How To Dress A Her Crow Scarecrow

It is almost Spring. . .at least my thoughts keep heading in that directions. . .and I think it is high time that I resurrect a tradition from years ago when I "populated" the farmstead with "HER CROWS". . .the popular ladies of the farm that make passer-bys turn their heads. . .They are fun and colorful and do add so much to the country setting. . .

Some of my favorites were the ones who sat on benches and porches. . .They look the most real. . .You can see them at this link for a DIY Her Crow project. . .maybe create your own?

HOW TO DRESS A HER CROW

A Corn Shuck Christmas Angel To Make

This year I am returning to naturals. . .decorating with found items in the woods. . .crafting with some of them. . .along with supplies I have stored here at home. . .including a big bag of corn shucks I dried from the summer corn. . .to make a unique Christmas Angel. . .

I have made these before. . .but I had an idea that I might start making another one that better reflects the decorations for this year. . .and maybe make one for each year in the future. . .

So. . .I'm returning to instructions from THE COUNTRY FARM HOME to start creating. . .and I thought I might share them again with you. . .Just follow this link:

CORN SHUCK CHRISTMAS ANGEL

HAPPY CRAFTING!

Tie One On With Chicken Scratch Aprons and a Free Pattern!

 I have a huge collection of Chicken Scratch and regular Cross Stitch Aprons. . . .I can't resists them. . . . .Last count there were thirty plus. . . .They are so appropriate for FARMHOUSE STYLE. . . .

Chicken Scratch is very easy. . . .If you can thread a needle, you can do it. . . .The pattern I'm sharing with you came from a vintage kit for a small pillow. . . .I've intended to stitch an apron with a border of these adorable hearts across the bottom. . . .It would also be a good choice for pockets. . . .Let your imagination be your guide. . . .

HAPPY STITCHING!

 

 

 



Tips and Inspirational Links for Twined Rag Rugs

Although John doesn't sell Rag Rug Looms online anymore, there is still much interest in this rug making process. . .So. . .to help and inspire you with your rag rug project, I've listed links from my blog posts below.

And. . .Watch for a feature article about our Rag Rugs in the Fall Issue of Country Rustic Magazine.  It will be on the new stands in a couple of months!

Rag Rugs: A Delta Folk Art
Large Rag Rug Loom 

Two-N-One Rag Rug Loom

Mini Rag Rug Loom  

Rag Rug Tutorial and Tips

A Rag Rug Tutorial on Weaving Stripes

Rag Rug Weaving Tutorial Link 

Denim Rag Rug on a Farmhouse Table

Rag Rug Inspiration

Adjustable Rag Rug

Our Looms Benefit Nigerian Women 

Almost Square Rag Rug

Rag Rug Examples 

 Organizing the Rag Rug Stash

Rag Rug Weaving for Animal Shelters and Weaving With Plarn

Rag Rugging With T-Shirts for the Warp

Want more? Go to:

The Country Farm Home

or

Our Old Country Store

and

Search: Rag Rugs

 

What Does Christmas At The Old Country Store Look Like?

Something like this. . .

Join us for the festivities at:  THE COUNTRY FARM HOME

And in the Winter Issue of: MERCANTILE GATHERINGS MAGAZINE

Santa and I will see you there. . .

Online Loom Sales Closing

Hi, Rag Ruggers!

After six years of a very successful business, John has decided to close the ONLINE loom sales. . .Our customers have been GREAT. . .and our sales also. . .but he wishes to have more time for family and to pursue other interests. . .and I totally agree. . .He's worked hard and deserves it. . .

This doesn't mean we're totally quitting. . . We'll be going on the road with them at various times throughout the year. . .and if you are a store owner and wish to order in quantity, we will still be open for that. . .Just email us and we'll see what we can do. . .

I'll also leave this website up for possible future sales of other items. . .to be announced at a later date. . .I'll also be adding photos of the rugs others have made. . .and some of our own. . .for inspiration. . .as well as I'll be sharing some folk crafts along the way. . .We're not going away forever. . .There's still more to come. . .

So. . .the LAST DATE you will be able to order any of the looms will be SATURDAY APRIL 21, 2018. . .and the last shipment will be on the following Monday. . .

THE COUNTRY FARM HOME, DUNCAN FARMSTEAD, and DELL, ARKANSAS HISTORY won't be affected. . .I'll be up and running with those for sure. . .

Thanks to all of you who have made JOHN'S RAG RUG LOOMS a success. . .and Who knows?. . We may see you on the road one day. . .

Rag Rug Pattern: Half Row Weaving

I've been working on a new RAG RUG PATTERN. . .couldn't wait to show you. . .For the tutorial and tips on what NOT to do (yes, I made a boo-boo). . .CLICK HERE TO READ MORE. . .

 

Mini Rag Rug Loom

I love this Mini Rag Rug Loom.

It's so much FUN!

The loom is perfect for trying your hand at rag rugging

 before you invest in a larger one. . . .

Perfect for teaching the art of weaving, too. . . .

Or as a gift to a crafty friend!

