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pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 03, 2007
02:22 PM Post #4154052
| Oh my, Oh my. I leave Terri's cafe for a few days, and, WOW, a new thread was created off of mine, and already filled up!! You are all wonderful and I must take the time to go through all the new fancies you have added to the wonderful cafe'. I am glad Janet was around to keep things running in my absence. Thank you, for I would hate to think the customers were neglected. So much talent in here and the outside is coming along swimmingly. Thank you all for such fantastic contributions.
I hope all have noticed, the wonderful creator of this virtual cafe', Terriculture is back. I can't wait for her to provide us with some lovely flower art for the walls. Terri, I am sorry, I haven't kept up the place, but I think everything is going well. I will be sure to stay on top of things from here on out.
So pull up a chair, have a wonderful refresher, and keep those creative juices flowing.
*****WELCOME TO TERRICULTURE'S ARTISAN'S FLOWERPOT CAFE*****
We came from here http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/786200/
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terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 03, 2007
03:21 PM Post #4154200
| Thanks Traci, you're doing a great job!
Art supplies for the workshop, help yourselves when you feel creative!
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pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 03, 2007
03:22 PM Post #4154206
| Sorry I was so remise. I am back on top of things now, hopefully. I do have to pop out to do some cleaning. Will check in later to see all the beauties. Would love to see more froggies!!! |
zenpotter
Minneapolis, MN
(Zone 4b)
November 03, 2007
04:41 PM Post #4154381
| Traci thank you for #3
Terri, looks similar to our sign. Very nice. |
pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 03, 2007
05:48 PM Post #4154554
| Not a problem Zen. I see that I will need to make a new thread about every two days with all the ideas on here. I think that will be a way for me to keep it organized a bit too. Might even try one every morning, but seems a little too ambitious at the moment. If I did, it would give a fresh start on the conversations, so you don't have to try to scroll down 100 posts. I would love some feedback from anyone who frequents our place. Thanks so much and for dropping in, grab a fresh cup of any of the great teas we serve. I would recommend the Rooibos aka known as Red Tea. Rooibos is a flavorful, caffeine-free tea with forest berries. 
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zenpotter
Minneapolis, MN
(Zone 4b)
November 03, 2007
06:35 PM Post #4154669
| Sounds good, but for later in the day. I need caffeine to wake up. I admit it I am addicted to the stuff. |
denimangle
Oakwood (Butler,TX), TX
(Zone 8b)
November 03, 2007
08:00 PM Post #4154918
| thanks Zen ...
This thread is really fast moving .. don't blink or your lost ..LOL |
zenpotter
Minneapolis, MN
(Zone 4b)
November 03, 2007
08:09 PM Post #4154937
| I know. I was watching a similar thread over the summer and didn't check in every day. I finally gave up on it. I check this more often so I can keep up. Not sure how long I can do that and get anything else done in my life. |
WUVIE
Hulbert, OK
(Zone 7a)
November 03, 2007
08:42 PM Post #4155033
| Hello everyone!
Just wanted to say the place looks fabulous!
Thought we might need a waitress for the cafe. How about
this nice looking young lady? ;-)
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WUVIE
Hulbert, OK
(Zone 7a)
November 03, 2007
08:46 PM Post #4155037
| Don't you dare tell my 16 year old son I shared that with all of you!
This was for a school event. LOL
P.S. Forgot to ask. Are pets welcome in the cafe?
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terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 03, 2007
09:00 PM Post #4155064
| No pets in the cafe'! It is against health and safety regulations. sorry!
Check out our 'Pets corner' outside!
Allow me to introduce our resident rabbit , Treacle.
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denimangle
Oakwood (Butler,TX), TX
(Zone 8b)
November 03, 2007
10:02 PM Post #4155307
| OMG Karen That is so funny ...lol |
pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 03, 2007
10:31 PM Post #4155408
| Wuvie, I think you really need to look at the nice young lady. I am afraid "she" is a bit confused. In the pet area, I have separated areas for different animals. So, please bring your dogs, as they will be seperate from the stew...I mean rabbit. There is a waitress assigned to cater just to the animals, so they are in good hands.
Zen, I love my RED BULL. Can't function without it in the morning. I just thought the tea sounded very classy, so I added it to the menu. I will be sure to have more variety of the caffinated sort soon.
As owner, Terri, what do you think about a new thread every other day? All others please chime in too. I know it was much easier reading this one, as it was shorter. All ideas are welcome, that's the beauty of the cafe'
Don't forget to fall back your clocks tonight. An extra hour to sleep. I must run out and bring all my plants in as we are getting down to 40*. I hate cold weather.
