Iowa Life & Old Patterns

The Des Moines Register published an article this weekend on upcoming Holiday Bazaars, also featuring my Etsy shop!

I especially like this photo that was snapped in my craft room. You can read the full article here.

I couldn't end this post without including one of my most prized thrift finds of 2010. I'm ALWAYS on the lookout for vintage patterns, but never thought I would score this many (for so cheaply, I might add). Only $7.50 for the suitcase, which included some instructional books & sewing notions. Wonderful!

Hope you all had a lovely weekend & stay tuned for a blog giveaway:)

Stover Nuptials Featured in Juice!

Wayde & I were a featured couple in this week's "Tying the Knot" issue of Juice Magazine. It truly was "a group effort with personal touches"! Read all about our economically efficient ceremony here.

soZealous in the News

It's been a big week for soZealous! Not to mention Christmas on top of it all! I've had a great time making gifts for friends and family this year—including this little number!


Check out the full tutorial on how to make your own handmade feather band at Veritas Magazine.

And finally, the big culminating article this week, a "Made in DM" feature in Des Moines' Juice publication!


Thank you to all my shop lovers and everyone who's helped make soZealous a reality. Expect to see more of everything in 2009!

Merry Christmas to all and God bless xx