Just seeing their yellow heads peeking out from the blades of grass would bring a smile to my face.
I'd sing and dance for hours in seemingly endless fields of Dandelions.
that were softly blown into the winds with hopes of being fulfilled.
I'd searched for the perfect bouquet to
She would arrange her special delivery of Dandelions in a beautiful vase.
I grew up (got old).
Those dainty yellow blossom went from being a precious flower to...
a weed packin' HISTAMINE!!!
There's no "DANDY" left in Dandelion.No scent of my childhood friend... who I frolicked hours with.
Now...visions of my favored (past) yellow friend are blurred and inflamed!
Keep those histamines at bay.
I do enjoy singing and riding it while I mow down those " Lions."
(frame is optional)
What You'll Need
- 2 pieces of cork, each 16 inches square
- 16-inch square foam core
- Craft glue
- 20-inch square quilt batting, 1/2 inch thick
- 20-inch square cotton fabric
- Hot-temperature glue gun and glue sticks
- 6 yards satin or grosgrain ribbon, 1/2 inch wide
- Scissors
- Tape measure
- 15 to 18 matching buttons or coordinating fabric covered buttons)
- Matching threadand needle
1. Use craft heavy duty glue to attach cork piece to foam, and let dry. Glue second cork piece on top of first; let dry.
2. Place batting over board so 2 inches hangs over on each side. Hot glue batting edges to back of board, making sure it is straight and lies smooth. Put fabric over batting, and secure in same manner as batting.
3. Starting in bottom left corner, stretch piece of ribbon diagonally over board. Let last 2 inches of each ribbon wrap around back of board. Hot glue ends in place. Continue attaching ribbon, moving up board diagonally and spacing each ribbon 4 inches apart. When completed diagonally in 1 direction, attach ribbon in opposite diagonal direction to create a checkerboard effect.
4. Create the *tuft* by passing the threaded needle with button through at regular intervals over the ribbon intersection. It may be easier to sew the tuft without the button. Then positioning the button over the indentation, hot glue in place. Repeat at all ribbon intersections.
Comments
TTFN ~ Marydon
XO,
Sheila :-)
Thankfully the Kit-tah, her highness is "safe".
Great post.
Glad you know what makes you sneeze!
No more dandy L's for SS!!
xox
I can only imagine how cute you must have been on American Bandstand. The kids who danced in the late 50's were my idols. Pat, Justine, Bob and all those faces I remember but whose names I can't recall.
Thanks for the memo board lesson, I need to make a note of that.
Enjoyed it all,
Candy
I, too, have had childhood fun with these little yellow flowers...and with my kids and grands..they loved to blow and make a wish...then...THEY all became allergic, too. :O(
Lovely message boards!!!
They look pretty but are a pest!
Those message boards are great.
I made my first one recently...I would change some things next time but I am happy with it.
I haveyour Cards and bits that came in my Goodies from you on there.
Carrie
Justine :o )
I believe God made dandelions just for little kids to be able to create special bouquets for their mamas.
Very cute post.
Nola
I just read the sweet note that you left for me about my new pink china...thank you so much for coming by and for the sweet compliments!!! Ohhhh noooo...I'm so sorry that you missed out on getting your blush pink dishes at Easter...how disappointing!!! Oh well, that just means that there are some better ones out there waiting for you, my friend!!! Oh yes, check out ebay...there are so many pretty dishes on there and you can really get some great bargains if you watch!!!
Well my friend, it sounds like you're having allergy problems...I'm so sorry! I suffer from allergies also and it's NO FUN!!! I sure did enjoy all of your pretty photos and even the dandilions were beautiful! I loved your pretty vase full of lilacs...ooohhh so beautiful!!!
Warmest wishes,
Chari
The Raggedy Girl
Thanks for dropping by my blog and for the sweet comment. I love this post, especially the pic of the lady with the toilet paper holder on her head. That could be me! As I scrolled down, I realized you're the one with the incredible sugar cubes! My sister and I were oohing and aahing over them when I first saw them. I'd like to try them at one of my tea parties.Please let me know when you have more tea party ideas. I love all things tea! I'll be following you so I could keep in touch. Have a great Sunday!
Katherine
I used to love to catch the bees on the dandelions in jars!
Thanks for the directions too!
Have a Blessed week with no allergies!
Smiles,
Sherry
those message boards are so cute, my DIL makes them
Oh, I love the memo board and would like to make one someday!
No, I haven't heard of that TV show! Sounds kinda sad, doesn't it?
Thanks for popping in to see me and
be a sweetie,
Shelia :)
I'm sorry your allergies are acting up, but it does make for a cute and funny post LOL I hope you feel better soon!!
xo,
rue
I am still finding my way around blogland....I always love making new friends..I am posting about Disney so hope you will stop by. Commenting automatically puts you in the drawing for the June giveaway.
Justine :o )
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Hugs,
Sheri
Sandy xox
ps: mr hubby enjoyed your post too:)