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11/13/16

Still Stitchin', Pitchin' and Switchin'

I am so owning all the 'itchins' in the title of this post. It is because of them I have been Missin' here on CollectInTexas Gal. Even though I pop in often to see what's up with everyone on my Blog Rolls, I haven't stayed logged in long enough to post, visit or comment. Forgive me! I can't say I will do better, as the rest of November and into December will most likely be more Stitchin'~Pitchin' and Switchin'.

October's Stitchin' ran way over in to November's Stitchin'. So much so that my studio was 'Yarn Bombed'. Being one that can work only so long in a disaster area, I finally had to start Pitchin' and Switchin'.

The Pitchin' amounted to lots of yarn winding, yarn color organization and pitchin' balls and skeins in hampers. Poncho WIP's were pitched into bags and baskets...shawls, scarfs, etc. etc. etc, too.

And finally...The Switchin'.

Which also entailed a lot of Pitchin'.

After digging through boxes of collectibles...I pitched more stuff into the Goodwill box than I thought I'd be able to part with. Now my Junktique Booth is less cluttered and hopefully has just what shoppers can't live without....these 'Pitched Treasures'...

Now back to 'Stitchin'!

I'll be Pitchin' the Pink Tent

and

Switchin' to Selling all the Stitchin'

at...of all places...a

Farm of Arty Chickens!

Facebook Page

10/2/16

Booth Aftermath and KnitWitWeaving!

I know what you are thinking...and Yeeeesssss...my studio does look like a it has been 'Yarn Bombed'! That's because it had and did...right up until I walked out with a box full of 'Neck Warmers and Fingerless Gloves' at 8 am Saturday morning. Guess what? The 'Yarn Fairy' did not come and rewind or restore order while I was out peddling my YarnWares. Nope, apparently she figured even her wand was not up to the challenge.

All in all, I'm almost glad the Yarn Fairy's wand was not up to the task. Otherwise I might not have found the shrug pattern I used as a basis for the ones I made for the October First Saturday Show.

I'm going to need it! The Shrugs were a big HIT...sold all but one! The Autum Poncho I made just to see how it would be received flew off of Modela in the first hour. I could have sold it three or four times over.

Guess what's next on my needles? Right...Shrugs and Ponchos!

Also sold some Cowls and Neck Warmers. Might have sold more if I had thought to take ice pack liners. I did think to take my camera, but was so busy peddling my 'Warm Wear Wares' I didn't get a chance to take not one picture. Wow, it was my best day ever at The Chicken Farm Art Centers First Saturday Sale.

Once again, I have just as much, if not more fun playing with scraps and mixing fibers!

I'm going to call this 'KnitWitWeaving'!

9/28/16

Wordless Wed....Promoting Autum Collection

9/20/16

My National Sewing Month...Not Sewn Stitching

September and National Sewing Month is more than half over and I have not touched my SEWING MACHINE...not once! I have, however, made good use of one of my SEWING BOXES and the contents including needles, thread, thread heaven, clips and scissors.

Does that count?

It should, in my way of thinking. After all, yarn is thread and stitching seams with a blunt tapestry needle is sewing. Right? Then there are the clips I always use instead of pins. Yeah, it counts as sewing.

Since I made a big deal out of September being National Sewing Month with a Sewing Header and the National Sewing Month Tag and Link on the top of my Side Bar, I thought I'd better write at least one post in acknowledgement.

So, what have I been Not Sewing that counts as Sewing?

What can I say...at least all this Not-Sewing was Not Sewn in my Sewing Room!

Wait...the buttons and beads were hand sewn with sharp needles and skinny thread!

Yay...It All Counts...and...adds up for Handmade items for

October's First Saturday Chicken Farm Art Center's BOOTH!

