The Grumpy Punkin!!

HOW FUN IS THIS!!!

I was the LUCKY winner of this grumpy punkin created by Denise of KKL Primitives!

(You all know photos do not do the real life piece justice!)

My teenage son took one look at it and said, "This looks just like you!"

Well, Yes it does when you have teens in the house!

Denise also sent this cute little punkin lolly!

Her work is exquisite!

You all know how much I love stitched creations because I really do not have any type of love affair with needle and thread.  

I am amazed at her attention to detail and all of the tiny stitches!

Denise was so generous in her giveaway!  She also sent a wonderful smelling candle and a beautiful note pad!

If you haven't had the chance to visit Denise at her blog or her Etsy shop you are missing out!!

Denise can be found here:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/kklprimitives

http://thekrazykraftlady.blogspot.com/

http://kklprimitives.blogspot.com/

Thank You so much Denise!!

Wishing you all a wonderful week!

Enjoy,

Barb

A Quick Thank You and Winner(s)

Just a quick note of THANK YOU to all who follow my blog and entered my little giveaway!

I had my kids pull out TWO names and the first one for the little snowman goes to Linda of "Warmth"!

 Perfect since she lives back east and they are being pounded by snow.

 In the spirit of the month of February and Love the second name is Jody of "Sweet Bear Creek Whims"!

I will be sending you a set of these little heart magnets!

I will contact you ladies to get your addresses.

Thank you so much for all the sweet comments and following my doings and occasional whinings.

I am now off to do HOMEWORK...Math, FCCLA project, and a power point.

Amazing the things I am learning at my age!

Enjoy your day,

Barb

I was the lucky winner of Suzan's Blog Country Crafting giveaway and look at all the goodies she sent me!  A basket full of sweet smelling soaps and candles plus this wonderful punch needle Pineapple.  I cannot even begin to think of the hours this took to create!

Just fabulous! Check out her Etsy Shop HERE make sure to check out her black cats!!

 Thank you Suzan!

 

The OFG WELCOME BACK MOM'S SALE is still going on.

So many fun creations and so many decisions to make for gift giving (or KEEPING for me) to be made!!

Enjoy your day!

Barb



Winner of the Quickie Giveaway

Well my rain dance giveaways must be working. 

We got a little bit more rain last night and the forecast is for more in the afternoon today.  It is monsoon season and the humidity is sky high.

For me anything over 10% is horrible.  OK, no laughing on the east coast!

So before my son left for Scout Camp I had him pull a name out of a sour cream container-yes it was washed and cleaned-the winner is Jennifer Gail!

Jennifer contact me and I will get this in the mail to you.

Thank you all for your sweet comments and for following along on my ramblings.

I will be posting photos of our weekend progress on the house hopefully soon.

As you recall Monday is the day to recover.

All the siding is up.  Now it needs some touch up paint and the RAIN gutter back on!

PROGRESS!

Enjoy your day,

Barb



Christmas came to my House in July!

 

Lucky me!!  I was the winner of Yorkie's Primitives Giveaway !!

Talk about spoiled.  Not only did I receive this darling patriotic mouse but these fabulous flower stakes. 

Not done yet...these wonderful small decorative pillows. 

The detail and craftsmanship is outstanding!!

Visit Valerie's shop here:

Yorkie's Primitives

Thank you so much Valerie for all of these fabulous goodies!!

Barb

Sunflowers!!

I was the lucky winner of these wonderful sunflowers from Vicky of Vicky's Art Blog giveaway!

They are fabulous and so well made.  I love sunflowers and these will fit in great for this summer season and decorating.

She also sent a sweet little bottle of lotion and for us here in the desert we go through quite a bit of lotion!

Thank you so much Vicky!

Please visit her here!!

http://vicky-myart.blogspot.com/

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

I was finally able to finish these sunflowers in the mist of our remodeling job.  It was good to have a theraputic moment during all this choas.  It just is not summer without sunflowers around. 

When we were driving through Kansas once I remember seeing fields of sunflowers and just thinking how wondeful and bright they were.  Since then I have loved these beautiful flowers.

Now back to the remodeling...Enjoy your day!

Barb

The Winner is....

Cyn of Cynzplace Blog!

A new follower!!  Got to love the old and new!

Thank you for all that entered my giveaway.  You know it goes without saying I would love to give one to everyone that took the time to enter and post on their side bar.

