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Art field trip

2012-01-19T20:23:00.000-08:00

My wonderful teacher friend, Annalei, (pictured center)took me to visit her artist friends, Eddie and Carolyn. Carolyn paints. Eddie is a woodcarver. My friend Anneli took me to their exotic home and I relished each piece they showed me. I will share a few pieces with you here. But all I can say is I loved the experience far and above what I can describe for you. It was an honor to meet these truly lovely people. I hope you enjoy.

Isn't this kissing mother endearing?

This is the most magnificent wood carving. Really an inspiring piece. Nice aura.

You are jealous, no? I can hardly impart what a fun time it was..really.

xo, juls

April's Chocolat Mouse

2012-01-17T19:16:00.000-08:00

We had a little dinner party on Sunday. Our friends came over and brought their kids. We have two kids. Well, I still brought out my fine china, silver and set a fabulous table. It was so Mingle. Anyway, my darling friend, April, brought dessert. Chocolat Mouse that she made from scratch, mind you. But see these glasses? They belonged to her mother-in-law. Our friends last name is Irelan. You get the picture. These babies tasted as luscious as they look.

xoxox, juls

January Posting

2012-01-12T15:08:00.000-08:00

Spring is on the way. I am so happy because that means I might possibly be living in a house we just opened escrow on, and drum rollllllll.......adopting a son. Whew. Yeah. He's pretty amazingly neat.

My older son convinced us to add on. He is a wonderful big brother. I will keep you posted.

Here is a picture I drew. My son's teacher opens her home and teaches a group of us how to use pastels. We have fun and she is very gracious.

My obsession with Jess Brown dolls led me to create my own. I can't pay 200 bucks for a rag doll, not with a good conscience and a sewing machine. So here is mine sitting pool side. She's waiting for hair, makeup and wardrobe. I just love her.

Lastly, I met a pretty interesting gal. Lynn makes upcycled journals from books she picks up from every stinkin where. She's a teacher/writer/world traveler. These are a few journals I picked up from her. If you need one, let me know. The background is a very lush
bedspread I got at a garage sale for 20 bucks.

That is another post....xoxo, juls

Studio Nine Art

2011-10-16T14:15:00.000-07:00

Inspiration was on the menu yesterday. Redlands Conservancy party was so cool. Kathy Jo Lorenz was a fun teacher. Here are the pieces we made. Mine is second from the right. Also Kathy Behrens catered the lunch. Plum soup was the starter. D-li-cious I tell you.

Open up

2011-08-30T14:31:00.000-07:00

Hi out there,

This beautiful cacti flower was around the corner from my house. I stomped on the brakes of the car, jumped out, and snapped a shot of her. These flowers only last a couple of days. This one will last always..We got a call about a little one. I'm thrilled we are getting calls. I pray every day that HIS will will be done for this child. Not to be self-fish, but I'm stinking excited! xo, juls

5 minute post

2011-07-08T18:39:00.000-07:00

Hi blogger,
My new 5-minute post to refresh and motivate. I will try to post something frequently that takes me 5 minutes or less. Maybe I will be able to keep up? Here is a pic of a beach bungaloe near where we stay on vacation. So retro and cute. I want to say thanks to Connie at http://onemoreladybug.blogspot/ She has inspired me to post again. She has helped to give me some hope that I had lost a bit. I have missed you all. And a special shout out to Dawn. I did read that article and then I saw your post. You are amazing....xo, juls

baby shower antics

2011-02-21T12:05:00.000-08:00

There is a little one coming to the family via my nephew. I threw a shower for him this weekend. My sweet neices helped me prepare for it. We made chocolate dipped rice crispy treats and they were amazingly easy.

I now have my new go to treat for special days. The cute cake came from the local grocery store, Stater Brothers, and my sister was thrilled. Here is a table shot, though I felt so rushed I wasn't able to stage properly for photos. Busy weekend, but lots of fun.

Robot love

2011-02-02T09:09:00.000-08:00

Working on updating my son's bedroom. I painted this robot for him yesterday. I love robots.

