Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! We had a lazy couple days at home this year, since the Winter storm made it impossible to travel very far. Even with the bad weather we got out to build a snowman & snowdeer!! :) Enjoy our pictures!
Blessings, Jenny
A big thank you to all who took the time to enter my first
giveaway! I enjoyed reading your comments & visiting so
many wonderful blogs. :) My daughter cut out all the names
and added them to a basket and my son had the honor of
drawing a winner. Here is the first winner he drew…
Yes, that is his name!! ;) I think his sister was in on the joke!
They both started laughing as he turned the paper around to show
me the winner…. “They both love playing jokes!! “ Needless to
say he had to draw again……….
AND, the winner is….. CATHY
Congratulations, Cathy!!
Wishing You & Yours a Wonderful Holiday Season!!
Blessings,
Jenny
Merry Winter 1809 Snowman Pinkeep
You can find my new pattern in my Etsy shop or on Pattern Mart.
- Click on the image for a larger view.
My pinkeep features the words "Merry Winter", a primitive snowman, three snowflake motifs, and the date 1809.
Pinkeep will measure 4" tall x 5 1/2" wide when completed.
Included with this pattern are instructions for rusting safety pins/ straight pins.
My pattern includes cover, color photo, professional chart, complete instructions, supply list, and staining technique.
This pinkeep stitches up quickly and would look great in an old trencher, or add a hanger to display on your peg hook.
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You still have time to enter my giveaway…. :) Look for my giveaway post below.
Take care,
Jenny
But the fire is so delightful,
And since we've no place to go,
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
I snapped this picture looking out my front door. That’s all the further I cared to go!! :) The wind is blowing at 25 to 40 mph with occasional gusts over 50 mph. Wind chills approaching –20. I think I’ll stay inside and stitch or bake today…..
Looking out my back door to the garage…. Hubby had to scoop his way in… “I think he’s still in there.” :)
And, this one is looking across my back yard.
Wishing everyone a nice day! Keep Warm!
Blessings, Jenny
Christmas Bowl Filler Ornies Giveaway
I’m excited to have my first giveaway! I would like to give one set of my Christmas Bowl Filler Ornies.
I will draw a winner on the evening of DEC. 12th.
You can receive 3 chances to win!!
1. If you would like to be entered just leave me a comment on this post. (Please be sure to leave your email if you do not have a blog.)
2. Become a follower for another chance to win. (If you are already a follower you will be entered)
3 Post my giveaway on your blog and I will add your name again for another chance.
Just let me know if you did 1,2, or all three of the above!! :)
Good Luck!!
Jenny
Cyber Monday at Lemon Poppy Seeds.
Make sure to stop by on November 30,2009!!!!
Type Cyber Monday in the Poppy Search box on the
Artisan Directory page to find the poppy shops participating.
Here is one of my items you will find in my shop.
Have a great week!
Jenny
Thanksgiving
For each new morning with its light,
For rest and shelter of the night,
For health and food,
For love and friends,
For everything Thy goodness sends.
--Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882)
Wishing everyone a Happy & Safe Thanksgiving!
Many Blessings,
Jenny
Stitched by Dora ~ A sweet lady who shared this picture of
her finish to my “Give Thanks” pattern. She did a beautiful job!! :)
Good Sunday Afternoon! My Lemon Poppy Seeds Shoppe is updated for November. Here is one of my offerings; Christmas Cupboard Keep Pillow.
I have also just finished the pattern for this Cupboard Keep.
It is available on Pattern Mart and also in my Etsy store.
~click on the picture for a larger view.
A very sweet and simple pillow to stitch for the Christmas season. It features the word "Christmas" cross stitch across the front using fancy lettering.
Measures approximately 5" tall x 9" wide when completed
Included with this pattern are instructions for rusting safety pins/ straight pins.
My pattern includes cover, photo, professional chart, complete instructions, supply list, and staining technique.
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The Eclectic Artisans web show is still open!! If you haven’t already be sure to visit and sign up for our wonderful Holiday Scavenger Hunt. We will be drawing for many wonderful prizes! :)
Enjoy the rest of your day!
Blessings,
Jenny
by Roger Robicheau
Today as before, our brave do fight
For a land they love, a flag so right
The pride of our country, yes they are
The strength of our nation, best by far
Just as our brave from each war gone by
They march for us proudly, flag held high
From all over this land they come to serve
They’re taught by the best, this they deserve
When troops give their all, the world does see
Whether serving on land, in the air, or at sea
The pride from this country, march through war
With home drawn strength, held deep in their core
Our best are so awesome, their loved ones well know
May God guide their journey where they - for us - go
What these brave must have is support from their own
The love from their people, firm thankfulness shown
Our greatest achievement is that we’re still free
Please take time and ponder who caused this to be.
