Two Great People

Adoption is a wonderful cause, and hits close to home with some of my relatives being adopted and having gone through the adoption process. It is however a long and very expensive process, that is why two great women that I "know" are hosting online blog auctions to help raise money for two separate families to reach their dream of adopting a child.

Won't you help to?

Alissa over at Rags to Stitches Boutique is raising money for the Miller's adoption titled "The Paxton Project."

There are three baskets to pick from, all you need to is donate $5 and you can be entered to win one of the baskets (your choice) - how great is that!
The Giveaway runs through Friday, March 4.
Read the Miller's Story
Betsy over at The Dainty Daisy is hosting an online auction for her sister and her husband. The project is titled "Bring my Nephew Home" You NEED to go over there and see all the great items that are up for auction - but just don't bid on the ones I want, ok?

There are items ranging from photo sessions, to Crochet items for you and your little one, to jewelry and even Red Wings Tickets!

The Auction starts on Sunday March 6, and runs through Saturday March 12. It is an awesome cause that you will want to be involved with.

Jason & Jill's Story

Adoption pulls at my heart strings for sure. What pulls at yours?

Want to Win?

Because of the outpouring of love and comments about my new items (THANK YOU! I am blushing!) I have decided to give one of each away!

So here it is the...

GIVEAWAY INFO!

There will be TWO winners - One will get a wristlet and one will get an earwarmer. Random.org will choose who gets what and who wins!

Go to my Facebook page (You have to comment there) and leave a comment telling me what color you would pick if you win!

(look for this picture on Facebook and comment below it!)

**Bonus entry - Post about this giveaway (linking to my page) on YOUR facebook page!

Giveaway ends Thursday at noon CST. Good luck!

New Items!

I have been hinting about these new items on Facebook all weekend (are you a fan? If not, why not???) and finally they are here! Some are headed to Heilman's for instant pick up, and others are "ready to ship" from my Etsy shop. And as always custom orders are available!

Enjoy!

Flower Earwarmers

For those not wanting a hat but still wanting a cute and warm way to cover their ears! It is wide enough to cover your ears without being to overpowering. There is a button closure on the back side.

One size fits average woman's head.

The second item is equally as exciting but more much aimed at spring!

Wristlet/Clutch

The perfect accessory for a night out! Whether it's out on the town for a girls night or a date night with that special someone these are perfect.

Fully lined with a cute fabric and quited fabric for thickness. A zipper closer and a strap to carry it. The outside is soft from the yarn and adorned with a cute little flower.

Size - approx. 8 1/2 inches wide by 5 1/2 inches tall.

Aren't they just adorable? They would be great for a birthday gift, bridesmaid gift - and many more!

What is your favorite color?

Love is...

Having a husband that puts up with...

... yarn all over the house

... searching Michaels and Hobby Lobby for that "just-right" color

... listening to me endlessly chatter about crocheting

... having to critique my work, and does so carefully

... the fashion show every time I make something new

Thank you for all you do hubby.

Love you, today and always.

Giveaways!

So I have two giveaways going on right now!

I am so excited about February and the things that I get to be a part of - and this is a great way to kick it off.

You can win a Brimmed Hat and Neckwarmer set over at Wild Hearts Photography! Along with MANY other items she has over there.

And Gussy sews is having Giveaway DAY! Every hour today a new giveaway is posted and you have until Wednesday to comment and have a chance to win. So fun that I get to be involved with this awesome day! Be sure to check out ALL the items - but here is the link to mine.

Something diane made giveaway

You will have the chance to win a his & hers set - Perfect for Valentine's!

Good Luck! And be sure to stick around - February has some other "free" items coming :)

Have you ever won anything?

Live in West Michigan?

Well, if you do you are probably still digging out from the massive snowstorm (jealous, by the way!). But I also want to let you know some exciting news!

You can now buy something diane made hats and neckwarmers straight off the shelves at Heilman's Nuts & Confections. They have so graciously allowed me to put my items in their already super tasty store. It's a great way to see some of my items first hand and to find the correct size so you can place a custom order!

So stop on in - try on a hat, and I dare you not to buy some chocolates or nuts! PLUS, their coffee is always on the house.

Heilman's is located at 1804 S. Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo. (The corner of Howard St. and Westnedge, across the street from the Chicken Coop).

Want to see some of the hats that are there? Ok, here goes!

size small:

size medium:

size large:

Make sure to stop in a see them - they are a wonderful little local place in Kalamzoo.

What are your favorite local places?

Tiny Emaly Rose

My cousin's girlfriend had her baby premature about 2 weeks ago. This beautiful little girl came into the world at 2 lbs. 13 oz. When my aunt asked me to make her a hat, I was so honored but had no idea how to make one that small!

And my first try, was actually too small :) Not sure how I did that!

Here is the too small one

Here is the second try, that fit perfectly!

Isn't she just precious?