Berry Picker’s Heart

One of my favorite Stumptown summer activities is to drive out to Sauvie Island. Just ten miles northwest of downtown, I love exploring this expanse lush area. Off on Gilliand Road we stopped at Columbia Farms to do some berry picking.

We couldn’t have picked a better day to visit. There were not very many others out that day surprisingly. Walking through the fields and sun shining down makes you really feel at ease. We took our time picking blackberries, marionberries, and boysenberries.  It was hard to resist nibbling them right then and there. So sweet, so tart!

Now the time has come to share!

I’m so thrilled to share with you a new necklace created by me.
And it’s available in the shop!

“The Berry Picker’s Heart” – necklace

The pendant’s face is composed of 2 elements. The top is a slightly domed, vintage lucite cabochon with a burgundy raspberry shade in the craters. The bottom element is a Patikan wood square pendant made in the Philippines that measures 35mm in width & height. The woodgrain may vary slightly from the one pictured since it’s real wood. Patikan wood display a rich and distinctive grain that makes each unique.

Each necklace is completed with an antique brass-finish chain. The necklace is a 3mm chain, 20″ in length, finished with a lobster clasp finding.

Necklaces are shipped in an adorable box, ready to give as a gift. I pay special attention to the packaging to make it special for you or your recipient. It’s a lovely gift to give a friend, family member, co-worker, or partner.

I’m looking forward to revisting Sauvie at least once more before the summer season ends. Any of you readers out there do share if you have any favorite spots on the island. I would love to hear about them!

 

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Over & Into the City Forest

Over the warm weekend my husband & I retreated to the majestic Laurelhurst Park. Sometimes I forget how close it really is. With our flip flops on, we trudged out to the perfect partial sun spot.

Metallic Champagne flip flops & Matte Merlot Nail polish: Gap

We brought our favorite picnic blanket and pillows, packed club sandwiches, and sweet sugary beverages.

Leaf picnic blanket, pillows: Target. Black bear canvas tote bag: Crafty Wonderland Shop

It was so nice to just kick back, hear the birds a chirpin’ and get lost in our thoughts. Above our heads… leaves were getting along swimmingly with the bright blue skies and sunshine.

Red shades: Be*Mused BoutiquePDX Represent t-shirt: Tender Loving Empire

I’m currently reading Area 51 by Annie Jacobsen. It’s a bit overwhelming just looking at it’s thickness! I found out about the book on the Daily Show with John Stewart. I normally read fiction but hearing about it really intrigued me. Hopefully I make it to the end. Only 2 hundy and some odd numbers to go. Eep.

Of course some drawin’ in the Moleskine had to be had. I love the post lanterns that line the paths paved around the park. I don’t know much about the history of Laurelhurst, but I bet there is some rich history among these grassy rolling hills… and all the homes that sit amidst.

Grass resin necklace : Fernworks / Faryn Davis

In the center of the park there is a pond. The blue green water is mesmerizing! I can picture little boats floating in the calm waters around the ducklings and bubbly springs.

It feels good to get back into writing. I know I’ve been a stranger for the past few months or so. My plate sure has been full this summer. And lengthy visit back to the Midwest was done.

It’s a brand new week lovelies. I hope you have a good one.  xoxo, Alissa.

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Follow-up: ’11 Super Colossal Spring Sale

This year’s Crafty Wonderland Spring Sale was awesome!
No surprise. When has it not been awesome?!

This is the second year that the Spring Sale has been held at the Oregon Convention Center. This year it was also just for one day only.

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Rad goodie bags were given to the first 200 shoppers in line.

goodie bags

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There were book signings of some crafty talented authors, Cathy Callahan, Heidi Kenney, and Susan Beal.

Crafty authors

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There were free craft workshops for visitors, like glittered bird pins. Put a bird on it, FTW :)

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Some snaps of my booth!

A new Crafty Wonderland mascot has been released! It was created by the witty, Ryan Berkley.

Crafty Wonderland tote with mascot

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I treated myself and purchased my very own ‘Dolls for Friends’! I’ve been wanting one for a very long time now. My cat looks thrilled.

Thanks to all that help make this one of Portland’s best craft events!

I can’t wait for the next Crafty Wonderland, December 10th and 11th. Mark your calendars!

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