Glad Tidings Primitives & Folkart

I'm having a "I missed my 100th Post!" Giveaway

2009-05-13T10:35:00.001-07:00

Hello everyone!

I just wanted to make you aware of a Giveaway I am having over at my blog, Miss Pootsie's Primitives. I completely missed my 100th post, which is the point that most bloggers celebrate w/ a giveaway... but oh no... not me. Anyway...

The "prize" is a little Prim dollie I made named Joanie. She's a little Kittie, about 8" tall, she's announcing that "A Joyful Heart is Good Medicine", and... well, here's a photo of her.

Please come by Miss Pootsie's Primitives Blog and post to enter the giveaway. It will end midnight Wednesday, May 20th and we'll draw the winner's name on Thursday. Come on over and read up on the rules of the giveaway.

God Bless you all!

Penny

Free Sailboat Pattern

2009-03-27T09:39:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone! Hope you're having a wonderful day in the Lord. I wanted to share with you all that I am offering a free pattern and instructions on my own blog at Miss Pootsie's Primitives. It's for a little Sailboat (about 6" tall) made from muslin & a piece of skewer. I made it for this doll to hold, but you could use it in many ways.

Here's a photo of the finished boat. Hope you'll 'sail' by and check it out.

God Bless you all,
Penny

2009-01-27T14:09:00.000-08:00

I just wanted to report that our dear mentor, sister in the Lord and leader of Glad Tidings, Cora is recovering from surgery very well and got a good report from her doctor....thank you to so many people who, after hearing of her struggle with cancer have prayed, offered encouragement and support to her.

I also wanted everyone to know that I and Cynd i are part of a huge blog gathering this year...One World, One Heart..there are over 600 bloggers participating and the list keeps growing...this is an annual event that was started 3 years ago by Lisa "Ocean Dreamer" Swifka to bring bloggers together from all over the world in a celebration of friendship. Every blogger that participates is giving away a special creation or item and its like a big open house. New friendships are made and its just a whole lot of fun.
so if you haven't already done so..just click on the One World One Heart logo and enjoy the
bohemian gypsy caravan of blogs....who knows? you might meet a new friend or win a great prize!

Dani

2008-12-25T07:52:00.000-08:00

My wish for each of you is to be "HAPPY"! With all our struggles we have to see for ourselves the Blessings in Each Day, that we have our families and each other to guide us. The " Now" is what we have to live with joyous knowledge that is is OURS to do with as we wish.

I love each and every one of you for sharing your thoughts and blessings each day that unite us as sisters as we grow and share our lives.

We started this blogging as a group and individually as a way to get to know each other more personally. I think over this time it has been well spent. We have shared and learned about each other and we cherish our family of sisters with all our hearts.

We all wish you and yours the same loving we share together. Pass it on!
PLease see the sidebar for our individual blogs also and see the friends we have made over the year of blogging.

Blessings, Cyndi/ByLightOfMoon

Sister is Featured in Olde Prarie Register

2008-10-15T09:11:00.001-07:00

I am alittle late in reading my mail as since I returned home from my dog-sitting trip but I am so happy to announce my find this morning. When I opened my
"Olde Prairie Register" newsletter, I found "Lea of Farmhouse Blessing" featured with her photo entry.

Lea has always got the most interesting blog posts sharing what is happening in her life with her family, friends and love of God's blessings.

I am so proud to call her my sister at Glad Tidings Primative's & Folkart, she is truly special.

Smiles, Cyndi/ByLightOfMoon

The Names of God

2008-09-14T20:10:00.000-07:00

JEHOVAH-ROHIGod is your Shepherd

Psalm 23 ... the Lord is my Shepherd. I shall not want.
You are cared for, tended to and watched over. You are His! He seeks you when you wander away and draws you back to Him.

Excerpt from Teacups Full of Treasures by Mary Grace Birkhead.

Be blessed,
Lea

My Prim Stitchery and New Venture!

2008-09-05T08:57:00.000-07:00

I have just set up a shop on Lemon Poppy Seeds. I'm really excited to be a part of that great group of artisans. It should take a day or two for all of the technical stuff, so I am eagerly awaiting for my shop to show up in the artisan directory, too! I decided to go with Linda*Pinda*Prims since Lemon Poppy Seeds is predominately Extreme Prims.

The Prim Stitchery featuring a verse from Psalm 136, pictured above is an example of the work I will be offering there, and is currently available.

Thank you for taking a peek.

Please continue to pray for our Cora.

Blessings & Hugs... *Linda*

Primitive Pin Cushion For Cora

2008-07-22T06:45:00.000-07:00

Love comes in all shapes and sizes, doesn't it? This time it comes in the shape of a sweet handmade bird pin cushion by Glad Tidings' own Naomi of Naomi's Notions. Naomi is also a member of New England Primitive Gathering and this week, they are hosting a fun Pattern Challenge where all the members were invited to use the same pattern and give it their own special touches.

Naomi created a lovely pink calico bird in honor of our Cora who recently entered into her own journey with breast cancer. The wings are floral and button accents handmade by Cora herself! A percentage of the winning bid will be donated to The American Breast Cancer Foundation.

When Glad Tidings Primitives & Folkart was created, our goal was to focus on primitives and folkart with a Christian message. We could not have imagined all those months ago that God's plan wasn't about the items, but about the connections we would make online with other folks, some searching, some hurting, some dancing in His awesome works... This has blessed our lives beyond human measure. When I clicked on the New England groups' page and saw this precious bird dedicated to Cora, my heart lept. This is what it's all about. Using our gifts and talents to reach across "borders" and bring God's love everywhere we go...

Cora is the heart of our little group. When we all discovered that Cora was sick, it was a devastating blow, but one that immediately made us "armor up" in scripture and prayer. Most of you reading this already know our Cora, and we know that you love her too. You know her struggles with funding and you know her beautiful faith. Please visit Naomi's Listing and consider bidding on this lovely pin cushion. I already have, but I'm hoping that the bids go way too high for me to be able to compete!

Primitive Pink Pin Cushion Make Do Listing

2008-07-18T10:09:00.000-07:00

Everyone here at Glad Tidings and all friends send Cora our wishes for peace and God's Grace today....we are keeping her held up in prayer as she starts this struggle for healing and health.
We also pray for all who have contact with her, that God will be so evident and in control. We pray God will give them wisdom and skill in their appointed duties. We pray that all her needs will be met, physically, spiritually, mentally and financially.
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Why should I feel discouraged, why should the shadows come,
Why should my heart be lonely, and long for heaven and home,
When Jesus is my portion? My constant friend is He:
His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me;
His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me.

I sing because I’m happy,
I sing because I’m free,
For His eye is on the sparrow,
And I know He watches me.

“Let not your heart be troubled,” His tender word I hear,
And resting on His goodness, I lose my doubts and fears;
Though by the path He leadeth, but one step I may see;
His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me;
His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me.

Whenever I am tempted, whenever clouds arise,
When songs give place to sighing, when hope within me dies,
I draw the closer to Him, from care He sets me free;
His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me;
His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me.

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I also wanted to let everyone know I have a giveaway on my embroidery blog at
http://dani-chinalakenews.blogspot.com/
if you like to embroider, check it out...

Ten Guidelines From God

2008-07-10T08:08:00.000-07:00

I received this email today, and I really needed to hear this. Thought I'd share it with ya'll too:

Effective immediately,please be aware that there are changes YOU need to make in YOUR life. These changes need to be completed in order that I may fulfill My promises to you to grant you peace, joy and happiness in this life. I apologize for any inconvenience, but after all that I am doing, this seems very little to ask of you. Please,follow these 10 guidelines

1. QUIT WORRYING:
Life has dealt you a blow and all you do is sit and worry. Have you forgotten that I am here to take all your burdens and carry them for you? Or do you just enjoy fretting over every little thing that comes your way?

2. PUT IT ON THE LIST:
Something needs done or taken care of. Put it on the list. No, not YOUR list. Put it on MY to-do-list. Let ME be the one to take care of the problem. I can’t help you until you turn it over to Me. And although My to-do-list is long, I am after all... God. I can take care of anything you put into My hands. In fact, if the truth were ever really known, I take care of a lot of things for you that you never even realize.

3. TRUST ME:
Once you’ve given your burdens to Me, quit trying to take them back. Trust in Me. Have the faith that I will take care of all your needs, your problems and your trials. Problems with the kids? Put them on My list. Problem with finances? Put it on My list. Problems with your emotional roller coaster? For My sake, put it on My list. I want to help you. All you have to do is ask.

4. LEAVE IT ALONE:
Don’t wake up one morning and say, "Well, I’m feeling much stronger now, I think I can handle it from here." Why do you think you are feeling stronger now? It’s simple. You gave Me your burdens and I’m taking care of them. I also renew your strength and cover you in my peace. Don’t you know that if I give you these problems back, you will be right back where you started? Leave them with Me and forget about them. Just let Me do my job.

5. TALK TO ME:
I want you to forget a lot of things. Forget what was making you crazy. Forget the worry and the fretting because you know I’m in control. But there’s one thing I pray you never forget. Please, don’t forget to talk to Me - OFTEN! I love YOU! I want to hear your voice. I want you to include Me in on the things going on in your life. I want to hear you talk about your friends and family. Prayer is simply you having a conversation with Me. I want to be your dearest friend.

6. HAVE FAITH:
I see a lot of things from up here that you can’t see from where you are. Have faith in Me that I know what I’m doing. Trust Me; you wouldn’t want the view from My eyes. I will continue to care for you, watch over you, and meet your needs. You only have to trust Me. Although I have a much bigger task than you, it seems as if you have so much trouble just doing your simple part. How hard can trust be?

7. SHARE:
You were taught to share when you were only two years old. When did you forget? That rule still applies. Share with those who are less fortunate than you. Share your joy with those who need encouragement. Share your laughter with those who haven’t heard any in such a long time. Share your tears with those who have forgotten how to cry. Share your faith with those who have none.

8. BE PATIENT:
I managed to fix it so in just one lifetime you could have so many diverse experiences. You grow from a child to an adult, have children, change jobs many times, learn many trades, travel to so many places, meet thousands of people, and experience so much. How can you be so impatient then when it takes Me a little longer than you expect to handle something on My to-do-list? Trust in My timing, for My timing is perfect. Just because I created the entire universe in only six days, everyone thinks I should always rush, rush, rush.

9. BE KIND:
Be kind to others, for I love them just as much as I love you. They may not dress like you, or talk like you, or live the same way you do, but I still love you all. Please try to get along, for My sake. I created each of you different in some way. It would be too boring if you were all identical. Please, know I love each of your differences.

10. LOVE YOURSELF:
As much as I love you, how can you not love yourself? You were created by me for one reason only -- to be loved, and to love in return. I am a God of Love. Love Me. Love your neighbors. But also love yourself. It makes My heart ache when I see you so angry with yourself when things go wrong. You are very precious to me. Don’t ever forget......

