Author Archives: oldecrowprimshop

Today’s Project

Posted on April 11, 2021 by oldecrowprimshop

I just traced out a pattern for a witch doll. She is going to be huge, and amazing! Her flax tow hair arrives tomorrow, so I’m hoping to complete her parts, assemble them, and dress her today⭐ I also have … Continue reading →

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I Really Get to Do This?!

Posted on April 9, 2021 by oldecrowprimshop

I’ve been keeping myself very busy, creating new things and learning stuff every day. I always have 27 tabs open in my brain, so I feel really lucky to have the time to switch gears as often as I need … Continue reading →

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Sneak Peek of What’s on My Sewing Table

Posted on April 5, 2021 by oldecrowprimshop

My first Americana crow doll should be finished and listed on Etsy tomorrow! ⭐

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Meet Rachael!

Posted on March 28, 2021 by oldecrowprimshop

it’s so rare that I keep a doll that I make. But this one is definitely staying in my house! I just love her. She’s about the size of a barbie and looks adorable in the primitive rocking chair that … Continue reading →

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Today’s Offering

Posted on March 23, 2021 by oldecrowprimshop

**Sold** This Folk Art Tulips arrangement is available in my Etsy shop! Come check it out …

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More Grubbing

Posted on March 22, 2021 by oldecrowprimshop

I always wondered how that blackened beeswax look was achieved. Today I finally figured it out. Bazinga! I really need to start listing some tea light candles on Etsy. I have a ton ready to go. I’m also contemplating dusting … Continue reading →

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Grubbing

Posted on March 21, 2021 by oldecrowprimshop

If I had to choose a favorite primitive craft, it’s making candles grubby! Pillars, votives, flameless, or real wax candles…. I just love the process & the effect. What’s in my grubby prim mix? Mod Podge (matte) cinnamon, and coffee … Continue reading →

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Good Morning

Posted on March 19, 2021 by oldecrowprimshop

My shop offers the lowest prices around on Maine made primitives… and that’s something to crow about! I’m building up my stock of crow pokes and new folk art tulips this weekend⭐

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More Instant Pot Love

Posted on March 10, 2021 by oldecrowprimshop

Yesterday my husband woke up with an ear ache and was very fatigued. He had a long zoom meeting to get through that ran right up until lunch, poor guy! I was scrambling for something good to feed him. I … Continue reading →

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The Crows Become My Friends

Posted on March 5, 2021 by oldecrowprimshop

The title of this post really is true. As I paint, stitch, dress, and photograph them…. these crows become my companions. They help me to pass the time. They make sheltering in place a little less lonely. I send each … Continue reading →

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