Hello there, Sunshine! Welcome. Do come in and join me.
Buzz! Buzz! 🐝🐝 A little bee told me that it is a perfect day for a Country Clutter tour.
My homemade hutch is filled to the brim with all things yellow which includes busy , buzzing bees and sunny sunflowers.
So if you are up to it. Let's take a gander .
I forewarn you. I am a maximalist . I know it is not for all, but it is just my style.
OK Now for the tour!
The top of the hutch is rarely ever changed, but I did tuck in a little yellow tin .
Each shelf was layered with bowls, plates and stitching galore.
Two large stacked Pyrex bowls were perfect to nestle some sunflowers and a stitch in. Blessed is a 2020 freebie from Stitching With the Housewives which is as cute as a button.
My Mini Bee Sampler looks quite at home in the little Dollar Tree wooden box that I painted and added my Home stitch to.
The grand rooster was a thrifty find years ago. He has been in storage for quite a spell. He was as happy as a lark to be out among the sunflowers and bees.
Now tell me. Who can resist sunflowers captured in a mason jar? Not me! 🌻
In past posts, I have told you about my "plate addiction."😏😀
I am sure you have already spotted bookoos of them layered behind all of the clutter.
But I haven't told you about my Pitcher Affliction. Hee! Hee! I have never met a water pitcher that I did not like.
Do any of you suffer from the same affliction?
I pulled out my mustard yellow pitcher and plopped the The Ole' Crow Saltbox right on top of it. Perfect for a summer display.
Sunflower Strut Stamp is nestled in the hanging basket of eggs.
Let's buzz down to the 2nd shelf. Shall we? 🐝 Buzz! Buzz!
Sunflower Sampler is gingerly propped on a stack of saucers. The wooden bee skep was a Big Lots find over 20 years ago. I still love it.
Front and center is The Hum of the Bees which was stitched on gray Rit dyed 14 count fabric.
The little wooden spoon was a gift from my sweet sis and the knife sharpener was a thrifty find from New Mexico. We won't talk about my love for old "kitchen utensils".
My one and only butter mold holds another ceramic rooster and " Dora Jane's Cabin on Sunflower Lane" . I stitched this cabin a couple of years ago, but have yet to post it.
But we are not finished yet! The bottom shelf is overflowing with stitching and more stitching. I just could not contain myself and kept adding more and more. Eeeh!
Behind all of the stitching are some of my platters. A few years ago Mom gave me a number of hers when she was cleaning out her cabinets. I enjoy having them on display as I have warm memories of the yummies that Mom used to serve on them.
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| A modge podge of bee and sunflower decor with not an inch to spare. |
The little sunflower truck was a gift from my sweet friend, Joan. I believe this precious stitch is a Stitching with the Housewives design. I just adore it. Thank you , Joan. 💛
Behind it on the stacks of plates is Annie and the gang in Bees, Bloom and Chickens . This stitch was created in honor of my Great Grandma Annie who gathered and sold eggs to buy the dining room set that I now proudly own.
In the Apiary Stamp is one of the newest stamps that I shared earlier this year.
Last year, sweet Vivian sent me a beautiful card filled with treasures. She used my Blooms of Sunshine design on the front of the card. Isn't the card magnificent?
Look at the precious handmade envelopes. This is a treasure. Thank you, dear Vivian. I love having this out on display year round. 💛
The precious honey pot and pitcher were moved from the counter to my hutch . This darling set was sent to me from my dear friend, PJ who spoils me rotten. Thank you again, sweet PJ. 💛
Finished on an metal tile is "Sunflower Keeper" a possible stitch that I will share in the future.
And I must not forget my scales that are always displayed on the hutch. Stacks upon stacks, of little bowls, doilies and stitches which includes Skeps and "Zilpha's Summer Cabin" , another house that I have not shared yet. ( I need more hours in the day to do all of the things. LOL Don't you? )
That's all she wrote! The Busy Bees and Sunflower Hutch Tour is complete! That was a lot to take in . Wasn't it?
Do you think I have enough "bee themed " items? LOL. Yeah , I think I do . Yet, I am still stitching bees and sunflowers. 😁🐝🐝🐝
I was tempted to recreate last year's display which I adore, but I went with something different. If you would like to see 2025's Bears, Bees and Sunflower Hutch Tour just buzz on over and take a look. I think I contained myself last year and did not use as many "things". LOL
Now that the tour is complete , maybe we can sit back and stitch awhile. Maybe I can rustle up some treats in the kitchen. And I definitely have coffee and iced tea for our enjoyment.
