tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85176167204329178212011-12-28T08:49:31.647-08:00Homeschooling and raising 4 while striving to be the wife God has designed me to beRachel's Apronsnoreply@blogger.comBlogger1031100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-73277496845151654282011-11-17T08:37:00.001-08:002011-11-17T08:53:31.868-08:00

It seems like there is always something in the news telling us how bad one thing or the other is. This time it is people getting sick drinking milk.  The milk that is suppose to be safe since it is from the store. Why? Because it was not handled properly from what I can gather. Not only this, but as someone who owns a goat in milk, I have since learned how difficult California has made it to

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With baby #4 due to make an appearance any time now (I pray, walking and being as big as a house is so not working for me) I wanted to have one of these. I am a frugal person. Didn't plan it. Not the fault of the economy, just how I have always been. If I can make it (or think I can make it/do it) I will give it a go.These nursing covers are uber popular right now. I know I will be making one as

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For ten years now I have admired these mixers. While I did not get one as a wedding gift (because my parents had given us some beautiful china my dad had aquired while he was still in the war) I have always wanted one. But the cost. Well while at wally mart to replace the badly depilitated computer we have that is ready to keel over and die, hubby went down this aisle. And I am so glad he did

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as well as some other great artist on the Helping Others Street Team Blog. Otherwise known as HOST. A group of etians who come together to help others that are in need in various different ways. Go and check it out here and learn more about what HOST is all about.

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Just a heads up that I have listed my cowl pattern for sale in my shop. You are welcome to sell the finished items as long as a link and credit it given to me. However I did work hard on this pattern and scrapped a lot before I was able to achieve the elegant drape and warmth I was looking for so out of respect, do not sell the pattern or give it out for free.You can find it here.

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Here I am ready to have a baby pretty soon and it strickes me that Christmas (!!!) is almost here. I have started to crochet, knit and sew presents now because I know I will not get it done after Matthew has come. So today I have added that knitted chunky thick cowl/neckwarmer to my shop for anyone else who wants to start shopping early. I have been working on this for a couple weeks now in

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So this is what I did today. I got a convo from someone interested in a pattern for this Lovie. Now I asked her to give me a week to make sure I could transfer it to a PDF format. But then I said why not start tonight. I am feeling pretty good, little Matthew is not kicking me into sickness till it is his time to come out. So going into my huge binder of written crochet patterns, I started

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I watch my kids play house and of course they have those little baby bottles where the liquid disapears as the baby "eats". It is natural and causes no concern for me to watch them do this. Now here is an interesting twist to playing house. A spanish toy company has come up with a doll and apron with daisy nipples for this kids to wear to mimic breast feeding. Is it wrong? Is it right? I am

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Some days it is harder to get the photos and the listings done. Not to mention the tags. And how to you know that your tags are staying up to date with what is currently on Etsy? In walks the tag finder tool from craftweasel.com. Enter one or more tags and craftweasel will actually search Etsy for items with those same tags. Not only that, it will then nake graphs and suggest related tags that

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So now you got all these great expectations to knit. If you are any thing like me it starts to become an obsession. I have found that the best places to look are the library (if you want a book) or the internet. Here is a list of some places to get Free Knitting patterns. Some like Lion Brand, you will need to become a member so view them. I have never had a problem with spam emails from any of

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For years I have owned a couple pairs of knitting needles. Determined that one day I would be able to knit as well as crochet. This was not to be. I would try and try and try and I would mess my tension up so badly that I would end up with some kind of mess that looked as though I had tossed my yarn to a cat to bat around. It was okay, I always had my crochet to go back to and I LOVE to crochet.

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I recently came upon a pattern that called for a provisional cast on. A what?! Yeah that is what I said and I found some really great tutorials online that showed how to do it. However they did not show me what came next. Okay great, I got the done and so now how do I add my main yarn onto the provisional? Here is the most helpful link that I found to do it and I hope that you find it helpful as

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I found a very interesting article today that I think is worth sharing. It is called 'The Psychology of color' and it is worth a read. Here you can learn how different color combinations can help or hurt your online selling image. It's a quick read so enjoy!

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Who doesn't like a free lunch? If you are in the Ramona area and have kids that are hungry ages 1-18, then you can stop by Ramona Elementry located on 8th street (near the Chevron station), from June 15- July 24. Click here to see what their menu is. Lunch is served from 11:30 -12:30 Mon-Fri. Adults can also get a bite to eat for $3.We are going to go and try this today and see how it works out.