I have put both my pets in the animal area. 
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pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 03, 2007
10:34 PM Post #4155422
| Sorry for the link. I think I created the link before posting. Oops. Our first frost advisory tonight. }:^ |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 03, 2007
10:44 PM Post #4155466
| That's exactly what I ment about the pets! Good job you are here Traci, to remind me of things!
I don't mind what goes on with the links, it's your dept! whatever you think best dear!
NOTICE BOARD...
Pets Welcome!
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PerennialGirl
Winnipeg, MB
(Zone 4a)
November 04, 2007
12:42 AM Post #4155727
| Holy Smokes!!! Yu're all so fast...can't keep up...lol!! |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 04, 2007
01:12 AM Post #4155763
| So fast I still haven't finished looking at the work on thread 1! |
balvenie
Marysville, WA
(Zone 7a)
 November 04, 2007
02:25 AM Post #4155814
| Family friend's home named Red Swan after combining each sides Arms. 
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
09:24 AM Post #4156188
| Ok Folks, I'm back from the Texas Renaissance Festival. My hubby and I had a wonderful time. I'll post a few photos of cool stuff that we saw there. I've created a thread in the Texas Gardening forum because I had never seen one there for the festival. Here is a link for more photos of the Festival. http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/786911/
Everywhere we went I saw artisans with their crafts. From stained glass artists to copper burning artists, paper makers, to glass blowers. It was a mighty fun time we both had.
Here is a sign outside of one of the stained glass shops.
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
09:26 AM Post #4156193
| This awesome dragon was carved from wood and was one of several on the top of this building. 
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
09:26 AM Post #4156195
| Cool gargoyle 
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
09:27 AM Post #4156200
| One of the musicians, on the path through the Magic Gardens. You can see more photos in the link I posted above. 
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dahtzu
(Faye) Henderson, NC
(Zone 7b)
November 04, 2007
09:41 AM Post #4156236
| terri and all producers of this cafe, this is a great place to put your worries behind you. Think I'll sit a spell with my hot coffee and do just that. Come join me!
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dahtzu
(Faye) Henderson, NC
(Zone 7b)
November 04, 2007
09:42 AM Post #4156239
| sorry, image wouldn't post! |
UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
09:50 AM Post #4156260
| Good Morning Faye!
I hope the sun is shining in your neck of the woods. It's a gorgeous day out there today. How is your purple set coming along?
Thanks Traci for starting the 3rd page of this wonderful cafe. I have enjoyed everyone's postings so much. I just love all of the artwork.
My feet are plumb tired, so I think I'll just sit here and look around a bit while I enjoy my coffee.
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zenpotter
Minneapolis, MN
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
10:37 AM Post #4156426
| Fun photos, I must get to the Renaissance festival here next year. It seems to grow more and more each year.
Here is my 2¢ worth. It seems like a good idea to start a new thread when one gets to long.
It is sunny and 32º here this morning. I bet my impatiens froze last night. |
WUVIE
Hulbert, OK
(Zone 7a)
November 04, 2007
10:48 AM Post #4156458
| Fabulous photos, everyone. Wow!
Sunny and forty something here. So far nothing has been bitten. Brr!
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
11:02 AM Post #4156506
| It's just lovely outside at my house. Just spent an hour watering my plants. I had Hillary come by to let the dogs out for a while yesterday. Do ya think they watered the plants while I was gone? Not no, but heck no! Useless mutts! HAHAHA Gotta love em anyway!
