The Primitive Window

Friday, November 4, 2011

Falling Back into Blogging

Taking the time to fall back into blogging. Life's roller coaster has been keeping us very busy. It is always such an adventure. But I am falling back in place.

Fall has been a bit rainy here in my neck of the woods but we have had some very mild temperatures and I have enjoyed mother natures show. I enjoy decorating for fall and
can't wait for the pumpkins and mums to appear. Halloween was fun with all my little ghosts and goblins and now for my favorite holiday ~ Thanksgiving. It is a time that
brings back wonderful memories at Grandma's house. I treasure her recipes and can't
wait to smell them simmering away when our family celebrates.

We had a wonderful trip to Washington DC and New England. We were able to take in
Mt. Vernon and had a great visit. Then we enjoyed the sites of New England and my painting convention. My time there never seems long enough but we had a fun and I got to shop at some favorite prim shops.

Winter does seem to be sneaking in on us. Some chilly nights, frosts, even some snow
is letting us know its on the way. We have been slowly "putting away summer" and preparing for the cold temperatures and the white stuff.

However, this week we are enjoying 60's and finally sun and dry weather. I hope you all have a great weekend!

Sunday, May 1, 2011

Rain...Sunday May 1

Happy Sunday, and Happy May!
I guess many of us are all experiencing all this rain and trying to stay calm and look forward to sunny days ahead. Spring is happening, the buds are opening, the grass is that lovely shade of spring green, we just can't get out to enjoy it.
I went to our local nursery and was thrilled to find the greenhouse filled with flowers and beautiful hanging baskets. I love that place, and spend many hours going up and down the isles. I did give in and purchased some flowers for container gardening and one hanging basket. Couldn't resist. We had a 37 degree night this past week so it's
still risky to plant anything you can't go out and quickly cover if frost is a threat. This weeks forcast is not much better, one day of sun so far for Wed. so will try to hang in there for another week.
Today is the 1st and Early Work Mercantiles update. Come on over and view the artisans new wares for the month of May. It will keep you out of the rain while you shop.

Have a good Sunday everybody!

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Good Chilly Morning!

We had a nice warm Monday that turned into a really rainy day with temperatures dropping back down to the 30's for the evening. But rain or not it felt soooo good to be out in warm weather, for that short time.

I have had computer problems and it has comsumed me and my life trying to get things all back up and running.
I lost a lot of my files and that is not good but what can you do. It just teaches you once again to back up those files.

Anyway I have a change in my blogs and I also will be offering some new retail primitive items as well. So if you get a chance take a look through my primitive window cupboard.

Hope you have a good day.

Friday, April 1, 2011

Happy Friday!

Well it may be cold and we have some snow on the ground, but I have a spring in my step.

Today I have a breakfast and then into the River City Gift Shoppe to drop off a few of my wares.

Then some family time this evening.

Sat. we are going to Berlin, Oh to Amish Country and primitive shoppes. I am finally getting the workwork done in the kitchen and just in a happy mood.

These are my new items on Early Works, hope you have gone over and viewed the new update.

Have a great weekend!

Thursday, March 31, 2011

Snow or not. .

Early Work Mercantile is updating on April 1. Come by and visit our artisan's new items.

Here is a sneak peak of one of my new items.

Tuesday, March 29, 2011

The Sun is shining. . .

but our temps are still in the 30's. I look out the window and see the sun shining away and open the door and brrr. Today we are raking some winter mess up. I know with this Ohio weather one day we will be freezing and the next we will have the air on. Looking for signs of spring and this is it so far.

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

For each petal on the shamrock this brings a wish your way- good health, good luck and happiness for today and every day.

Sneak Peak

New items on Early Work Mercantile for the 15th, please visit us and see the artisans works.

Monday, March 14, 2011

Happy 39th Anniversary to US

.Bob and I celebrated our 39th Anniversary on the 11th. My husband surprised me with a little get away to Amish Country in Berlin. We had a great room and took our dog with us, to avoid a pet sitter. Brooke did great, she is such a good dog! I had a great time shopping and we had some wonderful meals and a relaxing time. These are a few of my goodies.

Still busy, busy, busy

Well, I did finish the kitchen and it came out wonderful, I love it! I chose a simple design and I think it adds a bit of color, still simple but adds something to the decor of the kitchen, and makes the room look larger.

I went with black and kahki in color. I am now sewing the valances but this is how it turned out;

Sunday, March 6, 2011

Busy, busy, busy work

This week I had some computer issues and while waiting for a fix, decided to get back to the kitchen and updating. The winter is still hanging on so did some indoor projects. I have finished the stenciling and I love it.

I picked a simple design and it looks great and even make the kitchen space look larger. I have a country kitchen so I did expand the design throughout the dining area as well. This week I will finish the woodwork and making the curtains.

Thursday, February 17, 2011

A new project

Finally picked out and received my new stencil for the livingroom. A new project will begin. Now on to picking out the colors I wil use. Hmmm. . .