I LOVE YOU

Thanks Janie

Love all ya'll,
Vic
2 Much Farm Primitives

Please CLICK DAILY and visit often

2008-07-08T17:25:00.000-07:00

"Halloween Blessings" in July!

2008-07-07T16:17:00.001-07:00

It's been forever since I actually listed anything on Ebay, and it took a group launch to get me "in the groove" again! My contribution is a one of a kind prim & whimsy folk art painting called "Halloween Blessings". Though it wasn't this group sponsoring the launch, I thought the message of the painting is appropriate here. If you would like to view the listing, and read my inspiration for it, please click here: Linda*Pinda*Designs

Thank You :)

Hugs & Prayers... *Linda*

If You Feel Froggy......

2008-07-03T05:14:00.001-07:00

Hey Yall, I just listed a cute little frog pin keep in my Ebay store. I've been running across cute little things that I'm really not sure what to do with, so I thought I'd try my hand at pin keeps. Even tho I'm not a "seamstress", I do enjoy decorating with these little prim items.

Check it out and also my other new items.

Ya'll have a great 4th!!

Love all ya'll,
Vic
2 Much Farm Primitives

"Iddie Biddies" Dolls

2008-06-28T18:34:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone! So happy to post today. It's Saturday and it's been sunny all day here in Kansas. Had storms again last night, but such a pretty day today. I've started a new line of TINY dollies I call, "Iddie Biddies". None of them are over 9 inches tall and every one of them has something to say. Each has a little 'Card' Ornie with a saying. "Becky" the little gal at the top has an Ornie that says, "You Will Always Be My Baby". I have several listed on eBay right now, with the listings ending tomorrow (Sunday) and Monday morning. I'm working on more now too. I hope you'll check them out.

I hope you are all having a lovely weekend.

Much love,

Penny

Prayers for Cora ~ our sister

2008-06-21T09:04:00.000-07:00

Cora or (Nelia of Hidden Riches Secret Places) has a beautiful blog with her family happenings and her scare with an illness. She shares her strength with us and I so enjoy her being in my life as she shares with everyone at Glad Tidings. We all cherish her everyday writings. She is a talented writer and makes the most beautitul angels I have seen. Her Blog with her puppy Buster is always a spine tickler with him growing up.

Please keep her in your prayers and she will heal whatever God is sending her with our strength in numbers.

We love you , Cyndi

Our Childhood in Black and White

2008-06-19T04:17:00.000-07:00

Black and White
(Under age 40? You won't understand.)

You could hardly see for all the snow,
Spread the rabbit ears as far as they go.
Pull a chair up to the TV set,
"Good Night, David. Good Night, Chet."

My Mom used to cut chicken, chop eggs and spread mayo on the same cutting board with the same knife and no bleach, but we didn't seem to get food poisoning.

My Mom used to defrost hamburger on the counter AND I used to eat it raw sometimes, too. Our school sandwiches were wrapped in wax paper in a brown paper bag, not in ice-pack coolers, but I can't remember getting e.coli.

Almost all of us would have rather gone swimming in the lake instead of a pristine pool (talk about boring), no beach closures then.

The term cell phone would have conjured up a phone in a jail cell, and a pager was the school PA system.

We all took gym, not PE . and risked permanent injury with a pair of high top Ked's (only worn in gym) instead of having cross-training athletic shoes with air cushion soles and built in light reflectors. I can't recall any injuries, but they must have happened because they tell us how much safer we are now..

Flunking gym was not an option, even for stupid kids! I guess PE must be much harder than gym.

Speaking of school, we all said prayers and sang the national anthem, and staying in detention after schoo l caught all sorts of negative attention.

We must have had horribly damaged psyches. What an archaic health system we had then. Remember school nurses? Ours wore a hat and everything

I thought that I was supposed to accomplish something before I was allowed to be proud of myself.

I just can't recall how bored we were without computers, Play Station, Nintendo, X-box or 270 digital TV cable stations.

Oh yeah ... and where was the Benadryl and sterilization kit when I got that bee sting? I could have been killed!

We played 'king of the hill' on piles of gravel left on vacant construction sites, and when we got hurt, Mom pulled out the 48-cent bottle of Mercurochrome (kids liked it better because it didn't sting like iodine did) and then we got our butt spanked.

Now it's a trip to the emergency room, followed by a 10-day dose of a $49 bottle of antibiotics, and then Mom calls the attorney to sue the contractor for leaving a horribly vicious pile of gravel where it was such a threat.

We didn't act up at the neighbor's house either because if we did, we got our butt spanked there and then we got butt spanked again when we got home.

I recall Donny Reynolds from next door coming over and doing his tricks on the front step, just before he fell off. Little did his Mom know that she could have owned our house. Instead, she picked him up and swatted him for being such a goof. It was a neighborhood run amuck.

To top it off, not a single person I knew had ever been told that they were from a dysfunctional family. How could we possibly have known that?

We needed to get into group therapy and anger management classes? We were obviously so duped by so many societal ills that we didn't even notice that the entire country wasn't taking Prozac! How did we ever survive?

LOVE TO ALL OF US WHO SHARED THIS ERA, AND TO ALL WHO DIDN'T; SORRY FOR WHAT YOU MISSED. I WOULDN'T TRADE IT FOR ANYTHING.

Thanks Julie

Love All Ya'll,

Vic

Preparing a place for you!

2008-06-13T06:17:00.000-07:00

My oldest son just finished 1st grade! I can't belive it! Now he just can't wait to start school in the fall...as a BIG second grader! :)

I was going through some of his school papers and found these 2 WONDERFUL pieces of work!!!

The first one is the mansion, with Jesus at the top, and Jonah is inside with LOVE in his heart! :)

And the second one is the verse that came with it! John 14: 1-3

Posted by: Naomi of naomisnotions

Carrots, Eggs, & Coffee!

2008-06-05T04:39:00.000-07:00

I received this email some time ago....don't remember who sent it to me, but I liked it and thought I'd pass it along:

A carrot, an egg, and a cup of coffee...You will never look at a cup of coffee the same way again.

A young woman went to her mother and told her about her life and how things were so hard for her. She did not know how she was going to make it and wanted to give up, She was tired of fighting and struggling. It seemed as one problem was solved, a new one arose.

Her mother took her to the kitchen. She filled three pots with water and placed each on a high fire. Soon the pots came to boil.

In the first she placed carrots, in the second she placed eggs, and in the last she placed ground coffee beans. She let them sit and boil; without saying a word. In about twenty minutes she turned off the burners. She fished the carrots out and placed them in a bowl. She pulled the eggs out and placed them in a bowl. Then she ladled the coffee out and placed it in a bowl. Turning to her daughter, she asked, ' Tell me what you see.'

'Carrots, eggs, and coffee,' she replied.

Her mother brought her closer and asked her to feel the carrots. She did and noted that they were soft. The mother then asked the daughter to take an egg and break it. After pulling off the shell, she observed the hard boiled egg. Finally, the mother asked the daughter to sip the coffee. The daughter smiled as she tasted its rich aroma.

The daughter then asked, 'What does it mean, mother?'

Her mother explained that each of these objects had faced the same adversity: boiling water. Each reacted differently.

The carrot went in strong, hard, and unrelenting. However, after being subjected to the boiling water, it softened and became weak. The egg had been fragile. Its thin outer shell had protected its liquid interior, but after sitting through the boiling water, its inside became hardened.

The ground coffee beans were unique, however. After they were in the boiling water, they had changed the water.

'Which are you?' she asked her daughter.

'When adversity knocks on your door, how do you respond? Are you a carrot, an egg or a coffee bean?

Think of this: Which am I? Am I the carrot that seems strong, but with pain and adversity do I wilt and become soft and lose my strength?

Am I the egg that starts with a malleable heart, but changes with the heat? Did I have a fluid spirit, but after a death, a breakup, a financial hardship or some other trial, have I become hardened and stiff? Does my shell look the same, but on the inside am I bitter and tough with a stiff spirit and hardened heart?

Or am I like the coffee bean? The bean actually changes the hot water, the very circumstance that brings the pain. When the water gets hot, it releases the fragrance and flavor.

If you are like the bean, when things are at their worst, you get better and change the situation around you.

When the hour is the darkest and trials are their greatest do you elevate yourself to another level? How do you handle adversity? Are you a carrot, an egg or a coffee bean?

May you have enough happiness to make you sweet, enough trials to make you strong, enough sorrow to keep you human and enough hope to make you happy.

The happiest of people don't necessarily have the best of everything; they just make the most of everything that comes along their way.

The brightest future will always be based on a forgotten past; you can't go forward in life until you let go of your past failures and heartaches.

When you were born, you were crying and everyone around you was smiling.

Live your life so at the end, you're the one who is smiling and everyone around you is crying.

Love all ya'll,
Vic
2 Much Farm Primitives

Extreme Primitive Doll Giveaway

2008-05-28T06:32:00.000-07:00

Hello and Good Morning.

It's a LOVELY, cool day here in Kansas. Yes, it IS May 28...but we're hanging on to some winter weather here. I think the HIGH is supposed to be 67 degrees! Amazing!

I just wanted to share with everyone, I'm still having the giveaway of Faith, the Extreme Prim Dollie in the photo above. She is a Breast Cancer Awareness Doll. I am a 14 year Breast Cancer Survivor and it's just important to spread awareness about this disease. Breast Cancer is in every newspaper, tv news broadcast, talk show, sitcom, and magazine, and it's a fact that 1 in every 3 women will develop Breast Cancer in their lifetime... but it seems like every woman doubts that it could happen to them.

Just leave a comment on my blog and you're entered for the giveaway. Here's the link:

http://misspootsiesprimitives.blogspot.com/

I have more photos of Faith on my blog and I'd love to see more entries. The Giveaway will end on Thursday, May 29, 2008 at Midnight Central Standard Time. On Friday, the 30th I'll have my granddaughter draw a name out of a bowl & pick the winner.

***Please Note***
I can't afford the shipping for international entries, so please don't enter if you're not living in the Continental USA. No offense, I'm just poor...LOL.

Today I think I'd like to leave you with this scripture:

Proverbs 3:5 & 6
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your paths straight.

Take God's Word to heart today. Let Him speak to you, inside, through that 'still small voice'. May His Word, and His Love guide you and comfort you today.

Blessings,
Penny
Miss Pootsie's Primitives

We Have A Winner!!!!

2008-05-27T04:23:00.000-07:00

The basket was full of names this time, and we are so thankful for all of you who took the time to comment and to visit all our member's blogs.

The name drawn was Heather, from Heather from Heather's Heartfelt Stitches! Congratulations, Heather, and hope you have a wonderful time stitching away with all your goodies!

Introducing Myself

2008-05-26T12:10:00.001-07:00

I am so happy to have been invited to join with all the lovely ladies at Glad Tidings! My name is Kay and I'm the soap lady from The Rustic Cottage. Cora and I became acquainted through the blogging community and I felt so privileged when she invited me to join the group.

