What's Up??

Last weekend was a busy one, sewing, sewing, sewing. Baby shower. Visiting with my girl, so I have been scarce around here. My baby is coming home this weekend, and we will be celebrating his 23rd birthday!
My how time flys! Enjoy those little ones while you can, they will be grown before you know it.

Thought I would share some favorite things these days.

The frame was a grandma gift at the shower last weekend, from a good friend.

Here's what it says:

GRANDMOTHER(gran muther) noun.

THE SOMEONE WHO...

1. HAS LOTS OF PATIENCE. 2. LOVES WITHOUT LIMITS. 3.IS THE PROUDEST PERSON ALIVE. A.K.A. GIGI, GRAM, GRAND, GRANDMA, GRANNY, MA-MA, MIMI, NANA, NANNY AND YIA-YIA.  

As for the little Owl, Ansley is using owls in the nursery, but there was just one problem, there were NO owls in the nursery. While looking at handmade owls, I came across this little fella listed on Amazon, and he is too cute! We couldn't find anything that told us his size, but all the reviews said, bigger than expected, and he is. The perfect size for a toddler to snuggle with.

Slowly collecting some vintage sheets to sew with.

Found this HUGE bowl at one of the antiques stores here in town. It looks black in the picture, but is a rich, deep brown. Perfect for fall. Yes, and I am looking forward to the day when those red walls(that look pink) in the background are no more. SOON! Gotta run, I am off to help a friend price for an upcoming estate sale, and you never know what kind of treasure I might find.

Have a wonderful Labor Day weekend!

My girl was home this weekend for another shower. Here she is with 26 days until her due date. We had so much fun!Three of our friend hosted a drop in shower for friends from church. All I can say is,

She was Blessed!

Pretty table, beautiful flowers, and some delicious food! The hostesses really outdid themselves. After these couple of pictures, I just forgot about the camera. We had so much fun visiting with friends and church family. Needless to say, with the blessings of friends and relatives, they are ready for this little fella to come. We had some marathon sewing going on this weekend, and I finished the bumper pads, even after sewing the needle through my finger. Ouch! She is picking up a few last minute necessities when she visits the doctor on Tuesday. She seems to think he might be early, and she had me a little nervous this weekend. She says she needs one more week of nesting to have everything spic and span for the baby. She has been in a major nesting mode for quite some time, so it makes me wonder if he will be early.

Here's a look at the pretty table.

His due date is September 24th for those who have asked.

God has truly shown his faithfulness throughout this pregnancy. Her health has been good, and God has already provided all they have needed. This has been one more opportunity to trust God when circumstances are not what we thought they would be.

God is good and He has blessed abundantly!

"And my God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus"

Philippians 4:19

Showers of blessing!

Yesterday we were able to make a surprise visit to our girl. We arrived just in time for one of her baby showers. They have been so blessed by friends and family. Thought you might enjoy some highlights .

I have not mentioned his name yet, but we are ready to welcome Baby Judah!

One of the hostesses  printed these cute thank-you notes, and had all of those in attendance to address an

envelope.  I want to be sure to remember this the next time I help with a shower. 

Here's the huge diaper cake with a little owl right on top.

I guess by now you realize she will be having an owl or two in the nursery.

Delicious!

Check out the tiered platter made with flower pots, and flower pot plates.

Yes, I did complete the crib skirt, and hopefully we will have bumper pads by this weekend.

This cute block was painted an assortment of blues, pinks, greens etc. before she changed the colors to match the nursery. The lid opens up, and can be used for storage.

She will be here next weekend for another shower, so I will be sewing until......... well until I finish those bumper pads. 

And no, I did not get one picture of the mom to be! When they started taking pictures, I was not able to get to my camera. I will try to do better next weekend.

Have a wonderful week! 

Mimi's Book Collection

With the prospects of becoming a grandmother, you start thinking about fun times spent with that little one. One of the things I have done for quite some time, even before my daughter was pregnant , is to begin a collection of  books. All of these were picked up at the thrift store in excellent condition.

So, here are a few that I have collected.

One of my favorites.

I think we will have fun snuggling up and reading.

Can't wait!

Celebrating!

Ansley had another baby shower this weekend, and she sent me  a picture of the cake.
She is using owls in the nursery, so they had this cute owl cake at the shower. They have been so blessed by family and friends. She will be here in a couple of weeks for a shower, and I am  looking forward to sharing the excitement with her. I am still working on the dust ruffle for the bed, and will start the bumper pads this week. Hopefully we will have a finished product soon. Have a great week!
Jackie

Good News and BAD News!

Remember how I have been waiting, saving, and planning to update my kitchen on a budget?

Well, the good news is that I have lots of beautiful doors, and drawer fronts waiting on paint so that we can get on with the kitchen remodel project,

however,

there seems to be a slight problem.

Since there are a lot of these, I am HOPING,

that

it

is

just a

SliGhT

PrObLeM.

NONE

of the doors or drawers

are the correct size!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I think it is a fixable problem, but right now, I am feeling a little

LOT

sick!

There's more to the problem though.

You know when Big favors don't turn out so well?

This is one of them!

A wonderful friend did us this favor, got the doors at a good price,

but still costly.

Somehow, there was some miscommunication, even when our previous estimate was for the actual sizes.

My daughter is assuring me that it is OK, and Will work.

Hopin and prayin!

Jackie

Wow! Yes, it is a new post!

Here's the scene at my house right now.

