And the move begins......

with the approvals of all inspections including the occupancy yesterday, we are on the move!

Still lots of activity at the work site but outside for the most part.  

The irrigation is going in today and the walks and patio as well.  Plants and shrubs next but that will be my department and I'm looking forward to getting my hands in the dirt!

Internet Provider will also be here this morning to see if we're going to be able to pick up a signal, keeping my fingers crossed on that as we don't have a lot of options out here!  

Anyway, lots of happening and lots of boxes and small stuff on the move.  The big items will move on Saturday with the help of the boys, Chaddy, Addy, Scott, Mike and of course Wayne.  Trevor would love to be here but he's working in TX right now.  

Anyway enough of the move....I will have updates when it's done with some pics to share!

I wanted to tell you all about a really good "Garage Sale" coming up next week....

Yes, I said garage sale, but believe me, it's not just any old garage sale because it's at.....

HighButton Shoe ~ Patricia Byers!

For all the info visit her site at

www.picturetrail.com/highbuttonshoe

I can't wait to get there to see all she has!  

See you there :)

From the Farm.....

and moving down the Lane!

Sharon

A front door welcome.......

from the newest home here on the Farm!

We're almost there, lots of little jobs to take care of but in hopes of final inspections next week with the move happening on Saturday!

Once moved in I promise lots of pics so you can all see how things are turning out.....I know I have been promising pictures, and I do have many taken but just not organized and in an album yet.  I have spent countless hours at the Lane and it has left little time for anything other than the the things I have to do.  Like the hairstyling, school board, cooking, laundry...and I can't say cleaning with a straight face, if you could only see the Farmhouse, oh my goodness!!

We did get the first complete construction clean done at the Lane last weekend.  With the help of some great friends, Nancy, Terri, Elsa and Julie and of course my niece BillieJo, we were able to clean top to bottom with time for some fun to boot.  

Nancy came bearing a full course lunch, Terri with the music to clean by and Elsa and Julie with cleaning supplies....and all with smiles and energy! 

Billie came on Thursday and stayed through Tuesday and was such a huge help.

Nancy has helped more days than I can count....

Counting my blessings that I have such wonderful people in my life!

Also wanted to let you know that you'll most likely receive an update from the Lane as well.  I know I said I would be eliminating this site but there have been some changes so for the time being I will be continuing to post from the Farm as well as the Lane.  Some of the posts will be duplicates and some will not.  If you choose not to receive both or any you can do so by unsubscribing from this mailing.  Hoping you'll stay with us to see what's coming up!

Several sales/events in the planning for 2015.  The first one in July if we can be ready for it and the other dates aren't set yet.  We will have lots of great goods to share with you though....

that you can count on.  

Look for Fall from the Farm and Christmas too.....peaked your curiosity?

Stay tuned.....

From the Farm.....

and the Lane on the Farm :)

Sharon

p.s. Both of our emails are also good to use

saltboxfarm@yahoo.com or yellowdoglane@gmail.com

Ph # is 231-629-1385

Spring Break.....

and after looking at the date of my last post, I'm betting many of you thought I went off on break, never to return!

In my defense, I have been in "construction mode" for most of that time.  I have mastered (well, maybe I should say "learned") the skills of tiling and grouting.  I have also stained 1000 sq ft of wide plank pine, followed by three coats of poly....eleven doors, with stain and poly, pine cabinets painted, distressed and ready for stain.  Nanc helped me with the last two and Wayne was the muscle behind some of my grouting and both offered constant moral support as did my constant companion through it all, Sophie!

Seems I have dragged myself home every night the past month or more, wondering if I would make it to the shower and head to pillow on my own.  So far so good and the end of this mode is nearing.

Appliances will be delivered next Friday and lots of finishing will take place before then.

I have a PT album in the works with many pics to share of the construction adventure.  Will share the link with you when it's ready enough to show!

Speaking of "Spring Break".....I did have one....today!  Yes, just a day....a day away form the paint, stain, poly, drywall dust and all that goes along with it.  A day filled with chatter, laughter, antiques, good food, more chatter and lots more laughter....and the best part Friends!

Nancy and I were off early this morning to "Best Friends Antiques" in Blanchard, where it's always a joy to meet up with shopkeeper Diane and to view all of her wonderful wares.  Today was extra special as it was like old home week.  Everyone that walked through the door we knew or knew of.