So with that being said I decide to have a second winner...

Carol Stuck of www.buttermilkcreekfarm.blogspot.com.

You will be receiving a set of magnets and a hanger that I have been working on.

Please send your addresses to me at Barbsheartstroke@gmail.com and I will get these prizes in the mail to you ASAP!

Thank you to all that participated!

Enjoy your weekend.

Barb



Quickie Winner and Piano Recital

Thanks to all who commented on my "sewing of the bunnies"....good times!

I did the Random.org and the two numbers were #1 and #7.

Karen of Buttons in the Attic

and

Kim of Valley Primitive Stitches

are the "lucky" winners of a "Painter who thought she could Sew" bunny magnets.

I will contact you and get those in the mail to you.

Thank you all who were so sweet with your comments.  I guess it is never to late to learn a new hobby but for me right now I will stick to painting.  Probably for a little while and then I will have a dream of fancy and pull out the sewing machine again thinking I bet I could do "this"!?!

We are off to a Piano Recital for my kids today.

My daughter is playing the "Piano Man" by Billy Joel

and my son is playing "Mission Impossible".

Enjoy your day!

Barb

Shake Out and a Winner!

Today at 10:15 Utah will be having an Emergency Preparedness Drill for an Earthquake.  It will be interesting to see how prepared we are here.  I will have to call my block captain to let him know if I am alive or dead...I haven't decided yet what that will be.  Getting up at 4:30 am I am usually ready for a nap between the hours of 10-12.  The time I need to call.

 I am hoping they will be doing the drill at both the Elementary and Middle school since my kids are there and not at home.  I guess Hubby is on is own at work. 

Having been in a couple of big ones-Alaska and Nevada-I think this is a great idea!!

Thanks for all the wonderful comments on the "quickie" giveaway-again thanks Carol for the name-I will be using from here on out when I do this!

I used that Random.Org Generator and got #9 but was not sure how to post the photo to my blog.  I think I did it backwards.  So we will have to try that again.

Betty of Primitive Cook Hugs is the winner.  Drop me a line at barbsheartstrokes@gmail.com with your address and I will get that in the mail to you.

Thank you all for the support and we will play again soon!

Enjoy your day,

Barb

Call Me Lucky!!

Do you all remember this FABUULOSU giveaway...well call me lucky because I WON!! 

Doris at The Craft Cabin Home was the designer and painter for this cutie.  I received it in the mail the day of all my tramatic clothes sewing and repairing. 

Made my day I have to tell you. 

 I tried to take pictures but they did not come out near as good as this one that was on her blog.  On top of  that it is so much sweeter in person!  So to avoid the "swear jar" I just had to use her photo.

Well I happen to be looking on the OFG site for some information and ran across this interview with Doris.  I wanted to share this with you and encourage you to go to her shop and also her blog where she shows some of her fabulous work!! 

1. What is the name of your Etsy shop and why did you choose that name?

After having back surgery, I was unable to do shows for a year. I still had a wonderful following and got tired of digging through storage tubs for items they wanted to purchase. I also wanted to be able to display my wares all year long. Hence, the Craft Cabin was born. We had a custom made 12' x 12' building with log siding built and set up behind our house.

2. How long have you been on Etsy?

I joined in September of 09, but didn't get it up and running until December of 09.

3. What type of items do you offer?

A unique gathering of mostly handmade and hand painted home decor, featuring primitive, rustic, country, lodge, and much more!

4. How long have you been crafting?

Most of my life.

5. Who or What inspires you?

Junk! I love to re-purpose old stuff and turn it into something to be enjoyed.

I think if you can make "junk" look this good you are a wonderful artist.  Who would of thought that a softball could become such a cute lookin' bunny?

Check Doris out here:

www.thecraftcabin.blogspot.com 

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

She has some fantastic creations!

Thanks for picking my name Doris!!

Barb

Got to Love the Post Man (Woman)...

Especially when they bring you a fabulous gift!!

I was the lucky winner at Three "D" Style in Florida.  Darlene sent me this cute little Micro Annie,  fun Raggedy pin and Kisses!

Thank you Darlene-photos just never do the real thing justice.

She is in the middle of another great giveaway for this "Andy O'Toole" for March.

Check out her fun blog!

Enjoy,

Barb

Me and Karma!

