Where have I been?

This was a one rough week.....I have been feeling under the weather... & have not been able to work on some new orders & shipments... and answer some of your sweet comments...I apologize for the delays & am back on track now... xoxoxo Laura

Special Lady...

I said a prayer for You Today and I know God must have heard.
I felt the answer in my heart Although he spoke no word.
I didn't ask for wealth or fame. I knew you wouldn't mind, I asked him to send treasures of a far more lasting kind.
I asked that he be near you at the start of each new day.
To grant you health and blessings and friends to share your way. I asked for happiness for you In all things great and small, but it was his loving care I prayed the most of all.
-author unknown

This is a piece I am working on for a special lady who comes into my shop.. She has asked me to help redo some of her rooms in her home..this piece will go in her bathroom...
Have a great Weekend!!!! xoxox Laura

Exciting News...in the studio!!!!

Congratulations to the sweet gals who will be getting my Valentine's Day giveaways!!! I am excited to send some treasures you way!!! I also wanted to say.. God is so good this past week many exciting things have happened... my life has always been feast or famine.l.. I think it's time for a feast yes!!!! Hard work does pay off..I have to wait a bit before I can share some very exciting news but for now wanted to share a peek at something I made that is a part of a one of a kind clothing collection I will be selling here at Verbena.... My designs always change according to my mood & the time of the year... My new Spring designs will be handmade, clean & soft, with a touch of homespun, organic & recycled fabrics, a bit of an a vintage, a touch of romance & lots of love!!!.. I will have everything from jewelry , bags, clothing avail to purchase March/April..

Happy Valentines's Day... and the winners are....

Greedy Nan..... Shade of Pink Velvet Rose brooch.

Debby....... Original one of a kind Olivia Rose necklace.

Sandra Lee..... French block soap with glitter Rose..

Lets connect so I can get your addys and get you your treasures!!!!!
xoxoxoo laura

It's almost here!!! last chance to post for Valentine's Day give away...

Drawing Saturday evening... winners will be announced on Saturday evening!!!!
Scroll down to Counting my Blessings... Good luck!!!

In the nest...

If I were a Birdie...
If I were a birdie I would sing you a song
And have you come play with me all day long
But now I am busy making a mess
working & creating treasures for my nest..
So come back in a while and I will sing you a song
of all sweet things I've been making all night long! xoxoxo Laura

It's freezing here in Ocala Florida record breaking tempatures.. there is no heat In the store & my little space heater is not helping... so I will be here in my cozy nest working & baking... Verbena will reopen tomorow. xoxoxo laura

In the nest.. be back soon...

Many exciting changes & projects are in the works I will be back soon to post a new... xoxoxo Laura

Verbena Sacred Treasures inspired pieces...

My hands have been busy lately making custom orders on my tassel shrine box necklace.. This necklace I created from all recycled materials down to the buttons,I am excited to say it has become a favorite after posting on my blog as well as at Verbena.. If you would like me to make one for you just e-mail me... dellaporta@cox.net xoxoxo Laura
all designs are original please respect & do not copy.. thank you...