I'm Way Behind How Bout You?

Oh boy, I'm still putting way too many things on my plate as usual.

I've just collected a bunch of awesome 100% wool sweater pieces and have
decided to get back to working on my shop and make some awesome things
like scarfs, pillows, and even a few small felt pals.

What I could really use is more space!

It's getting really cramped in my work area that I'm starting to rip at the seams.
(Pardon the pun)

Tell me... how to You Stay On Track?  What's the secret to Staying Focused?

Help

S O R R Y....

Yes that is the title of my blog post today, because if you look at when I posted last then you might understand why I'm saying sorry.

I am so upset with myself because I have worked hard for a couple of years to set up a blog and a shop online where I post things that I make.

The biggest problem with that is, because I am also trying to set up a website for something different altogether I have taken way too much on at one time and can't spend enough time on one thing to try and be successful .

It's very self explainitory the comment of...."Jack of all trades, Master of none".

Shit..(sorry about that) ..I still can't stay focused on one thing and follow it through.  What the heck is the matter with me????   I truely get distracted by "shiny things" because I want to learn and understand Everything!!

RIGHT NOW, Here, I am going to Change all of this! I am going make a list of daily things to do, then include posting to my blog at least TWICE a week!

The reason I am so upset is because I had a visitor who was nice enough to join as my First subscriber and leave a commet. BUT it took me over 3 weeks to respond because I was too busy opening and reading the hundreds of emails that I get instead of paying attention to the more important things that I have going on.
(and then I wonder why no one joins my blog).

I just wanted to publicly appologize to Sandra for my rudeness and hope you will come back to visit and share your interests with me.

Take a moment and check out her awesome site Here.

Happy Thanksgiving  Everyone.

Hearts n Hugs
LauraBelle

Love Flowers

As anyone who knows me or has the chance to see my creations, I do love flowers. :)

I was checking out some nice banners for my iGoogle, and just had to put up a banner for this awesome abstract artist =>> CARMEN GUEDEZ

If you appreciate pretty flowers and fine abstract, please feast your eyes. ===>>>

Enjoy
LauraBelle
Visual imaginaries

Sewing Contests **

I've missed a couple of sewing contests that were giving away awesome sewing machines for First place prizes.

That would be pretty cool to win a new machine, or at least try. :)

Has anyone actually entered a sewing contest? and perhaps won something?

I would love to see your winning creation, so if you drop by, how about posting to this comment and posting your entry and prize.

If you know of any contests happening I would appreciate the link.

Have fun creating.

LauraBelle
Visual imaginaries

Starting To List NEW Creations.

I have about 7 completed projects that are waiting to be listed in my shop, but just don't get enough time to do it.

There are a couple of items that I listed

I want to do it so bad because I know someone out there is going to love the bags I made from a long plaid skirt.

They turned out so much better than I expected. :)

I would Love to see what You have been making and invite You to join my Blog so that we can follow each other.

Did You get a chance to join the contest with "Singer" ?  I know it closed at the end of June but was wondering if anyone knows who won the beautiful sewing machine for first prize.?

It's so late right now and I promised myself that I would go to be earlier than last night. If I do so, then I will be better rested for tomorrow.

Goodnight.

Talk Soon.

~LauraBelle~
Quality with Affordable Pricing
http://www.laurabelle.artfire.com/

W H A T ???

I've been going crazy lately trying to keep up with all I want to do.

I'm telling ya! Crazy.

There is a contest going on with "Singer" where you can win an awesome sewing machine along with other fine gifts.

What do you have to do to enter???.......Sew something Yourself that You or someone can wear and ENTER.  Cool.

Oh Yeah, the only catch is, You must enter by the end of June AND whatever You made had to have been made in the month of June.  Got it?

Okay then, OOOOooooops!!!  One more thing, You have to sign up to Flickr because that is where You upload your sewing project/projects.

I do have what I am entering, but still am trying to finish one more thing, (I really would Love that sewing machine), so I will get everything uploaded this weekend after I go for a 7a.m. MRI scan on my spine where I have to lay still for almost an hour!  Oh MY!  It's a good thing it's so early in the morning because maybe I'll fall asleep.  Hope I don't snorrrre. :)

Get Sewing.
Have Fun.
Smile at someone today, it feels good all round.