There's no need to tell you how I am going to be a better blogger. I even got the new Cannon Rebel. Have not taken a picture yet. Life is just busy. We are about to finish our homestudy. That is a big acomplishment for us. Can't wait to say the completed date for the homestudy.....hurray.

xo, juls

Kinder-running

2010-10-19T07:09:00.000-07:00

Yikes. When you don't post, it's hard to post. People stop coming by. You aren't motivated. Oh, well. Still love blogging. I'm still here. I watch all my favorite blogs. Yes, that's you.
My little one went to Kindergarten. I am so busy with the class and PTA. Woa. and we are looking for a new house. And I am working more and more, but that means creating less. I really thought for a minute I was going to do my own booth on Sundays at the farmers market....Soccer came along on Sundays. My little one cries on the field. He needs me. No booth for now. My auntie has cancer. I cook for her sometimes. We go to a cancer support group. That was one reason we moved back here, so we could be with her. I'm glad we are here. Happy Fall everyone...Here are chemo hats I make for auntie,

rugs I've been crocheting, and a photo from the La Fluer Barn sale in Fallbrook, CA. xo, juls

Prissy

2010-08-06T11:26:00.001-07:00

I've lost some photos. Photos of our vacation, projects I created. I hate that.

Did you see the Somerset Studio Fearless Magazine? I did discover julienuttingdesigns in there. Neat artist. Well, this is the prissy little chair cover I made for my sewing/office/craft space. It is a prelude to something. Not perfect by any means, but the cover came out exactly the way I wanted it to. Who knew?

xo, juls

favorite ways to vaca

2010-07-25T18:11:00.000-07:00

Hi all, the little family went vacationing down to Oceanside, Ca. We ventured over to Legoland 3 days since the beach weather was rather cool. But yours truly got to thrift for 4 days. Here is my favorite spot: Didn't find a whole lot. Also I did discover this cool fabric store, Maisonnette. So cute. I was starving for a cute vintage store and was not disappointed.

I purchased this paper flower, was inspired by this softee toy, and fell for her beautiful idea board.
Visit her here: http://www.maisonetteoceanside.com/
My sweet hubby took us out for my favorite dinner:

Here's my little R surfin in the sand. I hope you get to your favorite place to vaca this summer, too. I've also been doing the Siesta Bible Study with Beth Moore. It is the book of Ruth and we are doing the Kelly Minter living room series. I'm enjoying it so much. Dontcha just love Beth Moore? I really do. xo, juls

Mammoth Thrifting and work

2010-06-29T15:42:00.000-07:00

Do you see this stack? This is my work for the last 3 months. It is a transcript from a seven-week trial I did back in October. Do you see that smile on my face? If I could make it bigger, it would be about six-feet wide. That is the reason my posts are so far and in between. But on to the good part. These plates were from a little favorite thrift store in Mammoth Lakes. I can never remember the name of the place. But aren't these the sweetest things. There are four of the white and 14 of the red pattern approx. Aaaaaa, I love plates. Can't wait to use them....xo, juls up.

this is my sign

2010-06-28T15:22:00.001-07:00

Made with My Cool Signs.Net

come back and sit a spell

2010-05-29T18:08:00.000-07:00

I am not a goner. I have moved to another state. You know how it goes, unpack, unpack, unpack. Yuck. But, I did plant some tomatoes. I am finishing a 2000 page transcript for my work. And that is why I have been away. Did I mention my son turned 5?

Here is a pic of my master bath before and after. It was a challenge to figure out how to disquise a really strange set up. There is a window in the tub. Anyway, these are the things I have been a doin'. Wait till you see some of the slips. Oh, la, la....xo, juls

Before on left and after on right.

ps I have missed you, very much....and I love junkgypsyblog

A gift for Diamond

2010-02-14T11:53:00.000-08:00

Don't you love hand dyed slips? Oh, the colors, the pretty textures, the frill of it all. Well, I started collecting the slips. This slip was an ordinary beige. I bought the dye. And voila, here is my first one. The beautiful model, Diamond, is the recipient of the coco/maroon coloured and lightly embellished slip. I am really pleased with the colour and the way it took on the hue. Thank you to Diamond for modeling my first creation. She's gorgeous, don't you think? You are the best, girl....xo, juls

Hello Girls

2010-02-12T08:56:00.000-08:00

Meet the girls. They came from "The Fish" thrift store in Carson City. When I saw these little handmade beauties, I knew they belonged to me. They donned my Christmas tree and have been hanging out in the living room ever since...I just imagine someone making these girls by hand. Each one is so sweet with the hand stitched tail feathers and eyes. I can't imagine why after all the work these ladies landed in the box I found them in for $2. xo, juls

San Fran

2010-01-12T15:45:00.000-08:00

The Family all went to San Fran for a few days. We went to attend a wedding, which, of course can be stressful. It was. The little family was fortunate enough to be able to visit a few fun places. Here is my little guy and me on the Warf. Yes, I took a picture of seafood that was in the counter being hawked by some hotties...I didn't have the nerve to shoot the hotties.

