Wow…crazy week. I don’t have much time for posting, but wanted to share a couple of things. #1 Spring Classes at Southern Hospitality (yes, this is just for you local readers) I’ve shared before how much I love April and her cute store Southern Hospitality. Well during the month of March she is offering hospitality…
All pictures below are by Evie S. Let me introduce you to the talented Evie S…..for some of you I am sure she needs no introduction. Evie is fully of lovely ideas. For instance how lovely is this collage of her first pregnancy? On her blog you can also find lovely interviews with talented artists…full…
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very cool.
can’t wait to spend some time checking her out!
Thank you Ashley for the sweet compliments and for letting everyone know about A Beautiful Idea!
Evie designed my wedding invitations! She was awesome! I’m so glad to be “reacquainted” with her work bc it was a true pleasure working with her in the past. Thanks for this post!
Love it! Love all of her re-use of old clothing. I know after having my little one nothing really fits the way it should and I would love to bring some attention to chiffon ruffles rather than….my waistline. I am on the hunt to find some clothes to cut and dice.
beautiful indeed! I’m enjoying these introductions to other creative and inspiring blogs
Thank you for sharing this!
Thanks Ashley for recommending Evie.S’s blog, like yours, I love it 
So pretty and exciting to think of all the new things I need to try!!
I love that pregnancy calendar! I totally want to make one too.. when the time comes, which won’t be for awhile! That repurposed cardigan is very lovely as well!
Hi,
I am the production editor of a small girls magazine (pitched at ages 13-18) in Australia. We are based on biblical worldview but encouraging girls to vlaue themselves and others and providing them with hope and purpose through positive media. We love to feature craft projects and mission challenges for them. I would love to feature your next challenge as a project, we go to print for our next edition november 15th, so that’s way past the close of your current project. Could we work together on this, i think it could be mutually beneficial.
Bless,
Madeleine
Well I had every intention on posting SnapShop dates this week, but that won’t be happening. Last fall I made a post to invite those interested to email for a heads up on dates. Well yesterday I announced dates to that list and within a couple of hours all three spring SnapShops were filled. I…
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ARE YOU KIDDING ME?! I wanted to come home from Waco to take this!!!! UGH!!! LOL!! I have to check this page A LOT more now!!! (I check everyday sometimes twice!!) LOL
i think you should do an online class type thing you might have more time and be able to have more people join in. just a thought because I’m in Cincinnati and would not be able to take any of the SnapShops
See you are now famous!! LOL I think this class is amazing and one day I will get to take it. I really was planning on coming home to do it!! It is really awesome what you are doing!
Long-time lurker here! YES. PLEASE consider an online workshop! I’m in N.C.!
I love your blog. Please consider an online workshop! I’m in NC as well!!
Definitely do an on-line Snap Shop! Unfortunately, travelling down your way from Canada is not an option at the moment for me.
Oh yes…an online Snap Shop would be incredible! I love your blog and would love to take a class as I am just getting into photography! So if your ever bored (hehe) some day, you should look into it!
I’ve always thought an online Snap Shop would be my only way of attending and that maybe someday you’d announce that you’re having one…..please, please, please???
Wow! That is amazing…oh yeah… I like the idea of an online snap shop since I live in California and you are in Oklahoma…
An online workshop would be awesome! I am in Texas!
A shout out from Nevada for online SnapShops! Woot, woot! It would be a TON of work, though (for you)….but worth considering! 
Ughhhh! I’m so bummed! I check your website everyday in hopes of getting into a snapshots class (and because I love your blog)! I’ve been wanting to take your snapshots class for a year now…but I will wait some more! An evening announcement of snapshots would be great for me since I am a teacher and can’t check my blogs at school…just a suggestion
im so excited about it!!!
How do I get on that list!! Although, I’d like an online workshop also. But I’m only in Dallas and always up for a road trip!
Complete bummer for all those who didn’t get in, but MAN God has really blessed you with an opportunity to spend more time with your kids. Snapshots is such a great idea!
got your email too late….but thank you so much for the heads up even though I was slack. maybe next go ’round!
Congrats on the excitement. Can I get an e-mail heads up next time? I really want to come!!
i may be so out of the loop, but is this a workshop that you do?
i would love if you would concider an online snapshot. i am in utah and adore everything you do!
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Chrissie Grace - I’ve never left a comment but I loooove your blog so much.
My etsy store is:
http://www.mixedmediamama.etsy.com
Chrissie Grace
Christy - Here’s my etsy shop, I am new to Etsy. Just starting up my shop
http://www.etsy.com/shop/onelovephoto8
Thanks!
