Raggedykinfolk

In my WSOAPP Shoppe Tonite!

2009-10-06T15:22:00.000-07:00

This little Halloween Snowman and...................................

These two happy snowmen were listed in my WSOAPP Shoppe this evening, they are so cute in person. I made them from a wonderful Cheswick Company Pattern.

My link is on the side bar if you are interested!

And While your there please take a look at all the wonderful offerings from the fabulous artists on WSOAPP!

More Vintage Snowman Graphics for you!

2009-10-03T17:36:00.001-07:00

Isn't this the cutest snowman couple, it looks like true love to me!

Wheee.....this snow lady is having a grand time skiing, I love the plaid background!

I'm attracted to the candycane sleigh on this vintage Christmas card!

These and more have just been added to my Flickr Graphics Account on my sidebar. Please help yourself to these graphics, they will be just perfect for your upcoming holding craft and scrapbook projects!

Vintage Snowmen Christmas Cards

2009-09-24T18:16:00.000-07:00

I love vintage graphics, I recently purchased these vintage snowmen cards for projects I plan to make this Christmas. I've started a new Flickr account just for graphics! Go on in and help yourself to any of the images in there, I plan to add more soon!

Aren't they so cute, I just wish they made this cuteness today!

The bright colors, the cute faces, they sure make me feel happy!

This one was different, the sepia tones really make it special!

And this guy is really cute!

I love the little bird, and the snowman is just adorable. I could never see to much of this cuteness! Go on and check out the Fickr, grab an image and see what you come up with!

Blessings..............

Marcy

More Freebies being offered!

2009-09-20T13:52:00.001-07:00

I'm still cleaning out my closets! First come, first serve, you just pay the shipping.

Pumpkin wall hangings (spoken for)

Acorn bowl fillers (spoken for)

Pillow Annie. Still looking for a home :(

All of my freebies this week were made by me over the past few years, these are extras I've had packed away and I think its time to offer them up. Let me know if you would like anything! Also if you would, please sign up on my blog! Thanks Friends.

Marcy

Thank You

2009-09-13T15:31:00.000-07:00

Thanks to all who showed interest in my doll giveaway! I'm so happy to share them with you and am going to gather a few more very soon............keep your eyes open!!!!

I'm in the mood to downsize!

2009-09-13T07:22:00.000-07:00

I've been cleaning out some things and would like to offer them to you FREE of charge! I do ask that you pay the shipping, if you would like any of the items below just email me at marcy@sault.com and the item is yours (or you can leave a comment here as sometimes emails end up in spam). I will figure shipping based on your address. And please check back, as time permits I'll be adding more freebies! All dolls have been spoken for, this was fun, please check back as I will be adding more soon!

#1 is an Americana Dude (this dude has been spoken for)!

#2 Primitive Bunny (Bunny has been spoken for)

#3 Valentine Girl (this girlie has been spoken for)

#4 Primitive Girl in Sage (This Girl has been spoken for)

I hope I have takers! Thanks for helping out my cleaning efforts

Wedding Bells were Ringing!

2009-08-17T17:20:00.000-07:00

My son was married this past weekend. It was very nice and incredibly hot! I just got some of the pictures today and wanted to post a few. Here he is with his new bride!

Here are my husband and I and our two children. Christopher the groom, and Briana the college student leaving home this week. Too many changes for mom!

I'm not sure what was so funny, but obviously something was! We had a great time. I wish the newlyweds the very best.

More pictures as I get through them all!

Marcy

More Treasures LOL!

2009-08-16T15:39:00.000-07:00

One can never have too many treasures, the vintage style of days gone by just cant seem to be captured and the chain stores of today. I found many more treasures than this while I was out garage saling on Friday, these are some of my favorite finds this week!
I really love the pyrex bowl, I'm not sure of this design, I just know I like it! The kitty planter, angel vase, and green girl with dogs will all go into my "girlie" building. I love jadeite and it doesn't come along to often around here. The little chick is marked japan, the frog just caught my eye, I think the pink crown and bow is what grabbed me!

