Happy Homemaker Monday - 01/15/2024

 

 

Good morning from a very cold Texas.  We have a horrid wind chill that is bringing down the temperatures immensely, to the point where the real feel is -15 at times. For Texas, that is insane, at least in my opinion. I feel like Texas is colder than when we lived in Idaho. 

 

It is just after 8am, and I need to get this post up because I'm feeling extremely lazy today, and if I don't grab the computer and do what I need to do, I am going to completely forget about it. I hope you are all having a wonderful holiday Monday, if you are in the cold areas of the country, please stay safe and warm, and remember to check on your animals.  

 

We've been constantly checking on our chickens, changing water out constantly because it keeps freezing and just making sure they are warm.  They haven't left their coop in 2 days, they are nice and cozy in there and refuse to come out into these cold temps, and I don't blame them one bit. 

 

Anyway, let's get going. I hope you all have a blessed week ahead. 

 

 

 *** The Weather *** 

Winter warning, cold wind chill warning and snow warning, although the snow part hasn't come through, and that's ok.  We are experiencing very cold weather and it is set to continue over the next week or two.

 

Monday - Clear, -4 

Tuesday - Sunny, -1 

Wednesday - Sunny, 11 

Thursday - Sunny, 10 

Friday- Sunny, 2 

Saturday - Partly cloudy, 3 

Sunday - Cloudy, 6 

 

 

*** Right now I am *** 

Trying to get this post up, listening to a live with Julie Green Ministries on the telly, and telling myself that I need to get out of this bed soon and get dressed, and start my day.  It's going to take quite a bit of convincing for me Hahahah 

 

 

*** Thinking and pondering *** 

I had my women's check up on Friday and everything went well, although I have to say, the new doctor was not very gentle with the breast exam and my word, she actually hurt me.  There's nothing more frustrating as when a doctor pushes really hard or presses really hard on a part of the body, and then asks if it hurts.  Like.....yesssss??? Anyway, that went well, and then I had to draw blood for the routine blood work, and just waiting on those results.  Anyone else get a bit anxious, even though there is nothing to be anxious about?  Why does health stuff always make our anxiety rear it's ugly head 

 

*** How I am feeling ***

Cold, very cold. 

 

 

*** On the breakfast plate *** 

Two cups of coffee, one at 4am and then another at 7am, and a big bowl of my Instant Pot Creamy Oatmeal 

 

 

*** On the lunch plate *** 

Still have some leftover lasagna from Saturday night, so will have some of that. 

 

 

*** On the dinner plate ***

 Portuguese Pork Chops and Potatoes. 

 

 

 *** On the menu *** 

Meals are planned until Thursday, that is shopping day for me, and then new meal plan kicks in.  

 

Monday - Portuguese Pork Chops and Potatoes   

Tuesday - Upside Down Pizza, Salad  

Wednesday - Beef Tortellini, Garlic Bread  

Thursday - 

Friday -
Saturday - 

Sunday - 

 

*** What I am wearing *** 

Still in my pajamas. 

 

 

*** On my reading pile *** 

The Tale of Hilltop Farm by Susan Wittig Albert 

 

 

*** On my TV this week ***

Youtube - Brazilian and Portuguese Homemaking Vlogs  

Turkish shows - Hudutsuz Sevda  

Netflix - All the light we cannot see 

 

 

*** Looking around the house *** 

It's clean and tidy and cozy.  I do need to go throw some more wood into the fire though before it goes out completely. 

 

 

 *** To do list *** 

Laundry 

 

 

*** From the camera *** 

 I took some photos but haven't edited them.  I need to get better at this and get back on track. 

 

 

 *** Devotional, Prayers, Bible Verses *** 

Our best life is found when we trust God completely and live surrendered to His will.

Happy Homemaker Monday - 01/08/2024

 

 

Good morning ladies, how are you doing this Monday morning?

 

I am so tired, so so tired and have a bit of a headache (no doubt from the exhaustion).  I've been up since 1:30am.  You know I used to think once my kids were all grown up, I would get good sleep and not have interrupted sleep of any kind.  It's not so though, I've been struggling this month with my perimenopause symptoms and insomnia is one of those, but it also doesn't help that when I finally fall asleep, one of the animals deems it appropriate to wake me up.

