Making a Fresh Start

Greetings! 

I've missed it here! 





PatinaMoon, 

my little relaxing place to share and be inspired by other makers, artists, 

and friends alike.




I've become a bit more obsessed with crochet over the past year and so I've decided to open 



One of things I love best about having an online shop is photographing the items I make. 

My creative process continues to center around photography and finding

new and fun ways to showcase the items I make.




My shop is a little sparse right now after the holiday orders, but I hope you'll

stay tuned as I work on some additional items that I think you will enjoy! 




So,  today I am making a Fresh Start here on my blog and hope

you'll join me as I share my new creative endeavors! 




Becca 

Comments

Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces said…
So nice to see you here, Becca! You make such lovely items...I love the hat I bought over at your etsy shop...and I always love your beautiful photos! Wishing you a happy 2017!
December 28, 2016 at 10:17 PM
Unknown said…
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful talents. It is always lovely to see your latest handmade masterpiece or snapshot of your beautiful part of the world. I look forward to wearing my infinity scarves and adding some more gorgeous additions from your Etsy store. May 2017 hold wonderful moments, joy and happiness for you and yours
December 29, 2016 at 1:57 AM
Sylvia/LittleTreasures said…
Welcome back, have missed your blogging. Have enjoyed your lovely photos and wish you much success with your Etsy shop. I visited and you have lovely yarns and labeling. Wishing you and yours a very Happy New Year in 2017, good health and fun times.
December 29, 2016 at 3:55 AM
Cynthia Schelzig said…
Nice to see you post ....Lovely items you create. I was away from blogging for over a year and a half....so yes, welcome back!!! I hope to blog again in 2017.....here is to fresh starts for sure:)
December 29, 2016 at 4:51 AM
Unknown said…
Great to see you here again...best of luck with Etsy & 2017.
December 29, 2016 at 5:00 AM
Tammy@T's Daily Treasures said…
Woohoo! You FINALLY posted. I do hope you will hang out here a little more often. Your crochet work and photography is always fabulous. Happy almost new year! :)
December 29, 2016 at 10:16 AM
Judy S. said…
Glad to see you back on your blog! Hope to see you in person soon.
December 29, 2016 at 10:23 AM
Unknown said…
I am SO glad to see you back here, Becca, and all of your work is just beautiful!
December 29, 2016 at 1:49 PM
Anonymous said…
Love your photos and your work too, you are so multitalented. Glad you popped back in. Happy New Year. xox
December 31, 2016 at 9:28 AM
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