New Etsy Listings

Yesterday, I had a couple big assignments that I decided to neglect in favor of some jewelry photography, editing, and listings.

I pulled out a big bag of clearance jewelry and my light box. The bag was full of items that I found myself not displaying at shows because I 'didn't have room' - but really, it was because the pieces didn't fit my personal style any more and they didn't inspire me. Lacking inspiration, I decided to clearance the pieces rather than repurpose them.

I had a great time. Photographing necklaces seems much harder that photographing earrings! I definitely need a better camera. Mine doesn't have a macro setting, so parts of my picture are out of focus no matter how hard I try. I used gimp for editing, and began listing on etsy. Listing takes much longer than I remember! I was watching United States of Tara while I was working, and it was taking me about an episode and a half for each listing. Phew! I only got through three, but I have some more photos edited and ready to go.

I'm pretty proud of the pictures, but I need to work on my listing expertise. Anyone have any helpful tips? Any articles you found valuable? Let me know in the comments!

Game Day: Formula D

Today, WVU played Georgia State! Honestly, though, I only know that it was game day because I saw tons of gold and blue and did a quick google search.

I don't care about football games, but I am fond of board games. So, I bring you my first game day post, featuring Formula D! I bought the game on recommendation from my boyfriend, having watched it on Wil Wheaton's Tabletop webshow. We reeaally thought my roommate would enjoy it. Tonight was the first time we played! Given this, we played the beginner version but we're really excited to try to full game soon. Here's the rundown.

You move your race car by rolling dice, determined by which gear you are in. Higher gears roll bigger dice, so your little car moves faster along the track. We were all neck and neck when this was taken. :) I actually had to slam my brakes to avoid hitting them!

When you don't slow down enough for turns, get too close to other cars, and various other dangerous actions, you have the potential to take damage to your car. Of course, being too cautious means you risk second or third place! Or, as my boyfriend said, "first loser and second loser."

We all got a little risky at the end. My handsome man gained a huge lead and finished a couple turns ahead of us by being a bit riskier a bit earlier. I pulled ahead of my roomie juuuust in time to eek out a second place finish, but with the most damage. Ouch!

It was a fun game, and one I'm glad to have added to my growing collection. Has anyone else tried this one? Have any recommendations for board games? Let me know in the comments!

An Introduction

You want to know about me? Well, I'm Annie. I attend West Virginia University and I'm a masters student in Business Administration and Human Resources. My undergraduate degree was in marketing.

I dabble in a variety of interests. I love crafting, especially jewelry. I love reading and my poison of choice is fantasy. I love games - board games, video games, card games - but rarely find the time to play. I run occasionally, and have interest in a healthy lifestyle that is often unfulfilled due to my love for junk and my busy lifestyle. (I work a lot.) I love watching shows when time permits - some of my favorites are Doctor Who, Pretty Little Liars, Supernatural, Sherlock, and Game of Thrones.

I have an amazing boyfriend, fantastic friends, and a brilliant creative family, all of whom I love very much.

I would love to talk about crafting, shows, books, societal issues, food, and fitness - so I will! That's why I have this blog! I hope you enjoy getting to know me, and I would love to know you as well. Get in contact with me! Comment on my posts! A blog is boring without interaction.