Doll Quilt Swap: 2019

Recently, the 6th annual Doll Quilt Swap was hosted by: Lori of Humble Quilts Blog. 'Always so much fun! This is the adorable little quilt that Patty H. (no blog) sent to me. It is 19" square, and is in rich navy, burgundy and off-white Civil War reproduction fabrics. The work is superb! Patty also included a cute thread catcher. Her card is so pretty, it just had to be in the photo. Thank you so much Patty. We have already emailed each other as well. Continue reading to see the qjuilt that I made and sent to my swap aprtner.

Humble Heart Swap 2019

Good morning friends. It sure is cold weather here. Brrr! These are the items from Amy's: Humble Heart Swap. The top photo is all of the darling goodies that Amy sent to me: little penguin, two red homespun heart tucks, and Amish-style corncob doll, green berry pin keep, and three sheep ornies. Aren't they all perfect? Thank you so much Amy, for these gifts and for hosting the swap. The lower photo is the goodies that I sent to Amy: black crow, little birdhouse with a heart door opening, dobby-covered journal, blue fabrics hearts pin keep, pink paper mache box with thread and a thimble inside, red patchwork heart tuck, cross-stitched prim pocket, and three prim clothes pins. What a fun swap, as always. Many of these items are already displayed in my house. Prim blessings, and stay warm in this weather.

Christmas Ornie Swap 2018

These are the three ornies that I received in this year's Ornie Swap, hosted by: Amy of Bumblebee Lane Cottage. From left to right: a blue pottery star from Amy, a mitten filled with Sweet Annie from Becky at: Ginger Creme Hollow, and a Santa with hang tag from Jessica at: Old Crow Homestead. These ornies are all adorable- sending many thanks to Amy, Becky, and Jessica.

Doll Quilt Swap 2018

Participated in the 5th annual Doll Quilt Swap hosted by:Lori of Humble Quilts Blog. This is the quilt that Bonnie (#dircomm41) made for me. It has a border with my favorite color, green. The quilt measures 21" X 27". She also included three fabric fat quarters. Everything is so pretty, thank you so much to Bonnie. Continue reading to see the quilt that I made for Kathy.

Spring Tidings Swap 2018

Good morning friends. Brr, it so cold here today! Hoping that warmer weather is soon to arrive. Finding the gifts above in the mail yesterday definitely warmed-up my spirits. They are from the Spring Tidings Swap that was hosted by: Amy of Bumblebee Lane Cottage Blog. The goodes were sent by: Becky of Ginger Creme Hollow Blog. I received a darling Spring bunny, wood birdhouse pick, tulip pillow tuck, Butter creme and Primitive tarts, three fabric carrots, three fabric flowers, three wood clothespins, and three fabric-covered eggs in some raffia. Thank you so much, Becky. Everything is so cute and primitive. Please continue reading, for more info and comments.

Fabric Postcard Swap 2018: from Tiffany

Recently, I participated in a fabric postcard swap over at: Elm St. Quilts Blog. Here is the one that Tiffany sent to me. The clue was "green", and she has hit that right on point. So cute and well-made. Tiffany does not have a blog, but she is on Instagram. Since I am not, I cannot comment on Instagram, but have emailed her with thanks. Sending many thanks to Patty also for hosting this fun event. The first week of April, there will be a link party parade of all of the postcards. Be sure to stay tuned to Elm St. Quilts Blog for that event. Tagging this post: #esqpostcardswap . Prim blessings.

Fabric Postcard Swap 2018

Recently I participated in a fabric postcard swap hosted by Patty at: Elm Street Quilts Blog. This was a new venture for me, making a postcard of fabric. How fun and cool is that? Pictured here is the one I made for my swap partner. Our recipients are a secret until the Swap is over. The clue for mine was "Spring", so one flower came to mind: a tulip. The back has a mock stamp and postage marks made with ink and two rubber stamps. 'Adding a message to the recipient before mailing. This swap was a lot of fun + educational. 'Will share the fabric postcard that I received as soon as it arrives. Please continue reading for comments.

