New Routine

Hello Friends- Happy Sunday!

It seems as though I've sunk into a new routine...

I bartend on Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday nights so I tend to get more OTR work done on Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday. So naturally, it makes sense that I am listing my new yarns & fiber on these days. From now on you can count on shop updates on Tuesday and Friday afternoon/evenings.

Here is a little sneak peak of *some* of the goodies I will be posting on Monday, March 29th, 2010.








Now that's something to look forward to.

Be well, be positive + Happy Sunday.

rAchel

Just Can't Get Enough...

Just Can't Get Enough...Virtue Natural.


I should start by saying, I am not a product girl. The only product I have ever consistently used in my entire life is Coco butter. With that said, in the last couple of years my lack of product has begun to show- in my face.

After having my child, my once perfect skin took a nose dive. For the last couple of years I've been trying out A LOT of over the counter face washes and NONE of them have made my face any better. In fact, most made the problem worse. I know, I know, a lot products claim it's going to get worse before it gets better, but I'm not going to keep using something that is making my face red and burn!

Of course I had found a lot of skin care products on etsy. Being a handmade girl I was obviously looking. I don't know though, I felt weird buying skincare prooducts from someone I didn't know or trust, my face had already been through too much.

Then, I met Sosae- the mastermind behind Virtue Natural. Roll out the red carpet and bring out the products!



I'd like to introduce, Radiant Complexion Mask, Radiant Complexion Scrub, and Radiant Complexion Serum!

Hello soft, smooth, and glowing skin!



Seriously, I can't say enough about these three products, and frankly every product available at Virtue Natural (trust me, I own them all). Not only does Virtue Natural use ALL NATURAL ingredients that are mostly ORGANIC- but they are affordable AND handmade! win Win WIN!

I just can't get enough Virtue Natural.
Check it: Virtue Natural's blog for new products, behind the scenes, super sweet knits and more!


Be well, be positive.

rAchel

In The Process: Dyeing Wool

Today I am in the process of dyeing merino wool.







With the help of Nemo, of course.

Yarn Porn

I have my computer back and I don't have to work at the bar tonight. That mean's I'm finally updating my shop! Please do stop by soon and check out my new yarn and fiber.

I'm really just writing this blog to show off my new yarn porn though. Enjoy!

be well, be positive.

rAchel

Sitting In Limbo

Still no computer today. I have my old computer to play around on, but I can't get any real work done. So, I kind of feel like I'm in limbo. If you find yourself in limbo, I highly recommend this song. It's an enjoyable way to pass the time.

Sitting in Limbo, by Jimmy Cliff.

Be well, be positive- even in limbo.

rAchel

Fiddley Fiber Art Bits Swap!

Last night, my package for the Fiddley Fiber Art Bits Swap came in the mail! Dani from the fame Pumpkinhaus sent me possibly the greatest package I have EVER received.

I just wanted to share the goodness with you.















My mind is spinning! Thank you SO much Dani! I can't wait to get making- this yarn it is going to be craftastic!

For more information on the Fiddley Fiber Art Bits Swap, click here.

Form more information on Pumpkinhaus, click here.

Be sure to check back soon to see my finished yarn!

Be well, be positive.

rAchel

Hello Kitty.

Meet the newest member of the OnTheRound Team! This is my Fancy Kitty Kitten Drum carder (available for sale here). This beautiful carder was handmade using 100% North American red oak hardwood and she is a beauty!






I've had my carder for a couple of weeks now and every batt I make is just as fun as the first! Before I got my carder I was hand carding rolags- a tedious task for someone to loves to blend. Before it would take me an entire days work to card and spin- now I can card and spin up to 5 skeins in a day!



Now thanks to my Fancy Kitty I can crank (pun intended) out lots of fun batts filled with fabulous fibers and good intentions.



Currently I'm working with merino, rambouillet, border leicester & cormo locks, super wash blue faced laicester, a few Maine wools, a little bamboo, and a lot of mylar for sparkle. Plus, I've got new fibers coming in ever day!

And with that, i will leave you with a little sneak peak of a couple of treats that I made last night. These Positive Vibrations Batts willl be available in my shop later today.



To see what Positive Vibrations Batts are already available, click here.

I'm off to card!

Be well, be positive.
rAchel

Do you plan to do great work today?

It's 7:30 a.m. I just guzzled my first cupa coffee and have a hot bowl of oatmeal on my lap. The day has only just begun and yet I feel like I'm going to do great work today.

Why?

I've been doing A LOT of research this week through various blogs and business websites. I'm trying to motivate myself for the slower months creeping up around the bend. My goal, to make this slow time, my busiest season yet.

This morning I thought I would share with you a video that I just watched from one of my favorite Business blogs, Box of Crayons; Do Great Work Blog. This short video left me feeling inspired and empowered- an amazing way to start the day.

The Alchemy of Great Work - by Michael Bungay Stanier

Why not leave me a comment and tell me one of your goals.

Be well, be positive.
rAchel