Lacey Jane Primitives

2011-12-05T13:49:00.001-06:00

Ok I am the first to admit that I am not good at blogging. I do have a new wool I created:
I call it Antique Tin

I think it is awesome for a background and critters. Go to my website for all of my wonderful wools and kits.
http://www.lacejaneprims.com/.

The holidays are upon us and I have been busy making some Christmas like things.

Be sure to go to http://www.pfattmarketplace.com/ on the 10th to view mine and my other Pfatt sisters newest creations.

Also, I have added some bracelets I created in my Etsy shop. http://www.etsy.com/shop/LaceyJane

This one is a Christmas charm bracelet made with lampwork trees and candy. It comes with it's own handmade pouch which can be used for other things, like maybe a coin purse. The bracelet is completely adjustable for any size wrist and is made of silver and silver plate. Each bracelet is signed and numbered.

Today is cold, cloudy and windy! Great for staying inside and working in my studio.

Once again I will try to update my blog more often, so until next time......Be safe and hope you have wonderful holidays!
Jo and Lacey Jane

Boy Is It Hot!!!!!

2011-08-07T18:21:00.002-05:00

OK - I am so tired of being hot! Ready for October, NOW
Anyway - just published my newsletter and decided to post if here as well.
Here goes:

Well, it has been since March that I sent out a newsletter to all my wonderful customers. I have to confess, this summer heat is ghastly, 113 degrees in the shade! Dyeing wool has been difficult but I have managed to add a couple of new wools.

I invite you to go look at my new website, designed by my awesome webmaster, Sally Van Nuys of High Time Design. You can pick up her link on my website, I encourage anyone with a small business that wants a presence on the web to go check her out. Sally is an artist with a keen eye for all of us little people.

I have been very busy with Create and Decorate this summer and all of my contributions are on my website.

Long Hot Summer!!!!

August 2011

Volume II, Issue 2

Antique Green

Antique Red

Antique Rust

Blues Swatchette

Dark Antique Blue

Light Antique Blue

Antique Rope

Medium Antique Blue

Texas Wine

Wicked Black

Texas Buttercups

Look at all the new colors and I have more coming!

Check the website often for the newest colors and projects!

Have a safe & cool summer!!!!

If you want a copy sent to you, just email me!!!! jdismukes@hughes.net

Stay Cool

Jo and Lacey Jane

August

2011-06-02T15:27:00.000-05:00

I know it has been awhile, but have been busy rug hooking. I have a hard time dividing my time between rug hooking or doing computer work.
Anyway
The newest issue for Create and Decorate, August 2011, will be on newstands next week. If you see it, pick it up. It is totally awesome!!!!
And my latest project - Flag Bunting Rug - is in there! It measures about 18" wide by 35" long and would make a wonderful rug for your home or for a friend. My webmaster will be loading the wools and kit on my website this week.
To see the rug, go to www.createanddecorate.com. It is right there on the 1st page. Kewl huh?
Hope everyone has a great summer.
Stay well
Jo and Lacey Jane

Easter is upon us!!!! EEK!!!!!

2011-04-10T16:21:00.000-05:00

My niecelet Nikki made this wonderful doll from lace, material, cardboard, wood, yarn, tinsel and masking tape. Oh! and my Fabrico markers.
Isn't she awesome???? My niecelet is 14 years and a budding artist. She was browsing thru one of my many magazines and suddenly popped up, started drawing in her journal and then was buzzing all over my studio looking for stuff she could use. Very creative and also a first time doll.
What do you think?
Sunny here today, collecting dyestuffs from nature. Will start dyeing my Garden Wools again soon. Been harvesting all winter and now that spring is here, lotsa stuff to collect. Can't wait to start!
Hope everyone is having a lovely day, enjoy and stay safe.
Jo and Lacey Jane

March Already

2011-03-09T11:50:00.000-06:00

And I am so behind!!!
Today I am dyeing wool for about 8 orders. And I will be assembling those orders. What fun!!!
I have also taken a part time job at the local bait & tackle shop. That is why I have not been here. Things are starting to really get busy, it is fishing season!
It is a beautiful day here today, which is so inspiring, I have a couple of projects waiting in the wings, if I can ever find the time.
Have a beautiful day!
Jo and Lacey Jane

Wow! Thanksgiving this Week!!!!

2010-11-21T11:28:00.000-06:00

Be sure to check out the PFATT Blog and sign up for our annual Christmas give-away! Art created by my fabulous PFATT sisters for your enjoyment! Go here! Good Luck!http://pfatt.blogspot.com/
Jo and Lacey Jane

PFATT Marketplace will update on the 10th!

2010-11-09T10:22:00.000-06:00

And here is a sneak peek of one of my items!

Be sure to pay a visit!
Stay well
Jo and Lacey Jane

My Pfatt Christmas Tree!

2010-11-01T17:54:00.000-05:00

I participate every year in my forum PFATT, a Christmas Ornament exchange. Thought I would share. Enjoy!
Jo and Lacey Jane

Published in Create and Decorate

2010-10-29T12:07:00.000-05:00

In the Holiday issue, an angel I found on a tombstone!!! How kewl is that?!!!

Winter Blessings in the December issue of Create and Decorate.

Kits and wool for both of these rugs are on my website!

Let me know what you think!

Jo and Lacey Jane

New Works Published!

2010-10-29T12:01:00.000-05:00

Tabitha

Was won by Sheryl Parsons from the fabulous blog Pfatt giveaway!!! Congrats Sheryl!!!!

Kitchen Witch! She is actually a bag holder and sold right away!!!

Ms Lacey - a gothic vampire life sized baby. She has gone to a new home as well!

The latest issue of Create and Decorate has one of my rugs!!!

Called Winter Blessings and I can't pull the picture utility just now, maybe later.

Enjoy

Jo and Lacey Jane

Skeletons In Your Closet!

2010-10-20T11:45:00.000-05:00

My mother and I just finished these and now I am ready to mail to the challenge queen. Mom is not macabre so I had to keep reminding her of the theme, but we had so much fun!!!! My favorite is the skeleton head covered with net. Awesome in person.

