cool new tools lead to cool new creations

my birthday was yesterday and i just got some really great new tools.
receiving tools is like a dream come true for me. i know that most people would probably like to get something that they keep but i love things that allow me to make new stuff to send out into the world.
i played with a new textured hammer today. some very cool copper hoop earrings on the way. who knows that else the week will bring???
keep an eye up for some sneaky peeks.
love, ellie

Hooray and a peek...

Okay, it's true, I am way excited.
After what was a much longer hiatus than I would ever have expected, I am back on etsy! WOOHOO!
I am pretty darn pleased.
Go to www.loveellie.etsy.com to see the first batch of yummies. And there is a sale running from now through Sunday night, Oct 17th at 11:59 pm ET. 10% off everything, including shipping! Did I mention WOOHOO?
And I thought I would share a sneek peek of what is going up next in the shop. 

soon to be earrings

 pendants in the making...

don't see the sale!
see you soon!
love, ellie

nope, not perfect AT ALL!

I was just checking out some new fiber patterns on ravelry. com and saw an ad for some really cool looking buttons. Never let it be said that I will miss the opportunity to find a new artist. So I clicked through, looking at her beautiful buttons, (check out her fab work here www.kokonoelle.com) and noticed that she and I have a couple of the same badges. Kelly Rae Roberts, donna downey. funny how the world keeps getting smaller but cooler.
one thing that i discovered as i checked out this button lady's blog was brene brown. still going through her work but wow, she is awesome. about being imperfect and learning to be more than just okay with that. going to look into this loads more...