I'm Back!!

I HAVE A FAMOUS COUSIN!!!

Author, Janis Owens!

I'm probably the only who's been living under a rock and had never heard of her, but several months ago, I discovered a distant cousin--(her multi-Gr GF, Hortenscious Rudd was brother to my Multi-Gr GF Demosthenes Rudd)--we actually found each other out on Ancestry.com. Over the course of several months we shared emails and wierd stories regarding our kin, when Janis very quietly just happened to mentioned that she was an author!! WHAT???? Of course, being the "book slut" that I am, I immediately headed out and got two of her wonderful books and loved, loved them!! Janis is now in the process of introducing her new cookbook called, "The Cracker Cookbook". Now this is not your ordinary, everday, boring cookbook....Oh...nooooo.......(she is a "Rudd" after all!!!) I'll just let your curiosity simmer and highly, highly suggest you go out on amazon or her website: http://www.janisowens.com/ and check it out! Oh...and check out some of her older posts for some hilarious 'body part' stories about our kin!!!!

This is a great ck for beginner cooks or just good ole southern cooking!!! You know...the way people actually cook everyday. There is ALOT of humor in it......Anyway, I just can't tell you enough about it, so check it out!!! And I'm not saying this just because she's my cousin....hubby coveted this cookbook the first 3 weeks we had it and was impressed enough to try several of the recipes!!! That's how simple the cooking recipes are!!!! OK. 10 lbs heavier...thank you, Janis!! haha

Now about her other books.....Her first 3 novels are great, too...My Brother Michael, The Schooling of Claybird Catts and Myra Sims. These books are all based on one dysfunctional family, that I bet a lot of us can relate too, but each book focuses on a different character. You can read them in any order and if any of you out there read My Brother Michael, you will understand my little tidbit to Janis, at the end of this post, about "Waiting on Ira's story!"

Well, after months of emails, we finally had an opportunity to finally meet up at the Southern Festival of Books in Nashville, a few months ago. We hit it off immediately....(she said she's never met a Rudd cousin she didn't like) and what a hoot of a gal!!! I only regret that we just had a few hours to visit, but hopefully we'll meet up again somewhere down the road. I also had the opportunity to meet another one of my fav, fav authors....Rick Bragg!!!! I thoroughly enjoyed chatting with him....with Rick, well.....what you see is what you get!!!! My kind of guy. I also met Silas House, who I have not had the opportunity to read his books yet, but he was a very nice guy, too. Nashville wasn't being kind to our fair-weathered authors that day in regard to the weather...cold, rainy, and they had actually had a tornado warning the night before, so I'm just so thankful that we had the opportunity to rub elbows with the author elites!!!!

I don't know why this picture turned out so small ?

Author Rick Bragg signing my book at the Southern Festival Of Books in Nashville. He signed it: "To Cynthia...Who gets it...!" Rick..... Indeed I DO!!!! (I told him I could have been his sister...was he sure I wasn't.....?

This is author, Silas House, that I also met at the Festival. I haven't had an opportunity to read any of his books yet, but I've checked them out on his website and look forward to reading them soon! A true Kentucky boy!!! Very nice guy!

Rick Bragg and I....looks like we're having waaay tooo much fun, doesn't it??? What an interesting guy....I could spend hours picking his brain....!!!! Janis teases that this is the best picture she has ever seen of Rick!!!

He looks a little ornery to me!!! heh, heh

Hubby Joey and Janis Owens. Let me tell you.....these two could talk cooking all day!!! (It was a biscuit thing....then a little "BBQ" thing....a little friendly cooking competition I think!)

I also wanted to share with you one my favorite blog sites: http://www.oodlekadoodleprimitives.blogspot.com/

I have adopted Sue as my 'unofficial Grandmother'.

Sue shares so many great recipes, housekeeping secrets and some good old fashioned 'motherly' advice! One of the most amazing things I have actually learned, and maintained, is how to make a good old-fashioned apple pie and CRUST!!! Yes!!! homeade pie crust!!! Sue's recipe is Easy, easy, easy!!!!!Actually easier and faster than going to Wal-Mart and buying one!!!! Check out her blog and tell her I said hello!

