Saturday, April 18, 2009

Look what Ray made....

I think I posted that Ray has been working on a fountain for our courtyard? He finally finished it today, isn't it wonderful? He made the moulds, poured them in concrete, made all the parts & we found the birds at Wal-Mart. He drilled holes in them, put tubes in to make them "spit" water. I LOVE birds as everyone who reads my blog knows, so they're perfect! He says now that it's done that there is a thing or two he'd change, but I like it they way it is! :-) Here is a pic from further in the yard of the whole courtyard.

On the stitching front, I started something new today... will post a pic when it's done, likely in a few days. :-) I have been going through more stash & OMG, I didn't know I had so much fabric. I have 70+ pieces I'm going to list on my sale blog soon, and I haven't even gone though it all yet. It's unreal.... enough said!

Thanks for stopping by! Oh, and be sure to go down a couple of posts & see the Online Needlework Show RAK. You have until Sunday night to leave your comment! :-) Have a great rest of the weekend!!

26 comments:

Leah said...
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Leah said...

Your husband is very talented! I love how neat,tidy, and symmetrical your courtyard is. :)

Deb said...

Wow! You've got one talented husband. It looks wonderful!

window into our life of love, joy, and adventures! said...

Wow! Your fountain is awesome!I am sure you are going to have some fun moments sitting by there!

Karen said...

Oh my goodness...that is wonderful! I can't he did all of that by himself...well I guess I can based on all the other things he has made. I am sure you will enjoy sitting out there listening to the birds.

Becky K in OK said...

I'd say your Ray is a keeper. Beautiful fountain.

Shari said...

how awesome!!!!
What a wonderful idea! And all from scratch! How cool!

missy said...

That is stunning!!! Great idea with the birds. Your courtyard look so serene!!

Cathy B said...

Hey Amy -- your Ray is a keeper. What a great job he did on that fountain. Find a nice comfortable chair and get comfy with some stitching next to it!

Shelleen said...

I am in awe! Dylan says it looks sick(means cool to us) he can't believe what Ray can do.

Diane (di) said...

Oh. my. goodness.
Simply beautiful Amy!!

Jennifer Ann Fox said...

Oh MY! That looks so good. I wish I could get my husband motivated to do this......

Dani said...

I love how your courtyard turned out. Your hubby did a great job!

Myrna said...

Amy -- that is absolutely beautiful! You have an awesome courtyard. It must be such a treat to sit out there, stitch, and enjoy the beauty! (please tell Ray it is wonderful!)

Daffycat said...

OMG Can I borrow Ray??? That looks awesome. I adore the birds, just perfect!

Enjoy your beautiful fountain, Amy!

Unknown said...

That's a gorgeous fountain, Amy! Your husband did a great job. I'm looking forward to your fabric sale list. :)

Terry said...

Amy it is gorgeous!! Tell your hubby GREAT JOB!!

Barb said...

How nice. Ray is talented. Also could you e mail me in private? I am having a problem getting into CSPals. Thanks Barbk14atjunodotcom

Nicole said...

Wow, I'm very impressed! That is beautiful!! I can't wait to see it in person - I'm sure the pictures don't do it justice! Congrats to Ray on finishing such big project!

Kathy said...

The fountain is gorgeous!!! I absolutely LOVE it!
Gee, I have a nice big back ysrd if Ray needs something else to do.

LOL

CindyMae said...

The fountain looks fantastic!! Wonderful job your hubby done. I think that would be my favorite place to sit and stitch, what a great area at your home for some great outdoor stitching!

Andrea said...

Another stunning piece by Ray. Gorgeous!

Vonna Pfeiffer said...

Catching up....it is beautiful Amy, stunningly gorgeous (as is your home!)

Ellen S said...

The fountain is absolutely gorgeous!! Yes, he i very talented!! I love your house!!!

Ellen

Natasha said...

Amy, your DH is one talented guy. The fountain looks great and the weather is just starting to warm up for lots of enjoyment by it.
Natasha

Irene said...

Great fountain !