Claudia & Sharon, Mary & Amy, Anne, Jo and Shelly....and of course my bestest Tilda and Myra.

Off soon to the restaurant with the latter two for that good food and a good dose of the chatter and laughter.  It was a most perfect day....didn't really notice the cold winds and rain mixed with snow on this dreary day of April.....  I was on spring break, finding treasures and warming my heart with good friends.  That was well enough to push the bad weather right away.

I will have to say though my thoughts went many times to my sweet friend Kay, who was supposed to accompany us but was feeling under the weather.....she was missed and hope this finds her feeling much better.

Who needs a Spring Break where it's warm and sunny with white beaches and blue waters when you can have a day like I had today?  I choose today!

And a little teaser before I bid you ado.....

Are you ready for a sale.....at the Farm.....Saltbox Farm?

Coming soon....stay tuned!!

From the Farm....heading for the Lane,

Sharon

A little Spring update......

Thursday March 5 ~ 7pm

www.picturetrail.com/yellowdoglane

Some handmades and a few other simple items to brighten your days into Spring!

This sweet little wool pillow will be amongst the offerings.....

hand stitched from a pattern by Primitive Gatherings!

Just a note to let you all know that I am working on getting all of you who requested to remain on our mailing list into a format so that I will be able to send from my email as well as from here on the site.  

I will let you know when I'm ready to start that and you will be given the opportunity to opt out of receiving either or both!  I know some of you might be receiving two of the same emails now as I also still send this from the Saltbox site.  I am in hope that by the next update I will have it all into one and it will all come from YellowDog.....possibly even the Lane!

We're getting closer ")

Check in and see what we have to offer tomorrow night @ 7pm

www.picturetrail.com/yellowdoglane

Almost from the Lane.....

Sharon

Happy March.....

but I'm still a bit baffled as to where February went!  

Our coldest February on record here in Michigan and I think the 4th coldest month ever recorded here in our area.....C O L D ! ! !

But....it is Michigan, and it was February....and now it's Michigan and it's March.....

let's hope for it to be at least a bit warmer!

Truthfully I looked and couldn't believe it had been half a month since I touched base with you all last....life is busy and my plate is a bit full is my excuse.

We are making steady progress towards our move to the Lane.  Walls are primed, ceilings are painted and the trim work will start going up this week with the painting of that to start next week.  Lights will be going up this week as well and the cupboards in the kitchen will be started.  

Hoping to start the flooring in the pantry, laundry and master bath as well.....lots happening!

I will share more pics with you all as soon as it looks like something worth sharing....right now it's all white!!

Wayne has been out of town/state working....Arizona, I know...how fair is that??  Just didn't work into the schedule this year for me to go for a visit with all that's happening, maybe next year.

He is on his way home and I have a list ready and waiting for him.....Sophie and I have been holding down the Farm for the past 2+ weeks and we're ready for the Big Guys return!

For any of you interested in the Spring issue of A Primitive Place magazine....

I have a few extras.  Email me at 

yellowdoglane@gmail.com if you might like one.

A reminder as well that I will be having a Barn Sale coming up....after the move of course but soon after is my hope.  BIG sale, lots of great items so stay tuned for that date as well as more to be added.

Thank you for your continued interest and support of us here at the Farm...soon to be Lane.

We appreciate knowing you have an interest in our world and all of the happenings here in the 

middle of the corn field!

We also love hearing from you so don't hesitate to post a comment or shoot us an email!

From the Farm,

Sharon

Brrrrr.......

and that's about enough said on that subject!!

Just stopping in and saying "hey" to all and passing on a bit of news......

For those of you following us here on the Lane, and the Farm as well you are aware of the designs I created last year in wool

"Season's and SaltGlaze"

Well......a major international  company who offers home decor and table top items has picked up two of my Season's designs.  The FallGlaze and the WinterGlaze.

Let's just say I'm just a bit more than excited over this all, I keep asking Wayne to pinch me just to make sure I'm not imagining it all!  I must also say that I am very humbled and thankful for this opportunity.  Sending a shout out to my friends, Pru, Addie and Cherry for their encouragement throughout the process.  I can't honestly say, I wouldn't have submitted the designs if not for the push these three great women gave me.  

