Between Linnet and Linen

Fun Weekend at Buy the Book!

2011-02-18T07:29:00.000-08:00

There are lots of fun things happening around Lafayette this weekend and we have our little family agenda full. One that I thought was cute, (it's around bedtime so we won't be able to make it) happens to be at the Bookstore where I've been selling some of my headbands. It's called Buy the Book and they're having a family game night where you can bring your own games or play theirs. They have a really cute kids section and it's a fun place. You can bring in old books and then shop til your hearts content through a really great selection of books. We love going and I always end up spending way too much! If you have a chance to go - check it out! They just put an article about my headbands on their website - so go support!

Shutterfly awesomeness.

2010-11-30T09:20:00.000-08:00

If any of you wonderful fans are interested in some free Christmas cards, or just interested in ordering some cards from a nice place - here's a little something special for you. I try to send out Christmas cards every year, try being the pivotal word in that sentence. I try but usually don't get them out and they aren't what I want. Well, I've done a lot with Shutterfly - a great printing company - and I'm excited this year to try their Christmas cards. There are a ton of options and they're all really cute but I'm really excited about this one. The Red Revamped Christmas card, it's adorable and simple and elegant and I just love it. I think it's great. So friends and family, be looking for one in the mail because I'm getting it done early this year and hopefully in time.
They also make photo calendars, birthday cards, and more holiday cards. They have such great stuff and I hope you find something you like.
If you're a blogger then check out their promotion for free holiday cards here - free cards!

Happy Holiday wishes to all of you.

I'll be adding some fun updates and running a holiday sale soon. Right now I'm enjoying a little down time with the cutest little boy in the world, a much needed break from crafting.

Loves!

Country Christmas Boutique

2010-11-16T20:37:00.000-08:00

In case you don't follow my personal blog - here is a fabulous opportunity for all you crafty buyers out there.
The Chard annual Country Christmas Boutique is this weekend! Every year for the last 21 years my beautiful in-laws have put on a fabulous Christmas Boutique with the coolest Christmas stuff in the West.

Please come and celebrate the start of the season with the Chard family! The boutique starts Friday the 19th of November from 4 - 8pm and Saturday the 20th of November from 10am - 6pm. Bring a few canned goods for our donation to the Utah Food Bank!
There will be awesome Christmas trees, arrangements for both Thanksgiving and Christmas, headbands and hats, wood crafts, homemade Thanksgiving Pies, more goodies than you could ever imagine and much more!
Come and bring friends - there will be plenty of yummy refreshments and door prizes! It's the best way to start the season!
It's at the Whitear Recreation Center in Morgan.
W. 4100 N.
Morgan, UT
I will have all kinds of goodies and wonders in the boutique so go and check all our fab work out. My mother-in-law makes the most beautiful Christmas trees you could ever imagine, you won't regret the fun you'll have there. Seriously, I miss it more and more every year. Go check it out baby!

Winterish Craft Fair

2010-10-28T10:40:00.000-07:00

Alright folks, there is a fabulous craft fair coming up that I'm so very excited to be doing. There will be a ton of people (OK, 12) with booths and there will be all kinds of stuff there. Obviously I'm putting in my headbands, as well as some fun Christmas stuff, there will also be hats and blankets and toys and belts and gift ideas and food and a Scentsy booth and all kinds of fabulous stuff. I'm really terribly excited. If anything you should just come and eat some of the free goodies we'll have there.
Here's the info, hope to see you there!

Saturday, November 6 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Chauncey Village Clubhouse
East of 2 just off of Greenbush

1651 Chauncey Ct. North Dr.

Lafayette, 47905

Come party with us!

Here is a preview of some of the fun things I've been working on. Enjoy!

Some new tie designs.

A different kind of flower? We'll see.

I'm in love with this fabric, it's adorable no?

Lots of fun Christmas plaids for the girlies.

I made up some fun Halloween stuff, I didn't advertise it so I'll hang onto it for next year but I think they're fab.

I made some "Boiler Maker Pride" goodies for all the fans out there. If there's a school you want to support with certain colors, let me know.

I found these great buttons and I've gone crazy with them! I'm terribly excited about them.

There's a whole slew of "classy" coming at 'cha too. I had a lot of requests for things a little more simple so here you go, simple and blingy and classy.

And a craft fair in November wouldn't be complete without a few Christmas decorations. I think they're great.

These are ornaments. Cute right?