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This was fabric I had inititially bought to make a tote bag (and I still may with the remaining fabric) but it was was too fun to not make an apron for it. I am sure this is something that my sister would like. I know I would enjoy this while crafting or cooking. Even a teacher during a pirate themed craft could find this fun. This is a popular apron style that I sell locally to the various

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A great new little apron for work, crafts, or your next vendor show. This is a popular design that is sold time and time again in person. Check out more here

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So soft and absorbant these make-up remover pads will be a favorite! Not to mention you will be doing a part in being enviromentally friendly. I currently have a set of these in my shop ready to ship out in an Ecru color but they can be made in any color that you want. All you need to do is ask. You can check them out here: Set of 8 Ecru make-up remover pads

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I just added this in my shop today! It is a popular design and between my two shops I had customized 3 of these. Two of them were to match a blanket I had made for a little boy using the same pattern. It now happily lives in Texas with a little boy who I am told adores it. That there is better then any feedback I could hope to have in my shop!My littest one is my model today. She completely took

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These are new today in my shop. I have been working on them this last week and finally finished them for their photo shoot. I am so excited about these. I love when a crochet project can get me excited and these do. The colors just make my senses wake up! I am going to make a set for me to use in the house too. Oddly enough the ones I use are dark colors or white or ecru. These ones are so much

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I remember when I use to do daycare I had a schedule. I followed that schedule precisely, mainly because it worked for the kids. I look back now and wonder why it seems as though it was easier then with six kids ( including grocery store trips with all in tow) then it is now with 3! And then in a moment of clarity I realized that I don't have a schedule now. So what? Who needs a schedule. I

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Okay so this weeks post is not really cooking with your kids. I mean, if you wanted to they could mush up the ingredients and that would be a lot of fun for them. Mine love it! But this is more a cooking and getting to spend more time with your kids (or napping) and having a wonderful dinner.With three kids, home-school, a business to run, dance classes to attend and another baby on the way is

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I have limited the channels that my kids can watch and where they can watch them and for good reason. Once what were safe children channels are now popping up with crude music videos with crude language between shows ( I kid you not!). So why do I love cable? Because there are shows there that teach. Shows such as 'How it's made' and 'Rhino Rescue'. Currently we are watching Rhino Rescue

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Being pregnant, is has not been easy lately to find food that my stomach is okay with. Sometimes all I have to do it look at it to know it will not be good for me to eat. Then I saw a picture of this Banana Current Bread and I could smell it cooking already! Is is a sweet simple snack the provides calcium, fiber and folate that my kids will eat. It also provides me with some important nutrients

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With this pregnancy, more and more I am learning to slow it down. So what does that have to do with home-schooling? Everything.More often then not our studies can get rushed and that really benefits no one. Not my patience, not her patience, not the attention that my other two girls need, and certainly not her retaining what she is learning. Life when she leaves me will be fast paced enough.

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Boy am I late! Here it is 5:00 and I am just sitting down to the computer and realize that I have not done a posting today! From the pregnancy books I have read, I should be better after the 1 trimester. Here's hoping.My home-school thought for today is nothing new and it includes all of your family. Get everyone involved! If you are reading about the Gold Rush with your third grader then you

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I must admit that morning sickness has kept me from posting as I like to and made it even more challenging to get things in my shop as well as to get our schooling done. Schooling comes first, but I was able to get two new things in shop this last week.They are a set of Kitchen Dishcloths. One cloth is a traditional square shape and the other is round like a pin-wheel (at least that is what it

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My princess sometimes has a hard time with reading sometimes. By accident we discovered that she enjoys reading tremendously as long as she can have her rabbit, Handsome, with her. I must admit that at first I did not believe she would pay attention and would be messing around. What a wonderful surprise to see that this helps to keep her keep her concentration not to mention Handsome loves the

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I write this as Pumpkin pictured above is recovering from pneumonia so it will be short. Every parent knows that bribery can be a great motivator. Some have mixed feelings about using it. I was the same way. My kids were just going to do what I asked of them because I asked it. LOL. Yeah that worked so well. I like to use 'earned time' for getting tasks done. For example my eldest daughter

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Every minute, someone's mother, daughter, wife or sister dies from heart disease and stroke in the United States. As many of you may know February is National Heart Awareness month, so in honor of this the Helping Others Street Team (HOST) is sponsoring this challenge, the Heart to Heart Feb HOST challenge, and it is open to everyone on Etsy who would like to participate, not just HOST members.

