Monday, April 9, 2012

May Day Pockets

May Day marks the midpoint between the spring equinox and summer solstice.  The celebration of this beautiful season weaves through many cultures and is celebrated in many ways.  Today the tradition of "bringing in the May" is celebrated by the gift of giving sweet blossoms gathered and leaving your anonymous gift dangling from a doorknob (Also known as doorbell ditching)!!!  With May Day just around the corner here is a simple idea to fashion a sweet May Day pocket.



Sew a pocket with a tight zig zag stitch on burlap fabric.  Make sure to sew your pocket large enough to fit a mason jar or glass.  Trim your pocket with bits of vintage lace and trims.



Decorate your pocket with pretty ribbons and rhinestone buttons.  Use your stash of vintage goods to add a personal touch.  Fill your jar with gathered blossoms.  I love the crinkled ribbon (below) from our Marilyn.



Add a sweet tag to finish off your pocket with an anonymous message.
Pretty tag from Bluebird Lane




Happy spring!  xo Lorraine



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8 comments:

  1. vintageclementineApril 9, 2012 at 9:44 PM

    I love this idea - thanks for sharing! And I love all of your pics - very beautiful!

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  2. julie collingsApril 12, 2012 at 9:24 PM

    so sweet, i have to make one of those.
    is that you with straight hair? gorgeous!!
    xo

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  3. Just a bed of rosesApril 13, 2012 at 7:18 AM

    Thank you for inviting Just a bed of roses to visit your blog, congratulations and I think it's a must for your Salon group, love that salon photo!

    It will be fun to visit and see what you creative girls are up to. We know some of you and totally enjoy our friendships made.

    Your a joy Lorraine and your eyes just sparkle with love! (has anyone told you that?) and you have good taste!

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    1. Lorraine LewisApril 18, 2012 at 3:03 PM

      Thank you Brenda for visiting our blog and for the sweet comments you have left our way. Thank you also for your very sweet comment you are so very nice. I love your little shop and will be by to shop sometime soon :-)

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  4. Beehive Art SalonApril 13, 2012 at 3:24 PM

    These are so sweet Lorraine. I want to make some! Loves and hugs to you!

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    1. Cheryl Tempest BurtonApril 14, 2012 at 6:45 PM

      O.K., the above comment was from me, but I didn't know how to comment and just figured it out tonight! I wanted to tell you that your photos are amazing. I need to get a decent camera. It's pretty good for a little point and shoot, but has it's limitations. I like your hair style! Its fun to see you without your cute curls! Hope all is well with you. Good luck on the upcoming exams.

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  5. chrissyApril 30, 2012 at 9:55 PM

    i LOOOOOVe this idea. Tomorrow is MAY DAY...do you think I can pull one or two off?

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  6. Barbara JeanJanuary 15, 2013 at 7:22 PM

    too cute. my first time here.off to look around.

    blessings
    barb

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