Sugar Plum Bazaar

I can't wait to be a part of this 1st ever Sugar Plum Bazaar in Denver, CO!  It is going to be GREAT! :)

The CUTEST Memory Box!

First off...I know, I know it has been a long time since I've done a post...so sorry! I can't promise that I will be better at posting on a regular basis, but I will certainly try to be better!

A few weeks ago a darling little gal came into the gallery in Eads (Artists Of The Plains) to have a peek around. I wasn't working that day, but my wonderful friend Lil was, and she is always so kind to tell customers about my memory boxes that I make (I made 5 for her last year as Christmas gifts for her girls)! So anyways, she showed this gal and she loved them! She then contacted me about doing two custom ones for her. I just LOVE the way they turned out, here is a peek at one of them (she asked me not to post the other one, as it is a gift).





She loved them so much that she even made it her facebook profile picture! I've had lots of inquires about them now and I'm hoping I will have lots more memory boxes to make soon! Let me know if you are interested in one and I will get you a quote. :)

Horseshoe Craft and Flea Market...Coming Soon!

Read the Interview and Enter the Giveaway!

About a week ago, I had a gal by the name of Samy contact me on etsy about doing an interview and giveaway on her blog. After checking out her blog, Samy in Wonderland, and seeing what a wonderful place it was I really wanted to do it. She has many great interviews and some wonderful giveaways, you really should check it out and become a follower! Samy also has an etsy shop, Princess Samy Vintage, full of great vintage goodies. To read the interview and enter the giveaway go here.

Tooting Your Own Horn - A Treasury

Just got notified yesterday that one of my soldered pendants was included in a treasury. I just love the theme...too funny! The treasury was created by 123cabazas, she included many wonderful finds so go check it out!

Pretty Shooters - Lani's Vintage Was in a Treasury!

blueflowervintage was so kind to include my vintage Ansco camera in her first ever treasury! She did a wonderful job putting it together and she also has a wonderful shop of vintage goodies...so go check her out!

Sweet William Market - Stapleton's Founders' Green

For more information about the market visit their website at Sweet William Market.

I will be doing all of the Sweet William Markets from May to September! Every market is on the last Saturday of the month from 9 am to 2 pm. Not only will I have my handmade items Objects Of Affection, I will also have my vintage goodies Lani's Vintage. If you have a chance to stop by the market I would love to meet you!

I'll be here...Olde Town Market - Littleton, Colorado

Would ya, could ya, will ya...vote for my pendant?

A wonderful etsy seller Studio Haus has included one of my new "Recycled Type" pendants on her wonderful blog! If you could, I would greatly appreciate if you vote for my pendant...pretty please!? Go here to vote ~ Studio Haus

Introducing...Recycled Type

Recycled Type Pendants - OVER 60 SAYINGS AVAILABLE!

Fun * Quirky * Serious







These fun reversible pendants are typed on my vintage typewriter and have a recycled security envelope on the reverse side!

* Made with a lead-free solder.
* Measures 1" by 1 1/2" (not including jump ring)
* Protected with a wax finish to keep them from tarnishing.
* Looks great on a ribbon necklace, contact me for colors available and price.

Many, many more of these fun pendants will be added to my shop, so be sure to check back often to see the newest additions! If you have a saying that you would like me to create for you, just let me know.

***FREE SHIPPING TO ANYONE MAKING A PURCHASE FROM TODAY UNTIL APRIL 15TH...JUST MENTION "FREE SHIPPING" AT CHECKOUT!***

Valentine's Day Banners - New!

Are you gonna pop the big question on Valentine's Day...Will You Marry Me? If so...why not do it with this banner, on sale now in my etsy shop Objects Of Affection.


Or if you just want to remind someone that you love them...this is the perfect banner for you! This banner will be listed very soon...so keep watching my shop!

Wish List Wednesday - Calendars

First Row Left to Right:
Wall Calendar w/ Spiral $23.20 - www.behappynow.etsy.com
Desk Calendar $18 - www.Cabin.etsy.com
Screen Printed Calendar $15 - www.curiousdoodles.etsy.com
Illustrated Art Calendar $28 - www.leahduncan.etsy.com

Second Row Left to Right:
The Birds $37 - www.bomobob.etsy.com
4X6 Desktop Calendar $20 - www.gracehesterdesigns.etsy.com
Printable Matchbox Calendar $5 - www.govango.etsy.com
Through the Seasons $20 - www.stationeryboutique.etsy.com

Third Row Left to Right:
Polaroids Calendar $22 - www.AliciaBock.etsy.com
Large 8.5X14 Illustrations $19 - www.rethinkink.etsy.com
Limited Edition Calendar $18 - www.InkspotWorkshop.etsy.com
Teeny Tiny Calendar w/ Easel $10 - www.kittyrogers.etsy.com

He Is No Dummy - Vintage Ventriloquist Dummy - Looking For New Home

Just listed in my etsy shop Lani's Vintage.







Imagine my surprise to answer the door and find this dashing young man. There he stood all 24" of him! He told me he was tired of living in a dusty closet and had heard of the land of Etsy, where vintage treasures could find a new home! So, he set off to find the good queen Lani (me), who he had heard, could help him find this wonderful land called Etsy.

