Tuesday's Tutorial

Well, last Tuesday when we got together for "Tuesday's Tutorial" we made Shoo Fly Covers...and WOW were those a huge hit with all of you! I know that alot you got your materials and started on them right away! I do apologize to some of you who did not get to making them right away and since then the tutorial has been removed. But, you will see this again in the Summer 2009 Mercantile Gatherings Magazine. So, make sure you grab a copy...not only for the tutorial but you will LOVE this magazine!


This is what brings me to today's project! I know EVERYONE is now making Pantry Cakes to display under their Shoo Fly Covers. If you google "Pantry Cakes" you will find atleast a dozen recipes on how to make them.


I wanted to make a few for myself as well. So, off I was looking for a quick & easy recipe! Well, I have to say....most of the recipes were pretty much the same ingredients, give or take a few ingredients. But, the one thing that was similiar with all of these recipes was HOURS OF BAKING THEM TO DRY!!!! Sorry, I don't have hours to bake or do I want to use that much electric or gas in my oven for a few Pantry Cakes!


Well, most of you that know me by now know I AM THE MOST IMPATIENT CRAFTER THERE IS!!! I DO NOT like projects that take hours to complete from start to finish! That is probably why I don't quilt, because I would want my quilt done in one day!


So, this is what brings me to today's Quick & Easy project. I would like to say that I DO NOT have any step-by-step pictures for this tutorial, I did, but my flash stick that I had all my patterns & pictures on got broken! But, this is done in similiar steps like my Eternal Grubby Candle was a few months back. Very simple and easy to do, just follow the instructions below. Hope you enjoy!

Faux Pantry Cakes

Supplies:

*Small Cake mold (can use vintage, silicone, jello or small cake molds for this)

*Cooking spray or Candle Release Spray

*Plaster of Paris

*Disposable Plastic Cup

*Wooden Popsicle Stick

*Wax or Freezer Paper

*Brown Craft Paint

*Mod Podge

*Spices like Cinnamon, Ginger, All Spice, or Nutmeg

Directions:

First, we are going to take your Pantry Cake Mold and spray lightly with either Cooking Spray or Candle Release Spray.

Now, let's take your Plaster of Paris and mix it up in your plastic cup using your popsicle stick. You will want the consistency of pancake batter; not too thick and not too thin.

Pour your Plaster of Paris into your Mold. Let set for about and 1/2 hour to one hour. You will know when your mold is ready to "release" when you touch your Plaster and it is "cool" to the touch.

Now, turn your mold over onto Wax/Freezer paper and lightly tap your Plaster out of your mold. You might need to tap it several times, but it will release.

Let your Cake air dry now for another hour to "set" and harden.

Now, we are ready to now make your "Faux" Pantry Cakes look real!

First, lets start by taking your Cake and completely painting it with your Brown Craft Paint. You will want to paint the top and bottom. This dries quickly, but you can always speed up the drying process with a hairdryer!

Second, you will take your Mod Podge and put a nice light coat all over your Cake; you will not need to do the bottom this time.

While your Mod Podge is wet, take and sprinkle your Cake with your Spice of choice or a combination of several of them.

Lightly tap off excess. Let dry for about 10-15 minutes; again you can speed up this process with a blowdryer!

We are going to Repeat again with a light coat of Mod Podge & Spices; lightly tapping off excess again. Set aside & let dry! That's it....you are done! Wasn't that much quicker?!

Don't these look real?! I love them! Yes, they are solid little buggers...And I guarantee these Bad Boys will be around for years to come like a family Fruit Cake passed on from Christmas to Christmas!!!!

Now, place a few under your Shoo Fly Cover, in basket lined with homespun, or on a wooden bread board like they are waiting for someone to enjoy them!

***I DO HAVE 11 SETS OF THESE VINTAGE MOLDS FOR SALE IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED...THE COST IS $4.00 + 3.00 SHIPPING. THEY ARE APPROXIMATELY 4" & 2 1/2" IN DIAMETER. IF INTERESTED EMAIL ME....FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE!!!

