I Play Outside The Box

Adorable Giveaway!!

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Willa, over at The Old Cupboard Door is having this adorable giveaway. Run on over there and check it out. While you're there take a minute and read the post about Sadie...she is just too cute!!

Have you seen these?

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Yorkie's Primitives is having a great giveaway....be sure to stop by and sign up for it!!!

Meet Faith....isn't she adorable?

What a great candle board too!

OFG features on the Craftcult!

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Etsy's team OFG has had 3 front page features on the Craftcult this morning.

OFG is having a Autumn Celebration and several of the members made special items that are being featured in Etsy treasuries.

Here are the Autumn Celebration treasuries that have made the front page so far.

Congrats to all the artists that are in these treasuries!!

You're going to want to see these!!!

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Come check out the fantastic

Autumn Celebration

going on at the Etsy Team Old Farmhouse Gathering.

Oh my goodness.....

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Wish I had a picture to share of all the goodies that Miss Lynn has on her blog, as a giveaway this month.

You'll just have to trust me on this one and run on over to

Painting Thyme Needfuls

and sign up!!

Wait Till you See This!!!!

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This rack rocks!!!!

Find out more about it at:

Firecrackerkid Primitives

T2T Challenge at The Paint Bucket

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The Paint Bucket just wrapped up a T2T challenge between a few of the members. Just thought I would share the finished pieces.

First from Jody of Primgal's Primitive Palette , we have a set of wood salt and pepper shakers. You can find these and many other great items on her Etsy.

Donnna of Stroked From The Heart painted her challenge on a tray she picked up at a yard sale for a nickle. What a transformation!

Glenda of Cotton Ridge Emporium presented a garden hoe for her piece. Glenda has this piece for sale on her Etsy!

I decided to try my hand at painting an old salad bowl...I had fun doing this one.

If you like to paint....and chat about painting with like minded folks...come join us at The Paint Bucket ....we'd love to have you.

Pattern Giveaway!!!

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For your chance to win....head on over to the Old Farmhouse Gathering and sign up!!

Such a talented lady!

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I love all of this!!

¡dılɟ ʇɹɐǝɥ ʎɯ sǝʞɐɯ sıɥʇ

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Love this upcycled piece!!

You can find it at

Primgal's Primitive Palette

Just Cause!!!

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I love all of this!!

Monday Marketplace~Harvest Moon Prims

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Who wouldn't love to have Prudence in their prim collection?
She is just primtastic!!!!

Her creator is Marilyn of
Harvest Moon Prims

Grab of cup of your favorite beverage, and get to know

Marilyn a little better.

1. What is the name of your Etsy shop and why did you choose that name?

My Etsy shop is Harvest Moon Prims....Nothing is prettier or more magical in Fall...than a big ole Orange Harvest Moon....So when I was thinking on a name for etsy...that came to mind.

2. How long have you been on Etsy?

I have been on Etsy for over a year,but illness made me unable to do much with it until recently.

3. What type of items do you offer?

Hand crafted stitchery,prims,and needfuls.

4. How long have you been crafting?

For as long as I can remember..but professionally for over 25 years

5. Who or What inspires you?

My Dad who was a wonderful floral designer was my biggest fan,and always was proud of what I created. Sadly he passed away four years ago,but I know he is smiling down on my saying..I am so proud of you!

6. What is your favorite item in your shop and why?

hummmm...thats a hard one..Usually my stitcheries are my fav.

7. Other places where you can be found.

I also have a website:

http://www.mtswhimsey.com/

my blog:

www.whimseythoughts.blogspot.com/

and on ebay

harvest-moonprimitives

I'd like to thank Bette of Bette's Tomorrows Treasures for teaching me how to add a Etsy Mini within my blog posts. Ü

WOOOO-HOOOO I have 2 chances.....

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That's right....I have 2 chances to win this beauty!

You can have the same chances too!

Just stop by
Primgal's Primitive Palette

and sign up today!

The Spice of a Prim Life!!!

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OFG has it all!!

Would love to have you come visit some treasuries that the Old Farmhouse Gathering has put together for your shopping enjoyment!

Just click the links below!

Springtime Kissed With Sweetness

Add Bounce To Your Step

I'm Dreaming of Spring

Welcoming Spring at the Old Farmhouse

Celebrating Spring in a Big Way

2010-02-17T18:05:00.004-05:00

The Old Farmhouse Gathering group on Etsy are celebrating

Spring in a big way.

Take a peek at 12 shoppes that participated in the fun!

