Janelle Haskin

Homesick

2011-12-22T16:57:00.000-08:00

A really lovely friend introduced this song to me so I thought I'd share it. I think it is one of the prettiest songs I've heard in a long time.

Lately, I have been feeling a bit homesick... homesick for my friends. Luckily I have gotten to spend a few incredible weekends with them... and tomorrow one of my besties is throwing a Christmas gathering and I will get to see everyone again. I simply... CAN! NOT! WAIT!

I hope you all are well and are either already celebrating the Festival of Lights(Chanukah!) or are gearing up to be with your families this weekend. I wish you all a happy and healthy. <3

Thankful + Sale

2011-11-23T19:06:00.001-08:00

This year I am thankful for... • My Family • My amazing friendships • Living with Eric in our little farmhouse • Puppy shopping • My incredible customersHappy Thanksgiving dears. I hope you are all planning on gorging yourselves with lots of homemade goodness. I know I am! :)Take 20% OFF your entire purchase in my shop BLACK FRIDAY ONLY with coupon code SNUGGLE. My hand knit accessories will make the coziest of gifts for just about everyone on your holiday shopping list! ;) SHOP NOWxoJanelle

Hello!!! :)

2011-11-11T14:11:00.000-08:00

Although I did not do it on purpose per say... I believe, I truly needed a break from blogging. The other day... I started to really miss it! And miss all of you and reading your wonderful blogs. I have been ridiculously busy working, prepping for Art Star (yikes! It's next weekend already!) trying to clean and cook dinners and on top of all that normal day to day stuff, I also of course want time with friends and Eric! I've convinced myself that after next weekends big show, life should surely calm down, which I will be very thankful for.

I previously blogged about having another photoshoot with the talented Sharyn Frenkel and my gorgeous friends Leila and Stephanie... Here's how it turned out!

In other news, I am cutting my hair tomorrow and even though I am a bit nervous, I am very excited. I'll let you know how it goes... ;)

xo
Janelle

Little Talks

2011-09-19T16:02:00.001-07:00

Completely in love with this song and can not wait to hear the full album when it comes out next year! Eeee! :)

xo
Janelle

My, Oh My!

2011-09-12T18:32:00.000-07:00

Things seem to be falling into place quite nicely the past couple of weeks. I landed a full time job, and have been coming home at night and working super hard on some really great new pieces for fall, while catching up on some much needed TV time! (Ahhem! Can you say Mad Men obsession!!?!) I have been enjoying a set schedule during the week and loving special friend time on the weekends. The only thing I am missing now is a little pup to love and to hug! (Hopefully soon!!)

This past weekend my gorgeous and talented pals came over to zee house and we had a photoshoot of my fall line. Here's a little teaser for you... I'm DYING to see the rest!!! Eeeee!!! :)

Photos by Sharyn Frenkel Photography
Lovely Models Leila Miller and Stephanie Ochal
Pieces available now in My Shop!

xo
Janelle

It's Electric!

2011-09-01T17:51:00.001-07:00

It's been a long week of candle light and darkness, but alas, THE POWER IS FINALLY BACK ON!!! WOOOHOOOOOO!! :) I plan on blogging more this weekend, but for now check out my shop. I just updated it with two AMAZING pieces that are bound to get you positive attention this fall. I just adore both of them!

xo
Janelle

Sweet Treat

2011-08-25T14:47:00.000-07:00

The people whom we bought our house from were kind enough to plant a few things in our garden before we moved in. One of these yummy things is rhubarb. The first time I experienced rhubarb was actually just this year, baked into a delicious pie Eric's grandmother made. Since it is now growing tall and strong, I decided to give rhubarb a go and see if I could make something super tasty.

Blueberry Rhubarb Brown Betty

I used fresh rhubarb straight from my garden and many handfuls of blueberries that are in a huge box in my freezer. I actually found it really helpful that the blueberries were frozen so when I was mixing in the other ingredients, they didn't smush.

Add 1 Tb flour, 1/2 c sugar, 1 tsp salt, 1 Tb water and a few squirts of lemon juice to your fruit mixture and stir. Let sit for about 10 minutes or so to allow the juices to come out.

In a separate dish, put 6 Tb butter, 6 Tb flour, 1/2 c of brown sugar, and some sprinkles of cinnamon. Mix together.

Add 1/2 c of rolled oats

Put the fruit mixture into your pie dish and crumble your crumbs on top. Put in oven set to 350 and cook for about 30 minutes. Keep checking to make sure your crumble isn't burning.

So yummy!!!!! :) Enjoy with vanilla ice cream on top while still warm!

xoxo
Janelle

Vacay by the Sea

2011-08-21T16:49:00.000-07:00

I have been a very absent blogger over the past two weeks and I want you all to know I've missed you so so much! I took a much needed vacation by the ocean and spent many hours with my family and friends. It was so nice to not have to worry about anything and be able to simply enjoy my time with my family.

The photos above are...
1. Super yummy strawberry shortcake my friend Shawny made for his birthday last Monday.
2. My auntie came all the way in from Oregon to hang out and it was so great to see her!
3. I took a ride in a ferris wheel at the jersey shore.
4. The mini infinity scarf in a gorgeous custom color combination I made for a customer this past week. I LOVE making custom orders so please ask if you have something in mind!!! ;)

I hope you all are enjoying the last days of August. We just had a massive thunderstorm and I can feel a cooler breeze floating in through the window... ah... feels like fall! Yay! :)

xo
Janelle

Autumn is Coming!

2011-08-11T04:25:00.000-07:00

I have been MIA in blog world all week, but in real life I have been crocheting my little fingers to the bone! This weekend I am heading down to Margate NJ to do an outdoor craft show on Saturday. If you are in the area, or would like to spend a gorgeous(Yes, the weather is supposed to be nice!!) day at the beach, come down and say hi! :)

I've been making a bunch of new things with gorgeous new fall colors that I put in my shop this week because I just couldn't wait anymore. Making their debut on Saturday will also be super cute scallop collars that nobody has seen yet!

Hope to meet some of you there! :)

xo
Janelle

Someone Else's Life

2011-08-05T04:38:00.000-07:00

Eric and I have started ripping apart the one upstairs bedroom, (ie: he does the dirty stuff and I bring him water when he is thirsty!) We are pulling up the carpet so we can fix the original wide hard wood floors and pulling down the plaster on the walls to re-do it plus put in some more electric outlets while it is down.

While ripping down the plaster, Eric has found lots of treasures! So far, he found old records cracked in pieces and stuck in the plaster, an old check from 1983, a picture of a super cute puppy, (also from 1983) some mickey mouse playing cards and a police badge of some sort. It's so strange to me how and why these objects found their way into the plaster to begin with... almost eerie... Who were the people that lived in this house before us and all of the people before them? When you purchase a home from the 1850s, you know that obviously you aren't the first, and most likely will not be the last people to live here. However, it is still a weird feeling when you come across these old possessions. Someone else's life...

xo
Janelle

Music Mondays + SALE

2011-08-01T04:59:00.000-07:00

My personal anthem for summer, I just ADORE The Naked and Famous. They are so much fun! I got to see them live a few months ago and this weekend I will get to see them perform again for free at the Piazza in Philly, STOKED! :)

Also, Happy August! Can you believe how fast this summer is flying by? Because there are only 30 days until September and my favorite season is quickly approaching, I am offering 20% off anything in my store today and tomorrow only. Use coupon code SUMMERSALE when checking out to receive your reduced price.

xo
Janelle

Mini Baby!

2011-07-28T04:27:00.000-07:00

Yesterday I got the best, most exciting little birthday gift in the mail! A Mini Diana lomography camera! I'm so in love with her and am running out this morning to purchase some film. I can't wait to play around and take tons of awesome photos. The mini fits in the palm of my hand, and is the most perfect little accessory to take to any occasion. I am beyond siked! (Can ya tell!? ;)

I know, I know, my lens cap is on! I'm only pretending! ;)

What was the greatest gift you ever received?

xo
Janelle

Music Mondays

2011-07-25T15:15:00.000-07:00

I was so super sad to hear of the passing of Amy Winehouse over the weekend. I found her to be such a ridiculously talented lady, and I was sincerely hoping she would be able to clean herself up and make another album for me to love. RIP Amy, I will treasure your music always.

xo
Janelle

Heat Wave

2011-07-22T04:33:00.001-07:00

I don't know about where you guys live, but where I'm at right now, the heat is INSANE! Usually I'm not much of a complainer, but picture this... 3 fans, bag of ice, me tank top, shorts and hair pulled back, laying on the floor, covered in sweat. And that is me, for all day yesterday and I can only guess most of today and tomorrow. Yuck! I can not wait until fall. Give me snowstorms and rainfall baby! At least that's pretty to look at! :)

Okay, I swear thats all the complaining I will be doing in this post! :)

Wednesday was an awesome day! My dear friend Kasey and her lovely hubby John who run etsy shop kayemkay dropped by for a visit before they make a huge move next Tuesday and travel across the country to California! I'm so happy for them and can't wait to hear about their adventures in the golden state, but I will miss their presence on the east coast. Anyway! Kasey and I had a little collaboration photoshoot with her gorgeous dresses and a few of my hair accessories.