I live in a small town in SW Washington State - truly God's country with all the lush green landscape. I am single, have two daughters, Missy is almost 38 and Stephany is 14. I also have two grandsons who are the loves of my life.

I was recently laid off my job as an office manager for a truck repair shop so now I'm a full-time soapmaker and business woman. It is a little scary being the sole support of your family and not having a full-time job. But we are depending on God every day and He is blessings in so many ways! He truly is providing. This has been a very humbling experience for me as I am a very independent person. I've had to ask for help in many ways I've never had to before.

I've been a seamstress all my life and about 3 years ago starting making soap. I've always got a project of some sort in the works.

Thank you for letting me share a little about myself with you. Please come back and visit Glad Tidings often. And visit the shops of the wonderful talented ladies in this group. I know you'll be able to find a treasure or two for yourself.

Click on my picture above and check out my blog!

It's Another Great Giveaway!

2008-05-19T05:05:00.000-07:00

Welcome to our Glad Tidings Group Giveaway!!!!! We’re so glad you found us, as now you have a chance to win a whole grouping of items that the ladies from our Ebay group have donated with YOU in mind!

All of these gals were generous in their giving, and there is plenty here for you to make an apron or two, or something along these lines. The one primitive fabric shown here was actually hand stamped -- can you believe that????? --- and has been heat set, so it is washable. Other items include coordinating fabric with floss to match, hand crocheted trim, buttons, pins, thread, vintage apron pattern, sewing notions, vintage linens, and a handmade hussif (needle case).

I’m sure this will be a great prize for anyone who loves to sew, or for a beginner just starting out!

So here’s what you need to do to qualify for this!

Please go to at least one of the blogs mentioned in this post. Then come back and leave a comment, mentioning which blog (or blogs) you visited. This will enter your name into the drawing.

Naomi's Notions
Hidden Riches From Secret Places
(also having a giveaway at her blog!)

Farmhouse Blessings
(also having a giveaway at her blog!)

Miss Pootsie's Primitives
(also having a giveaway at her blog!)

On Eagle's Wings
(also having a giveaway at her blog!)

2 Much Farm Primitives
(also having a giveaway at her blog!)

The Rustic Cottage
Linda Pinda Designs
Patti's Primitives
Raggedy Sue
By Light Of Moon
Andra's Primitives & Whimsies

If you post a link on YOUR blog and mention this giveaway, your name will go into the hat a second time.

Please note! Some of these ladies are also having giveaways on THEIR personal blogs at the same time as this one, so it would serve you well to visit ALL of them and sign up with them, too! A great chance to get to know us better and to win some great prizes!!!!

On May 26, we will draw a name from the hat and post the winner here. We will contact you through your blog. If you do not have a blog, please leave your email address.

Psalms 23

2008-04-29T07:18:00.000-07:00

1 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2 He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,
3 he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
6 Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.

Posted by: Naomi of naomisnotions

Go therefore...

2008-04-16T16:36:00.001-07:00

"Go therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit." Matt. 28:19.

Sometimes we think that just because we don't work directly in what the world perceives as "The Mission Fields", that we are not missionaries. I really believe that couldn't be farther from the truth.

This blog is a Mission Field. Our testimonies, our praises for our Lord, our dedication to His Word can all be read by someone in need of God. People can read our blog from anywhere in the WORLD. We are truly missionaries if we lift Him up and share His love with others.

I thank God for this opportunity to tell the world that Jesus Saves! As an old Jesus Freak, I said that all the time, but it means so much more now knowing that the Good News of that salvation reaches to the farthest corners.

God Bless you all,

Penny

Miss Pootsie's Primitives

How To Plant Your Garden

2008-04-10T05:03:00.000-07:00

First, you come to the garden alone,
while the dew is still on the roses....

FOR THE GARDEN OF YOUR DAILY LIVING,

PLANT THREE ROWS OF PEAS :
1. Peace of mind
2. Peace of heart
3. Peace of soul

PLANT FOUR ROWS OF SQUASH:
1. Squash gossip
2. Squash indifference
3. Squash grumbling
4. Squash selfishness

PLANT FOUR ROWS OF LETTUCE:
1. Lettuce be faithful
2. Lettuce be kind
3. Lettuce be patient
4. Lettuce really love one another

NO GARDEN IS WITHOUT TURNIPS:
1. Turnip for meetings
2. Turnip for service
3. Turnip to help one another

TO CONCLUDE OUR GARDEN WE MUST HAVE THYME:
1. Thyme for each other
2. Thyme for family
3. Thyme for friends

WATER FREELY WITH PATIENCE AND CULTIVATE WITH LOVE. THERE IS MUCH FRUIT IN YOUR GARDEN BECAUSE YOU REAP WHAT YOU SOW.

Thanks Janie

Love ya'll,
Vic
2 Much Farm Primitives

WE HAVE A WINNER!!!!

2008-04-09T06:15:00.000-07:00

Randi drew the name this morning! It's "lindanuts". I do wish I knew your real name, but YOU ARE THE WINNER!

Please email me at misspootsies@hotmail.com and send me your NAME, and your MAILING ADDRESS. I'll get Belle right out to you. Here's what 'lindanuts' said about why she wanted to win my dollie.

lindanuts said...
I must say that she is absolutely adorable. I have been so lonely since my daughter's family moved out to Colorado. I miss the grandkids so much. Maybe this precious little darling could warm my heart..... and I know of a real cute chick named belle and she would remind me of her....and she would have her own little rocker here....please enter me in the drawing.

I just think that your reasons are perfect and I hope that Belle brings you joy and company. God Bless you!

Thanks to all who entered. Please check back often. We will continue to have giveaways often on our group blog and you never know! You could be a WINNER.

Have a lovely Wednesday!

Penny
Miss Pootsie's Primitives

Extreme Primitive Doll Giveaway! AGAIN!

2008-04-02T20:00:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone!

What a wondrous Wednesday. It's late here, but God never sleeps, does He? We serve a Mighty & Awesome God!

I thought it might be fun to do another Giveaway. I'm offering an Extreme Primitive Doll named Belle. She's a little Patriotic cutie, with a Star Ornie and lots of embroidery! All you have to do to enter your name in the Give-A-Way is to leave me a comment here on this post. Just tell me how much you'd like for Belle to come live with you.

The Give-A-Way will end on midnight Tuesday, April 8th, so post your comment early! On Wednesday, April 9th I will post the winner on my blog and on this GTPF blog, so check back to see if you're a winner!

Best of luck and God Bless,

Penny

Miss Pootsie's Primitives

**********Important Info. About Blog Giveaways**************
From this point on, when we host a giveaway on this blog, we will need to disclude any international readers from entry. We simply cannot afford the shipping! It truly saddens us, but it is hard reality. We hope that this announcement does not EVER effect any international readers from reading, enjoying, and commenting on our blog! You are all important to us.

2008-04-01T15:43:00.000-07:00

BE THANKFUL

Be thankful that you don't already have everything you desire.
If you did, what would there be to look forward to?
Be thankful when you don't know something,
for it gives you the opportunity to learn.

Be thankful for the difficult times.
During those times you grow.
Be thankful for your limitations,
because they give you opportunities for improvement.
Be thankful for each new challenge,
because it will build your strength and character.

Be thankful for your mistakes.
They will teach you valuable lessons.
Be thankful when you're tired and weary,
because it means you've made a difference.

It's easy to be thankful for the good things.
A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who
are also thankful for the setbacks.
Gratitude can turn a negative into a positive.
Find a way to be thankful for your troubles,
and they can become your blessings.

~~Author Unknown

Dani
http://dani-eagleswings.blogspot.com/

We all need a Tree!

2008-03-27T08:20:00.000-07:00

I hired a plumber to help me restore an old farmhouse, and after he had just finished a rough first day on the job: a flat tire made him lose an hour of work, his electric drill quit and his ancient one ton truck refused to start.

While I drove him home, he sat in stony silence. On arriving, he invited me in to meet his family. As we walked toward the front door, he paused briefly at a small tree, touching the tips of the branches with both hands.

When opening the door he underwent an amazing transformation. His face was wreathed in smiles and he hugged his two small children and gave his wife a kiss.

Afterward he walked me to the car. We passed the tree and my curiosity got the better of me. I asked him about what I had seen him do earlier.

'Oh, that's my trouble tree,' he replied 'I know I can't help having troubles on the job, but one thing's for sure; those troubles don't belong in the house with my wife and the children. So I just hang them up on the tree every night when I come home and ask God to take care of them. Then in the morning I pick them up again.' 'Funny thing is,' he smiled,' when I come out in the morning to pick 'em up, there aren't nearly as many as I remember hanging up the night before'

Thanks Brenda

Love ya'll,
Vic
2 Much Farm Primitives

Thank you, Lord!

2008-03-23T12:21:00.000-07:00

Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that He loved us, and sent His Son to be the propitiation for our sins. -- I John 4:10

Do you know the true meaning of Easter? Do you know Christ as your Savior? If not would you like to know more? Click Here for More Information!

One Flaw In Women

2008-03-13T04:58:00.000-07:00

Women have strengths that amaze men.
They bear hardships and they carry burdens,
but they hold happiness, love and joy.

They smile when they want to scream.
They sing when they want to cry.
They cry when they are happy
and laugh when they are nervous.

They fight for what they believe in.
They stand up to injustice.
They don't take 'no' for an answer
when they believe there is a better solution.

They go without so their family can have.
They go to the doctor with a frightened friend.
They love unconditionally.

They cry when their children excel
and cheer when their friends get awards.
They are happy when they hear about
a birth or a wedding.
Their hearts break when a friend dies.
They grieve at the loss of a family member,
yet they are strong when they
think there is no strength left.
They know that a hug and a kiss
can heal a broken heart.

Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors.
They'll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail you
to show how much they care about you.
The heart of a woman is what
makes the world keep turning.

They bring joy, hope and love.
They have compassion and ideas.
They give moral support to their
family and friends.
Women have vital things to say
and everything to give.

HOWEVER, IF THERE IS ONE FLAW IN WOMEN, IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH.

Thanks June.

Love all you VALUABLE ladies,
Vic
2 Much Farm Primitives

ExTreMe PriMiTiVe BuNNieS GiVe-A-WaY WiNNeR!!

2008-03-12T05:47:00.000-07:00

KATY, THE WINNER!
Good Morning! It's Wednesday and it's absolutely BEAUTIFUL here in Kansas! It's supposed to get up in the mid-70s today...that's wonderful for March.
This morning I had my youngest grandaughter, Randi, draw a name out of a bowl.

THE WINNER'S NAME IS

Katy!!!!!

Congratulations Katy. I hope you love your little so-ugly-they-are-cute Bunnies!
Please email me Katy at misspootsies@hotmail.com and send me your full name, & mailing address.
This was a lot of fun. There were 8 actual participants, all of them winners! Only one can win the Bunnies though... Whooooo Hoooooo Katy!
Thanks & God Bless,

Penny
Remember: "For He shall give His angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways." Ps. 91:11

~ Sweet Prim Sisters ~

2008-03-08T06:53:00.000-08:00

I am so lucky to be a small part of these sisters shared sites! I am enchanted by their work and thoughtfullness to share love and devotion to their crafts with us as well as sharing their fabulous creations.

