Friday, July 23, 2021

Goodies Haul

Just unpacking my trip purchases...

Here are my buys from Woolen Memories in Ware, Ma.       Sandy had a sale on some of her hand dudes, a treat for me as I usually purchase off the bolt textures.                That red striped and dotted is divine. My next project will be the large “Antique Shop” pattern on the far right.

I had a box shipped and waiting for me at my parents’ home— it was from The Wool Studio. Be still my heart.

The green plaid is “Guacamole” and is particularly lovely.


(Above): antique frog which will hold my rug hooks, antique rolling pin (Va.)for Cmas shortbread, and a small Amish made broom, yet to be freed from its binding, which is perfect for de-fuzzing a freshly hooked rug. 

And this gourd birdhouse from Pa. ‘Twas hand painted by an elderly local and a steal at $19. 

Well, I’m stumped as to why my lettering isn’t centering... anyway..

I also made some purchases at The Emporium, a huge antiques mall in my hometown of Strasburg, Va. if you’re ever there, do visit! 


9 comments:

Saundra said...

I love my brush and it works oh so well. What was the name of the top piece of wool from Rebecca? It looks like there are faint red lines running thru it???

kcmrugs@gmail.com said...

Cotton Cloud is that top piece. I haven’t hooked with it yet but it is creamy sweet! Paid under $4 for my brush. Couldn’t believe that.

NMK said...

You found wonderful souvenirs on your vacation ! Love Sandy's pattern of the Antique Shop !

acorn hollow said...

love all of your goodies but I really want that rolling pin!! I have been wanting one but not ready to pay the price.
Cathy

kcmrugs@gmail.com said...

I almost purchased one in Germany. I’m glad I waited. This was $24 and I’ll give it loads of use!

TheCrankyCrow said...

Ooooohhh such fun treasures!! I would never hace thought of using a brush like that fo a rug...bet it works great...now to find one LOL. And I LOVE that birdhouse! I have a penchant for gourd birdhouses of any kind, but mine are all plain. Will you display it inside or out?? Please do show us the rest of the treasures you found at the antique mall!! ~Robin~

kcmrugs@gmail.com said...

I’m so taken with the design on this gourd house that I don’t want it outside. I had bought it for the birds though. Yes, I’ll take more purchase pics!
Try this link Robin: also known as a taste tester broom
https://www.familyfarmhandcrafts.com/cake-tester/

Rugs and Pugs said...

Great finds.
Welcome home & happy hooking with your yummy new wools.
I am not a bright wool person, but I love using little bits of the guacamole wool.

kcmrugs@gmail.com said...

That’s funny- I’d never have described the wool as a bright. 😊 I’m using a lot of it in my rug right now and it’s a great grass. I bet it’s a good seller