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Custom Wood and Stitches (by Julie)

My name is Julie Bott and I absolutely love to craft. So this is how I spend my "spare" time, making things for people. Enjoy browsing my page.

Someday my dream would be to have this as a true profession! [email protected]

01/01/2026

I took on less projects in 2025,but still did quite a few. Life has been different, but i appreciate those who reached out and continued to put their trust in me . May you all have a very blessed 2026...

05/31/2025

It's been almost a year since I took a hiatus. In that time, there's been a lot personally going on. I did do some periodic projects for folks. I need picture storage on my phone and also always give thanks for trust when it is due. I am currently dealing with a sore knee and shoulder which create project challenges sporadically. I have definitely realized the hiatus was necessary. I have definitely accepted that being selective on accepting projects and timing is a must. I realize how much people appreciate when I do something and it's a great feeling seeing the happy responses. Here are pictures that never got posted and I continue to monitor my hiatus and selection process and I continue to appreciate all of you 💜

12/25/2024

I have not uploaded any pictures since spring and we are about to start a new year! Because I have valued your trust and business, I have kept photos to post to show my appreciation and share the memory of your loved family and friends. My phone memory is lacking and I do not want to loose the pictures, so I must post them now. A few things were squeaked in here and there since my last post in fall. That being said, I am still on hiatus. I have been asked alot when I will resume and every time I think I can answer that, something happens that I cannot. I do have a running list of interested people should you still need a project and time opens up, looking at the list makes me gasp a bit ! I truly value each of you and the past projects you've entrusted me with. Please know this is not a decision I take lightly. Take today to remember the reason for the season... Happy Birthday Jesus and Merry Christmas to all!

08/07/2024

For the last week or two I have really been contemplating this post. And if you follow my page and have been my customer, please read it all the way through :-) I absolutely cherish all the referrals, high compliments, and gratitude you all have shared with me, more than you will ever know. I feel absolutely blessed that God has gifted me with an ability and a passion for something that is sort of a "lost art" these days. In the same respect, I'm incredibly torn because rather than slowing down, life continues to get busier. Two of my grandbabies are entering kindergarten, one preschool, one learning to talk and one will be learning to crawl. These are moments I choose not to miss and homes I try to help in all the busyiness. I have oodles and oodles of piles of projects that I've intended to make as gifts, donations for fundraisers, creations I want to do for fun. I have books that have sat on my shelf for years, stories I want to write, friends I want to spend more time with. All of that to say, sewing/crafting as a side gig takes an immense amount of time. What looks to the naked eye like it probably takes me an hour to whip up actually may take two or three. If I did not have to work for a living, it would all be amazing and work quite well. However, a day job is essential and hours and hours of sewing each night has become harder. I know I went on "break" - I appreciate the understanding and graciousness everyone has extended, I truly, truly do. However, my break has turned into an indeterminate amount of time stepping away from this. I know that everyone will be starting to think about Christmas.... I do not know when, or if, I will resume. I do hope to resume at some point. However, I have learned in life that sometimes the path changes when we are not expecting it to. And although I know I am capable of doing certain projects, when and if the time comes to resume, it will be strictly Limited to specific things : memory quilts, pillows, bears, elephants and other select animals.

Here's to hoping I'm not giving up my dream, but nurturing it to blossom more fully at a future time. Much love and gratitude to all.

07/01/2024

First, I appreciate each of your orders and trust with my abilities. My last "break" did not end up being a "break"...those projects will be posted at a later time. That being said, I AM taking some time away from projects now.. for real. 🙂 I am estimating returning to orders mid-end August. Yet to be determined. I realize that seems like a long time, but please remember this is my side business. I simply, for my sanity, must take a little reprieve and actually catch up on things I have let go . I work full time and If you do not know, have 5 grandkids, age 5 and under. I spent a lot of time helping with and enjoying them. That is not something I'm willing to give up. If I don't take a break from something, my stress level will go bonkers, the current pace is alot. My heart's desire has always been to have this be my full time gig, but it simply does not pay the bills. I have more supplies, ideas and desire than one can imagine, but I simply must take some "me" time if I am going to be able to return to this. I appreciate the understanding as well as the support over the last decade. You're all a wonderful bunch of trusting customers ! I have yet to decide how in-depth I will respond to messages during this time as that is often is my downfall.. .. I have had a hard time saying no when people want memories preserved. Until I return to orders, do a favor to yourself and take time to dust the cobwebs and go watch the sunsets.... self accomplishment and peace is important in a crazy world :)

05/21/2024

Time for photo upload! I feel so slow these days and appreciate everyone's patience and trust as always! I have the best customers and I value you all !! That being said it is also time for a short hiatus! I will still discuss your projects, I just need some summer weeks without obligations to fulfill home obligations I have let slide and many family events thay come around this season. I anticipate the hiatus to be about a month, barring any unexpected things. and who knows maybe it will be less, I just know I have to catch some things up ! reach out to me with any questions regarding future orders. Thank you all for your understanding and the frequent compliments on your items, they are cherished .