As busy as their lives are, making these primative creations are always at the top of their daily list. When I visit with them, they never fail to inspire me with their imaginations, devotions to God, and spirit of love.

I thank all of them for sharing a small part of their lives with me.

smiles, cyndi

I Think I Have a Problem................

2008-03-06T08:01:00.000-08:00

Hey ya'll. I've been told by family members that I've got a problem. I think I might have become addicted to making Rag Balls :) It's so therapeutic just sitting there rolling these things. And to make matters worse, everywhere I look, I can visualize people's shirts, dresses, sweaters and pj's for rag ball material!!!!!!!! Isn't that sick???? These things have actually been selling very well for me in my Ebay store. I've been scenting them with different prim scents like Mulling Spice, Cinnamon Bread and Apple Spice. Feedback has been good. The trouble is, I love 'em so much I kinda hate to list 'em.....I want to keep 'em for myself!! Selfish, huh? So anyway, I was just wondering if any of ya'll have had the same problem? And if there's any cure? Let me know if any of ya'll have addictions to your crafts. Is this a bad thing?

On a more serious note....hope all you ladies are doing good. We've had a bout of the flu go through the whole family....grandkids and all. Seems like we're "on the mend" now tho. Had bad storms go through here a couple of nights ago. No serious damage done, Praise God, just a lot of clean up.

Gotta go...........my rag balls are callin' my name :)

Love ya'll,
Vic
2 Much Farm Primitives

Extreme Bunnies Give-a-Way

2008-03-05T21:53:00.000-08:00

If you like Extreme Primitive, so-ugly-they-are-cute, Bunnies... You'll LOVE these guys. Their names are Helga, Sven, & Dot. Don't ask me why on earth I chose those names, I haven't a clue!

If you'd like a chance to WIN them, post a comment... just tell me you'd like to enter the Give-a-Way. I'll gather up all the names, write them on strips of paper, mix them up in a hat, and have my youngest grandaughter draw out a name!

Your comment/entry MUST BE POSTED by next Tuesday, March 11, 2008, 12 Midnight... that gives you a whole week. We will draw the winner's name and post it on Wednesday, March 12, 2008.

Now you'll have to check back in to see if you won. This is a great blog to visit so you're sure to enjoy it.

Blessings,

Penny

Miss Pootsie's Primitives

Free Bunny Pattern!

2008-03-05T04:52:00.000-08:00

Hi there! I have for you a FREE Bunny pattern, just for visiting our Blog! Just click on both the links below, and enjoy!

Be sure to click on both of the links below! :)

Free Bunny Instuctions

Free Bunny Pattern

I also have these bunnies for sale, ready to go on my website: http://www.naomisnotions.com/
Thanks for visiting, and God Bless!!!!

He Will Carry YOU, too!

2008-02-29T14:21:00.001-08:00

I thought all day as to what to post here. I wanted it to be meaningful, perhaps helping someone who may be down, hurting, or trying to find their way.

I just didn't realize that when I found it, it would minister to ME in such an overwhelming way! Hope it does the same for you! Before starting the video, please scroll down and turn off the music that is playing. You will find it towards the bottom on the right side!

Patti's Signs!

2008-02-28T05:26:00.000-08:00

I'm taking the liberty to post today for Patti, as she has been so overwhelmed lately with the illness of her Mom and still trying to take care of her family and business at the same time.

In looking over her items for sale on Ebay, This one just stood out to me today as I thought about Patti and prayed for her. Please pray that God will calm her storms and give her the perfect peace that passes all understanding as she keeps her heart and mind on Christ Jesus!

You can see all of Patti's beautiful signs on Ebay. But be careful ---- you can't buy just one!!!! I'm sure you will want to cover your walls with them all!

http://stores.ebay.com/Pattis-Primitive-Signs

Whimsical Grubby Bunnies are here!

2008-02-26T15:19:00.000-08:00

Fresh out of the carrot patch, come these two darling little grubby bunny sisters. I put the finishing touches on them last night and I was so pleased with them that I just had to share them today.

Let me tell you a little bit about them. Each sweet muslin bunny is 12 inches long. They have been aged and really look like they have playing in the carrot patch. Each has button eyes and a hand-embroidered face. I just love their polkadot dresses with contrasting bow & bloomers. Each little bunny sister has a hand-painted muslin carrot with whimsical greens that matches her bow!

If someone doesn't snatch them up before the weekend, I'll be listing them on eBay on Saturday.

Blessings,
Lea

Etsy Banners!

2008-02-19T10:13:00.000-08:00

Hi Everyone!
My children are home from school on vacation this week, so th house I tidied last week looks like a hurricaine just blew through, I'm out of snacks, and we are running out of field trips. And it's only Tuesday... LOL! But I wouldn't want it any other way. They are the joy of my life and all of the chaos and volume of play is well accompanied by a constant parade of hugs, kisses, and cuddles...

Of course, this is not the perfect environment for productivity, so although I have been busy with new designs, I haven't had much time for listing them!

I've made up a new selection of Etsy Banners with matching Avatars which will be available both in my new Etsy Shop and on my Website. They are all the Etsy regulation size and will be customized with your business name. The sets are $10.00.

Here are a couple of examples:

(Blue Vintage Roses)

(Barn Star)

(Retro Dots with Pink)

Hope you like them! Please check out my Etsy Shop. It'll be stocked real soon!!!

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5625531

Thank You.

Until next week... Love & Blessings to all our Glad Tidings Friends... *Linda*

Prayer Request

2008-02-14T04:52:00.000-08:00

Mornin' ya'll. As I sit here today and type away at this 'puter, my heart goes out to a special My Space friend who needs all our prayers so desperately. I'm asking all you prayer warriors to help me lift up Brenda aka "Barnspider". Bless her heart, she has gone through a series of trials lately and she's been in my constant prayers. In December, her daughter's boyfriend committed suicide. And on January 27 her daughter did as well. She was only 19. When I sit here, I almost feel guilty that my life is in the peaceful state it is right now. But I know now why God puts us through these things.....to help other people. When my daughter was dabbling in the same "things" that Brenda's daughter was, she took an overdose of pills, but thank God we got to her in time. But I remember the hurt and devestation I experienced back then. But to actually go through what Brenda's going through..........I just can't imagine right now.

So, I'm asking ya'll, please remember by friend in your prayers. She hasn't been on line lately, but I can certainly see why. If any of you are interested, I started a guest book on my My Space site for the prayers for Brenda. I thought that when she felt up to it, she would check it and see how many people God used to help carry her through this time. I'm not sure if you can sign it if you're not a member, but you can try if you feel led. You can reach this site by clicking on the My Space link on my blog.

I love each of you, and thank you for the prayers. And I know Brenda does too. We all have sooooooo much to be thankful for, even the trials, 'cause somewhere down the line we can help someone else. "This too shall pass".

Love all ya'll,
Vic
2 Much Farm Primitives

A Blessing for Today

2008-02-12T19:24:00.000-08:00

May your day be filled with joy,
Lea of Farmhouse*Blessings

Something New From Country Patches!

2008-02-08T13:45:00.001-08:00

I just love the way these primitive stitcheries turned out. I used some old, vintage dresser scarves, doilies, or quilt pieces and then stitched a saying on them in a child-like, primitive, easy back stitch. I always pictured a little girl sitting at her grandmother's knee learning to embroider this way. These stitcheries are available for sale in my ebay store, Country Patches.

I have other primitive stitcheries listed there for you to see. Don't miss your chance to get the one you want!

Why Women Cry

2008-02-07T04:43:00.000-08:00

A little boy asked his mother, 'Why are you crying?' 'Because I'm a woman,' she told him.

'I don't understand,' he said. His Mom just hugged him and said, 'And you never will.'

Later the little boy asked his father, 'Why does mother seem to cry for no reason?'

'All women cry for no reason,' was all his dad could say.

The little boy grew up and became a man, still wondering why women cry.

Finally he put in a call to God. When God got on the phone, he asked, 'God, why do women cry so easily?'

God said:

'When I made the woman she had to be special.

I made her shoulders strong enough to carry the weight of the world,

yet gentle enough to give comfort

I gave her an inner strength to endure childbirth and the rejection that many times comes from her children.

I gave her a hardness that allows her to keep going when everyone else gives up, and take care of her family through sickness and fatigue with out complaining.

I gave her the sensitivity to love her children under any and all circumstances, even when her child has hurt her very badly.

I gave her strength to carry her husband through his faults and fashioned her from his rib to protect his heart.

I gave her wisdom to know that a good husband never hurts his wife, but sometimes tests her strengths and her resolve to stand beside him unfalteringly.

And finally, I gave her a tear to shed. This is hers exclusively to use whenever it is needed.'

'You see my son,' said God, 'the beauty of a woman is not in the clothes she wears, the figure that she carries, or the way she combs her hair.

The beauty of a woman must be seen in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart - the place where love resides.'

~Author Unknown~

Had to share this with all you beautiful women on here!!

Love Ya'll,
Vic
2 Much Farm Primitives

Cherish someone today!

2008-02-06T11:32:00.000-08:00

I am so proud to be with a group of sisters like Glad Tidings, I could just listen to this music of ” Amazing Grace” all day long! It is just so… meaningful!

Our lives are meaningful even if we do not understand why we are here and what we are to do, but God guides us thru our path to show us the light. I need to ask him to let me spend more time on the things I love. I am so absorbed in my past mistakes. I wallow in them sometimes. Onward to the light, I shall go!

I thank thee Lord for watching my Mother through her past surgery and that she is healthy and wise. I have missed so many opportunities to learn from her. I traveled 1400 miles to be with her and I so cherish that I was able to. I stayed with her for over two weeks and asked her questions about her past and her parents also. Why did I not ask my grandmother? I barely knew her family and she had 9 brother and sisters. Today, my Mother keeps up with the family who is left and they are very old in age.

We should all cherish our families and our friends as when hard times come that is whom we rely on for daily spirituals, those who are the closest to us. I am reminded of a verse to remember that we are in God’s plan for us.

“ I am your creator. You were in my care even before you were born” Isaiah 44:2

much love, Cyndi

What a Lovely SNOWY Wednesday!

2008-02-06T09:04:00.000-08:00

Hello! I'm so happy to be able to post here today. I'm so grateful to God to be alive today, and to worship Him!

We're having a Winter Storm today here in Kansas. Lots of snow, cold, blowing snow. The sun is out now, it's BEAUTIFUL.

Wanted to share one of my latest creations with you all today. Above is a close up of one of the items. I have a set of two Shabby Pantry Boxes for Easter listed on eBay right now. I'm so happy with the way they turned out. You can see all my listings if you click on my Miss Pootsie's Banner at the bottom of our blog or, VIEW MY AUCTION HERE!

