New Yarn Choices

I just created photo albums in my Picasa online album with all my yarn choices! I have many colors and yarn types (acrylic, polyester, chenille, & more!)

Just click these links to see my current yarn selection:

Yarn - Multi Color

Yarn - Solid Colors

You can also go to http://picasaweb.google.com/4briannesbasics to see pictures of my current projects!

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Crochet Bow Headbands!

I just made a few crochet bow headbands. Here's my daughter modeling them for me :-)

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Brianne's Basics Now Sold In A Local Boutique!

I have a very exciting announcement! Brianne's Basics crochet items are now being sold in Kidz Head 2 Toe! Kidz Head 2 Toe is a local Long Beach kid's resale boutique.

We are a family owned children's resale boutique. Our goal is to be an enviromentally friendly resource to the local community by selling gently used Name Brand children's clothing and products at prices you can afford. We also feature new unique products from local crafters!

Currently we have our Crochet Hairbows being sold in the store! We'll be expanding soon to include headbands, clips, flowers, beanies, and more.

A large portion of our profits will be used to make beanies for the troops. So stop in and check out their amazing store, and get your hairbows too!

You can find their store at 5467 E Carson Street in Long Beach, CA 90808. Their phone number is (562) 627-5438. Be sure to "like" their Facebook page as well!

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Models Needed!

I'm in search of a few "models" to model my bows, headbands, beanies and flowers. I'm looking for kids, girls (all products) and boys (beanies only). If your daughter has an 18 inch doll (American Girl, etc.), even better!

In exchange for pictures, you get to keep the product, plus coupons for future purchases. If you're interested, please email me at 4briannesbasics@gmail.com or message me at www.facebook.com/BriannesBasics

Thank you!

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Coffee Cozies!

Coffee cozies are an eco friendly and fun way to keep your drinks hot or cold (and protect your hands!). Available in a variety of colors and designs!

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Dolls!

I made this crochet doll for a friend. She has a very cute graphics line and wanted to see what a doll might look like. We both agreed, she turned out so adorable! You may see these dollies for sale online very soon...

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Hand Sanitizer Holders

If you're a mom like me, you use hand sanitizers quite often! You're always using sanitizers on hands, carts, toys, and more. Why not combine fashion and cleanliness with these adorable hand sanitizer holders! Comes with the hand sanitizer as well. You choose the yarn and button color.

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Sign Up For My Newsletter!

I now have a weekly newsletter, My Work Of Heart. It'll detail all of our charity work, His And Her Secrets, Brianne's Basics, Mikk's Kid Krusaders, Inspired Grace and so much more!

From time to time I'll even include coupons and FREEBIES!

How do you sign up?
#1 Connect with me on Google Friend Connect at MyWorkOfHeart.net
#2 Sign up at http://bit.ly/MyWorkOfHeart

I'll be sending out 1-2 newsletters per week, depending on what's going on. Your email will ALWAYS remain private!

THANKS!

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OSCAR VIEWING PARTY THIS SUNDAY!

I'm incredibly excited to announce that BRIANNE'S BASICS and HIS AND HER SECRETS will be at the Long Beach Cinematheque Oscar Viewing Party on Sunday!

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Join us at this year's OSCAR VIEWING PARTY!

This Sunday, February 27, 2011
Red Carpet Pre-show @ 3:30pm
Awards @ 5:00pm

Yankee Doodles Restaurant and Bar
4100 East Ocean Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90803
(562) 439-9777

"And the Award for Best Picture goes to…”
What better way to take in the big show than by joining Long Beach cinema lovers over food, drinks, and more at Yankee Doodles’ expansive and newly renovated venue on the California coast?

Long Beach Cinematheque will be hosting a live viewing event of Hollywood’s biggest night, including giveaways, contests, and surprises! We’ll have nomination ballots on hand – prizes will be given away to our most accurate award predictors! Get a head start – click here to print out your own ballot!

BRING THE KIDS! – Yankee Doodles has a new expanded arcade, featuring over a dozen video and carnival-type games! Although Yankee Doodles does serve drinks, all ages are welcome!

$10 suggested donation. All donors will be automatically entered into a raffle to win a fantastic prize pack, which includes five of this year’s Academy Award nominated films on DVD! More prizes and event details to be announced as the big night draws nearer - stay tuned!

All proceeds will support Long Beach Cinematheque, a 501(c)(3) non-profit community organization, and our ongoing mission to provide quality and eclectic cinematic, arts, and multimedia programs to the Long Beach community, including this summer’s weekly series of FREE CLASSICS on the beach!

