JuSt OnE oF ThOSe DAys....

Today was one of those DAYS when I didn't accomplish a whole lot.......actually I didn't do hardly anything but putz around the house. It was a beautiful, sunny day and usually I am so productive on these kind of days, but not today.... I think maybe I just needed a slow day. It was late in the afternoon before I even got in the shower!!! (I am usually up and ready to go by 7:00- complete with makeup! ) And I probably wouldn't have by then, but had to go to the store to pick up a few things to make dinner. We had bratwurst complete with peppers and onions, potato salad, baked beans and chips for anyone that wanted them. Pretty tasty!

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On to more exciting things..........I've been working on our bedroom a little when I have had a few minutes to spare. Obviously, it hasn't been a priority, as it's not my favorite room in the house. We actually use it for more than just a bedroom...Bill's computers, servers and office is in the one end. I have my exercise bike in an opposite corner. What DO these die hard prim decorators do with their computer "stuff" and the like??? We absolutely have to have access on a daily basis. Plus, my furniture is a little too formal for my taste these days. Don't get me wrong, we have a really nice set that we purchased several years ago when we lived in the 3,000+ square feet, 3 story Traditional Colonial House. Lots of changes since those days!



I have decided to use my prim goodies, regardless...and I must say the room is much homier and cozy.

Cherry 4 poster bed....

Triple Dresser with some of my new goodies....

Hi-boy Chest with tv....my favorite drawing, painted chair, quilt and shaker boxes. That's my handmade shaker chests peeking in from the hall....
Small grouping beside dresser....

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Has anyone else been having issues with google? It seems to be a little better, but earlier I couldn't access blogs at all.

I think I can finally get this to post!
Hope everyone has a great Memorial Day Weekend!
Be back soon.
Shari

BuSy, BUsY,BuSY....

As it turned out....I spent most of the day sewing! I had several Prairie Dresses and Dusting Caps that I needed to make up for orders.

The little dress I made specially for me...hanging on kitchen side of dining room door...

These are so cute! I'm making one for myself to hang in my bedroom, maybe on one of the bedpost???

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After having a conversation with a dear friend of mine...I have decided today that I am adding a new category on my web site. It will be for goodies (mostly wood pieces) that I happen to find and re-do, strictly one of a kind items. Look for it soon!!

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And lastly, a few things that I'll be taking to Just Plain Country in Walnut Cove

I really needed to make some signs for there. I hardly had any left, plus I'm working on a few more things. Probably won't get over there until Friday afternoon........

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Don't forget! Getting close to my 200th post, but you have the rest of the month to enter.

See ya soon!

Shari

200th PoST GiVeAWaY

200th post coming soon!

I missed doing "anything" for my 100th post....it didn't EVEN cross my mind. So I decided to do something for my 200th and that will be any day now.
This is the way it will work....Thought it might be nice to enter everyone that makes or has made a comment thru the month of MAY! And then do the drawing on the 31st. So keep in mind....for each comment, you'll have 1 entry. And if you sign up to be a follower, you'll get another entry! Plus you'll also be entered in my web site monthly contest~~yipee! 2 drawings! 2 Prizes!

~~ 200th Post "Giveaway Gathering"~~

A burgandy cutting board, Primitive Collector mini sign, mini sugar cone wrapped in grungy cheesecloth, a jar of rag balls topped with homespun, metal star, room spray, grungy candle and holder, little bunch of Sweet Annie plus a homespun doily!

Giveaway for Continental US only, unless you want to pay extra shipping for international.

Look forward to hearing from y'all!

Hugs,

Shari

JuSt A FeW ThoUghTs to ShARE...

First, I want to thank everyone that leaves a comment(s) or signs my guestbook! I try to answer most, but haven't quite figured out how to always do it. Please be sure and send me an email address if you don't have a blog.........and the reason for that is~~~I am nearing my 200th post and everyone that leaves a comment in MAY (on my blog) will be entered in a drawing for a Givaway! I will post more about this tomorrow.