I also found some nice treasures for my daughters very first apt. we'll be moving her in next weekend. So I may be skipping the sales next weekend, ho hum......, summers not quite over yet though, stay tuned!

Blessings...............Marcy

Blogland Block Party~so much fun!

2009-08-09T14:36:00.000-07:00

I've recently had the honor of joining a block party hosted by a very talented artist and Blogger Elizabeth of Creative Breathing. I have never made a block before so I have to admit I was a bit nervous, but I couldn't help but join! Now I'm hooked and want to make many more of these fun little paper creations. Here are two I recently made, I've actually finished another today!

The one above is in honor of my Home State of Michigan. I grew up watching freighters from our cabin on Lake Huron. I've toured many local lighthouses and falls. And of course the beach is one of my favorite places to hang out! See the tiny pink sea shells, what an awesome garage sale find!

This little puppy block is definately me. I love pink, sparkly, vintage finds! I recommend giving this awesome craft a try. Just punch holes in the corners and hang with a ribbon or connect a bunch together for a wonderful garland. That is what dear Elizabeth will do with hers she recieves from all her blog friends. Thanks for introducing me to this wonderful craft E!

Blessings............

Marcy

It's Blueberry Picking Time!

2009-08-02T18:54:00.000-07:00

I spent the evening with my parents picking wild blueberries. Every year we go a couple of times and I try to put up enough for muffins, cakes, and pancakes throughout our long winters here in Northern Michigan. Every year it seems to become a competition to see who can pick the most! Dad is 72 and is slowing down, so now he talks about how many he used to be able to pick! It makes me smile, I usually try to find him a good patch so he can sit in one spot. Mom usually goes off on her own and quietly picks her pail full beating both Dad and myself! These are memories I will always cherish, and hopefully there will be many more Picking days ahead!

~Found Treasures~

2009-07-18T15:54:00.000-07:00

I haven't shared my love of garage sales. Every Saturday Morning I pick my parents up at 7:15 am and away we go. Friday night I spread the paper out, highlight the Saturday sales, and make my list according to time and location! I use map quest if I'm unsure of an address, and I place a star or note "sounds good" next to the ones that sound good! It usually takes us most of the morning to get to all the sales, then we stop at Walmart, then Dad buys us lunch. Today we were home by 12:45 pm, a trunk full of treasures, bellies full. This is the normal Saturday routine! Here are some of my treasures from today.

Vintage Birthday candle holders complete in there own little storage jars, and mini cupcake liners.

Miniature molds some in animal shapes. I'm trying to think of a project for these. Maybe part of a garland or mini Christmas ornies for a kitchen tree. Suggestions are always welcome!

I love vintage jewelry, these costume pieces were bright and caught my eye. The yellow necklace still has the tag marked Coro. The green is a pin.

Children's craft projects from years gone bye. I love the character in these little guys.

And I am always loving anything Christmas. These little books would be great to add to a Christmas doll. The tiny clothes pins and lines would make a cute garland, the pine cone and berry picks will come in handy when I start making Christmas items.

And then it was Nap time!!!

Vintage Felt Punkies

2009-07-06T15:28:00.000-07:00

I love these little vintage looking felt punkies. These are made from a pattern by Jennifer Murphy, she is so talented! These were easy and fun to make, these two are on sale at another blog I sell my hand mades on. If your interested you can see them here.
http://wsoapp-raggedykinfolk.blogspot.com/ Thanks for continuing to follow my blog and support my love of hand made crafts.
Marcy

My Perfectly Pink Picnic Basket

2009-06-29T18:34:00.001-07:00

Sugar cookies frosted and dusted with sugar, shortbread cookies made from rich butter, mini cheesecakes topped with cherries, russian teacakes rolled many times in powdered suger, strawberries dipped in chocolate, and grapes dripping in sugar. These would be my snacks packed into my "Perfectly Pink Picnic Basket". A beautiful sunny afternoon, quilt spread on the ground, and my sweet husband to share the afternoon with (shortbread and Cheesecakes for him). Ahhhhhhhh......it sounds wonderful.

