Karie's Chic Creations

A Big Mistake. . .

2012-02-15T22:21:00.002-07:00

I made a big mistake. . .

Oh, it is nothing I can't undo. . thank goodness!

I made a huge mistake with one of my afghan's

A Big Mistake

I was more than half way done with it. .

But, I knew I couldn't live with this mistake.

So, what's a girl to do?

Unravel. . and that is what I did!

A months worth of crocheting

And I am starting all over again.

Isn't it wonderful that we can start over again?

I just knew I could Not live with this mistake.

It is all good. . !
Unraveling is ok, it doesn't hurt !

I will be happy when it is finished and I can show you

The Completed Crocheted Afghan

With NO Mistakes!

Karie

A Basket Full of Valentine Posey's

2012-02-14T21:17:00.000-07:00

Here's to Valentine's Day

Fresh Flowers

And

Baskets of Posey's

For Those I Love So Much. . .

Yes, I am still creating. .

And hopefully it is happiness and love.

Karie

I Promise I am Still a Blogger

2012-02-10T12:55:00.000-07:00

I know you think I have abandoned my blog!

But, I promise I am still here.

I have been overwhelmed with my re-arranged life.

Watch for my posts. . .I am getting settled into a schedule

And a new pattern.

I am still crafting and doing my decorating.

Don't leave me!

I love my Blogging friends.

Karie

Just A Busy Life

2012-01-22T20:12:00.000-07:00

I tell ya, I am going to get kicked out of

The Blogging World!

I haven't posted for quite sometime. . .

Life has been very busy in my little nook of the world

I have had some changes. .

I am back working in the working world. .

And I am not yet use to it!

I am so happy to be there though.

I just have to re-adjust, and I can't do as many of

The fun little projects I like to do.

(Some of the projects I like to do are big).

None the less, I am a busy gal these days.

I have been on a sewing and crocheting kick

Do you ever do that. . .just concentrate on a couple of things.

Here is one of the cute pillow cases I have been making.

One of my little Granddaughter's birthday was this month

And I made her this pillowcase. . .

I love making pillowcases.

I am going to make a few for my bed.

I will be putting away January things soon. .

My Grandmother gave me this adorable figurine when I was

A young child. . .I am a January baby. .

It is a Josef Original.

This is the January Precious Moment figurine.

Not only am I a January baby,

But. . so is my

Brother, a Son, two Grandsons and a Granddaughter.

Me and my Family party all month!

Well, I will be putting out

February decorations soon.

Why do I keep changing?

I don't know why. . .I have done it forever.

I hope to be back to posting more often. .

Working full-time at my age is hard!

Come back soon and check on me. . .

I am linking to these great blogs.

The House In The Roses/Show off Your Cottage

January

2012-01-09T20:10:00.000-07:00

JANUARY

One of my favorite months. . .

I have a lot of things going on in this month

And I rather like it.

It is nice to have a little lighter decor

After all of the December decorations.

Here is a peek of my home in

JANUARY

Blue is my favorite color

I think of January as Blue.

Aren't these little song birds the cutest?

You can almost hear their little January song.

I got these last year at a winter sale.

This is a new little figurine . . .oh, I am a sucker for figurines. .

What is it with me? I just love cutesy things!

I love decorating with my frame. . .

I change the fabric to match whatever decorating theme I am using

(Or not using).

The vignette looks fresh and bright to me.

The television armoire is one I found at DI and I painted it.

My home is very small. . .

And there I times I would like a little more space.

I have a lot of things and I try to make my home as

Pleasant, warm and inviting as I can.

I will leave you with the little

January Song Birds.

I hope you can hear their sweet song. . .

Please do come back again

I will be linking this to

A Stroll Thru Life/Table Top Tuesday

The House In The Roses/Show-off Your Cottage

The Thrifty Grove/Thrifty Thing Friday

Where Is The Snow

2012-01-03T20:46:00.000-07:00

It just doesn't seem right. .

We have no snow!

And I miss it. . .Really I do

I love the snow.

I love the Wasatch Mountain with SNOW

Salt Lake City is beautiful with the Wasatch Mountains

Covered with the white stuff. . .SNOW

Utah has the most beautiful mountains. . .and I love the SNOW

The mountains and the valleys do not look like this right now

It is the first of January and it is dry and dull. . .no beautiful

SNOW

I want it to look like this. . . SNOW!

Oh, it eventually will come. . .But I want it now

Utah is known for it's SNOW in April and May

When we all want Spring.

I am just an ole sentimentalist. . .I want my Winter

To be SNOWY!

I want to sit in my warm house and watch it SNOW. .

Oh, Please send the

SNOW!

Year In Review Part 3

2012-01-01T13:59:00.001-07:00

Now I am on a roll showing you my

Completed Projects for 2011

Today I want to show you the

Cute Chairs

I have painted. . .

I find them at the thrift store (DI)

I just can't seem to pass up a chair.

This is my Mandolin Chair

I think it is one of my favorites.

I "really" wanted a Pink Chair.

I was inspired by this chair at

The House In The Roses.

This is my Blue Colonial Chair

And My White Colonial Chair

I really want to paint this chair and the 5 matching ones.

But, my kids say "NO"!

They claim they will inherit the chairs someday and they

Don't want the set of chairs that goes to the round oak

Dining Table, to have painted chairs. .

Silly kids! They just don't understand. . .

Oh, one last favorite chair. . .

This little cutie I found on the curb. .

My neighbors set it out for the garbage. .

Boy, did I snatch it up. . Of course I did get permission.

Well, there you have it

My Chair Review. .

Hope you enjoyed. .

(by the way, I have two more chairs waiting to be painted)!

Do Come Back Again

I am going to link with these darling blogs

Be sure to check them out

The House In The Roses

Between Naps On The Porch

Year In Review Part 2

2011-12-31T15:55:00.000-07:00

I want to show you my

Tea Cups for this part of the

2011 Year In Review

I have always loved Tea Cups

Though I don't drink tea or coffee. .

This year I really found some beauties. .

And I have delighted in showing them off

This beautiful tea cup came to me from a fellow collector

I joined Martha's Tea Cup exchange in April

And a lady from Pennsylvania sent me this.

This is one of my favorites. . . I found it while

Visiting my brother in Kanab, Utah

Some of my tea cups I have found while thrifting at DI

Some have been given to me.

I have been thrilled to find 3 legged tea cups.

But, the Treasure of all my tea cups is this one

It belonged to my Grandma Dot

It is beautiful and delicate just like she was. .

I hope you enjoyed the journey of

Reviewing my Tea Cups.

Please come back again

A Year In Review

2011-12-30T20:47:00.000-07:00

As I close the

Year 2011

I would like to share a few little thoughts with you. . .

I started my little blog 2 years ago. .

Just to show and journal my creative journey

I love the world of blogging. .

I have met some wonderfully creative bloggers. .

Most of all you are all so warm and welcoming

So much talent and wholesome creative energy

Has entered my life.

I hope in the coming year I can continue to blog

And be part of that good creative energy. . .

That is spreading across the world.

With that said I would like to show a few of my

Creations for 2011

My Biggest Project!

My Beautiful Blue Buffet. .

Started with this

I found it on KSL Classified. . .

I fell in love with it.

I used Martha Stewart's Faded Ink

And then I antiqued it. .

I have had so much fun decorating it.

My Beautiful Blue Buffet

Will always be a treasure. .

I painted so many thing this past year.

I can't believe how many pieces I actually completed.

(I will show more later)

Along with my painting I have been

Crocheting

Lace and Doilies abound in my home

I constantly have a crochet project going.

Me and Little Zoey (my dog) like to sit in the comfy chair

And watch our nightly shows on t.v. and I crochet!

I also want to show you the wall shelf and grouping I changed. .

I changed it from this. . .

(black is not my thing, what was I thinking?)

The softer color is more like me

I hope I haven't bored you to death. .

I know I love looking at the things that other bloggers

Do with their homes, and the creative things they do.

I want to show you more of the year in review.

So please do come back again

I do believe I will be linking with

French Country Cottage

My Romantic Home

The Charm of Home

Merry Christmas

2011-12-23T23:22:00.002-07:00

From My Home

MERRY CHRISTMAS

I am Linking to:
Between Naps on The Porch

A Stroll Thru Life

Funny Little Snowy Friends

2011-12-15T21:16:00.000-07:00

Oh, how I love

Snowmen!

And I especially like my little

Character's

They are full of fun and whimsey

I tell you they are Characters. . .

Just look at their faces and their little antics

Frosty was mild in comparison to my little Snowy Friends.