9/16/16

Softer Side of Selling Sue's Stuff

Truth be known, there is no softer side in selling one's collected treasures. It is HARD! Especially when some of the stuff is sentimental and or things you made. For instance the quilted pillow shams in the lower left picture. My sweet three year old granddaughter laid her blonde curly head on them when she came to visit. She's now 23, the curls have been straightened and are often various shades of ...well...other colors. No more over night visits as she has her own apartment that reflects her style of pillow shams...not her Nana's softer quilted country style.

Both of these quotes kind of say it all for me, and although letting them go is HARD...

the SOFTER side of me hopes that someone will find my once

Simple Treasures as their Life's Pleasures!

9/13/16

Oh My Moon and Stars...It's Back to ABA...To Stay!

"Just remember this 'OverDoSue'...NONE of this stuff comes back to the house...ever!"

"Got it, HiHoney! Thanks for helping me move back in to my NEW Space at ABA!"

You might remember my OLD Space...back in 2011.

Wow, how time flies and collecting stuff keeps piling up and overflowing from house to someplace else! My 2016 space is half the size of the 2011 space...for now! No, really, I'm going to keep it small and not so packed...cluttered...yadayadayada!

NEW Space featuring 'Fall Ya'll' Stuff!

So here I go again...Back to American-British Antiques
and another downsizing of collections.

Wish me luck...I'll need it to sell Amber Moon and Stars!

As much as I Love it to the Moon...it can't come Back...to my House!

(wink, wink)

9/6/16

Neck Jewels With A View

I'm not one to miss a Photo Opportunity and a 'TwoFer' marketing display! Yes, it was one of those 'Eureka Moments' as well as a shortage of display space that had me combing 'Around Your Neck' stuff. And the bonus...the surprise view! I do love digital developing!

Neck Jewels with a View...Who Knew?

9/5/16

BAGS and BOHO...BOOTH Hot SEPT Sellers

As predicted...It was TOO HOT for Knitted Neck Warmers, Crocheted Shawls and Sweaters! Afterall, we are in the 3rd Season of the year here in Texas...that'd be 'STILL SUMMER'. As much as I'd like to say it is FALL...it's not!!!

No worries...I will be way ahead for our 4th Season of the year...CHRISTMAS!

That's how we roll here in Texas!

9/1/16

Starting September w/ 'Made In Texas' Stuff

Of course this stuff is made in Texas! Who else but a Texan spends the August Dog Days of Summer covered up in YARN? What sane person knits at the speed of light to make 'Neck Warmers' edged in FUR with the AC on Hi-Freeze? Yeah...it's ME...OverDoneSue!

Then there is this.....taking time to market these HOT Items to folks who will still be wearing flip flops, tank tops, and cutoffs while walking around with their personal fans. Really??? Neck Warmers, Sue!!!! Here's the thing....it's FOOTBALL SEASON in Texas. I think these will be Really HOT Sellers!!!

GO!!! FIGHT!!! WIN!!!....w/ Made In Texas Stuff!!!

8/14/16

Back to Blocking, Bags, Broaches and Booth

You would think the last thing I'd be doing in the 'Dog Days of Summer' with temps at 103 degrees, is sitting with a lap full of knitting and crochet. Nevertheless, it's happening and it's about that time!

Yep, time for the season opening of my 'Fall Chicken Farm Art Center Booth' on 'First Saturday, September 3rd'. I'll be raising the Pink Tent and setting up for only the second time this year. Seems like March was ages ago.

Anyway, here's a preview of what's on the blocking table, what's been in my lap, what's up with Bags and how Broaches are making a comeback.

3/9/16

Wordless Wed...Tote LineUp

3/6/16

March Booth...Baskets, Bunnies, Bags and Libby LuLa

For the last few years, March has been 'Beginning Booth' month. The first Saturday of March was this weekend, and what a beautiful day it was. A light jacket for the early morning setting up was all I needed for the rest of the day...except for a wide brimmed hat...it was warm and sunny.