Here's Grace
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
11:03 AM Post #4156511
| And Tink(erbell) the acrobat 
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weedsgalore
Tampa, FL
November 04, 2007
11:56 AM Post #4156701
| You people are right, this moves so fast!! Wuvie, i had such a good laugh at our prospective waitress...!! she may need to shave her legs better to get employment here tho?! Her tips will be hurting otherwise?! lol...sue I do have a general question...do all things (artwise) posted, have to be serious art forms? I do much paper crafting, cards, paper figurals...more crafty than artsy? Should i post one here or go more to the crafty forums?! |
UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
12:20 PM Post #4156786
| Many crafts are artforms themselves. The creativity involved is always fascinating. That's one of the reasons I went to that forum and posted the invitation. Please share yours with us. We all love to learn new things. And we all love to be enticed by enablers. :-)
At the Festival yesterday, there was a place called the Guttenburg Press. They made their own paper there. A young man was demonstrating the printing press for me. He dabbed two knobby things that were filled with hair and covered in fabric into the ink. Then rubbed them together. He coated the metal plate that sat inside of a wooden frame. He placed the paper in the little holders that were attached to the "frit" I think he called it. Then the paper went down over the plate. The big frame slid under another mechanism. He pulled on the big handle and a big contraption came down to print the ink to the paper. I asked him if that was the hand made paper. He laughed and said no. I said, Oh you use the cheap stuff for the tourists? He grinned and said yes. Then he handed me the finished print. I asked him to sign it for me. He asked if I had a pen. I told him, no I didn't bring my purse with me. Would he mind just putting his thumb in the ink and signing it that way. As he was doing it, he said to me (eyebrows knitted) you're not going to steal my identity are you? HAHAHAHAHA That is my one souvenir from the Festival. Well, there is the grain of rice that has both mine and my hubby's name on it.
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Gourd
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
12:24 PM Post #4156798
| Shave her legs? I thought those were hose, gotta get my glasses on right. lol. my Son did the same thing one year, boy was he a clumsy pretty thing..lol
They have a fair here too, we attended last year and that was the first time I've been to one and WOW, the dress costumes were something else. It really created a different atmosphere. It's about that time of year i suppose.. i'll check and maybe if I go will take photos, lots of crafters there too.
My inspectors/guardians... Dusty and Harley ... they check out and approve all work around here. They just turned 6 in human years, the older Golden passed away.. so now it's just them and a cat they want to have for lunch.
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Gourd
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
12:28 PM Post #4156816
| Here's Hobo Joe, he is the only cat left. Someone abandoned several cats and all of them came to my house, but the oldesd Golden killed one, and one was so sick we couldn't save it. The others finally went to other houses, but this guy, finally after two years of eating our food, sleeping in the garage, FINALLY he decided we were OKay.. we brought him with us from CA and he just loves us now.
He is the Moring GLory Guru.. stands in those windows just taking in the view (train tracks..) lol
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
12:32 PM Post #4156824
| Gourd, That is one mighty pretty kitty standing in that window.
Your rock walls are wonderful. Can you post more photos of these walls? |
Gourd
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
12:33 PM Post #4156830
| You know, now that you mentioned hair, I've got to tell you about these ceramic pieces I saw that had Horsehair on them, she said she puts the horsehair last and it melts in the kiln. now, I don't know a thing about kilns or ceramics, but I gotta tell you , they were gorgeous animals whith what looked like beautiful squiggly lines.( I even think she said she dipped some of the hairs in liquid gold) . Very expensive but beautiful.
Have you all heard about that process?
Wuvie, I got an idea for Gourds/ornamental squash would work too, to preserve the shapes, Paint them with some concrete slurry, you would have to put lots of coats and then Add a Face..
I'm dying to try that next, but have a date with the Tile Saw.. |
Gourd
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
12:40 PM Post #4156846
| you got it, I'll post this one and take some more later today, going to buy my saw..lol
This is the other side of the yard on the northern end and it is the shadiest, this will have the flagstone started after Thanksgiving, so it will look enitirely different. You can see Banana Canna leaf stepping stones, they came out really great. I love those.
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Gourd
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
12:44 PM Post #4156855
| I wish we had added some windows on this side but, I also like alot of privacy.. This is a photo from when the work was in progress, there is a gate there now and a couple of cactus around the tree.
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Gourd
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
12:46 PM Post #4156860
| Here is the front door entrance, the flagstone in front of the door will be finished this week and i'll take a photo then. This is what it looked like a few days ago. 
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Gourd
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
12:51 PM Post #4156871
| one more photo then off to Lowes.. longshot from the other side of this rockwall. The rockwall goes around almost an acre, I'll take a couple of photos of the backyard (also a work in progress), have some veggies raised beds for the cafe..
At the end of this longshot view there is a rounded bench that was just finished that curves aroudn with the Italian Cypress trees, that I'll take photos later too.. I want it to be done with, so we can have some tea/coffee.. Benches will also be finished next week sometime..
Okay, I'm off and running..
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
01:07 PM Post #4156915
| WOW Gourd! Thanks for posting the lookaround! Your place is beautiful! I bet you'll do a lot of entertaining there. You guys have done a remarkable job with the stonework. It looks wonderful! |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 04, 2007
01:10 PM Post #4156924
| Beautiful !