Mason Jar Monday

Don't you just love the thought of "Days Gone By"?! Couldn't you just imagine yourself sitting on an Olde Farmhouse Porch looking out into a field full of wheat blowing gently in the breeze, while the sun is just about to set in the distance?! Oh, how wonderful that would be! I could just see the chickens cross the front lawn pecking at the ground, while the kids are chasing a few in the distance to see who could catch one first! Although I have always been a city girl, this is how I truely would live if I could! However, I still love my front porch as it seems this is where most of my Summer entertaining or gathering with friends takes place.

If you are like me, I love to treat my porch as another room of my home. I love to decorate it with little vignettes, comfortable seating, and have the soft glow of lighting. I think creating a warm & cozy outdoor space reflects the comfort that is waiting within the front doors!

That is what brought me to creating this wonderful little lamp! This is perfect for that cozy lighting in the corner or among some of your Primitive Outdoor Decor. Hope you enjoy!

Chicken Feeder Light

supplies:
*Tin Chicken Feeder (can purchase at any feed supply store including Tractor Supply)
*Quart Sized Mason Jar
*5" Candle Clip Light
*Silicone Bulb
*E6000 Glue (found at Walmart or craft supply stores)
*Optional supplies: Rosehips, Pip Berry Candlering, Spanish Moss, Flat Paint Spray Paint, etc.

Directions:
First we are going to need to take you Chicken Feeder Base apart. This is very easy. I just took a butter knife and inserted it underneath, where it comes together, and just popped it apart. Now, I did paint my Feeder Base in a Flat Black Spray Paint, but you do not have to.



Next, we are going to take our Electric Candle and tear off the bottom Felt covering.

Now, apply your E6000 Glue all around the Candle bottom, you do not need a lot, and center it on the bottom part of your Feeder Base. Let dry atleast an hour to make sure it is really secure.




We are going to put back together your Feeder Base. You will need to now thread your cord through one of the feeder holes and snap your feeder top back on.

Add you Silicone Bulb, place your Mason Jar over top the Candlestick into the Jar "cradle" and push down firmly to lock it in. That's it!!! How easy was that to create a Mason Jar light?! No drilling or clipping wires!

Now, I like to dress up my Chicken Feeder Light some and I do this by adding some Rosehips inside the Chicken Feeder Base and placing a Pip Berry Candle Ring around it! But, you could also add Spanish Moss inside the Feeder Base holes too and maybe stick a few sunflowers in the openings! Have fun with it, change it out with the seasons!

Also, this would be wonderful sitting on a Stovetop Cover or a kitchen countertop! Or how about a small boys bedroom using it as a night light?! This really is a versatile piece.

I set mine inside an Olde Crate on the front porch with a few Paper Mache Eggs and some Vintage Milk Bottles. Just that perfect little lighting for my front porch gathering with friends!

"Stitchin' the Day Away!" Sunday

Thought you might enjoy these! These were some tags that I did a few years ago. You can stitch them as tags or enlarge a specific images in a photo editing program (like photobucket) and do just one at a time and frame. These make cute little 4x6 stitcheries!



All you need to do is right click on the image below and save to your computer. Have fun!

Laundry Room Swap Goodies & Another Birthday!

First, I wanna give everyone who is participating in the "Laundry Room Swap" a friendly reminder that your swaps should be going postal in a few days!!! So, hurry~hurry~hurry if you are not finished yet! Deadline is March 31st to be postal!



Now, on with my goodies! Since we had an uneven amount of swappers this time I had two partners....yeah, lucky me! hehehehehehehe



Well, one of my partners was Cathy over at http://tolentreasures.blogspot.com/. This is what she had sent me for the Swap! OMG!!! Aren't they gorgeous?! I love everything and her painting is just AWESOME! Thanks Cathy, you made my day and my Laundry Room more fun to be in!

These are handpainted painted blocks

This is a large pix (10x16)...don't you just love that little stuffed bunny hanging to dry?!

Here is a washboard that is 2-sided! Love that idea!

The other side Frosty is hanging out his mittens, scarf & socks to dry! Love this for Winter time!

I am going to be having another swap coming soon if you missed this one and now wish you would have joined! LOL So, be watching for it sometime next month!

I would also like to wish my daughter......

Happy 14th Birthday Autumn!!!!

"Feast On!" Friday

Another great Recipe from an Amish Cookbook that I have. This one is great for early family breakfast because it is made the night before! Enjoy!

