Novel Arts and Designs

Update on Kathy

2008-08-01T20:47:00.000-07:00

My sister, Kathy, has been moved to Triumph Healthcare, where she will receive physical therapy and continue to be monitored by her doctors for her pneumonia, etc. We are hoping she will be there for three to four weeks, and then will be able to go home.

Triumph Healthcare 832-200-5500
Kathy Seabourne
off IH10 /Dell Dale Exit (Eastex Freeway-Houston)

If you would like to send her a get well card, please send it to:
Kathy Seabourne
Triumph Healthcare
15101 East Freeway
Channelview, TX 77530

Christmas In July - Etsy Sale

2008-07-20T21:38:00.000-07:00

Over 200 Etsy sellers participating.

Go to http://www.etsy.com/

Type in

Christmas in July

Wonderful Weekend With Friends

2008-07-01T19:50:00.000-07:00

This past weekend was one of the best I've ever had. We brought our friends Bob and Denise in from El Paso, and it all started out with a fun Happy Hour next door at the Laman's. Nine of us decided to walk several blocks down the street to have Thai food at a little local restaurant (Subsins-Manchaca Rd.) Great food, great company.

Saturday morning we got up early and the girls all went garage sale hunting. I got a small oriental rug for my bedroom for 3.00. It was a great bargain, and I was very excited. We then went to breakfast with Ruthann's brother John, and a few of us got to ride in his convertible Mini-Cooper.

Saturday afternoon we went to Mandola's in Driftwood. We started out by taking a winery tour, which ended in the wine tasting room. We then had an incredible dinner next door at Mandola's Italian Restaurant. After that, seven of us drove to Barton Springs and went swimming. We then walked over to the Zilker Hillside Theatre and watched Beauty and the Beast. It was a great production. The symphony played and the costumes were elaborate and fun. What a wonderful night.

Sunday morning, some of our group were able to make it to Chez Z for breakfast, where they encountered our friend Betsy (Doodlebug the clown) - working and I'm told it was a wonderful time. Alan and I were just too tired from Friday and Saturday. I then had to go to work for five hours. After work, I met up with my hubby at Barbara and Joe's for dinner. Dinner was incredible, and it was a fun party. There were about 20 people there. Barbara and Joe had the house and backyard looking great.

It was so nice to see Bob and Denise, and I think it was one of the most fun-filled, action packed weekends I've ever had. Barbara made up most of the plans, and they worked out great.

Stella Father's Day 2008

2008-06-16T20:45:00.001-07:00

Stella 9 mos

June 16 - Monday-Boot's Off!!!!!!

2008-06-16T20:26:00.000-07:00

Finally. I went back to the dr. today and she said I can finally take the boot off. Alan said I should throw it away. I'll wait a few days, then I'll have a burn the boot party! You are all welcome.

Back to work for 4 hours a day at full capacity. I'm so excited to be out of that boot, work seems like a joy. It's going to take a few days of standing for four hours to get used to it, but my doctor says the goal is pain free walking. I agree wholeheartedly.

So we went to Dallas and saw little Stella Saturday. She is growing so fast. She cut her first tooth (upper) and she is crawling, climbing and she is just the most beautiful thing I've ever seen. She (like many other children and animals) is crazy about Alan. He hung out with her Saturday night when her tooth hurt and she couldn't get to sleep, and he was the first one to get her the next morning. When we got ready to leave, Alan handed her over to Jonna, but Stella grabbed for Alan and showed let her mom know she wasn't too happy.

Ok-that's it for today. Happy to be out of the boot.

Saturday-June 7

2008-06-07T22:25:00.000-07:00

Well, the foot is still not at 100 percent. My husband, Alan, thinks it is more like 60 percent right now. The physical therapist still has me in the walking boot, as my gait is not very pretty without it. She says walking all wrong could damage other areas, such as my knee, hip, or back. She really seems to know what she is talking about, so I am listening to her. She has got me doing a few exercises every day, but I have been unable to see her since Wed. My workman's comp hasn't authorized the visits as yet. I have another visit set up for Monday-but we won't know until Monday morning if its approved. If not, then it will be on Wed. She and I both agree that having to wait like this and keep my foot in the boot is just setting me back.

