Good Monday Morning...My sweet family and friends! Many people don't like Mondays...but, I do!
Today, I have the pleasure of spending the day hanging out in my sewing room...or, as I like to call it..."My Sandbox". (I'm like a child who, once I start sewing, doesn't want to stop...No matter what!)
Can you hear me singing..."The Hills Are Alive With The Sound Of Music"?
Whatever in the world made you think that RED IS MY FAVORITE COLOR?
I hope you will come back in a few days...I will be posting some of the sewing projects that I have had the fun of stitching up.
Have a great week, sweet friends! Blessings, Carolynn xoxo
I posted my Red Sock Monkeys on REDNESDAY... www.suelovescherries.blogspot.com
I am honored to be nominated for a "Sunshine Award" by "Emma/TheLogCabin"! I have seen this colorful daisy on some of my very favorite blogs and am deeply humbled!
Thank you, sweet Emma!
I've been asked to answer these ten questions...Here goes!
***My favorite color...I love RED, RED, RED! It's such a cheery, bright color!
***My favorite number..."316" (John 3:16...) "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten son...That whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life." (My favorite scripture verse).
*** My favorite animal...Hand's down! I am a cat lover...My three kitties bring so much joy and comfort to my life...I can't imagine life without them!
***Favorite non-alcoholic beverage...Hazelnut Coffee...a cup a day, keeps the doctor away!
***Do I prefer Facebook or Twitter? I am a confirmed Flickr and blog fan...Not a minute extra for FB or Twitter!
***What is my passion? My first one is my love for God and living a life that honors Him. My second is my marriage to the sweetest man on earth. My third is my great big family...I am one of six children and am blessed with a huge extended family. Fourth is my love for nesting, home, sewing, creating and blessings others with the work of my hands.
***Do I prefer giving or receiving?...I love to give to others! It truly is a passion for me. I receive so much pleasure by sewing for my family and friends! I always want to be an encourager in everything I do.
***My Favorite pattern...Checks and Polka Dots...especially, RED ones!
***My favorite day of the week...Oh, I love Fridays! It's the beginning of my island in the week...Ahhh...A time of rest, worship, friendships, long drives in the country with my sweetie...Ahh!
***My favorite flower...Lilacs and Johnny-Jump-Ups. One smells so sweet and the other looks so sweet!
Now, to list five blogs I enjoy...Oh, this is a tuffy because I love visiting so many, many beautiful blogs!
"Sweet Vintage Rose Cottage" by Paula
"My Vintage Mending" by Renee
"Ribbonwood Cottage" by Debbie
"Vintage Grey" by Heather
"Sew A Little Love" by Tania
If any of you choose to decline...Please know that I will understand.
Blessings, my darling friends! Carolynn xoxo
"Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see." Mark Twain
Welcome to my Sewing Room...A place where I love to spend time!
Can you tell that RED IS MY FAVORITE COLOR ? Can you tell that I LOVE POLKA DOTS?
This week I am hoping to spend some quality time stitching up the final details on my "giveaway" for my first official visitor who commented on my blog...her name is Shirley of "Zetta's Apron" and her blog is delightful. I will be popping it in the mail. When I know Shirley has received her gift, I will post a photo of it! I pray you all have a wonderful week, my dear friends! Blessings, Carolynn xoxo
I'm almost as crazy about pillows as I am about aprons! Linda's blog "it all started with paint" is hosting a link party. I just couldn't resist joining in on the fun!
I made these little pillows from vintage quilt blocks & linens. There are two rooms in my home that are painted in soft pastels...our master bedroom and guestroom.
As much as I love the color RED...I enjoy peaceful pastels to slip away to for a pleasant nap or a good nights sleep.
Very inexpensive project...Made from a drapery sample & thrifted vintage crochet.
I was blessed to attend a Martha Pullen Heirloom School and learned wonderful sewing techniques.
Soft blue silk ribbon
A fun project that I made at Martha Pullen's Heirloom Sewing School.
Another inexpensive project...Made from a well worn table cloth.
A bolster that I made from drapery scraps...
Bluework embroidery on linen...Don't you love these two little sweethearts?!
Thank you, my dearest friends, for stopping by and for your kind comments!You are all such a blessing to me,Carolynn xoxo
Please stop by and join in the fun at Linda's "Pillowpalooza"! Linda's blog address is www.itallstartedwithpaint.blogspot.com
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