Enjoy! A chipboard booklet with 6 pages, total of 12 pages to decorate. I will receive 6 pages from 6 different artists. How exciting!
Jo and Lacey Jane

Pfatt Tuesday on Ebay!!!!

2010-09-22T13:46:00.000-05:00

Everyone in my forum on Ebay called PFATT is participating in our Pfatt Tuesday auctions! Wonderful wonderful art. Go to ebay and type in Pfatt, click search. Our theme this month is cats!!!! Well I am working on my cats still, they are almost finished. I hope today. Check out the art!!! You definitely will not be disappointed!

It's Here!!! It's Here!!! The Pfatt Blog Fall Give-away!!!!

2010-09-01T23:27:00.000-05:00

Come join the fun, leave a comment about your favorite part of fall and be entered into our fabulous give-away!!!

Jo and Lacey Jane

New Pattern from Lacey Jane Primitives!!!!

2010-08-23T13:44:00.000-05:00

Just created this paper pattern for Halloween!!! His name is 'Ghostie'. Super easy and cute to boot! He is about 14" wide and 6 ' long! He is now listed on Ebay and will soon be on my website. Get your copy today!
Jo and Lacey Jane

Week of August 6th News

2010-08-06T17:34:00.000-05:00

Today is hot! 104 Degrees hot! In the shade!!!!
Everything is wilted including the girls, we are all moving slow. The heat just takes your breath away.
I received my latest issue of Create and Decorate, October 2010 issue. My friend Denise White of The Cat's Pyjamas has a wonderful bat she has made. I have already traced the pattern to make some for my friends!!!!!
Also my webmaster Sally Van Nuys has her continuing article about beginning primitive rug hooking. Great piece and lots of information. Then you gotta see her rug hooking project using an antique sieve. Very creative. I think this is one of the best issues yet. Lots of Halloween and Fall ideas.
I have a project in it as well. Called it 'Cabin In The Sky' using all of my rug hooking strips leftover from other projects.
It will be on the magazine stands really soon.
Here is a sneak peek.......

I hope you guys have a great weekend!!!!! Stay Safe

Jo and Lacey Jane

Epiphany!!!

2010-07-21T21:40:00.000-05:00

I had an epiphany a while ago and now I am finally able to actually use it. I have found four crockpots, the really old ones we put in garage sales, around the country side. Cleaned them up and they are all loaded with dye and wool. I found that I can turn to high, let simmer boil for a while and then add vinegar. Is that kewl or what??? Now I don't have to search for vintage white enameled stock pots or buy stainless steel pots just for dyeing......and it does not heat up my kitchen!
I'm loving this.......and wanted to share this neat idea with my wool friends!
Stay well
Jo and Lacey Jane

Miss October 31st!!!!

2010-07-21T12:33:00.000-05:00

My Ebay group PFATT is having a "Miss October 31st" challenge!!! Tabitha is my creation, it was such fun making her and a great break from dyeing wool.
Hot hot hot here in the country and hard to think fall & winter, but Halloween always gets me going!
Go to Ebay and type in "PFATT" in the search box, hit enter. Lots and lots of wonderful offerings from awesome artists!
Stay well
Jo and Lacey Jane

Ramblings

2010-07-09T14:18:00.000-05:00

My niecelets and I went to the Kirby Hooking Circle Hook-In in Houston, Tx. We had so much fun and everyone was wonderful!!!!! The pic here is the vendor booth we built.

And for fun (and nothing to do with the hook-in) is a pic of one of my many antique sewing machines. This one is a hand crank Singer with beautiful decals, dating from approx. 1890's. It still works! The cover (just behind the machine) is a coffin wooden cover. A great piece of history in America!

Enjoy your day

Jo and Lacey Jane

Wow!!! Has it been a month?

2010-06-18T11:00:00.000-05:00

Wow! June is almost over!!!!
Well I have been too busy, but I have managed to add some new woolies
Not loaded to website, but will be soon

Colonial Pumpkins

A wonderful awesome color for all your Fall projects.

and....

Here is the newest project in the issue of Create and Decorate August 2010 issue:

I designed "Anchors Aweigh" with my nephew who is in the Navy. So this is a tribute to him and his fellow sailors.
Ok - gotta get back to work.
Have a wonderful and safe weekend!
Stay well
Jo and Lacey Jane

Memorial Day

2010-05-28T12:04:00.000-05:00

I hope you have a safe and wonderful weekend! Busy at the dye pots this weekend!
Stay well
Jo and Lacey Jane

Another Sneak Peek!

2010-05-19T14:42:00.000-05:00

Meet Morgan. This time she just loves Mother Goose!

I am putting her on Ebay to celebrate the Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes by PFATT.

Also

I have just loaded one of my newest wools to Ebay! This wool is hand dyed using colors available from the countryside. For this wool I used yellow onion shucks. What an amazing color!

Go here to purchase:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270581486409&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT

Have a wonderful day!

Stay well

Jo and Lacey Jane

PS - Little Sarah featured below was sold from the Pfatt Marketplace!

Sneak Peek!

2010-05-10T13:00:00.000-05:00

Sarah

Sneak Peek of Sarah - My newest offering for Pfatt Marketplace.
Isn't she sweet? Don't forget - Pfatt Marketplace goes up tonite at midnight! See you there!
http://www.pfattmarketplace.com/

Stay Well
Jo and Lacey Jane

Today! Go Sign up!!!!

2010-05-02T09:56:00.000-05:00

FOR THE PFATT BLOG GIVE AWAY!!! LINK IS BELOW THIS POST!
HAVE A GREAT DAY!
JO AND LACEY JANE

The Pfatt Sisters are having a give-away!!!!

2010-04-23T13:29:00.000-05:00

You heard it right. Pfattland is having a blog give-away!!
To sign up just go to the Pfatt Blog on May1st!!! Lots of wonderful art is being given away from lots of wonderful artists. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of amazing art!

Have a great day!!!!

Jo and Lacey Jane

Fiber Artists!

