Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Monday, December 7, 2009
PRIMITIVE WOODLAND OLDE WORLD SANTA & REINDEER SET

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MONDAY'S MARKET PLACE ON ETSY - FEATURED ARTIST
http://www.etsy.com/shop/SnowmanCollector
~INTERVIEW with Shiela~
1. What is the name of your Etsy shop and why did you choose that name?
The name of my shop is SnowmanCollector and if you have a look around you will see that the reason I chose that name is obvious. I have developed a great love for all things Snowman!
2. How long have you been on Etsy?
I have been on Etsy only since April, 2009. I am fairly new but am learning more every day and loving it!
3. What type of items do you offer?
I offer mostly seasonal items ¡V stuffed snowmen, santas, ornies, etc. I also have a few wreaths and wallhangings mixed in to keep it interesting, both for those looking at my shop and for myself as a crafter.
4. How long have you been crafting?
I have been crafting for close to 20 years. I started doing quilting and things just kind of evolved. I started doing local craft shows about 10 years ago. I enjoyed it so much that I wanted to branch out a little but didn¡¦t know how or where (I live in a very rural area) and then I discovered Etsy!!!
5. Who or What inspires you?
What inspires me? Everything! There are so many ideas floating in my head, I will never do them all. Plus there are so many new things I want to learn, like rug hooking.
6. What is your favorite item in your shop and why?
I can't pick. Usually whatever I am working on at the time is my favorite item.
7. Other places where you can be found (Ebay, webstore, blog)
At the moment I am only on Etsy. But I am trying to overcome my fear of CyberSpace and hope to at least be on Facebook shortly.
PROFILE BIO
I am a lover of all things 'snowman'. I am inspired by the primitive country style and like the relaxed comfortable feel these items add to your home! If they bring a smile to someones face then I have met my goals.I find inspiration everywhere. Maybe nothing will inspire me for weeks and then all of a sudden I will see a random thing and think “Hey, I could make that into …” or “Wouldn’t that look great if I …” Sometimes it works out. Sometimes it doesn’t.
Saturday, December 5, 2009
CHRISTMAS ANGEL FEATURED IN AN ETSY TREASURY!!

was featured in this Etsy Treasury today!! Christmas Colors
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Saturday, November 28, 2009
IN MEMORY OF LINDA FOSTER Passed 11/26/09
Our Angel On Earth Has Gone Home
In loving memory of our friend and cherished OFG Group Leader
Our Prairie Rose,
Linda Foster
Monday, November 16, 2009
MONDAY'S MARKET PLACE FEATURED ARTIST
http://www.etsy.com/shop/priviesandprims
~INTERVIEW with Doreen Brannan~
1. What is the name of your Etsy shop and why did you choose that name?
Privies & Prims has been my business name for about a year. I started out in a shed at my home on Blue Rock Rd., so I named my little shop Blue Rock Country Crafts. I had my first storefront in Burnsville, NC in 2000 and named the store Privies & Perches. I was making lots of outhouse bathroom decorations and my dad was making lots of prim birdhouses, so I changed the name. Inspired by God is all I can say. It just popped into my little brain!