Gourd, I especially like those banana leaves, they would be lovely for our Zen garden at the cafe'
we need more gourds!! |
denimangle
Oakwood (Butler,TX), TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
02:08 PM Post #4157052
| Gourd,
your place is awesome!!! I have seen some of the hoese hair ceramic pieces on line some place.. If I remember they were very pricey$$$$ |
denimangle
Oakwood (Butler,TX), TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
02:18 PM Post #4157062
| well I guess ill ad my fur kids to the mix ..
there is one missing from this pic ..
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maidentheshade
Beaumont, TX
November 04, 2007
02:24 PM Post #4157070
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Here's Little Dog. She's enjoying the newest rag rug. Janet did pick up the red sheets from Goodwill for me so I've been busy. sniff sniff... peww.. Little dog? . Oh...Has Wuvie been here??? *whispering* Yall know she is notorious for leaving little smelly gifts surreptitiously ?
LOL I read your thread on the rant in the parking lot KM. LOL
Janet glad you all had a great time. Enjoyed the pics.
WOW what a gorgeous area there Gourd! Man! Great job!
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maidentheshade
Beaumont, TX
November 04, 2007
02:29 PM Post #4157082
| Goof grief! Looks like a lot of fur denimangle !
Balvenie, ooooooooooooo The swans are beautiful! How big is it?
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
02:45 PM Post #4157104
| Thank you Connie for reminding me about the red swans. I had so many threads to look at when we got home last night and I was just so tired that I didn't reply on any of them. I saw the swans and made a mental note (we ALL know how those mental notes get lost) to be sure and say something about it today. Robert, the red is beautiful. I love the way the blue picks up the reflections and angles. Outstanding job!!
Speaking of outstanding jobs, Connie, that rug turned out wonderful! I'm so glad the sheets were still there Friday morning when I stopped by there. The colors you put with the red are wonderful for that little area there by the coffee pot. Little dog looks like she's enjoying having something hand made too.
I laughed when you posted about the sensory overload there and blamed it on poor Wuvie, who we know would nevah in her life do such a thing. Neither would Little Dog though. Yeah right, I've had that happen with my own dog. When Grace was a pup, I'd given her a bite of some sirloin steak. Later that night I was on the computer, with her in my lap. All of a sudden this incredibly stinky aroma arose from my lap. I knew without a doubt it wasn't ME, so it could only have been Grace. Shuddering as I remember the scent. Of course, Tink follows me around the house like she thinks I'm gonna poot and she's gonna miss it. HAHAHAHA
Cheryl, Connie's right, that IS a mighty lot of fur ya got there. I can only imagine how quickly my bagless container on the vacuum would fill up with those babies around. It's bad enough with just Grace and Tink.
We all have got some very beautiful animals around here. It's a dern good thing they all get along so well. Thanks Traci for hiring such a good person to wait on them. I hope they don't get spoiled with the designer animal treats in the bowl there. |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 04, 2007
03:03 PM Post #4157136
| So good to have you back Janet. Thanyou for the festival photo's, I feel as though I went there myself! There are so many talented people out there.
Someone was saying about bringing in their crafts, please do, we have lots of space in the craft workshops for you to work in or just add to your collcection.
sorry if I don't comment on every artwork, I really appreciate everything I have seen so far and thankyou all so much.
Here's something tropical to add to the gallery
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
03:20 PM Post #4157170
| Those are beautiful Terri. Are the varigated leaves in the background ginger or canna leaves? Whatever they are, they sure are pretty! And thanks for missing me. :-) |
pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 04, 2007
04:15 PM Post #4157272
| IIIII'm Baaack! Oh where to start, where to start. Every one happy so far. Terri has sunk a lot of money into this cafe' and I want it to be a ship shape cafe, where all your creative juices can flow. Please let me know if you need anything.
As the last thread was just to hard to follow, I will start my comments on this page of works.
First, the Red Swans are GORGEOUS!! I wish there were red swans in real life. I would build a pond just for them. Janet, love the pics and went to the link. Looks like ya'll had a wonderful time. The Butterfly should be hanging in my garden this minute. Such talent.
EVERYONE, SAY HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO JANET!!!
Gourd, I don't have enough time to say what all I love about your place!! I want to visit. It is breathtaking and your talent is endless. Thanks for another shot of my froggies. I showed Chef DH and he had a fit over them. Your wall and patio area are amazing. The "window" with your kitty is perfect. She looks like she belongs there. I want to come to your house to play. I bet it is lots of fun.
