Waterrose Handcrafted Obsessions

Generous Etsy Sellers

2009-11-10T13:02:00.008-07:00

Each of the following Etsy sellers are members of Etsy Project Embrace (TeamEPE) and have donated or are donating to The American Cancer Society in honor of Laura Slocum. All of the shops on TeamEPE have creations that will make beautiful gifts during the holiday season. Just search under TeamEPE on etsy to find all of the generous shop owners: by: Little Bay Clayby: The Peach Treeby: Knot

Big Horn Sheep

2009-11-02T18:35:00.012-07:00

During our whirlwind trip we visited Zion National Park in SW Utah. It was absolutely incredible and pictures will never convey the beauty and awesomeness. Before I show you the park in an upcoming post....let me share with you what we came upon aswe rounded a bend!Since I couldn't get far enough away, the pictures are a bit deceptive on how steep and precarious the rocky slope they were walking

Did YOU Vote Yet?

2009-10-30T08:57:00.004-07:00

My Snow Candy cuff is in the current Etsy Voter.I would be ever so happy if you would stop by and vote for my cuff. I can't promise to lower taxes, raise wages, or fix the economy or health care, but I will be grateful! Don't let chocolate candies or skull cookies win! Thanks for your vote!

It Doesn't End With October!

2009-10-27T13:42:00.009-07:00

While many of the advertising and awareness campaigns may slow down at the end of this month for Breast Cancer Awareness, the need doesn't end here. Hopefully one day fighting for this cause won't be necessary. But while it does, please help support us by visiting all of the other Etsy Project Embrace shop owners who are donating their creations to help support research. I've decided, since I

Grand Canyon and Craziness

2009-10-24T19:54:00.025-07:00

For my birthday we took a trip to the Grand Canyon, Zion National Park, and Las Vegas. We had only planned to see the Grand Canyon, but DH surprised me with a few more days of fun. (click on any picture for a larger view)The picture below --the crack in the center is the Colorado River.This is the second time I've been to the Grand Canyon and I will admit that prior to seeing it I just thought it

Etsy Treasury Team Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month

2009-10-13T18:58:00.008-07:00

Etsy Treasury Team is such a wonderful group to belong to. There are many laughs, lots of support, and occasionally the group gets together to work on a special project. This month, as most of you know is Breast Cancer Awareness month. It was proposed by a team member that whomever wanted to participate choose one of their creations and donate it towards this important cause. The following are

Snow Candy Hand Embroidered Cuff

2009-10-11T19:30:00.005-07:00

A magical concoction of snow and sugar...I've had the design of this cuff dancing in my head for about a month. I love how whimsical and cheerful it turned out. I've made it a Limited Edition, so I will only make this cuff through January, 15, 2010. I can make it any size, so if this one is a little big for your wrist and you are interested, just let me know and I'll make one especially for you!

Lotus Flower and Koi Cuff and Life..........A Circle?

2009-10-08T20:55:00.008-07:00

Well...it's been a long time since I created a new cuff.... It was a special request. I love this color of wool and chose it for this cuff since it is mottled and reminds me of the color variations of water. I haven't decided if I'm going to make another for my shop. I will think about it as I work on my Limited Edition Holiday cuff. Just like with many people right now, life has been

Etsy Project Embrace

2009-10-06T18:22:00.013-07:00

Etsy project embrace formed out of the concern for a fellow artist and etsyian, Laura Slocum who was diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer and is undergoing Chemotherapy. The proceeds that are raised are donated to the American Cancer Society to support research and create awareness. Once again I bring you the beautiful work of only four of the many participants on the Etsy Project Embrace Team (TeamEPE)

Overland Expo 2010 & My Photo

2009-10-04T16:32:00.008-07:00

Last spring I posted some pictures and information about the Overland Expo 2009 that we attended in Prescott Valley, AZ. This picture, as well as a few others, were published in an Off-Roading magazine. I was so excited, since it was the first time that I've ever had a photo published!We had a great time at that expo (except the sun and windburn). We met a lot of nice people and heard stories

