WARNING....PICTURE OVERLOAD AHEAD

What a weekend and it's not even over. Chris went out of town Friday morning and just returned about an hour ago, needless to say the kids are running wild around the house now.

Yesterday was a big day for us. We (my mom, Erin & Shayla...my younger cousins & I) took the kids to Cookeville to see the Train Depot.

The actual depot was closed for the holidays so all we could do was climb on the train, I told them we would go back another time to see inside. Carson was not in the best of moods. I could not get him to smile for anything and Andrew was too amazed. Here are some pics from the visit.

Then we took a little stroll to The Candy Caboose in the older part of town. This was the cutest place and I knew Andrew would LOVE it...and I was right.

Then we headed back home to rest for the 2nd part of the big day.

After a little rest...no naps I would like to add we were off to the fair for some fun and
excitement.

This was the first time we have been able to see my uncle pull the tractor and the kids were amazed. It was very loud and boys loved all the black smoke.

It was a long day and night....it was almost midnight before we got to bed and they were so tired. This is what I woke up to this morning...
Priceless.

P.S.

Don't forget to enter for the GIVEAWAY....ends tomorrow night at midnight.

BLOGAVERSARY + 100TH POST ='S FREE STUFF

I can't believe this is my 100 th post and also my 1 year blog anniversary was in August. I have had such a wonderful time making new blog friends and seeing so many awesome blogs.

This started out as a way for me to display my photography, talk about my family, and showcase my jewelry. Who knew that in a year I would have people in other states and countries purchasing my jewelry. It just blows my mind!! I am truly blessed beyond measure!! I am so blessed to have a husband that supports me in my ventures (even though he might make some comments about my spending sometimes). This is a way for me to create and a stress reliever.

Just recently I began making appliques and bibs (I will post pics later this week) and now have a little something extra to add. BANNERS...Happy Birthday, Baby shower, Holiday...whatever you want! So to celebrate my 100th post I will be giving this away.....

This was so fun to make...my first one to make is for my son's 2nd birthday coming up in November and I really wanted to be able to make something special for my Sister In Law's upcoming baby shower. It will be really cute...I am having a relative help me with it...She is very creative. I really love the bright, fresh colors and the funky designs on the paper. How cute would this be at some little girls birthday party...and it is FREE to one lucky winner. All you have to do is.....

1. Leave me a comment

2. Add me as a friend/follow me...this is on the right side of my blog. You will receive 2 extra entries for doing this.

3. Blog about this giveaway on your blog.... 2 extra entries for this also.

4. Mention seeing this on FACEBOOK.... 2 extra entries.

5. Place this link on FACEBOOK...3 extra entries.

6.. Add my Button to your blog....this is for 3 extra entries.

How easy is that...make sure to let me know in your comment and leave your email address so I can contact you.. The winner will be picked by a random number. Contest ends on Monday, September 7th at midnight.

I have more giveaways planned this week...keep checking back to find out what is next.

Thanks for reading my blog and I look forward to many more!!

Bethany

Appliques

Here are a few new appliques I made this weekend.

Hopefully these will be making there way to my ETSY site this week....but no promises. If you are interested in purchasing an applique please contact me bethanytramel@yahoo.com. $5.00 each.

*** Note...these are laying on a 3-6 month onesie to give an idea of the size.

LAST DAY TO SIGN UP FOR GIVEAWAY

Heather over at The Gift Closet is having a GIVEAWAY....hop on over to check out the great stuff. Today is the last day to sign up for this....

The Latte Necklace

I donated this & a $15.00 Gift Certificate for part of her "Blogaversary Giveaway". My giveaway ends tonight at midnight. Go on over and check it out. www.thegiftcloest.blogspot.com or click on the "I was featured on The Gift Closet" button on the right.

Friday's Feature

I am so excited to announce I am Friday's Feature at The Gift Closet. This is a great site! Heather, the host of the site does great features, reviews of products and giveaways. To visit her site you can click her button on the right side of my page or go to www.thegiftcloset.blogspot.com.

I love going through her post to see what all is being created by other designers. Go check it out and tell her I sent you there.

Hopefully I will have more pics to post this weekend of some new things I am working on. I hope everyone has a Fantastic Friday and a Wonderful Weekend!

Bethany

A few new things

Finally getting around to posting some pics of my new designs. I just placed these on the onesie to give everyone an idea of what they would look like.

Sorry tilt your head for this one... :)

Something new to try....Red Flower Hairpins.
Sorry not much read tonight....We are "back to school" in the morning. Andrew is so excited!!!! He has been counting down the days.

Look back later this week for a "Special Announcement". Hint....It has something to do with a button on my sidebar.

Bethany

Something new for the kids

I have always wanted to venture into the sewing side of being crafty, until I find a place to take sewing classes I will stick to this..ha ha

As I was looking on ETSY last week I decide to take a stab at this....and I love it... so here it is......

This is my first iron on applique....Groovy Striped Car. I made this for Carson and he loves it!! Andrew wanted something also so I made him something different...the problem is finding a shirt to put his on. Whenever I find a shirt I will post a picture....a little hint....it has to do with Halloween.

I will post more pics later of the other designs I made this weekend. I hope everyone had a great weekend!!

Bethany