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This is the recipe that I was planning to have this week. I was going to make it and photo it and get the kids rating as well. Then my 4 year old got sick. We rushed her to the ER because we thought it was a complication from her swallowing the connect 4 piece on Jan. 11. We had yet to see it 'leave' her body. Afraid she would need surgery (what we were told was an option if she got sick from

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Home-schooling is fun!For my 4 year old we bought some rainbow goldfish. As you can probably guess from the title they are perfect to teach some skills with.Sort into color groupsCountAddSubtractEAT!Finding things to make home-school fun makes it easier on everyone. Think outside of the box. Have your kids come up with ideas. They may surprise you on what they come up with as tools.

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Honestly I went to the yarn store for a completely different color. I found it there too, but while I was leaving the isle to check out (I swear, really I was, sorta) I spotted this variegated yarn. Oh, La, La! I had to have it. It really is much prettier in person. While crocheting at the dance studio every woman there loved it. I had been itching to use this yarn and it turned out so good.

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I have been featured on a blog! How exciting. I would love if you all could go and check it out. She is a fellow Cast Team member on Etsy and has a wonderful store herself. Here is the link. http://suerunyondesigns.blogspot.com/

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I like to tell my kiddos that they are monkeys. Some days this seems true with them running around and bouncing off furniture. So naturally when my sister shared the recipe for Monkey Bread with me, I had to make it with the kids. I changes it some from the first time I made it and I will include that here. Monkey Bread Time: LOL, you know where I stand with that and cooking with kids

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MIAToday's normal post for home-school Monday's will be MIA. We are on a lovely field trip to the Birch Aquarium. I have taken the camera and I am hoping to be able to share photos of our trip with you all in a Tuesday post. Until then, take a gander at a favorite of this house, Alphabet pancakes. They are a lot of fun and with the hands-on factor, it really help kiddos get into the spirit.A

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I actually have two things that are new in shop this week. The first is an ecru colored washcloth / dishcloth set in a pretty shell pattern. There are three in this set. Several factors insipred this set. I love the color ecru. It goes with every kitchen or bath decor I have ever had. Secondly these are so much thicker then the ones that I can buy at Walmart. I like the deals I can find there

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With Valentines Day fast approaching there are some cool things to be found on Etsy. Especially the Schooling At Home Estians Street Team . Maybe you are a dad looking for something special for the two women (or more) in your life. What a thrill a mom and daughter would get to be able to wear matching necklaces! I know I would be over joyed to receive this. My daughters would also think it was

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With a little patience you can cook with your kids. Just make sure that you have age appropriate tasks for them and there will be nothing but smiles (and some good memories).I was craving some Green Bean casserole so that is what we made. For this you really need to have fresh green beans. I tried it once with canned and then swore I would never make it again! Don't be afraid of fresh food. I

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When you are in buisness for yourself every dollar matters more. You want to make sure that you are spending them the right way. If you have your own website then you want to know where people are finding you, what keywords are they using and when they are coming. If you have sold on Etsy for any length of time then you have probably heard of Timothy Adams Designs . Once again he has come with

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I admit that at times it seams like we do a lot of book work, at least that is what my 9 year old says. So when she starts to get overwhelmed we switch to home economics. Some days it is cooking, like with the Cherry Chocolate Fudge and other days it is making things for Barbie! You can see by the smile on her face that this is really fun. Luckily I have an online store that I sell items I

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** Picasa will not let you resize to 100. Only the 760. I would recommend that you resize your picture(s) that you want to use to 100 before hand. You can do this by using picnik.com , keep proportions when you do this so that picnik will not distort your picture(s). Another way you can do it is to keep the Picasa window open, insert your banner to your shop. If if need to be cropped some more

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I just made some of this yesterday and cut it out this morning. It is kid approved for yumminess. It get my mom stamp of approval because it is fast and easy and can be made with the kids.Microwave Easy Fudge:1 can Eagle Brand condensed milk3 cups chocolate morsels8x8 buttered pan 2 tsp. vanilla

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I have been lacking in posts lately. I hope to be able to post at least 3 times a week.This last week has been challenging. This last Sunday my 4 year old swallowed a connect four piece, still pending on if it will come out without surgery. There was an ambulance ride were I was able to reconfirm that yes, I do get severely motion sick. At least the gurney was large enough for my daughter and

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I love how these earrings turned out. Earrings are a new thing in the shop of Rachel's Aprons. Resonably priced with excellent workmanship so that you can get something for yourself or a little gift without breaking your wallet. It really cannot get better than that. I am excited to be adding them. I hope that you enjoy them.