Certainly all gold medal winners!!!

Let's Talk Paint

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I love to paint!!!!
Do you?
Do you like to talk to people
who share the same feelings about it as you do?

If so...I just started a new Yahoo group called "The Paint Bucket"

and you are welcome to join if you like!!
Just click on the link above and send me a note.

Y'all have a great day, and don't get too much paint on your shirt! :-)

Featured Artist

2010-02-01T11:28:00.003-05:00

My feature today is Brenda of the Rusty Thimble has some great prims just waiting for a new home!! Get to know Brenda by reading her short interview below then stop by her shoppes to see what all she has to offer!

1. What is the name of your Etsy shop and why did you choose that name?

The Rusty Thimble...I come by the name honestly, I even had store named this in Texas. I ask my husband almost everyday if you find something rusty today please bring it home to me.

2. How long have you been on Etsy?

Just a few months now.

3. What type of items do you offer?

Primtive Handmade items dolls, critters, tucks, makedos

4. How long have you been crafting?

I remember as a child making doll clothes and watching my mother sew. I Made all of my own clothing in high school.I have made my creations and sold them since the age of 18 and I am now in my 50's. So I guess I could say I have crafted almost all of my life.

5. Who or What inspires you?

I get my inspiration from so many places. I live at a lake and love to go to the water and sit. I love color and all things I can get my hands on that are VINTAGE to use in projects. Old quilts are my favorite, my grandmother and mother always quilted. My mom is 88 and she stills quilts that is enough to inspire anyone. I hope I am still doing this if I reach that age.

6. What is your favorite item in your shop and why?

Right now that would be my Cone Rabbit. It is an original OOAK no two are ever alike. I often make this using old sheet music for the cones.

7. Other places where you can be found (Ebay, webstore, blog)

Check this out!!!

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My featured artist today is Jody of...

Primgal's Primitive Palette

Please take a moment and get to know a little about Jody
by reading her interview below.

1. What is the name of your Etsy shop and why did you choose that name?

My shop is named Primgals Primitive Palette. I chose the name as it best represented what I do. I love to paint primitive items for the home, for everyday use and holidays.

2. How long have you been on Etsy?

I have been on Etsy since January of 2008.

3. What type of items do you offer?

I am very eclectic. I love to paint on found items at thrift stores, tag sales etc. I also purchase some of my surfaces, such as the switch plates, and soaps.

4. How long have you been crafting?

I have crafted all my life, starting at the age of 8 when I took my first ceramic class. I have had a love of painting ever since.

5. Who or What inspires you?

Colonial or Primitive art of any kind. I love to see homes that are decorated in this style. I have some very favorite artists also such as Terrye French, Donna Atkins, and John Sliney.

6. What is your favorite item in your shop and why?

I just love my soaps! They are unique, as I go through a five step process to make them appear as old as they look. it is always such fun to come up with new and different designs for them. Plus they are affordable, and I love being able to produce an item that everyone can afford to add to their home decor.

7. Other places where you can be found.

I am primarily on Etsy but I do have a shop on Artfire, and occasionally I have a few items on Ebay.

Cute giveaway!!!

2010-01-24T17:37:00.005-05:00

Stop by Stephen's Hollow and say 'Hey' to Deana and

sign up for this cute giveaway.

Featuring........

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Martha Smalley of Apple Tree Cottage

It's my pleasure to feature Martha, she is such a talented artist!!

Check out her interview below, then stop by her blog and her Etsy shoppe.

1. What is the name of your Etsy shop and why did you choose that name?

When I was a little girl, my family moved. I was very lonely but found a library near our home, so I would walk there every day and spend hours browsing at books. I found a book titled Apple Tree Cottage and I was absolutely swept away by it. The cottage was a magical place where peace and love was found. I decided if I would name my shop in honor of this book that has such an impression on me when I was young.

2. How long have you been on Etsy?

I joined Etsy in January, 2008.

3. What type of items do you offer?

I offer an eclectic mix of vintage, folk art and primitive items. I love to paint on old pieces that have a story to tell when they come my way.

4. How long have you been crafting? FOREVER!

I have been fortunate to be surrounded by people who have encouraged me since I was small. My husband and my daughter are my two biggest fans.

5. Who or What inspires you?

I love things that come to me with a history. Old boxes, drawers and coffee pots have a story to tell and I like to add just a little “prim” icing on the cake when I find a piece that longs to be reinvented.

6. What is your favorite item in your shop and why?

I can’t say I have one favorite piece. I love everything I paint… each item in my store is something that I would place in my own home.