Every time I look at them I

Smile!

And isn't that what Christmas is about

Smiling and making others feel Happy.

Well my little Snowy Friends

Are doing just that

Making me Happy!

(My little Friends are from Fritz and Floyd)

I am linking to: : : :

French Country Cottage/Feathered Nest Friday

My Romantic Home/Show and Tell Friday

The Charm of Home/Home Sweet Home

It Is Beginning To Look Like Christmas

2011-12-14T20:50:00.003-07:00

Well, it is about time?

Yes, it is beginning to look like

Christmas at my Home. .

And it is about time.

I have never been so behind in decorating!

Finally I have a few things to show you.

Hope you enjoy visiting my

Home.

Since I don't have a Mantel. .

My Shelf

Is decorated in holiday style

This is the wall gallery. . . .

My shelf is blue, and the frames are blue and white. .

I love Red so I accented with Christmas Red.

Most of my decorations are from years past.

I love these prints of Santa. . . they remind me of my

Childhood and my Children's.

I found the three little Angels. . .just this year at DI

I fell in love with them. . .

Each one is different

Cute little expressions on their faces.

I can almost hear them singing Heavenly Joy!

Tradition, Tradition. . My Christmas if full of

Traditions and Treasures

There are things I have had for many many years.

A life time of years. . .

Each year I bring them out. . .my thoughts turn

To another time and another place.

To some they may just be objects. . . But

To me they are my treasures. . .of my life and of people I love.

Each holding a special place in my heart. .

So the ~~Mantel~~ Shelf is finally decorated and ready

For The Christmas Holiday. . .

How about you. . .

Do you love to surround yourself with

Treasures and Traditions. . .

At Christmas Time. . ?

I have lots more to show you. .

So Please come back. . .

I have missed you.

K
I will be linking with. . .
No Minimalist Here-Open House Party
Beyond The Picket Fence-Under $100 Party
The Thrifty Groove/Thrifty Things Friday

Great Christmas Ideas

2011-12-05T23:15:00.001-07:00

Well, Hello!

No I haven't forgotten my blog

So much is going on in my little space of the world.

Of course, this time of year is a busy, busy time.

I haven't gotten things at my home ready to show you. .

Sorry! I feel so overwhelmed right now. . .

But, I am going to show you some wonderful

Ideas from other great talented ladies.

You can find so much at Pinterest. .

I want to make some of these cute ruffeled trees. .

Aren't they just the cutest?

Now how about this?

I want my tree and home to look like this

Sigh!

Oh, What a Winter Wonderland!

Well, sadly to say, my place looks nothing like this. ..

I have been making Christmas pillow cases. .

Remember the pile of fabric I have. .?
I am still not finished making
Christasm Pillowcases. .

And to top it off it took me 3 days to thread my Serger. . .
.......Grrrrr!......

Well, I may be off for a few days. . .

I am trying to get things decorated before
The holidays are over.

Seriously. . . That is about the way things are going for me.

I already think I am ready for a

Long Winter's Nap. . .!

Tis' The Season For . . .

2011-11-30T18:59:00.000-07:00

I am so sorry I haven't posted

I have had Three, (yes 3)

Migraines

In one week!

I am prone to migraines, but I usually bounce back

But I haven't this time.

I guess I am getting older and it is

Harder for me to recover.

I will be back in a day or two. . .

Please come back. . . I wil have new things to show you.

(I happen to be the one sprawled out wondering What Hit ME?)

Hugs to all. . .K

Christmas Season Begins

2011-11-26T16:47:00.000-07:00

Thanksgiving to me is the

Grand Beginning of The Holiday Season!

How appropriate, as we think of all we are thankful for

We begin the rush to fill-up on more ~~blessings~~ stuff. . .

Oh, let me tell you I love the season

And I am the biggest stuff-giver, and getter there is. .

I actually didn't make the rounds for shopping this weekend...

I spent Thanksgiving Day with a major migraine!

Then I spent the evening laying on the couch while my family

Played games and ate left-overs. . It is all ok

But Friday late morning and Saturday I made my way to

JOANN'S

I bought a lot of Christmas fabric for projects I am doing.

OMGosh I love fabric. . .

I like the feel, the touch, even the smell. . !

I have already sewed this Christmas Fleece into a

Warm comfy throw, for ME!

Now just look at this fabric. . .How could you not love it...

Can't tell you what I am making. .. It is a surprise!

This OTTLITE was on sale. .

Of course, I bought it for ME. .

I wanted one of these lights. . . it will be on my table

Next to my chair where I watch t.v. and do my handwork. .

So. . . I was a happy person to buy all this FABRIC

And save MONEY!

Let the Season begin!

And let the Projects making begin!

Come back again. . .K

A Very Blessed Thanksgiving

2011-11-23T23:03:00.000-07:00

May you have a very

Blessed Thanksgiving!

I will be spending my

Thanksgiving surrounded by

My children and grandchildren

With a humble heart giving

Thanks for all I have.

Amen. . .K

Followers

2011-11-22T16:18:00.000-07:00

I have had to remove the pictures of my

Followers. . .

Some vicious person out there is

Putting the most disgusting pictures on

My blog as a Follower.

I don't know if anyone else is having this problem

I am going to report it to BLOGGER. .

How terrible there are people in this world

That would do something so disgusting. .

One of the reason I blog is because I love meeting the

Creative and great people who also blog.

I am so upset that someone would do this. .

I may leave blogging and go to something more safe

Is anyone else having this problem?

THANKFUL

2011-11-19T11:46:00.000-07:00

Thankful

"Come Ye THANKFUL People Come."

This is a hymn we sing in my Church. . .

I want to be a THANKFUL person

Everyday!

Have you notice that at the end of

THANKFUL

Is the word FUL (FULL)

Hmmm, I love that.

THANKFUL. . .

I give Thanks For the Fullness of my life. . .

"Raise the song of Harvest Home

All is safely gather in

Ere the winter storms begin."

"God our Maker doth provide

For our wants to be supplied.

Come to God's own temple, come.

Raise the song of Harvest Home."

A Thankful heart. . . .A Harvest Home. . .

BLESSED!

Please do come back for more

Thankful thoughts. . .K

Old Frame Made Old Again

2011-11-13T19:31:00.001-07:00

I like to find "old style" frames

Especially wooden ones. ..

I found this frame at DI

For $2

I forgot to take a before picture. .

(I always forget that part)

But let me tell you it was ugly

You gals know what a little paint can do for something. . .

Well, I used just plain old Ivory on this,

Painted the inside detail with a light brown.

Of course, I always use MinWax Provincial

I distressed it for the antique look.

Now I have a cute frame that is an odd size and a little antiqued!

I used a pretty Autumn fabric I found at JoAnn's

For the "picture".

Love the distressing. . .It really looks good.

November Vignette

This is my little Harvest girl I found at DI.

So there you see the November vignette I have on the top of

My television Cabinet ....

In December I will change the fabric in the frame to

A Christmas theme. .

I think I have ADD. . when it comes to decorating my home

I am constantly changing.

This was a fun and a simple little project to do.

Be sure to come back. . .K

I still have to show you what I made at

My Girl's Night of Crafting. . .

I am linking to these gals. .

Between Naps On The Porch

The House In The Roses

Dittle Dattle
A Stroll Thru Life
Coastal Charm

Girl's Night of Crafting

2011-11-12T20:41:00.000-07:00

I am so thankful for the

Daughters and Granddaughters I have

And very thankful they like to do

Crafts with me!

Friday night it was cold and stormy.

But, we were all together in

Melanie's house doing our favorite thing

Eating, talking, laughing, and crafting!

It was Girls Night Out for the Jackson Girls!

We all painted wooden things.

We get the cutest cut wooden letter and crafts

From The Wood Connection in Salt Lake City

We just had so much fun. . .

Even the littlest girls, 5 and 7 have projects they paint.

I have some talented granddaughters. .

I am so grateful for the Love, and Companionship

Me and my Daughter, Daughter-in-Law's

And Granddaughters have. . .

Oh, those granddaughters are little beauties in my opinion

A wonderful evening crafting, eating and

Lots of Laughing!

Even my little Zoey joined us. .

She just stayed close to her "Mommy"

She doesn't wander very far from me. . .

I will show you what I painted and completed

In a day or two. . .

Be sure to come back. . . K

My Nest Is Best

2011-11-08T20:21:00.000-07:00

Now that it is getting cold outside

And the Winter Snow and Wind are here

I like to be HOME

Oh, I am just an old homebody!

There really is no place like home!

I like decorating for

November. .

