The Kindness Of Others!

I consider myself a blessed person with the friends I have and have had in my life. I am always amazed by the kindess that others show me. I have met many wonderful folks here in the land of www but one I must honor today is none other then Victoria Lynn of Kentucky Primitives.

Last week I went to Victoria's site and saw that she had this wonderful olde time cotton batting listed on her site.

Long story short I was having internet/p.c. issues and I couldn't order it. So I emailed her and asked to order some. She requested my addy and shipped it off. I waited for the invoice to come and sent her a note. She said nope- it is on me along with many glowing words of kindness and well it gave me a big head for a minute.!!!!

Then her sweet package arrived with more glowing words of kindness. Now I do NOT know what I have ever done to deserve such sweet words/kindness but I had tears in my eyes when I read her note.

So from the bottom of my heart Victoria thank you!

She has added many wonderful goodies and patterns to her site. I am making her sheep for my show and can't wait to do them. so off to work I go my friends.

Blessings ,Pea

Olde Colonial Peddler Give away!

Hello My friends,

My friend Shay is having a give away with some wonderful goodies. Now the only thing I ask is that if you win the noise makers you must send them to me...! LOL All the offerings are wonderful but I am smitten with them noise makers.

So go enter and perhaps you will win... and I will cry. LOL

Have a wonderful day.

Pea

TEACHERS PET

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Little Orville is such a stinker for teasing Ms. Red Embacker with that Candy corn. Which just happens to be her favorite candy in the whole wide world. I don't know, do you think he is gonna get away with it? He is after all the teachers Pet!

This is one of those designs that makes me giggle. I was on the phone with a friend and I kept cracking up as I was working on. I recall she called me a big goof! LOL After this week a giggle was nice for a change.

INFACT!!! I must credit Tonya of Back Porch Pickins for the candy/corn/teasing part of this design. I had the design almost done with the mouse/title- but was kinda stuck on the what "else" part. She came in and saved my day. LOL

This piece will be listed for sale Soon! Keep watching for details.

Till then may the Lord bless you and keep you.

Time

Hands of Time they matter not.

When one is deeply in thy thoughts.

Dawn turns Dusk and then again.

Time is foe and yet a friend.

By P.E. Saathoff Sept 26, 2008 In loving memory of My Aunt Valene Duffy

Time was not a friend to me today as I found out my Dear Aunt Val passed away. She lived a good long life and passed peacefully and I should be happy at that. But somehow it is more bitter then sweet at this moment. It is the ones who are left with the memories and sorrow that face yet another day either joyfully or bitterly that are on my mind.

I will try and sleep tonight and let tomorrow bring sun or rain. But either way it will be decided for me before I rise.

Till then my sweets sleep well.

Hugs,Pea

Marley~A Special Order~

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I finally got this special order done. I had to do him just a bit different from the pattern but I must say that this pattern of Soft in the head is a wonderful pattern and Pam is a very clever designer on many points. Thank you Pam! I am pleased with him, and so is the customer so that is what matters most. He makes me chuckle at his grumpy face.

Now I have website stuff to get done did I say Quick? Like lightning. So Offffffffffff I go my friends. Till next time.
Hugs,Pea

Fat Jaks blog give away

Jackie of Fat Jak Originals is having a wonderful Give away. She has three creations that you get to choose from and customize especially to your taste. Now how awesome is that? That is wonderful of her. Especially in the midst of her going through a flood recently. Damage in her basement and loosing precious treasures. Please go peek at her wonderful creation. A artists touch for certain.

I am busy hard at work with my special orders. I am seeing the end of the tunnel and ready to start working on a new pattern. I am very excited about that.
Well my friends I do have to get back to work or I will never get anything done.
Have a wonderful evening.
Hugs,Pea

Scarlett~ WINTER'S WITCH

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Well I had every intention of listing Scarlett~ Winter's Witch but she was seen by a customer and she had to go live with her. I really pulled out all the stops on this little gal. She has 2 hats, yep, 2 hats for 2 different looks, a banner/flag, and sweet purse too. Did I mention her little shoes. They are so sweet. I would have kept this little gal but I am thrilled that she sold so quickly and is going to such a good home. I have to Thank Tonya for the color choice on this little gal. I had the idea for Winter's witch and she said black and red. It all came together in Montana when I found that striped fabric. Thank you my friend.

Now I have nothing for ebay... Oh well not going so well there this week anyway. Maybe I can get one thing done for ebay this week. We shall see.

I have lots to do and don't get it done when I am here, so am off to play and work, work and play.

Have a wonderful week my friends.

Hugs,Pea

~New Dolly~

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Good evening Everyone,

I have finished up my dolly and am very glad that she is done. I think she turned out so sweet and will be more then happy to list her on ebay tomorrow. I am very excited about this little gal. No name yet but I am sure it will come to me.

