Store Closing {temporarily} August 24th...

I've known {and had displayed in my shop announcements} that I would be closing the shop around Labor Day for quite some time.  As my belly has gotten bigger and bigger, and I can now barely fit in the school desk that I paint at, I've decided......its' time.  One week from today, on Friday August 24th, jdavissquared's Etsy shop will be closing it's virtual doors for the remainder of 2012!  Such a bittersweet decision!  It's no secret that I love my little shop and all the great customers that find their way to me.  But, I'm also really excited to finish up my orders and then concentrate on all things baby! 

If you've had your eye on something in the shop, don't delay!  I have not set a date for re-opening, but I anticipate it being sometime early next year.  I'm looking forward to coming back in the new year with lots of new designs, and maybe even some new products. 

I'll still be around here on the blog, and on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram (@jdavissquared).

Thank you to everyone for your continued support!  Even though it's being cut short, 2012 was an amazingly successful year for jdavissquared on Etsy!

Dr. Who?

Remember a few weeks ago when I did a giveaway for a mini piggy bank?  Well, Ashley from Life is Beautiful was the winner.  {yay!}  I thought it would be fun to share with you guys what she ended up choosing.
Ashley asked me if I could do a "Doctor Who" bank.  I said I was sure I could, but I have never seen it, so she'd have to guide me a little.  She sent me a picture of the Tardis, this police box thing, and said she wanted it to say "Allons-y" and have stars and planets all around....That all seemed like a foreign language, but I gave it a go!

I did find some Dr. Who episodes online and actually watched the first one. You know, research. Honestly, I couldn't quite figure it out! Ashley wrote a really sweet post when she got her piggy bank in the mail. Made me blush! She's a total sweetheart.

I still don't know anything about Dr. Who, but Ashley seems to be pleased, and that's all that matters!  I love making people smile...it's my favorite!

Do you guys watch Dr. Who?  Can anyone explain it to me?

Perhaps my favorite bank....

This piggy bank was done by request a few weeks back.  I've wanted to do a bug themed one for a long time, but had never made it happen.  I am absolutely thrilled with the way it turned out!  {I think it's now my favorite!}  So stinkin' cute!

Do you have a great idea for a piggy bank theme?  I'd love to hear it! 


{if you'd like to order your own, come visit me and we'll discuss!}

Shop Update...

There are three new Piggy Bank designs in the shop!  More coming soon!

 I also have a brand new product in the works....I cannot wait to share!  

Hope you all are having a wonderful Monday.  I'm busy, busy, and getting so excited to see these peeps after work!


How's your Monday shaping up?  

Oh, and don't forget to go enter the giveaway!  Only a couple days left!

The piggy bank sty...

I bet you're expecting some bicycles and random thoughts, right?  Well, here's the thing.  I realized this morning that I haven't documented a single random thought this week.  I'm sure I've had them, but I have been so busy, I haven't written any down!  I know, I know.  Poor planning! 

So, in leiu of the usual, I thought I'd share some pictures of the chaos that is my living room/dining room right now.   It's absolutely awesome.  Loving every second!

If you've ordered something recently, you may even see it in progress!  I'm sorry for the horrible pictures...but it is what it is! 

First of all here's my little work station.  

Positioned perfectly for glancing at the tv and/or Christmas tree while painting. 

 

These were the pigs and plates from last weekend....

 

And pigs started for this week...{I love lining them all up!}

This is the greatest tower of pig boxes ever! I think it's funny. 

 I didn't even take pictures of the bowls and misc. other orders.  

And there you have it.  The piggy bank sty.

I'm looking forward settling in for a painting marathon this evening {and the rest of the weekend}.  The US postal shipping deadline is fast approaching {next Wed. for parcel post} which means I will most likely pull the plug on personalized gifts sometime this weekend.  So, if you've been waiting, you better make your move, friend!  I also will be posting a sale tomorrow on sock monkeys, and maybe even some other things in the store.  I'll do a post letting you know!  

Does your house ever look like this?  Gosh, I sure hope you guys don't think I'm a total slob...it's a working mess, at least!  

What are your plans for the weekend?  Done with your shopping yet?   I'm oh, so close!

Delilah Pig...

Remember the give away that I sponsored on Real Moms Real Views?  Well, I wanted to share with you the piggy that I painted for the winner...

Didn't it turn out cute!? 

And, it's now available as a design option in the shop. 

A pretty bicycle picture and random thoughts from the week....

via jennifer davis on Pinterest

I can't  stand having lotion on my hands, so when my hands get dry, I apply only to the back sides, avoiding my palms.

Pomegranates are back, and I'm so excited!

I'm cooking up one of the most special Christmas present ever.  It's one of those that I can't hardly wait to make and give!  Wheeeee!

I need to surround myself with more positive people.

Sometimes it feels so hard to get in time with girlfriends, but I always come way feeling happier and more motivated to be the best me I can be.  I know some incredible ladies, and I'm so thankful for them.

Lately, I've been craving beer all the time.  I've always been a beer on occasion girl, but I seriously could drink one every night lately.  I think this was sparked by the Pyramid Apricot Ale I had at Jack Stack on Jon's birthday- so good!  oh no!  I just used the "find our beer" application on their website and it says there's no vendor for their beer within 100 miles of me!  That's as far as it searches.  Just my luck.  :( There are a ton in Pueblo, CO.  {that's a hint, Dad.  just kidding...but not really.}  ;)

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It's Friday!  This week went fast, but it's been a busy one, and I'm so ready for the weekend!

I have 3 piggies to paint this weekend.  I may or may not be going to a craft show, and possibly a movie date with the hubs too.

What do you have going on this weekend?  

Also, I was thinking this morning about all of you and how you're from all over the world.  I'm curious, so if you would, leave me a quick comment saying where you're from!  It'll be fun! 

Happy Friday!

Piggies...

I'm so happy I'm not the only one.   

{Oh, and yes Dad, you did teach me better than that.  But, you also taught me to walk my bootie across the street and take care of what needs taken care of.  :)}

 And now, a little bit of business...

I just added two new piggy designs in the shop! 

Logan Flowers...

and Tools...

Get your custom painted piggy bank here.  I love coming up with designs to fit your theme.  In fact, that's where both of these came from.  Send over your ideas folks!

Have a great Tuesday!