I love the colors of Autumn

Orange, Golden Yellow, Brown

All the warm cozy colors.

When my children were young, I read them

A sweet little book called

"The Best Nest"

By P.D. Eastman

It is about a little bird who doesn't like her nest. .

She thinks other nests are better

She searches and searches for the best nest. .

But

Soon she finds--- her nest is the best!

Once she finds out how much she loves her nest

She sings a happy little song. . .

"I love my home

I love my nest

In all the world

My nest is best!"

That is how I am feeling right now

In all the world My Nest is Best!

How about you. . .is your nest the best. . .

Stay warm and enjoy the warmth of HOME

I will be linking with

Savvy Southern Style for her Wow Us Wednesday

Be sure to visit. . .You will find lots of cute nests

November Odds and Ends

2011-11-07T19:39:00.000-07:00

I am still busy doing some

November things. .

Oh, just trying to get out the

Turkeys and Pilgrims is all.

And I have a little wood project going on.

Plus, you know Christmas is lurking around the corner!

So tonight I thought I would show you a few

Odds and Ends. .

Just a couple of things I have taken pictures of

And not shared with you.

Nothing great. . just

Odds and Ends.

First of all I have been meaning to show you

My Great-Grandma's rocking chair

Great-Grandma Pickering was a tiny little lady

Not even 5 feet tall. . .more like about 4'5"

She liked to rock babies in this rocker because her feet

Could touch the floor!

Next is a picture of Cousin Karma's needlepoint. .

Oh, she does beautiful work.

I showed you Karma's house in a earlier post

I found this beautiful doily at a yard sale for 50 cents

I can't pass up a pretty doily. . .I know how much

Time and talent goes into making one of them.

I am getting quite a collection of doilies. .

My own and those I find at yard sales and DI

I found this cute little lamp at DI

I only paid a couple of dollars for it.

Here is a close up of it. . .so cute!

I sold it to a little shop. . .one of the few

Things I have sold!

Oh, the chair. . well I love chairs. . and I can't

Seem to be able to let them go. . Ya,

I will end-up being called the "chair lady".

Another thing I have a "radar" for is

Milk-glass. .

Found this little beauty at DI for only $2

Ok, I am just about done with the

Odds and Ends. .

I had to show you this dresser scarf

The embroidery and crocheted edge is so delicate.

I have an elderly lady that was my neighbor for over 25 years

She had a stroke a few months ago and had to leave

Utah and move closer to her family in Illinois

I just had to have something that belonged to my friend

Something to remember her by. .

I was able to get several things. .

Especially vintage linens. . .

I thought this was so pretty and I love dresser scarves.

Well, there you have my

Odds and Ends.

Now I must finish up the November decorations

And the wood project.. . and crochet.

So much to do and so little time.

It is cold here in Utah right now. .

Another storm is coming our way.

I'm going to go cuddle with my cute little

Zoey and try to stay warm

Watch some t.v. and crochet.

How about you. . ?

Oh, here's the little Zoey

(she has a milk bone in her mouth)

She is such a sweet companion for me.

Be sure to come back again, and see what I am up to

Hugs, K

Amazing Things On Pinterest

2011-11-02T16:25:00.000-06:00

There are some

Amazing things on Pinterest.

(Pinterest)

Hmmmm!

Makes Me Wonder!

(Pinterest)

This picture says it ALL!

Is this not the sweetest thing?

(Pinterest)

Oh, My Gosh!

So tender and beautiful. . .

Just had to share some of my "repins"

I am feeling a creative dry spell

I have been busy this past month on other things

And my Blog has really suffered, and sadly

My Creativity has also suffered. .

Come back though

I do have some things to show you.

Hugs, Karie

Halloween Guests and Treats

2011-10-31T20:51:00.001-06:00

Well, the month of

October has ended. .

Halloween 2011 is completed

All the little Ghosts and Witches should be

In their homes safe and sound.. .

My little Trick Or Treaters

Visited me tonight. .

Cutest little Witch, Genie, Princess and Vampire

There could possibly be. ..

The little Genie, was quite impressive

Love the blue eye-lashes. . .!

Mommy Witch is also a beauty. .

Most witches aren't as pretty as she is. . .

Oh, the frightening scare of Halloween. . .

A charming witch, a girl vampire, and of course a little princess.

Little Princess didn't feel good. . and look at the "teeth" of the vampire!

Grandma had lots of treats for the little Halloween guests. .

Little Zoey was even dressed for the occasion. .

Although she didn't like it at all. .

She went to bed early,
The little Trickers were just too much for her.

Dragon Ball Z was off to a Halloween Party

I didn't get to see two of my little Trickers. ..

They were just too busy knocking on doors. .

They will get their treats tomorrow. .

It is a fun night for the children in all of us. .

I am glad it is over and they are all

Home Safe and Sound. . .

Happy Halloween!

Now lets bring on

November.

Halloween Candelabra

2011-10-26T21:56:00.001-06:00

I have to show you the cute

Halloween Candelabra

I made last year. .

I know you probably seen it before

But, I just have to show it again this year.

I made it last year from "junk" I found at the

DI. . Thrift Store

It is two sconces, a candle holder and two pieces of wood!

Then I found some old faux pearls and I pray painted them . .

It is amazing what you can do with "junk"

With a little help from my son-in-law

I was able to put it together. . .and

I have a cute

Halloween Candelabra. .

I am linking to these cute blogs

No Minimalist Here/Open House Thursday

Savvy Southern Style/Wow Us Wednesday

The Thrifty Groove/Thrifty Things Friday

Halloween and Fall Decorations Finally

2011-10-24T20:17:00.001-06:00

Ok, one week before

Halloween

And I finally have a few decorations out.

I do it just for the Grandkids. .

(Oh, what I don't do for them!)

Nothing fancy this year

Grandma is getting tired of putting up and taking down!

Do you know what I mean?

Of course those comical little ghosts have to be on

Display for Halloween Festivities. . .

I get such a kick out of them. . aren't I silly?

The little haunted house in the background

I found at the thrift store (DI) last year. .

I don't like scary things I only decorate in cute!

The Blue Shelf is ready for Fall and Halloween

Harvest plates. . . witches shoes, and a few pumpkins

And of course my little October Precious Moments.

My "old" Ghost I have had for over 40 years

Sits front and center on the coffee table

With a few other Fall decorations.. .

The little Candy Corn Baskets I have been

Crocheting are also displayed. . .

Well, this will do for now.

I have a few other things to show you

But, I will wait til tomorrow. .

I hope you have your Halloween decorations all out.

Like I always say,

"What goes Up must come Down!

I am going to be linking to these

Fabulous Blogs.

Be sure to visit them. . .you won't be disappointed.

A Stroll Thru Life/Tabletop Tuesday

My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia/Tuesday Treasures

Coastal Charm/Nifty Thrifty Tuesday
My Romantic Home/Show and Tell Friday
French Country Garden/Feathered Nest Friday
The Charm of Home/Home Sweet Home

Project Fail Rectified

2011-10-23T21:34:00.000-06:00

How can I give up as a DIY-er Wannabe?

Well, I couldn't give up. .

I posted earlier about my

Project Failure

And I just couldn't discard it.

So back to the idea board I went

And this is what I come up with

The Silver Beast

I painted the inside of the cabinet with

Martha Stewart--Chinchilla

I also used Martha Stewart- Opal

(I love Martha Stewart Paint)

But, to set it off and look unique

I painted the trim and the drawers

Martha Stewart's Metallic Silver.

Love it, and it gives the piece a finishing touch

I love how the drawers look. . .

I tell you, Martha has some beautiful new paint. .

Home Depot carries a whole new line of her

Metallic and Textured Paint

I really am pleased with how it turned out

When the project failed, I was heartbroken. . .

It may not be how I "really" wanted it,

But, I like it and it looks good in my living room

My blogging friend Kaisa suggested I hang the doors. .

Now that is a good idea.

I am going to have my son-in-law help me

Come up with a way I can hang the doors when

The television is not in use.

So what do you think, did I rectify the failure?

Come Back Soon . . .K

I will be linking with the following parties. .

Be sure to visit. .

Between Naps On The Porch/Metamorphosis Monday
The House In The Garden/Show Off Your Cottage
Dittle Dattle/Amaze Me Monday

What's A DIYer Wanna Be To Do?

2011-10-18T20:46:00.000-06:00

Sometime I wonder why I even try. .

Seriously!

As I have mentioned I had a

Project Failure

Now I am wondering

What's A DIYer Wanna Be

To Do?

