Thursday, August 4, 2016

This 'n That ~


The strawberries are finally finished ~ well, except for adding a rusty pin and vintage buttons to some.  Most are made with antique paisley with wool tops, but I've also used vintage ticking on a couple and velveteen on a few others.  These will be traveling to the Holly Hills, MI, show along with the hooked goodes. 


They range in size from about 4 1/2 " to 2 3/4" and are firmly stuffed with crushed walnut shells (aka reptile bedding).  The smallest berries have metal caps, the largest mother-of-pearl thread rings.



I received this in the mail yesterday.  What a beautiful surprise.  It came from IHeartDogs with no packing slip or paperwork of any kind.  Sure wish I could thank the thoughtful person who sent it to me :)


Nature is amazing.  This log is in the channel in front of DSO's condo.  I find it incredible that weed seeds made their way in to the log and sprouted.  At least they are not lacking water like the rest of northern Ohio. 


Tomorrow's Friday ~ and payday.  Life is good.
Thanks so much for stopping by.
Pug hugs :)
Lauren


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13 comments:

  1. KimAugust 4, 2016 at 8:51 PM

    I love your little strawberries. They remind me of the pin cushion my grandmother had. I think everyone back then had the same one - a tomato with a small strawberry hanging off it

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  2. Farm GirlAugust 4, 2016 at 9:30 PM

    How nice that someone sent you that nice gift. I do love your strawberries!! Thank you so much for mine. :)
    They are beautiful. Yes, I am so glad its Friday!
    That log is interesting. Have a great Friday, I hope it goes by fast.

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  3. WoolenSailsAugust 4, 2016 at 10:24 PM

    The strawberries are wonderful, I need to make more things for my bowls.

    Debbie

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  4. JacquelineAugust 5, 2016 at 5:36 AM

    Your strawberries turned out really cute.

    Pay day is the icing on the cake. Enjoy your weekend.

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  5. moosecraftAugust 5, 2016 at 6:39 AM

    Love those paisley strawberries!

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  6. JuliaAugust 5, 2016 at 8:18 AM

    Hi stranger, I love your antique paisley strawberries.
    I had no idea that you could use crushed walnut shells to stuff them.
    What a thoughtful gift from a kindred heart.
    Have a great weekend.
    Hugs, Julia

    Mother Nature is full of surprises. I'm having a good but busy summer.

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  7. SaundraAugust 5, 2016 at 8:59 AM

    What an incredible and wonderful collection of strawberries you have created. Am sure you will come home empty handed of those but with money in your paw.

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  8. Three Sheep StudioAugust 5, 2016 at 10:56 PM

    Gorgeous strawberries - and even better stuffed with crushed walnut shells !
    Rose

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  9. Primitive StarsAugust 6, 2016 at 8:37 AM

    Morning Lauren, I love the strawberries, they are charming. That's so sweet the shirt, love that.... Mother Nature is amazing, how great that log is.Happy Saturday, Francine.

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  10. Empty NesterAugust 6, 2016 at 9:13 PM

    I'm always amazed where weeds can grow. The strawberries are lovely! I've just hooked my first rug, well, it's only 10"x10" but still, I'm quite proud of myself. :) Now to find a frame.

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  11. acorn hollowAugust 7, 2016 at 3:09 PM

    I love your strawberries! you have been one busy person. we are dry to but not as dry as the southern part of the state.
    Cathy

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  12. Jennie in GAAugust 9, 2016 at 11:25 AM

    Great little berries. I've never seen them made with paisley! And I love the MOP rings on top!!

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  13. Larkrise garden girlAugust 10, 2016 at 11:07 PM

    What a cute group of strawberries!!!

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