Giveaways & Big Announcements!
It's GIVEAWAY time!!!!! This giveaway is being hosted by Miss Sadie Lou Who. She is so sweet and thoughtful to host a giveaway in honor of Petticoats & Parasols. Im thrilled to have Lollishops as a sponsor of my event.
We are giving away TWO adorable treasures.
Sadie made this adorable clothespin doll. Isn't she the sweetest. Especially with that pink hair!!!
Next, I've made a few adorable girlie bunny parasol ornaments. A few I will sell on vendor night.
Anyone can sign up! You DONT have to attend the event in order to sign up to win . All you have to do is visit Lollishops blog and leave a comment. Sadie will draw a winner Monday March 8th.
I have a sweet darling friend that LOVES parasols. So as a surprise I decided to make her an altered doll that sorta kinda resembles her a bit. :)
She even lives in California, so this perfumed talc tin was even more perfect to use.
A girl has to protect her fair delicate skin with her parasol. hee! hee!
I'll be making several more of these type altered dolls for my shop real soon!
Now, I must share with you some beautiful work from a VERY talented lady.
A little over a month ago my dear hubby complained of us not having a "bread box" in the kitchen. I tend to cram all the breads in a cabinet. So after he complained one too many times I decided that I needed to invest in one for the kitchen. However…..Im not going to have just any ole' boring bread box in my kitchen. If it's going to be displayed it MUST be pretty and fit in with my decor. ๐
So, I went to Ebay, purchased a used worn large wooden bread box and shipped it to Penny Carlson of Lavender Hill Studio. I bought a gorgeous mosaic buffet piece from Penny about two years ago. Her work is exquisite! So, I decided to commission Penny to mosaic my bread box and turn it into a soft and pretty shabby cottage looking breadbox.
I am BEYOND thrilled with how it turned out!!!! BEAUTIFUL!!!!
What I love more than anything is Penny used the Homer Laughlin plates on the breadbox that I just happen to have and use daily!
You can see more of Penny's work by skipping on over and visiting her. Tell her I sent ya! ๐
**** ANNOUNCEMENT TIME ****
I am EXCITED to be attending the fabulous Kim Caldwell's July event called "Artistic Affaire Les Sirenes". WOW! The details are amazing!!!! My roomie is going to be my AWESOME big Sis Jessi and my Dollybelle sweet friend Christine!
Im also thrilled to announce that Eye Candy Creations will be a vendor!!! Whoo-hoo!!!
Sign up's are under way right now. Stop by Kim's to read all about it! You wont want to miss this!!!!
My LAST BIG NEWS is I am beyond THRILLED to be attending The Creative Connection in September.
The Creative Connection is a 3 day conference and market created by Jo Packham of Where Women Create and Nancy Soriano (past editor of Country Living Magazine).
Eye Candy Creations is going to be a vendor at the 3 day Handmade Market. I am sooo excited! I will be honest and say I have NEVER been a part of a handmade craftshow that takes place for three days. So needless to say I am going to have a very busy summer working and crafting!
Im really looking forward to this opportunity. The workshops, panels, and events ALL sound INCREDIBLE! There are so many talented and brilliant women that I cannot wait to meet. Please stop by the website and read all about it. This is the #1 reason why I want to attend. Just click here.
Please don't forget to sign up to have a chance to WIN!!! Leave a comment at Lollishops.
My Mother and I are headed to Savannah this coming weekend for a little Mother/Daughter time. Im going to finalize some details on my upcoming P&P event and have some fun R&R time. Cant wait! Im sure I'll have lots to share with ya next week!
Have a Happy & Beautiful week sweet friends!
XOXO,
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@jenniferhayslip
Wow, lovely post today full of lots and lots of pretty eye candy!! The bread box is just fabulous! You are quite a busy lady! Thank you for sharing!
Hey sweetie,
eeekkk such cute giveaways!!!
i LOVE your new breadbox,Fabulous!!!
I’m so excited that you are coming in July!!! we are going to have a ball!!! Hot tub and wine. i’m there!! tee hee
Have a wonderful week. talk soon
oxoxox,
Jessi
Hi Jennifer,
I just Love visiting your so inspiring Blog! The Give~Aways are just precious! I just wrapped up doing a TV show and am so ready to jump into the Petticoats & Parasols event. Think I just might do a Pretty Blog Give~away soon too in honor of the event. What a Great Idea!!