I am the proud owner of this beautiful bird heart dress! It is now for sale in her shop and it is a dream! :)

This one is Kasey's newest design and fits to hug every curve. It is gorgeous and I want it!(Along with everything else she makes... ;)

Eric came home from work just in time to get his photo taken!

And of course the adorableness that is Casey and John! Love them! :)

Stay cool, my friends! And if you are lucky enough to have a pool or somewhere to swim, do not tell me because I will become insanely jealous! ;)

xoxo
Janelle

Music Mondays

2011-07-18T04:55:00.000-07:00

Todays Music Monday post features The Smiths!

"To die by your side is such a heavenly way to die"

xo
Janelle

PS- Did you see my new foodie post?

Nom! Nom! Nom! - Sweet Potato French Fries

2011-07-17T08:06:00.000-07:00

Lately I've been buying sweet potatoes and cooking awesome french fries! It is such a fast and easy recipe to whip up as a side dish and it looks very impressive. Perfect for entertaining, I guarantee your guests will love them! ;)

Ingredients
sweet potatoes (I cut up one per person)
olive oil
salt
pepper
nutmeg
cinnamon

1. Use a really sharp knife and cut into thin strips (I personally love them really crispy, so the thinner the better!)
2. Put them in a large bowl and add a tablespoon or so of olive oil. You want the potatoes to be covered, but not drenched.
3. Add salt, pepper, nutmeg and cinnamon to taste.
4. Lay out on a cookie sheet covered in tin foil coated in PAM, and put in the oven at 350. They take at least 20 minutes, sometimes longer depending on how crispy you make them.

Thats it, easy-peazy! ;) Serve hot and enjoy!

Don't forget to switch it up and use regular potatoes for french fries by following all of the steps above with only olive oil, salt and pepper!

xoxo
Janelle

Birthday Wish List

2011-07-14T04:41:00.000-07:00

My birthday is coming up shortly(July 23 to be exact!) so yesterday, just for fun I created a birthday wish list treasury on Etsy and I think it looks pretty nice! I featured some of my most favorite sellers and items and I hope you enjoy! :)

View it Here

Last night the hot, humid dreadful weather has seemed to of been taken away by a nice fall-like breeze. It makes me yearn for autumn and boots and capes and fire pits more than I can even say! I love the sound of the large maple tree out back rustling in the breeze. Autumn in this house is going to be incredible, I just know it!!! :)

xo
Janelle

Yellow Dress + Mini Bows

2011-07-12T04:28:00.000-07:00

While cleaning out my closet at my parents house, I came across a few treasures that for whatever reason never made it into my steady wardrobe. I bought this Samantha Pleet for Urban dress a year or two ago on sale for pretty cheap. I'm not exactly sure why I never wore it... possibly the color(turns out I'm not much of a yellow person?) or the fact that it is linen??(the silliest reason of all!) I have to say, It felt nice taking it for a spin yesterday! It was also really fun to play around with my mini bow hair clips! I loved the look of two in my hair and clipping one to the strap of my dress. I think it added a really cute little detail. Whatcha think??

excuse my nerd face! :)

I bought these shoes on Sunday at the Nine West outlet, and oh wow I love love love them!!! NW was having an incredible buy one get one 50% off including sale shoes. I bought these lovely dancing shoes and a pair of cute flip flops for just 44 bucks! Score!

Dress: Rapscallion by Samantha Pleet for Urban Outfitters
Shoes: Nine West
Necklace: Vintage
Mini Bows: made by me! :) A great deal at only $15 bucks! Purchase here

xo
Janelle

Music Mondays + A Touch of Nostalgia

2011-07-11T04:37:00.000-07:00

Nostalgia Number One...

I've been in a Dashboard type of mood lately, which is very high school of me. I believe this has been going on since Tuesday night when my friends and I went to a super fun party in Philadelphia called 'MakeoutClub.' They play all types of fun dancy-emo music and everyone sings super loud and it is all very nostalgic.

My gorgeous friends and I at MakeOuTClub. Photo by FameLust

Nostalgia Number Two...

I became nostalgic again yesterday while unpacking my grandmothers fancy china. I remember countless holidays setting the table with this said china, and it made me miss my mom-mom something fierce! I'm so thankful to have so many of her beautiful things now in our house, I think she would be really happy to see Eric and I using everything. :)

xoxoo
Janelle

And We Called It Home

2011-07-07T05:57:00.000-07:00

Dear friends, meet the exterior of our lovely new home! Though it's been just a few days, I feel completely comfortable in our new surroundings and am finding the quietness extremely peaceful. I love watering all of the gardens in the evening and it seems we get the sweetest breeze at night. It truly feels like a magical place to live and I am so grateful for it. The other day I planted pumpkin seeds and I am hoping they flourish being it is already July! (Does the saying 'Better late than never' apply to plants??!)

xo
Janelle

A Very Short Hiatus

2011-07-03T08:02:00.000-07:00

Moving is forcing me to take a very short internet hiatus... I believe I will be all hooked up again sometime on Wednesday. Until then, I leave you with a photo of my pear tree! Aren't those little babies cute!!? I can't wait to enjoy them when they are bigger! Yum!

I hope all of you USA-ers have a safe and super fun Fourth of July weekend! :)

xxo
Janelle

Moving Weekend!

2011-07-01T05:44:00.000-07:00

This weekend, Eric and I are able to start moving our things into our new house! We are both so excited to get out of the apartment and start making the house feel like our own. Being little Miss Procrastination, I of course have yet to start packing... but thats what today is for, right!? ;)

Here are some things I found on Etsy that I would love to have in our new home.

Apple Green Finial Shelf by Funkiefinds

Lewiston I. Diamond Point CHANDELIER Light by LampGoods

Grow Your Own Food print by bluebicicletta

Wolf Den Coat Rack by cantileverandpress

everyday yellow ochre on white passionflower linen napkins set of 4 by giardino

So, you know... if anyone wants to buy us a present... ;)

xoxoxo
Janelle

Music Mondays

2011-06-27T04:45:00.000-07:00

The Killers- Everything Will Be Alright

This past week has been a rough one... The world lost a truly great person, someone I've known since elementary school. I am heading home today to attend my dear friend's funeral on Tuesday... It's going to be a horrible day. I don't think the reality of things has officially set in yet... All I know is I will greatly miss our random run ins, or him telling the karaoke host to turn off my microphone because I'm tone deaf. Oh life... :(

This song has always been the sound of melancholy to me. It hits my heart hard and I've always really loved it. It seemed to be appropriate for today's musical selection.

Be safe, my friends.

xo
Janelle

My Hipstamatic Summer

2011-06-21T16:02:00.000-07:00

Happy Summer Solstice my lovely friends!! How are you all spending the longest day of the year?

xo
Janelle

Music Mondays

2011-06-20T05:42:00.000-07:00

The Decemberists: June Hymn

Did you see my latest fashion post?

xo
Janelle

It's Not Always Black and White

2011-06-17T17:47:00.000-07:00

shorts: forever 21
top: gap
shoes: frye
necklace: mysalvation
glasses: ray ban

Since I was a child, I've always been pretty self conscience about my legs, my thighs in particular. For a long time, I refused to wear shorts, or super short dresses for fear of feeling like the elephant man. I never thought I was fat, but even at my skinniest, my thighs haunted me. Thoughts of the pale, doughy masses frolicking in the daylight gave me chills and drove me to wear pants on even the hottest days of summer. I'm not exactly sure when the transition to being comfortable with myself happened... I have come to accept that no matter how much running I do, or how much I try to limit my candy intake(which is seriously hard for me to do!!!) I will always have fuller legs. I am a curvy, size 6 girl, and even though it is hard to sometimes not wish to be thinner, or smarter, or whatever, accepting myself for who I am inside and out is the best I can do. In the words of dear Lady Gaga... I was born this way, baby! ;)

xo
Janelle

Nom! Nom! Nom!

2011-06-16T09:18:00.000-07:00

Another Foodie Post!