The MINI LOOM is constructed of Top Grade Wood and Coated Nails. . .Hardware and Instructions are included. The finished size is approximately 6"X8"

 

One Million Pillowcase Challenge & Patterns Link

"COMFORT THEY CAN HUG"

 713,357 PILLOWCASES and counting. . .

 Have you heard about the
 1 Million Pillowcase Challenge hosted by American Patchwork & Quilting?

It means so much to a child who is sick or in need. . .Cuddling up with his or her personal pillow has brought comfort to thousands of children already. . .

I first heard about this pillowcase project on Sewing With Nancy a couple of years ago. . .and have enjoyed following the movement ever since. . .I have been inspired and proud to be a part of it. . .Most of all, I love the smiles that break out on recipients faces. . .It makes every hour sewing worthwhile. . .

 

The pillowcases are quick and easy to make. . .Mixing and matching the fabrics is part of the fun. . .Make each pillowcase the same or no two alike. . .Use your creative sewing skills. . .maybe one of your favorite patchwork patterns for the band. . .You are only limited by your imagination.

Choose your own charity for the donation. . .or you may participate through the numerous stores sponsoring their own choice of charities. . .The only thing asked of you is that you record your pillowcases on the One Million Pillowcase Challenge website. . .

Make a Pillowcase. Make a Difference.

Here's how you can help:

1. Find a participating shop (or pick a charity of your own)

2. Make a case (or several!)

3. Be sure your donation counts! Update our online pillowcase counter

 by logging in here and adding your number, 

or send an email to millionpillowcases@meredith.com 

and we'll add your number to our tally!

 

For more information, visit:

ONE MILLION PILLOWCASE CHALLENGE

You'll find FREE PATTERNS for at least 40 different pillowcases at their website. . .or make up your own. . .The website is packed with TUTORIALS, VIDEOS, and PHOTOS for inspiration. . .TEACHING MATERIALS for kids who want to participate can be found there, too.

Come on. . .Send your LOVE. . .Make someone SMILE. . .and

I GUARANTEE  it will make you SMILE, too. . .

Two-N-One Rag Rug Loom

 One Rag Rug Loom--Two Sizes. . . .Isn't that clever?

The full loom will create a rug that measures approximately 16" x 26"

suitable for a small rug for the floor or large mat for the table. . .

Move the lower bar to make a smaller one that measures approximately 16" x 13"

suitable for place mats.

It's like getting two looms for the price of one.

Learn more about this method of making rugs at:

Rag Rugs: A Delta Folk Art

and Rag Rug Inspiration

 Read more about this loom at:  I'm Weaving with a New Rag Rug Loom

See the Denim Rag Rug finished at: Denim Rag Rug on the Farmhouse Table

Top Quality Wood frame. Coated Nails

All hardware is included.

Some assembly required (eight screws--two at each corner)

Instructions for weaving included with the purchase.

 FINISHED rug  will measure

approximately 16" x 26" or 16" x 13"

Rag Rug Looms

The Rag Rug Loom

Learn more about this method of making rugs at:

Rag Rugs: A Delta Folk Art

and Rag Rug Inspiration

Your FINISHED rug  will measure

approximately 25" x 37"

Wood frame. Coated Nails.

All hardware is included.

 

NEW ITEM: Two Loom Gift Sets With Bag and a Mini Gift Set UPDATE

Here's a SURPRISE for you. . .

 Brand New Items Available Now!

This is the first time that we have offered a LARGER GIFT SET. . .

I stitched up these bags and they were so roomy that I decided

to offer them with both the TWO-N-ONE RAG RUG LOOM

and the MINI RAG RUG LOOM. . .

There's plenty of room for both Looms and for other supplies, too. . .

You'll receive a TWO-N-ONE RAG RUG LOOM, A MINI RAG RUG LOOM,

A SHABBY FARMHOUSE BAG, AND A SET OF INSTRUCTIONS. . .

EACH GIFT SET

$65.00, plus $22.50 Shipping and Handling

If you would like to learn more about the Rag Rug Mini Loom itself,

here's the link for ya. . .
MINI RAG RUG LOOM

For information on the Two-N-One Loom,

here's that link. . .

TWO-N-ONE RAG RUG LOOM 

** Please note: Postal rates are for the contiguous United States.

 

EMAIL US WITH ANY QUESTIONS!!!

backatthefarm1938@yahoo.com

Who doesn't LOVE flowers?

Especially ROSES. . .

and a Seed Bag embellishing the roomy Pocket

ROSES AND SEEDS Two Loom Gift Set

SOLD

  

This SPECIAL GIFT SET has an addition on the back. . .

A ring to hang Scissors or anything you might want handy. . .

and Two Pockets to boot!!!!

STRIPES, DENIM, AND ROSES

SOLD

More STRIPES and DENIM. . .and another SEED BAG embellishment. . .

Two Pockets. . .and nicely trimmed. . .

DENIM, STRIPES AND SEEDS 

SOLD

I've also UPDATED the Photos of Part I of the MINI RAG RUG LOOM GIFT SET. . .

See them here:

MINI RAG RUG LOOM GIFT SETS

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