tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-39963516187854950072024-03-05T06:13:47.073-08:00Hannah's PinKeepCotton fabrics (including prints, solids, homespun, and ticking), evenweave linens, WoolFelt®, silk matka, hand-dyed flosses, needlework scissors, notions, and other supplies, plus patterns for dolls, quilts, cross-stitch and stitchery, penny rugs, and more for artisans and hobbyists who prefer primitive, country, and colonial styles and colors. Discounts available for those who sell your own patterns and/or crafts online!Hannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.comBlogger51125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-56093503251620614612012-08-13T16:53:00.001-07:002012-08-13T16:58:06.540-07:00Closing: Come Follow My NEW BlogIt's that time, folks. I've consolidated both of my web sites, Hannah's PinKeep and Autumn Comforts, and given them a new name. I hope you'll all visit my NEW blog at <a href="http://www.farmcountrycomforts.blogspot.com" target="_blank">http://www.farmcountrycomforts.blogspot.com</a> and Follow me there.
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And, my new web site is located at <a href="http://www.farmcountrycomforts.com" target="_blank">http://www.farmcountrycomforts.com</a>. I'm still getting products listed but am listing some daily... and there are over 100 different listings already, with much more to come!
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Farm Country Comforts offers/will offer my handcrafted quilts, rag quilts, and quilted goods; dolls, prairie bonnets, ornies, tucks, etc., crocheted and hooked rugs; primitive candles, scented wax melts, candle holders and electric melters; fabrics, patterns, and needlework supplies; organic garden seeds, and other gardening and homesteading supplies, gifts, and decor.
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So please, if you have enjoyed following this blog for Hannah's PinKeep, I hope you'll make the change with me and visit my new blog. I'll be posting site and product updates, as well as informational articles on gardening and more, recipes, reviews, and the occasional giveaway. Hope to see you at Farm Country Comforts! :-)Hannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-57527550767344313602012-07-16T08:33:00.000-07:002012-07-16T08:35:18.923-07:00Half Off Clearance!Only a few minutes to spare this morning, but I wanted to post a quick update. All remaining stock at <a href=http://www.hannahspinkeep.com target=_blank>Hannah's</a> is now 50% off and must go! The only exception is my own few patterns I have available; everything else has been reduced to half, which in some cases is better than wholesale. So stop by and do some shopping for great deals before it's all gone!<br><br>
In other news, a hacker has seen fit to use my primary email address--my other (long-time) domain name, Autumn Comforts--to spoof as the "sent from" email address for thousands and thousands (maybe millions?) of spam and malware emails being sent out to people all over the world. I know this because ever since July 4th, I've been receiving (around 6,000 per day!) returned, undeliverable emails of this nature; emails I did NOT send, but that appear to have been sent by me. I've shed my tears and expressed my anger over this issue, and finally decided to call the defeat. I'll be setting up a NEW site, which will eventually replace both my existing sites. Need to run right now and get ready for a dental appointment, but I'll post more on this when I can. Don't forget to visit Hannah's and do some shopping! have a great day. JodiHannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-88806929945561211982012-06-16T15:57:00.001-07:002012-06-16T19:02:17.508-07:00Long Awaited Updates & Sad NewsFirst, I apologize for the long delay in posting. Our 2012 has been an odd one, to say the least. Seems that when it rains, it pours. While I've never considered myself to be superstitious, this year has led me to wonder. We began the year with my fall down the stairs, tearing ligaments across my left foot and ankle, and breaking my left fibula. I needed not only 4 months worth of splints, casts, no weight-bearing, ad nauseam, but also 2 surgeries to repair all the damage I'd done.
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While dealing with the broken leg, I developed a lovely case of shingles... on my face, of course. It took 4 full months to get completely over it. Meanwhile, because of both the leg and the shingles, I had to forgo my usual medication treatments (weekly injections and an infusion every 6 weeks) for my psoriatic arthritis (similar to rheumatoid, only also with psoriasis rashes; yes, I like to do things up right!). The meds had to be postponed so that my normally suppressed immune system could heal my leg and fight the shingles. This left me with considerable pain, as my psoriatic arthritis was not being controlled at all during that time. And even now, after being back on my meds for several weeks, it's going to take time for them to build up in my system again, enough to keep the pain and swelling under decent control.
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Our sister-in-law Diane recently took terribly ill with interstitial lung disease. A couple of weeks after she was admitted to the hospital, my hubby's brother and their adult daughters had to make the decision to let Diane go. She was removed from the respirator and passed away a few hours later. Diane and I went to high school together. I had known Diane for 36 years.