Two nights ago I made a super delicious and easy chicken dish. I'm all about easy and fast cooking because I normally don't have the patience for complicated meals. However, saying that, I still really love trying new things and feel the best sense of accomplishment when one turns out super yummy!

Chicken Breast stuffed with Apple and Raison Stuffing

Stuffing
I bought a box of chicken based whole wheat stove top stuffing because as I said, I'm a lazy cook. I followed the directions on there except I added into the boiling water 1 medium sized apple chopped up and a small pack of raisons. Mix everything up and cover with a lid while it thickens.

Chicken
3 (or however many you need) free range chicken breasts
Cut the chicken down the center(not all the way through), and spread the opening apart so you can stuff it.
Spice it up! I sprinkled with pepper, salt, paprika, and bouquet garni
Place them in a baking pan with a few pieces of butter on the bottom of the pan and 1 or 2 small pieces on top of the chicken.
Put your stuffing inside the chicken and stuff so it is overflowing.
Cover the chicken with tin foil(you don't want the stuffing to burn) *Remove foil when chicken is close to being done so the stuffing gets crisp on top*
Place in oven at 350 for probably about 40-50 minutes... when cooking chicken stuffed you want the temperature inside the stuffing to be 165 degrees when finished.

And there you have it! A quick, easy and delicious dinner for you and your family to enjoy. I think it would be a great dish to make for a dinner party because it is quite pretty!

Do you have any easy recipe suggestions for me to try?

xo
Janelle

Up the Arbor to your Door, and More

2011-06-15T05:53:00.000-07:00

So.... BIG NEWS... That beauty of a house up there... well... WE JUST BOUGHT IT!

eeee!!! :)

I've posted about our search for the perfect house before and we've never had much luck in the past. This time around, the entire process went so quickly and so smoothly that I really feel it was meant to be. I can't wait to share more photos of it when we move in mid July. It was built in the 1850's and has a huge walk in fireplace by the kitchen. On the property there is also a barn(Ahhhmmm! Hello wedding!) (Because of this house, I am officially all wedded out and want to plan something for either this fall or spring!)

Anyway, I am beyond excited and it feels really great to finally be able to talk about it openly. We have been keeping things pretty hush hush because I think we are both terrified of jinxing our new found good luck. I now truly believe that everything happens for a reason. Good things happen when you are ready.

On another note, I made a pretty rad dinner last night that I will be sharing with you later this week! Yum! ;)

xo
Janelle

Music Mondays

2011-06-13T05:46:00.000-07:00

The Naked and Famous
Girls Like You

xo
Janelle

Weekend Rewind

2011-06-12T15:24:00.000-07:00

This weekend was truly and utterly fantastical. Friday evening I made my way to Philadelphia, weekend bag and funfetti cupcakes in tote, for a ladies night sleepover partaayy. We kicked off the night right with a huge bottle of white wine, followed by some sparkly champagne and a delicious lemon/garlic tilapia dinner. Although we had girly games on hand such as mall madness, we ended up getting a bit too tipsy and silly to sit still and simply play a game.

Saturday started off right by a late wake up call and eggs, bacon and whole wheat toast for breakfast(we tend to center most events around yummy food and good drinks, can you tell!?) We then proceeded to get dressed and head over to the Yards Brewing Company for a tour + yummy samples. It was really chill and I highly suggest going there if ever in the Philadelphia area. We then had lunch, more beer and went on back to the house for some quiet time before our big night of dancing. We ended up going to Silk City for an 'Anything You Can Shake Your Hips To' party and boy, did I ever shake my hips! I woke up this morning feeling like my body had been swinging around in circles all night. The above photo was taken before we got all sweaty and out of control! I may add some more photos to this post later on!

My lunch today! Grilled Krispe Kreme Donut with a mini burger and Chocolate covered Bacon from PYT... Heaven in my mouth! :)

I feel like I have some of the most amazing friends in the world and even though I live a bit far away from them now, I really appreciate the weekends we get to spend together. It was so great and I can't wait for our next big girly weekend! :)

Do you and your friends have girly weekends and if so, what do you do?

xo
Janelle

Fill in the Blank Friday

2011-06-10T10:49:00.001-07:00

Last summer's July 4th fireworks in Marblehead!

1. This weekend I'm .. Attending a ladies night sleepover with a few of my most favorite people in the world! Going to the Yards Brewery in Philly to part-take in some beer week fun. Maybe a little dancin' schmancin' at night. Snuggly time with the pups!
2. My last vacation was ... Last summer when Eric and I went to Marblehead, MA
3. My next vacation will be ... Most likely Marblehead again this summer... hopefully visiting Montreal in the fall!
4. My favorite way to relax is .. Sitting on the beach with a great book!
5. When vacationing one should always .. Eat lots of ice cream!
6. When vacationing one should never... Be negative, you should just enjoy your time away from real life stuff.
7. The best part about a vacation is... Being on vacation! ;)

I stole this from annalynnreilly

Meow! Meow! Meow!

2011-06-08T05:17:00.000-07:00

Calling all crazy cat ladies! This is probably the cutest and one of my most favorite pieces I've ever made, ever!

Pretty Kitty Headbands and Brooch's now available for purchase in my shop! All the faces are hand embroidered so no two are the same. You can choose cat color, and eye and nose color to make it look custom to your own cat! ;)

Hope you love them! :)

xo
Janelle

Music Mondays

2011-06-06T06:54:00.001-07:00

So I've decided to officially devote Monday's posts to one of my most favorite things... music! I'm going to try my hardest to get on some sort of blogging schedule. I'll let you all know when I figure it out! ;)

I'm a big fan of the Mother Monster. I think beyond the crazy clothes and ridiculous dance moves, this gal can really sing. I would love to go see her perform with no tricks or special effects, just gaga + a piano. 'You and I' shows off her talent, and I hope you enjoy!

xo
Janelle

An Outdoor Adventure

2011-06-05T12:40:00.000-07:00

On Saturday, Eric, our friend Steve, and I set off on an adventurous climb to the Pinnacle, Berks Counties highest point of elevation, located on Blue Mountain. It was the perfect day for it being it was completely overcast and even chilly during some parts of the hike. If you are ever in the Lehigh/Berks area, I highly suggest checking it out, however be aware that it is home to gross creatures such as copperheads and rattlesnakes!(EEEEK!) Steve does this hike fairly often and warned us ahead of time that he normally sees at least one snake during his trip. I then warned him that I might faint. I have always been 100% completely terrified of those demonic creatures, but when we did come across that one, I was super proud of myself for only letting out one small, girlish shriek and kept the shaking to a minimum. I did not cry, this time.

The only camera I brought was the one in my iphone, so I apologize for the poor photo quality, it definitely did not do the amazing views justice!

Eric looking super handsome on the way there! ;)

With all the different trails we went on, it turned out to be about a 10 mile hike, and boy, do I feel it today! It was good fun, and I'd love to do it again! :)

What did you do this weekend??

xo
Janelle

Custom Orders

2011-06-01T05:30:00.000-07:00

The Lovely Leaf Headband in Shades of lemon and Cream

The Lady Turban in 100% Navy Cotton

Over the weekend I did two custom color orders. This is so fun for me to do because a lot of the times the customer will think of an awesome color combo that I myself may have never put together. I think both of the above orders turned out excellent!!

Moral of the story, don't be shy, request a unique and custom headband!! ;)

xo
Janelle

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Bathing Beauties

2011-05-28T06:11:00.000-07:00

Me and my two favorite girls last summer in our bathing costumes!

I hope you all have a fun and safe Memorial Day weekend! Last night I celebrated one of my most favorite people in the entire worlds birthdays, and Sunday I am going to Knoebels Amusement Park. It's a pretty neat place with really old wooden roller coasters and lots of cotton candy and kettle corn to stuff my face with! Yuuuummmmyyyyy! ;)

What are you doing for this long, lovely weekend?

xo
Janelle

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Swoon

2011-05-25T10:13:00.000-07:00

Recently I've come across a few items from Etsy I just can't live without. It's such a strange yet wonderful feeling when you find your necklace or dress or boot soulmate. When this happens to me I must bring the glorious item to live in my home immediately!

Here are some unique and truly special finds...

Antler Talisman Double Point Necklace No. 5
I'm dying over this piece to be perfectly honest and most likely will have to purchase it before the end of the day because my heart might break if someone else does. Seriously swoon-worthy!

Next up are these ridiculously cute Illustrated dresses by Supayana

A dress + a deer illustrated on it? Seriously girl, bestow my heart!

And finally, the prints from shop drkennedyjones are just in a sense... off the hook!

