Enter!

Hello dear blog and anyone who may stumble upon this post!

It feels good to come back to you! I can't believe I left you unattended for this long and for that I'm truly sorry. I have indeed missed you.

Many things have changed since:

1. I am a designer at a wall decor company, my specialty is in colorful flowers and patterns!

2. I convinced my mom to get a puppy, and now we have the cutest Maltese named Mochi.

3. I got my first DSLR

4. We finally remodeled the kitchen and I LOVE it!

5. My mom got me my first ever kitchen aid stand mixer, which I've been eyeing for a very, very long time! (Thank you Mommy!)

6. I changed my hairstyle of many years, and got bangs and a perm. As a result many people had trouble recognizing me, including my very own brother and grandfather. I had an opportunity to live a double life, lol!

7. I started exercising! Woo~ I walk every morning before going into work.

And I'll fill in the rest with future posts!

Time just flies by! So far it has been an interesting year for me. I've met some wonderful people. I've caught so many colds. And I've also gotten to experience a spectrum of emotions. Through that I was able to learn a lot about myself and I'm continuing to do so. In this whirl of events, I think I've gotten a taste of my quarter life crisis. I have lived in bliss for most of my life, but I think I've stumbled upon something these past few months. It's been a roller coaster ride for me. Hopefully, I'll reach a steady balance soon. =)

xoxo,

Grace

A much delayed update

Hello lovely blog, I have missed you so.

It has really been a long time since I last blogged. I don't know where to start updating. A lot has happened since the last post. I am now officially hooked on macarons, especially the Earl Grey flavor. I have turned 24. I have a Maltese puppy named Mochi- who is just the cutest little thing! I am obsessed with tea, once again Earl Grey! My co-workers want me to break free from my single life- and surprisingly I think I'm ready, too. I still love Lee Seung Gi though. hahaha

I am now working as a designer and it has taken away a lot of "me" time. Thus, I haven't had much of a chance to blog, or cook, or cross stitch. (But one thing I'm very proud of was that I kept up with Andwabisabi all this time.)

In the past year, I went through many ups and many downs, mainly because of working. Going from a student, to working full-time was not an easy transition for me. I would come home many nights feeling a little down cause I felt like I had no time for myself. Fast forward a year and here I am. I have gotten accustomed to the workload somehow, learned how to become more efficient, and learned to be a little, tiny bit more vocal. (Yes, I know some of you may laugh) I met some amazing people and I could truly say I love my co-workers! They make work a lot more enjoyable and we keep each other sane amidst all the chaos.

I don't know why but I had a sudden urge to blog again. It just hit me... and I realized I had to log in and just start a new post. I will try to update more often from now on. I apologize for being away for such a long time.

A Shout Out~

Hello Hello~

My best friend just started blogging! Yay~ Please give her blog some love! She just dedicated a post to me! Isn't she a sweetheart? Well, it's definitely given me a push to post an entry~
I will start off my sending my bff a little shout out!
Elizabeth! Can you hear me? Can you HEAR me? :P
Liz, my dear, you know you're amazing right? When I first met you, I just knew right off the bat I had to be friends with you! You have this unmistakable energy about you and you bring out the best in me. And I am truly blessed to have a friend like you. I love you dear from the bottom of my heart and I hope our friendship will grow even stronger throughout the many years to come!
You dream of becoming an artist, but let me tell you, with a voice like that, you have the talent to turn it into reality. Go, go Liz! You have my full approval and support! :P 짱이에요 우리친구, 사랑해요 우리친구!

I've been lagging behind on my posts again. A lot has happened in my life. First and foremost, I am now working full-time! Working is hard work, but I'm learning so much in the process. Not only am I improving on my skill, but I'm also learning so much about myself.
Everyday is a new experience!

Please Enter the Giveaway~~

Hello~

Monique, the creative genius behind Voleur de Bijoux is hosting a giveaway from moi (andwabisabi) on her blog ! Go to her blog and enter for a chance to win any 7 cross-stitch designs from my animals and insects sections The giveaway is going on until May 8, 2010.

Please leave comments on her blog (not mine) for a chance to win these fresh, simple, and cute designs! And while you're at it browse through her breathtaking jewelry shop!

Thank you for taking the time to read this post. Sending you lots of Gracie love! <3>

Hehe! Now time for some shameless advertising!

Here's what I've been working on these days~ Enjoy!


Something sweet for mommy! <3

The following are a part of my NEW Cross Stitched Stud Earring Jewelry Displays.
Fresh and fun, this would make a great gift for your loved one and/or yourself! What a darling way to display your stud earrings when they aren't worn by you!




These patterns are Original Andwabisabi! © Grace Kim 2010. Do not copy.

These items are also in my shop

Have a lovely weekend! Happy creating!

Curious? Take a peek!

I decided to share my work space with those whom are curious. This is where all my masterpieces come to life. hahaha jk :P It's where I create my illustrations, embroidery illustrations, design work, and of course, my andwabisabi line.

I've also updated my shop (andwabisabi) with new patterns! Take a peek!

For the remainder of April, customers who purchase $35 or more will get 10% off their entire purchase (amount will be refunded through paypal) Code: "twitter" at check out.

I have a twitter account! Follow me on twitter! I look forward to your tweets!

I wish everyone a wonderful weekend! Happy creating!

All is well... and warm!

Hello~ Hello~ I have missed you!
A lot has happened since I've last written. So I really don't know where to start, but all is well!
I have been learning how to knit and I've also grown an interest in creating miniature food out of polymer clay.
These are two crafts that I once tackled before and abandoned. Well, it looks like the second time around is the charm!

So without further ado, my ivory cable scarf! I will have to wear it when winter comes.

Isn't it quite lovely? I'm very happy with the way it came out! There is something just lovely and precious about cable scarfs. I'm partial to them and I find them quite endearing.

As for the minature foods, I haven't got around to taking pictures. I shall share them when I do!

Pika Pika

:) Hello Blog. I'm sorry for neglecting you. It seems like the more time I have on my hands, the less I'm able to do. This is why a person needs to stay busy! haha

Well let's see! I am re-learning how to knit. I totally suck at it and I've accepted the fact that the only thing I'll be able to knit is a scarf! My goal is to complete one scarf by the end of this year, instead of starting on 8 different ones. That in itself is a big task for me, haha

The weather today is not particularly gloomy nor sunny. Maybe it's just cloudy.

Guess what I've been doing these days. I've been trying to make Rainbow Rice Cake. Though I had to ditch the rainbow part because the steamer was too shallow. They say rice cake is easier to make than regular cake. Yeah right, that is a bunch of bogus. I tried making it with my friend 3 times and we failed miserably. I tried making it again alone, I got rice cake, but I wasn't particularly happy with the consistency. Maybe it's cause I used the packaged rice flour, instead of soaking rice and grinding the rice down to rice flour. ~__~
I'm so determined to do it until it's right. Right now I'm at attempt #6.

It looks alright, doesn't it? Looks are deceiving. Well it's ricecake, but it's not at the level of consistency I'd like it to be.