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And most recently, my computer died. I went completely without one for about a week before we were able to put together just enough money to pick me up a cheap laptop, which is what I'm using now; quite a bit longer (actually, we're still working on it) to get all my programs and files transferred, re-registered, etc. I have to admit, though, I think I like the laptop better anyway; at least now I don't have to climb the stairs in our house nearly as often... which is good; I don't really care to fall down them ever again, thank you.
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It's actually been an odd <i>few</i> years, really. Like most folks, the recession has certainly taken its toll. My hubby was on reduced hours for 2 full years (just finally got back to full time about a year ago now, and we're still trying to catch up again), and my parents, both of our sons, both my brothers, and so many of our friends have been struggling to keep the bills paid and food on the table as well.
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I've been trying to keep Hannah's PinKeep afloat for nearly 2 years. Unfortunately, it just hasn't provided quite enough to make it worthwhile. I wish things were different. I suppose the economy is much to blame. I know things are getting better for most; but it seems to be taking such a long time.
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At any rate, sometimes, you have to reflect on how things are going and make the tough decisions. <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com" target="_blank">Hannah's PinKeep is in the process of closing</a>. I will probably continue to use the name for my own patterns, but I'm currently closing out all of the patterns by other designers, plus all the fabrics and other supplies I have in stock. While some items still need to be inventoried and final quantities listed (at which time, they will be discounted in price as well), I've currently reduced all cotton fabrics, utility fabrics, patterns by other designers, cross-stitch linens, needlework tools, notions, Gentle Art flosses, and Valdani 3-ply flosses by 20% to 25% off. Everything else should be inventoried and reduced within a few more days.
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All sale prices are good only on the final quantity in stock, and things are selling out really quickly (I have a very busy weekend laid out for me already!), so shop early before the items you would like are already gone. All sales will be final. Believe me, it's breaking my heart, but it's time to let it go and move on.
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THANK YOU to you all for your patronage and support!
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JodiHannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-16640987329872175742012-04-26T13:10:00.001-07:002012-04-26T13:13:16.525-07:00Another "Find A New Hobby" Sale: Punch NeedleThis weekend's sale has begun! Our latest "Find A New Hobby" Sale features punch needle. Save 25% now through Sunday on our Cameo Ultra-Punch adjustable punch needle sets, Morgan No-Slip hoops, weaver's cloth, all Valdani 3-strand flosses, and all punch needle patterns. This is a fun, easy form of needlework, and at 25% off, this is a great opportunity to give it a try (or just stock up on all the patterns & supplies you already love to use)! :-) <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com" target="_blank">Go shop at Hannah's PinKeep</a><br><br>
I had my final surgery on my leg on Tuesday, and it went great. At the moment, I'm even sporting a shoe instead of the walking boot! It will be awhile yet before the leg is back to normal, but there is finally light at the end of the tunnel. Good thing... I have plenty of sewing, gardening, etc. to keep me good and busy these days! :-)<br><br>
Finally, a quick update on our sister-in-law. My husband's brother's wife is in critical condition with interstitial lung disease. This came on somewhat suddenly less than 2 weeks ago, and at this point, Diane is being kept heavily sedated and hooked up to a respirator. She is unable to breathe on her own, and doctors are currently giving her a 50% chance of surviving. They started a new drug a few days ago that they hoped would relax her body more and allow her to better absorb the oxygen into her lung cells, and it seems to be helping so far. But within a few more days, they may need to make the decision with regard to either continuing treatment or letting her go. Your prayers and best wishes will be greatly appreciated. Her name is Diane, and her family includes husband Ric (my BIL), 2 daughters named Amy and Katie, and a beautiful baby granddaughter named Abbie. Thank you all so much, and blessings and best wishes to you and yours always!<br><br>JodiHannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-73655707366703314492012-04-19T11:52:00.001-07:002012-04-19T11:53:53.743-07:00SALE on Penny Rug Patterns & Supplies!Our latest Find A New Hobby weekend sale started a little early, so hop on over and check it out! If you have ever wanted to try your hand at an adorable penny rug candle mat, we have all of our Penny Lane patterns, all WoolFelt, DMC flosses, needles, and needlework scissors currently marked down by 25% off! Our "Find A New Hobby" weekend sales are a great opportunity to save on supplies for trying something you've always wanted to try... or just stocking up on the supplies you love to use already! :-)<br />
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A 25% savings on WoolFelt, DMC flosses, even needles and scissors -- AND those absolutely adorable Penny Lane patterns -- what a GREAT deal! :-)<br />
