i made up some perfume oils last night. They smell sooo yummy. I made a vanilla lace one that is just heavenly. I love vanilla everything. I am going to do some patchouli vanilla tonight. I am hoping to get my essential oils in on Monday. That would be great because I have Tuesday off so I can make up some of my essential oils. I love working with essential oils alot, so this is going to be a real treat.. LOL... Anyway. If you are interested in a perfume oil, just give me a shout. I have all kinds of fragrances and have access to just about anything.

I finally got these listed on Etsy. I have had them done forever, but never got around to taking pictures. I have about 50 more hats to list.. LOL I will be doing that this week hopefully..

I was a busy fool last night trying to catch up on orders. I made a ton of White Tea and Ginger Body Butter. I have an order for 40 8 ounce jars and 20 4 ounce jars of Amber Musk, White Tea and Ginger and Vanilla Lace.. I have the Amber Musk and the Green Tea and Ginger done already. THANK GOD!! All I have left for today is the Vanilla Lace. I listed all the extras on Etsy last night, so if anyone wants some, just click on my store. It is really yummy.

I already have the Nag Champa finished. The Patchouli is done and all the extras are up as well. The sandalwood is dreamy. The http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=19329040 is a must for anyone who likes patchouli. If you like fruity, my pearberry apple is devine...

I have some 2, 4, and 8 ounce jars left of most. I also got some foil sample packets to fill with small bits of left overs. i thought it would be nice to send some samples along with orders as a promo.. Kind of a pain to fill, but they are cool once done. You know those sample packets that you have to rip the top to get the sample shampoos out. That is what these are.. LOL

Just to clear up any misconceptions.. This is Body Butter.. Not a cream or lotion. It does NOT contain any water. This is made from pure oils. It is thick and super moisturizing. Meaning.. It does have a greasy feel to it. It dissipates relatively quickly, but if you are looking for a watery cream.. this is NOT for you.

I use my butters on my dry elbows and feet. I put a pair of cotton socks on before bed and by the time I get up my tootsies are sooosoooo soft.. Anyway. I am watching Titanic so I gotta get off here. Ship is taking off and I haven't had my coffee yet.. LOL

WOW.. yesterday was a pita.. I busted butt at work. I have never realized how many people we have around here that just plain do not know how to drive. Sheesh.. One would think they all failed Drivers Ed and just screwed their way into a license.. Okay.. so that probably wasn't very nice, but dang it. The stupidity just amazes me.. ARG!!!

So.. I needed some relaxation when I got home, so I whipped up some Nag Champa Body Butter. I have the 8 ounce listed in my Etsy Shop. I have a few 4 ounces and a few 2 ounce to list yet. I am going to have my amber musk and patchouli done tonight. I gotta get on it. Only 5 more days til my big order needs to be shipped. I am hoping to have at least 5 of each left over for my Etsy shop. Cross your fingers.. LOL

It is time for me to get my butt in gear and get ready for work. Chat later..

Okay.. so you totally have to see these videos my daughter took of her freaky little kitten.. LOL His name is Cody and he actually fetches.. LOL Serious. the first one is really funny. the second one shows him actually dropping a ball in her hand.. So freaking cute.. LOL Disregard her messy bedroom.. LOL


I joined a group to learn how to use my paint shop pro x2 program.. Difficult bugger to learn on your own. LOL This group is fantastic. You have to do tutorials on each step and it is a great learning experience. I have 3 to do tonight, so I am off to get that done before I go to bed. I am pretty tired, so I really am not sure if I will get all 3 done, but I will give it a shot. LOL

Here is another one of my favorite Etsy shops. These cuties were made by Sara from
Momwithahook. Sara makes the cutest stuff. She has a ton of fantastic patterns in her shop. Go check her out!Now this stuff is freaking great!!! She has the coolest felted items.. Marie of Poshplushies is one creative lady..

Time for a few more of my favorite sellers on Etsy.

This absolutely stunning Mossy Green Agate and Rhyolite Necklace can be found in Christinas store. Christinashandmades has the most beautiful jewelry..

These are so clever.. This three Piece Snack Set Bag-It, Bag-It Jr, Wrap-It Bright Flowers can be found at the Hippiefairylover Etsy shop. She also makes jar covers for Kombucha and Kefir making. Very cool.. I have some of those cap it covers..