With Easter falling on the last Sunday of March, it was the perfect time to feature the Tulip quilts, crocheted baskets and bunnies. The shoppers weren't thinking Easter yet, so they all got to come home with me. I was not too disappointed. I so enjoyed making them and am happy to keep them for awhile longer. Besides I may need those baskets for egg hunting.

Although I didn't blog about making bags during the month of February, you can see that I did a bunch of bag sewing and weaving. In total, 20 Totes and 10 Bags/Purses made up the group I call 'PieceMaker' Totes and Bags. The Totes are designed for carrying Books, Projects, Laptops and Crafting Projects with inside pockets, fully lined and padded, and straps that allow for shoulder or hand carrying. The larger 'Piecemaker' Bags are designed with the Quilter in mind with the outside pocket made for carrying Quilt Rulers and the inside pockets for tools and sewing notions. The bags are perfect for carrying to a Quilt Retreat with room for fabric, patterns and books.

The only thing that occupied my pink chair was my Big Bag. I stayed busy all day demonstrating the Art of Twinning. It drew lots of interest and my Libby LuLa Loom was all the envy.

It was a Fun First Saturday at The Chicken Farm Art Center!

11/6/15

First Saturday at The Chicken Farm Art Center

It is First Saturday at The Chicken Farm Art Center this weekend. Come see my new Twined Rugs/Table Runners and Crocheted Mandala Table Mats along with Quilts ...and Fleece Blankets. I will be in the back parking lot under the Pink Tent...opens at 10:00 am. What doesn't sell this weekend will be listed on CollectInTexas Gal Blog and ETSY Shop. (posted on Facebook CITexas Blog and ETSY Shop)

Hello CITexas Gal blog readers,
Yes, I have been busy since my last post on November 1st...getting ready for the first show of the Christmas Shopping Season. Several new Twined Table Runners will be in my booth, including this one hot off LibbyLuLa Loom. Don't you just LOVE these Southwest Colors?

'Colonial Mandala' will also make the show along with the others I posted earlier here on CITexas Gal. Okay, gotta go and put the finishing touches on all this 'Priced to Sell' stuff. Yup, I'm working on letting go and the notion that everything I make is not 'Priceless' and does not have to be saved for future generations...(eyes rolling).

10/5/14

October...First Saturday Booth Album

9/7/14

First Saturday Booth...It was SoooPINK

"Love your booth...it is so inviting".

"How fun is this booth...so Girlie."

"Really, you are giving away these too cute Thank You bags".

Absolutely...I so appreciate your purchase....one can never overdo Thank You!

It was a fun day at The Chicken Farm Art Center First Saturday Event.

I learned a lot about Setting Up A Booth and what Shoppers are looking for!

This month they were LOOKING for IDEAS for Christmas gifts!

Modella was a hit!

Displays were a hit.

"Is this 'Display Lamp' for 'Sale'?

"I would love to have my jewelry out on my dresser like this".

Guess what I'm making for the October First Saturday?

9/5/14

One Can Never OverDo Thank-you

For myself I am an optimist...it does not seem to be much use to be anything else. Winston Churchill

And so, with that 'Optimistic Attitude', it makes sense to carry on with a motto learned years ago as a girl scout...'Be Prepared'.

Pairing together the 'Be Prepared' motto with 3 of my 4R's Bucket List... Recycle, Repurpose and Renew...serves to reinforce my 'Optimistic Attitude' for the 4th 'R'. RESALE

It doesn't hurt a thing to be overly optimistic in preparing for the sales I hope will happen at the First Saturday In September Sale at The Chicken Farm Art Center. Making the 'Thank-You Bags' recycled, repurposed and renewed my collection of YoYo's, Buttons, Tissue, Mailing Labels, Stamping supplies, and a roll of Black Ribbon. Brown paper bags are cheap at the dollar store...40 for a dollar...I got to use my cool scalloped edge cutting scissors, and put the earlier coupon savings bag of hot glue sticks to good use.

Besides, 'One can never OverDo THANK YOU!