Each one is so unique and different from the last... go have a looksie for yourself!

xo
Janelle

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The Perfect Summer Accessory!

2011-05-24T04:43:00.000-07:00

Leaf Scarf in Green, Beige, Burnt Orange & Blue

Oblong Scarf in Orange, Blue & Beige Floral

Coral, Yellow and Blue Floral Scarf

Sorry kids, this beauty sold!

Over the weekend I found some beautiful and unique vintage summer scarves. Eric took some photos of me in them and I put them for sale in my shop for just $14 doll hairs! They are all in perfect condition and I wish I could keep all of them. The blue and lemon one already sold, so make sure to grab them up quick!! ;)

xo
Janelle

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Art Star Craft Bazaar 2011

2011-05-20T14:51:00.000-07:00

What a time it was! Despite the terrible weather we had on Saturday and the stress over possible thunder storms on Sunday(which oddly enough, turned out to be a beautiful day!), Art Star was an incredible experience. I was under the Team HiP tent with 3 of the loveliest most interesting women I've ever met. (And their awesome husbands and my dear bff Ashley!) Sadly, (or stupidly!) I didn't take many photos of what was going on around us, but I sure got some good shots of the incredible work under my tent. Take a look!

Meet Jenny from the shop The Painted Lily She makes the most incredible coasters that pretty much almost sold out. All of her items make the perfect gift for just about anyone!

And then there is Michelle, aka Michabella whose bright colored statement necklaces and earrings are 100% swoon-worthy!

Pretty sweet, right!!? :)

Finally, there is the adorable Kasey, from Kayemkay I've been coveting one of her dresses for quite some time now so it was super exciting to see them in person and try them on! I purchased a charming fitted floral number, and will definitely be purchasing one of her cookie cutter heart dresses later this summer.

Kasey wearing one of my studded turbans.

Kasey and her hubby John swaying to the music

and finally, some photos of my set up...

Darling Zooey :)

And the four of us(I'm wearing my KayemKay dress!)

xx
Janelle

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My ABCs

2011-05-20T08:55:00.000-07:00

Baby Snow White obsessed me! ;)

I thought the rain stopped... and then it started again... looks like no running outside for me today! Therefore, I leave you with the ABCs of me, found on the lovely blogger/etsy seller Rebecca's Blog

A: Age: 26
B. Bed size: Strange mattress on the floor... Eric and I are in a major transition and just might be moving soon!!!! ;)
C. Chore that you hate: Vacuuming. Ugh.... hate it!
D. Dogs: Jake and Bella!

E. Essential start to your day: hot water with lemon and either cold cereal or oatmeal
F. Favorite color: Hmmm... I love a deep plum and gray and mint
G. Gold or Silver: i love a brassy gold
H. Height: 5'7
I. Instruments you play: I played the clarinet and piano all through middle and high school
J. Job title: Crocheter
K. Kids: Zero!
L. Live: Fleetwood, PA (hopefully moving soon!)
M. Mother's name: Tina
N. Nicknames: Jannie, Jazzy, Nelly, Frankenstein, Brains....
O. Overnight hospital stays: none, thanks goodness! :)
P. Pet peeve: Plans getting canceled last minute. I really love and look forward to seeing my friends and get really sad when things don't work out!
Q. Quote from a movie: How about a Sex in the City quote instead... "“The most important thing in life is your family. There are days you love them, and others you don’t. But, in the end, they’re the people you always come home to. Sometimes it’s the family you’re born into and sometimes it’s the one you make for yourself.”
R. Right or left handed: right
S. Siblings: Brett, 23
T. Time you wake up: Around 7:30, 8
U. Underwear: today they are grey! ha
V. Vegetable you hate: asparagus.... yucky... I pretty much love all other vegetables!
W. What makes you run late: I'm the one who is always early. This can be good and bad!
X. X-Rays you've had: I think just my teeth!
Y. Yummy food that you make: Apricot chicken is pretty darn good and I love pasta and meatballs and garlic bread-- So simple and so delicious! :)
Z. Zoo animal: I love the monkeys and large cats... anything that appears to be snuggly! :)

Art Star photos coming soon...

xx
Janelle

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A Little Mid-Day Treat! :)

2011-05-16T11:42:00.000-07:00

Before I share the excellence that was Art Star... I wanted to leave you, my lovely followers with a fun little treat... ;)

xx
J

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Art Star Craft Bazaar

2011-05-10T05:24:00.001-07:00

This weekend I am one of the many vendors selling at the Art Star Craft Bazaar Saturday and Sunday at Penns Landing in Philadelphia. This is my first time participating in such a huge event, but I feel quite prepared and not stressed out--yet! :)

Please do me a favor and all do some serious no rain dances for me because of course, the forecast at this point is calling for rain! (I'm doing my dance right now! ;)

I hope you all had a lovely Mother's Day with your mommies and other loved ones! My family had a little BBQ outback with my mom's best friend since kindergarden and her hubby and daughter. Here is a photo of my mom and Patti when they were kids...

My mom is the girl in the middle front with the long dark hair and Patti is in the front all the way to the right. So cute! :)

Now, don't forget... Do those rain dances!!! :)

xo
Janelle

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Geronimo

2011-05-04T11:37:00.000-07:00

As I was giving my hands a well needed rest from crocheting for this weekends Handmade Brigade craft show in South Philly, I came across my new fashion obsession. Jenny Reyes is the talent behind clothing company Geronimo. Not only is each piece in her Spring 2011 collection AHHHMAZING, but after doing some digging, I found she caught tons of inspiration while touring with one of my most favorite bands, Rilo Kiley and then again with Jenny Lewis and The Watson Twins. Could this girl be any more awesome!!?

I will indeed be saving my pennies for the Julia Dress available for sale in her shop.

**All photos taken from Geronimo Website**

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Congratulations

2011-05-02T04:51:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Polly from the awesome blog The Littlest Polly for winning my Mini Bow Giveaway! Please contact me right away to claim your prize! :)

(janelle.haskin@gmail.com)

xoxo
J

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Last Few Hours To Win...

2011-05-01T09:48:00.000-07:00

Last few hours to win my Mini Bow Hairclip Giveaway! Enter HERE!

xo
J

Date Night!

2011-04-29T12:21:00.000-07:00

Being with someone for almost 8 years certainly has its perks; you get to eat like a pig, burp, snore, pick your nose and do numerous other nasty things, yet you can breathe a sigh of relief knowing he's guaranteed to more than likely, still love you. Being with someone for 8 years can also be a bit of a drag(for lack of better words) occasionally. I talk to my friends about the fun, romantic dates they are going on or what boy they are kissing this week and then I hang up and go sit next to the old ball and chain... Now, don't get me wrong, I love Eric for sure, but it can be a bit difficult to sometimes not get caught in a rut. We've spoken about this numerous times and have come to the conclusion that we need to go on real live dates every few weeks to keep things exciting.

This morning while I was laying in bed, still half asleep with I'm sure tons of drool slobbering out of my mouth, Eric asked me out! We are going to this adorable little restaurant in our small town, and I am quite excited. It is close enough for us to walk, so I am praying the rain holds off at least until we get there. It would just be so romantic to walk home in the rain, right!?

In honor of our little date night, I have gathered a few photos of us over the years, and thought I'd share them with all of you! I hope you all have a magical weekend, and don't forget to enter my giveaway!!

Medieval Times for my 21st Birthday! Long time ago! ;)

Marblehead, MA Summer, 2010

xo
Janelle

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Spring Mini Bow Hairclip Giveaway!!

2011-04-27T06:03:00.000-07:00

My Dear Friends,

Because the weather has officially caught up with Spring, I am holding a giveaway to win one of my 100% USA grown cotton mini bow hair clips! I'm so in love with these adorable little babies, and I think you will be too! They are so easy to wear and will clip on to your favorite vest just as much as stay in your hair for a night out dancing, or just a day frolicking through a flowery field. The winner will be able to choose whichever color she fancies!

How to Enter
Please leave a separate comment for each entry, along with your email address so I can contact you if you win!! ;)

Become a follower of my blog (or if you already are, just let me know!)

Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this giveaway, linking back to me (@Jannierox)

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Blog about this giveaway and leave a link in your comment.

Contest will go now through Sunday, May 1, winner will be announced Monday morning!

Easy right! Goodluck everyone, I'm so excited to give one of these babes away to a new good home! ;)

xo
J

A Special Birthday + New Tappers!

2011-04-25T07:15:00.000-07:00

First things first! Today is a special day. It is the birthday of one of the most awesome, craziest, fun-loving, beautiful ladies I've ever had the privilege of knowing. My dear best friend Brooke turns the big twenty-something...