2. How long have you been on Etsy?
Had to go look at my profile for this question. Seems I started in February 2008.3.
3. What type of items do you offer?
Penny rugs, prim stitcheries, primitive & folk art dolls, punch needle embroidery & patterns, outhouse stuff, candlemats, prim wreaths, Americana prim t-shirts, wood signs, ornaments, & photographs of old barns and outhouses. I think that’s it. 4.
4. How long have you been crafting?
As long as I can remember. I used to sit at the kitchen table and trace the designs on the napkins. In high school, I made a macramé hanging large enough to cover a window! We also did pottery and leather working. My special leather project was a framed image of a Michelob beer bottle ad. We used wood carving tools and I stuffed the “bottle” from the back with sawdust to give it dimension. At the time, it was my boyfriend’s favorite brand. Personally, I can’t stand the taste of any kind of alcohol. Just give me my McDonald’s sweet tea!
5. Who or What inspires you?
First, I must give God the credit for my talents. He puts ideas into my head as I go along. I start out making a doll like the pattern photo, then God gives me ideas to make it my own. Sometimes, I think it’s a curse. I’m always seeing stuff and thinking, “I can make that!” So, that’s why the list of things I make is so long. I just recently added punch needle embroidery to my list and I’m “hooked”. I’m designing patterns that I will sell as kits and will soon be designing prim doll patterns also that will be modeled after the mountain folk where I live. I get inspired by PatternMart.com’s monthly newsletters, looking at others creations online, visiting prim shops, looking through catalogs, and the list goes on and on. Gosh, everything I see inspires me! I look at people in restaurants and think of making a doll to look like them!
6. What is your favorite item in your shop and why?
My favorite creations are my primitive dolls cause I love giving each one their own personality. The favorite ones I’ve made are 46” dolls from a Prim & Proper folks pattern.
7. Other places where you can be found (Ebay, webstore, blog)
I don’t sell on ebay too often. Seems I just pay them money and don’t have much luck there anymore. For Privies & Prims, my main website is http://www.priviesandprims.com/,
my etsy shoppe is
http://www.priviesandprims.etsy.com/,
blog-
http://www.priviesandprimsblog.blogspot.com/
and at my brick & mortar store located at 110 West Main St., Burnsville, NC 28714.
I also do wedding photography,
http://www.affordablememoriesnc.com/
and sell photographs of old barns and houses that I find here in the mountains. http://www.thenandnowartphotos.etsy.com/.
My pattern blog is
http://www.simplyprimpatterns.blogspot.com/
and I’ll soon be teaching classes in my store, so I have a blog for that.
http://www.stitcherspunchersandhookers.blogspot.com/
And yes, I do find time to sleep. My name is Doreen Brannan and you can contact me at
What a talented and busy gal!
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Monday, November 9, 2009
NEW FALL & THANKSGIVING OFFERINGS

