Abigail's

Friday, February 12, 2010

Introducing: Six Degrees of Separation Sunday

I love to blog surf.

You know you do it too...

I go check out an interesting looking post, then click a link, then click another until I'm a million miles away.

Often, I'll find yet another great blog I've never seen before and become a follower.

So I thought it would be fun to record my travels through the blogiverse.

Here are my rules: I'll start with a blog I already follow.

After reading a bit, I'll click on a link from that blog.

Then, I'll read some more, then find a link on that blog.

etc. etc. etc.

You get the picture, I'll do it so I can find new blogs to tell about, then post it.

Oh. And I'll leave a comment telling them I posted about them on my blog.

I would love to have you join me!

If you would like to participate, I'll place your link on my sidebar.

Just mention Six Degrees Sunday and link back to me if you can.

So here goes on my first try:

1. I started with the fabulous 52 Flea, because she had the most recent post of the blogs I follow.

2. I clicked and got lucky to find Cheryl Kuhn's Small Stories Studio and my heart skipped a beat.
Oh my goodness, this mixed media artist uses the perfect blend of grunge and old photos:

How did I not know about this blog before? Did you?
why didn't you tell me?

3. I clicked on Roses, Radishes and Rubbish because I liked the sound of it.
Another mixed media artist: Amy Dabbs!
Her little dolls are amazing.

From there I clicked on

4. Cori Dantini Makes because the picture caught my eye.

Wow, just.....wow. She is an illustrator! I'm glad I stopped here.

5. I clicked on Pink Pig Cottage Antiques because I loved the name!
What a fun blog! I especially love their banner.
Oh yeah, I'm definitely following this blog, I like to see what other shops are up to.

6. From there I clicked on "Cottage Charm and Family Inspiration" and found this great tutorial for making these fabric hearts:

See? Wasn't that fun? Hope you decide to try it too!

All photos are credited to their respective blogs.

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Heavens to Betsy!

I just finished doing my taxes!
what a relief!

Honestly, after crunching numbers all day, I'm feeling a little overwhelmed with all the support our customers have shown us over the past year. I want to say a huge

THANK YOU

to everyone who has shopped with us, voiced their support, made us feel *warm and fuzzy* with your kind words and compliments, and have been considered friends this past year.

I have a couple of announcements:

First, I'd like to announce a special Valentine's "thankyou" this weekend!

If you come in the shop, we will have Valentine's SALE Fortunes!

Draw a fortune cookie and get special deals, including gift certificates and up to 20% off your next visit purchases. There's even a couple free tutus in the mix!

Announcement #2: We are planning a super spectacular party/event to celebrate the opening of

Alice in Wonderland

Tim Burton's new movie!

Jessica has been busy planning this fun event.

Stop in the shop to pick up your super-exclusive invitation.

It will be March 5th and 6th 12-6pm.

Please plan to join us for:

Tea and Sweets
Alice Merchandise
Drawings for Giveaways

Jessica, my ultra-talented and highly over-qualified helper, makes Alice Jewelry!

She will be there to showcase her merchandise.

Check out her website here and her Etsy shop here.

P.S. I got the fortune cookie idea here. Click for a step-by-step "How-To." I also used their photo.

Monday, February 8, 2010

Two Mod Cottage Nightstands $38 Each

Two Cream Painted Nightstands.

$38 each

Purple glass knobs (if you want a different color, we can change them!)

Great bedside storage, solid wood!

Sunday, February 7, 2010

My Newest Time Suck

Has anyone seen "Sqare America"?

Square America is an amazing site with a huge collection of vintage and antique photos.

I am completely fascinated with old photos and this site takes the cake.

I could spend hours browsing here.

If I understand their "terms of use" correctly, you can use their photos as long as you don't do a hotlink back to them.

*Not all sections are appropriate for all viewers, just thought I'd let you know.

Friday, February 5, 2010

I recently got the following email:
(I LOVE this nursery and wanted to share!)

"Im interested in your two pink dressers, what are the dimensions?? also Im looking for the perfect dresser to put in my future nursery (due in may with a baby girl). My crib is my husbands handmedown that im not totally in love with but looks similar to the one in the pic. I love your blog and am hoping you can help me find a dresser similar to this one for a decent price! I live in (south) idaho so i can easily pick up. please help! thanks S.R."

So, I hope I can find something that fits her dream nursery. I have a few things in mind...

We've also had a bunch of young brides seeking that vintage look.

What are you looking for? Send us a comment or email, maybe we can help!

After a little searching, I can credit the photo to designdazzle.blogspot.com

Follow the link to get instructions on recreating this beautiful room!