Okay.. so you have to admit.. These are sooo freaking cute.. I love them.. the stunning Miss Kelly from KreatedbyKelly
makes the cutest button creations. She has snap clips, button bouquets, rings, patchwork clothing.. Gosh.. There is just so much talent in the shop. You have to see it all...

Okay.. so another favorite shop is Aurorasgarden. Miss Libby makes the best darn plus sized patchwork clothing.. Her bloomers are the best. I have been wearing my alot.. I mean alot.. and they are just like new still. She makes the best french seams ever.. LOL

Okay.. that is all I have time for tonight. I really gotta finish labeling some of my products. I have a HUGE order going out tomorrow. I listed some of the left overs in my Etsy shop. Go take a look..

I wanted to share one of my purchases with you all. Okay.. so her picture is on top and my crappy one is on the bottom.. LOL

anyway... This little coin purse is sooooo incredible. I love it. I purchased it on Etsy from Alliebeans store. She has some of the most incredible items so go check her out.

I want to take a few minutes to feature some of my favorite sellers.. so.. prepare yourself for some really kick butt handmade items.. all found on Etsy!



This gorgeous apron is made by the incredible Bert from McVilleCreations.. She makes the coolest bags too.. Wheel chair bags are an unfortunate necessity, and she makes killer ones too.. Go check her out..



This GORGEOUS Ocean Love Necklace and Earring set is made by Vayda from Hippiheaven. She makes reusable eco friendly coffee filters as well as many other wodnerful creations..



Now here is some great patchwork. This fabulous mesanger bag was created by the lovely Miss Minde from TwoSoulsEarthThreads on Etsy. She makes amazing skirts, dresses, hoodies and all kinds of stuff for everyone. I am pretty sure she does customs too... YAY!!



My last feature for now (gotta get some cleaning done.. LOL) is from the Lovely Lacy from BlissKitty. She makes the coolest wraps for dreadheads as well as those of you with super long locks. She spins her own yarn and makes lots of really cool felted wool stuff. Can cozies and bottle cozies.. Plus a ton of other stuff.. Not to mention she has the cutes little boy named Elijah.. LOL He is just to cute for words..

Okay.. I really gotta get moving today. I have lots of stuff to get done. I have jerky in the dehydrator that needs to be flipped, dishes that have got to get done, labels need to be printed for some of my products waiting to be listed on Etsy in my shop. I also have to get reaquainted with my stupid vaccuum cleaner.. I think I may have forgotten how to use that puppy.. LOL Have a great day..

I have been busy this weekend making body butter base. I spent all Friday evening making my base. 27 pounds of it.. LOL It was fun and I love making it..

Saturday night I spent it customizing 2 batches.. YUMMY.. This stuff is not super thick like some.. You know those ones that never seem to come out of the container without breaking a nail.. LOL I just hate those kind.. This one is super creamy and it literally melts immediately upon touching it. It is soooo super to use. A little goes a long way..

I listed these 2 in my Etsy store
The one above is Pearberry Apple.. What a lovely scent. It isn't to strong, but strong enough that I can still smell it on my skin after 6 hours. It is faint, but still there. My elbows are soooo soft.. LOL

Now this one.. It is called Orange Enlighten.. It is a dreamy light scent that is almost oriental. Mystical.. The orange is the strongest smell, but you can smell hints of floral in it too. Very feminine..

Go check out my store if you are interested..

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! I cannot believe a full year has passed already. It just doesn't seem like I accomplished a thing this past year. So... My goal is to get moving and be a bit more productive. I also want to get the house in order and get things more organized so that I can be more productive.

Okay.. so I didn't go out and "Party" last night. I stayed home and watched movies and then watched the big apple on TV. I never get tired of watching it. I hope that you all had a wonderful evening and I will check in with you all later.

I have to say.. I really truely love Etsy.. however... over the course of 2 months, I have had a couple sellers that really flaked out on me. Etsy doesn't allow a "bad trader/seller" list as it is considered "calling out".. But.. nothing says I cannot list it here right??

So.. the first trader made good with my trade items.. She redeemed herself by adding a few extras to the package which was a nice gesture. She also made sure to let me know that the package was mailed and gave me a tracking number.. So.. I will not list her here because she did end up making good even though it was 64 days before I got my items..

