The Phantom Moon

Secret Agent Josephine in print

I'm a big fan of Brenda Ponnay (aka Secret Agent Josephine) and was so excited when she announced that she released two children's books in paperback and e-book format.  

If you don't know about Brenda, she's an awesome artist, mother and blogger and I've always loved the illustrations she creates and shares on her blog: Secret Agent Josephine.  So far she's released Secret Agent Josephine's ABC's and Secret Agent Josephine's Colors.  

I'm still undecided on whether I'd like a copy of these cuties in paperback or e-book (that is, if I can convince the hubby we really need a Nook or IPad of sorts though I don't think *that's* gonna happen, lol!).

Here are some screen shots from Amazon of SAJ's ABC's and Colors books:

Her third book, Secret Agent Josephine's Numbers is scheduled to be released November 14th and to celebrate, SAJ will be going on a virtual book tour across various blogs on the internet.  

I did try and score an interview but alas, there were 26 spots (I believe she's having a letter themed game that will be fun to follow) and I didn't get to snag one.  That'll teach me for not emailing my name in time and instead playing another silly little internet game that is oh so addicting but totally time draining (yes, I'm talking to you Zombie Lane).

So anyway, take a peek at SAJ's blog and follow her book tour for some free downloadable goodies.  And if you aren't undecided like me, buy one or all of her fantastically illustrated books in paperback or for your e-book!  They'd also make great Christmas gifts for the pint sized little ones in your family too!

Note: All photos of SAJ's books were copied from Amazon.com where you can buy SAJ's books and are the property of SAJ and Amazon.

My Milk Toof

I had to share this with you today.  It's seriously the cutest thing I've seen in a long time and I can't wait to get my hot little hands on this book.  I know it'll fit perfectly into our little library for sure.

 

My Milk Toof was created by artist Inhae Renee Lee and you can read more about her Toofy adventures at her blog.  This is perfect timing since BB is 4 years old before you know it, her baby teeth (or milk teeth) will be falling out and the Tooth Fairy will be making an appearance.  I don't think this Tooth Fairy is stealthy enough to sneak in and out of her bedroom, switch out teeth for money and sneak back out undetected, so I will be definitely making her a crafty option that can hang on her door.   Stay tuned.  In the meantime, visit Inahe's blog and soak up this toofy goodness.

Birds on the Brain

As you know, I enjoy the swaps I've joined on Sawp-Bot even though some of them have given me a migraine as I try and think up something original. 

The latest swap I'm in requires me to make a Felt Crown.  And not just any felt crown, this baby has to be inspired by a Children's Book!  Easy Peasy, right?  Well, as luck would have it my partner is the host of the swap and super duper talented.  She's also embarked on her own personal challenge of making her own set of Felt Crowns - one a week for 3 months.  How awesome is that?  But for me - Eek!  What to do?  I emailed her and ask her what she'd like and she pretty much told me I had free rein and to make what i'd like, she's ok with dups.

So after my blood pressure returned to a normal state (I hate disappointing people) I decided that I'd make her a crown after one of my favorite books as a child - Tico and the Golden Wings by Leo Lionni!

I've been inspired so much by birds lately that it only naturally translated into this craft as well.  And let me tell you, he's been coming out beautifully if I may say so myself! 

I'm still stumped on how I'm going to finish it but creating is always so organic so i'm sure everything will flow together in the end.

The finished crown needs to be in the mail by next Thursday so I better get back to work ...