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-70491910068770830402009-01-12T10:48:00.001-08:002009-01-16T17:49:00.399-08:00

Thinking outside the box.While I was doing a Geography lesson with my 3rd grader I noticed the 1,000 mile stare coming from her. Not only that but I had two little ones that were being anything but quiet. Being as they are not big fans of T.V ( I am probably to blame, I don't watch to much of it myself), watching a movie was out of the question.And then it hit me. We HOME-SCHOOL! Duh I know,

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-726499565623232272009-01-09T17:17:00.001-08:002009-01-09T17:17:29.932-08:00

My creation Originally uploaded by Rachels ApronsFlowers for spring, hearts for love and skulls for the funky in you.These are available as custom aprons for you.

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-13425462060946448672009-01-07T07:17:00.000-08:002009-01-07T07:20:27.956-08:00

As I am having a massive savings sale in my shop already I am not going to post one item for sale today. Instead go on over to my shop. On sale are things for facials, the kitchen, the bathroom and even for the crafter or craft show person. Sale will be ending this Sunday 11:00 pm PST.As for today I have listed a new Wristlet Key Fob for the Cheerleader in your life. Check it out and give someone

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-24725222425199905982009-01-06T13:26:00.001-08:002009-01-06T13:33:19.510-08:00

A Key fob for the handyman (or woman) in your life. You can purchase it at my Etsy shop. I will be listing a new one everyday until I have them all listed. Some that I have are soccer, princess, several polka dot ones, baseball/softball, over the hill, and other measuring tape ones with different backgrounds. If you are local to me then you can find them for sale at Ramona Locksmith located

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-20309039673762613592009-01-05T15:44:00.000-08:002009-01-05T16:01:13.712-08:00

Ideally I would like to be able to share something of my homeschool experience every Monday. Of course with a buisness to run, three kiddos, a home, and homeschooling it may be more of a dream then a reality. But hey, here we go.Alphabet Pancakes.I woke up one morning this last week thinking of how I would make school more exciting the coming week. Especially since we are coming off of a two week

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-38438565682949404632009-01-05T09:25:00.000-08:002009-01-19T20:48:54.415-08:00

I am having a sale till 1-11-09 11:00 pm PST. See my sections to find all the items that are 40% off and see my Christmas section for items that are 50% off.www.rachelsaprons.etsy.com

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-50456689201266977652008-12-19T13:24:00.000-08:002008-12-19T13:32:47.485-08:00

From a comment received I realized that I had negated to update about Buster. For those of you who have read and included Buster in your prayers, thank you.As of today he his beginning to eat on his own and doing 100 times better! He is no longer dehydrated and getting his 'kitty' attitude back. I have never been so happy to be snubbed by a cat. Through it all my daughter has been very brave and

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-6034797701716731942008-12-16T18:58:00.000-08:002008-12-16T19:01:12.920-08:00

Buster is my daughters cat. When he was little (and so was she) she could push him in her doll stroller. They read together, watch TV together and sleep together.Tonight may be his last night. The vet will call us tomorrow am to let us know if she can take him in. I will be up tonight taking care of him so there will be no Hump Day special in my store for tomorrow. I pray he makes it. She will

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-13873646292206865152008-12-15T12:19:00.000-08:002008-12-15T12:32:10.765-08:00

So today I shamelessly sent my husband an email with items I would like for Christmas, the links to the items and the information he would need to check out! I know shameless. What can I say...The first item is this gorgeous rustic, you know you will feel good just holding it, mug!You can find all of their great items on Etsy at KC Pottery . Honestly I think I could just decorate my house with

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-57320089059257565732008-12-15T11:53:00.000-08:002008-12-15T12:06:50.013-08:00

I know that this blog is usually pertaining to items that have to do with my shop. However today I have received an email that I would like to pass around and possibly those who live in Ramona and nearby areas can also pass around and help.Take a look at this sketch.The Sheriff's Department has released this sketch of a man who slashed a woman in the back of the head while she was walking home

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-14297039744540538102008-12-12T07:28:00.000-08:002008-12-12T07:30:54.909-08:00

Schooling at Home Estians is having a great blog giveaway! Easy to enter and you get to help support others who home-school. Come and enter, you may be the lucky one!http://sheetsyteam.blogspot.com/

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-65263736362394159092008-12-12T07:06:00.001-08:002008-12-12T07:14:42.441-08:00

PINK CROCHET LOVIEBROWN AND BLUE CROCHET LOVIENEWBORN FLAPPER BEANIEToday's special is for the babies. 10% off the above items. Great Christmas gifts that they will keep forever.Mention my blog in message to seller and discount will be refunded to your paypal account. Offer valid till 11:00pm EST.