2010-04-16T17:31:00.003-05:00

There is a new Fiber website. Go check it out!!!

http://www.simplefibers.com/

Jo & Lacey Jane

Kinda Sad Today

2010-04-14T17:46:00.000-05:00

Today I went to my aunt's funeral. I hate these things but you always see family and friends you haven't seen in so long it is almost a reunion. And of course, down here in the South, the decedent's church gives a sit down lunch for the family. The food was wonderful and visiting with family was a good thing.
So
back in the studio, dyeing wool and making angels.
You can visit my Etsy shop or Pfatt Marketplace for my latest musings and/or go to my website for my hand dyed wools and kits.
Hope you are having a wonderful day! The sun is out and it got to about 85 degrees today!
Jo and Lacey Jane

Working on stuff and the 2010 June Create and Decorate

2010-04-07T14:22:00.000-05:00

Wow! My project in the June issue of Create and Decorate looks awesome! The staff really can do wonderful photographs!

I called it Crow Gameboard.
Do you like it?
Also the Pfatt Marketplace will be updated on the 10th. Mark you calendars! You know you will see some awesome art!
Here is a sneak peek of one of my projects that will be available!

Have a great day!!!!
Jo and Lacey Jane

Happy Easter Everyone!!!

2010-04-03T12:44:00.000-05:00

Happy Easter to all my friends and have fun!!!! Hope the bunny makes it to your house!
Stay safe....
Jo and Lacey Jane

Today is so beautiful in Texas and I am very sad....

2010-03-26T16:46:00.000-05:00

One of my Pfatt sisters passed today. Prayers going forth for her family to gain some peace during this trying time. Penny - I will miss you. Hugs and prayers
Jo and Lacey Jane

Alice In Pfattland!

2010-03-20T15:00:00.002-05:00

Alice is in Pfattland! Go to Ebay and type in "PFATT" in the search bar to browse all of the wonderful offerings from some very talented artists.

And here is the link!

http://shop.ebay.com/?_from=R40&_trksid=m38&_nkw=pfatt

Enjoy!!!

Jo and Lacey Jane

Prims!

2010-03-20T14:54:00.003-05:00

The most exciting new publication from the primitive artist world! The new "Prims" magazine is released from Stampington Studio.

Go here to purchase a copy:

http://www.stampington.com/html/prims_spring10.html

Have a wonderful weekend! Stay Safe!

Jo and Lacey Jane

Weather is Nice

2010-03-12T13:22:00.003-06:00

The weather is so nice that my babies decided to bask in the sun..

Top pic - Lacey Jane - Beagle

Left top - Sophee Anne - Am Staff

Right top - Magnolia Rose - Dalmation

Left bottom - Polly Anne - Am Staff

Right bottom - Jasmine - Dalmation

Cute huh?

PFATT Tuesday and some other stuff....

2010-03-10T16:49:00.002-06:00

Go to Ebay next Tuesday, the 16th, and check out all of the wonderful Pfatt offerings! Our theme is 'Alice in Pfattland'! Just key in PFATT in the search box!

and go to http://www.pfattmarketplace.com today and see all the fabulous art.

Jo and Lacey Jane

The return of Pfatt Tuesday!!!

2010-02-15T18:26:00.003-06:00

Pfatt Tuesday has returned to Pfattland! Mark your calendars for March 2nd. Go to Ebay and search for 'Pfatt'. I think there will even be a give-away, more on that later as the plans develop.

Jo and Lacey Jane

Look at this Awesome Tree!!!!!

2010-02-15T11:34:00.002-06:00

And here is the link in Ebay for this wonderful tree:

http://cgi.ebay.com:80/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170438646096&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT

Please show your support!!! for this wonderful cause!

Jo and Lacey Jane

Penny Feather Tree Auction for a dear Sweet Pfatt Friend

2010-02-08T13:54:00.003-06:00

On February 14th - on Ebay - this wonderful feather tree will be a charity auction for the Alabama Chapter of LLS. The 38" bronze feather tree will feature ornaments handmade by 30+ members of PFATT, a forum on Ebay. One of our dear members is being treated for Leukemia and all of us thought it would be a great thing to assemble this tree for a charity auction on Ebay to hopefully help her and others suffering from this blood disorder.

I have included some pics to give you a preview!

Please go to Ebay on the 14th

Love Jo and Lacey Jane

Wow! So long since I posted!!!!

2010-02-06T12:59:00.004-06:00

what is wrong with me! Well anyway - let's continue

First of all I wanted to announce that one of my projects has been featured in Create and Decorate! I love this carrot. So simple and primitive!

Anyone wanting wool and kits, just go to my website!http://www.laceyjaneprims.com

While you are there - sign up for my newsletter. I only send one about once a month with current events and musings.

Working on Valentine projects and Easter too! Can you believe it? The year is passing too quickly. Be sure to check on the Pfatt Marketplace on the 10th to see wonderful art.

Have a wonderful day - Sunny here.

Jo and Lacey Jane

A Giveaway!!!!

2010-01-10T17:32:00.001-06:00

My Pfatt friend is having a blog giveaway!!!! Go sign up!

http://thegourdqueen.blogspot.com/

Pfatt Marketplace is UP!!!

2010-01-10T14:04:00.002-06:00

Yep - that's right - the Pfatt Marketplace is open for January. Please take a cruise - you will find something extraordinary!!!! Have fun!!!!
here is the link:

http://www.pfattmarketplace.com

WOW!!! Roll Tide Roll!!!!

2010-01-08T13:32:00.002-06:00

I am so happy that Alabama won!!!! Even tho I live in Texas - I really like the Tide better!!!! LOL

Saw New Moon and I gotta say it is a lot darker than Twilight - but it works somehow....And I don't really care - because I have OCD!

On the 10th - that's 3 days away - PFATT Marketplace will be available with lots of new art!!! Mark your calendars!

We are also as a group of PFATT Artists working on a Valentine Tree for auction on Ebay. All proceeds go to the LLS in Alabama. Be sure to watch for announcements!!!! We love you Penny!!!