Prim Pilgrims "William & Mary"

Prim Thanksgiving Pilgrims & Turkey

Prim Fall Scarecrow Doll

Prim Fall Pumpkin Art Doll

Prim Pumpkin Art Doll "Punkin Pye"

Prim Pumpkin Pie & Visiting Pilgrim Crows

Prim Turkey in the Straw "Crosby"

Prim Thanksgiving Turkey

Prim Turkey Ornie Bowl Fillers
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MONDAY'S MARKETPLACE at OFG on ETSY - FEATURED ARTIST
http://www.etsy.com/shop/prairieharvestarts
~INTERVIEW with BARB~
Friday, November 6, 2009
I AM A WINNER!! INDIAN SUMMER BLOG GIVEAWAY

You can visit Carol and see all her wonderful offerings at these sites:
http://www.firecrackerkid.etsy.com/
http://www.firecrackerkid.blogspot.com/
http://www.oldfarmhousegathering.blogspot.com/
http://www.myworld.ebay.com/carolafirecrackerbaby
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
"Ma & Pa" Primitive Folk Art Dolls

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These two are a real "hoot" and were so fun to make!
HOLIDAY BASKET GIVE AWAY from OLD FARMHOUSE GATHERING on ETSY
Monday, October 26, 2009
MONDAY'S MARKETPLACE FEATURED ARTIST
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5488659
~INTERVIEW with JUDY~
I have had the name of 'Foxglove Folkart' for about 12 years or so now, ever since I began to sell my hand painted items. The reason I chose Foxglovefolkart' way back when, is because I love gardening, and Foxgloves are a flower I just love, but never had much luck with. Well, if I can't have the flower every year, I got the name ,lol!
2. How long have you been on Etsy?
Ummmmmmmm, for about a year or so.
3. What type of items do you offer?
I offer my hand painted and usually one-of-a-kind items. Everything from Shabby Chic Roses to Prim crows and Salt Box Houses. I like painting different styles, and I love painting on glass!
4. How long have you been crafting?
I've been crafting since I was a kid. I learned to sew in school, fell in love with that and ever since have made my own and others clothing. I have also at one time or another, done ceramics, macrame, embroidery, doll making, cross stitching, played with Polymer Clay (Sculpy), and I still am an avid knitter and crocheter. I also used to do A LOT of quilting, and still have a fabric stash to prove it,lol! I need something to do with my hands when watching the 'boob tube' at night with hubby. I taught myself to paint about 13 years ago, soon after a car accident. I'm an x-truck driver by profession, but after the accident, I couldn't drive my personal vehicle any distance, let alone the Highway trucks we used to own. One day, I don't know exactly where, or when, I saw some decorative painted ornaments, and I think it may have been in a magazine I seen them in, but I was intrigued. Since then, I've bought tons of pattern books, paints,packets, brushes, supplies, and my own scroll saw and sanders. I was worse for bringing home new power tools than my husband!!! ANyways, since learning to paint, it's been my main focus and a source of added income for us.
5. Who or What inspires you?
There are a few designers I just love,which include Terrye French, Ros Stalcup, Renee Mullins, Holly Hanley, Renee Mullins and more. But I've also created my own designs from time to time. As for inspiration, I suppose leafing thru my paint magazines or pattern books makes me drag out the brushes. But in general, I can't point a finger to anything definitive that inspires me, and I can't say I'v ever given it much thought, truth be told.
6. What is your favorite item in your shop and why?
I would have to say my Sap Bucket Angel is my favorite. She is my own design, and done on a 're purposed' maple syrup sap bucket. Painting on used items is a hand down fav of mine!
7. Other places where you can be found (Ebay, webstore, blog)
Just in 2 local shops. One is a make-your-own-wine shop, and I sell my hand painted wine glasses there. The other is seasonal, and called 'Cabin Savy', and located near Bala Ontario. One of the KEWELEST gift and garden shops around!!
Saturday, October 24, 2009
CANDLE GIVE AWAY

http://sugarcreekhollow.blogspot.com/
Enter to win a candle from an OFG friend Kimberly at Sugar Creek Hollow.
OFG on ETSY~ HOLIDAY CELEBRATION LAUNCH BEGINS
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Below are my four offerings for this launch....



Sunday, October 18, 2009
FEATURED ARTIST on MONDAY'S MARKETPLACE - ETSY'S OFG TEAM
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6246300
~INTERVIEW with JUDY~
1. What is the name of your Etsy shop and why did you choose that name?
The name of my shop is Holly Ridge Creations and all I can say is that we live on a ridge that has lots and lots of holly...hmmmm, not so creative, huh?
2. How long have you been on Etsy?
I joined the OFG group in the spring of 2008 but I have to confess that I haven't been very diligent in keeping my shop filled. I am trying really hard to correct that.
3. What type of items do you offer
Most of my items are handpainted and one of a kind. I love doing snowmen and santas and will be adding those to my shop along with more trash to treasure items and gourd head dolls.
4. How long have you been crafting?
I have been crafting since the mid 80's...I know, I'm old!! :-)
5. Who or What inspires you?
I am always inspired by and in awe of God's creation. His color palette amazes me.
6. What is your favorite item in your shop and why?
The favorite thing in my shop right now is my Lily and Jingle Bear primitive doll. But, that will change when I start adding my santas and other holiday items.
7. Other places where you can be found (Ebay, webstore, blog)
http://hollyridgecreations.artfire.com
http://hollyridgecreations.blogspot.com
Friday, October 16, 2009
FEATURED IN AN ETSY TREASURY - "GOT PRIM!"

PRIMITIVE FOLK ART OLD FASHION HALLOWEEN SHAKER SET
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Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Monday, October 12, 2009
FEATURED ON TRULI YOURS BLOG TODAY!
Saturday, October 10, 2009
"Ma and Pa" Folk Art Dolls - WHAT A PAIR!