Just a peek at her for now. Don't wanna give it all away till tomorrow. tee hee!

Till then have a wonderful evening and be good. ;)

hugs,Pea

grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

Just found out that the dingleberries at EBAY have removed the art doll and primitive pulse pages. WHAT THE HELL FOR? It is ART for crying out loud. Well a form of art. Just major suckage as far as I am concerned.
They are making it loud and clear that they don't want our form of art on their site. Well they don't get how much of OUR money they GET!!! The fat lady hasn't sang yet but someone needs to fire the CEO!
Peeved P.

MIGRAINS!

I hate migrains and I get them now and then. It seems to come at the worst time too. I was rushing to get my dolly done for ebay and low and behold I woke up with the dirty bugger yesterday. I worked through it till about 5 :30 and then I could not work through it any longer. I was sick to my stomach, head was swirling like a roller coaster and thought i would pass out in my studio with a needle or something worse in my hands. I grabbed a wash rag- nice and cold and hit the couch. I layed there dead to the world till about midnight this morning and got up and ate cereal, I hadn't eatten yesterday feeling yicky. Took the big kahuna meds & went back to couch and out again till 8:30 this morning. MY GOD! Got some sleep anyway. Now I am a rushing like a mad woman to get all my goodies done today and this weekend finishing up all my orders. I hate listing on Thursday but thursday is better then not at all I guess.

Have a good one and be posting this sweetie sometime today. Hugs,Pea

Pea HIT THE JACK~POT!!!

My Group WSOAPP has been having a Fall/ Halloween swap. I was the lucky gal to get Karmen from Crows in the Holler.
She does lovely work and boy did she ~SPOIL ME!~

I received this lovely dolly which I love. Well wouldn't you? She is so pretty and a witch as well and I collect both. Plus a little clay pumpkin bucket too. How darling.

Then she sent all these other wonderful goodies along with her. The rusty pumpkin and cinnamon candle, Yummy chocolates which disappeared very quickly- LOL and wood acorns.

The acorns now that was kinda funny. You see my family is German. The Germans believe that acorns are a sign of luck and prosperity. I love acorns! They are one of my favorite things to study. So that was very touching. Then if that wasn't enough she also sent this cool battery candle light. I love candle lights and candles as well. So from the bottom of my heart Karmen. Thank you so very much!!!

Big hugs,Pea

SNOW BUNNY SHAKER

STILL HOMELESS!
Sometimes things just fight me and this week was no exception. I guess I do try too hard. I hate and love deadlines. I like them because they keep me on track but I hate them cause they sneak up on me.. LOL
I had the cutest little dolly planned for my Pfatt Marketplace this month but she is holding out for another day I guess.

I managed to get this sweet little bunny done thanks to a little help from a friend. Thanks!:)

My swap stuff is complete finally and going out the door to my very patient partner. Thanks so much deb for being so patient with me.
Have a good one everyone. I am off to clean a house, so I can sneak away to create this evening.
Hugs,Pea

GRAND OPENING

It is the Grand Opening of our new store at WSOAPP!

Go check out all the wonderful works of art!
Blessings,Pea

Miracles for Mallory

I finally got my piece done for the auction. I had it almost done late last night and about 4 inches from being done, I ran out of thread. I was so upset and do you think I had a extra of that DMC color?-nope! So off to the store this morning to get home and finish it up.

I chose to do a penny rug rather then a dolly. There are so many wonderful doll Artists that will have their dollies up for auction, that I decided I needed to do something in wool. I do love working with wool and this piece is so much fun.
A pattern from Stacy West was used to make it. I think it turned out very nice and hope it does well for this worthy cause.
Please take a moment on the Sept 7th and peek at the offerings. I know there will be wonderful offerings from the best of the best!
Have a wonderful weekend. I am back to work.
Blessings,Pea

CHESTER SCARECROW AND RAVEN SHAKER

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OMG I just love this little guy. Just got him done and couldn't wait to show you all.
He turned out so very nice. I listed him on eBay for 7 days. You can see all his pictures and description there.