Back to work!

Jo and Lacey Jane

Merry Christmas Happy New Year

2009-12-24T21:31:00.005-06:00

The merriest of holidays to you and thought I would also show pics of the purses I made for my niecelets!

This is Shelby's = she looooooves Twilight - anything Twilight!

Here is Nikkie's purse - all Goth and Spooky is for her!
Finally here is Hannah's purse - She likes the Jonas Bros!!!!!! And I still needed to line it and add the handles and finish the trim, so it is only partially finished.....

and yes more photos:

These are ornaments that I received from our annual PFATT Christmas Ornie Swap!!!

Aren't they fab!!!!!! I think this may be my 4th or 5th annual swap and never have I been disappointed but rather awed and inspired by all the love and art that goes into each every ornie!!!!

Oops!

the girls want their treats!!!! tehe.....

Bye for now------

Jo and Lacey Jane

The Gift

2009-12-21T20:15:00.002-06:00

One of my Pfatt sisters is suffering from cancer. I thought I would invite you to visit her blog and see just how she is dealing with all this trauma:

http://www.pennymcallisterupdate.blogspot.com/

I am so lucky to have Penny as a sister at Pfatt!!!!!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!!!

Jo and her critters

Magnolia Rose - dalmation

Jasmine - dalmation

Lacey Jane - beagle

Sophee Anne - Am. Staffordshire Bull

Polly Anne - her daughter

Percey - quaker parrot

2009-12-15T21:18:00.001-06:00

I just listed this sweet Silver Snow Angel!

Find her here!http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270502173277&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT

Happy Holidays All!!!!!

Jo and Lacey Jane

2009-12-12T13:38:00.003-06:00

Introducing my Flesh 100% wool swatchette. Exclusively from my dye pot of Lacey Jane Woolgatherings@! You will get 4 pieces, from a peach to a lite pink. 2 pcs are peach, one lighter than the other. And then the pinks are one shader lighter than the other as well! Perfect for faces, flowers, emblems, trees, just whatever you can think of! Each piece measures approx. 4-1/2" x 27" for a total of 1/4 yd. wool.

And then there is Antique Peach - this is about 18" x 27" - 1/4 yd. perfect for whatever you can think of...including a great dark flesh color.

Gotta have some of this? Go to http://www.laceyjaneprims.com

where you will find primitive rug hooking patterns, kits, supplies and wool.

Hope everyone has a wonderful and safe Holidays!!!!

Hugs

Jo & Lacey Jane

Last Day!!!

2009-12-07T13:19:00.002-06:00

Today is the last day to sign up for the PFATT Blog give-away!!!!! Use the link in the former post to enter and win!!!!! Good Luck everyone!!!!
Stay safe
Jo and Lacey Jane

PFATT Blog Giveaway!!!!

2009-12-02T11:49:00.003-06:00

http://pfatt.blogspot.com

Yes that's right - a wonderful Christmas Giveaway. Wonderful artists have donated their fabulous art for this one, so be sure to go check it out!!!!

Jo and Lacey Jane

2009-11-22T13:15:00.002-06:00

Wow!!! Hope everyone got to see 'New Moon'!!!! Fabulous movie and now we have to wait for 'Eclipse'!
OK - that said.....
There is a wonderful blog give-away in progress - go check it out!
http://becausewebelieve-art.blogspot.com
Fabulous art by fabulous artists!
and
Hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving. Planning on adding more kits and more new wools on my website over the holidays. So be sure to come back and check them out here first!
Stay well
Jo and Lacey Jane

BRRRRR! Cold Today...Introducing the

2009-11-17T09:52:00.004-06:00

Lacey Jane Hook-In!

I have started a project for everyone to enjoy! The idea is to get and do a rug by April 2010.....and easier because everything is all figured out and all you have to do is rug hook! Yeah!

Here are the details:

Texas Prairie Hearth Rug
About 11" x 24" on Monks Cloth, finished

Program cost: Uncut wool $150.00 Cut wool $175.00

When: Start in January and have it finished by April 2010

To make this as easy as possible here are some payment options:

1. Month One - Pay all at once and receive free shipping for all four months. You will receive your materials as explained in #2 and so on.

2. Month One (January) - 1st installment $75.00 (uncut wool) or $100.00 (cut wool), receive pattern Hand drawn on Monks Cloth and border wools.

3. Month Two (February) - 2nd installment $25.00, receive all green wools plus shipping.

4. Month Three (March) - 3rd installment $25.00, receive all the flower wools plus shipping.

5. Month Four (April) - 4th installment $25.00, receive background wools and binding plus shipping.

Just email or call me to sign up. And tell me -

Wool options
&
Payment options

and I will send you an appropriate invoice thru Paypal (if you chose that payment method) or an email to use as an invoice for checks and money orders.

I will try to invoice at the beginning of January to start and then every month thereafter.

Limited availability - so be sure to let me know soon! Questions? Just ask!

Sound like Fun? Join in!
and
Have a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving Everyone!!!!
Jo and Lacey Jane

Only Six Days!!!!

2009-11-13T19:05:00.001-06:00

Until 'New Moon' - my heart is beating really hard!

Happy Halloween to all....

2009-10-27T15:29:00.008-05:00

Tomorrow is my BD. Yes I consider myself a Halloween baby!!!! Attached are pics of a corset I just finished for my 13 yr. old niecelet. I think she will be pleased.

Also a little cookie coffin I made of cardboard. Making about 15 of them for one of my niecelet's Halloween Bake Sale on Saturday!

sorry if pics are fuzzy - I was in a hurry!

Enjoy!

Wow!! Another Contest and some Eye Candy!!!

2009-10-20T11:20:00.002-05:00

Go see my friend Johanna Parkers Blog to see her mother's home decorated for Christmas in the Country Sampler. Then enter the Country Sampler Sweepstakes to win one of three Folk Art pieces from Johanna and her Mom!! Wow!!!
Also below is my Morrigan Banshee that is currently posted to the Pfatt Marketplace and she is still available!!!!

