Teresa Sheeley

Original Graphics Pack For Sale

Offered for the very first time are 25 of my original graphics in a cd package available for you to use for your personal use.  Sometimes you may need a graphic for a special present, a new business card, or maybe for scrapbooking.  All I ask in return is that you please do not use for commercial use, please keep it for personal use and web/graphic design only, and not to resale.  Please feel free to use if you are a banner designer, or website designer. 

All 25 original graphics for $100

 
 

Buy Now ~ and graphics will be delivered on a CD/DVD to your home.  Graphics will not be sent through email at this time.   Also available through my Etsy shop. 

 

When I started blogging, I shamefully admit that it was to draw attention to what I was doing at the time.  I think I was after praise, and to be found {recognized}.  Then I was thinking about now, today, have I changed I asked myself?  A part of me humbly thinks I got caught in the trap of filling my pride with getting attention for what I do.  My sister always has told me, do not pray for things you want like that, it's prideful, you should pray for people, and not your selfish desires.  She is wise, I everyday pray for my family, I do pray for things we need help with, because God is big, he can help.  Anyway, off track, okay, so my point is I want to not have this blog for a prideful reason.  And if you are starting a blog, ask yourself that key question, am I doing this for attention, popularity, recognition, to be one of those popular blogs?  Or I am doing this to be helpful, to help people along with things, and to share, share the gifts God has given me to show you His glory, not mine.  Does that make sense?

I want this space to be about sharing; not about being the top notch hot diggity dog blog.  I am not after that.  And if you catch me doing it, tell me, knock me own a peg or two.  It's not only that I want to share my artwork, and to share things I create to make a living through Etsy, but I want it to be about sharing, and teaching things.  Like, please, most anyone can make a ruffle towel, because I have been copied, so hey, it's not that special; or sketching, watercolors, people are out there doing these things daily.  But, God gave me the opportunity to be able to share and teach.  Here is a sampling of what touched me while reading this blog, which has quickly become one of my favorite sayings.

"Proud people have a drive to be recognized and appreciated…broken people have a sense of their own unworthiness; thrilled that God would use them at all." 

This certainly hit me between the eyes.   The broken attitude is one I would much rather have.  That God would use me at all, that is if you let him.  If you can break away from wanting to be recognized and appreciated long enough to hear what God is using you for then you can be on the right path. 

Love is patient. Love is kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. Love does not demand it’s own way. Love is not irritable, and it keeps no record or when it has been wronged. It is never glad about injustice, but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance. … There are three things that will endure — faith, hope, and love — and the greatest of these is love. 1 Corinthians 13: 4-7,13

What a beautiful scripture.  Share your love and goodness today. :)

rosette madness

What does one do when sick in bed?  Why you make rosettes and go mad! 

Seriously I have absolutely no clue how to make these.  I just grabbed some fabric, twisted, and shaped, and folded, and well you get the idea.

Then when you are finished with that, you crochet some wrist warmers and add crocheted rosettes to them too. 

Well you get the picture, I hate being sick, and when I am I must keep my hands moving, even if the rest of me can't.    And yes, I am mad for ruffles and roses!  :)

the flu

I  suppose it was just a matter of time, for my turn to catch the flu.  Basically I was a shut-in, just venturing to the grocery store, post office, etc.  Really didn't take much time to be around people.   But now I am teaching the little ones, it was bound to happen "germs".    I don't really even mind I feel crappy, I love working with the young ones so much, Iwill suffer the consequences of not getting a flu shot. 

Sorry, my orders are going to be running late now; can't work on those towels at the moment;  this is one  of those I don't feel like moving much kind of  flu.  I am sitting here with my laptop, a fever, a dog, a cat, and a glass of water nearby.  I managed  t0  squeeze in making a new banner {surprise,surprise}, and found a new music sharing site, so now I have a new mix on the blog with a new player. 

Off to sleep.  Take care of yourselves, this is nasty stuff  going around.

 

girls night out ~ the cowgirl way

Hanging out at the winery with a jam packed crowd for Ladies Night, looking at great jewels and drinking yummy wine.

 
Meet Colette the creator of Giddyup Tailored Western Wear.  She has the greatest jewelry and t-shirts, bags, and chunky earrings and bracelets.  Not to mention her custom cowgirl coutour wear.  You should see the rings this girl has ~ just gorgeous.  Colette is beautiful, and is a master of fashion.  I wish there had been enough room to show you her full oufit she was wearing.  She knows how to pull fashion together, and topped with her creations, it was just cowgirl sexy.  :) 

 

Oh so cool.

 

Meet Britt Jess.  And please, check out that necklace!!  Love it, as I do all of Britt's collection.  I bought a necklace and a bracelet from her a few years ago.  She also can be seen at the Farm Chick show.  She is adorable.  Her business if called Cowgirl Friend Jewelry!