I have envisioned putting my television

In a Armoire. . . (I have seen several spelling)

Well, they are expensive and this gal doesn't have it

So I have looked at DI

Now just to let you know I have a big honkin TV

Not one of those slim flat screens. . .

I have come across a few armoires at the DI

But, none big enough to put my TV in.

Plus they always needed so much repair work

Finally I found one that my TV would fit in

And the wheels of my brain, although rusty,

Began to spin. .

I looked throughout bloggerland

And I saw some beautiful armoires.

I wanted mine to be

White Distressed. . . Ya, that's what I wanted

Oh, yes a cute white armoire!

Of course I wanted doors.

Doors so I could close and hide the big honkin TV

Well, I found the right size and in fairly good condition at DI

It is hard work- sanding and priming and getting

A piece ready to paint.

The inside had to be painted. .

I paint out on my patio and the weather

Was starting to change. .

So I had the Grandson's move it into my house

I could finish painting and fixing . .

And then it happened. . .

It didn't turn out the way I wanted it to

The doors had to be taken off!

And from there it was down hill for me and my project!

The whole idea was to have the doors

I wanted to do something unique- - make it as

Pretty and charming as the ones I had seen in bloggerland

This is what I have in my living room. . .

I am not happy! Nope, I am upset!!

I haven't even finished painting it. . .

Well,

What's a DIY Wanna Be to do?

Like they say in the Western Movies. .

Get back on the saddle!

Cowboy Up!

So, I have dusted off the paint brush and I am back

In the saddle trying to re-invent my armoire idea.

Wish me luck. .

I really need it.

Be sure to check back and see what damage I have done.

Maybe it is better to buy a cheap new one. . .?

Project Failure

2011-10-17T16:50:00.000-06:00

Oh Darn, I hate when that happens!

Project Failure!

Oh, I had such a great idea for

The Monster. . .

It didn't work out the way I had planned.

I will show you pictures later.

Now I am back to square one!

Oh, darn. . What's a person to do?

Start Again?

Candy Corn Baskets

2011-10-12T18:18:00.004-06:00

Candy Corn abounds this time of year.

Everywhere I look there is

Candy Corn!

From Pinterest

A talented blogger made these. .

So sorry I don't have the name

Better Homes And Garden

Well, I decided I would make a

Crochet Basket

For the Candy Corn

Easy as could be. . .

But I can't really tell you how to make them

Because I make it up as I go

I have made a dozen of them. .

I will give them to Grandchildren

And Friends for a cute

October gift. .

I really will sit down and write the directions

I will post them later.

Hope your decorating is going better than mine

I will just get the Fall decorations up

And it will be time for Christmas. .

Oh, goodness, I had better stop

Crocheting and finish the decorating.

I will be Linking with these lovely Blogs.

Be sure to visit them. .
No Minimalist Here/Open House Party
Savvy Southern Style/Wow Us Wednesday

What's Up Wednesday/Woodsey

It Is October

2011-10-05T20:14:00.000-06:00

Oh, My Goodness!

Where is the time going?

Didn't we just celebrate the 4th of July?

Didn't I just put my summer decor out?

Ah, I do believe it truly is

October!

I am slowly moving along putting one season away

And bringing out another season. . .

Why, oh why do I do this?

But, I am just not one to leave things in my home the same. .

(I know I am not the only one that does this)

But, I am moving S-L-O-W!

By the time I have Autumn decor in place

It will be time for Winter and Christmas. . . .

Well, here is just a little bit of change

A few more of my crocheted pumpkins

A little Autumn Embroidery I did awhile back.

(not a good picture)

The little table vignette looks much better in real life!

This is my small dining area. . .

My table and blue buffet are so fun to decorate. .

I love how the sun come through the windows this time of year

It is in the mid afternoon, and it makes the room seem so cozy. .

I get a good feeling. . . I guess it is just a secure homey feeling

Interesting how sunshine and its rays will give you a good feeling.

Oh, but today is rainy, and the wind is howling. . .

It is that time of year for change in the weather. . .

I love where I live because I get to experience all of the seasons.

I am very busy right now painting a "monster" of a piece!

After my Blue Buffet I said I wasn't going to paint another "big" piece

Oh, boy. . .that didn't last long. .

I am at it again. . .and I have got to hurry and get it done

Not only to show you, but to get it off my patio before it is too cold!

Here is a sneak peek!

I hope it turns out the way I envision in my head. .

Check back. . .I hope to have it done real soon. . .!

I am linking to the following gals. .

Be sure to give them a visit. .

No Minimalist Here/Open House Thursday

The French Country Cottage/Feathered Nest

The Shabby Nest/Frugal Friday

My Romantic Home/Show and Tell Friday

The Charm of Home/Home Sweet Home

Busy, Busy

2011-09-29T22:38:00.000-06:00

Oh boy! Do you have those weeks

When you are just too busy to blog?

Well, this is definitely my week.

I am so sorry. . .

I have been busy getting things accomplished.

Anyway I am trying to accomplish!

In the mean time I am going to leave you with

Some cool pictures out in bloggerland

O the fall decorations. . . I wish I had!

Enjoy!

I will be back in a day to show you what I am up to.

Hugs, to all you sweet bloggy friends.

I found these on Pinterest

Aren't these pumpkins the cutest?

And this wreath!

Oh Wow!

What talent these lovely gals have.

I promise I will be back with my own

Autumn Decorating.

Crochet Pumpkins

2011-09-25T20:14:00.001-06:00

Oh, do I love threads and yarns

And fabric and lots of textiles!

Lately, I have loved yarn. .

I just can't get enough of crocheting creations.

There are so many beautiful colors and types of yarn.

So my stash just keep growing

And I keep crocheting.

Here's just a tiny view of what I recently crocheted.

Absolutely nothing fancy. . . !

But oh so fun to crochet and cute to decorate with.

My goal is to make lots of these cute pumpkins

And fill a basket with them. . .

But, I just had to show you how cute they are turning out.

I will be showing you more later in the week

I am slowly ( and I mean s-l-o-w) getting my

Autumn decorations out. . .

I do believe I will be linking up with these lovely blogs

Be sure to visit them. . .

The House In The Roses

Dittle Dattle/Amaze Me Monday
My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia
A Stroll Thru Life

Pillowcase Dress

2011-09-24T21:04:00.000-06:00

For Fun!

I haven't sewed little girls clothes for ages. .

Oh, I use to have my sewing machine whirling all the time

When my little daughter was young.

Her ruffles and ribbons were all made by me.

I had so much fun sewing for her.

She was a little dancer, so I sewed a lot of dance costumes.

I made each one of my little granddaughters blessing dresses.. .

(Sorry I would have to dig deep to find pictures)

Well, anyhooooo, I have been sewing again.

Nothing fancy. . .Nothing like I use to do.

I think I showed you the pillowcases I have been making. .

Well, I took the design idea and created this cute

Pillowcase Dress

They are very popular right now.

It is so fun to have my sewing machine whirling again

Making Little Girls Dresses. .

But, Now my Grandson wants me to sew him something.

More than happy too!

Sunflower Tea Cup

2011-09-23T17:10:00.002-06:00

Oh, dear I am lagging behind on my blogging

I am so sorry to my sweet followers. .

I have let you down!

I have been so busy. . . Projects and more Projects.

But, I am not quite ready to show you the things

I have been working on. . Just a little more time is needed.

And then I will show you some of the things I have done.

In the mean time I wanted to show you my

Sweet Sunflower Tea Cup and Saucer. .

I just love it.

It is just so cheerful and cute. .

This is the time of year for Sunflowers

And a Tea Cup makes a cute Sunflower.

I bought her many years ago, (20 years)!

This little set has cheered me and my home

For many years. . .

Here is a sneak peek of one completed projects. . .

I am pleased with how it turned out.

Brightens the room with the Autumn colors. .

I like the ruffles on a pillow. . . .dainty and cute.

Oh, there are many more projects. . .

Most of them not completed..

I will show you them in a day or two

I am going to link up with theses wonderful gals

Be sure to check them out. .

French Country Cottage/Feathered Nest

My Romantic Home/Show and Tell Friday

The Charm of Home/Home Sweet Home

Martha's Favorite/Tea Cup Tuesday

The Plumed Pen/Tuesday Tea

Do Fences Make Good Neighbors?

2011-09-14T17:13:00.000-06:00

I like the poem by

Robert Frost

Mending Wall

In the beautiful prose of Robert Frost

He asks the question. . .

Why do fences make good neighbors?

We make our fences in many different ways...

Some are natural fences and some we make ourselves.

Just what are we fencing in or what are we fencing out?

Are fences just another out-door game?

