Wednesday, November 24, 2010

Happy Thanksgiving - Black Friday - Cyber Monday - Let's get this Holiday Party Started!

Thanksgiving Greetings from the Pacific Northwest! We've had a couple of wild days here, but we're clearing out, just in time to celebrate with family and friends and give thanks for everything that is good in our lives.

Thank you to YOU - you have blessed me this year in a way that I never thought was possible.

So I would like to extend my thanks to you by offering a Black Friday/Cyber Monday deal in my ETSY Shop. Over at Tippy Stockton, add this coupon code: BFCM2010 and receive 10% OFF + FREE SHIPPING! This special offer is on NOW, through Monday, November 29 at 12:00 Midnight EST. http://www.tippystockton.etsy.com.

Over at Tippy's Textiles . . . enter coupon code: BFCM2010 and receive 10% off on your entire purchase. Again, the sale is on now and expires on Monday, November 29 at 12:00 Midnight EST. http://www.tippystextilesnstuff.etsy.com.

So many great gifts for every good girl on your list. As always, if you have questions, feel free to contact me @ tippystockton@aol.com.

Blessings and Cheers for a Wonderful Thanksgiving . . .






Friday, November 19, 2010

My Giveaway Winner is . . .


Well, yesterday was my Birthday and I had promised that I would pick a lucky winner. Well, the day got away from me. I worked in my Studio in the morning - the Christmas orders are starting to roll in. I finished two crocheted scarves; one went to New Jersey, the other going to Georgia. I had a beautiful pair of Christmas red earrings that went to a lovely lady here in the Seattle area. I love Christmas . . . and I love to see where Tippy Stockton is going to show up all over the world. My Birthday was perfect, quiet like I like it! My husband surprised me with a few lovely gifts, one of them being a Nook. I need your help friends - I have fought buying one of these because I love the feel and smell of a book. Hmmmm, still thinking on that one. He also indulged me with my favorite perfume, and a dozen roses. Last night we met up with 2 couples at Maggiano's. Way too much food, but oh so enjoyable with the people that I love. And it's not over . . . I hate surprises, but apparently there is something happening on Saturday night. Don't know a thing about it! I guess I need to just roll with it. But the topper to my evening was when my sweet son, Kellan arrived home from college in time to wish me a Happy Birthday. Can't wait to spend the day with him today.



So without further ado,
the Giveaway Winner is . . .



Dianalynn



Congratulations, I will be emailing you later today to get your address so I can get your copy in the mail to you so you'll have it for your decorating inspiration after Thanksgiving.



Thank you to everyone who wrote in. Your stories put a smile on my face and gave me pause to remember some of my favorite Christmas memories. So, I'll share one with you:



I have many, but the one that comes to mind so vividly was the year my baby brother Chris was in the Navy. He had been away for some time, and had no immediate plans to be home. But, he was able to get 5 days leave over Christmas and we surprised my Mom and Dad by flying him in for the Holidays. I can still see the looks on their faces when he came strolling in dressed in his "Navy dress whites". The tears of joy that spilled from both of their eyes is definitely something I will never forget. What I loved was, it wasn't about the presents at all, it was about Family!!!



So from my Family to yours . . . a blessed Thanksgiving to all of you. Cherish the time you have with your parents, family, children and friends. Life is short . . .

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

What's in Store for the next 50


I'm sitting here on the eve of the BIG 50 . . . okay, so there I admitted it. My good friend whom I've known for 42 years called tonight. She told me that the night before her 50th she got very emotional. Am I emotional? No, not really. Kind of melancholy. Wondering what the next 50 years will be bring besides envelopes from the AARP. WHAT??? Isn't that for Retired People?


For me, my 40's were a time of a lot of joy, but also sadness. I accomplished a lot in my 40's; I began new journey's and said goodbye to a part of my life that meant the world to me. Okay, so now I'm emotional.


I will say that there were some incredible highlights in the past 10 years. My sweet husband John and I celebrated 25 years of marriage. It was amazing the comments we received from random people the night we celebrated our anniversary at a Seattle restaurant. To us it seemed like such a short time, but these folks reminded us that we in fact had hit a milestone. I can't wait to see what the next 25 will have in store for us. I just know that we are such good friends and have such a great time together. Kellan graduated from High School . . . then went to college. In a few short months he will graduate from college and be ready to start his life. It doesn't seem possible that the little baby who toddled around is now a grown man. The sweetest part of life.


In 2008, my sweet Dad succumbed to cancer. He fought a good fight - he willed himself to live for 5+ years after the doctors told him 3-6 months. I miss our phone calls. He always would call for my Mom because she was legally blind. It was always "my daughter" in his best Irish accent. I miss that. What I wouldn't do to just hear him say that again! That's when cell phones in heaven would be so nice!!! And then if things couldn't get any worse, my Mom passed away just months after Dad. Yes, a double whammy! Again, hello God - could you please put my Mom on the phone. There are so many things that I want to share with her. Just to be able to bounce things off her would be great. Or a cooking tip or a reminder on a recipe. Sadness that nearly took me down, until one day I started to create. Tippy Stockton saved me!


As I look at the photograph taken on my very first birthday, I look at a little girl who grew up happy. Who knew . . . So, happy me! 50 is fabulous, right? My dermatologist told me that I didn't look 50, Dr. Kathy says my ticker is in great shape. I have made a deal with myself though - I will lose some weight. I want to live up to the 50 is fabulous and maybe even trick people into thinking that I'm really in my 40's.
So here's to 50! Take it or leave it . . . I'm there.