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-51827819948048961712008-12-10T16:40:00.000-08:002008-12-10T16:41:53.602-08:00

Yup that's right folks. Due to China lacking on some toys and lead poisoning there is a nasty little law congress is trying to sneak in (or so it seams since it was not on my news channel).If you love buying handmade then you need to check this out from coolmompicks. And please write in. http://tinyurl.com/644zwf

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-20667045097461624902008-12-10T06:21:00.001-08:002008-12-10T06:27:01.948-08:00

Today's special: 10% off all washcloth sets. Soft, absorbent and environmentally friendly. These make great stocking stuffers.Just mention my blog in message to seller and discount will be refunded to your paypal account. Valid till 11:00pm EST.Happy Shopping

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-39878185442881855872008-12-03T06:57:00.001-08:002008-12-05T08:35:00.662-08:00

I am offering 30% all aprons in my shop. I am looking to move some stock and come in with fresh new fabrics for the new year. Now is the PERFECT time to get a great deal on my aprons. This offer is valid till 11:00pm EST Friday.Just mention my blog and discount will be refunded to your paypal account.Happy Shopping.

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-16678484192269426772008-11-28T08:43:00.000-08:002008-11-28T08:53:02.402-08:00

I know that Black Friday is 'the' day for shopping deals but after waking up this morning hearing how someone was killed by being trampled, I think I will decline. Thank you very much. This makes me even more thankful for Etsy. Don't have to spend gas, fight traffic or find the perfect parking spot. I can be nice and cozy here at home next to my fireplace drinking a nice warm cup of peppermint

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-61871922373197357882008-11-26T11:34:00.001-08:002008-11-26T11:37:26.846-08:00

It seems that the day has gotten away from me today while rushing little ones to dance class, the library and making sure that I have everything I need to pull off our Thanksgiving feast.So I apologize for not having a special up today. But look for Friday, I will be back on track by then.Have a Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-23294539099120108562008-11-25T11:55:00.000-08:002008-11-25T11:57:13.138-08:00

SHE Team Celebrates the Holidays Giveaway - Day 4 & 5 - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- HERE IS HOW TO ENTER ---1) Visit the shop who is giving away the item you like ( choose from the current day's giveaway pictured below). You may enter once for each item that is offered, but please

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-6220866454727197952008-11-23T13:50:00.000-08:002008-11-23T13:51:28.288-08:00

SHE Team is a group of artisans that have the common bond of schooling our children at home. We have met through a variety of home schooling forums and through Etsy. Selling on Etsy is an outlet for our creative endeavors as well as a chance to supplement our families' income.Our Blog: http://sheetsyteam.blogspot.comYahoo Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SheEtsyTeam/Today is Day 2 of our

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-70685772185762678742008-11-21T08:40:00.000-08:002008-11-21T08:44:54.574-08:00

This day 9 years ago, my first baby girl was born. She is one of the most precious people in my life and though I was scared ( lack of mommy handbook will do that) my husband and I managed to get her to her 9th birthday. Today she got to pick the special.....All Flower set Washcloths are 10% off today. Valid till 11:00pm est. Please mention my blog in message to seller. Discount will be refunded

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-5165715061047999802008-11-19T07:10:00.000-08:002008-11-19T07:17:14.303-08:00

15% OFF all APRONS.Aprons are wonderful for vendors, waitresses, teachers or yourself in the kitchen. Please mention my blog in message to seller and discount will be refunded to your paypal account. Valid till 11:00pm EST.Happy Shopping!

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-14278060325354822112008-11-14T08:46:00.000-08:002008-11-14T08:53:43.784-08:00

10% OFF all WashclothsSoft, strong, absorbent.....you simply cannot go wring with these. Buy some for yourself or someone on your list. I even have a few that have flowers attached. All flowers are attached securely so don't be afraid to use them.Please mention my blog in message to seller and discount will be refunded back into your paypal account. Valid till 11:00pm EST.Happy Shopping!

