Special coffee & lots of other snippets

Sometimes days are really hard....lol

My sis wanted me to make a sign that said this....so I thought....why not....pretty funny!

I love making signs that make you either smile or laugh out loud.

It is in my esty shop. 

I had a fun time this past weekend ...hanging out with 2 of my sisters and my daughter....

GIRL POWER!

I got some cool Alexander Henry fabric. 

This is the cutest kitty cat ever! 

I love this artwork....just up my alley!! 

Oh yeah...spotted some Halloween too. 

At a thrift shop I got some chenille..

yes it was 49 cents! 

I also got some patriotic fabric....vintage. 

I got this needlepoint that was 35.99 at Micheal's originally.. a while back.

I got 66 % off the 99 cents!!!

Never opened!!! 

Found some awesome wrap...tons of it.... 

Vintage unused sheet...that I want to embroider a saying on.

Sheets are fun because you can fit a design in between major designs.

Here is a set of alphabet letters that you could use to embroider....just take the letters to trace a saying and then transfer it onto the sheet with a disappearing blue marker.

I may just have to whip one up this week and show you!

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Last of alphabet series & MORE!

It's is Friday!!  Yay! 

Here is today's freebie!  It is the very last in the series.

It is "Z is for Zebra"

Remember ...these would be sweet to stitch up in a kids quilt or on lil pillows.  For earlier letters in this series...go back to my past Friday posts.  They were posted every Friday...the last in the series being today.  Fun to color as well. Copy and save.

Here is a fun little Valentine gift for you...

an inspiration sign!

I believe when you see inspiring quotes, signs, and poster....they go into your brain...and

then the magic happens.

The background of the sign is part of my steampunk valentine repeating pattern I made.

I challenged myself by entering a spoonflower fabric contest.

I entered with a different color combination.

I am just starting this process here.

I firmly believe in just jumping in....

things don't have to be perfect before you try...

If we waited for everything to be perfect, then we would never try anything.

I wanted to show you the gals I am with on the Deflecto Design Team!

We have a blast designing with products from Deflecto.

Check out their craft and office products here.

Marilyn is the head of the team!

This is one item I have designed with using Deflecto products...

it is a large clear stand up frame.  I made it into a necklace holder display...by simply putting in pretty scrapbooking paper and using vintage clothes pins.  To see more that I have done

Click here.

Have a fabulous Friday!

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A couple freebies, a sneak peak & a bunnies....

It's is Friday!!  Yay!  I am so glad the weekend is upon us...I need some fun!

Here is today's freebie!

It is "Y is for Yacht"

Remember ...these would be sweet to stitch up in a kids quilt or on lil pillows.  For earlier letters in this series...go back to my past Friday posts. Fun to color as well. Copy and save.

  

Next week will be: "Z is for ____"

It's the last one in this series.

Be the first to guess the correct answer to what "Z" could stand for ....and you will get a sweet prize.  

Just make your guess in the comment section of this blog post. Be the first one to guess to get the prize.

One guess per person to make it fair! 

This is a past freebie design of mine...worth repeating!

This would stitch up super quick...frame it in a tiny hoop!

This is a sneaky peak at my next pattern design... so sweet!

Coming very soon!

I have been painting and taking an online class....so much fun.

This bunny is almost done...I am painting several at a time.

There is something about painting and not caring whether it is going to be fabulous or not....that makes you feel calm.

Have you been painting lately?

I love the bright Amy Butler fabric used in my bunnies.....it is a pattern of mine called...

Easter bunny dolls

They are super fast, fun to make and make a great gift in the Easter basket.

Talk about BIG EYES!

Any bright fun fabric would look great.

It would also be sweet in baby pastels.

The pattern also comes with the egg pins....and sayings to go on the pins.

I have already had a Cadbury egg...I couldn't help it....they are soooo good!

Have a wonderful weekend!

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Xylophone freebie for alphabet series

Here is today's freebie!

It is "X is for xylophone"

Remember ...these would be sweet to stitch up in a kids quilt or on lil pillows.  For earlier letters in this series...go back to my past Friday posts. Fun to color as well. Copy and save.

  

Next week will be: "Y is for ____"

Be the first to guess the correct answer to what "Y" could stand for ....and you will get a sweet prize.  