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Happy Sunny Sunday, March 7, 2010

"This is the day that the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad" A beautiful sunny day, and with some temperatures to reach the mid 40's, this is going to feel wonderful. The snow is slowly melting and green grass is peaking out here and there.
Yesterday, my husband and I went to breakfast and stopped in a garden center that is close by. It is the garden center I just can't stay away from and spend many hours in during the growing season. While it was just starting to get in the spring mode I enjoyed my trip and am so excited to see it blossom as well.

We have been busy on the home front with our projects. I have many rooms going at once but with Dawn's (our daughter) wedding and guests coming in we are trying to spruce up the inside before we must spend time on the outside once the weather breaks. Bob painted the ceilings yesterday and boy did they need it! Now we will move on to the walls this week. My kitchen cabinets have been repainted and will finish a good cleaning this week. I still have to paint the mouldings in there. So, things are looking good.

But, today being the day of rest, we will do just that and enjoy the sun. Maybe a walk, or an outing, but in some way we will enjoy that wonderful sunshine.

Have a wonderful day!

Happy Wednesday, March 3

Well, after the snow and digging out. today some sun, boy does it look and feel good. This weekend we are suppose to go up in the low 40's.

I have been busy pulling spring items out to work on and organizing my studio. Still it's hard to get in the spring mood with all this snow on the ground.

I have been updating my Etsy shop, adding some new items. Next I will be updating my website. Computer work always seems to take me a long time. If you have time go take a peek.

I finished painting my kitchen cupboards. I will now move on to repainting the moldings and maybe if the weather continues to warm, I will be able to finish my table top.

Off to work I go. . .

February 10, 2010

Snowy Wednesday here. I can't believe a month has gone by since I have posted. I have been traveling and just have not been getting to my ordinary daily tasks.

We attending my father in laws memorial in South Carolina and came home and left for Las Vegas for a week and it took me a few days to gain my sleep and time back. Then we have been in the middle of snow, snow, and more snow. Snowing right now as a matter of fact. So I felt the need for a cup of hot chocolate this morning and update a new background that really fits this time of year here in Ohio.

I am adding a sales extention to my blog where I will be selling some of my artwork and promoting the sites where I sell as well. So I have been working on that and tying it all in.

I know many of us have been trying to stay warm and keep our drives and walks clear of all this snow. It has also been keeping me from working on some painting projects as it has been to cold to sand and do some work out in the garage and even down in my studio.

I have a few shelves that I am trying to get painted and hung in my livingroom but may have to wait for a few more days for some warmth.

Well, off to do a few errands, the winds are suppose to kick up here and want to go and come back and get a fire going.

Stay warm for now.

Good Sunday Evening

I have been busy painting my kitchen table and a shelf that sits over the table today. My camera broke, so I will be out shopping for a new one very soon. We have had sun here for two days and it has been warmer, a very nice change. We are expecting some rain, freezing rain, and snow early this week.
Winter is not over in OH. but you can see spring popping up in the shoppes and magazines, so its a coming.

Looking forward to finishing a few more projects this week around the house and then back to work painting. I have added a "My work blog" to the right and will be posting some of my items for sale in there as well as continuing my website.

I hope you all had a good weekend. I will post some of the new kitchen pictures soon.

January 6, 2010

I am up a little early this morning and while I am sipping my coffee and looking outside at the snow capped trees I am giving thanks for letting my father in law slip quiety into rest yesterday morning. He lived 94 years in good health and was active until he slipped away gently. Like his father before him he lived a very long life. We will say our goodbyes later this month down south. My husband and his family are doing well.

Our snowy weather has come to a calm state and will be giving us a break for a few days. So today I will venture out and begin to gather my materials to start freshening our home. We need to paint a few rooms and add a few accents to update.

So off to start the day. . . hope you have a pleasant one.

January 17, 2010

Good SundayMorning!

Well it sure has been a bit warmer here. The snow has started melting slowly and that is a good thing. No quick flooding.

I have been busy aquiring some new furniture. I just purchased some 2 new wing chairs today to go with my new sofa. I will be busy this week trying to purchase a rug and some throws and pillow to warm up the room. I also will work on making and painting a shelf. This will be an exciting project.

I am now on my way to a bridal show with my daughter. She will be getting married in Sept. A different type of project to work on. We are excited as we both love to do arts and crafts projects and doing some of the wedding items ourselves will be such fun.

Hope you have a great Sunday!

January 5, 2010

Well I am definitely in a winter wonderland here. It snowed all day yesterday and now has begun to snow again today. It is absolutely beautiful! Of course, I do not have to go out so just looking out my window it is fine. Went out and measured 19 inches deep last night while trying to shovel a path as my dog Brooke just stood there looking at me as if to say "you expect me to do my business in this, I can't walk."

I have another day in today as I await the drive to be done, can't leave, so I will stay in by the fire, finish putting Christmas away until next year. and maybe stitch and drink some hot tea or chocolate.

Hope you have a good day.