Saturday, November 13, 2010

A Special Gift for YOU!


It's my Birthday week . . . so I thought I would share a present with you. It just wouldn't be right to have gifts and not share, right??? So, here's a 20% off one item coupon (exp. 11/21/10) for you to use any way you would like. Just write "Birthday Gift" in notes to seller at checkout. Treat yourself to the "Noel Bracelet", recently featured in Matthew Mead's HOLIDAY magazine - yours for $60.00 with your coupon. Oxidized Sterling Silver, Red Czech glass beads, and Vintage Miram Haskell pearls. Oh so pretty for the upcoming Holidays! Here's the link: http://www.etsy.com/listing/59998384/noel-bracelet-red-czech-glass-miriam




Get a jump start on your Holiday Shopping. Buy handmade this Christmas!

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

HO HO HO Happy HOLIDAY Giveaway

Well, it's the morning after . . . yes, IT has arrived!!! HOLIDAY by Matthew Mead was on my doorstep yesterday morning. I can't quite explain to you how excited I was to open this "Bookazine" and see what Matthew and his crew have been furiously working on for months. It was their baby, and wow what a beautiful baby it is. GORGEOUS!!! This is NOT a magazine - the paper alone tells you the love that was involved in putting this together. It's thick and has a beautiful hand, like a lovely piece of fabric. The photography is amazing! The stories . . . well, lets just say, they are perfect in every way.


The other reason I was so excited to receive my copy was because I was chosen to be featured in this inaugural magazine. Tippy Stockton's Noel Bracelet is proudly featured. I have had many pinch me moments this past year, and I have to say, this one is pretty exciting.



Not only have I been featured, but I have been blessed with having had the opportunity to meet Matthew and his wife Jenny. I think it's safe to say that our friendship will continue long after the Holidays are over. To know Matthew is a gift - this man is so sincere, charming, kind and uber talented!!! Thank you!


So, let's have a giveaway! Share a favorite Christmas memory. I will pick one lucky winner to receive a copy of HOLIDAY by Matthew Mead. I will pick a random winner next week, Thursday, November 18 (which happens to be my birthday).


There isn't a page in this lovely "bookazine" that you're not going to love! Good luck everyone!

Sunday, November 7, 2010

Back to Work

We just returned from a much needed week of downtime. Our week in Myrtle Beach was pretty uneventful, albeit a visit to the Walk-in Clinic for me. It seems that I don't really like air conditioning that much. I had a whopper of a sinus infection, so with a Z-pack and Mucinex in hand, I was as good as new. Have I mentioned I LOVE the EAST Coast??? I was born in New York, and I guess once you have had a taste of the Atlantic beaches, your hooked forever. We were able to take in a little of bit of southern history when we took a ride to Georgetown. The homes in this area are all marked with their birth dates, circa 1830, etc. It was so fun to see that these beautiful homes are still standing and are definitely not showing their age. The rain that day kept us from really getting out to take advantage of more of the historical sites, but we were content to just drive and take in the beauty of South Carolina.

But, now it's back to work for me. This week is a pretty exciting one. Matthew Mead's HOLIDAY magazine will hit mailboxes all across the world, and I was lucky enough to be featured in this new magazine. I hope that you ordered your copy.

It's Sunday today, and here's a little sneak peek preview of some of the things that are now in my shop for the Holiday Season. In the next week, look for many new items that will be showing up. I will be a creative elf getting so many things ready for the approach of the most amazing time of the year!
So, the suitcases have been unloaded and stowed away for another day, 5 loads of laundry are waiting for washing, and my mind is spinning with all of the possibilities that Christmas brings. Oh, and the most exciting thing, my TV now has "Sounds of the Season" running Christmas songs 24-7. I am a happy girl . . .

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Who goes on Vacation right before the kick-off to Holiday Season

My in-laws, who enjoyed many years of their timeshare unit in California are no longer able to travel, so John and I were the recipients of this amazing gift. Last Summer we traveled to Ft. Lauderdale, and this year we decided on Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. I grew up on the East Coast, in New York. I have always loved the beaches along the Atlantic. White sugary sands, gentle waves, it doesn't get any better. We arrived in Myrtle Beach just in time to see a beautiful sunset last Saturday. But it's the sunrise that is so amazing to me. Because we now live on the West Coast, the Sunsets are what we look forward to. The sunrise over the Atlantic is incredible - it's the beginning of the day for our United States. As you gaze across the water, it's hard to imagine that across that big pond is another world . . . Europe. It just makes me have such an appreciation for our Universe.


It seemed a little crazy to me to go away on the eve of the Holiday Season, but I can honestly tell you that I have done nothing but relax, read, hang out at the beach (and yes I did get sunburnt), and dine at some of the best Seafood restaurants on the Atlantic Ocean. I know that I will be in a much better mood when I get back home - ready for the season of hustle and bustle.

Next week, my much awaited feature in Matthew Mead's HOLIDAY magazine will be hitting homes all across the country. I hope that means that Tippy Stockton is going to be busy filling orders for good little girls near and far. With Christmas music already uploaded onto my IPOD, I wish you Happy Holidays from Myrtle Beach!
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