Vintage Cookie Tin Wreath

Isn't this great? A clever tin crafter's handiwork...

A friend did a clean out and let me go through the boxes before he haphazardly tossed them into the dumpster. There was a car load of salvageable items that I took with me, some to donate and some to use. It was perfect timing as I had not figured out, yet, what I was going to hang on my front door. Voila!

Here's Bailey

Bailey was picked up last night and brought to me. A chain of events had happened where a very nice woman and huge animal lover intervened in a situation where her owner could not have her in the apartment building she was in, and brought her to us...bathed her first...and made a donation...for a dog that isn't hers. Gives you faith in people. 


Bailey is quickly getting used to being here, but is not familiar with the new sounds so she barks or runs and hides. As she's getting more confident...she's choosing the bark. It doesn't last long, just long enough to let you know she's not sure about it. 

I left for a few hours today and she was very well behaved just napping on her bed. I usually crate the new dog but I knew she was not crated in her former home and due to her personality so far, I figured it was a safe bet. I was right. Yay for me.

She'll be getting a new 'do and is now on a diet...she's overweight and has skin issues, both of which will be taken care of by a quality low grain, or, a grain free diet. 

Did you know that Wheat, Gluten and Corn are fillers in dog food making them cheaper to buy? Often what happens is the money saved on dog food, is spent on vet care because these ingredients, as well as others, effect the immune system and do not keep your lovely pet at optimum health. Skin issues, bladder issues, weight issues, tumors --can be caused by a poor diet....hmmmmm, much like humans. 

Hope you are having a great day, it's a bit chilly and windy in these parts.

I Have Some Goals

Hey, don't laugh...I usually fly by the seat of my pants, but there are three things I want to do in cyberspace. One of which is to sell for a few local artists that I've come to know and have always loved their work. I've talked about them in the past -- Chris London (potter) and Anne Cubberly (mixed media/puppet maker.) There are also a couple others that I've yet to speak with about this collaboration. As I am making this plan and creating a site for it, I thought I'd send some pieces your way. Last minute gifts for stocking stuffers/you or someone you love.


MAN-HEAD PINS: These pins have a push-pin back and measure approx. 1" x 1/2". They are made by Chris London. I have always loved these pins and have them on jackets and stuck to the ceiling of my car. I always get complimented on them...plus they are affordable. 

• Each pin is $12 plus s/h. Convo me to let me know which one(s) you are interested in and to make arrangements for shipping and payment. 
• Pay by Paypal, personal check from national bank or money order. 
• Buy 3 to 5 and get a 5% discount, buy 6 or more and receive a 10% discount. 
• Actual postage for your choice of delivery, plus $1 added for materials. If you are local, you can pick them up.

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Hey, it's white outside

Waking up to our first real snowfall -- the dusting the other day doesn't count.

It's still coming down, people are getting cars cleaned off, the landscape will change with movement. But the first minutes of quiet, the light slowly opening up the morning...very nice.

But, now I have to go shovel, because there's traveling to be done by me, too, and I can hear sounds of sleet.

If you woke up to this beauty, also, I hope you had a few minutes to enjoy the peace it brings.

Vintage Craftyness...

...at it's best! This somewhat gaudy tassel is great! Who needs fancy yarns when you have a tea ball, sequins and some plastic beads? Ingenious!

This is a keeper...for now anyway. Anyone that knows me also knows that things come and go around here.

Glass beads and some silver or silverplate, played off this idea would be pretty and sparkly. Hmmmmm, the imagination is starting to whirl.

Sunday Relaxing

The first day of 35 degree weather...it's been warm and somewhat balmy in this part of the Northeast -- I am not complaining, I like warmer weather -- and I am not complaining today, I've recently installed a wood stove and I am loving it.

I did tons of research and finally decided on a Jotul. It is highly regarded by many and there were only a few negative opinions on it. If you're looking for information or opinions on a wood stove to either purchase or for an existing one, I highly recommend going here. If you're looking for a wood stove in the CT, MA, RI area, for a good price and terrific service, you need to go here.

It's nice to be warm inside when it's cold outside -- due to oil prices, it wasn't always that way here. Plus, wood heat is different, more penetrating. Usually I am bundled up, scarf included...but today I am in a tank and shorts. Hooray for me. I really really have a hard time being cold through to the bone.

Cutie-Boy Hanzie and his tufted friend are liking it, too.

Now, time to load the wood rack, get those potted plants empty before they freeze and break, and put up the Christmas tree.

I hope you are warm and having a relaxing day where you are.