A little irritated today over the shop sections. I had all these great ideas for calling the sections unique things, but found out that you can only have so many words/characters. Basically, that limits me to calling them things like "glass pendants", etc. Yawn...boring. I had wanted each category to say something interesting like "through the looking glass" for glass pendants and "so it be treasure you seek" for my treasure boxes, and so on. Oh, well. But, the good news is that I make progress everyday in setting things up and am almost ready to list items.
I have so much to do this week that I feel a little overwhelmed this evening as I think about each day and what has to be done. It's time to make a list. Lists are so helpful in getting the chaos out of your head and organized. There are nights I can't get to sleep until I write it all down. I like being busy though. :)
www.peculiarities.etsy.com
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Welcome Foolish Mortals
I didn't really know what I wanted to write for my shop announcement, but then while having some severe Disneyland withdrawals and thinking about how awesome the Haunted Mansion looks right now (with the Halloween decor)...it hit me. Why not borrow a phrase or two from my all time favorite ride - the ride that got me into the spooky side of life in the first place. So there you have it.
A funny story from my childhood - a memory from Disneyland and my venture into all things "dark". I was in the Brownies, you know, that Girl Scout-ish troop. Are they affiliated? I have no idea. I think they are, but whatever...who cares. Anyway, my troop ventured to Disneyland one time and I was without my parent's supervision. I was eight. We had just ridden on the Jungle Cruise and were looking around that little store at the exit. Back then, this little outdoor store sold all sorts of unusual jungle-y thingies...now they sell fruit and expensive water, but I digress. I had always wanted one of those miniature shrunken skulls with the long black hair and now that I was there with no one to say that I could not have it as a souvenir - I bought it!! The chaperones had no idea that my Mom hated skulls and would never let me buy such an "ugly" thing. I was a happy little camper :) I proudly brought my new treasure home and reluctantly showed it to my Mom. Of course, she didn't share my enthusiasm...in fact, she was so disgusted by my purchase that she made me throw it away!! My treasure! My...precious!!! Sigh...and double sigh.
I have recently found out that my favorite childhood color of choice was black. My Mom told me she would take it away and make me pick a different crayon to color with. But, some things just stick with you and I now get to explore my dark whimsical world without someone taking away my black crayons and skulls ;) Sorry Mom! I like what I like :)
The shop is moving along and gets closer to opening everyday. My announcement, shop policies and profile are now in order. Items will be listed soon! Stop by and let me know what you think...
www.peculiarities.etsy.com
A funny story from my childhood - a memory from Disneyland and my venture into all things "dark". I was in the Brownies, you know, that Girl Scout-ish troop. Are they affiliated? I have no idea. I think they are, but whatever...who cares. Anyway, my troop ventured to Disneyland one time and I was without my parent's supervision. I was eight. We had just ridden on the Jungle Cruise and were looking around that little store at the exit. Back then, this little outdoor store sold all sorts of unusual jungle-y thingies...now they sell fruit and expensive water, but I digress. I had always wanted one of those miniature shrunken skulls with the long black hair and now that I was there with no one to say that I could not have it as a souvenir - I bought it!! The chaperones had no idea that my Mom hated skulls and would never let me buy such an "ugly" thing. I was a happy little camper :) I proudly brought my new treasure home and reluctantly showed it to my Mom. Of course, she didn't share my enthusiasm...in fact, she was so disgusted by my purchase that she made me throw it away!! My treasure! My...precious!!! Sigh...and double sigh.
I have recently found out that my favorite childhood color of choice was black. My Mom told me she would take it away and make me pick a different crayon to color with. But, some things just stick with you and I now get to explore my dark whimsical world without someone taking away my black crayons and skulls ;) Sorry Mom! I like what I like :)
The shop is moving along and gets closer to opening everyday. My announcement, shop policies and profile are now in order. Items will be listed soon! Stop by and let me know what you think...
www.peculiarities.etsy.com
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Something Peculiar This Way Comes...
Greetings & Salutions!
A very warm welcome and thank you for stopping by. I have just opened a new store on Etsy, "Peculiarities", and this blog is the story that will follow the shop. I will be announcing new items, specials, sales, giveaways, vendor appearances and whatnot here. There may also be an occasional recipe, how-to, rant...and whatever else pops into my mind (a scary place at times) that I'd like to share...after all, it is entitled Peculiarities, so who knows what you'll find and when.
The first update on my shop is that my new banner and avatar are up and looking rather fantastical, I must say. It was designed by a very talented artist on Etsy, "crazyfunkycool". I couldn't ask for a more perfect design to fit the theme of my shop and give you an inkling of what you might find there. And what will you find there, you ask? Well, like all good things, you'll have to wait just a bit to find out...but not long :) I will keep you updated and please feel free to stop by the shop and take a look at the progress.
www.peculiarities.etsy.com
A very warm welcome and thank you for stopping by. I have just opened a new store on Etsy, "Peculiarities", and this blog is the story that will follow the shop. I will be announcing new items, specials, sales, giveaways, vendor appearances and whatnot here. There may also be an occasional recipe, how-to, rant...and whatever else pops into my mind (a scary place at times) that I'd like to share...after all, it is entitled Peculiarities, so who knows what you'll find and when.
The first update on my shop is that my new banner and avatar are up and looking rather fantastical, I must say. It was designed by a very talented artist on Etsy, "crazyfunkycool". I couldn't ask for a more perfect design to fit the theme of my shop and give you an inkling of what you might find there. And what will you find there, you ask? Well, like all good things, you'll have to wait just a bit to find out...but not long :) I will keep you updated and please feel free to stop by the shop and take a look at the progress.
www.peculiarities.etsy.com
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