We are going to celebrate soon with a yummy mexican lunch and a few sips of tequila. I wish you the best birthday in the world and I am so excited to spend the day with you! :)

On another note... I got some brand new tappers at DSW for 35 doll hairs! I'm in love with them so I had Eric take a few photos of me dancin' around...

Shoes... DSW
Dress... Brown Bag Vintage
Hat... Shimmer and Spice

And finally, Here is a photo of a sweet little cotton khaki bow I made. It is not specifically listed in my shop, but if you would like it just order any of the mini cotton bows and leave me a message saying you want khaki. I love it! :)

xo
J

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Happy Earth Day!!!

2011-04-22T05:24:00.000-07:00

Nautical Feather Headband with Vintage Button coming soon to the shop!

Be kind to the earth today and everyday, for it is our home and needs some serious lovin' too! ;) Annndddddd bring a reusable cup to Starbucks today and get free coffee, WOOOOHOOOOOOO!

Eric has off from work today so I am keeping my fingers crossed that the rain holds off and we can go climb around Hawk Mountain. Don't RAIN rain Rain rain RAIN rain RAIN rain... (that is my little rain chant/dance)

I hope you all have a great weekend and eat lots of yummy chocolate bunnies!

xo

PS- Don't forget to take 10% off all turban headbands with coupon code BEACHDAY

Photograph by Sharyn Frenkel
Make up by Kristyn Rudnet

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Let's Drive to the Beach!

2011-04-21T05:50:00.000-07:00

The 100% USA grown cotton turban headbands are back in the shop and they are available in a slew of colors perfect for your everyday need!
I wore them all summer long last year and they kept the hair out of my eyes. I never felt so cool in the sweltering heat! ;)

For a limited time only, I am offering 10% off the turbans with coupon code: BEACHDAY

Happy Sunny Day! :)
xoxo

Photographs by Sharyn Frenkel
Make up by Kristyn Rudnet

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Baby Loves

2011-04-18T09:30:00.000-07:00

The hardest part of moving out of my parents house and into my own little digs with Eric is not that I miss my old room or even my parents all that much! It's that I don't have a sweet little puppy love of my own. Every few (and I mean few) weeks, I find myself growing anxious. Normally I am a very happy person, but I find myself getting worked up over the dumbest things, or throwing a fit for no reason and then I realize... it is that time again... I have to get to my childhood home as fast as possible to give my pups a few good kisses and a lot of big hugs!

My King Charles Spaniel, Bella Feathers

Jake the handsome Shih Tzu

I am home right now to celebrate my Dad's birthday and have Passover din din with my family. I head back tomorrow, but right now I am enjoying some serious snuggle time with my fuzzy babes.

xo Janelle :)

Oh! Also... you can now find my work, along with other AMAZING indie designers and blogs on 20BESTTWENTY

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Jewels!

2011-04-15T17:43:00.000-07:00

Yesterday's beautiful weather inspired a mini photoshoot starring my new favorite design! These awesome hippie-chic necklaces are now available for purchase in my shop and add a perfect touch to your favorite summer outfit. They are made out of 100% cotton yarn which is adorned with brass pyramid studs attached to a sturdy brass chain. I have a limited supply of the mint, cappuccino and strawberry yarn, so get one while supplies last! ;)

Creme de Mint

Cappuccino and Cream

I also want to give a shout out to my little cream dress. I found it on sale at Urban Outfitters the other week and while it is a tad big in the waist, a belt make it fit to perfection! It will definitely be a big go-to piece all summer long! :)

Have a great weekend!
xoxo

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Spring Cleaning + Special Discount

2011-04-10T11:13:00.000-07:00

Happy Sunday my dear friends! This morning Eric and I woke up, cooked a delicious brunch of blueberry pancakes and crispy honey bacon and got down to business... Cleaning Day was among us! DUN dun DUUNNNN!!! I personally DREAD with all my heart cleaning. I love when it is finished(like right now and I can relax with a cup of hot lemon water(I know, I'm 90!) but until then I will make any excuse in the book to do some other activity. (Even exercise...)(Ugh!) I like taking numerous breaks throughout my given chores and often get sidetracked while Eric is busy scrubbin' away... Oh, he is so lucky to have me! ;)

I started taking some photos of the apartment and though I feel comfortable in our little living space, I realize it doesn't photograph as nicely... the walls are still pretty bare (we have some wonderful illustrations that need to still be framed) and we are missing some key essentials such as a kitchen table. So, instead of taking you on a tour, I instead want to share some of my favorite elements of our cozy little love nest.

I am deeply in love with our antique wooden ironing board turned coffee table. I also am quite fond of our circular area rug I found at Urban Outfitters for 30 bucks! Woohoo!

Here you can see more of the coffee table plus the couch where I am sitting right now! ;)

I purchased this incredible ceramic floral vase from Anthropologie months before we even moved into our place. It was love at first site and I knew I couldn't leave the store without it!

A few years ago, Eric bought me these amazing antique cast iron dog statues for Christmas. I have a strange and loving obsession with pups and these little cuties are just two of the many little dog knick-knacks floating around our home.

Now for the ***Special Discount***
In honor of spring cleaning day, I am offering all of my lovely readers and friends 20% off everything in my shop now through Thursday! Take advantage and stock up on all kinds of cozy winter goodies for next years big snow storms while purchasing some of springs biggest crochet trends!

Make sure to use coupon code: SPRINGCLEANING when checking out! ;)

xoxo
J

Hello Brides!

2011-04-08T15:21:00.001-07:00

The Leila Rose Headband

Calling all you beautiful country chic brides!! (That's what I plan to be when Eric and I eventually set the date! ;) Please check out a photo from my very first bridal inspired headband. I will be sure to post better pictures of the actual headband when I receive them, but it is a lovely, bright cream and gold sparkle crochet rose on two crochet bands. I find it to be utterly fabulous, if I do say so myself! :)

I hope you all have a lovely weekend! This is my first weekend in the apartment in 4 weekends so there is a ton of cleaning to be done... yuck... Fingers crossed the rain stops and we can at least go frolick outside!

xoxo
J

Save the Date... South Philly Handmade Brigade!

2011-04-06T05:32:00.000-07:00

Baby, You Look Like Springtime

2011-04-05T05:39:00.000-07:00

Above are a few photos Kristyn(My incredible makeup artist) captured from our amazing photoshoot on Sunday. I really think this was our best one yet and I am jumping out of my skin to see the rest!!! Stay tuned for the real photos, coming within the next few weeks! Eeeee!!! ;)

xo
Janelle

Son of a Gun

2011-04-01T10:56:00.000-07:00

Happy Friday and April Fools! I am home working super hard(while drinking some bubbly pink yummy beverage ;) on finishing up some fantastic new pieces for another photoshoot on sunday with the super duper talented Sharyn Frenkel! Kristyn Rudnet from Shimmer and Spice has also signed on to do makeup for the day. I can't wait, it is always such a fun time!

My dear friend Stephanie, aka redheaded bombshell, introduced me to Oh Land over the weekend and I've been having spontaneous dance parties in my apartment by myself ever since! Last night I even got Eric to do a .5 second little dance with me. A true accomplishment, I must say! I hope you enjoy as much as I do! Back to work for me now...

xoxoxo
J

Spring Snow Shower + SALE

2011-03-23T05:36:00.000-07:00

Today I woke up to a lawn covered, snowy yard! It's always so funny when it snows in the spring... One last hurrah I suppose! :) In honor of what I hope is our last snow day this spring, I put my Scalloped Afghan on temporary sale! Normally $300 doll hairs, I marked it down to $220. The time for beautiful spring weddings is in the air and I myself gave this to my fiance's sister on her wedding day. They absolutely loved it and say they use it all the time! It is made out of a soft cream wool/acrylic blend with a golden sparkle weaved throughout. I can make this in other colors too, so please ask! :)

While checking out the snuggly couch blanket, don't forget to see what else is on sale!!

xoxo

Be Present Everyday

2011-03-22T06:15:00.000-07:00

I saw this on Etsy this morning and fell in love with the sentiment of it. Also, it's really pretty! :)

Be Present Every Day

In other news, a few talented gals and I from Handmade in PA were accepted to participate in Art Star Craft Bazaar at Penns Landing in Philadelphia, May 14th and 15th. I am super excited and already praying for nice weather! I have to buckle down and start building up my inventory and not wait until last minute like I tend to do for everything else in my life! ;) Please save the date and if you are in Philly, come say hello!! :)

xoxo

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Rainy Day Favorites

2011-03-10T06:16:00.000-08:00

I can't believe it is Thursday already!! I am heading to my parents house this weekend for the next week to watch the pups... My lucky parents are heading to California to soak in some sunshine and hang out with good friends... must be nice! ;) Before I start packing up, I want to share with you some of my favorites from one of my Etsy teams, Full Time Treasury Team (FTTT) I feel so honored to be a part of such a talented group!