Whitney - Hi, I just discovered your site and blog and LOVE it!!
My etsy store:
brighterday.etsy.com
Sam - Hi there, I’ve been visiting here for a while and love this space. My etsy shop is http://www.etsy.com/shop/inklore
Sarah - HI! i discovered your blog a few months ago and have really been enjoying it! My etsy store: http://www.hartsdesire.etsy.com
Anna Marie - I am a daily reader and I happen to have 2 Etsy shops.
RustyCottage.etsy.com
LovingAddie.etsy.com
Tracy - I was very curious about the lovelies tab! Love your blog!
My etsy stores:
Treelove26.etsy.com
thebrownsweater.etsy.com
Ruth - Hi Ashley!
My etsy store is
gracelaced.etsy.com
(…oh, and Rita, from Faith Comes By Hearing will be contacting you!)
ashlee - i cant wait to visit Aprils store…maybe today! it looks quite lovely:)
here is my link to my etsy…tweetbabydesigns.etsy.com
kristi - love your blog! I have an etsy store-
http://www.etsy.com/shop/bluejeanmama
thanks!
chantelle - OOoo, this sounds exciting! Here is my shop http://www.etsy.com/shop/sweetsassystudio.
I really love your blog-your ideas are amazing!
Chantelle
thanks so much for sharing with the world!
Anna Joy - Thanks Ashley!!!
http://www.annasjoy.etsy.com
http://www.thejoycottage.etsy.com
I wish I was close enough to take classes at Southern Hospitality…:( But since it’s only 4 hours away, I could come visit!
SeaminglySarah - I was wondering what The Lovelies tab was. Thanks for clearing it up for us. My etsy store is SeaminglySarah at http://www.seaminglysarah.etsy.com
Lori Danelle - My etsy shop is empty. . .
but someday it won’t be, and since I don’t know what you’re doing I’m giving it to you anyway! 
http://www.etsy.com/shop/loridanelle
Sarah - I just LOVE your blog…check it everyday…you are one creative woman!
my etsy store is:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/thespottedlily
thanks so much for the opportunity Ashley!
Abby - My store is txstar.etsy.com. Thanks! Love your blog!!!
Jen - Hi! I love your site and can’t wait to see what you have planned! My little shop is 700west.etsy.com Thanks!!
Lindsay Thomas - I’m going to tell you my etsy shop name but beware – I have yet to fill it with anything!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/lindsthomas
Jill - Thanks for doing this Ashley!
I hope you don’t mind including the vintage side of Etsy!
Jill - forgot to add my shop link:
http://www.bellalulu.etsy.com
Jenn McQuate - My mind is trying to figure out what you could be working on???? Can’t wait!
etsy shop:chippednails.etsy.com
thanks!
Jenn
Abby - My etsy store is currently empty (I just had a baby and need a little time to get everything back up and running!) Thanks!
Andy - hi love your blog and i have commented a couple of times
the link to my etsy shop is
http://www.etsy.com/shop/ourhopechest
excited to see what doing on new with your blog
Amber - A great customer of mine is a huge fan of your blog and just shared it with me today! I will definitely add it to my reader. My shop is announcingyou.etsy.com
Elizabeth - Not sure what you are planning, but I’m sure it will be great….
My etsy shop is http://www.etsy.com/shop/Catchick6Creations
dixie - Just stumbled upon your blog from another blog and I just voted for you on the lovelies
http://dixiediy.etsy.com
Margie - I’m intrigued…my etsy shop is http://www.etsy.com/shop/MyGraceDesigns. Hope you make it to the top spot on the lovlies! If they allowed it I would vote for you a bunch of times!
Sondra - I pop on your blog from time to time! I have two boys and totally relate to your daily adventures:)
Here is my Etsy shop…
http://www.etsy.com/shop/longingforhome
Robyn Lee - I LOVE LOVE LOVE your blog.
http://www.etsy.com/shop/rcrumbyphotography
Martina - http://lighthand.etsy.com
nicole - Hello!
I sell some fun vintage treasures here http://www.malibu3512.etsy.com
Debbie - My husband and I love your blog. Can’t wait to see what you are doing. My etsy store is http://www.etsy.com/shop/FruitOfMyHands
Kae - Love your photography! I’m a huge fan of it. You deserve to be a finalist!