Artistic use of our energy?

Do the fences we build serve a purpose?

Are they there for safety and protection?

Most often we build fences that entrap ourselves.

Whenever I had damaged a relationship or friendship

My Daddy would say

"Go Mend Your Fences. . ."

Some of my fences I was able to mend

Sadly some were never mended. .

Do Fences Make Good Neighbors?

Have a wonderful day. .

And do come back again. . .K

What I Have Been Up Too. . . .

2011-09-14T00:16:00.000-06:00

Oh, My I have been so busy lately.

My blogging has really suffered.

I keep promising myself I will be much more

Organized with my time and get back on my

Regular Blogging Schedule.

Please be patient with me. .

One of the little things I have added to my life

Is my Littlest Friend.

Zoey

This little furry, chubby Yorkie

Is the newest joy in my life.

I have never had a dog of my own.

Oh, yes my children had pets and so did my husband.

But they took care of them, not me.

Now I have Zoey and I am thrilled. . .

I had no idea a little animal friend could bring so much happiness

I live a lone, and she is just my constant little companion.

We immediately bonded. . .

I just love her.

She takes up a lot of my time. . . But I don't mind

I would rather just sit with her on my lap than do anything.

That has got to change real soon!

But, I have managed to accomplish and finish a few projects.

I finished four adorable pillowcases

(The white chair was also painted during this time)

Lots and lots of pretty cotton dish-clothes.

Oooo! I love them

A cute ruffled pillow for a splash of fall colors.

I am continuing to work on a beautiful ripple Afghan.

My sewing machine is humming

With lots of fabric still waiting to be completed.

The abundance of yarn is also waiting for more

Crochet items to be completed.

September is a perfect time to get some of the

Christmas sewing started and possibly finished.

But my little Zoey is the most important right now. .

What a little sweetheart.

She has come to help me a long my life journey.

What have you been up to lately?

Carpenter Tools Remembered

2011-09-11T18:57:00.001-06:00

What would we do without

The wonderful skills and talents of a

Carpenter?

My Papa was a carpenter. .

Oh, how I wish I had a piece of his carpentry work

And I wish I had the tools he used.

I remember so many of them. . And

I remember the wooden tote he used to put some of his tools in

When my Papa died in 1980, no one thought to keep his tools

When you are young you don't realize how sentimental

Some old carpenter tools would be later in your life.

My Son-in-Law (RJ) is lucky to have some of his

Grandpa's Tools. . .

RJ has made a cute display for the tools

RJ has hung this collection of his Grandpa's tools in his own

Workshop behind his garage.

RJ (son-in-law) is very talented with the skills of a carpenter.

They are just "old tools"

But, they belonged to a beloved Grandpa.

Back in the day of my Papa and RJ's Grandpa. .

Tools weren't powered with electricity. ..

The power behind the tool was ManPower!

My Papa's hands seemed huge to me.

And his arms were as strong as could be.

But, he was as gentle as a lamb.

He was a Carpenter.

He could build anything. . .

Including Me!

Linking to
Between Naps On The Porch/Metamorphis Monday

September Changes

2011-09-08T16:24:00.002-06:00

SEPTEMBER

Seems to be the month of

Change.

The days become shorter

The weather is cooler

The trees are starting to change to their

Autumn Colors.

SEPTEMBER

Bring a new Season

AUTUMN

And with all the changes in nature I too make some changes

I have been reluctant to let my Summer go. .

It came so late where I live

But, alas, I must say good-bye to Summer

I am gradually bringing out the September Decor

Changing my buffet is so fun

I love Fall colors . . .

Orange, yellows, browns and all shades in between.

Of course I have to display a cute

Autumn scene plate.

I found this "old" plate at the thrift store DI

Cost me all of $1. .

And you know me, I seldom pass up a plate!

It is nothing fancy on the Blue Buffet. .

But, it makes me happy when I look at

My September and Fall colors

Each day I am adding a little more of my Fall decor

How about you are you adding the beautiful colors

Of September and Fall. . . ?

I am joining

On Sutton Place

French Country Cottage

The Shabby Nest
My Romantic Home

The Charm of Home

The Thrifty Groove

Sunflowers

2011-09-08T10:43:00.001-06:00

Aren't Sunflowers Fun?

I love them. .

My Grandma use to say they were weeds!

Oh, Grandma! They aren't weeds. .

They are from Mother Earth

Scattering her sunshine. .

They are so cheerful. . .

It amazes me that they can grow in the worst

Growing conditions, and Survive. . .

And still be so Beautiful

Year after Year. . .

They bring Beauty and Happiness to all of us

Happy Yellow Sunflowers. . .

They brighten the Country Side.. .

You know they follow the Sun

They face the Sun. . from East to West

As the Sun makes it progress across the sky

The Sunflower's little face is always turned to it

I think there are lessons to be learned from

The Sunflower!

Take a walk today

And notice the Cheerful

Sunflower

See you a little later. . .with a little more. .

Come back. .K
Little Red House/Mosaic Monday

Karma's Home

2011-09-05T22:02:00.000-06:00

Hello everyone,

I hope you have enjoyed your

Labor Day Holiday!

I sure have. ..

Remember to be thankful for the

Labor Movement. .

That is what gave us the weekends!

And we all love the weekend, don't we?

Well, I traveled back to my little hometown,

And while I was there I visited

A few of the relatives. .

I want to show you

My cousin Karma's cute house

Nothing fancy, just a cute lived in HOME

Enjoy the pictures of

Karma's House

The home was built in about 1932

I love the architectural style of the house

Karma is very talented with hand-work

She has done the crocheting and the needle work

Isn't this chair unusual.

Someone was going to throw it in the garbage

And she ask if she could have it. . .

Thank goodness there are some of us

Who appreciate antiques and vintage things!

This chair my great-Aunt found at DI.

Karma's Rabbit collection.

Below is one of the many pieces of tapestry she has

The yard at Karma's house is as beautiful

And well kept as the inside

Thank you cousin Karma for letting me

Showcase your beautiful Home. . .

I will be linking this to these wonderful blogs. .

The House In The Roses

A Stroll Thru Life

Daughter's Kitchen Revealed--Beautiful!

2011-08-29T18:42:00.003-06:00

I am so excited to show you

My Daughter's Kitchen. .

You may recall early in the summer

I told you how she wanted to Re-do her kitchen. .

This is how it looked after she took all the

Wall-paper and border off the walls and back-splash

The story goes that she was thinking of painting the cupboards

Dark Brown. . .(oh, no!)

I suggested to her that she paint them a deep dark Red

Then antique over them. .

And that she paint the walls a creamy yellow. ..

She was a little sceptical at first but later

Admitted deep in her heart she wanted them Red

She just didn't know how it would go over with her Husband, RJ.

Well, with some gentle persuasion she convinced him

Red was the way to go and Yellow was the color for the walls. .

He was soon on-board and suggested

bead-board and crown molding!

RJ is one handy guy and soon it was all taking shape

Well, here it is today!

TA-DA

It is so cute!

I love all the cute "country" things she has on the drop-down

She actually found the curtains she wanted
Before she started painting. . .

Just so happens they match!

Daughter and her Husband did a beautiful job

I just showed them how to paint the cupboards

And how to antique them. . .

They worked on this during the hot months of July and August

When I would go in the garage to help paint. . .
I would have to leave

Too hot for this Momma!

Just a few minor things to finish up. .

She wants a glass door for her pantry. . And

She has some old windows she wants to fix up

For the drop-down shelves. .

Good job Sweetie!

She says she isn't talented like her Momma,

But I disagree!

She out-shines me in so many ways.

She used

Martha Stewart Paint - Barn Red

Antique was Min-Wax - Provincial

Behr - Whisper Yellow

I am linking to

Between Naps On The Porch/Metamorphosis Monday

The House In The Roses/Show-off Your Cottage

Dittle Dattle/Amaze Me Monday

A Stroll Thru Life/Table Top Tuesday

Savvy Southern Style/Wow Us Wednesday

Shabby Creek Cottage/Transformation Thursday
Bunny Jean Decor/Bunny Hop Wednesday

Tea Cups Oh My!

2011-08-25T16:51:00.001-06:00

You all know how much I love

Tea Cups

It is my latest ~~obsession~~ collection!

I have collected quite a few in a short time.

I am always on the look-out for

Tea Cups

Well, take a look at these

Tea Cups. .

I found these on Google Images

Anthropology

I may have to try making one of these.

I bet I could!

Oh, I want one of these or maybe several

They are Rings. . .How cute is that?

Oh, this lamp is beyond cleaver and cute. .

