Bella Bead Studio.

I just found this fabulous Etsy shop called Bella Bead Studio and these are fy faves from the shop.

Please no snow this weekend!!!!

My birthday celebration is tomorrow night at The Green Turtle but they are calling for a blizzard......I REEEEEAAAAALLLLLYYYY want to go out tomorrow night so it CAN NOT SNOW!!!!

8 Days Left to Shop~~~~

There are only 8 shopping days left, do you have all of the women on your list finished? If not hop on over to Abigail Leigh Handbags and get a fabulous purse or clutch for your friend, family member or coworker on your list.....free shipping until Sun. Dec. 20th....

How to make money on Etsy

This post on Brokelyn.com is fabulous for all of us crafters on Etsy or any other handmade selling site. It's called How to make money on Etsy and has great information and has very inspiring examples of Etsy sellers.....I'm totally imspired to get my shop slammin' so I can "sellout"...

Abby in Marian Cowl

Abby in Marian Cowl
Originally uploaded by Sara Kirby

My new cowl from the fabulous Sara Kirby......I also have 2 other goodies coming to me. A cozy had and another cowl but a little dressier and smaller.

Hand drawn, Limited-edition Agendas from Veekee!

Poppytalk featured this fabulous shop that makes hand drawn agenda books for 2010...I'm going to have to use Christmas money to get one : )

http://veekee.ca/

Kate Spade holiday looks....

These are such great outfits from the Kate Spade clothing line.......please let me win the lottery : )

This is just a fabulous green for a holiday party and the purple shoes are fab with it

I love shirts like this with a lot of ruffles, bows and extra stuff to give interest,

I'd probably wear a cardi with it for the office, maybe a great or even a muted color

So cute and proper.....I would totally wear the shoes below with it.

This is just a fun, cute dress......and love the GREEN!!!!!

Patrick Irla Jewelry

I came across this great shop on Etsy that uses lost wax casting to make the beautiful jewelry. He does everything himself and also uses green products whenever possible. Below are a few favs of mine from the shop.....

http://www.patrickirlajewelry.etsy.com/

Hydrangea Blossom and Diamond Stacking Ring $129

Sterling Silver and Black Diamond Stacking Ring $110

Japanese Maple Seed Pendant $70

Fabulous dressmaker on Etsy

I stumbled across this fabulous shop on Etsy this mornring and what caught my eye was this gorgeous dress...Sarahsevens dresses are heavenly.... http://www.sarahseven.etsy.com/ And 5% of her proceeds go to charity.

Fall Harvest.....

I'm loving the Etsy main page with Fall Harvest inspired products.....especially the shop Mireio that specializes in boutique candles, lavender pillow, and vintage inspired goods. I'm loving these acorn sachets.

www.mireio.etsy.com

Baltimore Party in the Park

This looks like a fabulous time for the whole family.....

It goes to a GREAT cause as well. Goes to The Nikki Perlow Foundation.

www.baltimorepartyinthepark.com

Baltimore Party in the Park
Padonia Park- West Picnic Area, 12006 Jennifer Road, Cockeysville, MD
Saturday, October 10, 2009* 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
$10 Adults, $5 for children 12 and under
Event Hot Line:(866) 771-3014
* Rain Date: Saturday, October 17

The Nikki Perlow Foundation was established to celebrate the life of a beautiful young 21-year old woman, Nikki Perlow, who died of an accidental overdose. Her family and friends formed this foundation to honor her memory and provide financial, logistical and emotional support to those young adults, like Nikki.

LBD HELP

Ok, so I should know what to wear with a little black dress (LBD) but I don't : ) Corinna's bachelorette party is Sat night and the dress code is a LBD, but I'm still a little sick and I'm sure it's going to be cold. I can not figure out what to wear over top to keep myself warm that will look cute since I am the only single one that's going to be there. I really don't have anything so I would have to go get something......the only think I do have is a 3/4 sleeve cardigan. Any Suggestions?!?!?!?!

New B.E.S.T. member

I'm very excited that my friend Sara is a new member of B.E.S.T (Baltimore Etsy Street Team). Check her out at:

www.sarakirbydesigns.etsy.com
www.thejewelerstype.blogspot.com


I hope to become one soon : ) Crossing fingers!!!!!!

David Cook

So, tonight I get to see my boyfriend in concert!!!!! I'm super excited......I kept watching American Idol b/c of David Cook. That was the first season I watched and I thought he was so hot I kept watching, even before his "hollywood make over". One day we will be together, lol....