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<a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com" target="_blank">Shop the Sale at Hannah's PinKeep!</a> :-) Hurry, sale ends Sunday evening!Hannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-14540505392662816312012-04-12T15:03:00.000-07:002012-04-12T15:03:37.102-07:00This Weekend's Sale Has Begun: Theme is Cross-Stitch!This weekend's sale started a little early: This "Find A New Hobby" Sale focuses on cross-stitch, and we have marked down ALL of our cross-stitch patterns, linen, flosses... even our needles, needlework scissors, Morgan no-slip hoops, and mother-of-pearl floss rings 25% OFF! This is a perfect opportunity to give cross-stitch a try, or just stock up on supplies if you're already a happy stitcher!<br />
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We have some beautiful primitive-style <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com/catalog.php?category=71" target="_blank">patterns by Stacy Nash Primitives, Pineberry Lane, and more</a>, plus some absolutely gorgeous <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com/catalog.php?category=81" target="_blank">linen in various thread counts</a>. Also <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com/catalog.php?category=63" target="_blank">flosses by The Gentle Art, Valdani, and DMC</a>. And don't forget to check out our beautiful variety of <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com/catalog.php?category=32" target="_blank">black-matte needlework scissors</a>. We even have a few of the coveted <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com/catalog.php?category=86" target="_blank">Morgan no-slip hoops</a> available, along with some gorgeous <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com/catalog.php?category=86" target="_blank">mother-of-pearl floss rings</a>... and, we marked down all our <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com/catalog.php?category=87" target="_blank">chenille and tapestry needles</a> as well. These items have ALL be reduced by 25% for this weekend's Find A New Hobby Sales Event, but supplies are limited, so get your order in as soon as you can! :-)<br />
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Happy Stitching,<br />
JodiHannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-80813424520781865432012-04-05T09:23:00.000-07:002012-04-05T09:23:56.177-07:00Last Chance to Enter!If you would like to win one of 4 shopping sprees for patterns, fabrics, & needlework supplies, better hop on over to <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com" target="_blank">Hannah's PinKeep</a> and get your entries submitted! The Egg Hunt Sweepstakes ends tomorrow (Friday, April 6th) at 2pm Pacific time. Two ways to enter: Find the hidden egg graphic and click it for instructions on submitting your daily entry via email (just two chances left to enter this way!), and your purchases also provide you with entries (one entry for every $10 spent, up to 11 extra entries!). Good luck! :-)<br />
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I'm thinking that I might just start holding some sales, maybe every weekend. Perhaps a "Find a New Hobby" theme, wherein all the supplies for a particular type of needlework would be on sale through the weekend. Yep, I think that's a fine idea, don't you? :-) Let's start this weekend. Post a comment to submit your ideas as to what you would like to try in terms of a new sewing/needlework hobby. Or maybe just post your favorite; either way, I'd love to know what YOU would like to see discounted during our first FANH Sale, so let me know! :-)<br />
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Happy Crafting,<br />
JodiHannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-27699099722052787052012-03-30T11:53:00.001-07:002012-03-30T11:54:15.168-07:00April Fool's Weekend SALE!No Foolin'! :-) All wool, WoolFelt, muslin, Osnaburg, monk's cloth, weaver's cloth, and rug canvas is on sale 15% off, now through Sunday, April 1st at 9pm Pacific time. Better hurry! :-) <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com" target="_blank">Hannah's PinKeep</a><br />
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I can hardly believe it's nearly the first of April, and I'm so excited that it's almost here! Within a couple more weeks, I'll be out of the walking boot, they'll remove the two screws holding the long bones in my leg together, and I'll be able to start using just an ankle brace and getting around better again (for those of you who have ever considered trying to ski down your stairs on one stocking foot and breaking your leg, I don't recommend it!). AND, best of all, gardening season is almost here! I have my seeds all ready to go, and I can't wait to get out there, sun on my back, the smell of spring humus in the air, and get to planting again. I find gardening even more therapeutic than sewing. I confess, my name is Jodi and I am a gardening addict!<br />
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As for today, it's pouring rain, and the wind the past couple of days has taken a toll (our street sign even blew down yesterday! Guess the City folks will be out today to fix it). But it's a great weekend for staying indoors and doing some online shopping, <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com" target="_blank">so go check out the sale</a> and do some shopping at 15% off before the sale ends Sunday evening! Enjoy! :-)Hannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-60255502173403763542012-03-19T15:29:00.000-07:002012-03-19T15:29:22.195-07:00Ready to Win a Shopping Spree?Don't forget, the 2012 Easter Egg Hunt Giveaway starts tomorrow (Tuesday) morning! A total of $200 worth of Hannah's PinKeep voucher codes will be given away in a random drawing from all entries received.<br />
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Hannah's carries fabrics, patterns, and needlework supplies that are primarily primitive, country, and colonial styles and colors. We have what you need for making quilts, dolls, penny rugs, cross-stitch/stitchery samplers, ornies, tucks, hooked rugs, punch needle projects, and more, so be sure to enter to win in our first annual Easter Egg Hunt! Additional entries are available via purchase. <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com/pages/sweepstakes2012.php">Details/Official Rules for this Sweepstakes are located here</a>. Have fun, and good luck! :-)Hannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-66579130442434092522012-03-17T12:33:00.000-07:002012-03-17T12:33:20.923-07:00$200 Giveaway! :-)Okay, so remember that promise I made? That once I had over 1,000 products available at Hannah's PinKeep, I'd hold a giveaway? Here it is:<br />
