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| Rebekka Mae |
Posted - Mar 28 2009 : 12:46:43 PM
Memory Mini-Quilts
April 18th
Made entirely from second use fabrics, MaryJane's Farm will show you how to make an “eco” quilt that is the ultimate in recycling, using a variety of embellishments, baubles, and buttons to make it uniquely yours. Discover new ways to showcase your memories.
Instructors: Rebekka Boysen, René Groom
* Skill level: Beginner
* Class Fee: $20
* Supplies: Kit fee $5 (includes background piece of fabric for making a mini-wall quilt, an assortment of vintage doilies and laces, etc.). Bring old photos, doilies, pieces of old quilts, lace, hankies, table linens, buttons, etc.
* Time: Saturday, April 18th 10:00am–12:30pm
* Location: MaryJanesFarm Store, 210 E. Sherman, Coeur d’Alene, ID
For those girls who are making this into a mini vacation we are working on some great hotel rates.
Can't wait to see you!
Rebekka
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| 25 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| ruralfarmgirl |
Posted - Apr 20 2009 : 06:20:57 AM
We did have such fun! There are few things better than spending the afternoon with cherished farmgirls and "unwrapping" all the new things at the store. It seems every pass I find some new treasure. My "girls" all eight of them -Buff Orpingtons- are about to become fameous, as a friend came by to photograph for a magazine she works for..........I am waiting for the final decorations on their Hen Hotel and then I will post the details..... and pictures.. so be watching................
Rene~Prosser Farmgirl #185
http://farmchicksfarm.blogspot.com/http://renenaturallyspeaking.blogspot.com/
Circumstances made us FRIENDS; MaryJane's has made us SISTERS :) |
| katmom |
Posted - Apr 19 2009 : 8:06:48 PM
Yep-a-doodle, it was the best stitchin' fun I have had in a long time.
I so agree,,,,here we all had the same items to work with & yet we each came up with totally different ideas...I think what Michelle did, buy using the back side of the fabric rather then the bold front truly gave her master piece a true worn vintage look...too cute & to clever! Type-A or not, she created a wonderful piece.
Hugz & thank you all again for a wonderful day.
Hugz,
>^..^<
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
"I've never met a sewing machine I didn't like!"
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://www.graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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| Rebekka Mae |
Posted - Apr 19 2009 : 10:16:32 AM
Pictures will follow soon...
I have to say that Michelle's piece is exquisite- the perfect mix of yellow, cream and white- with little hints of blue. It might have taken longer but it was worth that extra thought and consideration, classic and simple.
Julia's piece layered handmade cotton lace with aqua and pink edges over a bright background and the finest little pink stitches holding it together- such a joyful take on the picture we used...so very Julia!
Now Grace's piece is SO her- redwork french knots, cross stitch,and embroidery with candy pink highlights and the finest linen doilies and lace. Playful french county farmgirl!
The amazing thing is that they saw the same examples and pulled supplies from the very same baskets. Farmgirl genius in action and my cheeks are still sore from laughing so hard. Rene- I meant to ask you to share your chicken photo shoot story with the girls..have you posted it anywhere? Thank you all for coming, it was a perfectly spent Saturday.
Rebekka |
| Huckelberrywine |
Posted - Apr 19 2009 : 09:02:10 AM
It was oodles of fun. For those who couldn't make it, it would be so easy to do at a chapter meeting, and have so much fun! The best part, of course, was the visiting. I laughed and smiled so much it left my cheeks aching and I was really worn out afterwards. Fantastic friends! Great store! And the local people passing by the shop (or a mix of locals and tourists/conventioneers) couldn't but be charmed to see us out in front of the store with our vintage lace, smiles, aprons, animated conversation. Lots of them stopped and visited a bit too. Just a lovely day! The MJF LTE camper caught a lot of attention too. Oh, it makes me think of how to squeeze more time out of life for another paying job.... then I think of how to do it on my budget...and the whole point is being yourself, making do, and getting out and having fun! So inspiring. Farmgirls are so good at getting what they need/want in creative ways from what they already have.
And (gasp) I learned that I'm a type A. I stared at the overwhelming mountains of possibilities, and while everyone else was nearly done with their repurposed art, I was still thinking. I went home and told DH I had an epiphany. He laughed. I admitted to being at least somewhat type A. More laughter. I guess I'm the last one to realize this. :) What things we learn from friends! :) Great day.
We make a difference. http://huckleberrywine.blogspot.com |
| katmom |
Posted - Apr 18 2009 : 10:30:13 PM
Wohooo! I posted some pic's of the get together on my blog...come take a peek!
I am soooo looking forward to the Rag Rug class next month.
hugz
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
"I've never met a sewing machine I didn't like!"
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://www.graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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| Lavendar fields dreamer |
Posted - Apr 17 2009 : 10:51:08 PM
you gals are soo funny, but i cant blame you for being soooo excited. i would be to if i was going. oh well i already had my treat for the month, we got to go to seaside and visit my dh family soo i can always hope to go another time when we havent already been and spent our play money on the beach and of course saltwater taffy and all that jazz.
we want pics though to see your beautiful creations.