Breakfast Casserole

Ingredients:

• 6 slices of bread
• 1/4 to 1/2 cup butter
• 1 1/2 pound sausage, ham or bacon
• 1 1/2 cups shredded chedder cheese
• 6 eggs
• 3 cups milk
• 1 tsp. salt
• Optional: Shredded Potatoes or Hash Browns

Directions:

Spread butter on bread. Arrange in greased 9x13" baking dish. Brown sausage and drain well in colander. Spoon over bread slices and sprinkle with cheese. Combine eggs, milk, and salt; mix well. Pour over cheese and refrigerate overnight. The next morning, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bake for 45 minutes or until set. Add Shredded potatoes or hash browns on top if desired before cooking.

Thursday's "Tip of the Day!"

Here is a great tip if you are wanting to have that "Old" look of paint!

"Old Globby Paint Trick"

Want that Olde Globby look of paint that seems it has been around forever?! Then just add some household flour to your paint! It will give it that thick globby texture that looks like it has been there for years! The consistancy depends on you! A little for a little effect or a lot for that muliple layers of paint look! You decide! Just remember, this will take alot longer than normal to dry compared to regular paint. So, I usually do his at night before bed and let dry all night long!

"Wood'n It Be Nice?!" Wednesday

I just love today's project. I have been wanting to make one of these candle holders for quite some time now, so I decided that I have waited long enough! It turned out so well, I just might make another one! This is another very easy project that even a beginner can do it! Remember you CAN have all your wood cut for you at your local Lumber Supply Store. Hope you enjoy!

"Adjustable Shaker Style Candle holder"

Supplies:

*1 x 3 board cut to 26" long

*1 x 2 board cut to 7 1/2" long

*2 pieces of 1 x 2 board cut to 5 1/2" long

*1 x 6 board cut to 6" long

*Nails (at least 1 1/4" long)

*Wood Glue

*Sander

*Craft Paint (I chose Black & Colonial Blue)

*Minwax Stain in Dark Walnut

*1" Spade Bit

*Cordless Drill

*Matte Finishing Spray

*Rubber Gloves

*Foam Brushes

Directions:

First, you will need to have all your wood pieces cut to size at your local lumber yard.

Now, we are going to first assemble the "candle base". We will do this by putting your sides on first. So, take your 5 1/2" pieces and nail them on the sides, you will first need to run a small bead of glue on the side, this just helps to really adhere it. Do both sides, glue first, then nail them on. It is hard to see in some of the pictures, but I did cut a small angle on my side fronts. You do not have to do this, I just chose that look for mine.

Next, we are going to attach the back. Take your 7 1/2" piece and repeat the same as the sides; glue first, then nail on.

Now, we are going to drill the "adjustable" holes into the long handle part of the candle holder. Take your 26" piece now and about 2-3" down from the top drill your first hole with your 1" Spade Bit. Repeat this process for the next 3 holes until you have made 4 holes total. Take you time and let the drill do the work! I am not a patient person, but this is something you need to be patient with and let the drill do the work!

Now, let's attach the long handle. Center your handle on your base and attach. Remember, glue first then nail your piece together.

This is what your piece should like now! Ready to finish?!

Now, I did sand this one first before painting. I usually don't, but I really wanted to round out the edges like it might have been a really used piece at one time!

Let's Basecoat our piece now! If you are just wanting to stain it, then do that now! I am using a black basecoat. Let dry completely.

Now, apply your topcoat color. I am using a colonial blue; let dry completely.

Once the topcoat has dried completely, take your sander and sand away! I like to hit all the edges and sand away paint where normal "wear" would take place over the years.

Next, let's darken & age that paint color. We will do this by taking our Walnut Stain and completely covering our candle holder, making sure to get the crevices! This is messy, so gloves are in order for this process!

Take an old rag and wipe off all your stain.....Instant Age! Now, spray your project completely with your Matte Finishing Spray.

Take your Candle holder, hang from a peg rack and enjoy! If you want, you can take a 2" Paneling Nail and hammer it up through the bottom of the base, so you can then stick your candle onto it to secure. You can also add a "front" ledge to your candle holder if you choose, just have another 7 1/2" 1x2 cut and nail it to the front! Hope you enjoy!!!

Mason Jar Monday & Stitchery Pattern!

