In news related to our family, Kristen has been out of the hospital for months and finished her physical therapy. She is back home with her Mom and Dad and most importantly alive and very much with us in the world. We are all so relieved and very proud of her, because of all the hard work she has done. During those really tense months of November and December, Kabela sent my Mom an arrangement of pieces to use for Kristen’s cause. Mom has just completed a piece, titled “From Kabela, With Love,” using some of them. Here is the final product with the Heart in Hand charm. You can also choose from one of many charms in the picture below in place of the Heart in Hand!

My daughter Caitlin turned 21 on January 8th and I wanted to make a special necklace for her. Caitlin is very interested in Asian art and designs, so I wanted to add an Asian touch. I found a very cute little bead from Green Girl Studios, a Kokeshi doll with cat. So here is Catlin’s necklace and a bracelet too.Caitlin loves her necklace and bracelet. Happy Birthday, Caitlin!