Thursday, August 22, 2013

A wonderful woman...

The needlework industry lost a wonderful woman last week
Zeann Aguilar
Loving Companion
Following a valiant and brave fight to the end, Zeann was surely welcomed into the arms of a loving father in the presence of her Heavenly Father on August 15, 2013, surrounded by her loving husband and 4 children. She was a great example of determination. She showed us all how to find joy in the journey. Born January 27, 1943, to Vear R and Loraine Ellis in Blackfoot, Idaho, she earned her degree from LDS Business College and met and married Robert "Bob" Aguilar in 1962. They enjoyed over 50 years together. Bob and Zeann successfully raised their 4 children together. Zeann devoted her life to studying and teaching the gospel of Jesus Christ. She also managed the books for Bob's concrete business, and built Zeann's Needlework and Custom Framing business from the ground up, including writing, illustrating and publishing 3 books on Brazilian Embroidery. She built lasting relationships with her customers and also with her co-workers at IHC.
Her greatest passions were her children and grandchildren, followed by her love of the natural beauties of the earth found in all kinds of plants and flowers. These inspired her oil paintings, watercolor, photography, needlework and cooking.
Her father, Vear Ellis, preceded her in death. Zeann is survived by her loving husband, her 4 children, Monique (Bryan) Hunt, Shayne (Denise) Aguilar, Timmerie Jensen, and Katrina (Travis) Hill, 15 grandchildren, her mother Loraine Ellis, and 7 siblings.

Thank you Zeann for being a needlework pioneer. You had time for every customer that entered your store,  always willing to give advice or help with a stitch. Your store was a jewel box filled with every gem that one could ever need. You will be missed and always remembered for your kindness and love of the needlearts.

Tuesday, August 20, 2013

Red by Mirabilia

Mirabilia has been very busy designing lately!
The newest release
red

pattern cost is $14.00
embelishemnt pack is $18.50
stitched on french lace
This should arrive at the shop - Tue August 27th

Thursday, August 15, 2013

A little trip...

I have had a busy crazy month...
Thought I would share a little personal post with you, since so many of you watched this boy grow up!
Taylor and Holly have moved to Wisconsin.
Todd and I drove back with them to get them moved in and set up.
I don't think that one more item would have fit in the trailer...
This is their new apartment.  They are on the top floor.
They have a darling retro bathroom
Thank goodness for the new group of neighbors that came out to help us move them in
This is Taylor's new school for the next 4 years.
Medical College of Wisconsin
Holly will teach 9th grade math at Shorewood High School
A kiss for Holly before Taylor heads to his first day of school.
We visited Lake Michigan - Taylor L.O.V.E.S. the water!
Taylor's first Wisconsin purchase was Green Bay Packer flip flops. What a nut!
I think they will be very happy there,
But we already miss them......







Tuesday, August 6, 2013

New Lizzie Kate....

The newest Lizzie Kate releases have arrived!
 Santa '13
Jolly Old Soul
comes with a bead and button pack
$6.50
pattern only $4.00
button pack only $2.50
Tiny Tidings XVIII
comes with button and bead pack
$13.00
pattern only  $8.00
button pack only $5.00
String Things....
I see a lot of button opportunities here!
Thankful String  $4.00
Merry String  $4.00
The last of the of the Jingles...
$4.50 each