I have been BUSY all day! Working like a mad woman. I have about 7 projects going at once.
I am almost done with the gift for Mallory's auction. I will show ya pictures of that tomorrow. I might just surprise ya with that piece.
Well I think it is time for dinner. Haven't had a thing since noon and about starved.
Till tomorrow have a good evening.
Blessings,Pea

Frogetta 2

STILL HOMELESS:(
Hello My friends,
It seems that my days are going too fast and I am still moving in slow motion. Don't know what the problem is but seem to find high gear. Somebody come give me a jump start! LOL
I did manage to get another frog done. I like this one as much as the first. Couldn't resist that silly sign. Oh so cute. Makes me giggle. Inspired by Soft in the Head as was the first.
Have a great day everyone. Back to find my high geer. Maybe some sugar will help.
Hugs,Pea

Help Us make a Miracle

MIRACLES FOR MALLORY***
I AM VERY HONORED TO BE A PART OF THIS WONDERFUL AUCTION. PLEASE JOIN ME AS MANY WONDERFUL ARTISTS LIKE BACK PORCH PICKINS, SOFT IN THE HEAD, ALLEGHENNY ANNIES, CROWING ABOUT PRIMITIVES, DOG PATCH PRIMITIVES AND MANY MORE INCLUDING PEA PICKER'S PRIMITIVES, TO NAME JUST A FEW. WILL BE DONATING ONE OF A KIND ART TO RAISE MONEY FOR THIS WONDERFUL CAUSE.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS AND COME AND JOIN THE FUN WHILE YOU DO SOMETHING WONDERFUL! I, ALONG, WITH OTHER ARTISTS ARE CONTRIBUTING OUR CREATIONS TO TRY AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE. COME AND BID AND MAKE ONE TOO!

I'M BACK!!!

HOME




Hello My friends,
I have returned from a very lovely and hard week at the same time. I had fun but it is all so bittersweet.

My father was putting on the tough act while I was there but I could tell it was a struggle. Mom was killing herself not wearing her cast and running around. I got very angry with her but she is 73 yrs old. What can a youngin say to someone that old and set in their own ways?
Here you will see my folks and daddy's garden. He planted this all himself by laying in the dirt to do it. That is how he gets his crop and weeds it. He lays in the dirt as he can't do it any other way. That is one stubburn man!!!

Look at his flowers. They are beautiful. This is where I grew up and I wouldn't change a thing. His sunflowers are just lovely and something that always makes me think of him. See the little bee?

Well I have alot of catching up to do and auctions projects to do. I did get some stitching done while I was home. I have to finish up the edges and put a back on it. I will show you all that in a day or two.
Have a good one. Hugs,Pea

Ol' Time Noise Makers

Hello everyone,
what a week. I tell ya if I get to sit for two minutes it will be something.
I have just listed a set of three noise makers on eBay.
I made these my version of a Back Porch Pickins pattern. Thank you my friend. What a joy they were to make.*SMIRK*

I feel like I could sleep for a week. I am rushing like a mad woman to take off in two days for sweet Home- Montana. Ya see my pa isn't well and then Ma had to go and trip over the dog. She be hobbling around like a crazy woman so I am off to give them a hand and leaving my bunch to do for themselves. OH boy I don't want to think about the house when I get back. Or anything else for that matter.
I will be checking my email and around here but it will be limited as Mom has dial up. I know, I know who still has that? A lady that barely knows how to send a email... So hopefully I can teach her a thing or two as well. Ha ha!
Be good ya' all and I will be back before ya know it!
Hugs,Pea

DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE (c)2008

OHHHHHHHHHH I know but I couldn't resist making another one. I have one more planned and I think it will be out of my system. It is listed on eBay
I just love how these turn out. I am having so much fun with them.. I feel a bit naughty when I make the wicked side...A big goober huh? But ya know it is fun to be naughty now and then... LOL


I am afraid that will be it for a few days. I am toast girls. I have sewed and painted myself to a frazzle and I am wiped out. I don't know how some of you do this..?
Have a great week my friends. I am off to relax for a bit.
Hugs,Pea

HOCUS POCUS

WICKED COMES THIS WAY! A bit of nice too. Teee hee.
OH I am Most proud of this piece. You have heard the phrase two heads are better then one? Well that is the inspiration for this piece. It is a witch make do placed on a Antique candle stick. I found it at one of my local haunts. Then I did two different faces on each side of the head. One is a sweet, pretty witch named Hocus. The wicked witch is Pocus.


This piece is listed on ebay for a week.

Other then finishing up this dolly was a pretty slow day. Just playing in the studio and will be in there all week. Will update soon!
Have a great week. Blessings,Pea

Gone Fishing...

My hubby and my youngest son Ty, set out last Sunday to go try and find me some trout for dinner. Do you see all the big ones they caught? LOL Yep, they got nada.. They did get this cool picture of the beaver damn though. It is off to the left of my son there in the pic. Goofy boy with a hat. LOL

This is at Mission Lake. Pretty little spot not far from us. Very peaceful. I think I might need to go catch my own supper. I am the fisherman in the family. or should I say fisherwoman... Maybe I can catch a good picture or two.
Blessings for a wonderful weekend.
Pea

DID SOMEONE SAY GIVE AWAY?

