Still enjoying the 1800's

We are headed to the Cabin.

for some much needed rest and relaxation.
 No phones, no electricity, no mail.
Just my peaceful cabin walls
 softly speaking of days long ago.
Smoky smell of a fire in the stove
Crisp morning mountain air
Quiet moonlight evenings

 Goods for the Cabin

I could not go to the cabin and not take some old stuff.
I found this amazing table with drawer,
I think it might have been a desk.
Sanded off the rough edges and gave it a coat of "Old English"

 This sweet shaker chair will be perfect to sit on
while sipping afternoon tea.

Now, this is my cup of tea~~~~

Baskets, Vermont Sugar Bucket, Candle Lantern, Peg Rack

A makeover shelf for my kitchen
Always have room for one more Prim shelf

Make do Greeting to hang outside the door
Prim 1776 flag mounted on an original
 board from the cabin.

Some New Duds
I could not go without a new outfit....
I stitched up a simple work day dress with pinner apron.

Dress is burgundy, collar and sleeve trim
is from a Civil War Era fabric, cream and burgundy.
I added cream piping along the collar edge.
Buttons down the front, a leather belt completes this simple dress.

My pinner apron is made of  homespun plaid fabric,
brown, black, cream and a fine touch of burgundy.
The apron completely surrounds the dress,
except for about 4 inches in the back
closes with a buttoned extension.
I am wearing a petticoat under slip that I made a few years back,
no hoop slip with this dress~~~~

Looking forward to leaving the heat of Missouri
98 again today
in exchange for the cool mountain air of Colorado.

I will share this year's trip with you all upon our return.
Tell then, Blessings Everyone

                           Connie