Bonne Annee 2012

 Wishing all a happy and healthy New Year filled with lots of love and happiness!
May the New Year bring you lots of inspiration for growth and opportunities.

All the best to you! Cheers!
Tracy

Merry Christmas

 Wishing all a Merry Christmas filled with love and lots of laughter and a cure to all sorrows in life.
Blessings,
Tracy

Introducing....

A new line that I will be making! Vintage place card holders. I just love these. Each is unique and special. They would make great little gifts too! This set can be found in my shop. Thanks for looking!

Tracy

Tree Trimmings $5 and under....

Just a few finds I found on Etsy to trim the tree! They make wonderful gifts! I love the hunt for adorable gifts at low prices! Enjoy! Happy Weekend!
Tracy

New Hair collection...

 I just added these fun and unique collage barettes to my shop. I can't seem to get away from making collages! I love mixing materials and colors to make something that is a one of a kind. Oh and of course a little French mixed in there..{French script that is} Ooh la la! If your looking to dress up your hair take a peek at my shop.www.tiedupmemories.etsy.com . I'm still offering 20% off all orders. Enter coupon code Fall2011 when you checkout.
Enjoy!
Tracy

My latest Etsy purchase........

 I love this!!!  It's a crocheted necklace. It can be gathered loose or brought up more for more warmth around the neck. I bought this light grey colored one but there are so many other colors to choose from I must go back for more! I couldn't believe I was the 1st sale for this shop! I think these are so fashionable! Take a peek at www.thepurlfactory.etsy.com ! A great gift idea for yourself or that special someone!
Enjoy!
Tracy

I started baking again...

 I got the creative urge to make some gift tags . It's one of my favorite things to do. I coffee stained the tags first and baked them. Once again my poor kids came running down the stairs asking what I was baking and I had to tell them paper! It does kinda smell like coffee cake though. Ha! Anyhoo..I then decorated them like so. I plan to give them away as gifts and as extra goodies for customers. They are fun and unique! I have a lot of respect for those who make and sell gift tags. A lot of time and thought goes into them and to me they are extra special! I'm planning on actually baking something real to eat for tomorrow...Ha! Stay tuned!
Have a fabulous day!
Tracy

Love...Love...Love....

 Oh so shabby chic,artsy and rustic! Notice the jewel on the stem of the pumpkin! Right up my alley!  Another fabulous shop I stumbled upon and want to share with you! I just love this look! Perfect on the barn table! These can be found on Etsy. The shop is http://www.etsy.com/people/ClothandPatina
Happy Friday!
Tracy

New creations....

 I keep saying it...Fall is just about here! Yay! In honor of the Fall season I'm offering a private discount to anyone who reads my blog! Enter the coupon code Fall2011 when you check out in my shop to receive your 20% off discount. I appreciate your visits!
Thank you,
Tracy

It's that time of year.....

 The Fall! Just about here! The crisp air and the falling leaves. My favorite time. I love the beauty of the changing of the seasons and all the Fall festivities. With Halloween around the corner and all the decorations it brings  excitement to me. I happened to stumble across this shop on Etsy and thought I would share these beautiful nature inspired masks! I think they are spectacular and perfect for Halloween!
These can be found at..
 http://www.etsy.com/shop/SundriesAndPlunder
Enjoy!
Tracy

Where my creations begin.....

Take a peek into my studio. This is actually our dining room that I took over.

We pretty much entertain in our kitchen.If by chance we need to entertain there

 I can move my stuff and put a table cloth over the table and  "Voila"! All the jewels and beads that I use

are what you see. Do you think I have enough? The answer is No! I'm a beadaholic and vintage findings junkie! I love the hunt for jewels. I'm thinking about downloading this make it yourself banner for Halloween and putting it in the window. You can find this one and many more beautiful printable images at lovecreationgal on Etsy.

http://www.etsy.com/listing/79756714/vintage-halloween-witches-spider-ghost

So this is where I spend my time creating jewelry for my shop. Have a fabulous weekend!

Tracy

Bird on a wire.....

 Or should I say on a strand of lights hanging on my screened in porch! Two cute birds found
there way in the porch this morning and here is one of them perched on a strand of lights.. I don't know how they get in sometimes but they do. It was like having a big open air bird cage {like in a zoo} looking out from my kitchen windows. Birds were flying evrywhere! Anyways, I thought this photo came out so "tweet".

Enjoy!
Tracy

Raind drops........

 

Are falling. Finally a little bit of rain has fallen here in Georgia.  

