Repurposing...

Years ago, I received this corgi piece from my dear friend, Denise. Originally, there was a candle that revealed a corgi necklace when it burned down. I still have, love,  and wear it.

Now I'm thinking I'd like to turn this container into a pincushion. I already have an idea for it, so I'll work on it this weekend and then show you what I've come up with next week.

Turning it into a pincushion will make it a useful tool that I'll always have handy when I'm stitching or sewing. I'm looking forward to this!

 

Another Extended Birthday Surprise!...

A package arrived on Monday from my dear Vermont friend, Denise! I was so surprised to receive it, and even more surprised when I opened it.

Inside was another cookbook. This one is "Cooking from Quilt Country" by Marcia Adams. It's filled with lots of photographs of Amish and Mennonite kitchens and people. There are many basic, healthy recipes, too. Between the cookbook from Marrianne in New Zealand, and this cookbook from Denise, I'm going to have many new, tasty dishes created here in the farmhouse.

As if the book weren't enough, I also received this adorable Corgi candle, but there was an even more interesting thing about this particular candle...

As it burns down, it will reveal a solid .925 sterling silver treasure within the wax! I was tickled when I saw the candle, but this one contains an extra gift. How fun is that?

Thank you, dear Denise, from your grateful and spoiled friend in Wisconsin. I love both generous gifts, and can't wait to see what's hidden in the wax! 

Big hugs from my heart to yours,