From the monthly archives:

October 2008

It’s still fall, not ready for snow YET!

by Teemie on October 29, 2008

Learning how to crop my pictures. How I am I doing?

 My dear friend Suse helped me out…

Take a fall tour, one last time this season as IT’S SNOWING HERE IN ALMONT MICHIGAN!

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Oh oh got to go, my daughter just hit the tree backing out of the yard…………
 
 

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Frugal Decorating with Quilts

by Teemie on October 27, 2008

Quilts are wonderful!  The warmth they bring, not only with the mix of colors, each and every stitch was made with love.  They lend themselves to simple, easy ways of adding a fresh touch to any room without any fuss.  A classic for decorating in any style.
 
This crazy quilt was purchased at the local flea [...]

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Sun-Pit Event

by Teemie on October 23, 2008

Please note changes due to Almont Raiders being in the play offs.
It’s expanded  and has earlier times.
I have two Raiders this year. GO RAIDERS!
It amazes me how many folks stop by here and the farm studio to ask about the sun-pit  greenhouse. I must  share more on this subject as I believe everyone should have one in their [...]

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Autumn On The Farm

by Teemie on October 22, 2008

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Isn’t it beautiful?
 I am so thankful for the beauty that surrounds me. Blessing me with each new day.
I love this way of life. There are times it’s hard but the perks… there are so many. 
This is a view from my side porch. Happy expectant milk cows, enjoying the sunny fall day.
The Sugar Maples have begun to [...]

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Frugal Fall Touch

by Teemie on October 20, 2008

 
Still  feeling inspired and challenged with the home décor demonstration from the  recent  Farm Girl Revival, September 27th, at Yule Love It Lavender Farm. The challenge?  To use what I have on hand to decorate. Trying to be frugal as possible on decorations for the holidays.
Using what is at hand makes it much more interesting, don’t you think? 
 
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PRETTIES

by Teemie on October 15, 2008

This is a basket of fresh cut herbs I delivered back on September 25th for the Sheep & Wool Festival lamb’s marinate; rosemary, lemon thyme, spearmint, tarragon and oregano.  
I was delighted to be able to provide them with  “Country Blooms all naturally grown” herbs from my sun-pit greenhouse and gardens for such an event.
The vintage sugar [...]

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mini rosemary topiary

by Teemie on October 15, 2008

Peeking in my west window to catch some fresh views to share, a spider spun it’s web as I shot the pictures.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Mid October Gathering

by Teemie on October 13, 2008

The photo is fuzzy but the colors……….,I had to post it. Tried to sharpen the focus with editing. Still so much to learn….
Surround yourself with beauty when healing from anything! I’ve been recouping for the event planning this last week, more mental fatigue then anything else.
We’ve had two hard frosts, but we’re blessed a few [...]

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Thank you!

by Teemie on October 7, 2008

Thank you for stopping by during the Country Heritage Color Tour 2008.
And Thank You for taking time to fill out the poll.
We all appreciate  that so many of you took the time and gas to come discover the
off-the-beaten-path destinations.
We do hope you enjoyed your visits and shopping.  Hang onto those maps and please do come [...]

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