Month: April 2010
Sharing your Bounty
While working on our Neighborhood Association’s newsletter, I came across an article submission from Neighborhood Harvest of Salem of Salem. Their mission is fabulous and I wanted to share their project with you. So many times I’ve heard friends tell me that their fruit trees …
Become a fan of Honeybee Boutique
Honeybee Boutique Now you can become a fan of Honeybee Boutique on Facebook. Sign up to view event invitations, look at new projects and connect with local artists and crafters. I finally added a link to the right side column of my blog. Here are some simple instructions …
Tackle it Tuesday- Making a Canvas Banner
Posted via Jessica’s Blog: www.jessicaramey.com Want a fun banner that will last for years to come? But you can’t paint you say? And you’re not so great at sewing? This project is easy and will add pizzazz to any party. 1. The first thing to …
Office Drab to Office Fab!
Just because you’re at work doesn’t mean you have to surround yourself with ugly utilitarian things. Think outside the box, think sparkly, think fabulous! These fun paper clip sets will keep your office tidy while also adding some pizazz to those blase memos. Jewelry is …
Upcycled Silver Tray, for Everyday Use
Posted via Jessica’s Blog www.jessicaramey.com Take a look-see at these glamorous trays. I’ve been busy creating like mad for Honeybee Boutique’s Spring Sale. Be sure to come out for a visit! Made from plated sliver plates, I simply attached some ribbon and added rhinestone magnets …
Tackle it Tuesday- Controlling the Clutter
Posted via Jessica’s Blog www.jessicaramey.com I can always tell by the look of my house how busy we are. When things are calm, our house looks presentable, the surfaces are clean, and chaos is under control. But more often than I’d like to admit, our …
My Wild Garden
Posted via Jessica’s Blog www.jessicaramey.com I love gardening. Well, let me rephrase that. I love the idea of gardening. I love the color of seedlings poking through the dirt, I love the fresh produce that I know hasn’t been treated with anything other than fresh …
Tackle it Tuesday- Playful Things
Life has gotten hectic. Between two school auctions and a carnival, the Honeybee Boutique Sale coming up, freelance work and volunteering, my head is just spinning. And I know I’m like most women out there- wanting the best of both worlds. What keeps me sane …
The Quest for Mouthwatering Homemade French Bread
Posted via Jessica’s Blog I’m a sucker for fresh out of the oven French Bread. I get my love of bread from my dad who also adores all that is starchy. My mouth is watering as I type this. Just the thought of warm bread …
Photos of Bush Park
Posted via Jessica’s Blog I feel so incrediably lucky to live so close to Bush Pasture Park. With huge oak trees, open green lawns, a rose garden, three playgrounds for children and both a museam and gallery, I think I’m very spoiled. Since our newletter …
Vintage Carnival Flyer
My daughter is having her school carnival at the end of the month and I volunteered to design a little pocket program with a map as well as donor info for the auction. I came up with this design. Hopefully no one gets nightmares from …
Tackle it Tuesday, Tackling Office Ugly
Posted via Jessica’s Blog. I wish I had a before picture for you. This chair was a mess. It had a gray woven cover that had holes all over the place from my old kitty that liked to sharpen it’s claws on the back. Needless to …
Easter Fun
Posted via Jessica’s Blog I do hope you had a good Easter. The kids were delighted that the Easter Bunny came to our house twice; once to deliver baskets, and then when the weather was nice, he visited again to sprinkle eggs throughout our yard. …