Meet Ann from Ann’s Ice Cream and Sno-Cone Shop and Lila.  Ann, I have spoken of in previous blogs.  She is a lovely lady and I have such a great time with her.  Our friendship has grown during these past summer months.  Nesting By Robin’s tent sits next to her shop and believe me, Angie, (my daughter) and I have enjoyed our share of ice cream.  She sells the best ice cream (Hershey’s) and more flavors of sno-cones in all of Fayetteville.  The Cappuccino Crunch is my recommendation for ice cream.  Can we say AWESOME!  Lila is a great lady.  She had heard me on the radio this past Saturday and came to check out our booth.  She was so sweet.  She pulled up a chair and sat with me for two hours in 90 degree weather keeping me company.  We learned a great deal of one another during those two hours.  I truly hope she will come visit again.

While we ladies were having a great time chit chatting and I was waiting for my daughter to return, we heard of a horrible auto accident not far from our location.  I became alarmed when I had learned my daughter was driving back around the time the accident occurred by the bridge.  God was so good, another friend of mine from church stopped by the booth and told me she saw Angie out directing traffic by the accident.  She was not involved in the accident but had witnessed it.

Another active four hours on Nesting By Robin’s favorite corner.  I love setting up the booth because I never know what God has in store during the time we are there.  I do know special friends are being made.  Until the next time, may God bestow upon you abundant blessings.

Ann (left) and Lila (right)

Aren’t they beautiful?

It seems time has gotten away from me since my last post with all of you.  August and September are busy months in my household.  Lots of birthdays, anniversaries, school, dance classes and soccer have filled the days on the calendar.  After thought, the remainder of the year is going to be busy as I am sure it is the same for you.

My husband and I have been on the highways and byways quite a bit as of late.  Because I am Type A, I’ve always thought of the time sitting and riding as a passenger was time that I could be accomplishing something.  Doesn’t matter if we are in a car, airplane or train, to me that is idle time.  Because of this I always bring along, (but not limited to) a bag filled with yarn and crochet hooks.  This possible askew thinking in the crochet world means I am a true “hooker.”  I love the feel and texture of yarn sliding through my fingers working into a finished project with different sized hooks.  What is even more fun to me is taking scrap yarn and creating something colorfully wonderful.  This could be a pillow, stuffed animal, tote bag, bowl, basket, rug, scarf and hats.  The possibilities are endless.

Okay, I went off on a bunny trail envisioning new project ideas.  My point to all of this is during these past couple of weeks while riding in a car, I have been making hats, hats and more hats.  While hats have a specific usefulness, they clearly are used as a fashion statement.  So for fun, I have posted a picture along with this blog a few that I have completed.  What’s even more fun are the requests for a pumpkin, reindeer, Minnie/Mickey Mouse and a couple of team spirit slouch hats.  As my husband and I continue traveling to various events, I will be working on these hats.  Until the next post, have a blessed day! ~ Robin

Nesting By Robin’s stand will be open Saturday, August 22nd from 1-4PM

You will find us on the corner of Old Raeford Rd and Rim Rd, (front of the Feed Store)

Fayetteville, NC

Hope to see you there!

My daughter and I had set up Nesting By Robin’s booth yesterday.  Another wonderful day of ministry and building new relationships along with sales was to be had.  It was such a delight speaking with EMS personnel, military wives, artists in our community, Ann from the ice cream shop, and finally two young women and the witnesses to a horrible auto accident that happened in front of us.  I’m not sure if we are a ministry on the corner or Nesting By Robin on the corner.  Whichever it is, I know God was there and it works.

When you give that wonderful gift of listening and genuinely show them that you care what they have to say.  Something special begins to happen.  Kindness, gratitude, sharing stories, truth and love.  Every man, woman and child wants to know they are special and loved.  It doesn’t cost us anything just a little of our time.

I knew something special was going to happen when the opportunity opened for Nesting By Robin to be on that corner.  Just didn’t know what it was going to be. I know now it has been one of my greatest experiences watching and seeing this tapestry of God’s children spending time at a small booth on the corner.

Yesterday my daughter and I had set up Nesting By Robin’s booth on our favorite corner.  We were prepared to focus on sales, however God’s plans were different.  We were busy with a few sales, but also busy encountering people ready to experience death or just experienced a loss.  A family member, a friend or someone special.  I was so moved as I listened, helped to find a vet for a precious dog that needed to be put to sleep and selling a wreath to have placed on the door of a soldier.  God was right there covering his children with love and kindness.  My daughter and I were so blessed to help and serve.  Our prayers go up for them…

This little slugger is all snuggled in his “Batter Up” blanket.  He received it as a birthday gift and was so excited!  You, too can have one made for your “little or big” slugger in their favorite team colors.  You will find this in Robin’s Nest with starting price for a twin size.  Need an idea for a Christmas gift?

Sweet dreams Slugger!

This little angel is modeling our new tote bag for Nesting By Robin.  Two things happened when we were finished with the photography session.  First, she decided that this small tote belongs to her, (thank goodness there is more than one available).  Second, the photos came out so cute, I had to post more than one.  Love, love, love those dimples!

You will find this tote bag in Robin’s Nest

Happy July 4th America!  May we be reminded to use our freedom to love one another!  ~ Robin

Summer is in full swing.  Many of you are enjoying vacations, visiting families, preparing for the upcoming July 4th weekend or hanging around pools and beaches.  Some of us are watching young children run through the lawn sprinkler or jumping around in a kiddie pool.  Whatever the activity you’re engaged in, hopefully you are enjoying the summer.

As for myself, I am enjoying summer activities and getting ready for a small trip to visit family. Excitement fills me as I begin preparing for this trip and winding down a few things on the home front. The same is happening for Nesting By Robin.  I am winding down the summer RTS, (ready to ship) merchandise and begun designing and making Fall/Christmas items.

I know, I know, you’re not ready to think about Christmas.  But, I have to in order to have supplies made when you are ready.  Believe me I have sold fall merchandise last week and didn’t get a chance to share with all of you.  Not complaining, just speaking truth.

Below are two new wreaths that are ready to ship, you will find them in the Holiday Store.  I am also accepting summer orders until the end of July.  So no worries, Nesting By Robin is not drawing summer to a close. Just preparing for the next season.

Enjoy your summer everyone!

Lazy summer days has arrived and many of us are at the beaches or pools to stay cool.  Are you looking for a new tote to carry your possessions?  You will be stylin’ all summer long with this cute Nautical Striped Bag.  When I found this pattern (not one of my designs), I couldn’t resist making it.  It really turned out nicely made with 100% cotton.  You will find this bag “ready to sell” in our Beach Shop page.  I can also have this bag made in a variety of colors, just contact me and place an order.  Contact information can be found in the “About page.”

This Saturday, June 20th Nesting By Robin will have its booth set up at the corner of Rim Road and Old Raeford Road, (Fayetteville, NC).  We’ll be open from 1-4PM in front of the Feed Store and you will find this bag to purchase.  Don’t worry how hot it is going to be.  In the same location there is this adorable outdoor ice cream shop.  Ann is the owner and she has all types of cool treats available while you shop at our booth.

 Stop by and say “hello”!