Faerie Glammeries :)

I'm feeling rather accomplished, if eager to get back to book sewing. Yesterday I finished two new creations, my Faerie Glammeries. Etymologically speaking, the word 'glammerie' is an amalgamation the words 'gramayre' and 'glamour' indicating these uniquely decorated spellbooks for Faerie or Elvish magical secrets, songs, poems, recipies and so on.

Unlike average grimoires which are often emphasized by their serious formality, Glammeries are crafted to reflect the wonder of the world around us as a conduit of inspiration. Each one has its own really bright personality and if glamour magic is about anything, then it is the alluring and shine.

I was especially pleased with the Citrus Splash Glammerie because I tried out a new technique that worked really well what with the laced ribbon down the spine. Plus I got to use one of my new crafting tools which has been pleasing me to no end :)

On top of all that, I've got at least two more Glammeries waiting to be finished and I researched the three new woods that I've got for wands: Pau Ferro, Monkeypod (or Raintree) and Sweetgum. I should have the latter two up on my sites later this evening.

Spring Fairy Festival is this weekend, starting at Noon and I still feel as though there is just TONS of work to be doing. I've been learning my way through Google AdWords and getting some adverts out there and am considering the same on FaceBook. We'll see. For now, back to the table!

Strawberry Moon Upon Us

Wow. Last week went insane, but in a good way. I was pretty busy getting my blogs and facebook and everything interwebs-ish linked together. I've even figured out how to create an etsy box that will display my product on your main FB page and also in this blog. I really am thankful for everyone's support so far - there is no doubt that every little bit helps :)

I've completed a couple of new cards, Starshine Day (Faerie Holiday) and Strawberry Moon (spring season card). The latter was inspired by my customer Beth Gentry who sent me a lovely email talking about the strawberry moon season. The idea of delicious berries was too much to pass up so I made a card for it, March 25 - April 24th.

Speaking of cards, I've managed to create an application now on facebook that allows for my cards to be sent virtually to friends. Although I am an advocate always of the Art of Letterwriting, in a pinch, I hope that these virtual versions can make someone's day a little brighter! Send one - I'm excited to see it work :)

Plus, I've got a new wood for wands that I'll be unveiling soon: Pau Ferro. It's a nice exotic hardwood and I've got some research to do on its properties before I can put it up but it turns out a very classy wand.

Miscon 23 is now paid for and locked in for vending and I'm in the process of doing the same for Crypticon Seattle. The rest of this week will be spent working on finishing projects and starting some new ones so that I'll be fully stocked for the upcoming Spring Fairy Festival. If you haven't been to that, I'd highly suggest following the link and marking your calendars!