BIZZI Bee

New Start - Announcement of sorts

2010-04-20T11:59:00.000-07:00

Okay...so this has been dormant for a while. I do apologize.

I have an announcement to make:

I have decided to discontinue designing actively in the cross stitch world. My "day job" has been a little too consuming and well, the market is very different than it was when I started my endeavor. I thank everyone for their support of my love of colour, thread, and cross stitch! At the end of the month, Norden Crafts will cease to carry my patterns. Hoffman still has a few, but has discontinued my punch needle patterns. In the next few months, I will continue to donate items to dissolve the remainder of my inventory. If you have a question about what I have, please email me.

Going forward, I will be dedicating this blog to my creations...and occasionally offer an on-line downloadable pattern. :) Hint: there are 2 Christmas Cross Stitch Stockings coming soon.

Have a wonderful week!
Paula :)

Christmas is Coming...

2009-11-21T17:16:00.000-08:00

Hi...

It seems that the holiday season is approaching... I'm looking forward to decorating and making a few things. Amazing how a year can pass so quickly... I was looking back at all my cross stitch Santas that I display year around. Some where made almost 10 years ago now at a Stitch Away in Oklahoma. I learned about different fibers and stitching beyond the "cross" stitch. It was when my love for sewing started to grow...

Have a lovely Thanksgiving holiday. I am thankful for the influences of so many friends along the way.

Paula

Long time no blog...

2009-01-15T07:06:00.000-08:00

Okay...I am here...really...

Here is my son sporting his "braces free" teeth! Love that! (so does he)

I did take time out in November to attend a wedding... Best wishes for a Healthy, Happy and Prosperous New Year!

Speaking of New Year...I do have some information...as you may have noticed or not I have not been doing as much with my business, BIZZI Creations, Inc. After MUCH thought, prayer, and deliberation, I have decided it is best to scale it back. I will still be doing designs from time to time, but I will not be hosting my own booth at trade shows. I love to create and that is not changing... I do have to adjust to the current economic environment. I will still have my "free bee" designs available from time to time...and by request.

Many Blessings,
Paula

Chocolate Butterflies

2008-10-05T19:38:00.000-07:00

For my girlfriend's wedding, I made chocolate butterflies to top the cupcakes. Thanks to the book: Hello, Cupcake!

It was a great book...I used the modified cake recipe and it tasted great. It was a fabulous wedding and I was so glad to be able to celebrate their day with them. I am so happy for them!

I also got my hair cut this past week...and love it!

Well, my three kitties are ready for bed...have a lovely week...
Paula :)

Sneak Peek & crash & Burn...

2008-08-16T09:21:00.001-07:00

Here it is...the companion piece to "My Chair" called..."My Desk". Isn't she lovely? Cathy did a lovely job stitching her and Stitch Niche in Arlington did a lovely job stretching and framing her. Nice when it all comes together. This is going out to the distributors as I write and also to some shops... If you are interested in this pattern, contact your local Needlework Shop! It is stitched on Picture This Plus cashel chime fabric with DMC floss.

And now to the crash & burn...remember yesterday how I mentioned that we got rain? Well, that is great except when you ride a road bike (bicycle) and you get ran off the road...the mud just grabs your tire and you -well stick, stop, fall...and with clips you are pretty much just riding it down. As fun as that may sound, it can and usually does hurt. It usually happens where there are lots of witnesses. So, my baby was hurt (my bike)...see picture. Lucky for me the only thing that hit the concrete was the corner of my handlebar...now off to get new grips. A little bit of mud, which did not allow for me to insert right foot into right clip the rest of the way... But the bright side is that other than a couple of well placed bruises (no picture or further comment here) I'm fine. Okay, the pride was wounded a little too...but got lots of sympathy from the troops. They are a great group to ride with and yes I just kept smiling. It was a beautiful night and enjoyed it despite the mud and the over agressive rider. I forgave him...

Well, I will leave you with this...Mr. Gray and his comments on the above incident. :)

Happy Stitching!

Paula

There's a mouse on his back!

2008-08-15T09:07:00.000-07:00

As promised, a photo of Mr. Gray's back...it so looks like a mouse with a nice long tail, huh?

Have a lovely weekend! We got a nice bit of rain this morning that was so needed. It has been so hot and dry.

Happy Stitching!
Paula :)

I've been Creating

2008-08-13T18:06:00.000-07:00

Hi,

Well, my major accomplishment was really finishing my first sock. I am half way done with the second - yes I am at the heel turn!!! I broke 2, yes 2 knitting needles finishing the toe. I guess I was knitting a little tight!!!

Then in the spirit of being green...I decided to make some grocery bags. I just love Valori Wells' fabric! While reading her blog I found her tutorial/pattern for these bags. They are absolutely wonderful, made out of her home decor fabric to give a little more strength, long handles, and a nice rectangular flat bottom - while being completely lined. She calls it her grocery tote! What I love is that when I take them to Whole Foods I get a credit of 10 cents per bag each time I shop! :) Plus, I am not polluting. These bags are so nice and roomy and can really carry the goods! I know because I have packed cartons of milk in them! Plus, they work great in a pinch to put things together to go to the post office. Love that! Thanks Valori! Go check out her stuff, very cool! :)

I'm knitting while watching the olymics. Just wish I didn't have to get up so early in the morning...just want to stay up and watch...and I'm not a big TV watcher...but this is very amazing!

