Miss Pootsie's Primitives

2011-09-04T10:50:00.001-05:00

Hi everyone! Long time no see! I went to work full time in January at a job that is just wonderful. Anyway, I'm not making dolls anymore. It's just too much right now, maybe later. I have however been completely absorbed in the use of my iPad. In fact, I'm using it to post for the 1st time on my blog. Hope it loads well.We are having some cooler temps here in Kansas. The mid-70s is just right for me. I can't wait for fall!I pray for Gods blessings for you today, He loves you so much!Lovingly,Penny

Hi Everyone!

2010-12-11T13:55:00.002-06:00

Gosh.. I'm so bad at blogging anymore. I'm sorry. Not having the internet at home really limits the time I have to do this.
This is really important though.
I'm shifting almost all my doll listings to Etsy. Ebay and I are just not getting along, and they take almost one third of my profits... so I'm trying Etsy again.
PLEASE, please, please check out my store. If you are one of my wonderful buyers and are checking in here on my Blog... there's a link over there on the right. Just click and you're there.
On Etsy I sell w/ the shipping included in the cost. It ends up saving you $$ and giving me a little bit more in my sooo empty pocket.

Thanks for letting me gripe and taking the time to drop by. I miss all the communication so much! (Facebook, blogging, everything!!)

Hope you all have a lovely Christmas. I'll try to get back on here before then.

Much love in Christ,
Penny

Hello Again...

2010-10-16T10:40:00.003-05:00

Wow... time sure flies! I've been incredibly busy, but it almost feels like I'm just running in circles. Good thing that God loves us, no matter how down we feel, or how silly we can be.. at least I get that way.

Here's a few dollies I have on eBay.

Destinee Iddie Biddie Raggedy. Her ornie has a darling counted cross stitch that my daughter Chelle made.. of Pumpkins!

Millicent Tall Raggedy Annie. Her ornie says, "Sing Your Praise to the Lord". I just love her!

Ellie June & Crow. Her ornie says, "His Eye is on the Sparrow, and I know He watches Me!"

Adelicia T.T.I.B. (Teenie Tiny Iddie Biddie). She's only 4 1/2" tall. Such a big name for such a tiny dollie.

So happy that you've dropped by. I hope your Fall is wonderful. Here in Kansas, the leaves are turning so fast! The nights are chilly, sometimes cold. The days mostly are sunny and lovely.

God Bless You all!
Penny

Well... what do you know???

2010-08-28T11:34:00.003-05:00

Believe it or not, I'm actually posting!!! It has been FOREVER since I have, I'm so sorry. I don't have internet at home anymore, so I go to the library and post. This is the 1st time I've had time to.

I've been making Scarecrows, lots and lots of Scarecrows. You can find some now on eBay!

I hate to, but I've gotta to. I miss you all!

God Bless,
Penny

Springtime Sale at Miss Pootsie's Primitives

2010-05-16T06:45:00.004-05:00

Hello again. It's been a while since I have posted...sorry. I'm still playing catch up, but I'm winning!
The Springtime Sale also begins this evening. I have MANY dolls listed w/ a beginning price of $4.77, & $5.77! Here's a few new items.

This is Marie Anne Bunny & little Pookie Bunny. Marie Anne's Apron is from a piece of a vintage linen dresser scarf, embroidered with blue flowers. Their listing will begin tonight on eBay.

Randy has been busy making very old looking Americana. This one is an Americana Shield (a common vintage patriotic icon)and it looks so old.

Faith & Hope go hand in hand, especially in the form of two tiny dolls. They are only 4 1/4 inches tall. This pair of TTIBs (Teenie Tiny Iddie Biddies) are just so cute together.

Connie Jo is a darling kittie, in fact she is an Iddie Biddie Kittie. She's very patriotic!

Gracie Belinda Cat has been gathering Eggs! Well, to be precise, one Egg... but it's all hers! She has a Dress made from a wonderful homespun plaid w/ images of Chickens all over it. Her Apron is made from a piece of very old Dresser Scarf, edged with cotton crochet lace and a little bit of Brown embroidery. She holds a little Galvanized Tin Basket with her Egg nestled in real Moss. Her listing will begin on eBay tomorrow.

If you want to check out all my items, including the SALES, just click on the link I have for eBay on the right sidebar.
I do have a prayer request for all of you. I have a friend in the Lord named Dani. She & her hubby have suffered through a house fire, and have lost so much. They are currently living in a Motel room until their house repairs are completed. Please pray for them? Thank you!

Praying for all of you, for comfort, for peace, and most of all for BLESSINGS!

Penny

Good Thursday to You!

2010-04-08T08:53:00.003-05:00

Hello everyone! Hope this Thursday find you happy, healthy, and praising the Lord! I am! I have been so far behind with everything it's pathetic. Between our family moving, things getting lost, and H1N1 virus... it's been a terrible few weeks. I think I can begin to see the light at the end of the tunnel now though. Must be God!

First up is little Frankie Iddie Biddie Kittie. Her Ornie basically echoes the Prayer of Jabez, "God Bless Me Indeed".

Patty Sue Iddie Biddie is all in Navy homespun. Her Ornie says, "God Bless You".

Margie Lou Iddie Biddie Kittie is making the statement that I should state all the time, "More of Jesus, Less of Me". Her dress is made from one of my favorite fabrics of all time, it's a Mother Goose toile print in soft colors. So sweet!

Little Flora Iddie Biddie Kittie is wearing grubby Spring Green gingham check. Her Ornie says, "Praise God in the Storm". We have weathered many storms in our lifetimes, I'm sure you have too. God is always there, with you, holding you.

My prayer for you today is that you be very aware of God's presence in your day. I think that sometimes we miss Him, we are just so busy, so preoccupied. He just keeps coming back though... He is so faithful and loves us so much.

God Bless,
Penny

Hippity Hoppity Easters on its Way!

2010-03-27T23:39:00.002-05:00

Hello everyone.. how are you all today? It's been rainy and gray here in Kansas today. Drizzle.. drop... when will it stop?
Easter is right around the corner, are you ready? I'm so happy to know that Jesus ROSE AGAIN.. He didn't stay in the grave.. He is alive still. Praise His Holy Name!

Alaina Sue is a cutie in homespun plaid. Her Ornie says, "I'm a Prim Gal".

Tiffany Michelle Iddie Biddie Kittie has the prettiest Blue Floral dress. Her Ornie says, "Live Love Laugh".

Heather Sue wears a Lt. Blue striped Seersucker dress w/ hand crocheted cotton lace trim. "Love Never Fails".

Jo Jo T.T.I.B. (Teenie Tiny Iddie Biddie) is only 4 inches tall.. she honestly fits in your hand. I think that TTIB's are really cute when worn as a brooch..so unique!

Minnie Lou has the sweetest little cotton summer dress top. Her Ornie says, "It is Well, It is Well, With My Soul"..just like the old hymn. Her auction starts Sunday, the 28th.

Thanks for looking today at my newest dollies. I have a request for all of you that are prayer warriors...
A very dear friend of mine (since childhood) found out this week that she has a tumor in her brain and her lung. I really don't know anything more than that, but please, PLEASE pray for her. Her name is Lisa and she loves the Lord with all her heart.
Thank you and God Bless,
Penny

Spring... HAH!

2010-03-20T15:56:00.004-05:00

NOT here in Kansas for sure! We're having SNOW, SNOW, & more SNOW! Oh well, soon enough it will be Summer and we'll be begging for cool weather.
This is a pic I found of a Blizzard of 1888.. not sure where it was but ICK! It's not that bad here, but it feels like it!

This is Sable Cat.. she's a little doll in her Brown Toile dress. Her Ornie says, "Bless the Lord, Oh My Soul".. AMEN!

Little Effie Bunny is a breath of sweet Spring air! She wears a dress that's made from a Blue & Green Rabbit print, and is holding a tiny Bunny. (Effie already has a bid on her and I just listed her!!! Yaayyy & PTL).

Hope your weather is more 'Spring-like' where you live. May God bless and keep you and your Safe & Warm.

Penny

March Madness in Kansas

2010-03-14T21:10:00.006-05:00

Mid March.... St. Patrick's Day.. hmmmm.

Did you all know that the Shamrock was chosen as a symbol for Ireland for a REASON?

According to what the Oxford English Dictionary calls "a late tradition" (first recorded in 1726), the plant was used by Saint Patrick to illustrate the doctrine of the Trinity. (Wikipedia)

Just think.. that cute little three leafed plant was chosen because it was like the Father (God), the Son (Jesus), and the Holy Spirit of God. How interesting!

I stopped making St. Patty's dolls a while back, but they are so much fun. Here's what I've been working on lately.

This is Miranda. Her Ornie says, "Simplify". I should take her advice.

Charlene is dressed in a tiny Brown toile (love that fabric!). Her Ornie says, "Bless the Lord Oh My Soul".

Danielle is a tiny 8" Raggedy. She has the sweetest expression. I have a very sweet online friend by the same name.

Sally Anne Cat is wearing Brown plaid homespun and her Ornie has an applique that's a cross stitched lounging Cat...so cute.

Jillie Sue Cat has such a friendly temperament! Her Ornie says, "I Am So Blessed". Her dress is made from a Civil War Reproduction Print in Blue & Green trellis floral. If you look at the listing, be sure and check out that button on her bodice. It's so old, and I'd love to know more about it. I think it has an Art Deco look to it.

Must go for now. God Bless You all & thanks for stopping by.

Penny

Springtime in Kansas

2010-03-03T18:24:00.002-06:00

Well today was a LOVELY day in Kansas. It reached up to almost 50 degrees! The sun was shining, sweet breezes, birds singing and happy... what a day. I'm afraid though that we're in for a rude awakening back into Winter temps. Oh well, I'll just be happy for this day.

More dollies to show you. Hope you enjoy them.

