Let them eat cake!...and socks, and shoes and a couch.

Ok, so i have 3 dogs: Nina (6 yrs), Gus (1 yr) and Maddy (1 yr). Is there such a thing as a perpetual chewer? Nina, our Lab/Pit mix is pretty good. She never chews on anything, very well behaved--execpt for the rather annoying howl she gives off when she is excited! Maybe she thinks she is a wolf of sorts? Owe-woooo! Who knows...but Gus and Maddy are predominately Pits and, as i've come to learn, like to chew on everything in sight. In ONE day they chewed my son's socks, a hacky sack, a floor plant, a foam tennis ball, a small rug and a comforter. Not to mention, Maddy relieved herself of #1 and #2 in my kitchen, she is the Ninja pooper. You never know when she will strike next.

We've tried all kinds of chew toys and bones. The next best thing would be an actual automotive tire! (Trust me, we considered it...) I dont think there has ever been anyone that spent more money on peanut butter. Slathering it on anything that is "chew approved" and stuffing it in Kong balls to keep them busy for maybe 5-10 minutes. And yes, i've tried Apple Bitters spray...Apple Bitters, shmapple bitters. What's a girl to do? I turn my back for one minute and *poof*, there goes my socks. *Poof*, there goes my bra, *poof*, there goes my vacuum cleaner--well, that actually wouldn't be so bad.(I sure would like to get one of those fancy new Dysons!)

So, to keep a record of the pre-meditated K-9 destruction done to my home furnishings, I submit the following photos as evidence...


One of probably ten socks that are no longer...


One knob of the coffee table...


Gus had a hay-day while chewing the door frame, ugh...


This was done today right under my nose, the cushion is missing its stuffing...


...and the stuffings new home--the recycle bin.


Here are the two culprits, apparently chewing all day makes one very sleepy...


Window screens dont hold up to well when jumped upon...


One of many holes I will have to fill with dog poop to deter further digging by Gus...


Converse All-Stars make a delightful after-dinner snack...


Its a good thing she is so cute and...


...Vince loves to sleep with her,(Maddy loves it too)!


And as a bonus: To anyone who thinks Pit Bulls are killers...do these look like killers to you? I didnt think so...


So, among the peanut butter smeared debri of what i think is my home, we have 3 lovable dogs and one little boy who is in love with them all. (Even though they keep eating his toys...)

Don't sweat the small stuff...seriously:)

I have the #2 spot!

Check this out...Bellababy Studio is featured (along with others) in CraftCritique.com's Spring Blog Carnival! Come see what other crafty peeps have ready for Spring! You can find me in the #2 spot, yay for Spring!

CHROME AND BLISTERS

Who doesnt love a good car show? Gear heads, junk food, port-a-potties, foot blisters and vendors galore! We had an awesome time at the Goodguys Street Rod and Custom Car Show this past Sunday. This was actually the second one weve been to in about 6 months and it was held at Westworld in Scottsdale, that place is huge! First time we went, we could only see about a quarter of the cars because there were SO many! But this time we got to see all the hotrods and custom cars that were there, it was a smaller show, not sure why, though.

I just love taking photos of the fronts of these cars, they are beautiful! Hood ornaments, emblems, headlights, grills, fenders, paint--everything was alive with color and sparkle! I like shiny objects, and this was a photogs playground! I could have spent all weekend there trying to get the perfect shot, so many options-so little time. I'm thinking about getting some of these shots blown up and framed for my sons bedroom walls, pretty sure he would love that!

All in all, it was a freakin' blast and i cant wait to do it again! Although next time, i will definatley wear tennis shoes--not a stylin' pair of flats. I have the blisters to prove it...

My husband Chuck and I--nice tongue, babe...

...there was a guy there who made these little hotrods for kids, working steering wheel, and it comes equiped with a pushbar for parents! (wonder how much that would have cost?)

...a token black and white photo of myself, sorry, cant help it.

...the front end of the car my husband wants.

...the inside of the same car, check out the skull head shifter!

...and there she is, the lead wagon of Chucks dreams! I think he peed a little when he saw her...

...apparently, Chuck had this exact same truck--till he had to sell it. I think he's wondering if this truck really used to be his truck?

...and the best looking Hotrod, i saved for last! My handsome man...Charles.

...what a hunk!

I DO, I DO!!!!!

So, i had some leftover tulle from a previous project and put it to use today! These are some fascinators i whipped up today (i had the house to myself!). I modeled them for my husband when he got home and wrangled him into photographing them for me as well, good hubby:) So, take a peek and tell me what you think! Im gonna list them in my Etsy shop under Bridal/Pinup wear...

...green tulle with clear rhinestones...

...blue tulle with hot pink rhinestones...

...green tulle with lavender and green rhinestones...

...and then here are the other accessories i made too!

...double orchid clip...

...purple flower and vintage style fabric shank...

...bendy barrettes with vintage style fabric shank,

...so, whatcha think ya'll?

Mommy likey.

Grand National gots the groove...

Freakin' Friday

So...what else would i be doing on this fine Friday evening other than folding laundry? You guessed it--washing dishes. Our weekends (as parents) have consistently become like every other day. Same thing, different day. I'm starting to wonder where all the other thirty-somethings (with children) are? I dont seem to meet any of them, are they hiding? Do they not exist? Do i need to frequent a PTA meeting or something? Marco? Polo? I guess i just find it hard to believe that finding people with the same interests (or age, for the matter) has to be so dang difficult! Especially living in a big city like Tempe. But, of course, Tempe is a college town...that could be our problem.
     Chuck (my husband/best friend) and I might have to consider holding some "friend" interviews, if things keep going at this rate! We always catch ourselves peeking at couples we see around town and think, " I bet they would be cool to hang out with! Go talk to them! Go say Hi! Do you see any kids?" We are turning into "friend stalkers"! Do they have special groups for this sort of thing? Something like "We Have No Friends Anonymous"? Maybe we could meet weekly or something? I could bring the snacks! Then everyone becomes friends in the group and we all live happily ever after! Ahhhhhh, wouldnt that be ideal?  A great end to a great story. But, I guess for the time being, i will just throw another load in the washing machine and maybe polish the silverware. Happy freakin' Friday....

My favorite song, [for the time being]...

OK, i give in...

Ive finally decided to create this blog so my family and friends can tag along in my crazy crafty life . After hours (well, maybe not hours) of trying to decide on a "blog template", and tweeking colors and fonts and what-not along the way...here it is! Finally! Ugh...well worth the wait, eh? I'll just be chatting about my day-to-day "goings on" and most likely fill you in on anything i may be working on thats artsy/crafty. Sound good? I thought so. So, buckle up and hold on to ur drinks! cuz, here we go!....well, actually, im going to bed right now cuz its 12:20am and im pooped. We'll do this again tomorrow, deal? Same time, same place? K, nitey nite then....