Oh, and I just found out that I'm going to be Grandmother again!! Yep...this will be number 6!! (number 3 for the daughter, who has 2 girls...think we're hoping for a boy this time around)

More pictures of Janis' Cookbook presentation in Nashville:

(Oh, and Janis, if you're reading this....anxiously awaiting "Ira"!!!)

Thank You Everyone!!!

Just wanted to say thanks to those who viewed my Online GS...it was fun!!

Online GARAGE SALE!!

Welcome all to my First ONLINE GARAGE SALE!!!

'Officially' opens Sat and Sun but......

since I am posting my items Friday, early birds are always welcome!!

First Come, First Serve!

There are several pictures posted here, so please be patient if my blog is slow today.

I will accept most anything for payment. Paypal, Money Orders, Checks and yes......

even cash!! (gasp)

I have tried to keep my items on the 'smaller' size so that they will be easy to mail.

I'll be packing all items myself (ok...so I'll make Junk Hunk do it!! lolo) and they will be mailed using the good old Snail Mail Post Office!

(Sorry, no International Transacations)

We live in the country and have the nicest mailman. One who still goes above and beyond duty and he has informed us that USPS are evaluating their payraises based on how many packages/letters, etc. they pick up from residences. This evalustion lasts until March 15th, so we are trying to help him out there!

Items will be shipped after I receive payment. You pay S&H, which will be calculated after I get your Zip Code. If you want to get an idea yourself, my ZC is 38571.

Most of my items are in very good condition. If there are any chips, cracks or what I consider damage, I will be honest with you, but all sales are final. (Except if they arrive damaged due to my packaging error)

NOTE: Most of my items are photgraphed with a red pencil beside them. This is to give you a 'size' idea. And some have my hand in them....modern day measuring techniques! However, if you desire precise information, please email me at: clrudd10@hotmail.com

I have a couple of friends who are also having sales today. These gals are the brain child of this great idea of Online GS, so be sure and check their blogs for goodies, too!

Margo: http://robolady.blogspot.com/

and

Mindy: http://rockinm.blogspot.com/

That's it!!!!

Slip on your bunny shoes....grab that cup of coffee and start shopping!

SOLDRed/Yellow Bunny. A project I made.Vintage tile, old pearls, etc. $10


SOLD Colored Wooden Balls. Could be crouquet? All $5


Vintage signs. $10 for all

Vintage Hats $20 for all or $5 ea. SOLD

Tiki painted canvas $5 SOLD

Terrier License Plate $10

Old Wooden Shoe $10 (sorry....my Grandaughter's Pic is not included!)

Spainiel Dog, made from Plaster of Paris so probably old. $10 SOLD

Handmade primitive sheep. Nail feet. $10 SOLD

Vintage Blue/Pink Baby Scale $20

Handmade Santa Pillow Case. (Pillow inside is not included) I used these to put Grandkid's presents in. Easier than putting tags on every package! $10 SOLD

Vintage Santa' Foldies'. I actually have 2 of these. Packages have not been opened. $10 ea. or $15 for both. SOLD

Little Vintage Santa Guy. I think he's '70's. He has a place for batteries but I don't know if he works. $10 SOLD

Nice vintage handpainted canvas rust painting. Measures appx. 11.14. $10 SOLD

Vintage tablecloth. Don't think it's ever been used. I call this 'cardtable' size. $10 SOLD

Handmade 'Rag" Rugs. $5 ea. or $8 for both

Very nice handpainted on canvas picture. $10 SOLD

3D Tiki Head. appears to be molded out of clay. $5 SOLD

Magnolia Tray. I actually have 2 of these. Good condition. A little wear. $7 ea. or both for $10
SOLD

Lilac Lavender Demi Cup and Saucer. Mint Condition. $10 SOLD

3 Old Hankies and 1 dolly. $5 for all. SOLD

3 Fire King Lids. Mint condition. $10 for all. SOLD!

Old egg cup with gold rings. No chips or cracks but does have old 'spider crackling' from age. $7

Repainted tiki wood bowls. $10 for set. SOLD License Plate flower holder. $10 SOLD

3 cookbooks. $4 ea or $10 for all. SOLD 3 cookbooks. $4 ea. or $10 for all.

