Its a Sidewalk Sale at Tillies Attic

Hi, I have been away for a bit.  My computer got a nasty virus and it took a bit to get it back up and running. I am lucky to have a friend taking care of it for me. I have had a laptop to use in the mean time and I have really only been doing what had to be done. That thing drove me crazy!  Just not used to  it, and the cats were really a pain walking all over it!  I have been still working  on my recovery. Its going pretty slow, but I have had a good week. I hope thats a sign of better weeks ahead:)

I made a trip over to one of my favorite shops, Tillies Attic.  It is looking so pretty and ready for the upcoming holidays. Lots of new Halloween decorations that are just as cute as can be. If you are looking for items for fall they have that too. There seems to be more antiques and vintage things every time I come in and the  prices are very good!  But my favorite is always all of the pretty Christmas decorations. On Saturday October 15th Tillies will be having a sidewalk sale.  The fun part is it will start at 7am.  If you are in the area you should stop by and say hello and check out all of the treasures!  The address is 1941 W Guadalupe RD Ste 111, Mesa, AZ 85202. (SE corner of Dobson and Guadalupe) 480 775-4342

New Creations To Keep Me Busy

Well, I am really looking forward to the fall.  Its been 115-ish for the last few days.  But I guess if I was to choose weather, this has been a good week to be in AZ.  With earthquakes and hurricanes I will take the heat. I hope everyone back East is doing well and will be back to normal very soon.

I have actually been getting alot of creating done.  So for Show and Tell Monday at Make Mine Pink I thought I would post a few new things.  I actually made the cupcake pillow for my Grand daughters birthday.  I am really excited about the holidays coming up.  I am in the "zone" and I hope to have more to post soon.  Have a pretty and SAFE week ahead.



       

I'm Loving Cute Pink Computer Stuff:)

I just wanted to share these fun pink cables I just got:)  These are so fun and they match my pink kitty computer tower.  Its a set of three cables,,, here is the official names...

GE 3 Cable Kit USB,Cat5,USB Mini Device 6ft each Pink

My friend and computer guy hooked me up with these, but he has an Ebay shop and has a few more sets to sell.  I know how my friends like pink as much as I do,  so I wanted to let you all know where to find them, here at Tonys place.    

 

I will have lots of new things to share in the next few days.  I am having fun with a new idea for pillows and I have also started working on some projects for my new shop.  I start teaching some craft classes at the end of this week also.  I have been doing well, a lot more energy and ready to begin working on my future. Lets get this party started! :)   

 

My Two New Addictions and New Classes

Wow, its the middle of August.  The kids are back in school and fall is on its way. I love the fall its my favorite time of the year.  This summer has gone pretty fast. In a way, but its been weird. Having surgery at the beginning of June seems like so long ago.  I am making progress. For awhile I felt like I had it a plateau, but I am feeling pretty good now:)  The really big news is I went to the Mall today! Its been years since I have been able to go to a mall.  I walked around Barnes and Noble and to the food court for a drink. I sat there reading my new issue of Where Women Create. I love that publication!  The ediors letter from Jo Packam at the beginning really got me thinking. Really Thinking! Its been a stressful three weeks trying to get back to work. I finally started yesterday. I wont go into all of the details, but the company hired to handle my employers leaves of absense was horrible.  I have been put through the ringer, rung out and feeling pretty beat up over the whole ordeal.  But back to Jo's letter. It was about your passion and "Your Dream" and how elusive it can be. Just when you think you have it nailed down, it starts moving on you.  Life happens or while you are happily going down the path to that goal, there is a fork in the road. A new idea!  A new opportunity!  I have had so much time to think this summer, perhaps a little too much time.  I have thoroughly confused myself.  Finally things are making sense and the clouds of confusion are parting a little. The things I know for sure are that its time to move. Move towards my business I have planned.  To start I have been presented the opportunity to teach some craft classes at the new shop I am in. Green Table Gifts is a new shop and they are offering some really fun classes. I am going to be teaching these baby shoe pin cushions and these headbands with matching pin. This is just the beginning. I am working on some other projects for future classes.  I am going to incorporate my event planning in my classes.  I am going to use my Cupcakes and Cute Stuff name and serve drinks and bring cupcakes to my classes. I am going to style my events and make it alot of fun.  The attendees can bring their girl friends, hang out and catch up, learn something new and take home a new treasure they made themselves all the while enjoying cupcakes and cute stuff! :) Its the first step of my dream and I couldnt be happier.
Oh yeah, I HAVE to share my two new favorite addictions.  I have never really watched Project Runway, but I love that show. Its only two shows in, but so far I think I am team Burt! He is older and really has an amazing talent. Hopefully he will be mature to go along with that talent.  AND have you been to Pinterest??? This place is so addicting. There is so much inspiration and creating your own Pin Boards is so fun and can be really usful. I have to really put a timer on myself or I wont get anything else done. That wont do,,, I have new products to create for new classes. :)  I hope you have a great week and spend some time working on your Dream.            