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$200 worth of shopping-spree prizes will be awarded!</b><br />
Begins Tuesday, March 20th at 9:00 a.m. <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com" target="_blank">Visit Hannah's PinKeep now</a> for details. :-)<br />
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Enjoy!Hannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-83950216788002667592012-03-16T09:14:00.000-07:002012-03-16T09:14:03.440-07:00Things are Looking Up!Saw my orthopedist day before yesterday; I'm out of that cast and into a walking boot now, and I couldn't be happier! We're going to try getting me up the stairs this weekend. This would be a major accomplishment; both because I'm still pretty paranoid about the stairs after that fall... but mostly because I'd be able to get back to work again! Picking and packing all my orders myself, and working on some cleaning and organizing (which I was in the midst of doing when I fell down those stairs 7 weeks ago), and even sewing, pouring candles, and general crafty stuff again! :-)<br />
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I do have some pretty impressive surgical scars on both sides of the leg, and it was pretty ugly when the cast was first removed. I've been cleaning up and babying the skin, though, and they are indeed starting to look like a leg and foot again. That's always nice. And those scars? Hey, I'll wear them with pride. We all have our battle wounds in life, whether they are visible or not.<br />
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Shouldn't be any further delays on shipping orders now, other than the occasional need to order items that may be out of stock (which I do try to stay on top of, but sometimes a few orders will come in for the same item within an hour or two of one another). And, we're getting nearer to spring, my garden seeds arrived the other day... and our eldest son and his girlfriend will be on spring vacation from college soon and will probably come to visit us again. So life is very, very good. :-) Think we're all on the mend, so to speak, and hopefully we'll have smooth sailing for awhile, at least.<br />
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I've also continued to add new items to Hannah's, so you might like to <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com" target="_blank">pay a visit</a> if you haven't done so recently. At least, I hope you will!<br />
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Happy spring, everyone! :-)<br />
JodiHannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-90420552542503530862012-03-02T16:50:00.000-08:002012-03-02T16:50:45.490-08:00Still open! :-)...and ready to process your orders! Yep, I broke my leg; but it's only slowing us down a little bit; not shutting us down completely! :-) So if you're looking for patterns, fabrics, and needlework supplies in primitive styles and colors, I hope you'll stop by <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com" target="_blank">Hannah's PinKeep</a> and take a look at all we have to offer. We have a nice variety of fabrics (homespuns, prints, solids, muslin, osnaburg, weaver's cloth, silk matka, wool, woolfelt, evenweave linen, & more!); patterns from a couple dozen different amazingly talented designers; flosses from DMC, The Gentle Art, and Valdani, with more coming soon from Weeks Dye Works; plus needlework tools, notions, and more: All in primitive, country, and colonial styles. See you there! :-)Hannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-43388728073398190502012-02-13T11:09:00.000-08:002012-02-15T09:37:35.566-08:00Accidents Happen!And my latest was on Jan. 26th; that's the day I fell down the stairs in our house and broke my leg! :-( Specifically, I broke my left fibula (the smaller of the two long bones in the lower leg) and tore ligaments all across my foot and ankle. Not exactly something I was wanting to have happen!<br />
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I had surgery on Thursday, Feb. 2nd. They repaired the torn ligaments, and they re-aligned the broken bone and attached a metal plate to it with several screws (the plate and screws will now be a permanent part of my anatomy -- yay, I get to set off metal detectors!! LOL), and they put two additional screws into the joint to temporarily hold everything in the ankle nice and still until it could all heal. Because of those two screws, even though the break has been repaired, I can't bear any weight on the left foot for the time being. I'm in a splint for now, and I go in this-coming Friday, 2/17 to have my sutures removed (I'm going to have some pretty nice scars on both sides of my leg/ankle!). Then they'll put me in a regular cast for at least 4 more weeks. At that time, they'll remove the cast and I'll have another procedure to remove the two screws from the joint. After that, I can use a walking boot and start on the road to rehabilitation.<br />
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What all this means for my business, unfortunately, is that there may be delays in processing orders. Hannah's is currently housed in the upstairs bedrooms in our house, and I'm not exactly climbing stairs right now. :-( Fortunately, my husband and friends have been amazing, and they are helping to pick and pack orders when they can. But as my hubby isn't very keen on measuring and cutting fabrics for me, for the time being, there may be some delays (figure a week, give or take) in our sending out orders for the cut-to-order fabrics. This includes all cotton fabrics, wool, WoolFelt, silk matka, muslins, and weaver's cloth. The cross-stitch linen pieces are pre-cut, so they won't be subject to the delays. So far, you have all been wonderful about this little snafu, and I appreciate it so, so much!<br />