 

Last night it was Kaia, she just wanted cuddles, and I couldn't go back to sleep, and then at 3am, our rooster started crowing, wanting out of his coop.  LOL  

 

Goodness!  

 

Anyway, that was my night, and that's why I am so tired this morning.  We'll make it through though, it will be ok.  

 

Right, let's get on with our post for today.  Have yourselves a blessed week! 

 

 

*** The Weather ***

It is currently raining and windy.  The wind is supposed to last until tomorrow around 6pm, and the rain will be on and off all day.   

Monday - Rain, 58

Tuesday - Sunny/wind, 50

Wednesday - Sunny, 61

Thursday - Sunny, 66

Friday - Mostly sunny, 44

Saturday - Partly cloudy, 44

Sunday - Partly cloudy, 37

 

 

*** Right now I am ***

Working on this post, sipping on my second cup of coffee and listening to a podcast.  

  

 

*** Thinking and pondering *** 

Nothing in specific, but I do want to make this year that I get projects and renovations finished around the house, so thinking I need to start a list.     

 

 

*** How I am feeling *** 

Tired.     

 

 

*** On the breakfast plate *** 

As I mentioned above, I'm working on my second cup of coffee.  I've also had a small bowl of oatmeal.  I made my Instant Pot Creamy Oatmeal yesterday morning, and it's usually enough for at least 4 days.   

 

 

*** On the lunch plate *** 

Not sure, I'm thinking maybe an egg salad sandwich.   

 

*** On the dinner plate *** 

Pasta with Tomato Sauce, One Hour Skillet Focaccia, Salad

*** On the menu ***  

 

Monday - Pasta with Tomato Sauce, One Hour Skillet Focaccia, Salad 

Tuesday - Turkish Chicken with Potatoes and onions, Mixed Vegetables 

Wednesday - Zucchini Lasagna, Creamy Broccoli
Thursday - Beef Rissois, Tomato Rice, Salad
Friday - BBQ Ribs, Macaroni and Cheese, Beans

Saturday -
Sunday -

 

*** What I am wearing *** 

Still in my pajamas.   

 

 

*** On my reading pile *** 

Jonathan Cahn's The Return of the Gods.  

 

 

*** On my TV this week ***  

Youtube - Brazilian and Portuguese Homemaking Vlogs
Turkish shows - Hudutsuz Sevda, and there are a ton of new series that just started, so I'll look into those

Netflix - Barbarians

*** Looking around the house *** 

Just need to do the usual Monday cleaning, after the weekend.     

 

 

*** To do list ***

Clean the house

Dust and mop

Women's well check on Friday

 

 

*** From the camera *** 

I have not been taking photos at all, I think I do have some on my camera that I haven't transferred over to the computer yet, but I don't think I have anything new to share today.  That's sad.  I have to remedy that immediately. 

*** Devotional, Prayers, Bible Verses *** 

I am starting my Bible reading again, and this time I'm going to follow a different plan.  Instead of starting in Genesis again and going all the way through, I'm going to start in John, then Romans, then Ephesians, Phillippians, Proverbs and finishing with Psalms.  

 

Why that order you may ask?

 

Well...

 

John - Story of Jesus' life

Romans - our Christian beliefs

Ephesians - How to live a holy life

Philippians -  How to have joy in our trials

Proverbs - How to live wisely

Psalms - Following God's direction for our lives

Happy Homemaker Monday - 01/01/2024

 

 

Good morning my friends, and welcome 2024!

 

For some reason I am finding it easier to type 2024 than any other year previous.  I used to take at least a month to get into the new year, but not seeing that this time.  Hahaha

 

Anyway, I hope you all had a wonderful New Years Eve.  We, as always, did not celebrate or do anything.  It was a normal day like any other, ending in me falling asleep at 9:30pm.  I'm such a partier aren't I?  

 

As we start 2024, I want to wish you all a blessed year ahead.  I pray that God blesses you immensely, that He guides your step, that you are filled with love and peace and above all health.  Let's make this year the best one yet, shall we?