Denim, Get the vaccuum out!! I love everyone one of them. Puppy kisses are great. Do they greet you at the door everyday? I love all out furry friends who have come to take advantage of the their special area in the cafe. It was a great idea, Terri.
Weeds "wish I had some dandylions to show you, but they are gone", I love paper crafting. I have tons of paper cuttings I ordered, framed and hanging up. Please share yours, as paper crafting is another form of art. If we had a way to hear on DG, I would invite all musicians too.
Terri, beautiful as always. Would you bring in you sunflower packets series to hang up. I thought them very clever!
Zen, I think I will start a new one every two days, to see how that works. I will make one the night before. It has been two days and there are tons of posts, so look for a new one tomorrow.
Zen,I also went out and got you some plain ole, fully loaded coffee. Do you need cream or sugar. Here you go!
Must go check on my pets. Will be back soon.
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pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 04, 2007
04:16 PM Post #4157275
| Some yummies for all. Hope you enjoy. 
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
04:40 PM Post #4157338
| Gosh Traci!!! Thanks so much. But you shouldn't have gone to so much trouble on those yummies! It's a good thing they actually have to be ingested to put the pounds on or I'd be looking for some new jeans just from looking at them. They are mahvelous Dahling!
Traci, I think when the thread gets to be 100 posts, it ought to be renewed. That's about the time it gets unwieldy for anyone on dial up. (Or so I've heard) Just be sure to put a link TO the new thread in the one being replaced, along with a link IN the new thread FROM the previous one. That way, anyone who comes along late to the party can follow along, or go back, as needed. You know what I mean, so I'll quit explaining!
For my birthday, Connie brought me some beautiful glasses with cobalt blue dots in them. They're beautiful. I'll try to remember to get a photo to show you all how pretty they are. Also, she brought me 4 lovely plant markers for my herb garden. I'm not sure if they are clay or resin, but they sure are pretty.
Rickly Mortis (my dear hubby) has got the grill going with chicken, ribs & boudain. I'm making a salad to go along with that and Mrs. Smith brought over a beautiful Dutch Apple Crumb Pie for later on. Both kids of mine are coming by to visit with the babies later. We'll all have a good time. I just checked on the pie and it sure smells good in the kitchen. Don't you wish your monitor had smell technology! HAHAHAHA
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pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 04, 2007
04:56 PM Post #4157386
| I think after 2 days it will be close to 100 and this would be a good way to keep organized on my part. I need something to help me. lol.
I forgot to give you this. Enjoy.
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pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 04, 2007
04:58 PM Post #4157397
| We have added Sushi to the menu. Terri, I think you will like it. ;^) 
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denimangle
Oakwood (Butler,TX), TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
05:05 PM Post #4157413
| no food to offer but do have a couple of new bowls we can use . 
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denimangle
Oakwood (Butler,TX), TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
05:12 PM Post #4157428
| heres a smaller one 
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denimangle
Oakwood (Butler,TX), TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
05:14 PM Post #4157432
| another view 
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
05:17 PM Post #4157438
| Yummy cupcake Traci. Thanks for that. I blew out the candle so my wish oughta come true!
I'm gonna pass on the sushi, hard as it is to do, because I want to do justice to hubby's cooking later.
I may have to borrow that beautiful bowl Cheryl to put my pie on after while. It's simply stunning the way the light reflects on it.
Speaking of stunning, someone posted some pottery in the other thread. I meant to comment on that then and then I slept. That pottery reminds me of the pottery I saw at the Festival. I was mesmerized by all of the beautiful swirls in the colors of the platters, etc. I've always loved that style of pottery and have picked up several really nice pieces at thrift stores that I know are hand made. Once again, I'm thankful they didn't like it or had too much. (big cheesy grin here) Pottery is one of the things I always look for when I shop the thrift stores. I guess some folks don't like it, and that's their prerogative. I just love it!!!
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
05:18 PM Post #4157441
| OK, so now I see that putting ice cream on the pie would be a bad idea if I use your bowls Cheryl. HAHAHAHA |
pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 04, 2007
05:19 PM Post #4157445
| Denim, you have so much talent, but I have to say these are my favorite. Aren't they the tempered glass bowls? |
pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 04, 2007
05:47 PM Post #4157520
| Well I have to show a bit of my art. I did the hair and face. A work I like to call "The good witch of the South". Teensy everyone... 
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pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 04, 2007
05:48 PM Post #4157523
| One more. 
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zenpotter
Minneapolis, MN
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
05:54 PM Post #4157544
| Happy Birthday Janet sounds like you are having a good meal for your day.