As Always, Happy Stitching and Quilting, y'all Melisa Thank you for the sweet visit. "Every flower that ever bloomed had a bee that believed in it. " - unknown Hugs and Stitches!!!!🤗🧵❤ Dedicated to my baby sister, Amy. Love and miss you, Amo. |
I just love your tours and this one is so bright and cheery! It's probably a good thing I don't have room for a hutch because I'd do just the same thing as you! :-) I shall live vicariously through you!
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LOL thank you so much, Donna. The sunny yellows certainly brighten up my kitchen and makes me feel good. It is hard to resist displaying one more stitched piece of goodie. I hope you are having a lovely day. Hugs.
DeleteYou definitely have not only a pretty display, but one that obviously brings back lots of happy memories for you. It's hard to pick a favorite stitchery on display, you have so many pretty ones.
ReplyDeleteOh so many of these things do bring back warm memories, Kate. My favorites are gifts from my sister and stitchy Friends. They mean the world to me. Thank you so much for the sweet Thursday visit. Have a lovely day in the quilt room. Hugs
DeleteAre you a maximalist, Melisa?
ReplyDeleteI hadn't noticed!...hahaha
Luckily you are, and we can enjoy this wonderful exhibition of works related to sunflowers...it's pure summer.
Big hugs
Hee ! Hee! Guilty as charged! LOL Each time I change out my decor , I say to myself, I am going to keep it simple, but then I sneak one more thing into it. LOL Thank you for the sweet giggles, Isabel and for dropping by to see me. Have a fantastic day. Hugs.
DeleteLoved your sunflower and bees hutch tour. Just a perfect display for August 💛🌻🐝Spotted the two cabin patterns you have not shared yet. Please do. Would love to add them to my collection. K from NY
ReplyDeleteAaw thank you so much K for the kind compliments on my hutch and stitches. I think Zilpha's Cabin is one of my favorites. I hope to post them in the near future. It just warms my heart that you like them. Have a blessed day. Hugs.
DeleteHave you put out all your bee items or do you rotate from year to year? I used to have so many snowman related items that I did rotate. I got tired of lugging them up and down the stairs.
ReplyDeleteWell I have just about all of my bee cross stitch pieces out but not all of my bee knick knacks and yellow vintage pottery which I love. I have got to where I have to rotate things too. I know what you mean about lugging them up and down the stairs ; it is a feat. Thank you so much for the sweet Thursday visit, Vicki. I hope your day is off to a great start. Hugs.
DeleteI love the houses that you have not shared yet!! I have added them to my list to stitch with a notation they are not out yet - one of my favorite things to stitch are the beautiful and unique houses that you share - my collection obsession!! Thank you again for your generosity and giving me a quest to accomplish! Carrie
ReplyDeleteAaw shucks, Carrie. I cannot tell you how much it means to me that you are obsessed with my little houses. You brought the biggest smile to my day. I have to admit that I am obsessed with stitching them. I don't know how many I have stitched and shared over the years, but it warms my heart to hear that you enjoy them. Thank you so much for brightening my day. Warm hugs and blessings.
DeleteLove love love!!!! As a maximalist I appreciate how you layer your displays to include all the things! It looks wonderful!
ReplyDeleteAaaw thank you so much , dear. It is so good to hear that I am not the only maximalist. We might as well enjoy all of the things since we have them . Right? Hee! Hee! Well that is what I tell my hubby. I enjoy layering in all of the things that I love. I know it is not for all , but it is a feast for my eyes. Hee! Hee! Have a fabulous day and Keep collecting. Hee ! Hee!
DeleteI loved this hutch tour and all the stitching! Yesterday I changed my green hutch decor from patriotic to a late summer theme of bees, farm and houses. Most of the other items are a soft green or blue-green. Most of the cross stitch are your designs. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteOh how fun, Janet. I bet your hutch is just gorgeous. I had thought about using my green pottery pieces with my bees for a different look. I may have to try that. I am so honored that you included so many of my humble designs in your decor. It truly means the world to me that you have stitched so many of my pieces. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your kindness as well as others certainly brings encouragement and inspiration to me. Have a beautiful day . Warm hugs and blessings.
