tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10675570533165945932024-03-12T19:47:57.789-07:00Dandelion Wishesmimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005110684945929330noreply@blogger.comBlogger250125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1067557053316594593.post-18348420689981086992015-02-11T10:33:00.000-08:002015-02-11T10:33:35.701-08:00Teddy Bear-- Teddy Bear<div style="text-align: center;">
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Teddy bear, teddy bear, reach up high,</div>
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Teddy bear, teddy bear, touch the sky,</div>
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Teddy bear, teddy bear, bend down low,</div>
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Teddy bear, teddy bear, touch your toes,</div>
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Teddy bear, teddy bear, go to bed,</div>
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Teddy bear, teddy bear, rest your head,</div>
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Teddy bear, teddy bear, turn out the lights,</div>
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Teddy bear, teddy bear, say "good night".</div>
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I used to say this poem with my son Alex--who is now almost 24 :) I have always loved teddy bears-- Whether it be their well loved fur-- with a bare patch or two-- or the sweet expression on their faces, there is just something about them that is so endearing to me. <br />
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I recently purchased a wonderful book from Amy Sinibaldi of <span style="color: #cc0000;"><a href="http://nanacompany.typepad.com/">NANA COMPANY </a> </span>called Sweetly Stitched Handmades. It is filled with lovely projects to stitch. I can't wait to try them all. I started with the project near and dear to my heart--you guessed it---a teddy bear.<br />
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This little rattle was so much fun to make--I made two (for now) Amy also recently shared her pattern to make the sweetest bear softie on her blog. The pattern is free and can be found by clicking <a href="http://www.ehow.com/ehow-crafts/blog/this-bear-belongs-to-your-favorite-new-baby/?utm_source=amysinibaldi&utm_medium=contributor&utm_campaign=blognetwork">here</a>. I think the two together along with a teddy bear onesie would make the perfect gift to welcome a new baby. </div>
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I made one for Claire, the little girl I babysit, and you can see she loves it.</div>
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Stay tuned for more Teddy Bear love--there is a pillow in Amy's book that I am just dying to try :)</div>
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</span>mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005110684945929330noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1067557053316594593.post-39446374639297718332015-02-05T07:16:00.000-08:002015-02-05T07:18:33.624-08:00My Favorite PlaceDo you have one of those places that you love to visit over and over again. That place where each time you visit you make more wonderful memories so that when you leave it calls you back time and time again. For me that place is Berlin, Ohio. After my Dad passed away, Alex and I just wanted to get away for a few days--away but not too far. We had heard how beautiful it was in Berlin and because it is only about 2 hours from home we decided to give it a try. This coming April marks four years since our first visit. We have just arrived home from an overnight stay and let me just say it is just as wonderful today as it was on our first visit. What makes this place so special you ask? I think the best way to answer that question is to share with you some of my many photos of this beautiful place. We have visited during every season so you will be able to see what Berlin is like year round. <br />
Berlin is located in the heart of Amish country.<br />
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Exploring is one of our favorite things to do during our visit. The back roads are dotted with beautiful farms and fields. . Sometimes the roads cut right through the farm property. </div>
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And of course there is the little town of Berlin. Filled with wonderful shops where I have found many treasures. We are always sure to eat at Boyd and Wurthmann. If you want comfort food this is the place to go--chicken, mashed potatoes, meatloaf, country fried steak, fried mush with homemade sausage gravy, buckwheat pancakes, and too many homemade pies to list. </div>
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Every town needs a quilt shop and Berlin has a few. My favorite, Miller's Dry Goods. Alex usually drops me off and heads to the local coffee shop to wait for my return--always with loads of wonderful fabrics.<br />
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<span style="text-align: left;">After all the exploring and shopping are done for the day, we head to the most wonderful Inn for the evening--- The Inn at Honey Run</span></div>
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The Inn offers two places for lodging. You can stay in the main building--which is completely wonderful--or you can stay in their Honeycomb rooms. These rooms are set apart from the main building built directly into the hillside above the Inn. The Honeycomb rooms have become my favorite place to stay. </div>
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There is a fireplace in every room and you have your own private patio. I have never seen stars so bright as when we sit on this patio at night in the Summer. </div>
