Special Fall Portrait Event

The weather is cool and the colors are warm and cozy in the fall. It makes a perfect setting for portraits of your little pumpkin (or pumpkins).

Join Whole Heart Photography & Design at Diggin' It.  Fall decorations, haystacks and pumpkins will be set about the store, and we will have a special place in the garden set up to capture some keepsake photographs of your children. Create some memories with your little ones!

...and, if you schedule your appointment before Oct. 1st, you will receive a portrait print bonus gift.

When: October 13th

Where: Diggin' It —507 N Tennessee St McKinney, Texas 75069

Special Portrait packages begin at $50.00

Please visit the Little Pumpkin Portrait Event web page for details and to schedule your appointment.

http://wholeheartphoto.com/?page_id=165

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New Moon Workshop with Janet Landers

Janet'sPlanets LEO New Moon Astrology

The ultra creative and follow your bliss Leo New Moon is August 17th at 10:54 am CDT

Join us at Diggin' It, 507 N Tennessee St McKinney, Texas 75069 469-952-3446
Friday, August 17, 7-9:30 pm ....$25

The New Moon signals a time of development. There is an impulse to take action and begin something new, be it a small change in the way a life is viewed or s

imple changes which will facilitate smoother transitions. The energy is right for making impulsive passages and following your dispositions. This is the time to act from the soul and trust the process – take a risk, live in the moment. We will explore the transit in your chart and expand your creative potential!!

At the New Moon, we magnetize what we want, our heart's desire. This is a time of beginnings. You can set intentions that grow with the lunar light and reach fruition at the Full Moon.
New Moon in Leo themes:
...artistic self-expression
...children, real and "creative" ones
...passionate feelings, romance
...taking courageous risks
...the confidence to pursue what makes the heart sing
...parties, color,
...imaginative gifts
...emotional intelligence

Send.. date, place & time of birth to janetllanders@yahoo.com
or contact Janet at 214.218.7360

I'm Diggin' My 2nd Anniversary

It was hot outside but cool in Diggin' It!!  Thanks to my customers for their constant support & the artists for participating in this special event. 

You Rock!! 

Artist Info:

Lucky Charm Beads
peggy@luckycharmbeads.com

Stained Glass of Mckinney
http://www.stainedglassofmckinney.com/

Teresa's Sweet Things
Personal Chef & Artist
tressamay@hotmail.com

Hens & Chicks
Design Consulting & Sewology
hens_chix@yahoo.com

It's the Celebration!!

Cake, Tag Sale, PillowPalooza, Henna Tats, Hair Accessories, and so much more!! Don't miss it! 10 - 5 or until we can't stand anymore fun!!

TAG SALE SATURDAY

Another way to celebrate  Diggin' It's Anniversary - I am having a tag sale. There will be antiques, vintage items, art, collectibles and cool stuff set up in the driveway...we love our previously owned treasures in Historic McKinney! 

Shawn Payne will be there with her latest jewelry. Stained Glass of McKinney will have a mini workshop for $10, Teresa Smith will be painting faces. Pillowpalooza will be there too.

You don't want to miss the refreshments...cake included.  Friends and family are in and out most of the day creating a Diggin' It reunion. Can't wait to see ya!

PILLOWPALOOZA TWO!!

To celebrate the Anniversary of Diggin' It on July 28th 10 - 5, Christine of Hens & Chicks will be having a PillowPalooza (formerly known as Pillowfest). She will bring her sewing machine to Diggin' It to make one knife edge (finished edge has no cording or fringe) pillow cover for free and a second pillow for $20l! Total value for two pillow covers is $60. There is no obligation to have a second pillow made, so you can enjoy a freebie if you choose. Just bring your fabric, zipper and measurements for your pillow and you will be hooked up. Size limit for this offer is 30" x 30". They do not have to be square, the size is your choice. You will furnish the stuffing... Hint: IKEA carries a 20" x 20" down pillow form for only $7.
If you have any questions about what to do or bring, contact Christine at hens_chix@yahoo.com . There are a limited number of pillows that can be made in a day, so cut off time for fabric drop off is noon, no more than thirty free pillows total will be made. For a second pillow offer of $20 those will be finished by the following Friday. First come, first serve. No reservations and must be present for offer.
http://henschix.blog.com/2012/07/pillowpalooza-at-diggin-it-july-28th.html/
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/60066743/

Fabric Guide -
Pillow Size                             Fabric Needed                                           Zipper Size
2 - 18"                                    half a yard of 54" fabric  or                        2 - 14"
                                              one yard 45" fabric

2 - 20", 22", or 24"                 3/4 of a yard of 54" fabric or                      2 - 18"
                                              1 1/2 yards of 45" fabric

1 - 27" or 30"                         1 yard of 54" fabric or                                1 - 22"
                                              2 yards of 45" fabric

***Walmart sells all sizes of zippers listed above.***

The day will be filled with demonstrations by local artists, exciting "just in" merchandise &  refreshments to beat the heat of summer!

http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Bird-in-the-Hand-Jewelry/107852442649194
http://www.stainedglassofmckinney.com/default.aspx

Celebrating Two Years of Bliss at Diggin' It!

