Wednesday 26 November 2008

Mmmm Bean Sprouts

Anyway, as planned we went to Country Baskets on Monday night for the paper bags but we came away with much more. Mum bought a clutch bag (I know, from a floristry wholesalers?) and some Christmas gift bags and I bought some small gift boxes, some lovely blue and green striped carriers and a pack of small black envelopes. The kind that those little florists cards go in. Anyway I just figured that earrings would go nicely into them. The choice of paper bags was poor. They had white ones which were an off white - dirty colour and brown ones. Neither were nice enough. I will post some piccies soon. Before I really got into the jewellery I used to make greetings cards and honestly if you live near a branch get yourself there cause the choice is amazing.

I really need to make some jewellery tonight, I haven't made much recently and I need to make as much as possible for the party next Friday. I just haven't felt inspired this week. I think it might be because I'm low on really nice beads. Sure I have nice beads but no really nice beads, sadly I have no money to rectify this.

So I joined Twitter last week. Seems okay, I went on a mass following spree today and now I haven't got time to reply to all the direct messages. I will, but it may take a while. It's essentially another marketing tool, another way to get your name out there. Sadly I'm not the first to discover this. It's also great from a personal perspective. It's interesting to see glimpses of peoples lives. I'm a big blog reader even if I don't always comment, I love to read about the regular, what some would call, mundane parts of life. I also love to read crafty and creative blogs, there is a wealth of information out there that some generous bloggers are willing to share.

If you have visited through a link I posted on Twitter I would really appreciate it if you left me a comment.


Oh, and I have a severe craving for bean sprouts right now!

20 comments:

Jody said...

I need to make some new jewelry, too. I've been working on restringing two necklaces for a friend but they're finally DONE and I can go on to other things. Yippee!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful beads are SO inspiring, aren't they! Welcome to Twitter!

Anonymous said...

I know what you mean about not feeling inspired - I need to make some stuff and list others that are sitting in my craft cupboard, but I just can't get to it. Good luck at your party, I bet you'll do awesome - and get some money to buy some new beads, too!

And I saw you on Twitter, I love it - so many awesome blogs, crafters, and just random people *lol*

Anonymous said...

Bean Sprouts, yuk! I too joined twitter just about 3 days ago. I think I am enjoying it. Having so many networking sites has got me in a tizzy! Please check out my blog too! I just started it as well and am a little uptight about it. I would love some feedback. Thanks!

Todd said...

I just might have to buy some bean sprouts from the farmer's market. There is always a long line at her booth. They must be good! Happy Turkey Day.
Peace,
Todd in Santa Fe

Anonymous said...

I just joined twitter too, bit at a loss what to do there exactly..
But it is a very fun way of finding new blogs (where I will often lurk but not comment..)

tinybird said...

I like twitter. It's a way to connect with people I'll never meet face to face but at least contact in a way that short & sweet.

TheresaJ said...

Hi -- Came across your link via Twitter. I'm fairly new to it as well, and not sure how I like it yet. It's time consuming and I haven't really gotten any feedback indicating that it's worth the time. Plus, I'm still feeling a bit lost.

There's a huge Gem & Jewelry Show this weekend, where I usually stock up on supplies, but my cash flow is low... :(

The Point said...

Hello! I hear you about inspiration - you'll get some. It will hit you and you'll be very productive!

I saw you on Twitter too!! :)

I love bean sprouts too!

Anonymous said...

Fellow Twitterite here! Nice jewelry and I know what you mean about beads...can never have enough! Now you must return the favor and peek at my blog...comment, as well, my dear!
http://kittieskrafts.blogspot.com
Cheers!!!

TMCPhoto said...

I'm with you on about reading about other people's lives. I started my blog last month and my list of Blogs to follow keeps getting longer and longer.

I too like a good mix of the mundane, creative and entertaining. I'll be adding your blog to my list today.

April Ellis said...

Thanks everyone. I will visit you all and comment back. hopefully this evening, if not today tomorrow for def.

XXX

Anonymous said...

I found you on Twitter. :)

I agree, I like reading about all the little mundane things that make a person's life what it is.

April said...

I, too am a beautiful bead lover and am also lacking in that department. Welcome to Twitter and thanks for following me!

Cthings said...

Hello,

Letting you know I did reply to you from twitter! I think it is great. Can up your views at Etsy or whereever you have a site. Enjoy the rest of your week!

Erk N' Jrk Creations said...

Hey there! Fellow Twitter-er--er--lol. Great Blog!

Anonymous said...

I notice you are from the UK. Cool. I am from Texas. It's fun "meeting" people half-way across the world. I follow you on Twitter. (http://www.twitter.com/OohNAahInvites) Great blog. Hope you have a fantastic party on Friday!

Graciela Testa Lynt said...

Hi! I'm also new on Twitter. I've had sales every day since I joined... coincidence??? don't know, but I hope it keeps up!
Have a happy day!
Graciela
www.glyntpottery.blogspot.com

HeatherK said...

Beautiful jewelry! Love your Etsy shop!

Sarah Edmondson said...

I joined twitter recently too. Hope you make a sale soon, your etsy shop and blog look great.

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