I found these at the thrift store, too cute to pass up. There is nothing that I love more than digging through old stuff at a junk store. I think that I will make a couple of the smock aprons as gifts . I love the one with the artist pallet on it. I have so many projects in mind and too much work outside to be able to get to them. Oh well they will wait.( the work outside I mean).

An old family recipe for Gnocchi, with a picture of my Grandmothers Restaurant back in the 50s.

I found this border paper at the thrift store, aprons on the line, how perfect. I just read that in Ontario areas with bans on clothes lines, will soon be obsolete . Thats a step in the right direction!

Just a little something cute for me to wear in the kitchen. I don't know how cute it will be with spaghetti sauce spilled down the front. I had this fabric hanging around, and the eyelet on the bottom is reclaimed from a bag of junk from the thrift store.

I have been so busy, gardening time has rolled around, and I have lots of work to do. we have made a large portion of our garden in to vegetable patch, so I am looking forward to getting some plants in soon. The garden centers are popping up at all the local stores which is a sure sign of spring. I am also busy sewing aprons, mostly just for fun, but some for my Etsy store. Oh I have also been busy washing sheets and blankets and hanging them on the line, this pic is from Canadian Home and Country mag. I just love the picture.

I am going to make myself one of these aprons, I think view 1 is my favorite. I don't usually use pattern but , this is so cute , I will make an exception. I have been so busy at Apronista, (just playing around and checking out aprons) I have been neglecting my blog and my house work. I guess that I will have to start getting up earlier.

vintage look

This is a new vintage look apron that I just made. I got the fabric for the pocket out of a junk bag from the thrift store. It had great scraps of 1930 feed sack in it. What a find. Not very big pieces but good for apron pockets, or quilting. I put it in my Etsy store but if it doesn't sell I will be happy to keep it.

I have been so busy at Apronista, making aprons and posting them, I have neglected this post. I will try to update more often.( ps .. must go sew more aprons)

Silver napkin rings

they look great on my little shelf. Not a great pic, but you get the idea.

I was thrifting and came across these napkin rings. There is 4 in the set, price -4.99--- how could I resist, but what could I use them for? So I printed out some old pics, and placed them inside the rings, ....wow, .....they look great. I love when I can make something usefull out of junk. (these are not really junk thought are they? they are silver plated, and would be lovely to use at a tea party.)

My doll house kitchen, it's a little messy, just like real life. I have been so busy with other things that I have neglected my house a bit. I will find the time someday. We are still waiting for better weather here in Ontario, I hope it gets here soon.

Sorting my buttons into colors and filling jars. It was a fun job. Now that they are sorted, it is much easier to find what I need.

Bag contains reusable shopping bag made from same fabric. A bit too flashy? Not for me.
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scarf and bag made from vintage fabric,(2.99 from thrift store)
plain old boring coat, right?(7.99 at thrift store)

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I also make hats and bags, here are some on display in my cousins store. This picture is from last year, and they have since closed the store and have reopened in a new location.

I embroidered these tea towel for my friend that just got married. I also made her some pillows with pictures on them of her and the groom. She loved them. It was a small wedding, just to two of them, very romantic, and such a happy occasion for two, not so young lovers.

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I make these ornaments for my sisters, they are pictures of my Dad, who passed away last year.

this is a new vintage apron, looks good with my dress , maybe I will keep it or maybe I should put it on Etsy.

Another big snow storm is coming. The good news is, I will have time to play with my wool roving that just came from Etsy. I want to make dogs but the book on how to make them hasn't arrived yet. I have been watching tutorials on youtube, so I think that I will be able to make something easy. This pic is to remind me that some day, I will be on the hot, sunny, beach in Port Elgin again.

More bad weather is on the way, so I guess that I will have lots of time for sewing. This is an embroidery that I just did ,I don't know what I will use it for , but it is pretty.

I made another dress, it's OK but don't love it.

Made one last dress (the black and white one) it looks great, fits great, and feels great. That it for me, but now I am going to make one for my daughter (a much smaller size).

Dress is done, it is such a easy pattern I think That I will make a few more.It is really snowing outside or I would be running to the store for more fabric and bias tape.Oh well, I think that I have plenty of time before summer gets here.

This is the dress I made, it turned out great. I am a much larger size that the girls on the pattern, but it still looks nice. I will have to make an apron to match, and add pearls. I will be a regular June Cleaver. This is a very easy pattern,

My Etsy Store
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5653943

This is one of many aprons that I have made.

I am trying to set up a store at Etsy, so I have had no time to blog. I have also started sewing dresses (vintage pattern from 1950) for my spring wardrobe. So much to do so little time.

I made this giant cupcake, it takes a whole cake mix (i made it from scratch) . I think It looks pretty good for my first try. I bought the special cake pan to make it, so I will be giving Giant Cupcakes to friends or family for Birthdays or just need cheering up.

I love all thing vintage and hand made, and furry. I have 3 dogs, Abbie Rocky and Pei-Pei. they keep me busy

Welcome to My Blog

I am new to blogging, but love to talk and can go on forever , so this should be easy for me. After 30 years of hairstyling, I am now semi-retired and looking for things to keep me busy. I have always loved crafting and sewing and being creative, so it was natural that I spend my days filled with the peaceful enjoyment for making gifts for friends and family. But now my home is bursting at the seams , and my brain is filled with ideas, so I must get online and share with the world. I hope you enjoy your visit.........Cindy-Lou