Thursday evening....

Hey guys! I've been reading about how folks are getting their gardens ready to plant...well, I guess you could say that about Hubby and me. We decided that we were going to try a raised garden this year. Mind you, neither one of us really knows what we're doing, but oh well, we'll learn as we go. I have already learned that treated lumber is perfectly safe to use...you don't have to worry about contamination and hopefully it will last for years to come. I have also learned that bags of dirt are heavy and expensive! We have bought about 12 bags so far to the tune of about $80 plus dollars. I'm sure you're asking why we didn't buy a load and have it delivered??? Well, we thought of that, but there is not enough space to dump it where we need it, so we thought this would be easier for us. Lesson number three...do not try to pick up bags of dirt if you have a bad back. In fact, stay as far away from it as you can. Okay, enough of the garden...on to what I have been working on.

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This is one of my (most) favorite things in a while....I have been wanting to do this for a long, long time and couldn't seem to find a pattern to suit me, so I sat down with the kitties the other day and fiddled around with it, until I got the look I wanted.

His name is Raeford Johnson and his arms and legs are jointed. He's got sooo much personality and can be found here:

http://www.homespunandprimitives.com/store/WsDefault.asp?One=1211

 I would love to offer him as a pattern, but still haven't had a chance to figure all that out.

Maybe in the next few weeks.....

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Here's a new sign that I finished up and added to my web site this evening.......

Perfect for anyone living in the South or from the South!!

You can find it here:

http://www.homespunandprimitives.com/store/WsDefault.asp?One=1212

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You all are not going to believe this, but I haven't finished my taxes yet...I almost have all the numbers ready and hopefully by tomorrow Hubby can do his part! Every year, I say that I will never do this again, but guess what??? It just kinda sneaks up on me. Not sure if it even matters if the government shuts down tomorrow. 

If you haven't been by my web site lately, stop by soon. Lots of new goodies to see!!

Thanks so much for stopping by and I would love to hear from you all.

Until next time.

Hugs and Blessings,

Shari

Thursday evening....

Hello All!

I noticed today that I have over 300 followers! Can you imagine? I want to thank everyone that has signed on for all this. It seems like I don't have much to share these days. Same ole, same ole.........but, it's been a rather interesting week for me.
I haven't realized in a while how much time I actually spend on my computer and on-line for that matter. This week I have come to realize that I spend a lot of time piddling around picture trails, blogs and facebook. My hubby told me once that you can really get sucked into it. I have to admit, maybe I am one of those.
On Sunday, my computer started acting up a bit with certain sites, but I didn't think much about it. Then on Monday it was a little worse and then by Tuesday, it was really bad.......couldn't access certain sites at all. I didn't play on the computer at all for over 24 hours. It was like withdrawal!! Well, not really, but I hardly knew what to do with myself. It's amazing how much time I spend popping on and off the computer. I found myself feeling like I do when the electricity is off at my house.
Do you have any idea how many hours you spend at your computer in a days time, weeks time, in a month???
My new goal is to check early morning, noon and before bed. If I have new handmades to list at one of my selling sites, I'll do it at one of those times. It's amazing how much I have accomplished this week!! Lots of new goodies on my web site.
Check it out here:
http://www.homespunandprimitives.com/store/WsDefault.asp?iNew=New
Keep checking in the next few days, more is on the way!

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This a sampling

the front page WEB SITE special has changed................

Grungy Homespun Eggs....only $4.00 set of 6.

check it out here:

http://www.homespunandprimitives.com/store/WsDefault.asp?One=1031

THANKS FOR STOPPING BY!

Shari

New for Friday...........

HAPPY FRIDAY!

New handmades to share for Friday....

Shelf with nubbie candle and grungy tag.

This is pretty neat...tag can be personalized with saying or date.

$14.99

You can find it here:

http://www.homespunandprimitives.com/store/WsDefault.asp?One=1206

I am really excited about this piece....just finished this up today and have already sold 5 of them.

Primitive inspired spoon holder.

Spoons are included.

$13.59 in your choice of colors.

You can find it here:

http://www.homespunandprimitives.com/store/WsDefault.asp?One=1205

More new goodies coming soon!

Take care!

Thanks for stopping by today!

Shari

a chilly, Thursday evening...........