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Orders for the cut-to-order fabrics can still be processed; I just need to wait for hubby or one of my friends to be available to get the fabric from upstairs and bring it down to me; then I'm able to lay it out on the dining room table and do the cutting with scissors. But I'm at the mercy of having someone come 'round who doesn't mind doing so for me (and again; not hubby's thing! LOL). As for patterns, flosses, notions... even the pre-cut linen pieces; those hubby doesn't mind picking for me, so we can get them packed up and shipped within just a couple of days of receiving those orders, for the most part.<br />
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I'm doing fairly well at this point; very rarely need the pain pills anymore. Now, I'm sure that possibly after the sutures (I think I have staples in there) come out, and definitely again after my next surgery to remove the screws from the joint, I'll need another couple of days to recuperate and won't be working much at first. I'm extremely hopeful that I'll be finished with the worst of this and into the walking boot (and able to get upstairs and work again!!!) by mid- to late-March.<br />
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Thank you again for your patronage, support, and patience! :-)<br />
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JodiHannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-5618364575047533112012-01-23T10:18:00.000-08:002012-01-23T10:18:12.197-08:00Quick Update About Wool Fabrics<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHr2p-uXPBzoNf6Q4EX5VN8PEnukOhWsiZpunb2_UVrV6ry9Y0Y-JBv3a0u4eW-I_hotJN8ZpseUzsy-EcUtcJY5Sk9AmgTaYrzred_7uMWT4dSZj6e7KeXm4VLUXdWFG2RGbDpuC5WHU/s1600/burgundygoldrosewoodbpa103.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHr2p-uXPBzoNf6Q4EX5VN8PEnukOhWsiZpunb2_UVrV6ry9Y0Y-JBv3a0u4eW-I_hotJN8ZpseUzsy-EcUtcJY5Sk9AmgTaYrzred_7uMWT4dSZj6e7KeXm4VLUXdWFG2RGbDpuC5WHU/s400/burgundygoldrosewoodbpa103.jpg" /></a></div><br />
We're now offering our 100% woolens in various cut options, including 1/4 yard, fat 1/4, 1/2 yard, and yardage! You can visit <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com/catalog.php?category=84">HERE</a> to view the nice selection we have. Enjoy! :-)Hannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-75110689560346653012012-01-17T08:06:00.000-08:002012-01-17T08:06:59.632-08:00Snowy Day UpdatesSeems we're finally getting some winter here in central Oregon! Of course, our winters can be pretty rough, but we also seem to get a lot of waxing and waning of winter weather here every year. The little "mini springs" are always nice, but they tend to bring out the impatience in me for "real" spring (which never comes to us here until about early to mid May), and planting and tending my vegetable garden (I'm a first-class addict when it comes to growing edibles!).<br />
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At any rate, my trip out to a doctor's appointment and to run errands yesterday proved to be interesting, as I wore a fairly light sweatshirt and brought only a cardigan sweater with me... and baby, it was c-c-c-c-ooooooold outside! Today, however, I'm home, watching winter out my window and catching up on work. Somehow my morning coffee tastes even better when the snow is falling just outside my window....<br />
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I'm working now on listing all of those cotton fabrics I've had sitting around awhile (you'll be amazed at how much I have!). The reds (and purples and oranges) are all listed as far as prints go, and I'm making good progress going through the yellows (to include creams, beiges, mustards, golds, and browns). Once I finish listing all the prints for which I have yardage available, I'll get to work on the solids and the homespuns. Oh yes, Virginia, there are a LOT more than what I've had listed thus far!<br />
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Thursday is going to be fun as well! That's when my latest shipment from Moda is due to arrive, and it will be chalk-full of new quilt patterns! I picked out some really, really great ones... you'll see! Anyone who loves primitive quilts even half as much as I will be quite impressed and pleased! There are even a couple of designs in there for bags (totes, purses, that sort of bag) that I thought were really cute and that fit my favorite styles quite well.<br />
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That will wrap up today's notes, but I'll pop in and update a bit more often. So many great new things are coming to Hannah's! I'm really excited about all the neat ideas I have on my mental to-do list, and all the fun new projects I'm hoping to stock supplies for very soon.<br />
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May your day be filled with warmth ... and a good, hot cup of coffee! ;-)Hannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-47714351027642877812012-01-12T12:14:00.000-08:002012-01-12T12:15:49.599-08:00IMPORTANT QUESTIONSDO YOU make country, primitive, and/or colonial/old-time style sewn/stitched items and sell them online? Dolls, quilts, ornies, samplers, penny rugs, stitchery, etc? Yes? Then why haven't you applied to join Hannah's Friends yet to get your discounts?! :-)<br />
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See you there! :-)Hannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-90550172732202188192011-12-31T16:40:00.000-08:002011-12-31T16:40:42.172-08:00Happy New Year's Eve!I am so looking forward to a wonderful, joyous, prosperous new year, filled with love, laughter, light, and hope! :-)<br />
