Been out in yard scouting for the new birth of plants ! Low and behold I found
some. My first pix is of my Gladiola bed and second is of the Daffodils. I am a
lazy gardener, leaving a lot of the last foliage around perrienials to cover base,
and also some of my planst such as the different daisys make wonderful seed
food for the birds in the winter months. This system has always worked best
for me, so it is fun to gently begin moving the debris aside and finding the new
growth.
My father always like Spring the best , stating it reminded him of the new birth
we receive from Jesus. Or a reminder for us Christians what Christ has done for
us. How true. Wish he were alive in order to say, "how true."
The only drawback I feel when relishing Spring is knowing that the hot months
of Summer are just around the corner, ugh ! But once into Summer I can't wait
for Autumn, my other fav Season .
Happy Spring everyone !
A warm Hoosier Welcome
It has been a while since this Hoosier gal has posted anything. Am trying to get back in the groove . Will be posted sewing, decorating and crafting tips. I like frugality, using what you have in your present stash.
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Friday, March 11, 2011
CHICKS & EGGS CANDLE MAT
This is one of my new Spring Easter items at Etsy. The Old FarmHouse Gathering Team is
putting on their Spring/Easter Celebration too. Check out my logo in left hand column.
putting on their Spring/Easter Celebration too. Check out my logo in left hand column.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
My Valentine Swap OH MY
Oh my goodness, as Shirley Temple used to say !! Yes, I am of that age group :)
I recv'd my Valentine Swap yesterday, from Trudy Lawson-Kelly, and well was
just so bowled over by all she sent me! Felt like it was Christmas. She did way
too much, but I do appreciate her love in preparing all.
Will include photos for you.
The doll is big and so neat. Fits right into my family room decor, Folk Art. She
does wonderful work.
She also sent me a book "BackYard Projects", a Kitchen Angel made with a Kitchen
Towel, PotHolder and Dishrag, so cute, also another Hand Towel with a red heart.
She also included several seed packets ( I belong to our local garden club) a
porcelain "Kitchen" sign in blue & white. A whole bunch of the most delicious
Truffle candies, a package of Biscotti, (ate that after lunch yesterday), a framed Cupid Needlework picture, an apron, and lastly , 3 Wax Heart Primitives wrapped in great smelling tea-stained gauze.
Whew.
Told you she sent a lot.
Thank you so very much Trudy for your generosity. It has been great getting to know you.
Love and hugs
Susan
I recv'd my Valentine Swap yesterday, from Trudy Lawson-Kelly, and well was
just so bowled over by all she sent me! Felt like it was Christmas. She did way
too much, but I do appreciate her love in preparing all.
Will include photos for you.
The doll is big and so neat. Fits right into my family room decor, Folk Art. She
does wonderful work.
She also sent me a book "BackYard Projects", a Kitchen Angel made with a Kitchen
Towel, PotHolder and Dishrag, so cute, also another Hand Towel with a red heart.
She also included several seed packets ( I belong to our local garden club) a
porcelain "Kitchen" sign in blue & white. A whole bunch of the most delicious
Truffle candies, a package of Biscotti, (ate that after lunch yesterday), a framed Cupid Needlework picture, an apron, and lastly , 3 Wax Heart Primitives wrapped in great smelling tea-stained gauze.
Whew.
Told you she sent a lot.
Thank you so very much Trudy for your generosity. It has been great getting to know you.
Love and hugs
Susan
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
EASTER GIVE-AWAY
And the Give-Aways just keep on coming. Be sure and check out this
Give-Away by Deb at Primitive Country. What an array of goodies. Just
click on the link below.
http://debsprimitivecountrykitchen.blogspot.com/
Enjoy
Susan
Give-Away by Deb at Primitive Country. What an array of goodies. Just
click on the link below.
http://debsprimitivecountrykitchen.blogspot.com/
Enjoy
Susan
Monday, February 7, 2011
BUNNY RABBIT GIVE-AWAY
An adorable Bunny with Egg is being offered by Marie, Mamaws Creations.
She is a fellow OFG member at Etsy.
Just click on the link below to visit her blog.
Enjoy
Susan
http://www.mamawscreations.blogspot.com/
She is a fellow OFG member at Etsy.
Just click on the link below to visit her blog.