I am hungry I think I will have some sushi first and then black coffee with a treat.
That is all of my comments, I need to get back to my clay. |
weedsgalore
Tampa, FL
November 04, 2007
05:57 PM Post #4157550
| Cute little witch!! looks like she was having a good time! here is an embossed paper angel I finished today for a gift to a friend that looks like her! thanks, sue 
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weedsgalore
Tampa, FL
November 04, 2007
05:59 PM Post #4157555
| A daytime picture of her in my garden patio!! sue 
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
06:10 PM Post #4157582
| Sue, she's just beautiful! I have always loved angels and yours is exceptionally pretty!
Traci, I'm glad to see Miss Teensy's beautiful face in that one. She made a beautiful witch!
Zen, I've added baked potatoes to the table and some hard boiled eggs to go into the salad. Sausage was also added to the grill. The main reason we cook so much when we grill is because it's all great leftover. This keeps me from having to cook during the week. :-) |
zenpotter
Minneapolis, MN
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
06:49 PM Post #4157678
| Janet, I love those leftovers. It sounds like you have a nice variety there.
An adorable angel.
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
06:55 PM Post #4157688
| Uggggggghhhh Just got up from the table and waddled in here. My Goodness that was a whole lot of great food! But you're right. The leftovers will be most excellent. We've always done that any time we fire up the grill. No sense in wasting all that cook heat. We love smoked boudain. Unfortunately, one of the boudains dropped as he was pulling it from the grill. It took an act of congress to keep Grace from scarfing on it. We planned on giving it to her, but geez Louize, it's not worth scalding your tongue and the roof of your mouth over! She waited patiently (for Grace) until it had cooled down.
Gotta let some of this settle down before we cut into the pie. Too bad I've already taken my 10 minute power nap today or I'd take another one! |
zenpotter
Minneapolis, MN
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
07:30 PM Post #4157781
| I had to look up what a boudain was. It sounds good. With a scandinavian heritage here spices are salt and pepper. |
weedsgalore
Tampa, FL
November 04, 2007
08:00 PM Post #4157864
| Thanks all,,,mmmmm boudain sausage...so great with dirty rice! my hubby lived in Louisiana, and introduced me to this delightful food! I am getting hungry just reading your posts...however i don't think the Boudain is on my Weight Watcher's list! boohoo sue |
pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 04, 2007
08:02 PM Post #4157870
| Let me see some ART!!! |
pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 04, 2007
08:07 PM Post #4157882
| Weeds, sorry I forgot to say...That is amazing. You said Embossed paper? You were worried about this being art, but I have to say, that takes talent. She is lovely. I love the face!!
Teens is a cute little witch, and sometimes a bad little witch, but she can get away with it! |
cactusfan
Webster, NY
(Zone 6a)
November 04, 2007
09:28 PM Post #4158201
| Gourd, your place is wonderful - love all the rock! Do you mean horsehair pieces like this? No, this isn't one of mine (but I hope to try this some day) - this was a gift from my brother (he didn't make it, either). 
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cactusfan
Webster, NY
(Zone 6a)
November 04, 2007
09:29 PM Post #4158229
| By the way, Gourd, Fred says to say "meow" to Hobo Joe! 
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zenpotter
Minneapolis, MN
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
09:34 PM Post #4158255
| One of my friends had a pot made with horsehair from her partners horse when it died. It was beautiful and her partner was thrilled. |
denimangle
Oakwood (Butler,TX), TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
09:41 PM Post #4158273
| Pupil What a darling little witch.. yes they are tempered glass Thanks
Weed Love the angel ..Is she a tree topper ?
Happy birthday Janet!!!!
feel free to use one of the bowls .. just eat fast or you may drip on the table :-) |
UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
09:42 PM Post #4158276
| Zen, I didn't know what boudain was until we moved here 28 years ago. We never heard of it in San Antonio. It's something I almost always have in the fridge because we all like it. It's quick to fix for the girls if they stop by. We fix it many different ways. We smoke it on the grill or take off the skin, slice it thinly and fry it in a skillet with fried eggs. I've also put it on top of scrambled eggs on one of those already baked pizza crusts, cover it with cheese and you've got a breakfast pizza that is great for "to go" purposes. Recently I had some leftover smoked boudain. I took off the skin and sliced it in 4 strips length wise and put it on buttered toast for a sandwich. I could have sold those and made a fortune. I've taken leftover boudain and put it in soups also. The seasonings in it are wonderful. I'm really surprised that it's not on more menus around here.
