Oh, how I LOVE APRONS! They treat my heart to so many wonderful memories like...My precious Gramma Peggie, her warm, sweet smelling kitchen, her strong faith in God, her loving heart, and her melodious laughter...Times past that are dear to my heart!
SOMETHING SPECIAL FOR SHIRLEY...OF "Zetta's Apron"
This week I have been stitching up something special for the very first person who left a comment on my new blog. Her name is Shirley from "Zetta's Apron" blog. In a loving tribute Shirley has dedicated her blog to her Grandma Zetta's memory. I was so touched by this that I thought it would be most appropriate to make an apron in honor of her Grandmother. Shirley loves the color RED (like me) and she has a penchant for polka dots. My dear Shirley...I hope you enjoy wearing your red, white and polka dot apron in good health!
***AN APRON ISN'T AN APRON WITHOUT A POCKET***
***ALL TIED UP WITH A PRETTY BOW***AND A CUSTOM "Chenille Cottage" LABEL***
BLESSINGS, SHIRLEY...I HOPE YOU ENJOY YOUR NEW APRON! LOVINGLY, CAROLYNN xoxo
Hello...My sweet blogging friends! In my post I'd like to share some of the bright red cherries that are sprinkled throughout my home. From cotton aprons trimmed with old fashioned red rick rack to cozy quilts...They are all such a lovely addition to any country cottage decor!
Each year my sister, Sherry, blesses me with lots and lots of cherries. I like to dehydrate and then freeze them. They are delicious in homemade ice cream, nut breads and homemade granola bars!
I've been busy in my sewing room this past week making up thissweet little 1940s vintage apron.I found this wonderful vintage pattern thenmodified it a bit for this apron.
Pardon my camera exposure...The apron looks blue, but it's black with tiny little cherries and cherry red rick rack.
Aprons always look so sweet garnished with rick rack. The original 1940s vintage pattern incorporated lots and lots of it.
I was thrilled to find this 1940s Vintage Apron pattern. When I have an etsy shop I will be stitching up these darling aprons for sale.
I love...love...love the back of this apron. If you look closely there is a band between the shoulders to prevent the straps from slipping off your shoulders. I attached the straps at the waistband with buttonholes and shiny black buttons.
The finishing touch!
MORE CHERRIES!
The table runner with the bright red cherries was lovingly made by my sister, Patti, for my birthday. Doesn't it look pretty snugged in with the vintage quilt and red pillows? (I "TWEAKED" this sadly worn antique settee...It's in dire need of a new upholstering. All the soft textiles offer a simple disguise!)
So many of my blogging friends have a penchant for cherries. And, so do I!
HERE ARE A FEW CHERRIES FROM AROUND MY HOME.
This is a closeup of a large tole painted glass jarthat I store my twill tape that I use for my"Chenille Cottage" labels.
Isn't she lovely! My darling adopted daughter, Paula, from "Rose Fairie Cottage" made this sweet little quilted portrait for me for Mother's Day.
(This is the fabric I used to recover my ironing board.) Thank you my sweet friends for stopping by for a visit.
How I would love to share a slice of freshly baked cherry walnut bread and a hot cup of tea with each one of you!
Have a wonderful week! Blessings, Carolynn xoxo
"Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him." Psalm 34:8