Of course, we went for sourdough bread. See the gal there in Boudine's Bread factory. She's making teddy bears. So cute. We bought a turtle and ate it up.

I shopped very little. I was able to visit a ribbon store. It was very cute. I paid an exorbitant amount of money for ribbon. When I later looked at the bag, I felt perhaps I was shorted on some of the yardage. Needless to say, I will never again pay prices like that for ribbon - ever.

Here was a quick shot of some cool houses. I didn't snap too many pics. But here is a neat photo of the Academy of Arts and Science rain forest.

Thanks for coming along. xo, juls

We go

2009-12-30T08:04:00.000-08:00

Hi all, I left my camera in SB when we traveled down for the holiday. This amazing photo was done by my friend Ari for our Christmans photo shoot. My family will face many changes this year. I will look to my blogger buddies for solace many, many times, I'm sure. Thank you Jen at Artisticallydesignediversions for posting our picture with Melanie, you and I. We are off again. This time to San Fran for a wedding. Hope to get in some thriftin and junking. Happy New Year. xo, juls

Adventures with Advent

2009-11-29T11:15:00.000-08:00

Went to Pickled Tink and make this advent calendar. I fell in love with theirs in the shop. Took the class and made my own. I had so much fun making the daily charms to add to each day. I love baby Jesus and Mary. I could not wait to make it. I love this calendar. Hope you do, too. xo, juls

Sentimental things

2009-11-22T19:11:00.000-08:00

Well, how are you? I'm so happy you are here. I want to show you these amazing photos that I took photos of. They belonged to my Mother in Law, Lucile. She just passed away and we went to her home for the funeral/mass. When I say Lucile was one in a million, it is true. I will miss her stories and wisdom.

The ballerina is Lucile, we believe. Look at that dress. It is a birthday cake. Have you seen anything like it? Anyone know anything about it? And the elegant woman is Lucile's grandmother. She hung in Lucile's livingroom. The lady was a hat or dressmaker, in Paris, I believe. Aren't they stunning? I see lot's of possibility with collage, art, cards, etc..ummmm

UNFORGETTABLE MAMMOTH

2009-11-11T17:53:00.000-08:00

I'm on a special assignment with my job in Mammoth, California. The assignment was to last three weeks. It will go on for a few more yet. I miss posting my little milestones. I hope you all do not forget me. I will be back home, up and running, posting, decorating, arting -- is that a word, really? -- very soon. I hope you all are well and happy. xo juls

go visit

2009-10-06T15:49:00.000-07:00

Hi Gals, go visit http://cottageinstincts.blogspot.com/ for a clock tutorial and soap give away. xo, juls

Fall Fest

2009-10-06T08:59:00.000-07:00

Here are some fall touches around my house. I love this little blackbird from the dollar store. Had to dress him up with my rhinestones, you know. Saw that on someone's blog. Sorry. Can't remember which one.

I put the Rooster on the mantle. And here is the foyer with the birdcage I love. Put some plastic spiders on it and another fun blackbird. The fall basket on the dining room table has dollar store follage. Cost about 6 dollars. The background wall color is the dining room I just painted. You can see a pretty true color there of the yellow.

I'm preparing the before and after of the dining room for you.

Little shout out to Dawn and the other Juls. Thanks for the recipes and nice correspondance. See you soon. xo, juls

Findings and letting go

2009-09-22T09:04:00.000-07:00

Hi All,

I was hit hard emotionally recently. My Hub and I are a Foster/adopt family. We want to "add on." Well, we were able to hang out with this little one for a few days. He stole my heart. There is a happy ending for him. Rest assured. But we are on the list still. So we carry on...

Up and away. We went to the Balloon Races. You get up at the crack of dawn and watch the assension. It is really fun.
Here are some thrift findings:

An awesome vintage baby buggy. (See, I got it bad.) Pictured with a wrought iron tiered stand. There is this sweet pewter holder with a twig on top. Love it. And this danty pink tiered holder. It sits right on my studio desk.
And a little braggin' . I learned to make crochet rugs last Friday. This is my first one. I'm "hooked." hahahahah I am going to paint the dining room now. I took before pics.......xo juls

2009-09-03T22:13:00.000-07:00

small favors

2009-09-03T20:45:00.000-07:00

Baby Showers, aren't they sweet? Three women from church are having babies. The Womens' Ministries I'm in is throwing the shower. I've been busy making these mint/holder small favors for the ladies in attendance. It has been fun working in my new studio. I love the space. And the Lifesavers Mints fill the room with a spearminty smell.

