My new "studio"!!!

Fabricland

Ok, I agree studio is a stretch, but when your house is teeny tiny like mine, space is at a premium. Sure, it may be in my kitchen...sort of...really more like my dining area...but it's all mine!!! My parents gave me the most awesome birthday gift, and sew and serge table. It came yesterday, and Oscar set it up last night. I haven't filled it up yet or organized myself, but it's a start. Osc is going to build me a cabinet that will be mounted on the wall, to store all of my ribbons, trims and notions, finally in one spot!! I will share more pics as things take shape.

I also inherited a lovely cabinet from Monica (my sis)...yay fabric storage! I "organized" things a couple of days ago, but I don't think it will last too long,LOL!! I am going to try and keep things neat as a pin...

Goldie...er....Lucy...er...Fishy?

Sabrina's fish!!! It's name has changed, I think daily. Goldie...at least for today...has been with us for about two weeks. Sabrina won her (although I'm not sure if it's really a "her" but anyway...!) at her school fair. We have had a couple of fish in the past, that didn't fare so well, be but this one seems to be OK...she's still alive and swimming around! Although her water is looking a little murky..but Oscar insists that it's perfectly normal. We'll see...!

Long time no write....

I generally love to talk...write...chat...I am by nature a chatterbox! That's why it bums me out that I haven't really gotten my groove on when it comes to this Blog. I am turning over a new leaf though...and will be making a concerted effort to blog more!! That said, I have been busy sewing, and have also given my website, a mini-makeover over the last couple of weeks. I'm stocking my webstore, with lots of new stuff, and having a big clearance sale too! If you get a chance, check it out. You can click the link under "Favorite websites" www.vanessaandcompany.com.

The weather is getting nicer around here, signaling that inevitable time of year...when school is almost out. Pretty soon I'll be hearing..."I'm so bored"...."There's nothing for me to do"...and similar phrases, that may begin or end with my favorite of all kid speak....."It's so unfair....!" I am bracing myself for a long sumer vacation, but hoping to entertain my lovely seven (going on seventeen) year old daughter with a few summer activities. There's nothing like turning on the water outside, and having a good run through the sprinklers on a hot day, or breaking out the "Slip'n Slide" for some slippery fun. Luckily these are things that Sabrina is still down for...although just barely! I did promise her some tennis lessons though...so I must make good on my word. Ahhh...the joys of summer.

I finally listed some stuff!

I must be part turtle, because I have been moving so slow lately, LOL! I have finally posted some stuff on Ebay. My favorite tanks for summer and some cool hostess aprons. Here are some pics...


















The "Senorita" tanks are the coolest, I have them in a few different styles and colors. The "Loteria" tanks are also pretty neat. Some of you may remember that game. Alrighty then.....that's it for now...off to cut fabric!

Happy Wednesday!
XOXOX0
Vanessa

P.S. Just go to www.ebay.com and do an advanced search by seller vanessa*and*company OR just e-mail me! I will send you the link to any of the listings! I will also be posting the links on my website, so you can check there too!!

Las Senoritas

It's been too long since my last post! I have been chained to my sewing machine, LOL! Well not really, but I have been busy sewing, my favorite! I will be listing lots of new stuff on Ebay very soon, including these very cool and comfy tanks. I am in love with this fabric in a major way! It is called "Las Senoritas" and is by Alexander Henry. Las senoritas are so beautiful, and just too cool. I will be offering these in adult (ladies...although I could do this for a man too...) sizes S-XL. Here's a preview...








I could also do this in child's sizes 4 and up. I have some other cool fabric on the way...so be on the lookout for more funky and fun tanks and tees!

Happy Wednesday!
XOXO, Vanessa

Do you still believe in the Tooth Fairy?

My Sabrina does! We've lost lots of teeth lately, and it got me thinking...I love pillows so much, why not make Tooth Fairy Pillows? I've only made a couple so far, but I had so much fun making these, I will definitely be making more. Check 'em out!

Chirp Chirp!

The weather here is finally getting a little nicer, yay! With the official start of Spring only a few weeks away, it's hard not be inspired by the beautiful season that lies ahead. This is my new favorite pillow. Love the baby chick! Happy Sunday!