Wednesday, April 30, 2014

She Was Born in August

 

Days of Change

Named after Augustus, this month is the waning summer in the north, and the herald of spring in the south. Originally, it was called Sextilis because it was the sixth month, but when the calendar received January and February, it became the eighth month. August is a month of festivals as the harvest nears in the north and the spring starts to arrive in the south.

The Personality:

She is entertaining and loves to tell jokes. She is determined and has strong leadership qualities. She is very attractive. She is suave. She cares about others. She is brave and fearless. She knows how to take care of other's feelings. She is generous. She takes a lot of pride in herself. She likes praise. She is very careful and tends to be extremely observant. She can be too cautious. She thinks things through, and she is able to think quickly when necessary. She is very independent in her thought process. She is a dreamer. She is a great friend. She cherishes her family. She is very talented in the arts.

She makes a great leader, manager or one in the public eye. She excels in music, performance, drama and literature. She is an excellent person for the medical field. She offers much to the world, and she has a natural authoritative voice. She gathers people together and easily takes charge.

The sign:

Leo and Virgo: The lion and the virgin.

 

august-peridot The Stone:

The peridot is the August birthstone. This stone is the stone of the famous. It has dignity and protection. The stone is the stone of truth, honesty and integrity. It enhances prosperity and growth.

 

 

 

 

august-glad The Flower:

Gladiolas, the flower of the gladiators, rule the month of August. It is a determined flower that offers strength of character, sincerity and generosity. The August child also is associated with the poppy. The poppy is a remembrance flower, and the golden poppy is the flower of the State of California.

 

 

The Color:

The colors yellow and orange rule the month of August bringing enthusiasm and joy to the month.

The Gifts:

KevsKrafts

I Love You Heart Desktop Shelfsitter Handmade from Oak Wood

I Love You Heart Desktop Shelfsitter Handmade from Oak Wood

specialtivity

    Orange Dreamsicle Carnelian Gemstone and Crystal Soutache Earrings

    Orange Dreamsicle Carnelian Gemstone and Crystal Soutache Earrings

    hollyknittercreations

    Handmade Yellow and Orange Mini Washcloth

    Handmade Yellow and Orange Mini Washcloth

    RSSDesignsInFiber

    Strawflower Coaster or Small Doily Pair in Yellow and Orange

    Strawflower Coaster or Small Doily Pair in Yellow and Orange

    SolanaKaiDesigns

    Lace Agate and Metallic Gold Czech 6/0 Glass Seed Bead Necklace 18.5"

    Lace Agate and Metallic Gold Czech 6/0 Glass Seed Bead Necklace 18.5"

    KatsAllThat

    Golden Quartz Pendant with Bamboo Jasper Desert Gold Nugget Necklace

    Golden Quartz Pendant with Bamboo Jasper Desert Gold Nugget Necklace

    bitspeaces

    Butterflies on cream Receiving Blanket Double Sided Over sized

    Butterflies on cream Receiving Blanket Double Sided Over sized

    bluemorningexpressions

    Orange Flower Bracelet with Purple Beads and Swarovski Crystals

    Orange Flower Bracelet with Purple Beads and Swarovski Crystals

    shymouseecrafts

    Handmade Orange Scented Candle in Amazing Glass Goblet Bright Orange

    Handmade Orange Scented Candle in Amazing Glass Goblet Bright Orange

    PrettyGonzo

      Orange Red Bracelet Coral Swarovski Crystals Glass Focal Mookaite Jade

      Orange Red Bracelet Coral Swarovski Crystals Glass Focal Mookaite Jade

      kathisewnsew

      Handbag Yellow Orange Zig Zag Pockets Crossbody Bag Purse Bright

      Handbag Yellow Orange Zig Zag Pockets Crossbody Bag Purse Bright

      LizKnijnenburg

      Antique french postcard - Woman, art deco dress,

      pattern, big ribbon, curly hair, balustrade, hand tinted, 1920

      Antique french postcard - Woman, art deco dress, pattern, big ribbon, curly hair, balustrade, hand tinted, 1920

      SewAmazin

      Ginger Orange Kitty Cat shaped padded device camera cell phone case

      Ginger Orange Kitty Cat shaped padded device camera cell phone case

      postcardsintheattic

      Vintage Linen Postcard - Night Scene - Moonlight Scene in Florida,

      showing Orange Grove across Lake Curteich 1946

      Vintage Linen Postcard - Night Scene - Moonlight Scene in Florida, showing Orange Grove across Lake Curteich 1946