International Quilt Festival....................

2009-10-10T10:45:00.003-05:00

Last nite Pfatt Marketplace went live - last chance for some really great Halloween art!!! This is a pic of my Banshee I made. Her name is Morrigan and will come to signed and dated. One of my most favorite pieces!!!!

Next weekend I am attending the Intnl Quilt Festival - easily the largest quilt show in the world! My girlfriend are going to drive like the wind to Houston for a 1 day visit! I hope to meet fellow designers and going to meet up with the editors of Create and Decorate....this will be fun! And I might even see something I cannot live without!!!! Yeah!!!

If you plan on attending please email me your cell phone and we can connect! Would love to see my customers, to put a face to you.

Lacey Jane and I have a lot of work to do this weekend. Will be dyeing wool for orders and making a corset for my niecelet Nikkie for her halloween costume.

Have a wonderful weekend!!!!

Stay well

Jo and Lacey Jane

Pics from Broaddus Cemetary

2009-09-28T19:46:00.009-05:00

Here are the promised pics from the Homecoming:

This pic is from a grave my family calls Baby Dove. All we know about the little boy who died in the 1920's. We always put flowers there.

Here is a pic of my brother's tombstone.

This is my beloved nephew's. He was in the tractor business and loved it!

I love this one - it is pointing to heaven! There were lots more I took pics of, but I think these were the most interesting. Stay well everyone....

Jo and Lacey Jane

Homecoming in Broaddus!

2009-09-26T10:06:00.002-05:00

Today is homecoming - a day set aside each year to clean and repair the Broaddus Cemetary. Don't know why it is called Homecoming - been that way all my life. Anyway, people come from everywhere to help clean and spruce up the cemetary. At noon, there is a big spread, time to visit, take pictures and share. I am going with my family to clean our kinfolks grave sites and put in fresh silk flowers. Taking my camera - I want pics of the really old tombstones, and will share these with you guys tonite.
The weather is nice - high predicted for 80 degrees - should be a great day for fellowship!
Stay tuned......
Jo and Lacey Jane

What a nice Cool day it is!!!

2009-09-24T11:57:00.002-05:00

Today looks like a another wonderful cool day here in Texas. Humid but cooler, I know, Shut up already about the cool weather. I just can't help myself - COOL WEATHER
Makes me want to create more spooky creations!!! Today I will work on my deadline for the magazine and then assemble my embroidery sewing machine to make some spooky ornies. My niecelet (Nikkie) also wants a corset for Halloween and I thought I would do some skulls and flowers on a piece of black material. Will post the pic when I finish, hopefully with her in it!
So - hope everyone has a blessed day.
Stay safe
Jo and Lacey Jane

Wishes Do Come True!!!

2009-09-23T10:23:00.002-05:00

Today, I stepped out on my deck and it is definitely cooler!!! This past summer was unbearably hot. Just yesterday I was wishing for cooler weather and I woke up to a beautiful cool morning of 69 degrees!!!! Much better than 100 plus!!!
And on this note - back to the studio. Will be posting these creations to the PFATT Marketplace in October and also Etsy and Ebay. Will let you know when - but right now off to play!!!
Happy happy cooler days!!!! Fall is here!!!!
Stay well
Jo and Lacey Jane

Today at 4:18 CST Autumnal Equinox

2009-09-22T13:54:00.001-05:00

Just found this out:

THE AUTUMNAL EQUINOX ARRIVES AT 418 PM CENTRAL DAYLIGHT TIME DURING SEPTEMBER 22ND. SIMPLY SPEAKING... THE AUTUMNAL EQUINOX IS THE MOMENT THE SUN'S APPARENT PATH CROSSES THE EARTH'S EQUATOR INTO THE SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE. AN EQUINOX MAY ALSO BE DEFINED WHEN THE TILT OF THE EARTH'S AXIS IS INCLINED NOT AWAY FROM THE SUN NOR TOWARDS THE SUN... AND HENCE THE SUN POSITIONED DIRECTLY OVERHEAD AT A POINT ON THE EARTH'S EQUATOR

Kewl Huh!!!!! Happy Happy

Out of the Studio

2009-09-22T12:40:00.002-05:00

I was out of the studio yesterday!!! Helped a friend clean up his little acre. We spent about 6 hours of mowing, weed eating and general cleanup. Afterwards, we sat in the tool trailer and relaxed. I had brought up a pitcher of margaritas and we enjoyed the fading light, with a thunderstorm on the horizon.
Today - working in the studio - got a deadline for the magazine and also working on some Halloween creations.
Have a great day!!!!
Off to work!!!
Jo and Lacey Jane

New Poll - Go vote

2009-09-15T12:40:00.002-05:00

For Johanna Parker at http://www.marthastewart.com for the Doer of the Week!!! What tallent!

Have a great day!!!

Jo and Lacey Jane

Today I start working on...

2009-09-13T12:05:00.002-05:00

my project for Create and Decorate submission, due Oct. 1st. It is for the spring issue and so hard to work on - since this is my favorite time of year and I would much rather work on spooky and creepy instead of cute and sweet! Have a wonderful Sunday and don't forget to watch the MTV VMA awards tonite - a new movie trailer for New Moon will be shown, yeah!!!! Can't wait!
Stay well
Jo and Lacey Jane

Exciting Give-away!

2009-09-10T23:10:00.001-05:00

Run and I mean Run over to the Artistic Halloween Queens blog and sign up for their giveaway! They have really awesome artists and an exciting give away!
Here is the link:
http://artisticthalloweenqueens.blogspot.com/
Enjoy!
Jo and Lacey Jane

September 9th!

2009-09-09T12:40:00.002-05:00

Well today is the anniversary of Hurricane Carla that hit the Gulf Coast on this date in 1961! It is also the day my sweet SIL was born and guess what? Her name is Carla Jean!!!
And I came home yesterday from the post office and my sweet Polly Anne had obtained and chewed up my latest offerings for Pfatt Marketplace! She had the funniest look on her little face!
So - I loaded Ebay with some really kewl things that I hope everyone likes! Click on this link to view:
http://members.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewUserPage&userid=lacey-jane
Have a wonderful day!!!!
Stay well
Jo and critters

Really busy day today!