Also wanted to share this lovely little devotion I found this morning. I found it at http://www.rbc.org/odb/odb-02-03-08.shtml

February 3, 2008

It Looks Bad

READ: Psalm 12

I will set him in the safety for which he yearns. —Psalm 12:5

King David looked out at the world and was troubled. He didn’t need the Internet to paint a bleak picture of society or The New York Times to remind him of crime and suffering. Even without a cable news show to give him all the bad news, he saw the evil.

He looked around and saw that “the godly man ceases.” He noticed that “the faithful disappear.” In his world, everyone spoke “idly” to his neighbor “with flattering lips and a double heart” (Ps. 12:1-2).

This description may sound like the theme of a TV show, but it was life, circa 1,000 BC. While we may view society’s evils as much worse than anything before, David reminds us that evil is not a 21st-century innovation.

But David’s words also give us hope. Notice his reaction to the bad news he bore. In verse 1, he turned to God and cried, “Help!” Then he implored God with specific needs. The response he got was positive. God promised that because He rules righteously, He would provide protection and safety (vv.5-7).

When you are discouraged by all the bad news, cry out for God’s help. Then bask in the confidence of His assurance. Three thousand years after David, God is still, and always will be, in control. —Dave Branon

When through life’s darkened maze I go,
And troubles overwhelm my soul,
Oh, grant me, Lord, the faith to know,
That You are always in control.

—D. De Haan

We have nothing to fear, because God is in control.

That devotional spoke VOLUMES to me this morning. I hope God can speak to you through it too. We just have to TRUST GOD and have FAITH in HIM. How about if I pray for you and you pray for me? Send me a comment so I'll know who to pray for.

God Bless,

Penny

Miss Pootsie's Primitives

Come visit me at my blog: http://misspootsiesprimitives.blogspot.com/

2008-02-05T08:09:00.000-08:00

I just finished my first Folkart Template Design. It is simply called "Folkart Dots". It features a sweet vintage image of a little girl from an Ellen Clapsaddle postcard, and I made all of the graphics and backgrounds from scratch. If you'd like to view the entire template, please just click on the banner above.

I have offered the template or just the banner as a free give-a-way on the One World-One Heart give-a-way blog. If you'd like to enter for a chance to win, please click here to visit the post and leave a comment!
Linda*Pinda*Designs Free TemplateAs always, the template is just one item offered of this design.The banner is available as a Webpage/Blog Banner. There is a matching About Me Page, as well asAn Artisan Certificate:

An Ebay Store Logo:
A Square Web/Advertising Button:
And a Web/Exchange, Blog, or Etsy Banner:
(customized to the size you need!)

Thanks for peeking! I'll be working on some more designs, so check in at my Ebay Store or on my blog for the latest.

Until next week, may God bless you and gift you with knowing how much He loves you...

Hugs... *Linda*

Free Valentines

2008-02-04T10:14:00.000-08:00

Hi, its Dani, from Eagles Wings.....today is my day to post...this week seems to be free week so from now until the 14th, I am posting a vintage Valentine on my blog for anyone to use...I hope you will enjoy them as much as I have and sign up in all the other great blogs for the drawings...

Giveaway

2008-02-02T05:32:00.000-08:00

We are so pleased to be a part of this wonderful giveaway sponsored by One World One Heart. Please be sure to click on the link above to take you to all the wonderful participants in this even and enter any or even ALL of their drawings. You can

Click here for One World One Heart Giveaway Page!

To be eligible for this drawing, all you have to do is leave a comment to this post saying you want to be entered, and your name will be "put in the hat," so to speak!
You will be notified at the end if your name is drawn. No strings attached, no ads, no personal information to give --- just have fun!

Our give away is a beautiful framed primitive stitchery. It measures 11x14 and is framed in a primmy, dark, barnwood frame. The saying was stitched on an old vintage dresser scarf that was embroidered years ago. This would be a perfect addition to your country/primitive decor!

Be sure to enter today for a chance to win!

Primitive Angel Tags!

2008-02-01T07:18:00.000-08:00

I've always been fasinated and drawn to the idea of the old hang tags. I've even had them hanging on my Christmas Tree as ornaments. They remind me of "the olden days" when packages were wrapped in old brown paper, tied with a string, and the address was printed lovingly, in your best handwriting, on a manila tag.
Suitcases travelled with these tags on them, identifying the owner. Who would have throught that us primitive crafters would turn them into works of art????

Ever since I started making angels from old quilts and linens, I've included a tag to go with each one. Whether it be a Bible verse, a poem, or a short saying, it relayed a message to the recipient of the angel.

I've received so many requests for these tags to be sold separately. I've put just a little more work into them, "gussied them up" so to speak, and have started offering them for sale on ebay! You can see them in my ebay sales here:

Dirt Roads

2008-01-31T04:41:00.000-08:00

What's mainly wrong with society today is that too many Dirt Roads have been paved.
There's not a problem in America today, crime, drugs, education, divorce, delinquency that wouldn't be remedied, if we just had more Dirt Roads, because Dirt Roads give character.

People that live at the end of Dirt Roads learn early on that life is a bumpy ride.
That it can jar you right down to your teeth sometimes, but it's worth it, if at the end is home...a loving spouse, happy kids and a dog.

We wouldn't have near the trouble with our educational system if our kids got their exercise walking a Dirt Road with other kids, from whom they learn how to get along.
There was less crime in our streets before they were paved.

Criminals didn't walk two dusty miles to rob or rape, if they knew they'd be welcomed by 5 barking dogs and a double barrel shotgun.
And there were no drive by shootings.
Our values were better when our roads were worse!

People did not worship their cars more than their kids, and motorists were more courteous, they didn't tailgate by riding the bumper or the guy in front would choke you with dust & bust your windshield with rocks.
Dirt Roads taught patience.

Dirt Roads were environmentally friendly, you didn't hop in your car for a quart of milk you walked to the barn for your milk.
For your mail, you walked to the mail box.

What if it rained and the Dirt Road got washed out? That was the best part, then you stayed home and had some family time, roasted marshmallows and popped popcorn and pony rode on Daddy's shoulders and learned how to make prettier quilts than anybody.
At the end of Dirt Roads, you soon learned that bad words tasted like soap.

Most paved roads lead to trouble, Dirt Roads more likely lead to a fishing creek or a swimming hole.
At the end of a Dirt Road, the only time we even locked our car was in August, because if we didn't some neighbor would fill it with too much zucchini.

At the end of a Dirt Road, there was always extra springtime income, from when city dudes would get stuck, you'd have to hitch up a team and pull them out.
Usually you got a dollar...always you got a new friend...at the end of a Dirt Road!
~by Paul Harvey~

Love ya'll,
Vic
2 Much Farm Primitives

2008-01-29T21:21:00.000-08:00

Hi Everyone! I'm getting my weekly post in under the wire here! My whole family is experiencing the dreaded "bug" right now and to top it off, it's our little guy's 6th birthday today! So, between playing nursemaid, I've been trying to focus on his special day!

I really have been sooooooo bad with my listings lately. I've been so busy with home repairs and reorganizing as well as working on some custom orders, that I just haven't had the time to finish anything up. I guess I should look on the bright side and think of how far ahead I'll be next Christmas and St. Valentine's Day!!! LOL...

But, I have been working on a new line of blog/web toppers which I will also be incorporating into my auction template designs. The above banner is a sneek peek of one I just finished with a sewing theme.

These will all be available on my website: Linda*Pinda*Designs as well as in my Ebay Store: Linda*Pinda's*Ebay

I pray you all have a blessed week.

:~)

Hugs... Linda*

2008-01-28T08:32:00.000-08:00

I have completed several journals to go with my jars....journaling has been such a good thing for me....I hope everyone will consider it....a great way to relieve stress...God has really worked in my life through the experience.....writing down hard times, struggles have brought up in myself emotions I thought I had worked out years ago..I now realize I had just pushed them into a hidden place...trying to keep a "stiff upper lip"...my family is like that...keeping our emotions contained and as time goes by forgotten until something triggers and the floodgates open...
Getting all the emotions out is a good thing and spiritually cleansing....writing down our thoughts and experiences really, really helps.
Whether you purchase one of my jars or journals (or both!) or not, please consider
journaling....
You can find my journal jars and journals in the China Lake Shoppe.

God Is Already There!

2008-01-25T10:22:00.000-08:00

These are such troubling times for so many! Some of my dearest friends have husbands who have lost their jobs and can't find work Others have lost benefits, insurance, etc. Some have lost their homes. Sometimes, we want to question God and wonder if He even sees or if He is there. Believe me, God knows where you are and He is there with you, every steip of the way. He knows all about your tomorrows and will lead you through them, too.

This stitchery was done on an old vintage doily that had been hand embroidered. It also has a hand crocheted edging. Just wonderful! I stitched the saying in a child like, primitive style, stained the doily, and mounted it on a backing and framed it.

A perfect reminder for anyone who tends to worry about what tomorrow might hold for them.

These stitcheries are available in my Ebay Store. Please take a look!

What's in YOUR Pocket??

2008-01-24T05:02:00.000-08:00

Hey ya'll.

The Lord has really been working overtime for me so far this year. Praise God!! I've had some special orders in the Ebay store (thank you Lord) and my mind (or what's left of it) has been goin' and goin'. I've come up with some new little ideas for pockets. Take a look. These are in my "Door Greeters" section of my store.

And, oh yeah. Most important of all.....remember....

"Stand your ground, be strong and believe in the Lord. He will carry you when you can not walk."

Love and Hugs :)

Vic
2 Much Farm Primitives

Kimmie's Mystery Project!

2008-01-23T15:00:00.000-08:00

Kimmie hasn't been feeling too well lately, but has been working on her cross stitching. She sent me this picture of her latest project -- only half done.
Can anyone guess what the finished project is going to be? Oh, I don't mean just the image she is stitching, but what this little lady is going to grace herself on!!!!
Kimmie, be sure to show us the completed item! I just know it will be wonderful to see!!!!

Let me Introduce Myself!

2008-01-22T14:37:00.000-08:00

Let me introduce myself!
My name is Sue and I am a born again Christian! Serving GOD everyday is the joy of my life! With HIM I can face any trial or hardship.I share my love and passion for Christ with my darling hubby of 23 years.Since an accident at work my hubby has been home and is now unable to work. We enjoy biking and gardening together. I am enjoying more time with him and am glad to have him home with me!!!!
I thank GOD for giving me the talent to sew. Making dolls is truely a creative outlet for me.One year on vacation, I found a Raggedy doll pattern and my childhood love of raggedies came back to me. I have been making them ever since.As you can see in this old photo my love of Raggedys goes back to the age of 3.My little sissie in this pic is now my computer helper!!!As my Ebay name implies the dolls will mostly be raggedy annies-why bother with anything else if you can make a raggedy!!! LOL !!! But I also do make some snowmen and bowl fillers from time to time.I love working at home so I can still take care of the little ones when I need to and also help my Mom.The kids are my real dolls!!!

