tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-51946592659917433792024-02-19T00:37:10.926-05:00LoisPearlA Whole Lot of HandmadeErinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12652028920954214081noreply@blogger.comBlogger169125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5194659265991743379.post-86606746088722783882015-01-01T07:00:00.000-05:002015-01-05T10:48:26.380-05:00Goodbye 2014!<div style="text-align: center;">
2014 has been a fun, wild, happy, amazing year for Lois Pearl. </div>
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Lois Pearl found favorite new shows to attend, moved into a designated studio and retail space, and met some really wonderful customers and friends along the way. </div>
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The women's clothing line has taken off. This is something that I never could have imagined. </div>
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Thank you.</div>
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Many of you chose to put your little ones in Lois Pearl for family photos, holidays, and vacations. Thank you.</div>
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To those of you who stopped by the studio to find gifts, chat a bit, or just way "hi". </div>
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I am blessed. I love what I do every day. You all make that possible. </div>
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From the bottom of my heart, big hugs and thank you!!</div>
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Here's to 2015. </div>
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May it hold lots of big happy moments!</div>
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Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12652028920954214081noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5194659265991743379.post-262075260597861562014-09-14T17:00:00.000-04:002014-09-14T17:00:02.076-04:00Moving forward!Do you remember where the name <a href="http://loispearl.blogspot.com/2013/08/whos-this-lois-pearl-lady-anyway-ive.html">Lois Pearl</a> originated? Naming my biz after my grandmother and great grandmother should tell you a lot about me.<br />
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I LOVE family<br />
I LOVE my hometown<br />
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Lois Pearl has been so blessed with opportunity this past year. After a long winter of working from home I realized that I was just too lonely all day! I will always choose to live in the country, but working out there by myself all day every day was not my style. <br />
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This extravert needs more interaction.<br />
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Our little town is going through a lot of change. There is a push to "bring back" downtown Yorktown, IN. This is my hometown. There is a gazebo here where my dad used to hang out after school. There is the family farmhouse where my grandmother (Lois) was born. There is the old bank building where my great-grandmother (Pearl) used to walk. <br />
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And as I type I'm listening to the church bells ring. The church where I went to preschool, and Hill & I were married.<br />
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My studio needs to be in this town. I need to be a part of this town.<br />
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So here's the big announcement. I've moved out, or up, or on. It's a great thing.<br />
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We've spent countless hours of the last month painting, cleaning, and organizing to get the space ready. Today I'm finally here. It feels like my first day at a new job. Fresh, clean, exciting. It's making me ever so happy!<br />
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Oh, and that bank that my great grandmother used to walk to? That's where I'm at. The Bank space!! It even has the coolest old vault inside!<br />
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I'll share pics of the finished studio soon. It's feels a bit empty now, but soon it will be filled with all sorts of pretty things, the sound of humming sewing machines, probably a little country music, and laughter! <br />
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I hope that you have a terrific week! I'm headed out to the <a href="http://www.countryliving.com/antiques/deals-at-country-living-fair-save-the-date#slide-9">Country Living Fair</a> in Columbus, OH for a girls weekend. I'll be sure to post pics for you next week!<br />
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<br />Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12652028920954214081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5194659265991743379.post-57789087702253437792014-04-04T07:59:00.000-04:002014-04-04T07:59:43.316-04:00Growing Season: Starting SeedsWe were shopping the home improvement stores last weekend and I found myself sucked in my the seed isle. The snow has finally melted in our world and spring is here! That means I'm ready to try my hand at growing something. <br />
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When I was growing up I can remember my Dad spontaneously bringing home seed starter kits. It meant that summer was on it's way. Green grass, tractors in the field, sunshine!<br />
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We picked up a kit, some starter soil, and several seed packets including dill, basil and our favorite little tomatoes.<br />
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The Bug had a great time scanning the QR codes on the back of all the packets.<br />