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-61858882479293740202008-11-12T07:08:00.000-08:002008-11-12T07:13:07.443-08:00

Here you go, today's special. Spa Facial scrubby. I love these things. Made of 100% cotton yarn they are nice and thick and they exfoliate so gently. Much better then what I can buy in the store. And even better.....you can choose your color and the quantity you want. Just send me a convo on etsy and i'll make it just for you! These make wonderful stocking stuffers or additions to gift

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-54588249647335782892008-11-11T14:08:00.000-08:002008-11-11T14:15:37.359-08:00

With winter months here and my children everywhere, I wanted the warmth of a scarf without the hassle. I love scarves but my children would rather pull on the them and tighten them around my neck. I needed something to keep my neck warm without being to tight ( I cannot wear turtle necks without feeling as though I am being strangled). This is now available in my shop. And of course while I was

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-44198699462527332592008-11-07T07:04:00.001-08:002008-11-07T07:09:02.875-08:00

Can you feel the buzz when you go to the store? Holiday shopping is here and will only become more intense as we get closer. So skip the lines, the gas and the stress and shop ETSY.Today's special is 10%OFF baby blankets in my shop. Don't see a color you are looking for.....let me know and I will make you one with the 10% OFF offer. Just make you that you convo me sometime today(11:00pm est).

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-84197006143895048562008-11-05T05:26:00.001-08:002008-11-05T05:30:26.645-08:00

10% OFF all Washcloth sets today. Valid till 11:00pm EST. Great for yourself or as a gift. All lovingly handmade by me in my smoke-free home.These are thick, durable, soft and machine wash and dryable. So what are you waiting for? Happy Shopping. Mention my blog in message to seller and discount will be refunded to your paypal account.

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-7255370901743896692008-11-01T13:08:00.001-07:002008-11-01T13:17:09.474-07:00

20% OFF this beautiful crochet bag. Take a look over at my shop. www.RachelsAprons.etsy.com The bag is constructed using 100% cotton yarn so that it will not stretch like an acrylic yarn would. Perfect to use for trips to the mall, market, grocery store or you local craft fair. This is valid until 11:00pm EST Sunday 11/2/08

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-482370688265665362008-10-31T07:59:00.000-07:002008-10-31T08:02:22.326-07:00

10% OFF all aprons in shop. If you are a witress, teacher, vendor at a craft fair, massage therapist or just to use in your own kitchen, these aprons are for you. Valid till 11:00pm EST.Mention my blog in message to seller and discount will be refunded back into your paypal account.Happy Shopping!

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-36322204590495414702008-10-30T11:14:00.001-07:002008-10-30T11:20:26.338-07:00

Well I actually got to put something new in shop. It can be challenging between homeschooling, park dates,laundry......oh does the list every stop. There is peace with crochet and I have been busy with that when I can. Taking it to dance class, waiting for eldest to come out from P.E. If there is down time then I will surly have my hooks in hand.Today I have added a new set of washcloths. Lime

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-42308610687352965902008-10-29T02:36:00.000-07:002008-10-29T02:42:49.884-07:00

15% off all baby blankets currently in stock. Now is the time to find the perfect heirloom piece. Valid till 11:00pm EST. Mention my blog in message to seller at check out.Happy Shopping!

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-82957036567536079332008-10-25T10:44:00.000-07:002008-10-25T10:49:04.201-07:00

I really like these. They feel so nice on my skin. Even my 8 year old likes them. I am thinking stocking stuffers this year with a rainbow of colors! Should be neat.So this leads me to wonder...... Would you like to see a custom order listing in my shop with a color option? You can click it and choose what colors you would like. Also, what kind of quantity options would you like to see made

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-70220700574995588802008-10-24T08:07:00.000-07:002008-10-24T08:10:16.437-07:00

Friday Special! 10% OFF all washcloths. Mention my blog in message to seller and discount will be refunded back to your paypal account. Valid till 11:00pm EST. Happy Shopping!

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-31574011374691015332008-10-22T07:42:00.000-07:002008-10-22T07:47:08.401-07:00

Hump Day Sale!10% OFF EVERYTHING in shop. That's right, everything. It is not too early to be thinking about stocking stuffers and special gifts for those you love. So get an early start so you can enjoy the holidays this year. Mention my blog at check out and discount will be refunded back into your paypal account. Happy Shopping!