Sorry for the glare. Sort of like a matchbook with a mint inside.

And here is this art collage I did. Isn't she dazzling? Well, she made need some more dazzle. But it was the first canvas I painted. Fun.

Rooster Party Day

2009-08-27T20:20:00.000-07:00

Welcome,

Here are my roosters to share with you all. So happy you stopped by: First, this Rooster Lamp, thrifted for $6. He's a cool brown patina resin. I love this little lamp.

Isn't he cute?

Next, I just got this gorgeous guy at the Tumbleweed Cotillion Antique Flea Market here in Reno. He came from "The French Twist Booth." He was $3. He was my most fun and whimsical find of the day. What do you think? I love him.

Happy Rooster Day.

xo, Juls

Rooster Party

2009-08-26T19:49:00.000-07:00

Hi All, Go on over to Bella Vista blog and read about her invitation to the Rooster Party on Friday. I have some hot Roosters to share with you. You can visit her blog by clicking on her link on the top left of this page or http://barbsgoodlife.blogspot.com/ . Bhack, Bhack.

Bhack, Bhack

2009-08-26T16:11:00.000-07:00

Grab My Rooster Button for Your Sidebar-Friday, August 28th
http://barbsgoodlife.blogspot.com/. Hey All, Go check out the party invitation. I don't know how to grab her Rooster Button, yet. But I've got a couple of roosters to show on Friday.

Howdy, now

2009-08-24T09:13:00.000-07:00

Hi all. Let me share this cool little lamp I found thrifting. I didn't buy it the first time I saw it. I was still thinking about it for a couple of days. Well, you know I just went down and bought. Cute, ugh? $6. Now, you know I had to go to the Tumbleweed Cotillion this weekend. It is a flea market/antique show, put on by the Tracys' here in Reno of the cute event center "41 Taylor." I met Sandy and Erika there. These great fun, happy gals and their booth, "The Tattered House," was so cute, and they were so sweet and warm. I just love um..

These girls put on the Roseville Fall Antique Market. It is on September 20, 2009. Check out their site at www.thetatteredhouse.com/ . Hope the linky works.

I ordered the Farm Chicks book, "The Farm Chicks in the kitchen. OMG. I just want to go bake a darn pie and sew an apron...Well, I've got so much stuff to tell you: I'm not moving, yet. I bought a dog. My HH made a space for a studio for me. I found an old friend's sister who happens to be quite a talented artist, Jennifer Rogers Daniels. She been publised in Somerset. I love her work. Will share more about her and how I have to ask God to forgive me for being mean to her sister. She was my BFF, and I caved to peer pressure, made stupid mistakes and lost her....We all have our stories, don't we? Well, that's all for today. This is the link to Jen's blog. http://artisticallydesigneddiversions.blogspot.com/ Wait till you see it!

Tracy's right.

2009-08-06T10:43:00.000-07:00

Thrift store gouging has been a pet peeve of mine for a while. I grew up on shopping in those places all through high school, college and two marriages. What could Goodwill and Salvation Army etc. be thinking about? I wanted to open my own for so long just so I could do the dollar-a-bag of clothes sale. I hope the thrift stores decide to put thrift back in their name. It is a shame and a sham! Go check out the post at http://cottageindustry.typepad.com/ and see what you think. She is so darn cute!

missing the bliss

2009-06-16T09:20:00.000-07:00

Oh, how I've missed my blog, blogging friends, and blog searching and scanning and dreaming. Sorry. My life now consists of searching the MLS and trying to find cool new digs for my family. Yes, we are moving from our lush house. My HH is returning to his post at his former office. This move will improve our finacial standing. But before we leave, take a look at this cherry. Yes, five

beautiful packed full trees on this property, and here are some of the other lush fuana.

I see that my pics are going to be a scattered mess. Carry on, then. My son had his 4th birthday.

We had a surprise visit from Grandpa all the way from So. California. We didn't tell R that Grandpa was coming. We picked Grandpa up at the airport and R was Shocked to say the least.

He could not comprehend his Grandpa being at the airport. Here they are when they first see eachother. They have a magical connection. One of the reasons we are moving.

We had T-ball season, and finished T-ball season.