The second trader.. I have no problem mentioning her here.. TRADERS BEWARE!! holidayprimitives is a BAD BAD BAD trader.. I have tracked almost all her feedback only to find that her items are NEVER recieved in less than 3 to 4 weeks. I have been waiting 19 days. The only contact she has made was after I filed a complaint with Etsy. And that was just to say.."It was mailed.. I can't control the post office".. Well... Seems all her packages are delayed by the post office. Apparently they don't like her because they keep holding her packages for 3 weeks.. LOL So.. Please.. if you trade with her, DO NOT SEND ITEMS TO HER UNTIL AFTER YOU HAVE RECEIVED YOURS.. It is not cool to have to say that, but.. she is rude and others need to know that she doesn't seem to care about her customers..

Hi all.. Here are a few banners I have whipped together for Tamaras Etsy store.. She is just getting back to starting up.. YAY for Tamara..Here is her link, so go to Etsy and check her out and watch for new creations.... http://HippieStarDotCom.etsy.com
Okay.. Here it is.. Let me know what you think. For a starter, it isn't to bad.. I think it is kinda cute.. LOL
Here is a second one..
third one..
Details.. Font.. Lynda thin size 24 Western Bold

I wanted to share with you all.. I have been in love with "Moo Cards" forever. Cute.. And a great addition to packages.. If don't properly, you could use them as a cute hang tag on your products after they are wrapped in tissue paper and such..

Anyway.. I found a gal on Etsy ..... CraftyChefGraphics.etsy.com ..... that designs them as a standard postcard...There are 10 designs on the card and you have them printed and cut them yourself.. A utility knife and ruler would work perfectly. Well.. I purchased her listing and she was sooo fast.. Bought it one day.. the next I had my proof and got my final design today.. NICE!!! I figure I will order them from Vistaprint since that is where I get my business cards..

So.. If you are thinking of having moo type cards, check her out.. You can get 1000 of them for way less than the price of 100. You just need to ues a little elbow grease.. LOL

Wild Honeysuckle

Hot Chocolate Milk

Lemon Lime

Dragons Fire

Here are my latest soaps.. They all are to die for and are all in my Etsy store.. There is a link to the left if you are interested.. Lots of goodies to see there.. Okay.. Back to the soap pot.. I have Nag Champa and Victorian Rose cooking.. LOL

So.. coming up I have Victorian Rose, Nag Champa, Storm Watch, and Amber Musk.. YUMMY bunch of soaps for ya.. Most will be ready on Monday.. I am hoping to get soaping time tomorrow.. I have some fragrance that smells just like the wintermint lifesavers that I would like to get made up. That one is my all time FAVORITE.. YUM!!

So.. as you know i am picking up my new ride today.. YAY!!! About time too.. so.. I thought I would post a picture for you all to enjoy.. Here she is..

Course if they would move that darned Escalade, you could see her better.. LOL

Okay.. seriously.. I am going to pick up my new car today. I have this thing for not being willing to spend all that money for a "brand newoff the lot" vehicle.. I just think it is a waste of money.. You drive it off the lot and immediately lose $3000.00 on its value.. I think it is just plain dumb.. Anyway.. I finally decided... I am signing the papers on a 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan STX at 10 am.. It is going to be great to be driving my own vehicle again.. The kids car is just to damn small...

I will take some pictures and post them after i pick it up..

OMG!! I have to share what I ordered for the kids for Christmas... You are just going to die.... LOL My eldest wanted a sock monkey for so long.. I could have made them, but why when I found this wonderful seller on ETSY... Yep.. You cannot get any better than these..

Pictures are copyrighted to puncezilla (please do not use them as your own)

So.. The top one with the blue hair is for Brittni.. The one with the lightest hair (middle 2nd photo) is for Katie since she is blonde.. Coutrney is getting red/orange haired one(first in second photo) since she is my Earthy girl.. and Macky is getting the bright one with the red hair( last one in second photo). That one just suits her.. LOL So there you have it.. You have got to order one of these.. I bought the first one and then thought to ask if she did customs.. Yep.. she was incredible about making the other 3 for me and her shipping was sooo freaking fast.. Holy crap... They were here weeks before I expected them...

Here is her link... http://puncezilla.etsy.com

i am in the final phase of my wax and wick testing. I have it perfect now.. LOL YAY!!! I plan to have some up in my Etsy store (link on sidebar) this weekend. I made a ton on them. Some are left overs from a custom order I did. Guess I measured a bit off.. LOL

For candles coming up I have Patchouli, Sandalwood, Blueberry muffin, strawberry, storm watch, dragons blood, vanilla sugar cookie, orange enlighten, enlighten, orange creamsickle, spiced apple, butter creme, and cranberry.. They all smell so yummy..

