Wishing for Spring!

Isnt this the cutest design by Marie Provost? I just love painting Marie's sweet designs and this was no execption. It has such a soft shale green background and could be added just about anywhere in anticipation of spring!

There just isn't enough hours in the day to paint all the wonderful designs that come from Terrye French's "Painting With Friends". I just finished this one yesterday and love the way it turned out.

I hope everyone has a wonderful week! I am headed back to the studio to do a few more projects before I head out to enjoy some of this wonderful sunshine we have here today!

Till next time.......God Bless!

Finished Friday Projects

Hi All!! Hope everyone has had a good week and are looking forward to a great weekend.

I wanted to share a few projects that I got done this week. I love primitive dolls, and so admire the many talented doll makers here in blogland. I don't sew any longer so the next best thing for me was to paint some. This design is by Terrye French and is available for purchase in my Etsy shop.

My husband and I spent the better part of last Sunday(before the Super Bowl game...:)) cleaning and rearranging all of my collected "stash" projects, and its amazing what you forget you have. So I decided this week to start working on at least one or two of those items a week....so I won't feel too guilty bringing home even more. This tissue box has a design by Kim Klasson and will fit a long box of tissues......love it!

Another stash item that was really fun to do. This recipe box would be perfect in any primitive kitchen and when you lift the lid there is a space to hold your recipe card. Note to self....I really need to get my own recipes organized!

I had a request from a customer of mine to do up some of these coasters, so I did an extra set while I was at it. These coasters are rather different as they are not made of wood. They are made from mousepad material and I love the way the non slip backing not only keeps your drinks from sliding, with the rubber backings they really protect your furniture too.

It is a pretty day here today.....the sun is shining, and no sign of any snow. We have truly been blessed with a very mild winter, but I am still looking forward to spring coming soon. I hope you are having great weather where you are, and wishing you all a very blessed weekend!

Till next time......God Bless!

Happy Monday!!

Good Morning Blog friends! We have snow on the ground and it is a bit chilly here today, but for an Illinois winter we sure can't complain. Hope it is nice where you are too!

I have been using the month of January to simplify and organize my studio, and that has brought forth a few changes. Like any self respecting crafter I have too much "STUFF" and it was becoming overwhelming. So I have been busy reorganizing, pitching, and rethinking how I really want to proceed in this new year.

I don't know about you all, but I have more painting surfaces then I will ever paint in a life time. It is so hard to let go of those "but I might paint that later" piece! I know so many of you can relate....:)

So decisions had to be made and I asked myself the hard questions......what do you love to paint on the most......and that answer was very surprising since I am such a primitive gal, but my true first love is canvas. So I have been working on some new pieces that I wanted to share.

This large 8x10 canvas is a sweet design from Kim Klasson. All of the canvas pieces include the frames and are available in my Etsy shop. I really have enjoyed painting these and will be doing many more in the next few months.

Wishing you all a great start to a new week........full of good things and lots of blessings......

Till next time......God Bless

Share the Love Celebration on OFG

I have been busy of late creating new things for the Share the Love Celebration on Etsy! http://www.etsy.com/search?search_submit=&q=stlc&view_type=gallery&ship_to=US

We have some awesome creations to share with you so I hope you get a moment to stop by!

Here are some of the items that I created, hope you enjoy!

Nothing says love more then a heart! I crackled this soap for an aged appearance, and love how it turned out!

This sweet canvas has been painted with a Terrye French design. A combination of Valentine's Day and Spring in this one!

Another Terrye French design that was painted on this wooden plaque.

Last but not least my favorite! I don't usually paint for Valentine's Day so this has been something different and lots of fun.

I hope you find lots of Valentine treasures when you join our Celebration!

Until next time.........God Bless!!

Our Last Team Giveaway for 2011

The Old Farmhouse Gathering Team is having their last giveaway of the year! All you need to do is leave a comment in order to be entered in the giveaway. One winner will be chosen on Tuesday, December 13th. We would love it if you would you put the giveaway on your sidebar and invite your family, friends and followers to enter for a chance to win. Here is the link to sign up.......

http://oldfarmhousegathering.blogspot.com/2011/11/from-hearts-and-hands-of-ofg-giveaway.html

Good Luck Everyone, and until next time........God Bless!