I will leave you with one last picture, my son's cat, Mr. Gray. :He is the son of the Queen, Miss Knickers. The Royalty runs in the family. I will try to get a photo of his back. I swear his white marking on his back resembles a mouse! :)

Happy Stitching!

Paula :)

Finally...a New Look!

2008-08-09T19:35:00.000-07:00

I hope you enjoy the new look, many thanks to Grumpy Cow for incorporating my painting and cross stitch designs of "Sunbathing" into my header!

Check out the links - I added the PDF file to this for "be.inspired". I am getting there!

Next to add Flicker!
Enjoy!
Paula :)

Free Chart - Be.Inspired

2008-08-04T08:22:00.000-07:00

Hi, I know it has been a long time. Right. I actually have been very BIZZI. I will post today the new free design - that was actually released in February at market...but I got it framed now! Thanks to Stitch Niche for the fine finishing!

So...I will post the link to the pattern soon on the side bar. I will also be updating my look thanks to Grumpy Cow! sO...Changes aRe coming...SoOn! :)

Have a happy stitchin' week...and stay cool. It is only suppose to be 106 today.

Paula :)

I Love Great Surprises!!!

2008-05-18T20:47:00.000-07:00

Wow! I was surprised! I went to my book club the other night. We had been on a break since our last book finished, one got married, and well life in general intervened for a few weeks...actually a month. They had a surprise birthday party for myself and another friend, Sandi! We had cupcakes made in ice cream cones...so cool and actually easy to eat! Got to remember that idea. Wish I had a picture to show you. Anyhow, they are the best! Many Thanks! It truly made my day, week, year...very nice. ~Paula
PS Flowers from my friend, Steph!

Butterflies...

2008-04-21T22:08:00.000-07:00

I added a few butterflies to this simple store bought t-shirt for a special little girl! I drew the design on paper and cut out the fabric butterflies. Once I positioned on the shirt I outlined in a tight zig zag and made the little antenaes. This was a quick fun project that is sure to add a little joy to any little girl!

To catch up on my previous posts, I did make my century mark! Yeah! Hard to believe I have ran 100 miles since January...however I had to stop running over the last few weeks. I am back at it this week and looking forward to more centuries to pass...especially when my asthma specialist told me that if he hadn't known I was on medication he would have thought I had normal lungs! Wow, what a difference a little exercise can make! That made my week. Now if live oak trees didn't bother me so much...I know, that is what treadmills are for.

Happy sewing!
Paula :)

Awwwww...Spring!

2008-03-19T18:48:00.000-07:00

My son and I enjoyed the butterfly display at the Ft. Worth Arboretum this week. A lovely white paper butterfly here. We had a few land on us and a lot flutter about us. It was such a happy feeling to be surrounded by them...so colourful too!

My new butterfly trip inspired designs will be showing up soon...keep posted.

Happy days to everyone!
Paula :)

Bathing is So Overrated...

2008-03-09T14:55:00.000-07:00

When you look this good, who needs to bath?
I guess this is a little telling of the condition of my porch...I suppose I should sweep it or something. Hard to believe we had snow last Monday and Thursday and now we are at 75 degrees. Wow! Well, I have a hot date with those tennis shoes in the picture there...off I go. I have passed the 80 mile mark, I let you know when I hit the century. :) Have a great week! ~Paula

The Queen, herself, actually

2008-02-23T14:18:00.001-08:00

Nuff said.

Yes, she rules my world. :) (from the top of my pillows...silly girl.)

Paula :)

Beauty and the Earth

2008-02-22T18:45:00.000-08:00

Oh Valentines Day...what fun to watch... It was a crazy time, as I had just returned from Nashville...which was a blast! I had fun with Megan from Needlework Retailer. She does an amazing job with the magazine and is fun to be around! We also joined up with Kathi from Wichelt Imports. Kathi is the marketing director and all around great gal. We managed to slip away a couple of evenings and laugh and talk and laugh some more. Isn't that what we all need every now and again! Thank you so much for that much needed chuckle!

Back to Valentines, the flowers were a special gift, to me...as an inspiration for a new piece that I am designing that will benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation. My friend, Karen, co-pilot or should I say driver to Nashville, besides being an awesome person is a cancer SURVIVOR! Wahoo!! Plus, there is a wonderful friend Becca that frequents Stitch Niche that is a fantabulous person and cancer SURVIVOR and stitcher, too! How awesome is that??!! So, with their input I am placing a wonderful flower on a design with a little praise for those incredible people that I happen to share a little space with in time. I hope to have the design done soon so I can post. I will be making kits and have them ready sometime shortly thereafter... Back to the flowers, the lovely lady at Bailey's Flowers did this incredible arrangement! She did a great job! Hopefully there will be a new painting in the works to mirror this wonderful creation.

This last picture was of the moon eclipse the other night. Between clouds, I was able to see the earth's shadow cover the surface of the moon. It is just so amazing to me and it seems that I do not have the opportunity to see this every time so...I had to take it in with my cats out on the porch. What a beautiful night, perfect temperature with a slight breeze - ahhhhhh.

Well...........off to sleep actually...have a wonderful weekend! ~Paula

To Market, to market...home again

2008-02-12T19:27:00.000-08:00

Hello...well, here is a little taste of the fun I had at market. I added my little bee (okay not so little) to my door for a little marketing. I think it was noticable...from well across the atrium. :) It was fun... Not bad for some wrapping paper, scissors, razor blade and some tape! (Okay, okay a chair to stand on, too. I am a "little" horizontally challenged.)