 

Just like the beginning of 2023, I am going to once again try to post more, maybe try another 365, but without actually telling myself it's a 365.  My brain tends to rebel when it is given a timeline or specific job LOL  Anyone else like that?

 

So, I don't make resolutions, but I do want to do a few things more this year.  Embrace my age, I am turning 50 in August and overnight, it feels like I am showing it.  I want to live more, be better, have more joy, my happiness, share my life, get back to basics here on the blog, share more recipes, encourage more younger women to enjoy being homemakers and loving their home.  But above all, I want to be led by Christ in every thing that I do.

 

What are your goals or determinations for 2024?

 

Once again, Happy New Year my lovely fellow bloggers.  Let's start it right with our Happy Homemaker Monday.  Let's get on with our last Happy Homemaker Monday of  2023. 

 

*** The Weather ***

A bit cold, the mornings have been in the low 20s, and the highs hanging around 50s.  I doubt we will see warmth again, at least for the next 3 months.  

Monday - Cloudy, 43

Tuesday - Cloudy, 51

Wednesday - Sunny, 54

Thursday - Partly cloudy, 50

Friday - Showers, 50

Saturday - Partly cloudy, 53

Sunday - Mostly sunny, 59

 

 

*** Right now I am ***

In bed, under the warm covers because it's a bit chilly.  I have Kaia and Elliott asleep under their own blankets, next to me.  I am also watching a grocery haul from Portugal on Youtube as I type up this post. .  

 

*** Thinking and pondering *** 

About the new year and what is ahead.  I used to really stress and feel anxious, not knowing what was coming, but I stopped that, and this year I am just going into it knowing that God is in control.  Whatever happens is meant to happen and no amount of worrying will change it.   

 

 

*** How I am feeling *** 

I'm doing good.  My brother in law is currently sick, he has been sick for 3 days, but he is the only one in the house.  Neither I, nor my husband or son have gotten sick.  Weird!   

 

 

*** On the breakfast plate *** 

I had a bowl of banana nut crunch cereal, and a cup of coffee.  

 

 

*** On the lunch plate *** 

I made a pot of Olive Garden Zuppa Toscana for dinner, and there is a lot leftover, so that's what I'll be having for lunch.  

 

*** On the dinner plate *** 

Sardine Fish Cakes, Tomato Rice and Salad

*** On the menu ***  

 

Monday - Sardine Fish Cakes, Tomato Rice and Salad 

Tuesday - Chicken with Carrots in a tomato sauce, mashed potatoes, sauteed zucchini 

Wednesday - Amish Hamburger Steak, Egg Noodles
Thursday - * New menu kicks in *
Friday - 

Saturday -
Sunday -

 

*** What I am wearing *** 

I would give you 3 guesses, but you would probably get it right the first time....yes, my winter pajamas.  

 

 

*** On my reading pile *** 

Jonathan Cahn's The Return of the Gods.  

 

 

*** On my TV this week ***  

Youtube - Brazilian Homemaking Vlogs,
Turkish shows - Dizik Talesi, Hudutsuz Sevda

Netflix - Barbarians

*** Looking around the house *** 

I need to water my plants, and also need to carpet clean the dining room and living room.  They are the high traffic areas, so always needing a spot clean.   

 

 

*** To do list ***

Carpet clean

Water plants

Laundry

Get ready for the week, everyone is back at work tomorrow

Write up new meal plan and grocery list

 

 

 

*** From the camera *** 

I have really been enjoying my incense burners lately, just find that they are the best at making a whole room smell wonderful.  

 

*** Devotional, Prayers, Bible Verses *** 

Dear God, help us to be grateful in all situations. Show us how to speak light and goodness into our lives and the lives of those around us. Amen.

 

Happy Homemaker Monday - 12/25/2023

Good morning and Merry Christmas!

 

I am coming to you with about 4 hours of sleep, so excuse any random babbling or misspelling or anything that may seem weird. I blame the tiredness that is running through my body at the moment. We had a wonderful Christmas Eve with family, lots of delicious food and party games which always end up in laughing until your stomach hurts. 