7. Other places where you can be found (Ebay, webstore, blog).

I sell only on Etsy.
You may visit my blog at appletreecottage.blogspot.com.

Valentines Day Giveaway!

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This is a beauty!!!

Marilyn does such beautiful work...I'm the proud owner of one of her works of art.

She is offering this to the winner of her giveaway over on her blog.

Harvest Moon Primitives

Great Giveaway

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Barbara, over at...

Prairie Harvest Arts

...is having a pattern giveaway. The winner will be chosen from the first 50 people to sign up to follow her blog. Hurry over and check out everything she has to offer and sign up to follow her blog.

Raggedy Lamp Giveaway

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SWEET!!!

Check out this doll Baby!!

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Willa, over at
The Old Cupboard Door

has this beauty up as a giveaway!!

Click the link above and go check it out!

The drawing will be Jan 23rd....so hurry!

Great Giveaway

2010-01-07T08:23:00.003-05:00

Don't you just love these signs?

Please take a second and go over to...

Irish Corkies Primitives

And sign up for a chance to win these goodies!!

Goodbye 2009

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Wishing y'all a

Happy New Year!!!

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New Family Member

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We have a new family member arriving soon!

I won this beautiful Wynter Snow Angel from

Harvest Moon Primitives

I have looked at this picture so many time since winning and I can't wait to hold this precious piece in my hands.

Please stop by Harvest Moon Primitives today and check out all the great items that Marilyn has to offer...her work is just spectacular!

Be Still My Heart!!!

2009-12-01T18:55:00.002-05:00

Wouldn't these just make your heart skip a beat?

Rush on over to .......

The Farmers Attic

and sign up for a chance to win them!!

Ornie Giveaway

2009-11-30T21:10:00.005-05:00

Willa, over at

The Old Cupboard Door
is having an ornie giveaway.

They are just so cute. Hurry over there to sign up!

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

2009-11-26T02:52:00.002-05:00

This picture says it all!!

I hope your day is filled with the love of family and friends!!

No traps needed for these!!!

2009-11-18T05:17:00.004-05:00

Head over to

Old Road Primitives

and sign up for this great giveaway!

Check this out!!

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Simply adorable!

Talk about precious......

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Don't miss your chance to win this beautiful

Wynter Snow Angel

Pop over to

Harvest Moon Primitives

and sign up today!!

Isn't this cute?

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You can sign up for a chance to win this cute ornament over at...

White Sheep Primitive

Great giveaway!

2009-11-13T06:09:00.005-05:00

Head over to

Firecracker Kid's blog

and sign up for a chance to win this great rolling pin holder!

I Don't Mean To Rub It In But.....

2009-11-08T20:23:00.002-05:00

WON

2nd place

in the drawing at

WILLOW BEND PRIMS N MORE

You should check out her blog...

she has the greatest things!

I'm just so tickled!!!

Yippeee!!!

Double Giveaway!!

2009-11-02T06:55:00.003-05:00

Normally, I would add a picture or two...but there are just too many wonderful items to win.

You can however see all the goodies at the

Blusing Rose Boutique

Hurry on over there to sign up!!

Don't You Love A Redhead?

2009-11-01T20:13:00.004-05:00

You can't help but love a redhead, when she looks like this one!

Hurry...head on over to....

Wilma's Wimzee's

and sign up for your chance to adopt her! Ü

Painting VS Real Painting

2009-10-31T10:53:00.005-04:00

I've dabbled in a little decorative painting now for about 4 years, off and on. Sometimes I see something that someone else has painted...a special surface perhaps...that I just can't do without...so I buy it!I did this just the other day!

Well...my package arrived yesterday...and displaying the excitment of a small child...I opened the box....and within it was these 2 beautiful pieces.

Believe me when I say...the pictures do not do justice to this gals work.

Her 18 years of painting is reflected over and over again in her work. Her work is absolutely flawless!! No where, on either piece, do you see a brush mark...and her attention to the finest detail is endless.

When I grow up...I want to paint just like Jody!

Check out her work at either...
Primgal's Primitive Palette Esty shoppe or on her blog.

You have to see this too!!

2009-10-31T08:59:00.003-04:00

Look at all these goodies some lucky person is going to win over at

Willow Bend Prims!!

These are...SO CUTE!!!

2009-10-29T10:21:00.005-04:00

Tamara, of

Bridgeway Primitives

has the cutest patterns for sale.

With a little scrap of wood and a tad of paint,

your home will come alive for the Holiday Season!

