today at www.splazgraphicz.etsy.com!

Wood burnings

2008-09-24T18:56:00.001-07:00

We still have some gorgeous woodburnings left on our site. They each have a picture hanger on the back so they may be hung on the wall or, if you prefer, you can set them up elegantly on plate holders.

Check them out at www.craftingforsanity.etsy.com!

The Men of Christmas

2008-09-22T18:46:00.001-07:00

We have added two new aprons and a fleece scarf to my site. The first apron is depicts a lovely village of snowmen. The second is a combination of Santa and gingerbread men on an apron colored with the deeper reds and the lighter browns. Both aprons are backed with coordinating fabric as are the straps.

The scarf is a drawing of Santa's head on a backdrop of either light blue or dark blue. It is backed with a red fleece, giving it more body and warmth.

We have also received several convos regarding aprons for children. Watch for some holiday ones to be coming soon---perhaps as soon as this weekend. Also, we will be adding some holiday table runners and fireplace scarves soon. The holidays are rapidly approaching so we would advise shopping early. And don't forget our gift certificates for your shopping list!

Gift Certificates have arrived

2008-09-20T16:20:00.000-07:00

We are very excited to announce that gift certificates are now available on our site. The preset denomination is $15, but you can convo us to order them in any amount you wish from $5 and up. The certificate then can be emailed, snail mailed, or sent as a pdf file to either you or the recipient. If you choose to send it to the recipient, we will enclose a thank you note from you. Or, if you wish, you may remain anonymous. Gift certificates are a great way to shop for that hard to shop for person---or persons!---on your list.

We would like to give a big hearty thanks to our sister site www.splazgraphicz.etsy.com for designing our gift certificate for us!

Breadclothes, Towels and a Pig

2008-09-20T14:20:00.001-07:00

I have just added three new breadclothes, four dishtowels, and a jar topper to my site.

For everyday use, I have added breadclothes with mouth-watering treats on them. The first is stitched with apple pie, with colors so vivid you can almost smell it cooling. The second has three types of muffins, and the third is the word "cookies" stitched in the shape of different cookies. In addition, there is a dishtowel with a French chef, complete with his starched white uniform and a delectable treat on a plate.

For the holidays, I have added two new dishtowels. Santa urges us to "believe" on a full size dishtowel with red and white stripes, giving it that Christmas-y appearance. The other is a gang of snowmen standing hip to hip for what could be a portrait on a white dishtowel.
Finally, a pig has joined the list of jar toppers. He can be used for loose change, pre-wrapped towelettes, or anything else your imagination can come up with.

Join us at Crafting for Sanity to check out these new items as well as other wonderful wares!

Rudolph is back in stock

2008-09-18T07:44:00.001-07:00

I have received several convos regarding the Rudolph fabric book. It is back in stock now!

More jar toppers

2008-09-17T17:47:00.001-07:00

Mr. and Mrs. Snowman jar toppers have arrived. The snowman is wearing the typical top hat and scarf, with a mitten button securing the scarf and a snowman button with jiggly eyes adorning the hat. The snow woman is wearing a nightcap with a bow around her neck for warmth against the chilly winter night ahead.

I have filled both of these with sno-caps (non-pareils), but other ideas might include cotton balls or Q-tips. The possibilities are as endless as your own imagination.

Be sure to check them out!

Frosty the Snowman and School Daze Fabric Books

2008-09-16T17:02:00.001-07:00

I have added two new fabric books to my etsy site. One is Frosty the Snowman with pictures from the original movie telling the story.

The second one is a book about school. The children in the book are drawn in such a way that makes the book comforting for an apprehensive child. It is perfect for anyone with a child getting ready to start pre-k or kindergarten.

Check out these and other great items at my etsy site!

Jar Toppers and a touch of Victorian Christmas

2008-09-15T18:29:00.000-07:00

Two jar toppers have finally arrived to my etsy site. The first one is a cow guarding a jar full of miniature Milky Way bars. Another idea would be to use him as a "cash cow" to hold loose change.

Along with the cow is a reindeer getting ready for Christmas. In his jar is oatmeal which everyone knows is a favorite treat of Santa's team. My kids sprinkle it on the snow every year, and it disappears right after Santa stops.

In addition to the jar toppers, I have added a crocheted ornament with the feel of an old Victorian Christmas. Crocheted with crochet cotton and ribbon around a plastic ring, it is adorned with silk flowers and a gold ribbon hanger.

Check out these and other items on my site!

Snowmen and Gingerbread Men running amok

2008-09-11T11:30:00.000-07:00

I have added a cute snowman fence and a beautiful--yet practical--gingerbread man breadcloth to my site.

The snowmen are painted onto a hangable fence. They are decked out in their winter finery (which those of us up here in the north will need all too soon!) complete with fleece hats, painted wooden mittens and boots.