How about that?

The above pictures make my ~~obsession~~ collection

Look very simple and ordinary. . .

But, that's ok. I love My Tea Cups. .

Take a look at. . .

My Tea Cup Collection

This is only a few of the tea cups I have.. .

I will show you more later. .

All these cute tea cups and I don't drink an ounce of tea or coffee.

I will be Linking with

Beverly for Pink Saturday

Martha at Tea Cup Tuesday

Must Love Dogs

2011-08-24T22:05:00.002-06:00

I come from a family of Animal lovers. .

Especially Dogs!

I think my husband would have given me up

Before he would give up his dog . . .

He loved All animals,

But we always had a Dog.

I could give you a long list of the names

I still remember them.

(and I miss them, almost as much as I miss him)

My children have inherited the Love of Dogs. .

They all have dogs. .(and some kitties too)

In our family we have, Lucky, Lily, Bo, Annie, Hannah, Bruiser

And an assortment of Hound Dogs with names I can't remember.

But, I am sad to say I don't have a Dog. .

I just enjoy my children's pets. .

I made my son this pillow

Dog Lesson For People

You know Dogs really can teach us some valuable lessons. .

Be Loyal and Faithful

Play Every day

Drink lots of water

Forgive quickly

Avoid biting when a growl will do!

Sit close and listen

Follow your instincts

Give more than you receive

Take Naps

Be a Best Friend

Love Unconditionally.

If you have a little animal friend in your life

Be kind and gentle and good to him or her

They are special little creatures of our Heavenly Father

They truly are our Friends!

I will be linking to. . .

On Sutton Place/Open House Thursday

The Shabby Creek Cottage/Transformation Thursday

A New School Year

2011-08-23T14:57:00.002-06:00

Today was the beginning of a

New School Year

For my Grandchildren and other

School Children in the School District where I live. .

I always feel nostalgic when a new school years begins.

It bring back so many memories of my own school age years

But most it brings back memories of my children's

I was one of those Mother's who cried on the first day of school

And when they left for college and LDS Mission I sobbed!

I am just a tender person and each milestone in my life

And the lives of my children and now my grandchildren

Causes me to feel a little "blue",
But also filled with joy and happiness.

The School Buses were rolling this morning. .

Thousands of school age children headed back to school.

I am so grateful for the loving care
And safety that is provided for

The children. . . I know that they are in good hands.

The neighborhoods were quiet today. . .

But the schools were filled with laughter and chatter

As nervous little ones filled the halls and rooms.

Isn't it a marvelous thing. . .
The Education of our Children?

So many People are involved and
So much Time and Energy goes into it.

Yep! Today School Started. .

I wipe a tear or two. . .and then

Move onto the next day and the next.

Good Luck to all you youngsters

From the Senior in High School

To the little Kindergartner. .

May you have an awesome School Year!

Blue Early American Chair

2011-08-22T11:52:00.002-06:00

Well, hello Blogger Friends!

Where is the time going? Another Monday is here!

And August is on it's way out and going fast.

Ooooo I don't like it!

Don't get me wrong I love the Autumn season

But, oh my, Time, please slow down a bit.

Not ready to let Summer go.

Oh, well, I can't do anything about it. .

Just enjoy the days and the moments I am in.

Well, anyhoo, on to my cute

Blue Chair. .

I found this adorable Early American style chair

At DI for $8.00

I have always loved Early American style of furniture.

When I was first married in the mid 60's (1966)

Early American was my choice in furniture style.

It just always seemed so cozy and homey. .

So when I came across this piece at the thrift store

Of, course I had to have it.

It is solid maple. . . .

This is it now!

It had a broken spindle. .

But my son-in-law made a new one for me.

I actually spray painted this chair. .

Chairs are so time consuming to paint.

So I used my favorite spray-paint. . .Rust-Oleum

Colonial Blue.

I think my next painting project will be the table you see

It is Early American also. . .1966

I am really pleased with how The Blue Chair it turned out.

It looks cute in my living room. ..

The chair is sturdy, and comfortable.

My Living room is small,

So I can't have a large chair in there.

This fits just perfectly.

Well, I am off to run errands and then

Spend some time getting my crocheting project done

So I can show you. . .

A little side note. . Daughter's kitchen transformation is almost

Ready for the big reveal. . .I can hardly wait to show you.

Linking to these fine gals. . .Be sure to visit them

The Thrifty Groove/Thrifty Things Friday

Between Naps On The Porch/Metamorphosis Monday

Dittle Dattle/Amaze Me Monday

Southern Hospitality/Thrifty Treasures

Savvy Southern Style/Wow Us Wednesday

August - Beauties of It's Own

2011-08-18T21:55:00.003-06:00

August

The tail end of a beautiful Summer!

Sometimes it is hard to see August arrive. .

For in August I know that Summer

Is on it's last bloom. .

Ahh! I want to enjoy every moment of

What Summer still offers. .

The season has not been as it usually is. .

Summer had a late start

And the temperatures have been mild

Oh, one of my favorites. .

A Beautiful Red Fresh Vine Ripe Tomato

The Roses are beginning to bloom again.

A Gorgeous Showcase of August Beauty.

In the words of Charles Dickens

"Nature gives to every time and season

Beauties of its own"

I hope you have had a beautiful Summer. .

I am Linking with

French Country Cottage/Feathered Nest

My Romantic Home/Show and Tell Friday

The Charm of Home/Home Sweet Home

Finished Crochet Pillow

2011-08-14T00:01:00.004-06:00

Hello Everyone!

I Hope you are having a great weekend.

It was a little warm outside today. . .99

So I spent most of my day inside doing

Some Housekeeping

Oh, I don't mind

I love keeping House.

After the housekeeping was finished

(Is it ever finished!?)

I finished up my crocheting project. . .

My friend Sue has made a few of these

And I liked the cute fluffy ruffles

So, I had to make one for me.

I made it into a round accent pillow

I used Bernat--Softee Baby Yarn. . .

I like the soft feel of the yarn

And I really like the pastel colors.

It is a real easy pattern

If you are interested you can go HERE for directions.

I think it makes a cute girly ruffled pillow. .

It would look very nice on a cute girly bed!

Hope you will come back again. . . .K
I am linking with ..
The House In The Roses/Show-off Your House
Between Naps On The Porch/Metamorphis Monday
A Stroll Thru Life/Table Top Tuesday

From The Beehive Cottage

2011-08-12T21:25:00.000-06:00

I like to visit this cute blog

The name behind this adorable blog is
Maryjane
She is one of those blogs I go to for
A good feeling, I guess you would call it
Comfort. . Ya, that's a good description Comfort
She is one of the
Sisters On The Fly
She has an adorable vintage 1957 trailer

You can go HERE and read about it and see more pictures

How Cute is that? I think the little dog is the cutest!
Well, if you go to her blog you will see the latest
Glamping
Oh yes, it is camping to a whole new level. . .
Take a look

Another adorable dog. . Maybe that is what I need.

This is a tent! Yes, a tent.
Decorated, Homey, and Comfy!
Can you believe it?. . .You have got to go to
The Beehive House
Maryjane has lots of cute things at her blog
Take a look, it is so
"Comfortable"
I think I could handle camping in this type of style. .
This is making a Home no matter where you are.
Please do visit Maryjane at
The Beehive House

A Summer Cold!

2011-08-12T16:49:00.001-06:00

I have been M.I.A the last few days. .

Because I have been S.I.C.K!

I don't know what the deal is. .

I have a C.O.L.D!

A summertime COLD. . .

And can I just say. .

It is not a good thing!

Headache, congestion, earache, sinus infection. .

Oh, good grief, I know you don't want to

Hear all about the yuckieness of my summer cold!

Suffice it to say. .

I have felt T.E.R.R.I.B.L.E!

On the good side . . .I did do a little crocheting

When I wasn't in bed feeling sorry for my sick self

I crocheted. .

I actually started this before I got sick

My friend Sue showed me the cutest blog

It has lots of crochet ideas. . .

You can go HERE to see the blog.

Cutest English Gal that loves to crochet and decorate

And be a Mum

Attic 24

Crocheted a couple of

Dishcloths. .

Once you use crocheted (or knitted) dishcloths

You don't want to go back to the flimsy store bought ones.

I just couldn't wait to show you this crochet project

The crocheting is done, but I am making it into a pillow

It is the same pattern as the doily I showed you

Only this time I used the softest yarn. . .

I can't wait to show you how it will look as a pillow.

I just ran out of energy today and didn't get everything done.

So even though I didn't feel good

I accomplished somethings. .