Well, I figured out how to work that doggone scanner on my computer! Geez, that was a workout for me this morning! hehehehehehehehehe So, here is yesterday's "Stitchin' the Day Away!" Sunday pattern on Monday! LOL

Now, for Mason Jar Monday! This is just a cute little everyday arrangement that I have sitting on my sidetable. Hope you enjoy!

Rusty Mason Jar with Sweet Annie

Supplies:

*Mason Jar

*Mod Podge

*Cinnamon

*Clear Finishing Spray

*Paint or Foam Brush

*Piece of Grungy Homespun or Cheesecloth (just stain with tea or coffee)

*Bunch of Preserved Sweet Annie (you can purchase this on the internet from many suppliers)

Directions:

First, we need to "Rust" your Mason Jar. Do this by applying Mod Podge all over your Jar. Now Sprinkle with Cinnamon. Lightly tap off excess. Let dry for about a 1/2 hour. Spray Jar completely with Clear Finishing Spray. Let dry additional 15 minutes.

Take your Gathered Bunch of Sweet Annie, place inside of jar. Tie a piece of grungy Homespun or Cheesecloth around the neck. Now, enjoy the wonderful fragrance of your Sweet Annie in your Rusty Mason Jar!

"Stitchin the Day Away!" Sunday

First, let me say..."I am so sorry that I don't have a stitching pattern for you today". I switched my scanner from my hubbies laptop to my computer, and I can't get it to scan!!! "Ugh, Technology Sometimes!!!" I am going to try and get it working tomorrow, since I am already at work for the evening. I will post it then for all of you!



Now, onto to some wonderful news (atleast I think so...LOL)!!! I have been asked to join Mercantile Magazine !!! I know some of you are familiar with this Wonderful, Primitive Magazine...but for some of you who aren't, here is the link to check it out for yourself http://mercantilegatherings.com/shop/ .



This magazine comes out four times a year, Spring-Summer-Fall-Winter. I will be joining them starting this Summer 2009 with a new article/column being added to the Magazine called "Mercantile Makeover Miser"! Yep, being a cheapskate finally has paid off....LOL! I will be taking your everyday items and making them into something new, while showing you how to make them as well! Kinda just like I do here, but this will be a never seen before item we will do! I have had alot of you email me asking about my "Shoo Fly Screen Cover" tutorial here. It will also be in the Summer 2009 issue, so if you missed it here, please be sure and pick up your copy for the instructions once again!

I also would like to announce that I have 2 projects coming in the Fall 2009 issue of Create & Decorate Magazine! I will let you know more about these later this Summer!

"$5 & Under!" Friday

Well, today's project is one that I hope you enjoy! I know that at one time or another, each of us have probably owned one of those "Knife Block" holders for our countertops. If you are like me, you still do!!! I just have to have my knives sitting out for easy reach when I need one! Yeah, something I am sure that my mother has handed down to me....LOL. As I know she still has one proudly sitting on her countertop!



Well, being an avid Thrift Shoppe scourer....I see these knife blocks each & every time I visit ANY Thrift Shoppe! So, I thought since these are readily available...let's "Prim" them out some for those of us that still like to have our favorite knives sitting within arms reach!



That brings me to today's project....I hope you all enjoy!

Primitive Knife Block

Supplies:

*Knife Block (found at almost every Thrift Shoppe & CHEAP!)

*Black Spray Paint (cheap stuff from Walmart)

*Vintage Label or Vintage Photo (You can find vintage photos all over the web for free!)

*Mod Podge Glue

*Sandpaper

First, I like to take my Knife Block and wipe it down really good to rid any dirt or grease.

Next, lightly sand your piece since some of them have glossy finishes on them.

Now, take your Black Spray Paint and give it atleast 3 light coats of paint. Drying well inbetween.

Take your sandpaper and distress your piece all around the edges of your Knife Block.

Lastly, apply an old vintage label or vintage photo to the front of the block with some Mod Podge.

That is it! Easy, Fast & Primitive enough to leave out on your counter!

Project Cost
*Knife Block................$1.00

*Spray Paint...............$1.00

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Project Total...............$2.00

Thursday's "Tip of the Day!"

I know with Spring & Summer right around the corner, this tip comes in very handy! Ever hate when during the moist, humid months your Salt Shaker seems to get condensation in it and your salt doesn't "shake" out as easily?! Well, here is a great tip that I use year round!

