From Sky to Earth

A huge thanks to Elandra Designs for including my key holder (row 3, col 1) in her gorgeous Treasury!

https://www.etsy.com/treasury/MzI3Njc3NjN8MjcyNjMzMTA0Ng/from-sky-to-earth

Cool Summer Garden

Funny I haven't created a Treasury in ages and wound up making 2 just in the past week . I imagine it's because I've been spending so much time revamping my shop listings that it's just come with the territory, literally.  Whatever the case I created this new one today titled Cool Summer Garden~ it was a fitting delight from the early summer heat of the day.

https://www.etsy.com/treasury/ODU2NDczN3wyNzIzNzk0MDY1/cool-summer-garden

Plum Infusion

Took a little time to create a new Treasury this morning ~ haven't created one of these in forever. Hope you enjoy...

https://www.etsy.com/treasury/ODU2NDczN3wyNzI2MzQ2MjA4/plum-infusion

Whimsical Yellow Party

Big thanks to WeeLambieVintage for including my listing (bracelet, row 4, column 2) in her newest Treasury ~ Whimsical Yellow Party!

Bullseye - On Target for Success

A big thanks goes out to AidforAbby for including my banner (row 1, column 1) in her gorgeous new Treasury~ Bullseye - On Target for Success

Pastel Passion

A big thanks goes out to lifetimeofhandmade for including my bracelet (row 2, column 2) in her newest Treasury~ Pastel Passion

Treasury Thanks ~ "feb1414"

Thanks so much to YaNikaJewelry for including my bracelet in your fabulous new Treasury titled feb1414!

https://www.etsy.com/treasury/MjkyNDY0OTR8MjcyNTY1ODQzMg/feb1414

Art in a Family

I love that my kids are creative ~ personally I grew up in a non-artistic family and it's tough traveling this eccentric road alone. So when it came to raising my boys I nurtured their desires for self expression. It wasn't easy but as it turned out I wound up with three uniquely creative souls ~ a writer, a musician, and the oldest... well, you name it, he does it; sculpting, drawing, tattooing, etc.

While I could write sheets and sheets about all three and their inspiring talents, today I simply wanted to share a little bit about my second son, the musician. You see he's coming out with a new album soon and of course being the beaming mom I'm promoting it, but there's really more to it than just a simple album.

This is his third album, titled "Old Heart New Love", and it's in followup to his first "She Loves Me, She Loves Me Not" ~ written about a heart-wrenching breakup (hopefully his first and last). This album moves on from that starting point and embraces progress.  While all of his albums feature an amazing assortment of his original music and lyrics, there are striking differences between them.  Originally performed solo, he's now joined by a talented ensemble of band members and that, coupled with professional sound mixing, has brought a new multidimensional quality and depth to his music.

Beyond these aspects their fans and public are sure to love, it's the cooperative efforts and personal journeys I'm most inspired by.  From indie musicians to artists, this album is a collective labor of love and dedication. They've supported the entire production themselves and worked day and night around their "real" jobs, to see this dreams come true.

Moreover I'm captivated by the albums' artwork, all of which was created by one of my son's closest friends. Seeing how the imagery  has evolved over time from an original plucked flower to a skinned tattoo with thumping heart has been mesmerizing and stands as a visual representation of the progression and growth of this band and my son's music.

Here's a pre-released single if you'd like to have a listen to "She Shakes My Foundation" by Sound of a Smirk:

Free music player widget at ReverbNation.com

http://www.reverbnation.com/soundofasmirk/song/18685846-she-shakes-my-foundation-new-single#

While preparing the artwork for print I've had the chance to personally delve into the details of this newest album.  While I love it all, my personal favorite is the t'shirt that comes with preordering the album ~ you see  how the heart is there between the hands which are dripping into petals, but did you notice it looks like a flower? I didn't at first.

As far as the journey ~ it's simply priceless to witness our children grow through life. As parents we shutter at their pitfalls and rise in delight with their triumphs. So seeing them grow through heartbreak, coming out the other side wiser, happier, and stronger, are the some of the greatest blessings we can hold. 

Having a creative soul for a child takes that even further, enabling us to possess "markers" of their journeys ~ whether it's a painting, a poem, or songs woven into an album, they tap into the souls of our dearhearts and allow us to share even deeper in their experiences.  These are all the miracles of art in a family and the truest treasurers of this life.