Just make your guess in the comment section of this blog post. Be the first one to guess to get the prize.

One guess per person to make it fair! 

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Here is a Party animal!

Are you gearing up for the Superbowl?

I'm from Washington....so of course I hope Seattle wins!

Let the party begin!!  Can't wait!

If you are not into the Superbowl...I suggest stitchin....like stitchin up these cuties.

Sometimes I embroider while sports are on in my house...makes me feel like I am doing something productive while watching.

Plus I tend to snack less when I am stitchin.

Have a great Superbowl weekend!

Wastebasket freebie & friends photo

Here is today's freebie!

It is "W is for wastebasket"

I know it was a hard one to guess....I warned you!

Remember ...these would be sweet to stitch up in a kids quilt or on lil pillows.  For earlier letters in this series...go back to my past Friday posts. Fun to color as well. Copy and save.

  

Next week will be: "X is for ____"

Be the first to guess the correct answer to what "X" could stand for ....and you will get a sweet prize.  

Ya gotta get the X....there isn't many options on x!

Just make your guess in the comment section of this blog post. Be the first one to guess to get the prize.

One guess per person to make it fair! 

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When I was antique shopping last weekend...I got a bag of photos for....$1.00....

Then I found out that everything in that booth was 75% off...

so....I got a bunch of photos for 25 cents!!!

I was in heaven!

I love a great deal like that.

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So I took a photo of these friends....altered the borders and framed it.....added fun text and I think it turned out soooo adorable.

I have not idea what town they are in...but it sure looks boring.

But their friendship looks amazing.

I think Bonnie and Clyde would have robbed a grocery store here.

Everytime I am in a small tiny town....driving through.....

I thank my lucky stars to come from a larger city....Like Spokane Washington. (2nd largest city in Washington state, behind Seattle).

I know farm and country gals wouldn't trade their towns and lifestyle for the city...they love their life.....

to each his own.

Have a fabulous, Amazing and terrific weekend!!

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V is for Vegetables

This week's freebie is "V is for Vegetables"

Remember ...these would be sweet to stitch up in a kids quilt or on lil pillows.  For earlier letters in this series...go back to my past Friday posts. Fun to color as well. Copy and save.

  

Next week will be: "W is for ____"

Be the first to guess the correct answer to what "w" could stand for ....and you will get a sweet prize.  

I warn you...."W" is a very hard one to guess right.  

Just make your guess in the comment section of this blog post.

One guess per person to make it fair! 

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I found this tiny tip in a magazine from 1930....the year my mom was born....85 years ago. 

I was her baby...She had me late...she was 38 years old.

When I had my baby 17 years ago...my mom died 20 days later....it was if I got my new BFF as my other BBF was leaving.

I like this tip...I think it is still useful!

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Check out this cool Valentine treasury on Etsy....

that I put together!!

they all have one thing in common...

RED HEARTS.

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Have a fun and fab weekend!

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U is for Umbrella

Happy Friday!

This week seemed to go by quickly.

Do you agree?

This week's freebie is "U is for Umbrella"

Remember ...these would be sweet to stitch up in a kids quilt or on lil pillows.  For earlier letters in this series...go back to my past Friday posts. Fun to color as well. Copy and save.

  

Next week will be: "V is for ____"

Be the first to guess the correct answer to what "V" could stand for ....and you will get a sweet prize.  Just make your guess in the comment section of this blog post.

One guess per person to make it fair! 

We are getting close to the end of the alphabet series!

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I gave this freebie last year...but is it worth reposting!

MLK Day is coming soon!

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The secret to having it all is...

knowing you already do!

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Rabbit freebie design

Today's freebie is "R is for rabbits".  

Do any of you have a real rabbit?

 Remember ...these would be sweet to stitch up in a kids quilt or on lil pillows.  For earlier letters in this series...go back to my past Friday posts. Fun to color as well. Copy and save.

Next week will be: "S is for ____"

Be the first to guess the correct answer to what "S" could stand for ....and you will get a sweet prize. I think someone should be able to answer this one easily!  Just make your guess in the comment section of this blog post.

One guess per person to make it fair! 

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More Xmas deco pics

Just had to share with you...my corny hokey center of my holiday decor!

