Day two of the country market at Timberstead. It was another beautiful day !!

I love this idea...Victoria revamps old nightstands into pet beds. How cute is that??? I can't wait for Ashley's room to be done and we will be getting one for her and Chuey Louie.

Ella, owner of The Back Porch, uses old spoons and creates the sweetest little birds nests and ornaments with bling...add some fun to your Christmas tree or use as a fan pull, light dangle or just about anywhere you want a little vintage touch.

a little glimpse at my small felted bird nest ornaments. They have a clip on the bottom to make them sit nice and pretty in your tree!

I took more pics today so be sure to check out the new slide show. We would love to hear your comments !!

September 25th, 26th and 27th Enchantment in the Woods 6005 251st St Ct E Graham

Fall is in the air...time for pumpkins and scarecrows, mums, kale, pansies and other fall blooming colors...after spending the day at Timberstead I am ready to pull up my sleeves, get dirty and get my yard ready for the fall harvest decor!! They have the most beautiful shade of RED mums..not burgandy but RED!! Ruffle pansies that will bloom all winter long and deep purple ornamental cabbage. And great prices to boot!! Anna has created ( with the help of allison and katie) life size scarecrows that are embellished to the hilt. My favorite one was wearing blinging dangle earrings and a huge bling brooch! So fun!!


There are several vintage/flea market vendors each with their own special touch of items from the past..primitive, paris, cottage, shabby chic, victorian..from indoor decor to outdoor fun and funk.

So come on out, grab a latte from Sharon ( she makes mmmmm yummy carmel lattes!!) take a stroll through the country style gardens and let the fresh crisp smells and sights of fall lift your spirits and inspire you !!

Hours are Fri and Sat 9-5 and Sunday 10-4

 

 

 

 

I had so much fun this week putting together an order for several custom bracelets. Creating a bracelet was a first for me. Each one seemed to take on a personality of it's own. That is the joy in creating personalized jewelry... making something that is unique to each new owner. I especially love the "uniquely you" bracelets with a tiny initial and decriptive word. They can also include your favorite color in a crystal, gem or glass bead. Fun, fun, fun!!!!

 

 

 

 

Here are some sample ideas for mommy bracelets. You can have a charm for each child or put 2 or 3 on one charm. I love the jingle jangles these bracelets make. I am working on a grandma bracelet that will have 8 charms and crystals for even more "jingle jangle"...I can't wait to see the finished product!

Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart. Psalm 37:4

I just love this verse! I recently went to a Beth Moore simulcast that was based on this Psalm. She challenged us to think about what our desires are and what is keeping us from receiving those desires. To really delight in the Lord we must know him better. We must find the desires of our heart the very
expression of His will, plan, and purpose in our life. His desires
for us become our desires. He delights to give us what will be for our good, for His
glory, and to magnify His name. "Delight yourself in the Lord and he
shall give you the desires of your heart."

 

 

 

 

Another sample of a mommy necklace....oxidized sterling silver with tiny initials. The tiny puffed heart is sterling silver that I left bright and shiny for a nice contrast in the patinas.

As most of you know I am still wrestling with my name. In the beginning when I started on Etsy I used the name Simply Vintage for my shop on Etsy and at the Exhibitors. When my step mom and I joined forces we used our Two Laughing Hens business name for everything we made. Now that she is living in Las Vegas we have separated what we each do in an effort to keep inventory issues under control...so I played with the name " Little House" because our house has always been know as " the little house" and the kitchen table is my studio!!! However, I think I have come full circle and am back to Simply Vintage. I already have my business license with this name and it still applies to my new jewelry line. I like to include re purposed pieces or apply patinas to create a vintage feel. So SIMPLY VINTAGE it is!!

The Shelter Me From Harm has been such a great seller I wanted to highlight it again. It comes with a vintage whistle that not only makes a great trendy addition but really works! It comes on a 30" ball chain and I like pairing it with vintage beads or wire wrapped gemstones. As always each piece can be completely customized to what makes your heart happy.

FAITH
Be still and know that I am God.

A silver puff charm is layered on the slightly oxidized disc.

GIGGLE

Taking joy in life is a woman's best cosmetic. ~Rosalind Russell

I made this necklace for a photographer friend. She always has her camera and has an amazing gift of being able to "capture the moment" with her beautiful photography. This charm cluster hangs on a 30" inch ball chain for a trendy, casual look.

Soldered garden ornaments. Please keep in mind that they are not water resistant making them more for indoor arrangements. They range in size from 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" to 2"x3". I have recently started using beveled glass and I love the extra glisten in projects! Each ornament has a bible verse or sentiment on the back to uplift and inspire you. I have them hanging on copper hooks and applied a copper patina to the sterling solder. If interested please email mrwells2@comcast.net for pricing.

Write it on your heart that ones you love are lifes most precious gifts



Before you were conceived, I wanted you.
Before you were born, I love you.
Before you were an hour ,
I would die for you.
this is the miracle of love.
-maureen hawkins

I prayed for this child and the Lord granted what I asked of Him.
1 Samuel 1:20

FAITH
Be still and know that I am God.

Sing like no one can hear you. Love like you will never get hurt and dance like no is watching!

A dream is a wish your heart makes.
-Cinderella

Good morning world!

Check out twolaughinghens.blogspot.com to see where in the world Simply Vintage came from!!I will also be re-opening my boutique at simplyvintage.etsy.com in the days to come so be sure to look for me there. When ordering be sure to mention the blog (s) and you will receive 15% off your order AND FREE shipping thru Sept.