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This is Annie--their first lamb of the year--born January 15. ( I borrowed these photos from their newsletter as it was much to cold this stay to visit with the sheep. They were snug inside their little barn)</div>
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This is just a small sample of why this place is so special to me and if I could I would be back there in a heartbeat.</div>
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As a young girl growing up I spent my Summer days with friends enjoying their swimming pool. I always had so much fun once I finally eased my way into the water. I can remember my friends telling me "the best way to get in is to just take the plunge and JUMP RIGHT IN". So I will follow that advice as it applies to my blog and just JUMP RIGHT IN sharing a few new creations from my sewing room. <br />
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It feels so nice to be back---mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005110684945929330noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1067557053316594593.post-6053380322638010072013-02-06T08:36:00.002-08:002013-02-06T08:36:58.170-08:00Sunday Sewing<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">Over the weekend Alex was out of town on a business trip and my son, the other Alex :) was busy doing what 21 year old boys do sooooooo I had the whole weekend to myself. What's a girl to do with all that time on her hands???? You guessed it ----SEW. I stayed indoors, snug and warm , all weekend just my sewing machine and I. Oh and the dogs of course :) They didn't mind at all that I watched chick flick after chick flick as long as I stopped long enough to fill their bowls with breakfast and dinner :) I thought I would share with you today all that I got accomplished. I even made something totally new. I will save that for last. </span><br />
<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">First another darling pattern from ElfPop. This pattern is called Saffron. I just love her little bob haircut. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">Next I worked on a few Crinkle Taggie Blankets</span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">And lastly I tried my hand at making this sweet "Lovey Dovey" using a new pattern that I purchased from Abby Glassenberg.</span> </div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">The pattern includes directions to complete four lovies--a kitty, a bear, a puppy and the bunny. I just loved this idea--a sweet little animal face attached to a soft blankie body. I thought they would make a perfect first toy for babies to hug and hold. This was the first time I attempted to sew a pattern that included a head gusset. It was a little tricky for me but I think I got the hang of it. I am sure after a few more of these cuties I will have it mastered. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">Now I just need it to stop snowing so that I can get to the fabric store to purchase the right colors to try the other lovies. Now that Alex is home I see a trip to JoAnn Fabric in his future ;) Happy Wednesday everyone!!!</span></div>
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mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005110684945929330noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1067557053316594593.post-42384292221208115242013-01-31T12:24:00.000-08:002013-01-31T12:24:36.218-08:00More Elf Pop fun<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">Old Man Winter is definitely reminding us today that Winter is NOT over in Pittsburgh. The temperatures were in the 60's earlier this week and today it is 27 degrees, windy with snow showers. As much as I long for Spring, this Winter weather is great for staying indoors with my sewing machine and a good chick flick. Today I thought I would just take a few minutes to share a few completed dolls from my sewing room......</span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;">Watch for more dolls soon--It is going to be freezing weather for the next several days with snow on the way. I think it's a "You've Got Mail" kinda night :)</span></div>
mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005110684945929330noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1067557053316594593.post-22243206229212552802013-01-28T09:25:00.001-08:002013-01-28T09:25:33.378-08:00Elf Pop<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">Are you sitting there at your computer wondering "Now what is she talking about---what is an Elf Pop" No it is not a type of new candy, frozen treat, or toy :) It is a wonderful new shop that I discovered on Etsy. Elf Pop is owned by the very talented Raynor Gellatly. I love everything about this shop including how it got it's name. Raynor named her shop and pattern designs after her three children <strong>E</strong>vie, <strong>L</strong>ois, and <strong>F</strong>lynn (or the ELFs for short) She explains on her website "They inspire me to create and use my imagination and all the ideas that 'pop' into my brain. I love creating toys and patterns for others to create their own toys." Isn't that a wonderfully fun name. Raynor and her family live in North East Scotland!!! That is one of the best things about Etsy--it allows you to discover such talented people all over the world. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">This is Marjorie. I created her using Raynor's "Amber" pattern. I added a little collar and skirt just for fun. She measures 12 inches which I think is perfect for little hands to hold and snuggle.