Boo Boo Kitty GIVEAWAY!

I haven't had a Giveaway in a while so I thought I'd see if I can find a home for Boo Boo Kitty and his Pumpkin Patch!



This was made using a pattern from Old Road Primitives. Each piece has been cut from cotton muslin, stuffed, painted with acrylic paints and baked in the oven with my Vanilla/Cinnamon/Coffee Prim mix. This set comes with Boo Boo Kitty and 4 pumpkins: 1 large, 1 medium, and 2 smalls. Boo Boo's Hat is made from cotton fabric and has been primmed and baked. It is glued to his left ear and has a bow of raffia and 3 rusted jingle bells glued for extra embellishment. His whiskers are sisal; his eyes are small black buttons. His nose is painted on with acrylic paint. SO CUTE!
Measurements are approx. Kitty 9" x 5"; largest pumpkin, 7" x 6" with the medium and small a few inches in difference,one from the other.
Made in a Smoke Free/Pet Free environment.

If you would like to have him come to your home, then leave me a comment on this post.

If you share, I'll count you 2 times!!
Make sure you leave me a way to contact you, otherwise, I can't count you.

This Giveaway is open for USA participants, only.

I will use Random.org to choose my winner.

Winner will be announced: Saturday, October 10th!

Thanks so much for your support and GOOD LUCK!
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Vicky

Being Creative!

I've been playing with a new medium in my spare time! I told you a month or so ago that I was experimenting with Creative Paper Clay and Kwik Wood.

I've seen so many Artists using it to sculpt gourds, wood work, and glass ware that I thought I'd give it a try. Of course, wood is my first choice of material as it's what I'm most comfortable with.

I chose to do a small pin pattern and kept the design very simple and minimal. We're coming into Fall so I HAD to do something for Halloween, right?!

I started with a simple wooden shape cut out of MDF.

I shaped some arms and gave it something to hold.

Added a little bit of acrylic paints to it.

And I have a ghost! Still need to add a few more strokes of paint but really quite simple to do.

I went a bit further and coated the whole wood piece with the clay.

I think I might like this one better once I get it finished!

I even made some Candy with it!

I also tried the Kwik Wood. It's great for sculpting pieces that have broken off of an item. I used it to make this guys face. It stick really well with the aid of water.

This is how he turned out!

 

This is Stanley and is available in my Etsy shop.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/246115795/cat-stanley-black-halloween-fffofg

And I also did this guy.....

I'm thinking not too bad for a first try! So I've got my gourds out and am now playing with a few Snowman and Santa designs. I think I like the Paper Clay better than the Kwik Wood. You have to use water with both as you're molding/sculpting. The Kwik Wood is a bit stickier and I just like the feel of the clay. I remember when I was in 7th grade, our Art Teacher had us using clay and making sculptures. I remember making an Owl. It went to the Art Show and, although I didn't win any ribbons, I was very happy she chose my work. AND, I still have that memory!

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Lots of orders for Fall Garlands are underway. Still have one or two Teacher Name Plates to finish. I've a couple of Turkeys on my 'stuffing' table that I need to get to and then I think I'll play with a couple of Christmas patterns before I call it quits for the year.

Looking forward to some cooler temps. Mother Nature teased us yesterday but we were back at 89 by the end of the day!

Have a great week!

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Vicky

SEW Much!

 

So/Sew much to show you! Not necessarily in any kind of order so bear with me!



The Frogette Sisters, Toadie and Tallula, are now in my Etsy shop! They are made from a pattern by Pam Gracia of Soft in the Head.

My guy had a birthday! He looks so tired in this pic with 3 of our 6 kids! I made him a German Chocolate cake and the daughter in the green bought him steaks and made potatoes and a lovely green salad to go with it!

This little lady is new in my Etsy shop! She's from Victoria Lynn of Kentucky Primitives.

Corny Candy! Pattern by Patties Ratties!

A little 13" Rag doll! Pattern by Sweet Meadows Farm!

I'm playing with my Creative Clay and Kwik Wood! Got a few things to show and share with you in my next post!

Everyone thinks Fall is here 'cause I'm making these left and right! It's still pretty hot here and lots of rain still coming down!

New in my Etsy from Chestnut Junction!

