Thursday, September 17, 2009

SHEEP - PROJECTS

Created By My Colonial Home

I guess I have to start being better about posting here…I seem to have so many irons in the fire right now!

Doug has been working on some candle sconces for my website and In-Home-Show the end of November and he’s doing a terrific job on them….he’s out there sawing away as I type. Today he painted 2 sample ones – I like the combinations but the blue one needs more work.

We need to refine the blue so you don’t see the grain of the wood. Not sure. Here’s what he has done so far. He will keep trying till he gets it perfect that’s for sure. Funny how some colors texture different than others.

The piece that looks like a piece of toast fits into the groove. There will be a hole for a candle and there will be a hole near the tip to hang on a nail….of which WILL BE DONE FIRST before painting. These are tests.

Sconces 1

Red Sconce 1 

Blue Sconce

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And….my wonderful little flock of sheep are starting to get their blankets. I just love these fellas.

I want you to meet WILLOW….the first to be blanketed!
I now have them on my website.

Sheepwithblanket

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I also had a request to make my Hanging Pockets Un-Grungy….lol so here’s what the Willow one looks like Un-Grungied.

WillowPocketNatural

And here’s my original one all Grungied up.

Willowpocket3

This week has been a busy one with getting orders finished and starting new ones.

THANK YOU TO ALL MY LOYAL CUSTOMERS…YOU ARE MAKING IT POSSIBLE TO KEEP GOING ON A VENTURE THAT’S SO DEAR TO ME.

It’s isn’t the money because it takes time to be in the ‘black’ in this business instead of in the ‘red’…so that being said you all know it’s because this is from my heart that I keep going and the joy my products bring to those who purchase them and proof of that are the repeat customers and their wonderful comments.

AND THANK YOU AGAIN ALL MY BLOGGING FRIENDS FOR COMING

P.S. Go on over to Cozy Coops Corner http://coopriders.blogspot.com/ and read all about her wonderful article in the newest Country Sampler.
Congratulations Janae!

HUGS,
Karen

26 comments:

  1. Lee Hill PrimitivesSeptember 17, 2009 at 5:33 PM

    Everything looks beautiful. Nice Job!

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  2. Janet - underthewillowSeptember 17, 2009 at 5:41 PM

    Great stuff Karen!

    Janet

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  3. taylors*farmhouse*atticSeptember 17, 2009 at 5:46 PM

    WOW!!!!...All your goodies are wonderful and that Doug is such a sweetie!!!...He does awesome work and so do you my friend!!!~~hugs,Jen

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  4. CozyGirlSeptember 17, 2009 at 5:47 PM

    Love the sheep and willow pocket Karen! Thanks for mentioning CS :-) Have a wonderful evening !
    Janae

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  5. Linda - Behind My Red DoorSeptember 17, 2009 at 6:20 PM

    It is so wonderful that you continue to get so much joy from your business knowing that your customers get joy when they receive their orders!

    The sheeps blanket is wonderful!!!

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  6. Something Nice and PrettySeptember 17, 2009 at 6:47 PM

    I know you love your work and do so well at it, I have the candle lit and the pineapple hugger around it:)
    Rondell

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  7. TolentreasuresSeptember 17, 2009 at 7:07 PM

    Everything looks very nice. I love those little pockets! and your sheep are wonderful.

    Cathy

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  8. LisaSeptember 17, 2009 at 7:23 PM

    WOW, I love those goodies! They are quite nice I must say. I always enjoy seeing what you are working on and what you have going on next. Ok, ok I just enjoy your blog (PERIOD).

    Hugs,
    Lisa

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  9. basketsnprimsSeptember 17, 2009 at 8:00 PM

    Karen,
    Love your candle bags & new sheep. It's so great that Doug is such a help to you. Simon loves to help me, too. By the way, I have one of your baskets ready to ship. I'll probably get it out to you tomorrow.
    Hugs,
    Pam

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  10. AnneSeptember 17, 2009 at 8:12 PM

    Karen,
    Love the sheep, your stitchery is wonderful. Your work is always beautiful!!!
    Hugs,
    Anne

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  11. ShanSeptember 17, 2009 at 8:43 PM

    I just love the sheep and the willow pocket! I love your work!
    :)Shan

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  12. Black Sheep LisaSeptember 17, 2009 at 8:50 PM

    Love the sheep blankets!

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  13. Bittersweet and IvySeptember 17, 2009 at 9:22 PM

    Love those sheep Karen... I want them!! Good work.

    Laura

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  14. AnonymousSeptember 18, 2009 at 12:42 AM

    Karen,
    All your goodies are so wonderful!! Love the sheep with the blanket and the little pocket with the willow-tree!
    I know how you feel about still loving what you do...I feel the same about my craft business and this Fall is the start of my 26th year!
    hugs,
    Cindy

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  15. Raggedy AngelSeptember 18, 2009 at 4:47 AM

    You are so talented! Can't wait to see the finished candle holders! Beth

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  16. TonyaSeptember 18, 2009 at 5:29 AM

    Karen, I just love everything you do! With every post my Christmas Wish List gets longer and longer.

    Hugs ~ Tonya

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  17. JaneneSeptember 18, 2009 at 7:20 AM

    Love it all!
    You and your husband make such a great creating team!
    All of you that have been featured in CS are so deserving...I devour those magazines over and over for so many ideas!
    Have a great weekend!

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  18. JodySeptember 18, 2009 at 7:20 AM

    Karen,
    Your nrew sheep is just adorable! Good luck with all your upcoming shows too!

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  19. CraftypersonSeptember 18, 2009 at 8:03 AM

    Love your sheep blankets....everything looks great...
    Trena..Timeworn Primitives

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  20. •♦•©The Olde Weeping Cedar •♦•September 18, 2009 at 8:31 AM

    You are so busy, busy! :)
    Love your new projects...your sheeps blankets turn out beautifully, Karen (as always).


    Enjoy your day and have a beautiful weekend.

    ♥

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  21. Denise * KKL PrimitivesSeptember 18, 2009 at 8:46 AM

    Just LOVE your Willow sheep Karen - he's awesome!! Everything you create is wonderful.
    Your hubby is doing a fine job on those candle sconces too.

    ~Neenee~

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  22. carolyn@simple~primitive~devotionSeptember 18, 2009 at 1:48 PM

    I love the candle holders and your sheep blankies are too cute! I'm so glad that you can do what you love as a business. It sure beats working at a job that you hate just to make a few bucks!
    Have a great weekend!

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  23. cwaSeptember 18, 2009 at 5:42 PM

    All of your creations are so wonderful. Even your husband does great work. The candle sconces are very interesting. I like the paint. The sheep and pockets are adorable too. Thanks for posting photos. It is always so fun to see what you are making. Blessings to you.

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  24. TerrySeptember 18, 2009 at 8:50 PM

    Great stuff Karen! I love the grungy one. hahaha!
    It is wonderful that you love what you do, and have customers who appreciate it.
    I bet your show will be fantastic.
    Terry

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  25. A Bit of ColourSeptember 19, 2009 at 6:04 AM

    Wonderful stuff. Everything looks great! My best to you on your in home show.

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  26. Carmen and the PrimcatsSeptember 19, 2009 at 10:01 AM

    Hi Karen.

    Absolutely LOVE the sheep with Blanket. Beautiful! On my wish list! So adorable! As is the pocket. Both grunged and not.

    Carmen

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So glad you came to visit - feel free to leave a comment.
I will try and answer as many as I can - maybe not immediately but I will get to you!

Karen

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