junk is good...

Just a quick post to show off a few of the reasons I have been MIA... I've been working on all of my junking finds in preparation for our annual barn sale.. everything in these pictures were found in the garage and rehabbed by me. some items will be lised on Etsy, so if you are interested let me know!! Now off to work on more items.. the sale is next week, so time is a wasting!!

Hmmm... What to do...

What to do??? Cook, Clean??? I think I'll browse the internet for more crafty projects I will never catch up with!! Here are a few projects and links I found that I thought I'd share with you, then off to the lake with my kiddos to take advantage of this nice day before it RAINS tomorrow!!

Check out this cute button bracelet tutorial here. great idea for Christmas ( I am already making my list if you can believe it )

V and Co has done it again!! Another great tutorial on Moda Bake Shop for these delicious fabric Strawberries!!

These would be SOOO cute in some vinatge strawberry baskets!!

This is a quick and easy one, a tutorial for a canning jar pin cushion found here. I am planning on doing some canning this summer ( soon ) and I just may have to save one or two of the jars for this project!! I will post soon about my canning endeavors!!

And you just have to love Martha... Here is a tutorial to make these great Pom Poms. I am planning on making a bunch out of old sewing patterns for the big Barn Creek Salvage summer sale in August

Crafty Inspiration

Summer is here and even though you'd think it's a time for lounging around in the sun... I have been very busy!! Getting ready for the Barn Creek Salvage sale in august.. ( more details to follow ) and my annual scrapbook weekend retreat in October has so far filled my summer days!! I love to look to other bloggers to get those creative juices flowing, so I thought I'd share with you some links to great ideas and inspiration!!

For all of you quilters and sewers out there, if you haven't checked out Moda Fabrics blog, http://www.modabakeshop.com/ it is worth the visit!! ALL tutorials for many quilts, home decor items, and cute whimsy pieces!! Here is a cute tutorial for this adorable apron!!

One of the designers that often contributes to moda bakeshop is V and Co. if you haven't checked out this blog, grab a cuppa coffee and plan on staying a while. This is one great blog FILLED with eye candy and great projects!! Here is a sample..

If you still have more time ( possibly hours ) check out one of my favorite blogs, Cynthias Cottage Design. She has great decor ideas and even has some great links for her favorite blogs!! Check it out here!! Here's a sneak peek at what she has to offer..

If you are looking for some tutorials and great projects for both mom and kids, visit the fiskars website.. http://www.fiskars.com/ they have great tutorials and many categories, so you are sure to find a project to suit your needs!! Here's one I am going to do for my kids!!

I love this tutorial for a very clever way to recycle that trash you may just be inclined to through away!! Check out this great tutorial here!