Enjoy
Susan
http://www.mamawscreations.blogspot.com/
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
SPRING GIVE-AWAY
I have decided it was time for me to conduct another Give-Away. Please note that
this is for USA or Canadian citizens only.
My choice of item is a Spring Easter Candle Mat. What with all the horrible winter
weather we have all been experiencing, decided a light colorful item would be best.
What could be better than Spring & Easter. Easter, to me, is a rebirth time, not only
for nature, but it reminds us of what Jesus did for us on the cross. His death is a
rebirth for us that choose to follow Him.
Anyway, the candle mat is approx. 9 1/2" diam. The eggs are made from wool felt and then embroidered with DMC Floss. The eggs were stitched onto Warm & Natural Batting. Couldn't resist adding the yellow Rick Rack around outer edge. Then the edging was stitched with a blanket stitch in yellow floss.
The egg is approx. 4 1/2" high. Made from wool felt and stuffed. Both items are hand stitched.
This Give-Away will end February 28, 2011 and the winner will be announced
March 1, 2011.
Please leave a comment and become a follower of my blog. Be sure I have info on how to contact you should you win.
Enjoy
Susan
March 1, 2011 _ The Winner of this set is .....Kim - Valley Primitives
this is for USA or Canadian citizens only.
My choice of item is a Spring Easter Candle Mat. What with all the horrible winter
weather we have all been experiencing, decided a light colorful item would be best.
What could be better than Spring & Easter. Easter, to me, is a rebirth time, not only
for nature, but it reminds us of what Jesus did for us on the cross. His death is a
rebirth for us that choose to follow Him.
Anyway, the candle mat is approx. 9 1/2" diam. The eggs are made from wool felt and then embroidered with DMC Floss. The eggs were stitched onto Warm & Natural Batting. Couldn't resist adding the yellow Rick Rack around outer edge. Then the edging was stitched with a blanket stitch in yellow floss.
The egg is approx. 4 1/2" high. Made from wool felt and stuffed. Both items are hand stitched.
This Give-Away will end February 28, 2011 and the winner will be announced
March 1, 2011.
Please leave a comment and become a follower of my blog. Be sure I have info on how to contact you should you win.
Enjoy
Susan
March 1, 2011 _ The Winner of this set is .....Kim - Valley Primitives
Labels:
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Friday, January 21, 2011
MY WINNING !
I was so tickled to learn I had won Barb's Give-Away !
It is a beautiful LOVE painting on black screen. She then puts
this into a hand painted frame.
Am enclosing a pix of it below.
Please be sure to check out Barb's blogspot and her Etsy shop
that I am enclosing below. Just click on the links.
Her work is fantatstic, plus she is a lovely woman. It has been
a joy getting to know her on our OFG Team.
You won't be disappointed in buying her creations.
http://www.barbsheartstrokes.blogspot.com/
http://www.barbsheartstrokes.etsy.com/
It is a beautiful LOVE painting on black screen. She then puts
this into a hand painted frame.
Am enclosing a pix of it below.
Please be sure to check out Barb's blogspot and her Etsy shop
that I am enclosing below. Just click on the links.
Her work is fantatstic, plus she is a lovely woman. It has been
a joy getting to know her on our OFG Team.
You won't be disappointed in buying her creations.
http://www.barbsheartstrokes.blogspot.com/
http://www.barbsheartstrokes.etsy.com/
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
NEW ETSY LISTING
Can't believe how negligent I have been with this blog. Time and life has a way of interrupting our good intentions !
I am enclosing a couple pictures of two new listings at Etsy.
They are my designs.
Enjoy
Susan
I am enclosing a couple pictures of two new listings at Etsy.
They are my designs.
Enjoy
Susan
Labels:
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Etsy,
hand stitched,
hearts,
valentine,
wool
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
M E R R Y C H R I S T M A S
Boy, it has been a lonnnnnng time since last posting. Guess things more
important took over.
Wanted to get this Christmas wish posted before it was here and gone.
Praying that each of you will find the Peace & Joy through Christ this
Christmas Season, and continue with it throughout the New Year.
He is faithful !
important took over.
Wanted to get this Christmas wish posted before it was here and gone.
Praying that each of you will find the Peace & Joy through Christ this
Christmas Season, and continue with it throughout the New Year.
He is faithful !
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