This is Gracie Mae Iddie Biddie... she says "God Bless You"

Louisa Dawn is only 7 1/2" tall, she's wearing all neutrals... very prim if you ask me. Her Ornie says, "Simplify".

Sweet 'Ums is just a breezy, sweet Springtime dollie. She also reminds us to "Simplify".

Morgan Alise Raggedy is such a sweetheart. She states on her Ornie, "I Am Loved".

Donnita Jo Iddie Biddie has a little friend... a Spring Chick. Her little dress is made from the cutest fabric, it's Navy Blue w/ tiny Yellow Chicks all over it.

If you get a moment, take a look at the bottom of this blog. I added a Slideshow of some photos of our home Decor. We have quite a collection of Primitives.. some old, some new.. all treasures.
God Bless you all,
Penny

Scriptures, Sisters, & Sweeties

2010-02-27T06:03:00.004-06:00

Hello again. It's very early Saturday morning. Woke up with a scripture in my mind that has been present there for days. I'll share...

Trust in the Lord with all your heart & lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him & He will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5

Why God is filling my brain with this particular scripture is a mystery and blessing all at the same time. I'm just going to thank Him for it and share it as often as possible. Praise His holy name.

We have had a short respite from SNOW, and I am very thankful for it. Here in Kansas we have had the wettest, whitest Winter on record.. for over 100 years. It's still COLD (morning temps have been below zero wind chills), but at least it's dry. The sun is a welcome sight. I'm sure in a few months we'll be wishing for a break from the HEAT.

Here's a few more dolls I have finished and listed on eBay.

This is Faith Noelle. Her Ornie is a Scripture..."I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me...".

Maizee Lou Cat is a sweet little feline. Her Ornie says, "Simplify".

Betsie Anne Bunny has a tiny woven Basket with speckled eggs, oh... and she also tells all to "Simplify".

Theresa has a beautiful dress that is made from some of the loveliest toile fabric I have ever seen. It's a Delft Blue print with tiny scenes of boating and play... probably from early in the 20th century. I had a wonderful friend of the same name that went home to be with the Lord years ago. We all miss her.

Last (but not least) I have a set of 2 Raggedy Sisters. Lisa & Kelly Raggedys are dressed alike, Kelly is smaller because she is the younger sister. I named them after two Sisters I have known since childhood.

I hope my post finds you happy, healthy, & basking in God's love.

Please come again,
Penny

Long time no see...

2010-02-24T16:55:00.005-06:00

I'm so sorry I've been 'away' from my blog for so long. I could claim that it's because our family moved.. that was a hideous chore and did keep me away from the computer a while. I could say that I've just been so busy... well, that's true, busy with trying to make up for lost time making dolls. I'm almost back up to speed now though. I'm afraid that the biggest reason though is because I'm hooked on Facebook. Doggone it...so many friends there, so much to read, so much to do (games, etc.)... it's addicting. Hello... my name is Penny and I'm a Facebook addict!

How was your Valentine's Day? Our's was spent unpacking a mountain or two of boxes from our move. Ick.. not exactly romantic. I did make and sell a lot of Valentine's Day themed dolls though.

Now I'm making St. Patrick's Day dolls. Lots of Irish people out there, thank God!

Next will be Easter and bunnies have been on my creative menu already.

Here's a few dollies I have listed on eBay right now.

Ciaran Aberdeen (don't you just love her name??).

Sinead McGowan.. (another cool name).

Linda Jo Iddie Biddie Kittie.

Caroline Iddie Biddie Kittie

Tawnie Mae Raggedy & Trixie Sheep Her listing actually ends tonight (Wed. 2/24)

Thanks for dropping by. Missed you all and missed your sweet comments.
Oh.. I'm trying to put together a Blog Giveaway. Just have to set my mind to it, right? Would anyone like that?

God Loves us All!

Penny

Cold, White Winter

2010-01-16T20:19:00.006-06:00

Clarabelle Valentine Clown

Maizie Lou & Crow - "Where do the Crows go in the Snow?"

Juni Sue & Jo Jo Sheep

Bonnie Cat

Thanks for looking you wonderful readers you!
God Bless,
Penny

Been a long time.....

2010-01-07T09:56:00.003-06:00

Happy New Year!

I know, I know.... I haven't posted in a long time. I'm sorry! I'll try to catch up.

Here's the kind of weather we've been dealing with in Kansas.... ICK.

That photo was taken on Dec. 26th. We have had just about DOUBLE that amount of snow since then. Our wind chill temp. is -20 degrees this morning, and with the high winds the snow is blowing and drifting dangerously.

On a lighter note.. I've been making Valentine Dolls & Bowl Fillers. This is Melinda Iddie Biddie & her Sheep, Mopsie. They will make their debut tonight on eBay.

Violet is a little Valentine Clown. I've been making a whole gaggle of Clowns this year. Violet, and her cousin, Bettie Sue Valentine Bunny Clown are on eBay right now.

These little Valentine Heart Bowl Fillers/Tucks say, "I Love You" in 6 different languages (English, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, German & French). They have been a popular item this year.

Lucia Marie Raggedy & Lollipop Sheep will be listed on eBay tonight. These little sets are just selling like mad! I will make one, list it, and it sells (BIN) immediately! I love it! They are really cute.

Thanks so much for looking today & I pray that you all have a wonderful day full of Blessings from God.

Penny

Primitive Christmas & Valentine's Day

2009-12-14T16:00:00.004-06:00

Hi Everyone! Ready for Christmas yet? I love this time of year.

Have some new dollies that will be listed on eBay starting this evening.

Mattie Sue is a sweetie for every day of the year. She's holding a Christmas Stocking full of fragrant Sweet Annie, Cinnamon Sticks, and Burgundy Pip Berries... but... and here's the cool part... you can display her through Christmas w/ the Stocking, or remove the Stocking and let her shine all year long.

Lisa Marie is a prim charmer whose Ornie says, "I Sing Because I'm Free".

Samantha June is so sweet. She holds a Burgundy Heart Ornie & her Card Ornie says, "Love Is Kind"... BONUS Ornie!

Now Cupid Cat is ornery. She wanted to be Cupid... and just drove me crazy asking about it... so I gave in. She is really cute, Red dress, Quiver & little Red Heart tipped Arrows, real feather Wings, Heart Ornie, yep... cute!

God Bless you all... have a wonderful week!

Penny

It's Sunday

2009-12-13T19:37:00.003-06:00

Hi Everyone! In my last post I stated that the weather forecast called for lots of snow, I believe I said... "...dumptruck of snow...", or something to that effect..LOL.

Well... the forecast was wrong. We received maybe an inch. Pretty, but drive-able.

Right now we're watching "White Christmas"... ahhh.. the memories. The Christmas Tree is sparkling, laden down with over three decades worth of Ornaments. The grandkids are drinking Hot Chocolate and watching "Independence Day" on a different t.v. Isn't that funny? They like the traditional Christmas movie just fine, but prefer something 'newer'. I tell them they are just lucky that the 'traditional' movie is in color!

I'm going to be posting several dolls tomorrow, they're ready! I just have to take the photos, size & embellish the photos, load them into Photobucket, load the templates w/ the photos and make the editing changes, then finally actually list the dolls. That's all...

Have a wonderful evening.
God Bless you all,
Penny

It's Tuesday... and Snowy

2009-12-08T06:53:00.004-06:00

Welcome to Kansas.

Blustery wind, light snow now, dumptruck full of snow later... or at least that's what the Weather forecast says.
~Oh... the weather outside is frightful.. ~
that says it all.
Cute little Christmas Graphic... German I think.

Jenelle says we should 'Simplify'.. have to agree w/ her. She is still $7.77 right now. Hope she sells for more.

Jen Marie is so cute in person. I made her pinafore from that Quilt Top like fabric I love so much. Her 'eyes' are a bit different than what I usually make. It made me laugh when I saw her face finished... that usually means they're cute.

Randy's Mrs. Claus is back on eBay as a relist. She will debut tonight (a.k.a., her listing will begin tonight). She is really nice in person too. I wish I could take better photos so everyone could see how beautiful she is.

Everyone have a lovely and SAFE day!
God Bless,
Penny

Pretty Christmas Graphic

2009-12-04T10:31:00.001-06:00

Another Christmas Graphic for you!

Newest Dolls

2009-12-02T17:16:00.004-06:00

Sweet Christmas Graphic for your viewing or snagging pleasure!

Some little ladies that will start their time on eBay on Thursday evening.

This little doll is such a gigantic departure from my usual dolls... well, at least it seems that way to me..LOL. She absolutely cracked me up! What do you all think?
Also.. the fabric I used for her pinafore I found at Hancocks Fabrics on sale.. it's like different homespun plaids already quilted like a quilt top. I love it!

God Bless You All!
Penny

Guess what??? I WON!!!

2009-12-02T09:48:00.003-06:00

This is Mr. Chill Snowman. He is so adorable and he is SO MINE! LOL

Brenda at The Rusty Thimble had a giveaway with him as the prize, and I WON!! I'm so excited. He will have a place of honor in our Christmas Decor and after.

Thank you Brenda! Oh... and she is still having giveaways. There's one going on right now, and she does one every month... so pop over to see her Blog and sign up.

God Bless,
Penny

Oh yeah.... I forgot!

2009-11-30T01:03:00.002-06:00

I almost forgot that I was going to post a new Christmas graphic every day this year. Hmmm... maybe I'll post one as often as possible, how's that? LOL

It's almost December!

2009-11-30T00:36:00.002-06:00

Hello! It's late here in Kansas... let's see, oh.. around 12:35 am. Maybe it's early here... I don't know. Still up working.
I pray that everyone had a beautiful Thanksgiving. The weather was lovely here, family were all here, and food was plentiful. Praise God!
Kim (of Prims by Kim) commented on my last post about how trimming the Tree is the least of her worries. She says that it's keeping her cat & kiddo away from it will be the real trick. Reminds me of a story...LOL.