SOLD

Vintage marble game. Great Condition! $12 SOLD

Christopher Radko Cream and sugar Set. $10 for both. SOLD

Christmas Stocking. (Not old) $5 SOLD

Assorted Vintage Christmas Ornaments. $10 for all SOLD

Gold Vintage Xmas Balls w/boxes $12 for both. SOLD

Chrismtas Cookie Cutter Set. I actually have 2 of these. Their in very good condition. $10 ea. or both for $17. SOLD

Chocolate Scrable Board mounted on wooden black board. $10

Photo Chalk Board $10 SOLD!

Cafeware Coffee Cups. Mint Condition. $15 for all. SOLD

Vintage Broche flower Holder. $10 SOLD

Vintage Leaf Broche flower Holder. $10

SOLD

Bottle 1 $7 SOLD

Bottle 2 $7

SOLD

Children's Boot Birdhouse $10

Vintage Black Beauty and P.T. Barnum Books. both for $10 SOLD

Vintage Baby Scale. Some rusting but works and is in good condition. $15

Vintage Artex Paint Can. Good Condition. $10 SOLD

Vintage Zebra Needlepoint $10

Vintage Alligator Needlepoint $10

Any of these pics for $10 (I posted some separately)

1982 ET. Dated. In mint condition! $10 SOLD

Vintage Tupperware '70's S&P. The salt has a little wear but otherwise in great condition! $5 SOLD

If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact me:

clrudd10@hotmail.com

Thanks for looking!

ONLINE GARAGE SALE!!!

Hey all!
I've decided that I'm going to jump onboard with the latest online technologoy.....an ONLINE GARAGE SALE! I actually borrowed this idea from a couple of my other 'junking buddies' who had one, and it sounds like a lot of fun!
This Sat and Sun, check out my blog: http://www.rustandsplinters.blogspot.com/ for some great bargains!
Spread the word and be sure and say hello!!!
cynthia

I'm Back!!

Happy First Birthday, Jensen Sade Casey!!!!

Here is an 'initial' piece made from different elements. The "S" came from an old metal porch rail and the "C" is an old tricycle fender. She can use the "C" to display a picture or maybe baby shoes....

Wow!

This piece is made from an old meat grease drainer.

Has it really been almost 2 months since I posted a blog?????

We have been feeling under the weather for several weeks now, but I'm finally convinced that I think we're gonna make it.

I promise I will try and do better in the future for more postings more often...bad blogger...shame!

Also, I am toying with the idea of having an online GARAGE SALE sometime in the future....so be on the lookout! It should be lots of fun!! (Thanks to Margo and Mindy for the idea!)

Meanwhile....here's the latest happenings in my junk world.

Grandchild #5 (Grandaughter Jensen Sade Casey), will be celebrating her BIG 1 birthday, February 28th. So....since I'm not your typical Grandmother, you certainly couldn't expect me to give her a 'typical' First BD present, right? Here is the result of 'junkin' fun Grandma wooped up...just for her!

Thanks for stopping by....leave a comment...would love to hear from other bloggers out there!

C

It's Christmas Time!

Here are a few pictures of some of my Christmas Trees this year. Over the past years, I usually have 13 trees, but this year I scaled down to 6. This year was also the year of repurpose, recycle and economize.

This is an old bicycle wheel with a light and some ornaments. I've received a lot of comments on this fun chandy!

We went out in the woods and cut this great tree branch...wala...another fun 'Christmas Tree'.....the price was right!!

My dining room centerpiece. A nice old gentleman gave this

great rusty toolbox!! He's still shaking his head in desbelief!






Great old clipboards!!! Instant art!

My Junkmarket Tree....Grandkids and Cannines rule!

The dining room...

I collected these glasses over the summer....people couldn't

give them to me fast enough! This would be great if you were hosting a New Year's Party...guests could just untie their glass for a toast!

I hope that you and all of the special persons in your life have a Grand Holiday Season and a Fruitful 2009!!! God Bless from Rust and Splinters!

Projects For Sale!

Here are a few fun projects I made this week that are for sale. You pay S&H.

Enjoy!

Board slats $12.00

Scrabble boards are attached to wooden boards for stability.

$12.00 ea.

Small Milk Bootle w/Ornament. (spoon is not included. It is just shown to give you an idea of the size) $12.00





Bottles and Box $19.95

Bottles are removable so you can change out for the seasons.

Fish Bowl Bottles and Ornaments

$19.95