December 28, 2009

A beautiful white blanket of snow is out my primitive window today. A warm fire is going in our wood stove, and as this week begins I will be snuggling by the fire with my notebook organizing my creative thoughts on what projects to work on when the new year begins.

My husband is off this week so we will play and catch up on some home projects and a few movies. Before this week is out I will be organizing my studio to begin the new year with a clean slate and interesting projects for the new year. This time of year is always hard for me as I try and stay in the winter theme as we slowly work our way into spring.

This week is always a limbo week, the excitement and rush of Christmas is over, and the new year is not quite here but we have to fill this week in with something. This is my reflecting week.

Hope your's is a good one.

Where have aprons gone?

The other day I was thinking of my grandma, mom, aunts and picturing them working around the house, getting supper and at the gatherings for the holidays and in my mind I picture them wearing aprons. I have a few photographs that show them at work wearing these aprons. Where have aprons gone?
I wish I had a few. Oh how I could fill those pockets! My cell phone, notes, a brush, little gadgets that would help me carry out my work and duties of the day. Not to mention the protection my clothes would get while painting and cooking.
I went to a stitching shop the other day and one of their upcoming classes was making aprons.

About Me

I am a mother of four, a nana to 12, a wife of 39 years to my high school sweetheart, a master to my golden retriever an artist and homemaker.

I was a stay at home mom, who is very proud of my choice to do just that. We made the choice that would be best for us to have me see over the home and children and their activities. My husband traveled a great deal and it made sense for us. I was a room mother for all my kids for many years, a member of the PTA, held positions at our coop presehool, and volunteered many hours in the school system which enriched my life. It was a very happy time for me. For a while I worked as a special ed, educational assisstant in the school district here until I had some health issues and then decided to work from home as an artist. I am very happy to be able to work at my hobbies.

I have always enjoyed my home, and the daily joys of running a household. I love adding hand made items that I and others make to bring warmth and charm to our home. I love to garden and just "play house".

My husband's job keeps him on the road a great deal, and with the children grown, we are able to travel. I am very fortunate to visit so many places such as Virginia, the New England area, Pennsylvania, that hold many historical sites to study and give me inspiration for my artwork.

I hope to share friendship, ideas, and recipes, and some family times and hope you will to. Let me know if you visit and come back often.

A kitchen update

Well in the picture above is what my kitchen was. Hubby hated the breakfast bar as it was just too close of quarters to get in frig and for traffic. Well it has been removed and now
I am sorry. It looks pretty good and now I am stumped as
what to do. I have a ranch with an L shape livingroom/dining area and small kitchen. The dining area is in good shape and we are just redoing the wallpaper but now what to put on that kitchen wall. Hmmmm. . .any ideas welcomed and stay tuned for the finished project.

Welcoming November

Well here we are in the second week of November. Yesterday we had 70 degree weather and sun and my roses are blooming! You just never know what Ohio weather will bring.

I am slowly putting the fall and Halloween decor away. I generally do not put any Christmas decor out until Thanksgiving is over. Thanksgiving in a favorite holiday. I love pulling out Grandma's recipes and planning for our family dinner. This year dinner will be later in the day and our family will be able to relax and play some games and enjoy the evening together. I can't wait!

Wishing you all a Happy November

Williamsburg Festival at Pine Tree Barn

Visited the Williamsburg Festival on Sat. at the Pine Tree Barn in Wooster, OH. I am usually in New England when this takes place but this year I was able to attend before my trip up north. My husband offered to drive me down so we had lunch there, and spent a few hours brousing and walking the grounds. Our rain finally stopped and had sunshine and wonderful autumn scents to take in. Purchased some mantle hooks and enjoyed viewing the artisan's works. A pleasant October day. Then took in my grandson's football game and home for a warm supper and a good night's sleep.

Welcoming October

October is starting out very chilly here in Ohio. We had our first frost last night. I had to cover our garden, mums, and brought the pumpkins in and our temperatures were in the high 30's during the night. Needless to say, our heat was turned on for the first time.

This is Ohio weather, our 60's are to return at the end of the week. That is a good thing. We have had lots of rain this week and are due to have a little more for the weekend. Needless to say, we will all welcome the sun when it returns. We need it to shine on our fall leaves and give us some warmth.

Time for homemade soups and chilli. I had my first cup of hot chocolate today!

Also time for updates on Simply Primitives and Early Work Mercantile. Why not make a cup of hot chocolate and join me to view the new works of the artisans there.

As summer closes. . .

I hear the sounds of school buses, cooler evenings, a few turning leaves and feel somewhat sad. This summer was a bit cool and feel a little cheated out of some of the usual summer activites. As usual, time flew by and now we are closing the pool, picking the last veggies out of the garden, getting closer to closing up and prepping for the winter.

Fall is my favorite time of the year and look forward to pumpkins, mums, apples, bittersweet and those wonderful aromas of fall. Soon it will time to decorate for the wonderful fall seasons. I can't wait! Took a sneak peak of my fall decor items yesterday but will wait one more week before I change over.

Fall makes us become a little more structured. Somehow making us a little more productive.

I hope you will have a wonderful September.