Sunday, January 24

Vintage linens~


I love to hunt for vintage/antique linens~
Antique shops & festivals...
Thrift stores & estate sales...
Lawn sales & auctions...


I immediately put the linens into a mild soak~
Little bit of laundry detergent & oxyclean... warm water.
Sometimes I need to repeat this soak.


Most stains come out over night...
A cold water rinse and gentle squeeze~
I lay them on bath towels and roll them up!


Once they rest for a day I press them, medium heat.


Amazing how vibrant the colors are!


Some are worn... they are just as beautiful as the nearly perfect pieces!


The beautiful stitches~
Time spent...
Treasured.


So many different designs!


Most linen pieces do not have a pattern.
Unique, free hand designs!
From the heart~



I hope you have a wonderful week, Sweet Friends!
Thank you for stopping by~

Monday, January 11

Drumlin Snowman


I was humming, "The hills are alive... with the sound of music..."
the entire time I was punching in the drumlins!


Snowman bellies to fill in...
Sky to finish~


Hope you have been enjoying a creative start to 2016!


Friday, January 8

Valentine Hearts~


Heart to heart to heart...
Pillows, pincushions or hugs to sit on teddy bears laps!
Each with a Valentine message and a sweet little friend~


A big larger this year as my friend Jan zipped them up by machine!
I did enjoy hand-stitching them in the past...
It is much nicer to have a larger size & more to share!

Hope your New Year is off to a great start~
Filled with love and laughter!

Friday, January 1

Happy New Year!


I hope your New Year is filled with beautiful blessings!
Happiness!
Love!
Creative projects!
Little road trips...
Laughter!
Beaches & mountains...
Farmland and rolling hills...
Cities and interesting adventures!
Starry nights & misty mornings~
Favorite books, nights at the theater...
Music that makes your heart sing!
Gardening... exploring... relaxing... celebrating &
JOY!
Thank you for taking the time to join my creative journey~
Happy New Year!