Simply Vintagegirl Blog

Fresh Chive

Emily Rose — Tue, 21 May 2013 19:21:39 +0000

The sliced potatoes frying in the skillet looked in need of some fresh chive. I quickly slipped outside to the edge of the garden and cut some of the green beauty that was blowing in the strong Indiana wind. After a quick rinse and a few chops of the knife, the chives were tossed into [...]

Mr. & Mrs. Jordan Muela!

Emily Rose — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:16:49 +0000

Praising God for this new family! It was a delight to stand and rejoice with this dear couple as they covenanted before God and man to be husband and wife. Looking forward to all that the Lord has in store for this family as they seek Him in all their ways! “In the same way [...]

Gluten-Free Blueberry Scone Recipe

Emily Rose — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 09:21:35 +0000

Years ago I enjoyed my first scone at a local tearoom. My grandmother had taken me there as a surprise for my birthday – at the table we had a lovely array of tea, sandwiches, and cranberry scones with lemon curd. At that first bite, scones became a favorite. We’ve tried a few delicious scone [...]

Working Together as a Family

Emily Rose — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 16:57:31 +0000

Great joy comes with working together as a family. With businesses born and run in our home, we’ve learned what a blessing it can be to manage cottage industries. Each part of the family contributes a different skill, giving the rest of us even more appreciation for the various talents God gives people. We’re all [...]

Really and Permanently Happy

Emily Rose — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 16:19:40 +0000

“He only can be esteemed really and permanently happy, who enjoys peace of mind in the favor of God.” —Noah Webster

A Time to Create

Emily Rose — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 19:51:40 +0000

The past couple months have been filled with a great many things! New patterns are in the works for Clementine, wonderful books are being read, coffee is being brewed (and heartily drank), memories are being made, and hearts are filled with gratefulness. (What a wonderful God we serve!) One of the projects (details still under [...]

Gentleness & Self-control – Free Embroidery Patterns!

Emily Rose — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 18:22:23 +0000

The final two installments of our Fruit of the Spirit PDF Embroidery Patterns are here – and you can download them for free through February 8th! Click here to download the Gentleness PDF Embroidery Pattern by Clementine Pattern Co. (For personal use only. This PDF pattern download is available for free through February 8th. After [...]

Creating a Warm and Cozy Scent for Your Home

Emily Rose — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 17:59:51 +0000

This is a delightful and simple way to add an extra dash of “warm and cozy” to your home during these cold winter months. We first encountered this delicious aroma at our friend Laura’s home, and ever since it has been a favorite of ours. Combine the following in a small pot: • Clementine Rinds [...]

When Lovingkindness Overwhelms

Emily Rose — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 00:24:35 +0000

I can hear the steady pattering of raindrops hitting the tin roof of the front porch. As I sit here recovering from a cold on this chilly, wet day, I have been spending this peaceful time reading, praying, listening to a sermon, and recording the Providences of God. He has blessed us with a new [...]

A Winner, A Coupon, and A Gift

Emily Rose — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 04:49:21 +0000

Thank you to all who entered the give-away this week for the Rejoice in the Lord Embroidery Kit by Clementine Pattern Co.! It was delightful to read all of your comments and learn about what you decorate your walls with. After using Random.org to pick the winner… The winner of the Rejoice in the Lord [...]