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-24886314912165017822008-10-20T12:39:00.000-07:002008-10-20T12:47:21.321-07:00

Well the Flu is past now and I was just itching to crochet. While out, I found this yarn color called Midnight Magic. Oh I love it! Reminds me of colder weather and fires crackling....... ahh I am ready for winter to come. Be as it is in Southern California.So new in shop today is a set of three washcloths. Two made in midnight magic and one in white. All are 100% cotton.

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-41483024465423250882008-10-17T00:38:00.000-07:002008-10-17T00:42:37.721-07:00

Friday SpecialWell it is 12:39 am PST and officially Friday and since I am awake with my 8 year old ( did I mention how much I love the Flu?) I might as well do my post for today. 30% off my three bags which are all featured items in my etsy shop. Discount will be refunded back into your paypal account or you can convo me ahead of time and let me know which bag you would like, and I can discount

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-59556468926155031232008-10-16T12:01:00.001-07:002008-10-16T12:04:36.891-07:00

Needless to say, while hooked up to an IV in the early hours of Wednesday morining after a marathon night of delight ( I will not get into it) I have learned the importance of staying hydrated while you have the flu.As my husband says..... I should have listened to him. And he is right, of course.The funny thing is that while I was dizzy I was thinking about my etsy store. Go figure.Fridays

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-7332507783563824332008-10-10T07:04:00.001-07:002008-10-10T07:08:38.690-07:00

Ah. Some mornings it is harder to get up than others. :)Here is your Friday Special for the week!Click on my title to be taken to my etsy shop. There you will find crochet wash cloth made of 100% cotton. Never tried one? Now is the perfect time. I am offering 10% off all orders of wash cloths today until 11:00EST.Make sure to add blog to your message to seller at check out. Your discount will be

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-66400446242966754012008-10-08T07:24:00.000-07:002008-10-08T07:28:18.742-07:00

Hump day sale!Today only take $5.00 off any tote bag (not the child's one) in my shop! I have tinkerbell, two pumpkin structred totes and a crochet hobo market bag! Valid till 11:00 EST. Please mention my blog at checkout and your discount will be refinded to your paypal account. Happy Shopping!

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-60927878727831547712008-10-03T08:39:00.000-07:002008-10-03T08:53:19.425-07:00

Friday Special!10% OFF all crochet items in my shop! Please mention my blog at check out and your discount will be refunded to your Paypal account. Valid till 12:00pm EST. Happy Shopping!

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-78067254122913222942008-10-01T06:17:00.001-07:002008-10-01T06:22:15.060-07:00

Hump Day Special ! 10% OFF all Halloween tote bags and Child's trick or treat bags. Just mention my blog in message to seller and your discount will be refunded back to your paypal account. Valid till 11:00EST. Happy Shopping!

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-55194968967557626802008-09-26T06:58:00.000-07:002008-09-26T07:05:04.963-07:00

Friday Special ! 10% OFF all tote bags including those with sale pricing. Happy Shopping!Please mention my blog at check out and your discount will be refunded back into your paypal account. Valid till 11:00 pm EST.

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-59503317099116294962008-09-24T05:59:00.001-07:002008-09-24T06:04:10.698-07:00

Hump Day Sale ! 10% OFF all Baby Blankets! Please mentions my blog at check out and the discount will be refunded back to your paypal account. Valid till 11:00PM EST tonight.Happy Shopping!

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-87932335584818695892008-09-23T07:35:00.000-07:002008-09-26T14:05:39.514-07:00

Here are more pics of my Mommy and Me Halloween Tote bags.Little Tote on Child Inside of Little Tote, plenty of roomFront Pocket of Little Tote, nice and deepThe two Totes together.Inside and stitch detail of Larger Tote.Use for you and your child or just for you. Larger one when you need it and smaller one for quick trips! Use one as a grocery bag and one as a purse or diaper bag.Enjoy and Happy

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-28974797590247657172008-09-21T08:21:00.000-07:002008-09-22T07:50:54.652-07:00

Here is some insider information for those of you who follow my blog.....Monday I will be adding a tote bags set. "Mommy and Me" Halloween tote bags. This is the first of 4 that I plan to do. Both bags are structured. Mommies bag is larger following the dimensions of my other tote bags and will have 3 pockets inside. Child's bag is also structured with two straps for handles made wide for comfort

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-29800682944345232222008-09-19T06:53:00.001-07:002008-09-19T10:05:14.189-07:00

Friday Special!10% OFF ALL Key Fobs Happy Shopping!Please mention my blog at check out in message to seller and the discount will be refunded back to your paypal account. Valid till 11:00pm EST.