When we were young parents of three growing daughters we had a live tree for Christmas. We also had a cat.. a crazy, goofy, thought-he-was-a-spy-kitty, cat. He would sneak around on the prowl for some unsuspecting leg to stroll by and he would 'attack'. He didn't hurt anyone, just startled us mostly.
I was trying one morning to get everyone ready for work & day care. 'Chaos in the country' best describes the scene. Finally we are nearing departure when we hear that spy kitty come galloping across the room, hopped up on a chair and did an amazing feat of jumping smack dab into the middle of the poor Christmas Tree. He looked like a flying squirrel with his front and back legs all splayed out.
My three girls & I were literally at the door and turned to witness this. The cat, the tree, the ornaments, etc. went over, rolled off the table it was on, and flipped in the air. Everything crashed to the floor. The cat screeched and ran off.
I just shuffled my girls out the door and left the mess.
I don't recall that cat ever attempting to attack a Christmas Tree again.

For your viewing pleasure..

This is Lizzy Jo. Her listing will start tomorrow night (Mon.). She is one of my Iddie Biddie Dolls. Her Goose Gretchen is her feathered friend.

Megan is a sweetie with the cutest dress. I found some fabric that is actually quilted homespun plaids, very old looking. She's holding a Candy Cane that can easily be removed following Christmas. She would look prim and cute all year round.

Mrs. Claus is an elegant lady. Randy did such a beautiful job w/ this doll. The detail is amazing. He's a great sculptor.

Little Elmira June has a Crow tucked under her arm. They are 'buds'.

Nelda Sue will begin her stay at eBay on Tuesday evening. Another doll that you can display during the Winter Holidays, then remove the Christmas Tree & Cardinal and she's a prim darling. Her Ornie says, "Let the Church Arise".

Thanks so much for dropping by. Come back soon! We will miss you.

God Bless,
Penny

Christmas Countdown

2009-11-27T20:30:00.003-06:00

Hi Everyone!

Have you put your Christmas tree up yet? So many people put theirs up on the Friday after Thanksgiving. Not us! Jordan (oldest granddaughter) reeeeeeeally wanted to, but we worked on dolls instead.
We're going to our youngest daughter and her sweet hubby's house tomorrow to trim their tree. We'll get ours up soon!

I love this season. I love the crisp, cold air. I love the skeletal trees and white skies. I love the Christmas lights & decorations. I love that my Daddy is with our Lord & Savior doing the ultimate Christmas celebrations! Still miss him though.

God Bless you all!
Penny

Happy Thanksgiving

2009-11-26T08:48:00.003-06:00

I thank you Lord God for our country. The United States of America always has been YOURS God. My prayer is that it will always remain YOURS.

Hope you all have a lovely day with Family & Friends. Hope you eat too much, laugh too much, and love enough for the whole year ahead.

Georgia Cat has a lovely message on her little Ornie, "Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of God." Rom. 10:17. Her dress is a really beautiful Blue Toile, and her little friend, Crow is in her kitty arms.

Santa Cat is the Cat of the Month for December. He is absolutely hilarious and darling. He is all dressed up like Santa... I tried to talk him out of it, but he just begged for a month to 'be' Santa, so I relented.

Shay Cat is all decked out for the holidays. Her dress & pinafore are made from some really cute Christmas-y fabric & she holds a Christmas Stocking just chock full of goodies.

Sparkle Snowgirl is my favorite Snowgirl that I have made this year. She is just beautiful and she sparkles!!! Mica flakes all over her!

God Bless you all and your loved ones. Enjoy the day!

Penny

Wanna see something funny???

2009-11-18T21:37:00.002-06:00

I think these guys are hilarious!!!
I'm selling the Snowmen Ornies in Sets of 3, and the Door Greeter all by himself.

I've got them on my Selling Blog, on Etsy, and on eBay... flooding the market. I'll be making them as people order them, so each set will be unique. Love it!!

Thanks for looking and please have a great night!!!

God Bless,
Penny

Snowgirls on Parade

2009-11-17T09:19:00.003-06:00

Good Day Everyone!

It snowed here overnight... just a dusting for us, but areas close to us received much more.

I have listed two of my little Snowgirls on Etsy.

This is Minuet. She is really elegant & beautiful in person. Photos can never do her justice.

Little Serendipity Snowgirl is just darling in her Rose colored Organdy gown. I'm so partial to this tiny princess.

I hope you'll take a peek at my Snowgirls. They love attention.

God Bless,
Penny

Winter is HERE...

2009-11-16T10:47:00.004-06:00

It's cold, windy.... just a very 'blustery day' as Pooh would say. Just West of us in Kansas they're getting SNOW. Many of my online friends in the colder climates have already experienced that glittery joy!
I can wait for it... believe me.

Here's a few of our newest dolls. They will all be on eBay. Click on their names to see the listings.

This is Randy's newest Snowman. His name is Cedric and he is such a distinguished gentleman with his Monacle, Candy Cane Walking Stick, & his marvelous Tophat.

Bailee Iddie Biddie Kittie is a tiny sweetie. Her Ornie says, "What A Friend We Have In Jesus"... so, so true.

Annabelle Lee is an Americana Iddie Biddie Kittie!

Kittie Mae is ready to spread Christmas Cheer.

Be safe, warm & just glowing with happiness in our Lord!

Penny

Just want to share with you...

2009-11-06T15:57:00.003-06:00

Hi everyone!

My Father In Law is currently in the hospital, so we would appreciate any prayers for him. He had a knee replacement surgery, but has had problems w/ blood pressure, etc. He's in ICU right now, and he should have been home. Bless his heart.

Angelle Cat is a sweetie. I made her little Apron from a portion of a Vintage Dresser Scarf w/ Blue Embroidered Flowers. Her Ornie says, "Love Lifted Me, Love Lifted Me. When Nothing Else Could Help, Love Lifted Me." Just love that old hymn.

Sherise Cat exclaims, "Bless the Lord, Oh My Soul". I just love her Slip, it has lace at the hem.

Raewyn Dawn is a little Raggedy with an Ornie that says, "It Is Well, It Is Well, With My Soul". I named her after one of my buyers who is such a nice lady.. I just love her name.

Finally Topaz is wearing a Brown dress and grubby Osnaburg Apron. Her Ornie says, "I Can Only Imagine"... of course it's from the Song by that title. Every time I hear it I think of my Daddy... I miss him so much.

Hope everyone is enjoying the weather today, no matter what it's like where you live. I sold a doll to a buyer in Latvia.. I had to look it up to find out where it is... in Eastern Europe, across a Sea from Sweden. From what Wikipedia showed, it looked beautiful.

God Bless you all,
Penny

I'm so proud of these...

2009-11-03T09:45:00.004-06:00

Happy Tuesday! God is Good... He is on the Throne! Praise Him!

Wanted to share my newest Snowgirl & Randy's newest doll.

This is Minuet Snowgirl. She is listed on eBay right now. I made her dress from a Vintage Lace Baby Dress. I think she is just so elegant and beautiful. Check out the listing by clicking on her name.

Randy made this delightful Scrooge. I think he is absolutely handsome. He has real (metal frames, plastic lenses) eyeglasses, and a leather bound Ledger. Check him out!

Randy also made this darling Maude Cat & her Mousie. The Ornie says, "Got Mouse?".

God Bless you all!
Penny

Cutie Pies

2009-10-28T09:40:00.002-05:00

Good Morning!
It's a beautiful day here in Kansas. Sun is shining, crisp cool temps, leaves are in their full Fall splendor.
Here's a few of the 17 dolls we have listed on eBay right now.

Terrie Cat is a sweetie whose Ornie says, "AMEN".

Marion & Manet Sheep proclaim that, "The Lord is My Shepherd". Manet Sheep has little Cinnamon Stick legs.

Daniella Cat's Ornie says, "I Will Trust in the Lord"... my most stated prayer!

Chrissie Anne is an Iddie Biddie Kittie. She's only 7" tall, and her Ornie says, "Let Go + Let God".

I also have my very first E-Pattern listed on Etsy. Hope you check it out. I plan on making many more.

Thanks for looking at my dollies! They love the attention. I pray for all of you that you have a fantastic week.

God Bless,
Penny

Lookie Lookie.... more dollies!

2009-10-23T12:29:00.004-05:00

Hello everyone! Hope your day is sweet and filled with the goodness of God. Mine is!

My Mom is still in the hospital, but is improving. The surgery was last Thursday and it was terrible! It was so hard seeing my Mom in such pain and so weak, but I'm glad I was able to put my arms around her and love her before the surgery. She has a long, hard recovery ahead of her, but God loves her even more than I do... so I know He will help her. Thank you for all your prayers.

Randy has made another Santa on a Crow. We call this one, "St. Nick's Flight". It's on eBay right now.

Olde Claus is my prim style Santa. He's mounted on an antique bobbin and attached to a hard wood base, so no wobbles.

Billie Raggedy is my homage to Breast Cancer Awareness for October. She is only $7.77 to start.

Thanks for looking at my (and Randy's) newest dolls. Have a lovely week!

God Bless,
Penny

Santa Giveaways... Love this one too!

2009-10-21T13:03:00.003-05:00

Cinnamon Berry Lane Primitives is having a Giveaway for her 100th post. It's a darling, Olde Worlde looking Santa... I really love him! Click on the Blog name to see her site and enter.

Another Giveaway...Our Primitive Heart

2009-10-21T12:53:00.004-05:00

Cindy at Our Primitive Heart is having a wonderful Giveaway on her blog. You could win one of these two goodies! Just click on her Blog's name and enter!

Aren't they darling?
Penny

Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow...

2009-10-20T20:26:00.003-05:00

I just love Winter... Fall is here, all is color, but I can't wait for white! This little Snowgirl's name is Glenda Schneebedeckt, which means 'Snow Covered' in German. I am half German, so I thought it was appropriate. She will be listed on eBay tonight. Click on her name if you want to see the listing.