DeleteBeautiful hutch tour, Melisa. I love the bees and sunflowers and all the yellow is soooo cheerful and makes me happy. I do share your "afflictions!" LOL I have some of my great grandmother's bowls on top of my cabinets and some of my mama's platters on display. I just love them. Thanks for the memories! Have a great day. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteWell, I am so thrilled to hear that I am not the only one with "afflictions " related to dishware. What a treasure to have your grandma's bowls and your mom's platters. Do you use them ? I bet they bring back lots of fond memories of times in the kitchen with both. Little things like that make the pieces even more cherished. Thank you for the sweet Thursday visit. I wish you a lovely day. Hugs.
DeleteI love your hutch tours. While I decorate for seasons/holidays, I don't have a hutch. Displaying items together is so fun! I always enjoy seeing designs you have completed but not posted the patterns - the anticipation builds LOL. I love both new houses and Keeper of the Sunflowers I don't know how you find the time to design, create, and post. Have a great day. Alicia
ReplyDeleteOh you are so right, Alicia. Just displaying items together and enjoying them brings a lot of joy whether on a hutch, shelf or table. It is those little things that make us smile- right? It warms my heart good that you enjoy seeing my clutter and upcoming pieces. To be honest, I have slowed down a lot over the years, but I try to stay busy. I look forward to posting new stitches in the near future. It brings me so much joy to hear that you and others enjoy them. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Warm hugs and blessings.
DeleteLove the tours of your beautiful hutches! I especially love the Sunflower keeper! I hope one day you will feel ready to share that special design. Have a wonderful day!
ReplyDeleteAaw thank you so much, dear. The Sunflower Keeper was a fun one to stitch. I have been trying to create a whole series of this lovely little lady. I was not sure if anyone would like stitching her or not, but it is such a joy to hear that there is interest in her. Hopefully, I can post her in the near future. Thank you again for bringing a big smile to my day and for taking the time to join me for my hutch tour. Warm hugs and blessings.
DeleteWhat a lovely tour! All the yellow made me smile! I was smitten with the sunflowers in the mason jar!
ReplyDeleteAaw thank you so much, Terry. I have to admit that the mason jar series is my 2nd favorite series to work on . In fact, I am working on another mason jar stitch right now. I collect old mason jars so stitching things in jars is a lot of fun for me. Have a beautiful day in the quilt room. Hugs.
DeleteI love your hutch full of bees, sunflowers, and pretty yellow dishes, Melisa! That little yellow pitcher is my favorite. Thanks for sharing your stitching designs - I might have found one that I need to start!
ReplyDeleteAaaw thank you so much, Diann. The sunny yellows certainly brighten up my kitchen especially after having all of the reds in it for the summer. Oh I am so excited that you found a stitch that you might work on. I cannot wait to see which one. It just means the world to me that you take the time to stitch my little designs. - Thank you. Heads up, I am posting another sunflower freebie tomorrow. It is just a quick stitch though. Warm hugs.
DeleteWhat a beautiful tour of your bees and sunflowers displays, Melisa--so enjoy these posts...
ReplyDeleteI have a yearning for little gravy boats--they make the neatest pin cushion holders...
I miss thrifting with my Mom--she liked old saucers and bowls...what fun we had...
Hugs for a great upcoming weekend...Julierose
Aaw it warms my heart that this post brought back fond memories with your Mom. I bet you and your mom had wonderful thrifting trips. Do you have her collection of saucers and bowls? I have an affection for gravy boats too. Hmmm I might need to do a post on them. That is a great idea on putting pin cushions in gravy boats. I am going to have to remember that. Thank you for the sweet visit. I wish you a lovely weekend too. Hugs.
DeleteYour bees and sunflowers are so pretty. I understand Plate Addiction and Pitcher Affliction - lol!
ReplyDeleteLOL thank you so much, Linda. We girls have to have our "afflictions" Right? Hee! Hee! I just wish I didn't have so many. LOL. Thank you for taking the time to visit me on this lovely Thursday. I hope you are getting to spend time in the quilt room. Warm hugs.
DeleteLovely tour!! I love that you are a maximalist!! that is a great term . Love all your treasures and they are displayed so nicely
ReplyDeleteOh Alycia thank you so much for taking the time to visit me today. I guess I have been a collector even since I was a child. I still remember my earliest collections ( rocks) which I still have. Some of these little treasures bring back fond memories and are always a joy to bring out even for just a short time. Have a blessed day. Hugs.
DeleteI so enjoyed the sunny yellow hutch tour. So many "pretties" you shared. Thank you, Melisa.
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