02/27/2024

As always , I thank you for your trust, patience, business and referrals. I am grateful for the ability God gave me to help each of you with memories in a special way. It is truly a joy when I see your reactions. In that, I also must now include that life is hectic. I am once again in a place of working on finding balance in family, work and obligations. I have 2 bigger orders currently being finished, but I'm going to take a break for a bit as I try to regroup to organize life! My last "break" ended up really not happening, we'll see how this goes ! I appreciate each of you and thank you again for your trust and business!!

12/31/2023

Thank you all for your trust and business in 2023. It has been busy and I wait to post until after the holidays because of so many gifts. If I fail to post your project it is not intentional and I apologize, please let me know. I am working hard to finish up a few orders. There are several times that I have considered giving this up because I do not like being slow. However family life is busy. I have a passion for showing and helping you all with your memories. I love the feedback I get and the stories I hear. So for now I'm going to continue, I will just continue to need patience with my timeline sometimes. God bless each of you in 2024

11/06/2023

I have just updated my pricing list, which, if you know Me, was VERY hard to do. This is my first increase in OVER FIVE years. By all means, I want to be affordable to my customers. I am still below what I've seen from others. Calculating time on projects, meeting, etc is nearly impossible and never adequately represented. I have a passion for the ability and enjoy what I do. which makes that easier to bear. However, the costs of everything, including supplies, has increased. And even the non material costs you wouldn't think of... like electricity for my sewing Machine and iron .. whew that alone is enough! I have a full time job and expanding family and I simply must cover more expenses and value my time a little more accurately. If this is a huge barrier for you, Please reach out to me. It has been SO SO hard to make these changes. Also, I can't believe it's Nov. 6! As of now, I have several
larger orders in the works and any new orders I can not guarantee by Christmas. I am still willing to accept your orders and do my best as time permits, I just simply can not guarantee, unless I miraculously get things done ahead of shedule. I must have holiday family time as well 🙂 As always, from the bottom of my heart, I value each one of you for trusting me with your special memory projects and thank you for your understanding and patience. It is a humbling honor to have so many references and kind words come my way. Please message with any questions/concerns. Thank you and be blessed 🙂

09/16/2023

I spent a long time earlier trying to post an update, only to find it didn't upload 🙄 I fully believe that keeping up to date post is important... and I fully know I have failed! Life is ALOT and family is first! But here are pictures of what my "break" looked like... I truly appreciate each of you .... new and repeat customers. You trust me with precious things and it does not go unnoticed. This does not include the things I've already begun for Christmas and the mending , hemming and patching I've done! It's always busy! I plan to make another update info post sometime later this weekend. Thank you all for your trusting, patience and business 💕💕

06/01/2023

Updating project photos as promised. Still a few things not yet picked up/delivered. The cows were a new design for one of my daughter's closest friends... I Love how adorable they turned out, but they sure were alot more steps to make than the other animals. The elephants are a close tie with popularity with the bears recently. One of my customer/friends advised me they picked elephants because they are known for their great memory and the idea is to never forget the loved one. I'd never thought of it that way 💕 As always, thank you for your trust .. and patience as I take my "break" after completely already promised projects.

05/30/2023

I have not shared any completed projects since April, but that does NOT mean I haven't been busy. I have ! In the next few days, I will catch that up. That being said, I have a few projects still committed to on the table, that WILl be done ! Outside of those, I need to take a little break.. I Love love helping you all maintain memories and sewing is a happy place for me. But summer is incredibly busy, my family has grown and I simply must get some things done at home to regain some mental calm. It may not seem so, but there is never a week that I'm not talking to people or meeting for projects. I will still answer messages, I simply am not committing to any new deadlines. I need to get through July 4th. Should I get massively caught up, I will pick up sooner. In addition, when I do start back up, I must update my pricing. As we all know, the price of EVERYTHING has went up. Not to mention, I have not changed pricing since before 2018 (that's just when I officially put it on the page ). People often tell Me they can't belive I charge so low and I strive to be very affordable. I hope not to make what seems like a big jump. A very lot goes into each project, and I simply must get aligned with today's costs no matter how much it bothers me. As always, I thank you all from the bottom of my heart for your trust and business. It is truly my pleasure and means so much. Watch for updated pictures, including a new design, to come in the next few days. Thank you for understanding the break I need to take that I have never taken since I began this so many years ago.

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