iCANDY - 34th Edition

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Welcome to the 34th edition of iCANDY, InkSpot Workshop's weekly feature. I have so much fun gathering items for each week's feature and I find iCANDY just about everywhere. Most of my inspiration comes from the talented group of sellers on ETSY and now that I have been Twittering, I'm finding some new talent. This week's collage does not have any rhyme or reason, just images that I find pleasing and I hope you do to!

1. Sea Lotus - Kathi Roussel, Buffalo $195.00

2. Itty Bitty Bouquet - Mudpuppy, Denver $15.00

3. Lisette Earrings - The B-line, Michigan $19.00

4. Mod Flower Cashmere - Murdock Design, Northhampton $68.00

5. Hoot Hoot Gicele Print - Print Space, Australia $18.00

6. Nested - Wunderlust, New York $40.00

Happy Ending

Don't you just love stories with happy endings? Well here's one for you... a few months ago I introduced you to Brody, a Boston Terrier who was abandoned and in bad need of medical attention. Linda, from Bostons by the Bay Rescue contacted me about donating some Fire Hydrant Press items for an auction to help raise funds for his costly operation, see his poor little eye?

I'm happy to report not only was the Easter auction a success, Brody has found a new home (and lap apparently) see his new family portrait above.

Here is the set of note cards and magnets I donated and the fun Easter basket they were part of. Best Wishes to Brody and his new home and keep up the great work Bostons by the Bay!

Sweet Props

While browsing some of my favorite blogs I was introduced to the legendary Amy Atlas of Amy Atlas Events. It's safe to say I have an Internet crush of sorts on her:) Being a junkie for color I just get lost in these pictures of her famous dessert tables. Ooooooh, the hues, the textures, the cute paper accessories and my imagination can only run wild dreaming of the tastes.

I find it only fitting that the woman behind all of this amazement is as beautiful and unique as her parties. She only started her business in the Spring of 2007 and earlier this year quit her day job. What was her day job, you ask? Nope, she wasn't a caterer or a medical sales rep {like yours truly} she was a lawyer. How amusing since most lawyers I know aren't exactly, ahem.. CREATIVE! Isn't that inspirational? Apparently, the word got around fast {really fast} about her passion for arranging uncommon, store bought desserts into glorious tables for parties she would personally host.

Amy Atlas, herself

Recently a young bride-to-be asked me to make her a wedding paper suite in my cupcake design. She was having a candy dessert bar and wanted to base her entire theme on it. We carried this design on everything from magnets to give as hostess gifts to favor tags, you name it!

Amy Atlas dessert and candy tables are the inspiration for InkSpot Workshop's new product photos. I have been feverishly retaking all pictures as I prepare for the launch of my new website. The rainy Atlanta days have not been helping me, but here are just a few samples of the ways I am incorporating candy {among other goodies not yet released} into my shots.

These sweet origami paper flowers by Millalove, came all the way from England and arrived in one piece. Originally meant as cupcake toppers, I had the artist make a special batch for me without sticks and in colors to compliment my stationery.

Stay tuned for more sweet shots and the launch of www.InkSpotWorkshop.com! Coming soon.

iCANDY - 33rd Edition

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It's that time of year again and I'm feeling the pressure to get out in my yard, do some major weed excavation and put some pretty things in dirt! If only I could figure out how to keep those pesky squirrels out of my pots. Perhaps I should just dig up their nuts and place them around my pots, doing all the work for them?

This week's iCANDY is dedicated to fellow Etsy sellers who can help make your garden pretty.

1. Glass Containers - FT Glass Studio, San Diego $18.00

2. Organic Forget Me Not Seeds - Seven Acre Woods, Kentucky $2.00

3. Stoneware Bud Vase - Ryan Tekaba, San Antonio $185.00

4. Fancy Flower Stakes - Ruby Clover, Chicago $5.00

5. Hand Painted Ceramic Pot - Monkey Junkie Goods, San Diego $15.00

6. Organic Columbine Seeds - Smoky Mist Gardens, Seymour TN $1.75

Enjoy and Happy Planting!

E-I-E-I-O

Meet my new friends! Brand new original designs from InkSpot Workshop and now available in my shop. The black sheep is my favorite:) Try them personalized.

Frisky Critters

Warmer weather brings on some frisky behavior among the furry and feathery critters in my yard. I could not post pictures of what the squirrels have been doing right on my back deck and in front of everyone. Instead, I leave you with this picture of nature's innocence and right in my potted herbs. Looks like we are going to have some babies in a few weeks. Didn't want to get too close but once they arrive I will become the paparazzi.

iCANDY 32nd edition

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Happy Friday! If April {and March} showers bring May flowers then Atlanta is going to be a jungle. I can hardly take another day of dark, depressing rain so this week's iCANDY is dedicated to bright, cheery items that make me smile and look forward to the sun shining again.

1. Tea Towels, Inklore, California $32.00

2. Mini Bowl, Jill Rosenwald, Boston $42.00

3. 8 x 10 Print, Blissful Images, Portland $25.00

4. Recycled Tin Mini Dress Earrings, Shixie, Michigan $26.00

5. Letterpress Gift Tags, Sweetbeets, Canada $6.00

6. Secrets of the Sea, McCabe, Encinitas $na

Enjoy! and have a great weekend.