 

We didn't get to bed until 2am, and I was up at 4:30 when our rooster decided he wanted out of the coop.  I do hope I'll get in a nap sometime today. Anyway, Merry Christmas to you all and your families. 

 

Let's get on with our last Happy Homemaker Monday of  2023. 

 

Can you believe it? Wow!

*** The Weather ***

The temperatures have dropped, and at the moment it is 25 degrees and super chilly outside.  We'll be sticking to the 50s this week. 

Monday - Sunny, 50

Tuesday - Mostly sunny, 54

Wednesday - Mostly sunny, 51

Thursday - Partly cloudy, 51

Friday - Sunny, 54

Saturday - Sunny, 59

Sunday - Partly cloudy, 59

 

 

*** Right now I am ***

Back in my bed, under the warm covers because I'm so cold. I'm typing up this post, and also watching Vikings Valhalla on Netflix.  

 

 

*** Thinking and pondering *** 

On what I want to do today, I am for sure getting rid of one of our trees, which Elliott has been shamelessly torturing for weeks. He's usually very good, but this year, he has an issue with our white tree LOL  

 

 

*** How I am feeling *** 

Tired and sore. My lower back and feet still hurt from the full day of cooking yesterday, hence why I need a nap sometime today.  

 

 

*** On the breakfast plate *** 

I've been snacking on leftovers from last night, but I did have a cup of coffee too. 

 

 

*** On the lunch plate *** 

Leftovers.

 

 

*** On the dinner plate *** 

I'll be making a Ham, scalloped potatoes, and some green beans for dinner.

*** On the menu ***  

 

Monday - Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Green Beans  

Tuesday - Beef Casserole, Salad  

Wednesday - Sardine Fish Cakes, Curried rice, Steamed Broccoli and Cauliflower
Thursday - Carne Guisada com Massa (Beef with Noodles), Sauteed Zucchini Squash
Friday - Chicken Curry and rice
Saturday - Zuppa Toscana, Grilled Cheese and Tomato
Sunday - Leftovers or sandwiches....basically fend for yourself

 

*** What I am wearing *** 

Winter pajamas.  

 

 

*** On my reading pile *** 

Jonathan Cahn's The Return of the Gods.  

 

 

*** On my TV this week ***  

Youtube - Brazilian Homemaking Vlogs,
Turkish shows - Dizik Talesi, Hudutsuz Sevda

Netflix - Vikings Valhalla

*** Looking around the house *** 

Oh boy it needs a very good clean and tidy. I am ready to get all the Christmas stuff put away and my house back to order.  

 

 

*** To do list ***

Clean up after yesterday's get together

Set up my new Espresso Maker

Laundry 

 

 

 

*** From the camera *** 

One of my Advent Calendar gifts. I ended up not showing you all the last 3 or 4 days, but I'll be making a separate post with all the gifts in one, so you can see, and for my own record as well. 

 

*** Devotional, Bible Verses *** 

And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.”Luke 2:10-11

{ Happy Homemaker Monday - 12/18/2023 }

 

Good morning friends, welcome back to my blog.

 

I have to make this a quick post, as we're heading off 2 and half hours away, for a funeral.  My husband's stepfather, passed away last week.  He was married to my mother in law, and has been having health issues for years.  Thankfully we got to talk to him last weekend when he was in the ICU, but unfortunately he passed Tuesday night.  

 

I would say I am not looking forward to today, but that would be an understatement, I don't think anyone likes funerals.  However, I really, like really dislike them.  I feel very uncomfortable during the whole process, I don't know why.  So, going to a funeral is a big thing for me, I have to mentally prepare myself.

 

Anyway, I have to get ready soon, and have just zipped around the house to get things organized before leaving for the day.  Dishes are done, kitchen is clean, living room and dining room are tidied up, and I have laundry started so I can switch it to the dryer before I leave.  I also managed to call in my yearly appointment at the Gyn, and now I have to put this post up as quickly as I can.

 

Busy day.  Hope you all have a blessed week ahead.

♥♥♥♥♥♥ 

 

 

 

*** The Weather ***

Some rain this week, some not so cold afternoons.  Typical Texas November weather.   