Talk soon.
LauraBelle
Visual imaginaries
teachwhatyoulearn@gmail.com

Enjoying Life*

Well, I'm still working on my two little online shops, and hope that since I decided to 

separate my products so that it would be easier for visitors and/or buyers, to see all that is available, more clear. 

Less is more. (I heard that somewhere:)

You see, I love to make so many different things, and since a lot of my ideas come from the material that I look at, most times I don't even know what I'm going to make until I'm actually sitting down ready to create. :)

I LOVE it.

I am really hoping that one day, I can actually sit at home in my little workshop and do this, and this only as my way of survival.  That would be awesome.

I really enjoy changing up my shop banners too, because I think the same banner all the time might get boring.

So, just to put the shops out there for anyone who might like to check them out.

The one on Artfire will have the  Jewelry  that I  make  or design,  along with  Handmade  Accessories  of all kinds.

The one on Zibbet will have Pillow Covers,  small bags, market/shopping bags,  change purses,  business card  holders, and any other goodie that comes to mind when I am in my creating zone. :)

I would love to see what anyone else is making, or designing, so please be daring and be the first to join my Blog so that I can also join yours and keep an eye for something I might want to buy.

Have a Great weekend!

LauraBelle

~Visual imaginaries~

UPDATE *

Hi

I've decided to focus on my two shops and put my Affiliate Marketing on a back burner for just a bit, so that I can get traffic to my Handmade items, and get my shops better organized.

I really enjoy making things, one of which is sewing, and the other is creating jewelry.

When I'm sewing, I love to re-invent, re-cycle because seeing a new creation born from a skirt, coat, fabric finds, etc., is so exciting.

I don't go shopping with an idea in mind.  I look for special looking fabric, different, even if it already has a life of it's own.  That's when I bring it home and every time I look at it, I wait until the vision is there. 

I get so excited once I know what I'm going to make and start in a way as if I have a drawing in front of me. The vision is so clear in my mind.  I do make a couple little changes near completion until I feel iI looks exactly as I pictured in my mind.

The proudest moment is when someone actually purchases one of my designs.

So, for now, my sewing/felting, fabric creations of any kind, will be listed  HERE*  and my jewelry designs will be  here*

I will be putting both shops on one site, and I'm working on that now.

Sorry I have to cut it short, but my computer is starting to act up, and I don't want it to freeze before this posting is saved.

Keep Your creative juices flowing.

Drop a line, I'd Love to hear from You.

LauraBelle

Sew What Have You Been Up To?

I have been working so much out in the big world, that I haven't had much time at all to
do any work at home.


I really miss sitting down and getting into my designing. You know, letting your imagination
run free and seeing what actually turns out from it all. :)


My awesome friend Rosie (that's my dog) had a birthday on April 26 and turned 14, so she
does need to be taken outside more frequently, and she is slowing down with having arthritis,
which I can definitely relate to. :)


I decided to stick to sewing, and have stopped creating jewelry for now because I just don't
have time or the money to pursue everything I want to right now.


I have another site on Visual Imaginaries where I have posted just my hand sewing items and
machine sewing.  I do hope you get a chance to check it out. There's a couple of cool Pillows.


I would love to hear from You and See what You have been doing.


Have a Great Weekend, and  Happy Mother's Day  to ALL  MoM's.

LauraBelle
Visual Imaginaries

MOTHERS DAY

I haven't had a chance to do an updated post because of my computer being near Death!


I just don't have enough money right now to buy a new one.


I've made a couple of pretty pillows that would be awesome gifts for a MoM on her Special Day!


If you get a chance, check them out because I have to go....Only because this crappy computer keeps freezing and then won't move until I turn it off and start all over again.


Have a Great Week.


LauraBelle
Visual Imaginaries

Cooking Mama ?

Hello Artisans,

I've been busy trying to do many things at the same time. :)


I'm sure you know what that feels like.