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The kiddos had a ball filling each little cell with soil. They then took turns choosing which seeds to plant. We had a great time comparing the different shapes and shades of seeds.<br />
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Update: We found a sunny spot on my sewing table for our little greenhouse, and after about 7 days our seeds have sprouted. Now if I can successfully transfer them to the garden in a couple of weeks it might be a miracle!Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12652028920954214081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5194659265991743379.post-58381213312738623262014-01-08T09:38:00.001-05:002014-01-08T09:38:46.098-05:00Snow Days (Part 1)The Polar Vortex hit Indiana hard last weekend. This snow loving girl didn't mind at all! There is nothing prettier than a hike along our river bottom in the snow. I can remember my parents bundling us up do the same thing when my brother and I were young! <br />
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These pictures were taken when the snow was falling and temperatures were around 32 F. Once the temps dropped below zero our pups only went outside for about a minute at a time. The bull got to come inside from the bitter cold to a nice warm stall filled with grain and hay. We're all looking forward to enjoying the balmy high today of 23! </div>
Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12652028920954214081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5194659265991743379.post-77366820227635290282013-09-12T08:24:00.001-04:002013-09-12T08:24:07.668-04:00Perks!<div style="text-align: center;">
I'll let you in on a little secret, there is a fantastic deal out there right now for <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/loispearl">Lois Pearl!</a> Check out <a href="http://www.getmyperks.com/deal/indianapolis/lois-pearl-designs">My Perks</a> for my deal and great offers from other local Indiana artisans. </div>
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When Joel Dewberry released his newest fabric line, it was love at first sight. The hardest part was narrowing my choices down to a few bolts! Add a splash of Amy Butler's big florals into the mix, and it made for a fun, spirited, and yet classic collection!<br />
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You can find even more great fall styles listed <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/loispearl">here</a> on the Lois Pearl Etsy page. All dresses are available in sizes 12 month to 8 years. These fabric combination can also be made as peasant dresses if you prefer sleeves.<br />
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Thanks so much for stopping in! More fun items will be making their debut in the coming weeks!<br />
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Who's this Lois Pearl lady anyway?</div>
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I've been so sporadic about blogging that I'm probably a stranger to anyone reading this. So, let's get to know one another a bit better. <br />
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1. I live in a small town in Central Indiana.<br />
2. I can see cattle from my kitchen window. This makes me ever so happy.<br />
3. Coffee is my best friend along with my two gray dogs.<br />
4. If you follow me on Twitter @lois_pearl you'll see lots of pictures of dogs and fabric.<br />
5. Some of my earliest memories are of watching my mom sew, and of sorting her scraps.<br />
6. Now while I sew, my little Evy sorts my scraps.<br />
7. We live "around the corner" from the farm that my family has lived on for 100 years.<br />
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8. If I cook something for you, and you like it, please don't ask me for a recipe. I probably didn't follow one.<br />
9. The majority of my sewing patterns were created by me. I don't like following patterns any more than I like following recipes!<br />
10. My sewing and furniture refinishing business has taken over our basement, affectionately named "The Sweatshop".<br />
11. I perfected my sewing skills during my 10 years in 4-H.<br />
12. Prior to taking on Lois Pearl full time, I sold locally raised beef & pork to restaurants.<br />
13. I love hiking on the farm with my gray dogs, Miller & Huckleberry.<br />
14. Both of our dogs are rescues. In our prior life we fostered both dogs and cats. <br />
15. Teal is my favorite color of the moment.<br />
16. Every home that I have lived in has a red front door.<br />
17. My favorite vacation spot is Frankfort, MI.<br />
18. I have 4 sewing machines. The newest addition is a gorgeous antique Singer.<br />
19. My kiddos are 3 & 5. The oldest just started Kindergarten in the same classroom where I attended.<br />
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20. My husband is a farm kid too. We met in college at a cattle show.<br />
21. We've been married 10 years.<br />
22. Lois Pearl is named for my grandmother & great-grandmother. It just has a nice sound to it.<br />
23. Homemade granola might be the world's most perfect food.<br />
24. Followed closely by my mom's chicken casserole.<br />
25. I love organizing things in ROYGBIV (rainbow) order.<br />
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Nice to meet you! If you enjoy pictures of the farm, sewing, and food, than we have a lot in common! I hope that you'll stop back soon!Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12652028920954214081noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5194659265991743379.post-79451644532608794312013-04-17T10:32:00.000-04:002013-04-17T10:38:45.862-04:00Preschool SundayThis little peanut loves color, ruffles, twirling, and pink!<br />
