Random things that make me happy

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Kid rock always puts me in a good mood. I love his old hardcore rock/rap stuff best, and word on the street is .....his next album will be just that! No more country! Looking forward to seeing if this is true!

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I am so happy that wild and crazy hair is ok to do, and not just for punk rockers anymore! I am anything but a plain jane hair kinda gal. I have always changed my haircolor frequently and what better way to do that than to mix in some bright colors that,even though they say permanent, wash out in a few weeks! I currently have purple in my hair and have an appointment next week to get more purple and hot pink! I love my hair!

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This needs no explanation what so ever! Im obsessed with bows, pink, ruffles, frilly, anything girly~

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Hydrangea......the worlds most gorgeous flower! They are simple, and just elegant! I have had several hydrangea bushes but to n avail......they die. Maybe its just me and Im not doing something right. But it would sure be nice to walk out my door in the summer and see this beauty!

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Yes I am a huge Britney fan! ALways have been...since hit me baby one more time! And yes, I still wish her and JT would just freaking hook back up, have 7 babies, and get married already!!!!!!

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I am in love with this city! Everything about it. I would absolutley live there if I did not have kids. The whole city mezmorizes me. There are lots of fun memories in this city! And many more to come!

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Flowerbomb. The most sensual, exotic smelling perfume ever. I cant live without it. I have been wearing it for years. It is my signature scent!

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My new comforter!!! I ordered this cute comforter in grey, for my pink and grey bedroom! It is going to be so cute I cannot wait to get it on my bed!

Humor, Love, and Inspiration!

Just some of faves!

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This melts my heart!

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So true!

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Always!

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Yep

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Yes.......

FemmePetal in real life!

I cannot even begin to tell you have awesome it is to see my designs on women! When I get pictures emailed to me from my customers it just totally makes my day! Please enjoy these photos of several weddings that I recently adorned the necks, ears, and wrists of! As always, if you are looking for that perfect bridal accessory, please contact me!

Wordless Wednesday Yea so its Saturday (pretty in pink series)

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I love my customers!

I just wanted to share some pictures I got from one of my awesome customers! Nothing makes me happier then to get pictures of women wearing my jewelry! The colors I did were custom colors of green with silver pearls. They look stunning with these dresses! You girls are gorgeous!

Etsy Shop Feature ~ b. childrens wear

Oooooh I love this etsy shop! Love love love it! Im happy to share an interview with the owner of b. childrens wear! If you have a little one please do check out her amazing items! Of course I am partial to the boys but I kinda want to buy this ruffle hoodie and put it on max just because its so darn cute!  Enjoy!

~ What is the name of your Etsy shop and how did it come about?



I went to The Art Institute and studied fashion design. Part of our portfolio project included creating a brand and a line of clothes. I sketched out my logo and really liked it. The idea was that each line (or item) would have a different adjective to describe it. So, it would read b. (as in to be) __________. I could not register the letter b. as my primary business name, so I needed something after it. So, in comes "children's wear and accessories". I figure its nice to give people a little clue about what I sell. :) My last name is Barnes and I felt like having the b. was a part of me. I later discovered a fun fact, all those who had married into my family since my great grandparents have come from a B maiden name to Barnes. So that made it extra fun

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~Tell me about yourself, anything!
I have a serious love for mail. And when I say love, I mean LOVE. The whole idea that you can stick a stamp on something, with an address and in a matter of time it will arrive in someone's mail box is nothing short of magic for me. It was a love that started when I was little and would receive things in the mail from a friend or distant relative. I would hold the letter in my hand and study the stamp, read and re-read the contents inside. It made me feel so special to have something waiting for me with my name on it. That feeling has always stuck with me. Letter writing and package sending is something I try to keep as a regular part of my routine. Sometimes I am better at it than others. I am at the point now, in my business, where I should really have a postal scale. But, I love my daily outings to the post office. It is the highlight of my day. You might ask why I don't go get a job with the post office. To that I answer, I am saving it for my retirement. It is something for me to look forward to. :)

~What are your hobbies?

I love to travel any chance that I get. I have been so blessed to be able to see different places in the world and to learn about other cultures. It is such a great reminder of just how blessed that I am.

I love being with my friends and family, playing games, going to concerts and just enjoying experiencing life with those I love.

~What do you sell on etsy and how long have you been making it?

I make unique, simple and fun clothing for kids. Most of the items in my shop consist of t-shirts, hoodies and cardigans. I started making them for baby gifts, leisurely, and would sell them to friends. My friends and family encouraged me to sell them. So in 2009 I put some of my shirts up on etsy. It took a bit to get going, but it has been a wonderful adventure!

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~What goals do you have for yourself in the future 
 Well, since I just told you that I would work on blogging, I guess I should put that as goal number one. Darn accountability. Besides that, I hope to continue to grow into the woman, artist, business woman, auntie and friend that God wants me to be. Taking it day by day. Picking myself up as I trip and fall and learning from my mistakes

~What inspires you?

Everything! I am constantly gleaning from my two awesome niece's and 6 crazy nephews. Reading children's books, design magazines, travel, blogs, music, friends and family. Inspiration comes from different places for me. I wish there was a well that I could go to and always draw from, that would be nice and easy. But, alas, thats not the case. I take it when it comes from where it comes

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Playing Catch Up

Well I have had a SUPER busy weekend! I worked 60 hours last week (whew) so Friday night was very chill, movies and popcorn. The kids watched Rango, and the adults watched Limitless (very good movie by the way, I may try to create those clear little pills. I could sure use them!) Saturday my son had a football game and I didnt do much after but clean and make jewelry. Saturday night, started with beer and appetizers at The Oaken Barrell then we met a couple of my friends at That place in Greenwood. (um I hate that damn bar, but we had fun) Sunday me and the kids spent most of the day at Chucke Cheese, yes I said Chucke Cheese.......I needed a xanax after that. I know why my kids have only been there 1 time EVER. I didnt volunteer to take them, we had a birthday party for my best friends daughter. They had fun,, so whatev. Came home and cleaned my butt off, got every last piece of laundry done, cleaned out my garage (its ALMOST ready to have a car in it!!!!!! YAY) and I got 3 bridal party orders made and several single orders. I am on a roll! So with that being said I am off to bed because again this week I am working 60 hours! Someone SHOOT ME!!! But I will be back tomorrow with my Etsy shop of the week feature, and let me tell you how excited I am about this one.. Hint- its a super cute childrens shop, and I mean her clothing is ADORBS!!!!!!! I have several things of hers in my "cart" for my stud maxwell. Sorry for the boring non picture post! I am not MIA, I swear, just working my BUTT off and being mommy! :)