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">Being such a dog lover, I just had to have the Elf Pop dog pattern. The first puppy I made turned out so cute I had to make two.......a brother and a sister :)</span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">If you are looking to make a special toy for your precious little one you should check out Raynor's patterns. I know you will be delighted. Just click on either of these two links and it will take you right to her <a href="http://www.elfpop.com/index.html"><span style="color: red;">website </span></a>or <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ElfPop"><span style="color: red;">Etsy shop</span></a> </span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;">The last pattern I purchased was the "Olive" pattern. I can't wait to make my very own "Olive doll". As soon as I do I will be sure to share a photo--or two :) </span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;">In writting this post, I returned to her Etsy shop so that I could share the link. I took another look at her "Saffron" and "Boyd" patterns. Now I think I just may NEED those too. I am definitely hooked. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">I am not sure that this is 100% accurate but it is sure fun to believe it :) I am 100% certain however that this little girl is truly awesome. She has stolen Aunt Mimi's heart. I cherish the time we spend together and I look forward to all the fun Emily and I are going to have as she grows.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">She is growing so fast and learning new things every day. What a delight to watch.....</span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">This little girl brings so much joy to my life. She is a precious gift from God....</span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">.....and I could not love her more!</span>mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005110684945929330noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1067557053316594593.post-81198600621823422222013-01-16T05:45:00.001-08:002013-01-16T05:49:01.562-08:00From My Sewing Room this Christmas<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">My sewing room this Christmas season was working overtime. There were many days I would begin sewing early in the morning and finish up for the day watching David Letterman. When it became clear to me that I might not be able to finish all of my promised orders, I enlisted the help of my mom. I truly don't know what I would have done with out her help.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">Sewing these little dolls brings me such joy. My Etsy shop has allowed me to meet so many wonderful people some from as far away as Australia. Each one with there own special requests and stories to share about the precious child that would be receiving one of my dolls. As I packaged them for shipping, I thought how awesome it was that a doll that I created would be waiting under their tree Christmas morning. It brought back the child-like wonder of the season that can sometimes be lost as my own son has now grown into adulthood. Sewing these dolls is special to me in so many ways. I would love to share with you a sample of what kept me so busy these last several months........</span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">It was great fun sewing dolls for others to give as gifts but it was even more fun to sew dolls for me to give to my loved ones :)</span><br />
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Just a few of my creations from 2012. I have already started filling orders for the new year and am excited to share those with you as well. So off I go to sew.......Thanks for stopping by ----wishing you a happy day<br />
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<span style="color: #783f04;">I can't forget my fury family :) Mabel, Geno and Sassy</span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">A few days before Christmas, Alex and I along with Stephen, Kim and Emily took a little road trip to Cleveland to so see the original house used in the Christmas Story Movie. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">Just a little glimpse of my Christmas --I hope yours was as happy as mine.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I<span style="color: #783f04;"> received a phone call from a very special childhood friend the other day. When my cell phone rang I did not recognize the number--a very unfamiliar area code. I usually don't answer calls that I do not recognize but thankfully this time I did. "Hello" I said. As soon as I heard the "Hi" on the other end I knew it was my friend Rande. As children, Rande and I lived just a short walking distance from each other. She is just a few years older than I and learned to ride her bike much sooner than I learned to ride mine. She would take the short trip to my house to visit. As time passed Rande's family moved from our neighborhood but Rande and I continued to stay in touch with each other. She would make the trip "home" every year or so and we always made time to see each other. Sometimes we even would have a slumber party.