Thougthful Thursday 12/5/13 (Grandma, Prima Beads and a Poodle)

It is Thoughtful Thursday and so today I am supposed to reflect on something….there are so many things at this time of the year that brings thought back to me.  Putting ornaments on the tree (from when I was a child), signing songs with my kids (that I used to sing) and even cooking and preparing our meals.  But for me, my thought turn to my Grandmother.  Many of you see the wonderful creations that I make from her Stash, but not many of you know her story!  I can’t tell you much (she was a private person), but what I can tell you is that I loved my Grandmother very much!  She brought light and life into a room with her smile and laugh (she always laughed)!  She was one of the most giving and loving people I have ever had the privilege to know.  Maybe it is because of her Stash all around my house, but I still feel her looking over my shoulder!  For those of you who have your own angles looking down at you, you’ll understand!!
 Grandma and Krafty Max!
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Today I have a EXCLUSIVE listing in my La Juliet Studio…click on it to see more!!
http://www.lajuliet.com/index.php/2013-01-04-15-21-51/ad/gemstone,92/exclusive-bone-triangle-detailed-and-gemstone-necklace-set-a-krafty-max-original-design,133
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I was able to do a bit more last night!!  Remember, you can come on over to my Fan Page or Google+ page throughout the day to watch it grow !!
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http://www.primabead.com/Home.aspx?source=kraftymaxoriginals
And just look….look what I get to ‘play’ with now!!  I am going to make something for the new year with these beads…..uummmm, maybe a few ‘somethings’!!  Oh, I can’t wait!!!
http://www.primabead.com/Home.aspx?source=kraftymaxoriginals
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Want to see some great sales items???  Just look at this!!!
 
http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/KraftyMax
* Belong to my email listing??  Did you see the bonus offer?
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Just look at this book!!  It is an easy give-a-way with several daily entries, so make sure you keep coming back!!
 
http://kraftymax.blogspot.com/2013/12/a-book-for-beaders-12213-inspiritu.html
 
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Here is the gift guide – how many of you have looked?   Please look through it, and remember to always support handmade artists through this holiday season (and everyone other day).
 
http://kraftymax.blogspot.com/2013/11/2013-krafty-max-original-gift-guide_27.html
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Today’s featured artist is: CandyAppleCrafts.   This studio is full of amazing vintage items and handmade creations!  The artist says it best; “I love warm traditional things, which explains my attraction to old-fashioned art and craft techniques and vintage item.”  But, for me, it was this ‘little poodle’ that caught my eye!!  Just too cute – and there is a story behind them….. go see! And remember, always support handmade artist when you can! 
Poodle Christmas Ornament Pastel Blue 60s Retro Style
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Today I would like to leave you with this thought;
To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream; not only plan, but also believe. 
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4 Responses

  1. I’m so glad that you have the memories of your Grandma to cherish each and everyday of your life. These are special memories that you and she had. I never knew my grandmothers as they passed away (one before I was born) and the other one when I was 2. But I have the stories that my mom and dad told me about them.

    • Krafty Max
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      I feel very blessed to know all my grandparents long into my adulthood!! My Children remember 3 of the 4 of their Great Grandparents!! Thank you for your comments!! ~KM

  2. Rachel
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    Thank you for making me featured artist! 🙂 I really appreciate it. I have pinned this post so my fans can stop by and read!

    ~Rachel at CandyAppleCrafts

    • Krafty Max
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      You are so very welcome!! I hope it helped!! ~KM