My daughter captured these droplets on some leaves and made this

leafy collage. Where is that little caterpillar I wonder? It seemed to nibble here and there.

Refreshing,green and leafy. Silly me I know. Time to make a salad!

Enjoy.

Tracy

The July Flower

 I've been away a bit. Taking advantage of the lazy,hazy ,hot and sticky and pretty much relaxing Summer days! I hope you all are too! We just received the back to school list in the mail today. Hard to believe it's already around the corner. Every Summer seems to breeze on by a bit faster as my children get older.

 Well I thought I would share The July flower today! Since we still are in July. It is the Double Stock Flower!
 The stock flower is often associated with beautiful symbolism. They are most commonly said to represent a contented and happy life; however, they are also thought to mean undying affection and love, as well as lasting beauty. Because of these symbols, stock flowers are often given as gifts as emblems of love, contentment and the wish for the recipient to be as happy and beautiful tomorrow as they are today. This information was found on Flowers.org.
 Wishing you all a happy July Day!
Tracy

A sweet tweet......

 

 Too cute for words! My family went on a picnic on Memorial day

and my youngest decided to explore the tree and walked right into this baby bird.

We all got up to see and the sweet baby bird just sitting on the branch. I think it just flew from the

nest and landed there and didn't want to move. We then took a few pictures because we have never been that close to one before. We left it because we heard mama bird and then watched her feed baby "Philip". My daughter named it. It was just too cute and thought to share these photos!

Enjoy!

Tracy

Found what I was looking for!

   A vintage glider for my porch! I'm so excited! I've been on the hunt for one for a little while and found it today. It's aluminum and has the original cushions which are in fabulous shape. It glides fairly well, I need to put a little WD40 on it to make really glide good but it's great exercise anyways! Ha! I'm sprucing up my porch for Summer and thought I would share my new purchase. My kids get out of school next week so it should get a lot of use. Have a great day!
Tracy

Instant vintage Easter collection

I have to share with you an adorable vintage Easter collection I found. This is just too cute! A sweet woven basket with vintage pom pom chicks,hand painted wooden eggs,plastic bunnies and chickens,a large bouquet of millinery flowers all in one! It is for sale in my new shop. Yep...I started a new shop. I have a passion for vintage stuff so I thought I would give it a try and hopefully people will like my taste. I like the hunt for fun and unique finds! This one is super adorable! Take a peek at my new shop...

www.tiedupmemoriesmarket.etsy.com

Enjoy!

Tracy

Priceless

 Tiny moments captured on film that is so sweet and innocent. Natures gift that brings a smile to our faces young and old. A gift that keeps on giving. My fondest memories from when I  was young was picking flowers from someone else's garden or in our own yard and bringing them home to my mom to make her happy. Flowers just do that to us. They make us feel good. Just like this sweet little neighbor of mine picking flowers for her mom. Simply priceless!
Tracy

Ranunculus is the name of these flowers

The name Ranunculus is Late Latin for "little frog," from rana "frog" and a diminutive ending. This probably refers to many species being found near water, like frogs. Yes...I looked up the definition! Funny name I think but I think they are my most favorite! I bought them at Trader Joe's on Friday and had to have a little photo shoot. I just love em! I haven't been around in awhile... just one of my blog away phases....sorry if you have missed me. I'm back today to spread the word Ranunculus! Enjoy!
Tracy

Spring Earring Sale!

Buy any 2 pairs of earrings and get 1 pair free! See store for details. Happy Weekend!
~Tracy

Happy Valentine's Day!

 Wishing you all a sweet heart filled day! Just thought I would share my Valentine I got from my daughter today. Handmade of course and filled with love! Have a happy day!
~Tracy

Art

"Art never expresses anything but itself"~Oscar Wilde
 I just love this quote and this piece of pottery that I have. It is so detailed and a work of art in my opinion! I love it and thought I would share it with you. Happy weekend!
~Tracy

Shabby granny green apple

 This is the color I describe of this sweet yard stick I have in my yard.  Inspiring because it screams Spring! It is stuck in the cold hard ground and sits in front of a bare bush. It's the only pop in my yard at the moment. I love the sweet texture and color and thought I would share it with you. So it's a shabby, granny green apple kind of day today!
Enjoy,
~Tracy

Happy February

 Wow! It's February already! Time to get your Valentines out and fill your home with love! Have a heart filled day today!
~Tracy

Just in time for Spring

 Vintage Flair Feedsack Wallets

These wallets, made out of whimsical 'vintage flair' feedsack fabric feature an Art Nest tag and have been lined to

 ensure long lasting use~

I just fell in love with these. Just the right size and so many pretty designs to choose from! Get yourself one and one for a friend!

www.artnest.bigcartel.com

Happy Weekend!