      Thesingingbeader

      Orange Fire Agate Necklace Large Chunky Gemstones Gold Accents Adjusts

      Orange fire agate necklace large chunky gemstones gold accents adjusts

      AdorebyNat

      Wild Safari Animals Cupcake Toppers

      Wild Safari Animals Cupcake Toppers

      evezbeadz

      17" Orange Lily Bell Flowers Necklace

      17" Orange Lily Bell Flowers Necklace

      jnldesigns

      A Luscious Citrus Swarovski Bicone Handmade Bracelet

      A Luscious  Citrus Swarovski Bicone Handmade Bracelet

      ShadowDogDesigns

      Orange Dichroic Pendant Carnelian Handmade Necklace Swarovski Jewelry

      Orange Dichroic Pendant Carnelian Handmade Necklace Swarovski Jewelry

      TheTwistedRedhead

      Napkin Rings Handcrafted with Orange Lampwork and Blown Glass Beads

      Napkin Rings Handcrafted with Fancy Glass Beads Mixture in Orange

      Umeboshi

      Ruby Sunshine Argentium Sterling Silver Wire Wrapped Glass Pendant

      Ruby Sunshine Argentium Sterling Silver Wire Wrapped Glass Pendant

      Wyverndesigns

      Tangelo Orange Dangle Earrings

      Tangelo Orange Dangle Earrings

      Gingers-Garden

      Mandarin Mimosa Handmade Artisan Soap Orange Citrus Grapefruit Jasmine

      Mandarin Mimosa Handmade Artisan Soap Orange Citrus Grapefruit Jasmine

      Covergirlbeads

      Handmade Glass Dangle Earrings Orange Lampwork Beads Sterling Silver

      Handmade Glass Dangle Earrings Orange Lampwork Beads Sterling Silver

      walkinthewoodsllc

      Truth - a Mini Mixed Media Writing Journal

      Truth - a Mini Mixed Media Writing Journal

      jazzitupwithdesignsbynancy

      Orange Brown Lampwork Swarovski Handmade Copper Dangle Earrings

      Orange Brown Lampwork Swarovski Handmade Copper Dangle Earrings

      BeadSouk

      Oval Faceted Citrine 14mm Gemstone Sterling Bali Square Bead

      Oval Faceted Citrine 14mm Gemstone Sterling Bali Square Bead

      Notable August Babies:

      Tempestt Bledsoe, Mary-Louise Parker, Martha Stewart, Jessica Sanchez, Olivia Holt, Maureen Marcia, Marcia, Marcia McCormick, Charlize Theron, Connie Stevens, Whitney Houston, Mila Kunis, Halle Berry, Jennifer Lawrence, Rose Marie, Madonna, Angela Bassett, Amy Adams, Kristen Wigg, Tori Amos, Barbara Eden, Blake Lively, Melissa McCarthy, Eva Torres, Shania Twain, Leann Rimes and Cameron Diaz.

      The Rest of the Gifts:

      Here are the other weeks of gifts that are part of the Countdown to Mother’s Day.
      week 1
      week 2
      week 3
      week 4
      week 5
      week 6
      week 7
      week 8
      week 9

      If you want to see the rest of the months and their flowers, stones and colors, please see our From Our Hands to Yours publication on ISSUU.

      Thank you ALL for your dedication to sharing, helping, promoting, blogging and getting our gift ideas out to as many people you could. It is very much appreciated and this is what makes this a successful promotion. Happy sales to all!

      Enjoy!

      Julie and Blu

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      Tuesday, April 29, 2014

      Finding Center and Spring Flowers

      Volume 11 Issue 5, May 2014

      What's New in May?

       

      No flowers yet, but the nurseries are stocking up with big baskets of hanging

      flowers that beckon to be planted and hung on the porch. Until the last of

      May, those flowers may not survive outside, so no matter how much I want

      to buy some purple petunias, I am going to have to settle for my polymer

      ones. Rest assured, new flowers will be blooming everywhere.

       

      I did a product review for a magazine, so I got to play with some new tools.

      The result was a couple new pendants with the promise of more to come!

      They are not strung yet, but here is a sneak preview.

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      This little pendant will be strung on a cord filled with dyed agates, crackle beads, black Druk beads and more Czech beads in light blue and dark blue. It was time for a lot of color in my studio because all we’ve had is grey skies!

       

      I also crated another one that has a matching cuff bracelet, and I am

      creating a matching set of earrings of petals and leaves.

       

      www.x-stitch-patterns.com has been completely overhauled and updated.