Hi Blog Friends! Starting today and running through until Tuesday the 29th......some of the Old Farmhouse Gathering Team members are holding a special sale. It is our Token of Thanks sale to all our customers, old and new alike.

To receive at least a 10% discount(minus shipping) and more during your holiday shopping.... just apply the code......OFGTHANKSYOU2011 in the coupon section at checkout!

Here is a list of participating shops.......

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I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday with your friends and families! We had a very quiet but wonderful day. Now on to that Christmas shopping...........have fun

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!!

May you all be richly blessed with family, friends, food and fun!

Christmas is Coming!

I know I say this often, but wow time is sure flying by. Seems I just put away my Americana and here I am painting for the holidays! I just fell in love with this adorable design by Renee Mullins....I have been painting allot of her things this year.

I think this piece is my favorite so far. This is Christmas tree cutting board that was sent to me from a friend, that I have been wanting to get it painted for awhile now. This Terrye French design was perfect for it. I just love cutting boards of all shapes and sizes and I had never seen one this thick cut in the shape of a tree........love it!

I haven't had allot of time for ornaments this year, but I did get this mitten painted.....

and these rusty tin scoops done. Both of these designs are from Renee Mullins.

Last I have to show you my new soaps for this year. These have been so much fun to paint......

I hope you enjoy seeing them! It wouldn't be Christmas without gingerbread at our house. That is my grandson's favorite cookie to make every year....:)

Fell in love with this little guy's adorable face.....

and of course what is Christmas without Santa......

As you can see the brushes have been flying, and I have more to post in a week or so. I hope you have enjoyed seeing what I have been up to. Painting wouldn't be half as fun if I didn't have great blog friends to share things with. Thanks so much to all my faithful readers you are indeed a true blessing!

Till next time........God Bless

Another Chance to Win!

Visit the treasury and leave a comment for your chance to win half of these awesome ornaments crafted and donated by the Old Farmhouse Gathering Team! We now have TWO treasuries full of wonderful creations for 4 lucky winners!
                                         
                                                     

Trim Your Tree with OFG!

The Old Farmhouse Gathering Team is offering a wonderful start to your Holiday Season!

For a chance to win this wonderful treasury, please visit the link below and leave us a comment!

 

http://www.etsy.com/treasury/NTYwOTAxN3w5ODMwMzIxODU/win-half-this-treasury-trim-your-tree?ref=pr_treasury

This treasury has an approx. value of over 200.00 dollars so don't miss out!

Winner to be chosen on November 12th by random.org!

Her is my contribution to the ornament treasury, and there are so many more!

Good Luck Everyone!

 

It's Been Awhile.....

Hello Everyone!! It has been awhile since I have had an opportunity to get back to my blog! I am hoping that I can change that in the next coming weeks. Tis the season for getting products to customers and making new items, so I wanted to share a few that I have done in the past couple weeks.

This door crown was my first one of this season, and is a design by Terrye French. I was thrilled with how it turned out.

This sweet little fella was painted for a customer. Another Terrye French design, with some

glitter glass added to the bottom for that extra holiday bling!

Of course it wouldn't be Christmas if I didn't add some new soaps for the season!

These sweet designs are from Renee Mullins and were just perfect for my soaps!

I am busy working on some new ornaments, and lots more holiday items so I hope you visit again soon to see what new things I am working on.......and thanks so much for stopping by today!

Until next time.........God Bless

Happy Monday Everyone!

The Old Farmhouse Gathering Warm Winter Celebration has begun!

Here is just a sampling of what we have to offer!

 

                                               

New Fall Items!

 

I hope this post finds everyone well, and enjoying these last days of summer. The weather here has just been fantastic! You can feel a nip in the air, some trees are already dropping their leaves, and Fall will be here before we know it. I have had the best time painting for Fall and Halloween this year and I always enjoy sharing with you. This door crown or shelf sitter is a pattern by one of my favorite designers, Terrye French. Just a few haunted houses to add to your Halloween decor......so fun!

                                                                               

 

The other piece that I was able to finish up today was another Terrye French design but this one is geared for fall. Love the way this one turned out.....hope you do too. 

Till Next time..........God Bless!