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We had a wonderful Christmas with our eldest son and his girlfriend visiting from Portland. They spent 4 days with us, and we went out to a nice dinner, and saw the new Sherlock Holmes movie... visited, laughed, watched T.V., ate way too much, opened gifts, and had a fantastic visit. I only wish our youngest son could have joined us as well, but he had to work the day before and the day after Christmas, so the trip to Bend would have been too far for just the day. I understand; I just miss him! But at least one of our boys, and his girlfriend (whom we absolutely adore), were here with us.<br />
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The kids headed back over the mountains on Tuesday, and I've been working hard ever since, listing a bunch of new items on Hannah's PinKeep, as well as doing some site clean-up and reorganizing. I've added optional links for viewing all the patterns grouped both by the designers and by seasons/holidays. I think this will be a well-received addition; especially with the huge number of patterns we're up to now! And, I still have several boxes stacked next to my computer, just waiting for the contents to be sorted and listed as well. Looks like I'll be adding more new goodies every day for quite awhile yet! What a great way to ring in the new year. :-)<br />
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Oh, and one more thing: In case you weren't already aware, Hannah's offers some impressive discounts on all our products to our fellow online retailers who sell their own patterns and/or handmade wares! Check out the link entitled "Discounts (D.A.D. Club)" <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com">when you next visit us</a>. Happy, Happy New Year!Hannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-66695779801091548612011-12-19T15:07:00.000-08:002011-12-19T15:07:38.327-08:00Wishing You All Blessed, Joyous HolidaysJust a quick post today to extend my warmest wishes to all for a wonderful, joyous holiday season, filled with joy and enveloped in love. May you all be blessed with days of good food, good friends, family gatherings, happy celebrations, and an abundance of joy, gratitude, and good will for all.<br />
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I'll likely take a few days "off," beginning Thursday or Friday, from listing new items and/or working on my web sites. You are, of course, still welcome to send questions, submit orders, etc., and I will gratefully respond to emails and pack and ship orders, in the order received, when I return to "work." One of our sons and his girlfriend are coming home for Christmas for a few days, and we're polishing up our plans to have a wonderful holiday visit with them. I hope for each of you the same warm, happy anticipation I'm feeling now... that knowledge that you'll be spending upcoming holidays with people you love. There is truly nothing better. :-)<br />
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Warm Wishes,<br />
JodiHannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-17516613393832453432011-12-12T08:29:00.000-08:002011-12-12T08:29:41.881-08:00I've been such a good girl! :-)I spent the entire weekend listing new patterns (from Penny Lane and Stacy Nash Primitives) and DMC flosses. That, and working on a big candle order I received from my other site, <a href="http://www.autumncomforts.com" target="_blank">Autumn Comforts</a>. And I have a bunch of boxes and packages sitting here next to me, waiting to be opened and the contents listed for sale as well; more patterns from Sweet Meadows Farm and Pineberry Lane, more cross-stitch linen from Wichelt ... AND, I just placed my first order with Moda/United Notions! My little store is filling up so nicely! Receiving all of these goodies to make available to all of you is so much fun; all these boxes and packages arrive, and it really feels just like Christmas! :-)<br />
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Here are just a couple of the adorable Christmas patterns I now have in stock (along with all the supplies to make them!):<br />
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This cutie is from Penny Lane Primitives, and it's available for only $8.50. And, I carry all the WoolFelt and flosses (along with Chenille needles and an assortment of really cute needlework scissors!) you'll need to make it.<br />
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From Stacy Nash Primitives, this beautiful sewing roll pattern is ready to order for only $10.00, and I have all the flosses, a nice assortment of linen, and some beautiful wool fabrics and cotton homespuns available for making it as well.<br />
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I'd love for you to stop by <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com" target="_blank">Hannah's PinKeep</a> soon (and often) to see all the great goodies I have in stock... and there is much more to come! :-)<br />
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Happy Holidays,<br />
JodiHannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-6284333184518770142011-12-02T16:40:00.000-08:002011-12-02T16:40:58.718-08:00Happy December!I'm really proud of myself lately! ;-) I've been working quite a bit on adding lots of new goodies to my inventory. Got a shipment of some beautiful Shetland wools the other day, and they're now listed and ready to order. I'm working on adding DMC flosses (not the entire palette, but a good portion of them; I'll be avoiding the overly bright colors and sticking with those that work for more primitive-style projects), and today I decided to go ahead and list patterns by other designers again after all. I know... I'd had delusions of grandeur that I was going to finish up a few new patterns of my own every week! And nope, that's just not happening (but don't give up on me completely! There will still be a new one from time to time). So since it turns out that I do NOT actually have super powers when it comes to getting my pattern designs put together and listed for sale, I've re-listed some various patterns I still had in stock, and I've ordered more from 3 different designers so far, with others to come soon.<br />
