tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138Mon, 04 Jan 2010 19:06:23 +0000http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/caribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)Blogger69125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-7758675267877998493Thu, 31 Dec 2009 20:28:00 +00002009-12-31T12:39:00.667-08:00new years greetingsswaps Well, it seems to be that time of year again.What time of year? you ask....Swap time, of course!!I just can't seem to help myself.I just love doing swaps. Especially the one above.Around this time last year is when I began blogging. I signed up for lots of swaps!!This one was by far, one of my favorites.This one was super fun to do too.Oh yeah, and One World One Heart (OWOH) is back for it's http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/12/swap-crazy.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-7987945174874042057Sat, 26 Dec 2009 19:18:00 +00002009-12-26T11:20:28.399-08:00salegreetingsHi everyone,I hope you all had a fabulous Christmas and are still enjoying your weekend.Just a quick note to let you know I've placed my Christmas items on sale in my goods shop.Check it out when you get a chance.Have a fabulous weekend.xoxoCari http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/12/after-christmas-sale.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-3959070232936173342Thu, 24 Dec 2009 00:53:00 +00002009-12-26T11:29:33.336-08:00book swapvintage ephemeraholidaysswapsI was lucky enough to join Thriftymisspriss's "Winter White" themed fat book swap. and, here is what I received.This page is by Kelly from inmysepiastudo. The little tag pulls out. Just adorable.This page is by Joyce from justifiedjourney.I don't know if you can tell from the picture but the house is on top of a fabulous satiny fabric with the most beautiful trims.This is one of my pages. I made http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/12/fat-book-swap-pages.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-7646513904412537188Mon, 21 Dec 2009 17:43:00 +00002009-12-21T09:56:25.245-08:00Christmas ornamentsChristmasswapshandsewn I wanted to share what I received in another fabulous swap.This was the 2009 Bloggers Ornament Exchange swap.I have to think I actually swooned when I opened the package.These are so absolutely fabulous and yummy. The pictures DO NOT do them justice.My super duper talented partner (she sewed these!!! boy, I wish I could sew) was April from frilyyfrolic. I am so glad I was finally able to http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/12/christmas-ornament-swap.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-2060608083700460690Sat, 19 Dec 2009 22:12:00 +00002009-12-19T14:29:42.569-08:00swap meetChristmasholiday cheerswaps Whew!! The mad dash to finish all of the things on my list before school let out is done!!Yeah. Now, I can breath a little, slow down, and really cherish this last week before Christmas with my kids.I have missed posting soooooo much.I have so many wonderful swap pictures to show you. Here is the first one:The wonderful Katie who has a sweet little etsy shop Smart Li'l Cookie,contacted me and http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/12/sweet-little-swap.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-6377066994469196366Thu, 10 Dec 2009 20:26:00 +00002009-12-10T12:32:31.666-08:00Holiday crazinessbloggingChristmasHi all!Gosh, it's been too long.I am so crazy busy. I know everyone out there is too, I just don't know how you lovely ladies post so often.Maybe that will be my New Years Resolution, then I won't be beating myself up during Christmas. I recently participated in 2 fabulous swaps and intend on showing you the lovelies I received SOON.This picture should be o.k, to copy. I found it while searching http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/12/happy-holiday-frenzy.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-2421855302007209319Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:07:00 +00002009-12-02T16:16:12.272-08:00handmade ornamentsvintage shiny bright glass beadspinkChristmashoneycomb paper I'm feeling Pink! O.K,Most of the time my family is really understanding about my crafting crazes.Some of the time they actually "get" it.Not so much with the whole "pink Christmas" thing. I can't seem to help myself though. I just keep creating in pink. I have a pink and white little Christmas tree right by where I sit in the family room but, that's about it. So, I just keep making pink thingshttp://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/12/pink-christmas.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-536076616680331122Thu, 26 Nov 2009 06:26:00 +00002009-11-25T22:32:55.390-08:00thanksgivingGratitudeThankfulnessHappy ThanksgivingJust a quick little post to tell all of you wonderful ladies how much I am Thankful for you. I have been so busy lately, that I have been popping by your blogs and not leaving comments. I am planning on fixing that soon. (I hope) But truly, you wonderful, creative, generous, ladies have made me feel a sense of belonging and community. I no longer feel misunderstood. Well, I http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/11/happy-thanksgiving.