God Bless,
Jenny
I just finished stitching this adorable pillow pinkeep. It will be available on Lemon Poppy Seeds for my Nov. 15th update. The pattern is from a fellow pattern designer and friend, Primitive Stitchin by Shelly Auen. Shelly has just started a blog, so stop by her blog for a visit when you have a chance.
- Click on the image for a larger view.
Enjoy your day!
Jenny
~*~ The Eclectic Artisans ~*~
You are invited to our Winter / Holiday / Christmas finale!
November 7th @ 7pm eastern
Be sure to stop by our web show and participate in our Holiday Scavenger Hunt!
Several prizes will be awarded ~ compliments of our own TEA artists!
Blessings,
Jenny
You can find my new pattern in my Etsy shop or on Pattern Mart.
These ornies stitch up quickly and look great in a trencher, add a hanger to display on your peg hook or Christmas tree.
Measurements:
Christmas Joy- 3 1/2" x 3 1/2"
1827 Blessings- 3 1/4” x 3”
Merry Christmas- 4” x 3 1/2”.
Included with this pattern are instructions for rusting safety pins/ straight pins.
My pattern includes cover, color photo, professional chart, complete instructions, supply list, and staining technique.
- Click on the image for a larger view.
Thanks for looking!
Blessings,
Jenny
I’ve just finished a new Christmas sampler pattern. It is available in my Etsy store or on Pattern Mart.
1827 Merry Christmas Motif Sampler
The words Merry Christmas and several motifs make up this wonderful Christmas sampler. Completely cross stitched in drab shades of brown, dark gray, and green.
I chose the date 1827 for this sampler.
The finished sampler will fit a 4" x 6" frame.
- Click on the image for a larger view.
~Happy Stitching~
Blessings,
Jenny
I hope everyone is having a good Monday! I’ve just finished a new Christmas pinkeep pattern. It is available in my Etsy store or on Pattern Mart.
My O Christmas Tree pinkeep depicts a scene of pa who has chopped down a tree, that he and his horse are pulling back to the homestead for a family Christmas.
The pinkeep features many primitive motifs and the words, "O Christmas Tree" - Click on the image for a bigger view of the picture.
I chose the date 1806 for this pinkeep.
Pinkeep will measure 4 1/2" tall x 5 3/4" wide when completed.
Included with this pattern are instructions for rusting safety pins/ straight pins.
My pattern includes cover, photo, professional chart, complete instructions, supply list, and staining technique.
We are having a beautiful Fall day here! Perfect for the last football game of the season. :)
Enjoy Your Day!
Jenny
Good Morning! What a way to start off the week here in North Central Iowa. We woke to S*N*O*W …. Look how green my tree is, I’m thinking we may not get a Fall at all. Skip the rakes and get out the shovels!!
You have to admit, the first snow is “almost” pretty. Just don’t remind me in Jan. I said that!
Poor lil’ guy thinks I’m crazy making him pose for the picture..LOL
You should have seen how fast he ran when I opened the door!! :)
We are supposed to get two inches today, should make the football game interesting tonight… ugh!!! I’ll be standing sidelines in my winter coat and mittens!! GO TIGERS!! :)
Have a great week!!
Jenny
Just a quick note to let everyone know I have a new Christmas Sleigh pattern available in my Esty store and also on Pattern Mart.
Merry Christmas 1897 Sleigh Pinkeep
This wonderful pinkeep features the word "Merry Christmas" with santa and his sleigh being guided by three reindeer, and the date 1897.
Pinkeep will measure 4 1/2" tall x 5 3/4" wide when completed.
Included with this pattern are instructions for rusting safety pins/ straight pins.
My pattern includes cover, photo, professional chart, complete instructions, supply list, and staining technique.
Wishing everyone a nice weekend!
Jenny
I’ve finished a new Christmas pattern, and have it available in my Etsy Shop, Pattern Mart, and my Picture trail. I love the font I used on this sampler, it was so fun to stitch. 
Primitive Homestead Christmas 1827
My Homestead Christmas sampler features a house, tree, deer, and mistletoe. I chose the date 1827 and the name Lillie Parker as my sampler maker. Completely done in cross stitch. This will make a wonderful display and/or gift for Christmas.
The finished sampler will fit a 5" x 7" frame.
My pattern includes cover, color photo, professional chart, complete instructions, supply list, and staining technique.
Wishing everyone a wonderful week!
Jenny
My DH is an auctioneer, Hoffman Auction Service this past week we had a two day auction, Thursday evening was the household items. And, Saturday was the shop equipment. I snapped this picture to share.
I have never seen a corner wicker chair. It was in very nice condition. The lucky high bidder took the chair home for $175.00.
Here is my purchase for the evening. I’m sure at one time there was a bottom half to it, but I love this early cupboard just the way it is. I can’t wait to get it cleaned and put in my house. I will snap a couple pictures when I have it finished. 
It’s black with an old red paint on the inside. Perfect for where I want to set it!!
I wish I would have taken more pictures of other items. I will do better at the next auction…
Have a great week,
Jenny
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