2009-09-06T11:36:00.002-05:00

Just woke up....thinking about everything that needs to be done today, like working on deadlines. So, do the dye pots I go! And I am working on more Crowullens for Pfatt Marketplace, due today! Eeeek! Mom gave me some clothes she can no longer wear, supposed to put them on Ebay, but a couple of the pieces really need altering. When I get a chance to alter them, will post photos. That is my first love - altering clothes and making wearable art. When I lived in the big city, I taught at a local shop and loved it!!!! I guess I need to post pics of some of my wearable art pieces I have made, even won 1st place at a quilt show a coupla years ago! That really made me happy.
To the dye pots I go!!!!!
Jo and Lacey Jane

Available on Newstands September 15th!

2009-09-05T01:07:00.002-05:00

The Holiday 2009 Issue of Create and Decorate will be available at newstands September 15th. The Blessed Guardian Angel stocking and the 5cent Harvest wall hanging are two of my designs featured in this issue. Be sure to pick up a copy, there are lots of wonderful projects in this issue - just in time for the holidays. Now is the time to think about making exciting Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas gifts for yourself, family and friends!!!! And if you want kits for these two projects, just visit my website for the details!
Jo and Lacey Jane

Working

2009-09-04T22:10:00.003-05:00

Working on Pfatt Marketplace items. What fun!!!! More Crowullen items will be featured. I love making crows!!!! Not to mention that they are so cool and wonderful for Halloween. Some of my crows can perch thru the house all year around! Be sure to check out the Pfatt Marketplace on Sept. 10th for all the artists' musings. There are sure to be some great surprises for us all!

And if interested in the little pincushions in the pic above, just email us! The witch shoes are available for $10.00 plus air fare. They are about 5-6 inches long, trimmed with chiffon and an antique jet button. Perfect for your sewing box!

See you there!

Jo & Lacey Jane

And the winner is.......

2009-09-03T12:00:00.002-05:00

Lori from the Vintage Pallette!!!!! Yippee!!!! Lacey Jane did have some fun!!! Maybe a little too much fun - she is eating and playing with all those little slips of paper, tehe...
Thanks to everyone for becoming a follower, and I really am awed by the followers - they are all so talented!
Stay well
Jo

Pfatt Blog Give Away!!!! Yeah!!!

2009-09-03T11:54:00.004-05:00

http://www.pfatt.blogspot.com/

Do I need to say more????? Deadline is September 8th. Some really outstanding and awesome art - go there!

A Pfatt Sister's Loss

2009-08-30T14:16:00.002-05:00

Joyce from Enchanted Productions and the Villiage Gift Shop has just lost a beloved and talented family member. My sadness and tears are overwhelming today - prayers for James's family -may they find the strength and peace they need.

More Blog Give-aways!

2009-08-29T12:41:00.002-05:00

Wow!!! More giveaways!!!!
Go to The Cart Before the Horse and win their awesome little dolly or some patterns!!! Yippee!http://thecartbeforethehorse.blogspot.com/2009/08/200-posts-and-giveaway-or-two.html
and...
go check out Nancy Malay's of Victorian Whimsies for a great Victorian Cone! http://www.nancymalay.blogspot.com/
Awesome!

I just received

2009-08-28T21:07:00.002-05:00

I just received my latest issue of Create and Decorate!!! There are so many awesome projects featured and of course my own two pieces look great due to their fantastic photography! The pics are below in another post. Enjoy!!!! Jo

2009-08-15T11:39:00.005-05:00

It's that time of the year again!!! Yes, I know - you will get sick of reading about it - but it really is time for spooky fun!

With that said - I thought it would be fun to have a give-away. So how about a crow from my Crowullens collection. Yes - it's true - the Crowullens Clan is growing and seem out of control. I can't help myself - I love crows!!!!!

To participate, become a follower and I will put your name in the hat. At the end - September 1st, midnight is the deadline - I will have my beloved beagle - Lacey Jane - choose with her very own nose and paw the winner! Doesn't that sound like fun! Sure will be for Lacey Jane! tehe......

I will post the winner here in the blog.

So without further cawing - here is the pic -

Carlisle Crowullen!!!

Isn't he a fun crow! He sports a hand dyed wool vest that laces in the front and has wonderful vintage plastic ball buttons. He also has on a silk scarf and of course the Crowullen Crest pinned in with his little flower. Carlisle himself is made of muslin, painted and distressed. His stand is a glass candleholder that is painted and dusted with mica. And the pattern came from Soft In The Head!

Good Luck and Stay Well!

2009-08-08T02:58:00.007-05:00

Halloween is almost here and I am so excited!!! This is my favorite time of the year and I get to bring out all my creepy creations (well maybe not so scary, but definitely Halloweenish!)
Be sure to stop over at the Pfatt MarketPlace on the 10th of this month(http://www.pfattmarketplace.com/) for my latest in Halloween musings.

Since The Twilight Saga is so in front right now (New Moon will be released 11-2o-09 http://www.newmoonmovie.com/), I created The Crowluns. They all have their family crest and really are a disparate bunch.

Here is one pic:

Meet Esme Crowlun - named Mother Esme Crowlun by her clan because of her sweet disposition and loving attitude. Notice her family crest is pinned to her hat!

I want to make more Crowluns - so I am thinking there will more midnight oil burning really soon!

Also - the newest issue of Create and Decorate will be released very soon. I have two projects in this issue and both are simple ones to tickle your Halloween fancies.

This rug is called "Something Spooky"

Isn't this just the coolest rug!!!!

Hannah and Her Spooky Chicken is the other project:

and here is the website for the magazine

http://www.createanddecorate.com/

Well, here it is 3:21 am and maybe thinking I am tired. Stay tuned for more hauntings!!!
Jo

Create and Decorate

2009-06-19T00:04:00.002-05:00

I have two projects for this issue!!! Check out my latest.

