Last week my friend, Melissa and I headed over to nearby Bernat Mill Antiques for a quick shopping jaunt. Every time we get together we have loads of fun chit-chatting while we shop, lunch, walk, drive around, etc. And best of all, we’re both crazy about all things art so there’s always plenty to share and gush over.
To me, “F” represents friends and fun (naturally these two go hand-in-hand.) Here’s a pin cushion that I created using “F” as the focal point – this piece was published amongst a few of my other examples in the summer issue of Somerset Life. And can you believe that summer is almost over? How can it be that we’re already just days away from September and I’m still feeling stuck in mid-July? I suppose it’s wishful thinking since I’d love to repeat our family vacation.
Here’s one that I made with dear Melissa in mind.
And here’s a cute card and jar that Melissa created for me…notice how she loves to use initials too!
My shopping outing with Melissa ended up costing next to nothing. Even though there were so many wonderful goodies in the store I managed to come home with only a handful of items, which amounted to just three wisely spent dollars. Isn’t it wonderful that in the company of fabulous friends you don’t need to spend tons of money to have a great time? Enjoying meaningful conversations with friends has me thinking that “F” is also for favorite.
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You found some fabulous trinkets! The pieces above are wonderful! I really love that pin cushion!
August 24th, 2010
It was fun! However…it may not have cost you anything, but I remember shelling out some bucks!!! I wish I had gotten that watering can, too!
August 24th, 2010
Fabulous! Fun, friends and finds….what a great time you, both had!
Love your finds and how sharing equals so much more! Time spent with friends is priceless~
August 24th, 2010
Becky,
Don’t you just love your art friends? So many people in my life don’t quiteget what to do with that part of me!
You got some terrific, well-chosen goodies there. You can be very proud to get out of an antique mall spending three dollars!
Hugs,
Suz
August 24th, 2010
i agree that having someone who enjoys these kinds of outings is so nice. what you found are certainly beauties.
August 25th, 2010
ahhhh, yes…..the letter “f”…….friends, fun……and how about fabulous, fantastic, felted-goodness, first-class, awesome, spectacular……well, okay those last two don’t begin with “f”, but they certainly describe your artwork!!!! i’m glad you had some girlfriend fun…..your projects are terrific!! xox
August 25th, 2010
there is nothing like friends and fun and favorite times spent together!!!
i have had that the last two days and feel so blessed for it!!!
and how about “f” for fabulous finds on your little shopping adventure too!!!
big hugs
xoxoxo
k
August 25th, 2010
Ohh.. I have to agree with Kolleen, “f” is for FABULOUS. Having a freind to share with makes all the difference in life. Friendship is inspiration in and of itself.
August 26th, 2010
Love old candy or jello molds, great idea to make them into pincushions!
August 26th, 2010
Faithful Friends Fetching Felicity!!!
I think a dear friend who is crazy about all things art is a rare treasure.
I am so happy you have one in your life.
It sounds like the perfect day gathering happiness.
loves.
c
(p.s. i agree…EVERYTHING you touch is golden)
August 28th, 2010
I count you as a blogger friend! The card is so cute all stitched up. I love how you put passion with your beads. F is for FUN, too.
August 30th, 2010
Becky your images are beautiful… and your blog is GORGEOUS… love it here!!! truly!!! wow…
you are amazing… just looking around and soaking up the goodness…
xxo, kim
September 4th, 2010
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