More Beautiful Words to Share

WELCOME dear friends...YES, Welcome... and THANK YOU so very much for stopping by to visit.

Continuing in the spirit of sharing words, I am THRILLED TO ANNOUNCE that I am now offering the 2nd in a series book of Poetry and Art called, "Quiet Moments, A Reflection Of Days Unfolded"

JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS GIVING, this small treasure is available to pre-order, with all holiday purchases of the book being gift wrapped and shipped starting December 10th.

My little shop is also filled to the brim with other WONDERFUL holiday delights such as NEW winter inspired Gifts of Nature Tags, GORGEOUS Nest Assemblages, and the most CHARMING Painted Pin Cushions.

But don't wait, quanities are limited, and the number of poetry books available is limited to 50 through December 31st. Once sold out, the book will not be available again until January 1.

Happiest of Holidays to you and yours!

From the Bottom of my HEART...

Thank You... THANK YOU!

I have enjoyed EVERY MINUTE of hosting this GRAND OPEN HOUSE!

These last two weeks have been filled with SUCH JOY for me... packing boxes of special gifts and decorations to brighten your holidays. I have received the most INCREDIBLE and HEART-WARMING comments and messages, not only from friends that have purchased treasures from me this year, but also from years past.

Since the first day, I have worn a grin on my face that spans from ear to ear. The only thing that would have made these moments any better would have been to have you all gathered here in my home, where I could share a cup or two of Christmas tea, and a plate of iced sugar cookies in festive shapes with bright colored sprinkles. And of course, I would have been able to give everyone a BIG hug to show my sincere appreciation for visiting this blog of mine and my little shop.

Although, the holiday ornaments are no longer available, there are still copies of my little book of poetry and art, Small Glimpses, that will continue to be for sale. These make wonderful gifts for friends and come wrapped and ready for giving.

So, without further adieu... I would like to announce the winners of my Vintage JOY Garlands Giveaway. The two lovely recipients are Cindy (Rella) Gauthier and Erin Kayler. I will be mailing your treasures to you by Tuesday, December 4th.


And I invite you to come back and see The Red Door Studio Etsy Shop starting in January. I will be offering some NEW items that I know you will LOVE!

I look forward to sharing more poetry and artwork from my 2007 Fiber Journal over the next several weeks. I have also been working on the details of an EXCITING NEW project for 2008 that I can wait to tell you about, so be sure to continue stopping by to visit.

Happy Christmas to one to ALL!

"It's JOY-in-the-air time, love-everywhere TIME...good-FUN-TO-SHARE time... it's CHRISTMAS time...twinkling LIGHTS, FESTIVE sights, presents, TREES, Life's Cares Decrease, HOLD Hope, Feel PEACE, Wishing you happy, happy MEMORIES!"

-Hallmark Cards

Oh... How Time FLIES!

Hard to believe we are saying goodbye to another month as December 1st comes knocking at the door.

Hours become mere minutes, and minutes seen like seconds when I spend WONDERFUL moments carefully preparing cheerful boxes filled with bright and festive holiday treasures.

I LOVE tucking into each and every package a few surprises, such as glittery treat cups, pretty notecards, or bottle brush snowflakes ornaments, as my way of saying "THANK YOU" for making this GRAND Etsy Holiday Open House... SO SPECIAL!

The northwinds have begun to blow, here in the plains, and the sky has turned to a snowy colored gray. A chill in the air, the sounds of Christmas music drifting through the house, and baskets of BEAUTIFUL ornaments decorating my studio are definitely the PERFECT way to start a holiday celebration off on the right foot.

There are only a few days left to purchase SHIMMERING bits and baubles from my little shop. So be sure to stop by and pick out a unique hand-made treasure to grace your home or give as a gift for someone special!

May your heart be merry and light as you bask in the warmth and MAGIC of this Joyous Season!

A GRAND Holiday Open House

WELCOME dear friends...YES, Welcome... and THANK YOU so very much for stopping by to visit.

There is a REAL MAGIC that surrounds this time of year!

When I remember the joyous moments of Christmases past, I think about the excitement I felt as a child when my father arrived home with that fresh-cut evergreen. This always signified the beginning of the holiday season in our home.

After the fragrant tree was properly positioned in the living room, mom would pull down a box of decorations from the top shelf in the closet. My sister and I would carefully help her unwrap delicate ornaments that we had made, such as pipe cleaner candy canes, popsicle stick stars, glittered egg crates turned into silver bells, along with Santas and snowmen made of construction paper and cotton balls.

Each one a cherished treasure, and even though they were a little worn or a lot worn for some, the evergreen always shimmered and sparkled with our handcrafted artworks.

Oh, how I LOVED, every year, bringing home from school some new decorative adornment. Mom made sure to give it a place of honor, usually front and center on the Christmas tree.

Although I have graduated from using egg crates, and construction paper, those endearing memories are why, even today, I find myself longing to create BEAUTIFUL holiday ornaments to grace not only my own tree, but also those of my friends and family.

I am THRILLED you have come to The Red Door Studio's 1st Etsy Holiday Open House. My little shop is filled to the brim with WONDERFUL bits and baubles that are sure to DELIGHT!

These hand-made treasures will only be available starting today through Sunday, December 2nd. There are also several other wonderful home decor offerings that are on sale, so be sure to browse.

For every purchase made, your name will be entered in the Open House Giveaway. On December 3rd, two winners will be announced and each individual will win a Vintage "JOY" Garland, just like the one shown below.

My sincere wish is that you find that perfect piece to decorate your home, give as a gift, bring you joy, and perhaps cause you to revel, if only for a moment, in the MAGIC of the season.

Happiest of Holidays to you and yours!