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;">me, Rande, Andrea in 1981</span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">During our recent phone call Rande mentioned that she missed me and wondered if everything was ok. She asked if I was going to do a blog post soon because my last post was way back in October. I assured her that I was doing great. I had just become so overwhelmed with Christmas doll orders that I had neglected my blog. I promised her that I would start updating more often. Her call was a wonderful surprise reminding me that not only has my blog allowed me to meet many new friends but also to keep in touch with life long friends. So in the new year of 2013 I am plan to post more often----- looking forward to meeting and making lots of new friends while visiting and keeping in touch with friends I have known a lifetime. Thank you Rande for this reminder...I love you xoxo</span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">although being from Pittsburgh, I should say Happy Fall Yinz Guys. Another season is upon us. Gone are the dog days of Summer and we say hello to crisp, cool weather, pumpkins and beautifully colored leaves. Fall is my most favorite time of year. I love all that this season brings........</span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;"> Another favorite thing about Fall are all the wonderful comfort foods that go along with the season---hot apple cider, soups and stews--- not to mention all the amazing recipes made with pumpkin. I love it when my house smells of cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and pumpkin. A friend came for coffee this morning so I quickly whipped up some pumpkin muffins. I thought I would share the recipe so you too can have a taste of the season......</span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">Place the sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, pumpkin and water in a bowl and mix. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and spices. Add to the first mixture and mix. Add the raisins and nuts. Let stand one hour at room temperature. Place in greased muffin tins. Bake in a preheated 400 degree oven for approximately 15 minutes. Makes 2 doz. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">It's football season once again. Living in Pittsburgh for my whole life I guess you could say that I grew up on football. Sunday's were never quiet at my childhood home. My parents were true fans. With this cool, Autumn weather we have been having I must say I was in the mood to watch some Steeler football last night. As I watched the game I worked at my sewing table on this little doll for the children's boutique where my dolls are sold. I thought it would be fun to share her with you. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04;">Her little outfit is removable including her Mary-Jane socks. I was just a bit nervous sewing her bloomers. It was my first attempt at ruffles. After a quick consult with my mom I gave it a try. All in all I am happy with the way she turned out. Too bad the game didn't have such a happy result :) That's ok boys you'll get'em next week.......</span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">Last year on August 28 our family was all together in the waiting room of our local hospital awaiting the arrival of our newest family member. It wasn't until late into the evening until we were able to welcome Emily Elizabeth Panormios into our family. Ever since that evening she has brought countless blessings and joys to the whole family. Watching her grow and discover new things has truly been a delight. It was our pleasure last weekend to host her first birthday party celebrating her first year of life. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">This little girl loves Elmo. Whenever she hears his song, "Elmo's World" she stops whatever she is doing to watch. Her parents could not think of a better theme for her first party---ELMO. Kim (Emily's mommy) and I stayed awake many nights working on Elmo decorations for the big day. I was really happy with the end result.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">Happy first Birthday sweet Emily</span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">Now that my craft room is all cleaned and reorganized I have been inspired to create. I thought I would share a few finished projects with you today.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;"> A few sweet lambs all ready for delivery to Grow with Children's Boutique. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">Everyone loves a Superhero. I think this is one of the cutest Superheros around. He comes with his own cape, belt, and mask. An additional mask is included to make Superhero playtime extra fun.</span> </div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">That is what I have been up to. This coming week will be another busy one as we are hosting our little niece, Emily's first birthday party. The theme is Elmo and I can't wait to share with you what Emily's mommy and I have been working on. Check back next week for what I am sure will be lots of pictures :) Have a great week.</span></div>
mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005110684945929330noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1067557053316594593.post-50798706111608234852012-08-17T10:38:00.000-07:002012-08-17T10:38:16.981-07:00A craft room redo.....<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">Yes I am still here. Once again days turn into weeks and weeks into months and I sit here wondering just where did the Summer go? I have been busy over these past two months and I do have lots to share---there have been vacations, finished projects, family gatherings and lots of fun times. I guess I should just jump right in and start with my most recent undertaking----a craft room redo. When I first had the opportunity to have my own craft room I worked mainly with paper. Now that my love for fabric has grown(and grown!) I found that my little room was bursting at the seams with supplies. I needed to clean out and make better use of the space I had. So I began one morning thinking I would be done by noon. Here we are a week later and I have just completed the project. Because I am not using my paper crafting supplies as much, I decided to tuck them away and make my fabric supplies easier to retrieve. </span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YribI88GfFo/UC5zjVHcETI/AAAAAAAAFlo/ZhHHe6CIW24/s1600/sewing+room+redo+13.