I hope you enjoyed the pictures and that you make it out to our great craft fair on November 6! Come, come, come!

Happy Statue of Liberty Day!

Long Overdue.

2010-10-26T10:31:00.000-07:00

Well friends, this is long overdue but I'm getting back in the groove and wanted everyone to notice the groovy new banner at the top of my blog. My friend Westin Smith designed that banner for me as well as some great new product tags.
Westin has done some really great work and is available for freelance work if you need any graphic design work done. Contact me if you are interested in finding out more. Thanks again Wes!

Happy World Smile Day!

More pictures, more styles.

2010-09-09T16:08:00.000-07:00

I'm finishing up the rounds, I hope you've enjoyed this little prolonging of goodness, I'll be updating my galleries soon and hopefully having another photo shoot with even more styles coming up!

Enjoy and happy Rosh Hashanah, and if you're not Jewish, happy Wonderful Weirdo's Day.

Mirror pictures.

2010-09-05T18:32:00.000-07:00

Here are some more pictures, possibly my favorite of the bunch. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do.

And yes, I know you're dying to see more, but they will have to wait for another moment in time, tomorrow maybe? Keep watching for more updates my friends, they are coming, and coming, and coming.

Happy Be Late for Something Day. I celebrate this day pretty much every day, especially to church on Sundays. Sheesh.

Aren't my models foxy?

2010-09-03T22:00:00.000-07:00

Thanks again to Dani Taylor Photography and to my two lovely models that were so sweet and wonderful, willing to model for me. I love all three of your cute faces!

If you have questions about any of the headbands feel free to email me at betweenlinnetandlinen@gmail.com. Several of them have been sold but I can recreate most items or at least get you something similar.

Happy Newspaper Carrier Day! (Who knew there was a day for that?)

New pics from some great photographers.

2010-09-03T15:03:00.000-07:00

A dear friend of mine in Utah (check out Dani Taylor Photography for full details) took some great pictures for me. She shot some of my headband party out there and then did a photo shoot of two beautiful girls sweet enough to model for me. Here are some highlights, I'll be adding more and more everyday - just to build the awesome suspense I know you're all feeling!

Here is a sample of her work for you to all admire. (This also happens to be my bestest friend's beautiful Newfoundland Bourbon. Isn't she beautiful?)

She does some amazing work, check it out.

Alright, now for the moment you've all been waiting for!!!!!!!

Do you remember these beauties? These two VERY unflattering, and unappealing skirts turned out some goods that I've already shown but here are a few closer looks.

Watch for tomorrow's smattering of wonderful pictures. And remember, if you want pictures done and you're in Utah check out Dani Taylor Photography.

If you're in Indiana, on the other hand - well then my other favorite photographer is still Jessica Bateman Photography! She recently did a photo shoot with a lovely model wearing one of my pieces. Check out her blog, she's oober talented so you won't regret it!

Go get your pictures done you crazy people! It's so worth it. Thanks again Dani!

And of course, happiest day of the year - LAZY MOM'S DAY! Best holiday ever.

A little Inspiration.

2010-08-27T15:41:00.000-07:00

Alright, I'm going to get back into the swing of blogging. I have some great pictures coming and I'm replenishing my inventory with new, great stuff. Here's a little fashion update though for all of your doubting that a headband is worthwhile in current fashion. Just a couple reminders. Marc Jacobs! Diane von Furstenberg! This year they both had amazing headbands in their Paris shows. Here are a few pictures to take you to a world of fancy and wonder.

My headbands obviously don't compare in the daring factor but, I hope this gives you some confidence to be daring and wearing some great hair accessories. Here's the link the the blog I stole these pictures from. Check out the pictures, they're great. Fashionising.
Keep watching for some new duds. (I'll be having a new post soon with all the great dresses I found in Utah. You better believe there will be a fashion show of hideousness!)
Happy "Duchess" who wasn't day!

A little trip to Utah

2010-08-22T12:17:00.000-07:00

We took a little trip to Utah (my home-digs) and I had a great turnout at the party out there. Here are a few pics to let you wish you were there.

A few happy little customers.

My nephew even ended up with a headband, I guess they aren't just for girls after all.

Little princesses trying on their crowns.

Some of the princesses couldn't handle all the fun.

The goods.

The food.

These two beautiful girls were my models for a fun photo shoot. Watch for coming pictures of their hot mugs.