There's a baby on the way that needs crib bedding.

So, I'll be needing plenty of this!

Jackie

A giveaway you won't want to miss!

You will definitely want to check out the giveaway

 Miss Mustard Seed

 has going on right now in celebration of 2000 followers. And this is one blog you want to read regularly!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Jackie

Guess what?

I'm a Winner! 

 I was so excited this morning when I checked my e-mail to find that I had won the $75 gift certificate here.

Lindsay, has a great blog and has another wonderful giveaway going on so check her out.

 Go visit the Vintage Pearl to see all of the wonderful hand stamped jewelry.

Just like Christmas in July!

Have a blessed day!

Jackie

Total Yummy Goodness!!

Just finished making this delicious dessert to take to a birthday celebration this afternoon, and thought I would share this quick and easy recipe with you .

Brownie Trifle

1 Box Brownie Mix (your favorite)

Large Box Instant Chocolate Pudding

8 oz. Cream Cheese

Large Container Cool Whip

*Make brownies according to directions. Cool, and cut into small chunks for bottom layer

*Soften cream cheese, add 2 TBS sugar, and half of cool whip. This goes on top of brownie layer.

*Mix pudding according to directions, and this is your next layer.

*Top with remaining cool whip

*Refrigerate until ready to serve.

We made mini versions of these in martini glasses for my daughters wedding, and they were a big hit.

Let me know if you give it a try, and tell me how you like it.

Have a wonderful weekend. Jackie

Check out the other delicious recipes here.

Morning Coffee

Won't you grab a cup of coffee and join me?

I've even saved a seat for you.

Even Chloe will agree that the view is not bad.

Our little row of grapevines are out here,

a few pretty flowers,

and this morning the nest was empty.

Several years ago we covered our small back patio with a tin roof.  Our goal is to make our rather large back yard beautiful without spending a lot of money, and little by little it is happening.  I have taken cuttings from neighbors plants and bought some on clearance. When the weather is a little cooler we will begin working on some vegetable beds.Some mornings you can even catch a breeze on the back porch here in south Georgia. It's simple, but I'm loving it.

Jackie

All You Need is Rust.

This is what I started with.

 A fairly ugly, green wire shelf.

Add a little rust,

and this is what I got.

My back porch was beginning to look like plants were just sitting everywhere, and this little shelf that was tucked away in the storage building was just what I needed. Hopefully I will be tending to more projects this week.

What projects are you working on?

Jackie

My Own Three Ring Circus!!

This weekend my Mom and Dad were here, with their dog, Bailey(center)

My daughter and son-in-law were here with Chloe(left)

and there's Stella trying to stay out of the way.

Needless to say they kept things hopping.

In the midst of family being here, we made a cake for a couple's reception at church.

Ansley decorated, I baked. Cake decorating is not a good thing for a perfectionist to attempt.

I tend to analyze things a little bit too long. My daughter on the other hand is not afraid to just go for it.

Simple table decorations.

It was a busy weekend, but a good one.

Hope you had a wonderful weekend. 

Jackie 

While away........

............here were a few things that made me smile.

Big blue hydrangeas,

an old wheelbarrow,

HUGE oaks out back where my daughter works,

this big old cow,

and a trailer full of watermelons. Yes, they were delicious!

What has put a smile on your face recently?

Jackie

One of those days.......continued.

This past week has been a busy one. Good busy, but very busy, tiring, and draining. We left last Sunday to visit my daughter. They purchased an older home that they have been renovating for quite a while. We went down to lend a hand. They are down to what is one huge task(not counting the yard) painting the exterior(not including the windows that will need to be reglazed). Those of you who own an older home know what a job this will be, especially on your own. I will say the boys worked on the really hard stuff! They scraped, scraped, scraped and scraped some more! It was HOT! Really hot!

My girl is still working, so I painted the last of the trim and baseboards in the office, cleaned windows (did I mention they have a lot of Big windows?) When we left the office was on the way to being straightened out, so the guest bed can move in there, so we can get ready for this little one. I even got to see the little one Wednesday during her Dr visit. He was moving those arms and legs, sticking his tongue out, and we may have a name. I will let you know if the make it definite. It was a great visit.

When we left, out big dog Nick was not doing well. He would have been 12 in December. He has been the absolute best family pet! He acted ferocious when necessary(strangers near by)but,  has always been just one big loving puppy. Our neighbor who is very fond of him took care of him while we were away. He said when we left he seemed so depressed, and wasn't sure he would last till we returned, but he did. We returned Thursday afternoon, and when I got back from errands Friday afternoon, he had laid  down in a shady spot and passed away. He and Stella have been my company when I am here by myself, and I am going to miss him dearly. Yes, there were tears from both of us, so needless to say yesterday afternoon was a sad one. Looking forward to a good Sunday rest, church and some quiet time. Hope you all have a blessed 4th.
Jackie

It's been one of those days.

More to come.

After The Rain

O LORD, our Lord,How majestic is Your name in all the earth,Who have displayed Your splendor above the heavens! Psalm 8:1-3

Look What Came in the Mail!

Do you like surprises?

I definitely do!

This came in the mail the other day with this little card,

wonderful little buttons,

  

close up of the blue stripes

and here it is, don't you like it! 

I visited here, and entered the "Cottage Charm Giveaway,"

here.

Imagine my surprise, when I actually won.

You will want to check out Linden Townhouse Blog

to see her many sewing projects and renovations on a budget.

Jackie