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" mda="true" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YribI88GfFo/UC5zjVHcETI/AAAAAAAAFlo/ZhHHe6CIW24/s400/sewing+room+redo+13.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><span style="color: #783f04;">And now that I have tended to my neglected blog I hope you will stop by soon to see what else I have been up to this Summer.......</span>mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005110684945929330noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1067557053316594593.post-5749739294367087652012-06-18T13:13:00.001-07:002012-06-18T13:14:22.112-07:00Vintage Fabric<span style="color: #783f04;">Anyone who knows me (even the tiniest bit) knows of my love for fabric. Now some fabrics I have developed an appreciation for but the fabric that really makes me swoon is of the vintage variety. Many designers have produced reproduction vintage fabric--of which I own yards and yards. I count it a real treasure however to actually find a truly vintage piece of fabric. There is just something about the sweet softness of vintage fabric that makes me smile. Over the past several weeks I have had the opportunity to "treasure hunt" at a few estate sales and flea markets. I was doing a bit straightening and reorganizing in my sewing room today ---mainly because I almost couldn't find my sewing machine due to the mess :) I realized that because of my "treasure hunting" I now have quite a nice collection of vintage fabric. I thought I would take a minute to share some of my favorites with you. </span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-iCOumJMToxg/T9-JdeKEoxI/AAAAAAAAFjo/pXhaCuqCBb0/s1600/vintage+fabric+tiny+blue+flower+eyelet.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" rca="true" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-iCOumJMToxg/T9-JdeKEoxI/AAAAAAAAFjo/pXhaCuqCBb0/s400/vintage+fabric+tiny+blue+flower+eyelet.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">I really am excited to create something fun with this sweet fabric. Perhaps a little doll or something using a new pattern I just purchased. I will keep it a secret so you will have to come back and visit with me again soon :) </span>mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005110684945929330noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1067557053316594593.post-44570229777980603282012-06-13T11:22:00.001-07:002012-06-13T11:27:46.395-07:00Winnie the Pooh<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">I have always loved Winnie the Pooh--as a little girl and even more now that I am a grown up girl. I think it is because he reminds me of a simpler time--happy times as a child and friendship. It brings back memories of lovely summer days playing in the woods across from my home with my best friend. I have a small collection of vintage Winnie the Pooh books. I love to look through their pages at the delightful sketches.....</span><br />
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</div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Oq5Vn72hHCE/T9jRduFQCoI/AAAAAAAAFhQ/ArtLXvtwsrM/s1600/whinnie+the+pooh+new+book+8.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" pca="true" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Oq5Vn72hHCE/T9jRduFQCoI/AAAAAAAAFhQ/ArtLXvtwsrM/s400/whinnie+the+pooh+new+book+8.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div align="left"><span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">I had a few more errands to run and my last stop was as Target. You know to pick up things like laundry soap, paper towels, shampoo, and cleaning products. Never did I guess that I would find these....</span></div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-l6EwrotTdHI/T9jS1QI085I/AAAAAAAAFhY/FgYe7FAsiHs/s1600/whinnie+the+pooh+plate.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" pca="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-l6EwrotTdHI/T9jS1QI085I/AAAAAAAAFhY/FgYe7FAsiHs/s400/whinnie+the+pooh+plate.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div align="left"><br />
</div><div align="left" class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-B-zK2ipy8eI/T9jS99YOteI/AAAAAAAAFhg/e7Ph_CpXUQY/s1600/whinnie+the+pooh+bowel.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" pca="true" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-B-zK2ipy8eI/T9jS99YOteI/AAAAAAAAFhg/e7Ph_CpXUQY/s400/whinnie+the+pooh+bowel.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">Now I can't imagine that my husband or my son would like to have their dinner served on these but I sure would so I bought one of each just for me :) My cream of wheat never tasted so good this morning as it did out of this sweet bowl. </span></div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #783f04;">As I close this post for today I will leave you with one of my very favorite Pooh quotes</span></div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #783f04;">"Are we going to be friends forever" asked Piglet</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #783f04;">"Even longer" Pooh answered</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #783f04;">--A Milne</span></div><div align="center"></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-H9xX3ldU7XU/T9jQ-nW3h8I/AAAAAAAAFhI/0QDjhUk6ihQ/s1600/whinnie+the+pooh+new+book+13.