And so I encourage you to follow this talented band, Sound of a Smirk, on Facebook, have a listen to their pre-releases, and preorder their bundle. Appreciating true creativity across generations is what fuels our deepest relationships ~ so listen, share, and enjoy, but most of all ~ preorder. *smile*

Enjoy~

Colorful T

We're lovin' this new Treasury created by Aurelia Felt Studio titled Colorful T which includes our Whimsical Bookmark/Tags, row 4, colmn 2 ~ thanks Aurelia!

Enjoy~

D is for Dragonfly

A big thanks goes out to Steam Sect for including our bracelet in their newest Etsy Treasury ~ "D is for Dragonfly"!

Enjoy~

Colorful Day

Ah, colorful days are simply the best and never more so than when they're filled with a brand new Treasury! This one was curated by Aurelia and includes our digital bookmarks.  So a huge thanks goes out to our fellow Etsian and a congrats to all the others included as well.

Colorful Day

So here's the direct link in case you'd like to show your support or find some wonderful new handmade goodies to covet and artists to support: www.etsy.com/treasury/ODMwODA0NHwyNzI0ODMzMTA2/colorful-day

Enjoy~

Customer Shout Outs

We're pleased as punch to be offering up a viewing of two recently completed projects.

The first is this ethereal theme created for Earth Mermaid.  For this theme we were given permission to use some original artwork created for our customer by the ever talented Erin Darcy Design.  Modifying original imagery for custom blog themes is always a challenge as so we're delighted with the outcome.  Other elements added to her custom theme were two blog badges and and an original set of social networking links.  You can grab a closer look at: http://www.earthmermaid.com/

The next theme was for Butterfly Kisses and included one of our original shelf banners, a modified version of our Je T'aime background, and several other custom coordinating images. Working on shelf banners is such a treat as we have the opportunity to truly personalize the look so each comes out quite different and oh-so unique!  Add-ons for this whimsical theme include a top navigation bar and personal blog signature.  You can take a closer look at: http://butterflykisseswithlove.blogspot.com/

We're currently wrapping up several indepth custom orders and hope to have more Customer Shouts for you in the very near future.

Best~

Light Green Tea Leaves

We're lovin' the soft cool tones of this lovely Etsy Treasury, "Light Green Tea Leaves" created by Jocelyn of Westlake Beads. Thanks so much for including our key holder (2 row, 2 column).

Enjoy~

Summer Freshness

A big thanks goes out to Serendipity Candle for including our bracelet (2nd row, 3rd column) in her newest Etsy Treasury titled "Summer Freshness".

Enjoy~

Christmas in July - "Cream Trim"

This year we're celebrating Christmas in July with 50% off all our Christmas imagery. The thought was to pass on some nice savings for our customers who like to get a jump start on their holiday supplies and crafts.

So a special thanks goes out to Gail of Rocky Springs Vintage for including our "Country Christmas" banner in her delightful new Etsy Treasury "Cream Trim" featuring Christmas in July listings!

Enjoy~

Mixed Up!

As I'm currently on the mend and catching up on work (doesn't being sick stink!), just thought I'd pop in and say a big ♪Thanks♫♪ to "By the Way" for including our digital bookmarks in their newest Treasury, "Mixed Up!" ~ so sweet!

Enjoy~

A little bit of heaven

We're lovin' this new Treasury, "A little bit of heaven", which includes our Woven Wire Bracelet (4th row, 2nd column) created by Hila Binya Jewelry Design ...

Enjoy~

Woodshavings

We're lovin' this new Etsy Treasury titled Woodshavings, created by Blake Avenue featuring our handmade key holder...

New Trinkets & Happy Holidays Sale!

I just finished creating a new selection of my handmade key holders and I absolutely love how they came out!  That shimmering beauty in the bottom right corner already sold...

That's because I'm holding my Happy Holidays Sale with 30% off everything in my Etsy shop!! It's a great time to save BiG on all sorts of goodies ~ from a new blog look to custom print images, like business cards and event banners, or one of my fabulous handmade treasures. 
You can even save on gift certificates! 

So just stop by my Etsy shop at  www.PlumroseLane.etsy.com and pick up some gorgeous goodies (even if it's a treat for yourself ~ you know you deserve it!) and best of all they'll still arrive in time for Christmas!

Enjoy~

New Sponsor Intro

I'm delighted to announce a new sponsor here at Plumrose Lane...

The Mermaid Treasures

The Mermaid Treasures is located at: www.themermaidstreasures.com and offers a lovely selection of handmade items and supplies from colorful jewelry creations and frilly tutus to crafty supplies to dive in and play with.  All of their items are wholesale priced (except for custom orders) so you get the savings right up front.
So stop by and pay The Mermaid Treasures a visit, I'm sure you'll enjoy what you find!

Best,