Yap

In a couple weeks, I will be getting on a plane and heading to a tiny island called YAP! I will be going on a mission trip. Our flight is going to be sooo long, but I'm looking forward to meeting all kinds of new people, eating new food and stopping in Hawaii for a couple of hours (I've ALWAYS wanted to visit there). Now some of you may be wondering where in the world Yap is. Well here is a map:

As you can see, it is a little above Australia and beside Asia. All this preparing for the trip has definitely gotten me in an island mood. I found this great ukelele player named Jake Shimabukuro. You have GOT to check out his mad ukelele skills. 

I know I have not been posting a lot here on the blog lately, but I wanted to give you a little peak into what is going on in my life!! I got a new little point and shoot camera as a gift from my sweet parents, and I will be sure to post lots of great pics.

Have a wonderful rest of your week!! Take one small risk tomorrow.

XO,

Cat

Treasured: FOUND

In an effort to GET FOUND on the etsy success symposium, I created this colorful treasure of things I have found and have fallen in love with. They are so bright and cheery! You can click on any of the pictures and they will take you to the shop on etsy. I hope you enjoy :)

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  Bright Quilt

  garypark

  $195.00 USD
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  The Belle- preppy plaid fabric shoe clip bows- fuchsia, orange, and te...

  thebelleandthebeau

  $20.00 USD
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  Seuart in Color Block- One of a Kind Statement Necklace

  DolorisPetunia

  $435.00 USD
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  Classic Bow Clutch - Yellow

  DavieandChiyo

  $82.00 USD
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  2pc buttercup yellow chrysanthemum large flower cabochon 32mm LCHR007-...

  snapcrafty

  $2.95 USD
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  Vintage Ikat Pillow - Huge Bolster Red Teal Blue Yellow Hot Pink Black...

  MaterialRecovery

  $148.00 USD
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  Tangelo and Tangerine with Turquoise Stripe Bronze Beaded Necklace

  BasilAndLola

  $185.00 USD
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  Leaf Headband - Red, Mustard Yellow and Navy Floral Print - Hand Embro...

  FoldingChairDesigns

  $16.00 USD
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  The Spring Bowcycle - Hair bows - Set of 6 Bobby Pins

  Fr33na

  $25.00 USD
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  8x10 Close Your Eyes Print in yellow and gray

  GusAndLula

  $18.00 USD
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  Pom Pom Garland - Spring Edition

  millalove

  $22.00 USD
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  Light Showers, limited edition giclee print

  EloiseRenouf

  $25.00 USD
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  Large Abstract Textured Sculpted Painting by Andrada - Heavy Textured-...

  andrada

  $399.00 USD
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  Iridescent Feather Earrings in Deep Teal, Green and Yellow

  Stilltreejewellery

  $36.96 USD
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  Peacock feather linen tea towel

  giardino

  $24.00 USD

  
  

Blogging Tips

I love reading blogs! I also love reading successful people's tips. I found these gems today on The Pioneer Woman's Blog (of course), but I thought they were great! Here is a link if you want to check them out.
Seems to work for her :)

XO,
Cat

These are a few of my favorite (handmade) things!

Today I just wanted to share a post about some of my very favorite handmade items I have. I love buying handmade items it is so personal. I like knowing the artist behind the art. When I buy handmade, I know where my money is going and it feels so GOOD to be able to support people and what they are doing. Sometimes buying handmade makes a difference between if a person can even feed their family or not. Not only do I get something amazing out of the deal, I get to help people live and pursue dreams.

I picked up these sweet earrings in the Greenville Pendleton Street Art District a couple months ago. Kelly is the owner of Ragged & Funny and makes the coolest earring from vintage lace.

I'm crazy about pottery, so everywhere I go I have my "pottery radar" up. I picked up these pieces on my most recent trip to Israel outside of the Tomb of the Patriarchs. I didn't watch them make these exact pieces, but I did spend some time watching the potter throw some pomegranates. Another family member hand-painted these colorful designs on the dishes. This family makes their living selling pots.

The last item is a bracelet made from vintage lace by Jenny, owner of Helen and Floyd's. I have introduced her before on this blog (read about that here).

Enjoy the lovely weather today. You can't help but be happy when the sun is shining!

LOVE,
Cat

Yellow Elm: Clemson Collection

Today I would like to introduce you to my sweet friend and coworker Elizabeth, owner of Yellow Elm. Not only does she make fabulous felted accessories (shop), but she has an adorable blog (see that here).

Her newest line is her Clemson Collection. These great orange and purple accessories are for sale at Plaza Suite in Clemson. It's so fun to find cute game day accessories. I am personally excited about this as I am always on the lookout for orange! All you tiger fans out there, be sure to check out her shop!!

 

Morgan, a contestant for the Miss Clemson 2012 beauty pageant, did a wonderful job modelling these hair clips and headbands. I had the priveledge of assisting with the photo shoot and not only is she beautiful, but she is such a sweet girl! Can't wait to cheer her on in a couple of weeks!

 

Have a great weekend everyone! I'm excited it's Friday!!

XO,

Cat