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" pca="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-H9xX3ldU7XU/T9jQ-nW3h8I/AAAAAAAAFhI/0QDjhUk6ihQ/s400/whinnie+the+pooh+new+book+13.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">Thanks for checking in with me today my "blog friends" . Hope your day is terrific.</span></div>mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005110684945929330noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1067557053316594593.post-8269328080477432772012-06-09T18:38:00.001-07:002012-06-09T18:43:42.279-07:00Family<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UKmFzau43xk/T9P5vkz6UQI/AAAAAAAAFek/rIx0N_crgbU/s1600/alex+and+emily+june+2012.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" fba="true" height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UKmFzau43xk/T9P5vkz6UQI/AAAAAAAAFek/rIx0N_crgbU/s400/alex+and+emily+june+2012.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Cuteness.....it's a family trait</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Alex and his sweet cousin, Emily chill'n on the patio</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hope you all are enjoying the weekend too :)</div>mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005110684945929330noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1067557053316594593.post-7710434934406186862012-06-06T12:59:00.000-07:002012-06-06T12:59:35.809-07:00Fishing<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">As far back as I can remember, fishing has always been a part of our family. My Dad loved to fish so growing up I spent many a day with a fishing rod in hand. I miss those times with my Dad---those times when my Mom would pack a picnic basket full of chicken and potato salad and we would all have dinner on the shore of the lake. </span><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">Today warmed my heart. As I watched my son--using my Dad's fishing rod-- teach Drew's tiny hands how to fish....</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-OSDjDNt5Fw4/T8-xWxSrh5I/AAAAAAAAFdM/Y618huYJnJ8/s1600/drew+june+fishing+5.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" fba="true" height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-OSDjDNt5Fw4/T8-xWxSrh5I/AAAAAAAAFdM/Y618huYJnJ8/s400/drew+june+fishing+5.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><br />
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</div>mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005110684945929330noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1067557053316594593.post-51289973738006429332012-06-03T10:25:00.002-07:002012-06-03T10:29:28.892-07:00A Month in Photos.....<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;">Sometimes life spins by so fast minutes turn into hours--hours into days and before you know it days into months. Before I let too much time pass I wanted to check in with you all this morning and share with you what I have been up to. If I shared it all with words however, we could be here forever :) so I thought I would share my past month with you in photos........</span></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #783f04;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;"><strong>From my sewing room........</strong></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #783f04; font-family: inherit;"><strong>(custom orders for special customers)</strong></span></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div>mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005110684945929330noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1067557053316594593.post-25584388072681205342012-05-06T08:15:00.001-07:002012-05-06T08:15:17.621-07:00Fisher Price Fun<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">My sister, Andrea and her family live about 2 hours north of me in the little town of Brookville. It has been some time since I have been to visit so my mom and I decided to take a little trip this weekend--- just in time for the local flea market. The flea market is located in the town of Hazen which is only about 15 minutes from my sisters home. We woke early Saturday morning and headed out to begin our adventure.</span> <br />
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The flea market was so much fun as we searched for all of those hidden treasures. I was thrilled to find this pretty little tiara for just one dollar. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">I know I know it is missing a little piece at the top but I think it adds to it's charm. Perfect for an "almost princess"</span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">After all the flea market treasure hunting, Andrea took us to a little shop in town called Cashs Collectibles---another place perfect for treasure hunting. For some time now I have admired vintage Fisher Price toys. It brings back memories of my childhood. Just look what I found at Cashs........</span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">I have always had a heart for children. I love everything about them. Their innocence, their giggles, their energy, their unconditional love, their zest for life, their honesty and their sincerity. It delights me to watch them play and discover new things. My own son, Alex will turn 21 this week. Truely where did the time go? As he grew we planned on adding to our family but as time passed we were just not blessed with any other children of our own. At first I did question this but then I began to see how God would bless me in a different way. He would bring children into my life in so many other ways. First with my sweet girls Kate and Emma--who have now grown into beautiful young ladies. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">After my babysitting time with the girls came to an end, God brought Drew, my new "week day" buddy into my life. Then He blessed our family again with my new neice, Emily. This week I was delighted to have both Drew and Emily to spend time with. What a joy to watch them play together... </span></div>