God Bless you all...

Penny

Wow... Wonderful Giveaway

2009-10-20T14:04:00.002-05:00

Pumpkin Patch Primitives Quilt Shop is having a Halloween Giveaway on her Blog. Here's the link:

Pumpkin Patch Giveaway

Hop on by the Pumpkin Patch and check it out! I did!

Blessings,
Penny

Pouch Baby and TTIB Kittie

2009-10-13T22:23:00.003-05:00

Hi again! I am listing a couple more dolls before I leave for Arkansas tomorrow. My Mom is having surgery, actually a very serious surgery, Thursday, so I'll be there for a few days.
This is Etta Jean & Jo TTIB Kittie... they're on eBay.

Jocinda is a tiny, 4" Pouch Baby. I really love this one.. those lil sunflower buttons are so cute. She's on eBay as well.

LOOK at this Guy!

2009-10-13T13:41:00.003-05:00

Randy made the most darling PRIM Owl I've ever seen. I want to keep him so badly. If I whine enough maybe I can get him to make one for me!

His name is Al the Owl (isn't that a HOOT? LOL) and his listing will start on eBay tonight or you can snatch him up on Etsy anytime!

New Dollies

2009-10-12T11:42:00.004-05:00

Louisa & Luna TTIBK (Teenie Tiny Iddie Biddie Kittie) will start on eBay tonight. Her dress is the cutest flannel... a Cat print!

This is Billie Raggedy. She's all decked out in Pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, October. She will be on eBay as of tonight.

Adelaide is a darling all dressed in grubby flannel w/ handmade Cotton Crocheted Lace. She will start on eBay tonight as well.

Little Selene Iddie Biddie Kittie is listed on Etsy. She's only 6 3/4 inches tall.

More Encouragement

2009-10-02T08:14:00.002-05:00

I just have to share with you all the LOVE OF GOD. I am no one... I am everyone... I'm just a person, like you. Who am I that God would love me so much that every day He finds a way to bring me encouragement... But He does.

I shared a message from George in my last post... Well, guess what? I received a wonderful, and uplifting message from someone else.

A beautiful lady named Connie sent me the following:

I love your cat and every doll I have found on etsy/ebay. God has blessed you with such a wonderful talent. I am still reading/looking at everything.
I bought your dream frog the other day for my 46yr old DD who loves frogs.
After reading your blog earlier I wanted to write you and let you know this day too shall pass.
I used to work in OT/PT/Hand surgeon and I am so sorry to hear about your complications. I am not a nurse but know how frustrating surgery can be. Sometimes it goes smoothly; other times it doesn't. I, too, love the Lord and I am sure He has even greater plans for you. I will definitely put you on my prayer list that your hand heals quickly and that your sweet spirit once again will be sewing up a storm. Each item I have looked at brings such a smile and joy to my heart. You are truly Blessed to be able to share such talent with the rest of us.

Isn't that sweet? When you're going through hard times, the trials of this life, one thing ALWAYS remains constant... GOD! He will never change, He will never forsake you, He will always hold you tight and comfort you... and he Has held me. Praise His Holy Name!

The Most Precious Thing...

2009-09-22T23:26:00.003-05:00

Tonight after a long, frustrating day full of anger and feeling useless, God sent me this precious message. You see, I have not been able to use my left hand for several days due to complications of carpal tunnel problems. Somehow I injured it so badly that I have been in severe pain, and have not been able to make any dolls or do any crafting... not to speak of how hard it is to do the everyday things... like typing this for instance.

I went to check my eBay page and found this message. I haven't stopped crying and praising God since.

Hello Miss Penny!
My name is George and want to tell you how much of a fan I am of your work. I have been quite ill and in and out of the hospital for some time now. I was lucky enough to have won 3 of these darling little ones. I have them each saying Hope, Joy, and Love. I have a bag that I carry around with me and I have tucked my tiny friends in as a pick me up over the day. You are right, they will definitely bring a smile to any face! No matter how bad I may feel, I have those three simple words to remind me to hang in there. They truly do fill me with their sayings. I feel a bit more hopeful, I feel a bit of joy, and I know that I am loved whenever I see them.

George was referring to the little 'Pouch Babies' that I make. He has purchased 3 of them. I cannot begin to express my joy in hearing that God has used me and my silly little dolls to bring hope to someone. It was very humbling, believe me.

I can only stand in awe of God's infinite love for us and thank Him for that message
that George took the time to write. George... if you read this... THANK YOU and God Bless you.

Penny

New Zazzle Sales

2009-09-21T15:15:00.003-05:00

Hi everyone!

Wanted to let you all know that I am now selling my designs through a website called Zazzle. If you have ever loved any of my folk art paintings or my primitive dolls, you can now get several of my designs printed professionally on coffee mugs, t-shirts, greeting cards, note cards...and many more items. Here's a link to my Zazzle Shop

I am adding more designs every day... including Christmas Cards.

Hope you will check it out. I also added a Slide Show Widget to Zazzle at the very bottom of my blog posts. Just scroll waaaaay down.

God Bless,

Penny

Pumpkin Moon

2009-09-16T15:13:00.002-05:00

Wanted to share this little girl wiyh you. I have just fallen in love with her. Her name is Olivia. She is listed on eBay right now so if you want to see more of her just click on her name.

God Bless,

Penny

Vintage Sewing Machine for Sale...

2009-09-13T15:09:00.003-05:00

Thought I'd share this with you all just in case there are any vintage Sewing Machine collectors out there. I have a vintage Singer Slant-O-Matic (Rocketeer) Sewing Machine up for auction on eBay right now. The listing will end Monday evening (14th). Right now it's up to $86.00 with 24 watchers. I sure hope the bidding goes up, this machine is worth much, much more. It's in excellent shape. If you want to see the listing just click on the name above.

Thanks for looking and God Bless!
Penny

From Autumn to Winter...we've got it all!

2009-09-08T18:57:00.006-05:00

Hi everybody!

Hope your days are happy & your evenings restful and blessed.

I have been sick but busy. I sleep, then I wake up and sew, then start it all over again. To see the eBay listing for any of the following dolls, just click on the doll's name.

This first little dollie is so elegant and sweet. Jewel Cat is dressed in flannel that has been grunged, the effect is almost like velvet. Her Ornie says, "I Am So Blessed". She will star on eBay beginning tonight (9-8-09).

Twilight is a little Halloween Cat. She wears a dress adorned with Black vintage-y tinsel and holds a Carnival Stick with a JOL Pumpkin.

Poor little Hilda had a run in with a Headshrinker and now deals with a tiny head. She's happy with her little rag dollie though.

Crystal is a very sweet Snowgirl. She holds a Winter Bouquet in one hand and a Gingerbread Man in the other.

Randy has done it again! This Santa rides a Crow. Such lovely detail. His coat and hat are all embroidered around the edges. Isn't my husband talented?

Hope you have enjoyed our walk through Miss Pootsie's Dollie Land today. Come back and see us soon.

God Bless,
Penny

All on eBay right now!

2009-09-01T14:44:00.002-05:00

This Harvest Pumpkin Door Greeter is only $2.77!

Molly Sue is a sweetie with a real, honest to goodness chalkboard!

Mirielle & Melissa Cats are ready to swim or enjoy the sun.. so cute!

Constance Dugood is a poor soul who is trapped, not only on earth, but in her tombstone. The poem on the gravestone is one that I saw on a real gravestone when I was a teen. It was an OLD cemetary out in the middle of nowhere!

This kindly Santa has sweet, soulful eyes and his pal Dasher!

Thanks for checking out my newest babies... have a WONDERFUL week!

Penny

Here Comes Santa Claus....

2009-08-23T23:19:00.001-05:00

Just finished him today. I think I'll probably list him tomorrow night (Monday). I love him, what do you all think?

Love,
Penny

Looking for a recipe...

2009-08-23T23:09:00.004-05:00

My family are all so tired of the same old same old meals...

But... we have a picky 10 yr old, a 13 yr old (both granddaughters) with allergies to soy, any beans/legumes, peanuts (that pretty well eliminates all store bought stuff!).
I don't like fish, Randy likes meat and potatoes (don't most men?).

I have tried Shepherds Pie many times and never have cared for it. Anybody out there have a recipe for one I might like?

Anyway... any recipes you could offer would be lovely. Just post a comment!

Oh... and as a very wise Doctor once told me, "Chocolate ALWAYS helps!".

God Bless!
Penny

More and More and More!!!

2009-08-21T11:48:00.003-05:00

Good day everyone!

The sun is shining today... no rain!! It's August in Kansas and absolutely beautiful outside! I think it was 55 degrees out this morning, and the high today is supposed to be only 77! LOVE IT!

I decided that I needed to make a Cat Fruit of the Spirit dollie, for all those Christian Cat Lovers out there! Her name is Tessie. She is 28" tall.

No... this is not Little Bo Peep, and she has NOT lost her sheep, they're right beside her. This is Darla Jean and her little friends, Siss Sheep, and Bo Sheep. These guys make me giggle.

Hope your day is wonderful, sunny, and special!

Much love,
Penny

Fruit of the Spirit

2009-08-15T12:44:00.005-05:00

Hi everyone! My days and nights are just so filled with family, & work that I have been absent from here and other semi-necessary places & things...

So...as a way of catching up, here's some new dolls I have listed on eBay right now.

This is Elizabeth. She has 9 Ornies that portray the Fruits of the Spirit. She is 27 inches tall. It's hard to tell from the photo, but her dress is a Navy & White homespun plaid. Her listing will actually begin Sunday (16th) evening.

Here's Marnie, Iddie Biddie Kittie dressed all out in her Americana best. Her listing will begin Sunday evening too.

Finally, here's an Iddie Biddie Santa doll. I just love him, he's only 8 inches tall. His listing ends Sunday evening.

