We are proud that our country crafts are handcrafted in Texas. Nobody says country crafts like we say country crafts.   We offer handcrafted items such as crochet afghans/throws/blankets, hand painted terra cotta pottery, wood crafts, flower arrangements, home decor, and garden decor,  All country crafts are handcrafted or painted by Lizzie. 

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The Evolution of Cute Creations Design by Christine Molnar

www.cutecreationsdesign.com

Ever since I was little I have enjoyed sketching on paper and painting, as well as many other forms of art. I currently have many hobbies. Among these are drawing, sewing, quilting, crocheting, crafting, scrap booking, gardening, as well as designing cross stitch, embroidery, craft patterns, and many more. Most of these tend to parallel my business interests.

            I started drawing using the computer program “Adobe Photoshop” in 2000. My mother taught me the basics of the program to get me started and I was hooked.  I have evolved considerably, but still owe a lot of my knowledge to my mother.  As the months and years went by, improvements began to show, and everyone I know suggested I sell my artwork. I thought about it for some time, and eventually opened up my business, Cute Creations Design, in July 2003. I have had so much fun drawing and creating wonderful designs and graphics for people to use on their crafts, printing projects, web sites, and even scrap booking.

            It wasn’t easy to start a new business. Choosing the name was one of the hardest parts. Not only was there a lot of licensing to obtain, but a lot of research was involved to be sure everything was implemented correctly. But everything I went through to start my business was well worth the time and effort. I have met many wonderful friends along the way.

            I decided to get into business not only because of the wonderful encouragement and support from my family and friends, but because I love what I do. Not only do I draw using my mouse in Photoshop, but I also digitize my work into Cross Stitch and Embroidery, as well as design patterns for all kinds of crafts. I also am a Web Designer which is enjoyable.

I have been asked several times where I get my ideas for my work. Many of these come from the nature and animals around me, every day life in my home and my children. Almost all of my ideas just pop in my head.  From there I start sketching them onto paper and finally they are drawn as the finish product into my Photoshop program with my mouse where they become graphics, also known as clipart. Being a Graphic Artist and Designer is a lot of fun and is a great way to brighten up others’ lives with colorful and cute products.                                                                       

Written by Christine Molnar                                                    www.cutecreationsdesign.com

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!!!!!!!!!!

Now is the time to start your Christmas shopping!!!!

Treasures to Behold  by Angie Davis     www.treasurestobehold.net 

My mom actually got me started in the candle business 6 years ago.  She wanted to try to make candles and I decided to help her.  Mom found a recipe online that used crayons instead of coloring and tried it.  I was hooked and started investigating this craft to learn all I could. 

My business has come a long way since we first tried that recipe in the kitchen with a coffee can and an old pail of crayons.  Now I offer more than just candles. I specialize in scented treasures.  My techniques have been perfected and my scented business has grown which makes me very proud.

I love doing what I do & I love hearing all about my happy customers!  You can find my products online, in different shops & of course at the local craft shows during the holiday season! I do offer wholesale to qualified buyers.

Angie has been married for 16 years and lives in the beautiful state of Ohio.   She lives on a hilltop overlooking a breath-taking scene.  She has 3 boys~Nathaniel,15~Matthew,12 & Redding,3; and the 4th son, a pug dog named Pugsley.

Angie Davis

treasurestobehold@yahoo.com

The Chess Pie

I don’t remember where I got this recipe but it is one of the few that I can remember.  There is a cute little story that I would like to share with you about this Chess Pie recipe.  As long as I can remember, as an adult, I have made this pie around the holidays.  My younger sister would ask me, every year at Christmas, how to make this pie.  Since I was not usually home at Christmas, she would call wherever I was on Christmas day and ask me.  Finally, it became a family joke.  First thing Christmas morning, wherever I was, the phone would ring and I was called to the phone.  Without even saying hello, I started…….. 1 cup melted butter, 2 cups sugar…….  All around me and through the phone, you could hear the laughter.  So, I share with you this memory and recipe.

2 cups sugar                                          

2 tablespoon all purpose flour (cornstarch also works well)

Mix thoroughly in a bowl.

DO NOT USE A MIXER.  Do all this by hand with either a whisk or spoon.

Add the following, in this order.  Mix after each item. 

1 cup melted butter (real butter is best, margarine will do)

5 eggs (one egg at a time) mix thoroughly after each egg.

1 tsp of vanilla.

Pour into pie shell and cook at 350 degrees until firm.