Huggs, Nancy
http://www.coeurdalenegifts.com
coeurdalenegifts.blogspot.com
PS~Your Bread Box is just Stunning!!!
Hi Jenn!! I dont know where to begin with this gorgeous post!! The giveaways are amazing!!! I LOVE that bunny and her parasol so much Jenn, I cant even stand it!! I want one ๐ And OH MY GOSH!!!!!!!!!!!!! That altered doll is to die for!!!! I am so happy you are making some for your shoppe!! My goodness, I need one, lol!! And that bread box is absolutely stunning! Penny did an amazing job! I cant believe she used plates like yours, how perfect!! All of your events sound just amazing, I am so excited for you!!! You are such an inspiration to me ๐ I hope you and your sweet mom have the best time in Savannah!! I love those special times with my mom ๐
Have a beautiful week sweet friend ๐
Love ya,
Amy
Lovely giveaways Jenn! Your sweet altered doll is adorable.
Thank you so much for including me in your post! I loved making that breadbox for you. I think two of my favorite mosaics pieces are living in your home right now :-). I am humbled and honored to have created these for you.
Your events sound like so much fun!
Hugs,
Penny
Thank you Nancy! Your lovely compliments have made my day!!! ๐ I would be tickled and delighted if you hosted a giveaway! THANK YOU! Big hugs!! XOXO,Jenn
Thank you Amy!!! I ALWAYS appreciate your uber sweet comments!!! Love to you!!! XO,Jenn
Hot tub and wine is calling my name NOW! tee! hee! Im ready for sunny warm weather, swimsuits, and girl talk! ๐ XOXO Love ya! Jenn
Hey Jenn! I would be delighted to win either one of those items so I left a comment over on Lollishops blog. I saw your bread box in progress over on Penny’s blog too and it turned out gorgeous, a perfect match! Hope to see you soon!
Hi Jenn, the breadbox is Beautiful!!! Love it:)
Jenn…where do I begin?? The giveaway doll and tag are just adorable..Love them. Your bread box is divine. You have fabulous taste. It sounds like you have a very busy summer planned. I hope you and your mom have a lovely time together.
xxoo Valarie
I get so excited when I see a new post on your darling blog!! I have NO idea how you do all that you do… I can’t WAIT to see all the new artwork, the doll is so whimsical and cute!!!!!!!!!
Hi Jenn…omg the bread box!!!!! what a treasure. Its fabulous. sounds like you will be busy next few months. hope you post some of the items you will be selling. Hugs JoAnn S
You are so busy! I saw the giveaway earlier and I have to say how much I love that umbrella! It is darling!
Oh my gosh- those giveaways are sooo sweet!! If I don’t win, I am camping out at your booth during vendor night to make sure I get one of those bunny ornies!!! And wow, the breadbox is spectacular!! You have so many fun events coming up- I just know this is going to be such a special year for you! Have a wonderful time with your Mother this weekend in Savannah! ๐
love the talcum tin girl! she is so adorable and your bread bin is to die for!!! love the mosaics!…. drool!
Both your altered doll and breadbox turned out amazing! ๐
Congrats on your big show! Sounds like it’s going to be oodles of fun ๐
Such wonderful news! And such awesome giveaways. I love your ornaments. Just so clever and adorable!
That bread box is a treasure! I just love it!
Thank you sweet Valarie! ๐ XOXO,Jenn
Hi lovely, sweet Jenn:
Your post is splendidly delicious to read about & see! You have some pretty exciting things coming up! It all sounds so wonderful! I can’t wait to read about it all in your posts! I don’t know how you find the time to do all your whimsical creations! You’re my dream girl! And, the giveaway…I can’t wait to enter, my dear! And, the parasol doll…how darling! Your friend is one blessed girl to be receiving such a gift from you! I want one, too! I am a frequent visitor to the The Lavender Hill Studio. I love everything on that site, and your breadbox is a dream!
xoxo
http://girlwhimsy.blogspot.com
Arrrhhh….it’s bunny parasol!!! I can’t missed it again, > I’hv been waiting and hopping to own your beautiful girlie creations so much. Love at first sight! She’s just too beautiful with her parasol how can i resist not to fall in love to her?!? Can i request to buy one too!