Last but not least, here's a pair of Cats that I'm just wild about! Their names are Gwendolyn & Lilly, and they are my Cat of the Month for August. They are a Momma Cat & her little Kittie girl, and they have just come from the County Fair. Gwendolyn is holding a Basket with a Fair Pennant Flag, and a tiny glass jar of 'Blackberries' (which she won 1st place for). Little Lilly is holding a stuffed Bunny she won and some Blue Cotton Candy on a stick. Their listing ends Tuesday evening.

God Bless you all. Have a wonderful, peaceful, and restful weekend.

Penny

Been sooo busy..

2009-08-04T21:42:00.004-05:00

Hi everyone. Hope you are all feeling well and happy. Our eldest daughter was married Saturday, Aug. 1st. It was busy, hot, extremely nerve wracking, exhausting... and I don't think I've ever seen anyone more happy than our baby girl. Congratulations Misty.

Here's a few more new dolls. Quite an assortment!

This little guy is so cute in person. Randy is truly a gifted dollmaker. Cletis the Scarecrow is a cutie!

This is Cynthia Cat & Candie the Teenie Tiny Iddie Biddie Kittie...

Nikkie is all ready for school with her (real) chalkboard.

Darby is a sweet Kittie who brings the lucky owner a beautiful message.

Oh Suzanna.... little Americana baby.

Oh.. and did I tell you that I made and sold (yaaayyyy) my first Prim Santa of the year. Yep! I've gotta make some more! I love his bootlaces.

Wishing you every happiness, lots of joy, and Jesus closer to you than ever!

Penny

Lazy, Hazy, Crazy Days of Summer

2009-07-30T05:32:00.003-05:00

Hello all. Hope you've had a great week.

Thought I'd show you some of the dolls that Randy & I have listed on eBay at the moment.

This is Heloise. She's a little gardener dollie. Her Ornie says, "I come to the Garden Alone", don't you just love that song?

Eden is a sweet name, right? Her Ornie says, "Trust God". Such good advice!

Shenandoah is such a sweet, little Patriotic Kittie.

Kizzie is the name of this little Cat Angel Randy made. She is so cute. The finish texture that Randy achieves makes this doll feel so smooth.. not like fabric, more like leather. I think I know what his secret is. I'll continue to spy on him until I find out. Her wings are just gorgeous!

I'll try to post some more asap. Our eldest daughter is getting married Saturday! It's a bit chaotic in our fam right now, so I might not post as soon as I would like to.
Check out all my listings and my selling blog to see all my cuties.

Love & Blessings

Penny

Thought you would like to see...

2009-07-21T09:56:00.004-05:00

.. how one of my sweet customers displays a few of the many dolls she has purchased from me. Her name is Kristy, and she is just one of the nicest, most genuine people I've ever 'met'. She sent me these photos after I stated that I would love to see how she has displayed my dollies... isn't that nice?

She decided to seat one of them on her curtain tie back. I just love this inventive display.

Next, an Angel doll made by my husband Randy. I believe she was sending her as a gift to someone, but look how darling she looks tucked in with the beehive painting, the treenware bowl, and the sampler.

Kristy bought my Iddie Biddie Kittie of the Month for July, all decked out in Americana. LOVE the grungy pan of pears! I thought it was a perfect setting for this little Kittie, along with the red candles.

This Cat is displayed hanging in front of a mirror. How unique! Kristy, you're amazing!

Another Cat displayed in front of a mirror, with blue pips surrounding her. The mirror has a Red sampler look to it.

Thank you Kristy for all the photos. You just made my day! You will inspire others in their prim decorating ideas I'm sure.

I have a special request. If you are reading this, please pray for Kristy and her family. I won't list why... but God knows why. AMEN? He will hear your prayers and reveal Himself to all.

I just have to praise God today.. He is MIGHTY for the pulling down of strongholds. He is merciful to the struggling and unsure. He LOVES US SO MUCH!

God Bless,
Penny

May I Introduce You To...

2009-07-13T17:33:00.002-05:00

Jacqueline Pumpkin Princess

Miriam Cat

Mariana TTIB Angel Kittie. She's another of Poppie's Designs

All three will be for sale on eBay starting this evening.

God Bless,

Penny

Oodles of Dollies

2009-07-07T14:51:00.003-05:00

Hello! I hope everyone had a lovely Independence Day weekend. I thank God every day that we live in a land where we can freely speak, work, live, dream, and pray!!!

Here's some more dollies!

This is Marlowe Frog. Her Ornie says, "Dare to Dream".

Blue Pumpkin Sprite on a Polka Dot Bunny Ride.

Displaying her 9 Ornies proudly is Jodie. Each Ornie is embroidered with a Fruit of the Spirit.

Juliet Iddie Biddie Kittie is just the sweetest little thing. Her Ornie offers superb advice, "Trust God". Juliet's listing won't start on eBay until after 7pm tonight.

Last but not least (...well, maybe she is the least in size!) is Nina Teenie Tiny Iddie Biddie Angel and her very own lil' pouch. One of my sweet customers suggested a pouch for the TTIB's... Randy and I thought, "Brilliant!", so right away Randy got busy making these little darlings. She is only 3 1/2" tall.

Thanks so much for looking.

God Bless,
Penny

Happy 4th of July!

2009-07-04T03:56:00.001-05:00

We owe our freedom to so many. We owe our very lives to God.

Just to be able to celebrate Independence Day is a blessing.

Penny

The Fruit of the Spirit is...

2009-06-28T22:54:00.003-05:00

Galatians 5:22-23. This little sweetie is named Elana. She is holding 9 ornies, one for each of the Fruits of the Spirit.

I tried something a bit different with this doll. I call her the Blue Pumpkin Sprite. She's riding a Polka Dot Bunny. The whole thing is in various light blues & chocolate brown.

Randy has made another darling Angel doll. Her name is Lillie Angel and her hands are in praying position. Her Ornie says, "John 14: 6" (Jesus answered, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.").

I've managed somehow to make another TTIB doll that's only 4" tall! Her name is Maralie. Her Ornie says, "Sing".

Hope you see some'one' you like! You can click on the doll's name to see the eBay listing.

God Bless,
Penny

More, and more, and more...it's a good thing!

2009-06-25T17:42:00.003-05:00

Hello again. I cannot believe it's Thursday already. It's amazing how fast the time goes. And... I don't know if you all have found this to be true, but for me...the older I get, the faster it goes. *sigh*

On a lighter note, this is Mercedes. Her Ornie says, "Life's a bowl of cherries."

This is Gentrie & her little Rag Dollie Lollipop. I really love her!

Finally Mercie Angel is my sweet husband's newest doll. What a wonderful scripture. "If My people, which are called by My Name, shall humble themselves and pray,
seek My face, turn from their wicked ways, then will I heal their land." II Chron. 7:14

God Bless you all!

Penny

Fun Game...

2009-06-23T22:08:00.007-05:00

Jo at Cart Before the Horse had the most intriguing thing posted... a Show & Tell game. Here's how it goes...

OK, here's the game-
In your picture files, go to the 4th album, then go to the 4th picture. Show & tell. Then go down 4 more albums, go to the 4th picture, and show & tell. Do this 4 times (if you can) to get a total of 4 pictures.
Ready, get set, go!

This was a photo from a blog tutorial I did on paper clay sculpting. He's sooo ugly!

This one is a gorgeous portrait. I was researching Jane Austin era dresses.

Finally, this is just a hilarious old photo. I ran across it one day and just saved it.. not sure why. Just so I could have something to make me giggle.

Last but not least... a Business Card design I did, ended up using it for my Doll Tags.

Now it's your turn!

More Dollies for June!

2009-06-23T09:53:00.006-05:00

Hello everyone!

I've been busy!!! We're just swimming in dolls here @ Miss Pootsie's! Click on the doll's name to view that listing.

First... this is Marguerite Cat. She's #2 in my Collectors Series of Cat of the Month. She's for July, but I've listed her ahead of time so the lucky buyer can have her for the whole month of July. Check out the tiny Sandals! Oh... her listing won't start until tonight (Tues, 23rd after 7pm).

Next we have a TTIB (Teenie Tiny Iddie Biddie) named Queenie. She's a mere 4 inches tall. She has a tiny black tulle slip.

Marsha, Marsha, Marsha...! heehee Marsha is this little frog's name. Her dress is a beautiful Pink Toile (for all you toile fans out there...like me!).

Ok.. bringing up the rear is a sweet Iddie Biddie Kittie named Deena Marie. She is #1 in my Collectors Series of Iddie Biddie Cat of the Month. Her listing will start tonight as well.

Okee Dokee.. that's just a few of the dolls we have listed. My daughter Chelle has four Flugleez listed... funky, ugly, and darling. Check 'em out!

Have a wonderful day in our Lord!

Penny

Happy Father's Day

2009-06-20T17:23:00.003-05:00

My sweet Daddy has been with the Lord Jesus for quite a few years now, but I miss him so much I ache. Father's Day is kind of hard for me, but I try to 'keep my chin up' and help my daughters and granddaughters make it a wonderful time for my husband.

Here's a couple of photos of me and my Dad waaaay back when.

Hoping and praying that all the Dads out there have a blessed, safe, and fun day.

God Bless,
Penny

Newest Babies

2009-06-16T20:11:00.004-05:00

Hi y'all! Have some new dollies starting on eBay tonight. If you want to check out the listings you can click on their names.

This is Rosie Sue. She is the smallest doll I have ever made!!! I think... LOL
No kidding, she's only 4 inches tall.

Here is Cara Frog. She's a cutie pie. She does NOT frequent lily pads and NEVER eats insects..ick!

And finally this is Jamie. She is named after one of my best friends that I have known for uhhh...let's see... well, for 40 years anyway. I miss her. Jamie has a rather large Ornie with one of my favorite scriptures (Ps.103:12).

God Bless you all!

