Houston We Have a Problem

Somehow, somewhere, all, and I mean all of my pictures from here got wiped off the face of the planet... or at least the face of the interwebs.  I'm working on it, or at least working on something, and just wanted to let you know that I'm aware that something goofy is going on here.  Pass the coffee please.  :)
~Emily

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Where Have all the Good Blogs Gone?

I started getting into blog reading about 9 years ago when my first child was born.  I was home, he was sleeping, and I'm not big into tv.  I quickly found my favorites.  Those that dealt with things that were important to me, ones that made me laugh, and those where the writers reached out and became friends with their readers.
I subscribed to my favorites, followed them religiously, chatted with them, felt like I knew them...
And then an ad would pop up.  Nothing harmful, nothing big, just a link on the side bar, go here, I'll get paid!  (okay so I have those too).  And then one day ads would appear in the middle of a post.  THEN every post would become an ad.  And then you have to click an ad to get out of this ad, to read about that ad, just to find out a recipe you've used from that blog for NINE years is now an item to buy off of Etsy.  
I get it, I do, we all need money.  We're all fighting tooth and nail to stay afloat, to pay the bills.  Trust me, I know.  BUT I feel betrayed, like my very best friend will only talk to me if I buy from her affiliate using her link.  And I want to talk to her, but about real things, not about which brand of paper towels paid for her to talk non stop about them that month.  
Oh and another thing, while I'm ranting, giveaways rock too.  But not when it's all you do.  Bring back the content bloggers!!!  Bring back the good stuff that's coffee sipping worthy.  Yes get paid for your time, do the ads but if you can't balance real life and Soap commercials, we're gonna have to break up.  
I miss you, we miss you, come back to us.  

~Baltic Amber, and Natural Healing~

If you've browsed through my shop you might have noticed a growing collection of Baltic Amber Bracelets, and you might be wondering what's the deal?

Baltic Amber comes from the Baltic Sea, a petrified resin from ancient trees.  Much like the amber we all learned about on Jurassic Park.  Except you're not going to be finding huge globs of it, nor are you likely to find any insects or insect parts trapped inside.

What you will find are multiple shades, of beautifully, and carefully, hand drilled amber beads.  Each unique, with different shades, and patterns, and a uniqueness you can't find in reproduced amber, or look alike plastic creations.  What you will get, is even more amazing.  Real Baltic Amber releases a natural acid when it's gently warmed (like from the warmth of being worn on our skin), that is said to naturally imitate the same healing properties of an ibuprofen!  The acid is so gentle, yet it's said to reduce swelling, and provide pain relief.  

Now granted, I'm not a Doctor, so no piece of jewelry should EVER be used in place of actual medical treatment or qualified advice.  So go see the Doc first and always play it safe!!  But my customers have sworn that they have noticed a difference!

My Amber is the real deal, and I've wrecked a few beads to make sure!  :)  Real amber is a static monster, and you'll see dust attracted to pieces that have been laying around.  Large quantities smell a bit like your Christmas Tree, and remain much warmer to the touch compared to other gemstones and beads.  

I carry Ambers of 2 different shapes.  Small nuggets (around 4-5mm), or in chips.  Normally I keep in stock 3 different shades including Honey Amber, Lemon Amber, and Cherry Amber.

There's a few samples always ready to go in the shop, but I love creating custom orders!  I have leather in all sorts of color, vintage brown, pink, green, blue, black and more!  And My button selection is constantly growing and changing!

To see my entire ready to purchase collection visit me at http://www.whitegoatranch.etsy.com from there you can choose something I've already designed, or use the contact link to start your own special custom order!

Disclosure: I may receive monetary compensation, or products for my endorsements, recommendations, testimonials, links and ads to any products and or services listed in this blog. This helps support my homesteading and crafting habits, and is a huge blessing! Thank you for your support!

~Through the Woods~

I've found a new hobby.  (Because I need more to do, obviously.)

There's real food growing in my woods, and I want to find it all.  And what I don't find, I'm gonna plant.  Because finding treasures like wild rose thickets, and persimmon trees in the woods, are like stumbling on worlds you never knew existed.

And my youngest can't get enough of our "adventures", and who can resist filling those little hands with treasures.  (Even if you can't eat them.)

So if you need us, we'll be out among the trees...
(and googling how to make Rose Hip Tea.) Disclosure: I may receive monetary compensation, or products for my endorsements, recommendations, testimonials, links and ads to any products and or services listed in this blog. This helps support my homesteading and crafting habits, and is a huge blessing! Thank you for your support!

~Just a Touch of Bohemian~ {Bracelets}

https://www.etsy.com/listing/201409147/glass-and-leather-bohemian-wrapped?ref=shop_home_active_4

I found myself a new path over at my shop.  Something I've been honestly enjoying just a wee bit more than knitting.

Something that has taken me over the hump of "creative block" and has me wanting to work ALL OF THE TIME.

I'm hoping this new fork in the road keeps twisting and changing, and developing.  I have so many new ideas, and I can't wait to get to them all.

One step at a time I hope to continue to develop my accessory line, keeping the bits of knitting that gave me my start, and expanding into practical, comfy, country inspired jewelry and more!

These photos all feature my Leather Wrap Bracelets.  { All easily found in my Bracelet section of my shop }  Each bracelet is created with one single strand of leather, which has been dyed with a natural, lead free dye, that keeps the leather's natural grain as a highlight.  Then using a heavy duty, durable thread, I double stitch each bead, making sure they sit tightly and straight, throughout the whole bracelet.  The end is knotted three times, allowing the finished bracelet to fit almost any wrist.  The excess leather is simply snipped away after it reaches its new home.  ;)  

Or you can work with me to design your own bracelet.  Pick out everything from your leather color, to your button, to the color of the thread, to each and every bead we use, and how long you want your bracelet.      { Below are 2 recent custom orders}

Next up I hope to work on creating matching necklaces and earrings, but for now, I'm in love!  And I hope you are too.  ;)  Please feel free to contact me with any questions!  Thanks!

What can I make for you today? 
http://www.whitegoatranch.etsy.com  
Disclosure: I may receive monetary compensation, or products for my endorsements, recommendations, testimonials, links and ads to any products and or services listed in this blog. This helps support my homesteading and crafting habits, and is a huge blessing! Thank you for your support!