Well, I did not get to tell you but now I can... I painted the cover for the 15th anniversary cover of the NMI market Show guide! I will share that with you soon. You can request a print of it or the cookbook cover by emailing me. :)

We had a great time. The weather was wonderful and the drive went smooth.

I have so much more to share so keep checking back!
Many blessings, Paula :)

New Releases

2008-02-09T19:55:00.000-08:00

New Playful Series...Trios...Elegance...Mardi Gras Cat...so much fun and colour!!!!!

I am having a wonderful time.

Enjoy!

Paula :)

A little Tease

2008-02-04T21:32:00.001-08:00

I know it isn't fair...but I just cannot keep it to myself much longer! I know it is only a few more days to market...my house could tell you that if it spoke. My help is sleeping on the job. See exhibit A.

This is Knickers...and I have just asked too much from her I guess. She is staying near me so at least my activities have not kept her from her beauty sleep. A cat must have its sleep!

Okay, okay, the tease...what has colour (you know me by now), wires, and hangs...well here is a little picture of one of my latest designs being released at market this weekend... Ta Da!!!!

I hope that will keep you for a day or so... Happy stitching, knitting, sewing, painting, crafting, for it is so wonderful to create!

~Paula :)

A Little Cookin'

2008-01-27T18:24:00.000-08:00

Here is a little colourful stir fry. I mixed zuchini, carrots, onion, and shrimp...a little soy sauce.

I have been in the process of cooking more and eating healthier and oh what a difference.

Another dish was a little piece of Yellow Fin Tuna seared on each side with salt and pepper with stir fry green beans with yellow bell pepper and almonds!

Then we cannot forget about the cats...they have been having fun. Here they are relaxing...and little bit on top didn't make room for her mom (below). Too funny. Hope you are having a nice weekend! ~Paula

Belated Baby Gift

2008-01-26T06:54:00.001-08:00

I just love new babies! I love gifting new babies! So...this is for a co-worker's grandbaby who spends time at her home. It is a pink fleece blanket that I added a bias trim in a lovely baltik fabric. I took some terry cloth and cut out a bib and trimed it to match. Then to make it special I drew out the initial "M" and appliqued it out of the fabric. The closure is velcro. Make sure the scratchy side is on the main bib so it will not rub the neck as they grow! I machine sew down the trim on one side, but I prefer the painstaking handsewing of the binding on the reverse. It just looks so much better on the blanket. On the bib, which will get lots of washings I use a small zig-zag. So it is ready to go!

I have so much that I want to show...but, there is the element of surprise for Market. So, keeping with the spirit, I will show you after I have revealed it in Nashville. :) I had the priviledge of painting the cover for the 15th Anniversary Show Guide. Very cool. I also have some more of my Trios, some new wraps, a Santa, and well...you get the picture. I have been a BIZZI Bee. :)

We had some cold weather and that just motivates me to sew and create. I am even painting my own canvas for a little extra surprise! Well, back to it...that and the laundry, cleaning, and weekly chores...oh yeah I need to go get some groceries! Have a super weekend!

Smiles,

Paula

Happy New Year!

2008-01-15T08:33:00.000-08:00

Okay, I haven't been sleeping...and I will prove it! I have lots of fun colourful goodies that I have been creating. I love the new book "Last Minute Gifts" and I have added some variations to them! So fun!!! Get ready for lots of pictures!

I will start with a lovely wreath my friend Sandi made for me!

I just love the detail...see second picture! She is just so talented! Her tree this year was awesome...wish I had a picture to share. It was so unusual with birds, golds, browns, and a touch of turquoise.

Anyhow, I just love turquoise and she knew...and it was just a beautiful compliment to my home.

Oh and one must have decorations for the tree...and I made 3! These are gifts...and from the delightful book "Last Minute Gifts". I added the bit of lace on the underside. Fun...fun...

Now to bring in the new year one must dress everything appropriately! That gets us to my next picture. I have had this pattern for a long time and instead of buying buttons I have really enjoying making my own covered buttons. They just finish it off just right.

Now to get organized one must have a place for their pins...and what a lovely, colourful place indeed! This is another "Last Minute Gift" pattern. I added a button on the top and bottom and the lovely pins.

I picked up the pins at JoAnn's.

Have a lovely week!

Be Creative!

Paula

Knitting, knitting, knitting

2007-11-22T06:53:00.000-08:00

Knitting, knitting, knitting...what fun! Okay, Santa's workshop is in high gear...and laughing all the way! Ho HO Ho.

This is for a wonderful new little girl, a mere 6 weeks old at the moment. This will keep her warm and stylish! It was a quick knit and it feels soooo soft. Love the yarn. I added the little crochet flower on the hat and the icord to hold the mittens. I know my child had a habit of taking things like mittens and socks off. Can't risk loosing these!

Next up...more in-progress works...

This is a hat for my son. He has strick instructions, it must be soft, red, and washable. So...here is his hat about half done. It is in a cotton / acrylic mix and he loves the color. I just hope it fits and is stretchy enough.

And finally, an update on the sock progress. I am almost done with the first and have started about 2" on the second sock. I love the feel and look. It shouldn't take me much to finish these, just been a little pre-occupied. :)

Before I forget, I just want to wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving. I am so thankful for my friends, family, for the country we live in, the opportunities we have and most importantly our freedom. May God Bless Each and Every One of you!