Penny

~~ God's Beauty in Nature ~~

2009-06-13T04:39:00.006-05:00

Hi everybody!

Wanted to share some of my youngest brother's artwork in photos. He is amazing! He is able to capture the extraordinary beauty IN FOCUS that most of us just walk by. He has a website if you'd like to check out more of his lovely images. Just click on the link here...

Deepwoods Images

I'm very proud of him. His name is Art Anderson and he lives in Arkansas deep in the middle of all that God has made. I thank God for him every day.

If you want to use any of these images or any on his website, no problem, just be sure to give him credit.

God Bless you all,
Penny

Kansas Weather!

2009-06-11T08:22:00.003-05:00

Okay.. ENOUGH ALREADY!!! It is JUNE...it's supposed to be Summer...dry, hot, etc. But NOOOO... not here in Kansas. This is what we've been experiencing.

Yesterday was such a mess! We had 4 1/2 inches of rain in just a couple of hours. Tons of lightning, wind, and hail. Luckily (PTL) the tornadoes stayed away.

The hail we had was brief and not nearly as large as in this photo, but it's still scary. I was at the grocery store when it hit. The building has a metal roof and believe you me, it was LOUD. We ended up with pea size, marble size, and some quarter size. Yep, dents in the car!

After the storm was OVER, we were beginning to relax, and BOOM.. we have a lightning strike in our back yard! It struck a power pole and mercy... you know the 'arcing' sound when a transformer is hit??? Well, it did that 3 times. A big greenish ball of what I guess was energy pulsed at the top of the pole, then huge sprays of sparks flew in all directions. Scared us to bits!
We called 911, the fire dept. came and looked at it. They just said that they would report it to the elec. company.
Then... later we see a police car pull up out front. We go look out back and there's a fire going in the tree whose branches were touching the lines going to the pole that was struck. The fire dept. were back. They said it would just burn itself out and they would (again) report it to the elec. company. A big limb finally burnt through and it dropped on our side of the fence. Everything was so wet from all the rain that it went out.
God was watching over us, He REIGNS!

How's your weather lately?

Blessings,
Penny

What do you think of when you think of June?

2009-06-08T22:15:00.002-05:00

June Brides of course!!

1st in a Series, Nanette June Bride Cat Doll is a vision of lace and sweetness.

Now all I have to do is decide what to do for July! If you'd like to see Nanette's eBay listing just click on her name up there.

God Bless,
Penny

More Sweet Dollies!

2009-06-06T20:00:00.006-05:00

Hello everyone! Hope you're having a LOVELY weekend!

Wanted to share with all of you because if I don't these little innocent looking girls will pester me. They might look like sweet primitive dolls, but they're really a menagerie of ornery-ness (Is that a word?).

The cats and the bunny talk behind each other's backs, and the three little prim girls tell me that they, "... just wanna have fun." They are all listed on eBay this week. Click on their names to see the listing.

This is Prudence & her Crow. (If you ask me I think the Crow is really the ringleader).

Here is Kathleen Iddie Biddie Kittie. She does not ever shed but loves to take long soaking baths.

Pootsie and Lil Anne are inseparable (not really, she's just holding her...). I think she looks so old, but actually they have just had a rough life in the arms of an adoring child. Darling Hubby Randy made them. I really love them.

Lola Iddie Biddie Kittie just LOVES to gossip. Her favorite time of year is Fall, she even has a little pumpkin 'bag' she carries.

This is Bernice Raggedy. She loves the Lord Jesus and likes to tell everyone she meets. She doesn't ever say anything bad about anyone.

Destiney Bunny is a sweetheart, but she loves to tease and play practical jokes, the little stinker!

I hope you all enjoyed meeting them. Now maybe they will settle down and stop complaining that I don't talk about them.

God Bless you all,
Penny

Lookie Lookie!!! Giveaway!

2009-06-02T20:02:00.003-05:00

Over at Back Porch Pickins Kim is hosting a giveaway. It ends June 7th... so hurry over and sign up. Her creations are AMAZING so don't miss out.

Penny

I FINALLY have a Selling Blog...

2009-06-01T14:26:00.005-05:00

I was notified by two SWEETIES that the links I had in the last post were NOT WORKING. Thank you both of you! I have now FIXED THE LINKS... so hopefully you'll be able to get to my selling blog without any troubles.

and it's called Miss Pootsie's Primitives Market. Big surprise huh? LOL

Seriously though folks, this has been a long time coming and I've finally got it going.

You can reach it by just clicking on the name right up above here (the text) or over there to the right I have added a button/banner you can click on.

I would love to have some followers....please???

After you go check it out, please let me know what you think. I certainly could use some tips from you all who have already accomplished the Selling Blog thing.

Blessings & Hugs,

Penny

New Stuff!

2009-05-30T23:14:00.003-05:00

Just thought I'd share a few dollies that will be listed on eBay on Sunday and Monday.

God Bless,
Penny

Fantastic Giveaway!!!

2009-05-28T21:57:00.001-05:00

Isn't this little guy amazing??? Johanna Parker is going to give Lumina away to some lucky person! Go check it out!

Penny

Look What My Honey Made...

2009-05-26T10:13:00.002-05:00

Isn't it wonderful???

It's a Cheater Quilt. The background is all hand painted, and the Crow has a button jointed wing. The Sunflower is a separate piece that he painted, quilted and attached to the Painting. I just love it!

It is listed on eBay right now for a beginning bid of $17.77 (which I think is waaaay too low!). Click Here to go to the listing.

You know, I wish we could take better photos! It seems like even though they're okay, like in focus, etc... they could be so much better. What are your photo taking secrets??? I know that many of you have just wonderful photos in your listings, web pages, and blogs. I'd love it if you would share your tips w/ me.

Everyone have a wonderful spring day!

Penny

Okee Dokee...here we go!

2009-05-21T17:30:00.003-05:00

... DIANNTHA of Ohiofarmgirl

My sweet granddaughter Randi picked the number 5 this morning... so Dianntha wins the little Kittie. I'll be contacting her asap. Y'all wish her a congrats!!!

Love U All,
Penny

Just workin...

2009-05-19T15:11:00.005-05:00

Hello to all! What R U up to today?

Oh.. by the way... THIS IS NOT where you should comment for the giveaway. It's down there below.

I'm working on a kind of oddity for me. It's going to be a pumpkin head doll riding a turtle... I THINK! Sometimes these things evolve strangely and change my plans mid course.

Have you ever seen a turtle out of its shell? I think he is afraid that he'll be going in the soup kettle.

I haven't done any sculpting in quite some time, so this was fun. I don't think it's exactly what I had envisioned, but it'll do.

Still have a LONG way to go, but the journey is pleasant.

God Bless,
Penny

This is a "I MISSED MY 100th POST" GIVEAWAY!!!

2009-05-13T12:08:00.006-05:00

... and I feel terrible about it! I guess all the hoop dee doo about Mother's Day distracted me.

Ok... in honor of my 100th post we will do a GIVEAWAY!!!

How about a little Kittie named Joanie?!?

She's small, about 8" tall, and is wearing a darling dress in red toile. She's announcing that "A Joyful Heart is Good Medicine". Very sweet.

Soooo... all you have to do to be entered in the Giveaway is to make a comment on this particular post. Please comment on THIS POST... not any after this one or anywhere else. I appreciate that. In your comment could you tell me what your favorite scripture or hymn is? It would help me to compile what prim collectors like from what you tell me. You will be helping me in some research!!! Thank you!!

I'm sorry but I cannot afford to pay the postage for my international blogger friends. It makes me sad, but I just can't... so Continental USA only please. I'll draw the winning name next Thursday the 21st (May) late in the evening, so the signups for the Giveaway will end on Wednesday, May 20th, 2009 at midnight.

Please make sure that you post an email addy where I can contact you if you are the lucky winner. If you have a blog I can reach you there, but if not and you don't give me an email addy... you LOSE! I won't have any way to let you know... so if you don't give me the email addy or if you don't have a blog...sorry, I'll have to draw another winner's name, and that would be just awful.

Also... if you want to mention my giveaway on your blog, feel free! I won't give you an extra point, or enter you twice or anything...mainly because I have trouble keeping up with simple things like most things in my life let-alone double entries and things...so uh..... well, you know what I mean. LOL

Good luck all. I look forward to sending Joanie Kittie on her way to the winner.

God Bless You all and may He give you an outpouring of JOY!

Penny

PLEASE READ THIS!!! I already have one sweetie who posted without a blog or email! (Colleen, if you read this come back and give me some way to contact you!) Please don't forget to post that info!?!

Happy Mother's Day!

2009-05-09T22:05:00.003-05:00

A New Sweetie & Another Hint...

2009-05-09T11:31:00.004-05:00

Good day everyone! Was sketching some ideas and/ or plans for dolls and I thought, "Why don't I share this on my blog?". I know I love to see other artist's plans... so here we go.

A New Sweetie...

I was thinking about Fall, the harvest time, pumpkins... and this little cutie popped into my head. Now all I have to do is make her...LOL.

Here is the additional hint to what I hinted originally about a few posts back. Okay, this is kind of silly isn't it?

I want to make an Art Doll.. an honest to goodness beauty. I have made a few in the past, but they take a lot of concentration and time to complete, time that I don't have a lot of. Well, at least I got some planning sketching done.

I was trying to decide what KIND of doll, what CHARACTER, etc. The thought of Elizabeth Bennet (Pride & Prejudice) came to mind. She is so graceful and feminine. I can just picture her in a ball gown.... can't you?

ANYONE HAVE ANY SPARE TIME LYING AROUND that I could borrow????

Wish me luck?

Blessings,
Penny

Up for Adoption..

2009-05-07T09:20:00.003-05:00

Good Morning & God Bless You All!

It's a rainy day here in Kansas. God sends this rain for all His good purposes, so who am I to question why?! I'm feeling a bit soggy but Praise Him anyway!!!