The breadcloth is cross stitched on ivory aida cloth at two opposing corners with the word "joy" on either side of the gingerbread men. What makes this breadcloth even more appealing is the double backing of cotton coordinating fabric.
Check out both of these items and others at my site http://www.craftingforsanity.etsy.com/. And be on the lookout for jar toppers posted, hopefully, this weekend!

New items soon

2008-09-05T09:11:00.000-07:00

Well surgery went very well, and I am back in the craft room. Hopefully, some new items will be forthcoming next week.
Thanks to all of you who wished me well last week and sent little notes of encouragement, checking on me.

EtsyMom Fall into Holiday Cheer Trunk Show

2008-09-03T08:31:00.000-07:00

Get a jump on your holiday shopping with the Fall into Holiday Cheer Trunk Show the wonderfully talented Etsymom Street Team Members are hosting this Thursday, Sept. 4th at 7 pm in the Etsy Virtual Labs. Come find out what inspires the beautiful handcrafted artistry of this dedicated group of moms in business. Each Etsymom participant will display images of their work, share about their creative process and answer questions. Don't miss this first-time event for Etsymoms and an opportunity to buy some incredible handmade goods!

New additions

2008-08-24T18:17:00.000-07:00

I have four new additions on my site. There is a Santa ornament with the big guy himself driving a train. I also added two new Christmas fabric books: Rudolph and a delightful book using the letters in Christmas to tell a story. The last item is a snowman apron, backed with a coordinating fabric making it reversible as well as more absorbent.
Take a moment to check these out. They may be the last new items for a couple of weeks, as I will be having surgery on Tuesday. However, any items ordered will still be shipped within two to three days of order. Keep checking back to see what pops up!

Another Halloween Bag

2008-08-14T17:39:00.001-07:00

This one is just bursting with jack-o-lanterns! It is bigger than the previous bag and much brighter. Check it out!
Look for jartoppers coming soon!!!

Holidays are rapidly approaching

2008-08-10T16:44:00.001-07:00

Well, the summer is almost over. Where did it go so quickly???? That means soon the stores will be filled with Halloween/Thanksgiving/Christmas items. You can beat the rush and shop right from the comfort of your own computer by stopping into our little shop. While we don't have alot of Halloween or Thanksgiving items as of yet, our shelves are bursting with Christmas ornaments, tree skirts, and windchimes. Look for more items to be added soon!

Pumpkins, Ghosts, and a Wizard

2008-08-08T12:29:00.001-07:00

Again, with Halloween looming, I have posted an adorable fabric basket perfect for either collecting or handing out treats. The fabric is black with ghosts and pumpkins all over it.

Also, for all you Harry Potter fans out there, I have listed a wallhanging that shows a young Harry Potter making use of his wand.

Check these and my other items out while my free shipping is still in effect!

Another Free Shipping Special

2008-07-26T16:03:00.001-07:00

This time, in honor of three of our sons who have birthdays in August, we will be offering free shipping on ALL purchases (US only) from August 4 through August 15. Another great opportunity to check out our shop!

Birth announcements and Christening gown

2008-07-20T06:21:00.000-07:00

Just added a beautiful knitted christening gown and two cross stitched birth announcement samplers to the site. Take a look at them, and let me know what you think!

Free shipping special

2008-07-20T06:20:00.003-07:00

In honor of our granddaughters' birthdays, any orders placed from noon July 19th through noon July 26th will receive free shipping US only). This is a great time to check out our little shop!

Halloween and Thanksgiving are just around the corner

2008-07-20T06:20:00.001-07:00

Just added two beautiful cross stitched towels to my site. One is for Halloween and features pumpkins, bats, and a message: BOO! The second is for Thanksgiving, with a cornucopia urging us to "Be Thankful." Take a few minutes to check them out.

Pink Booties and Burper

2008-07-09T18:50:00.000-07:00

Last nite I added some pink booties and burper with cute yellow rubber duckies. I have been getting lots of convos from people requesting more girly-girl things, so these are a start. Keep an eye on my blogs (here and at weloveetsy.com) for updates on more terrific items!

Mixed Mediums

2008-07-07T18:03:00.003-07:00

I cannot believe how far I have come from being "just" a knitter/crocheter/cross stitcher. I now sew, paint, and work with wood. It has been a long wonderful journey---well, not always wonderful. But it has been a fabulous learning experience. I can hardly wait to see what craft comes around the next corner!

I am sure there must be more of us out there who, for one reason or another, have decided to take on multiple mediums. Let's hear from ya!

New group at WeLoveEtsy.com

2008-07-07T16:26:00.000-07:00

Just started a new group at http://etsylove.ning.com/groups. It's called Indiana Crafters, and, while it is tailored to those of us living and crafting in Indiana, we welcome anyone who wants to join. Stop by, sit a spell. Maybe we can all learn some new things from each other!

My first post

2008-07-07T09:10:00.000-07:00

This is my first post at this site. I currently have a webpage at http://www.craftingforsanity.etsy.com/. It has only been a couple of months, but I already find it so exciting! Hope to hear from all the other crafters out there. I look forward to learning new things and ideas and to sharing my ideas with all of you!