I hope you have a great weekend. .

The month of August is moving along tooo fast!

Come Back Again. . . K

I am going to link to. . ..

French Country Cottage/Feathered Nest Friday

The Charm of Home/Home Sweet Home
Common Ground/Vintage Inspiration Friday

Ironing Day

2011-08-09T18:03:00.001-06:00

I love to

Iron!

Really I do. . .

I learned to iron at a very young age. . .

Back when we didn't have starch in a spray can

Nor did we have spray bottles full of water. .

Or nice irons that produced steam

Back when I was young. . . we dampened our

washed cloths with a "sprinkling bottle"

(I guess that is what they were called)

Then we would "roll" the clothes and put them in a bag.

We always washed on Monday's and when I married

I kept that day as Wash Day. . So

Tuesday is Ironing Day!

Today that is what I did. . .Iron

I ironed my clothes and then I ironed some

Pillow Cases. . .

I will stack these gently on the linen shelf

They will be nice and crisp when I put them on my bed

Just a little life pleasure, fresh crisp ironed pillow cases.

This pillow case I found at the DI. . $1.

(have you seen the outrageous cost of bedding at department stores?)

I am so happy when I find something at the discount stores

And even better at DI

I love the beautiful detail and embroidery work. .

I found these lovely pillow cases at a yard sale for $2.

No, I don't iron sheets. . . Although I use to. .

But now, I don't iron them . . .oh, unless they are wrinkled.

I love a beautifully made bed.

And I am a little "different" with the sheets I have on my bed.

I like a plain colored sheet on the bottom and

A printed sheet on the top. . .

(I know, it is just a little quirk I have!)

Most printed sheets come in a package with the bottom and the top

So, I buy a plain bottom and then I look in DI for a

Nice printed top sheet. . .Found this one the other day. .$1.

I just have this last table cloth to iron and then I am done.

I can't wait to show you this one. . .I got it at a yard sale.

Oh, And it is Vintage!

Well, how about you. . Do you like to Iron?

And do you like a particular type of sheet?

I know I am not the only one with quirky ways. . (?)

I am going to link this with

Faded Charm/White Wednesday

The Thrifty Groove
Bunny Hop

Come back again. . .K

Roosters And Hen

2011-08-08T19:03:00.000-06:00

Hello, Hello

I hope you are all enjoying the beautiful

Sunny Days of August . .

I am so excited to join Shelia at

Note Songs

She has a lot of Roosters, Hens and Chicks

Be sure to visit her. . .HERE

Not to forget Sweet Marty at A Stroll Thru Life

For Table-Top Tuesday.

You can visit her HERE

Ok, Now on to my Little Roosters and Hens. .

I love this cute little ~~Rooster~~ Excuse me that is a Hen!

I found ~~him~~ her at a yard sale. .

And I just had to have her. . .

I think she is about early 1950

Such cuteness with my Grandma's sewing machine drawer. .

(notice there are even little hens in the fabric tablecloth)

Another cute vignette with my Hen. .

I have had so much fun adding to the vignette. .

A small Rooster and Hen are actually S/P Shakers.

The Rooster plate is part of a set that hangs on my drop-down

Love these plates. . I have had them for awhile. . .

So there you have my vignette of Roosters and Hens. . .

I hope you have enjoyed seeing my very small

Collection of Roosters and Hens. . . I do have a few more

But, these little darlings are the ones I decided to showcase. .

Please do visit

Shelia at Note Songs

And Marty at A Stroll Thru Life

Come back again. . .K

Love Affair of Textiles

2011-08-07T22:46:00.002-06:00

Oh, it may sound like a strange "Love Affair",

But it is true I love Textiles. . .

I come from a long line of textile lovers. .

I remember as a child going in Fabric Stores

And row after row of fabric on bolts. .

My Mom loved textiles

My Grandmother's loved textiles..

My Great-Grandmother also. .

And I know it goes way beyond them. .

My Aunts and Cousins are textile lovers. .

So you see I come by it naturally.

"Something in the hands that have the desire to create".

Here is just a small sampling of my own textile loves

That I have lovingly created. .

I have so much more I want to show you. .

You have only seen a portion of my crocheting and my textiles

I am in love with Vintage Textiles. .

My cedar chest is full of them. . and

I must get them out and enjoy the look, the feel, the touch.

The colors and the texture . . .

Hankies, doilies, tablecloths, pillow cases. .quilts

Anything that is Textiles and is Vintage.

I search second hand stores, and antique shoppes. .

But I also love "new fresh fabric. .

(I have a large stash)

I recently came across the cutest blog

Sweet Cottage Dreams

These pictures come from her blog

Click HERE to see her blog

She too has the love for vintage textiles

Isn't her collection beautiful

Sweet Cottage Dreams

I am linking this with Cielo at

The House In The Roses

You see a lot of Cielo on my blog

She inspires me. . .

She too loves Textiles. . .

I am also linking with
Little Red House
She hosts Mosaic Monday

Do Come Back Again K

I think I will get those beautiful textiles out of my

Cedar Chest and show them to you. .

Simple Pick of Flowers

2011-08-05T19:19:00.000-06:00

Isn't it beautiful the way

Mother Nature

Changes the colors of her Gardens

Even in the same Season . .

I love walking the garden paths and seeing the varied colors

I want to pick a flower from all the colors displayed. . .

But, today I chose Yellow. .

Just cheery and bright. . .Yellow flowers seem to say

"Hello!". . . "Good Morning. . ."

"Hope you are having a wonderful Day"

It doesn't take many flowers to cheer me up. .

A few tucked in my Grandma's Sewing Drawer . .

Brightens My Day. . .!

And how about you. . .Do flowers brighten your day?

I am linking with these fine ladies. . .

Hope you will visit. .

Rose Vignette/Fresh Cut Flowers

French Country/Feathered Nest

My Romantic Home/Show and Tell Friday

The Charm of Home/Home Sweet Home

Tender Thoughts

2011-08-02T21:09:00.002-06:00

Am I the person I think I am?

Am I the Woman I want to be?

More importantly am I the Woman

The Lord needs me to be?

(Adapted from a quote by Sheri Dew)

Do I show Kindness and Compassion

Am I … Peaceable and Gentle?

Am I full of Mercy and Good Deeds?

Am I Understanding,

Do I share my Wisdom

Am I Fair and Forgiving?

All these Tender Qualities I work on each day. . .

Most Days I fail . . .

But I know there is always another chance to

Be who He wants me to be

Because He Loves Me.

I am Linking To

Faded Charm/White Wednesday

Delightsome Life/A Return To Loveliness

A Helping Hand

2011-08-01T20:00:00.000-06:00

It is nice to give a

Helping Hand!

The past few days I have been

Helping a couple of my children. .

(Adult Children need our help too)

My sweet oldest son brought home some apricots

And needed Mom's help

Making Apricot Jam

24 Pints of Yummy Jam

Mom is always willing to help!

Sweet little daughter

Decided she wanted to re-do her kitchen

Typical "honey oak" cabinets. . .

She was tired of them and the wall-paper

Soooo. . . .Mom suggested

Red Cupboards and Yellow Walls

Well, My sweet little daughter isn't like her Mom

She isn't as bold with color. .

But. . . .

This is where we are right now. .

Walls are painted Yellow

And Cupboards are painted Red!

With Provincial Antiquing. . .

And Beadboard added to the snack bar and cupboard ends.

Re-doing a kitchen is a MESS!

Bless her heart and her husbands and her sons.

But, it is going to be beautiful!

Can't wait to show you the results.

So between Apricot Jam, Re-doing a kitchen

Painting chairs, and frames, and crocheting. .

Church responsibilities, Girls Camp

Not to forget Granddaughters softball games. .

It has been a very busy summer.

I love keeping my hands busy

And I love lending a helping hand!

Come Back Again. . .K

It Doesn't Take Much

2011-07-31T22:26:00.001-06:00

It really doesn't take much

To make things a little

Prettier, Cheerful

And Inviting. . .

My Front Door is very simple and plain

But, with a little Welcome sign

And a basket full of flowers. . .

It looks much better,

Cheerful, and Welcoming

My little basket I found at DI
Only 50 cents.

I already had the flowers and the moss

So it basicly cost me nothing.

Something new, and Pretty. . .

It really doesn't take much!

I will be Linking to. .

The House In The Roses. . .

Southern Hospitality

My Darling Pink Chair

2011-07-27T12:51:00.004-06:00

Several months ago Cielo at

The House In The Roses

Showed the cutest Pink Chair. ..

I fell in Love with it!

I knew I had to have one. . .