And, somehow, I read two books: Pride and Prejudice and my new favorite: the Last American Man..written by Elizabeth Gilbert of Eat, Love, Pray fame. Eustace Conway is now one of my American Heros for staying true. I watched some of his interviews on youtube. His accent and demeanor are slow, calculating and he is funny. We are going to try to go to his Turtle Island family camp next year. Go check it out. I realize primitive culture and living is not for everyone, not even me all the time. But the read was great. I love you, Eustace.

I also put my garden in. When it gets bigger I'll give you a peek. Hopefully all of my heirloom seed growing madness will pay off. Oh, there was also the fashion show I modeled in with Daisy and Shannon. All in good fun and for the womens' retreat this year. You know how stressful moving is? I have moved six times since 2000. I will try to keep up some postings, pics, and blurbs. Hope you are enjoying the start of summer. xo Juls

go ahead, say red

2009-04-20T09:53:00.000-07:00

Red buffet. Done and looking fabulous in my living room. Cost? About $30 dollars. 15 for the piece, 15 for the red regal rustoleum spray paint. Believe me, in the living room, the color is toned way down. It looks so nice. It holds our DVDs and Roman's toys. I wasn't able to really stage the living room. We live there. Let's be real. I was lucky to get these shots as it was. I can't find the before shots. Someone told me that a magnet will destroy photo discs. Isn't that just my luck. First project I really documented well. I'll be more careful about the whereabouts of my disc next time.
This is Stacey, (on right) and Hannah's (on left). Stacey made the most off the hook Mater cake for her son Cole's 4th birthday. (Cole is pictured with his Dad, Loren, tractor- I mean tire tippin.)

Just look at it. The thing is a work of art. Well, it was a work of art.

And if your are have a Cars party for your youngin, Tire Tipping is a fun game. And the kids loved it. Watch how Loren and Cole demonstrate. It was a great 4th birthday party. Happy Birthday, Cole!

Next up: Well, you might not know this, but I am on the hunt for a vintage trailer. Mary Jane Butters (Farmgirl magazine), and the Vintage Housewife have me obsessed with finding one. I have always loved camping. But glamourcamping is right up my alley. Well, I went to Millie's house to check out a Shasta she and her husband had. And look at this: she gifted me with this chandelier. Picured here hanging in my garage.

Well, I could hardly speak. And I promised her that we would set up a blog. Because, guess what? She is an amazing artist, pen and ink, mosaic, tile, quilter, etc.. You can not believe the energy this gal possesses. Her husband John is also a mixed media artist. He welds the most clever animals and such. So stay tuned and I will let you know how it turns out for Millie. You will love her. Now, I just have to figure out how to sell on Etsy for her. Have another great day!

thriftin finds

2009-03-24T17:17:00.000-07:00

Here are a few little finds of mine as of late. Reigndeer moss from the Sac. Antique fair. MarilynMarilynMarilyn made up the cute apothocary jar. Here are some lovely perfume bottles from Savers over the weekend. And the jar of cream came from an antique store in Walker, Ca. It has the name "Mary" engraved on the top.

I recently add this background matting to our family photo. It is wrapping papper I bought at Ikea. I thought it came out pretty good.

Until next time, xo juls

spring door

2009-03-16T20:34:00.000-07:00

My front door was needing some spring fling. So I went to the dolla store and bought some flowers like this:

and made this for the front door area:

So now the front door has a little spring green. I also had to give my little friend, we'll just call him Buddy, a little bundle to hold.

My husband has been gone away on business. My little one was so sick the last few days, so we've just been hanging around. Of course, I lurk around the blogs. I was so lonely for friends that I started my own campaign on Girlfriends Cafe to get some new blood. So I'm going to put those gals together. The other cool thing is I found a walking partner on Craigs list, and I meet up with her tomorrow. Then my cool blogger buddie was bummed out. But Lordy, she had 40 comments on her blog, A Cottage Industry. You saw her in my last entry. So now she has to read through all those comments. Isn't it beautiful so many women responded to her? That's just awesome. Take care. My red buffet is almost done. Wait till you see it. xoxox Juls

hunting and gathering

2009-03-11T08:36:00.000-07:00

Sacramento Antique fair was a great new discovery. I also met the Tracey's from A cottage Industry. It was my first blog encounter with a fellow blogger. And I just had to tell Tracey how her mother turned me on to blogging in the first place. I hope these pics do justice. These girls can put it all together I tell you. They had such a foo foo booth. Really nice. See. Go check their blog if you don't believe me.