We have been experiencing such gorgeous weather here for the past few days! It has really gotten me motivated to paint for the upcoming Fall and Halloween season. As most know, Fall is my favorite time of year, not only for the crisp and cool mornings but for the splendor of the color palette.

Brown, rust, gold and black are some of my all time favorite colors, so it is pure joy to paint these wonderful projects.

This tray was a special order request by a customer and using a Terrye French design it was just what she was looking for.......:)

This isn't fall but the design was perfect for a primitive mail holder for that primitive decorated office.

Nothing says prim then the elements used here in a design by Marie Provost. Thanks Marie for always designing such cute patterns! 

I love to paint on just about any surface but canvas has to be my all time favorite. Primitive or Folk art inspired canvas paintings can be quite pricey as I found out searching for primitive art for my own home. I have paintings on wood, signs, and flea market collectibles etc, but there is just something special about a framed piece of art. I love to see them in groupings on walls or even displayed on an end table or cabinet.This is a new design by Terrye French and as always Terrye never disappoints with her designs......thanks Terrye!

I just had to paint a new mousepad for the season too......this was based on a design by Renee Mullins. My computer is in my studio, so I always paint a new one for myself......love how this one turned out

This one was just too fun for words! Nothing says prim more then a make-do and Terrye has outdone herself with this fabulous design. Pumpkins, bats, cats, lots of fun Halloween in this piece.

I have a few more items that I would like to complete for the fall and Halloween season and then it will be on to Christmas...yikes....it will be here before we know it.

I hope you take a moment to enjoy these last days of summer.......I know many are busy getting their children back to school and it is such a busy time........but take a moment and enjoy.......till next time......

God Bless

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OFG Turkey Trot Treasury!

 

Hi All!! The Old Farmhouse Gathering Team has launched its Turkey Trot Treasury promotion!

For a chance to win all you have to do is visit this treasury and leave a comment! The winner will be announced on the OFG Blog on September 1st! This treasury is valued at over $250.00 worth of wonderful creations made by the members of the OFG team. Be sure to click the link below and enter your chance to win!

Wishing everyone good luck.........here is the treasury link!

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Look What I Won!!!

 

Isn't this the cutest? Cathy at Tolentreasures had an awesome giveaway and I won second place!!

I have long been a fan of Cathy's work so I was just thrilled to have been selected to win this adorable plaque. Cathy is such a talented painter and it is an honor to display her work in my studio!

But it gets even better...........:)

 

Look what Cathy also sent me.....it was like Christmas here as I unwrapped all these wonderful things that she included. Since we are both painters she sent a recipe box, two jumbo clips, a small journal and the two painting mediums for me to paint up. Also included this adorable star plate that she painted, a jar of buttons all decorated with stars on the lid, waxed clothespins, and one of my very favorites.....a penny rug!! 

 If you love painted items, penny rugs, caps, mittens, you name it, Cathy creates them! Please take a moment and pop over to her blog.....you won't be disappointed! Oh and did I mention.....Cathy is also a great story teller.....her ability to turn everyday events into such fun reading is amazing!

Thanks again Cathy!!! This was truly a fantastic giveaway, and I love each and every item!

Having Some Fall Fun!

 

While we are suffering through these hot temps here in our area, I have been having the best time painting for my favorite season of all......Fall!!!

I just completed this one and what fun it was to paint. This is a Terrye French design and offers a bit of everything in one painting. 

 

I found this funnel at a garage sale this summer and decided to paint it up for the Fall season also.

This is a design by Renee Mullins and I have painted the fall leaves all the way around it,then added a grapevine wreath and fall tag to the top.

So many things to paint......so little time......:)

 

In between painting I have been busy trying to keep up with the flower garden this year. This is the first year I have ever dealt with beetles on my roses, but I am keeping my fingers crossed that I won! Boy they are stubborn little buggers!

 

 I have made a new space behind the garden bench for a climbing rose...can't wait to see that new addition, but beetles first........:)

 

This is where I start my day. It is quiet, peaceful, and inspiring. 

We are headed into quite the heat wave this week, so this weekend will be filled to the brim with all our outdoor projects, so that next week I can focus on painting, and staying cool. 

I have so many things I want to show you.......so stay tuned!

Everyone have a terrific week, be smart if your in this heat wave, take good care of yourselves, and your neighbors.......till next time........God Bless!