Decal Bottles and Easter Post Cards

Carol, gave a recent post about making/altering bottles with water slide decals and I bought

some decals from her and "made" some tonight. " Before "

~~~ AFTER ~~~
Easy, peasy! Mine aren't as "fancy" as Carol's. Thanks for sharing your ideas, Carol! If you haven't been to Carol's blog...you are missing some great ideas! She shares A LOT! I'm going to see if they will sell at the shops, "crossing fingers" !!!

Sweet Pea this morning. She continues to bring us much Joy and Smiles. (Hubby's legs)

Cute postcard from my computer file.

Not sure what this one says. I thought it's pretty and looks "Easter" like to me.

I'm sure you have heard that the weather in Minnesota is setting records from 100 years ago. It is totally like early summer instead of the end of winter. It doesn't feel like March at all! I want to start working in the yard. Can't!!! It still could "snow" and the ground isn't ready.

Worked today at the Vintage Cottage and Laurel from Chipping with Charm visited the store and recognized me! Laurel also shares many great ideas on her blog.

Tomorrow I'm working a duty day for another person. He needed to trade because of a bad ankle. No estate sales for me :( Hubby is going to one with LOTS of Toys! Maybe I'll go Sunday when it's discount day.

Have a Great Weekend. I hope you find a treasure or two!

Warmly,

deb

500 Post, Casey Jones & B-day

WOW...this is my 500 post! Where does the time go??! And....do I really have that much to say!? LOL! I'm digging thru my "stashes" and will have a giveaway soon. One of our old clocks. It's now at one of the shops. Can't keep everything!

I think I may have showed this picture before. My sister's and I loved to watch Casey Jones. We were even more excited to have our picture taken with him, even thou it doesn't look like it! I'm maybe, 10 years old.

With the temps in the 60's it is "Spray" painting time! Frames, totes and little shelf for display pieces.

My "little" Grand will be 9 years old this week and today we celebrated her birthday! Aww..she is growing up so fast. Almost as tall as me and can where my shoes!

This is our gift to her...on the card it told her what the gift is.."teddy bear hamster" that she can pick out after they move.

One HAPPY and Excited birthday girl!

This week's agenda so far: cleaning 2 houses with the gal that has her own business on Tuesday, aka: making money, BSF Thursday and Friday working at The Vintage Cottage, aka, Fun and making $$$. Throw in a couple days working out, laundry, groceries, etc... and there is my "week". What's on your schedule?

Warmly,

deb

Goodies, Easter Cards & Vignettes

Vignette on the hearth. Loving my bird nests.

On Monday I was able to make some cards with "J". We went to Archivers for the day and used their work room.We had a nice big table to spread out our papers and things. It's free! Of course I did make a small purchase.

A gal from church wanted to know if we "buy" antiques and things. Sure, if the price is right and it's something we are interested in. Sooooo I bought somethings from her to resell. The Southern Belle pillowcases are in great condition!

Another set...near perfect condition...with lovely lace on them. Yes, they are for sale if anyone is interested. Email me!

Vignette on top of my bookcase. Love the old wood pieces! (not for sale, LOL!)

Found these little bunnies while digging in the Easter totes. Awww...

Haven't seen these types of planters before and YES, they are for sale. Email me! I'm shameless!
Motorcycle and airplane are just so sweet!

Remember my friend, Sharon, who now lives in a nursing home and recently had the feeding tube put in...WELL...and Praise The Lord...she can now have 2 small meals a day! Let me tell you I'm beyond happy for her! Her birthday is this weekend and I'm going to visit her on Friday. Thank you if you have been praying for her! God is Awesome!

I have a duty day on Saturday. Sunday is Grand girl's birthday party. She really wants a hamster. I have a glass "cage" and the necessary stuff in the garage. She will get one or two, but not until they move into their home in April.

This is my 499 post! Who Knew I had so much to say...

Don't forget set your clock ahead 1 hour if you have daylight savings on Saturday before bed! I don't like losing my hour of sleep!

Nothing too exciting happening around here. Just waiting for Spring!

Warmly,

deb :)

More Easter Decor

Easter Candy!

These little chicks are on a side table.

This bow window is on the front of the house and is in the dining area. It's very hard to get a good photo. Pretty soon there will be golfers across the street. We are just a few houses down from the 5th hole!

Thank you for all the kind comments about the "hopping mantle"! Since the computer is in the lower level/family room and my craft room is now on the main level, I find that I'm on the computer less. Maybe that is a "good thing"?!

Have a Blessed Sunday!

Warmly,

deb :)

What's "Hopping" On My Mantle

Vintage and jointed sweet bunny girl :)

Vintage bunny.

Vintage bunnies.

A bunny my Mom made years ago at her ceramic's class. I love this one!

Well loved pink bunny makes me smile.

A one of a kind from a special blogging buddy.

...just some of my favorite bunnies! I put up some Easter decor this weekend. Not doing as much as I have in years past. I also did the bow window and will show you that soon. Easter will be here before we know it. I'm hoping to start making Easter cards on Friday with a BFF.

Thanks for all your comments about my craft room.

Guess we may have some "winter weather" between tonight and the morning. It might be a stay at home day tomorrow...however, "us" Minnesotans are tough! LOL! Not much keeps us inside.
Warmly,

deb :)

Easter Bunnies at the Grocery Store

Stopped in the local Cub Foods store and saw this and it sure made me SMILE!!!

Someone is very creative! I think it's as sweet as can be! While I don't drink Pepsi...I'm loving their display! The bunnies are side by side! Between my camera and the aisle, I couldn't get a full photo of them. Guess I need to get out my Easter Decor this weekend.

Aww...my "day dreamers" love looking outside and laying in the sun. I Love my "Puppies"!

Have a Great Weekend!

Warmly,

deb :)

~ CRAFT ROOM ~ Reveal

View from the doorway. What you don't see are 2 closets that are on the right side of the room which hubby has his clothes in. We have very small closets in the house. This room is about 9X10 ish size.

My "work" table.

The corner cabinet is perfect. It still isn't filled as there are still boxes of stuff to go through and sort/throw/sell or donate.

Don't know why this one is blurred...

It is still a work in progress. I am looking for a different work table for one. The one I have is too large. I'm happy to have my "own" space. It's been a L-O-N-G time in coming and I think hubby is a little "okay" that I've taken over the TV to make it a craft room. Down the road I'll "take over" the 2 closets that are in the room. The more I work in the room the easier it will be to make it work it "work for me". I love the huge window and decided on the white sheers for the window treatment. While I love the cottage rose curtains, it was just too dark for me.

I'm open for any suggestions, ideas and comments!

We have about 4 inches of snow this morning. Looking pretty outside.

Yesterday was future SIL's birthday. Granddaughter and I made him a cake. After cake she had a "magic" show for us. It was so sweet. She also told a few "jokes".
Hmmm..I think I'll go to my craft room and start putting together some ideas for Easter!

Warmly,

deb