Added the wrong pic!!! Sorry

2009-06-18T23:57:00.003-05:00

so here is the correct picture for the Twilight Journal - duh!

It has been so long!

2009-06-18T23:25:00.004-05:00

Since I posted!!! Been working on lots of projects - very hard to multi-task - and I keep forgetting to post here! OK Enough of that!

And here it is the middle of June - hot hot hot - here in Texas- feels like August and September hot. ugh.....

Here is a pic of one of the projects I did for PfattMarketplace. If you have never visited - make plans to do so soon. Lots of awesome artists!

This is Spooky Jennifer -

I have made a hat stand from a vintage handmade cedar (I think) candlestick. I then made a head – completely my own pattern. The head is made of muslin and has been gessoed, painted and sealed. Then a circle of pearls and a circle of some kewl trim is perched on her head. Put some tulle around her neck. What a fun hatstand. I already have made several for myself!

And then of course there is Twilight!!!! I am completely besotted. I will be working on more items - really fun....

So – I made this journal especially for all you Twilight fans out there. It measures 5” x 7” – just big enough for your purse but not too big!
I covered the journal front and back with blue(Edward’s favorite color) handmade papers, trimmed in antique black lace. The front cover features an antique black & silver trim running thru the center of cover – representing the single cord that binds Edward and Bella. Added some fabulous black German Dresden trims and some of my favorite photos of the pair.
The back cover is simple and expressive. This is the time Edward and Bella were in Italy and represented by an Italian quote that means ‘my singer’ as explained by Edward that Bella’s blood sings for him. How romantic is that?

Other news - I have not finished my doll that I was making in the online class I took. I hope to pick her up again this weekend, finish her and post her here on the blog, so stay tuned!

and finally - here is a pic of my cute little Witchy Doxie!

Can you resist those eyes???

Ok guys - more tomorrow -

Stay well

April 21st - San Jacinto Day in Texas

2009-04-21T12:51:00.002-05:00

Today - Santa Ana (a great Mexican general) was defeated by Sam Houston. A monument called the San Jacinto Monument was built in that days honor that helped Texas gain independence from Mexico. So enough of the history lesson.
Today I am working on my doll class I am taking from K. Etsvold on www.joggles.com and also working on a doll for Danita (that wonderful artist featured on the cover Somerset Studio!). She and I and some members of PFATT are doing a Favorite Swap swap. I drew Danita's name and started cutting it out last nite. Today I am gonna start sewing. Will post pics as I go along.....
Off to the sewing machine!
Stay Well
Jo

Spring is here! I think....

2009-04-14T15:23:00.004-05:00

OK - we just had Easter weekend. The pecan trees are starting to bud out and so I think maybe Spring is really here. It is about 65 degrees and the sun is out. All the birds and critters are out doing their thing. My dogs (all five of them) are on the deck sunning.

I wanted to show my latest doll and the class I am taking from Katie Etsvold at Joggles.com.

As you can see in the pic - that is what I am supposed to be making and she should look a little like the one pictured.

Well - I have made the theatre, the bird's swing and started on her body. Will take a pic when finished.

Here is a pic of my latest doll - and she has already sold in Pfatt Marketplace.

Her name is Hannah and has her own doll stand. She sold right away, so I am encouraged to continue making these great little girls.

Mark your calendars for May 10th. the day the new Pfatt Marketplace debuts with the latest and greatest from a bunch of very talented artists!

Well - it is late afternoon here and my girls want to be fed! Tomorrow I have to mail out Hannah and some other orders and work on my doll for class.

Talk to you soon!!!!!

Stay well

New Giveaway from PFATT!!

2009-04-04T12:29:00.002-05:00

Yippee!!! Here it is April - spring is in the air. Please go check out the giveaways from PFATT for this month. And just a reminder - bookmark this site - because we have a giveaway every month this year! How exciting is that!

http://www.pfatt.blogspot.com/

On to other news. As I mentioned before, I am taking a class from Katie Etsvold at Joggles.com. I am truly enjoying this wonderful class. And learning lots of great techniques!!! If you ever have a mind to, please sign up. She will be having 2 more classes this year at Joggles.com. Will be posting my adventure when I finish her!

Stay well
Jo

Dollies

2009-03-19T12:11:00.003-05:00

OK

I am still playing around with my dollies and I think I finally worked out a sweet one that I really like and have already sold!

here is her pic!

I named her Sarah. She is only about 8" tall and dressed in her night clothes. I made a stand for her from a 1" wooden block and a 3/16" wooden dowel. And I painted it black and then as I was sealing it, I added bits of lace. Looks really kewl.

So here is the technique:

make doll

Paint on 3 coats of Gesso, sanding in between coats.

Paint on 2 coats of a flesh color (your choice), sanding in between coats.

Add features and any other details you wish.

Spray with a Matte spray to seal.

Paint on 1 coat DecoArt Crackle in a medium consistancy. In other words not too light but not a really heavy coat.

Let dry 2-4 hrs. Then rub on a coat of Folk Art Antiquing Polish. The crackle will appear immediately.

This is what I was looking for - a one step crackle.

Easy technique......Try it!

Dolls

2009-02-21T17:01:00.002-06:00

Today I am pondering about dolls. Dolls to me are a personal choice for everyone. One sees a doll that is to them is ugly and another person loves it. So there ya go. I am working on a doll right now, and came up against a staining problem. I am still experimenting and when I work it out, will share my technique with you.
Another thing I want to talk about is a great paper and multi-media artist named Katie Esvold. She has been published lots of times and is now offering classes on-line! To see the class I will be taking go to http://www.joggles.com and then select classes. This is exciting and I can't wait! Taking this class will be very instructional and lots of new techniques! I warn you it is a doll and paper art. And...
I will post a pic of my dolly, good or bad. tehe
Well, that is all for now, am sure more things will pop to talk about.
Stay safe:
Jo

2009-02-13T13:55:00.004-06:00

Wow!!

I know it has been months since I blogged. Due to tragic circumstances I have been very very busy with my family.

Today I have some great news!!!!