Many Blessings,

Paula

Adding A Little Colour

2007-11-16T15:45:00.000-08:00

Hello there...I have done a little decorating...by adding a little colour to my bedroom. I bought about 3 yards of this lovely blue home decor fabric. I made 6" strips and folded them in half and sewed them onto the bottom of this ready made cream bedskirt at the hem sem so it looks tiered down. Then with the remaining fabric I made two pillow shams. I added a little velveteen pillow and hung up on the wall my grandmothers wedding ring quilt. It is only a twin size and in rather poor condition, but I still enjoy looking at it from a distance. If you look closely on the left you will see me in all my youth (yep, my baby picture). Have a wonderful weekend! ~Paula

Socks

2007-09-06T16:15:00.000-07:00

I have officially re-started my first pair of socks. As in this is my second attempt...but I am pumped. I don't think I will take these on the train just yet until I get a wee bit more comfortable with this...just need some weight on them so they don't get all twisted... But, this is cool. The instructions are from Interweave Press and very nicely illustrated. And of course I have my handy bee measuring tape.
These lovely ladies are my people. I am there servant. Their wish is my command for the most part. Notice they are on MY CLOTHES...I was trying to lay out and get read to go...they had other thougths...like "stay for a while, huh???" Notice Elsie the one on the left has her ears back a bit, she was not interested in moving...she was comfortable. It is amazing how much personality these guys have. The one on the right is a cuddle bug (Knickers)...but Elsie - don't touch the fur, unless I want you to...only on her terms. Do you know people like that?

Have a wonderful Friday...hopefully more sock progress to show soon.
Many blessings,
Paula :)

Friday saying...

2007-08-31T12:44:00.000-07:00

"Life is a grindstone, and whether it grinds you down or polishes you up is for you and you alone to decide." anonymous

Sometimes life grinds a little harder on you than you would like...but in the end it was just a rough spot that needed a little dressing.

One thing that I really see now is more the little things...oh they mean so much to me.

I would have some pictures of my recent endeavor, but alas I shipped off with a bow and forgot to photograph. I made some lovely knitted wash cloths for two new bouncing baby girls!

Have a truly lovely weekend!
Paula :)

Pictures of Felting Project

2007-08-29T10:40:00.000-07:00

Ta Da!!! Okay it took long enough...actually it has been finished for a while, just didn't get it here due too much stuff going on. :)

It is about 10" long and 4" wide. I made nice long straps.

After washing in hot water until desired results, I let dry. The purse dried with a towel in it to help shape.

Before it was completely dry I inserted large knitting needles where the straps would go and then let dry.

Then I inserted the long strap, tied in a french knot and voila! Finished! I just love how it turned out! Now I am making a little wallet with the left over yarn to put inside! If you are interested in the pattern, let me know. I haven't been sure if I would publish or not...

After the wallet I am on to knitting socks...yes. Crazy, but I can't wait! It will be a great project on the train.

Thanks Marian for the assistance!

Have a super day!

Paula :)

Long time no blog...

2007-07-17T08:17:00.000-07:00

To say a lot has been going on in my life would be an understatement. To say that I have had to focus my efforts elsewhere is fairly accurate.

I have not stopped creating and I will post a few of my newer projects very soon. I am very excited about my first felting project!!!

I think from all the rain we have been having in Texas that we all but sprouted web feet...

Have a blessed day!
Paula :)

Celebrating!!!

2007-04-14T10:25:00.000-07:00

Well I woke up to this...lovely sign made by one of my dear friend, Karen, and her daughter Kelley! That was just the start of a great day! A message in chalk greeted me on the way to my car that was, well, decorated as well! I have to say that it definitely put miles of smiles on my face starting my new decade! Thanks Karen and Kelley! It was a great day! And the celebrating continued as I received a lovely bouquet of lavendar flowers from another well wishing friend! The mail box flooded with cards and now a gaggle of friends to have a wonderful meal! I guess 40 ain't so bad! :)

I have to pause and say a sincere "thank you" to my friends! ~Paula

Miss Crystal's special outfit and My Real Chair with my real cat

2007-03-26T21:18:00.000-07:00

Here is the fun outfit. There are a lot of details, which I will show in some close up pictures. The top features lime green piping above the wavey striped ruffle. The neck and arm openings are encased with bright yellow biased tape, resembling more piping.

The pants feature multicolored rick rack! It is suttle on this outfit, but by itself it is amazingly bright!

Miss Crystal loves pink...I hope she has much fun her new summer outfit! In the mail tomorrow and on their way to giving a few smiles to the new owner!

My Knickers perched up top on "my chair". The inspiration for the cross stitch piece shown.

Hope you enjoyed some pictures...some new cross stitch release coming soon...Paula

My Chair

2007-03-22T13:45:00.000-07:00

This is the first of three cross stitch designs from "My Place" painting. Each has a cat and lots of little details like a needle in the arm chair and heart shaped rug. All will have the fun green border.

The cat featured in this one, is my own "Knickers". She is forever near me while I stitch. She carefully watches me.

I'm sure each of you have animals that do the same. Share your stories! I would love to hear them.

Happy Stitching!

Paula

My Etsy Shop!

2007-03-12T23:18:00.000-07:00

I now have my paintings available through Etsy.com.
Visit it at www.bizzikid.etsy.com.

Have a wonderful day! ~Paula

Made the Cover

2007-03-07T17:12:00.000-08:00

Just got the image of the newest cover for Needlework Retailer and it is featuring my latest design, "Kissed with Sunshine". It is soooo fun to see! This is the first time I have had a design on Needlework Retailer's cover!

