Special time of year

Thank you, my blogging pals,
 for your friendship and kind words.
 When I started blogging
I had no idea how many treasured friends I would
have the privilege of adding to my life.
 I am grateful for each one of you! 
 
I haven't been posting because.......
 
I was a vendor last weekend at the Central Presbyterian Church in conjuction with the Holly and Ivy tour of homes. Carol, pictured on the left is dear friend of 56 years and was a great helper!
 
 
Below are a few more Christmas treasures  I made to sell. 

 
Sunday we woke up to this beautiful view!

 
Our dear friend "Donna" from Omaha water colored
 this adorable Mr. and Mrs. Snow couple for us. Note the monogrammed letters of "G" on his scarf and  the "C" on her jacket--how clever you are "Donna"!
 
 
Hope you are all having a wonderful week!
 
Hugs,
 
Carolyn

Comments

  1. lil red henDecember 11, 2012 at 3:47 PM

    What sweet little Christmas treasures you've made! Sounds like you had a wonderful time. The water colored snow people are adorable!

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  2. DonieneDecember 11, 2012 at 4:28 PM

    So good to see your post! I've been a little bit AWOL from blog land - but trying to catch up with special people - and you're right there at the top of my list! Your Christmas goodies are so cute!! The snowmen make me smile!!

    Hope you have a Blessed Holiday Season filled with Love, Joy and Peace!

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  3. Elizabeth AnnDecember 11, 2012 at 4:49 PM

    Your Christmas pieces are wonderful! Hope you did well with them. You will need plenty of hot chocolate at your house, your winter is starting early and with a bang!

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  4. Janet O.December 11, 2012 at 5:20 PM

    Very nice little cross-stitch and water color treasures, Carolyn. And what a pretty winter scene.

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  5. Missie of Traditional Primitives December 11, 2012 at 7:23 PM

    It was a beautiful Sunday morning wasn't it! I was so surprised! Your goodies are darling...I hope you did well at the show! Merry Christmas Carolyn!

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  6. Beehive NeedleworksDecember 12, 2012 at 2:34 AM

    Dear Carolyn,
    Thank you for sharing photographs of the Show. I must say, the table was simply overflowing with lovely treasures...and to spend time with a long-time friend is ever so special.
    Wishing you and your loved ones a holiday season filled with love, peace and light!
    Sending hugs...
    Judy xx

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  7. ChrisDecember 12, 2012 at 3:01 AM

    Hey Carolyn!
    So glad to see an update from you. How is the house coming. I am sure that you have been so busy but I have been thinking of you.
    The church fair looks like it was fun, something to put you in the holiday spirit.
    Hugs!
    Chris

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  8. CherylDecember 12, 2012 at 4:46 AM

    It is good to hear from you, Carolyn. Looks like you have been very busy!
    Merry Christmas!

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  9. ColleenDecember 12, 2012 at 4:57 AM

    You have been busy. Your booth looks wonderful and I adore that crazy patch looking Christmas Tree! Your aprons are darling too!

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  10. ChrisDecember 12, 2012 at 5:12 AM

    Hello dear Carolyn. Thank you for your lovely words and for your lovely posts! It is always a joy to see and read them.
    What a beautiful picture of you and your friend!! It has been a success?
    Love from me from Holland.

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  11. Me and My StitchesDecember 12, 2012 at 5:52 AM

    It looks like you had lots of pretty treasures at your show. The snow looks so pretty - wish we would get some here! Hope you have a Merry Christmas.

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  12. *Susycottage*December 12, 2012 at 7:46 AM

    How many beautiful things Carolyn,
    on that table, handmade with
    a lot of commitment. commendable initiative
    Merry Christmas
    Susy x

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  13. RaewynDecember 12, 2012 at 9:04 AM

    I hope your sale went well - it looks like you had a lot of beautiful pieces there to tempt potential buyers. What a lovely sight the snow photo is - it looks perfect for Christmas.

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  14. Denise :)December 12, 2012 at 12:14 PM

    What pretty, fun things you made!! You woke up to an incredibly beautiful view ... they're talking about a little snow for us next week, but it's pretty 'iffy'! I love the watercolor snowman and woman! They're darling!! :)

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  15. Julie - My Primitive HeartDecember 12, 2012 at 5:30 PM

    Hi Carolyn,
    So nice to see your post and all you have been up to!! Such sweet creations!! How wonderful to have a special friend that you can share your talent of creating with and to have had a friendship for so long is truly wonderful!!
    Thanks for sharing your lovely pictures!
    Warm Hugs to you~~
    Julie

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  16. DawnDecember 13, 2012 at 7:41 AM

    Wonderful creations - looks like you had a fun show.
    How special to get a custom card.
    Have a wonderful hiliday season!!

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  17. karuminaDecember 14, 2012 at 9:10 AM

    Hi Carolyn!
    I wish you a Merry Christmas! see your photos and you look ver happy, i like it!
    Have a good days!
    best regards
    karumina

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  18. WendyDecember 14, 2012 at 5:38 PM

    Merry Christmas! Looks like you are very busy.

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  19. PaulaDecember 14, 2012 at 9:35 PM

    Dear Carolyn, What a lovely post! The Christmas treasures you made to sell are very pretty! The snow looks wonderful and the watercolor is so sweet! I hope you have Merry Christmas! Love, Paula

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  20. antique quilterDecember 15, 2012 at 2:10 AM

    oh the snow looks so pretty :)
    you have been so busy, I would have bought quite a few of those ornaments I love using them as gifts to unexpecting people.
    love the card, very cute
    Kathie

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  21. antique quilterDecember 15, 2012 at 2:11 AM

    Merry Christmas, enjoy this holiday season
    Kathie

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  22. KrisDecember 15, 2012 at 6:33 PM

    Oh, Carolyn - What fun goodies!! If you were busy making all those fun things to sell, I can see why you were not blogging!! I have so loved becoming friends with you these past few years!!

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  23. Chenille CottageDecember 17, 2012 at 5:57 AM

    Blessings, Carolyn!
    What a sweet and wonderful post. I love all your darling creations.
    Merry Christmas!
    Carolynn xxx

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  24. LindaDecember 17, 2012 at 8:46 PM

    What fun things you had in your booth!! I love the colored snow couple...very cute!!

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  25. VivianDecember 19, 2012 at 6:38 AM

    Being such a bad blogger lately, I just left a comment on your August post about selling your house. Talk about being behind! That would be me.
    Looks like you and Carol were having a great time here.
    Happy Holidays! Season's Greetings! and stay safe! Looks like we have some ugliness headed out way. Iowa will be white, white, white.

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  26. EileenDecember 21, 2012 at 3:01 PM

    Mery Christmas and a very joyful New Year.

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