Please help us continue to provide screenings and charitable events to our community by joining the Long Beach Cinematheque!

Your membership truly makes you an active part of Long Beach's vibrant and growing arts community, and a cherished member of our family of film and arts enthusiasts. Business sponsorships are also a wonderful and mutually rewarding way of helping to keep our events afloat - ask us how you can advertise your brand, event, or services at a Long Beach Cinematheque event or series!

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Beanies For Lia's Kibbies

Yesterday I was introduced to an amazing charity, one born of love and loss. My friend Ms. MommyLebron (http://mommylebron.wordpress.com) tweeted me about Lia's Kibbies (http://liaskibbies.blogspot.com)

About Lia's Kibbies: "My husband and I lost our daughter due to preterm labor on November 16th, 2010. We grieve her loss, but also hold our hope in the God that now holds her in His arms. A great comfort for us has been the small afghan made by someone and donated to the hospital for new babies. Lia is our daughters nickname, and when I was little, blankets were "kibbies" instead of covers. So the project Lia's Kibbies was born!"

I have felt the loss of an unborn child twice in my life. I do feel her pain, literally. And I absolutely love what she's doing. They donate blankets and beanies to the NICU.

Everyone knows I make/sell beanies, then use the sales to make beanies for the troops. So I have decided to help Lia's Kibbies.

Now, for every kid beanie we sell, I'm using the sales & purchasing yarn to make beanies for Lia's Kibbies. One skein can make 6-8 baby beanies.

If you have a child in your life, please consider purchasing a kid's beanie. They make great gifts.

Thank you for your continued support!

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INTRODUCING... Brianne's Bouquets!

I'd like to introduce you to something very unique, beautiful, and from the heart.

On Sunday, I was at a Bridal Show at Skylinks. There were two florists there, who made gorgeous floral arrangements. I smiled, thinking back to my own wedding. And also got a bit sad, thinking how I wished I could've kept my bouquet, or at the very least one flower.

And that's how the idea of Brianne's Bouquets was born.

Brianne's Bouquets are special event keepsakes, for weddings, proms, graduations, Valentine's Day, etc.

The bouquets include two handmade crochet roses, in your color choice. Each rose is on a mini stake, suitable to place in your bouquet. Or we can work with you to make them into a corsage, or perhaps a pin. You also receive a small clay pot, with accent leaves and an embellishment on the front of the clay pot.

You choose the colors for your special event. Add mini roses in your children's favorite colors. Other embellishments are also available, such as a mini frame to carry a memory of your loved one.

There are three sizes available. Small roses measure 2 inches tall. Medium roses measure 3 inches tall. Large roses measure 3.5 inches tall.

These special event keepsakes are very affordably priced, ranging from $15-30.

Brianne's Bouquets will be on sale in our etsy store, on Facebook, or at our FB fan page.

If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at briannesbouquets {at} gmail {dot} com

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If you're here via the Golden Globes... WELCOME

Thanks for stopping by my website! The basics of what we do: we're a 100% PIF store. We make and sell handmade craft items, and donate 100% of our sales to various charities and events.

This is a labor of love, by my entire family. I'm Heather, the crafter and owner. My husband Ryan helps with shipping. And quite often my mom purchases the supplies.

Our current big items are "Brianne's Beanies" and Awareness Flowers/Hearts. We've also started making crochet ribbons!

100% of every beanie sale goes to purchase more skeins of yarn. Then, each skein makes 2-3 scarves or beanies for the troops and for chemo caps.

If you have any questions, want to place an order, etc., please feel free to email me at 4briannesbasics {at} gmail {dot} com

Thank you so much for stopping by, and thank you for your support!

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Golden Globes!

So it's official! Our crochet hearts & flowers are going to the Golden Globes as well! I'm just in shock and awe. And stressed bc now I have tons of hearts and flowers to make LOL

We were already accepted for Sundance Film Festival, as part of the indiExhibit. And now we can add Golden Globes to that list!

All it takes is one person, one shop owner to see my charity items and say "Hey, I'd love to have them in our store!" Just one. And from there, we can do so so SO many more positive things for Operation Gratitude.

If you're a shop owner and can help us out, PLEASE email me at 4briannesbasics@gmail.com to see what we can arrange!

THANK YOU FOR THE SUPPORT!