These two are a real hoot! Hear the music that goes with the listing....
"Sentimental Journey"
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Monday, October 5, 2009
FEATURED ARTIST ON OFG MONDAY'S MARKETPLACE on ETSY
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=13188
~INTERVIEW WITH LINDA~
1. What is the name of your Etsy shop and why did you choose that name?
The name of my shop is "PrairieRose". It has been my business name for a couple of decades now, I chose it because of all the wild roses that grow on the old farmsteads from years of yore.They are not only beautiful, but very hardy year after year.
2. How long have you been on Etsy?
I have been on etsy for app 1.5 years now.
3. What type of items do you offer?
I sew and do decorative painting both. I offer a mixed bag of goodies in my shop. I love everything from Shabby to Folk and Primitive. I have combined my craft on many items. I seldom create the same item more than once. I love the uniqueness of each piece.
4. How long have you been crafting?
I have been making dolls for 35 yrs. now, and painting for almost 30 yrs.
5. Who or What inspires you?
I find inspiration everywhere. I am most fond of antique pieces. I love the Trash to Treasure items too. Each and every one presents a different perspective. I love painting on all the curves and corners rather than a flat piece. I love the challenge of it all.
6. What is your favorite item in your shop and why?
Each new piece is my favorite. I have learned something new in the process of making it. I always try to learn something new on each piece I make.
7. Other places where you can be found (Ebay, webstore, blog)
Right now etsy is the only place I am selling online. I have recently moved and have scaled back while I get the house in order. I am selling in three brick and mortar stores too.
I am the list Mama of the Old Farmhouse Gathering Team on etsy,and also do the OFG Blog.
Sunday, October 4, 2009
"The Spooks" MADE IT on ETSY"S FRONT PAGE TODAY!!

"THE SPOOKS"
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Saturday, October 3, 2009
FIRST PRIM FALL HARVEST LISTING


Meet "Penelope" the Primitive Folk Art Fall Harvest Art Doll!
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OFFERED FOR THE AB4B OCT 1ST LAUNCH.....
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
"BATARA" ART DOLL FEATURED IN AN ETSY TREASURY


Monday, September 28, 2009
MONDAY'S MARKETPLACE FEATURED OFG ARTISAN ON ETSY
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5839620
~INTERVIEW~
1. What is the name of your Etsy shop and why did you choose that name? KeepSakeKorner.
As to how the name came about.....actually...nothing special. Wanted a name that reflected items you would want to keep. So I played around with some names. Now my sub-line "Creations from Stitches of Thread" came about from playing around with names that represented for the most part, my creativity in fibers.
2. How long have you been on Etsy?
I believe a year and 3 months now. Started May 2008.
3. What type of items do you offer?
Many purposeful/needful items. Most are sewing. I do alot of other art work, but haven't display much on Etsy.
4. How long have you been crafting?
Just about all my life. My grandmother that raised me taught me to sew. She was a lovely seamstress. Did alot of sewing during the depression to bring in extra money.
5. Who or What inspires you?
Words from novels, poems etc. can inspire me. Then there is God's Creation! Awesome!
6. What is your favorite item in your shop and why?
Oh I guess my Yo-Yo Flower picture that is framed. Right now they are alot of fun. I get bored easily, (perhaps I have ADD)will thus try new things and go all out for a while until the boredom bug bites. ! :)
7. Other places where you can be found.
On my blog KeepsakeKorner.blogspot.com
OFG GIFT BASKET GIVEAWAY!
There is over $155.00 worth of Fabulous Prim necessities in this Handmade basket by Rose Clawson of Baskets by Rose.
Included in this wonderful basket is~~~4~pack Autumn Harvest Melting Tarts by Andrea CarrierGhosts Gather Here Sign by Kerri SavinaHandmade Votive Candle Holder by Carol Anderson"Piggy" Oven Mitt w/ Wooden Spoons by Judy BaileyGrungy Pumpkin / Crow Make-do by Doris HensonCount Dracula Sitter by Jody SeilheimerTrick or Treats Soy Candle byKimberly ScottWool Applique Pillow by Teresa MillerPrim Pumpkin Tag by Kim Orcutt"Frankie" Doll By Joan Minervini
GO HERE TO SIGN UP......
Friday, September 25, 2009
PRIM WITCH "Samantha" FEATURED IN AN ETSY TREASURY!!