Ebay has been a blessing,I can make dolls year round to sell. I want to thank all of you who have adopted my raggedy babies!!!!My other dear sissie also sells on Ebay under the name of trinityridgebecky; check out her wonderful handmade items.I belong to a wonderful group of ladies on ebay,Glad Tidings Primitives and Folkart.

My prayer is that in all I do,I will glorify my Lord and Saviour JESUS CHRIST.John 3:3 Jesus declared," I tell you the truth,no one can see the kingdom of God unless he is born again" Raggedy hugs and wishes for all of you to have a happy,healthy Year!!!!!!! Raggedy hugs!!!!!!!

Please visit my auctions at:

2008-01-15T17:54:00.000-08:00

It's been a busy week of revamping sites, filling orders and trying to keep up with all of our New Year's Resolutions of de-cluttering our home! I haven't had much of a chance to list any new items, but I have been shopping... LOL! Lately, I haven't been too inspired to come up with any new prims on my own, so it's been my mission to help out as many of my prim sisters as possible by purchasing their patterns!!! There are just so many talented gals out there it's unbelievable. Now, I just need to find some time to sit down and get to work!!!

In the meantime, all of my Linda*Pinda*Designs primitive graphics are available by visiting my Ebay Store or my Website which are both linked on this blog. Not only do I have auction templates and web banners, but lots of other goodies, such as the prim artisan certificate shown above.

Until next week, I pray that all of our "Glad Tidings" friends are happy and healthy and basking in the love of the Lord...

Prim Blessings... *Linda*

2008-01-14T08:39:00.000-08:00

God heals the brokenhearted and sets prisoners free.....if you are sad today, and broken hearted, consider this.....

JESUS IS: Lord God Almighty, Omnipotent King, Lion of Judah, Rock of Ages, Prince of Peace, King of Kings, Lord of Lords, Provider, Protector, Paternal Leader, Ruling Lord and Reigning King of all the universe.

He is the First and Last, the Beginning and the End. He is the keeper of Creation and the Creator of all He keeps.

The Architect of the universe and the Manager of all times. He always was, is, and will be: Unmoved, Unchanged, Undefeated, and never Undone.

He was bruised and brought healing. He was pierced and eased pain. He was persecuted and brought freedom.
He was dead and brought life. He is risen and brings power.
He reigns and brings Peace. The world can't understand Him, the armies can't defeat Him, the schools can't explain Him, and the leaders can't ignore Him.

Herod couldn't kill Him, the Pharisees couldn't confuse Him, the people couldn't hold Him!
Nero couldn't crush Him. Hitler couldn't silence Him, the New Age can't replace Him and Ted Turner can't explain Him away!
He is light, love, longevity, and Lord. He is goodness, kindness, gentleness, and God. He is Holy, Righteous, mighty, powerful, and pure.
His ways are right, His Word is eternal, His will is unchanging, and His mind is on me!

His is my redeemer, He is my Savior, He is my guide, He is my peace, He is my Joy, He is my comfort, He is my Lord and He rules my life.
I serve Him because His bond is love, His burden is light, and His goal for me is abundant life.

I follow Him because He is the wisdom of the wise, the power of the powerful, the ancient of days, the ruler of rulers, the leader of leaders, the overseer of the over-comers, and the sovereign Lord of all that was, is and is to come.

And if that seems impressive to you, try this for size. His goal is a relationship with ME! He will never leave me, forsake me, mislead me, forget me, overlook me, and never cancel my appointment in His appointment book!
When I fall, He lifts me up. When I fail, He forgives me.
When I am weak, He is strong.
When I am lost, He is The Way.
When I am afraid, He is my courage.
When I stumble, He steadies me.
When I am hurt, He heals me.
When I am broken, He mends me.
When I am blind, He leads me.
When I am hungry, He feeds me.
When I face trials, He is with me.
When I face persecution, He stills me.
When I face problems, He comforts me.
When I face loss, He provides for me.
When I face Death, He carries me Home!

He is everything for everybody, everywhere, every time, and in every way. He is God, He is faithful, I am His, and He is mine. My Father in Heaven can whip the father of this world, and so, if you're wondering why I feel so secure, understand this: He said it, and that settles it. God is in control, I am on His side, and that means all is well with my soul.

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Pieces of The Heart

2008-01-12T17:45:00.000-08:00

When I saw the pattern posted below, I just couldn't help but think of how many broken, hurting hearts are out there tonight! We ask God why we have to suffer and walk through these hard times, and in the present, we see nothing beneficial to what we are going through. I just want you to know, my friend, that the Lord will heal your broken heart . . . . in time. . . .and if you let Him, He will use it for His glory. If you are hurting tonight, I wrote this for you:

Pieces of The Heart

It isn't the fancy, pretty heart
God uses --
It's not the one kept tucked away,
Protected from the hurts
And dirt and bruises of the world.
How can a person give away
A piece of a heart
That is still whole?
How can they know how to mend
And stitch the patches
If they themselves
Know not the pain
Of being ripped apart?
Somehow, somewhere,
Deep within the broken, mended heart,
God keeps a little drawer
Full of extra patches, threads, and needles,
And they know,
As no unbroken heart can know,
How to give the pieces of their heart
And patch and stitch and mend
The heart of a broken friend.
--Cora Eelman

Free Pattern from Country Patches!

2008-01-11T12:15:00.000-08:00

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, but there is still time for you to complete this stitchery for that special someone in your life.

This would look wonderful stitched as redwork, all with red floss! Or, choose your own custom colors.

Click on the picture, a printable copy will come up on your screen, and then you can adjust the size to suit whatever it is you would like to make. Personally, I think it looks great in an 8x10 or 11x14 size! Have fun!

A Prayer for Ya'll

2008-01-10T04:46:00.000-08:00

A friend emailed me this prayer. Thought I would pass it along to ya'll :)

Dear Lord, I thank You for this day, I thank You for my being able to see and to hear this morning. I'm blessed because You are a forgiving God and an understanding God. You have done so much for me and You keep on blessing me. Forgive me this day for everything I have done, said or thought that was not pleasing to you.
I ask now for Your forgiveness. Please keep me safe from all danger and harm. Help me to start this Day with a new attitude and plenty of gratitude. Let me make the best of each and every day to clear my mind so that I can hear from You. Please broaden my mind that I can accept all things. Let me not whine and whimper over things I have no control over.

And give the best response when I'm pushed beyond my limits.
I know that when I can't pray, You listen to my heart. Continue to use me to do Your will. Continue to bless me that I may be a blessing to others. Keep me strong that I may help the weak... Keep me uplifted that I may have words of encouragement for others. I pray for those that are lost and can't find their way. I pray for those that are misjudged and misunderstood. I pray for those who don't know You intimately. I pray for those that will delete this without sharing it with others I pray for those that don't believe.

But I thank you that I believe that God changes people and God changes things. I pray for all my sisters and brothers. For each and every family member in their households. I pray for peace, love and joy in their homes that they are out of debt and all their needs are met. I pray that every eye that reads this knows there is no problem, circumstance, or situation greater than God. Every battle is in Your hands for You to fight.
I pray that these words be received into the hearts of every eye that sees it in Jesus name.

Amen!

Memory Jars by Dani

2008-01-08T11:06:00.001-08:00

For the new year, I am resolved to begin journaling again. To inspire me, I am using a wonderful "Remember When ..." memory jar from our very own Dani at her China Lake Shop. Inside this yummy smelling jar are 100 questions to inspire my writings. I am SO excited about beginning. I also plan to ask my mom and mil these questions and record their answers. What a wonderful gift to my children to have my memories and those of their grandmothers written down and preserved for always! Thanks, Dani! I love it!

Dani has lots of other wonderful jars as well~ some prim & some vintage. You can check out her shop by just clicking on the photo of my memory jar.

Blessings,
Lea

New Year's Advice from an Old Lady!

2008-01-05T06:42:00.000-08:00

I guess I'm the old lady in the group, made all the mistakes that could be made, walked all the wrong pathways, and broke all the rules and paid dearly for it. I've learned a lot the hard way, flunked out of the school of hard knocks. But some things I have learned, become wise to, and want to pass on some wisdom for the new year. I don't take credit for this list, but I sure wish I had followed it in my early years! Boy did I waste a lot of time, energy, and emotions back then. . . . .

1. Take a 10-30 minute walk every day, smiling while you walk. It is the ultimate anti-depressant.

2. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each day. Buy a lock if you have to!

3.. Feed the birds! They always say thank you and love what you have to give!

4. When you wake up in the morning, complete the following statement: My purpose is to___________ today.

5. Live with the 3 E's: Energy, Enthusiasm, Empathy.

6. Watch more movies, play more games, and read more books.

7. Make time to pray. You won't FIND time. It will make all the difference in your daily life!

8. Spend more time with people over the age of 70 and under the age of 6.

9. Dream more while you are awake.

10. Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants and eat less foods that are manufactured in plants.

11. Drink plenty of water and eat what's good for you. It's too hard to get rid of it when you are older!

12. Try to make at least 3 people smile each day.

13. Clear your clutter from your house, your car, your desk. If you don't use it, pass it on!

14. Don't waste your precious energy on gossip, issues of the past, negative thoughts, or things you cannot control. Instead, invest your energy in the positive present moment.

15. Realize that life is a school and you are here to learn. Problems are simply part of the curriculum that appear and fade away like algebra class, but the lessons you learn will last a lifetime.

16. Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a college kid with a maxed out charge card.

17. Smile and laugh more.

18. Life isn't fair, but it's still good.

19. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.

20. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.

21. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.

22. Make peace with your past so it won't mess up the present.

23. Don't compare your life to others'. You have no idea what their journey is all about.

24. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets, and wear the fancy lingerie. Don't save it for a special occasion. Today is special.

25. No one is in charge of your happiness except you.

26. Frame every so-called disaster with these words: "In five years will this matter?" "In five months will this matter?" "In five days will this matter?"

27. Forgive everyone everything.

28. What other people think of you is none of your business.

29. Time heals almost everything. Give time time.

30. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.

31. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends will. Stay in touch.

32. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful, or joyful.

33. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.

34. The best is yet to come.

35. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up, and show up.

36. Do the right thing.

37. Call your mother and father often.

38. Each night before you go to bed complete the following statements: I am thankful for __________. Today I accomplished____________.

39. Remember that you are too blessed to be stressed.

40. Enjoy the ride. Remember that life is not a trip to Disney World with a free pass!!

Safe With Angels!

2008-01-04T12:45:00.000-08:00

Whenever a New Year rolls around, we tend to look back, remember the past year, and years gone by, and wonder where all the time went. Sometimes, we have good memories, longing for days gone by. But other times, we feel the tears of loneliness or disappointment because we have lost someone dear to us, or things just didn't happen as we had hoped for. Isn't it wonderful to know that God has promised to walk with us through every year of our lives, no matter how good, bad, disappointing, or hurtful they may be. I like to think that God carefully catches each and every tear that falls from our eyes, stores them in a bottle, labels each bottle for that particular year, and keeps them safe on a shelf in Heaven. Psalm 56:8 “Thou tellest my wanderings: put thou my tears into thy bottle: are they not in thy book?”