WOW!!  I have a giveaway and wouldn't you know I win one!  Now that is Karma working fast!

I won this wonderful creation from Cyndy at Crafty Stitches.  Isn't she the cutest little thing ever!

I was so happy to hear the news but Cyndy's Father-in-law passed away.  My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family at this time!!

I hope all of you have a fabulous weekend!

Barb



The Winner of the Holy Family Painting Is...

CAROL OF FIRECRACKERKID!!!

I had my son pull the name out of the hat.   He was pretty excited to be involved today.  I think he was bored.

Carol has a great blogspot that you can check out here.

Her and her hubby do loads of fabulous wood creations from cabinets to rolling pin holders.

Congratulations to Carol!!!

I want to Thank You all who came by to play and who spread the word.  Stay tuned for more giveaways not only from my blog site but also from the Old Farmhouse Gathering and the Primitive and Folk Artist sites. 

Enjoy your day!

Barb

The Winner of my Artwork at the PAFA blog...

Congratulations to Jean at Prim Crafts who won my artwork from the PAFA giveaway this last week!

She has a fun blog that features some great prim crafts!  She does amazing work with fabric.  Go check her blog out.

It is still not to late to sign up for the final week at the PAFA Mother's Day Giveaway.

Head on over and sign up.  Good luck and next drawing will be on Saturday, May 21, 2011.

Did tons of errands today in the rain but it smells like the ocean outside!

Enjoy your day and again Congratulations to Jean!

Barb

And the Winners are......

First a big "THANK YOU" to all that came by to enter this give away. I so appreciate your support and encouragement. The Bunny Couple framed artwork goes too...my daughter drew out "Basketsbyrose" who said:
Congrats on the one year! Please add my name to your give away. I'm following you already. Love the Patriotic Basket w/flowers Chocolate cover peanut butter eggs are the best Easter Candy. Off to post on my blog for you!

The Easter Egg Hunt sign, the flower magnet, and the Bunny shelf sitter goes too...my son drew out "Crystal" who said:
1. I am a new follower. Thanks to my sister-in-law, Marvelle.:) 2. I love the heart and home picture and your spring items. 3. Favorite candy is Reese's Eggs and Cadbury mini eggs. Love Chocolate!! 4. I just sent an e-mail to a few of my close friends about your website. Very cute!!
Please send me your addresses to Heartstrokes@aol.com and I will get those in the mail to you.

Thank you all for entering and just a reminder that the Primitive and Folk Artist Spring fling is still in full swing! There are tons of fun items for sale!!  Click on the sign below and it will take you to the pages of celebration goodies!  Enjoy, Barb

The cutest Bunny arrived at my house Today!!

I do not think photos do justice to most things and I have to tell you this photo is no exception!  This little bunny arrived at my house today and is the cutest thing I have seen in a long time.  (Sorry kids)

I was the lucky winner of one of Mamaws Creations!

If any one has any question about my sewing ability you know it is non-existent. (I get the sewing machine out and kids run from the room...no ones happy if Mom is not happy.)

So it amazes me what people can do with fabric!

This little bunny comes with a load of personality too-just look at that face!

But we are not done yet.  This big floppy eared bunny was in the same package. 

  Well my smile widened and a giggle popped out and my husband thought I was nuts until he saw this.  "That is really cute!" 

AWWW...just look at that face! 

Maire has so much talent.  How do you give critters such personality?!  But she does it.  She has some of the cutest critters in her collection!

You need to check out her blog and also her selling blog at:

 http://mamawscreations.blogspot.com/

http://www.mamawscreationssellingblog.blogspot.com/

You will not be disappointed!!

AND THE WINNER IS...

Doris of  iplayoutsidethebox.blogspot.com!!  Thank you to all that participated and told me about your traditions on St. Patrick's Day!  I will be adding Horseradish and green milk to the menu!  The blarney will happen and the corn beef will be eaten!   But until then think green and enjoy your day! 

I am a "Icehoucecrafts" Winner!!

Dee at Icehousecrafts had a great give away on her blog and I was the lucky winner!!!  I love this sign and her work is fantastic.  She has a site on Etsy and also on Artfire.  You will have to check out her work and decide what your favorite is but here are just a couple of my favorites.

Thanks Dee for such a great give away!  It is always fun to visit your blog and shops.  There is  always  something new and exciting at your place!  I will so ENJOY the sign.
Barb