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So I shouldn't have been surprised when we came up with this combo. I told her that for her special "Preschool Sunday" program we would design a dress together. Here is a glimpse of our creation.<br />
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The straps are fully adjustable and pull through a buttonhole in the back. They tie up in the sweetest little bow!<br />
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Miss Evy also insisted that she needed coordinating ruffle pants. She chose this pink polka dot fabric. I love that it will go with so many of her other dresses and tees this summer.</div>
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I have a feeling that my little assistant and I will be working together quite a bit when her brother heads off to Kindergarten next year. It was such a treat to spend some extra time together. Hopefully she'll learn to love to sew just like her mama and grandma!<br />
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Pssst.....this super cute combo is just too good to keep to myself. It's available now in my Etsy shop! Just click <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/129647154/abigail-bow-dress-12m-18m-2t-3t-4t-5t-6t?">HERE</a>.Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12652028920954214081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5194659265991743379.post-68010117236944540102013-03-14T11:09:00.001-04:002013-03-14T11:09:05.108-04:00The Kitchen Reveal....finally!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
It's been a whirlwind 10 months for our family. Last Spring, we made the decision to move to my hometown. There was a beautiful country property adjacent to my parent's farm that we had the opportunity to buy. Hill and I have always said that our ideal home would be a ranch, with a walkout, in the country. Well....we got it!</div>
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We spent the summer working on the outside and after much planning....and replanning finally started remodeling the interior in October. Between kids, construction, and Lois Pearl I just haven't had time to blog about what we've been doing. Over the next couple of weeks I'll try to bring you up to speed!</div>
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First, we'll start with the kitchen. Here is what it looked like when the previous owner was still living in our home.</div>
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It was a "U" shaped galley style kitchen. Traffic in the home came in the back door and right through the main kitchen area.</div>
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The kitchen flowed into the Hearth Room and had an adjacent eating area. The back wall of the Hearth room had a bank of 3 large closets...and lots of paneling.</div>
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The wall that had been on the right just beyond the island was removed, along with a portion of the hallway ceiling. We now have a nice, open living concept. Perfect for entertaining!</div>
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I love that the microwave is hidden down low. Now the kids can make their own popcorn!</div>
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It's amazing what a difference removing the paneling and painting the ceiling, walls, and trim has made!</div>
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We owe a huge "Thank You" to Gary West at <a href="http://www.agreatkitchen.com/">Great Kitchen and Baths</a> in Muncie, IN for designing such a great family space for us. </div>
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It feels great to be in our "forever" home!</div>
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For The Bug's 5th birthday yesterday I told him that I had a day of surprises planned. He was so excited! We started off with lunch at our favorite spot, Jimmy Johns, and then headed just south of Indy to <a href="http://www.kelsayfarms.com/">Kelsay Farms</a> for a day of fun outside on the farm.</div>
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The kids were so excited when we pulled up and they saw this giant Bale Mountain. This is every kids dream!</div>
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We toured the milking parlor, where our wonderful friend, Amy, was giving the tour. Amy and her husband Joe have been great friends of ours ever since our Purdue years. One of my favorite things about our Indiana Ag friends is that no matter how much time passes, things always seem to stay the same. Amy, Joe, and their three children all work on the farm, along with the rest of their family . This year, the farm is celebrating an amazing 175th anniversary!</div>
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After the milking parlor we checked out the barn where the cows get to hang out. The kids thought it was so cool that the cows get to take naps on water beds!</div>
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One of my favorite parts of the farm was getting to see some of the babies. This sweet little calf named Sprinkles let the kiddos snuggle right up to it. She even sucked Nate's finger. He learned all about how calves don't have top teeth.</div>
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We made sure to check out the corn maze, and big and little tractors. It's amazing how BIG farm equipment is these days!</div>
