Time to Hit the Books...

As a teacher, I do love this time of year. It's time to get into gear and get back to some serious work. Hit the books and go to town... Off with the flip flops and here come the heels... Ciao Ciao shorts and tees and hello pencil skirts and pretty shirts... Well, ok, I do love that part, then, there's the part where I encounter a bunch of new kids and their new "expressions," - always interesting to hear what high school kids have to say, and teach me, from time to time.
Yes, by the end of August I'm ready to go! Ready to teach. Ready to get out the power points, take notes and lecture away on the importance of learning history, art and language. However, come October, I could certainly use a bit of a break... :)   Maybe I should bottle up some of the excitement?
I do miss my little girl, all of 3 years old, as I return to my career. But I see just how much she loves her "school" - preschool, that is - and it's all ok. She gears up for a new year, just like mom. Hopefully, she too will find and always have the same excitement for "back to school," as her mother.

Happy School Days!
Some of my Etsy Back to School finds - or, some random things that get me even more excited about going back to work :)

School Days Journal - RossellaJayne 


yes, it's a bangle - but a beauty! full circle...by  Safarisister's


Very fall, very pretty...  by MadRiverDesigns


Always love some great graphics! ...by LandofEnchantment


I think I have to get this...    by Boygirltees

Pretty Print... great for my classroom! "Kids! When I was a kid... I used to have to..."
by Warmwhispers

ok, I could SO use this for my Iphone! love it! by Mariforssell

I've drooled over this for a year now! Ileaiye




love this too! by Idea2lifestyle

The beginning, middle and end of my every day.... by EmilinaBallerina





Happy School Days...................

Clarity and all things Clear...

A few months ago my daughter overheard a song I was listening to, an oldie but a goodie! "I Can See Clearly Now..." originally by Johnny Nash (take a listen :)
She caught on quick, and, for a few days, it's the only song she would sing... But then again, that's what 3 year olds do, repetition, it's their "thing." (currently we're working on "You are My Sunshine"combined with "Oh Mio Bambino Caro") - yes, quite the combo, that's my girl!
I do have a love for great music -new and old - but this song was stuck in my head for a few days, and it wasn't just because my daughter was catching on either... It speaks about clarity, seeing clearly, being clear... And that's been my "theme" lately, that's why this song, and all things "clear", have been resonating so well with me.
When you're clear, you work better, play better, do better... Clear = good.
I adore finding objects of  "clarity" and wearing them, decorating with them, putting them in my home... They're wonderful reminders of staying clear, focused and aware.
Thanks Johnny!

A few finds on Etsy, all things "clear"... clarity.

Rock Candy necklace by Ranchelungerjewelry


After the Rain (how appropriate!) by SterlingRoseDesign


Cocktail Ring by Nutraj


Love necklace by Bluelovebirds



Estate Bracelet by Laralewis



Crystal Ball by Musettemade


Clairvoyance by PoleStar


Hollywood Luxe by KristinFriesen


Home Decor Photo by Leapinggazelle



I can see clearly now.........




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Ears have it!

To honor my brave little 3 year old daughter, today's blog will be all about earrings! Jayne was a real trooper and got her little ears pierced today. Her lobes sparkle now - and totally adorable!
It was a combo , I'll admit, me wanting her to get earrings and her , at times, mentioning she wanted them. Then, last night my husband walked into a little jewelry shop with her and I knew - it was time!
I got new little piercings for myself, some glittery little flowers to top my first piercings - very cute - I do have to say! Wouldn't let my daughter have to go through that all on her own...
So, here are a few Etsy earring finds - for mom, daughter, or friend... Enjoy!

Pretty little things! Morning Mist by AmberSky


Love her stuff! Botanical Flower by ShySiren

  

Where it all began... LOVE these! Copper Wings by Museglass



So pretty! Lone Tear by Envejewelry


Love the cards and the shop! and, of course these little gems! by Eliwill



Little lampwork angels by RossellaJayne



Vintage ... by PoleStar


and more green, and pretty stuff!... by Kateemarie



Rock Candy - yummy! - by Rachelungerjewelry 




A few storage options.....

Claudine's Line stand                          
  

BlueBirds Haven Typeset Drawer holder



and from Amazon:



    

Child's Play

Every day I find the beauty in something , some place, some one. My daughter is my every day "reminder." Her incredible spirit, beauty and ability to make me laugh at any given moment is an every minute occurrence.
Children remind us to slow down, take it easy and be child-like. We need to play and laugh more and worry less about getting the dishes done. We don't need to look at the clock every five minutes and hope the wash is through the first cycle.
A child's smile is so telling. Watch a child at play and find calm, not frantic running, just joy.
Children's toys and clothes can be a simple reminder to just stop, breathe, enjoy and let it all go.
Here are a few things, found on Etsy, that are wonderful works of art and creativity, and reminders of staying child-like.... Enjoy!

Tree Adhesive Fabric Wall Decor - by Lovemaestore           

      
  Le Nuage - by Matilou


Off to See the World Pillow - by Three Red Apples      
  Slumber - by Trafalagrassquare
  
Slumber - by Trafalagrassquare


Baby hat by Totzhatz                                                  
  
Bloom Felt Hair Clip - by PrettyinPosies
  

Button Hats by Hannahmccumsey                            
      
BabyDoll Tags by RosellaJayne
 


adorable! Flower Hat by SnookyDoodles                         

 Scavenger Hunt Decks by Blykenandnod

   

Make it Sparkle!

Before I became a mom, I liked the stuff that sparkled - it was nice. Now that I AM a mom , I LOVE stuff that sparkles!!! Bring it on! Not sure what giving birth has to do with it, but the more sparkle the better! I even love glitter now too!
Here are a few amazing "sparkle" finds from Etsy today - LOVE this stuff!
   
Estate crystal earrings by Laralewis - I own a pair or two ... VERY nice! Always makes the outfit!


now, this is a ring! LOVE it! FigIstanbul on Etsy


  
The name of this shop is GlitzGlitter - of course it has LOTS of sparkle!!!


 
Love this shop - GlassOnion - GREAT stuff! and these are some pretty little sparkle-y pieces!

and just another from GlassOnion, SO pretty in pink!!!

I could go ON and ON and ON...
Don't forget - everyone NEEDS some sparkle!!!!

Enjoy!

Photo Shoot...

Not your typical "photo shoot," this one is more of a collection of some pretty awesome photo art! Most of these are Etsy sellers - and quite talented, as always!

These little blocks are from MinatureRhino -   and this adorable baby clothesline photo is from warm whispers  . Vintage photos are pretty popular for lots of creative work these days, like these from my own shop  RossellaJayne.  But I fall in love with things like this  - it's not the photo that's for sale, it's the cute little "pod" that this cutie-pie is wrapped in! From AmberMichelleWilson on Etsy.  I also love photos like these, vintage, black and white, local history... great stuff! JavaJava Designs
There's a lot of creativity and fun in KellydBrown's photo shop on Etsy too! Lots of great work here below! Brava!

      

I've also fallen for a TON of stuff on Stumble Upon! ENJOY!