Stopping Condensation in your Salt Shakers

If your salt shaker seems to collect condensation during the warmer "moist" months, just take and add a tablespoon of white rice inside your shaker with the salt. Mix it within your salt and make sure to replenish every time you replenish your salt. The rice will "collect" all the moisture and your salt shaker with shake freely!

Whatcha Working on Wednesday!

Well, thought I would share with you what I was working on last nite and finished up today! I know most of you out there are really lovin' the Vintage Labels....ME TOO!!!! So, I am still playing around with mine and figuring new things to do with them!



So, I thought I would take my Vintage Grubby Jars and do somethings with them! Love how they turned out, I have to say! I not only grubbied the jars but have wax sealed some Muslin on the top and tied it with some twine. Really adds some character to the jars now! These are also available in my Etsy Shoppe if any of you "non crafters" are interested in purchasing them! Just click on the link on my Right Side Column and it will take you right to my Shoppe.

Tuesday's Tutorial - "Fly Screen Covers"!

Sorry, I had to remove this post!

However, You can find this tutorial again in the Summer 2009 Edition of "Mercantile Gatherings" Magazine!!!

Make sure you pick up a copy or get your Subscription started now! This is a wonderful Primitive Magazine....I guarantee you will just love it!

Mason Jar Monday, New Featured Shoppe & Another Birthday!

Thought you might enjoy this Mason Jar Cookie Recipe for St. Patrick's Day!

Blarney Stone Cookies

Ingredients:

*wide mouth quart canning jar

*1 cup sugar

*3/4 cup golden raisins

*1 1/2 cups salted peanuts

*1 3/4 cups flour mixed

*1 tsp. baking soda

*1 tsp. allspice

Layering Directions for Jar:

In small bowl combine flour, baking soda & allspice. Layer ingredients now in order given. It will be a tight fit. Press each layer firmly in place before adding next ingredient.

Directions for baking:

Empty jar of cookie mix into large mixing bowl. Thoroughly blend mix.

Add: 1 1/2 sticks softened butter or margarine, 2 eggs slightly beaten, 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla (optional).

Mix til completely blended; you will have to finish this with your hands.

Shape into walnut sized balls. Place on lightly greased or sprayed cookie sheet 2" apart.

Bake at 375 degrees for 9 to 11 minutes or until edges are slightly golden brown.

Cool for 5 minutes on baking sheet, remove & enjoy! Makes approximately 3 1/2 dozen.

"FEATURED SHOPPE"

Be sure and check our new featured Shoppe on the right side column: Crockett's Country Store. You will just love all her goodies!

Today is my son's birthday...yep, we have 3 out of our 5 children birthday's in March!!!

HAPPY 19TH BIRTHDAY STEVEN!!!

"Stitchin' the Day Away!" Sunday

Sorry everyone that this post is so late. Hubby had the laptop that connects to our scanner this weekend with him, he was chaperoning at Youth Camp for our church. Kim from http://theprimschoolmarm.blogspot.com/ was also chaperoning, and I know she is just as glad to be home like my hubby is! She has two boys, so this was a whole new world for her chaperoning all girls!!! She knows the full meaning of "Drama Queen" now I am sure......Thanks Kim for all that you endured this weekend!!! My youngest daughters birthday is today too, Cheyenna, she is 12 today!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHEYENNA!!!

Here is the last in my series of Seasonal Sheep. Hope you enjoy!

A wonderful surprise & Etsy

Just wanted to share with you what a wonderful surprise I got in my mail the other day! I was shocked to see a little envelope that was addressed to me, as I knew I hadn't ordered anything lately! hehehehehehe



Well, Lewaina was a winner to a set of my grubby lights in my last giveaway and as a thank you she sent me a package!!! I was overwhelmed with delight and giggling like a little school girl when I opened the envelope! How thoughtful of her and I absolutely love it! She sent a bee-u-tee-full colonial pocket that I could hang from a peg rack, a needle/pinkeep that I now carry in my purse for fast fixers, and a wonderful handmade card! I am going to fill the pocket with some sweet annie ! Thank you so very much Lewaina, you made my day!

Here are my wonderful goodies:

Also, I have added a few new vintage labeled jars & bottles to my Etsy. I know everyone seems to be doing these labels anymore, but I do take my labels and bottles a step further to look really aged! Stop by my shoppe if you get a chance! http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6150762

Just a peek at 2 new items in my shoppe:

Freebie Friday!