I also stopped by Marilyn's booth from MarilynMarilynMarilyn.com. Another foo foo booth. Really so beautiful. She and her husband are such nice people. The weather in Sac was perfect. What a great way to spend a day. What? Oh, did I buy something? Well, a couple of things. But I have to save that for another post. Okay? Because I really have to finish my book club book. I just got into it, and I'm on a roll. What book? Honeymoon with my Brother....

So we did have snow on Monday, just a dusting mind you. My little one was so excited to go outside. Here he is shoveling the snow. Well, he calls it "Crushing the Snow." Such a big helper.

Have a good day. xo juls

Due' Sorella, my Thursday love

2009-03-05T18:55:00.000-08:00

Oh, such bliss. I drive a long way to work on Thursdays. On my way home today I thought, "I want to go somewhere lovely on my way home." I prayed and turned the corner to one of my very favorite shops. Still open. I was thrilled. I bought these beautiful items: Fantastic red lampshade. small matted picture, and my first book of vintage music.

The shop, Due' Sorella, is fantastic. So much eye candy. Just like walking into one of these wonderful blogs. The shopkeeper, Julie, is a gorgeous, warm, lovely lady. She merchandises expertly and has a great eye for detail. Obvious design background. I wish I had my camera. You should see her collection of vintage aprons...to die for. And her dressmaker's form, I would have stole her if she wasn't looking. Awesome girl she is. Here is Julie's web site address. She doesn't blog. Tell her Juls4real turned you on. She is located in Carson City, Nevads: http://duesorelladesign.com/. She posts cute vignettes. And here is her logo. I love it. "Due' Sorella" means, two sisters...The photo is Julie and her sister. Ciao

goin to Sac, cuz it's Sunday

2009-03-03T09:37:00.000-08:00

Oh, but I've missed posting. So many things came up that hindered my mojo for writing. Health issues, family issues, work just kept me down. I am feeling better. Spring cleaning like a mad woman. (Anyone else doing that?) I filled an entire truck full of things for Goodwill. I just don't want to move anything that I don't use. And I am so hopeful that we will sell our house in the spring. I want to go back to California in the worst way. I miss my family, work, friends -- really great friends. I am painting and fixing the house and will let you peek as I go...

But for now, here is a trove of treasures I thrifted recently. I love the detail in the throw pillow and small container. (If you click on the pic, the pillow is in the background, very red. Love it.) Picked up this sweet footed urn to add to my white pottery collection. I am drawn to white pottery. I have no idea why. There is some silky fabric for more pillow slips. But the best, ultimate, exciting find is the chandelier crystals. I was over the moon when I came up on them.
And then...

I started obsessing about stuff to sell at Blooming Deals. I started noticing cupcakes are everywhere. I searched the Web and came upon these made by mommy24cs on Etsy. Wellllll, then I really started obsessing and jonesing about making one, and I did. I love it. I wanted to make a whole beautiful tray full of the darling things. But I stopped at one. Here is why: I made a bunch of spoons and vintage cones for the store recently. When I went by last week, the owner handed them back to me in a box to take back home. I was confused because she said to bring her handmade stuff. Now, this is the first rejection of my art that I have experienced first hand. I took a couple of days to recover myself.

You know what? So what? So she doesn't like the mixed media art. We are talking about a very small town shop. I felt safe there. It is a place to get my feet wet. So, do I do the cupcakes? I think I will, but I'm not sure

Next, acottageindustry will be at the Sacramento Antique Faire this Sunday. I must go, simply must. It is on Sunday - Saturday is Sabbath for me. I try desparately not to shop or work on Sabbath. It is not easy...So can you believe how excited I am to go to this thing? I cross my fingers my little one doesn't get sick or anything else comes up. Take good care, and thanks for stopping by, xo Juls

some stuff

2009-02-02T13:02:00.000-08:00

Vintage inspired cones are my new favorite thing to make. They turned out cute. My little helper likes the shiny little pieces also. I took them down to Blooming Deals. See if the rural folks take to them as well. I love the red magazine holder. I painted it to go in the shop also. I'm still working on my furniture piece. I like how it is coming out so far. I found some new blogs sites I had not seen. The junkinyaya is pretty nice. I wanted to joint the one world give away. I am not getting the instructions. Time is also running out. So if not this year, next year. The giveaway looks so interesting and fun. Have another good day.

vintage cones

2009-01-19T14:45:00.000-08:00

I bought a old German dictionary. I was moved to make these vintage inspired cones. Blooming Deals, my little consigment store I take things to I want to sell, will carry them for me. I wanted to rent a booth at A Cottage Industry's Tumbleweed Cottilion, but I've never done a full blown booth. And let me tell you, those girls get their booth on. It is glamourous. So for now, I will drop my stuff at Blooming Deals in Walker, California. Stop in on your way.