My New Addiction:)

OK, this is seriously fun.  Since I am home recovering I have been watching alot more TV than usual. I got into an HSN special with Martha Stewart.  They had an exclusive for this one event. I think it will eventually be available on her site, but it appears to be all sold out on HSN and I was not able to find any photos on their site to post here. But this is a knitting and weaving kit. There are different size bars, circular looms, and different sized pegs to create all kinds of knitted or woven items. I have tried and tried to knit and even crochet. I dont know if its because I am left handed, or if thats a good excuse for just not having the knitting gene!  But I went to my sisters to bum a skein of yard to practice. I set the loom up for a scarf and was just going to practice. This is soooo easy, my first effort has turned out and it will even be able to be used! Next I am going to make a hat. There are directions for making the flowers too. So I will even all a couple flowers. I think I will make a few as gifts too. I am going to be working on a hand made Christmas this year. I better get started:)  I hope you all have a great day and have fun creating something new.    

New Headbands and flowers

I really like making all kinds of headbands. I usually make them for my grandaughter Mya. I have been experimenting with making these roses out of tulle, taffeta and other pretty fabrics. Its been working out pretty good. Sewing on the machine is a little hard since my surgery. I can make these by hand.  I actaully will be teaching these in a class at the new shop Green Table Gifts.  The class will also include a matching pin that can be used pinned to a sweater, blouse or even a purse.  I am coming up with other fun classes with projects that I hope everyone will enjoy making.  Classes will be starting at the end of August.  I should be up and running by then. LOL  You can always check out the shop and all the different classes being offered online at  http://www.gtgifts.com/ .  This pretty shop has been getting new things in and its really worth checking out :)

I have finally been able to start outpatient physical therapy.  Its painful, but in a good way. I can tell its going to be a great help. I am hoping to see alot more improvement in the next month.  Speaking of PT, I need to go and get ready for todays session. Wish me luck! Have a great day, stay cool.     

Green Table Gifts

There a new shop in town! And it is so cute. Its in Chandler, near the Chandler Mall. Its in one shops surrounding the mall near the PF Changs entrance. Last night was the grand opening event and so many people came.  There was some great food and each person who came in got to create a charm bracelet. Some of the artist who are in the shop made the charms and we helped the guests create a one of a kind bracelet just for them.  Its a great shop in a great location, so if you are in the local area stop by and say hello. I am looking for to being in this store and hope to eventually be teaching some classes.  You can visit their website to get more details about the artists and the directions. http://www.gtgifts.com/ .  I thought I would share some photos of the event last night.

      

Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cone For The 4th

Happy 4th of July. I hope ya all enjoyed a great bar b que and saw some fireworks. :)  Since I am in Arizona and its around 110 I am staying indoors.  We may go out for a drive later tonight and see if there are any fireworks in the sky. 
I have been working on a few new projects. Today I finished a chocolate chip ice cream pillow and a pink cupcake pillow.  I will be joining a new shop that will be opening on July 14th. Its called Green Table Gifts and its just adorable. I am really looking forward to being in this shop. You can visit their website. http://www.gtgifts.com/
 I have been doing pretty well on my recovery from surgery. Its a little slow going for my liking but hey, progress is progress. I have been trying to become more self sufficient.  Doing laundry, dishes and a little cooking :) I am excited  to be creating some again. It takes a lot longer, but every day is better.  I am set to return to work on July 25.  I have had a few side effects causing problems, but I sure hope to be going back on that date. I am ready to get on with my life.     

Earrings For Summer

Once again I would like to thank everyone so much for the well wishes on my recovery. Its going well. A little slow for my liking, but better each day. I can actually take a couple laps around my kitchen with just my cane. I am hoping the walker will be a thing of the past soon. :) I still have swelling in my operated leg so I have to spend some of my day laying down and elevating my foot above my heart.  I am really looking forward to being able to walk again!! Its so exciting.