Please check out Tamara's blog today, you'll be glad you did!

Will you look at these!!

2009-10-27T12:05:00.003-04:00

Great giveaway over at:

Irish Corkies Primitives

OFG Celebration

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Just click on the pictures above and they will take you straight to the item listed.

cplg blog: It Is Time For The Giveaway!

2009-10-24T14:13:00.002-04:00

Isn't this just beautiful!!!!

cplg blog: It Is Time For The Giveaway!

A Wintry Giveaway

2009-10-22T05:22:00.005-04:00

Another great giveaway!!

TOUCH OF SUNSHINE

GREAT SURFACE GIVEAWAY

2009-10-21T16:49:00.001-04:00

Check this link out today....great giveaway!!

Do You Have Everything On Your Shopping List?

2009-10-21T16:00:00.004-04:00

This is just the greatest mousepad!!

You can find it over at....

Primgal's Primitive Palette

Great Giveaway!!

2009-10-20T21:08:00.003-04:00

Sneak on over to the official
"punkin patch" and sign up to win this!

FIRECRACKERKID PRIMITIVES

Handbag Giveaway!!!

2009-10-19T14:25:00.004-04:00

If you love neat handbags....go check out this link.

Baby Lovin' Mama

Wait Till You See This!!!

2009-10-19T09:53:00.003-04:00

Aren't these fabrics just beautiful!!

For your chance to win them, head on over to....
Pumpkin Patch Primitive Quilt Shoppe

Great Giveaway

2009-10-15T07:12:00.006-04:00

Isn't this just the cutest?

Head on over to....

BITTERSWEET PRIMS

and sign up for your chance to win!

NEAT GIVEAWAY

2009-10-11T08:08:00.002-04:00

Isn't this a great piece?

Do you want a chance to win it?

Well, hurry on over to

Rose Petals and Rust...the Primitives

and sign up right now.

The winner will be announced the 19th of Oct!

Great Giveaway!!!

2009-10-08T08:58:00.003-04:00

Run on over to Cinnamon Berry Lane for this great giveaway!

Simply Adorable

2009-10-06T10:55:00.003-04:00

Aren't these just the cutest?

Primgal's Primitive Palette

Hurry now!!!

Look At These Great Halloween Items

2009-09-29T10:26:00.003-04:00

Aren't these just the cutest?!

You can find them over at:

Primgal's Primitive Palette On Etsy

Another Giveaway!!!

2009-09-29T08:30:00.002-04:00

All you need to do is drop by the blog link listed below and leave a comment.

Folk Art From The Harbor

Dolly Giveaway

2009-09-29T04:58:00.001-04:00

MAURINE'S BIRTHDAY GIVEAWAY

Stop by the link above and sign up!

Great Giveaway!!

2009-09-26T17:17:00.003-04:00

The Old Farmhouse Gathering is having a great giveaway to kick off their fall season over at Etsy.

Run on over to this teams blog and sign up for your chance to win it today.

I love this one........

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Don't walk...run on over!!!!

2009-09-21T18:37:00.005-04:00

The celebration has started over at Team OFG on Etsy.

A few select shops are participating, so hurry over and see everything they are offering.....this Celebration ends October 31.

Just click on the link below.

The Old Farmhouse Gathering

Spectacular Prim Giveaway

2009-09-17T14:16:00.004-04:00

Y'all...you have got to check out this prim giveaway!!!

It is without doubt a beautiful piece. So take a stroll on over to this great blog and sign up today!

BTW...have your drool towel handy! You've been warned! Ü

Primitive Rolling Pin Rack and Dough Bowl Keep

Ready for fall?

2009-08-27T17:31:00.005-04:00

Are you ready for fall?
Check out these items and more over at
Primgal's Primitive Palette at Etsy.

Street Lights Of Eternity

2009-08-22T18:28:00.001-04:00

Check out these

Street Lights Of Eternity.

I love all of them!!

Grand Re-Opening!!!

2009-08-12T21:46:00.002-04:00

Stop by The Country Cellar and say hello to Angela...it's great to have her back again.

Great sale going on...so many goodies that await you!!!

Ready for fall?

2009-07-31T15:16:00.003-04:00

Check these out!!!

You can find these and more at
Primgal's Primitive Palette!

Check this out....

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Isn't that just too cute!!

It was made by Brenda, over at Beezbrewoodnthings .

Check her shop out!! So many treasures to be had.

Memorial Day Tribute

2009-05-25T10:00:00.003-04:00

Our eternal heartfelt thanks, to those who paid the ultimate price, and to those who stand in harms way, so that we can live in this great country.