I also love to restyle bird cages. Look at this little lovely. I bought all these curly birds at Michael's over Christmas. I wish I had a hundred. I love them. There are more projects on my table. I will photograph them soon. I am starting to repurpose a big piece of furniture. Wait till you see it!

I'm a comin

2009-01-18T11:16:00.000-08:00

I'm here. I've been working on some stuff. I will post something fun soon....

Weeeeee

2008-12-16T12:21:00.000-08:00

Oh, I'm still here. This is what is consuming me: Making silk pillowcases for my Aunt, restoring a crochet table cloth for my mother- and I not a proficient crochet person, and my sister's quilt. How did this happen that I am the only woman the least bit interested in sewing, art, etc.. in my family? My Grandmother Leola was an awesome seamstress and crocheter. I miss her so much. Here are some pic. Thanks for stopping by.

Mitzi's quilt,

Aunt's silk pillowcase,

My Grandmothers table cloth I am trying to repair.

Mojo Morning

2008-10-30T12:53:00.000-07:00

Hi again. Got my craft on this morning. I repurposed a couple of frames and a pillow for my favorite Green Door thrift shop to sell. So I put the words "fish wife" on a grafic for the pillow, because I think "Oh, how cute." I love to eat at that restaurant down in Monterey. But then I looked up the meaning! It means winer. I think that is so funny. The whole purpose for putting the fish on the pillow was so some fisherman guy would buy it for his wife! I still like it, though. Also, it was my birthday.

Here I am with my little one just abou to eat cake. We also took a trip to Apple Hill. This is the Larson's Farmhouse and water wheel. I don't think I ever got out of my jammies this morning. That's what I call a craftin mojo morning. bbfn

shears and deers

2008-10-23T19:17:00.000-07:00

Had a fun trip to see all the family and friends I could sqeeeeze in to a week. Lunch dates, dinners, more dinners, and thankfully, a few naps thanks to the babysitters. (That being Ms. Jamie and Grandpa and Nana.) Now that I'm back, I dug right in and pulled together some frames for The Green Door. I forgot to photograph them. But, Rachelle gave me more frames that had been donated to them to do more. I love to recycle. I found two cheap white frames in my storage unit. I put a cool graphic in them, added some ribbon. They were cute. I was inspired by Cloth paper and scissors January '07 issue. Photos next time.

Today I bought Monarch shears at an antique store for $5. Is that a good price? Also I found some little deer to give for a gift. I have also started Mitzi's quilt again. It is a nightmare. I cut it out wrong. I'm having to piece together some parts to make up pieces. There will be all these extra seams now. Whatever! Would love to take those shears to that quilt! bfn

cAtCh Up

2008-10-07T10:38:00.000-07:00

First off, please say a prayer for Courtney. Without too many details, she has suffered a grave loss. I am achey inside for her and teary just writing about it.

I will be leaving for a few days, and I wanted to post some pics of my work, my thrifting treasures, and so on. I have been working my day job so much, I haven't been able to keep up. My blog was looking bleak.

My very first ATC's.

Remember my little birds? Well, I have been thrifting some pretty posh abodes for the little darlings. Now my house is filling up..What do I do? I can't leave them homeless..

Next, some Halloween thrift treasures, a darling little vintage baby blanket with silky backing, baby high stool, and a linen tapestry and alphabet box.

You see, I was busy. I'm also crafting at present. I will share those will you a little later. We are taking the wee one to see his Grandma, Nana, Grandpa, cousins. I get to see some of my dear friends I haven't seen for a while. Can't wait to share some more with you when I return. ttfn.

Derrick my Friend

2008-09-30T17:16:00.001-07:00

Just a tiny shout out to Derrick. He claims to have lost his thrifting and crafting mojo. Huh! He got me going back in the day to thrifting again. Love you, Derrick. Come back to the light....there's so much to make. xoxoxoxoxXo

Weimar Retreat

2008-09-30T10:08:00.000-07:00

I had a fun weekend at Weimar, CA at a Women's Retreat Sponsored by Sparks Women's Ministries. We took a lush hike and saw these berries. Walked through tunnels made of brush. I had a very beautiful room mate, Judy P. And here is a picture of the Women's Ministry Leaders, Miss Edna, Juanita, and myself. The women there really showed my how to pray and not be so shy about it! They were awesome. The messages were well done. And I look forward to next year.

