Happy 4th of July!

Summer

Cause it's summer
Summer time is here
Yes it's summer
My time of year

Scarecrow People

The wonderful lifesize creations of Michael Melle can be seen on the lawn of Memorial Hall Museum in Deerfield, MA.






Some based on classic paintings by Millet and Corot.




Made of hay, sticks, string and wire.




Did he just move?

Memorial Day

Flag of the Brave

"Put your Hands to Work...

and your Hearts to God." ~ Shaker Motto

How to Make an 8-Pointed Star

I came across an easy pattern to make an 8-pointed star and thought I'd share. You can make them as big or small as you want. They make great pinkeeps, pillows and ornaments.


Take a square piece of paper and fold in half. Fold in half again. Turn diagonally and fold point to point.


Holding the folded end, cut the top diagonally to resemble a diamond shape.


And there you have it.

Faded and Worn

I bought this tattered old quilt at an antique mall a while back with the intention of cutting it up for craft projects. But every time I get out the scissors, I just can't seem to cut it. So, it sits at the foot of my bed...for now.

And the Winner...

of Country Style is Sarah. Congratulations!


Happy Earth Day!

A Giveaway!

While doing some spring cleaning, I came to the conclusion that I have way too many decorating books. So, I shall give one away!


Country Style by Judith & Martin Miller. "The essence of British, European and American country style illustrated in over 400 stunning colour photographs."






Leave a comment on this post to enter. A winner will be randomly chosen on Earth Day, April 22.


Just the tip of the iceberg!