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We had it all planned out, Mom and I. We were going to go on a lovely Mother's Day hike down a trail we had never ventured. Until. Until we realized that the hike was oh-so-near a very large antique barn. Change of plans! The boys let us have our way without a peep or complaint.
So now Mom and I have decided that "Let's go for a hike" really means "Let's go antiquing". What a wonderful memory and what a wonderful Mother I have!
I wish I had this when I was a kid. Well, it's mine now and I'm so happy! It makes the most wonderful chain stitch. No foot pedal. No bobbins. It's adorable! Found it on Etsy. It's the Singer Sewhandy (sew handy) 50D made in Great Britain.
I went antiquing with my Mom yesterday in Millerton, NY. I snapped some pictures for inspiration - gingham & rug patterns. Tore my favorites from the latest Anthropologie, hoping to inspire a spring/summer wardrobe - handmade of course.
So I didn't buy anything while antiquing, but I did buy a new plant. I'll be back soon with some new springy projects!
You are perfect for me
(Vintage sugar bowl found at Fishlegs)
(Vintage faux bois utensil holder found at Blue Sky Day)
(Vintage napkins "wipe" napkins found at Storybook Charm)
Here are some other vintage sugar bowls that I am swooning over (click the image to purchase):
(Rick Rack Vintage, Beggars and Choosers, Jawaddel, Macho Machismo,
Moon Asking to Stay, Terrys Got It, Two Little Owls, and Riff Raff Review)
Oh. My. Heavy. Huge. Complicated. Scary. Help.
Wow, choosing the right industrial machine was really hard. That's why I've put it off for so long. Let's hope this machine is right for me. The Consew 199RB-1A with the Sewquiet 4000 motor.
I only hope I can get it up and running in time for Christmas orders! Tons of parts, belts, rods, oil, oil, did I mention oil? The bobbin case is drenched in oil. Not sure if that happened during shipping? How do I clean that up? So many questions and unknowns...I'll have to figure it all out as I go (any advice is welcomed)!
I narrowed it down to this machine because it Zig-Zags, has a double capacity bobbin and can sew anything from leather to lace. I'll submit a review once I put some mileage on it!
So, I'm really not crazy about posting a picture of my feet - but I must spread the word about these sandals, Handcrafted by Zuzsi. This is my favorite tying style because it's very comfortable and gives support to your ankle. These sandals are inspired by the running sandal of the Tarahumara Indian tribe. There is a lot of great information you can discover about this tribe, but be careful, your research might inspire you to start running. When I was a kid, one of my favorite things to do was run through the woods behind our house where there was a huge waterfall and steep hills and cliffs - I believed I was as quiet and swift as an Indian. I would love to feel that way again. There is a book with a short video HERE with some more information about the tribe and how the author believes that we are Born to Run. I'm going to get myself a copy!
By the way, I got the pair where you can change out the straps:
Atop a shelf.
I love this print (and others) by Shirae.
At the windowsill
Nesting tins from Edelweiss Vintage. (it looks like her shop is temporarily closed)
At the table
The most simplest of breakfasts: Italian Roast coffee and homemade Vienna bread. Napkins from the Vintage Mercantile.
Vintage wooden ornaments have been my favorite since childhood. I've made it my goal to start a collection of my own.
Found these at a garage sale over the summer for .25 cents. I think they're perfect for beginners, so I picked up a pair for me too! We tested them on the driveway and then at the rink. All the kids looked at us with curiosity. Despite the double runners, we fell too many times to count. Lots of laughs!
The "Incognito" print by AshleyG is so insanely adorable!
For some winter decorating, you can download this free house pattern designed by AshleyG from the Heart Handmade Holiday Zine
Mmm, but the house needed some trees! So I designed some and they are available below for free download. The tree outlines are very pale - on purpose - so you don't have to worry if you're a little lazy with your cutting skills.