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And that's it! Sounds simple huh? Now what should I quilt next?Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12652028920954214081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5194659265991743379.post-60858852005089104122012-10-10T13:33:00.001-04:002012-10-10T13:33:24.600-04:00Quilt for a CauseOne of my goals for 2012 was to complete my first "real" quilt. I've tackled baby quilts in the past, and cheated a bit on the binding. This year I felt like I needed to teach myself to make a true quilt, piece it, sandwich it, quilt it, and bind it all by my big girl self.<br />
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With so many shows over the past couple of weeks, I was ready for a little break from dresses, and it was the perfect time to tackle my quilt idea. My ever overflowing scrap bin was calling my name, so I set to digging for the perfect pattern combinations.<br />
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<br />Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12652028920954214081noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5194659265991743379.post-19074372185196624892012-09-06T21:55:00.000-04:002012-09-06T21:55:24.787-04:00Fall 2012 is Here!Thanks to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/laurenlewallenphotography">Lauren Lewallen Photography</a> we have beautiful pictures of the newest Lois Pearl pretties! We met at a local park and had such a good time playing dressup with four darling little ladies. They all walked away with apples, suckers, dresses and smiles! Lauren did such a great job of capturing not only the outfits by LP, but each little lady's personality too!<br />
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These two sisters could not be any more darling together. They had such fun playing dressup! My little dolls for the day. Their mommy, my good friend Kimberlee, has an amazing blog. It's all about crafting, cooking, and fun mommy stuff! Be sure to check out <a href="http://k-hangingonbyathread.blogspot.com/">Hanging on By a Thread</a>!</div>
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Layne's dress in this shot is a favorite if mine. It's just so feminine!</div>
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This one has her little model poses and smile down pat! Seriously, gorgeous!</div>
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Anyone who can get even a hint of a smile from Evy for a picture is a big winner! I'm might be a bit obsessed with this picture!</div>
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Check out these pretties and more in the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/loispearl">SHOP</a>! </div>
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We're all so excited for fall around here! Check back soon for a list of my fall shows!</div>
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The beautiful weather here has put me in the mood for a giveaway! </div>
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Head on over to my<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lois-Pearl-Designs/108007185949089"> facebook page</a>, and share for a chance to win a one-of-a-kind dress in these gorgeous designer prints!</div>
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It's becoming a family joke that I've always lived in a house with a red front door. According to the websites, red is supposed to represent warmth and vitality. Not a bad first impression for a home eh?</div>
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When we recently moved, this was the front door color.</div>
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I wonder what brown says about a home?</div>
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After debating on just the right shade a cheerful red, I had Hill remove the door hardware, and I got to work with the sander.</div>
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I used 150 grit sandpaper to remove any bumps or uneven places in the current paint. We discovered that the brown door had formerly been blue.</div>
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Then it was time to go red!</div>
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I love this cheerful pop of color when we come up our drive! </div>
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And a few rosettes and vintage buttons made for a quick and cheerful wreath to complete the look.</div>
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Last winter a someone brought a yummy baked oatmeal to our MOPS breakfast. I didn't think quick enough to find the source and ask for a recipe, and having been kicking myself ever since. It was the perfect balance of tart, sweet, fruity, and firm. Today, I decided to experiment a bit and found a winner!</div>
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My original recipe was based on this <a href="http://alwaysamrsforeverakidd.blogspot.com/2012/01/gluten-free-baked-oatmeal-casserole.html">Gluten Free Baked Oatmeal </a>by the <a href="http://alwaysamrsforeverakidd.blogspot.com/">Urban Nester</a>. Her version called for a lot of brown sugar as well as chocolate. I wanted to try to make a bit healthier version, and it's a hit!</div>
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Bake this dish the night before, and reheat throughout the week for a hearty breakfast option. If you prefer a sweeter alternative drizzle with honey.</div>
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Next time I think we may try some blueberries, strawberries and almonds. It would be wonderful with a side of fresh fruit or yogurt too!</div>