~Tracy

Tulip Time!

 I had to buy a bouquet of Tulips! I saw them and just swooned over them! Reminds me of Spring! Even though we still have a ways to go. Loving the clementines too! Our family can't get enough of them. I recommend getting yourself some Tulips or any type flowers to brighten your day!
Enjoy!
~Tracy

New creations

 Having fun with these new collage locket creations! Enjoy!
~Tracy

Going stir crazy

 I have not left the house since Saturday. Well I took some photos from the porch and walked the dog in the yard but that's it! I stocked up on groceries knowing this storm was coming but we just ran out of bread and we are craving a grilled cheese sandwich with tomato soup! Mmm Mmm Good! So my sweet son is going to trudge in the snow and walk 2 miles and back to get a loaf of bread. It's amazing what a craving will do! At least the sun is shining but it's still below freezing out. Hopefully by the weekend I can drive my car. Wishing you all a happy day!
~Tracy

Snow in ATL!!

 I'm sure everyone knows by now how we got dumped on. An arctic winter blast came through and our city is pretty much closed. Growing up in upstate N.Y this is funny. Although without the snow tires and all the plows and salt tucks to make everything easier to live in the winter I see why we are in a state of emergency! Anyways the kids are having the time of their lives and it is so pretty! This photo is of my decorative bike in my front yard. Having fun drinking hot cocoa and listening to the kids all around screaming as they slide down the hills! I hope everyone is staying warm wherever you are!
~Tracy

A wrinkle a day......

 Last night I tossed and turned. I could not fall asleep.  I was watching T.V before I went to bed and it stuck in my head this show I watched on celebrities and plastic surgery.  I guess the secret to Heather Locklear's youthful look is laying on her back and soft sheets! Wow! I thought to myself..I shall try laying on my back at night. Lol! This must be the reason all these fine lines are showing up on my face. My sheets are just not soft enough! Anyways... I could not fall asleep on my back and how do you know when your sleeping that you don't turn to your side? Hmm? I guess this trick works only for certain people. Ha! Wishing you all a happy and well rested weekend!

~Tracy

GIveaway on InkSpot Workshop featuring me!

We’re back and ready for an exciting 2011, already filled with some most amazing Hump Day Giveaways! Today is our first giveaway on the new blog, what do you think???

If you follow me on Facebook or Twitter you’ll have seen my many posts about today’s talented artist. I’ve been so excited to introduce you all to fellow Atlantan Tied Up Memories and just couldn’t wait for today! Tracy’s jewelry and accessory line is every bit as dreamy as her pictures and find myself getting lost in daydreams just looking at everything in her shop. This lover of all things vintage and mother of 3 also finds time to blog!! Check it out here.

Tied Up Memories
is looking for 1 lucky winner to receive

a $50 shopping spree!

for today’s Hump Day Giveaway

ENTERING IS EASY!

please read carefully!

1. Go to Tied Up Memories online shop by clicking here. Then come back here and leave a comment on our blog telling us your favorite item.

2. Become a fan of InkSpot Workshop on Facebook by clicking here. If you’re a new fan, be sure to say hello on my Facebook wall.

3. Follow InkSpot Workshop on Twitter by clicking here.

4. Follow Tied Up Memories on Twitter by clicking here.

5. If you post this contest on your blog and/or Facebook Fan Page you may go ahead and post 5 extra entries here on the blog. Please be sure to post your blog or Facebook link here so we may see your post. If you are trying to link on your Facebook wall to InkSpotWorkshop be sure to type “@” before InkSpotWorkshopn after first “liking” me :) hope that helps!

6. Have any suggestions or ideas of items you’d like to see in Tied Up Memories lineup of eye candy? Post your ideas here, they count for extra entries!

* CONTEST OPEN TO ANYONE ON THE GLOBE *
* WINNER WILL BE SELECTED USING RANDOM.ORG *
* WINNER WILL BE SELECTED AT MIDNIGHT (EST) JAN 7TH*
* YOUR ENTRY IS YOUR COMMENT(s) LEFT HERE *
* PLEASE BE SURE TO LEAVE A WAY TO REACH YOU *
* ENTRIES RECEIVED AFTER MIDNIGHT-JAN 7TH ARE VOID *
* WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED HERE ON MONDAY JAN 11TH*

THANK YOU
and 
GOOD LUCK

 I hope you all  enter! Enjoy!!!
Tracy