Happy New Year!

Just wanted to wish everyone a happy and prosperous 2009! Really don't want to think about New Years Resolutions, but would love to hear from you all.

Busy, Busy Week!

Ok so I thought that my week could not get any busier, and to my dismay it has :( Not to mention that I have a full time job, an etsy shop, and a blog. I have just learned that on Monday night we have a boyscout meeting, Tuesday my son has a Cello concert, Wednesday Boy scouts singing at nursing home, Thursday son has lead in Christmas play....he is Santa :) Luckily I have nothing for Friday yet. On Saturday I have a jewelry party at The Posh in Charlotte. I have sold a few items lately and REALLY need time to create more for the party. Lastly, my birthday is on Sunday, not to mention that I am NOT ready for Christmas yet, also did I mention that I work full time and need to sleep? Thank goodness I managed to get my Christmas cards done and mailed out this weekend.

Hope everyone is enjoying this wonderful season!

NoDaRioty

If you are in Charlotte or surrounding areas and can check this out, DO!

WHERE: Neighborhood Theatre in NoDa - 511 E. 36th Street, Charlotte, NC 28205

WHEN: Wednesday, December 10th, 6:00pm – 10:00pm

GENERAL EVENT INFO:

- Live music and artistic performances by local artists on the main stage while local arts footage is projected silently on the screen behind the stage.
- A small selection of NoDa artists will create art live during the event, which will be up for silent auction throughout the evening. Partial proceeds go to help fund an online artist search engine.
- Salvador Deli and Amelie’s French Bakery will be on site, vending food.
- Neighborhood Theatre bar will be open for service.

Awesome Book.....So Excited!

Ok I just received the coolest book! It is great. I am so excited about the new direction I am trying to head with my jewelry. I would definitely recommend this book for anyone interested in fusing fine silver. It is full of great very detailed pictures and wonderful instructions. Can't wait to get my new supplies and get to playing :)

Cheesy Potatoe Soup Recipe

Here is a recipe for a delicious cheesy potatoe soup.

Potato Cheese Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

4 medium large potatoes - I like to use the red ones and leave the peel on
2 1/2 cups petite carrots
1/4 cup green onion, diced
4 tsp better than bouillon chicken or 4 bouillon cubes
2 tsp white vinegar
1 1/4 cups milk
6 Tbsp flour
3/4 cup shredded jack cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar
6 slices pre-cooked bacon

Instructions:

•Wash and cut potatoes into bite-sized pieces (peeling is optional).
•Dice green onions and bacon.
•Put 5 cups water and first 5 ingredients in large saucepan: bring to a boil, and cover and simmer 7-10 minutes.
•Whisk flour and milk together and add to saucepan with vegetables.
•Bring to a boil and cook (simmering and stirring bottom occasionally to avoid scorching) 15 minutes.
•Add cheese and bacon for some yummy cheesy soup!

Black Friday & Cyber Monday SALE!!

Ok, just wanted to let everyone know that I am having a Black Friday / Cyber Monday Sale. From today 11/27 until 12/2/08 I am offering FREE SHIPPING and 20% OFF ALL JEWELRY in my shop. What a deal!! You can check me out here.

http://www.mrsfatface.etsy.com/

Homemade Wine....YUM!

Ok so a friend brought over some wine that he and his wife make. Very cool bottles...pretty neat. The two flavors are Calypso and Green Apple Riesling. I tried the Green Apple Riesling last night and it was so good. Hope to finish off that bottle tonight and start on the other one soon. Will update when I have the results of the Calypso which is supposed to be like a tropical Riesling. Cant wait!

Dog Surgery

My dog had surgery yesterday. He had scratched his ear and busted a couple of blood vessels on his ear flap which resulted in a rather large pocket of blood and stuff. He went to the vet and got a drainage tube put in and micro-chipped. He is doing somewhat better. Took quite a long time for the pain meds to wear off though. They also cut his nails while he was under. We do not cut his nails because it is very painful for him. So his ear is hurting, his nails, and his back from the chip. Hopefully he will be back to normal soon.

Wickedly Chic Blog Feature.....AWESOME!

My earrings were featured on Wickedly Chic. So awesome. You can check it out here.

http://www.wickedlychic.com/787/indies-of-the-week-jac-jewelrymrs-fat-face-november-13-2008

Well…that’s not it for jewelry this week. With a shop name like Mrsfatface, you just have to go and check out the wares. Stephanie Speers is the owner and I giggle every time that I say the name. I think it’s because my dad was called fathead when he was a kid…way back in the day. I’m not sure why he was called fathead either. He was a skinny little kid. With a doll named Margaret. Just so you know.

Anyway….back to shopping. Mrsfatface has some beautiful jewelry items along with some very spiffy artwork. The earrings pictured here are called Cherry Bomb and are made with ruby jade & sterling silver. No one will be boring when wearing these on their lobes. AND there’s a matching necklace…in case you feel that you need a set.

There are many pretty pieces in this shop & it’s hard to narrow it down. Bargain hunters will want to note that there are a number of items in the clearance section…all less than $22.00….which means that you can get more than one thing.
Fill up your jewelry box (or the jewelry box of a loved one) this holiday season…make Mrsfatface one of your stops on the road to gift buying.

Gorgeous

♥ What we have here are a few of Mrsfatface's favorites!


Gorgeous very modern lamp from thewildhare

Love this bracelet from msbaubles

This necklace from wearablebydesign is crazy cool. Love it!

So cute and so true!

Hooray! Today is a good day. I am ecstatic and hopeful for our future!