Curious Bird

pretty things

Look at this lovely handcrafted piece of jewelry I get to be the temporary owner of. Isn't it a pretty little thing? It will eventually make its way to a new home -- as a gift to someone with an "A" name -- but for now I get to hold it up close and admire it. I am considering ordering this necklace for a few other people in my life, and maybe even myself. I am really pleased with how it turned out -- so simple and pretty.  In case you're curious, it was created by Lisa from Lisa Leonard Designs who happens to be one talented lady with a lovely shop and an equally lovely blog. 

Stay warm out there (can't believe I'm saying this so early in the year),

Leya

 

a fan of feathers

loving my new feather print purchased recently at the Art Star Craft Bazaar from the super talented folks at Brainstorm print + design. They have some amazing prints. Can't wait to get this one framed and put up.

Although we have months before we move into our new place, I have been scheming about what will go on the new walls. Of course, our yeti painting along with several other paintings and photographs will be put back up, but I also need a change. Change is good, right?

Loving these affordable prints:

It's a hard world for little things

Live What You Love

Winter Partridge

Enjoy The Ride

Have fun,
L.

a few.

I have finally managed to add a handful of mixed media pieces to the shop. Most were created a while ago and for various reasons were never added. I won't bore you with the reasons, but I will pat myself on the back for finally getting around to adding some new(ish) creations.

Hope you're having a lovely weekend.

for the baby birds in the house...

I'm in cleaning  and organizing mode, which has lead me to put all of my Baby Bird Tees on sale for $12 with free shipping.

If you are interested in purchasing, please see what I have available (listed below) and send me an email at leya(at)curiousbird(dot)com. I can invoice you via paypal.

**All of my baby bird designs are hand-drawn and hand-printed on super soft american apparel tees.  They are completely washable and ready to be subject to drool, cracker crumbs, and all types of juice. 

This is what I have available:

Giraffe:                                            Raccoon:
Size 4 --Red, Green                        Size 4 -- Green
Size 2 --Baby Blue, Yellow              Size 2 -- Red, Green, Asphalt Gray
18-24 mos. -- Baby Blue                 18-24 mos. -- Lavender
12-18 mos. -- Green                        6-12 mos. -- Green
6-12 mos. --Baby Blue                              

Lion:                                                  Owl:
6-12 mos. -- Baby Blue                   Size 4 --Yellow
                                                            Size 2 -- Yellow
                                                            18-24 mos. -- Lavender
                                                            6-12 mos. -- Green

Turtle:
Size 4 -- Green
Size 2 -- Green, Orange, Yellow
6-12 mos. -- Lavender

Thanks!
Leya

ETA: It has come to my attention that some of you may not be able to see the strike-through marks I have used to denote a specific tee is no longer available. In that case, I am updating below what I have in stock.
Thanks again to each of you who purchased Baby Bird tees. 

Giraffe:                     Raccoon:                                   Turtle:
Size 4: Red                Size 2: Green                            Size 4: Green
Size 2: Yellow           18-24 mos.: Lavender            Size 2: Yellow

glimmer

hello there. thanks so much for the kind words about my grad school adventures. you guys are so sweet. I'm popping in quickly because I'm excited to say that I think I'm starting to see some light at the end of the tunnel here. I'm fairly certain I see a glimmer, which makes me want to do some type of fancy flip or that move where you jump in the air while clicking your heels together. that would be good too. 
as of this afternoon, my finals are done and all I have is one. more. paper.

until then...

leya

p.s. my new cowl from tea with toast arrived. it's perfectly cozy.  just in time too since it's snowing outside.

Well, after today, I think it is safe to say that fall has moved out (in Philly anyway) and winter has moved in and is here to stay for a while. According to Dustin, "it's going to be cold for the next four months. at least".

Directly after hearing him say that,  I began frantically searching for our flannel sheets in an effort to survive! For some reason, I needed those sheets on our bed before I could regain any sense of calm. All is well and cozy now.

And no better time than a day with temperatures in the 20's to link to some of my favorite winter hats from a few talented Etsy sellers.

So many good hats to share. I couldn't resist buying this one for myself. 

Each hat in the Dadaya shop is a work of art. I love this one. 

I'm loving the color and the chunkiness of this one. And this one.

And for the little ones, this hat is hysterical.  All I can say is wow.

Stay warm,
Leya

(photo and shirt by helodesigns)

Yesterday was so exciting. It took me practically all of today to bounce back from the loss of sleep and the celebratory drinks!

I'm thrilled.

This Irana Douer print cheered me up after a really exhausting day.  Perhaps it will add a little cheer to your day too.

Be Well,
Leya

out of the woods

If you ever have a bat incident like I did, your friends will probably start sending you emails saying they are going to buy you all things bat-related. Apparently there is a large variety of bat items for purchase (who knew?). This print (sent to me by my friend Aimee) gives me the creeps almost as much as the actual bat did. They are freaky little creatures, especially up close.

Anyway, I am pleased to say I have followed through with all the rabies shots and am officially done. Done. Today. No more going to the doctor weekly to get a shot that makes it hard to raise my arm above my head (vicious shots). And for all the bats out there, I am fully vaccinated now, so please find someone else to mess with.

More soon, friends
L.

A nice weekend with our family visitors has come to an end.It was loads of fun -- we took a hike along the Wissahickon, had some nice beers, met a sweet dog named Dudley, and even managed to find time for a visit to a favorite local photo booth. Good times indeed. Now they're off to New York and Boston and we're back to work and school.

Before I get back to work, I wanted to mention that I used one of the newest Betsy Ross patterns for this dress. I modified it a lot, not because the pattern didn't work, but because I was in the mood for different straps and a more cinched, although tied in the back, not in the front version.
I will definitely be making more dresses from this pattern. It's super easy to whip up (it took a little more than an hour) and results in pretty much the perfect summer dress.

Have a great Monday,
L.