Modern antique style textured photograph of Birds on a Wire 1 by SylviaCPhotography

Owl on Vanilla and Red. A fused glass pendant necklace by ellecools

Lambswool English Rose Fingerless Gloves in Pearl Grey and Tartan Scarlet
by vKnit

Dandies- 10PK Letterpress Notecards by sweetharvey

Handmade Hair Pin Pack Vintage Green Dove, Ivory Rose, Pink Cherry Blossom
by TheSilverDog

PS- I still have a couple of really great pieces that are just dying to be shipped out asap on sale! Check it out... I know the weather is getting warmer, but there is always next winter! ;)

xo
J

2011-03-08T05:27:00.000-08:00

This past weekend, my friends and I escaped to a beautiful little cabin in Lackawaxen PA for a little wilderness fun. It was so nice to relax in the hot tub, go for long walks by the snowy railroad, eat tons of pasta and cookies and we even managed to finish an entire case of wine. Imagine that! ;) Here are some of the photos from our fabulous little weekend getaway...

My fun little group, minus Eric!

I hope you all have a wonderful week!
xo

Bad blogger, Bad!

2011-03-01T06:11:00.000-08:00

Hi Lovers,
I can't believe I haven't blogged since Feb. 16th! Yikes!! I have been working super hard on some fun new things for spring that I can't wait to share with you. Until then... here are some things I have been saving up for in my little piggy bank! ;)

Aztec and Dark Brown Leather Tundra laptop overnight bag How awesome is this bag! It is made from a vintage leather jacket. I LOVE the aztec fleece print too!

Green Lightning Bolt Deep Scoop Neck Heather Artist Series Sweatshirt in Natural White I am really loving the minty green color. What a fun little sweatshirt!

THE LASSO - mauve and rose scarf
I've been obsessed with this scarf for months now! This would make a very nice birthday gift, or just because I love you gift... ;) I think its so neat how you can choose which lasso you want... I would pick the brown leather with the pyramid studs....yuuummmmyyyy!

There are still a couple of things that are on sale in my shop and haven't sold just yet... once they sell they go back up to regular price!

Happy March 1st, and Happy Birthday to my brother, Brett, whom is born on Leap Year and doesn't have a real birthday this year!!

xo
J

Irish Kiss and a Vote!

2011-02-16T06:09:00.000-08:00

Last week Eric helped me out with a "Kiss Me You're Irish" photoshoot to help promote my new St. Patty's Day Green 100% cotton bow for spring. It is now listed in my shop, and will make a great addition to your green party outfit!! I also put a couple of other things on sale that I have in stock and are ready to ship out as soon as you order! There are a few other avocado and forest colored items that also may want to take a ride on the party bus with you... ;)

In other good news, I am a finalist in the about.com DIY fashion contest under crochet and knit categories! Very exciting!! If you could all just take a second and vote for me under both categories, that would be amazing!

Here is the link! http://diyfashion.about.com/

Thank you guys and I hope you all enjoy and take advantage of the spring-like weather coming up. Yesterday was my first day back to running after a 3 month long lazy hiatus and boy, it felt great!

hugs and kisses :)

Happy Valentines Day, To My Best Friends!

2011-02-14T04:57:00.001-08:00

Since I already professed my love on the internet to my fiance, Eric, today's Valentines post is dedicated to my friends. Some of them I have known since second grade, others I met and fell in love with in high school and college and then there are a few newbies that I now could never imagine my life without. I know I should tell you guys how I feel more often, but I love you all and am so thankful you are in my life. Happy Valentines Day lovers, you're all the best friends a girl could only dream of having, yet your all real!

xoxoxo

PS-I'm also having a sale on items I have already made in my shop... go take a peek if you'd like! ;)

Follow Me Here, and There, and There...

2011-02-11T11:37:00.001-08:00

I now have a tumblr! It is going to be mostly inspirational photos and pretty spring fashion(I officially can not wait for bare legs and free arms!) so please follow me and I'll follow you back! ;)

Also! the above photo is a super cute bow I just made... I'm going to be putting those lady-like babies on etsy in the coming months, get excited because I sure am!!

Happy Weekend lovely friends!
<3 <3 <3

xoxo

Ive been doing some trading...

2011-02-09T07:01:00.000-08:00

On Etsy, I am a proud member of team Handmade in PA. Over the holidays we all exchanged addresses and had a little secret santa trade. I received this super adorable little walrus plush friend made by talented artist Becky, AKA Bahee

Needless to say, he is in quite good hands, happy as can be hanging out on our bookcase. Such a cute little guy, dont ya think!?

For more adorable plush toys, and really unique earrings(I also received a pair of computer key earrings that are to die for!) visit Beckys etsy shop!

More recently, I met Sultana Aschim at the Philadelphia Designers Market in December. I immediately fell hard for her bullet crystal necklaces. She is a great girl and after a few email exchanges, decided we should probably do a trade since we both liked each others work. Yesterday in the mail, I received probably my most favorite necklace of all times!

I had such a hard time choosing what amazing piece I wanted... Sultana also creates splendid bullet earrings and necklaces adorned with feathers AND crystals... Needless to say... I bet we will be doing another little trade in the future... ;)

To see more of Sultana's fabulous work, visit her blog and facebook fanpage.

Last, but certainly not least, is Illustrator Melanie Linder of Spread The Love As you all may know, I am a huge fan of the song "Home" by Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros. I occasionally decide to play it on repeat while prancing throughout our living room space... (Eric really loves those days...) Well now, I have my very own adorable illustration to go along with my crazy singing voice!

So cool, right!!? :) I also received this beautiful folk quilt inspired illustration, along with one more amazing piece that I can't share just yet because I am giving it to a dear friend as a surprise...

For updates on more unique and beautiful prints and to learn more about Melanie, follow her blog!

One more thing before I end this incredibly long post... I have been working like a crazy gal on some new spring things, and I am so excited to share them with you in the coming months... for now, here is a sneak peak at a crochet flower necklace. Hope you like...

xoxo

And the Winner is...

2011-02-08T05:12:00.000-08:00

Gabrielle!!! Congratulations lady! I'm going to send you an email right now!

Thank you to everyone who entered, you guys are all winners in my heart! ;)

xoxo
Janelle

Last Day To Enter!!!

2011-02-07T07:44:00.001-08:00

Last day to enter my giveaway! The winner will be selected randomly tomorrow morning! Goodluck all!

xoxo
Janelle

The Clothes Horse

2011-02-04T04:49:00.000-08:00

I recently sent Rebecca from one of my favorite fashion blogs, The Clothes Horse a few items from my shop. She was kind enough to blog about the Lady Turban in Black. Doesn't she look darling in it!?

You can view her entire post here. I'm loving her dress too! Thanks Rebecca! ;)

****PS-Don't forget to enter my giveaway. Last day to enter is Monday February 7!****

My First Giveaway!

2011-01-31T16:29:00.001-08:00

Hi dear friends! It has officially been one year since I listed my first neckwarmer on Etsy, and what a great adventure and learning experience it has been. To celebrate this major milestone for my business, I am holding my very first giveaway. Now through February 7th, you can enter for a chance to win a large bow headband, any color you would like!

:::How to enter:::

1) Become a public follower of my blog

2) Follow me via twitter

3) Tweet about this giveaway

4) Blog about this giveaway, don't forget to leave a link to you post!

5) Become a fan on facebook

Please leave a separate comment for each entry that you make! Also, don't forget to leave your email address so I have a way to contact you if you win! ;)

The winner will be chosen at random and is open to international readers too! Goodluck to all of you, I'm so excited to make a bow for the winner!!! :)

xoxo

Because I Love You

2011-01-23T05:43:00.000-08:00

*** Last week to receive 10% off your purchase!! Remember to use coupon code NEW2011 when checking out! ***

On another note... it is 2 degrees outside right now... I think today I will be inside watching movies, drinking tea and crocheting. I'm not going out in that unless I'm forced!

Happy Sunday!

xoxo

Remember When

2011-01-21T10:36:00.000-08:00

Sander Kleinenberg ft. Jamie Cullum - Remember When (Official Video)

Love this! and Jamie!

xo

A Photographic Adventure

2011-01-19T05:44:00.000-08:00

Two posts ago I put up a preview of the mid-winter photoshoot I had with Sharyn Frenkel. Sharyn finished editing hundreds of photos in a week(CRAZY!) and now I can share with you a few of my favorites... although I must say it was really hard to pick only a few! I love them all and am so pleased with how they turned out!

