Making Hats

I decided to decorate some hats and design them for my shop....I had fun and they turned out really great!!! Some of them I put charms on and others butterflys and lady bugs....:)

I think the colors really set them off....

This was a wicker box I out together....I was on a flower craze....

check out.... http://www.pointbreezedesigns.com/   or

http://treasuresagain.blogspot.com/

http://www.etsy.com/shop/TreasuresAgain4U

www.ebay.com/pbdesigns/

I've Been Busy Crocheting

This is a new cuff bracelet I made in Jelly Bean Yarn and Cotton. It is comfortable and pretty...I like cuff bracelets and with the added unique button I had found at one of the LYS it sets it off...will be available in my shop this week.... :)  Then I got wacky and added a headband to match

and now I am working on a matching ring.. :) This is a cotton crocheted necklace with a bead heart...the necklace is not done yet but I love the way it turned out. :)

This is part of my Kitty Bags and this one is called "Sweetheart Kitty" she is really cute for a little girl....also will be available and the pattern in my store this week...see the right side bar for link........

Be sure and check her out!!!

All About Shawls

Summer is a great time to make a shawl. It can be used when the sun goes down and you need a little something for the evening temps... I found this wonderful site on Vintage shawl history and how to quickly "zap" up a shawl and make it your own design....
First start with the shawl, dear ladies, this is the easiest to make. The shawl was a useful garment worn by women in the Civil War era. Shawls were created in a variety of fabrics and fibers, from plain to elaborate in design.

The best alternative to true cashmere was a blend of silk and wool. Pure silk was sometimes used, and later in the 19th century wool-cotton blends were used too. Printed cotton shawls came onto the market – some quite high quality, intended for light summer wear. At first there was usually a multicolour printed border round a plain centre. As the trade got better at imitating Indian calico fabric, shawls with all-over printed patterns were also produced.


As fashions changed, so did the shawl. By the 1830s, they were still essential items in the wardrobe of elegant ladies, but woven shawls were now available to “middling” women too. They worked better with the new wider skirts than fitted coats would. Improvements in looms made it easier to produce the large, typically Victorian shawl covering the entire upper body while also draping down over the skirt.

Clothes were another way for a Victorian lady to enjoy hand-knit lace. The Victorian Shawls were a favorite accessory. Some were simple one-stitch designs, while others were lavish, with ornate patterns, scalloped edges, and long fringe. For more warmth, shawls were often crafted from non-lacy patterns, such as garter stitch or double crochet, and then enhanced with a lacy edge. Whether they were lacy or cozy, shawls were often trimmed with ribbon and made in fashionable hues of red, mauve, and blue.

The simplest & warmest shawls were made from a square of wool, that was folded in half diagonally to make a large triangle. The ends of these shawls were often fringed. Today we call them the Triangle Shawl.
Decorative shawls were created from fine fabrics, and some were made to match the fabric of a favored dress. This flaunted a lady's wealth, as she could afford enough fine fabric to create a dress and large shawl. These shawls were often finished in a ruffle of the same fashion fabric and were cut very full in the hips to drape over their large skirt. Shawls in a paisley design were very desirerable, and many period photographs feature a belle proudly modeling her prized paisley. Fabrics with a check pattern were also frequently seen.

Knitted or crocheted shawls were widely used and were sometimes called a "Fascinator". A shell stitch pattern was popular, and an edging pattern in contrasting colored yarn was sometimes incorporated. Photos show both fringed and plain edges on these shawls. Most photos show a little collar crocheted on the neckline.


A note on crocheted shawls: You can find multitudes of crocheted or knitted shawls in thrift shops. Unfortunately, most are done in shiny acrylic yarns of excruciating color. Find one of these in somber colored wool, or at least an acrylic in a nice muted tone that looks like wool. Needless to say, period crocheted shawls did not come in the variegated yarn so popular today.


Lace shawls were very fashionable. While not providing much warmth, they were worn as an accessory with lovely dresses. Light shawls were seen with dark dresses, and dark shawls were worn with light or dark garments.

The best thing about the shawl is all the ways you can wear it. You can wear it around your neck, drape it down the front, or wear it the standard way over your shoulders, be sure and check other ways to wear your shawl here.


 "How to Make a Shawl" project:

Purchase a square of fabric from a fabric store or thrift shop. A nice woven wool blanket from a thrift shop is excellent material for a shawl. Purchased fabric should be very wide, try to find some that is 50 - 60 inches wide if at all possible. Wide fabrics are often available in the decorating or upholstery section of fabric stores. Choose a wool fabric in a solid, heather, or somber colored plaid.