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| Huckelberrywine |
Posted - Apr 17 2009 : 9:38:11 PM
Ooooh Amy, sounds like fun too!
Grace and Julia, I'll just make it easier and go sit with Grace on the porch waiting for 8:40 in my new apron. I sooooo need this. I won't gripe about my week. I'm just soooo ready for some creative, fun, talking, sharing feel-good recharge my batteries time.
I love the idea of making an online offering and/or kits to unite the far-flung farmgirls who will all be with us in our hearts. I so wish you were all here too. Such a treat! I'm hoping to learn enough to make some neat Mother's Day and/or Farmgirl's Day gifts. Is there a Farmgirl's Day? Oh yeah, tomorrow!
I'm so looking forward to seeing the goodies too. The biggest treat though is y'all and the smile and laugh so much I ache of it all.
I hope I can sleep.
We make a difference. http://huckleberrywine.blogspot.com |
| graciegreeneyes |
Posted - Apr 17 2009 : 7:24:19 PM
I hope y'all have fun!! Hoping I can make a future class, and I was at the Rockwood bakery today and thought of you farmgirls having a fabulous time tomorrow. Julia - hoping that all goes well and you are able to go. I will be asking Michelle all kinds of questions when I see her Monday!!
I, on the other hand, have a date with a spading fork, a handsome man and a whole bunch of digging!!
Amy Grace
Farmgirl #224
"use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without"
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| katmom |
Posted - Apr 17 2009 : 3:18:53 PM
hey Julia, if it were not so cold, I'd be sitting out on the front stoop right now, waiting for 8:40am tomorrow. I am so ready for an excape from house work & kitty litter boxes! LOL0!
See you & Michelle in just a few more hours!!!! hahaha!
You can't miss me, I'll probablly be wearing my green toile wrap apron with purple rose pockets.
So,,, is it tomorrow yet????
hugz,
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
"I've never met a sewing machine I didn't like!"
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://www.graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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| Rebekka Mae |
Posted - Apr 17 2009 : 11:12:58 AM
When you see the laces, buttons and fabric that fell into my baskets you will be over the moon!
For those of you who are asking about online classes- what are you interested in? A kit with instructions and then a thread for discussion? A video?
Have you checked out the Mary Jane Way! Kits offered through the farm? They are like a class in a bag-
• Crocheted Pillow Edging Kit
• Dishtowel Apron Kit
• Fetchin’ Totebag Kit
• Lollipop Apron Kit
www.maryjanesfarm.org/categories/stitching-room.asp
Warmly,
Rebekka |
| julia hayes |
Posted - Apr 17 2009 : 09:11:26 AM
Less than 24 hours away. I'm so excited that I'm starting to annoy even myself! I have to be a little guarded still....one never knows what can happen. Aria didn't want to go to school today. She's VERY low key but her spirits are high so I'm hoping she's feeling well. She looks just o.k. My husband was able to take the day off and go fishing today....something he hasn't been able to do in a long long time. I'm thrilled for him. He understands completely how important tomorrow is for me; a break, sewing, which is a favorite thing, MaryJane anything, which is religious to me, farmgirl sisters, which is everything to me and so forth. I'll warn you that I'm kind of weepy about it all coming together. I want this so badly hope hope hope that it works out for me. If it does, I'll probably burst out in tears of joy!!! Just warning you is all!!
Michelle, by this time tomorrow Grace and I will be picking you up and heading to the Rockwood to see what falls into our pouches to bring! I'm thrilled...beyond thrilled!!!
tick-tick-tick.....~julia
being simple to simply be
Farmgirl #30
www.julia42.etsy.com |
| NancyV |
Posted - Apr 17 2009 : 07:31:39 AM
Boy, I'm with Linda! For those of us too far away, I'd love something like that. I've been following the thread, and this sounds so wonderful!!
Nancy
Farmgirl Sister #501 |
| katmom |
Posted - Apr 16 2009 : 9:10:16 PM
Hey Renee, I'll jingle & whistle with all my bells & whistles on toes,nose & fingers....haha!
Ok, so maybe I'll stick to stitchin instead....
I am so excited, Julia, Michelle & I are going to be none stop gabbing on the way over.
Girlfriends are the Best!
Renee, & Rebekka, we are more then tickled pink to "doggy bag" you some goodies from the Rockwood.
Ok, just got to get through Friday,,,,TGIF!
Julia, hugz & cuddles to you & Aria....
>^..^<
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
"I've never met a sewing machine I didn't like!"
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://www.graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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| yarnmamma |
Posted - Apr 16 2009 : 5:29:40 PM
what about making this an online class?
Linda
in Scranton, PA
farmgirl #71 |
| Tina Kay |
Posted - Apr 16 2009 : 5:22:30 PM
That sounds like so much fun!!! I will be in Moscow, ID area in July, I hope you have something going on then. I know that MaryJane's July Fair is going on. But I will unfortunately be missing it by a week.
