11.24.2008

7 months ...

My babe is almost 7 1/2 months already!!! We have sleepovers with her every once in a while in our room, and last night was one of them. I love those nights when we are all together in one room and I know we are all safe and together. We pulled her pack 'n' play in there ... next to my side of the bed, of course! When we put her down in there, Brian and I realized just how big she has gotten. She used to take up a tiny section of the bassinet part. Now she is almost touching both ends ... head and feet! Crazy. People always say they get big so fast, but you don't believe it until it happens!

Here are a few pictures from her 7 month photo shoot ...



11.21.2008

discounts and holiday orders ...

Just wanted to let everyone know that Monday, December 1st ... there will be a 20% discount on EVERY order ... BIG or small! This is the perfect day to start your holiday gift buying for all of your Moms, Sisters, Aunts, Grandmas, Daughters, Friends, Teachers, etc. Please place all orders through me via e-mail. I don't have discount codes on Etsy and Bigcartel. Sorry for the inconvenience, but it will be sooo worth it. Happy Shopping!!!

Last day to place Holiday orders (guaranteed by December 23rd) is Wednesday, December 10th. Please keep this in mind! Any orders placed after that date will be on a RUSH basis and there will be an extra RUSH fee of $20 + any expedited shipping charges. Thanks for keeping me in mind for your Holiday shopping!

11.19.2008

want to make someone's day ???

I have 5 necklaces I want to give to 5 women who are REALLY deserving of them! Here's the deal ... If you know someone who has an inspirational or encouraging story, or even someone who is just in a very challenging struggle in life right now (I'm sure there are plenty with the way the economy is right now, unfortunately), share their story with us! Out of the stories sent to me, I will choose 5 women who I feel have made a difference in the lives of others, who may not get the "thanks" they deserve. I will be giving each woman a beautiful necklace ... delivered to their doorstep for Christmas! This will be an anonymous thing ... we want them to be surprised and feel SO special ... so don't tell them you shared their story with us (if you must tell, wait until after they receive the necklace)! Sound like fun? It does to me :)

Share your story ...

11.17.2008

san francisco ...

My family was in town this weekend and we had an awesome day in San Francisco on Sunday. We started the day off with a mile-long walk in Muir Woods ... absolutely beautiful. A walk that should take about an hour, took us over two hours! There was so much to stop and take in along the path. The weather was perfect and we had good company! I would highly suggest this place if you are looking for an outdoors-y day hike. After our walk we went to Academy of Science Museum in Golden Gate Park. This place was amazing, but more crowded then I ever imagined. It was a little overwhelming with all the people. So many things to see ... tide pools, rain forest, coral reefs, etc. Really neat place.

Muir Woods ...




Academy of Science Museum ...



11.11.2008

playgroup ...

Today was our first day in our new playgroup and we LOVED it! I just organized a group of about 6 moms and our kids (between the ages of 6 months and 4 years)to get together once a week for a bit of playtime and Mommy time! Today we met at our place and walked to the park. Next week we will go to the farm for story time and to feed the animals! I look forward to our future craft days, too. So much fun! I will have to post some pictures of all the cute babies/toddlers in the group soon ... they are all so adorable and have such fun, different personalities.

11.09.2008

giveaway winner ...

So, we have a winner! Jenny (A Baby Peach) is the lucky one this month. Your comment was SO touching and special. I loved it. E-mail me your address and I will send you your new necklace! Hope you enjoy your new jewelry :)

11.07.2008

fall decoration idea ...

While at the pumpkin patch a few weeks back, my Mom and I saw a pile of gourds and immediately started thinking of ways we could make these fun guys useful. Here is the end result ... thanks to my hubby for slaving over them for a whole 15 minutes to get them drilled out!

11.05.2008

some fun, new designs ...

I just posted some new designs on Esty! Go check them out at www.cristinaashleydesign.etsy.com. The link is also on the sidebar of this page.

Here is one design for preview ...

feeling crafty ...

I have so many projects I want to start. I just don't know when I will get around to completing them, or even starting them! Here are a few ...

-Make new stockings for all 3 of us
-Make a tool holder for all my jewelry stamping supplies
-Make decorations for Thanksgiving (table decor and place cards)
-Make Christmas cards
-Start mapping out a plan for Kylie's 1 year birthday (it's still 5 months away!)

Most of them are holiday related, so that is given with the time of year! All fun projects to look forward to.

Do you have any fun projects you are working on?

11.04.2008

it's a sad day ...

I don't know ... for some strange reason I was absolutely LOVING the rain we have had the past few days. I was so into it! Staying in my warm pajamas, bundling Kylie up, sipping hot cocoa, watching the rain come down. It was so nice ... I felt like it was a subtle reminder that not everything needs to get done on the to-do list. Just sit and relax. But now it's gone and time to get things done!

I guess I'll have to put these away ...

11.03.2008

pumpkin patch ...

I meant to post these ... uh, before the Halloween post! We went to the pumpkin patch with my Mom and got some stinkin' cute pictures of my little sweetie pie. She is SO cooperative with all my demanding poses for pictures!

Hope you enjoy these ...





my angel ...

Kylie was an angel for Halloween this year. We fully intended for her to be a fairy, but while we were at the fabric store, we fell in love with all the pastels. And fairies are bright and colorful ... so she was a soft, light fairy! We went up to Santa Rosa for Halloween to visit our brother and sister-in-law and their kids. The kids were so cute!

Here are a few pictures





11.01.2008

november design and giveaway ...

Hey there! Today is a rainy Saturday and I am SO excited!!! I have a new design that I want to share with you ... and it will be our giveaway necklace for this month. Super cute. Super simple. Just right! A copper butterfly and a tiny sterling circle hang from a dainty 18" sterling ball chain.

Leave a comment to enter the drawing ... the winner will be drawn next Saturday, so check back then to see if you are the winner!

What is your favorite piece of jewelry? A Grandmother's necklace, a special bracelet, your wedding ring?

spread your wings.