Well, I managed to make three pairs of earrings.  Thanks to my sister dragging all of my supplies out and putting them back when I was done. I made this pink rose before my surgery. I love how these roses turn out and think they would be so cute as pins, on headbands or even attached to pillows or purses.  I am also looking forward to the day I can get back to creating. I am sketching lots of new ideas down.  I hope you all have a great week.....and Happy Creating! (()) gail   

My New Best Friend

Hello everyone and thank you so much for all the well wishes and prayers for my surgery. :)  It was a rocky start with the anesthia but the surgery for a total hip replacement was done. I am sure it will be a great success. (Eventually) I honestly went into this only wanting to know the basics. I didnt want to know too much, and I am glad I didnt know then what I do know now. I honestly may not have been brave enough to put myself through this.  Its amazing what your body has to do to recover from an invasive major surgery.  The healing process is truly a miracle, but you sort of feel like on of those super hero cartoon characters going through their change. All of the contorting and and pain to get from ordinary human to super hero status.  The side effects from the pain pills have been horrible, so I am doing my best on Extra Strength tylenol. It does pretty good except on Physical Therapy days. I have to give myself blood thinner shots in my stomach twice a day and now they are bleeding.  My operated leg was way too swollen so that caused another three day stay in the hospital. My incision is at least 12 inches long. That is alot of muscle and tissue to cut through.  I guess I am feeling pretty beat up and exhausted. But I feel I am turning that corner now.
Im ready to face PT and get this leg working. I want to be good as new. I am ready to get on with my life.  I am not even sure what I want anymore. I just want to be healthy, have energy and lots of fun.  The really good news is that the implant itself feels great and has never really been much pain. Obviously the large incision has, but you would think where your old bones had been pretty much sawed out and new hardware place inside that would smart more than it has.

I credit this to the skill of my wonderful surgeon! If you ever need a great Ortho Surgeon I can not recommend Dr Dungy enough. He is amazing. He had his work cut out with me. My socket was very deformed and he met the challenge! He is truly my hero.  His assistant Tina and office staff are unbelievable and I consider myself truly blessed they came into my life. Soooo, for now my new lovely walker is my new best friend. My daughter April fixed it all up to make her cute! LOL  It gets a laugh from everyone, so its nice to get a smile instead of someone feeling sorry for me!  These pretty pink flowers were sent from my job Target. They are so pretty, I am looking at them right now. Well, I need to stop procrastinating and get to those exercises I need to do. Thanks again, (()) gail        

My Last Walk For Awhile, and New Friends

Well, the day is almost here. My surgery is tuesday. I have to be at the hospital at 5:00 am. Surgery is scheduled for 6:30 am. I am getting nervous, but its more about the "after". Its going to be very hard to be dependent on so many for so long. Everyone has been great about offering to help, but it will be about 3 months I think? Not being able to get in the car and run to the store or even go to the mailbox for so long seems like it will become frustrating. Even being slowed down by my bad hip, I still tend to be on the go all of the time. But I will be a good patient, do as I am told. I am highly motivated to get my life back and hurrying it along isnt the right way to do it. So, this is going to be a lesson in patience for me. To make matters worse, on thursday I woke up with the flu.  Today is Sunday and I am feeling much better, but not quite 100 percent. I have so much to do around the house, but have to take it easy. I can not bear to have this re-schedueled after all of this time and planning.

This morning I woke up very early. I have been sleeping alot and just fell wide awake. It gorgeous out and I decided to take a walk to one of my favorite places. Its going to be awhile before I can walk here.  I live in a community called The Lakes. This is the lake right behind my apartment complex. We almost moved into one of the houses on the water when I was in high school, but my parents decided on another home. I really wanted them to get that house! I have always wanted to live here, but I am about as close as I can be:) I live in the community at least and the lake is in my view.  I always notice in the early morning the water is so calm you can see the reflections perfectly. By the afternoon its always choppy. I always think some day I will do some water colors from these photos. Who knows, maybe thats something I can work on while I am recovering. I did meet these three feathery friends this morning. Cute little guys.  Well, I hope you all have a beautiful holiday weekend. I will be back when I get home from the hospital. Thank you all for the positive thoughts, warm wishes and prayers! :)            

Its a Thank You Sale at Tillies Attic

I SOOOOO WANT THIS CHAIR!

I just wanted to share this sale with all of my local friends. Tillies Attic is having a great Thank You sale:) I stopped by this morning and took some new pictures. Lots of great new items are in and ready for summer decor or entertaining! 

The owners of Tillie's would like to thank you for shopping with us for the last seven years. One of the partners is leaving & our product will be reduced to 50% off lowest price marked. The rest of the Store will be 10% off (some vendors may offer more...signs will be posted in their booths.)


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May 20-22

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Tillies Attic
1941 W. Guadalupe Rd.
Mesa Az. 480 775-4342 Hours:Tuesday- Saturday 9-530 Sunday 10-4 Closed Mondays