Autumn Leaves

Seasons are changing and the holidays are quickly approaching.

Take a moment, to relax and do a little shopping before the holiday rush sets in.

I'm always here to assist you with any special orders or questions.

Just click on the link below.

                Thistleandvine.etsy.com

Homegrown & Handmade Lavender

We create luxurious soaps, highly scented soy candles, sachets, stress bags, bath salts, sugar scrubs & tub teas.

            Our main concentration is on quality.

Lavender given as a gift signifies luck or devotion. Additionally, it is known for its comforting and calming properties. Few other herbs can rival its usefulness. 

The most popular use of lavender is to soothe and relax.

Natural oils in lavender can treat hyperactivity, depression, insomnia, bacteria, fungus, and airborne molds. 

Lavender is also reported to help cure migraines and motion sickeness, and it was recently discovered to increase circulation.

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Shopping in Strasburg

This article was copied from http://blog.authenticbandb.com/
Thursday, January 20, 2011

Shopping in Strasburg

Established in the early 1700's, Strasburg remains much the same. The old town charm quickly takes hold as you stroll past quaint shops on tree-lined streets and hear the clip-clop of Amish horse and buggies going on their way. With each step, you step back in time - to the days when the town served as a trade center and stagecoach stop between Philadelphia and Lancaster.

From cozy bed and breakfasts to magnificent theatrical productions to unique quaint shops Strasburg is the community has something for everyone. While you are here ride in an authentic Amish buggy, take a trip to Paradise aboard an historic steam train and explore the quiet back roads past rolling hills and real working Amish farms, or simply enjoy a quiet walk thru town and embrace our old fashioned hometown feeling.

As an Innkeeper, I am often asked by guests " Where can I shop for unique, handmade gifts for my ..."(fill in babysitter, petsitter, grandchildren, best friend etc.) The home town feeling you'll get when in Strasburg is exemplified in my favorite store in town, Thistle and Vine 10 West Main Street in the square in Strasburg. Upon entering the store each guest is cheerfully greeted by the owner Dee and the scent of her homegrown and handmade lavender soaps, bath salts and other aromatherapy products. There is something for everyone in Thistle and Vine, and each product is locally made and, if not hand made by Dee, they are hand picked from local artisans and crafters. Dee personally creates all the beautiful jewelry, the individually designed seasonal wreaths and silk flower arrangements, soy candles and aromatherapy products. Her store motto is "Remember to keep the American dream alive, buy from an American artist".

She is also the chair for two craft fairs, one in the spring (held the Saturday of Memorial day weekend) and one in the fall (held the Saturday after Thanksgiving) . Please check her blog for details: http://www.thistleandvine.blogspot.com/ Submitted by Stephanie Kaminoff, Rose Garden Bed and Breakfast.

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Cold Winter Slumber

As the cold winter wind blows and the little town of Strasburg, PA enters into its slumber, I am busy creating new items for upcoming events in 2011. 

Our long awaited web site is now under way and should be ready soon. So stay tuned........

Happy New Year!!

2010 is coming to an end and 2011 is full of  Hopes, Dreams and Possibilities.
At Sunday mass not to long ago, Father Leo Goodman said " Dream your Dreams "  Don't be afraid!
We have so many plans and dreams for this year, We also have a few hurdles to overcome but I know with the help, support and love of family & friends we will make 2011 another fun filled adventure.
Here's to wishing you & your's all the best in the New Year! 

What I want for Christmas

Every Christmas you always hear people discussing what they want or where they went.

What I want more than anything this year is for my friend & everyone that is sick to be cured.

I want children with no families, to be given a secure warm home  full of love and happiness.

I want homeless people to never have to worry about food and shelter & heat.

What a Wonderful Christmas it would be if all my wishes could come true.

May your holidays be filled with  miracles.  I pray that mine will.

 

Winter Wonderland Arts and Crafts Bazaar

Attention Every One!!! 
"The Winter Wonderland Arts and Crafts Bazaar" will be on Saturday November 27, 2010 from 8am to 3pm. 
Space is still available If you'd like to participate this year.
Email me at ThistleandVine@aol.com 

Fall is on it's way...

Our 45 year old Oak trees are signaling it's that time of year again.
Time to harvest all our lovinly grown gifts from the earth,
Time for our children to return to their school time routines.
Summer has flown by so quickly that I can't believe it was here.
We had the worst humidity this summer that it brought back memories of living down south-
Oh, what wonderful memories!
I have to admit we did have some cool storms this summer.
Memorial day started our summer with lightening and flash floods, there's nothing like watching the sky when there's a storm.
We ended our summer in Cape May, NJ.
Have I ever mentioned how much I love Cape May?
Although my husband was weary of Hurricane Earl hitting while we were there, I talked him into it and he was happy that I did.
Labor day weekend ended with beautiful weather. The ocean waves were so amazing to watch, the turbulance and the color change that the storm had caused .
We returned refreshed and ready to face the crazy days ahead of juggling school & work schedules.
Have a wonderful Autumn everyone, take a moment to admire the wonders of nature.