So-I'm a little frustrated that I haven't had more progress in week 10. Wow, its been a long time.

To be normal again, to walk in shoes. Walk the dog. Ride my bike. Can't wait.

This is not just a whinefest. I'm grateful to be off the crutches and out of the cast. I can get around much better in the boot.

Laurie

Etsy Sales

2008-06-04T08:02:00.000-07:00

June 4th

Wow-I woke up this morning to another sale. That's 3 for June so far, and I'm up to 56 sales. It's very exciting.

Here are a few other items from my store.

Back to Work - Slowly

2008-06-03T20:47:00.000-07:00

June 3rd

So I went back to work two days ago. I'm limited to 4 hours a day, and I'm only allowed to stand out at the ticket counter for 30 minutes of the 4 hours. I help out in the baggage office, and do our cash deposit at the end of the evening. Basically-busy work.

It has been wonderful to be back and see all my friends and colleagues. Though I had a lot of love and support from all my friends, it is nice to be back to work where I can see them all on a daily basis.

Tomorrow I get evaluated for physical therapy, and the sooner that can get going, the better for me. I'm ready to get my foot back in a shoe, and be able to walk comfortably.

It would be wonderful to take Radar for a walk. It is so sad when I walk outside and she comes up to me and nudges me with her nose, then turns her face to a leash which hangs off a shelf, and noses that next (as if to say, "Come on mom, let's go for a walk").

One exciting event that's happening for me this week-I'm going with 2 other girlfriends on Friday afternoon to see Sex and the City. It's going to be a wonderful movie, I just knowit.

OK-one more thing-I'm promoting my sister-in-law's new etsy store. Check her items out at
http://www.wildfiredesign.etsy.com

Goodnight.

Cast is Off

2008-05-08T16:03:00.000-07:00

After six long weeks, the cast came off today. I am still unable to put weight on my entire foot, so I'm still on crutches. Have scheduled an MRI to see if there is a problem, or if I just have a really tight achilles from the cast. Hopefully there is nothing wrong, and I can just get my foot back to normal and walk.

Here are a couple of pictures-it is not very pretty right now. This is right after the cast came off-before the shower.

Now that I've shaved my leg and cleaned it all up and put some lotion on - it feels a little better.

2008-04-29T20:32:00.000-07:00

Feel free to add yourself to the Cbox..

Laurie
Novel Arts and Designs
http://www.novelartsanddesigns.etsy.com/

2008-04-29T20:17:00.000-07:00

Some current items in my store:

April update

2008-04-29T19:35:00.000-07:00

Well, breaking my ankle has been no fun. This is my 5th week in a cast, and I'm ready for it to come off.

I've been hanging out at home, making lots of jewelry, reading and watching lots of movies. You would think being off work for 6-8 weeks would be great, but I can't believe how bored I've been and it has honestly been depressing. But luckily, I'm on the mend and its coming to the end of my isolation.

Jonna and Stella came today (TuesdayApril 29th) and we've been hanging out in the backyard. We gave Stella her bath outside this afternoon. She was in heaven.

2008-03-04T21:10:00.000-08:00

Its already March

2008-03-04T21:05:00.000-08:00

Wow, its already March. This year is just flying by. We had a vacation in February, and saw little Stella Bella for 3 nights.

This weekend we babysat for little Reese and Atticus. I'll post some great pictures of Atticus imitating Radar.

Jason and his girlfriend Casey had a baby last week. Dante Alexander Delaney Seabourne. Wow-all my nephews are having babies.

Stella at Christmas

2008-01-04T17:33:00.001-08:00

Travels

2008-01-04T17:27:00.001-08:00

http://www.travbuddy.com/widget_map_display.php?id=2204299

Acknowledge Me - December 1st-Saturday

2007-11-22T13:26:00.000-08:00

Come join us at 8pm on Saturday December 1st

Scoot Inn

East 4th St

Handcrafted Artisans

Music

Food

8pm-late

Here's the link:
http://www.acknowledge-me.com/

What Kind of Flower Are You?

2007-11-19T21:14:00.001-08:00

Take the quiz to the right. I'm a snapdragon. Post your answers here.

Laurie

jewelry marketing november 19th

2007-11-19T00:21:00.001-08:00

Here is a great blog for free advertising/marketing for jewelry:

http://www.jewelry-marketing.com/

Check out my Guestbook!