It has turned Winter-like in NC on this March Thursday. I thought I was going to freeze today. The wind has been blowing all day and my Bradford Pear Tree made my front yard look like it was snowing. Supposed to be even colder tomorrow.

I just wanted to check in and let you guys know that I have updated my web site with new goodies! This is one of my favorites:

You can check out the new stuff here:

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



Look for more updates in the next few days.

I'll be back soon.

Hugs and Blessings,

Shari

Sunday Afternoon......

Happy Spring you all!

I can't believe it has been 2 weeks since I have been here to post. Boy, does time fly when you're busy. I don't know about you guys, but I seem to have a few problems adjusting to the time change. I seem to be tired quicker than usual, but oh well, I'm sure it'll be fine in a few more days.

I am so blessed to have so many wonderful customers and I want to Thank everyone for their continued support of my web site and my products. It means the world to me to have such wonderful folks buying my handmades!

This is part of an email that I received recently and wanted to share what this sweet lady had to say.


Hi Shari!
My pillows safely arrived in RI today! Your sewing skills are most impressive Shari! My pillows are more beautiful than imagined.

My husband has been dealing with numerous health issues. Fortunately for us, we have wonderful support from family members and we thought these pillows would sum up how much we love them for everything they have done for us. We just can't wait to present them!!

Thank YOU for designing such a gorgeous pillow that can provide numerous kinds of sentiment. I'm so happy I made sure to order one for Larry & I! We will treasure it for many years to come.

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Well, I've been at it again....working on my web site. Never found anyone to do what I wanted for the graphics, so I did it myself. Not fabulous, but ok for now....

 

Working on getting new goodies on my site and hopefully in a few days they'll be plenty to show you.

For now, all I have is a new special.

 

Board with Nails

ONLY $5.00 each!!

You can find it here:

http://www.homespunandprimitives.com/store/WsDefault.asp?One=624

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I've noticed that a few more folks are offering their designs as patterns. I've been trying to figure out how to do it as well. Any helpful hints to share???

Well, I still have a few things to do on this Spring Sunday, so I'm going to close for now. Thanks for stopping by!

Until next time.

Hugs,

Shari

Sunday....

Happy Sunday to you all!

I hope everyone is enjoying their weekend. It's still chilly here, but at least the sun is shining. We're going out for lunch soon, so this will be short.

There are new sale items on my web site along with a new Web site special. These change often and without notice. 

Web Site Special

Only $3.00 Each.

You can find it here:

http://www.homespunandprimitives.com/store/WsDefault.asp?One=886

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New Sale Items Here:

http://www.homespunandprimitives.com/store/WsDefault.asp?Cat=SALE

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I'm still looking for someone to do those few graphics for me. Just a few things, not a complete web set. Thanks!

Be back soon with a couple of new things.

Shari

Crazy Couple of Weeks.....

Hey, all of you out there in Blogland! I have missed you guys and I really have to get busy catching up on all of you.

My Dad got sick a couple of weeks ago and ended up almost having bypass surgery. He had two arteries closed at 95% and one at a 100% closed. SCARY!! considering he is around 80 years old. But, after what I personally believe to be a miracle and lots of prayers...he had 3 stints put in. He is home now and slowly regaining his strength. I have spent lots of time with them the past couple of weeks and I want to urge you all, spend as much time as you can with your loved ones. You never know how much time either of you have left.

I have been playing catch up this weekend with everything! Housework, laundry, cooking  and of course Orders! I really miss my normal routine, but it's ok...I'll be back on schedule soon.

Can I ask you guys for some assisstance? I am going to work on my web site in the next few days  (or weeks) and would really love to have someone make me :

1) a webtopper (in just a textured neutral color) with my name, Homespun and Primitives

2) 2 coordinating backgrounds (maybe one that looks like homespun) and the other to match the webtopper

3) and a matching add to cart button.

Could someone do that for me at a reasonable cost? If so, please, please email me:

shari@homespunandprimitives.com

I haven't been doing much of anything new, but I have managed to get this finished and I love how it turned out....

Before I close this post, this is the Web Site Special (until further notice):

Only $5.00 each

Grab it while you can!

Find it here:

http://www.homespunandprimitives.com/store/WsDefault.asp?One=888

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Be sure and check out the SALE category too!

Have fun watching the Super Bowl Game!

Be back soon!

Love,

Shari