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Happy Rainy Day!!</div>Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12652028920954214081noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5194659265991743379.post-2993220083996034462012-07-23T10:34:00.000-04:002012-07-23T10:34:26.708-04:00Pure Michigan!I love nothing more than spending time as a family digging in the sand & staring at clear blue water. We made a quick trip to the lake last weekend, and I thought that I'd share a few quick photos with you!<br />
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My kiddos are so fortunate. They are the 5th generation of my family to enjoy summers in Michigan. The clear water, white sand, cool breezes, and charming towns make it the perfect summer destination!</div>
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And today I'm back to the real world. Tackling piles of laundry, cleaning, planning some food preservation, and dreaming up what to create with this. </div>
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Now that I'm "all grown up" I love working in the garden. We are so lucky that despite this year's drought, Grandpa Stewart's garden is more beautiful than ever.<br />
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One of our favorite garden treats is beets! Don't underestimate this delicious veggie. We love to eat them boiled. Out other favorite method of prep? Pickled of course!<br />
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Here are a few pictures from our recent Beet Day!<br />
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Here's another great way to enjoy beets, a <span style="background-color: white;"><u>Beet & Goat Cheese Salad</u>!</span></div>
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Boiled beets, cooled and sliced</div>
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Drizzle the balsamic over the beets and top with cheese & walnuts. It's a great on it's own or atop a bet of fresh spring greens!</div>
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What's your favorite garden veggie? We'll soon be working on canning tomatoes, green beans and pickles too!</div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">Thank you so much to everyone who took the time to look, read, follow and share! The blog and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lois-Pearl-Designs/108007185949089">Facebook</a> have had so many wonderfully kind comments this week...I'm feelin' the love!</span></div>
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Here are the winners, in the order they were drawn.</div>
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<b>#1 Sara K.</b></div>
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Congratulations! </div>
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I'll be contacting you in the order your names were drawn. Packages will be mailed tomorrow in order to arrive by the holiday!</div>
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How will you all be spending the 4th? We'll be missing our little town's fireworks on Saturday, but we're heading to a wonderful wedding! Hill's baby brother is getting married to the greatest girl, and we are all so excited! What a great way to spend the weekend, surrounded by family! </div>Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12652028920954214081noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5194659265991743379.post-44217021693445624652012-06-25T11:28:00.002-04:002012-06-25T11:28:56.858-04:00A Big Weekend, and a Giveaway!This was our second year in a row to participate in the <a href="http://www.fishersfreedomfestival.org/">Fishers Freedom Festival.</a> I was lucky enough to share a booth with my great friend Helen, from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Midtown-Chic-Boutique/187915747935036">Midtown Chic Boutique</a>. We always have such a terrific time together. It's really a mini-vacation for us to spend a couple of days together, catch up with old friends, and play dress-up with some of the cutest little girls ever!<br />
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The Freedom Festival celebrates our great country, and the 4th of July in particular. All the patriotism this weekend (and cute kids wearing red, white & blue), has put me in the mood for a <u>giveaway</u>!<br />
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Here are the goodies up for grabs!</div>
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<b>One-of-a-kind Knot Dress, Size 2T </b></div>
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We will draw 3 winners on Wednesday of this week! Items will be mailed on Thursday via Priority Mail in order to arrive by the 4th!<br />
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"Like" <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lois-Pearl-Designs/108007185949089">Lois Pearl on FB</a>!!</div>
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Please leave a comment on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lois-Pearl-Designs/108007185949089">Facebook</a> or on the blog for each activity you complete! Winners will get to choose their item based on the order their names are drawn.<br />
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Best of luck and happy 4th!Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12652028920954214081noreply@blogger.com26tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5194659265991743379.post-45543339728987943552012-06-22T10:06:00.001-04:002012-06-22T22:25:36.333-04:00An Update....finally!Has it really been over a month (ok, a bit more than that even) since my last post? <span style="background-color: white;">If you are sticking with me and reading this thank you!</span><br />
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This past month has been a whirl-wind for us.</div>
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1 big move to the country</div>