 

Monday - Sunny, 58

Tuesday - Mostly cloudy, 63

Wednesday - Cloudy, 67

Thursday - Rain, 64

Friday - Showers, 65

Saturday - Showers, 66

Sunday - Showers, 69

*** Right now I am ***

Working on this post and listening to a video on Rumble.         

 

*** Thinking and pondering ***

About the funeral, about what I need to get done, about Christmas.              

 

 

*** How I am feeling ***

I woke up with a pain on my left hip lower back.  I sometimes have a tendency to sleep incorrectly, where I keep my left leg fully stretched out all night, then wake up with this muscle cramp/pain.  I just hope it goes away soon, because standing on it makes it worse and I'll be doing a bit of standing around today.  

 

 

*** On the breakfast plate ***

I have had a cup of coffee, also just had 3 scrambled eggs and 2 pieces of toast.  It will have to keep me going for the whole day, until I return home to make dinner.         

 

 

*** On the lunch plate ***

No idea, probably nothing.      

 

 

*** On the dinner plate ***

I'm thinking of throwing in a Salsa Chicken in the crockpot for dinner.  Will just make some rice and a salad to go with it, when I'm home. 

 

*** On the menu ***

I will start working on the new meal plan this week, but we also have Christmas Eve coming up on Sunday and as usual, we will have all our Portuguese favorites on the table.

 

Monday - Salsa Chicken, Rice and Salad    

Tuesday - Beef Casserole, Steamed Broccoli

Wednesday - Smoked Sausage Cajun Alfredo, Garlic Bread, Salad

Thursday -  Chuck Wagon Stew, Cornbread

Friday -

Saturday -

Sunday -

 

 

*** What I am wearing ***

Winter pajamas at the moment.             

 

 

*** On my reading pile ***

Luke this month.   

Jonathan Cahn's The Return of the Gods. 

Francine River's, A Lineage of Grace.

*** On my TV this week ***

Youtube - Brazilian Homemaking Vlogs, Vlogmas, Christmas recipes

Turkish shows - Bambaska Biri, Dizik Talesi, Hudutsuz Sevda

Netflix - The Pacific, All the light we cannot see

 

*** Looking around the house ***

It's clean and tidy, but I do need to give the carpets a good clean again.  I'll have to do that tomorrow.       

 

*** To do list ***

Funeral

Christmas shopping this week

Women's Clinic tomorrow morning - we have a new doctor but she doesn't have a schedule yet, so I've been waiting since October to have my yearly check up.  However, I am on my last box of patches, so need to go in tomorrow to the contraception clinic on base, to get those prescribed until they can get me in for an appointment.

*** From the camera ***

Last year at Hobby Lobby, during the after Christmas sale, we picked up these stocking hangers for the fireplace.  I just love them so much, how adorable are they?      

 

  

*** Something to share ***

Here is some relaxing Christmas music for you all, hope you enjoy.   

 

 

*** Christmas Tips, DIY, Ideas or recipes ***

When stringing popcorn for garland, let it sit for a couple of days to get stale. Stale popcorn is easier to string.

 

I didn't think it would make a difference, but it really does.  Give it a try.
 

*** Devotional, Bible Verses ***

May He work in us what is pleasing to Him, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever and ever.  - Hebrews 13:21

Happy Homemaker Monday - 12/11/2023

 

Good morning everyone, it is a really cold morning here in Texas.  I've had to make a fire the past two days, because the mornings especially have been pretty chilly.  

 

I hope you've all had a wonderful weekend.  We have a new week ahead, as I always say, a blank slate and a chance to start fresh, remember God's mercies are new every morning. 

I need to post the Advent Calendar gifts for the past two days, I just haven't had a chance to get on the computer.  Yesterday we had a broken pipe out back, the one that connects to the toilets.  Ugh!  Thankfully my husband and brother in law, were able to get it fixed, and replace the broken seal for less than 20 dollars.  It's always something right?

Anyway, let's get going with our post.

 

Have a blessed week my friends!

♥♥♥♥♥♥ 

 

 

 

*** The Weather ***

It is cold.  We're heading into the 60s and 50s, which I'm ok with, and it also looks like we have a little rain this week as well. 