I love making angels out of old, raggedy quilts. It makes me feel that I've created something new out of what was thought to be garbage -- something like what the Lord has done with ME! And this is a poem I wrote to go with them!

Safe with Angels

Sometimes It seems what used to be
Our fondest hopes and dreams
Disappear like falling stars,
Forever gone -- it seems.
But somehow God who knows what’s best
Finds all our falling stars,
And keeps them safe with angels dear
And stores our tears in jars.
And someday when the time is right
As only God can do,
He’ll give us back our dreams and stars,
His best for me and you.
--Cora Eelman

Warm And Fuzzy Wishes For A Happy New Year!

2008-01-02T13:00:00.000-08:00

Hello Friends...I am Kimmie of Whispering*Prims. I am not currently offering any handmades at this time. I took some time off and now I am in the process of stitching some Wonderful New Handmades to List soon! Big Smiles!

The New Year brings many new adventures for me. I am hoping to create many new items and actually going to "step out of the box" and try a few new things. Wink...Wink!

Please enjoy the slideshow of my past works I have put together for you to enjoy.

Hugs,
Kimmie

Happy New Year!

2008-01-01T16:24:00.000-08:00

Lea: I just LOVE your pinkeeps!

I'm giving everyone a sneek peek of a template I'll be listing tomorrow! I worked on a few designs while my little ones were home on Christmas break, but haven't had too much extra time to finish everything up!

I hope you'll stop by in the next couple of days to check out some of my new listings...

Here's my latest St. Valentine's Day template design:

May everyone's New Year be filled with overflowing blessings and a closer walk with our Lord.

Hugs... *Linda*

Happy New Year from Farmhouse*Blessings!

2008-01-01T15:27:00.000-08:00

The holidays are past and the new year holds such promise! I have so many ideas for dolls & stitcheries that I want to create. Here are some early style dolls & spring time pinkeeps that I have just completed:

These items are currently available on my eBay ~ Farmhouse*Blessings ~ along with other craft items to help you begin those New Year's projects! Just click my Colonial Valentine Doll below to view my auctions. And don't forget to search GTPF for other fine primitive & folk art creations as well!

Best wishes for health & happiness in the coming year!
Blessings, Lea

2007-12-31T10:55:00.000-08:00

Happy 2008!

Monday is my day to post and it so happens this year, I am privileged to welcome the new year....

Happy New Year
I wish you a Happy New Year
filled with peace, love and light
and keeping God always near

I wish you a Happy New Year
filled with laughter, smiles,
happiness, and cheer

I wish you a Happy New Year
online friends and family
You all have been dear

I wish you a Happy New Year
2008 is on it's way
and 2007 is soon to disappear

I wish you a Happy New Year
Good luck with your new goals
I pray you persevere

Dani

A Little About Me

2007-12-27T05:22:00.000-08:00

For those of you who don't know a whole lot about me, I felt like I should share a little about myself. For some reason, it's laid on my heart that it might help somebody else. So here goes. I was married for 17 years to a very abusive alcoholic. Stayed in there thinking that divorce was a sin and should try to make it work for the sake of the kids. But now I know I was hurting them by exposing them to the life we were living. You see, I honestly believe that when you marry someone outside of God's will, he doesn't have to bless it. But out of everything bad, God brings good. And my 2 kids (now not "kids" at all, but will always be my kids) were all the good I ever needed. Three years later I married the most wonderful man in the world-God sent- no doubt about it. My very best friend in the whole world, and truly my soul mate. We've been married for almost 17 years. Now, Satan has tried to attack my family with everything. And I do mean everything. Drugs, alcohol, gambling addiction, divorce, prescription drug abuse, abusive Pastors and churches, "friends" who lied and slandered our name and did unrepairable damage, you name it. But you know, how true it is that if God brings you to it, He'll bring you through it. My testimony is: I'M STILL STANDING!!!!

I have 4 beautiful grandkids. And right now we're down to only 2 dogs-Tip the Jack Russell and Sydney the Heeler. Our other dogs have since gone on before us. And yes, I believe there will be animals in heaven-how else will Jesus come back on a white horse? Our horses left about 2 years ago, after our priorities changed and the grandkids came along. Of course the fact that we weren't getting any younger played a big part too. We still have, and it'll always be "2 Much Farm". The name came when we started out with two acres (which were heavily wooded and we cleared most of it by hand), two horses and we were always saying, "this is just tooo much!!" I really think this is just a preview of what heaven will be like. It might not seem like much to others, but I really do love our little farm.

My husband is a drummer and I'm a keyboard player for a band, "Street Corner Crusade". We don't really call us a "Christian Band", but a band who's members are "Christians". We don't consider our music to be Christian nor secular, but music that brings a good message. A message of love, which is what Jesus said is the most important gift of all. And we feel led to share this message with others. Although we haven't played a gig since the Sonlight Festival in July, the ministry has taken different spin. Jackie is playing with the Ambush Band, and the outreach has taken us in another direction. We don't understand why, and we questioned it in the beginning, but everytime we're "out in the world" and we share what God has laid on our hearts with others, we know that this is where God intended for us to be.....at this time. We also DJ together.

Let's see-what else? Oh yeah, I love candles, my home, country primitive decorating, flowers and plants, chinese food and pizza (not when eaten together!), all styles of music from bluegrass to blues to soul to southern rock. I love my Momma-she's a great lady-my wonderful Aunt Evelyn who practically raised me (thanks Evelyn), my 2 brothers and my sister, all my neices and nephews. And of course my husband, my kids and grandkids,and my 2 dogs. I still love my horses-wherever they might be. I love REAL people, like Joyce Meyer and Darlene Bishop who don't claim to be perfect and will admit they have weaknesses and make mistakes just like me while we're here on earth "just passing through" to a better place. But while I'm here, the Lord has truly blessed me with a wonderful life and a wonderful family to share it with. Even though it seems like I complain all the time, I really do have so much to be thanking Him for. So, Jesus, if you're reading this-THANKS SO MUCH. I'm really not worthy. Sometimes I'm very out spoken and brutally honest. Some say it's a blessing. Some say it's a curse. I truly never mean to hurt anybody's feelings or make anybody mad. But I would rather somebody be that way to me than to lie to me.

Well, that's it in a nutshell. You wouldn't have the time to read the WHOLE story. After all, it's been 53 years in the making. Bottom line: I love Jesus and give Him all the glory for the accomplishments and failures (because I've learned and grown sooooooo much) in my life.

If some of this hits home to you and you're not quite sure what to do. Do what I did. Let Jesus handle it. Trust me. He can do a WHOLE lot better job. If you're reading this and don't know Him. Ask HIM to be your friend. He's the best you'll ever have.

Thanks to all my friends here at GTPF. And, oh yeah, thanks Baby, for being there for us these past 17 years.

True Christmas Love

2007-12-25T10:14:00.000-08:00

This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. 1 John 4:10

May you discover the true beauty of the season and have the merriest Christmas ever!

Blessings,
Lea

New Years Eve

2007-12-24T08:02:00.000-08:00

In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) And everyone went to his own town to register.

So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.
Luke 2:1-7

Isaiah 9:6
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

Wishing you and yours a wonderful peaceful Christmas, with love,

Dani

My First Love!

2007-12-21T16:19:00.001-08:00

When I was little, I can remember asking my Mother and Grandmother to teach me how to embroider. They took an old raggedy dresser scarf that was stained and torn, wrote my name on it in simple letters, and gave me a threaded needle and showed me how to make a simple back stitch. I finished my name, and I thought I was just the greatest because I now knew how to embroider!

I wish I still had that little scrap I completed that day. I would frame it and give it a special place in my home -- only because of the special memories it gave me to hold on to forever and always.

I guess that is why I just love the simple stitcheries with sayings on them. I can just envision children living during the turn of the century times learning to make their stitches even and perfect on all kinds of old linens -- dish cloths, doilies, dresser scarves, etc. Over the past few years, I have stitched literally hundreds of these myself. I think I became obsessed with them! And most are done on dresser scarves, doilies, etc., that already have some type of vintage embroidery already done on them.

The Lord told the parents of the Isrealite homes to be sure that they taught their children the ways and words of God. They were to "Write it upon their hearts" and "Write it upon their walls" so they would not be forgotten. (Deut. 6:9) Well, I have taken Scripture verses, hymns, little poems and rhymes and have made these stitcheries so He would never be forgotten.

In the next few weeks, I plan on listing many of these stitcheries on Ebay. I really hate to part with any of them. They became a part of me as I was stitching them!

Merry Christmas Ya'll

2007-12-20T07:35:00.000-08:00

I'm so excited about my very first post here at GTPF.....and have no idea what to post!! I'm very thankful for friends in this group that make me feel so loved and welcomed....and have helped me tremendously through inspiration and guidance and teaching me how to blog!! As I was sitting here wondering and praying what to post today, a dear friend of mine sent me a email and I thought, "Thank you God. This is exactly what I want to say". So, I'm passing this along to each of you. Thanks Brenda Jackson....hope you won't mind if I stole this :)

CORINTHIANS 13
CHRISTMAS VERSION
(paraphrased)

If I decorate my house perfectly with plaid bows,
Strands of twinkling lights and shiny balls,
But do not show love to my family, I'm just another decorator.

If I slave away in the kitchen, baking dozens of Christmas cookies,
Preparing gourmet meals
And arranging a beautifully adorned table at mealtime,
But do not show love to my family, I'm just another cook.

If I work at the soup kitchen, carol in the nursing home
And give all that I have to charity,
But do not show love to my family, It profits me nothing.

If I trim the spruce with shimmering angels and crocheted snowflakes,
Attend a myriad of holiday parties and sing in the choir's cantata,
But do not focus on Christ, I have missed the point.

Love stops the cooking to hug the child.

Love sets aside the decorating to kiss the husband.

Love is kind, though harried and tired.

Love doesn't envy another's home that has coordinated
Christmas china and table linens.

Love doesn't yell at the kids to get out of the way,
But is thankful they are there to be in the way.

Love doesn't give only to those who are able to give in return,
But rejoices in giving to those who can't.

Love bears all things, believes all things,
Hopes all things, endures all things.

Love never fails.

Video games will break, pearl necklaces will be lost,
Golf clubs will rust ... But giving the gift of love will endure.
You can give without loving, but you cannot love without giving.

Merry Christmas from our home to yours!

Christmas Tree Love to all!

2007-12-19T07:40:00.001-08:00

What a beautiful BLESSING to us!

2007-12-19T07:09:00.000-08:00

Many thanks Linda for your kind words! I am so fortunate to have found this beautiful inspiring group of friends to be in my life.

You give a new meaning to "BELIEVE" as I always say I "DO BELIEVE" to anyone who asks me and I always offer it but, this saying today is in a whole new light for me.

