WHAT I'VE BEEN UP TO LATELY

This past month has been surprisingly busy! There's so much I need to update you all on.

First...
I am now an organic farmer!! Well, I work for at an organic farm. Does that make me a farmer? Or is that not until I have a distinct farmer's tan, muck boots, and an insatiable desire to eat organic, local, heirloom tomatoes all the time? 

That last one isn't too far of a stretch...

Anyways, I now work for Lighthouse Gardens, which is a very unique organic farm; not only do they sell organic produce, but also organic starter plants (vegetable, herb, and ornamental), organic specially-formulated soil, and all of those in wholesale quantities, as well. It's a big operation! Apparently it's also one of the only organic farms that has each of those dimensions and operates out of a greenhouse in all of U.S.! Pretty spiffy.

It's been so much fun already. So far I have toiled in the fields, greenhouse, and the Brighton Farmers' Market. My favorite work so far has been in the greenhouse, because it is so beautiful, calming, and introverted! This job is a huge answer to prayer, because I have hated working so many extroverted jobs over the years and wanted something with a little more solitude. And this... is perfect. I'm so thankful!!

I'm also just elated that I get paid for doing something I love.

Which, and this might be a little sad, but... I forgot that could happen, that you could love your job, since I have had jobs that are totally against my personality for years. It's refreshing to realize you wouldn't mind working an hour longer when it's already time to leave. It's liberating.

I also have new creative endeavors! I am now consulting and assisting a friend with her newly formed Etsy shop, Painting 4 Him. So far it has been a blast! I love envisioning with her what she wants her shop to become and managing her online presence. She has already had a sale; isn't that great?? Check out her shop; she crafts adorable, colorful quilts and primitive art. 

As if I'm not busy enough between those two new developments, my other job, being a wife, and my Etsy shop, 48valentine, I've decided to make more handmade items! I can't go into detail right now because this theory seems to really apply to me. But I can't wait to go through this process and eventually reveal my handmade goodness to the world!!

What have you guys been up to lately? I'd love to hear what my readers do and what new adventures they're embarking on. Tell all in the comments! :)

Photo Cred:

First photo.

CORNERS OF MY STUDIO

I have a little studio. It's actually not that little, but with all of my stuff ("art supplies") crammed in it, it feels kind small. And... I'm working on that. BUT. There are occasionally some scenes worth sharing...

My studio is basically purgatory for all of my 48valentine goods, before they find the heaven of an etsy shopper's home. Above is my very first etsy order- a book. 

(This one isn't actually in my studio, but our living room. I just like it a lot.)

Here's to getting your hands dirty with art projects.

INTRODUCING 48VALENTINE: MY SHOP!

Hello, lovelies!

Since it's SPRING (yayyyyyyy!!!!), I thought this would be a good time to introduce you to my shop, 48valentine! I'm adding more and more springy items every day... the bright, new colors make 48valentine look like a garden blossoming :)

Here's a cute little soft blue pigglie I added today! He is SO happy. Guaranteed to cheer up any grump.



And a small china cup without a handle, perfect for holding bobby pins or a succulent...




These soft little baby bloomers are perfect for Easter. Keep that lil' baby bum cozy in soft pink!



Lastly, a white teacup with a hint of neon green.

Anyways, that's my shop! It's been so much fun scoring stores for unique finds and working so hard on the listings (that's the hardest part so far:). There are lots more items in the shop, so take a peek!

Can't wait to list more... I have lots of treasures coming soon!