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The property that we moved to was built in 1963 by Dr. & Mrs. Jack Walker. They raised a happy family 4 children here. Now, we are so very blessed to have the opportunity to raise our little family in this beautiful place.<br />
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Here is the view from the house to the main road. The drive is lined in gorgeous knarly Black Locusts.</div>
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The first order of business upon moving was for the men to assemble the new swing set, which overlooks the hill along the river. The Bug & Hill did the project entirely on their own!</div>
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My first order of business was ripping out the green outdoor carpet that lined the basement floor. Yuck! The poor trash man thankfully hauled it all away. The floors & walls have all been bleached, and this is where my new studio now resides. </div>
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Hill & I both grew up in the country on farms, and are so excited to have the opportunity to raise our children that same way. We're just country folk at heart!</div>
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I've been spending loads of time in my new "sweat shop" and I have been creating dozens of dresses for my recent shows. The last in my series of 4 shows is this weekend!</div>
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If you are in the Fishers area come out and see us! <a href="http://www.loispearl.etsy.com/">Lois Pearl</a> will be sharing a booth with our great friend, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Midtown-Chic-Boutique/187915747935036">Midtown Chic Boutique</a>. We'll be in booth 135 between the playground and food vendors on the south side!</div>
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Taggy Monsters & Blankets</div>
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Now that we're settled, I promise to stay in touch more regularly! </div>
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Jordan is just learning to sew. She decided that an apron would be a great first big project. After making a run to my parents' farm for dinner and digging through Nana's old aprons, we had a style that was perfect.<br />
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A few ripped stitches, and several rounds of rethreading her machine (we all do this) later, she had an original, beautiful, feminine apron!<br />
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Her fabric vintage inspired fabric choices were perfect for this style! Don't you love the button detail at the neck?</div>
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She mastered so many techniques in just this one project! </div>
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How lucky am I that I have a beautiful SIL, who likes me enough to hang out in an empty house in the country sewing away?</div>Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12652028920954214081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5194659265991743379.post-81459452904843572892012-04-19T12:20:00.000-04:002012-04-27T12:55:41.991-04:00The Perfect TopDuring my rounds of craft shows and art fairs, I receive more compliments on this little style than any other.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">The Reversible Pinafore Top/Tunic</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">It really might be the perfect top for your little lady.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Great with layers underneath in cold weather.</div><div style="text-align: center;">Great on it's own in warm weather.</div><div style="text-align: center;">Fully reversible....2 tops in one!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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I found this spunky orange and pink pig print and whipped up 2 pinafore tops for The Peanut and her cousin. They'll be the cutest girls in the crowd at the county fair hog show this summer!<br />
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Several pinafore tops are available in my<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/loispearl"> Lois Pearl etsy shop</a>. Have a specific color or size in mind? I'd love to create a custom top just for you!<br />
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</i>Erinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12652028920954214081noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5194659265991743379.post-84623113087937348392012-04-11T21:54:00.000-04:002012-04-11T21:54:16.135-04:00Where did the 80's go?We had a crazy warm March here in Indiana, which today left us wondering, where did the 80 degree weather go?<br />
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The kids were beyond excited for a day at the zoo today. Being the super-organizing mom that I am (insert extreme sarcasm here), I had their clothes laid out last night. Lots of layers and warm stuff.<br />
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The Peanut had other ideas when she woke up this morning. She found a stack of new <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lois-Pearl-Designs/108007185949089">Lois Pearl </a>items that I had been working on last night, and promptly declared that this <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/96998195/happy-twirl-skirt-34">skirt </a>was HERS! She put it on over her fleece lined jeans and sported that happy twirly skirt all day. <br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">I present to you....Evy Style!</div><br />
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