 

Monday - Sunshine, 62

Tuesday - Mostly cloudy, 63

Wednesday - Cloudy, 52

Thursday - Cloudy, 56

Friday - Rain, 51

Saturday - Partly cloudy, 53

Sunday - Partly cloudy, 61

*** Right now I am ***

Listening to a podcast, and typing up this post, while talking on Telegram with my stepmother.       

 

*** Thinking and pondering ***

Christmas, just concentrated on getting everything ready and done.            

 

 

*** How I am feeling ***

I'm doing well, thankfully.  Finally over the cold, still have a little congestion but the cough is pretty much gone.

 

 

*** On the breakfast plate ***

I just had 2 sausage biscuits, the little frozen ones that you microwave.  I didn't eat dinner last night, just wasn't hungry.  

I've had a cup of coffee, but will have another in about an hour.        

 

 

*** On the lunch plate ***

I may make a grilled cheese and tomato sandwich.      

 

 

*** On the dinner plate ***

Roasted Fish fillets with peppers and tomatoes, roasted potatoes, fried green beans.      

 

*** On the menu ***

 

Monday - Roasted Fish fillets with peppers and tomatoes, roasted potatoes, fried green beans    

Tuesday - Stuffed Green Peppers, Salad

Wednesday - Beer and Onion Bratwurst, mashed potatoes

Thursday -  Roast chicken legs, tomato and garlic spaghetti, salad

Friday - Oklahoma Fried Onion Burgers, Fries, Mozzarella Sticks

Saturday - Crockpot Salsa chicken and rice, sauteed kabocha squash

Sunday - Chuck Wagon Stew, Cornbread

 

 

*** What I am wearing ***

Just my pajamas at the moment.  Probably throw on some sweats later.           

 

 

*** On my reading pile ***

Luke this month.   

Jonathan Cahn's The Return of the Gods. 

Francine River's, A Lineage of Grace.

*** On my TV this week ***

Youtube - Brazilian Homemaking Vlogs, Vlogmas, Christmas recipes

Turkish shows - Bambaska Biri, Dizik Talesi, Hudutsuz Sevda

Netflix - The Pacific, All the light we cannot see

 

*** Looking around the house ***

The fireplace is looking empty, it needs my Christmas village which I haven't been able to get up yet.  I plan on doing that today.      

 

*** To do list ***

Usual homemaking

Laundry

Decorate the real Christmas tree 

*** From the camera ***

It's pecan harvest time, so this is a constant scene in our home.    

 

 

 

*** Something to share ***

Do you know the story behind the Christmas Cards?  Well here's a really short video explaining, I think you'll enjoy it as much as I did. 

 

 

 

 

*** Christmas Tips, DIY, Ideas or recipes ***

Condiment bottle for easy icing decorations
Decorating cookies for the holidays is always fun and festive, especially when the whole family gets involved. Want to make it easier to be precise and cleaner with that icing, then just use plastic condiment bottles to squeeze your way to perfection.

 

 

*** Devotional, Bible Verses ***

Read Luke 11 today....
 

Stitchmas Advent Calendar - Day Eight

 

Alright, it is Day Eight of our twelve days of Advent Calendar, and I can't believe how quickly these days have already passed.  Feels like I just opened Day One and here we are, just 4 more after today, to open.  I'm already feeling sad about that thought. 

However, I am very happy with all the goodies I already got and am very much looking forward to starting on the project kits.

So, let's see what is in envelope number 8.  

 

Day Eight

 

Oh my goodness, it's another adorable kit to make.  That is just the sweetest little sign isn't it?

 

I love wood, love wooden projects, wooden home decorations, just find them so rustic and beautiful, so this is right up my alley.   It brings the instructions, the little wooden sign, the dowel to hang it from, and a knitting needle crochet hook.  Love!!!

It does not include the yarn though, so I'll have to go and take a look at the instructions to see the colors needed and will have to go by Hobby Lobby for those.  

 

Just beautiful, I especially love the wooden sign with the wood burned trees and snow covered homes.  

I really can't believe I only have four more envelopes to open, I wish it would just keep going and going, but oh well.

