Westwood Cottage: July 2012

Monday, July 9, 2012

Vintage Handkerchief Scarf

For years now I have been collecting vintage linens with the hope of using them in sewing projects. I just can't bring myself to cut into vintage handkerchiefs. So I was delighted to find a tutorial at the Skip To My Lou blog to make a vintage handkerchief scarf. Why didn't I think of that?

You can find the tutorial at http://www.skiptomylou.org/2011/05/06/handkerchief-scarf/ . My handkerchiefs have scalloped edges so I hand sewed them together. This would also make a really nice table runner. Happy Sewing!

Thursday, July 5, 2012

DIY Deck Chairs

BEFORE: Found two chairs at a yard sale for $8.00

DURING: Spray paint matt gold to match existing plant stand and replace vinyl on the seat.

AFTER: Sit and enjoy the summer!

Westwood's Cottage

There's a cottage in the country,
A place that you should see,
It's a haven in a harsh world,
A place of quiet peace.

There's a grove of spruce and lilac,
Planted there with tender love,
To break the wind, on winter days,
A home for wren and dove.

When you walk through the picket gate,
You know that you have arrived,
At the home of some gentle people,
You can see the love in there eyes.

The flower beds surround you,
Ablaze with colours bright,
The butterflies flit by you,
The crickets sing at night.

When you enter the cottage you're greeted,
By the smell of fresh baked bread,
And gingersnaps, just like Grandma's,
The aroma fills your head.

The tea kettle sits singing,
The table is set with care,
With special cups and saucers,
It's all because you are there.

As you sip your tea and visit,
Just take a look around,
You'll see more plants and flowers,
And handicrafts abound.

Yes, it's a country cottage,
Filled with life and love,
For all of God's creations,
And blessings from above.

Written by Carol Sumner March 21, 1984