The Stone House Primitives: Swap Goodies From Wendy!

Thursday, April 19, 2012

Swap Goodies From Wendy!

I got my box of treasures from Amy at Bumble Bee Lane's latest swap. Amy had partnered me up with Wendy from Ravenwood Whimzies , now I have to tell you, Wendy's was one of the first blogs that I started following when I first "moved" to Blogland. I have "been" to her son's wedding, "moved" with her to her new home, I was there when she got her new kitty, Smidgen, and helped decide on a name for him...anyway you get the point. Wendy is a very talented artist and I admire her craftsmanship skills let alone her love for The Lord...I am just so touched to have her pieces in my home. I could go on but I know what you all really want is to see what I got in my treasure box so.......

Look at all these treasures!

A great 4th of July "hat" box, a sheep paper pad (I have a Primitives by Kathy note pad addiction that I have never confessed prior to this...I use them for everything, my to-do list each day, my grocery list, and our weekly menu-this is the size I use for that!), a crow shelf sitter, a pile o' stars, lavender lotion made right near Wendy's home, tarts that smell good enough to eat!, red, white and blue kitchen towels, a flag door hanger (this will go to The Stone House for the front door), some great RWB material (the white has a fireworks pattern on it)...oh the possibilities!...and then there were these:

The drawing on this card is done by an artist from the

area where Wendy lives. The drawing is of a barn in her area.

Beautiful and with a sweet personal note from Wendy inside.

The timing for this stitchery to arrive could not have been better.

Such a true saying, leave it to ole Abe.

You all know my love of sheep.

This little pillow is now sitting in the sponge-ware bowl

that Jene gave me for Christmas.

Is this guy just the most precious little guy you have every seen?!

And look at what Wendy sent for my handsome pup!

Wendy also sent some "cookies" for CJ and

some RWB suckers for the boys (they love swaps now too!).

Thank you so much for everything Wendy. I too am so blessed to have gotten to know you better as well!

To see what I sent to Wendy click HERE.

I pray for God's blessing to reign upon all of you,

Kendra

11 comments:

Sandi @ The Primitive SkateApril 19, 2012 at 8:36 AM
What wonderful Swap goodies you received from Wendy. I Love the drawing on the card and the stitchery is Beautiful. Have a wonderful day!!
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BumbleBeeLaneApril 19, 2012 at 9:24 AM
Cj such a good boy showing off his new bandanna.Wonderful gifts from Wendy.Love that she sent the sheep featured in the swap post.Warm Blessings!~Amy
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MichelleApril 19, 2012 at 9:40 AM
Hi Kendra
Wow, I love all of your treasures! I can never have enough red,white& blue.
cj looks quite handsome!
xoxo
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Hillcresthome PrimsApril 19, 2012 at 11:31 AM
Holy Cannoli,
Wendy is such a sweetheart. She sure did send you wonderful, awesome goodies.
It looks like Christmas!!!
Enjoy.
Spring Blessings,
Tricia
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Wendy @ Ravenwood WhimziesApril 19, 2012 at 1:31 PM
Glad you liked all the goodies Kendra. I had a blast with this swap. CJ looks adorable - it's great to see him in his bandana...thanks for posting that picture! Enjoy sweetie!
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COUNTRY PICKINSApril 19, 2012 at 2:11 PM
Hi Kendra,
What wonderful goodies from Wendy. They are beautiful, and Wendy is such a sweet lady. Have a good night.
Linda
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Faye HenryApril 19, 2012 at 4:49 PM
Wow:-) What lovelies..
Wendy is one talented girl..
God bless..
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Cherry's Prairie PrimitivesApril 19, 2012 at 8:22 PM
You got a treasure chest of goodies!! How lucky you were in your swap!!
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The Gingerbread GemApril 20, 2012 at 3:13 AM
Wow, you got some amazing treasures. I love CJ's gift!