Our OFG (Old Farmhouse Gathering) Team is holding our Fall Celebration! Drop by Etsy and type in the letters FFFOFG in Etsy's search bar OR click on the pic on my sideboard at the top right, to see more wonderful creations from our talented team!

Elvira and Winthrop are back! Another wonderful pattern from Soft In The Head!

    I'm making pumpkins of every kind to add to some of my packages. Found some Cinnamon sticks and silk florals in Hobby Lobby to top them with. Sure like the way they're turning out!

Lots more to share with you but gotta run and get some orders packaged up. Teachers are awaiting their name plates!

Thanks for stopping by!

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Vicky

 

Vicky's Art: TUTORIAL: Prim Candy Corn

Vicky's Art: TUTORIAL: Prim Candy Corn: Let's make some Candy Corn! Gotta start with a shape! Whether it's someone's pattern (please give them credit!) or your own, ...

Working....

I'm not really sure that I wanted to get started again but I seem to have found my 'groove' for now. I've been cutting out and sewing up Fall patterns. Some I already had and some I've recently bought. Have you ever heard of Chestnut Junction/Kellie Sharp? She's great and has her patterns, e-patterns, for $1.99. You can find her on Etsy if you click on the link above. I just picked up another 6 yesterday. I'm also working on some patterns from Pam Gracia of Soft In the Head.

I ventured outside away from my pool to cut some wood patterns out.

I was sweating like a pig by the time I finished and it was only 11:30 a.m. I think we reached 98 by the end of the day! It's been one of those long, hot summers for us and I'm afraid it's not even close to ending. This box of goodies is awaiting paint coverage! Lots of cute Fall designs from Renee Mullins of Plum Purdy.

These girls were 'sunning' and drying out from their bath in vanilla and cinnamon. They'll be

cute-sied up in a few more days. The pumpkins are for a different pattern.

I finished this last week but just got them photo'd.

Cute and inexpensive for a favorite Teacher. You can find it in my Etsy shop HERE.

For those of you on FaceBook, you may have already seen my pictures from the weekend. These guys turned the big "10" last Friday.

They didn't want a party because parties are for 'babies' so we took them to the beach (Jax and St. Augustine).

The weather wasn't the best but we did get some sunshine in the mornings.

Daddy taught then how to 'boogie' board and they had a blast. It was a memorable B-day and said to have been the 'Best'. Well, they say that every year but I have to agree with them this time!

School starts up on the 17th here. You'll probably hear my "YIPPEE" from where you are. I'm ready to get back into routine although not too excited about the early morning start.

It's already 4:30 p.m. and I've got 2 orders to finish so I can mail them out tomorrow so I better get moving.

Hope Summer has been good to you!

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Vicky

 



My Pin Keep Swap!

I'm a bit late getting this posted. Life gets in the way of all of my fun.

I joined in on Wendy's Annual 'Christmas in July' Pin Keep Swap over at Ravenwood Whimzies this past month. I received my Pin Keep over a week ago from Mary!

She's a 'fellow Floridian' and her blog is https://anoldcrowsjourney.wordpress.com/

Stop by her Blog and you can see what I sent her. My camera wasn't working the day I sent it out and my hubby took the pic on his phone. Of course, he didn't give me the photo yet. I forgot to remind him the required 10 times!

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We had a fun time with the 12-13 year olds from our Church. It's also an Annual event here at the Weaver's house! We LOVE having the youth come out. Some of these kids have never enjoyed these sporting events that we take for granted. I've been on or around the water here in Florida all of my life. I can't Water Ski but I've tried it all!!



We had a great day and enjoyed the Sun and it's shine before the storms hit in the afternoon.

I'm a lucky gal to live and play on the Lake!

We're getting over the dregs of a nasty Upper Respiratory Virus. I finally caved in and went to the Docs. A double Ear/Sinus Infection warranted me 10 days of Antibiotic. Orders for School Name Blocks are coming in so I've got to get better.

Hope your Summer has been fun! School starts in a few more weeks. I'll be glad to get back on a routine although I could do without the early morning wake-up calls!

Have a good one!

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Vicky

 

I'm Thinking of Fall!

Etsy is celebrating "Christmas in July". It's the first day of July. Christmas is 6 months away. I'm sure you know that already, however, I have to keep saying it over and over again to myself as it's hard to believe we're half-way through 2015. When my kids were little I was always finished with my Holiday shopping by September. Even though my shop is participating in the celebration on Etsy, my mind cannot wrap around anything Christmas at this time.