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-1804922020305384067Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:38:00 +00002009-11-20T11:55:04.100-08:00velvet ribbonvintage sheet musicvintage trimholiday necklacesolderingO.K, I talked about it enough, now let me show you what I made...I am of course referring to my soldering class with the famous Sally Jean Alexander (who is absolutely adorable and sweet as pie, by the way)The class was a Christmas House Necklace class. We made 6 pieces, 4 of them were 2 sided.Sally gave us about 40 minutes to do our artwork. Ugh!! I don't usually work that fast. It turned out tohttp://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/11/big-reveal.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-4523907360045532081Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:32:00 +00002009-11-11T16:39:07.051-08:00craft kitsvintage ephemerasoldering classesephemera kitscollage kits Here is a peek at some kits I just put in my shop.I was super inspired by the "winter white" theme used on a recent chubby book swap I participated in. So, I put together these adorable little kits in similar color combinations as the ones I used on my pages. Silver, creme, and pink! Yummmm!This kit is silver, creme, and aqua. Like a frost bitten winter morning. Last but not least, this one is http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/11/almost-time.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-1316436459884678564Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:56:00 +00002009-11-06T06:58:56.498-08:00Giveaway Just a quick post to announce the winner of my "Goods" shop Anniversary Giveaway.Congratulations Bellemere Cottage!!!Thank you to everyone who entered and to everyone who has made my shop a success.You all mean so much to me.Have a fantastic weekend.xoxoCari http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/11/giveaway-winner.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-8498631736816757764Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:23:00 +00002009-11-05T11:34:58.299-08:00swapsshabby chic Here is a quick sneak peek at some pages I made for a "Chunky Book Swap" with the lovely Robin from Thrifty Miss Priss.The theme is "Winter Whites" I can't wait to see the wonderful book put together with all of the pages finally in place.I'll show you more when I get it.P.S.I couldn't find my cameras battery charger so I had to go out and buy a new one. Ouch!!I did save the receipt because you http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/11/chunky-book-swap-sneak-peek.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-6259619828854471289Sun, 01 Nov 2009 18:24:00 +00002009-11-01T10:34:18.412-08:00crepe paper flowersGiveawayToday is the 6 month anniversary of my "Goods" shop!!Wow! Time really does fly.So, to celebrate the occasion, I am having a GIVEAWAY.All you have to do is go to my shop pick your favorite item and leave me a comment, between now and Thursday 11/4 at midnight, telling me what it is. The giveaway will be whatever item you picked if you are the winner.Good Luck!!I'll announce the winner this Fridayhttp://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/11/giveaway.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-2200399014372692985Fri, 23 Oct 2009 04:44:00 +00002009-10-22T22:02:24.815-07:00vintage lunch pailshalloween garlandsChristmas ornamentspin cushionsHalloweenchenillepumpkinsswaps Just a super quick post to show you what I received in the "Sweet and Sinister" swap hosted by the A Year of Color blog.My swap partner was Cristina Sequino from Sweet Pea InkLet me just say, she is absolutely fabulous. So this is what I see when I open the box, in the car because I just can't wait until I get in the house. And, I make my husband sit there with me to see what sinister treats http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/10/more-sweet-than-sinister.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-5739861396512759844Sat, 17 Oct 2009 15:53:00 +00002009-10-17T09:16:39.855-07:00partyvintageHalloween Hello,welcome to my Haunted Celebration!!part of A Fanciful Twists A Hauntingly Magical CelebrationMs. Witchy has invited Mr. Pumpkin over for a little Halloween feast!!Doesn't he look handsome, top hat in hand.I hope she doesn't have anything wicked up her sleeve.Uh oh!! I think she's poisoned the food (again)!!Poor Mr. Pumpkin, he wasn't quite as cunning as Ms. Witchy and he ended up her http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/10/my-haunted-celebration.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)30tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-5108020478583978624Tue, 13 Oct 2009 17:07:00 +00002009-10-13T10:14:01.819-07:00suppliessalevintagejewelryHALLOWEEN SALE!!All Halloween and or Black and White items in my jewelry store and my goods store are on sale for 15% off exclusively for blog readers and their friends. So, spread the word....Just leave me a comment when you make a purchase and I will refund you your 15% savings.Sale is from now until Friday Oct. 16th at noon Pacific.discount is taken off of merchandise only.Then, I'm taking it http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/10/halloween-sale.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-8777683757577230145Mon, 12 Oct 2009 05:35:00 +00002009-10-11T22:47:56.433-07:00etsycrownbloggingswaps I love blogging!!No, really!! You meet and get to know the most fabulous, giving, talented people on earth.So many, I think maybe I'll start trying to feature amazing bloggers every once in awhile.Today is Shelly of Snohomish, this lovely lady purchased some of my paper goodies and has incorporated them into her fabulous designs. WOW!! Boy do I feel privileged. Check out her fabulous blog and http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/10/i-love-blogging.