Thursday, June 24, 2010

Sugared Plums



Hold the phones! Stop the presses! Put down that chocolate shake!

We have something that will make the sugared plums truly dance in your head!
We're talking about feathering your nest, Flora style!

Becky Flora is one of those mom's who seems to always have a creative idea up her sleeve. Her kids always look oh-so-fabulous (and she shops at thrift stores!) and as if wrangling two kiddos, remodeling her family home and volunteering her time with local youth activities doesn't keep her busy enough, this super mom has pulled another creative move and we are sooo excited to share it with you!

First, let's adore her family for a moment...








I'm sure that we can all agree that Becky's creativity was poured into her children. Have you ever seen a better looking family? Well done Becky and Josh!

Back to feathering your nursery or nest...

Becky attended a "no gifts" birthday party for a child and coming from a home filled with toys, she best understood the "please don't fill my house with plastic, noisy stuff" plea. But, ever the thoughtful gal that she is, Becky wanted to gift the little one's momma with something special. After all, it was labor day and just three years previous, that momma was working VERY hard to bring her baby into the world.

With Ellie Cate (5) and Ben (2), Becky TOTALLY understands the labor of love and she poured that same love into the special gift for her friend...a plaque with a picture and a quote.

But not just ANY picture, and not just ANY quote.
Becky picked things that were special to the family and before she could blink, she had orders coming in like crazy! A thoughtful gift for a friend is turning into a loving and very special gift of a lifetime for so many families. How neat is that?!


Here are examples of Becky's work...




Hey, it's us!


Inspiring, right? We think so too!
We are so excited to find the perfect spot in our home for our plaque!

Have you figured out a spot in your nest yet? How about in your nursery?
Becky takes custom orders and makes her plaques to your liking - colors, quotes, pictures and all! Not feeling very creative? Having a hard time deciding on the style you want? Don't worry! Becky will help you every step of the way. You can even order an already made plaque, with your own goods on it.

Your walls will be so happy!

Becky takes each project very personally...

"Many of my customers give me the 'back story' on their quote or picture so I feel personally connected to each one. As I am working on it, I am thinking about their love for the spouses, kids, fiances, etc."


...so you know that she pours her heart into every plaque, making it so very special and unique!

Grab a tissue, wipe away your tears of joy (FINALLY! A gift that everyone will like!) and point your clicker over to Becky's online store:


www.thesugaredplums.etsy.com


Impressed by Becky's ability to balance it all? Wondering how to keep your creative juices flowing without falling behind on life's happenings..you know, like laundry and diapers. Becky offers her advice:


"Don't ever stop creating. If being creative is something you like to do.... find time in your super busy, over scheduled, sometimes draining day to make it happen. Carve out a little part of your day to just sit and let your hands and mind work together to make something special"

And there you have it - great advice from a great gal!

Because her plaques are all about the fun and funky, touching and lovely quotes and moments, we asked Becky to share her favorite quote of the week and of course,
it comes from her little guy, Ben.



“Hey where did my cracker go? Oh yeah, I eat it in my mouth.”









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