WHOOPEE!
My favorite months of the year
are coming up!!!
Today I wanted to show you
more things I created for the Fall season.
These happy faced pumpkins.
These were done in black, and orange.
I even did pink ones.
Last year one of the stores in the area
carried this color of real Candy corn.
I decided to make these this year.
White, purple and black.
Do you like the new color?
Do you even like Candy Corn?
I personally do not like these candies.
Made more sock kitties.
Decided to crochet pumpkins
using two color shades this year.
Some I made a leaf, while others just have the stem.
What do you do when you
have plaid fabric and beads in Autumn colors?
You make Indian Corn.
I finished them using real corn husks.
In other news,
Bob and I have been taking advantage
of the nice weather & eating outside
once again after Thursday's storms.
Sunday morning we even did bacon and eggs
on the new Blackstone grill.
It was Bob's birthday present from me.
We love this new grill!
Last night ribs with a bean dip.
Today rain, so venison chili tonight inside.
August gift shop sales were better than last year.
Thank goodness as I was getting worried.
Folks love our Halloween room.
Thank you for all of the kind comments on this.
It really does take me many months to prepare.
Orders need to sent in by end of January.
I have an idea for next year's now,
hopefully it will be as good as this year.
Unless of course we find a buyer.
More stores are up for sale and customers
are wondering what is going on with our town.
I just reply that this generation wants to retire,
and its time for the next generation to take over.
Speaking of next generation,
I was flattered when a young lady asked me if
I could come to her house and decorate it.
It is not the first time someone has asked me.
It always makes me feel good.
Please pray for the folks in the path of
Hurricane Idalia.
I have many blogging friends who may be
in her path along with my SIL.
Oh one more thing,
awhile back someone asked me what the previous
paint color was of our guest bedroom.
Unfortunately I do not remember,
but we only get our paints from
Benjamin Moore and it was a tan color.
Well have to my butt to work.
Happy Tuesday all.
Goodie Blessings To All!
Janice
I'd never have been creative enough to think of using a plaid homespun and beads for Indian Corn. Your mind just must dream of ideas during the night's sleep. Other critters are cute too.
ReplyDeleteYou have been busy! I agree with Saundra, you are so creative!
ReplyDeleteThe bed and breakfast we stayed at is the Dutch Colonial in Holland, MI.
You are so creative, and looks like you've been busy. Good luck with sales. I do like candy corn, not as much as chocolate though. Did you know if you eat candy corn and peanuts together it tastes like a Payday candy bar?? Yum.
ReplyDeleteHouse decorating may just be your next career.
ReplyDeleteThe sock kitties are so cute. I don't think that your mind rest for long. The creative wheels are always in motion.
Stay safe. Hugs,
Julia
Hi, I love that someone asked you to decorate their house. I agree with Julia, maybe your next career?
ReplyDeleteI love, love the little pumpkins. And the Indian Corn. :-)
Carla
I love your darling Halloween cats! And pretty cool about being asked to decorate a house. Do I see a post-retirement consulting business in your future?
ReplyDeleteVery creative you are. I don't care for candy corn to eat, but I do like the look of them. I like the cats - I'm a cat person anyway. That is quite the compliment when asked to decorate someone's home.
ReplyDeleteYour hands have been so busy and wonderfully creative! I just love your Indian corn! Being able to eat outside is such a wonderful treat! Prayers for your SIL and others during the hurricane. How wonderful to be asked to decorate someone's home!
ReplyDeleteLots of fun goodies.
ReplyDeleteI hope September...and October...and...are all good months!
Oh, I love those kittehs! Nope....not a candy cane girl. ~Robin~
ReplyDeletePink is a good choice this year since everyone seems to be "Barbie Movie" crazy! I'm one of the few who actually like candy corn. It always makes me smile when it shows up in the stores. I only like the Fall ones though. I saw some pastel colored ones at Easter and for some reason I don't like those! Ha! Your pumpkins and kitties are cute and I really like your Indian corn! How clever! I'm not surprised that someone would want you to decorate their home. When I see homes I always can imagine how to decorate it but when it's mine, I'm always rethinking everything! I'm glad the store is doing well and prayers for continued success!
ReplyDeleteThe corn is a fabulous idea. Very creative.
ReplyDeleteClever ideas you are making ! And good to hear your sales are better than last year ...There are hardly any nice shops to visit any more , so sad .
ReplyDeleteSo glad your sales have increased. I would be shopping your store if I lived in your area.home made items must sell well.
ReplyDeleteCathy
Happy birthday Bob! Autumn is magic Aloha
ReplyDeleteI love your new fall items. The corn especially - great idea!
ReplyDeleteYou are highly creative, Janice! I like your kitty socks and the crocheted pumpkin. They"ll probably be grabbed from the store in no time.
ReplyDeleteCongrats to Bob! Many happy returns of his birthday! Your 'grill' present for him is both practical and significant! Enjoy it both of you!
I love that you create pieces that you can sell in you shop. I loved everything the corn was really clever and I really liked the first piece the pumpkin. Hoping your friends were safe from the storm. Happy Labor Day weekend Kathy
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