PIEOGRAPHY and Pie Making Contest!

Last year, I submitted savory pie this recipe and essay to a contest on the Where Women Cook blog, and was fortunate enough to have my submission chosen be included for publication in PIEOGRAPHY - 42 Fabulous Recipes Inspired by 39 Extraordinary Women.

I am pleased to announce, it's finally here!  A 176 page hardcover book in an 8x8 inch format full of gorgeous recipes, photos and musings - mouthwatering inspiration for pie lovers everywhere.

What a fun adventure it was to be included in this process.  I wasn't sure what to expect, as I'd never had anything published in an actual *book* before, just magazines.

It took a good amount of time, but the wait was worth it.  Jo Packham and her team really did a great job of putting this collection of recipes and stories together.  Opening the package carefully with my mail carrier (she's the best) was so exciting - I could hardly believe it when I saw my name and words on the glossy pages.

My husband took a photo of me, and I was so proud of him too because it looked great in the layout.  A truly rewarding experience for the both of us.  The recipe photo turned out fantastic as well - looks super yummy to say the least!

If you are in the Tacoma area, join me at King's Books on Thursday, March 14th at 7 PM for a Pi(e) Day Celebration and Pie Making Contest!  Bake and bring your best pie for our judges to sample - winner will receive a copy of PIEOGRAPHY and a big fat ribbon!

It's going to be so much fun!  I can't wait to see what you folks bake, so GET BAKING!!!

There will also be copies for sale at the event, or if you can't wait, you can find this book for sale at King's Books now, or online at Amazon, Barnes and Noble and Powell's.

Thanks for sharing in my excitement!

Glitter Haus 2nd Annual Holiday Event is today!

I couldn't be more excited!  I've been hard at work crafting new goodies to share with you, as well as procuring a collection of vintage Christmas treasures and home accessories that will be available to peruse at the event!

Of course, I've been so busy that I forgot to take any pictures!  Here's a couple - one phone pic and one from the last show offering.  Kind of embarrassed that this is all I have, but you'll just have to show up today to see the rest!  I'm feeling very proud of my new work.  :)

Be sure to rsvp!  This event is in a charming neighborhood home, and you will be sad to miss it!  See you there from 11-3 PM.

Covered in glitter

Everything in my workroom is covered in glitter whether or not I want it to be, including myself.  But it's all for a good cause.  I've been hard at work creating little sparkly goodies for the upcoming holiday craft sales.  That's why I haven't posted much lately, so please forgive me.  I hope this sneak peek at what my little fingers have been busy crafting will make up for it!

Miniature winter vignettes

Background in a Box

Miniature Fairie Abodes

Holiday Assemblage

3-D Ornaments

Decorated German Nut Baskets

Handwoven Nests

Many of the items were sculpted with spun cotton, my new favorite material, along with imported German elements, vintage findings, train miniatures and LOTS of sparkles.  Almost everything is tiny, and the items were challenging and fun to make.

The first sale is this weekend at King's Books in Tacoma - the Tacoma Is For Lovers holiday craft sale, Saturday and Sunday 11-4 both days.  You can find more info here on their website.  This is my favorite TIFL sale (they're usually twice a year), because the vendors really go all out with their top notch creations.  It's some of the best of what Tacoma has to offer as far as handmade goes.

The other event where I'll be showcasing is Glitter Haus, a very fancy invite-only open house in Tacoma on Saturday, December 1st from 11-3 PM.  Check out www.glitterhausholiday.com to see what it's all about and to get on the guest list - you won't want to miss it!