Mug Rug Swap 2017

Hello friends. Recently, I participated in a Mug Rug Swap hosted by: Barrister's Block. This is the mug rug that Anne sent to me (she does not have a blog). So cute, isn't it? Anne used such pretty fabrics. It is already being used and enjoyed. Anne also sent a package of Bobbinis® to hold thread bobbins, which are very helpful. Thank you so much Anne. Continue reading to see the mug rug that I made for my swap partner.

Fall Friendship Swap 2017

I participated in the Fall Friendship Swap, hosted by: Wendy at Ravenwood Whimzies. Pictured above are the adorable goodies that: Becky at Gingercreme Hollow sent to me. There is a scarecrow Autumn doll; plaid stuffed pumpkin; bag of little pumpkins, wood clothespins, and thread spools; an Autumn sign; recipe cards; Log Cabin and Simpler Thymes melts; two quilted Autumn leaves; an Autumn pumpkins pillow; and a scarecrow with leaves magnets. Everything is so cute Becky, thank you so much. To see what items I sent to Becky, continue reading.

Doll Quilt Swap 2017

Once again this year I participated in the annual Doll Quilt Swap, hosted by Lori of: Humble Quilts Blog. The darling doll quilt above was made for me by Barbara of: My Joyful Journey. Those pink, brown and cream fabrics are beautiful. Barbara is such an excellent quilter and friend. Thank you so much Barbara. To see the doll quilt that I made, keep reading.

Mug Mat Swap 2017

Recently I participated in the Mug Mat Swap hosted by Donna at: Brynwood Needleworks Blog. Pictured above is the adorable mat that my partner Jody sent. She does not have a blog, but is an excellent seamstress. 'Love that little butterfly, and if you look under it you will see that she even outline stitched a little design of the state of Tennessee. The fabrics are beautiful, green being my favorite. Jody also included two bags of hollyhock seeds. Thank you so much Jody. What awesome goodies. To see the mat that I sent to Jody, please continue reading..

Homespun Ornie Swap 2016

Hello friends. Look at all of the darling ornies I received in the annual Homespun Ornie Swap hosted by Amy of: Bumble Bee Lane Cottage. From left to right:

* a snowman from: Jill at: Life With Nature Girl

* two candy canes from Val at: Yarni Gras!

* a bell from: Allison at: Sew Many Girls

They are all so cute. Sending many thanks to all three ladies for these ornies. They are awesome holidays decorations. To see the ornies that I sent, please continue reading.

Farmhouse Summer Swap 2016

Good morning dear friends. Wow, summer is soon to be gone and autumn will arrive. 'Kinda lookign forward to the cooler weather here in the South. Goodness, it is so humid here. One of the wonderful events of this summer was the Farmhouse Summer Swap, hosted by Amy of: Bumblebee Lane Cottage. This year, Amy was my swap partner. Pictured above are the adorable gifts that she sent to me: a precious & prim rabbit doll, a yo-yo table mat, a wool felt birdie pin keep, and a journal featuring a very prim cross-stitched cover. I absolutely love everything, don't you? Sending so many heartfelt thanks to Amy for these goodies as well as for hosting this swap. 'Want to see what I sent to Amy? Please continue reading.

Mid Year Review 2016

Hello everyone. 'Found a really cool link party to join, hosted by Yvonne of Quilting Jet Girl. This is all about a self-review of our goals and accomplishments thus far, in 2016. Whoo, seems like I have not done as much as I'd like to have done. Health and other circumstances have been interfering lately, but never give up, right? Please continue reading for more info.