Cut off the selvages from your square of fabric. Fringe the ends to at least 1/2 inch from the edge to prevent raveling. Fold your fabric square in half diagonally and your shawl is complete. Voila!!! Easy as pie....hmmmm that sounds good right now...lol....ok getting off track... :)

Happy 4th of July

Happy 4th of July

We had our "Hat" party with my stitchin group...loads of "hatting" fun!!! Everyone wore a hat and then we voted...2 gals won and then we played a numbers story game passing our "exchange" crochet/knit gifts around.... :) I got 9 skeins of Sugar n Cream and 2 pattern books to make wash cloths ...I can't wait to get them made..I am in need of some new ones... :)

Even my deer, "George" had a hat on...lol.....

And lots of yummy food!!!!

Weird Cat Story!!!!

Is it me or has blogland been SLOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOWWWWW!!! Seems I used to get a ton of comment snad now I barely see any???? So where is everyone??? I know that I used to swap a lot and that brought a lot of people around and then there are contests???? Hmmmmm

Oh well I hope my readers do enjoy my babbling... :)

So today is a weird day...I am looking out the window over my computer and it is windy and hazy..."June Bloom" they call it....

Well I have heard some crazy stories but this one hit home. This is my sis and I favorite place to vacation....and it is not a large "beach" town...POSTED: Friday, November 28, 2008

"NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. -- About 50 cats, 20 ducks and 15 turkeys were taken from a New Smyrna Beach home, and a woman was arrested after her 84-year-old mother told authorities that she kept warm by covering herself with the animals, according to Volusia County sheriff's deputies.



Mary Bosket, 54, was arrested on a charge of neglect to the elderly after her mother was found on Thanksgiving Day in her Glencoe Road home, which was in deplorable conditions and did not have a working heater, deputies said. The elderly woman was apparently placed in the home against her will by her daughter, Voluisa County sheriff's deputies said.


A deputy responding to the residence reported that there was an overwhelming smell of cat urine, and that animal feces covered the floors in nearly every room. The deputy accompanied a Department of Children and Families representative to the home to assist with a well-being check because DCF could not locate the 84-year-old.  Two dead cats were also found in a freezer, where they were being stored until they could be cremated, the daughter told sheriff's deputies. Yuck!!!

The mother was using a faulty oxygen machine and suffers from congestive heart failure, deputies said. She told authorities that she had lived at a nursing home, but now lived in her Glencoe Road home alone. She said that her daughter would stop by occasionally to help care for all the animals.

In one of the bedrooms, the deputy said he found caged turkeys, although one was wandering freely around the room. In another bedroom, ducks were found, along with an empty kid's swimming pool. A dog was in a third bedroom, where its feces had piled up, according to the Sheriff. Several geese, ducks and chickens were found in the back yard, deputies said.  The only toilet in the home did not work and the sinks would not drain water. Eweeeeee.....


The daughter was called and arrived at the home, and she admitted to knowing about the home's conditions, but had no explanation as to why it was that way. She was arrested and transported to the Volusia County Correctional Facility in Daytona Beach. Her mother was placed in the care of DCF.  Animal control officers took custody of the animals"

Now that is awful!!!!!!

What a Great Holiday!!!

I had a wonderful holiday and went up to our cabin in Big Bear for 5 days!!!! :) I played the "tourist" and took some surrounding photos... :)  One of my favorite colors is PINK...so I couldn't resist taking a pic of this PINK Corvette driving down BB Blvd...even my tulips were blooming. It was a beautiful weekend with tons of sunshine, fresh air, and lots of birds tweeting...I even went to the Elks Lodge craft fair and was able to get some beautiful glass beads.... :)

 

Check out my Ebay Etsy and Store Items

Remember with all of my products I have you can always email me and get a "Buy it Now" price!

 I have listed a lot of goodies on EBay be sure and check them out or email me directly. I have a lot more so be sure to check back weekly...this vintage knitting book is an excellent source for a the beginner or experienced knitter and a must to add to your library.. I am Country-debbb on Ebay and see my Flickr

This item is sold

I love kitties and this book has many designs and transfer patterns for tole painters or you can also use those transfers for quilting or making a chart to knit or crochet.....all the booklets are new never used, just storage wear...if any...Aren't these the cutest?

And who doesn't love the shelf sitting dolls. This one is an angel and she is so adorable...very vintage and shabby chic....she has tea dyed coloring for her outfit and curly hair ...check over at my Etsy shop... :)

This item is SOLD!