Here is my etsy: kariselle.etsy.com
Ida - Hmm… did my comment get stuck? Anyway, I just voted for you! Here’s my shop:
http://teaforthoughts.etsy.com
Molly - I love your blog! My etsy store is http://www.thepaperhat.etsy.com
Rachel Ridd - Thanks for his opportunity. I can’t wait to see what you do!
Store: Stella Bella Boutique
stellabellaboutique.etsy.com
rachel
pamela - i adore you and cannot understand how you manage to do what you do!! my etsy shop should be refilled this weekend (fingers crossed!)
http://www.etsy.com/shop/lovemetwicetoday
jody - i love your blog! i recently discovered it and it’s just lovely!
my etsy shop is
http://www.etsy.com/shop/jodydarryl
jody
Kristen - Oh I think you’re fabulous! My shop is : http://www.maydaystudiodesigns.etsy.com
Ali Richardson - My Etsy shop:
http://www.oohlalaco.etsy.com
Thanx for being awesome!!!
Kayla - I just love your blog!!!! I look forward to reading it each day.
My new Etsy shop is
PoutTPants.etsy.com
Thanks!
Chelsea - (i’m really sorry if this posts twice??!! Seems like the first time didn’t work) Thank you for this opportunity to share our etsy shops! I just love your blog and your photography has inspired me to ask for a d-slr camera and photography classes for my birthday…so…thank you!!
My etsy shop Lola Miren:
http://www.lolamiren.etsy.com
annie - thanks!
My etsy shop (will be updating)
http://www.pennypicklesart.etsy.com
Celia - My Etsy store is:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/cacalestini
Raechel - Here’s my Etsy shop. It’s always changing because I’m always making something different. It is currently stocked with bibs and burp cloths in bright, beautiful fabrics (just to prove that those sort of things don’t have to be ugly or obnoxious – they can be lovely too!).
Heres the link: http://www.etsy.com/shop/raechelmyers
Johanna - Hi Ashley–I too am a photographer, but I am also looking into new adventures. Your blog has been a huge inspiration to read!! My true passion as a former art teacher, is children’s artwork. I have designed posters where parents can send me their child’s work, and I will help them display it beautifully in their home. The Etsy store is: http://www.etsy.com/shop/simplycreate
allison - love your blog! my etsy shop is http://www.almdesigns.etsy.com
Kyla - hey ashley!
love your site and all your amazing photography.
my (new) shop is here: http://kove.etsy.com
Jolie - Ashley, you are such a generous soul! My little etsy shop is http://www.etsy.com/gawjus. Thanks!
FP Wear - One of my regular blog reads! Thanks for the inspiration.
My Etsy shop is: http://www.etsy.com/shop/FPWear
Michelle Gray - My etsy site is:
http://acaciacustomart.etsy.com/
Thanks!
maegan - Hey Ashley, it’s not up and running yet, and I don’t know what you have in store, but my etsy shop is http://www.fireflylantern.etsy.com
Kelly - just discovered your blog – very cool!
my etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/KegDesign
Hollye - Hi Ashley! I got an Etsy!
HollyeBelles.etsy.com
Lisa @ ElleBows - would love to be included if it’s not too late
http://www.ellebows.com links to my etsy shop
ellen - not sure if i’m too late, but here’s the link to my etsy shop:
http://www.handmaderecess.etsy.com
Heather - Congrats on the Lovelies – I’m just catching up on my reader this morning!
My Etsy store is http://www.etsy.com/shop/hthrphoto
Excited to see what you’re putting together!
Jess - Hi there! Love, love, love your blog. You are so talented!! Here is my Etsy shop: http://www.sublimedesigner.etsy.com
Lisa G - Hope I’m not too late! I thought I had already left my comment, but obviously not! (Sorry, a bit distracted with the little ones running around)
http://www.LeytonSmiles.etsy.com
Jackie Rueda - I love your new template ?
Here’s my shop: http://www.jackierueda.etsy.com
Thanks!
christa - Like a lot of others, I have been reading your blog for a while and just LOVE it! I don’t know where you find time to do all the stuff you do!! But, nonetheless, your stuff is super inspiring and awesome!
My etsy shop – just a lil shop.
ditta.etsy.com
Tiffany Feger - http://www.etsy.com/fishyface
i just started it.
Lacey is my cousin, and she just directed me to your blog, i’m a first timer, you look like you’re amazing though:)
Niki - First time reader here
Hopped over from the Macs
http://www.etsy.com/shop/mysouthernbaby
Candi - Hi! I just stumbled on your blog last night, and I love it! My etsy shop is:
http://dolcechic.etsy.com