Come Create with Me Fall Class

Rusty Knob Prims presents Fall Class September 21 and 23 9 -11:30 am or 1-3:30 pm sign up now to get a seat, class size limited. $15 per person sign up and pay in-advance deadline September 20, 2017. Email me at rustyknobprims@yahoo.com to pay online or at 1st Street Emporium. Bring your own soup can and Come Create with Me Award winning Prim Doll Artist Char Hosea. You will create a Canned Cat or Pumpkin Doll Center Piece. 

Come join the Fun! and Pumpkin Treats

*Children welcome under 12 must be accompanied by an adult

sign up early deadline September 20th to get into the class. 

My heart is over joyed and humbled. Over the weekend I was awarded Judges Choice for my painting at the local Fine Arts League. Artist Tim Deibler and judge is an oil teacher, writer, photographer and has won many awards, he is best known for his stunning portrayal of nature in oil, he loves painting the rugged mountain peaks and desert canyons and the pounding surf. 
 Lost Roses is a comfort to me I put my heart and soul into it as it comforts me in my losses.   

I have three sisters and two brothers we are grieving the losses of great magnitude in our lives the years the loss of each other, the loss of connection.  However, love and memories remain attached in my heart, so much beauty overlooked and trampled underfoot.  

   

I have been counseling a post-abortive precious one this year. She has come so far, amazing the work God does in one’s heart when we lead and in the heart of the one who is lead.  My God is so big.  This is for all the grieving girls who choose abortion over life because we simply did not know the TRUTH. And to my sisters and brothers as we grieve loss of each other and one who raised us. 

 Lost Roses

Are you one of the lost roses?

Seems so long ago, it was

They tended you with care…

The suddenly, love just wasn’t there.

Are you one of the lost roses?

Left alone, it grows up

Trampled underfoot…

So much beauty overlooked.

And yet, you survived,

You’re a stronger kind…

A prize-winning rose

Underneath a wild vine.

To your surprise,

Your petals are touched;

Just didn’t know

One could love you so much.

Are you one of the lost roses?

There is One who knows it,

Knows your heart of hurt…

He wants to be your Gardener.

He’s seeking you out

To make you His own rose.

Its time to be found,

Untangle from old woes…

Are you one of the lost roses

That he holds in his hand?

--Jan Willson ©

He heals the brokenhearted,

    and binds up their wounds.

Psalm 147:3

CDA Tiny House Challenge

Cloth Doll Artistry tiny house challenge is a great way to start the year in prim style.  The challenge called for us to create a tiny house stitch it, sew it , glue it, quilt it, draw it or what ever your medium is.  I decided to use a cutter quilt for my tiny houses. For Rusty Knob Prim doll patterns visit my Etsy site. 

Hope you enjoy then and we would love to have you join us at CDA. 

Follow Your Heart

Follow Your Heart

One of my greatest treasures is my long-lasting friendships.  I call them oak tree friends.  Oak wood is strong and holds up to the test of time, beautifully displayed in an old piece of furniture with time worn lines.  Laughter and hardship give us our beauty lines and strength to endure.  If you are an oak tree friend, each of you can pick up where you left off even when years have passed the loyalty lasts. 

Several of my dearest friends sent unexpected packages and I am sure you could hear me squeal when opening each bundle.  Enclosed in a small box wrapped in colored tissue paper I found vintage lace, ribbons, and vintage handmade cloths.  She followed her heart sending a little note of encouragement.  A package of fabrics arrived one afternoon in the winter bringing sunshine into the dark of the day.  She followed her heart sending delightful buttons.  Another sent a box of vintage fabrics, buttons, and lace.  She followed her heart and asked if she could send more to inspire.  The marvelous part is they all coordinated with each other.  When we follow our heart, amazing things transpire and not forgotten but treasured and shared.

The heart felt counsel of a friend

is a sweet as perfume and incense

Proverbs 27:9

Free Pattern Just For YOU

Sign up for my sneek peek newsletter at www.rustyknobprims.com.  See MORE patterns at The Rusty Knob for purchase. See these Hearts and many prim dolls published in Prims Magazine  2011-2017

New Prim Doll Elizabeth

 

Elizabeth Prim Doll is the 1st place winner in the

portrait doll division at the Colorado State Fair 2015.

A one of a kind art piece.

She will make a great art piece in your home bringing you

comfort and a smile.  She will come to you signed by the

Prim Doll Artist Char Hosea. 