I'm another Market member

I'm so excited for myt shop to be a part of another Market on http://www.1000markets.com/. This one is called Handmade Haven.....there are so many fabulous shops in that market.

http://www.1000markets.com/groups/handmadehaven

I'm in a MARKET

I'm so excited that I am now in the Wear It Out market on 1000 Markets where I have one of my shops.......Stop by the market and check out mine and the other fabulous shops!!!!!! I'm so excited about how great my handbags are doing and how much everyone loves them....I even had a blind date this weekend and he was very impressed with my bag and that I do that...

http://www.1000markets.com/groups/wearitout

www.1000markets.com/shops/abigailleigh

Crafty Bastards....

o, excited b/c Sara and I got an invitation to the Crafty Bastards DC Volunteer Party next Thursday. It's in DC at Asylum...woooo hoooo a DC adventure to come!!!!

The Stella Clutch!!!

This is my latest bag called The Stella Clutch. The pattern is not mine, I just got it on Etsy yesterday. Fabulous!!!!! More bags to come as I make them.

Yoga

I tried Bikram Yoga before and was not too excited to go back.....but last night I went to another yoga studio that was fab!!!! It's www.lifelinepoweryoga.com in Towson, MD right off the circle by the mall. This was still a very hot room but not as hot as Bikram. I am def going to keep going to this class. I am soooo sore even my abs are very sore. That is a good sign : )

Followers

Wow, I have 9 followers now : ) I need to up my anti on here......well I'm trying to figure out some new styles so that may be coming in the near future. Maybe a small wallet, checkbook cover and a new bag style. I also have so many plans for the next 2 months, so I will be posting about everything.

The 3/50 project

I love this idea....brilliant : )

Ravens Training Camp

Every year from now to the end of Aug the Baltimore Ravens have training at McDaniel College (I still call it Western Md College). This year I finally went and I don't even like football, lol. Here are just a few of my pics from that day.

There's Ray Lewis on the left

Heap & Flacco

Flacco

Shellie Bag w/ zipper

Whew, was this a tough one to make. I have a pounding headache from this thing. These people all want to give me a challenge, lol. Enjoy....

Sewing, sewing, sewing this past weekend

So, I had a table at a fundraising event in Hampstead this past weekend and of course I waited to the last minute. Here are some pics of preparing and the event.

I didn't sell anything, but I did get an order today from someone that was there, yippee.

Last Minute Lucy

So, I get myself into sticky situations b/c I'm such a procrastinator......I'm going to have a table at this Children Helping Children event on Sun and I have 4 large bags, 2 small bags and 4 wristlets made. I have everything cut out, interfaced and magnetic clasps put in to make 9 more large bags and 5 more small bags. The only thing I need to do is fold in and sew the straps together, add my labels and pockets, and sew the bags together. Sounds like a lot? Yeah, it does. I'm hoping to get most of that finished tonight. I have to "bust a move" if I want to get that done. I want to go to Artscape tomorrow night, and I already have plans to go to Philly for the day on Sat with my sister and friend. So, I have tonight, tomorrow night and some on Sun morning to get this done, lol. I might have to not go to Artscape tomorrow night and just plan to go after the event on Sun. It might not be as busy then also. I'll be taking pics of the progress but probably won't post them until Mon or Tues night. tata for now, and hope to see all the locals on Sun in Hampstead.

Abigail Leigh

Children helping children fundraiser

I'm super excited to be apart of this event. The details are below:

Hampstead Fire Hall, Hampstead MD
Sun July 19th
1pm-5pm

There will be raffles, carnival games, food, craft vendors and more. This is an event that supports Share Our Strength and raises money to feed hungry children in the U.S.

Hope to see the local bloggers there.

Abby

Giveaway: Chie Mihara Marieta Sandals

Check out http://www.annesage.com/blog/2009/06/giveaway-chie-mihara-marieta-sandals.html for a fabulous giveaway.......you could win these fab sandals for the summer.

What would you wear them with?!?!?!

Flower & Jazz Festival

I set up a table wiyh my bags at the Flower & Jazz Festival in downtown Westminster at the begining of May. Here are some pics from that........And I didn't do very good at all. That's ok b/c I sell more to friends and family.

Been busy

I haven't been on here in forever.....I moved and am getting ready for a festival tomorrow in downtown Westminster. Sunday I will post somethings about my bags and what has been going on. Happy Mother's Day to all of the mothers out there!!!!

Bag for me!!!!

I got this fabric from a friend forever ago but only had enough for one bag....it's for me!!!!

The Shellie

This is my latest bag.....it's a special request for a friend that wanted something to carry her things to work in style. She wanted me to name it after her too, hehe.

Bags for the Grove girls

These are 2 bags that I made for my mom's friend and her daughter.....

They must be an animal loving family, hehe. Hope they enjoy their bags.