Have a terrific day!
Paula :)

Kissed by Sunshine

2007-03-04T21:21:00.000-08:00

This is another wonderful, colourful watercolour flower! It is stitched entirely with DMC floss on R & R fabric. It is a chart.

Something to brighten any space!

Enjoy!

Paula

Queen Bee

Sewing some Colour in my space

2007-02-28T04:40:00.000-08:00

I will get back to posting the new designs, but I had to digress and show you a bit of fun I have been having!
The rocking chair has been in my family since I was about 3 or 4, so that is definitely antique! Well, it is getting there. I made a chair cushion and a little pillow to modernize it. On the couch, I recovered the two end pillows in this fun paisley and added this throw - called Cotton Candy from Joanne's Fabrics. It is light weight but comfy. (The throw that is.) Enjoy! ~Paula

Wedding Pillows

2007-02-18T08:49:00.000-08:00

These are lovely pillows sewn on alabaster R&R 30 ct fabric with Wildflowers and Needlepoint Inc silk. The ring bearer pillow has the addition of Mill Hill beads, crystals, and Charland Design silver charm. The ring bearer pillow is available through BIZZI Creations. A quick stitch to an heirloom to enjoy for generations!

Paula :)

New Releases...

2007-02-13T10:26:00.000-08:00

Just back from Nashville - new releases:

Punch Needle: Chic Giggles, Party Giggles, Clown Giggles, Witch's Hat Giggles (all with the pattern stamped on the fabric)

Kits: Pot Stickers:Cat on a Stick (punchneedle stamped on fabric w/stick, embellishments and backing fabric), kit for finishing both the Clown and Witch's Hat Giggles; Embellishments for the Ring Bearer pillow

Cross Stitch: Kissed with Sunshine, My Chair, Wedding Pillows

Monthly series Cross Stitch: TRIOS - January (Laugh, Love, Live); February (Dream, Dare, Do!) and RESOLUTIONS - #1 - Learn to Let Go

Smidgeons of Colour: Now released w/out the box. The little designs make great scissor fobs, broaches, etc.

Finishing: Pillows for TRIO January and ring bearer; wall wearable for TRIO February

I will have the designs on my website soon!!! And showing them one at a time on the blog...
Happy Stitching!!!
Paula :-)

Finishing on a Stick

2007-02-13T06:02:00.000-08:00

I did a class at both TNNA and Nashville on finishing on a stick. Right now all three designs are punchneedle, but watch - as they will become available in cross stitch. Kits are available for the stick, trim, backing fabric, embellishments. That will be applicable for both punch or cross stitch.

Oh and by the way, the Witch's Hat does glow in the dark...the bat and circles around the orange polka dots. Very fun!

Have a wonderful day!
Paula
Queen Bee

TRIO - February!!!

2007-02-11T16:48:00.000-08:00

Here is Dream, Dare, Do! complements of Ms. Elsie! This is the second in the series.

I will upload new images as the weeks go on of all the new releases... Website will follow!

Have a great week!
Paula
Queen Bee

Queens of the House

2007-01-21T19:44:00.000-08:00

Well, Ms. Elsie, the one on the right, was very helpful this weekend. I received some wonderful samples of thread while at TNNA San Diego...and Elsie decided that they were her new toys. Yes, she loves them. I am hoping to have fun with them soon, but have to hide them until I have time or I think I will have lost ownership of the thread. Knickers, the one on the left is Elsie's mom. She has decided with the cooler weather that my pillow on my bed is the "place" to be. They are quite the muse. Love them both dearly...and they are often my inspiration.

I'm working on stuff for Nashville which is sooo soon!

We had a beautiful day today...a grand change from the ice, snow and rain we have had the last week.

Paula
Queen/Bee

TNNA San Diego

2007-01-07T16:43:00.000-08:00

Just a reminder I will be at the TNNA show in San Diego, CA. I will be teaching a finishing class, "Cat on a Stick" and have a booth - 2103 so come see me!

Have a great week!
Paula
Queen Bee

2006-12-30T12:31:00.000-08:00

Christmas has come and gone...and now here we go right into 2007! Woo Hoo!

I'm showing my latest design, "I'm S'mitten with you". I did this design for Wichelt Imports and it appeared on the back cover of Just Cross Stitch Magazine's latest release! Best part for you the stitcher is that it is a "FreeBee" pattern. It was stitched with Northern Lights (silk) from Needlepoint, Inc and Rainbow Gallery's wisper. There are two charms from Mill Hill along with Mill Hill's wonderful frame! It is a quick stitch and has the wonderful wintery love!

Well, I am getting ready for San Diego. Only a few short days a way and lots to do! The TRIOs first release is out - "L". Also "Blue Bonnet"...

Have a wonderful New Years! Hope to see some of you in San Diego!

Many Blessings,

Paula :)

Giving - the best part

2006-12-09T13:40:00.000-08:00

Zan Frederickson of Hope International Adoption shared this picture with me of the fund raising event the charity had just recently in Dallas. This gift basket features my sunflower design, "Bloomin' Smiles" and my sunflower notecards inside. You can find out more about this group at http://www.hopeadoption.org/ .

My hope is that my small contribution made a big impact in the life of child somewhere...

