Black Friday Shopping

I hope you all have recovered from the Thanksgiving bloat and have not gained as much weight as I have.  Oh my sweet tooth was working overtime yesterday and you just can't say NO.....at least I can't.  Then today you get to eat the wonderful leftovers which I think taste better than the original meal.  I still haven't figured that one out.

Today I met the kids at the Altamonte Mall and did some Black Friday shopping.  One of my favorite stores is Pandora.  I have two bracelets....one for my family and holiday charms and one for my Disney Princess charms.  The second one I am collecting for Peyton but now that she has two boys, I don't know what she'll do with it.  Today I was able to purchase one of their rings, a teddy bear charm to go with Zane's picture charm and the third item was free.  I left Peyton pick out a ring and she got a really cute silver one with a bow on top and a small white pearl in the center of the bow.  If you've never had a chance to look at Pandora's jewelry, take a moment because it's really nicely made and I've never had a issue with any that I've purchased.

Next up I finished a cowl yesterday and I just took it off the blocking mats.  This one is made of a fine wool in three different colors but they all remind me of Indian Corn so that's what I've named it.  It's about 6 inches wide and about 30 inches around.  You can find it in my store.

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend and one thing I was Thankful for yesterday was all my loyal readers and followers.  I hope your day was filled with love, laughter and family.

Blessings, Barbara

To all my loyal followers and friends....

Barbara and Family

Zane and Project Bags

Good Sunday to all of you who have stopped by.  Nothing is greater than getting to hold a baby that is part of your family and knowing that it will grow up being loved.  My DH and I went over yesterday to welcome the new addition into our little family.  He is so precious and don't you just love that new baby smell!  Here is a picture of our Little Zane sleeping peacefully.  Doesn't he look like a doll?  He has a large piece of my heart already.

We all went out for BBQ to a restaurant named The Mission.  If you have one of these near you, I highly recommend it.  Their theme is the military and veterans and yesterday being Veterans Day, they had bagpipes and all veterans ate free.  They have fabulous food and the price is very reasonable.  

I was busy yesterday and today finishing up some project bags for my store.  I've been in the mood to do some sewing and these I came up with.

Babs Bunny

11 x 12

Petunia Pig

10.5 x 12

Bette Davis

11 x 11

Perfect Rose

11 x 12

Winter Wreath

11 x 12

I always have fun finding that right pattern to suit the cotton fabric and this time especially.  The bunny I just fell in love with her.  She looks so shy and bashful.  Up north there is a wild flower called Queen Anne's Lace and it's one of my favorites and I love how Petunia is holding one.  The Winter Wreath is a no brainer with the beautiful red cardinals against the snowy background.  The Perfect Rose because it reminds me of the rose bushes my Mother had  and Bette Davis because when I first saw this pattern she instantly came to mind.  She's my all time favorite actress from the 30's and 40's.  You'll find all of these in the Project Bags for Sale store.  

I hope each and every one of you has a fantastic week ahead and is able to hug and tell a family member you love them.  

Blessings, Barbara

Zane Brantley

I'd like to introduce Zane Brantley.....our newest addition to the family and our second great/grandson.  Mom, Dad and Little Zane are doing fine.  

Blessings Abound, Barbara

A finish and a shocker

Good Saturday afternoon to all my fellow stitchers.  I hope you are doing better than I am.  I woke up yesterday with another case of bronchitis.  This is twice this fall and I am never this sick so often.  Old age will kill you!

My finish is a project bag celebrating the fall season.  It has a machine embroidered pumpkin with lots of curly cues and the fabric has blackbirds.  Now how can you go wrong with that combination?  It turned out about 10 x 12 and is lined in a black checked primitive cotton fabric and is padded with Warm and Natural cotton batting.  If you are interested, you'll find this in my store of Finished Project Bags for Sale.

This past week was Little John's first trip to the dentist.  I'm telling you this little boy continues to shock us 24/7.  He sat in that big chair like he owned it and wasn't afraid and did everything the Dentist asked him to do.  He wasn't even afraid of the pick instrument that they jab you with.  Here's our big boy in the chair.  The sunglasses are so the light doesn't hurt their eyes.

I thought I'd give you an update on Belle.  They discovered that she is allergic to chicken protein and that's why she was breaking out in little pimples.  Since going on a special diet, her coat is beautiful and here's her and Little John taking a nap on her bed.

Then there's my little brat... Vallie.  I've left her coat grow a little longer with winter coming and she's so fluffy!!!

That's all for now.  Between the sore throat and the body aches....bed is calling my name.  I hope all of you are doing well and continue thru the season of flu.

Blessings, Barbara