I have several (14) dolls listed on eBay right now. Here's three of them. If you want to see the listings, click on their names. If you'd like to see all of my listings, click on the little cutie graphic on the right.

This is Laura May and her little Teddy. She speaks of our God as our fortress!!!

This sweetie is Linda Dee. She's one of my Iddie Biddie Dolls, so she's only about 8" tall. She tells us that 'It is Well, It is Well, With my Soul'.

Now this little pair of Cats are named Tracie Cat & Lottie Iddie Biddie Kittie. Can't you just hear them singing in their little Kittie voices, 'What a friend we have in Jesus...'.

Thanks for stopping by today. I pray that you all have WONDERFUL hours ahead and can find some time to spend with our Lord!

Blessings,
Penny

Hint, hint...

2009-05-04T10:50:00.002-05:00

Can anyone guess what I'll be working on very, very soon?

I'm so excited about it. I hope that I am up to the challenge.

Blessings,
Penny

The Peace of God

2009-04-29T08:09:00.002-05:00

Philippians 4:6-7
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

In this world there are many things that attack our sense of well being and safety. God never promised that we as Christians wouldn't go through hard times, or scary times, He just promised that He would never leave us or forsake us.

I STAND ON THAT PROMISE.

God's peace transcends our worldly concerns, it's beyond our understanding, and He gives it freely.

My prayer for you today is to receive that PEACE in Jesus' name.

Blessings,
Penny

I forgot about...

2009-04-26T06:28:00.004-05:00

Oooooops! I forgot to put these little ladies on my blog.

Chanel Cat & Roxie TTIB Kittie... they are so cute! They're telling everyone what FAITH is. This auction will start this afternoon (Sunday the 26th.)

Little Nicole Raggedy is still on eBay, but the listing ends today. I love that Ladybug fabric! Her message is simple, "God Loves You".

Thank you for all your prayers throughout the storms last night. Tornadoes touching down all over the place, but we were spared. PTL!!!

Penny

More dolls...

2009-04-25T21:41:00.003-05:00

Hello again!

Been working on lots of dolls again! Here's a couple of them that are listed on eBay right now.

This is Kizzie Frog...

And this is Clarise Cat & Crow...

God Bless you all,
Penny

Two Found Faces

2009-04-22T22:38:00.002-05:00

I was reading The Cart Before the Horse's Blog the other day and ran across a fun thing they are doing. Here's the excerpt from their blog:

Ever see faces in decidedly unnatural objects? I see 'em all the time, and so does MyrtleandEunice who has prompted this gathering of faces from most unlikely places. Here are her rules:

1. Absolutely, under no circumstances do ‘put together’ faces fit the bill, no matter how ‘casually’ features seem to ‘circumstantially’ happen together. I am so on to that.

2. Faces found while standing sideways or on one’s head are absolutely and clearly acceptable – and extra brownie points for spotting them the wrong way up in the first instance.

Ok... so I was intrigued! Hmmm.. I started looking around everywhere for faces. I found two right off the bat very near the computer. Here they are.

This one I had to turn upside down, but there's definitely a face. I think he's trying to say... "Helllloooooooooooooooo".

And this one, oh my... the photo is terrible, my apologies. This little guy just looks robotic to me, but he has a cheerful smile.

Well... that was fun. Think I'll go look for some more. You all give it a try. I'm off to tell Jo all about it..hehee.

Penny

My Darlin Dolls

2009-04-21T07:35:00.003-05:00

Good Morning Tuesday!!!

Just want to share some more of my babies. They are all listed on eBay right now. I have 14 dolls for sale, and many more coming. Yep, I've been a busy girl!

1st is Minerva. She loves her garden and has an ittie bittie REAL Spade. I mean, it's made of wood and rusty metal. You could actually dig dirt with it!!! LOL

Matilda Raggedy has a teenie basket of flowers and reminds us to 'love each other'.

Finally, Tasha proclaims how God is her fortress!!! She's holding a tiny Teddie Bear.

You can see all my listings on eBay by clicking on the link (the little drawing on the left), or you can click on each doll's name to see just that listing.

Thank you and God Bless You All,

Penny

Feelin' Froggie??

2009-04-16T22:03:00.004-05:00

Say hello to Belindy Frog

Isn't she just the epitomy of Spring? I love these little frogs. I'm working on two more. Belindy is listed on eBay right now. You can get to the listing by clicking on her name above.

Thanks Mary for your sweet post on your blog about Abbie Bunny. So happy you love her.

Blessings,
Penny

Gettin' ready for Mother's Day

2009-04-14T07:53:00.002-05:00

Mother's Day is 'right around the corner', well okay... it's about a month away, but on eBay that is practically tomorrow! Seems like the buyers come out earlier and earlier every year. It's just like selling retail, you stock waaaay ahead of time.

Here's three doll sets that display Mother's Day sentiments. All three are listed on eBay right now! Click on the title to go to that listing.

Valerie Cat & Linnie TTIB Kittie

Liza Cat & Davina TTIB Kittie

Tracey & Elise TTIB

Thanks for looking at my dollies this morning. I'll have something different to show you soon. Just in time for SPRING!

God Bless You All,
Penny

Here Comes Peter Cottontail...

2009-04-12T21:01:00.004-05:00

Hello & Happy Easter. Praise God for His precious Son, our hope and our Salvation, our strength & joy, Jesus.

This is Jordan, my 13 yr. old Granddaughter in her Easter dress.

And this is Randi. She's 10.

They had a great day, Church service, pot luck lunch, Easter egg hunt, then home, big Pasta dinner, yet another Easter egg hunt. Yep, it's Chocolate land around here.

May the Lord God bless you and keep you well and happy.

Penny

Happy Easter

2009-04-10T22:43:00.004-05:00

Jesus Is Lord!

That's me and my sweet Daddy in 1955, I was almost 3 yrs old. I miss him so much. He went home to be with the Lord a few years ago. Can you imagine the Easter celebration in Heaven???

I think this was the next Easter with my sweet Momma. I miss her too, she's in Arkansas. A very wonderful and loving Mother.

I pray that you all have a blessed Easter. May God's perfect Son shine on you.

Penny

And the Winner Is...

2009-04-10T07:53:00.003-05:00

Mary in Texas!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'll hop over and leave a comment on her blog. Congratulations Mary! By the way, your family is so gorgeous! I really enjoyed your blog.

Everyone have a wonderful day. It's rainy here and is supposed to be frosty again tonight. Oh well... before long it will be the doggie days of Summer and I'll be complaining about the heat...LOL.

Love & Blessings,
Penny

ATTENTION PLEASE!

2009-04-08T22:45:00.003-05:00

I've been looking at the comments on my giveaway post and I have found three so far that has no blog to refer to. I couldn't find any email to communicate with them, sooooo... if that person wins, I won't have any way to let them know!!!

Please, if you read this come back and add another post w/ your info. You just never know..you could be the winner and I'd have no way to tell you. That would be so sad.

You all take care now!

Penny

Randy's Cheater Quilts

2009-04-08T13:12:00.002-05:00

Hello y'all!

Wanted to show you what my DH has been up to. He has two Cheater Quilts, or Folk Art Quilt Paintings, listed on eBay right now. I just love them both!

The 1st one is a three panel piece with a Running Rabbit with button jointed legs that you can move, a Crow with a button jointed wing, and a graceful Swan. He embellished the piece with buttons, stitches, and rusty bells. I just love it! You can click on the title above the pics to see the listings.

Folk Art Quilt Painting

This one is a single panel with a majestic Rooster.

Rooster Cheater Quilt Painting

Yep, I'm braggin! My hubby is so talented!

Blessings,
Penny

Wanna Win A Bunny?

2009-04-04T09:33:00.006-05:00

Hello again! Hope all of you are feeling well & praising our Lord today! I am! You know though... I am SO SORE! Let me explain...

I am 55 years old and almost NEVER get any exercise, unless you count walking through the house or doing laundry or clicking the t.v. remote. ~SIGH~

Yesterday my youngest Granddaughter and I had to walk to my oldest Granddaughter's Middle School and walk her home. I don't know how far it was, but I was practically in tears by the time we were about a third of the way there. I had no idea how out of shape I was/am. It was just awful. Today I'm so sore I can't hardly move. I feel like I'm 100 years old. But I'm STILL Praising the Lord!!!

K... 'nuff about that!

On a lighter note, I'm doing a GIVEAWAY!!!... or maybe I should say WE are doing a Giveaway. Randy (DH) made a darling, prim Rabbit doll and we've decided to give it away on my blog. She is perfect for Easter, but could be displayed through Spring & Summer...or even all year if you choose. Her name is Abbie. She has an Easter Basket full of colorful eggs, but she's just holding it. You could take it out of her little Bunny hand if you wish. Here's a couple of photos.

All you have to do to enter the Giveaway is post a comment. I think it would be a HOOT if any of you that are as out of shape as I am told me so in your comment. Then I wouldn't feel so bad... hehee. I will draw a name out of the hat (literally.. Randy's hat!) on Friday, April 10th, and will post the winner's name that day, so please get your comments posted BEFORE then, like the last day will be Thursday, the 9th. I know that's not much time, but going fast like this will shorten the suspense time!

I'm sorry, but I must confine this giveaway to the U.S. only. Just cannot afford the postage for international friends.

Blessings to all of you from God!

Penny

Free Sailboat Pattern

2009-03-26T20:06:00.009-05:00

Hello again! Thought I'd offer a little pattern up for anyone who's interested. I made this Sailboat for a doll to hold, but it could be used so many different ways.

Okay here we go...here's the actual pattern, instructions below.

Sailboat

1. Print out pattern on cardstock, or print on regular paper, cut out and trace onto heavier cardboard.

2. Cut a 5 inch piece of a wood skewer (just like you'd use for kabobs!). Sand off the rough end.

3. Trace pattern of boat, sails, and flag onto muslin (or whatever kind of fabric you wish to use). Cut out allowing about 1/4 inch seam allowance.