My dear friend, you truly make me so impressed on te effort on this beautiful bread box and this is such delicate one i ever seen! Good job!
And last enjoy & have fun girlie with all the fantastic event you’re to to attend and how exciting to be a vendor!
xoxo
โฅzoeโฅ
wow Jenn, that bread box is gorgeous! Just a little giggle as Im thinking to my self,how many of us actually say those words in a life time.. “that bread box is gorgeous!”? makes me laugh!
have a great day!
viv
Jenn, i love your altered tin doll…i have seen tin dolls before, but they are never girly enough, and yours certainly is…your friend will just love it…i was just reading about the creative connection on another blog, it sounds like it is going to be something else…so many talented artists will be there…how fun that you will be a vendor!!! i am dying over the breadbox that Penny made for you, it is absolutely gorgeous!!! and she even used your china pattern, that makes it even more perfect!!!
Oh my goodness!! That breadbox is unbelievable!! What a beautiful idea!! I love the little doll with the powder tin body, too. I will be there in CA., too at Kim’s event…can’t wait!! Great post, Jenn!!
hugs,
Sherry
wow, how fun to be going to both those events!!! I wish I could join you!
xoxo, Tiffany
that bread box is amazing, and totally perfect for you!
Love your most recent makes.
:o)
Sadie
*i’m giddy with smiles over the little ~ california perfumed talc dolly creation ~ what a sweet sweet idea! may y’all be blessed for all you do! oh…pretties are enjoyed (and love your choices of music)…cupcake hugs and love, diana
Thank you Sadie!!! BIg big hugs! XOXO,Jenn
Me too girlie! Come to Creative Connection if you can!!!!! Cant wait to see you soon! XOXO,Jenn
Awww…thank you sweet friend! Cupcakes hugs and love to you too! ๐
Love your altered doll – she is adorable! And wow that breadbox is SO YOU!
Have a great day!
Rochelle
Another just beautiful post! I especially love the altered dolls with the tin bodies (reminiscent of the ones in the NYC Bergdorf windows :-), yours is so fun!) So many wonderful events coming up for you and Sweet Eye Candy Creations, very excited for you! Have a great trip this weekend with your mom!
xo, Jen
Thanks Jenn! So sweet of you! I hope you and your Mom are well! ๐ Big hugs!! XO,Jenn
Hi Sweetie,
Got your message on flickr pic.
I just tried the link and it works.
Weird!
Love all your posts…been off the computer due to migraines…feels like forever since I’ve visited.
Hugs,
Suze
Good Morning Jenn!!
I SO love your photography and your precious creations and your blog and YOU. Always a joy to visit you here and read about you and your adorable family. Penny’s creation is gorgeous – absolutely gorgeous – as everything she creates is too. SO much talent here in Blogland. What a beautiful place to be. And I thank YOU for all that you share with us. Thank you SO much.
Love,
Kim
I love your altered dolls, so original! That breadbox is over-the-top gorgeous. I’m going to explore more of Penny’s work, so thanks for the link. Have a great day!
Hi Jenn! I LOVE the adorable California doll. How clever! And your new breadbox is the prettiest one I’ve ever seen. So happy you’ll be joining us this summer. Can’t wait!
Have fun with your mom.
Holly
I missed the boat on the giveaway…but oh!!!! THE BREADBOX!!!! OMG! GORGEOUS!!!
It is literally the breadbox to end all breadboxes… I am speechless actually! But it lives with the right person! So beautiful!!! See you soon roomie!!!
xoxo
Christine!
Love all your goodies. Your doll is charming, of course! The bread box is so pretty ~ perfect for your kitchen.
Ciao bella,
Suzanne
I love you Kim! Thank you for making my day!!! XOXO,Jenn
Oh my gosh, the bunny ornaments are adorable. I hope you and your Mom had a wonderful weekend full of special memories.
Hugs,
Kathy