Hi everybody! I'm back from my wee break and am pleased that my first post is a charitable one. The tragedy in Japan has touched us all. Wanting to help in some small way, a group of crafty friends have organized a sale of our handmade goods with all of the proceeds going to Save The Children's efforts in Japan. There is a blog dedicated to showing each of the pieces being sold, with links to the Etsy shop or blog where it can be purchased. Please check it out here - Crafting For Courage There are some really gorgeous pieces being offered, all for a good cause. I have a few pieces this morning in my shop here - lil fish studios on Big Cartel. (you'll notice the "shop" tab at the top of my blog) I'm offering a wool and vintage button penny bouquet and a few oak and birch embroidered brooches. ***Update - the bouquet has sold! Thank you!!*** ***Update - the brooch with the flower has sold! Thank you!*** These items will be for sale until the 28th. Again, all proceeds will be donated directly to Save The Children so please stop by and have a look and spread the word. Thank you!