Monday, October 28, 2013

company and a busy weekend!

peekaboo
so a few months ago, I received a message from my friend Marlene who Ive known in blogland for probably 5 years or so.  she asked if she could come visit and if I would teach her to needlefelt.   so of course I said yes!
at the lake
plans were made and the months passed by, and suddenly it was time for her to come.  she took a bus all the way from New Jersey!  Quite honestly, I feel honored that she would want to travel two whole days just to spend a few hours with me. 
marlenegetting tired!
Her bus arrived Friday afternoon a little before 5:00, we whisked her off from the Rochester bus terminal for another hour of riding in a car to the big town of Medina for Pizza and wings.  Main St Medina was totally packed with kids out for beggars night.  Its sort of like a pre trick or treating night when the kids hit all the area businesses!  way toooo busy!  anyways, a quick dinner with Marlene, my friend Sandy and my daughter and torry pie, then off we went to see the musical Les Mis.  what a great show!
needlefelting
we got home late, had coffee, tea and applecrisp then off to lalaland!  On I taught Marlene how to needlefelt.  she made acorns, a pumpkin, a candycorn doll and an owl!  she caught on very quickly.  In the afternoon we took a little break and went for a drive to a craft antigue co-op and to the lake.  then home for lasagna and salad and another visit with bethany and torry pie.  Torry pie just loved Marlene, which is interesting because he takes a long time to warm up to most people.
Getting her back to the bus terminal was a little hectic the next morning.  we had to leave my house at 6:00 am, but my battery was dead in my car!  had to wait for hubby to get up and jump it.. then once on the expressway, the route we needed to take was closed! but we got there with 15 minutes to spare.  In fact the bus was sitting there, and she got right on it!   such a long trip just to visit me!  but we had a fun visit and she said it was worth it! lol! 
meow
sunday I laid low and played in my craft room  I made this little kitty and painted the orange pumpkin.    I think Im done with halloween creating now..   Christmas is really starting to creep into my head now! LOL!
fall kitten
speaking of christmas, stay tuned!  Im going to host a challenge.. not a swap.  but an elf challenge!  I'll post more about it soon! 
smiling faces
Thats all for now folks.. Ive got the itchies.. and Im tired and heading to the couch! 
toodles! 
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21 comments:

Musings from Kim K. said...

What a full weekend. Darling pictures of your special creations. I'm sure Marlene had a fabulous time. Josie and I finished up her pumpkin for her school contest this evening. Her pumpkin has a kitty theme. I'm officially ready to start thinking about another holiday. Can't wait to read more about your elf challenge.

Lutka And Co. said...

How fun! Wish I lived near you :) That black kitty is so cute! You are very talented!

laurie -magpie ethel said...

Glad you had a fun visit with Marlene..and what a long bus ride to take! Always fun to meet a blogland pal.

Scrap for Joy said...

Lucky Marlene! I'm sure you both had a blast! It's so much fun to meet blog friends! You know I met Sandy (521 Lake St) several years ago in Arizona. We had lots of fun that day!
Happy Halloween, Viv!
xoxo
Joyce

Cindy said...

Sounds like so much fun! What a treat to meet new friends like that - well, I guess old blog friends!
Interested to hear about your challenge:)

NanaDiana said...

How wonderful to have a friend come visit like that. It was so nice of you to teach her how to make the felted things. Love the picture of you guys and it sounds like you had a ball. Glad you got a little rest on Sunday- xo Diana

Perfectly Printed said...

I can understand why someone would travel two days to learn crafting from you! You are one creative lady and from your posts you can tell you don't mind sharing your talents!!! Sounds like so much fun!! Can't wait to see what your Elf challenge is!

Theresa said...

What a sweet friend to travel that distance! I love that sweet kitty:) Enjoy your day dear friend, BIG HUGS!

GARAGE SALE GAL said...

WOW! That is something for Marlene to travel to see you and learn to make the darling felt treasures!
Good for her and very fun to learn from the felt master!
Hmmm...elf challenge!!??
Warmly,
deb

Japolina said...

How fun. I love the stuff you two made!

~Damita's Pretty Wrap~ said...

What a fun filled weekend!! Your black kitty is so cute! Elf Challenge, sounds interesting! Hope you have a great week! xo Holly

Grace said...

what treasures you made! I can't wait to see what u make for Christmas and what the Elf challange is!! Grace xoox

Debby said...

Oh, be still my heart.....that little owl is adorable.
What fun you must have had. Did she only stay one night. If so you sure packed it full.
You are a busy one for sure.

Lisa said...

Sounds like a fun weekend! I would totally travel all the way to your place to have a fun crafty weekend. :)
I can't wait to hear about the Elf Challenge. Hmmm....

Holly Loves Art said...

So very happy you're having fun! Friendship, Fall and Halloween!! All wonderful! Thanks for dropping by Viv. Always so nice to see you. xo

KJ@letsgoflyakite said...

Viv, how amazing to have a craft weekend and Les Mis with a blog friend. The needle felt projects are so lovely, you are the best teacher.

ginny said...

What a fun time you both had.So generous of you to teach a friend.Love what you all made and the inspiration it gives me.

mIzZ (hONeY) bEe aka Marlene said...

Laurie, the trip was sure worth it... Vivian is one of the sweetest gals and a great teacher! Plus an awesome artist! I would love to visit her and her family again, I truly had a blast... Torry Pie is the cutest little guy... Can't wait to start making more needle felt wee littles... Now one day I'll have to come out and visit you, that would bee a verrryyyyy long bus ride .... ;O)

mIzZ (hONeY) bEe aka Marlene said...

Vivian, I had the BEST time.... It truly was worth it... You are the hostess with the mostess... Thanks for the laughter, great food, teaching me, and great memories... Hoping to come back for a longer visit... ;O) xox

mIzZ (hONeY) bEe aka Marlene said...

I most definitely had a blast Joyce! Vivian is one special l& talented lady... I was blessed to spend some time with her... ;O)

mIzZ (hONeY) bEe aka Marlene said...

Cannot wait 4 the mAgIc 4 the "Elf Challenge".... Toodles noodles ;O)