You are probably aware that I substitute teach so I have a ton of children's items for the pre-schoolers or grade school children. This video is one of many I have and an excellent teaching and entertainment for any child.... I loved this one and is is a favorite... I also have vol II ...
SOLD

Ok clothes that are special are another specialty that I look for at estate sales and gather to offer...this Kenpo hoodie is excellent for any man ...or lady..it is size XL and in perfect condition...the design is one that was a limited one and not available anymore...it is soft, warm, and a Kung Fu favorite... :)

And my fav "Kitty" computer or TV cover, this is called StretchyPals. they are no longer available but oh so cute. Fun, soft, cuddly, and a must have for any cat lover or little girl or boy... just up but not listed yet on Ebay so hurry and email me to get this for you or a friend or even your little girl...like new..

"Hello Kitty" change purse

This choker is all made of wood, so unique....

Love these bags................

See my Etsy and Ebay for these other goodies.. :)

These baskets are so pretty and very useful.. just take a look!

Both of these items won ribbons at the LA County Fair and are now available to you...

These are just a few of my items I have available at my Etsy, Ebay, and store...be sure to stop by....

Some of my Animal Bags

This is my "Allie Cat Bag" the pattern is now available in my Etsy Shop. :) You can make this bag in 2 sizes, smaller for a child and larger for "kitty" lovers! :)

This is my  "Pudgy Dog Bag" One of my cute little doggie bags....all the bags come with # certificates and their own personal stories....

or you can order the patterns to make your own..

I have several patterns that will be coming out this week including my favorite one....

This one is called "Spooky Cat" and he is all black with gold fangs...a delightful bag especially around Halloween... :)

My newest kitty bag called "Suzi -hearts Calico Kitty" she is so cute.... :)

My Chelsea Cat

Coming soon is "Pabbles the Alien Cat" and "Princess Kittea the Diva Kitty"….[pronounced kit- tee-a] and  a punk kitty called  "Spunky Katsea" I also have a new line of bug bags and wild animal designs.. :)

Happy Mother's Day

So how was your Mother's Day?

I was taken to lunch at one of my favorite restaurants and visited by my daughter and son and g-kids...:)

I got flowers and lots of love!!!!

I remember spending time wiht my mom and now that she is no longer with us there is a void and part of me is sad that I cannot spend the day with her...but I still wished her Happy Mother's Day and have given her some time while remembering some of our fun times together.

One year we had a big picnic at the local park, I made potato salad and we made hot dags, the winde blew some of the hot dogs off the grill and we had to eat only potato salad...we laughed and mom told me she didn't feel like hot dogs anyways...she made me feel better and I loved her more for that....

Another Mom's Day she came over and we all went down to the Queen Mary and had lunch there. She was so excited because it was her special day and we were all together....I remember that they had a huge brunch and I felt sick afterwards because I ate so much....mom laughed a lot and we told some stories about past fun events. My kids were all ears to learn more about their "mom's" past....then we went back home and mom played cards with the kids and I got to rest up and watch a little TV...it was a perfect Mom's Day!!!

I think it's our memories that make it so special of just being a family together.... :)

Hope you made some memories today!!!  :)

It's Time to Make Money Come Join Me on Side Tick

Let's make money...I found a great site to make money called Side Tick it's easy to do...

come join me on Side Tick

It's a social community where you get paid to participate.

If you haven't heard about it yet,

I wanted to tell you I found this site called Side Tick.

 I just joined and I am already mading a few dollars.

Here's my link if you want to check it out.

Referral link:

While visiting be sure to stop by and join in the crafting group too!

 

http://www.sidetick.com/group.php?group_id=809   

Oh Ouch!!! Why???? And Spagetti Monster Fun!! and My Favorite Dance Scenes!!!

A publicity stunt celebrating the upcoming Olympic games in Beijing leaves 2008 needles in Dr. Wei Sheng’s head as well as a few hundred in his shoulder (just for kicks). When you’re already in the Guinness Book of World Records for sticking needles into your head, there is little you can do besides stick more needles in your head to attempt to break your own record. Dr. Wei Sheng!! Ouch I don't like needles and this would really bother me!!!

I love this "Flying Spagetti Monster" gift! What a great idea that Katherinas  had. Wouldn't a child just adore this? Here is the pattern to this cool and wacky gift!!! 



And wow it sure looks like this scupture that is in San Francisco Legion of Honor. 
The artist is Chihuly.
 

I also had to share a non crafty item, that is some of my favorite dance scenes....I love the music and the feelings the scene give you!! Makes you want to take up dance lessons... :)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 




True Lies is so Sexy!



And who can out do with Al Pacheno...yummy!!



And I adore Richard Gere with Jennifer Lopez...wow!!!



And I loved this ending of the Flashdance dance scene!!! :)