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I also wanted to share Betty and Dan's new address for all of you that might be in the area or going to the area.

Crocketts Country Store
7982 Fancy Gap Hwy.
Fancy Gap, Va 24328
Phone: 276-728-4452

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Also here's the address for Tammy's fabulous store.

Pilot Mountain Peddlers

102 E. Main St.

Pilot Mountain, NC 27041

Phone: 336-368-4999

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More OOAK SALE items added on my web site today!

That's all for now! Be back soon!

Shari

TwO PoSTS iN 1 DaY...

What's this all about?

I have finished the lids to my crocks and wanted everyone to see! I love, love love the way they turned out! They look so nice in the kitchen.

Before

After

I painted the lids a really nice green that compliments the crocks so nicely. Cait suggested the color but, I was a little apprehensive at first.. I usually paint everything black, and wasn't sure that I would like the change. BUT, it looks so nice that I'm glad I listened to her and went with the green.

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These are a few of the goodies I have for sale from the (closing) craft booth. I'll be adding more all week, so keep checking back for the bargains!

Hope you all had a nice weekend!

Hugs,

Shari

SpECiAL of The WeeK...

This wonderful handmade patchwork pillow is the special of the week on my web site..........

Only $4.98

9 patch pillow is made from assorted homespun fabrics and is about 11 x 11 inches in size. Each pillow is basically one of a kind and made on a individual basis. Due to the handmade nature, all will vary slightly from picture! The backing is homespun....This is a smaller version of the ones I made for my chairs. You can find it here:
http://www.homespunandprimitives.com/store/WsDefault.asp?One=818

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Later today, I will be adding some great bargains to my web site. I have lots and lots of prim goodies from the booth in Greensboro that I have decided to sell on my site instead of packing them away. Some have never been offered before.

http://www.homespunandprimitives.com

Be sure and look for them under the OOAK SALE category.........

Be back soon.

Shari

KinDa LAzY SaTuRdAY....

Everyday this past week was so busy for me that I decided to do as little as possible today. I didn't even want to go out to breakfast. Stayed in my jammies until 9:00, made some sausage and eggs and proceeded to find something to watch on TV. BIG shocker!! Nothing and I do mean nothing on TV to spark my interest. So I decided to think about making a pork roast in my crock pot. I have been wanting to make BAR-B-Q for a long time and today was the day. I must say it turned out pretty fabulous!! But, we have enough to feed a small army! LOL! Maybe I can freeze some of it.
Okay on to better things.......

This is a set of crocks that I bought from a street vendor last weekend....Not sure exactly where they will end up, but they are very nice quality and will be great to add to my collection.......

Also, found this jug in Pilot Mountain last weekend too. It is much larger than it looks in the picture. Found a matching vase too. I'm thinking they might be nice in my bedroom...

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Another one of my tweaking days resulted in this.......re-did this wall last week. I added some samplers and I made the checkerboard to fit the space. I am REALLY happy with the way it looks now. It has been hard to get the desired look with the cathedral ceiling, but everyone has commented how much they like it this way. I also took down my quilt from the rack and added a couple new things, including the runner from Crockett's Store.

I made a new round table "topper" from patchwork and new pillows for my wing back chairs....very pleased with that look as well. As soon as I can decide on some fabric, I'm covering my lampshades. I covered one in my dining room and I still like it so that's a plus.

Next, we have my fireplace...I have been racking my brain for something a little different for the Spring/Summer. Decided that I really like the greenery in my wire basket. I think I will re-paint my kneeling bench tho, in a burgandy or mustard color. It doesn't show up as well as I would like for it to.

Finally got my lids made for the crocks that I want to use for trash and recycling in my kitchen. It has been weeks since I bought the crocks, but I haven't had a chance to look for wood. I ended up buying 2 pieces of 24 x 24 oak something or another. It was really easy to cut and they turned out SOOOO nice, but I didn't get them painted yet.....maybe tomorrow!

I have sat here way longer than I intended to...more pictures to follow in the coming days.

So until next time.

Hugs,

Shari