Anyway, I hope you've enjoyed the peek into today's gift.  Come back tomorrow to see the next day's gift, will you?

Stitchmas Advent Calendar - Day Seven

 

 

It's day seven, and we have quite a big envelope to open, so I'm gonna jump right in, open it up and see what is inside.

 

By the way, I mentioned in my first Stitchmas post, where I got the Calendar, but if anyone is still wondering, it is from Hobby Lobby and my husband bought it for me last year, during the after Christmas sale they were having.

 

I tried to look online, but it doesn't seem that this is a yearly thing, I don't know if this was a one time Advent Calendar they made.  But if you're looking for others similar to this, I think Hobby Lobby may have some.

 

 

Day Seven

 

 

 

Ooohhhh so today we got some wrapping paper, three sheets of the cutest paper, which I have to be honest, I don't plan on using to wrap presents.  I am going to keep it for something else, maybe a different project, or maybe to cover a special notebook, I don't know, but I can't bear to think of wrapping a gift and then seeing this gorgeous paper torn apart.

What can I say, I just can't!  Hahahaha

 

Also, got some really adorable gift tags and some more washi tape.  I think I'm going to have to start scrapbooking or something, to use all the cute washi tape I've received so far. 

 

 

Look at that tape, especially the one with the tiny houses on it.  How adorable is that?  My word!

 

I am very curious as to what is in Day Eight.

Stitchmas Advent Calendar - Day Six

 

 

Day 6.....I am just itching to get that bag open.

 

First I wanted to let you know that, I had all these posts ready to go and was supposed to schedule them to be published each day, and completely forgot to.  So this morning, when I came to do today's advent, I realized that nothing had been published, it was just sitting in the background, so to speak.

 

Oh boy!  This is what happens when you're sick and your mind stops working normally.

 

But anyway, they're all up now, so you can go back and take a look at the previous days gifts.  Let me know what you think of the gifts I've received so far, because I am in love with each one.

 

Ready? 

Day Six

 

Oohhh, I have no clue what is in there.  It looks like tubes?

I dumped it out, and the first thing that actually fell out was this adorable yarn cutter.  Can you see the razor on the right side, it's right between my ring finger and my pinky.  It's the cutest thing ever, and I know it's going to make cutting yarn much easier, especially when I'm switching colors.

 

So the tubes are empty.  They almost look like lipsticks don't they?  I don't know what they're for, but I think I may use one for my stitch markers, one for my embroidery needles and the others I'm not sure yet, I will figure it out.  

I am going to go through my project bag and see what little items I can hold in those.  They are just so cute though, I love all the patterns.

 

Another day, and yet another bag full of the cutest nick nacks and gadgets for my stitching, crochet projects.

 

Would it be cheating if I opened Day Seven already?  Yes?  Ok, I'll wait.  I'll just see you tomorrow for the next advent gift. 

Stitchmas Advent Calendar - Day Five

 

Alright, come on in and sit with me, I've been waiting for you to open this next bag and see what awaits us today.

Just a quick word first.  I know I haven't been posting much, so I thought that the Advent Calendar would be the best way to go.  It forces me to sit down and not only take pictures of every gift I open but to come in and share it with you.  I hope you're enjoying it as much as I am, I only wish you all had one of these to open too, because the little gifts inside are some of the best I've ever seen.

Four days down, moving on to day five, are you ready?

 

Day Five

 

This one blew me away as well.  I can't.  I just can't, and I know I keep saying that, but I really can't.  LOL

This one is called Deck the Halls Garland and it is just gorgeous.  The bag was a bit heavy so I wasn't sure what could be inside, but boy was I surprised.  

So for the garland it brings the instructions, which are actually on the back of the picture of the project.  It also brings a bag of big wooden beads and then the yarn and the thread, plus a small bag with the tiny little white pompoms.

This is another project that I can not wait to make and have for next year.  I have the just the right box to put the finished projects in, to keep them safe for next Christmas.

 

I'm almost afraid to say it, but with each day, the gifts keep getting better.  I have tried to imagine what I could possibly find in the next day's bag, but I have no clue, which makes it even more exciting. 

Counting down the hours for Day 6.