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Each new day brings new discovery----and it is such a JOY to watch.</span></div>mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005110684945929330noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1067557053316594593.post-51103310497341723652012-03-17T15:45:00.000-07:002012-03-17T15:45:15.627-07:00Happy St Patty's Day<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">I love it when a day brings all that is unexpected. Alex and I had planned on waking early this beautiful St. Patricks day to take a drive to one of my favorite places in Pittsburgh--the Strip District. I have written about this place several times before so I will not repeat myself but if you would like to read my post just click <a href="http://dandelionwishes-mimi.blogspot.com/2009/02/birthdays-can-be-beautiful.html"><span style="color: #cc0000;">here</span></a>. I don't know where we have been for the past several days, but we were totally unaware that the St Patricks Day parade began right at the Strip. At first we were a bit irritated with all the traffic, crowds, and confusion but the longer we sat in the car we realized we had never been to a St Patricks Day parade before. We quickly parked the car and joined in the fun. First things first, neither one of us were wearing the correct color--Alex in blue and I in orange of all colors. We stopped at one of the street vendors, picked our favorite festive St. Patrick shirt, and did a quick change in their "dressing room". After we had the proper attire we headed off to the parade. Once we had been walking a bit I noticed that we had somehow gotten "behind the scenes" at the parade staging area. What fun to see all the participants before the parade began. I must admit I felt a little like Ferris Beuller participating in a parade in which we were really invited :) As we walked we came across Mr Mcfeely--the speedy delivery man from Mr Roger's neighborhood. What a treat to meet him. He was truly a friendly, kind man---taking time to talk and visit with us.</span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZjmV7qcrqK0/T2URnDzLhCI/AAAAAAAAFRU/zx1vjTs81OY/s1600/st+patty+day+12+firefighters+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img aea="true" border="0" height="237" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZjmV7qcrqK0/T2URnDzLhCI/AAAAAAAAFRU/zx1vjTs81OY/s400/st+patty+day+12+firefighters+3.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MfLzmgAib8A/T2ULG5gfZ2I/AAAAAAAAFQQ/xnaLrn30vkw/s1600/st+patty+day+12+me.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img aea="true" border="0" height="237" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MfLzmgAib8A/T2ULG5gfZ2I/AAAAAAAAFQQ/xnaLrn30vkw/s400/st+patty+day+12+me.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><span style="color: #783f04; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">I hope your St Patricks Day was happy and fun too :)</span>mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005110684945929330noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1067557053316594593.post-61318363528253084292012-03-02T10:57:00.000-08:002012-03-02T10:57:43.271-08:00Rag Dolls<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #783f04; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">It's finally here---the art show weekend that I have been working toward since January. I just have a few items to put some finishing touches on and I will be ready. I wanted to share with you some of the dolls that I will be taking with me.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-mY4bktrq5Fc/T1EWUZlDm1I/AAAAAAAAFPE/HG0_9vlJIdU/s1600/jo+doll+red+hair+cu.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-mY4bktrq5Fc/T1EWUZlDm1I/AAAAAAAAFPE/HG0_9vlJIdU/s400/jo+doll+red+hair+cu.JPG" uda="true" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #783f04; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The camera battery is charging as I write this so be sure to stop back on Monday for lots of pictures and adventures from the show. Have a wonderful weekend. xoxo Mimi</span></div>mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005110684945929330noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1067557053316594593.post-62455857635741497562012-02-27T08:54:00.001-08:002012-02-27T08:55:35.576-08:00A Weekends Worth of Sewing<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Just a quick little "check in" to show you what I accomplished this weekend. There is only ONE week left to prepare for the show so I can't visit long today. It was a weekend filled with finger puppets........</span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bgUnUsZIXc0/T0uy1EYNi7I/AAAAAAAAFMs/RWflwMQoEI8/s1600/finger+puppet+flowers.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" lda="true" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bgUnUsZIXc0/T0uy1EYNi7I/AAAAAAAAFMs/RWflwMQoEI8/s400/finger+puppet+flowers.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><span style="color: #783f04; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Well it's back to work for me---this week I will be sewing dolls. Check back soon for pictures. Have a great week :)</span>mimihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18005110684945929330noreply@blogger.com6