It is alot of blues and pinks mixed with some favorite thrift  finds and craft show goodies.

These things remind me of growing up in the 70's....and my mom.

Corny angel music box on top.

It is fun to fill up a large container with glass ornaments.

We had reindeer like these as kids...so when I saw them at Goodwill....I was a very happy girl!'

I got the funny gnome last year.

The goofy snowman was from a pattern years ago...sure looks like Olaf from Frozen.  

I tried to change up the way I put out the decorations....no harm done...my daughter also helped alittle.

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I have so much to do before Christmas...I bet you do too!

Gotta get busy!

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Quill- alphabet series freebie

This was an unusual one...quill.  Seems like something Scrooge and his clerk would use plenty of.

Scrooge probably just plucked some feathers out from any bird  that was close by.

For earlier letters in this series...go back to my past Friday posts. Remember ...these would be sweet to stitch up in a kids quilt or on lil pillows.  Fun to color as well. Copy and save.

Next week will be: "R is for ____"

Be the first to guess the correct answer to what "R" could stand for ....and you will get a sweet prize. I think someone should be able to answer this one easily!  Just make your guess in the comment section of this blog post.

One guess per person to make it fair! 

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My new snowflake chenille stem Christmas ornaments pattern is ready!!

I love chenille stems or pipe cleaners....I don't care what they are called...I just love them.

Let's decorate the tree and celebrate Christmas!  

Vintage Christmas ornaments and banner pattern #345....

Is in my etsy shop, patternmart and my website (printed/mailed patterns)

These chenille stem ornaments have a vintage flair...plus they are fun, easy, and quick to make.

All the artwork for 8 different designs are included!  

There is Santa, a girl with candy cane, Reindeer, bells, wreath, snowman, tree, and gingerbread.

There are also banners: Joy & happiness, Ho ho ho, Sweet Christmas, Oh Christmas tree, Jingle bells, candy candy wishes, Jolly happy soul, and It's a wonderful life. 

Finished design measures: 6" x 6", not including hanger

The artwork could also be used as tags.

Just adding glitter makes it sparkle. 

These are super quick to make!

This collage sheet comes in the pattern...imagine the possibilities!

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Be 

Awesome

Today!

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Pretty Pitcher freebie

Happy fabulous freebie Friday!!!

Today's letter in the alphabet series is "P"

"P is for Pitcher"

It is pretty sweet.

For earlier letters in this series...go back to my past Friday posts. Remember ...these would be sweet to stitch up in a kids quilt or on lil pillows.  Fun to color as well. Copy and save.

Next week will be: "Q is for ____"

Be the first to guess the correct answer to what "Q" could stand for ....and you will get a sweet prize.  This one is a hard one....just saying.  Just make your guess in the comment section of this blog post.

One guess per person to make it fair! 

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Here is my newest embroidery pattern...

Joy to the world... #344...which is available now in my etsy shop!

Also it is my patternmart...and printed/mailed patterns on my website.

A sweet little red bird is wishing "Joy to the world" this year! Such a charming embroidery project....so quick, easy and fun to do. Add shading and glitter pom poms to the design... simply sweet! Finish the embroidery in a hoop with a glitter trim bow.

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Cozy up next to the fireside and stitch this sweetie today! This makes a great gift for a special pal, looks great hanging in your home, & also is a fun craft show seller.

Finished design in hoop measures: 8" round.

Embroidery design measures: 6 5/8" x 5 1/8".

This is a new inspiring sign....I love sayings that make you think.

I created the flowers...using an inspiring photo my daughter took.  It was a lot of fun to work with.

I also love the intense blue vase.

This sign is in my etsy shop.

This sign is perfect for your sewing room....or for a crafty friend for Christmas.

Just download, print and frame.

This is also in my etsy shop.

Are you wrapping gifts yet...I need to get buying them....lol.

I recently made these sweet gift tags...with retro ornaments.  These are plenty big too.

They fit 8 to a sheet....just download and print....cut out. They have pretty purples, blues, and pinks....a modern retro design.

They measure 3 3/4" x 2 1/2". 

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Lastly.....

SNEAKY PEAK

Reindeer pattern ...coming soon!

Embrace Merriment!!!

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