She sits at 11" and over all length is 20" she sports a wool

felted creamy white hat, pink and black polka dot dress with a

stripped under slip.  Striped Annie legs and a portrait painted

face.  Elizabeth's hair is black and spun wool and she holds a

grey felted wood dove in her sculpted hand. 

Only $ 169.00 Free shipping in USA only

Contact me for questions before purchasing as all sales are final.

What's New link for Elizabeth Prim Doll

 



 

 Come Create With Me

Join me for

our 4th annual Dickens Fest Ornament Class

Penelope Pig and Her Young-ins Published in Prims Magazine spring issue 2015

 available at rustyknobprims.com.com or order online at Etsy want a young-in too convo me on Etsy or email me at www.rustyknobprims.com.

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Clowing Around with Ronnie and DeeDee Prim Collector Dolls

Rusty Knob Prims presents 

 Clowning Around With Ronnie and DeeDee in Prims Magazine Winter Issue 2015 

Order your very own set of Prim Clowns today

 at www.therustyknob.com 

only $219.99 for the collector set hand made with clown suitcases and a custom initial included , hand painted, signed and shipped to you in the U.S.  

shipped out the 2nd week of March just in time for  spring gift giving.  Need them sooner contact me.

Arts and Craft show tomorrow in Sugar City

Join us in Sugar City  tomorrow Saturday November 15th  for our annual arts and Craft show 9-4 come early for the best selection and stay for Chili lunch or come late for the best show deals offered by select booths.   See my new creations and sign up for Dickens Fest Ornament class Dec 6th in La Junta. Cant make it sign up on line too at therustyknob.com

3rd Annual Dickens Fest

Join in as we celebrate our 3rd Annual Dickens Fest

We will be creating these adorable mice carolers for the 3rd annual ornament class.
Classes will be held at the 1st Street Emporium 112 W 4th Street (hwy 50) in La Junta 9-11 am or 12:30- 2:30 class size is limited hurry in or click on the link to get your tickets only $ 11 per person.

Dickens Fest Ornament Class click here

Pallet Project and Art Show

Pallet Project and Fall Art Show

Each October our community holds an Art Walk and Artistic Expressions art group holds our annual art show at a local art studio. This year South East Colorado Creative Partnership (SECCP) gave the creative community a monthly recycle challenge.  This month the project was to recycle a pallet. The projects were displayed for the Art Walk.

With the help of my dear husband and my sister-in-law we were able to create these adorable primitive style wheelbarrows.  Thanks to Cliff for the muscle and  Denise Hosea for the wheels and to Innovative Water Technologies who donated the pallets for my project. Thanks for teaming up with me to create a  primitive fall experience. I just love the Mums!

 Happy Fall ya all!

Char
see you next week at the Fowler Craft show 8:30-3
www.therustyknob.com

Ask Me Why I Am Celebrating

Ask Me Why I Am Celebrating?

Give thanks unto the Lord for He is good

 

 

 

Ask me why I'm celebrating has been my question for the last six months.  God has healed me I've been given my own miracle and a second chance for which I'm grateful.

 My Dr. changed my diagnosis and my treatment plan in 2011 and since then my body is procuring a new healing process and gaining strength.  The brain is healing I am able to speak after nine and a half years (9 1/2) of silence and imprisonment with in my own body.

I"m blessed to have the loving support of my best friend and husband also the love and support of our son and his family. 

I am encouraged to have amazing friends and close friendships. I am thankful to those who have believed in me and supported me with help, kindness, rides, hugs and encouragement. 

Most importantly with out a personal relationship with my Lord and Savior I could not have risen above the current that threated to take me down so many times over the last ten years of hardship and struggle.  Through the struggle I have grown in character and understanding of who God made me.   I am celebrating change and the renewed person God has created in me. 

 

How are you celebrating?

A year ago we were celebrating live and today  our family celebrated the first birthday of our # 2 grandson. 

 

Buy hand made dolls  and soap here www.therustyknob.com

Primitie Paper Pattern Sammie Snowman, Rudy Reindeer or Pumpkin In Boots

Paper Pattern with Sammie Snowman, Rudy Reindeer and Pumpkin in Boots get yours to just in time for the holidays click here go to pattern link.  Rusty Knob Prim Dolls published in

 Somerset Holidays and Celebrations

 

 

 

 

Rudy Reindeer orSammie Snowman

Do you need a booth space to show and sell your wares and art? 