Something else that we dearly love, but it's very rare to have is scrapple. We had it in Virginia and loved it. I only found it here one time, at a hole in the wall grocery store that isn't in business any more. I'd pay dern good money for some scrapple! HAHAHA If you don't know what it is, it's the leftovers from butchering a hog, mixed with cornmeal and other seasonings, and made into a pudding. Then it's poured into cake pans and when it gets solid, it's cut into bricks. When you cook it, you slice it about 1/4 inch thick, dredge it in flour and fry it quickly. It's crispy on the outside and soft on the inside and if you put that with some fried eggs, you'd think you'd died and gone to heaven! :-)
I do believe I'm going to have to see if I can find it on line somewhere. Mom and Daddy used to bring it to us from Virginia.
I'm still full so I'll quit talking about food. HAHAHA
That vase is beautiful cactusfan. I can see the gold hairs veining it to look like marble and the copper around the rim. Really a pretty piece. What a nice brother you have. |
cactusfan
Webster, NY
(Zone 6a)
November 04, 2007
09:44 PM Post #4158288
| Oops, I forgot - Happy Birthday, Janet! |
UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
09:48 PM Post #4158311
| Thanks Cactusfan. I don't think I've ever had so many wonderful birthday wishes in my life. Everyone here at Dave's really makes a gal feel loved.
Janet
Now 21, with 27 years experience |
Gourd
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
09:55 PM Post #4158335
| ♣♥♥♥Happy Birthday to You Janet♥♥♥!! Any many, many more... |
Gourd
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
09:58 PM Post #4158346
| ooooh, Fred is a Cutie, Hobo Joe say's hello there friend...!!... all of our pets are (Recue pets), my DH tells me not to get anything that is FREE anymore..lol. it lands up costing us alot in vet bills.. 
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Gourd
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
10:01 PM Post #4158352
| Oh I love that little witch, just beautiful..
the angel is also a very nice gift. wow, I'm continueing to be amazed at all the talent in this cafe!! |
Gourd
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
10:12 PM Post #4158391
| Here is a photo of a pot on the floor that I want to do some etching or carving, maybe Indian design , don't know yet.. or when is a better question?? 
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Gourd
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
10:14 PM Post #4158399
| You could see the bench on the top photo, but here is a longshot view.. It turned out really well and we like it, there is room on both sides of the bench for the dogs to get back behind it. Why they always come first is beyond me..lol the things we do for our pets! 
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Gourd
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
10:18 PM Post #4158417
| Here is the other bench that is not done yet and there is one across from it. Almost everything has been grouted too, so I've been wetting the area.
I am a cactus nut, so you will eventually see the agaves come into this area. 
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cactusfan
Webster, NY
(Zone 6a)
November 04, 2007
10:19 PM Post #4158422
| Janet, does that mean you're 48? I turned 47 towards the end of October. |
cactusfan
Webster, NY
(Zone 6a)
November 04, 2007
10:22 PM Post #4158432
| Gourd, a cactus nut? I wouldn't know anything about that! :) |
weedsgalore
Tampa, FL
November 04, 2007
10:46 PM Post #4158516
| my favorite forum is the Cactus and Succulent forum!! i post many pics there, as that is my passion! One can grow quite a few here in hot humid Fla.! They are all extremely nice people...very patient with id'ing unknown plants...super knowledgeable group as well...i think i have seen both Cactusfan and Gourd on the forum before??? Deni, the little angel could be a tree topper...right now she is a "table topper" , a gift for a friend, who looks very much like her! sue |
pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 04, 2007
11:03 PM Post #4158565
| Thanks everyone. I don't think I could have crafted a better piece of art.
Cactusfan, Do you grow cactus? ;^) The pot is amazing. I have never heard or seen anything like it before. The simple copper ring just sets it off. I have looked at it several times, thinking is that really hair? It is definitely a treasure. I do hope someone give it a try. I can only imagine what ideas ya'll could come up with. I did notice Gourd said the "Expensive" word. I wonder if it is the uniqueness of it or if it is difficult to do.
Gourd, do you like gourds? I love every aspect of your yard. I keep looking at the photos and notice where you have put different little accents throughout. I wonder how many pieces are just the stone and how many are artwork. I noticed where the lizard was and also on your new bench, is that some tile with pictures? I would walk around and try to make shapes, like looking at clouds. I have to say also, I was surprised when you mention DH. I made the stupid assumption you were a man. Rare is it seen that a woman works with such size pieces. I was in construction for 15 years and never ran into another female contractor. KUDOS to you and teach that tile saw a lesson or two. If I have made the wrong assuption again, I apologize.
