Friday, December 25, 2009

Christmas


Christmas Eve
Originally uploaded by SmashingThreads
Can't believe it has come and gone so quickly. Hannah and Lennon were so excited! It's such a wonderful feeling to see them so happy. Oh how I miss being that age.

Sunday, November 29, 2009

Giveaway going on now with Very Purple Person!

Check out the giveaway from Very Purple Person . The giveaway ends on December 6th. Check out her blog for details to enter.


TJ's Bday Pillow


TJ's Bday Pillow
Originally uploaded by SmashingThreads
I just love using this wood grain fabric from Joel Dewberry! I wish I could find more of it. I made this pillow for my friends one year old, TJ for his birthday.

Sunday, November 1, 2009

Congrats to Shea L. for the October Giveaway!

Thanks to everyone that entered! Will have to think of something good to giveaway for the month of November!

Friday, October 23, 2009

October Giveaway!!!

This month is coming to an end very soon and the holidays are just around the corner. I thought I would do a set of 4 wrislet keychains for a giveaway. These make great gifts for moms, teachers, co-workers, and family.




These are an absolute must for busy moms trying to juggle kids in one hand and grocery's in the other. Keep both hands free with this clever slip on wristlet keychain and never have to dig for your keys again.

Each one measures 4 1/2 inches long and 1 1/4 inches wide. The ring measures 1 1/4 wide.


Rules to Enter:

Visit my etsy shop and have a look around. Smashing Threads Shop 
Leave a comment on my blog about your favorite thing.
Make sure to leave your email address in your comment!

Giveaway will end on Friday, October 30 @ 12 noon with Random Number Generator.

Good Luck!!!




Thursday, October 22, 2009

New Shop on Etsy... Uncommon Whimsy

Check out this new shop on etsy : Uncommon Whimsy Cute tile pendants and button rings! This is one of my favs! I just love this Boston Terrier.



Friday, September 4, 2009

And the winner is.... Christine, Lucky number #1

Thank you so much for entering the contest! I do hope to do another one at the end of September. I will keep everyone posted!

Happy Friday to all!  Although it seems to be a busy one for me. Cooper Young Festival is coming up and I am trying to make as many bags as I can for the 19th. The etsy shop will close on the 14th for a week and will reopen after the 19th to bring all new items to you! <3

Friday, August 28, 2009

Ahoy Tote Giveaway!

You could be the winner of this new Ahoy Tote!
It is made of sturdy yellow and white design fabric and lined with a green polka dot heavy weight fabric as well. Has a nice wide Jute webbing handle so that is nice and comfortable to carry. One large pocket on the inside and a place for your cell phone or ipod and Ahoy patch placed on the front. Makes a great shopping tote, or laptop bag. Fill it with your favorite magazines, books, or use it for a school bag or purse.
It measures 19 inches across and 13 inches down. The strap drop is 25 inches long.
Rules to Enter :
Vist my etsy shop and look around! Smashing Threads Shop
Leave a comment on my Blog about your favorite thing.

Make sure you leave an email address with your comment!

Giveway will end at 12 noon on Sept. 4th with Random Number Generator!



Sunday, August 16, 2009

Tilda in the Burbs

Smashing Threads was featured on Tilda in the Burbs this past week! Very cool. "Tilda in the Burbs" is a blog focused around a little old english bulldog and their doggy likes and dislikes.

Thursday, August 6, 2009

Echino Migration Bag

Just love this print. This is my second bag in this fabric. Echino by Etsuko Furuya. Inside is done in a faux bois by Joel Dewberry.

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Custom Patchwork Apron

Custom order.. made extra long so that it could wrap all the way around. Sent out today to Singapore!

Thursday, July 16, 2009

Happy Hedgehogs Handbag

New bag in the shop. Love the colorful hedgehogs.

Tuesday, June 30, 2009

JULY SPECIAL! HAPPY 4TH :)

JULY SPECIAL : all purchases over $35.00 will receive a free wristlet key chain. make sure to type free wristlet in message to seller. www.smashingthreads.etsy.com

Friday, June 26, 2009

Migration Handbag


Migration Handbag
Originally uploaded by SmashingThreads
New bag made today.. Migration from the Echino line. Made out of linen. Love the birds :)

Sunday, June 21, 2009

Animal Drawing Handbag

New in the shop today! Just love this fabric from Cosmo.

Friday, June 19, 2009

My Craigs list find...

I have been looking for a mannequin for quite some time and I finally got a call this week! I wasn't expecting a vintage one.. but I just love this.

Sunday, June 14, 2009

Nature Set


Nature Set
Originally uploaded by SmashingThreads
New in the shop today! Japanese Nature zipper pouch with matching wristlet key chain. So cute :)

Saturday, June 13, 2009

Giveaway of Sorts ...

Smashing Threads is participating in a giveaway! You be the lucky winner of 5 prizes!

Check it out here : Tales from the GodseySix Blog

http://godseysix.blogspot.com/2009/06/my-favorite-things-giveaway-of-sorts.html

Charlies new collar


Charlies new collar
Originally uploaded by SmashingThreads
Charlie's new dog collar. Super cute Japanese twill tape with cars! I love it :)

New Animal Party Handbag

Just listed this in the shop!

Thursday, June 11, 2009

Lennon


Lennon
Originally uploaded by sharhorton517
My lil man fell and broke his wrist the other day!.. and I shaved his head. lol

Friday, May 29, 2009

Squirrel and Mushroom Handbag

New in the shop today :)

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Quilted Zipper Pouch


Monday, May 25, 2009

Craft Apron


Craft Apron
Originally uploaded by SmashingThreads
New Craft Apron... so adorable!

Available now in the shop!

Saturday, May 23, 2009

Twitter

I am finally on Twitter now! I hope I do a better job on there than here. Im slacking!

Twitter with me : http://twitter.com/smashingthreads

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Bird Hanging Handbag

New handbag in the shop today :)

Sunday, February 1, 2009

Lennon turned 3!


Lennon
Originally uploaded by SmashingThreads
Lennon turned 3 on Jan 29th! So we had a Thomas the Train party for him on Saturday.

The Fabric Shopper


One of my favorite Etsy shops, The Fabric Bar just opened up a new blog called
The Fabric Shopper at http://the-fabric-shopper.blogspot.com/ which features wonderful fabric sources and inspiration. Smashing Threads is currently being featured under Fabric Shop Blogs and also at http://thefabricbar.blogspot.com/.

Thursday, January 22, 2009

FREE WRISTLET KEYCHAIN!!!

From Jan 22 to Feb 14 all handbag purchases will receive a FREE Wristlet Keychain with their order! Go to www.smashingthreads.etsy.com to start shopping now!

Tuesday, January 13, 2009

Meet Charlie :)

This is Charlie! He is 12 weeks old. This photo is just too cute for words. I love how he closed his eyes when I took the pic.

Hannah

Hannah said I should let her be my model and pose with my bags. hehe