Oh My! A blog give away is going to happen here on "Soft in the Head" on August 10th....Check back and see what the the Ol' Softee has up her sleeve!!!!

Soft in the head is having a give away... Let me tell ya I am already on that! LOl crossing everything now hoping I win...

You should be afraid

From the darkest shadows of the castle, her scent lingers. Her beauty over powering, her charm hypnotic. But be wary my friend for she is your FOE. She is none other then the Sorceress Morgana La Faye. Find her whole story and detailed pictures on ebay.

This beauty may be sweet looking but mark my words my friends she has a dark side.. LOL OH what fun this little gal was. Trying to make her pretty with a bit of up to something look... Worked on it for over 5 days none stop. Choosing just the right fabrics and trims. I have had this head with those eyes staring at me for about 2 months now and I couldn't stand it any longer. LOL
So now off to make something prim and funky. NOpe never do the same thing twice. Switch things around and tis my curse and my blessings. I don't get bored, cause I don't even know what I will do next. LOL Just what God gives me and nothing more.
Have a great day!
Blessings,Pea

New Website

Hello,
I am on a new website. YEH! I got invited awhile ago and I am very excited about this venture.
It is called A Time for Primitives Magazine.
I created 2 new pieces just this new venture. Please wander over there and check it out.

I started my stuff for pfatt marketplace and ebay as well. I am a busy little Pea. LOL
So watch for sneak Peeks of that stuff in a few days.
Till then play nice kiddies.
Blessings,Pea

Oh how cute

I was emailed this morning by this sweet little gal that won my Jack pattern on pfatt marketplace last month. Here is the link.
She is too funny. Seems Jack is getting around. LOL

Then Sweet Maggie of Ceder Hill Primitives has made Jack too.

I love the way she did him in the stocking. Take a peek at this wonderful creation.

Agatha Crabapples

Oh she is up to something... I just love how this witch turned out. She is listed on Ebay.
You view all her pictures and description there. Busy working on new items.
See you all later. hugs,Pea

where did the time go?

OMG my baby is almost grown? Senior pictures already? How could this be?
I am floored that my daughter has one more year of school and she will be gone? Now I feel so old and I am not. This is what we wanted, our children while we were young so that we could spend more time together. How did I blink and it all come to be?
hugs and kiss your babies cause this will be your wondering mind someday. They may drive you batty and interrupt while you are on the phone, or even follow you like lost pups but enjoy this time. Soon will be the last thought on their minds. They will have boyfriend or girlfriends, cell phones, cars and dances. You will simply be the check book and all you will hear on a daily basis is OH MOM! LOL
So hug them my friend and if you don't have the 2 legged kids and only 4 legged babies then give them a treat. Cause they are alot less work. *SMIRK*

Whooo HOO Lets Party

OMG,
Jenny of Wonders of Whimsy

I am the 1st prize winner! WHoo HOO Oh what a lucky Pea I am... Tee hee
Thank you so very much Jenny.
Blessings,Pea

Halloween banner and Gabby

Gracie Ann

Just a little

(The Indians called this the Wall of tears and My FAVORITE spot in MOntana- My thinking spot.)


Home sick. Just a little bit and I am sure it will pass but I loved the warm weather time in Montana. YOu had to enjoy every minute of while you could as our summers were very short. Our weekly trip to Glacier National Park, Holter Lake and camping were things I looked forward to. Not to mention I got to go to camp up in the Yellowstone area and we always took a day trip there at least twice a year. These places were my play grounds. I was chatting with Mom about the 4th of July. How we used to go and sit and watch the fireworks be shot off the butte. The one you see here top picture. Or if we were camping then over the lake.
The Great Falls


Heavens Peek

I don't know why, I live in a beautiful area but I just miss Glacier most of all. I spent as much time there as I could and by the pictures I hope you will see why. If you ever get the chance Visit the Big Sky Country. It will surly be a trip you won't forget.
~P

Blog Award

Hello Everyone Dear Deena of http://ewenmeprintables.blogspot.com/
nominated me for this award. How nice! now the rules are as follows.

The rules for receiving this award are
1) Put the logo on your blog.
2) Add a link to the person who awarded you.
3) Nominate at least 7 other blogs.
4) Add links to those blogs on yours.
5) Leave a message for your nominees on their blogs

I know a few folks are tag free and I am afraid that this will be my last tag although Greatly appreciate the THOUGHT, I just am a bad blogger and do not have time to devote to these things. I am trying to post more often but never seem to do things. Just lazy. I don't want to hurt anyones feelings at all. I think it is sweet of them to think of me.. Thank you Deena!
So I nominate
Jenny of wonders of whimsys
cookie of http://curds-and-whey.blogspot.com/
Renee of http://birchberryfarms.blogspot.com/

Now I know this only 3 but these are folks that will post it.