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I hope you all have wonderful plans for Christmas and will be spending it with loved ones. It seems our youngest son has to work both the day before and the day after the holiday again, so he won't be making it home for Christmas (he wasn't able to come for Thanksgiving, either; in fact, neither of our boys made it home for Thanksgiving). Our oldest son and his girlfriend are still formulating plans for their holiday travel; all I know so far is that they plan to come for a visit "some time in December" but they still need to figure out the logistics and let me know. Sure hope we get to see them sometime soon! Our last family gathering with our boys was my niece's wedding in early July, so we're due for some family time again.<br />
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Wishing you all a joyous, wonderful weekend and holiday season!<br />
JodiHannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-11557624425259335982011-11-23T07:58:00.000-08:002011-11-23T07:59:24.938-08:00Black Friday/Cyber Monday Weekend Sale!Starting at 5 p.m. Pacific time on Thanksgiving day, until 8 a.m. Pacific time on Tuesday, Nov. 29th: Use voucher code <strong>TURKEY</strong> in the shopping cart for 15% off your entire merchandise order* at Hannah's PinKeep! (*Sorry, not valid on past/previous purchases, nor on Gift Certificates).<br />
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Don't forget also that Hannah's offers Wholesale accounts to my fellow designers and artisans who sell online! If you design patterns and/or sell your handmade wares online, you can apply for a wholesale account and receive discounts on all your orders of 15% to 40%, depending on the item! So be sure to check out the "Wholesale" page at Hannah's PinKeep if you're interested.<br />
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Wishing you and yours a joyous, blessed Thanksgiving and holiday season!<br />
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JodiHannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-64093141082185949472011-11-22T07:53:00.000-08:002011-11-22T07:53:52.698-08:00Catching Up on a Windy, Rainy DayBeen awhile since I posted, so I thought I'd check in with a quick update. Things are going quite well, and I've been really pleased with my little online store and the warm reception I've gotten from all of you. I wish I had more of my own patterns to offer, but all in good time. Right now, I'm trying to get better organized, tidy up my home-based operation a bit, and make decisions with regard to the products I want to add to Hannah's inventory. If any of you have suggestions to make, I'd be ever grateful.<br />
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I just got a batch of new needlework scissors in stock, and I'll get photos taken soon and get them posted. I now have 5 different styles of black matte scissors in stock, and they are precious! I can't wait to get them photographed and get them posted for you all to see and choose from.<br />
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I also have tacked all of The Gentle Art flosses up on my wall, right here by my computer, and they look sooooo beautiful! I hear them calling me to stitch, although I have other work to be done as well. Those amazing colors are very distracting, though... I am working on more cross-stitch designs to hopefully become patterns soon. I have a ton of ideas floating around in the old noggin, so hopefully I'll bring at least a few of them to fruition (and stitched into linen) soon. ;-)<br />
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I also have on order a few more colors of silk matka to add to the stash, so watch for those. And, I'm toying with the idea of adding a batch of medium-weight Shetland wools; perfect for rug hooking and other great projects. Again, let me know what you think. The colors that are available from the wholesaler are amazing, and I covet them even though I haven't worked with wool before myself. Maybe I need to give it a try, too. At the very least, I need to incorporate some into a few of my cross-stitch designs.<br />
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Don't forget all the beautiful colors of WoolFelt we have at Hannah's, either! I'm ever-amazed at the beautiful projects I see online that others have done with WoolFelt. I've worked with it just a bit myself, and it's a delight to use for penny rugs and other goodies.<br />
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Once I get some tidying and organizing done, I'll be ordering more cotton fabrics as well, so again, I hope you'll watch for those. I think there are enough of us who still love to work with homespuns, and they are increasingly harder to find. But I'll do my best to grab them up for you whenever I can. I love them for my rag quilts, too, of course. :-)<br />
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We had some snow here in Bend, Oregon up until last night, when it warmed a bit outside and a very windy, rainy system came in and washed most of it away... for now. It's pretty stormy outside my window as I write this. Looks like we're in for more snow and rain (and wind!) over the next few days. Hope you all have somewhere warm and safe to be for Thanksgiving; somewhere with loved ones and all the ingredients for special memories to be made. Hubby and I will be home, just us, again this year, but we're hopeful that our sons will make it home over the mountains for Christmas. Time will tell.<br />
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May you and yours have a blessed, joyous Thanksgiving, filled with love and light.<br />
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JodiHannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-58611252758577825542011-11-07T13:48:00.000-08:002011-11-07T13:53:20.789-08:00The Gentle Art flosses have arrived! And, let's talk wholesale!First, the flosses: These are the entire collection of The Gentle Art Flosses from The Sampler Collection and The Shaker Collection. And they are sooooo beautiful!<br />