Today's Featured Artist

2009-05-18T11:27:00.004-04:00

Today's featured artist is Jody of Primgal's Primitive Palette .

Today's Featured Shops

2009-05-15T05:36:00.004-04:00

Today's featured shops belong to Hope!

The little Cinderella button can be found at Triple Trouble .

The lovely lace collar can be found at Belle Dentelle - Beautiful Lace .

Today's Featured Artist

2009-05-13T08:28:00.004-04:00

Today's featured artist is Martha of.....

Apple Tree Cottage

Martha's Blog

Today's Featured Artist

2009-05-11T10:05:00.003-04:00

Today's featured artist is Barbara King and you can

find her work at the following locations.

Prairie Harvest Arts

Prairie Harvest Folk Art & Primitives

Happy Mother's Day

2009-05-10T07:14:00.002-04:00

To all my cyber friends who are Moms...

Happy Mother's Day!

Today's Featured Artist

2009-05-01T06:27:00.003-04:00

Today's featured artist is:

Jody Seilheimer

You can find Jody's wonderful items at the following locations.

Etsy

Artfire

Blog

EZShoppe

Today's Featured Artist

2009-04-29T08:44:00.003-04:00

Today's featured artist is Doreen of Privies and Prims

You can find Doreen's work at the following location.

Etsy

Today's Featured Artist

2009-04-27T10:55:00.004-04:00

From bland to fabulous!!

Today's featured artist is:

Jody Seilheimer

You can find Jody's wonderful items at the following locations.

EZShop

Today's Featured Shop

2009-04-26T12:33:00.004-04:00

Be sure to check out Brenda's work at the following locations.

Etsy

Blog

Today's Featured Shop

2009-04-25T06:45:00.003-04:00

Stop by at the links below and meet

Carol Anderson Of Redneck Candles!!

Etsy

Blog

Today's Featured Shop

2009-04-24T16:34:00.003-04:00

Today's featured shop is Sawdust And Stitches.

Etsy

Blog

Today's Featured Artist

2009-04-23T09:23:00.003-04:00

Today's featured artist is Joan Minervini.

You can find her work at the following locations.

Etsy

Blog

Todays Featured Artist

2009-04-22T15:32:00.003-04:00

Today's featured artist is Rhonda from Bee Charmer Primitives.

You can find Rhonda's wonderful work at the following locations.

Etsy

Blog

Today's Featured Artist

2009-04-21T14:01:00.003-04:00

Today's featured artist is Brenda of Pine Tree Prims.

You can also find Brenda's work at Etsy too!

Check out her work today!!!

Today's Featured Artist

2009-04-19T06:35:00.003-04:00

Today's featured artist is:

Rose Clawson

You can find her fantastic work at the following locations.

http://basketsbyrose.com
http://basketsbyrose.artfire.com
http://basketsbyrose.etsy.com

Today's Featured Artist

2009-04-18T13:49:00.004-04:00

Today's featured artist is:

Jody Seilheimer

You can find Jody's wonderful items at the following locations.

Today's Featured Shop

2009-04-17T09:17:00.003-04:00

Todays Featured Shop is.....

Old Glory Soldier

This shop is operated by an active duty Army family, that specializes in military/patriotic and primitive handcrafted signs.

You can find great items at the folowing locations.

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5652436

http://oldglorysoldiers.blogspot.com/

Today's Featured Artist

2009-04-16T08:13:00.003-04:00

Today's featured artist is Natalie of Aberdeen, SD.

You can find Natalie's work at the following locations.

http://tinsandtreasures.etsy.com
http://tinsandtreasures.blogspot.com/

Today's Featured Artist

2009-04-15T06:59:00.004-04:00

Check out this new creation by today's featured artist!

Alice of Wilma's Wimzee's

You can find this cutie and all her siblings at the following locations.

http://www.wilmaswimzees.com/store/WsDefault.asp?Cat=Wimzees

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5602548

Today's Featured Artist

2009-04-14T14:09:00.003-04:00

Today's featured artist is...

Barb King of Prairie Harvest Arts

You can find Barbs work at the following locations.

http://prairieharvestarts.etsy.com

http://a-prairie-harvest-holiday.blogspot.com/

Enjoy!!

Today's Featured Artist

2009-04-13T07:41:00.003-04:00

Today's Featured Artist is...

Martha of Apple Tree Cottage.

