tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post7511208583576229363..comments2024-03-27T00:22:15.426-05:00Comments on Sticks and Stones and Styrofoam: Getting Settled in the SoddyMarjorie Baileyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12104669798186181705noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-45059875671552308852019-05-07T15:00:23.514-05:002019-05-07T15:00:23.514-05:00Hello, Maria - Thanks for taking time to stop by t...Hello, Maria - Thanks for taking time to stop by the soddy and meet Will and Ruby. I think they're going to appreciate having some color in their sod house, especially on dark days when the sun doesn't shine. They'll need to make their own sunshine!<br />MarjorieMarjorie Baileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12104669798186181705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-3782968807904838232019-05-05T02:03:59.804-05:002019-05-05T02:03:59.804-05:00I love your story and can just see Ruby and Will m...I love your story and can just see Ruby and Will making their house a home. I love the quilt the colours are beautiful.I am enjoying all this information very much thank you :)<br />Hugs MariaMaria Irelandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12650494838374371853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-50684121049878784322019-05-02T17:25:18.409-05:002019-05-02T17:25:18.409-05:00Hi, Troy - I'm so glad that you've enjoyed...Hi, Troy - I'm so glad that you've enjoyed reading about Ruby and Will. I'm beginning to know them well, and I appreciate all their hard work in turning that dark little soddy into a real home! I had fun making the bed and the quilt. I had expected the bed to be hard to make, but I was surprised that it was very easy - even weaving the rope was fast and problem free! The foil technique worked very well for the quilt - it's so easy to shape fabric into natural folds with the flexible foil. I appreciate your comments, as always - thanks for stopping by!<br />MarjorieMarjorie Baileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12104669798186181705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-24548753476998881862019-05-02T17:15:54.846-05:002019-05-02T17:15:54.846-05:00Hello, Rosa Maria - Thank you for your encouraging...Hello, Rosa Maria - Thank you for your encouraging comments. The soddy's interior has been such a pleasure to work on - and I've enjoyed getting well acquainted with Ruby and Will. I hope that you'll continue to follow their adventures as they complete their home.<br />Marjorie<br />Marjorie Baileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12104669798186181705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-53713928366452208052019-05-02T17:12:22.951-05:002019-05-02T17:12:22.951-05:00Hi, Sam - What lovely comments! Thank you. I'm...Hi, Sam - What lovely comments! Thank you. I'm so glad that you like the chest kit that Robert put together. I had brave intentions of taking care of the assembly myself, but I skimmed over the instructions briefly and practically had a panic attack! I'm scared silly of things like that. I had looked for a trunk for quite some time but couldn't find one that had a flat top and was the right size. So when I found the kit for this one on Etsy, from SinnysMiniArt, I was thrilled. I agree with you that it's beautiful! The exterior pattern is printed on paper, then glued onto the wood frame. Robert made some changes as he worked on the trunk, but I'm so happy with it. It's definitely a treasure, and Ruby and Will agree. Thanks for your interest.<br />MarjorieMarjorie Baileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12104669798186181705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-30394938803522523782019-05-02T16:50:19.259-05:002019-05-02T16:50:19.259-05:00Hi, Lori - Yes, Ruby and Will were lucky to have a...Hi, Lori - Yes, Ruby and Will were lucky to have a large family back in Indiana who were willing (even eager!) to give away some of their cast-offs. I'm especially glad that Will managed to find room for the rocking chair! They're working now to get the "small stuff" in order, so that will keep them (and me) busy for a while. Thanks for your positive input!<br />MarjorieMarjorie Baileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12104669798186181705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-4149362022910690772019-05-02T16:35:31.104-05:002019-05-02T16:35:31.104-05:00Hi, Betsy - I'm so glad that you're liking...Hi, Betsy - I'm so glad that you're liking the beginnings of the sod house interior. I actually did have shelves like those back in the day - made from very rustic wood that was probably similar to packing crate wood. It was fun to make something close to those shelves of memory! I'm having such a good time working with Ruby and Will to get their soddy completed and comfortable. We're all busy with the second stage of the moving-in process, and I should have more to share soon.<br />MarjorieMarjorie Baileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12104669798186181705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-63439220556611735372019-05-02T10:35:15.458-05:002019-05-02T10:35:15.458-05:00Your "soddy" is coming along so nicely! ...Your "soddy" is coming along so nicely! I really enjoy the story that you are creating with the characters and giving them personality by the items that they were able to take along for the new chapter in their life. The bed and quilt are really great. (I will have to try the foil technique) Your period furniture choices are all spot on too and I like your helper Robert is very talented! I enjoy reading your posts -its going to be a great project.Troyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13248343692678031483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-4203550404369018642019-05-02T03:15:06.411-05:002019-05-02T03:15:06.411-05:00¡Que bien pensada tienes la historia!me encanta tu...¡Que bien pensada tienes la historia!me encanta tu relato y vivo la emoción de como colocas esos fantásticos detalles , será una casa muy acogedora.Buen día ,besos:-) Contrastes-Rosa Mªhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08353723185639488150noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-32782366244915445772019-05-01T20:16:13.917-05:002019-05-01T20:16:13.917-05:00Oh Marjorie, I love Will and Ruby's story! How...Oh Marjorie, I love Will and Ruby's story! How exciting for them (and you) to be getting to the fun part. I love the shelves Will lovingly built from crates for Ruby and they are perfectly stocked. I love her splatter ware. And wow, she even has some real glassware. Such a luxury. :D The bed Will built is brilliant. Simple and sturdy and just the thing to get them off the cold hard floor. Ruby's addition of her wonderful quilt is just the thing to brighten the space and keep them warm and cosy. It's red theme will go well with the Soddy's curtains too. Ruby is really going to appreciate the sewing machine made the trip in the years ahead. :) And can I just say what a fine job Robert did on the chest. I have a bit of a thing for mini chests and this one is beautiful. I love the worn and aged red paint on the ends and the wonderful patina achieved on the wood. The detail is amazing right down to the papered interior. Is the exterior pattern decoupaged? It looks incredible. Bravo to Robert! