Our old farmhouse 

We have an old New England Farmhouse with an attached barn

 

Stored in our old barn

Today I decided to start taking inventory of things I have stored in our old barn.  Through the years I have collected many old and primitive items with the thought of refinishing or restoring them.  I have put some things to good use and sold some things on ebay, but I still have many items.  My youngest Grandson has started to show an interest in some of the old things, so some things will be passed down to him.

Our old barn was at one time a workshop and gift barn that my husband and I ran.  Many years ago we decided to close the business and parts of the barn are frozen in time.  

I designed and painted this wall hanging angel. 
This angel now hangs in a bedroom - it is a pleasant memory of our past business

This is an old antique wringer that was used on wash day, some pieces are missing but it is an interesting part of yesterday. This old piece was hidden under my husbands table saw.

This is a handmade birdhouse, made by a retired man who lived in Winthrop
We use to sell these birdhouses for him.
Nice memories of days gone by

Another birdhouse - this one is made of cedar

These are a few old farm pulleys we have collected through the years, my Grandson likes the old pulleys, so we are giving them to him for his collection

I just love this old hand crafted apothecary cabinet with the finger jointed drawers.  The cabinet was never completed or finished.  It was my intentions to complete the job....maybe one day I will get around to it.

Well, Thank you for stopping by my blog and looking inside the barn.  I know there are still so many special things.  I just love old things and I especially enjoy preserving them for the next generation. 

 

Old Collectibles Listed On Ebay

I love unique collectibles - as I travel through Maine, I am always looking for interesting items.  

I like the old wine bottles that are covered in wicker
 

The top wicker bottle has lost its cork but the condition of the wicker is still very good
The bottom bottle is done in a light wicker - it still has its cork
Both bottle have carry handles
They look great on the stairs as an accent piece
 

When you display them in a pair they look great
Years ago they use to put candles in the spout to use as rustic candle holders

I will be listing these bottles on ebay

The next collectible item I would like to show you is an old farm bug/crop sprayer
It would look so nice as an accent piece either inside or outside your house
You can display it on a shed or in the garden.
This sprayer is very large and has the original patina
I found this at a barn sale in Augusta, Maine
This will also be listed on ebay

These are nice old or vintage items that are nice to pass down to the next generation before they are all gone.  So look around in your travels for things that are interesting and are no longer available - they make interesting collectibles.
Thank you so much for stopping by my blog 
You can find me on ebay - my link can be found on the about me section of this blog
My seller name is sunnydaz8
 
  

When will spring be here?

This week it has been windy and cold and spring seems like it just can't get started so today I fixed an arrangement in a firkin I will be listing on ebay to give a bright happy spring look to the house.  Even though the ivy and flowers are artificial it still has a bright happy look. 

One of my new listings 

This handy shelf/bench has a pull out drawer for storage.  The bench is hand crafted.

Well, thank you for stopping by my blog - have a good day

Spring is coming

I am so happy spring is on its way.  This year we did get a lot of snow.  Hopefully we will have a beautiful spring and an awesome summer.  We can hope.  

I have been busy painting and preparing items to sell on ebay.  I just finished this beautiful firkin bucket on legs, it makes a nice side table with storage. 
This firkin has a swing handle & metal bands

This useful old wood sleeve board has been re-purposed  into a kitchen rack to store your old rolling 
pins, cutting boards and wood bowls.  

You can find me on ebay - my user ID is sunnydaz8

Thank you for stopping by my blog  

Old Crates & Shipping Boxes

The old crate or shipping box was so useful many years ago.  After an item was shipped, the box was used around the farm or homestead for other things.  These old boxes & crates are becoming harder to find since many end up in landfills.  I enjoy re-purposing these old crate so they can be used in useful ways around the house.  When they are in bad condition we do make repairs & even paint them.  The important thing is that they are kept for future generations to enjoy.  The old primitive and antique items I collect and sell is a reflection of our past and I enjoy passing these things on to the next generation.  Once these old items are gone they will never be reproduced and they will be lost for ever.

Check out my ebay listings for crates -  old boxes - and other old & vintage items
My seller ID is sunnydaz8 

These are just a few of the crates & boxes I have sold on ebay

We added a shelf to the inside of this old crate to make a useful cupboard

This was a salesman case with a leather handle and I re-purposed into a display cabinet for the wall

So, when going to yards sales or flea markets look for an old box or crate and give it a new purpose.

 Look for me on ebay

I just love to re-purpose or re-finish items so they can be used and passed down to the next generation.  Many of these items are no longer made and once they are gone they can never be replace.  I enjoy giving them new meaning and use.  The old vintage items make great accent pieces with any decor. 
You can find me on ebay, my user ID is sunnydaz8
 
Newly Painted Firkin
This Newly painted firkin / sugar bucket was bought at a local flea market.  It was missing the lid and it showed ware with nicks and dings.  My husband made a new lid for it and now it makes an ideal side table.  Great for storage.  It can be used with any decor as an accent piece.  The newly painted surface has been given an aged look.  The swing handle and wood bands are still in excellent condition on this vintage firkin.  I will be listing this on ebay.
 

Vintage Pewter style serving dish 
re-purposed as a guest soap or soap dish holder
This dish is made by James W. Tuft in Boston, MA
It is quadruplated

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Quick & Easy Teriyaki Chicken 

Made with Knorr Sides

Today I would like to share an easy recipe for making Teriyaki Chicken

It is quick and easy and the left overs are great.

All you need is 1 Boneless Chicken Breast 1 package of stir fry vegetables, 1 package of Knorr's Teriyaki Noodles

Ingredients 

1 Boneless Chicken Breast cut up into bite size pieces

1/4 Cup of fresh onion

1 1lb package of Stir Fry Vegetables

1 Package of Knorr Sides - cooking instructions are on the package
 

Saute the chopped onions & bite size pieces of chicken in oil

Cook until chicken is no longer pink

Saute on low heat

Now add the stir fry vegetable to the sauteed chicken  - I add a few drops of soy sauce to the chicken and vegetables - I saute the chicken and vegetables for approximately 15 minutes

While chicken and vegetables are cooking start  preparing  the teriyaki noodles

I prefer using the microwave directions

When the noodles are done I add the stir fry vegetables & chicken to the teriyaki noodles and stir all ingredients mixing well  -  then pop them in the  microwave for another 3 minutes.

 It is now ready to serve
Quick & easy and a nice flavor