Colorful Rope Basket

I have found my love for making things again. It really has been a good time while being at home. I pulled out some of my happy fabrics and started ripping and twisting for hours.....Then I made this lovely piece. A little basket. So sweet. I will be making more and adding it to my future selling pile of things I will be working on. Planning to start my little business up again. Makes me happy!

Country Girl Sweet Dill Pickles

Pickle time! 

Here is a recipe for my favorite pickles!

Country Girl Sweet Dill Pickles

Bring to a boil: 3 Cups sugar, 2 Tablespoons salt, 2 Cups pure apple cider vinegar, 2 Cups water.

Place in each pint jar (about 4 pint jars): sliced cucumbers

1 whole garlic clove, 1 fresh dill sprig

Pour liquid into sterile jars. Seal. Process in boiling water about 15 minutes in canner.

Allow the pickles to cure for a month before eating! 

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I cheated and dug into them after a week! They were great!!!

Summertime Canning

I've spent the last few days in the kitchen canning jams! So far I made strawberry jam, strawberry rhubarb jam, strawberry lavender jam, and blueberry lavender jam. The house smells wonderful Hours later I am still smelling the lavender! Now I am trying to get my kitchen back in order. It has been nice to finally get back to doing things I love after a long hiatus over the last many many months. It was rough, but I have found the light at the end of the tunnel! Thanks be to God.

Hoping to tackle the garden beds this weekend too...The weeds are a bajillion feet tall....I also managed to start some oil infusions made with lavender and calendula. In a matter of four weeks I will be able to make soap too! Finally feeling accomplished!!!

Summertime

April Showers Bring May Flowers

Farmgirl Freckles Fancy Frilly Fandangles

I made these Fancy Frilly Fandangles this weekend. They are pure whimsy and looks real cute on a jean jacket or a sweater....These fancy farmgirl brooches would be adorable on a Springtime dress for a party an Easter gathering or Mother's Day...Any interest? Please let me now. I have them currently listed on my Instagram under Farmgirlfreckles. If you are interested in one, leave me a message to inquire if your favorite brooch is available. $15 plus a small shipping fee. The larger dolly with platinum blond hair is $20 plus shipping. All brooches are made with vintage doll heads, vintage fabrics yo yo's, vintage millinery flowers, along with some new embellishments. They have pin clasped backs to pin onto your garment. Have a cheery day!

P.S. More sugar bag/ flour sack purses coming soon!