Thank you Sharyn, You're the best! xoxo

When we arrived at the abandon train, Love was spray painted on the walls... how perfect for Valentines Day! :)

Love my friends!!

For more pictures visit my shop! Don't forget to help yourself to 10% off using coupon code NEW2011 at checkout!!! January is almost over!

xoxo

I mean, I really think you like me...

2011-01-14T06:16:00.000-08:00

Yesterday I was looking through(snooping perhaps?) some old photos on Eric's computer and came across this photobooth picture we took about 4 years ago at the Willows in Salem Massachusetts. It was right after we got back together after me stupidly breaking it off with him because I was freaking out about commitment. We were so happy to be back together, and I would say still are. I was going to wait until Valentines Day to profess my love, if you will... but why wait? We don't even LIKE V-day and never do anything to celebrate it!
We met about 8 and a half years ago... He came over to me while I was waiting to go into my art history class in the Kutztown University art building and asked if I wanted to get coffee after class. I had seen him around a ton since we we were both art majors and had the most insane crush on him. I was dating someone else at the time and it was pretty serious, but I of course said yes to coffee, and we became great friends...
That summer the boy I was so head over heels in love with broke my heart and after a few weeks of self pity and crying messes and a little bit of nice weight loss, I received a package in the mail from Eric. It was him singing this silly little song and a mix tape of some really great happy songs. My favorite was the last song which was "Bowl of Oranges" by Bright Eyes. We went to the beach, and I fell in love with him pretty much instantly.

So that is the beginning... we have now been together for 7 and a half years I think almost to the day... Living together has been a huge change for us... but I am happy to say even though it is difficult, I think it is the best decision we have ever made and should have done it way earlier. I feel really lucky to have found someone who 1)Puts up with my silly antics and 2)Is so ridiculously loving, caring and kind. I really adore the life we have together and I can't wait to one day get married, and have puppy children.

So... I hope I didn't make any of you gag on your morning coffee and I hope you'll continue to read my blog. I'm not one to really express publicly how I'm feeling, but I hope you got to know a little more about me through this.

Anyway... I hope you all have a fun and safe weekend! We are going to get our hair did on Saturday morning and then going to look at a couple of house on Sunday. I still have to take photos of our apartment to show you! (After we clean this weekend perhaps??!)

xoxoxxoo
Janelle

Heart for You

2011-01-10T06:21:00.000-08:00

The La Rose Clip in Red Sparkle

Yesterday my amazing photographer and great friend, Sharyn Frenkel, was sweet enough to take some new pictures of my winter goods. The above Valentines Day photo is the only one I have thus far, but I caught a peek of some of the others and they are marvelous! I can't wait to share them with you as soon as I receive them. Once again I used my beautiful model friends Stephanie(pictured above) and Leila and I even jumped into some of the shots. It was a cold out, but we were having so much fun that we didn't even notice until the end of the shoot... my toes were actually in pain as they were defrosting in the car! To celebrate such a successful shoot, and because we love each other so, we went to dinner and drank some peach sangria. The most perfect way to end an incredible day! Yuuuummmmmyyyyy! ;)

xoxo
Janelle

PS- Don't forget! Now through January 31st help yourself to 10% off with coupon code NEW2011 <3

Happy New Year Friends!

2011-01-04T05:54:00.000-08:00

The Siberian Pom Hat in Cream

I hope you all had a safe and super fun new years. This year for me was probably the best new years I've had in a long time and it was spent with mostly brand new friends and one very old one!

The entire month of January I am offering to you 10% off everything in my shop. When checking out, use the coupon code NEW2011. I want to thank each and every one of you for your constant support and encouragement during my first year in business. I've learned so much and I am excited to see what the future will bring! You guys are the best! :)

xoxoxo and Love!
Janelle

Just Because...

2010-12-30T04:56:00.000-08:00

Yesterday I made a new treasury on Etsy featuring many of my favorite sellers. I am especially in love with Babetteworld's gold quartz druzy necklace. Take a look if you'd like! :)

Just because it's Valentines Day doesn't mean you have to give me something red... but if you must... ;)

xoxo

Surprise! I'm A Foodie!

2010-12-27T05:37:00.000-08:00

For Christmas, Eric's sister got us a huge set of spices for our new kitchen. Of course I had to try them out so last night I made pork chops and fried apples for dinner. This was my first attempt cooking chops, and I've got to say... I was extremely pleased with myself. :)

Mmmm... looking at these photos makes my mouth water all over again!

To make the Chops...
-Put some butter on the bottom of a frying pan.
-Sprinkle Ginger, Salt and Pepper on top of butter.
-Lay down the Chops! (3 Comfortably fit in my pan)
-Sprinkle Ginger, Pepper, and Brown Sugar on top.
-Cut up some onion and a thin slice of lemon and put them on top.
-Cover with a lid... cook on medium/low heat and let brown. 20 min? but keep checking! ;)
-Flip the chops and let brown for a little bit on other side.
-Eat and Enjoy!

To make the Fried Apples...
-Cut one large apple into pieces and put into a buttered pan.
-Cook until softened, but not soft!
-Sprinkle brown sugar and cinnamon to taste.
-Put the apples on top of the cooked pork chop.
-So delicious! :)

Merry Christmas!

2010-12-25T05:02:00.000-08:00

What did Santa bring you this year? :)

xoxo

Philiadelphia Designers Market Part. 2

2010-12-23T05:57:00.000-08:00

The Philadelphia Designers Market was awesome! If I could I would have purchased EVERYTHING! No lie! There were so many talented people there and I felt so happy to be a part of this event. Here are some photos my friend Brooke took so I could share this great experience with you. :)

My amazing sign was given to me by Brooke!!! It made me feel so official, I loved it!

Brooke looking adorable in her very own pumpkin spice scalloped edge neckwarmer!

One of the cutest customers wearing large cotton bow in ice blue!

Gretchen from Dahling Accessories trying on a large bow earwarmer in charcoal

Gretchen looking quite pleased with her purchase! :)

A bag from Dahling Accessories that I am obsessed with!

Mom and Dad!

Mother trying on a mini infinity

I LOVE the circlet scarf in forest... Yum!

xoxo

Philadelphia Designers Market

2010-12-13T09:25:00.000-08:00

All you local Philadelphians and close surrounding area friends, Come say hello and try on some cozy goodies! I will have most of my designs available for purchase in a variety of delicious colors along with some new pieces like my personal favorite, the Large Bow Earwarmer! There will also be many other extremely talented crafters, designers and artists that will be selling beautiful items that will surely be perfect for someone on your christmas list!

For more information and to see list of everyone who will be there check out the Philadelphia Designers Market website and blog.

I hope to see many of you there!

xoxo

Christmas Order Deadline

2010-12-06T06:19:00.000-08:00

Dear friends,
Please make sure to place your holiday orders by December 16th for a guaranteed Christmas delivery! In other news, I just added the Mini Bow in Linen and the Beanie Hat in Berry to my shop. Be sure to take a peek! ;)
Love to you all and have a happy Monday!
xoxo
Janelle

And the Unpacking Begins...

2010-12-03T05:19:00.000-08:00

Vintage MAXIMILLIAN leather suitcases-- Three piece set - 2 suitcases Train case - Stacking -- 1940s

I am officially all moved in to our new apartment! It is quite a relief to be finished all of the packing(which I found to be so hard! Thank god for Ashley and her helpfulness yesterday! ah!) But now comes I think an even tougher part... the unpacking... dun DUN duuunnnnnn! As one of the biggest procrastinators, I am trying to go against my nature and get everything done in a timely manner. This is important... for Eric's sake... ;) Wish me luck!

Once we get this place in order I will post pictures. It's quite cute!

xoxo

Black Friday Sale

2010-11-26T06:40:00.000-08:00

Get your holiday shopping done early PLUS receive 10% off all day today by entering coupon code BLACKFRIDAY at checkout!

Happy Shopping :)

xoxo

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

2010-11-25T06:33:00.000-08:00

BEARS hand-pulled linocut block print

Bears can celebrate thanksgiving too, right? ;)

I am thankful for
-My incredible family
-My truly amazing friends
-Eric, of course and our new apartment!
-My little pups <3

I hope everyone has a great thanksgiving! I decided to start the Black Friday sale early, so after you eat platefuls of turkey with sweet potatoes and cranberries, take a break and head to my shop! Don't forget to enter BLACKFRIDAY as the coupon code to receive 10% off at checkout.

xoxoxo

I Love My Mountain Man!