SEE THE ETSY TREASURY HERE......
http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=84110
Monday, September 21, 2009
MONDAY'S MARKETPLACE FEATURED ARTIST OF OFG ON ETSY
http://www.rabbithollowprims.etsy.com/
~INTERVIEW~
1. What is the name of your Etsy shop and why did you choose that name?Rabbit Hollow Prims because my mom had the name for her shop when it was open and wanted to carry on the name.
2. How long have you been on Etsy?About 2 years
3. What type of items do you offer?primitive dolls. vintage patterns, fabrics and turkey calls
4. How long have you been crafting?17 years
5. Who or What inspires you?All the other doll artists out there.
6. What is your favorite item in your shop and why?I couldn't pick just one but I love Halloween the most.
7. Other places where you can be found (Ebay, webstore, blog)
http://www.rabbithollowprims.blogspot.com
http://www.countrycraftshowonline.com/craftbooth489/
http://www.ksgpshoppe.com/RabbitHollowPrims.htmlhttp://rabbithollowprims-soatp.blogspot.com/
FALL HALLOWEEN CELEBRATION OFFERINGS FROM OLDE FARMHOUSE GATHERING ON ETSY
Sunday, September 20, 2009
NEW LISTINGS ON EBAY
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160363753626

PRIM HALLOWEEEN BAT ART DOLL"BATILDA"
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160363761889

PRIM HALLOWEEN WITCH MOUSE PUMPKIN CART "Punkins 4 Sale"
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160363765502

PRIM HALLOWEEN BLACK CAT DOLL "KATRINA"
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160363779007

PRIM HALLOWEEN "Glenda the Witch" ART DOLL
NEW ETSY LAUNCH FOR OLD FARMHOUSE GATHERING MEMBERS
FEATURED IN AN ETSY TREASURY!
"Punkins 4 Sale"
WITCH MOUSE & PUMPKIN CART
FEATURED IN AN ETSY TREASURY WEST!!
WSOAPP MARKET SHOPPES "A Wynter Sweetheart's Sleigh Ride" LAUNCH
PRIM SANTA HAT PEPPERMINT FLORAL
PRIMITIVE GRUNGY CHRISTMAS STORY BOOK
SEE ALL MY SHOPPE ITEMS AT:
Thursday, September 17, 2009
OFG TEAM ON ETSY FALL & HALLOWEEN CELEBRATIONS!
Monday, September 14, 2009
OFG MARKETPLACE MONDAY FEATURED ARTIST
http://www.sugarcreekhollow.etsy.com/
~INTERVIEW~
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Friday, September 11, 2009
SUGAR CREEK HOLLOW GIVE AWAY!!!
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Halloween Candle Trio Giveaway
We're excited here at Sugar Creek Hollow to announce our Halloween Candle Trio Giveaway! This Giveaway is for Three 8 oz Soy Candles in the following fragrances:
CANDY CORN:
A warm vanilla candy with top notes of butter with a slight down of almond.
TRICKS OR TREATS:
Unique and fun, tricks or treats fragrance is a must for Halloween and beyond! Trick or treat fragrance begins with top notes of pumpkin, persimmon, and apple; followed by middle notes of blueberries, elderberries, currants, orange and cinnamon; and well rounded with base notes of sugar cane and vanilla.
WITCHES BREW:
A secret blend that is truly mystical!
ENTRY GUIDELINES:
Between now and October 16th, you'll have several opportunities to enter:
One entry: Visit our Etsy shoppe Sugar Creek Hollow and leave a comment here about your favorite items
Second Entry: Add our shoppe to your favorites
Third Entry: Follow our Blog
Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Entries: Blog about our Giveaway
Four easy steps for a total of SIX entries!
And, if you purchase any one item from our shoppe between now and October 16th, you will receive an additional FIVE entries!
The Winner will be announced here on October 17th!
SEE ALL HER GOODIES HERE;
LIGHT A CANDLE ONLINE

In Remembrance of those Americans who died on 9/11/01....
I have lit a candle on line.......
http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/candles.cfm?l=eng&gi=9%2F11
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
FEATURED IN AN ETSY TREASURY TONITE!









