Sharing more goodies from my "Girlie Building"

2009-06-21T19:27:00.000-07:00

A Collection of figurines fills one shelf in my curio cabinet, a gift from my dear mother in law.

I love these little trinket boxes, most are marked Japan. The vintage photo stand holds pictures of my mother and father when they were in there late teens.

A vintage cut glass plate holds a heart made from an old quilt.

I've just started to collect these little wooden angels, I love the two in front on rocking horses. I've got them displayed on an old handled glass plate.

A simple milk glass plate with a painted rose sits on a windowsill.

More treasures in my "Girlie Building"

2009-06-14T11:27:00.000-07:00

Here are more pictures of stuff I've collected over the years. Most of the items are from garage sales, estate sales, some gifts, some childhood belongings! No matter where they are from I treasure them all and am glad to share them with you.

A little purse hangs on the wall with a beaded necklace and floral hankie tucked inside.

One shelf of my treasure cabinet holds milk glass vases with vintage beads hanging out, a vintage brush and mirror set, and vintage avon bottles. Topaz is my birthstone!

My sweet daughter surprised me this week with this Holt Howard set of Cat Shakers. I came home from work and she had been at a sale with grandma and grandpa and had thought of me! I've had my eye on this set for awhile so they were a pleasant surprise!My doggie picture. He's such a dapper fellow! I found this chalk drawing at a sale and fell in love with it. The really cool part is it is signed by the artist "Marcy 74" , the exact way I spell my name, often Marcy ends with an i or ie. I knew it was for me!

A little boy planter, he had such a sweet face and such soft colors I couldn't resit! That is all for now but there is so much more that I have to share, please keep checking back!

Marcy

~My Little Girlie Building~

2009-06-10T16:03:00.001-07:00

I've been wanting to share pictures of my little building for so long. It's been a work in progress for several years now. It even was used as a chicken coop one winter a few years back. We didnt have anywhere to keep the chickens over the winter so we lined the floor and up the walls with plastic put there pens in and it worked pretty good!

As you can see my little building is very girlie, with pink trim, white painted floors with splatted paint in pink, yellow, light blue and light green, then polka dots speckled here and there in the same colors. The curtains were brand new vintage from the 60's and I had been holding on to them for quite some time, they worked perfect! The vintage hanging light was purchased at a garage sale for a whopping $5.00, the glass is about 1/4" thick its really pretty when lit up!

Here are a few treasures in one corner, the pink dress was mine as a little girl, my mom was going to get rid of several of my clothes from my childhood I took them home and this was in the bag. The hanger its on is so cute, made from wood, irmi style, I just purchased it in Pennsylvania at an antique store.

A close up of a few more treasures. The kitty pitcher is made in Japan by Lipper and Mann, I loved her face, so awesome. She was a recent purchase from Pennsylvania also!

This is another shelf on the wall with some sweet kitties and a puppy. My building is a work in progress, but theres lots more to show and I want to share it all with you. It's a peaceful pleasant spot for me to enjoy. I think I need a name for my building, I may have to have a contest to "name my building". I'll let you know when!

Marcy

Pennsylvania here we come!

2009-05-02T18:17:00.000-07:00

My Husband, Daughter, Isiah (her boyfriend), and myself are leaving tomorrow morning for Gettysburg PA. We will stay one night there then on to Lancaster County for a 5 night stay. We plan to visit Philly also. I cant wait, this will be my first visit to PA, and it sounds like a beautiful state. I'll see you in a week! Marcy

Cleaning and Finding Treasures

2009-04-26T16:33:00.000-07:00

I'm feeling pretty good tonite, I've accomplished something that I've been wanting to get done for a long time. I cleaned out my spare room! You see it was so bad you could not walk into it. There was a narrow winding path through the center, but I didnt know where most things were.
I stayed up until midnight last nite and made alot of progress, mind you there is still way too much stuff (treasures and the like), but the path has widened and I have found several things that I had not seen in quite some time and honestly did not know where they were! Like these glitter and bead tubes, they are just the coolest! They are glass with cork stoppers, boy they sure dont make things like that anymore, I just had to share, I really need to start sharing lots of my treasures with you! Heres the beginning of a grand idea!