Oh lookie what I found!!

I just couldn't resist these sweet little faces on ebay. I got these little cards on ebay from a member of a former group of mine. http://www.magpiefeathers.blogspot.com/
Meg or Nutmeg her friends call her, is a very talented artist and these adorable little cards prove it. I am going to frame one of each for my studio and use the others for cards for friends. I think I need to get one more. I have a cool frame with three slots. Might even have to make new curtains?mmmmmmmmmmmmmm Now I am going and as if I don't have enought to do. Thank you again Nutmeg, I will chat with you soon.
Hugs,Pea

A candle Give Away!

I found another give away. A very sweet gal over at (Jenny) http://dailydoseofmotherhood.blogspot.com/ is giving away some her yummy wickless candles and a burner too. Aren't these cute in the little tins? Wow weee I do love a give away. They are trying to decide on new scents and a want folks to help pick. So go vote and enter.
Have a wonderful weekend. I have family and meatballs to enjoy.
Blessings,Pea

Jingle Belle

I know it seems a bit too early for Christmas but Pfatt Marketplace is having our Christmas in July Celebration. As you all know I love Christmas almost as much as Halloween so ofcourse I had to make a dollie for that too. *Giggle*
Miss Jingle Belle or Belle as I call her is so sweet. I am really happy with how she came out. She sure fought me for awhile but I won in the end. Who knows how she would look if she hadn't fought me so hard. Some dolls just don't want to be easy for some reason and I often wonder if other artists have this problem too?

Anyway Miss Belle turned out in the end and I am glad. I was up wayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy to late for three days with this one. I am toast. So off to bed with me.
have a good one.
Blessings,Pea

http://www.pfattmarketplace.com/peapickersprimitives.html

Wonders of Whimsy's Goodie Give away

Hello Everyone,
I am a bad blogger and you all know that about me. Too many pots on the stove boiling over at once. LOL

My friend Jenny of Wonder's Of Whimsy's is having a wonderful give away. Go and post a comment to her blog and you COULD win a wonderful piece of art! Here is just some of the goodies you could win. Who does love a new purse and better yet you get it for free... LOL HURRY it ends soon!

OOOXXX,P

AHHHHHHHHHHH SO SWEET!

My Dear Friend is so good to me. She sent me goodies. Fabric and trims galore. I happen to mention that I was hunting up fabric and she bought this stuff for me to brighten my day. These are the best kind of friends. NOt because she bought me fabric although I am easily bribed with fabric- KIDDING- LOL but because she took time out of her day to think of me, spend her time and money. I don't know how I will ever repay her kindness but I love ya! You know who you are! A Pearl in a ocean full of folks. That one rare beauty. Thank you my friend.
Hugs,Pea

Free Goodies Give Away

Howdie,
My friend Tonya of Back Porch Pickins (http://backporchpickins.blogspot.com/)is having a give away of these wonderful handmades. I personally think she should just pack it up and send it to me but then I bet you are thinking the same thing... Giggle~

Oh what a busy girl I have been. I had some special orders to fill and trying to get all of them done and start on my pfatt marketplace stuff has left me just plain worn out. I feel it the most on Sundays as I get up early and stay up wayyyyyyyyyyy to late burning way past midnight on Saturday. Why do I do that? I don't have a clue other than when I am on a roll I can't stop.
I will show ya pictures in a bit.
Have a good night.
P.

SHHHHHHHHHHHHHH it's a secret!

Can you keep a secret? I made this little ghost shaker named Eerie Earnie-(C 2008 Pea Pickers Primitives Original) for a friends birthday this month. Oh I just know that she is gonna love him. Your birthday only comes once a year so I wanted to do something special for her. Ya know what I mean? She adores halloween so I know she will like this piece. I think he is cute and kinda spooky all at once.
I have a few more goodies planned for her surprise. Nope she don't read blogs so no worries there unless YOU tell Her. LOL
Well off to the studio with me. I have lots of making and sewing to do. I will try and show you what I got done tomorrow.
Be good and remember- SHHHHHHHHHHHH don't tell! LOL
hugs,Pea

~SNEAK PEEK~ PFREAKY PFATT PFRIGHT

oH hOW i lovE TO make All Hallows Eve items. Pfatt market place is having our annual Freaky Pfatt Fest will be starting at midnight tonight, Pacific time.


I made a *NEW* dolly just for this event. I just love how she came out.

There will also be prizes including 2 of my Halloween Patterns. So be sure to check it out and sign up for the give aways.

Queen Aquinah Ant and Baby Althea

Queen Aquinah and Baby Althea are listed on EBAY.