      I have completed the transfer of the patterns to the new format, and in the

      process, I got very much into stitching again. There are a lot of new patterns

      that are on the site. I plugged my tablet in and bought a new laptop, so I

      will be concentrating on doing a lot of designing in the upcoming months.

       

      Spring is here, sort of, and we’re really ready for the warmer weather, and

      all the little ducks!

      Cellphone Charms: I am really enjoying getting some of my little charms out

      and adding them to pretty much everything! This month is was slices of pizza

      and a set of lips.

       

      Bookmarks: Since I am always reading, I started creating bookmarks

      for those of us who are bookworms.

       

      Everything is in my Artfire studio, my Etsy shop and my

      website:

      www.bluemorningexpressions.com

       

      Until next month,

      Julie & Blu

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      Things to Look Forward To:

       

      New Products:

       

      Watches: I will be doing more watches this month.

       

      Counted Cross Stitch Patterns: The site has been overhauled and there

      are now new patterns coming soon. 

       

      Necklaces: I have a lot of new necklaces in the works that are simple chains.

       

      Pushpins: Many more pushpins coming!

       

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      New Counted Cross Stitch Patterns based on photography and art. Thousands more doodles, designs, photos and art to translate to cross stitch!

      www.x-stitch-patterns.com

      Friday, April 25, 2014

      Countdown to Mother's Day Week 9


      Well, here we are. The last week of our Countdown to Mother's Day 2014! It seems like it just started! Let's take this out with a bang! Don't forget! Buy something for your mom, grandmom, auntie, sister, mom-in-law or even your BFF!   

      Don't sniff that it's over; it's only four more months until we start the Countdown to Christmas 2014!

       
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      Wednesday, April 23, 2014

      She Was Born in July

      When in Rome

      The month of July is a tribute to Julius Caesar, and it was his birth month. Great leaderships come from the July month. It brings the hottest heat to the north and the coldest cold to the south, and it is the rainiest month with the most thunderstorms. It is a wild and extreme month. Dog days of summer live in this month. It can be a volatile month. Fireworks are right at home in this month.

      The Personality:

      She is fun to be with, and she is concerned for other's feelings. She is serious, and she takes a lot of pride in herself and her appearance. She is honest. She is deep and can be hard to read. She holds her feelings close, and she is sentimental. She is very witty. She is pragmatic. She appreciates beautiful things. She is hard working, and she excels easily. She is very tactful. She is friendly and has many friends. She is a caretaker, and she loves the moody moon. She is organized, and she does well in real estate.

      She makes a great manager because she is organized. She might be a bit critical. She loves plants and tends to be a vegetarian. She loves to sing, perform or be involved in the arts. She is family oriented and loves her family. She is great in research, science and anything that brings her in contact with nature.

      The sign:

      Cancer and Leo: The crab and the lion.

      The Stone:

      july-ruby The red ruby, like the red star Regulus in the heart of the constellation Leo, belongs to the July child. The brilliant red complements her outgoing personality, and she can wear it when she is on stage. The ruby is associated with dedication, confidence, courage and happiness. The ruby generates energy for the July babe.

       

       

       

       

       

       

      The Flower:

      july-larkspur

      The laughter of the Larkspur belongs to the July baby. This pretty purple flower creates relaxed energy that the July child adores. The flower grows high in the mountains and has many little petals that make up each flower on the stem. It is a medicinal plant and is said to be able to keep witches out of the stables in Transylvania. Apparently, it has no effect whatsoever on vampires.

       

       

       

       

      The Color:

      Let's assume that red is the color of all July children. It is as powerful as the July girl is.

      The Gifts:

