Friday, December 31

It's That Time Of The Year Again


It's time to reflect on things throughout the year...what was wonderful...what could have been better...what changes are going to be made...and so it goes...but no matter what we always have the memories...


Here's wishing you and yours a very Happy New Year...
Blessings...
Jan

Wednesday, December 15

Snowman and Cardinal

I finished one of the snowmen...This one has his little friend the cardinal resting on his branch arm...this picture really does not do this piece justice...I was a little over zealous in getting this picture...the light is not very good at all...

The face is handpainted and sealed..I added twigs for the arms along with some other greenery and berries...a darling christmas print for the body...trimmed with sherpa, rusty bells, rusty pins and more...this is my own design...

Blessings for now....
Jan

Tuesday, December 14

Santa Boots

I am working on these Santa Boots for the Market on Sunday...I think they are looking pretty good...Whatta you think....

These snowpeople are wips...should be finished soon...they will go to market also...

Hope everyone is having a great week so far...thanks for stopping by....Blessing for now...

Jan

Wednesday, November 24

Happy Thanksgiving!


Here is my Happy Thanksgiving Wish to you and your family..May you have a wonderful Holiday with family and friends...I know things get hectic...but I'm going to make time to slow down and just enjoy tomorrow....On my way to finish some last minute shopping and then get ready for some early dinner prep...

Blessings...
Jan



Thursday, November 4

New Baby Oh Baby

This little girl is waiting for a diaper and some clothes...picky little girls must wait you see...but she seems happy sitting on a pile of fabric...Hmmm...can't decide what color to wear....


These little babies are soft sculpted, safety jointed and very soft and snuggly...email with any questions....

Have a great day...
Jan

Friday, October 29

Baby Oh Baby


Working on my Newborn Baby dolls again...Christmas is coming...Here is Mario...and there are more to come...if you would like a custom order or have questions...email me...I love to hear from all of you...


Blessings for now....
Jan

Wednesday, October 27

Get Ready For Market

I'm getting ready for Farmer's Market tomorrow...this is new for me...must have new things each week to hold interest...I added these lovely tall door pumpkins, some of the smaller tall skinnies to sell individually...I'm going to show Peter Pumpkin and see if it peeks anyone's interest there....here's a couple of pics...


Little Annie may be ready for bedtime and Santa(Sweet Meadows Farm pattern)...but I'm not!!

These are those tall door pumpkins...they have wire hanger on the back to hang on the wall or door...they are based on another's pattern(joy's prim shed)...but I changed the embellishments some..

I made some of these little ellies(pattie's ratties)...they are so cute...

My dear hubby makes these awesome primitive cabinets..this one is waiting for rusty hinges and then the door will be added and the finish painted on...be back with more pics on this project...you can email me for sizes,pricing and other questions if interested....

Monday, October 25

Update on Primitive Peter Pumpkin

Primitive Peter Pumpkin all dressed up and ready to go....to a new home....I think I really like his fancy new clothes....and his little friend...Newt....He is signed and dated...

He will be listed on my selling blog later today....

Blessings...
Jan

Friday, October 22

Primitive Peter Pumpkin Update!!

Peter Pumpkin is getting his fancy duds....He's almost finished and will be posted on eBay tomorrow if not sold before then...If you are interested in purchasing him email me and I will send final photos for viewing....

I took this picture with my iPhone...not the best, sorry...will try to post new one later....

Blessings for now...
Jan

Tuesday, October 19

Update on Primitive Little Elle



Here she is all finished....If interested in purchasing she'll be listed later on my selling blog...thanks for looking
Sorry Elle has Sold!

Blessings for now..

Jan

Here is Elle...

Well, almost...She is a work in progress and she must have arms and legs...She will be a primitive little Ellie...with a pink skirt and bow on her head...she is based on several little ellie's I have seen while surfing the net.... Primitive Little Elle

I'll post the finished photos hopefully tomorrow....
Blessings for now

Jan

Saturday, October 9

Farmers Market Update

Well, I think the first Farmers Market went great...I made 3 really good contacts for other venues to sell my items...one is a consignment shop...The lady that owns the shop is excited about putting the primitives in there...I'm anxious to see how that goes too...Never done consignment before...And I did make a few sales too...everyone loved the witch boots they are based on a pattern from MoonChildsPrimitives.

Primitive Witch Boots & Hat Floral

The weather has turned a little cooler here so there was a little more foot traffic than when its 112 degrees outside...Can't wait to see what happens next week and at the other venues...

Blessings
Jan


Thursday, October 7

Hooray I Won!!!!

Just have a peek at this sweet little prairie doll I, me, myself has won from Rock River Stitches Blog... She comes with her little black kitty and punkins...Thanks Tammy....

Tammy has the cutest little patterns too be sure to check out her blog....

Blessings

Jan

Friday, September 24

Farmers Market


Well, I'm going to try the local Farmers Market and see what happens...I have been looking for a new venue other than Ebay ( and I have not listed any there in awhile..some people on ebay think it's a garage sale...)
Please excuse the mess I had to take these with the garage background.

Here are just a few pics, I hope all goes well.