Full of detail and Summer Thyme Charm.


Busier then ever this week. Off to work I go. Better make a witch cause I must be wicked this week. LOL
have a wonderful week.
Blessings,Pea

Americana Star Quilt and Bowl filler

Still just as busy as yesterday. I think I am really on a roll. I might have to pass out sometime this week but till then day lights a wasting. LOL

I have just listed this Original Designed quilt and bowl filler on ebay with my Pomm ebay group. There is a lot of hand work in that group like in the old days so I thought since this was stitched entirely by hand that it should fit right in there. The bowl filler was made on machine but the banner and all the other work was done by hand. This little quilt measure 19 x 19 and would be wonderful on a dinning room table with a old dough bowl on it. I am offering free shipping on this piece as well.
The link is below, so you can see all the detail pictures.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260245500165

Have a very blessed and relaxing day. Off to work we go.
Blessings,Pea

ETSY MOTHER LOAD

What a busy holiday I had. I have been sorting, straightening and loading lots of goodies into my etsy. I have a LOT more to put on there.

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5160612

Here is a list of just a few things I have available.
wool thread and trims, more patterns, My mischief maker pumpkin, americana bunny 6 pc set,vintage jello molds, 1934 Herseys cookbook, Vintage apron and splatterware mugs.


I have old photos, more threads, vintage trims, post cards and lots more to list. As well as a few old frames and paintings. Watch often as I get things done I will be listing them over the next few weeks. Many items are one only so you don't want to miss out. I have priced these items to move out and will combine shipping first class when ever possible.



Have a wonderful week. I have to go clean up my room so I can make a dolly or two or three?! Hope I can keep up with my brain. LOL
Blessings,Pea

The Eagle has Landed... LOL

What I mean is that I finally got this piece done. WHEW! It made from wool and was fun to make. I have it listed on ebay and you can see all the details there. It is so much nicer in person. Love to use wool for my creations.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260242370019&ssPageName=ADME:L:LCA:US:1123

What a busy weekend I have had.
Run, run, and running.
Today I spent the day playing catch up in the garden- first time all year. The grass was 12 inches tall in some places. All that rain makes it grow. So we got that mowed and I got over one half of one of the flower beds weeded. Will finish that up tomorrow hopefully no rain to stop me. Laundry and ya know the ususal house wife stuff. Got the eagle done and took me over a hour to list it. Hubby just wanted to chat. I loves him dearly but why are they always chatty when you are working? LOL
So now back to halloween. Gonna be fun.
Have a blessed week. Pop in to say "hello" if you have a minute.
Blessings,Pea

Mischief Maker and Midnight Prowler

I love halloween and couldn't wait to Jump in and make something for it.
I saw the pattern for this cat in a book I have and had to make it. Then I decided that a pumpkin was in order as well. OH what fun these are.
They are really pretty big. Around 18 inches tall each and 30 inches around.
I have listed the Mischief Maker Pumpkin Man on ebay, it ends on Tuesday Evening.


http://cgi.ebay.com/Primitive-Folk-Art-HALLOWEEN-Pumpkin-Doll-WSOAPP_W0QQitemZ260238653168QQihZ016QQcategoryZ1217QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

The Cat is going to be featured on Pfatt tonight at Midnight.
http://www.pfattmarketplace.com/peapickersprimitives.html

HAVE THE MOST WONDERFUL MOTHER'S DAY!!! Even if your babies are the 4 legged kind. LOL

working on?

Halloween! I love it, get totally wrapped up that holiday. My favorite.
THis is a little hint on what I am working on. Off to work with me, I will be back in a few days when I am done.
Blessings,Pea

Almostttttttttt

Well I worked a bit this weekend, very busy at that. But I just have to whip the back piece on and girls it is done. I am so very happy with it and to know that it is almost done. Dollies are soo calling my name. LOL
well got to cook dinner so I can play. Finish this up. YEH.
Have a wonderful day.
Blessings,Pea

Sweet Strawberry Sally

Whoo HOo! She is finally done. I had her done but had to make all her stuff. What would a girl be without stuff? LOL
I am so very pleased with her. She is so possitivly huggable in person. Thank you Tonya for being my inspiration.

This little gal is listed on ebay. Along with her 4 strawberries. Yep, you get three big fat strawberries to place in your favorite bowl. I have her and the strawberries in my big wooden bowl and it looks so cute.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=260232845304&ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT&ih=016

well now I have to go clean the studio so I can create the next piece. Got to keep working. No rest for the wicked. Gee I went to church thought that might help. LOL Guess need a bit more instruction.. LOL
have a wonderful spring thyme week filled with precious memories.
Pea

More shakers?