      specialtivity

      Ruby Red Glass Pearl White Leather Bracelet Swirling Pewter Button

      Ruby Red Glass Pearl White Leather Bracelet Swirling Pewter Button

      JRPDesigns

      Luscious red bead crochet necklace with red lampwork beads

      Luscious red bead crochet necklace with red lampwork beads

      jnldesigns

      Red, White, and Silver Interchangeable Watchband

      Red, White, and Silver Interchangable  Watchband

      SewAmazin

      Red Baseball Zipper Pouch Wallet

      Red Baseball Zipper Pouch Wallet

      KevsKrafts

      Red Rose Wall Art Decor Handmade 8 x 10 Oak Wood Flower, Frame Optional

      Red Rose Wall Art Decor Handmade 8 x 10 Oak Wood Flower, Frame Optional

      CreationsByFrannie

      Non Pierced Ear Cuff "Roses are Dainty" Cartilage Conch Cuff Silver

      Non Pierced Ear Cuff "Roses are Dainty" Cartilage Conch Cuff Silver

      hollyknittercreations

      Hand Knit Red Apple Picture Cloth

      Hand Knit Red Apple Picture Cloth

      Covergirlbeads

      Handmade Lampwork Glass Heart Beads Red Encased Jewelry Supplies 15mm

      Handmade Lampwork Glass Heart Beads Red Shiny Encased Jewelry Supplies

      Umeboshi

        Red Toes Dangling Fused Glass Jewelry Earrings Gold Filled Ear Wires

        Red Toes Dangling Fused Glass Jewelry Earrings Gold Filled Ear Wires

        TheTwistedRedhead

        Hand Made Red Reversible Fabric Beverage Coasters, Black Beads Border

        Hand Made Red Reversible Fabric Beverage Coasters, Black Beads Border

        PostcardsInTheAttic

        Roses "Your Birthday..." Early 1900s Gibson Antique Postcard

        Roses "Your Birthday..."  Early 1900s Gibson Antique Postcard

        adorebynat

        Friendship is Sewn with Love Handmade Greeting Card Floral Pattern

        Friendship is Sewn with Love Handmade Greeting Card Floral Pattern

        bitspeaces

        OTB Red and White Floral High Definition fabric Purse, Handbag

        OTB Red and White Floral High Definition fabric Purse, Handbag

        bluemorningexpressions

        Red Flower Bracelet w Red Shell Beads Green Glass Pearls Polymer

        Red Flower Bracelet with Red Shell Beads Green Glass Pearls Polymer

        KatsAllThat

        Hamilton Gold Chandelier and Siam Red Crystal Earrings

        Hamilton Gold Chandelier and Siam Red Crystal Earrings

        RSSDesignsInFiber

        Doily - 3D Red Roses on Pink Whirl - Small 3D Flower Fiber Art Decor

        Doily - 3D Red Roses on Pink Whirl - Small 3D Flower Fiber Art Decor

        Wyverndesigns

        Red Rose Heart Pendant

        Red Rose Heart  Pendant

        kathisewnsew

        Wristlet Red & Brown Floral Geometric Shapes

        Wristlet Red & Brown Floral Geometric Shapes

        PrettyGonzo

        Red White Pearl Earrings Swarovski Gold Tone Handmade Beaded Jewelry

        Red White Pearl Earrings Swarovski Gold Tone Handmade Beaded Jewelry

        ShadowDogDesigns

        Red Heart Mothers Day Handmade Earrings Crystal Butterflies Jewelry

        Handmade Heart Earrings Red Magnesite Butterflies OOAK Unique Jewelry

        evezbeadz

        Red and Black Dragonfly Czech Glass Button Necklace

        Red and Black Sunflower and Dragonfly Necklace

        Thesingingbeader

        Red Crystal Flower Earrings 14k Gold Filled Lever Backs With Gift Box

        Red Crystal Flower Earrings 14k Gold Filled Lever Backs With Gift Box

        jazzitupwithdesignsbynancy

        Elegant Victorian style Hand knit Harvest Red Ruffle edge Ladies Scarf

        Elegant Victorian style Hand knit Harvest Red Ruffle edge Ladies Scarf

        dianesdangles

        Ruby Red Faceted Glass Heart Charm Sterling Earrings

        Ruby Red Faceted Glass Heart Charm Sterling Earrings

        Notable July Babies:

        Princess Diana, Pamela Anderson, Lindsay Lohan, Ashley Tisdale, Eva Marie Saint, Gina Lollobrigida, Eva Green, Claire Holt, Michelle Kwan, Sophia Bush, Courtney Love, Sophia Vergara, Jessica Simpson, Lil Kim, Phyllis Smith, Michelle Rodriguez, Jane Lynch, Polly Bergen, Arianna Huffington, Kristen Bell, Julianne Hough, Kim Carnes, Selena Gomez, Linda Carter, Bindi Sue Irwin, Sandra Bullock, Kate Beckinsale, Martina McBride, Lisa Kudrow and J.K. Rowling

        The Rest of the Gifts:

        Here are the other weeks of gifts that are part of the Countdown to Mother’s Day.
        week 1
        week 2
        week 3
        week 4
        week 5
        week 6
        week 7
        week 8


        Stay tuned for week 9 of the Countdown to Mother’s Day 2014. The countdown opens at noon MST on Friday and ends at midnight MST on Sunday night.
        Enjoy
        Julie and Blu