I can't believe I actually had time to look at this "Peta" game. You might want to think twice about playing because there is a chance it will turn you off of things you like to eat.

I did find it very interesting though, because they post "Facts" that I'm sure most people are just not aware of.  yuck!


Check it out if you get a chance, and I'll be back soon.

Scroll to the bottom and click on the ad that says;  "Cooking Mama".


Have a Great week.

LauraB
Visual imaginaries*

POPPING UP ALL OVER.

Hey,
How's your weekend going? Hope all is well with your shop if you have one on the go, and 
I just wanted to drop a line to let you know that there is another Great place for Handmade* Artisans.


It's pretty much the same rules that apply to "Artfire" and "Etsy".


You can get a Free account*, or upgrade to a monthly fee for added customization.


Of course I have added a shop here at Zibbet~ because I figure, the more the better. :)
Especially since there is no cost, I'm sure it won't hurt sales.


Well, I've got to get back to my other interest in trying to become a top Affiliate Marketer,
and if by any chance you are also interested in earning an income online, please
check out my other Blog* where I hope my posts can help you save time and* money.


Enjoy the rest of your weekend.


Always* here to help,

LauraB
Visual imaginaries

teachwhatyoulearn@gmail.com

What's Next On The List?

Let's see, there's St. Patrick's Day, Easter, and Spring. So much to do, so little time.

I've started making a couple of things for Easter, then it came to mind that maybe I should make a thing or two for St. Patrick's Day. 


I know the Irish take it seriously when it comes to celebrating St. Patrick's, so maybe making something that they can pin to their hat would be a good idea.


I've added a new banner to my >>Shop and had fun while doing it.


I figured with Spring slowly getting ready for it's arrival, now would be a good time to make more flowers. I love flowers!


How's everything going with You?  What have You made lately?, and how are Your sales going?


Do enjoy "Family Day" and even if you stay home to relax, maybe you can catch some of the Olympics and watch Canada win more "GOLD".


*Change of subject -- I've been working on designing a website to further follow my dream of working Full Time from home. I'm doing Affiliate Marketing, something that might interest you if you're looking to create another stream of income. 

"Never put your eggs in one basket" so the saying goes.


Talk soon.
Always*here to help
LauraBelle
Visual Imaginaries

Valentines Day ~

Just wanted to add a post to remind people again that before you know it,
Valentines Day* will be here.

If you're busy like the rest of us, the easiest way to help you would be to

suggest checking out many handmade gifts that can be wrapped and shipped right to the door
of Your Sweetheart! 
What an extra special surprise it will be when the package arrives.  Everyone loves getting gifts.

Easily shop online at ~LauraBelle~ and then take a bit of time to look at All the other shops with
Handmade items from A-Z.



Change of Note* ...I'm still trying to get my industrial machine set up properly. It's a vintage machineand I am finding it hard to get any kind of set up booklets from suppliers. :(

I'll give it the rest of this week, and if I can't set up the machine then I'm going to have to consider
getting a new one. Not in my current budget though!

Hope everyone is Happy.~

What are You into?

Have a great weekend 
LauraBelle
Visual Imaginaries

How's It Sewing?

Before  I get started with my posting I wanted to mention the video that is
at the bottom of my blog.

I made it at "Animoto" and had a lot of fun making it. I will be putting it at the
bottom of the blog in a week or two so that anyone who might be interested
in creating one of their own, you could use this code   xloygciu


if You decide to upgrade at "Animoto" and You will get a $5.00 discount.
It only costs $30.00 for a year for a long version, or $3.00 each for the long
version if you want to make one while being a FREE member.

Try it. It's fun.


Okay, that's the end of that.  Oh one more thing, if you do make a vid, I'd love
to see it.:)

Is there someone You buy a gift for on Valentine's Day? 

I still get a little something for my daughters, even though they are both
adults themselves.

The great thing is, I have a grandson and granddaughter who I Love making
things for. Just watching how happy they are when they get their special gift,
is awesome.