I have been busy making more shakers. I know you all are probably sick of seeing them, but I have so much fun with them. I had a customer request for these and I really like the way they turned out. The elephant is my favorite but not because of the political party just cause he is so sweet. They both turned out nice. They are getting packed up to go to their new home. Thank you my friend!

well I am off to make a dollie calling my name. Do a bit of playing with the 4 legged kids and straighten up so not so much to do tomorrow. I hate Mondays. House cleaning. I would rather stay in the studio and make dollies. But then I figure if that is all I did it would get boring and be harder to create.
Have a wonderful day filled with Memories to last until the next one.
Blessings,Pea

Going to the Circus

Do you remember the Circus? I remember it scared the devil out of me.*WINK*
Now the memory is a fond one of spending time with my Father. Dad took me places to get me away from Momma and give her a break. It was usually free- like fishing but every now and then we did something fun like the Circus.
This collection stems from that memory with my own twist on it of course.
I have listed this unique shaker set on pfatt marketplace. They can be sold as individuals make it easier to budget.

http://www.pfattmarketplace.com/peapickersprimitives.html

I am off to clean the house. Bugger I hate to clean but do love a clean house while it lasts for about 2 seconds. Dollies are dancing in my head and my hands are itching to get to the sewing machine.
I will be adding some new things to my esty this week as well. I have been so busy creating that I lost track of time. Never enough time in the day.
Have a great weekend
~P~

Americana Bunny!

Isn't he sweet? I just love this set and in fact one of my very favorites and I have to thank my friends( YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE!) for pushing me to get it done. It was just a lonely head floating around the studio. Not knowing what to be when he grew up. LOL
I have Sweet Brody and the rest of this set listed on ebay this evening, ending on Wed. next week.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=260226613622&ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT&ih=016

Didn't get alot done today as I HAD to go to the FABRIC store for a FRIEND! * wink* Smirk* but it was good to get out for awhile.
Well I best to work. Can't get the sewing machine to run without me. Drats!
P.

Ripley Rabbit Star Gazer Box

Oh so different for me, but ya know sometime we just gotta do different to refresh ourselves.
I just listed this little guy on ebay. He is so much sweeter in person and really gives me the giggles.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260223605022&_trksid=p3907.m32&_trkparms=tab%3DSelling

You can find all the details there on.
have a lovely day and quiet evening
Pea

George Washington

This piece is sold, but I have been working on lots of projects. just that some are going faster then others. I have designed a whole new doll body, several heads as well as a ton of doodles for future designs. I just can't keep up with it all flowing into day dreams and night dreams. I guess I am throwing myself at my work... It is throwing me it feels like it some days especially when I can't sleep for days on end.
With that said this Pea is hitting the pillow it is 3:30 am. Good night nurse now I will sleep till 10:30.
May your day be filled with a joyful heart and many smiles.
Pea

Introducing AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL

Hello I would like you to meet America the Beautiful. It is a two piece set. I just love the way this set turned out. She is so very sweet in person. Pictures do not do her justice at all.

America is made from stained osnaburg and measures alone 22 1/2 inches. She features hand painted hazel eyes, separate stitched eye lids and embroidered mouth.

Her dress is made from a wonderful quilt shoppe fabric that I have been saving for just the right piece. I love this fabric. It is a over dyed cream to parchment color with black Americana images. All the hems are done by hand as well as the trims. The trim around her neck and waist are wool felt, I hand scalloped. Around the neck at every scallop I added a rusty bell. Her wings are made from painted, stained muslin and I stitched that same scallop pattern on them as well.

They are pinned on with a rusty pin and remove for easy storage.

America holds close to her heart the American Flag.

It is hand made by me. Traditional fabrics red, white, & blue. A rusty star garland to wire it to her hands. America is placed on a dowel inside which is placed into a wooden base.
The box is made from Paper mache and measures 5 1/2 x5 1/2 x 4. America placed on top of the box measures a overall height of 26 1/2 inches.

The box has been painted black and crackled with cream. I stained the box well for that old feel. It has been sealed well for years of use. It has on two sides, part of America the Beautiful Song.

A pattern by Folk-n-whimsey was used for America with my own touches.
I am offering this set up for sale. here or on PFatt Marketplace page. I am also offering free shipping in the U.S. If you mention that you saw her on my blog I will include a special discount.

