Eileen is not only one of my favorite crafters, she is my sister-in-law. I have every confidence that she will exceed each and every goal that she has established for herself because she is persistent and consistent. She is a true and living example of how you can change your love for a art or craft that you know little to nothing about into an expression joy - if you will simply stick with it.One of the disciplines that I loved during my formative years was finding beautiful cards and stationary and writing letters or notes to people to help them commemorate holiday’s and special events. In fact, just like I did when I was a teenager, every time I get a letter with my name and address hand written on it I actually get excited. I know that the sender of that letter is someone who put forth deliberate effort to let me know that they were thinking about me and wanted me to know it.I actually have a small collection of cards that I cherish and pull out several times a year to read over again and again when I’m feeling less that loved, appreciated, beautiful. . . . There is magic in sending cards to people you love that simply doesn’t exist to the same degree as sending and receiving e-messages.Think of it this way, a lot of people send flowers and spend money commemorate special events. But, less than a dozen people for every 100 people you know are likely to take the time to sit down and think of something nice or poetic to say. Very few people make themselves use their best penmanship so that the recepient can read the words and feel the love with which they were written. Very few people, actually purchase a stamp to put on a card then put the card in a mail box so that it will be hand delivered t with bills and advertising literature and actually brighten someone’s day. A hand crafted and hand written card means a lot. People may easily forgets who brought food, or gave them money or even came to your special events. But, a tangible memento to commemorate special moments of your life can be cherished for ever.Eileen is having an amazing sale on her hand crafted cards. She is selling six hand crafted cards of your choice for only $12.00. That’s only $2.00 each for a hand crafted master piece that the recipient will be delighted to receive. Go to www.craftykards.blogspot.com to check out a sampling of Eileens work. If you don’t see what you’re looking for send her a message. She will be happy to craft a few cards especially for you. 

Stef - N - Ty

Since 1992 the Stef-n-Ty clothing design team have been creating and marketing one of a kind apparel to the delight of many upscale dressers. Upscale meaning men and women who enjoy looking polished as well as edgy, urbane, chic. . . . And, who by all means are proud to be individuals.

Their signature style is an intriguing blend of what was and a glimpse of what is to come. Their wares are for people who are not ashamed or afraid to express how the feel via their appearance. If you are soulful, artsy, intuitive, spiritual. . . you will especially appreciate the creative vibe you experience just being in the presance of their wares. one of the best features of Stef-n-ty designs is that every piece is created by hand and unique.

They do not use cookie cutters to create their wares. They are not limited by gender or size either. Through any of their lines you may notice several similar shapes, similar fabrics and similar embellishments, but never a prescise combination of the same anything. How's that for customized? If unique is what you seek, you will be delighted with their offerings. And, just in case what you want is not redily available, Stef will be happy to work with you in bringing what you imagine to life. Their mission is to delight you to the point that you too will do the Stef-n-Ty happy dance.

If you'd like to learn more about this incredible team, listen to an interview we conducted with them on NeedleArtist and Crafters on BlogTalkRadio. 

Andrea