THIS WEEKEND

After a slow start, a BUNCH of snow, and a lack of vendors the Penning's Sunday Farmer's Market has called it quits. The good news...I still have a show on Saturday! And what a show it will be! It has been a long time coming, but it is sure to be a great time!

The snow tried to hold us back but not for long. Finally!!! Music, art, and lots of tattoos: this year the event is sponsored by More Sugar Magazine, Zahra’s Studio (Beacon), Black Star Productions, and the Hudson Valley Renegades (Minor League baseball team). There will be local bands, artists and over 40 vendors including members of the Hudson Valley Etsy Team (Pulp Sushi, Beyond The Picket Fence and LexieJewel) will be onsite as will a cash bar for those of age (festival is 18+, sorry kids). Admission is $5.00 and the proceeds go to the Hudson Valley Renegades Pitch For Kids Fund.

You can check out the facebook page here http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Fishkill-NY/The-Second-Annual-Hudson-Valley-Social-Pariah-Festival/187528347295?ref=ts


Saturday, March 27, 2010 Second Annual Hudson Valley Social Pariah Festival Holiday Inn 542 Rte. 9, Fishkill, NY. 11 AM-9 PM

It's been a LONG time!

but I am trying to get back into the swing of things. I pretty much overextended myself this past year and have had no time for anything but producing and selling :(

However, that being said...I have 2 shows this weekend!! So right now, and until Monday (or next Saturday) when I have time, this is my life:


I will post more about my shows later this week!!

Tuscan Dream!

Well, here it is! It is pretty basic, but it is strong!

I went with the Tuscan theme...but loved the Orange ideas, and the French Star was a GREAT suggestion! I was tempted to change my mind at the last min, but I will be good! If I don't I will change it a million times ;)

The soap isn't listed in my shop yet, but it is available...I will be listing it tomorrow morning!

Thanks for all the help everyone and...

www.christiecottage.etsy.com

your FREE bar will be in the mail ASAP!!

Things are GROWING!!!

Here are just a couple reasons why I love summer!

This year my backyard neighbor came and cut almost all of my lilacs down...hopefully they will grow back!? but at least I still had a couple

Usually this spot is shrouded with the lilacs! Oh well, it is still a great little spot in our yard. Our little city oasis!

My husband picked these out a couple years ago. We were shocked at how they multipied this year....

...and of course my Topsy Turvey! This thing is so cool! It is much bigger now (I just haven't gotten any pics in awhile) I can't wait to see what happens when the tomatoes get bigger!

Our daily storm

It is getting a little old. It has rained almost everyday for the entire month of June! It doesn't rain all day, but it is mostly overcast, and we get at least one good hit at some point. I caught the storm coming in last night.

At least it was pretty!

My new soap needs a name!

I am looking for a name for my new soap...

Anise and Orange w/ french green clay.

It is perfect for oily skin! It is a muted green color (I will try to get a picture tonight)

Any thoughts??? whoever comes up with the perfect name wins a free bar!!

(remember to leave an email so I can contact you if you win!)

Great Blog Giveaway!!

She is giving away a handmade credit/buisness card holder!!

http://4madbirds.blogspot.com/2009/05/post-and-follow-win.html

Hurry!!! The winner will be picked on the 31st of May!!!