My Very First Clothespin Doll!

2009-04-12T17:50:00.001-07:00

And it wont be my last. I can see where the possibilities are endless, I happened to come across one of these little cuties a week or so ago and couldn't wait to give this craft a try. I found a very informative tutorial on line, If you are interested let me know and I will send the link to you. Let me know what you think! Blessings......Marcy

2009-04-12T08:25:00.000-07:00

Easter Blessings are wished upon all my Friend and Family. Have a wonderful day!

Win this Handbag!

2009-04-11T06:06:00.000-07:00

For a chance to win this cool potato handbage check out this blog.

http://crystellehandbags.com/blog/

I think this is just the coolest!

Spring Bug Boxes

2009-04-06T15:23:00.000-07:00

I've been making some new items for my WSOAPP Shoppe. These little bug boxes are so fun for spring. The butterfly boxes have some cottage style tags tucked inside. They all have shimmery shred inside. Please check out my shoppe to see the tags! The link is on the right!

Just added to Etsy

2009-04-04T16:17:00.000-07:00

I I'm loving my new felt, its 20% wool and its so fun to work with! I've just added this little bear named Abbie to my Etsy shop, she's all hand sewn and my own pattern. I need to figure out how to use my Adobe so I can offer patterns here and in my shop! Can someone help? I'm pretty computer illiterate! Technically challanged I guess would be a good way to put it! Let me know if you like Abbie. Thanks for stopping by. Marcy

Fun Whimsical Pin Cushions on Etsy

2009-03-22T16:41:00.001-07:00

I've been having fun working on these little pin cushions. I wanted to add some smaller items to my Etsy Shop. They each have special little pins that come with them. And there are some really cool buttons on them all vintage, from my stash! I plan to make more and will take orders on custom colors too! Thanks for taking a peek!

A Dog's Life..........

2009-03-22T06:09:00.001-07:00

I have dreamt at times of how wonderful it would be to have a dog's life! To chew up toys or laze around with not a care in the world. But then I think I could not sew or create, post to my blog or email friends. I guess I would not change a thing when I really think about it! These are my boys, two pit bulls that we more or less rescued. Miller(top pic) came from Florida flea infested, skin allergies, and skinny as a rail. My son brought Ben home at 3 1/2 weeks old. His little teeth were barely through we soaked his food in milk before feeding him to soften it. They have brought so much joy to our lives and I wouldn't trade them for anything. It makes me sad to think of the pit bulls that are so abused and misunderstood. They are awesome dogs. So we will care for them and give them a good life, and I will continue to create and all is good with the world!!

Currently on ETSY

2009-03-15T13:26:00.001-07:00

Please take a look at my new offering on Etsy, she was just listed today!

My WSOAPP Shoppe's Grand Opening

2009-03-06T17:58:00.001-08:00

Here are the other felties I've created for the Grand Opening of my WSOAPP Shoppe. If you would like close up pictures of any of these items or details of how to purchase please click on the link to the left. Thank you.

A SNEAK PEEK

2009-02-28T13:25:00.000-08:00

I'm happy to annouce my new Shoppe in WSOAPP's Market Street Shoppe. I'm thrilled to be a part of this group of talented artists. I'ts been awhile since I've belonged to a group site in this way, I'm happy I've finally taken the plunge! This felt kitty is a preview of one of my new items I have several more cuties in this same color scheme that you will have to wait to see on March 7th the date of my new Shoppe opening! I hope you will stop by and see what else I will be offering! Thanks and see you soon!

Marcy

We visited our daughter, it was nice!