Wait a minute!

2008-09-26T08:51:00.001-07:00

Before on Left.

Yep, I needed a change. I went from this to this. Not sure if I like it. But when I got up this morning, it didn't look like a wig.

After ob right.

Going to Weimar for a women's retreat this weekend. I'll snap some pics of the event. I will sorely miss the Candy Dance. But if I work hard this year, perhaps next year I'll be ready for my own booth. Just keep craftin, just keep craftin, just keep craftin.

Little shout out to my girls in Ohio, Kimm, Katie, Kerry and Kendra. Hope you are able to find my blog. Look around at all these amazing people blogging out there. I spend hours looking through wonderful stories and handmade and thrifted treasures. Now, if only my girlfriends were here...

And a few more pics for fun.....

summer gone bye

2008-09-20T07:08:00.000-07:00

Inching out the last few days of summer. Still sewing, making jewelry. Sold a cool piece to my sweet friend Michelle. Throwing down a love shout out to Cheryl. So funny that I know no one reads the blog. I'm going to start counting the posts so I can have an anniversary and give away. I already have a little cute something...

Cha cha cha

2008-09-08T14:30:00.000-07:00

Eww, I've been sick and it's been awful. And isn't that the time when you have so many engagements? showers, appointments, meetings ets..I could sleep for a week (like Sissy here) and still sleep some more. My new friend here gave me these glorious beads. She is a fabulous artist, Tango Beads, and she was just sharing. She's like that I can see. I don't even know where to begin with the little gems. I just like touching them...I started Mitzi's quilt. I have pics to post when it is done. It's tougher than I thought it was going to be. I'm tickeled that Women's Ministry went so well. I'll keep you posted on that as well. Now, it's time to do the cha cha with all this energy. ta ta

Muffin Man

2008-08-30T16:39:00.000-07:00

Some days we must have muffins. This is the muffin man. He picks out the baking cups, stirs the batter, and then he adds sprinkles. All muffins have a little sprinkle. Then I must wrestle and trick the sprinkles from the hand of the muffin man. He has been known to devore sprinkles as though they were one of the major food groups. My muffin man, he is so awesome. Sorry about the chandelier again. Just getting my barings on downloading pics. Isn't he great?

2008-08-22T09:29:00.000-07:00

Here is the chandelier. It is cuter in person. Kristin, I think you'd be proud. Still wish I'd been able to attend the class.

Tweet Tweet

2008-08-22T09:24:00.001-07:00

Here are a few of the little birds. They are so adorable. I'm not sure how I will use them yet.

Here is my chandelier. Terrible photo. I think the ribbon is too light to capture against a light background. Maybe I'll give it another shot no pun hahah.

I like this blogging stuff. I'm short on time today however. Have a super weekend. tata

now what

2008-08-18T22:24:00.000-07:00

Iwas visiting a christian online magazine and found this terrific artist. Now I can't find her again. I was going to add her to my blog list. I am obsession because I just can't find her. She was repurposing furniture and jewelry and was just my style.

Maybe later..We are CPR certified and one step closer to a new love.

I am anxiously awaiting that camera charger...I bought Roman an egg beater today. He turned the crank and marveled at the mechanical wonder in his hand. I knew he would love it..

more color please

2008-08-17T09:26:00.000-07:00

Well, well, I found another thrift store yesterday. Assistance League's shop was entertaining. I found a couple of must-have treasures. First, two prayer books @ .10 cents each. When I returned home, I noticed a zipper compartment on one. It contained a marvelous mother of pearl rosary. Also I found a quilt. It is jacked up due to improper construction. I may reconstruct it. I was already headed to start a new quilt for Mitzi anyway. I could fit it in. I was able to shoot it for you. Of course Roman insisted he belonged in the photo. I agree.

I finished the chandelier. But in order to photograph the thing I had to purchase a charger. Since Disneyland in May I haven't been able to find the retched thing.

How is it that the work of Kaffe Fassett has escaped me? Had a Joann's coupon and bought up Quilt Road. Amazing. This book must be by my side at all times until the shear essence of it is taken in by osmosis....

Now about those birds of mine, as soon as the charger comes I will stage them for you all. they are truly sweet.

Mrs. Robinson

2008-08-13T21:38:00.000-07:00

kristin, you were right. Jesse Reno is a dimensional feast for the eyes..an aaaah moment. My chandelier is almost completed.

I found a magnificent menagerie of birds while thrifting over the weekend. I will upload photos when I am able....

It is a good day to start sharing.