New for Tuesday........

Just a quick post to say Hey and share a few new things!

I'm finally getting back into my normal routine. Getting caught up on some orders and getting a few new things on my site. It's still really hot here, but there were a few showers around this afternoon.
It seems most folks are working on Fall goodies and wanting to see what's new...I'm working on a little bit of everything.
Here's a sampling:

Grungy, ooak make-do birdPrimitive Fall sign.....

Love how this turned out....so prim!!

OOAK, old flour sifter...

OOAK grungy bonnet.......shipping included!!

Prim wood pumpkins with lots of moss....

Prim wood heart...

Homespun Prairie Bird Make-Do....

This isn't everything and not everything is on my site yet. 

You can the new stuff on this page:

http://www.homespunandprimitives.com/store/WsDefault.asp?iNew=New

That's all for now....Warehouse 13 is coming on SY FYsoon!!! Love that show!!

Hugs and Blessings,

Shari

Saturday morning, giveaway winner and rambling....

Well, another week has flown by and I haven't accomplished (near) what I needed to....the beginning of the week was pretty much taken up with Dr's. appointments. I was supposed to start a new treatment for my blood problem, but by the time Wednesday rolled around, I had talked myself and my oncologist out of it. After attempting it on Monday and Tuesday, I thought it best not to try on Wednesday. Maybe, someone was trying to tell me something, huh??? So, after careful thought and consideration, we have decided to try a new medication and see what the numbers show in 30 days and then again in 60 days.

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This has been an all day process for me trying to make this post....I keep getting interrupted and can't seem to find the time to sit back down. I wanted to finally announce the July Giveaway Winner!! It took a little time to hear back from the winner, because she was on vacation. I didn't want to just give it to someone else and now I am so glad that I didn't.....the Winner for July is:

LOUISE Y. from Akron, Ohio!

Congratulations!

and Thanks to all that entered!

I have been so busy that I haven't thought of anything to do for August, so I think I will take a break for a month or two. It's so hard trying to keep up with all the entries and making sure that everyone gets their name in the HAT.... I have made promises that I am going to slow down the pace and this is the beginning.

Another way that I am trying to slow down is making everything that will fit and can be shipped in priority boxes from the post office. You can't imagine how much time is spent trying to find boxes to ship signs, shelves and odd shaped items in.  And the cost to do it!!! It's totally out of control...I have flat rate shipping charges and it used to work out. Nowadays, maybe  10% of the time, my flat rate covers the shipping. The fabric items work out most of the time, but 4 orders this week  cost me more than what was charged. I'm sure that everyone is running into the same problems as me, any ideas??

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Well, Saturday has turned into Sunday and I'm still working on this post....before it gets any later and Sunday turns to Monday......this is the Special of the Week over at my web site.

the Gathering Room Pillow

Only $5.49 ea.

You can find it here:

http://www.homespunandprimitives.com/store/WsDefault.asp?One=462

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Look for new goodies coming soon to my web site!

Thanks for stopping by and take care! I'll be back (sometime) soon!

Shari

Mexico Pictures....

Happy Sunday to all! Finally, went through the piictures from our trip and these are some of my favorites.....let me warn you there are several..........

Grand Villas Spa and Resort.....quite an entrance!!!

From our balcony

Ancient Ruins at Tulum...I loved this!!

Shopping...Playa del Carmen!!

Airport Bar....

Had to share some pictures of the food!!!

Salad we had at dinner one night....

Main Course....steak and ???

Dessert...chocolate????

Our room at Grand Villas...

Bathroom....fabulous tub!!

Sitting Area....sorry bout the mess!!

Outside area.....loved this !!

Lounge Area.....

Flowers in courtyard.....

Hope you all enjoyed these! Loved the trip, but I am glad to be home!!

Hugs,

Shari

Friday morning.........

Well, a lot has happened since I last posted here. We just got home from a busy vacation in Mexico. It was such a wonderful place to visit,  EVERYTHING was included!!! Food, drinks, snacks, room service, spa....did I mention the drinks??? I'm usually not much of a drinker, but the Pina Coladas (spelling?) were the best. The weather was nice almost the whole time. A few showers here and there, but always a nice breeze.
We were so pampered the whole time. I love having someone pick up after me and not complain! The food was a little different, but finally decided room service was the way to go for me. I could order pretty much what I'm used to, only with minor differences. And they set it up sooooo nice for us.
We went on a tour, did some sight-seeing and shopping while we were there, but the open markets and such are pretty much the same in whatever country you're in. Couldn't tell much difference in Mexico, the Bahamas, Grand Caymens....just the sayings on the T-shirts are different. LOL!! We did buy a few pieces of jewelry (always sterling silver, cause of the good prices) I bargained with one vendor to save 48.00 on a bracelet. I was very pleased and he seemed to be as well. T-shirts were a bit pricey I thought...almost $20.00 a piece and that was with the discount. But, we picked up a few anyway.
I'm always a little nervous about buying too much stuff, because of going through customs, but even that was a breeze this year. So exciting to get more stamps on my passport! (I was a little disappointed when we went to the Bahamas last year on the cruise, cause we didn't get any stamps at all.........)
We were in Mexico five years ago and couldn't believe how much it had changed......it seemed to be much more up to date and current (for lack of a better word) . The old, delapidated buildings are being replaced and the roads are sooo much nicer, 4 lanes in a lot of areas and even the Taxi's are newer. I took quite a few pictures and will post some  after I have a chance to go through all of them.

Just wanted to check in and let everyone know that I'm still around, as it was a little harder there for me. I couldn't ever get signed on to my blog to leave comments, but I did read a few now and then. It's amazing how much you can miss normal, every day....looking forward to getting back to my routine. Right now, we are heading out to eat....I'll be back soon.

Shari

Wednesday morning.........

Good morning all!

Hope you all are well on this warm Wednesday morning. I'm wondering if it is ever going to cool off???? It's 94 degrees and it's not even 11:00 yet....

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My week got off to a rocky start on Monday...of all things, I woke up with a temperature! I immediately called my MD and got in early in the day. A little concerned as we are leaving for vacation soon. They did a few tests, but haven't received all the results yet. The blood work did show that my iron and hemoglobin are going up, however slowly. But, my Ferritin SUCKS!! Back down to 4...dr. says I'll probably have to have iron infusions. Anyone ever had them?? Would be interested in hearing from anyone that has.

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I've been busy doing these......

Small bonnet...

Button bonnet...

Candleboard for Etsy Sale...

Candy corn....

Finished X-stitch

Painted Crow for Web site..

Mini dough board returns to web site.....

One of a kind for web site....

Pumpkins for order...

New Style Sunflowers

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I am staying busy these days with orders from my web site, wholesale orders and inquiries, as well as trying to keep my craft booths full. In between, I am organizing for our trip.

Got tons to do today...started this at 10:30 or so and now it's almost 12:00. Lots of interruptions today. Be back later with more pics...

Hugs,

Shari