2007-11-17T21:18:00.001-08:00

Stella at 10 weeks

2007-11-17T11:36:00.000-08:00

Here's a new pic of little Stella:

- Jonna Stout

Photographer

Saturday, November 17th

2007-11-17T11:30:00.000-08:00

Haven't posted in a week or so.

It has been a pretty tough week.

My uncle died last Friday.

His memorial service is this afternoon, in

LaGuna Hills, CA.

Bill Tankersley

http://www.newopt.com/memorybook.aspx?memorybookid=39#mbContentColumn

Our thoughts and prayers are there today,

with Aunt Barbara, Andy, Dave, Rhonda

and all the Tankersley family.

Love to all.

Laurie & Alan

2007-11-09T09:19:00.000-08:00

Here's the birthday girl .. Laura - 40 on November 11th.

Happy Birthday my friend!

This Busy Life

2007-11-09T09:16:00.000-08:00

Well, last weekend went very well. Busy, but productive. The wedding was beautiful, and of course being in Dallas with Jonna, Craig and little Stella was just awesome.

OK, now this weekend. I have to get busy. I have to get ready for my booth on Sunday at FeistyFest.. and also get this party started. Laura's 40th - my house-tommorrow night. Everyone dresses in black.

I hope I can get it all done. I had better stop writing and get to work.

2007-11-02T21:28:00.000-07:00

Also-I know I haven't put all my animals on here yet. Here are a few more of my babies.

Friday Night-Exhausted

2007-11-02T21:21:00.000-07:00

It's Friday night about 1130 pm - and I am freaking exhausted. Not to say I've had a bad day; I shopped, had lunch with the girls, got my haircut, shopped some more, then went to dinner with my nephew Trevor (way up in Round Rock in 7pm traffic). I feel like I could just fall asleep in this chair.

Oh, now I have to go pack for our trip to Dallas in the morning. Maybe I can sleep on the way.

So, that's all I have for tonight.

PS-This is Atticus..I feel he has not been properly represnted here. Stella was stealing the show. I thought I should give everyone the opportunity to see this little guy - my great nephew. Atticus James Wood. CUTE!

Feisty Fest

2007-11-01T09:14:00.000-07:00

Here's the information on Feisty Fest.

http://www.rg4n.org

November -Wow How Time Flies.

2007-11-01T08:59:00.000-07:00

Wow, its November already. I can't believe how time flies. It's so busy here, I can't keep up. This weekend I'm going to dinner with Trevor, Wes, Megan and little Atticus (nephews, wife, great nephew). Saturday we are on the road from Austin to Dallas to see Jonna, Miss Stella and Craig (pictured here-daughter and grandbaby Stella), but just until Sunday morning. Then its back to Austin for our friends Karen and Danny's wedding.

Next weekend, giving a party for our good friend Laura's 40th. Very exciting fun planned.

Sunday, I've been invited to participated in a festival to protest against a large WalMart being built in our city (Northcross Mall). I will post the flyer here in case any Austinites can make it.

All in all, an exciting beginning to November.

Hi There - October 30 - Tues

2007-10-30T21:02:00.001-07:00

OK-my 2nd attempt at working on this blog. It's getting easier to add pics..

Hi There!

2007-10-14T18:56:00.000-07:00

This is getting a little easier. I still don't know how to post pictures very well, or make this blog look exactly like I want it to, but I'll get there.

It's Sunday night, and I must get ready for work at the REAL JOB tommorrow.

2007-10-11T01:08:00.000-07:00

Check this out:

http://www.etsyforanimals.com

2007-10-10T23:55:00.001-07:00

check out

http://www.novelartsanddesigns.etsy.com

Welcome to Novel Arts and Designs - Laurie's Blog

2007-10-10T23:36:00.000-07:00

October 11, 2007

Hi. I'm Laurie, and this is my first post on my blog. How exciting.

Well, a little about me. I'm the artisan behind Novel Arts and Designs. I've been making beaded jewelry now for four or five years. It's become a passion. It would be wonderful if it became a little more lucrative for me, but until then, it relaxes me and makes me happy. I'll keep working on the lucrative part, it will come.