Have a blessed day!
Paula

Painting, Sewing, a regular Santa's workshop

2006-12-04T08:10:00.000-08:00

We had quite a little cold snap just last week. It was just what I needed to put me into the Holiday spirit!

New Trios for 2007! This is BIZZI's first monthly series! Each month there will be a design featuring a new letter of the alphabet. January is featuring "L" for Laugh, Love, Live. The design is stitched with three colors of Needlepoint Ink Silk. Each month there will be a coordinating fun finishing idea from Trail Creek Farm. So - these will start to ship soon...

The "Bistro" painting was my first experiment painting watercolor on the new watercolour canvas. I like this part of the painting (other half not shown). But close up shows all the little textures of the canvas and I'm not sure I like it.

Well, working on Christmas Cards and have several done, but a few to finish up... then punching models for my "Cat on a Stick" class for San Diego. I will also be teaching the same class at Nashville in February!

Back to it!

Paula

Happy Thanksgiving!

2006-11-22T11:27:00.000-08:00

During this time I like to make my "thankful for..." list. I am so blessed to have people that enjoy my art and designs. I am so appreciative to the opportunity that affords me. It is an awesome responsibility that I do not take lightly. This past year has been a trial in many ways in my life. I have had the opportunity to renew my interest in all things creative. I hope that what you see in 2007 is a reflection of all things new and reflective of the inspiration that grew.
Many Blessings to you and yours!
Sincerely,
Paula
Queen Bee

Happy Halloween

2006-10-24T13:44:00.000-07:00

The latest news at BIZZI...
The Online Needlework Show was wonderful. It was great to see such interest in our new designs. The new designs are going to our distributors today so they should have them up in the next week or so. I wanted to give intro the new designs at the show first. I also have a new freebee design. It is not up on the website yet, but I will mail it to you if you send a self-addressed stamped envelope. :)

The cooler weather has finally arrived and I just love it! We do not get the changing of the leaves quite like other areas, but the cooler temperatures are a welcome relief as is the rain (which we did without for many, many days - our lakes show it.) I just loving sewing when the weather gets cooler. Hopefully you do too! I have been looking through my stash and priortizing my projects with the holidays and some were released a bit late...better than never!

I am also focusing my energy now on my custom Christmas Cards, which are cards that have a custom painting on the front featuring something of your business or personal liking. The inside has your custom greeting and signatures. The back features your business information somewhat like a business card. It is always a fun project for me and hopefully it makes the cards a little more special.

Well, enjoy the cooler weather (or warmer weather depending upon where you are on the globe). As Halloween nears, decidely my favorite holiday of the year, enjoy the fun and laughter that it brings.

Happy Sewing or painting!
Paula

Online Needlework Show October 11 - 16 !!!

2006-10-04T09:36:00.000-07:00

We are participating in the Online Needlework Show http://www.needleworkshow.com/ which is just around the corner - October 11th - 16th! Come see a few new releases!

I will try to continue to bring updates here as often as possible. There are many exciting things in the works for 2007.

Have a terrific Tuesday!
Paula

TNNA Class sign up!

2006-10-04T09:26:00.000-07:00

My finishing class - "Cat on a Stick" is ready for sign up!
http://www.tnna.org/pdfs/SanDiego2007BuyerFlyer.pdf

It is a short class that will infuse you with fun, inventive ideas to finish things just a little bit differently than before... I am looking forward to meeting new people and enjoying my time in the class room. It has been a while since I have been there.

Happy Stitching!
Paula :)

"Cat on a Stick" Class at TNNA San Diego!

2006-09-23T10:15:00.000-07:00

I am SOOOOO excited. I have been asked to teach a class at TNNA San Diego. The picture is of the pattern I will be providing and showing the various steps on how to complete the model. I am really looking forward to this opportunity! ~Happy Stitching! paula

New Releases

2006-09-05T18:37:00.000-07:00

New Cross Stitch and Miniature Punchneedle releases!

To the left, enjoy "Pumpkin Quartet" a fun quick stitch on Tula fabric using Weeks Dye Works Perle 5.

To the right, enjoy the sequel to "If the Broom fits" - "If the Shoe fits". This fun, quick to stitch piece is on 30 ct Carved Pumpking R&R cloth or can be stitched on Aida 14 ct Orange. It is stitched with Needlepoint Inc Northern Lights Silks, DMC, and Rainbow Gallery Whisper. Definitely gets you into the Halloween spirit.

I just love fall, the colors, the crispness in the air...and Halloween. Halloween has always been such a fun tradition at my house...I thought I'd share some with you.

My new miniature punchneedle designs include "Ort-a-ment" a fun ornament to add to your tree or decorations for your packages (on the left).

"Lilly" is the other release that graces the top of my BIZZI 4x6 box in white (on the right). What a wonderful gift for that special person!

Check out the Needlework Show Online October 11-16th.
Happy Fall!!!!!!
Paula :)

2006-08-23T04:19:00.000-07:00

Here is "Pears in Colour"...my latest painting. The finished size is approximately 9"x11". It is deep in colour (depth) as I did a lot of colour glazes to get the pears to have a glow. I hope you enjoy. The painting is available for sale - $200. and notecards are available for $15/package. Contact us at bizzicreations@att.net. Enjoy!

A side note, we finally got some much needed rain. How wonderful! ~Paula

Texas Etiquette

2006-08-09T11:35:00.000-07:00

It has been a while...time to get you up to date. First, currently at the OMOT (On My Own Time) Exhibit at Texas Instruments in Dallas, Texas, is "Texas Etiquette", a watercolour painting about a Texas Longhorn that eats quite literally with etiquette. Okay so she is a bit colourful...but that is the fun of the piece. The reception is the 17th at which time the winning pieces will advance to the City level at Northpark Mall.

