Farm Chores

Farm Chores
Farm Chores, my favorite needle punch

I have recipes in these seven Gooseberry Patch cookbooks

I have recipes in these seven Gooseberry Patch cookbooks
I have recipes in these seven "Gooseberry Patch" cookbooks

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

New Curtains instructions

 I am getting so many inquiries about my curtains. I guess I could make them and sell them , but I will share my pattern with everyone. Anyway, I like helping others. I bought some off ebay, I think for $25 a curtain, well it is nothing to them. This curtain, I made for probably $4.00 I think it took me 2 1/2 yds of material.I will try to explain, cut each panel approx. 28" x40" (I have large windows). When cutting out the panels be careful how you cut them, if you have the material on top of each other place both printed sides facing each other, because they meet in the middle from opposite directions. You don't want both panels to be cut the same way.


Then approx. 22" from the inside start cutting almost like you are taking out a triangle piece to meet the bottom outside corner. Hem all away around the curtain. On the top make approx. 2 1/2" open for a curtain rod to go through.

I actually bought this material to match some curtains that I have in my dining room, I think the match is perfect.
The girl on ebay hangs hers with jute on a nail and I tie them back with jute, The tying back is what gives the scalloped look. I hope this helps, If I can make them anyone can. Let me know how you get along or if I can help. Believe me I am no professional, just out to save money whereever I can. To be on the safe side you may want to try 3 yds. of material. And you can change the size depending on your window measurements.I love the primitive look of these curtains. I would love to see pictures if anyone else decides to make them.

Hugs,

Lecia

Here are two pictures of my curtains from ebay laying flat that may help understand my instructions.

Monday, August 23, 2010

New Curtain I made and Crow sitter I forgot I had and my new candle mat.

Today I made me a new kitchen curtain, my first curtain. Then it hit me today, hey I won a scarecrow shelf setter off  ebay a while back and forgot that I had it, so I decided to put the shelf sitter in  my enamel pan with my other fall goodies. And last   is a picture of the new candle mat that I finished.My second candle mat.

Monday, August 16, 2010

Another prize from Crows Creek giveaway!

Today I received another awesome prize from the http://crowscreekprimitivesgatheringforum.blogspot.com/ This package was from Libby http://rustyshedprims.blogspot.com/  I love the picture, doll and stacked pillow arrangement. Please check out these wonderful blogs and talented artists. Thank you Libby!!!

New Bonnet

This is a new pattern that I am trying, it is a little different than the other bonnets that I have made. This pattern was a little simplier for me. I like both styles of bonnets really. But I enjoyed making this one, the pattern wasn't quite as frustrating. I still need to coffee stain it.

Sunday, August 15, 2010

Dustpan from Apple Tree Cottage

Yesterday I received my dustpan that I ordered from Martha at http://appletreecottage.blogspot.com/
Martha does beautiful work. I was going to display it on my door, but decided to hang it on the wall so I could see it better!!! Don't you just love it!!! Check out Martha's blog and etsy shop!! Thank-you Martha!!!

Saturday, August 14, 2010

More goodies from Crows Creek Primitives Gathering, Old Settler's Days Giveaway

Today I received more gifts from http://www.crowscreekprimitivesgatheringforum.blogspot.com/  The first is from Ginny NH Crafter. It is the cutest crow, flower on a sifter display, Look at the tiny ladybug. Soooo cute! Next is a package from Deb Turner http://www.debsprimitivecountrykitchen.blogspot.com/ , She has made the cutest olde settler books and also 3 rusty stars. I just love everything girls, thank you so much!!!!

Friday, August 13, 2010

Two more Prizes arrived!!!

I went to the mailbox today and to my delight there were two more prizes from http://crowscreekprimitivesgatheringforum.blogspot.com/  The first one is the cutest pin keep and 2 prim hang tags from from Maureen http://stitchesandmore.blogspot.com/  Thank-you Mareen. and the second package is the cutest towel set by Kitty http://shabbykatprimitivessundriesnsuch.blogspot.com/ Thank you Kitty. I love these goodies from these talented girls!!!!

Jar with candle burning inside

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It is hard to believe I have had my blog for 10 years. I am married to my sweetheart Ronnie for 40 years now. I have a son and daughter, a wonderful son in law and 4 wonderful grandchildren. I work two jobs. I am a full time school nurse at a wonderful country school and a part time hairdresser. I love all types of crafting. I love making primitive prairie bonnets, dolls, love wool applique, making wreaths and cross stitching.