DO I really believe in myself? That is a whole new question and thanks for opening my eyes to it. I wonder! I wander, I do!, in my thoughts and dreams of more and different. I need to settle in to who I am and be happy with me. The saying" Bloom where you are planted" , I really do need to believe in that saying as well.

Thanks for all the many smiles, you give to me, this whole group, here as well as our other blogs, sites, ebay groups, everywhere we meet. Even in our thoughts of each other is a smile and thanks for all you have given to me in this short time we have known each other.

I am truely Blessed to have my friends and family that do care about me and I should care about myself. I have received so many Christmas cards from friends that I only hear from once yearly and I do not keep in constant contact with. I guess many of us do in the December Holiday Season. I am blessed to have them all in my life and even remember my name. I shall make an effort from now on for many more communications of friendship and love shared among all.

I do love my Prim Sisters! That makes me feel so special! Bless all of you!

Smiles, Cyndi :-)

2007-12-18T17:01:00.000-08:00

This banner is just a sneek preview of what I am working on to list in the New Year. At the moment, I am taking a little respit to prepare for the coming Holidays. I have a few new designs for auction templates which will be released right after the 1st of January, and I am working on some website designs as well. In the meantime, my "old faithfuls" are still available through my Ebay Store as are all of my graphics, banners, certificates, and stitchery patterns.

"Thank You" to everyone who supported me in this new path this year. If anyone would have ever told me a year and a half ago that I'd be doing this kind of work full time, I wouldn't have believed it! "Our God Is An Awesome God"!!! He can use our skills in ways we've never dreamed if we just hand it all over to Him.

If there's anyone out there reading this wondering if they will ever "find themselves".... Believe. Believe.

Each one of us is His precious child and He will lead us if we put it all in His hands. Funny, you know? His hands are strong enough to hold it all, but gentle enough to let all the bad stuff slip through, until all that's left is the beautiful person He created us to be...

Love & Peace... *Linda*

Introducing My Farmhouse Blessings Etsy Shop

2007-12-17T20:27:00.000-08:00

I am so pleased to announce the opening of my Farmhouse Blessings shop at Etsy!

At Etsy, I'll also be selling my early style stitcheries and my handcrafted primitive dolls like this sweet little Annie.

Just click on her picture to read more about her and see my other handcrafted items at etsy.

Blessings & Peace,
Lea

One In The Spirit!

2007-12-17T07:50:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas! I am Dani, and live in inland Southern California with my husband of 34 years and our two sons, who are 16 and 19. We also have two adorable cats...
I am so blest to be a part of the Glad Tidings group....good fellowship, prayer, and fun. Even though we live in all parts of the US, different ages and places in life, we are one in the Spirit. God has brought us together and this is His work.
We blog on our own also, so please check out the different blogs, mine is Eagles Wings named after one of my favorite scriptures...

Isaiah 40:31 - But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run and not be weary; and they shall walk and not faint. (KJV)

I love to do all sorts of crafting, learned from my mother and grandmother how to do embroidery and cross stitching...my paternal grandmother was an avid crafter with castoffs way before it was fashionable. She also searched thrift shops and garage sales for treasures back in the 50s and 60s..I guess I am a lot like her in many ways.
I posted one of my journal or memory jars as they are newest creations...please check my store for more details....I kinda like to think of these as memory preserves!
There is a link at the bottom of the page for the China Lake Shoppe...that's me!

God is soooo Good!

2007-12-14T10:57:00.000-08:00

Clicking on this picture will take you to my ebay store!

First, I want to thank everyone in our group who has helped so much in putting together this great, cozy place in this huge thing called cyberspace! You have all become such wonderful friends to me, and I thank the Lord every day for you, your talents, your love, and your prayers! I love you all!!

I've been working in crafts since the 70's, starting with hydrocal painting and ceramics. I loved giving classes, learning new techniques, and gracing my home with the finished product. I've dabbled in china painting, dolls, etc., but my true love has been the primitive and victorian type of crafts. When I moved to Virginia and lived in an old farmhouse on 240 acres, somehow I felt drawn to everything old! I just couldn't bear to throw anything away, no matter how worn and torn it was. I loved making memory arrangements in everything from sifters, colenders, and cigar boxes, to collages using old photos, laces, quilts and dried flowers.

After moving back to Florida, I began a wholesale business which lasted for a few years until I just burned out. Making the same thing over and over and over was hard for me, as I would have rather been creating new and different things.

Now, my time is taken up making angels, creating stitcheries in the old childish fashion on old, embroidered linens and doilies, and finding ways to make use of old quilts and quilt tops.

I love to write, and deepest parts of my soul are best stated in my poetry and my writings. I've tried to find creative ways to share these poems, etc., and enjoy making collages that incorporate them into the finished product. My goal with these is to encourage others as Christ has encouraged me and to take someone by the hand and lead them, even for just a few steps, through the desert periods of their lives.

Thank you so much for taking the time to let me share with you a little of myself, my creations, and my Lord Jesus Christ!

A new adventure... by Andra's Whimsy Prims

2007-12-13T05:53:00.000-08:00

WOW! I can't express to you how excited I am to be starting this adventure with all my wonderful GTPF sisters!! I don't even know where to begin! This is the most amazing group of women... they are all so devoted, to God, to their families, and to each other! Being the "baby" of the group I am always learning something new... and at the same time I feel blessed that God has used me to help them out aswell... who knew?? lol!

My name is Andra.... and i'm a WAHM of 2 busy little boys.... and a devoted wife to my best friend of 10 years..... that doesn't seem like alot except that i'm only 25 lol! We have been married for 4 1/2 years. After much struggle i can honestly say right now our life is blessed..... far from perfect.... but blessed.
I have been making and selling primitives for 5 years... selling locally for 5, on ebay for 4, and on my own site for 9 months.

Here are a few of my favorite creations... and don't forget to check out what i have on ebay right now! From now untill 2008 all combined shipping is $4.60... some of the listings have multiple sets available.

http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQfgtpZ1QQfrppZ25QQsassZandrasQ2awhimsyQ2aprims

God Bless You from Miss Pootsie's Primitives

2007-12-12T10:31:00.001-08:00

Hello! My name is Penny King of Miss Pootsie's Primitives & Finely Embellished Goods. Glad to meet you.

A little about me? I'm 54 years old & the Mom to three wonderful daughters, and a SIL. I also have the most beautiful granddaughters in the world!!! Jordan is 11, Randi is 8.

I am a born again, Bible believing, forgiven Christian! Jesus Christ is a part of my everyday life. I believe that He is always with me, just as the Bible tells us.

I love many different types of art and crafting. I make dolls, some art dolls, some paperclay sculpted, some Raggedies. I love to paint, watercolor being my favorite medium, but I mostly paint with acrylics on stretched canvas's now.

Glad Tidings Primitives & Folkart is my home-away-from-home. It's my Bible study, my worship service, my prayer meeting, and my favorite place on the internet! The sisters I have grown to know and love there are talented artisans. I have learned so much from all of them. I thank God for their fellowship & friendship.

The following scripture is one of my favorites. It always speaks to me in EXACTLY the way I need to hear it!

Jer 29:11 (NIV) "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

Thanks for our visit. Come back soon.

MERRY CHRISTMAS

Penny

Here are a couple of my recent creations. Clicking on the first picture will take you to my ebay auctions:

frstyfrolk's ByLightOfMoon

2007-12-12T10:31:00.000-08:00

I love this photo I came across and I know it was meant to be shared. It reminds me of what my Grandmother's Christmas wardrobe might have appeared like. I find myself enchanted with those simpler times well, it seems simpler to me in my hectic life thoughts today but, I am sure I can NOT imagine how hard her life was then really. Getting up to get the chicken eggs and have a hot breakfast, getting the stove going for hot cocoa as she called it (hot chocolate to me) ??

I yearn to re-visit many of her days in my altered art mixed media Primative Style. When I can relax and get involved in my art, it journeys me to a place I desire to stay. I am collecting all kinds of abandoned items to recycle them for another use.
I have old windows, screens, boards, cans, bottles, fibers like yarns, ribbons, fabrics and vintage laces, crochet, etc. I could go on and on.

I shall share them with you as I embellish what is in my head. When I see it, so will you. Smiles,

My first sale was Four Halloween Pumpkins this FALL 2007 to Canada.

and I have to list my altered art wall cone? tussy mussie?

I am working on a new banner for my Blogger site! I am honored to be in Glad Tidings Groups and I BELIEVE!
smiles, cyndi

OH Lord, Thou didst create the earth for man, and gave him the fruits of the earth and of the flocks and herds for his support, and hast said that food is to be santified by prayer. Santify this food to us, and us to Thy service for Jesus' sake. Amen"

2007-12-11T16:08:00.000-08:00

Hi Everyone!
I'm Linda of Linda*Pinda*Designs.

The most important things in the world to me are Faith, Family, & Friends and being a part of this wonderful group of women helps me to center on those priorities and to grow on my journey everyday.

I just love primitives and folkart and have dabbled in creative arts all of my life thanks to my wonderful mom. God led me down a new path this past year and the bulk of my primitive business has been designing graphics and auction templates. This has been challenging and rewarding. Of all the wonderful things that have happened through my work, my prim sisters have been the greatest blessing!

When I'm not designing or primming, I'm busy keeping the homefires burning here in Southern New England. I have a wonderful husband, 6 precious children, and 1 cuter than cute miniature schnauzer, Merry!

Besides primitives, I love to write, take pictures, garden, cook, and share "the good news"!

Please feel free to visit my website: lindapindadesigns.com to learn more about me and see some of my offerings.

Prim Blessings... *Linda*

Meet Lea of Farmhouse*Blessings

2007-12-11T13:22:00.000-08:00

To read more About Me and view my current auctions, just click on my photo.

I remember loving to use my hands to make things since I was a young girl. Just give me any little scrap of fabric, a needle & thread and I was one happy girl! I haven't changed much. I'm still passionate about creating things to make my home a pleasant place to be. I truly enjoy sharing my work with others as well.

I must say that I am a bit partial to early style stitcheries & primitives dolls. Here is a sampling of my work ~

I am so thankful & blessed to be part of such a lovely group of talented Christian artists. Take a peek at their work. You won't be disappointed!

Moving Forward!

2007-12-11T10:00:00.000-08:00

During the past few months since starting our new group, we have all been working hard on our creations, getting to know each other better, and setting up our own individual blogs, websites, etc. We would love to share with you who we are, what we do, what we like --- but most of all, we want you to know the Christ we so much love and worship. Each day from now on, each one of us will take turns posting something about ourselves, what we are working on, and where you can find out more.
Glad Tidings Primitives and Folkart is an exciting group of gals who love God first, Family second. . . .and the work of their hands are proof of it all!
Thank you for being patient as we organized and planned this all out. We have surprises planned for you, so please check back often!

Opening Day!

2007-09-24T18:16:00.001-07:00

Today is a great day for our group of friends. We enter into the new venture of blogging! We look forward to building a closer relationship with all of our online friends and customers. Please stay tuned for lots of updates and wonderful treats for the senses!
God bless you and yours...