Spring Sale

Not alot going on since it has warmed up and I'm able to get outside and play in the dirt! lol Our house sold and we are packing for a move in May so I probably won't be aruond here much, alot going on right now, but we are having a spring sale at Heart2Home, 25% off all items for the next 2 weeks, so hopefully I won't have to pack it all! LOL Enjoy the season and keep crafting!

Mad about Madder

My natural dyeing books recommends that when I start a madder dyepot, to have plenty of dyestuff on hand. BOY, is that ever the truth! About 2 weeks ago I put a big handful of dried madder root in my dyepot, and I've been dyeing pot after pot full of fiber! First, and experimentation with a linen/cotton blend fingering weight yarn. Lovely! Then, silk scarves. gorgeous! Next, some cotton bandannas. More subtle colors, but still gorgeous. I'm on at least my 5th full dyepot from that same handful of madder root, and it's still going strong. You can find naturally dyed madder spinning silk, yarn for knitting or crocheting, and beautiful silk scarves and hankies all in my etsy store.

Spring Renewal

Spring!

A time of new beginnings, cleaning out, sprucing up,planting gardens,tending to and remaking older gardens.

Redecorating homes.

A time and a season for fresh new things.

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At "Garden Goose Gifts "(www.gardengoosegifts.etsy.com)

We have a New Item perfectly suited for your redecorating project.

A symbol of new life,new beginnings, and a fresh start!

Our Butterflies and Branches vinyl wall graphic adds that perfect touch to your walls.

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Or perhaps you wish to spruce up your Country Kitchen this Spring with a touch of "Farmhouse Charm"?

We have a darling "Farmhouse Country Quilted Wall Hanging"

waiting to grace your kitchen or dining room wall.

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Stop by for a visit, and see the fun variety of items that help to turn your house into a "home"

~The Garden Goose~

Apron Crazy!

I have gone apron crazy! Certifiably! My workspace is covered in fabrics, linens & trims. The sewing machine is humming at all hours. And I'm having so much fun.

Here is my latest apron creation. It is crafted from the "Harvest Apron" pattern in MaryJane's Ideabook using Mary Engelbreit fabric.



The large panel on the front is actually one big pocket. It is perfect for gathering eggs or vegetables from the garden. Or for wearing around the house and picking up stray items as I tidy my home.

I hope to have some more lovely "Harvest Apron" in my FarmhouseBlessings etsy shop soon!

Blessings,
Lea of Farmhouse Blessings

Spring slings- Sew your own!

There are so many gorgeous fabrics, I can scarcely choose which ones to sew with! I adore buttery yellows, a paisley of any hue, blues with chocolate browns and anything with a honeycomb print;) If you haven't been to my store lately I have added several in fresh prints for spring and summer- cool cotton for the worm months ahead. They make lovely gifts for new mama and papas.

Though all of my creations are special the sling is the star of the show. My slings are designed simply for easy use, made with beautiful fabrics and the babies love them! Our babies need to feel our warmth and breath, and we need to take care of those needs while still getting things done. Babies who are carried in slings spend more time in a quiet alert state; this allows them to spend less time fussing (because they are comfortable) and more time learning about their world.

My slings all include a pattern so you can make your own for personal use, this way you can match them to your moods and make gifts for friend’s baby showers!

Rebekka
www.bebebella.etsy.com

Hello From Sunny Portland!

I'm very excited about our new Spring collections at Farmgirl Flair! I love the bunnies, the wall hangings, quilts and I can almost smell Kay's soaps from here.

Farmgirls are about the most creative people I know. You will always get value for dollar spent here. And you will find variety and inspiration.

My Spring project is bags, bags, bags! I'm using vintage fabric and laces and ribbons imported from France to create market bags and handbags with a Retro European flair. Each bag comes with it own history. The first, Corinne's bag, tells its story on its hangtag ~ A sweet story about the day in 1956 when Corinne had saved up enough francs to buy it and how she showed it off to her art school friends who found it tres chic indeed. The bag is made from vintage fabric, has a sweet fabric rose, and ribbon imported from Paris. It's such a special bag!

I hope you wander about our stores and enjoy our wares. We certainly enjoy bringing them to you!

Happy Spring!

Patricia
The Playful Farmgirl

Sewin' my heart out!

Things have sure been busy around here lately! This is the slow season for Backwoods Junction yet I’ve still had several special orders come in recently and have been working to get those filled. In the meantime, I’m trying to get my stock built up for a big event I’ll be attending in September. Marengo Cave, in southern Indiana, is hosting its 125th anniversary on Saturday, September 6, 2008. The event is called Marengo Cave Discovery Days and they are expecting a crowd of 3,000-4,000. Needless to say, I need to get sewing! I’m also working on a new booth design that will attract passers-by and cause them to stop and shop! My product line has expanded from just the 12” country folk art dolls, which remain my most popular item, to 7” dolls, Christmas tree ornaments, hand-embroidered pillows and wall hangings, and quilted items. I hope to have a big selection done in time for the show. If you’re in the southern IN area on September, head on down to Marengo Cave and swing by the Backwoods Junction booth. I'll be the one in the apron!

Pictured below is some items I currently have for sale on my Etsy shop. which can be found here.

I hope you all have a wonderful, creative Spring!

Rachel @ Backwoods Junction