Me, trying to get to Britt's table.  It was super crowded, and you could linger and look at Britt's jewels all night.  Each custom made by her.  And I love, love her t-shirts.  The cardigan tee she is wearing is for sale, she adorns it with a beautiful concho belt.  Just gorgeous. 

My sister and our friend Wendy, hanging out, having fun.  There was another vendor behind them, that I couldn't get close enough for a photo, but her name is Nancy Philips, Designs by Goldilocks.  Beautiful work. 

My buddies, Heidi, Leanne, and Vicky, who I accidentially cut off.  It was so hard to take photos because it was crowded.  Most of them didn't even turn out as my lens doesn't do well with close up shots, and I was right on top of everything.  Hmm, someone needs a new lens for Christmas. :)  It was great getting out and enjoying the local fun.  If you are inclined to buy wine online ~ I really recommend the To Di For - Lula 2008 from Rockwall Cellars.  It is sooo good, smooth, and tasty.  Trust me, if you love wine you must try some from Rockwall! 

farm table

I love my farm table.   It's 7.5 feet long; it's beat up and heavier than you can imagine.  Actually it didn't start out as a farm house table; it was a work table from the U.S. Forest Service.  It goes great with my Alcatraz chair.  Hmm, vintage US Government goods seem to be a trend for my house.   Anyway, I love my big 'ol table; and thanks to Tara's blog post yesterday, I am also leaning towards the "farmhouse" look.  It fits me, now all I need are  some chickens, hogs, and cows. :)  We actually talked about getting those critters yesterday, but you see, I have an attachment problem, so raising them for food, yeah, I don't think I could do it.  They would all have names, and I would play with them, so a farmer for being self-sufficient  I am probably not.  However, I could do horses, goats, sheep, and laying hens.  
 

Bless the Vets ~ & Winners

Blessings to all our Veterans out there on this day; their day.  This is my daddy; circa 1940's; WWII serviceman.  He passed away when I was 5.  From my sisters telling me and my mom; he did have a bit of fallout from the war.  Thunderstorms seemed to scare him.  They must sound a lot like bombs.  Poor Daddy, I wish I could have been able to sit and talk with you about it, maybe that day in heaven.  :)

Now for the MOLESKINE WINNERS.....

#1 - Colour a Month Daily Planner in 12 notebooks -CARMEN DONOWHO

#2- Set of (2) Notebooks in the new colours - LORRIE

#3- Reporter Journal -LULUSPARKLES

#4-Small Ruled Notebook with 192 pages - DEB

#5-Desktop Calendar - KRISZTINA FURDUI

So there you go ladies!! :)  Please email me tsheeley@gmail.com with your mailing address so you can receive your goodie. 

Thanks so much everyone for playing along with me & Chronicle Books! 

 
  "You're blessed when you get your inside world—your mind and heart—put right. Then you can see God in the outside world.    ~ Matthew 5:8 {The Message}

Just something to think about. 

holiday designs

Whew ~ finally finished up my holiday designs.   I hope you enjoy them, and if they should by chance end up in your home, I wish and hope  they bring you much joy. 

 

the Madonnas

be of good cheer..

peace

 

and last year's favorites...

Thank you for stopping by; it always just makes me smile.  Keep entering for the Moleskine give away, I will keep it open until Wednesday.  Thank you to all the new friends who have visited. :)  It's great to meet you! 

I will have these towels listed in Etsy soon; sometime today, and also the Madonna on burlap will be available exclusively in my Etsy shop.  

Blessings to you all!
 

moleskine love part deux - GIVE AWAY

Remember a while back I had a post about how much I love moleskines?  Well, in my mailbox the other day came these wonderful  Moleskine products from Chronicle Books, from them to you; and a little for me, that I kept. shhhh. :)

So I am cordially giving away....some Moleskine products.  Now understand, they are not just for sketching.  Oh no, they are for writing notes, keeping a diary, and these wonderful calendar products. 

So much fun. 

I want to spread the Moleskine love, so here is your chance of winning....

(1) Colour a Month Daily Planner in 12 notebooks!  These are really cute and colorful.

(1)  Set of 2 Notebooks in their new colour.

 

(1) Reporter Journal

(1) Small ruled notebook  ~ small but has 192 pages.

(1) Desktop Calendar ~ love this!

So there you have it ~ beautiful wonderful products from Moleskine.  Now you can be just like Hemingway, or VanGogh.   They are all packaged in plastic, just waiting for you to open them and their fresh new pages.  I cannot tell you how much I love this paper.  And you will too.

Alrighty, I am picking (1) winner for each item.  So 5 people total!!  :)  Tell your friends!  These would make great Christmas presents if you so decline to keep it for yourself.  I am so thrilled to be able to share all of these wonderful products with you.  Thank you Chronicle Books for your generosity.