‘Twas the Weekend Before Christmas

Or should I say “It is the weekend before Christmas?” No matter, Hanukkah is over and Christmas is a couple of days away. At my place, that means my annual “Between the Holidays Party” (friends, neighbors, lots of food, and laughs), final touches to get ready for Christmas, and, most important….at least to me….watching holiday movies. I love watching old movies and wait every year to watch the holiday ones. One of my favorites is Miracle on 34th Street….the one with Natalie Wood, Maureen O’Hara, Edmund Gwenn, and John Payne. This scene is sweet and touching but I like the one where John Payne is helping Maureen O’Hara clean up the kitchen after dinner. He had a kitchen towel around his waist while she wore an apron. One like this:

This is a hostess apron, though. She wore a work apron, not sheer, and full enough to cover those late 1940’s fashions. As for John Payne, I love seeing a man in the kitchen. Cooking, cleaning, especially cleaning.

Anyway, Have a happy holiday and take time to enjoy the moment. Have a hot chocolate, cup of coffee, or cup of tea with a friend. Remember what makes the holiday special. It’s not what goes under the tree that counts, it’s the people we spend time with. Create special moments in your life and in the lives of those you love.

Happy Holidays.

Monday Morning Stuff

Hi, all! Yes, it’s Monday once again. Got plans for today? I am back to work after a week of family fun, grandkids, and creating. I did yoga with my daughter (kept up but couldn’t quite wrap myself into a pretzel like she did), made “Big Bro and Big Sis” T-shirts (tutorial will follow now that I ironed out the wrinkles), made a diaper cake (so cute and so appreciated), and went to a Pomegranate Guild Meeting (Judaic Needle crafters….I am sooo inspired!).

New listings in the GoofingOff shop….just click on the picture for information:

Fabrics:

More fabric listings coming, even new Judaic fabrics.

                                                           Vintage Wool Fabric, 2 yards, 60 inches wide.

                                                               Vintage Concord Farmland, 2 yards, 45 inches wide, all cotton….Great for quilting.

Sewing Patterns

Here’s a few of the sewing patterns I listed this week. More coming.

Crochet Patterns:

Here’s a couple of the crochet patterns I listed. I am making a couple of my own, too. They’ll be ready for purchase soon. I’ll keep you posted.

Notions:

I am now carrying Schmetz sewing needles. Just add them to your order and get free shipping.

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Miss Eileen’s Etsy Picks 12.16.11 It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas

 

Well, we are officially getting down to the wire. Less than 10 days until Christmas. Get all your shopping done? Me neither. Let’s see what wonderful items are available from the wonderful Etsy shops for ideas. There’s still a few days left. The items featured are US only (sorry) and ready to ship. After all, there’s less than 10 days left (my hair just curled at the thought).

  Little Teapot Short and Stout with Cups by Agru   As a tea drinker, I find something soothing and magical about tea brewed in a teapot. The warmth and aroma give me a good feeling that is almost indescribable. This is a beautiful set that would be loved and appreciated for years to come.

3 robot crayons - in cello bag tied with Posh Paper Creations Robots and crayons, that’s a perfect pair! All you need is a coloring book or sketch pad.

  Retro Apples n Pears Child Apron by SweetApronzNCupcakes

The little one who loves to be in the kitchen needs an apron of her own.

         Kindle Case by Brit Gall Designs Dramatic colors and design while protecting the Kindle.

    Celestial Wand Stained Glass Kaleidoscope by Hank Barnes 1234 Kaleidoscopes are so magical and always impress the receiver. A wonderful gift!

 

                     Ceramic Soap Dish with Handcrafted  Rosemary and Mint Soap by Cindys Suds The soap dish makes this soap so special, just right for gifting. Lovely stocking stuffer.

  Two Shoji Candle Lanterns by Earth Steps Great hostess gift or something special for the candle person in your life.

  Mini Air Plant in Gift Box by Plantology I love plants. These are so sweet, perfect to send to the plant lover or put in a stocking.

Well, those are my picks. What do you think? Which one, or ones give as a gift? Voting starts right away and winner gets interviewed.

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Barley Girl Fashions

As a seller of sewing supplies, I often wonder what happens after the pattern or fabric leaves my shop. Is the pattern something held dear by a collector or a fashion someone loves and wants to create? Is the fabric turning into pillows or dresses? What happens???!! Well, Katherine Wells, of Barley Girl Fashions must have read my mind. A while back she bought this pattern 

used it as a reference, and made the most incredible creations. Here’s a sample from her site, Barley Girl Fashions.
    


Thank you, Kathy, for showing me your creations. I love what you are doing!

Don't forget the costume pattern sale going on in the GoofingOff Etsy and GoofingOff Artfire shops until October 1. Big selection for adults and children.
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