Yes, there was no holding back. .

I wanted a Pink Chair.

I am in love with Pink right now. .

Blue and Pink has always been my favorites.

Well, Cielo inspired me. .

And this is my Pink Chair.

Not exactly the same as Cielo's,

But It is Mine.

I am still working with it. .

Trying to decide the best place for it in my home.

Right now it is in my Bedroom. . .

But, I think I will try it in my Living Room.

I like it to set my white linens on. . .

It creates a lovely space. .

I am so happy with the wonderful blogs like

The House In The Roses

I gather so much inspiration from so many talented ladies. .

Here is another inspiration Cielo has given me.

I have a similar chair and guess what?

I want to paint White!

Just like Cielo's

I know, I know I am a Copy Cat!

Actually, it is a HUGE compliment when someone

Copies You. . . I at least give credit where credit is due. . .

(My next project painting a white chair)

Cielo

The House In The Garden

Thank you for the beautiful blog you share with all of us.

Please take a visit to Cielo's

You won't be disappointed. . .

Her photos are gorgeous.

Here is a beautiful one I am closing with. .

I most definitely am linking to these other

Inspiring Blogs. . .

You gals Rock!
No Minimalist Here

Beverly at Pink Saturday. .

The French Country Home

The Charm of Home

Please Do Come Back Again. . . K

Loving My Tea Cup Collection

2011-07-25T20:18:00.003-06:00

Oh, boy, my Tea Cup Collection is growing!

My family and my friends are always on the look for

Tea Cups for Me. . .How about that?

My DIL found this one for me. .

Loving the double handles.

Look how cute inside the cup

And the center of the saucer has the same design

It was so sweet of DIL, Shelly to think of me when she saw

This adorable Tea Cup and Saucer

It says "Johnson- England" on the bottom.

Tea cup and Saucer under my cloche' just because it's pretty!

Did I show you these little pretties?

Found them at the thrift store for 75 cents. . .

Love the pearlized orange colored edges.

Now, look at this beautiful little silver tea server. .

Found it also at the thrift store. . .new...still in the box!

Oh, how I have longed for a silver server. . .

My table looks beautiful with this little "tea"setting. .

But, of course you know I don't drink tea or coffee. .

But, I can still enjoy a little lemonade, or warm cider in my

Beautiful Tea Cups . .

Do come back again, K

I will be linking to these lovely blogs. .

Be sure to visit them

A Stroll Thru Life/Table Top Tuesday

My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia/Tuesday Treasures

Coastal Charm/Nifty Thrifty Tuesday
Rose Chintz Cottage/Tea Time Tuesday

Martha's Favorites/Tea Cup Tuesday

The Thrifty Groove/Junkin Friday
Sweetology/Tea Time Tuesday

Raggedy Ann and Andy

2011-07-24T20:59:00.002-06:00

Do you ever have a time when

You know you have found a "real" treasure?

Well, that is what happened to me

A few days ago, while shopping at the Thrift Store.

Not only did I have something I liked very much

But I knew I had something of "real" value.

For 50 cents I found Raggedy Ann

She is so cute and in mint condition.

For another 50 cents I have her partner. . Andy

They are porcelain dolls made my

Marie Osmond. . .In 1997

They are very rare and are now retired.

As always there is a story to getting them. .

My friend Sue and I decided to go to the DI

In Salt Lake City. . . . (we are both DI lovers)

Sue spotted Ann and handed her to me,

Another person grabbed Andy. . .(not to worry)

The other person wanted me to give her Ann

Of course I said, NO! (politely)

Well, that person followed me around the store

While I continued to shop for "stuff". . .

She wanted my Ann!

I think she was hoping I would decide I didn't want the doll

And I would sit her down somewhere. . .(not goin to happen)

As Sue and I were heading to the check-out

The lady came up to me and said "here is your Andy"

Oh, Wow! I thanked her and gladly took Andy

Of course she knew as well as anyone. . . who is

Raggedy Andy without Raggedy Ann!

After doing my research on the Internet

I found that I certainly did have a valuable treasure.

At first I thought, "oh I can sell them"

On, second thought. . . Ain't goin to happen!

Nope!

There is still a little girl inside of me

And she loves Dolls. . .

Once they are in my home and I get to know them. .

I don't part with them. . . Just how I am.

So. . .

Raggedy Ann and Andy

Are staying with ME!

Come back again K

I am linking with these great parties. .
Be sure to visit them.
Southern Hospitality/July Thrifty Treasures
The House In The Roses/Show off Your Cottage Monday
Passionately Artistic/American Pickers

My Vintage Whites

2011-07-19T21:54:00.003-06:00

I have wanted to show some of my

Vintage Whites

They are really mine from a long time ago

Like I have said before

Everything I have is now VINTAGE.

But, I am fine with it. . .it just means I have

Lived a Blessed Life.

I have a cedar chest full of beautiful Vintage Whites

Just look at how beautiful the "cut" work is

Battenberg Lace

More of the Beautiful details of my Whites

So crisp and clean

Oh, I must start using these Beautiful Whites

Nothing like Vintage Whites

Have you noticed the little Pink Chair. . .

Well, that is one of my newest completed projects. .

Love it!

I will be linking to . . .

Faded Charm/White Wednesday

Beyond The Picket Fence

No Minimalist Here
The Charm of Home

Infinitely Rich and Beautiful

2011-07-18T17:01:00.001-06:00

The Roses are slowly fading until the next bloom

They rest for awhile in their quiet chambers

And then they

Come forth in Splendid Beauty. . . Again

Sometimes I need a quiet moment. . .

To observe the silent chambers of my heart

I find there is simplicity and poise in my soul

And I am awakened to the beauty that surrounds me.

I gain a sacred reverence for life. . . for my life.

"There are somethings you learn best in Quiet Calm

And somethings are learned best in Storm"

(Willa Cather)

I have learned in both calm and storm how

Infinitely Rich and Beautiful Life IS.

I am joining. .
A Return To Loveliness at A Delightsome Life

Creating With Thread

2011-07-17T20:00:00.005-06:00

Oh how I love doilies!

My Grandma Dot taught me how to

Crochet. . when I was a young girl

My Granny also crocheted

I come from a long line of women who

Create with Thread

I am so glad I know how to do this

Beautiful Art

Here is one I just finished. . .

I love how it looks on my oak dining table

I have a lot of doilies. . .and each one is

Special and Beautiful.

I recently read a sweet article in the magazine

Crochet World

The title is "A Connecting Thread"

I could relate to the author, Kerrie Barney

She too came from a long line of women

Who made beautiful things out of thread. . . .

She said her mother would tell her

"All the women of our line are extremely

Talented in the fiber arts.

There is something in the hands,

An itch to create."

Well I have inherited something in

My hands. . .an itch to create.

I am linking this with

Between Naps On The Porch

The House In The Roses

Dittle Dattle

Little Red House/Mosaic Monday

Savvy Southern Style/Wow Us Wednesday
My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia

Enjoying a Summer Day

2011-07-16T16:27:00.000-06:00

Oh, what beauties the Summer brings. .

Clear skies, Blue Lakes,

Children Playing. . .

Families gathering

What Do You Do In The Summer-Time?

Families and Summer go Together!

Madalin Chair/Harp Back

2011-07-14T16:32:00.009-06:00

I finally finished the

Madalin Chair

(that is the name I gave her)

It is a beautiful Harp Back Chair

I found it at DI several months ago. . .

I thought for sure I had a picture of the before look

But, I guess I didn't take a picture of the poor little thing.

She was actually in real good shape. . . . just ugly!

It is always amazing how a little paint and pretty upholstery

Can make such a dramatic change. . .

After painting it white. . . it did need a little character so. .

I shabbied it. . .(distressing)

I am going to sell her. . . I don't know how I will be able to

Part with her. . . .When I re-create something
I become attached.

But, my house is filling up with my attachments. .

So. . .I will sell Madalin to someone who will love her.

I think she is probably from the 1940's

A knock-off of the Duncan Phyfe Style.

She is so pretty. . .I really enjoyed

Re-Creating her. . .

And she looks very well in my home!

I am going to linky this little creation with

Some of the great blog parties. .

Hope you will visit them
French Country Cottage/Feathered Nest

The Shabby Nest/Frugal Friday

The Thrifty Groove/Junkin Friday

How Sweet The Sound/Pink Saturday

Tatertots and Jello/Weekend Wrap-up

Funky Junk/Saturday Nite Special

Perfectly Imperfect/All Things Furniture
Six Sister's Stuff/Strutt Your Stuff

And Please Come Back Again!