Attached you will find a link to a new and exciting blog created by my group forum on Ebay and it is so awesome! The artists (we are all called Pfatties) are fabulous and I am so glad I am a part of this special group.

Please go to the link and look at all the fun stuff you will find and stay tuned for an announcement about a fab give-away for our grand opening.

http://www.pfatt.blogspot.com/

and

here is a pic of my latest project for Create and Decorate!! Will be adding to my website and offering kits very soon!

Well, have to go work for now - sign up as a follower and I promise to try and keep my blog going in a more positive direction!

We survived Gustav!!!

2008-09-07T16:42:00.002-05:00

and everything is fine here. Roads are still muddy - but they are drying out every day!!!! Gonna mail my orders on Monday - I am so far behind right now. Funny how the weather can just suddenly change your life!
Also, my newest project from Create and Decorate will be out shortly - I will post to this site when it is available to the public.
I just finished designing two Christmas stocking rug hooking patterns that will be available to my regular customers first and then loaded to the website a month later.
IF YOU WANT MORE INFO - PLEASE GO TO MY WEBSITE AND ADD YOURSELF TO THE MAILING LIST!
You will not regret it, because I don't send emails very day or week. I prefer once a month or so update or just when I have news I need to pass on.
Have a great Sunday and week!

Blessings

2008-08-25T17:58:00.005-05:00

Hello

Been so busy this summer, completely forgot about my blog! Anyways - I have new projects in Create and Decorate and if you want kits - just go to http://www.laceyjaneprims.com/ and order! Here are some pics:

These are Halloween Shakers - in the latest issue - very easy to make and fun!!!!

And here is a 26" rug to make. I got the inspiration from an old antique apron I have. I thought it would make a great rug!!!! What do you think?

Well - must run - designing and hooking Christmas stocking!

Blessings to all

Current Projects

2008-05-26T21:27:00.002-05:00

I just finished this wonderful witch stocking! It was a special order for a favorite customer, she was extremely pleased and ordered another witch! If you would like your very own witch stocking here are the details.
The stocking is about 22" tall, completely handpainted. There is a sculpted witch head sewn to the stocking, including her hat. Inside the stocking could be a crow, tiny witch, candy canes, or any number of Halloweeny items. Each stocking is different, no two are alike. The cost is approximately $40.00 plus shipping. Please email me for more details and to order!

I have begun a series of "witch on a stick", so cute and very Halloween! She is about 18" tall, her head is sculpted, painted and stained. Hair and hat makes her look just like a witch and an occasional wart also helps. I added trinkets, like a feather, skull beads and some wonderful yarn to complete the look. I have more pictures available - just email me. Cost is $32.00 plus shipping. There are no two alike - I am working on another one and will post her pic when finished.

So you see I am busy - please let me know what you think about my witchy items!
J

It is almost over!!!

2008-05-16T19:40:00.002-05:00

Yippee!!!! OK - for the last few months have been heavily involved in preparing for a lawsuit for my boss. Today they went to court for their depositions and they caught her perjuring herself 16 times!!! They counted - 16 times!
So they adjorned and will continue later, but it looks really good for our side, thank God I am so meticulous about my bookkeeping.
We are leaving now for a fancy restaurant - I am so happy for him, and that I am getting a margarita!
More later!!!!!
Jo

Busy busy busy

2008-04-19T10:06:00.003-05:00

Hello - been very busy working on a prom dress for a friend's daughters' senior prom! Almost finished - tonite is the prom! This dress is my own design - I think it will be pretty. I will post pics when I get them.

On the Create & Decorate projects - my newest design is in the June 2008 issue! Here is a pic -

You can make an eggplant, chili peppers, bell pepper, corn, and a crook-neck squash! No kits available - but the wools are available on my website.

Well back to the dress.............see ya later!

And I dropped the ball.....

2008-03-25T18:02:00.004-05:00

Edgar Allen Poe has an Easter ......
Macabre I know - just took a little tin and started playing around. Inside the tin is an egg that has been painted and glittered. Added a little bow and fringy yarn. On the opposite side is a pic of EAP, a 3-D crow and then surrounded by vintage tinsel. On the front of the tin I did some hand painting then added a crow and 'the raven'. Even painted on little glittered moon.
And finally here is the back of the tin. Painted and added a pic of EAP's gravestone and then stamped 'nevermore' and a skull and crossbones.
I love how it turned out!
Want it? Email me, the cost is only $15.00 plus postage.

OK - I dropped the ball on my blog....reason? - Family issues - I think things are stabilizing and now am able to keep up my blogging. Yippee!!!!

here are latest photos of some rug hooking I have been doing...They are both available. Please email me for pricing and details.

I am currently working on my project for Create and Decorate - already working on October, which is my favorite time of year.

If you have not seen the April 2008 issue of C&D - my project is a Texas Prairie Hearth Rug. Will post a pic tomorrow!

Gotta run for now -

Blessings
Jo

My sweet Friend - Pam

2007-08-11T14:36:00.000-05:00

of 'Soft In the Head' has tagged me on her blog - http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2uzZH12zuEs/Rr2ib2yN1rI/AAAAAAAAAOI/caNSiYq99sg/s1600-h/you%2Bare%2Ba%2Bdoll%2Baward.jpg
such a sweetie - always kind and helpful!!!! Thank you Pam!!!! Hugs to ya!!!!

Working on my Art!

2007-08-04T19:08:00.000-05:00

Well I have been really working on getting better at making dolls and prim items. I have also been busy designing some rug hooking designs. So much to work on and so little time!!! The lament of all artists!
here is a pic of my latest - a candy corn tinker witch

http://www.laceyjaneprims.com/auctions/CandyCornWitch1.jpg

sorry - have not figured out how to put a pic on here. Will have to work on that!

Here I am!!!!

2007-07-27T19:22:00.000-05:00

Well, I finally did it!!! I created this little blog to share with friends and fellow artisians my current interests and creative endeavors. If you want your linked added, just email me. I only used mine and will be adding more as I find them. Hope all have a great evening.