Currently, the cross stitch trunk show is in Harlegin, Texas! If you are interested in having our trunk show at your shop in 2007 sign up now, as space is starting to fill!

Next year we will be at TNNA San Diego in January and at NMI Nashville Cash & Carry in February. Hope to see you then!

Have a wonderful day stitching, painting or just reading!
Paula :)

PHONES!!!

2006-05-19T10:10:00.000-07:00

Just a quick announcement that my phones will be answered Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays! You can always leave messages, email, or fax!

Cathy will be your wonderful person on the other line! Welcome her!

Thanks Cathy!

Warmest regards,
Paula

Changes, changes, and more changes

2006-05-19T09:52:00.000-07:00

Hello...Happy Spring!
Here are BIZZI Creations, Inc. we have been quite bizzi! We have several wonderful new patterns coming for cross stitch and miniature punchneedle. (Be on the look out for a new Stocking pattern!)

We have a new format coming soon to our website!

We will not be at the TNNA/INRG Summer Market in IN this year! We have been at the summer market now since the first joint market three years ago...so I will miss seeing everyone there! I am sending a few of my new design models to be shown at market. So, be on the lookout. If you remember which booth you saw them at, you get a discount!

I will be selling my notecards on-line soon. However, I will not sell my cross stitch or miniature punchneedle patterns. They will need to be purchased through your local needle art store.

New releases will be up soon! So check back often and maybe you will see the new site!!! If you are the first to see the new site up and running you will win a prize!!! Be sure to send an email!!!

Happy Stitchin'
Paula :)

Stitch-A-Licious Painting

2006-03-19T16:27:00.000-08:00

I had the honor of painting the cover to the new Stitch-A-Licious Volume II cookbook published by Needlework Markets available through fine needlework stores. It is a collection of recipes from designers like myself (and I do have one in there!)

The original painting is approximately 9x13 framed in a unique brushed black frame with acid free double white mats under conservation glass. Painting is for sale. Contact me by email if you are interested.

Prints are on 11x14 sheets - signatures available for $25/each. Available while supply lasts! (Available wholesale as well.) Contact me by email if you are interested.

It is also available on Needlepoint Canvas 13 Mesh through Rishfeld Designs.

Have a wonderful day!!!
Paula :)

Elegance series

2006-02-20T19:44:00.000-08:00

Introducing the Elegance Evolution:
from left to right in the picture, Elegance Cross Stitched (featured in Just Cross Stitch Magazine April Edition), Original painting (center), and Elegance in miniature punch needle(right). In the small red box on the left is the Smidgeon of Colour kit, Elegance, which is an over one design. The article featuring the design is on the table.

The framing for the cross stitch and punch needle are by Eastside Mouldings.
Happy Stitching...Paula :-)

New Releases...

2006-02-14T12:24:00.000-08:00

Just back from Nashville - new releases:

Punch Needle: Elegance with the pattern stamped on the fabric
Needle Point: Stitch-A-Licious cover; Elegance; Chef Bistro
Cross Stitch: Winter Wonderland, Catch the Stitchin' Bug, Bee Queen Bee, Garden Snail, and Mildred (the good witch)
Smidgeons of Colour: I love Green and Elegance

I will have the designs on my website soon!!!

Happy Stitching!!!
Paula :-)

Just Cross Stitch Magazine - April Edition

2006-02-03T12:36:00.000-08:00

Just released, the April Edition of Just Cross Stitch Magazine, where I had the honor to be profiled and have my design, Elegance, released! Hope you enjoy!

Have a fabulous day stitching or painting!
Paula :)

Nashville Needleart Market Feb 10-12

2006-01-11T11:08:00.000-08:00

Things are bizzi at BIZZI! We are all excited about being in Nashville! We plan to have plenty of our wonderful stationery - ON SALE! We will have some of our older kits and designs ON SALE as well! We will have our FULL line of NEW colourful BOXES with us! PLUS, new designs- needlepoint, cross stitch, miniature punch needle and some artwork! It will be a very full room this year!

I am looking forward to seeing everyone and having a little time to mingle!
Paula Y
Queen Bee

Wonderful 2006 Ahead!!!!

2005-12-29T10:46:00.000-08:00

I'm so excited to report that some fantastic things are happening at BIZZI! Okay, I might be a tad bit biased, but...see for yourself: I will be a featured designer in the April Edition of Just Cross Stitch Magazine that will be available in early February; I designed the cover of the new Stitch-A-Licious Volume II Cookbook for Needlework Markets that will be available at the Nashville Trade Show; and have illustrated my first children's book! :) So stay tuned!!!

Best Wishes to everyone for a healthy and prosperous 2006~!
Warmest regards,
Paula/Queen Bee

Happy Holidays!

2005-12-19T16:22:00.000-08:00

Hard to believe the holidays are upon us. May we stop and ponder the wonders of this world for just a moment during the busy, busy time. 'Thank you' to all the special people that send kind words of encouragement and enjoy my products. I feel blessed to have this opportunity to share my talents. May your season be all that it can be and 2006 prosperous.
Warm wishes,
Paula :)

Happy Thanksgiving!