July is gone in a blink

Where did July go??
It seems as if I blinked and it was gone.
So much has happened this month that I'm still trying to process everything.
My friend lost her sister last night to a brain tumor,
My heart hurt so much for her last night as we drove the half an hour drive to her sister's home, a trip that we've made weekly so the sisters could have a few quiet moments together. 
My friend left Tuesday with a smile her sister had given her, only to return last night to face her families tears.
It reminds me to treasure quiet talks, smiles and special moments that are now memories.

My prayers are with you...

School's Out

Congradulations Gracie!   She graduated from kindergarten on Friday but had to return to school until today.  She was so cute leaving school today kicking off her shoes for the rest of the summer.  Now the fun begins! 

What a Wonderful May Morning!

May is here again ! Flowers are springing up out of their sleeping places and looking for the sun.  Sound familiar ? 

I'm so happy to feel the warm sun on my face and get out in the garden and plant.  Have I ever mentioned that this is really my favorite season? 

Everything just feels so fresh, How can I help but feel inspired to create something new.

What a day!

Sorry that it's been forever since I've updated this blog, I need to find someone to help me with the internet stuff,  I'm terrible with updates.
Today was so much fun, Our day started out with decorating for a surprize baby shower, which turned out to be a complete success!
The weather was a beautiful 76* degrees and should last through the weekend, so if you're  thinking about visiting Strasburg, PA. This would be a wonderful weekend to do it.

Looking Forward

I'm so excited Spring is almost here! We are busy creating our special tea cup arrangements, and adding new items daily. 

                               

In Search of Faschnats !

Tuesday Morning started out with a road trip to Columbia, PA.

In Search of Faschnats!

Our trip turned out to be quite an adventure, the side streets in Columbia are an obstacle course of ice and snow from this months past snow storm.

We stumbled across a cute little bakery The Flour Child, hoping that they had faschnats, but to our disappointment they didn't!

The owner Alixe was so nice, she gave us directions to Holy Trinity Catholic Church and a few other places.

If you're ever in Columbia, PA and need any pastries, or a good cup of coffee, Stop by The Flour Child, It is so cute and smells wonderful!

On my girls next day off, We will be heading back to Columbia looking for those big chocolate frosted cupcakes .

                                  Alixe, Thanks for your kindness!

Celebrate Love!

Valentines Day is February 14th!

I think this should be a National Holiday!

Everyone should get the day off from work & school!

 A whole day to relax and focus on the Importance of  "Love" in our Lives.

What a positive difference it might make in the world.

Check Your Medicine Cabinets!!

I recieved this in my email this morning and felt it necessary to share. Please check your medicine cabinets.

Tylenol Expands Recall To Include Motrin and Children’s Medication

Johnson & Johnson issued a massive recall of several Tylenol products because of a moldy smell that was making people sick. The recall has now expanded to include Motrin, St. Joseph’s aspirin, and some types of children’s medicine.

Click the link below to find a complete list of products that include Tylenol Extra Strength, Rolaids and a number of children’s medicines. Don’t forget to forward this article along to anyone who you think might have a bottle of Tylenol on their medicine shelf!

The Food and Drug Administration slammed the McNeil Healthcare LLC, the manufacturers of Tylenol, for their slow response to problems at a facility in Puerto Rico that was responsible for the tainted pills. The FDA said that McNeil knew about the problem back in 2008, but only made a limited investigation into the problem.


Check your medicine cabinet!                                                           http://www.top-colleges.com/blog/2010/01/20/tylenol-expanded-recall/?isrc=Asdf#none

Handmade Primitive Antique Quilt Pillow

$20.00

Quick Winter Pick me up

Thought I'd share something that really is wonderful!
Here's a nice little Homemade Winter Pick me up.

Soothing Mask

1 cup plain yogurt (it feels particularly great straight from the fridge)
½ cup oatmeal (nothing fancy here — any type works)


Mix together and apply to your face; leave on for 15 minutes then rinse with warm water and a washcloth. (If your skin is oily, add a few drops of lime juice to the mix. Dry skin? Stir in two tablespoons of honey.)

Annual Winter Slumber

January is has arrived with its wind and snow.

Sight and Sound Theater and Strasburg Railroad have closed for their winter break, Our little town has settled into it's Annual Winter Slumber.

I will be keeping myself busy rearranging and creating new items, along with trying to play catch up with finishing  "Special Orders".

If you need to pick up a Gift or Special Order, (or trade a good book you just finished) during these unpredictable winter months.
Email me at ThistleandVine@aol.com or call 717-687-6186.

Happy New Year!!!

In The Wee hours of 2010, I'm already up and excited about My New Years Resolution! Have you made one? For 2010, My Goal and Resolution is to focus on being more Organized. Here's my short term plan. Maybe this can work for you too! Today I'm going to create a check list of every thing I want or need to get done this Year. Than I will make a focus for each month. Each month will be broken into how many weeks are in that month. Each day of the week I will set 5 goals. ( They don't have to be big.) I'm starting out small because that seems to work best for me. I don't know about you but I sometimes get overwhelmed by the big picture but if I break it down into little check lists I'm ok. I carry a little pocket calendar for bills that need to be paid and items that need to go out so I will just expand on that and paper clip my daily to do list to that. If you have any great ideas or tips Please share. I'm sure if we stay organized, This will be a successful year!