 Saturday, July 28th, 10:00 am
It's summertime, and we're living easy! Join in the celebration for Diggin' It's two-year anniversary on Saturday, July 28th starting with a yard art, store, and artist sale!

• Jacqui Bush from Stained Glass of McKinney will be offering a 'Make & Take' fused glass art opportunity all day - for just $10 you can create one piece of your own and fire it on-the-spot in Jacqui's baby kiln!
• Bird in the Hand jewelry artist Shawn Payne will be holding a trunk show of "fresh and cool" designs for summer, and more! Check out Bird in the Hand Jewelry on Facebook.
• PillowPalooza  Christine Lindsay will be offering a pillow cover for free and a second pillow for $20.  See http://howtoloveyourhome.com/ for complete information

The day will also feature pink drinks, face-painting, artist demos and more! Sprinkler running optional.

 

Upcoming Events - July 2012

Hello all cooking, gardening, and crafting friends, Come catch some shade this summer at Diggin' It and check out the whole new selection of goods for sale: Peruvian knits, PAPAYA! bags, Noah bells, hippie threads and more! Also, it's that time of year again to celebrate Diggin' It's Anniversary. I am blissfully grateful for all of the customers, groupies, friends and artists I have had the pleasure of meeting over the past two years! I am thankful, thankful, thankful. Join us for fun and a party yard sale to celebrate two years of bliss here at Diggin' It.

Knittin' with Nita Thursday, July 12th, 6:30 pm Fee for Shrug Kit & 1st Lesson: $40 Fee for Following Lessons & Pattern Help: $5 You too can knit! In this Diggin' It class Nita Thedford will help you to make a lightweight shrug of your own just like the one at right. It may be too hot to shrug your shoulders now, but a shrug would be perfect for cool fall nights later this year! Email Nita at nitathed@gmail.com or inquire at Diggin' It (469-952-3446) to register. Happy knitting! New Moon Astrology with Janet Landers Wednesday, July 18th, 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Class Fee: $25 first time guests/$20 returning guests Like any map that gives us directions, the stars and the planets are a guide with indications of the possibilities that lie across our paths as we continue our journey in life. The New Moon in Cancer workshop offers the opportunity for continued personal growth as we explore roles relating to security, home and family. Lots of astro action in July!! Send your birthday/time/place to janetllanders@yahoo.com, as we explore the transits and aspects of this month's new moon. Diggin' It Kids' Global Art, Geography, & Literature Camp 10:00 am - 12:00 pm daily from Monday, July 16th - Friday, July 20th Class Fee: $110 total: $60 non-refundable deposit, with the remainder paid first day of class All 3rd-6th graders are invited for a week-long, whirlwind world tour of learning, fun, and artistic expression at Diggin' It! Teacher, world-traveller, and literature enthusiast Erin Denny will use her multi-faceted experiences to teach children art, lessons of history and geography, and the importance of sharing differences between cultures, as well as other life lessons. Dot-Art of the Aborigines, eggs from Babushka's basket, tissue paper painting in the format of Eric Carle... these are just a few of the projects to be completed during the week! Call Erin at 214-577-6827 or Diggin' It for further information and reservations. Celebrating Two Years of Bliss at Diggin' It! Saturday, July 28th, 10:00 am It's summertime, and we're living easy! Join in the celebration for Diggin' It's two-year anniversary on Saturday, July 28th starting with a yard art, store, and artist sale! Jacqui Bush from Stained Glass of McKinney will be offering a 'Make & Take' fused glass art opportunity all day - for just $10 you can create one piece of your own and fire it on-the-spot in Jacqui's baby kiln! Bird in the Hand jewelry artist Shawn Payne will be holding a trunk show of "fresh and cool" designs for summer, and more! Check out Bird in the Hand Jewelry on Facebook. The day will also feature pink drinks, face-painting, artist demos and more! Sprinkler running optional. Got a great idea for a future class? Please email Tracey Collins at tcollinstx@gmail.com.

The Outdoor Emporium

Beat the summer heat and buy your herbs, potted plants, and hanging baskets for your outdoor space at Diggin' It.  A natural alternative to cut flowers, is a customtable garden.  A personalized, planted centerpiece can be created with your container & Diggin' It plants. See photo to the right for a resent example.

More Cool Stuff Arrives!

New merchandise continues to arrive! 

Summer Trunk Show 2012 . . .Don't Miss It!!!

Come join us for some funkalicious garden and  art stuff at the Diggin' It Summer Trunk Show.

Teresa Smith will be painting garden pots and displaying other painted items as well to adorn your garden.   This multi-talented artist also creates adorable felt cupcakes that are truly unique.  You can even custom order a painted piece to bring home later!!

Don't Forget - Diggin' It is selling McKinney Garden Tour tickets! 

Summer Trunk Show This Saturday!!

Bird in the Hand previews their new summer line at Diggin' It Saturday June 9th, from 10am to 1pm. Come check out the whimsical designs of artist Shawn Payne. Stay for cookies and lemonade... get your tickets for the McKinney Garden Tour and head out from here!!! What a great day!!!

New Merchandise Has Arrived!

Come check out the new clothing, purses, backpacks and so much more - just arrived this week!