You can find Martha's work at the following locations!

http://appletreecottage.etsy.com

http://appletreecottage.blogspot.com/

Check out her works of art today!!

Happy Easter One and All

2009-04-12T09:58:00.001-04:00

Wishing you a blessed Easter.

Happy Birthday Donna!!!

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Be careful blowing out those candles this year....you don't need a repeat of what happened last year.

Love ya!!

Today's Featured Artist

2009-04-10T08:33:00.003-04:00

Today's featured artist is:

Dee Begg

You can find her work at the following locations.

http://icehousecrafts.etsy.com

http://stores.ebay.com/icehousecrafts

http://icehousecrafts.blogspot.com/

If you're looking for a sign...Dee no doubt has it...or can possibly make it for you! Check her work out today!!

Today's Featured Artist

2009-04-09T10:39:00.001-04:00

Today's featured artist is:

Arlene Ford

You may find her work at the following:

http://www.paintindaze.com/

http://www.theweatheredwindow.com/

http://paintindaze.etsy.com (temporarily closed)

Today's Featured Artist

2009-04-08T08:22:00.001-04:00

Today's featured artist is:

Donna Blassingham Of Pageland, SC

You may find her work at the following links:

http://strokedfromtheheart.etsy.com

http://brushstrokesnstitches.blogspot.com/

Today's Featured Artist

2009-04-07T08:40:00.004-04:00

Today's featured artist is:

Jody Seilheimer

You can find Jody's wonderful items at the following locations.

Blog

ArtFire

Ebay

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Today's Featured Artist.......

2009-04-06T08:24:00.001-04:00

Today's featured artist is:

Jane Smith

You can find Jane's artwork at the following location.

http://JanesFolkArt.etsy.com

Today's Featured Artist...

2009-04-05T07:47:00.012-04:00

Today's featured artist is:

Barbara Haviland of Groves, Texas.
Be sure to stop by the links below and check out her stunning works of art!!

http://www.barbarahaviland-art.com/
http://bhavilandfineart.com/newsite/
http://barbsgarden.blogspot.com/
http://barbsgarden.etsy.com
http://barbara-haviland.fineartamerica.com/
http://barbarahaviland.wordpress.com/
http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/BarbaraHaviland
http://worldwidewomenartists.com/

Sweet Bread

2009-01-27T07:17:00.002-05:00

This recipe is a family favorite...and I hope you'll try it too. I put it on my Etsy as a Pay It Forward....(free copy) ...and it recieved rave reviews from many people who have tried it.
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Pineapple & Banana Nut Bread

Two mixing bowls. One small One large.

3-cups all purpose flour
3/4–teaspoon salt
1-teaspoon baking soda
2-cups sugar
1-teaspoon ground cinnamon
1-cup chopped pecan
3-eggs, beaten
1-cup vegetable oil
2-cups mashed ripe bananas
1-(8-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
2-teaspoon pure vanilla extract

In the large bowl...combine the first five ingredients; then stir in pecans. In the small bowl combined remaining ingredients; then add this to flour mixture, stirring by hand just until dry ingredients are moistened. Spoon batter into 2 greased and floured standard size loaf pans. Bake at 350 for 1 hour and 10 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 5 minutes; remove from pans, and let cool on wire racks.

Enjoy!

OFG ...Think Spring!!

2009-01-21T06:48:00.002-05:00

A friend of mine...Natalie, of Tins and Treasures put together the fantastic treasury I have posted above. Be sure to check out the shops and be sure to stop by Natalie's shop on Etsy today...you'll be glad you did!!! Ü

Happy New Year!

2009-01-01T10:13:00.004-05:00

This past year out of the clear blue...I started getting these emails from a person named Neale Donald Walsh. They have meant so much to me, and I look forward to receiving them. I want to share with y'all the one I got today...I think y'all will enjoy it.
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On this day of your life, Doris, I believe God wants you to know...
....that every day is a New Beginning.

A new cycle begins this day, yet a new cycle begins
every day. Indeed, every moment. So if you recognize
anything on this day, recognize what it symbolizes: The
miracle of the endlessly continuing Cycle of Life.

What a grand day! What a time for celebration! We
begin again today! We turn the page! And so, let go
of all that you do not wish to carry with you any further.
Any fear, any sadness, any anger, any resentment, any
disappointment, any lament...let it all go. And now,
using the specialness of this day as a springboard,
let's get on with Life!

Love, Your Friend....
Neale

If you think you would enjoy finding notes like these in your email you can sign up for them at:
http://www.nealedonaldwalsch.com/index.php?p=Signup