Jo Med Posted June 14, 2012 Share Posted June 14, 2012 Glad you like the teaser pic - all is not what it seems - chuckle. Had a great finging day today - got the ************** stuck to the main building - fixed a few little gappy problems, finished the floor, made some door handles and even started on the roof - my supplies arrived today. First time I've done a roof like this so its a learning experience. I solved a lighting problem that was concerning me too - so all in all a pretty good day - just wish the good ones came a little more often. Even my husband is starting to see what its supposed to be and he has no creative vision whatsoever - lots of other qualities but imagination isn't high on the list either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selkie Posted June 14, 2012 Share Posted June 14, 2012 Wowzers !! Everyone is getting along so far with their flings. I'm still at the "lives in the box" stage. Life hasn't let up for a second yet. Graduation is tomorrow and regular school ends next week. Then .... maybe ... I can take some time to find the tabletops and floors of my studio and wood shop so I can begin. I think I'm going to have to pare down my ideas due to time limitations now but I'm still crossing my fingers that I can pull something off. Congrats to everyone so far. LOVE the teasers ... keep them coming. I'm living vicariously thru you guys right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CheckMouse Posted June 14, 2012 Share Posted June 14, 2012 Oh, I've GOT to quit reading this thread! DH and I don't feel up to making this cross-country move by ourselves this time (decreased muscles, decreased energy) so we had an appraiser from a moving company come over yesterday. I took him out to my craft cottage and said "EVERYTHING GOES!" Showed him the little Spring Fling sitting forlornly on the workbench. He admired my dollhouses - them measured them and tap-tapped on his computer. I'm afraid the rates went up right there but that's too bad. I have pushed aside my mini-endeavors for so many years, and at this stage in life have finally been able to indulge in my passion. NOTHING will be left behind - except my beloved craft cottage. But I'm swapping that for a full basement so I think I can adjust. I'm trying to explain all this to Little SF - that he has to wait awhile Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morgansmith Posted June 14, 2012 Share Posted June 14, 2012 CJ~ I am sooooo happy for you. Your fling isn't forlorn, just afraid he (she?) was going to be left behind. Just go out and tell all the dollhouses they are moving too. I bet I'll hear the cheering clear down here in Oregon 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
otterine Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 Awesome teaser, Jo! After a few days off from the fling, I got a part completed tonight that I had been trying to figure out last weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 I do love the look of mosaic tilework... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo Med Posted June 16, 2012 Share Posted June 16, 2012 Finished all the big jobs on the main building so its just painting and a bit of landscaping and the interior accessories which I hope to make myself - done a few bits and pieces but plenty still to do. On Monday I plan to start on the little addition which will be scratch built - totally new experience for me. I've stared and stared and propped bits of wood here and there but I have no real idea how to do this - hopefully all will become clear once I actually start. It seems like a whole bag full of hassle for a bit that will be little more than landscaping in a way - not a real building in its own right. Cheering on the rest of the flingers and Selkie - good luck I hope you manage to crack open the box next week. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THmini2 Posted June 16, 2012 Share Posted June 16, 2012 I picked up all the wood I need for the landscaping today. Now just to figure out how to put all together the way I want it to look. No, I do not have the building done yet. lol. Still deciding on a few things there also. But it will get there. I should have most of tomorrow to FLING!! It is getting very dark out. I hope this means RAIN! We have not had any rain for about a month. Also very little in may. Fing on everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo Med Posted June 17, 2012 Share Posted June 17, 2012 Still propping bits of wood here and there and doing lots of staring - might get some tools out tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chapchap73 Posted June 17, 2012 Share Posted June 17, 2012 Still drawing plans and trying not to stare at the cabinet my kit is languishing in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THmini2 Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 I actually got the platform for the landscaping made. Now to "plant". I did some more painting on the builsing. I was productive this weekend! Felt good! Still a lot to do yet though. But it will get there. YEAH! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
otterine Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 I'm at that point where I do a little, let that dry...do a little, let that dry. It's a lot of stop and start, but it is coming together! I got my lighting installed this weekend, too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo Med Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 Spent today cutting plywood with a craft knife - would you believe how sore my arms and hands are. Have the bones of a****** and a ******* - just got a bit more plywood hacking to do tomorrow. I even made tabs n slots for my scratch built thingy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
what2craftnow Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 Sounds like everyone is a WHOLE lot busier on this than me...ruh roh. I finally attempted to work on at least a tidbit of it today ~~~ a tree grows in Spring Fling-land, albeit a rather sad tree at the moment, no paint, no leaves...just a frame, but ~~~it is a start. Just seems too darn hot to work on anything, and my mind has been drifting more towards upcoming vacation than on Flingin'. I keep telling myself there will be plenty of time when I get back..and I'm still not leaving for 2-1/2 weeks!!..LOL How's THAT for procrastinating??? At any rate, I thought I'd throw in another teaser pic...been so windy here, this shot seemed rather appropriate. Now where did I put those tiny ruby slippers? <cackle> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-defunct account- Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Chris, I think I know exactly where you're headed. Can't wait to see if I'm right or wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
otterine Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Hmm...I suddenly want a pair of black and white wide striped socks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Hmm...I suddenly want a pair of black and white wide striped socks! looking down, sees black and white wide socks on feet... LOL, now this sounds intruiging!!, Hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandan Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Totally off topic, but had an amazing time in New Orleans, I have to move there. gave me amazing ideas and the desire to try and fling as best I can...may not get done in time but hey, it's flinging ! Thank you Holly for a wonderful visit , sorry we didn't get the time to spend more time! But you mustttttt get here and visit and do your check in to Ron's ! Brandaen 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Not sure when, but I expect we'll have to do a trip to visit inlaws down your way. Y'all, Brandaen & friends are nice guests, and he's just as brilliant a miniaturist as all the other forum family members I've had the joy to meet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandan Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 You are super kind Holly, I don't feel brilliant lol but thank you !! Today, I wanted to just move lol...grab my stuff and just head back to New Orleans ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaC Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 Totally off topic, but had an amazing time in New Orleans, I have to move there. gave me amazing ideas and the desire to try and fling as best I can...may not get done in time but hey, it's flinging ! Thank you Holly for a wonderful visit , sorry we didn't get the time to spend more time! But you mustttttt get here and visit and do your check in to Ron's ! Brandaen Welcome back Brandaen, So very glad you had a great time. That is probably an understatement. ohhh brudder you are flinging :-) glad to know that. I use to like different shades of green but I am about to change my mind. Someone told me there are dings in the interior wood and I had not seen them until this morning when I put a first coat of paint on. Have to fill, dry and sand then go again. Thank goodness I am through with painting trims. Think I will work on the outside a bit after I do the filling. ta, lc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo Med Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 Glad you enjoyed your time in New Orleans Brandan and its great that you were inspired to start fingling - go Brandan. I made lights today - ...................and they work (wipes sweat off brow) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brandan Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 I love making lights ! Can't wait to see !! I'm living vicariously through others while I get my self in order lol. My flinging might be late but I have a tremendous idea ... It's making me crazy , but my wallet says .... No sir lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellyannmo Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 ok... so I caved.... another sneak peek 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jo Med Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 Very pretty Kelly and incredibly neat I must say - I'm guessing you are nearly finished then. I've gone forward 2 steps and back 1 today. I wasn't happy with one of the things I made (an earlier sneak peek) so broke it apart and have to start again now. Its a good job we have the extra time this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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