Queen Lani said she would be glad to help him find a wonderful new home, but first she would have to press his clothes. So she went about pressing his red jacket, white dickey with black bow tie (which she noticed had a slight stain), tan pants and his plaid jacket. Queen Lani also notice that he was wearing the cutest little red and black felt cowboy boots; however, one was missing the white horse felt applique. In no time his clothes were pressed and he was looking like a million bucks.

Next she had to examine him and take some photos. He was a bit shy when she told him first she would have to photograph him without his clothing, but he was willing if that was what it took to find a new home. Queen Lani did notice that he had a few seams coming undone, the two seams under his arms and a seam on his left leg. She also noticed that he was having trouble talking, as his jaw needed some repairing. He seemed worried that no one would want him with the defects that he had, but Queen Lani reassured him that there was someone who would still be willing to give him a new home.

Now that he was cleaned and photographed Queen Lani posted his information on Etsy and told him it would be no time at all and he would be meeting his new family. At this news he smiled ear to ear!

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Here is some information I found on this dummy~

http://www.ventriloquistcentral.com/ventriloquism-tribute/ventriloquist-toys/index.htm

Jerry Mahoney (Dark Hair) - There are Jerry figures that with dark hair. These are usually the 24" Jerry (#2) and the 32" semi-pro version (#3). Why they have dark hair instead of orange involves several explanations/theories. One explanation given is that Juro used whatever paint they had to finish spraying figures before reloading the sprayer with red. Another possibility is that with the end of the contract with Winchell, Juro had 24" heads left over as well. The hair of these were painted black and they were sold, usually with the red jacket and tan pants that Little Ricky wore. Due to the similarity in clothing, most of the dark haired 24" Jerrys were probably sold around the time of release of Little Ricky (1967), and after the Jerry contract ended.

More...Custom Shadow Boxes

A few more custom shadow boxes that i created this holiday season! These five shadow boxes were made for a dear friend, each is of one of her daughters. I was thrilled to hear that they each loved their gift...YAY! If you would like a custom shadow box made please contact me and i can let you know a price objectsofaffection@yahoo.com.

Custom Shadow Boxes that I Created

OK...now that the holidays are over, maybe now i can get back to posting on a regular basis. As i said before, i was really busy with custom shadow box orders (16 boxes total) this holiday season, so i wanted to share what i made! Here are 8 custom boxes that i did for a gal. The picture inside is of her mother and father, and she gave them to her brothers and sisters for Christmas. I choose to do all 8 boxes with different backgrounds, and i love the way each one turned out. Which one is your favorite?

Denver's Holiday Handmade Alternative Craft Fair

First off...I am so sorry about being absent from my blog for so very long! I have been absolutely swapped with custom orders, YAY! I wanted to share some exciting news...I got accepted to Denver's Holiday Handmade Craft Fair (put on by Fancy Tiger). Please stop by and see me, I would love to meet you!

Wednesday Wish List - For the Feet, What a Treat!

First Row Left to Right:
Strippy Linen shoes $50 - www.LaLaShoes.etsy.com
Kitty Mary Janes $22 - www.emandsprout.etsy.com
OOAK Studded $32 - www.2treasurehunt.etsy.com
Leather Baby $10 - www.craftsbydiana.etsy.com

Second Row Left to Right:
Bridal flats $68 - www.HydraHeart.etsy.com
She's So Sweet $42 - www.woolybaby.etsy.com
Felt Boots $175 - www.EnchantedGypsy.etsy.com
Felt Baby Shoes $24 - www.frannyandjune.etsy.com

Third Row Left to Right:
Organic Baby Boots $34 - www.infusion.etsy.com
Gladiator Boots $150 - www.TantrikaTribe.etsy.com
The Belle $32.95 - www.thebelleandthebeau.etsy.com
Old School Tattoo $22 - www.ld81818.etsy.com

i dream of flying - Soldered Pendant Necklace





This is the first piece that I've made with wings and I really love it! The pendant was made using a lead free solder and from end to end this necklace measures 15". Now available in my etsy shop www.objectsofaffection.etsy.com

My Art Was Published in Cloth Paper Scissors!

I have been on cloud 9. The other day I got my favorite magazine, Cloth Paper Scissors, in the mail and discovered that my soldered shadow box had been included on the cover page (pg. 74) of "Skeletons In Your Closet" Readers Challenge. I am so honored to be included among the many very talented artists who make up this wonderful magazine, and I hope that I will be included in many more issues to come!

Wish List Wednesday - Etsy From Colorado

First Row Left to Right:
Chunky Knit Cowl $54 - www.KiwiAndCompany.etsy.com
5X5 W $15 - www.jacquelynlee.etsy.com
Love Bird Rings $45 - www.Simag.etsy.com
Throw Pillow $26 - www.PersnicketyHome.etsy.com

Second Row Left to Right:
Mind's Eye $119 - www.jacksoncreede.etsy.com
Library Day Dress $65 - www.Soil.etsy.com
Telephone Wire Bangles $18 - www.Kranky.etsy.com
Argyle Journal $19 - www.disconsolator.etsy.com

Third Row Left to Right:
Great Escape Buckle $25 - www.jenniferkent.etsy.com
Black and White Stripes $18 - www.mmsomewhere.etsy.com
Icy Blue Bowl $32- www.montezumamudd.etsy.com
Snap Clutch $34 - www.ModDotTextiles.etsy.com