Tea Party at the Zoo

On April 25th Maura, Adam, and myself celebrated our birthdays at one of the most amazing nights yet up here in Philadelphia...the fun level was VERY high and I LOVE fun. Thanks to all the sweet folks that traveled from New York and other places just to be apart of the evening. You made the birthday girl's and boy's night so special. Here are glimses of the wild animal party...at the zoo?

Part-time Studios

I know the most amazing people...you know folks that make things happen. About 9 of my friends and I lead by a couple real go-getters have rented 2,000 square feet of a an old fishtown warehouse to work in. Together we have such an diverse group of amazing talent I can't wait for the creative stew to start a-boilin'! Here are some photos of our building and cleaning day. Mr. Brad (Adam's daddy) was an amazing foreman. With his help we were able to do almost everything in one day...a very long day.







Photos taken from hayliebird.blogspot.com via Ryan Jahn...thanks yall

Savannah

This is late....
I once again returned home from great white north....Spring is by far the best time to be in Savannah. Flowers are blooming all over the city and the weather is AMAZING. It was way too fast of a trip as usual. I spent a lot of time with my much missed mother, met an AMAZING dog that made me laugh for about 3 hours, saw the sweetest (literally) new home I've ever been in, hit the Savannah food spots, and laid in the sunshine, played with some south land pals.....Oh how I do love that place.


I spent a nice Easter Day with my family.

One of my former fellow @home employes got one of the most exciting tattoos I have ever set my eyes upon....thought it needed to be shared.

spring time at my house

I came home the other day to discover Haylie had decorated our mantel for spring! Even put together our amount of spring decor is minimal, but she made it is amazing and super cute...and made me sooo ready for warm sunny weather spring time brings. I'm really looking forward to exploring this city after coming out of winter hibernation.

A Real Room

After almost five months I now have a room that is moved into and is not painted "Holiday Inn" maroon and hot pink...(what were they thinking?) It still needs some work, but for a person who really needs a nest it's just perfect for now.

NYC

Finally I was able to return to NYC. I've lived in Philly since October and still have only been once! Ryan, Haylie, and I took the bus ride over for an amazing weekend. We have so many fun folks to visit there...some of my most favorite people! I got to see almost everyone, even some surprise guests. It's always really hard to leave that magical place. Thanks for all the hospitality and fun everyone.

Some of the NY crew


A small army found on the streets


A taste of heaven...Tinsel Trading


A Meggs B. cupcake...


Meggs room is filled with fun goodies. I love to go explore all the fun things she collects.

The 6ers

Since the craziness of moving, finding a job, and ACC has finally come to a close, I took about 2 weeks off from my own work to breath and have some FUN. The past couple weeks I have really started to like livin' up here. I see Adam Smith way more and Ryan Jahn is Haylie and I's entertainment committy. He makes everything fun.

On one of these crazy nights of fun Adam, Lyds, Ryan, Haylie, and I decided to be serious Philly sports fans at the 76er's game....in the all you can eat section...where ryan had no control over his hotdog intake.

New Work

I have alot of new work to add to my jewelry site, but because my website is smarter than me I have to wait for some help to put everything on there. Here is a sneak peak.

p.s. This is my first attempt at photographing my own work. I hope I did ok Josh...

It's Over

So sorry it's been so long since my last post! The American Craft Council 2008 show is over again. Thankgoodness. Now it's time to relax and then fill some orders. Here is a photo of my booth from this year. Thanks to Lyds for being an excellent booth friend, to the Smiths for TONS of things, Adam Smith for the pep talks, Haylie B. for living with me when I was a zombie, and my momma and Jimbo for being shippers. THANKS EVERYONE!

Silas' friends

As most of you know I have been pushing myself to the max this year with American Craft Council work. I have never worked so hard in my life and I still have the worst to go. But I can do it. I have many good encouragers that I am very grateful for. Thanks for all the sweet words everyone. Here is some new work. A whole Silas the Clown collection!

Maura and Chap to the Resuce

Finally, Finally, Haylie and Halli have....a couch. Sweet Maura Grace found an amazing couch for Haylie and I for $10.00...WOW. Her and her wonderfully sweet hubby Chap also rented a truck and delivered the couch to us. What a treat. Thanks so much to the both of you.

Some other peaks into our living room...
Our Georgia/Flordia wall. Ignor the Christmas decor.

Our shrine to Harry Potter.

Treats by mail

I am such a lucky gur because I have gotten loads of treats in the mail lately! Miss. Amy Lind sent Haylie and I a box full of goodies, My momma sent me an early Valentine box full of baking things, Ginny Brancher sent me a supa sweet postcard, and Abby sent me these sweet elefriends. Aren't they the cutest. Thanks everyone. It always makes my whole day! xoxo

New Years Day Close Call

Hello everyone. it's Friday morning. One of my favorite times of the week. It's my time to get up early, make my house warm, sit on the couch, blog, and drink coffee before my long day in the studio begins. Ahhh, a break.

This post is alittle delayed but I still am going to share:
Reason #1,000,000 I am so glad to live with another Southern bell. On new years day in the South you eat black eyed peas for good luck. Everyone does it! (I should do some research on that.hmmm) I had almost forgotten to eat my peas till Haylie remembered and saved us from a whole 365 days of misfortune. Haylie made the most delicious black eyed pea salad I have ever eaten. It was amazing! It is also a tradition in my family to eat greens on the first day of the year to ensure finical luck. Thank goodness my mom smuggled some in my suitcase from my trip home. Haylie wasn't a big fan but she poked some in so not to be poor this year.

A Country New Years Eve

This new years Adam did a great job getting some friends together out at the Smith farm. The evening was spent crafting up some party hats, sitting by the campfire, smore makin', and drinking some new years beverages. It was also Murphs birthday celebration. Happy Bday Murph! You can see more (well taken) photos on my pal Josh's blog. joshgoleman.com...then mash the blog button.

Another Peak Into Our Nest

I don't really know the purpose of my blog except to show my friends a family what my life looks like, and what makes me happy visually and happy in general. I'm sure it's funny to most how much I love taking photos of mine and Haylie's appartment. I've never had a place of my very own before! AND lucky enough for me Haylie and I love many of the same things. Here is a glimpse into our kitchen and bath.

Haylie and I purchased these plates in Richmond, VA on our move up to PA. She is the yellow bear and I am the pink bunny with a tissue.

Haylie loves tea towels and aprons.

I try to keep a healthy array of knick-knacks and goodies on top of our microwave.

My momma sent us a whole load of pink kitchen gadgets.

I had nothing to do with the paint selection in this room.