Whirl winds and the River Festival fun!



Three blocks in this direction is the Little Arkansas River,
where all the Festival fun is staged.



When you see a red heart apron hanging on the front door...2nd Street.
You've found me.



A few days ago, more dresses were added.
They are unique!



You may have noticed...the shelves are full of interesting finds.
My husband was awesome, fixing an old phone. I will try to add a photo of it sometime soon.

 Are you having a fantastic summertime? Lately life in Kansas has been like a whirlwind for me. Yesterday was the 13th day for the N2God Store to be open. We are open most Saturdays and business is beginning to pick up...a little. We are very thankful for everyone that visits the store. Our location is a little hard to find and I'm delighted when people return to take that 2nd look at an item or just want to visit. I've had some inspiring conversations about faith. I love this! I believe we have much to learn from one another and the N2God Store welcomes all faiths. There will always be diversity.  There are wonderful blessings for those who take time to embrace differences for others with kindness and understanding.

The Wichita River Festival began on Friday June 3rd. That fun is only three blocks East of the N2God Store. I created the paper flag to hang in front of the store. I'm not sure how long it will last...it is so pretty. We sat out heavy items that would stay anchored. Whirl winds...oh yeah! Some real nice people stopped in, a few to just cool off. I got a kick when I learned the festival offered a 'Toddler Run' for one of the events and it was going on this particular Saturday. Families together having a good time, that's what Saturdays were made for.

Some weeks back I decided to hang some 'Vintage' and dated dresses in the East window. Nothing was happening there. It has created some interest as I'm pairing the outfits up with shoes and 'Vintage' jewelry that was tucked away. Yesterday, after hours I worked hard with the window dresses...cleaning and chasing the cob webs trying to make their homes in those very hard to reach places. Old buildings can really be a pain as the plastered walls 'left unpainted' continue to deteriorate...I sweep up the sand on a regular basis.

My biggest effort was preparing the wedding dress to rehang. Last week I bought a wonderful 'brand new' 'huge ballroom?' dress slip at my favorite elite store. It is more that perfect for the wedding gown. What a deal it was $2.98. I don't like saying it but I will...what a deal, what a steal. The wedding dress is now a dreamy display. The tinkle lights...maybe added later. Something worth waiting for I promise! The wedding dress has caught the eye of one of my friends...we'll see.

Hope you have a great weekend! If you're in town...stop by for a cup of tea.

Altered frog wind chimes for sale!

The altered Frog wind chimes were so much fun
A message tag is added which reads
"Fully Rely On God"

before...



....after.



Take a leap of faith and remember to

F.R.O.G. = Fully Rely On God!

If we were more willing to see the good and the beautiful things that surround us...

'We too often focus only on the negative aspect of life. If we were more willing to see the good and the beautiful things that surround us, we would be able to transform our families. From there, we would change our next-door neighbors and then others who live in our neighborhood or city. We would be able to bring peace and love to our world which hungers so much for these things.'

+Mother Teresa of Calcutta

Happy Easter!

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Happy Easter! Happy Spring!

God loves you more than anything!
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N2God Store announcement

Girl's day in...one Saturday in February



A morning smile...spending the day with someone very special!

So much to choose from!

'It was a girl's day in...this Saturday in February'

This Saturday in February was certainly a 'girls day in' at the N2God Store. It was way too cold to be out doors doing ANYTHING and I guess that included out shopping too because the store was very quiet again. I know God is going to bring the visitors in....I just have to be patient and stop wondering 'When God when?'

A couple of us dived into a 'brand new to us' art craft called altered books and purses. Amy made the most incredibly cute altered purse from a red old hard back book. It turned out cuter than the dickens and she completed it in one day. I was told we may see and hear more about her creation a little later...

Important update: Unfortunately there wasn't enough interest to have the 'Make an altered book crafting classes' on April 9 and 16 at the store. I'm sorry. Maybe later. I'm one who is quite intrigued with this art expression and my full book shelves are are giving me fresh ideas to alter them. Yep, I'll be having fun with this craft for years to come.

On this day I worked on my first altered book which is titled 'Patty goes to Roma'. Remember the old movie, Giget goes to Rome? The hardback book I found had the just right title 'Little bits of tastes of Italy'....how perfect is that? ...bsol (big smile out loud) because my trip to Roma was 2 and 1/2 days total. It was the MOST amazing time with my two favorite guys in the world.  I LOVE Roma and I pray I'll have a chance to return and stay at least a very long....10 days. Now that would be Heavenly wouldn't it?

For now, I'm off to plan B tending to another project at the store. Fun? I'm not sure yet. We'll be open 3 Saturdays this month; April 9th, 16th and 30th. If you're in the neighborhood, please stop by for a visit and a 'hot' cup of tea. It's a happy blessing place. Thanks for your support.


Have a great weekend!

'Let's Make an Altered Book crafting classes' April 9 & 16 in "The Keeping Room"

‘Let’s Make an Altered Book crafting classes’

N2God Store’s “The Keeping Room”

April 9th and 16th 2011 (2 consecutive Saturdays)

813 W. Second ~ Wichita

Time 2 - 4 pm

To sign up please e-mail stwant2be@aol.com before April 6, 2011.

My somewhat short ‘How to Make an Altered Book crafting class’ presentation will begin at 2. You won’t want to miss the ideas I will be sharing so please don’t be late. You may be as fascinated as I am about this art expression. In a ‘nut shell’ your altered book will be a ‘One of a kind’ memory book authored by you. Truly a priceless family keepsake!

What to bring April 9th ~ One medium sized hard back book in good shape (with a title that speaks to you’re the artist side of your brain) and theme idea for your book. At this first class I will help you make a layout getting your book pages ready for altering/crafting at 2nd class April 16. Your assignment now (before the class) is to hunt through your home library or go ‘thrifting’ for a book with a title you really like and the theme for altered book.

(My first altered book is called ‘Patty goes to Roma’ created from a cook booked called ‘Small bites of Italy’. This was the just right title for my 1st altered memory book about my once of a lifetime trip to Rome ‘thus far’ that was only 2 ½ days). It is SO neat. In my photo are a few books for future altering/crafting.

What to bring April 16th ~ that sack/pile of Photos that you’ve been planning to put in memory book, tiny trinkets, receipt plane tickets, small pieces of favorite fabrics, ribbon and lace, small game pieces, journal notes, cards and/or art, special tiny mementos or old pieces of vintage jewelry that relate/go with the ‘Memory altered book ‘you will be crafting. I'm sure you have unique items I didn't mention...great!

Have a girl’s get-a-way…invite a friend! Of course this class is open to guys also. Parking is available in front of store on 2nd Street. Please e-mail me if you have any questions. I’m here and will be there to help. Space is limited…sign up early if you can. Maybe your book can be an Easter gift to yourself or someone very special. We’re going to have fun! Tasty snacks and drinks will be ready for you to enjoy in our little Tea Room and the N2God store is open both Saturdays. You’ll want to browse and check out new/old items offered for sale.

Cost is $10 (for the 2 Saturday classes April 9 & 16) total of 4 creative fun hours ~ in your own work place. Please pay at arrival April 9th. Thank you in advance! 

Blessed,

Patty in Oz