2009-02-21T17:48:00.000-08:00

My daughter Briana was in a play at college this week, we traveled through a darn snow storm to go see "Cinderella". It was so bad a 40 mile section of the road was closed, we took a detour and all was good. The play was wonderful, I'm so glad we went. I brought my camera and wanted to take pictures in costume but that didn't work out so when we picked Briana up this morning I took this of my beautiful daughter in her hall lobby. Can you see she is saying "Oh Mother", she was not thrilled but pacified her dear mother!
Oh did I mention I was able to shop while we visited also.......oh yes that was fun too!

I've discoverd Softies, Felties, Plushies........

2009-02-16T14:20:00.000-08:00

I just love these sweet hand made cuties!
I'm working on several and I cant wait to share them with you. Here is a link to a book I recently purchased.

Etsy :: pomadour24 :: MIYOKOS FELT MASCOT - Japanese Craft Book

If you search the web there are several free patterns available. They are so much fun and the variety is huge. I'm working on a kitty and a bird right now. Have fun with them!

Marcy

Something New

2009-02-01T17:31:00.001-08:00

I've decided to try something different, I'm not sure if this would be considered altered art? I should read up on that! I have used several different mediums in this painting. I've mainly used acrylic paint, but there is also fabric and colored pencils and were used to finish this painting. Then I finished it off with a coat of bees wax for a soft finish. I named this piece "Sisterly Love". I've listed it on ebay for the week. Thanks for visiting my blog. I would love to hear from you.
Marcy

Little Bird

2009-01-25T13:53:00.000-08:00

Here I go again with Spring colors!!! HaHa I love pink, I can't help it!! This doll sat on my table for almost two weeks, I just couldnt figure out what to do with her, how to finish her up. Well I made little bird and this is what developed, the old saying "A little birdie told me" came to mind and the old vintage button flowers oh well you can see! I'm pleased after being stumped for awhile. She's on ebay with more pictures. Thanks for letting me share!

Marcy

Pushing Springtime!!

2009-01-19T16:32:00.000-08:00

Can you tell I'm looking forward to Spring! I live in the Cold North, about 20 miles from the Canadian border. We have long and often severe winters. I may be pushing Spring and Easter, but please be patient with me. I'm really enjoying working with spring pastels and sweet bunnies. Soon I'll add more little critters, maybe lambs, kittens, and chicks! The picture is my new creation I've named "Bunny Love", I'll admit these little sweeties are pretty easy to fall in love with. Their on ebay if your interested. Thanks for visiting my blog!

Evie and BooBoo(Boo for short!)

2009-01-11T12:56:00.000-08:00

Here's my latest offering, I'll be putting this pair "Evie and BooBoo up on ebay later this evening. They will be on for seven days with free shipping, Heck if I can help out with shipping I'm all for that! This sweet spring pair are more on the cutsey side, but I'm finding that is what I'm into these days. A cleaner, fresher look!! If you have a chance please take a look on ebay, there will be lots more pictures.

Blessings to you.

Marcy

Wow I cant believe it!

2009-01-04T15:54:00.001-08:00

Here's another dollie for Heart Day!!! I just love pink and she could be left out all year long. I've listed her on ebay tonite also, for 7 days and she has Free Shipping also. I'm on a roll!! Back to work tomorrow though :(. I have been working so hard at my day job, we are in the middle of a reorganization of our office. It will be nice when things settle down and I can work more on my dollies. For now I hope you enjoy my items.

Marcy

I've just listed this Dollie!

2009-01-04T15:51:00.001-08:00

I've just listed this Doll on ebay. She's a 7 day Auction with Free Shipping. I love her vintage trim, which I picked up at a wonderful garage sale last summer. I've also added one of my vintage rhinestone pins. I love adding vintage goodies to my dollies!

My New Years Wish To You

2009-01-01T11:13:00.000-08:00

The most important wishes you can have come true are Good Health, Safety, and Happiness. These are my wishes for you in the New Year (2009). May all your wishes come true.