Introducing Binky

Well after much work, um 24 heads folks. Yep, it seems that I was in head He++... I couldn't make a good round head to save my life. I thought I was gonna have to be committed to the old artist's home. LOL
Here she is a full size dolly and not just a head.. I have been making so many shakers lately that I hadn't made a full sized dolly since before Christmas. what is up with that? Don't know but making a doll sure felt good.
Back to Binky. She is just the sweetest of bunnies. She even comes with a old doll cookie cutter. I have her listed on ebay if you would like to take a full size peek and get her story.

http://cgi.ebay.com/PRIMITIVE-Spring-EGG-BUNNY-RABBIT-DOLL-WSOAPP_W0QQitemZ260217240995QQihZ016QQcategoryZ1217QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Have the best of weeks with many happy memories.
Blessings,Pea

Spring Fever Shaker Collection

Who KNew? That a simple sweet faced bunny could be such a bothersome little guy? LOL
I have been working on this New collection for about a week now. Everyone was being nice and cooperating till we got to Bayley there. He DEcided that he was going to be difficult. But at last he shut up and just let me be in charge. As it should be. LOL

Oh I am so pleased with the end results. This is the first in this collection and I am sure as time and imagination allow there will be more. I am itching to get back to the studio and start on new ones. I have so many ideas in my head. God is certainly keeping me busy. I do like that. I just hope I can keep up with him.
I listed this collection on ebay. This is the first time I have ever listed one of my shakers on ebay, ending on Thursday.
Just hit my ebay link at the right and it will take you right there.
Have a wondeful day with over flowing blessings,Pea

FEE ELF the Christmas Light Inspector #25

Oh the joys of dolly making sometimes. Most folks have no idea how some designs just fight you tooth and nail. At every turn with this little elf she was most naughty. What a difficult birth this one was. LOL From the painting to the lips, to the dressings, She didn't like any frock I presented her with. Rejected just about everything. I had to consult another designer to get ideas that miss Fee might like. Now that she is here she is tuckered and frazzled looking. I win! LOL Thank you my friend for HOLDING MY HAND!!! YOu know who you are!!! WINK*

Miss Fee can be found on ebay. I do hope that you get a smile and tug at your heart as even though she was difficult she is so very sweet and tame now.
Have a Very SAFE and Happy HOliday making Memories.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&Item=260185396645&Category=1217&_trksid=p3907.m29
Blessings,Pea

*NEW* Pattern~ FOR WYNTERS SAKE

Hello Everyone,
I know I am a baaaad blogger not posting often. I am still working hard on new creations as well as for my show coming sooner then I would like.

I have a new pattern released today. The title is " For Wynters Sake".
I love the way this adorable snowman turned out.

For the first time ever I am also offering the printed version as well. Both versions are listed on ebay. YOu will find a link on my page here.

Thank you so much for your time.
Have a blessed week.
Pea

Scarlet

Scarlet is very pleased to meet you. Named for the flower Scarlet. She happens to be Cornelia's little sister. She is enjoying some old fashioned gummy worms and hoping to win a new home on ebay.
She measures 9 inches tall and 15 inches long. Adapted from a Kentucky primitives pattern. Has glorious flaming red hair(*WINK*). Love the retro fabric for her skirt. All the same attention to detail as her sister was made. Just a bit different. This dolly is just waiting to be hugged.
Hope you have a week. I am off to spend time with my folks.
Blessings,Pea

Bippity, Boppity, Boo!

Bippity, Boppity, Boo
A Witch, A Pumpkin and a Ghoul
Bippity, Boppity, Boo
They'll Cast a Spell on you!
By P.E.A. Saathoff (c) 2007

Oh what a busy Pea I have been. Just finished these up in time for the launch of my page at Simply Primitives. I am very honored to have been able to join them.
I made this set on antique bobbins and they have just so much personality.Original One of a kind set. Signed and dated by Pea ofcourse.
If you have a moment go and check out all the close ups. They are for sale as a set only. If anyone is interested they can contact me. Back to work for me. Lots to do and so little time.
Blessings,Pea

Presenting "Cornelia"

Cornelia says" Too many sweets just make ya sweeter!"

That is my story and I am sticking to it. Oh this dolly cracks me up. Everytime I look at her I think of the song by Queen- Fat bottom girls. LOL
She has such a sweet face on her. I have placed her for SALE on my PFATT marketplace site that opens tomorrow. She is 9 inches tall and almost 14 inches long. I used a pattern by Kentucky primitives for the body. The rest is just special Pea touches.

Well no rest for the wicked. I must be up to something awful. LOL I have to go make 3 more dollies and a few other goodies. Wish me luck and sleep sometime this week.
Blessings,Pea

~Jack~B~Grinnin~& Bing the Bat~

Oh I am so tickled with this little set. It took me long enough. This little head has been staring at me since the end of MAY! MY G.F. has been bugging me to get it done but it just wouldn't come to life. I wasn't in the right mind to get it done till now. I am glad that I waited. Am so happy with the way they turned out.
I listed them last night on ebay. Look to the right for my eBay link.

Off to work on another dolly. I need to stop goofing off this year and get to work!
Have a great week
Pea