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-8198297225534395805Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:10:00 +00002009-09-29T13:26:26.836-07:00giveawaysHalloweenwitchdecorationI apparently have become quite the "lucky girl". Maybe it's because I named my store and my blog luckygirlgifts. But, whatever the reason, before I started blogging I was most definitely un-lucky. Well, I have a wonderful husband, healthy children, a nice home, etc. So I am lucky that way. I mean, I've never been able to win anything. That is until I started blogging.Look at the latest amazing http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/09/be-lated-thank-you.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-8033202690253902298Mon, 21 Sep 2009 22:39:00 +00002009-09-21T16:40:14.546-07:00vintage old maidvintage flashcardsDisneyland displayvintage playing cardsvintage animal rummy Hi everyone, sorry I haven't posted in awhile. My youngest son turned 7 last Friday and we were crazy busy getting ready for his party.We did although take a little trip. On this "said" trip we found this beautiful and inspiring window display. I couldn't help myself, I had to take pictures. Unfortunately, all I had with me was my phone. I have never taken a picture with my phone and then http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/09/pretty-inspirational-pictures.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-8232496563071513018Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:43:00 +00002009-09-10T10:33:12.997-07:00Pretty little feltsvintage french textChristmas ornamentswool felt dollsvintage sheet musicSweat Peavintage french labelsHalloweenfelt ringsbuttonsSweet Pea at itsawhimsicallife started her "spoonful of creativity a day" campaign. I thought it sounded like a great challenge. Click here to read all about it.Then, I got sick and didn't post any of the little crafties I worked on. So, here goes:This is my first attempt to make a little felted witch. She'll be perfect for a swap I'm in.Inspiration came from Julie Collings absolutely amazing http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/09/crafties-in-progress.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-2182506729852976857Fri, 28 Aug 2009 22:38:00 +00002009-08-28T15:46:06.438-07:00workshopssally jeansolderingYeah!!! I got a spot!!When I first found out about Sally Jean having soldering workshops in San Diego I got so excited but I hesitated so that I could check the finances with hubby. Boy was that a mistake!!All the classes were full :-(So, I put my name on the waiting list and then thought positive thoughts, prayed, thought more positive thoughts and POOF!! Sally Jean added more classes!!I told http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/08/sally-jean-soldering-workshops.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-4178983117340762585Sat, 22 Aug 2009 22:59:00 +00002009-08-22T16:12:25.531-07:00seam binding ribbonvintage laceconesvintage rhinestonesembossed wallpapervintage sheet musicvintage velvet flowersHalloweenvintage floral wallpapertussie-mussies I have always been enamored by Tussie Mussies (or cones). I love them.I have always wanted to make them.I finally did!! First, I was inspired by Halloween. I love this German Silver Glitter.I added a vintage Chandelier crystal to the bottom and some velvet ribbon and a chenille stem.Then, of course I had to make a pink fru-fru one.I took a piece of vintage floral wallpaper and framed it in this http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/08/tussie-mussies.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-7699964035870305939Sat, 15 Aug 2009 19:13:00 +00002009-08-15T12:35:26.292-07:00vintage reindeervelvet rick-rackvintage laceGiveawayChristmasA few weeks ago Michelle from lifeonthisgoodday hosted a Christmas in July blog party and had a wonderful giveaway. I was lucky enough to win one of your fabulous prizes (She gave 3 different items away). Look at the amazing goodies I got. See the vintage doll head pick?She was even nice enough to contact the winners to find our their color preferences. Isn't she just the best!! She is such an http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/08/christmas-treat-in-august.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-8725550291181293213Thu, 13 Aug 2009 16:30:00 +00002009-08-13T09:49:48.338-07:00poolsummer funback to schoolbeachDisneyland Well, summer is officially over for me. Boo hoo!!! Three of my babies went back to school yesterday. Despite the look on my sons face, he is actually pretty excited to be there. I got super duper lucky this year and got 2 of the most amazing Elementary school teachers ever!! My youngest daughter also got a rockin Jr. High schedule. All the classes she wanted and one of her best friends in EVERY http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/08/back-to-school.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4952311379828579138.post-2421772201786298318Fri, 07 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +00002009-08-07T16:30:17.052-07:00crepe paper flowersGiveawayvintage sheet musicsilver glitterHalloweenprizesswapsHarley at KoalaFuzz is hosting a 13 Days of Halloween Swap She has rounded up some sponsors to donate prizes for her swap.How exciting!! So, if you sign up for her swap, you not only get to have a fabulous partner and lots of goodies swapped. But, you also get the chance to win a fabulous prize from one of her sponsors.Well, she found me on etsy and asked if I would be willing to donate. Of http://luckygirlgifts.blogspot.com/2009/08/fabulous-swap-opportunity.htmlcaribruno@msn.com (luckygirlgifts)4