Breast Cancer Awareness and Artists

2009-10-01T17:41:00.011-07:00

October is not only the beginning of the fall season and changing color of leaves, but it is also the month that you will see a lot of Pink! October is national Breast Cancer awareness month. This disease has touched all of our lives in some way. Here are three ways to help lower your risk factors, information is taken from the American Cancer Society website:Eat a healthy diet to help control

Frannie the Crazy Brittany

2009-09-25T19:01:00.004-07:00

This is my other well loved, spoiled dog. Isn't she beautiful? She requires a lot of attention and loves nothing more then to be in your lap with her head on your shoulder....being petted. Frannie thinks she is a lap dog...she weighs about 55lbs, and is four and a half years old. Even though she loves to play she is also very laid back.In this picture she is saying, "ok, are you going to throw

So, Sherry is having a 1000th sale giveaway

2009-09-22T16:38:00.006-07:00

I have coveted this beautiful map jewelry ever since I saw them. While I hate telling the rest of the world...since I want to win one...I must, since it gets me another entry in her contest.Now, if you really like me you will visit the So,Sherry Blog comment and IF you win....send the necklace to me.... Only kidding (seriously)

Hospice of the Valley Thrift Shop

2009-09-21T13:26:00.008-07:00

Whenever I find myself in downtown Phoenix, Camelback and 7th Ave, I always stop at the Hospice of the Valley Thrift Shop. There's always cool stuff to be found and they get new stuff everyday. Here's one of the items I saw there. I have no need for it, but thought I'd post it here in case anyone in the area is looking for one. The price on it is $150 and the volunteer said there is a piece

Tonight's Sky

2009-09-19T18:44:00.003-07:00

Tantilla Nigriceps

2009-09-17T19:53:00.010-07:00

Or, what I found in my studio yesterday...common name...Plains Black Headed SnakeIf you read a few posts back you will understand how I feel about snakes. I picked up a box lid from the floor of my studio and I was stunned by seeing this snake. I think it was stunned as well. We both froze, then I screamed, then it slithered behind one of my wardrobes. So the next thing I did was grab my camera

Pet Holiday

2009-09-15T16:27:00.005-07:00

My Brussels Griffon is ready for a holiday...

A Drive Through Arizona and Peridot

2009-07-24T17:46:00.010-07:00

On July 5th we decided to head east on the 60 and then the 70 to see that part of the state. For some reason we generally don't go very far in that direction. In the photos of the eagle and the dam and after leaving San Carlos, just across the 70 is a town called Peridot. We didn't go there since it is on Apache Reservation land, but I was surprised when Etsy announced that Peridot was the August

Leapin Lizards!!!

2009-07-21T19:50:00.004-07:00

Does anyone know what kind of lizard this is?

Etsy Shades of Ruby Gift Guide

2009-07-02T09:42:00.007-07:00

My tatted Rose and Embroidered Hearts Wrist Cuff was chosen to be in thismonths gift guide on Etsy

Hummingbird and Lavender

2009-07-01T20:56:00.003-07:00

The latest view outside my window!

A Small Quail Family

2009-06-27T09:57:00.007-07:00

A family of Quails!This is a small family since I usually see at least five babies in a family.Look how big the feet are on the baby!

One of a Kind Art-Wear from 1000Markets!

2009-06-11T17:07:00.004-07:00

Produced by Fatal Attraction from 1000Markets!Designs created by the talented artists from 1000Markets

Ferns, Lady bug and Ant Hand Embroidered Cuff

2009-06-10T16:12:00.005-07:00

Here's my newest cuff...

Red Rocks of Sedona Arizona and Camping

2009-06-08T21:22:00.012-07:00

We took our new roof top tent for a spin last weekend. I was a little worried about sleeping on top of our FJ, but less worried then sleeping on the ground with all of the threatening critters. We went off-roading on Broken Arrow first and had a great time...with a lot of great people. Then we went and had Mexican Food at Javelina Cantina...then we drove to our campsite and set up our tent. It