Marcy

A Wonderful Fabric Shop to Share

2009-01-01T11:07:00.000-08:00

I love this Fabric Shop. Not only do they offer great fabrics, they have wonderful sales too! They package the fabric so well also, it feels like a present comes in the mail every time I recieve an order from them. I highly recommend checking theme out.

http://www.fatquartershop.com/index.asp

~Sammy the Sailor~

2008-02-24T15:32:00.000-08:00

I love anything vintage and have been a collector of old postcards through the years. The graphics from yesteryear are sweet and give me a sense of peace and comfort. Sammy was inspired from an old postcard of a sailor chick. He has been floating in my head for awhile now and this weekend was finally born. I hope you enjoy him and he can put a little smile on your face! Have a wonderful, safe week to all.

Marcy

My Weekly Offering

2008-02-18T15:19:00.000-08:00

It was a long cold stormy weekend here in Northern Michigan. My daughter was home from college so there was a little more excitement around the house. Usually its just me and hubby. My son even came and spent one night! A mother sleeps well when her kids are tucked in safe and sound! I did manage to get this new Chickie make do made up for Ebay. I put him on this evening, the auction will run for seven days, ending next Monday.

I've been enjoying my Prisma Colored Pencils, I love shading! I even drew a little Chick tag to go with my item, I'm learning!

God Bless.

Marcy

Let me introduce..........

2008-02-10T17:54:00.000-08:00

"Violet" She's my new bunny I've just listed on Ebay, the auction will run for seven days ending next Sunday Feb 17th. I've enjoyed working on Spring items, the seasons come and go so fast. We've been in the center of a snow storm today, school is closed tomorrow. I have no more children in school, but hubby works at the school, so we watch the closings closely. Please stop by ebay and take a closer look at "Violet".

Have a wonderful evening!

Blessings..........Marcy

Here's Bethany...

2008-02-09T08:18:00.000-08:00

It seems as though my first entry needed some tweeking! Here's Bethany Bunny and I need to mention she was made from a "Back Porch Pickens" Pattern! Thanks Tonya!

Giving it a try..............

2008-02-09T07:56:00.000-08:00

Welcome! Well here I am in the Blog World! I am new to this, bare with me I'll try to keep this exciting and fresh!

My name is Marcy Kangas also known as "Raggedykinfolk" on Ebay! I've been creating handmades for about 12 years now. I started with local craft shows, and moved on to ebay several years ago.

My hobbies include, auction sales, garage sales, antiques, creating dolls, spending time with family and friends. And I love my pets!

My goal for 2008 is to offer a new item each week on ebay. I know that doesnt sound like much, but if I keep it simple I may actually be able to reach it! Bethany Bunny is my listing this week, shes a sweetie and I hate to say good-bye to her. Check back to see my next item!

Blessings and Love to All

Marcy

Raggedykinfolk

In my WSOAPP Shoppe Tonite!

More Vintage Snowman Graphics for you!

Vintage Snowmen Christmas Cards

More Freebies being offered!

Thank You

I'm in the mood to downsize!

Wedding Bells were Ringing!

More Treasures LOL!

Blogland Block Party~so much fun!

It's Blueberry Picking Time!

~~~Found Treasures~~~

Vintage Felt Punkies

My Perfectly Pink Picnic Basket

Sharing more goodies from my "Girlie Building"

More treasures in my "Girlie Building"

~My Little Girlie Building~

Pennsylvania here we come!

Cleaning and Finding Treasures

My Very First Clothespin Doll!

Win this Handbag!

Spring Bug Boxes

Just added to Etsy

Fun Whimsical Pin Cushions on Etsy

A Dog's Life..........

Currently on ETSY

My WSOAPP Shoppe's Grand Opening

A SNEAK PEEK

We visited our daughter, it was nice!

I've discoverd Softies, Felties, Plushies........

Something New

Little Bird

Pushing Springtime!!

Evie and BooBoo(Boo for short!)

Wow I cant believe it!

I've just listed this Dollie!

My New Years Wish To You

A Wonderful Fabric Shop to Share

~Sammy the Sailor~

My Weekly Offering

Let me introduce..........

Here's Bethany...

Giving it a try..............

~Found Treasures~