Galley Girl Makes it to Spoonflower Doll Contest and NEEDS Your Vote!

I'll make this quick. I'd like to see "Galley Girl" make it into the finals for a FABRIC CONTEST put on by the amazing Spoonflower and their blog (that's where you vote). I've been toying with upholstery quality fabric for some of my art and ordered two of my pieces in swatches from them. Next thing I see is a doll contest from Spoonflower and I decide to offer up "Galley Girl" to the fabric world for one week. Yes yes yes... I know she may not be your standard huggable doll type, but she has so many stories to tell and is quite a substantial piece (6" x 8") of beauty in her own way.

All you need to do to help me out is vote here (click the "vote here" on that page, even though you see Jane Pierce on that page, the voting is under "vote here").

Galley Girl is on the first page (or was) in multiples because it shows yardage.  Click on her, make it to the third page and submit. WE thank you for giving her a chance!

Peace,
zJayne and Galley Girl xo

When it Rains, It Pours 1000 Ideas!

Mom always said, "when it rains, it pours"! Excited to receive an email from the talented Garth Johnson - Craft Family, LLC from www.extremecraft.com, "that you (me) made it to the final, published version!"  Seems too that I'll be hearing from the publisher soon. AS soon as I know what number in the 1,000 amazing reuse inclusions I am, I'll post . . . yessiree!

There's a quick inside peek over here on Amazon too. The book will be released on November 1st in the United States, followed by other international versions. Thanks Garth! 

zJayne GIVEAWAY on Olive Bites Blog

The best SIX PACK in town. TWO more days left to easily ENTER this giveaway for my upcycled tShirt market bags. They have endless uses which include the grocery store, but also, laundry, gift giving (I like to fill with favorite grocery finds), sports bag, packages for post office, urban luggage and more.

Visit zJayne's (that's me) gorgeous (Olive Bites said this) shop and leave a comment letting Jane know about your favorite item or something you would like to see her carry!

Easy Peasy additional ways to enter:

1. Follow Olive Bites Blog (love her blog, the humor, the great finds, the eye appealing set up)
2. Twitter this contest.
3. Blog about this contest; linking to this post.

No more reading, go enter! Thanks!

Waste Not Want Not - Green Craft Magazine PREMIER ISSUE

From the publisher of Somerset Studio

Yes, it happens, the day comes when you are plugging away at your craft and you find yourself on THREE pages of one classy representation of eco friendly creative spirits and designers all in one place GreenCraft Magazine.

I am happy to share with anyone who will listen, that my upcycled former tshirt sleeves (leave no morsel untapped) Dryer Pillow Sheets are featured in their first issue along with 50+ stylish & sustainable projects. These lavender filled, double pouched, pillows are for use in the dryer in replace of chemically treated alternatives. They also pose as a quick sachet for camping, closets, drawers and more. . . . Available on Etsy and if you're local to the Cleveland area, you can find them at Green Smart Gifts, located at 14534 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, Ohio 44107

For the record, each set of three comes tagged:

”If we don’t waste what we have,
we’ll still have it in the future ”

Þ fragrant home grown Washington lavender buds inside
Þ double secured (see last pic, separate sewn pouch inside)
– no buds sneaking their way out, no way, no how!
Þ reusable, long lasting
Þ eco-friendly
Þ pose as a quick sachet for camping, closets, drawers and more. . .
Þ Size Approx. 4” x 4” each

100% Upcycled, no new tShirts were harmed to make this item.
(~made with recycled t-shirt sleeves, pieces and parts!)

Thank You to the Managing Editor, Amanda Crabtree and her helpful staff.
You're making a difference.

Just a Slice (of Moo)

I know, I know. . . whatever is she talking about. My youngest sista and I (shhhhh, she's just one smidgen of a year younger) . . . have this playful saying we've used in public for no apparent reason. It goes like this. . .

We're shopping, or there's quite a bit of silence going on . . . and one of us nonchalantly says "so o o o . . . I said to my husband"

AND then the other s l o w l y finishes . . . with "Michelle, quit wearing my dresses."
[disclaimer: neither of us is a Michelle, and any likeness to anyone in this quote is a mere coincidence]

NOW, for me, these new MOO mini CARDS have me befuddled and interested in learning more just like the reaction to our crazy (but we love it) charade saying.

I did it, I ordered these slices of my art and our recycled products because...well because... everyone else had them and I wanted them too! I succumbed and they are being very well received. Just like our fun little charade, I pull out my little holder (I'm using a clear vinyl thingy my optometrist gave me that is a perfect size - recycle renew repurpose, yup!) . . . share some slices of what I do, and the attention and desire to know more about them is quite fun!

I will, however, still be enjoying our quote when in California visiting my sister. We can't help it. . . it just happens, the timing is always perfect.

Oh, AND, if you too would like to have your own . . . here's a FREE SHIP code they sent me after my order to share with others until August 31, 2009! Go for it! CODE: QJ6BXS

Made in Heaven - An Eco Friendly Place!

Jordan Bell Designs

“Rock ‘n’ Rebellion”, “Peace, Hope, Love”, “Classic Vintage”, “Design Your Own” are just a few of the collections available from this talented designer! No wonder we've crossed paths, it's a match made in heaven!

Little did I know when I was first contacted by Jordan that we were such kindred spirits. Jordan has taken my recycled products places I have never dreamed of being, at least not yet! I'm coming along and luvin' every minute of it.

Jordan Bell has a long history in fashion design and couture retail as a sales rep for high-end retailers like Bloomingdale’s and Neiman Marcus.

As the sole owner and proprietor of Jordan Bell Designs, Jordan is self-taught and has a keen eye for the most rare and most high-end jewelry and materials to add to her creations. Jordan explains, “Each piece could potentially take days to make, but when it’s done, each one tells its own story.”

It has been my pleasure to supply this designer with eco friendly products. Each one-of-a-kind Jordan Bell Design comes in its own signature pouch, designed by zJayne.

Follow Jordan on Twitter.
View her collections and more http://jordanbelldesigns.com
Look for her in Italy now, the sky's the limit!

Thank you Jordan, you make a difference!

Holly Hocks are not Weeds! Eye Candy in the Garden!

I'm learning! My guru gardening sister NoraDora sent me holly hock seeds when I purchased her amazing Angel Trumpet seeds a couple years ago. While she explained they would not bloom (or was it even grow) the first year . . . I forgot about them. This year something began growing right outside my sewing window and while I was weeding, I called over my neighbor to ask if they were weeds or not. She informed me that she thought they were "holly hocks" and that she had accidentally pulled all hers one year too.

NOTE: My neighbor did show me weeds I was growing (ha a hahahaha), tall ones too!

Within a short time these gorgeous Holly Hocks grew. . . they are over six feet tall!! No kidding! I'm learning. . . and loving it!

Cleveland Handmade on FOX 8 - Friday!

A treasury made in celebration of Cleveland Handmade being featured on Fox8 this coming Friday, June 26th on the 8:00-9:00 news show.
petitelibellule & virtuallori will represent the team!
Go team!

In celebration, a number of Cleveland Handmade artists will be offering specials in their Etsy shops. We invite you to check out this promotions thread at Etsy.com to see the offers.

Tune in for the 8:00 hour on Friday to see some fresh new items from Cleveland Handmade!