Birthday Week!

My Birthday is coming up on Sunday!! I love my Birthday and this is my favorite time of year. It's the first day of spring, the daffolis are blooming and trees are budding, the birds are widely chirpping, the days are warmer and we all begin to shake off the cold gray days of winter. Look for some fun posts this week celebrating all things spring!! To start us off let's enjoy some spring flowers that are just now beginning to bloom via Etsy!!

1. Spring Tulips by twoinspireyou

2. The Collection Number VIII by gildinglilies

3. Antique Botanical Floral from wesellusedgods

4. Gracefully Rainbow Color Vase by cornerloft

5. Radience by FlowersForRealJewelr

6. Vintage Daffodils from HighPointFarm2010

This One's for YOU!

Ok, sometimes I feel I talk a bit too much. So I am leaving this one to you!!

I feel spring is right around the corner so I want to know ~ what's your favorite spring color or color combinations? Or better yet, you favorite spring bloom? Let me know in the comments and who knows, you might just see your color or flower suggestion as my next creation!!

Quote for the Day

"There came a time when the risk to remain tight in the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom." ~Anais Nin

Carnations - Did You Know?

I began making my Carnation Flower Pins 3 years ago (I can't believe it's been that long!!) and have now expanded to Chrysanthemums, daisies, Forget-Me-Nots, completely abstract and unique flowers and several more. But my favorites still have to be where it all started - the Carnations.

Did you know...
A dark red carnation denotes deep love and affection.


A pink carnation is a symbol of a mother's undying love.


A striped (variegated) carnation symbolize regret that a love cannot be shared.


See more Fun Flower Facts in some of the listings in my shop.

Wednesday's Wonders - Happy Sunny Day

After a not-so-enjoyable evening last night, I woke up this morning in a surprisingly good mood. Maybe it was the late-nite carb binge or watching a good movie that helped. Maybe it was wishing to hear ONE particular song on the radio and as I flipped through the stations, I found it. Playing. Right. That. Second. Maybe it was waking up to these beautiful sunflowers that brightened my morning. Either way, how could these sun-loving flowers not put a smile on your face!!

Head Ornaments

I have been working very hard to create some new items. Please take a look and see what has recently bloomed at Marang Studios!

Get 'em quick!!

These items at my Etsy site will be expiring soon may or may not be making an appearance for some time. So get them QUICK!!!




1. Carnation Flower Pin - Navy with Gold Dots - Recycled T-shirt - $7.50
2. Winter Lace - Crocheted Granny Square Scarf - $25
3. Circus Act - Crocheted Carnation Pin - $14
4. Valentines Scarf - Striped - $25

Verticle Gardens

With spring on it's way I have been getting the itch to start planting. I have a wooden fence in the backyard that would be perfect for these! These ideas can be used indoor and out and are perfect for small spaces and gardens.

Wednesday's Wonders 3.31.10 Spring Flowers

Spring flowers are hear and full of color! Here are some great Etsy finds for this week's Wednesday's Wonders! Cheers!



1. RainburstEmbroidery
2. PopulationOne
3. PetalMix
4. Marang97

Fundraiser Update - Final Week

A BIG thank you to everyone that has helped spread the word and participated in my Cancer Awareness Fundraiser. Our total has now reached over $200!! We have one week left, so please stop by my shop here and make a purchase or forward the information along. Thanks again to everyone!

Here's the link to the original posting.

I'm ready....

I'm ready for SPRING! With a big snow storm knocking on our back door, all I would love to see are spring flowers, hints of green grass, and budding trees. The robins are already here, but they might want to head south again!