If you missed the party, watch for updates or let me know if you would like to throw one yourself. There are great discounts that come from throwing a party, and hey - it's just fun.

Happy Hoodie-Hoo Day!

Fun times.

2010-08-09T21:20:00.000-07:00

A few shots for you of some lovely ladies trying on some groovy head bands. If you like them and are noticing just how much fun they seem to be having, please come to my party this Friday. It's in Morgan, Utah and if you're interested please feel free to email me for details. betweenlinnetandlinen@gmail.com.
Come, it's going to be so darn fun.

There were so many awesome holidays today I couldn't pick just one to celebrate so I hope you celebrated all of these...
Nagasaki Day
Perseid Meteor Showers
UN International Day of the World's Indigenous People
Veep Day
Victory Day (Rhode Island)
Moment of Silence (Japan)
National Day (Singapore)
National Women's Day (South Africa)

I think Veep Day is my favorite. what does that even mean?

Utah Party-Harty!

2010-07-22T08:01:00.000-07:00

Hey Y'all! I'm having a headband party at my parent's abode (in Utah) on Friday the 13th of August. If you live in Utah and you're interested in coming (or having your own party with major free stuff involved) please email me for details. betweenlinnetandlinen@gmail.com

There will be foody-goodness and lots of fun headbands and accessories to try on and play princess. There's no pressure to buy, but I won't stop you if you really like something. Come and try stuff on and be a princess for a day!

Friday the 13th from 4-8 p.m. Hope you can all make it

Also, if you're in Indiana and would like to have a party (again, there's lots of free stuff involved with throwing a party) please let me know. I'm willing to travel (within reason) and would love to come and let you have a princess day where the accessories are brought to you!

Here is a picture of this month's big hit! I've had a couple orders for this little beauty, I think it's pretty darn cute, let me know what you think.

Enjoy Pied Piper Day! Go round up some naughty rats (or children, depending on which version you're reading) and lead them into the river because it's Pied Piper Day!
Best,
W

What's this going to be?

2010-07-18T17:46:00.000-07:00

Here is a little preview of some new hottie dresses I picked up to make into some great new diggs. I'm not sure what they're going to make but look at them - they're going to be GREAT!

I like to call this the Hyacinth dress. (If you watch keeping up appearances then you know what I'm talkin' 'bout.)

This was supposed to be me making a great attempt at a very serious Spanish dancer, I didn't quite pull it off. I look more like I'm trying to be some kind of sexy and it just didn't work. Ignoring the terrible model in the pic, it's going to make some sweet stuff.

Remember this bad boy? Well, it made the great headband below and a killer belt (that I can't model because it doesn't quite fit but you bet your booty pictures will be coming soon).

I hope you all had some ice cream in honor of National Ice Cream Day today!
Btw...my loving husband purchased a new camera for me for my birthday so my pics will hopefully be a little better quality coming very, very soon. Hot dog!

New goodies.

2010-07-14T09:20:00.000-07:00

It's been awhile since I've taken new pics of my stuffs but here are a few that I will be adding to the market. You can check them out on etsy and/ or check them out as they slowly start popping up on this site. Hopefully soon I'll have pics of some new models, ignore my crazy faces and late-night hair. Soon people, new models coming soon. Enjoy!

Some new tie looks.

And some fun new arch headbands. Very cute and they sold like hot cakes at my party!

Thanks for a great party!

2010-07-12T17:22:00.000-07:00

To all of you who attended my little weekend shin-dig,

Thanks for making this weekend oh-so-spectacular! It was such a fun party with a great turnout and so nice to see great friends and even a few new ones. I hope you all enjoy your new wares and spread the word about this little shop.

To all of you who didn't make it and are waiting (oh-so-anxiously I'm sure) for new updates, keep watching. If I can convince my overly stressed husband to snap some shots tomorrow I will have pictures galore scattered across my blog. I hope you're all having a lovely International Town Criers Day and a happy birthday to Henry David Thoreau.

Modern Bird Studios Guest Giveaway

2010-07-07T10:38:00.000-07:00

Modern Bird Studios Guest Giveaway

Grosgrain is doing an amazing giveaway from a really amazing artist. Since my husband is an artist (a poetical artist) I'm always wanting to support a fellow artist trying to make it with their craft. Check it out, it's pretty darn amazing! I'm a fan modern bird studios.