I did a custom for 10 each of strawberry, cranberry, butter creme, spiced apple, blueberry muffin, vanilla sugar cookie, and orange enlighten. $420.00 total, so I probably made about $325.00 after supplies but before the time it took to make and label them. I was pleased.. LOL

I did get my Peach Passion and Papaya Waterlily with safflower soaps listed today. The papaya waterlily smells so heavenly.. I cannot compliment it enough.. Safflower is supposed to be good for fevers and menstrual cramps.. Hmm.. I will have to try it out. LOL

The peach passion is much lighter than I intended, but still smells great. Just lighter than I normally scent them. This will be good for those who do not like strong fragrances.

Keep watching for new products. I have some of my solid lotion sticks, lip balms, lip tints, and solid perfume coming up soon.. i am also working on getting some room sprays and body sprays up. Gota get moving with christmas coming up so fast.. LOL

Update.. No new car yet. I am being told that I am to picky, but.. I just want the right vehicle.. Wish I had the money to by a hybrid, but htat just isn't in the cards with our other plans..

New soaps almost ready for selling... I have been sniffing them all night. LOL All of them should be ready by next week. The Peach Passion will be ready Friday, but prolly won't list it until this weekend. I am hoping to get some others made up this weekend. I only have a few weeks left before Christmas and I have 22 gift baskets to make up for family and friends. Just plain not enough time..

Dragons Fire, Milk Chocolate, Wild Honeysuckle, Lemon Lime, Peach Passion and Papaya Waterlily with safflower petals are the ones that are close to being ready..

I have Patchouli, Nag Champa, Sandalwood, and a few others that will be ready the following week. I am trying to get so that I have 5 or 6 soaps ready each week. If anyone has a request, just give a shout. I would be happy to make some for ya..

Okay.. I am off to bed. Lots of stuff on my plate for tomorrow. I gotta get on the ball and get a vehicle by next weekend. Driving the kids car is making me crazy. It is a nice car, but so inconvenient having to "share".

Okay.. so I am now back from test driving a couple more cars.. Here are the results.

Ford Escape. Uncomfortable leather seats and my cheeks were frozen within minutes. It will take forever for them to heat up.. Driver compartment very narrow. I felt a bit trapped. Back seat not spacious enough, but better than the Jeep Liberty. No go on this one..

Jeep Liberty.. Nice.. Very nice.. Roomy front, but the backseat was compacted. The gadgets are fantastic.. Pleasant dash gadgets. Driver seat super comfy, but passenger and backseats were like sitting on plywood.. Wonderful get up and go and the stereo system rocks! Overall.. Much better than the Escape but still not spacious enough.. No go on this one..

Dodge Nitro.. Ahh.. I am not even sure how to describe this one.. I thought I liked how it looked but the more I looked, the less I liked. It was uncomfortable and boxy.. It didn't have great get up and go, but not horrible either. It was just plain to alien looking for me. It was just not what I had hoped. No go on this one..

Buick Rendezvous.. YUCK!! Just plain YUCK.. It looks good, but.. I just can't even come up with one thing I liked about it. No go on this one..

So.. I have a few more up for tomorrow.. Will update you all then.. I am off to get supper started. Talk about a late dinner.. LOL

Okay.. So it is official.. My insurance adjuster has been and gone. Totaled out my van. :( But it is not so bad. Good news is that I get a new vehicle, bad news is I have no idea what to buy. I would love to by a Ford Escape Hybrid, but wow.. those are so expensive. I really didn't want to have another full payment. I just wanted to pay my van off and live a couple years debt free. ya know.. Extra cash each month would have been great.

My second choice is a 2005 Jeep Liberty.. Very nice. Not great gas mileage, but not horrible either.

Third choice.. another Chrysler Town & Country.. the 2005 model is nice.

Both the second and the third aren't to bad in price. My payments would stay the same as they are now, but would be another 2 years worth.

What to do is driving me up a wall.. Not to mention after all is said and done, I am not getting crap for my van..

$5075.00
minus
$500.00 deductible
equals
$4575.00
minus
$2567.00 owed on my loan
equals
$2008.00
minus
$900.00 to buy back my van (to be fixed using another van that has rear end damage)
equals
$1108.00 left for a down payment on another vehicle..

Not cool at all...

Paul wants to fix my van eventually and use it as a parts runner. Course.. I could make him fix it for me and I would have my car back, but... then I don't have the excuse to get a new one.. LOL