I am thinking of Fall, however. Purchased these super cute patterns from Pattis Ratties.

You can find her shop HERE. I've set up my sewing machine and cutting out these patterns today.

I also picked up some extra fabric from a gal on my Overstock sales page on Facebook.

A whole box of fat quarters! Yes, I need another piece of fabric like I need another hole in the head but it's one of my obsessions and something that I'll always give into. Plus I'm making some 12" Rag Dolls with some 8-11 year olds this month and they'll need dresses. Well, yes, that's a little much for a few Rag Doll dresses but it will deplete my supply just a bit....even though someone already donated some pretty Calicos. A girl has to keep a close eye out for her supply stash!

I went to Target and in their $1 section I found these.

Chalk Board surfaces. I always like to have a 'little something' to put into a package whenever I've had a buyer purchase more than average. I just like to show my appreciation and I think it's good business. Hasn't hurt me in any way and I'm sure the customer appreciates the extra and unexpected. I know I do when I receive the same.

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Forgot to share Father's day. I think the kids may regret getting this. Their Dad loves to have his feet rubbed and he enjoyed this gift.

I'm sure I'll be the one handling this most times.

Also wanted to share Southern Living's recipe for their Key Lime Pound Cake. I made this for Father's Day and it was very well received!

YUM!!

You can find the recipe HERE.

If you want to visit shops that are celebrating 'Christmas in July' on Etsy then go to Etsy HERE or you can type in the search bar CIJ. Many of us have a coupon. Mine is CIJ15 for 15% off anything in my shop.

I'm still 'thinking' about painting the house. It'll happen one of these days!

Have a great day!

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Vicky

 

 

 

 

 



Now I'M a Winner!

Look what I won from Lorena at Rose Chic Friends!

Oh my, but you should see the painting on the candles! Everything is so well made and came packaged beautifully! So lovely!

You can also find her here on her Etsy!

https://www.etsy.com/shop/RoseChicFriends

Stop by and see her beautiful handmade work!

Love finding new friends in Cyber Space!

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Vicky

WINNER for My Supply Giveaway!

Sorry for the late post! Internet doesn't seem to want to work for me this morning so I've moved my computer to the table. Random.org chose my winner for me and it is HILLTOPHOMESTEADER. As soon as I contact her and get her info I'll be sending out this box of wood supplies.

I've got another post to write and will do that for tomorrow.

BIG THANKS to those of you who signed up! I appreciate you stopping by and for your continued support!

Have a great day!

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Vicky

 

 



In the Midst of June........

WOW! We're in the middle of June already!

 

 The old adage 'Time flies while you're having fun' does not apply here. I've actually been painting the interior of my home. So far, I've finished up the trim in our daughter's room. Yeah, I'm not really moving very fast.We're getting ready to lay down some new carpeting for her. I'm still trying to convince my husband that wood floors, as we have in most of our home, would be more appropriate for a 10 year olds room. Well, I'm still trying to convince him as he's set on carpet in the bedrooms.

We also have new countertops in the kitchen so the cabinets, which had already been painted on when we moved in, need to have a new coat of paint. Last but not least. I have to paint the walls in the living area. Sigh....The paint is purchased along with new curtains and some decorative pieces to hang up. I'm dragging my feet. Yes, I do all of the painting. I'm growing less fond of this type of painting, however.

The kids have been out of school for a few weeks and are having a great time.

 

 Lots of swim time and a day playing on the big slide plus playing with the neighbor twins on the days they come out to the lake. Ahhhhhh, to be young and carefree again!

I haven't been decorative painting or sewing at all. I've taken time to go through some closets and got rid of things I've no use for. Might need them tomorrow or next week as that's the way 'Murphy's Law' works but my closets are a bit lighter!

I wanted to remind you about my SUPPLY GIVEAWAY.

It's the post below this one or just click HERE. A winner will be announced on Monday. (USA participants only, please.)

Today is just another day for us. I guess I'll get started on those dreaded kitchen cabinets (said while whimpering, whining, and gnashing teeth!). I stopped believing in Fairies a long time ago.

Have a great day!

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Vicky