I am so glad ya'll got off the food subject. Sorry Janet, but I couldn't even read all your post. I know two things I won't be trying out. Weak stomache here, I must admit. I can't watch some commercials. lol.
I will post a new thread before I go to be this evening which is usually no earlier that 12 central. See you soon. Here is our variety of ice creams we have. I will let ya'll have a round on the house, since Terri is not here. looking around furtively
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UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 04, 2007
11:12 PM Post #4158583
| The thumbnail looks like balls of yarn! I would love some of that blue ice cream. Looks yummy. Maybe just a half a scoop of chocolate to go along with it. |
pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 04, 2007
11:49 PM Post #4158680
| Or those wonderful ace bandages you sent for broken neck syndrome on the coleus. lol. |
Gourd
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
11:52 PM Post #4158691
| This is Gourd guys, well, this was last year Sept. of 2006, we were packing and moving/selling the house and almost left everything behind.. No, we don't have any parties,,lol., i am a loner most of the time, so it is good to participate here in the forums... unfortunately, to me, a clean pair of jeans and a clean T-shirt, baseball cap, and I've got it made..lol.. i basically look the same, more gray hair under my hat.
I/we want to have a place where we can r&r, the grandkids miss the Secret Garden in CA, so we are making another one, I can hardly wait to finish so that they can come.. they haven't been to this house.
Thank you for the compliments, yes, sometimes the people we contract are surprised that I have the run of the place..lol. DH goes to work and agrees with whatever I decide, it feels good (he doesn't agree to everything in other areas) but he leaves the designing to me.
Here are me and my babies.. Good to meet you all. Believe me, I don't look any better today, ... age 55 next June (I think), I forget sometimes.
edited to add: I don't do alot of the heavy lifting, usually the put the flagstone on benches for me to work on.
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Gourd
(Zone 4b)
November 04, 2007
11:55 PM Post #4158697
| Ice Cream, save some for me... I almost missed it.
A. |
pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 05, 2007
12:21 AM Post #4158767
| Darlin', 55 you don't look. With the hat you look like a teenager. I think you may have raided my waredrobe as that is pretty much it for me too. Have to throw in the work boots. I wore heels the other day to something for my DH. Nearly feel about 5 times. lol.
Do you have pics of the old secret garden. I would love to see it!!
Rock on with yourself. I know that surpised felling. When I took a crew to some jobs, the customer talked to the men more than me, and I was the one running the show. lol. They finally realize you know what you are doing and everything is good.
How's the tile saw and enjoy the ice cream! |
terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 05, 2007
06:00 AM Post #4159046
| I'm calling you GorgeousGourd from now on!
Loved the ice cream Traci, oooops I just had the last scoop, got any more?!!
Janet, so sorry! I missed your birthday, as a belated Birthday gift I have made you a cake, please don't worry about your waistline and enjoy!!
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pupilpropogtr
Birmingham, AL
(Zone 7b)
November 05, 2007
07:32 AM Post #4159123
| Good Morning Everyone. I have begun a new thread, so please join me for a java at the new location. Have a great day and remember*****CREATE!!!*****
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/787221/ |
UniQueTreasures
Beaumont, TX
(Zone 8b)
November 05, 2007
08:07 AM Post #4159167
| Thanks Terri! That's beautiful! I'll treasure it forever. I love that gold candle. And now, I'm on my way to page 4!
Janet |
dahtzu
(Faye) Henderson, NC
(Zone 7b)
November 05, 2007
11:50 PM Post #4162538
| ROCKY, my 16 year old heart. this seems to be the thread for everything and since my heart hurts for my 4 footed son, I'm going to show him to you. This year, he has lost both eyes.(not just gone blind, lost his eyeballs) had acute pnemonia and still bosses me around. Thank God! 
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terriculture
london England
United Kingdom
November 08, 2007
10:42 PM Post #4173806
| Thankyou to all the ARTISAN'S who added to the cafe' galleries!
In this thread we have works from the artists below.
Zenpotter
Pupilpropogtr
Wuvie
denimangle
balvenie
Unique Treasures
dahtzu
Gourd
Maidenthemantle (connie)
Weedsgalore
Cactusfan
With special thanks to Pupilpropgtr (Traci) for providing such wonderful food!
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