I hadn't planned a trip to PA this year but once I got the news of the designs a very last minute decision was made to make a trip out to see the items set up in the showroom.  It also gave me the opportunity to hook up with Cherry and Addie....no Pru, unfortunately, and catch up on the past year.

I am busy now creating more designs for 2016 offerings and will keep my fingers crossed that they might like some of them enough to use.  I will be sure to keep you posted!  

Sharing the pictures of the items sent to me by Raghu.  These items will be for sale later this summer.  I will be listing places to purchase at a later date.  

The patterns for these designs as well as kits are available from 

YellowDog Lane, along with the SpringGlaze and SummerGlaze.

Contact us via email for more info.

Still at the Farm and getting closer to the Lane!

Sharon

p.s.  They are busy drywalling the house on the Lane these days...painting and some fun stuff next!

Slowly, but surely.....

the progress goes.  We spent several full days last week and the entire weekend getting the insulating done.  The drywall sheets were dropped and stacked yesterday.....

This pic is taken standing in the Gathering Room, Sophie is in the kitchen area

....and this one is also taken from the same room just looking down the short hallway to the guest bath and bedroom on the right and the master bed, bath and walk in to the right.  The enclosed area to the right in the forefront is our focal point of this room, the fireplace.  I think I am most anxious to see this done and aglow!

Drywall hangers are scheduled for tomorrow or Thursday and then the finisher.  Still lots to do but it is starting to look like something.  

I feel like I have been neglecting sending out updates, but along with all the happenings at the new house I have had several other things on my plate.  Some very exciting news that I will share with you in a few days or so.

Lots of BOE meetings and of course it's Basketball season so as the Coaches Mom I spend a lot of time polishing those bleachers!  

I had hoped for a small offerings update on the PictureTrail before Valentines Day but I don't see that happening....Easter for sure, and sooner if God willing and the creek don't rise!

Hoping all is well with all of you.....I miss seeing so many of your smiling faces and hearing of all that is happening in your world.  Would love some updates if you have the time.

I must add a "thank you" to sweet Kay......who keeps me in the loop and checks on me often.

From the Farm.....

on our way to The Lane!

Sharon

Our resident YellowDog.....

Here at the Farm/Lane turned 5 on Saturday!  We're a bit late in posting but things have been very busy with all we have going on here between packing up the Farm and working on the Lane, but.....

rest assured the Sophie Girl had a special day with lots of spoiling and new toys.  

She has turned in to somewhat of a "construction dog".....and a very pretty one at that!

Things are moving slow right now with the building.  The bitter cold weather we have continued to have is hindering some things.  I have no new pics to share with you right now....they would be of construction messes and 2 x 4s.   Oh, and lest I forget the rolls and batts and pieces of insulation!

I won't lie and say that is the most favorite job I've ever had, because I know you wouldn't believe me anyway.  It isn't the most difficult though!  At a halt now until inspections and then we'll finish that and move on to drywall.  Then we should see some progress.....I hope!!

That's all for today.....

Trying to get some things together to share with you in the next couple of days.

Coverlet hearts, Note cards, Goatsmilk Soap...... fun stuff!

Make it a great Monday!

Still from the Farm.....

Getting closer to the Lane,

Sharon

Our journey to the Lane.....

has began, and we are so happy that you've decided to join us as we work our way there!

What a better way to start out a new year than to move towards all things new....well, actually we are still lovers of "old", and although the house, address and all those things will be new, we will continue to share with you our love of all things old, early and country!

We will also be sharing our designs in wool, some handmades only from the Lane, a sale now and then and lots of classes.

Only a few are privy to this, but.....I will have a big studio/classroom/place to create room in the new house and I can't wait to start moving in to it and sharing!

This will be a busy few months to start out the new year but I do promise to post as much as I am able.  Please don't hesitate to email me with any questions at

yellowdoglane@gmail.com 

or follow us on our new FaceBook page at YellowDog Lane.

Most of those who know me are aware that I am not a true fan of FB, but.....I have many that follow me from there so I will maintain that presence, for now anyway, but always know you'll find everything you need to know by just following us here at

www.yellowdoglane.com

Much more to share soon.....

Until then,

Journeying to the Lane,

Wayne, Sharon, Sophie & Isabelle