Goedele
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Karen/My Colonial HomeApril 20, 2012 at 5:24 AM
Not only do you have a great friend in Wendy...she's a great swap partner as well.
Wow you received some wonderful treasures.
Karen
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Deb Paxton Valley Folk ArtApril 21, 2012 at 10:23 AM
Wendy is such a wonderful and generous person, wonderful swap gifts Kendra! And it is Wendy that I have to thank for getting to meet you, so she is a very special gal in my books as well <3. Enjoy all your new treasures! Deb
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Essential Oils

I have spoken of and shared some of the benefits that I am familiar with lavender essential oil and it seemed to spark a lot of interest so I thought I would share some of the bit of knowledge that I have on other various essential oils, their uses and benefits.

After using an essential oil be sure to wash your hands well so as not to risk eye contact or contact with something that it may stain (it is oil and just as veggie oil would these oils will make a greasy stain...it'll just smell better.)

Essential oils can be used in a variety of ways:

as a sleep aid: rub 1-2 drops gently into temples or apply to sternum

as an aid to sore, achy muscles: rub a few drops gently inta affected area (s)

as a bath oil: add 5-20 drops to running bath water

as a decongestant: in a bowl of hot water add a few drops of oil, place a bath towel over your head, and inhale/breath in vapors or put essential oils directly onto chest

as an air freshener: 5-25 drops on new furnace filter

5-10 drops into running dish water

5-25 drops into new vacuum bag

I also add 5-10 drops to my homemade cleaners

as a perfume: apply to wrist, elbow, crease, behind knee, sternum, or neck or add to body lotion

as a pick-me-up: apply oil to a cotton ball and sniff

as a room freshener: add 5-20 drops into an empty glass misting bottle then add distilled water, leave 1/4" at the top of the bottle; shake well

*oil can be applied to the soles of your feet if you do not care for a scent but still desire the benefits

*do not apply oil to face; with the exception of lavender; I do apply tea tree directly to pimples

* do not ingest oils

I am Here is where I am simply going to share some of the knowledge that I have of certain essential oils and their therapeutic uses/what they are used to alleviate symptoms of. I hope to add to the list weekly if not more often.

Not alphabetical (sorry, I did it by my faves LOL!)

prices are per 1/2 fl oz

Lavender: approx. $11-

burns, inflammation, cuts, wounds, eczema (Hiney swears by it!), dermatitis, fainting, headaches (I swear by it!), flu, insomnia, hysteria, migraines, nausea, nervous tension, infections, bacterial conditions, sores, ulcers, acne (my preference), boils, asthma, rheumatism, arthritis

This is my fave. to add to dish or bath water and to my homemade cleaners, calming, relaxing scent.

Citronella: approx. $3.50

as an insecticide, deodorant, tonic, stimulant

Put a few drops on a cotton ball and rub on underarm area or apply to exposed skin (not face or other sensitive areas) as a bug repellent. I have been using this as a deodorant for a few weeks now, WOW! what a difference and no harmful chemicals.

Tea Tree: approx. $7.75

use for fungal infections, viral and bacterial infections, colds, flu, cold sores, warts, verrucas, inflammation, acne, burns, candida, shock, and hysteria

I love this one for rashes, I must have gotten into something on that kayak trip and I have had a rash on my arm since, well I started rubbing tea tree oil onto the rash and it starting to settle down now...maybe coincidence but I like to think it's the oil.

Eucalyptus: approx. $5.50

sore throats, coughs, bronchitis, sinusitis, skin infections, ulcers, sores, rheumatism, aches and pains, as an antiseptic and as an anti-inflammatory

I use this on my feet when they are really aching, rub on with a cotton ball and put on socks before climbing under the sheets at night!

Peppermint: approx. $7.50

inflammation, nausea, indigestion, fevers, flatulence, headaches, migraine, liver problems, arthritis

This works wonderfully for achy muscles and headaches, just put a few drops on a cotton ball and rub on achy area (works great on shoulders and neck) or put a drop on each temple for a head ache. Chewing a piece of peppermint gum works great for settling an upset stomach.