Treasure of the Week

I will admit, I really try to eat healthy. Really I do.  But sometimes a late night crafty session calls for something sweet. Chocolate, candy, fruit slices, what have you... and there is one place where I love to shop for these...necessities.

Candy Corner is owned and operated by some of my favorite people - the Orilio's.  I can't really stop in the New Hartford area without a trip.  Besides, it's a small local business - which I love to support - so the candy helps fuel my little business too! Win!

They have more than just candy here too! Popcorn, Slush Puppies, and all sorts of goodies (did I mention chocolate and fruit slices?)

Candy Corner is located in the New Hartford Shopping Center, right near Center Court.  Be sure to check them out whenever there is an event happening here - they have been known to serve up hot dogs, chips and all sorts of other fun things!  Please stop by and tell them Jenn sent you!

P.S. Valentine's Day is fast approaching... I'm sure they can help you out.

Check out their website here:
http://www.candycornernh.com/

And.....like them on Facebook here - you will get all sorts of updates on new items and events!
https://www.facebook.com/candy.corner

Now that I've written this post...I need to stop by myself and stock up.  Lots of crafting to be done! Enjoy!

Ok, Millie Treasure of the Week!

Treasure of the Week is back!

A belated Happy New Year to all!  It's already busy here at Ok, Millie.  Creating, cleaning, and new goals across the board!

There will be many new Treasures of the Week to be featured here - and to begin the new year, I want to start with a treasure that has been indispensable!

Starting in December, I began a new workout routine to help with my performance in roller derby (you read that right...I'm a derby girl).  Within the first week my arm muscles were hating me, but I already had an appointment scheduled as a reward at Balance!
                                                           
Balance is a massage therapy studio owned by my good friend Maeve.  The environment was so peaceful and relaxing, and you can choose to add on aromatherapy (which I did).  Those magic hands worked out the pain in my shoulders and arms from that first week of working muscles.  I made a return appointment before I left the studio, and couldn't wait to get back!

Please like Maeve's  Balance Facebook page here:
https://www.facebook.com/balanceyinyang

or on the Internet:
http://www.balanceyinyang.com/

I highly recommend Balance for massage! And yes, my next appointment is quickly approaching!

Welcome Back - Treasure of the Week!

Hi Everyone!
Welcome back to the Ok, Millie Treasure of the Week feature!
I have been going crazy for quite some time- but never fear - I am back to tell you the latest and greatest Ok, Millie finds!

Today's feature is a great Etsy seller who made a wonderful "Ok, Millie" stamp for the shop.  Actually, she makes quite a bunch of amazing stamps and does custom orders as well!

Here is the Etsy shop for you to check out!

http://www.etsy.com/shop/BlossomStamps

Be sure to follow her on Facebook too!

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Blossom-Stamps/

And as for the "Ok, Millie" stamp?  Here it is for you to check out!
Thank you Blossom Stamps!

Reorganize and Recharge!

I won't lie - I've been in a bit of a crafty slump lately.  I'm going to say for multiple reasons, mainly because I can't put my finger on one specific reason for my lack of ambition.
There is, however, one thing that stuck in the back of my mind.  Something that always breaks up the creative process no matter what.  Yes, it's the dreaded unorganized studio.
So...last weekend I hauled EVERYTHING out.  Well, except the desk and the table. I have all of my supplies divided by type in my reusable grocery bags (which worked quite well, I have to add).  They are slowly making their way back into the room.  There will be a lot more reorganizing today - interspersed with writing ideas or sketching possible projects (because a fresh look at some supplies gives me all new perspective).  I anticipate that the room will be semi-functional in a couple of days.  Within the next two weeks, I expect perfection.  (Read: I need to buy more organizational supplies next payday, but until then I can make do.)  Keep an eye out, and soon you will see the new, reorganized, Ok Millie studio!!!

Treasure of the Week!

We're back! I was on vacation for a couple weeks there- and I am back; recharged and refocused! Look to see new items coming to the Etsy site soon.  But now for the Treasure of the Week!

Today, in honor of their latest performance at Phoenix Comicon, I proudly feature....
The Dread Fleet!

This amazing group of pirates are just that (although they probably have more pirate-y descriptive words) - Amazing!
Please learn more about them at their website - http://thedreadfleet.com/

I have known one of these pirates for a long time, and yes I trust her.  (I don't always recommend trusting pirates all the time...)

Check out her page - and send some love to her and the rest of the gang!
https://www.facebook.com/BlackstrapGennie

Treasure of the Week!

Welcome to another edition of the Treasure of the Week! Here comes another performer favorite of mine who has an amazing voice!  Please welcome to the Ok, Millie stage.....Divalicious Candi!

http://www.reverbnation.com/divaliciouscandi

Here is one of my personal favorite songs performed by her! Enjoy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEnS291jtWs&feature=plcp

Love the music?  Well she also has an app for that! (yes, it was on my iPhone the day it came out!)

I am always on the lookout for great musical talent (that's what drives my crafty work time), and Divalicious Candi delivers! (this is where I admit to "duets" with her as I jam out in the art studio).  Maybe I will make a video of that one day.....maybe.

So enjoy this artist treasure of the week, and jam out to a song or two!

Ok, Millie Treasure of the Week!

Today I decided to highlight another artist friend that has been giving me advice along the way!  I have to give all the credit of meeting this artist to my sister Mo, because if she didn't marry Dan - I may never have met Jenny!
Jenny Harada is an amazing creator of some adorable monsters! They go by the collective name of Pomly, but there is more - paintings, create-your-own kits and even books on how to make monsters!   Check out these links!
http://jennyharada.com/index.shtml
http://www.etsy.com/p.eople/pomly

http://www.amazon.com/Me-Make-Monster-Mish-Mash-Monstercraft/dp/B005FOIA3K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1335837012&sr=8-1

monster model!

Are you an aspiring crafter who wants to work on the business end of things too?  Look no more!
Jenny has been featured in a book that gives advice on how to get going on your own crafty biz! (and yes, mine is on it's way).
http://www.amazon.com/Crafty-Superstar-Crafts-Extra-Basically/dp/1600613209/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1335837012&sr=8-5

So please enjoy these wonderful creations, and get (or make) yourself a monster friend!