 Now opening up for applications

 Manzanola Trading Co

212 Park

Manzanola, Colorado

contact me

 

Booths take work, however the rewards can be positive.   Here are some tips when renting a space .  .

For the best booth for you pick a spot that makes you feel comfortable... if possible. 

 Use lots of different levels within the space to capture all ages of your audience.

   Keep it tidy and clean put your best foot forward.

    Keep a monthly inventory.

Work at the shop volunteer your time to get the know your community.  

Hope you can join us right here in SE Colorado.

See my new patterns get yours today at www.therustyknob.com

 

HOW TO MAKE PRIMITIVE STAIN

How to make primitive stain? 
1/2 cup instant coffee, cup of hot water you may want to add vanilla, cinnamon or other scents.
Using a large paint brush, sponge brush  or spray bottle stain your washed fabric, doll or other primitives. 

New release patterns 2014 Rudy Reindeer, Sammie Snowman, and Pumpkin in Boots designed by Char Hosea as seen in Somerset Holidays and Celebrations fall issue 2014 order at www.therustyknob.com on the WHATS new page or on  Etsy

 

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Have you been to a State Fair Doll Judging?

I went to the State Fair Judging for the first time since I have been entering my dolls in 2010.  It was informative and the Judge was very helpful. 

• I learned that for primitive dolls a finished edge can be a running stitch. 
• Elegant dolls must have finished edges no running stitch.
• A doll should have something in her hand animals are the best if appropriate.
• Pick a color that will make your doll "pop" when choosing your three colors.

It was beneficial for me to find out all that I was doing right.

 

Prim Tuesday

It's Tuesday and back to work on Fair Dolls hope its a great day for you too! Place  your order today leave me an email
Prim blessings,
Char

 

State Fair Primitive Dolls

Working on State Fair cloth primitive doll  entry's... what dolls to create,  did I say they need to be done this week.  Lord, grant me the energy and the focus to make the best of the best.  I have one finished for the bee contest she is so adorable I just love her Prim painted face, and new prim dress.

2011 First Place winner in the cloth dolls Pairs Division



Thank Heaven For Little Boys Chair Affair Project

Finished the Chair Affair Project with Grandson for him to give away. 

 

 

 Thank heaven for little boys!

In the Face of Adversity

In the Face of Adversity

 

 In 2007, it had been three years since my illness began leaving me unable to speak, many health issues, and days left without creating something to keep my hands busy.  As I began to prepare for a two-week stent of treatments away from home, I pondered what would be suitable to fill the hours keeping my hands busy and my body at rest.  I had had a quilt pattern book for many years that I just had not had time to create the quilts due to my busy work schedule and now this illness of mega portions with no end in sight… it was time and I began to pray for the strength to accomplish this project.  I mustered up the energy to pull the book out and began gathering cotton fabrics that I had on hand to fit the color scheme.  Trying hard to focus on one-step at a time and the finish line of having the piecing done before I was to leave in a few days I pressed on.  I found the directions simple enough for my mentally exhausted mind and body to comprehend.  I am not quilter by any means but one has to start somewhere.  I had it all pieced however, no backing or batting on hand.  When my husband asked what he could do to help me get ready I asked him to get my backing and batting.  I am grateful for his help and patience with me.  I was able to finish pinning the three together before we left for the treatments that day. 

Each day after a treatment, I hand stitch until sleep overtook me and then back at it when I was rested and ready to begin again.  This quilt encouraged me keep my focus on something other than myself and my health issues giving me a goal to accomplish, a sweet reward, and a reminder of  where we were at that time  and now how far we have come.  It is a beautiful reminder of learning endurance and accomplishment in the tough times of life.  It is an amazing reminder of all the prayers offered to my heavenly father during those years were not in vein, looking back to see how resilient we are when faced with adversity and feeling blessed to face yet another day, week and years since those early days. 
Still dealing with life as its been handed to me with a hopeful heart and courage to face everyday as a gift.  Thankful for stages of recovery looking forward to more.

Be still and know that I am God ---Psalm 46:10

 

A Debbie Mumm pattern

By Char Hosea

Primitive Doll Artist

La Junta

 

To see my quilt in Person visit

 Quilt Histories ... Voices Past and Present Presentation

August 16- September 27, 2014

John W Rawlings Heritage Center and Museum

560 Bent Ave, Las Animas , Colorado

 Special Events August 16, 23 and September 6


To Purchase Dolls or orders contact me on my web page