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I've only worked with these yummy flosses for one project so far, but I am head-over-heels crazy about them. Just look at these fabulous hand-dyed colors! And with color names like "Pumpkin Patch," "Fisherman's Wharf," "Old Red Paint," "Black Crow," "Weathered Barn," and "Portabella," well, I'm just going to have to make a goal of designing enough patterns to make use of every single one of them.<br />
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They are all here, in stock, and are all now listed and available to order, so <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com/catalog.php?category=63&page=4" target="_blank">have fun checking 'em out at Hannah's PinKeep</a>.<br />
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On another note, I also decided today that offering a "Wholesale" option at Hannah's might be a nifty idea. After all, my fellow designers and retailers might just enjoy being able to order all the awesome supplies I'm stocking (and will soon be stocking) at Hannah's at some really great discounted prices... yes? I'm still working out all the particulars, but <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com/wholesale.php" target="_blank">feel free to submit the little application form</a> to start your account (visit the link, then click the "Apply Here" link), and I'll be back in touch with you just as soon as I have everything in order.<br />
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Happy Monday!<br />
JodiHannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-7444724473736842642011-11-05T12:09:00.000-07:002011-11-05T12:12:24.820-07:00Silk MatkaI recently received a shipment of some pieces of silk matka I ordered for my store, and I wanted to show you what I LOVE about this fabric. This photo shows the new pieces, before washing, on the right ... and a couple of pieces I had which have been laundered, on the left. Notice how the new matka is smooth and shiny, but the laundered matka takes on that wonderful faded, nubby look of a very old fabric? It looks like a fabric that might have been widely used hundreds of years ago!<br />
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I absolutely love silk matka! It's an amazing fabric to use for accenting <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com/catalog.php?category=71" target="_blank">stitched pieces</a>, or making ornies, dressing dolls, <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com/catalog.php?category=56" target="_blank">prairie bonnets</a>, or whatever else you can think of in the way of primitive accents.<br />
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I have silk matka available for purchase at Hannah's, <a href="http://www.hannahspinkeep.com/catalog.php?category=74" target="_blank">here</a>. And, although I only have a few colors listed thus far, I do have access to many other colors that would lend themselves beautifully to primitive decor. Just let me know if you'd care to see more! :-)Hannah's PinKeephttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02864022756758617063noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3996351618785495007.post-13219412529458556352011-10-27T17:29:00.000-07:002011-10-27T17:29:56.566-07:00The Return!I'm happy to announce that I've finally decided on my strategy for Hannah's! While I am still closing out all remaining patterns from other designers (many of which you'll find listed in the "Clearance" section, available at deep discounts, right now!) in favor of listing my own designs (I have 3 patterns out now, and many more on their way), I've also decided to reinstate many of the supply items from before, and to add some brand-spankin' new ones as well!<br />
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As of today, I'm in the process of re-listing most WoolFelt ® colors for sale in either full yards or fat quarters. I'm also part-way done listing assorted colors of silk matka. This is a fabulous fabric that starts out very smooth, almost like a shiny linen... the magic, however, happens when you wash your matka; it fades in color and develops a wonderful nubby texture, perfect for your primitive and old-time projects! Washed matka just has the look and feel of a very, very old fabric. Use it to make and/or accent all kinds of primitive and colonial style items; you'll LOVE the look!<br />
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I'm also going to re-list DMC flosses, but not all; only the very best of their rich, muted, earthy primitive colors. And, I'm starting accounts with The Gentle Art and Valdani, and I hope to offer their flosses soon as well.<br />
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I also placed an order today for another big batch of 100% linen evenweave fabrics for all your cross-stitch projects, both in 28 ct. and in 32 ct. I picked out some fabulous prim colors that are sure to please, and I can't wait to use some of these pieces as well! And, I'll be re-listing several quilt-shop-quality cotton fabrics soon; prints, homespun plaids, striped ticking, and solids!<br />
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The adorable black-matte finish needlework scissors, Love, and Putford, are back in stock, and I'll soon be adding another style called Fleur, that are equally as adorable. And, I'm still hoping to eventually add punch-needle and rug-making supplies and patterns as well.<br />
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I'd like to thank all of Hannah's friends for your patronage, support, and patience! Things are starting to come together again, and I hope that Hannah's PinKeep will become one of your very favorite online stores soon!<br />
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Happy Halloween,<br />
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