Ravenwood Whimzies' Americana Pin Keep Swap 2016

Good morning dear friends. Pictured above is the Americana-themed pin keep that my swap partner: Yvonne of: Beth's Raggedy Attic Prims Blog made for me in the Ravenwood Whimzies' Americana Pin Keep Swap. It is so patriotic and primitive on the rusty spring. Yvonne also sent some beautiful lace with green edging, 2 initial "D" buttons, a green pin cushion, and a patriotic candle mat. Sending many thanks to Yvonne. Be sure to visit and follow her blog. To see the pin keep that I made for Yvonne, continue reading.

Humble Quilts' Doll Quilt Swap 2016

Participated again this year in the Doll Quilt Swap hosted by Lori at Humble Quilts Blog. Pictured above is the adorable quilt that my partner: Cathy of: Big Lake Quilter , made for me. Isn't it perfect? The fabrics and pattern are all gorgeous. The log cabin is one of my favorite patterns. Cathy hand-quilted this adorable doll quilt. She also sent some much-needed quilt clips, a pair of metal snippers, and a darling quilt pattern. Sending many thanks to Cathy. Be sure to visit and follow her blog. To see the doll quilt that I made for Grace, keep reading.

Christmas Swap 2015

Good evening all. Recently, I participated in the Christmas Swap at Bumblebee Lane Cottage again this year. My swap partner was Cindi of Cindi's Country Corner. Look at all of the goodies that Cindi sent to me! A big stuffed Santa star, a painted metal bucket with a snowman and "Happy Holidays" on it, 2 "Let It Snow" candy canes, a snowman pillow tick with a wire hanger, a little burlap Christmas tree, a wood "Let It Snow" plaque on a wire hanger, and a 10"X10" square framed "Welcome" artwork with an appliquéd snowman and painted decorations. All of these gifts are totally adorable. Thank you so much Cindi. To see what I sent to Cindi, continue reading.

Homespun Ornie Swap 2015

I participated in the annual Homespun Ornie Swap at Bumblebee Lane Cottage again this year. It is always so much fun. Pictured above are the darling ornies that I received. From left to right:

* a pocket with a little snowman and pine inside from: Becky of Ginger Creme Hollow
* a star with pine and a candy cane from: Amy of Bumblebee Lane Cottage
* a pocket filled with pine cones and a prim star from: Allison of Sew Many Girls
* a wool mitten filled with pine from: Sandi of The Primitive Skate

Thank you all so much, they are all so beautiful. They all look great with my holidays decorations. To see the ornies that I sent, continue reading.

Harvest Gatherings Swap 2015

Lookie what came in the mail yesterday! Swap goodies from Bumblebee Lane Cottage's annual Harvest Gatherings Swap. My swap partner was Debbie of: Barefoot Primitives Blog. Wow, Debbie really did spoil me. She sent: a darling raggedy doll, a muslin turkey, 2 muslin pumpkins, 2 wax potpourri cakes, some vintage milk caps, 3 ears of muslin corn, a bundle of cinnamon sticks, a bundle of little candles, a sewing notions doll on a vintage spool, 5 bowl filler pillows with sunflowers (1 has Hebrews 4:14 verse), a note card set with pretty bird graphics, an owls pin keep and 2 cakes of beeswax, a vintage baby frock, a blue note pad roll with a wooden writing pen, a rusty wire with ladybugs and sunflowers trimming, and 2 darling prim hang tags. Everything also smells really good, lol. Thank you so much, Debbie, I love everything. 'Want to see what I sent to Debbie? Follow the link below my signature.

Christmas In July Pin Keep Swap

Lookit what arrived in the mail today! This snowman is the darling pin keep that I received in Ravenwood Whimzies' Christmas In July Pin Keep Swap. He is mounted on a wooden spool. Also included are two vintage items: a red ticking napkin and red crocheted little cap, another pin keep in a vintage metal muffin cup (with buttons inside), and the adorable little mouse in a green homespun dress. My Swap partner was Heather from: The Country Schoolmarm Blog. All of these goodies are just too cute. 'Love, love them all. Thank you so much Heather. Be sure to visit and follow Heather's blog. To see the pin keep that I made for her, visit her blog and continue reading.