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Special Order For Tabitha

I created this beanie for Tabitha, & her response was overwhelmingly positive: "It's perfect!"

This was a special order beanie, and the cost was $6, free shipping. Not bad at all!

Ordering your personalized beanie is quick & easy! Just email me at 4briannesbasics@gmail.com and let me know your color choices (up to 3 colors, 2 for the beanie and 1 for the flower). I will send you an invoice. Once it's paid, the beanie is then made and shipped, all within 3 days!

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JANUARY Pre-Sundance Specials!

I'm having a few specials for January :-)

#1 Purchase any beanie for you, get one FREE for your soldier! It will even be sent to your soldier free of charge.
#2 Purchase any 3 Awareness Flowers for $5
#3 Buy one beanie, get the second half off!

With each beanie purchase, I purchase skeins of yarn. I then label them with the customer's name. Once those beanies are made and a "Handmade By" tag is attached, I'm adding the customer's name as a sponsor. Then I'm sending the customer/sponsor a photo of all their sponsored beanies :-)

Just message me for more info :-)

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Brianne's Basics Is Going To Sundance!!

I received some amazing news yesterday. Absolutely exciting and amazing news!

Thanks to the amazing Shannon from Lollipop Labs, Brianne's Basics is going to Sundance Film Festival!

Our Crochet Awareness Flowers will be in the gift bags at the Sundance Gifting Suite. We're also sending a few beanies that celebrities will be trying on and taking pictures with.

Every cent of our Crochet Awareness Flower and Brianne's Beanies sales goes to purchase more yarn. In turn, we make more scarves and beanies for the troops to donate to Operation Gratitude.

Having our items in the Sundance Gift Bags will be a HUGE opportunity for us! Naturally I'll be posting plenty of pictures when I receive them.

Remember, I do take custom orders! And as always, thank you for your support!

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SPECIAL!

Anyone who commits to purchasing a beanie before January 1 will get an Awareness Flower free PLUS a gift certificate! No limit, & remember 100% of all sales go to making more scarves & beanies for the troops!

Thank you for your support!

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Kid's Beanies In Stock

I have a cute selection of adult beanies for sale!

Premade kid's beanies are only $5, plus FREE shipping.

100% of every beanie sale goes to purchase more skeins of yarn. Then, each skein makes 2-3 scarves or beanies for the troops and for chemo caps.

For more information, please contact me at 4briannesbasics {at} gmail {dot} com



I also make themed beanies. Patriotic, holidays, Disney, etc.

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Adult Beanies In Stock

I have a cute selection of adult beanies for sale!

Premade adult beanies are only $5, plus FREE shipping.

100% of every beanie sale goes to purchase more skeins of yarn. Then, each skein makes 2-3 scarves or beanies for the troops and for chemo caps.

For more information, please contact me at 4briannesbasics {at} gmail {dot} com



I also make themed beanies. Patriotic, holidays, Disney, etc.

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Brianne's Beanies Now On Sale!

Now on sale... Brianne's Beanies! 100% of every beanie sale goes to purchase more skeins of yarn. Then, each skein makes 2-3 scarves or beanies for the troops and for chemo caps.

I have a goal of 100 items for Operation Gratitude next year. This is one way to help me achieve that. For every beanie sold, I can purchase another skein of yarn. In turn, that will make 2-3 scarves or beanies for Operation Gratitude and hats for Knots Of Love.

Adult beanies are only $5, and kid beanies are $4. Specialty beanies such as Mickey, Pooh bear, patriotic, and holidays are $6 and $5.

PLUS, for those who order their beanies this weekend, shipping is FREE!
To purchase your beanie, please email me at 4briannesbasics {at} gmail {dot} com. Thank you for your support!

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MIA

Whew! It's been a tough couple of months! But things are finally calming down and we're getting ready for the new year. We have quite a few things planned. Keep an eye out for a new promotion announcement this week!

And as always, thank you so much for your support!

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We're Participating In "Walk For Hope" Oct 16

Very exciting news! Brianne's Basics is participating in the Walk For Hope, hosted by Be The Cause.

What is this event about?
The Walk for Hope is a reminder of the things that matter most in life. The purpose of the entire event is to spread more love in the world. The entire 3.5 kilometer route (2.2 miles) is decorated with inspiring quotes, all of them hand-made. You can also expect to find activity stations along the walk route.

The Walk for Hope is free, there is no registration fee. The entire Walk for Hope is our gift to the community.

Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Location: El Dorado Park
Address: 7550 East Spring Street, Long Beach, CA
Map: http://is.gd/cGoeU

Parking: $7 charged by El Dorado Park.

Brianne's Basics will be out there, promoting our mission and items. We'll also have information on Friends Like Us, Bears On Patrol, our Mikk's Kid Krusaders Operation Gratitude Drive, our Doodlekins Fundraiser, and SO much more!

Bring your change and troop support items! Come out and say hi! Donate an item and get a free gift!

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Mikk's Kid Krusader Operation Gratitude Drive

I am so proud to announce that Mikk's Kid Krusaders is coordinating a "Treats For Troops" drive for Operation Gratitude.

Our drive will consist of (2) parts:

1. Collection Drive

2. Fundraiser

Here are some details. Need more? Just email us at mikkskidkrusaders {at} gmail {dot} com OR leave a comment here!

PART 1: COLLECTION DRIVE We plan on holding a big collection drive. Hopefully we'll be working with a bunch of local businesses to set up collection boxes throughout Lakewood and Long Beach. You can also send us your donations via postal mail. As we get locations, we'll let you know!

JUST ANNOUNCED:

Averyboo Arts has agreed to let us have a table in front of their store for the First Fridays LB Event! THANK YOU to Averyboo Arts!

Wish List:

* Knit Hats, Scarves, Gloves, Neck Gators (see directions links below or here: Scarves)

* Beanie Babies, Webkinz, Trolls or other Small Plush Toys

* Halloween Candy

* White Socks

* Energy Bars, Beef Jerky

* Commercially sealed Lip Balm, toothpaste, toothbrushes, roll-on deodorant

* Computer Flash Drives, DVDs and CDs, Video Games

* Headsets (earpiece and microphone) and WebCams

* Prepaid Phone Cards

* Travel Size Board Games, Novelty Items, Yo-Yos, etc.

* Bandana Coolers/Cool-Ties, Battery Operated Fans

* Screenprinted T-shirts, Baseball Style Caps

HANDMADE ITEMS:

* Knit or Crochet Scarves (5-7" Wide, 45-50" long)

* Hand-made Greeting Cards: We welcome hand-made cards with your personal message on them or cards that are blank that the troops can use to write to their loved ones (or to you!)

* Written letters of appreciation

PART 2: FUNDRAISER!We'll be selling a variety of items.

Crochet flowers: $2

Granny square scarves: $5

We're also running a DOODLEKINS Fundraiser!

HOW CAN YOU HELP?
1. Donate items!

2. Purchase any of our fundraiser items.

3. SPREAD THE WORD!

4. Own a business? Let us set up a collection box!

ABOUT: Operation Gratitude is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, volunteer-based organization that sends care packages to individually named troops deployed overseas. We hold two campaigns each year: A Patriotic Drive in the spring, and a Holiday Drive in the fall-winter. We expect to send at least 100,000 care packages per year between the two campaigns. We accept donations of items for the Patriotic Packages from March 1 through May 5, and for the Holiday Drive from September 8 through December 5. We accept letters year-round.

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Kids Craft Corner: Sunday October 3

It's that time! Kids Craft Corner is back at the LB Sunday Market, http://www.longbeachsundaymarket.com ! And it's time for our Halloween Happening :-)

We'll have plenty to choose from: ghost picture frames, bookmarks, pirate/rock star dogtags, & princess frames. All crafts are only $1!

PLUS we have a new feature: Fill A Bag! We've gotten tons of craft goodies and embellishments donated lately, but many loose or single items. So you have the opportunity to fill a sandwich bag of goodies for $1.

Spread the word, and we'll see you on Sunday!

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Wedding Mixers Galore!

It's been quite a busy week! Two mixers in one week!

Tuesday was our big work mixer, the So Cal Officiant Open House/Mixer. Over 100 guests attended from all parts of the wedding industry. We're still getting compliments on how great the party was! My Brianne's Basics charity favors were passed out. We made over 100 for the event and gave out most of them :-)

Wednesday was the OC Brides Mixer at the Heritage Museum of Orange County. It's a beautifully restored vintage museum. Original houses from the 1800s, barns, tools, etc. Absolutely gorgeous.

I even won two raffle prizes! A $10 gift card for M. Foscari in Anaheim, and six months free listing on OCBrides.com

I met so many wedding professionals and all of them loved the concept! Customized party favors with a charity focus.

This is such an exciting time!

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