Feedback Party

2010-07-05T18:57:00.000-07:00

If you're in the Lafayette Indiana area this Friday the 10th you should come on over to my feedback party. I need all the feedback that I can get so I decided to throw a little party in feedback's honor. So come and celebrate a little feedbackishness with me, some cookies, maybe some delicious hors d'oeuvres and some other Between Linnet and Linen fans!

All my best and hoping to see you there,
W.

Coming Attractions.

2010-07-01T15:47:00.000-07:00

I know that pictures taken in my homemade studio with our ancient 5 mega pixel camera (even with the help of my talented husband) is nothing compared to the beautiful pictures my friend Jessica (check out her blog here) has taken of my headbands. BUT, M. helped me try to get some shots to entice you to keep checking for updates. I have lots of great stuff in the works.
I've had some requests for more of the arc headbands so here is a preview of some that I've been working with, I think they're turning out pretty darn great.

There's an entire set with this material that is, well, adorable and great. Some mother/ daughter stuff, some cute new ideas and it's just funky and fun.

There's also a series with this great paisley print. It's a beautiful pink and cream that isn't done justice with these shots.

Some upcoming tie designs, much more coming with these.

These are some fun arc headbands for big or little girls. Very cute, funky and fun.

I like to think of this side as their cute little bums. I wanted to make the underside fashionable as well, just for fun. They turned out cute. More of these to come as well.

And this funky, frumpy mess of an unflattering skirt is becoming some pretty funky, awesome stuff. Just you wait Henry Higgins, it's going to be fan-diddly-tastic!

Have a fantastic Canada Day and enjoy the anniversary of the Postage Stamp! Come back soon.

Love, W.

Drumroll please...

2010-06-28T19:08:00.000-07:00

And the winners are... (picked randomly by random.org)

The publishers of these comments: (I had to add the comments because both Kim's won.)

Winner #1 - Kim: " Yay! I can post! Wendy, I love your blog. My fave is the tag about linnets. This is so super cool, and I hope I win your giveaway!"

Winner #2 - .jimaie.marie. "I love the blog! The look is fantastic, I love that your photos are big and bright and the site is so easy to navigate! Fantastic!! I really adore your items and am so glad I stumbled upon your shop on Etsy!"

Winner #3 - KIM "Made it through all the steps!!!! So very excited!!!!"

Contact me at betweenlinnetandlinen@gmail.com to claim your awesome custom prize!

Yay for all the winners! Everyone give them a big round of applause and then pat yourself on the back and give yourself a big hug from me. I really appreciate everyone checking out my blog and giving me feedback - I wish I could give you all something fantastic to wear on your cute heads. Thanks everyone and have a lovely Monday evening. Come back often for updates on all the new gear.

Grand Giveaway!

2010-06-24T18:59:00.000-07:00

Hello readers, I'm doing my first giveaway on this blog but mostly I really need all your help. I want to get this business advertised and coolified so here's the skitch:

3 randomly selected people (chosen by Random.org) will be chosen from those who make it through these 3 obstacles, and the winning includes participation by you.

1. Check out my new blog, browse around and tell me one thing you really like about it or one thing you think I should change, post in a comment on this blog.
2. Become a follower of Between Linnet and Linen, the blog, or heart me on Etsy. (Or both if you want extra points; just cool factor points actually, it doesn't actually figure into the random selection.)
3. Post a a nice plug about my business on your blog OR "share it" on facebook. (There's a link at the bottom of my blog). After this step, comment again letting me know you made it through the gauntlet and you'll be entered in twice.

Alright - after completing those awesome steps you will win...da, da, da...a custom design of your choosing. Preferably I would like you to find something in your closet that you want turned into a headband or accessory (I'm all about getting pics of upcycling projects), but if you see something I've already made that you want redone or spiced up to your specifications then that works too. I posted some pictures below to give you an example of some headbands created from upcycling that are - awesome. Just to give you some ideas.

The giveaway is open until Monday night at 10:00 p.m. Be there or be square and not flowered. Mm-hmm.

So friends, the game is on. Let the giveaway begin!

Post numero uno

2010-06-24T18:13:00.000-07:00

Welcome to Between Linnet and Linen!
I love to create beautiful things from stuff that, well, hasn't been used in awhile. I care about our world and I love old stuff so nearly everything I make is from something I purchased, stripped down or tore up. I hope you find something beautiful on this site and if you want to buy it - well, that's even better. Thanks for stopping by and enjoy browsing.