I'm still in the process of uploading the few original designs I've made of
earrings, wool felt brooches, and necklaces that are completed and ready
to be shipped anywhere You want.

Your Valentine purchase will come inside a handmade red fleece drawstring
pouch, with a hand cut heart tag ready for You to write Your special message.

There are two different colours which are red/black, and red/white. I will be
randomly picking one when I am putting together your order.  If you prefer
one in particular, just leave a message in the "comment to seller" when completing
your order.

Here is a sample of the pouch        

and

the red and white.

I just love making things, and really feel good when someone chooses to wear something
that I've created, and I hope they can see how each piece is made with care and detail, even
if it's the simplest thing.

If You haven't taken a look at the Many Artisans associated with "ARTFIRE", you don't know
what You're missing.  You should get whatever it is you like to drink and sit down in front of
the computer to check out all the Great things, because I wouldn't know where to start in
describing some of them. :)

If You are into Anything Artsy and have a Blog, I would love to see it so please send me a link
and we can hook up.

Enjoy the rest of Your week.

LauraBelle
Visual Imaginaries

                         

~HAPPY~ NEW~YEAR~ EVERYONE~

Here I am, January 1st, 2010 and it's 10  in the morning. Made it through another year, yahooo!

I remember when I was younger and partied until the wee hours of the morn. I would probably be dragging my butt home about now instead of just waking up at home. :) Oh the memories.

Well, I don't know about everyone else, but this year is going to be the year that I establish myself online and work from home. Oh yes! I am determined, and I can feel it in my bones. (or is that just old age creeping up on me). :)

I personally am really glad that 2009 is Gone! and I never want a year like that again. I will make sure of it.

Unfortunately, I didn't get to spend much time in the artistic department, because for one, I was really focusing on my determination to get set up online so that I Don't have to go out to work for someone else.  How's it going? you ask?....GREAT!  Then secondly, my sewing machine is not working properly which means any sewing I have to do is by hand. I do love sewing by hand more than using the machine, but the only problem with that would be the time it takes to complete one item.

~Not to change the subject, but just in case you're someone who is interested in learning where to start if YOU are thinking about trying to earn an income online, please take the time to check out my other Blog* where I would love to help You avoid all the brick walls that I had encountered when starting.~

Now, my shop online is having a ~Sale~ , so please take a peek and see if there is something you might want to purchase and pack away until next year. There is a couple of good discounted Handmade cuties. The sale is only until January 25th and then it's time to change up the banner for "Valentine". The time of year where most females feel that if someone truly loves them, they won't be forgotten on that special day.

That is where "Handmade" comes in, because I know myself that if someone gave me a gift that was handmade it really would feel special. That's not being said because I have a shop, but even when my girls were younger and didn't have money to buy me something, they would get together to make me a card or little picture, but whatever it was that they ended up making always brought a tear to my eye.

So since I'm sure you don't have time to sit down and make something yourself, :) or you just aren't the creative kind of person, this is when You can shop online, have your gift wrapped and shipped directly to Your Sweetheart.  Let me tell you, if you are looking to score some points with your honey, then taking the time to buy anything that is "Handmade" will make this Valentine a very Special one.

Now here's a picture of a handmade flower that will last forever. The flower was put together one petal at a time with pretty glass seed beads stitched in the center. Fabric leaves and a piece of tulle complete this pretty flower brooch.  I you are interested in this brooch or any other brooch you see in my shop and might prefer to have a clip on it so that it can be worn in the hair, I could easily add that on.  All you have to do is ask and you shall receive. :)

There is already a couple of hearts available, but over the next couple of weeks I will be putting together a nice assortment of Valentine gifts for you to choose from. Just keep checking back and I'm sure you'll be able to find something that catches your eye where you think... yeah, she/he will like this! :)

Also, don't forget, there are plenty of shops in the mall of "Artfire" for you to check out  if you can't find something in my shop.  You might want to stroll through the other shops where you will see the variety of Artisans and their creative results.

Well, enjoy your day, and I sincerely hope that 2010 will be the Happiest New Year Ever for All!

Always* here to help
~LauraBelle~

Visual Imaginaries