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-73028166120785963492019-05-01T19:31:19.338-05:002019-05-01T19:31:19.338-05:00They are so lucky to have had so many belongings f...They are so lucky to have had so many belongings from family! And none of it had to be sacrificed along the way! Love the quilt - glad they will have some splash of color in the house! And the shelving looks so perfect with all their kitchen items on it.<br />Lori K.Lorihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04361216620256811303noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-21761460758508235522019-05-01T17:50:39.768-05:002019-05-01T17:50:39.768-05:00Wow! Marjorie, you have been busy!!! Will and Ruby...Wow! Marjorie, you have been busy!!! Will and Ruby are fortunate to have your assistance in this moving project!!! The quilt is lovely and Perfect for the times! The rope bed is awesome! The shelves made from packing crates look so familiar... did I have shelves like those when I was younger? (We had old furniture that was rather beat up!) :) This house is going to be amazing... and built with the love and optimism of a young couple just starting their life together! I love it that your projects have a complete story to them!!! I can't wait to see more!Daydreamerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06170115485686244907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-65010368020173426172019-05-01T16:57:42.376-05:002019-05-01T16:57:42.376-05:00Hi, Jodi - It has been an exciting time working wi...Hi, Jodi - It has been an exciting time working with Ruby and Will to get their soddy to feel like a real home - although without many of the conveniences they're accustomed to having. There are many challenges, including the lack of space, but they're meeting and overcoming those challenges together. I should tell you that Ruby bakes a pan of cornbread almost daily and loves to share, so you have a standing invitation to visit the soddy at any time - you'll be very welcome!<br />MarjorieMarjorie Baileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12104669798186181705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-75417008692177161682019-05-01T16:46:33.995-05:002019-05-01T16:46:33.995-05:00Hello, Carrie - Thanks for visiting the sod house;...Hello, Carrie - Thanks for visiting the sod house; even though Ruby and Will aren't yet completely settled in, they're thrilled to have company and a chance to sit down and chat for a while. I hope you'll stop by again to watch the soddy become a home!<br />MarjorieMarjorie Baileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12104669798186181705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-41480591916096302742019-05-01T16:31:51.148-05:002019-05-01T16:31:51.148-05:00Hello, Pilar - Although Will and Ruby don't ha...Hello, Pilar - Although Will and Ruby don't have many possessions, their sod house is very small, so it's filling up quickly! Ruby may have a hard time finding a place for all the smaller things things that they need to set up their new home. I'm so glad that you stopped by; thank you for your nice comments!<br />Marjorie Marjorie Baileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12104669798186181705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-26041771168281647052019-05-01T16:26:52.884-05:002019-05-01T16:26:52.884-05:00Hi, Elizabeth - I appreciate your enthusiasm as Wi...Hi, Elizabeth - I appreciate your enthusiasm as Will and Ruby settle into the soddy. It's helpful that Will is a good handyman as well as a good farmer. He has to be creative, since there's such a shortage of many things that he needs, including nails. Robert is pleased that you like the trunk he put together; he's NOT a "natural" handyman, which is why I'm so appreciative of his willingness to help out when he can. Ruby (and I) have had such fun getting the soddy in order and finding ways to make do with the things on hand. I hope you'll enjoy the next post as the soddy's interior continues to take shape.<br />MarjorieMarjorie Baileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12104669798186181705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-46032995586958387352019-05-01T10:23:54.282-05:002019-05-01T10:23:54.282-05:00What a sweet beginning for Will and Ruby! I can fe...What a sweet beginning for Will and Ruby! I can feel their excitement as they begin a new and independent adventure together building a home and a life on the prairie! <br />You've gotten so much of the furnishings done for the inside and I am anxious to see how you'll lay it all out. The quilt is just so wonderful, as is the willow pole bed! I also love that they are using the crates to make storage for all of the perfect kitchen implements, and now I am craving warm cornbread!<br />I can't wait for the next posts because the vision of how the soddy's interior looks all furnished and homey is exciting!Jodi Hipplerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17493172804253306940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-7668927330113924672019-05-01T09:42:25.428-05:002019-05-01T09:42:25.428-05:00I love your story, and I can't wait to see how...I love your story, and I can't wait to see how Ruby arranges all of her cherished items.Carriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05818119968796880220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-38405251956990959962019-05-01T00:46:45.247-05:002019-05-01T00:46:45.247-05:00Que maravillosas piezas para el nuevo hogar! todo ...Que maravillosas piezas para el nuevo hogar! todo lo imprescindible está listo para ocupar su nueva ubicación y a mi,me encantará verlo colocado!!!!<br />Besos.PILAR6373https://www.blogger.com/profile/12804015231605778206noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4305797144663798085.post-55117668972291935872019-04-30T17:47:48.628-05:002019-04-30T17:47:48.628-05:00How perfectly Wonderful the various pieces are and...How perfectly Wonderful the various pieces are and how Excited Will and Ruby must be to finally able to put them to good use inside their new home! I Love the colourful quilt on the log framed bed and the cleverness of the shelf unit for the various kitchen supplies. Kudo's to Will for taking the time to straighten out the nails so that he could reuse them. He and Robert have some made carpentry skills because I Love the trunk he made too! :D<br />In fact, I am already imagining the placements of each of item within the soddy, with the rocking chair close to the stove- can't wait to see it all in situ!!! <br /><br />elizabethelizabeth shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09042037455600427075noreply@blogger.com