Things for Spring and the Wishing Tree

I am blessed, thankful, encouraged and inspired by all the wonderful people that stopped by my little space this past weekend in Brea. It was wonderful to see so many loyal customers and friends. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you for supporting and encouraging me to continue to do something I love.

Here's a few pics of some pieces I took to the show, some have gone on to their new homes, some I'll try to get on Etsy, or take to The Little Dress Shop. Or maybe you'll see them at Glitterfest. I've played with the idea of another show for April, we'll see. I'll let you know...

As always after a show, I was completely exhausted, but the one thing I couldn't wait to do with my family on this particular Saturday was hang this beautiful new piece I received from Roanoke, VA for the Wishing Tree.

We sat at the dining room table, unwrapped the package and I read the note aloud. We were silent. My daughter was the first to speak. "We need to pray for her" she said. After it was up in the tree, we took a few minutes to gaze up at all our wishes so far. I am so honored and peaceful about what we've been entrusted with. The lovely dreamcatcher was crafted by the very talented and inspiring Cheryl Dolby and her daughter Kelli just for our tree. Thank you Cheryl and Kelli. Thank you both, for participating and know how honored we are to have added your intention to our prayers. :)
Love, peace and gratitude,

Bridgette

Oh! I almost forgot. Look what else popped up on the tree while I was away...

New things on the Wishing Tree

My husband doesn’t really ask much of our tree. The giant old ocean rod secured with fishing line to its trunk is his main contribution as is his silent belief in its strength and power for good. He helps me care for it, gently pruning or weeding and of course is my main go-to guy when I want something hung in just that spot I can’t reach. When he asked me to make a tag for a friend of his I knew it was important. While I won’t get into why or what we are specifically praying for, if you get a chance and might feel like sending some prayers or positive energy her way, please do so for Kerry. Thank you so :)

Here are a few other new additions to our tree…

Some lovely prayer tags already a bit weathered from the rain...


And this beautiful symbol of love gifted by my sweet sister-in-law for the tree. It’s so perfect on so many levels don’t you think? Not to mention, its among the first things I see when I look out my window to the tree.
I just love it.

Oh! And if ever You’d like to add anything to the tree, just email me or leave a comment and I’ll email back with where to send your wish. I’ll post a pic of whatever you send for the tree and a link to your blog if you’d like. I’m thinking I may start a blog for just the Wishing Tree, but for now, it’s all here. :) Tomorrow I’ll post some pics of my new pieces for Etsy and some I'll be taking to my first show of the Spring! Have a peace-filled day .
Love, Bridgette

More Rain

The rain was back today, all day. And while I'm not at all opposed, in fact I really love the rain. It did thwart my plans for a few new additions to the Wishing Tree... one thing I can't wait to place is this absolutely gorgeous ornament from Lisa at Pearl Avenue Studios in Maryland. She does some really amazing work. I love the little personalities that come through her sculpted faces.(Great blog too :) If you get a chance check them out, they're precious. So tomorrow rain or shine, mud or sludge, this beautiful little work of art is going on the tree. The picture doesn't really do it justice at all, but I'll take one in the morning out on the tree for all of you to see. Thank you, thank you Lisa. I'm honored.

Meeting the Crafty Chica!

While I'm usually not a "starstruck" type gal, (minus that one time at El Floradita in Hollywood when Mr. McConaughey sang Happy Birthday to me :) today was a quite an exception... On a bit of a whim I decided to head out with a friend to the CHA show in Anaheim. We were supposed to go last night, but between the lightening and hail, decided to postpone till today. I'm sooo glad we did. It was a fun show with lots of great stuff to check out, and many glorious finds, but the best part of all was seeing and then meeting in person, The Crafty Chica herself!!! As I approached her crowded booth I couldn't believe it was her. Over the years I've encountered some really talented artists who's work I admire for various reasons on all sorts of different levels. Some have become friends, and others pure inspiration for a season. It's all good. There's something a little different about Kathy Cano-Murillo. It's not just the crafting stuff, I think it's more about living that "artful life" I keep hearing so much about. And maybe because she seems to live that life with a Latina flair, it resonates with me. After all, it was she who ignited my whole Wishing Tree flame, not to mention the countless other fun and funky crafting tips I've gleaned from her blog and website. What a delightful soul to meet so warm, friendly and gracious, so down to earth. I just hope I didn't scare her too much with my blubbering non-stop chatter and questions. Sorry Ms.Chica, it was just lovely to meet you! Oh! and did I forget to mention I even got to see the original Queen of craft TV?... yes it was Carol Duvall!!! Now I haven't seen her in person since, well you know... Episode CDS-1146! I reminded her I'd been on waaaay back when, but she didn't remember, she was so sweet. Guess there's no Emmy in my future for that 12 1/2 min. but feel free to click on the link to get my step by step instructions for creating a mini gourd necklace if you'd like :)

Anyhow it was a very fun little day not to mention on my return there was a small envelope waiting for me from someone I'd never met! More about that later! Adios for now,

Love Bridgette
P.S. I think the link to the Carol Duvall show is too old... acn't seem to get it to work, so if you'd like the instructions feel free to email me, sorry bout that.