I love Friday's!!! And I especially love Freebies!



Today I am offering up 4 Vintage Labels to all of you! All you need to do is go to my lil' green freebie box on the right side bar and download them to your computer! Then print them out on some sticker paper, cut them out and attach them to boxes, canisters, jars, etc.!!! I always recommend printing them in the "best" quality possible. That way your images will be vivid and easy to see!



Hope you enjoy!

Thursday's "Tip of the Day!"

Here are some great tips using a Bounce dryer sheet!

Did you know that Bounce Dryer Sheets do more than just stop static cling on your clothes?! Well, here are a few more uses for this dryer sheet!

*Eliminates static electricity from your television screen. Since Bounce is designed to help eliminate static cling, wipe your television screen with a used sheet of Bounce to keep dust from resettling.
*Dissolves soap scum from shower doors. Clean with a used sheet of Bounce.
*Freshens the air in your home. Place an individual sheet of Bounce in a drawer or hang one in the closet.
*Prevents thread from tangling. Run a threaded needle through a sheet of Bounce to eliminate the static cling on the thread before sewing.
*Eliminates static cling from pantyhose. Rub a damp, used sheet of Bounce over the hose.
*Prevents musty suitcases. Place an individual sheet of Bounce inside empty luggage before storing.
*Freshens the air in your car. Place a sheet of Bounce under the front seat.
*Cleans baked-on food from a cooking pan. Put a sheet in the pan, fill with water, let sit overnight, and sponge clean. The anti-static agents apparently weaken the bond between the food and the pan while the fabric softening agents soften the baked-on food.
*Eliminates odors in wastebaskets. Place a sheet of Bounce at the bottom of the wastebasket.
*Collects cat hair. Rubbing the area with a sheet of Bounce will magnetically attract all the loose hairs.
*Eliminates static electricity from venetian blinds. Wipe the blinds with a sheet of Bounce to prevent dust from resetting.
*Deodorizes shoes or sneakers. Place a sheet of Bounce in your shoes or sneakers overnight so they'll smell great in the morning.

"Wood'n it be nice?" Wednesday

Today I actually had another project planned for you, but unfortunately the "flash stick" that I saved it on got broken! Yep, totally my fault! Left it in the computer and it got bent when I hit it! So, I have a new project for all of you today!



I actually have been wanting one of those cute little pig cutting boards that I see displayed in all the primitive homes. So, since I haven't ran across any in my thrift shop adventures I thought I am just going to have to make one! I thought that a few of you might enjoy making one too for your home.



This is a very easy project and involves just a Jigsaw, Drill & Sander! If any of you are wanting to start into doing some woodworking projects for yourself, I highly recommend your first power tool to be the JIGSAW! This is a very easy tool to use, and it comes in handy quite often!



You will need to save the pattern provided to your computer and print out as a full page. You can also take it to your local print shop and even enlarge it if you would like to make a much larger one. Hope you enjoy!

"PIG CUTTING BOARD"

supplies:

*Scrap piece of Pine Wood atleast 9"x12" in size

*Jigsaw

*Cordless Drill w/ a 3/8" drill bit

*Sandpaper or electric sander

*Pig Pattern

*Wood Stain or craft paint of your choice

First you will need to print out your pattern. Now, cut out your pattern and trace your pig onto your wood.

With your Jigsaw cut out your Pig from the wood. Also, take your 3/8" drill bit and drill the "hole" into the tail area as marked on your pattern.

Next, with your sandpaper or electric sander you will need to sand all around your pig cutout and make it smooth.

Now, I like to make my board look "used". Since this is a cutting board I have put "slices" into it as if food might have actually been cut on it. I also added a few "nicks" into it as well. The slices I just took a butter knife and did them, and the nicks I did with the claw end of a hammer. This is up to you though, you don't have to put any cuts or nicks into if you prefer, and just move on to the next step.

Now, take your stain (I used Minwax Dark Walnut) and apply it all over your board, front & back. Wipe off with an old rag. Let dry.

That is it!!! Lean against the wall to display or the hole in the Pigs tail makes it easy to hang if you wish! Enjoy!!!

***To answer the ? as if I drew this freehand, "Yes, I did!" All my drawings are done by me.