Primitive Folk Art Witch Boots and Hat

I love this little witch boot..there will be a little flicker candle added right in front..these really came out nicely...

Primitive Folk Art Witch Boot

The old prim witch is finished and I must say she turned out really wicked looking..She is ready to hang...
Very Primitive Folk Art Witch in The Moon


Primitive Folk Art Harvest Farmhand Scarecrow and Pumpkin


This is the first time I make these tall, skinny pumpkins. They really did come out great. At first glance they don't look like they're made out of fabric...

Primitive Folk Art Tall Skinny Pumpkins

Wednesday, September 1

A Witch, A Shelf & A Boot

A new witch I am working on. This is from a pattern...She is going to be really spooky looking when done...she will have a hat, some string hair and some bells... I also am working on a new style of witch boot...it will have rusty bells, dried sweet annie, and other embellishments....I'll post finished photos later....


This is a great little shelf my DH makes from reclaimed wood....They are really a great size for mudrooms, hallways and along side a door...they can be ordered in several colors...the one shown is quite distressed and shown in a buttermilk color....



Blessings for now....

Jan

Thursday, August 26

The Witch In The Moon



Just added to my selling blog and ready to spend Halloween in a new home....

For more picture please visit my selling blog @ Janmariedolls....

Blessings....

Jan

Wednesday, August 25

Jinxy and Friends for Halloween

Just about done with this little guy...He is ready to par..tay with his party hat and mouse friend for Halloween..He is also ready for fall with his pumpkin at his side...This is an original design by me....Just a few minor things left to finish him up....Hmmm...Thinking about placing them on a very prim display board...Oh well I think he looks great for now....Stay tuned for more to come...



Here is another little cutie I have been working on....I think I will call this "What's a Mother To Do"...cleaning and scrubbing or babies wanting to be cuddled...



5 Years Later

My Mom did an interview with CNN regarding the murder of my grandmother during Katrina 5 years ago....Another person getting away with murder...



A big THANK YOU to CNN for all their continued efforts on this story. If we do not persevere she(Dr. Pou) will never be brought to justice...

Friday, July 16

Home Again, Home Again, Jiggity, Jig

OK, sorry I don't have any pictures to post today..but it is so good to be home again even if for just a couple of weeks...It's been 4 months...

I will be working on some new things soon as I get stuff unpacked...

There's no place like home...Can you tell I'm glad to be home...

Blessings...

Jan

Wednesday, July 7

Whoa Nellie It's Been A While!!!

Sometimes Life Just Happens....I have been busy babysitting, helping get grandies to school and helping my daughter out who just had to go back to work...After all that is what family is all about...Being there when you're needed....

Anywho...Here are some things I am working on...They will be listed on my selling blog when they are finished....Meanwhile if you have any questions or comments I'd love to hear them....

One is called The Witching Moon, one is The Mouse Princess..and last but not least is a prim style bunny....please ignore their nakedness....I promised them they would have clothes soon....

The Witching Moon is really just about done...just going to add a little more stuff...She already has her little friend hanging on and a little poem that will be attached....Enjoy the pics and sorry it's been so long....

Blessings...
Jan


Monday, March 1

Where oh Where Has My Little Muse Gone???

I just can't seem to find my muse....Meanwhile, here is a doll I made for my grandaughter, Kady....She is made from a combination of patterns by Patti Culea and Paula Johnson...Not really the best pictures, but I left my tripod in Arizona....



Blessings for now.....
Jan :0)

Saturday, January 23

WIP

Well I am really moving slow these days, I can't seem to get motivated this year..I have only worked on these two dolls so far and that is pretty sad.

Here they are on the table at the moment..Hunny Bunny needs bloomers and Andy Love needs pants..oops..I hope he's covered enough for his first photos...

If you are interested in either of these before they are listed...email me for more information..you will find the link on the right side of the page...



Blessings for now

Jan :0)

Sunday, January 10

A Giveaway @ The Gourdqueens Blog

There's a giveaway in honor of One year and One hundred post...Check it out...You have to
1. Tell her you love her blog...
2. Follow her blog...
3. Post the badge to your blog for a third entry to win...

Click here to go to her blog: )Blog Giveaway





Good luck...
Jan :0)

Friday, January 1

Hey Guess What....

UPDATE!!! SORRY, BUT THIS SITE HAS BEEN CLOSED BY THE OWNER....

I just joined this fabulous group of Artist. It is called Handmade Art Fair by Brenda of The Vintage Polka Dot. I am still setting up my booth, but you can check out all the other wonderful booths @....





Happy New Year!!!!

Jan :0) janmariedollsandprims

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Locals If You Love A Good Farmers Market

THE COUNTRY FRESH FARMERS MARKET
If you love a good farmer's market...locals check out this one
240 Water Street Downtown Henderson,NV at the Events Plaza every Thursday
200 S Green Valley Parkway Henderson,NV every Friday.... See you there....
The Pattern Blurb

Most of the items I create are from my own original designs...occassionally I use a pattern purchased from another designer....I always try to give the designer credit...if it has been omitted because I rushed or had brain fade...please let me know....sometimes it will be in a previous post...if you come across a pattern used and nowhere has the designer been given credit...I will go back and post the designer's name....