2010-11-23T15:02:00.000-08:00

Do You Ever Think We're Starting to Look Alike by ashleyg

I've been seriously neglecting my Tuesday favorite finds, so this week I am posting a bunch dedicated to my favorite mountain man! All of these things make me want to curl up next to a roaring fire and snuggle under my favorite plaid blanket. <3

Vintage Red Plaid Flannel Shirt by moonshinehill

Wooden Shelf With Farmer by deathmachine

Rustic Buckhead Pillow by regansbrain

Lumberjack Silhouette Wall Art Plaque by touchthedutch

Grow A Beard Print by poppyandpinecone

I hope you all have a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving filled with loads of turkey and even more pumpkin pie! I know I am going to eat myself into oblivion. Yum!!! ;)

For all of you Black Friday shoppers, I am going to be offering 10% off anything in my shop all day on Friday. Enter coupon code BLACKFRIDAY when checking out.

Lots of love!! xoxo

And I Think We Found A Place That We All Need

2010-11-14T05:56:00.000-08:00

Photo by Noel Kristi Wells

So... I'm moving! Moving to the country to a little(yet cozy!) apartment with Eric! I'm a little nervous, but I am also really excited to finally live together and be together every day, enjoying our daily lives and not just wishing the weeks away until the weekends come. Time to start packing...

xoxo

The Miniatures + Bow = Holiday Fun!

2010-11-11T16:17:00.000-08:00

The Circlet Scarf in Black

The Mini Infinity in Hazelnut and Cream

The Mini Infinity in Merlot and Grass

The Miniature Holiday Gift Set $68.00

Good evening! Here are a few items I just listed in my shop that im super excited about. I love the Miniature Holiday Gift Set. I think it is an extremely practical yet very functional and fashionable gift for the favorite lady in your life. I can make these in any color you would like!

Also, I am extremely happy to say Eric FINALLY put a little slideshow of photos on my website. Check it out if you get a chance! Yayy!! :) www.janellehaskin.com

xoxo

Young Blood Gallery and Boutique

2010-11-09T04:44:00.000-08:00

Last week I shipped an assortment of bows, studded turbans and leafy headbands to super hip store, Young Blood Boutique and Gallery in Atlanta. Check out an interview with owners Maggie White and Kelly Teasley, along with photos of all the other cool stuff they sell on Etsy's blog!

Local friends, pay these fab ladies a visit and try on some headbands at
Young Blood Boutique and Gallery
636 N Highland Ave.
Atlanta, Georgia

xoxo

Dan Doran Photography for Shimmer and Spice

2010-11-03T06:23:00.000-07:00

Recently Kristyn Rudnet, owner of fabulous and fashionable Philadelphia accessory boutique Shimmer and Spice had talented photographer, Dan Doran take photos of Tara Higgens modeling some amazing new merchandise. A few of my pieces were lucky enough to be included in this shoot and I just had to share them with you!

Pyramid Stud Turban in Black

The Circlet Scarf in Avocado

The Autumn Beanie in Grey

The Autumn Beanie in Cream & Taupe

To view more of Dan's incredible work visit his website at http://dandoranphotography.com/
And of course visit Kristyn at Shimmer and Spice at 1508 Lombard Street, Philadelphia, PA

xoxo

Tuesday Evening Finds 11.2.10

2010-11-02T17:53:00.000-07:00

Happy November!! I have only two fabulous Doe a Deer finds for you tonight... Enjoy!

deer with little antlers hat KNITTING PATTERN

Young Buck - Forest Green knit antlered Buck

Pretty aDEERable right? ;)

xoxo

30 Is The New Baby...

2010-11-01T18:28:00.000-07:00

Back in college, Eric started writing these ridiculously goofy, amazing comics and hanging them around the art building. People loved them so much that he started silk screening them onto Tshirts to give to friends! I have always told him he should do something with them... write a book... make and sell more shirts... the options I think are endless. He recently just started putting them on tumblr and I am so proud and happy he is finally letting the internet world see his incredible art. Eric literally has hundreds of them so he will continue to update frequently. Here are some of my favorites...

This one I am proud to say was written for me!(I do have quite the large appetite! ;)

And to get you into the holiday spirit...

For more hilariousness, visit Eric's Tumblr HERE!

xoxo

Happy Halloween!

2010-10-31T12:39:00.000-07:00

My mom came home and surprised me with an incredible cupcake book, so on Friday night my best pal Ashley and I picked out adorable Owl cakes and decided to try our hand at baking... This is how it went... :)

Ashley focusing extremely hard at laying out the face just right!

Ta-DAAAAA! They were pretty delicious! :)

Don't forget, today is the last day to get a Chain of Leaves headband from my shop free with any purchase! Details here...

Happy Halloween
xoxo

Tuesday Evening Favorites

2010-10-26T19:49:00.001-07:00

Hello nice friends! I hope you enjoy my Tuesday evening finds. Maybe I should make this a blogging habit... what do you think?

Horse Felted Sandalwood Soap

Golden Garden Belt

Love Me Till My Heart Stops-8x10 Print

Handmade Green Fingerless Unique Cable Gloves

Sleep tight and Goodnight
xx

A Halloween Special Just For You!

2010-10-19T19:58:00.000-07:00

In honor of ghosts and goblins and bad(yet oh, so good!) horror movies from the 70's, I am offering a Chain of Leaves Headband free with any purchase in my shop! They are so cute, easy for absolutely everybody to wear and you get to choose whatever color you would love. (When placing an order, just include in the "note to seller" you read my blog or are a facebook fan and let me know what color you would like.)

Above are a few totally rad gals caught wearing them around town. (Stephanie Allen Ochal sportin ice blue, Sharyn Frenkel wearing red and the lovely Em Semmel wearing grey) (Awesome photo's taken by the talented Mario Manzoni of Fame Lust)

The beautiful and fabulous Alexandra Grecco even wore hers as a belt! How cool! ;)

This offer is good now through October 31st!

xo-J

It's The Little Things, My Favorite Things

2010-10-16T13:51:00.001-07:00

Yesterday I put together a treasury including some of my favorite sellers on Etsy... They are all so talented, I would love to own all of these fabulous pieces! In fact, I just purchased the little felt bow in gray by MrsPriss. I can't wait for it to arrive!! :)

xoxo

Baby Alpaca

2010-10-14T05:45:00.000-07:00

100% Baby Alpaca Neckwarmer in Grey

100% Baby Alpaca Neckwarmer in Cream My awesome shirt by BlackBirdTees

100% Baby Alpaca Neckwarmer in Ice Blue

Hello friends, I hope you are well! I FINALLY uploaded these amazingly soft and luxurious baby alpaca knit neckwarmers to my shop. You truly can't appreciate their awesomeness until touched and rubbed against your cheek. They make great gifts for special people! ;)

xoxo

The Most Perfect Day

2010-10-12T11:01:00.000-07:00

As mentioned in my previous post, Eric and I made the trip up to Pittsburgh to enjoy his sister's wedding last weekend. After the past week of rainy cold weather, the sky finally took a turn for the beautiful and allowed Beth and Joe to have the most gorgeous wedding I have ever been to. The entire time we were visiting, Beth was completely calm and cool about her big day. Many of the decorations and centerpieces were DIY. I even got the honor of doing the bride's makeup and one of her good friend did her hair and Joe's sister made their cake! How awesome! Her photographer Caitlin Thomas took absolutely gorgeous photos that I want to share with you...

Dressing Beth up

The boys getting handsome!

My most favorite photo of bride Beth ever!

The big married kiss followed by high fives, so cute!

You make me want to SHOUT!

Running to dance to the Pet Shop Boys. Oh yeah!

They made it! Eric and I dancing to the Pet Shop Boys. <3

Beth and Joe are two of the loveliest people I've ever met and I just want to wish them the happiest and longest of marriages. Yay family! :)

xoxo

Mumble-Jumble

2010-10-05T05:49:00.000-07:00

My fiance's sister is getting married this weekend so I decided to make her and her husband a special gift. I am just finishing up the loose ends of it, but I am really excited to share it with you all and etsy next week! ;)

I recently had an interview with Meredith who has her own amazing knitting shop One Sheepish Girl on Etsy. Check out her stuff, read my interview, receive 15% off anything in my shop! The holidays are a-comin'!

The Circlet Scarf in Cream and Wood

Large Bow Headband in Forest

Keep warm and dry!

xx

So I Thought I'd Let You Know

2010-09-30T06:31:00.000-07:00

I've been in a Bright Eyes kind of mood recently...

Enjoy the rainy day! <3