2005-11-21T13:12:00.000-08:00

BIZZI Creations wishes you and your family a time of rest, relaxation, and joy during this holiday time. We are very thankful for all of our friends and blessings we have received this year!

If you are in need of a quick gift, we have our new 2006 calendar that just released. We also have several Smidgeons of Colour kits for cross stitch (over one thread) that come complete with the little colourful hinged boxes. These are small quick designs that are sure to please. Or if you would just like one of those colourful boxes for your own design, we have those too! Notecards and Christmas Cards are available for quick ship.

Many Blessings!
Paula :-)

New 2006 Calendar available

2005-11-14T12:03:00.000-08:00

Hi, hot off the press, I have 2006 calendars available that open up to 8 x 11. The pictures show upcoming new releases, some evolutions, and definitely lots and lots of colour! Retail $10. Contact me by email/phone or your local needleart shop!

Have a Marvelous Monday!
Paula :-)

Trunk Show in Arlington, TX

2005-10-24T11:09:00.000-07:00

Hi, just a quick report to let you know that my trunk show is at Stitch Niche in Arlington, TX! Thanks Kathy for having us! If you are in the area go by and see!

ANNOUNCING: 2006 Calendars to be ready next week! They show a little bit of everything that BIZZI does. Very cool... and they are a nice size - 8 x 10 open.

Have a marvelous Monday!
Paula :-)

When I think of you...

2005-10-10T21:04:00.000-07:00

This was a fun piece - watercolour garden with a nice copper gate. Look carefully and you will find a little rabbit in the grass. This fun whimsical piece delighted its new owner. It will soon evolve into a new cross stitch piece...watch for it at Nashville.
Paula :-)

Life...Live it! Love it!

2005-09-21T05:15:00.000-07:00

This is what I love about what I do...I am blessed to have stitchers like Erin! She took my "Let Your Spirit Soar" and stitched it up on Silkweavers Dream fabric and gave it to her friend that had lost everything in a fire and needed a new lease on life. I hope that this small gesture blessed their life as much as it does mine. I feel privledged to have been a part of this...in a small way. I hope my designs continue to bring about blessings to those that stitch and those that don't...

Life...Live it! Love it!
Thanks Erin for passing this on!
Paula :-)

September...

2005-09-20T10:09:00.000-07:00

I love the month of September. It stared when I was little, because my mother's birthday was in September and my grandparent's wedding anniversary. It was always a month of celebrating. Plus, I just love Fall! I love to feel the cooler breezes and see the changing of the leaves. The color this time of year can be just fabulous.

This year I am celebrating something new - my first wedding anniversary. It has been a tough year, but one that I feel we are stronger for having been through it. I have done a lot of retrospection of my life and have set forward with new goals and changes that I hope not only myself will benefit from, but those around me.

My new motto is: "Life...live it! ...love it!"
Paula :-)

Hurricane Katrina

2005-09-03T17:39:00.000-07:00

My heart goes out to the friends and family that have been effected by the devastation from Hurricane Katrina.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
---Paula

Complete!

2005-08-22T09:29:00.000-07:00

"If the Broom fits..." is complete! I have the PDF file available for those who want it. It is a FREE bee design. For complete details on the program refer to my website - free bees.

I also picked up a few new designs from the framer and excited about photographing and publishing them soon. I will let you know when they are available.

Oh, and if you liked the artwork published below with watercolour pens - experiment. It is available in note cards (blank inside). Just let me know.

Well, it is Monday and plenty to do! Have a Marvelous Monday!
Paula :-)

Fridays...

2005-08-19T07:47:00.000-07:00

I just love Fridays...they are the inspiration for the weekend. I find they either give me energy to create or vegetate. I always have a list too long to complete any given day much less a weekend. But, it feels so great to start a Monday off when I can at least check something off my endless list!

I just added stitching my new FREE bee to the list as I just received the fun fabric - some Aida 14 count Purple Potter. I'm not a big fan of Aida cloth, but I just love this full rich colour! It is a simple design, finishing approximately 4"x4". So that will be fun.

TGIF!
Paula :-)

Experimenting with watercolour pens

2005-08-18T11:11:00.000-07:00

This has been fun. I have done some new drawings utilizing watercolour pens. They do blend and I find it is so similar in application, that if you do not want something to bleed into something else to wait until the area is dried before applying. As with regular watercolour, you must, I repeat MUST save your whites (paper). You also must start with the light colours and work towards dark- what I call giving depth to the painting.

Start with something small. Draw a simple picture and experiment. Do not skimp on paper quality. I find that the heavier paper allows for a more colourful and detailed painting.

Enjoy!
Happy Creating!
Paula :-)

Paintings, sewing, designing and such!

2005-08-18T10:47:00.000-07:00

Hi, I just started this blog to talk about my fun adventures with BIZZI Creations. I will try to keep you up with where I am going...what I am doing...and what I have been up to (at least creatively :)!

I look forward to hearing from everyone and learning...as I feel that is so important in life. Since school is back in session I have been thinking more about taking painting lessons and even trying to teach some.

Before I close, I will mention that I might talk about my two cats, two dogs, husband, or son even along the way. SO, stay tuned.

Currently, my cross stitch designs are on view (trunk show) at Cross Stitch Unlimited in Arlington, MA! It will be there through mid- September.

I will be releasing a new FREE BEE cross stitch design for Halloween! I think it is a kick! I will let you know when I have it available on the website. I am trying to create PDF files so you don't have to wait for the snail mail!

Have a fantabulous day!!!!
Paula :-)