I hope all who are attending have a wonderful time.
Tina Kay
Now I get me up to work, I pray the Lord I may not shirk. If I should die before tonight, I pray the Lord my work's all right. Anon. |
| Rebekka Mae |
Posted - Apr 16 2009 : 12:32:06 PM
Julia- Keep us posted as to Aria's situation...I hope an afternoon of snuggles will take care of those dark circles.
You just bring whatever you need to snack on and if something extra falls into the bag, Fabulous;) I am on my way to the farm to gather up supplies, you will all love what Mary Jane is sending along for us to use!
Rebekka
www.bebebella.etsy.com
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| julia hayes |
Posted - Apr 16 2009 : 10:30:05 AM
Gracie and Michelle...looks good that I'll still be able to go. Yesterday Aria did not look well. She had the darkest circles under her eyes..the likes of which I have never seen before! She was absolutely exhausted. She still wanted to go to school today but we're planning a quiet afternoon. Soooo hopefully, she'll continue to stay stable..
Rebekka, can we bring you a nice treat? Can we bring treats in general for everyone? do let me know..they have such lovely things at that bakery. Deeelish!!
CAN NOT WAIT!! ~julia
being simple to simply be
Farmgirl #30
www.julia42.etsy.com |
| Lavendar fields dreamer |
Posted - Apr 15 2009 : 10:27:33 PM
wow sounds like a ton of fun gals
too bad i didnt notice this till today, just made plans today for saturday morning or i could have come.
bummer well i will be there for the rag rug in may. i have attempted one and still havent gotten it to turn out correctly.
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| Rebekka Mae |
Posted - Apr 15 2009 : 6:41:35 PM
If any other gals are thinking about coming out to see us Saturday don't be shy. We will be stitching our hearts out and enjoying a nice warm day at the lake!
J,M,G-
You three will have the most delish coffee at the Rockwood, it was one of my favorite haunts when we lived on the South Hill...be careful, the quiches and soups might make you want to go back for lunch on your way home!!!
Don't be scared Rene, you are gorgeous with or without a nose ring;}
Rebekka
www.bebebella.etsy.com
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| ruralfarmgirl |
Posted - Apr 15 2009 : 4:14:16 PM
Hey Grace.. yep we are so ready for you.... although now I am a little nerves since there are nose rings and bells involved :)
Rene~Prosser Farmgirl #185
http://farmchicksfarm.blogspot.com/http://renenaturallyspeaking.blogspot.com/
Circumstances made us FRIENDS; MaryJane's has made us SISTERS :) |
| katmom |
Posted - Apr 15 2009 : 3:58:38 PM
ok, toes tapping, sitting kinda antzy...can hardly wait for Saturday....
Renee & Rebekka, did you get my email for my registration in the class?
You won't be able to miss, Julia, Michelle & me,,,,we'll be the 3 gals giggleing all the way while traveling the 90 to CDA....
>^..^<
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
"I've never met a sewing machine I didn't like!"
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://www.graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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| katmom |
Posted - Apr 12 2009 : 1:21:23 PM
Wohoooooo!
Julia, I will be ready.....with rings in my nose & bells on my fingers!!! or bells on my toes & rings on my fingers, or,,,,what ever! I will be ready! hahaha!
hmmmm, I wonder if your fav little bakery, The Rockwood, is the same one that I discovered by accident over in S.H...on the right side when going up the hill...can't remember the name but they made great sandwhiches too!...
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
"I've never met a sewing machine I didn't like!"
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://www.graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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| julia hayes |
Posted - Apr 12 2009 : 12:43:57 PM
Gracie! I'm going to pick you up at your place around 8 45 am so we can cruise on over to Chaps and get Michelle. Then I thought we'd head up the s. hill a wee bit to a favorite bakery of mine, The Rockwood and grab a quick coffee and treat to go. We outta be on the road by 9 30 ish, which should give us plenty of time to get to CDA in time. CAN NOT Flipping wait!!
See you so soon!! ~julia
being simple to simply be
Farmgirl #30
www.julia42.etsy.com |
| katmom |
Posted - Apr 11 2009 : 11:27:25 PM
hey Renee & Rebekka,
I can't make the class on the 25th...I will be cooking for 160 people at the German~American club that day...but I am going to try to make the rag rug class. I have been wanting to make a rag rug for a long time.
So I am marking my calender for May 9th....way to much fun!
hugz
>^..^<
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
"I've never met a sewing machine I didn't like!"
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://www.graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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| katmom |
Posted - Apr 11 2009 : 11:00:11 PM
ok, Michelle, you know where I live so why don't you park at my place, I have a little larger "parking lot" then Julia,,,hahaha!
Julia, you could just pop over & pick us up or I can put Michelle on the handle bars of my bicyle and ride us over to your "Old Henry"...bet ya thought I forgot what you call your house....
I am so excited. As I always say, "I'm itchin to get stitchin"...
hugz
gracie
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
"I've never met a sewing machine I didn't like!"
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://www.graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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