Rachel's Apronsnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-19267347114223755522008-09-17T12:53:00.002-07:002008-09-18T06:56:24.448-07:00

The Lord is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayer of the righteous. - Proverbs 15:29Prayer gives us the strength to go on. It allows us the ability to communicate with the One Who loves us so very much.Prayer brings you closer to the Lord and it allows Him the opportunity to speak to our hearts in the areas that we need His guidance.I want to encourage you to pray. Pray MORE, and pray

Rachel's Apronsnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-53094076013470931762008-09-17T12:53:00.001-07:002008-09-17T13:16:23.391-07:00

Hump Day Sale!10% OFF all aprons in sale section ( this is 10% in addition to the sale price)Happy ShoppingPlease mention my blog at check out and the discount will be refunded back to your paypal account. Valid till 11:00 pm PST.

Rachel's Apronsnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-82166173885054371922008-09-13T12:05:00.001-07:002008-09-13T12:05:40.975-07:00

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Rachel's Apronsnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-27940178736206466692008-09-13T11:11:00.000-07:002008-09-13T11:25:39.539-07:00

With my sister getting ready to have her second child, I am feeling some inspiration for baby blankets. Crochet ones that is. My description for my latest baby blanket sums up how I feel about them.Imagine giving a gift that will be welcomed by both mother and child. An heirloom piece for the child to carry with them to share with their children. That's what giving a handmade baby blanket does.

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-33014760815069037682008-09-04T05:30:00.001-07:002008-09-04T05:38:31.856-07:00

The reasons that we all homeschool are as varied as us and they can be as personal as a wish.I am a Christian and I homeschool so that my children can be brought up in a Christian atmosphere. I want them to see the truths of the Bible and not be 'brainwashed' into thinking that the worlds sins are 'okay' just because we see them everyday. I do not want them to be desensitized to the pains that

Rachel's Apronsnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-5199005648129843582008-08-28T09:10:00.000-07:002008-08-28T09:35:51.035-07:00

How many of us can truly say that this is what we want our kids to do? We all sin and all do things that we would be disappointed if our kids did. When we do, it is important to ask for forgiveness in front of our kids and from our kids.We make choices everyday for our children because we want the best for them. Often times this can be a dictatorship. While I believe that kiddos need to be shown

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-57392514431353919282008-08-17T12:57:00.000-07:002008-08-17T13:11:24.672-07:00

Ha! Bet you thought it was shipping chickens internationally! LOLNo really it is just to help to unload some things that are heavy on my heart. It is hard to live under someone else's rule at times and I think it is also a good lesson for my three girls to have to do it. With their father and I working for ourselves they rarely see that we have someone to answer to other than the paper bills in

Rachel's Apronsnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-85441565297797008892008-08-05T09:19:00.000-07:002008-08-05T09:20:09.593-07:00

Well DH is going to go to the Dr's today. I am afraid that his incisions are becoming infected. On the plus side he has been going without pain meds so far today......still waiting to see how his mood is and if that is such a good idea. This afternoon we will see what the Dr has to say although I have been keeing antibiotic ointment on it and it covered and clean and dry. I know the lord will

Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13194466003541933938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-27737202161658014732008-08-02T21:11:00.000-07:002008-08-02T21:13:19.352-07:00

This last friday (Aug1), my husband went in for an outpatient surgery to repair an umbilical hernia. The word 'outpatient' makes you think that there should be no worries but when you are there witing and waiting and the surgery goes on for 2 hours rather than 1 like the doctor said, makes it scary. But praise god that everything went well and he is recovering well. Thru it all the kids were

Rachel's Apronsnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8517616720432917821.post-65015367694854829182008-06-04T16:54:00.000-07:002008-06-04T17:02:57.347-07:00

Other than being rather frugal and well, lets face it, cheap (living on one income will make you be creative), I love no no no....LOVE the idea of home made gifts! I am not sure when it became the norm that if you have a homemade gift that you are cheap, but that seems to be the attitude I encounter the most. Anyway...back on topic.Father's Day!Yeah DADS!I have decided that this year we are

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This is something that I will admit I am pretty horrible at. Hence all the lists. On my list still, to crochet those 3 white cloths and photo them! See, horrible. Good thing God and can forgive (and that no one had ordered them).So what did I find so much more intersting then cloths?I love a challenge and if I can learn something new, even better. I have come to really appreciate the internet.

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