4. Stitch all pieces, leaving enough opening to be able to turn them easily. I left the entire ends of them open on the sails and flag, but just a small opening on the bottom of the boat.

5. Clip all curves and corners. Turn inside out and stuff VERY lightly... just enough to give it a little bit of body. Stitch the openings closed.

6. Cut a tiny (1/4 inch) slit in the middle of the top of the boat. Squirt a dab of glue into the hole and put a bit on the end of the skewer. Insert skewer into the hole and let dry.

7. With embroidery floss (I used brown, 3 strands) stitch the top points of each sail to the skewer, wrapping the floss around the skewer as if they were rope. Do the same to the bottom inside point. Then stitch the outer points of each sail to the top of the boat. Last, stitch the flag to the top of the skewer.

8. Dab on some glue over the stitches at the top, where you have attached the flag.
Let dry.

9. I painted the boat brown with artist's acrylics and the little flag with a dark red. You can use any colors you wish.Let dry completely then sand lightly.

FINISHED! I think this little sailboat is darling. It certainly makes a cute Ornie for a doll to hold, or to hang in your home.

Happy stitching!
Penny

New Members of my Dolly Family

2009-03-24T21:01:00.003-05:00

Hello all! Hope you're having a wonderful day. It stormed here in Overland Park last night and some this morning early. I woke up soooo early, at least it was early for me, 4:40 am! Now of course I'm pooped and wish I could go to bed early.

I have a few more dollies listed on eBay right now. I will create links to each of them so you can just click on their names and it will take you to that auction. OR if you just want to see all I have listed just click on that cute graphic over there to the left.

The first doll is a Cat and a tiny little Kittie. Their names are Beulah Cat & Olive Kittie. Beulah's Ornie says, "Her children arise up and call her blessed..." Proverbs 31:28.

Next is Rita Mae & Her daughter Mavis. Her Ornie says, ""The Heart of a Mother is a deep abyss at the bottom of which you will always find forgiveness."

Finally a set of two cats. Minuet Cat & Adele Kittie. Minuet holds a little Spring Basket of Flowers.

Hope you enjoyed meeting my little ones. Of course I have a pile of bodies, limbs, and stuffing just waiting for me to return to them...LOL.

Have a Blessed Tomorrow,

Penny

Just wanted to share...

2009-03-16T23:46:00.010-05:00

Hello everyone! Hope your Monday has been a good one. I've had quite a productive day and I'm excited to share it with you.

Lately I've been checking out other crafter's blogs and one in particular just catches my eye and stimulates my imagination constantly. Jo of Cart Before The Horse consistently inspires me. If you've never looked at their creations, you really should. Just wonderful!!! Jo has been making some gorgeous little goodies lately that she calls "Cheater Quilts". I've found other Cheater Quilts before, but none as creative and unique as her's.

Sooo... I decided to give it a try. I started my 1st Cheater Quilt last night. I cut out a front of Osnaburg, a back of stained muslin, and a piece of batting sandwiched between the two. Then I drew out the painting/quilting on the cloth surface that I had earlier sketched on paper. Then I stitched the quilting lines. Here's how it looked at that point.

Next came the paint. I use acrylics and layed in the basic colors. It looks really bright at this point.

The next two photos show the piece when I had accomplished more painting, then did some sanding to tone down the look. I 'stained' the entire piece w/ a colorwash of watered down acrylics, then w/ a wet sponge, wiped most of the paint away. After it dried I sanded it...that's when it starts to look old.

Next I started embroidering. To make it look even more quilted, I stitched between the 'blocks', all around the edge of the painting, and on the painting itself. I dug into my stash of vintage buttons and found lots of them to add to the piece.

I feel like it's finished now. I hemmed the piece all around the edge with a running stitch. I'll add a dowel to the back/top edge to stabilize the piece when it's hung.
I don't know for sure... so you all think it needs something more? I wish my photos could be better so you could get a better look at it.

Here's some assorted pics of my new/old sewing machine I just bought. I just LOVE her. I named her Bertha. She will probably outlive me, she's a TANK! There's a pic of part of my work area where I store most of my buttons, and a pic of a fabric picture my sweet Momma made years ago. My Daddy made the frame out of some old, OLD barnwood from their place. Good memories there!

God Bless You All!!!
Hope your Tuesday is memorable and blessed!

Penny

Wonderful Fabric Shop I Found!

2009-03-12T15:50:00.004-05:00

Ok... I just have to do this!

If anyone lives in Northeast Kansas I want to tell you about the most WONDERFUL Fabric Shop I found today. The name of it is Addadi's Fabrics and they've been in business since 1979.

It's in Overland Park, Kansas, 9629 W. 87th St. It's small, but absolutely stuffed with fabric. I found prints that I've never seen before. I usually shop at JoAnns or Hobby Lobby but not any more!

It's kind of a 'Mom n Pop' store and the couple running it (I assume the owners) were so nice and helpful. I bought 32 1/4 yards of assorted fabrics for $118.00.

Now let me tell ya... they had tons of civil war reproduction prints, and assorted quilting fabrics. They're 'normal' price was $4.99 a yard and this same fabric goes for $8 or more a yd. at JoAnns. They ended up giving me the fabric for $3.99 a yard.

I am just thrilled! Can't wait to churn out dollies dressed in my new fabrics~!

What a great day!
God Bless,
Penny

Beautiful work!

2009-03-11T12:43:00.002-05:00

I ran across this blog today and now just have to share it. I don't know if I've ever seen dolls more beautifully executed and so lifelike. I don't even know the lady's name but she is an artist in the truest sense of the word.

The blog is called "ClothnClay". Take a look I know you won't be disappointed. Seeing those gorgeous dolls makes me want to pull my clay out and get busy.

I've got a few dolls on eBay that I'm excited about. They're a bit different, but they are still the same. I don't know... do you all think I should change my 'style' of doll, or do something completely different?

I really enjoy the 'cheater quilts' that Jo at Cart Before the Horse makes. So attractive and fun. I would love to try my hand at some of them.

I also miss painting. My watercolors have just sat in the closet now forever. I haven't painted anything, well... other than dolls, in a long, long time. Maybe it's spring fever???

Here's a couple of my newest babies.

God Bless you all,

Penny

You Know What Happens...

2009-03-03T08:16:00.004-06:00

when you leave rabbits alone??? MORE RABBITS! heehee

This little lady's name is Fawn. Yep, she has eyeglasses. I picked up a large lot of little glasses from a really nice seller on eBay. They are sooo cute. Some of them I've used on dolls in combination with lyrics on their ornies like, "Turn Your EYES upon Jesus...". I love it! I'm trying to find some more scriptures and lyrics to use to work with the glasses. Right now Fawn is listed on eBay.

This is Charlotte. She is holding a Lil' rabbit that is just so cute. Her Ornie says, "Blessed Assurance Jesus Is Mine". Don't you just love old hymns? They are so comforting, so familiar. I think that my buyers love them too! God ALWAYS knows what He is doing, doesn't He?

Well.. time to go for now. God Bless you all,

Penny

More dollies!

2009-02-28T15:38:00.004-06:00

Hi everyone! It's snowing like mad here today! I'M TIRED OF SNOW!!! I woke up this morning praying, "Lord, thank you for this day, praise your holy name. Thank you for the snow, even if I am sick of it!".
Here's a little doll I have on eBay right now. She's an Iddie Biddie, which means she's no more than 9 inches tall. I've been enjoying using the lovely words to old Hymns lately on the doll's ornies. Judie's ornie says, "His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me." Isn't that a wonderful truth?

Sharon's ornie is a very special scripture. "For we walk by faith, not by sight." 2 Cor. 5:7.
Years ago when I first started making primitive dolls and selling at Craft Fairs and online, I promised God that I would tell people about Him. I would use the dolls I made (the work of my hands) to share His love and His Word. He has truly blessed me. He has sustained me through these little, simple dolls. He NEVER FAILS!

I pray for all who read this to experience these truths for themselves. God is so Good and He loves you more than anything.

Blessings,
Penny

Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus

2009-02-26T08:39:00.006-06:00

This little sweetheart says what I feel. She is listed on eBay right now, and she is holding a little ornie that says, "Turn your Eyes Upon Jesus", (here's the rest of the song...) Look full in His Wonderful Face, And the things of Earth will Grow Strangely Dim, In the Light of His Glory and Grace.

Gosh, that song is one of the very first praise and worship songs I learned when I first found the Lord Jesus. I was a teenager, a Hippie and very, very lost. Jesus broke through all my darkness and brought me into His light.

I hope that you are in His light today and are experiencing His love & grace.

Praise His Holy Name!
Penny

Happy 80th Birthday

2009-02-15T23:13:00.004-06:00

My father in law turned 80 today! About 30 relatives gathered to wish him a wonderful birthday. We had lots of laughs, food, cake, & fun, including a video of vintage photos from his life. God Bless him!

Happy Birthday Chet!

Lemonade Award

2009-02-14T08:06:00.004-06:00

Good Morning all!
I was given an award! It's the Lemonade Award. I am honored to receive this. Debbie of Willowtree Treasures gave me this award. HOW SWEET! Thank you Debbie. She was interviewed by Linda from I Love Crafts & Craft Blogs. Take a peek, it's a great article.

I am definitely accepting this award, and will post the little graphic, but alas, nearly all of my blogging friends now have an Award Free Blog. They've all been awarded so many times that they would spend all their time and use up all their blog space to post about them. So... for now, I can't Award anyone else.

I do appreciate your kindness Debbie. Bless your sweet heart! I am truly honored.

God Bless,
Penny

GOTTA ADD THIS ONE... guess what???? Linda of Grama's Gourds and Primitives awarded me that Lemonade Award too! Such a small world. Thank you Linda!