SALVAGED WHIMSY: '

I'm hoping my booth gets a little more love this month--

January was a tough month for the ol' booth. I didn't even make enough to cover the rent. But after the holidays, who's in the mood to buy a dresser?

Even so, I'm pretty excited about my new booth space - the carpet color is more neutral, and like I mentioned before, it's near the cash register and the front door.

I was expecting February to start slow...

...and my expectations have not failed me. I've made $5 so far.

Those of you with booth or retail experience...do things slow down for you this time of year?

When does it typically turn around?

I printed some of the lovely free Valentine's printables I've found around blog-land to add a little love to my space.

Hopefully, they inspire someone to buy a lovely green farm table for his/her Valentine...or, perhaps a coffee table?

It may not fit in a heart-shaped box or taste like chocolate...but it's the gift that keeps on giving. Or something like that.

I've been so busy making wreaths lately, that I haven't had much time to work on items for my booth...or, um, my blog.

And then there's my one-handed husband - who is supposed to get his stitches out today! (I'm secretly hoping he'll be able to change diapers soon!!)

I miss linking up to parties every day and seeing all the new ideas, visiting other blogs, and just blogging in general. (I do manage to eke out a couple minutes to check out Pinterest - as I am obsessed...it's becoming a problem :)

To top all of this off - there's talk around these parts (blogland), that Google Friends Connect (the thingy on the sidebar that keeps track of followers) is being to restricted to Blogger Members only as of 3/1/12? And, eventually, it will be gone for good? Huh?

If you're currently a follower of my blog, or would like to be (why, hello there - how you doin', hot pants?)...will you pretty please be so kind as to become a Linky Follower of my blog too? It's over on the right side, directly above my Google Friend Connect area. If that's not enough begging for you...all the cool kids are doing it. That should persuade you if nothing else does...just sayin'.
Please let me know so I can return the favor.

(If you need help with any of the Linky Follower stuff, please let me know, and I'll be happy to help in any way I can...it's new, but it's really easy to add to your blog.)

I am up to my eyeballs in paper flowers, so I must be off to create!!

When I have a chance, I'll try to stop by some of these parties for a ~~cocktail~~ little inspiration:

MONDAY:

Sumo's Sweet Stuff

The Girl Creative

Boogieboard Cottage
C.R.A.F.T.
Kristen's Junk Drawer
DIY Home Sweet Home
Thrifty Decor Chick (1st Monday of Each Month)
The Gunny Sack
Ask Anna

TUESDAY:

Home Stories A2Z
Tip Junkie
Sugar Bee Crafts

Coastal Charm
Rook No. 17

Homework
At Home With K
My UnCommon Slice of Suburbia
Kammy's Korner (Trash to Treasure)
Cherished Bliss
Ruby Jean
The Farmhouse Porch

WEDNESDAY:

Restore Interiors