Summer is here!  Did anyone observe the full moon on the first day of summer?  It is known as the “strawberry moon,” when a full moon occurs during the Summer Solstice.  The last one was in 1967, the next one is in 2062, (just a little trivia).

When I reflect on summer, I think of beaches, babies and kids.  Beaches with sun shining, sandy toes, the smell of salt water, shells, fish and warm breezes.  Babies experiencing the feel of waves and sand for the first time, (have you ever noticed babies will eat sand). Kids building sand castles, digging holes, playing with every type of water toy made and squealing with joy.

I came up with a few things to express beaches, babies and kids for Nesting By Robin…

Baby and Kid Fun Fish Scrubbies $5 Everything else is posted in the shoppes.

Jellyfish Toy, Towel, Decoration 100% soft cotton, 5″w x 10″l $10

Seashore 16″ Frame Deco Mesh Wreath $80

Newsboy Hat Newborn size only Soft cotton/acrylic blend Price: $15

No Shoes Required Clearance $60

Fourth Friday is today at 5PM in downtown Fayetteville, NC.  NBR will be there celebrating summer!  Stop by and visit the tent and find all of these goodies and more! ~ Robin

Our featured picture is Nesting By Robin’s new Newsboy Crochet Hat.  Since the model, (our grandson) was unavailable for a photo shoot because of distance, our granddaughter was kind enough to allow me to use her Baby Elsa.  I thought little Elsa did a great job!

Newboy Crochet Hat Newborn size only 50/50 Cotton/Acrylic yarn $15

You’ll find further information regarding the hats in the Spring/Summer Shoppe.

Now for a story…last Friday Nesting By Robin was at Fourth Friday in downtown Fayetteville.  A young boy around the age of 7-8 years old came up to the booth.  He was dressed in a costume.  I believe he thought he was Peter Pan.  Cutest little guy with questions galore.  “Did you make the hats?”  “Did you make that big wreath?”  “Wow, I like them!”  He was so engrossed, he didn’t realize his Mommy and siblings had left the booth and was walking down the sidewalk.  This little guy had so many questions and coming at a rapid speed, I couldn’t get a word in to answer.  And I certainly couldn’t inform him that his family had left.  Finally, he hesitated to take a breath.  I took advantage quickly and pointed him toward the direction of his family.  As ran from the booth he shouted in a loud voice, “I will be back!”   I have this feeling he will.

Wow, Nesting By Robin began two years ago.  I have been reminiscing over the past couple of years by going through the earlier posts, pictures, drawings and calendar of events.  A lot has happened.  A couple of my favorite posts were “Save the Ta-ta’s” and “That Whatup.” Still chuckling over those precious times.

I thought I would post a few of my favorite pictures just for fun, (and I do mean a few).

Football Team Hats Toddler to Adult sizes $25

Headbands $5 each

Infant Snuggle Sak Newborn to 3 months Price: $30

Many thank you’s to all of my Nester fans for your support and love.  Because of you Nesting By Robin will continue on a new journey for this third season.  May you receive abundant blessings as God and you have given me.  ~ Robin  

In the famous words of Dory…”Keep on swimming” in this adorable mermaid tail afghan. This is  a new item in the Nesting By Robin Spring/Summer Shoppe.  Our little mermaid is swimming in the size medium, however it comes in small (toddler) and large (adult) sizes too.  Advance ordering required.

Last week a beautiful lady was no longer bound to this earth but instead is in heaven.  I was asked prior to her leaving to put together a memorial wreath that reflected her.  After prayers and tears, the Lord guided me to what He wanted this world to remember.  Sunshine yellow was one of her favorite colors.  She loved sunflowers, irises and fresh berries from the farm.  Music…being a choir director at church, music surrounded her.  All of these favorites reflected Ann.  God’s memory of her for us left behind will always be bright yellow as sunshine, sunflowers, strawberries and music.  She truly resonated to the world what she wanted others to do…”Love One Another.”

Beautiful Lady you will be missed…

Hi Nesters!  As promised, I am posting three new wreaths.  You will find them in the Spring/Summer Shoppe.  I have three more in the works and will try to post them before I leave for the CCC Annual Spring Fling tomorrow.

There’s going to be so much fun around the purple tent.  Can’t wait to share stories and pictures with you.  Until the next blog post, Have a wonderful weekend! ~ Robin

Happy Lady Bug 16″ Grapevine wreath $50

No Shoes Required Clearance $60

Patriot Wreath $55

Hi Nester Fans!  Spring is here in its full glory!  Bright color blossoms blooming, weddings, birthdays, baby showers and births.  A wonderful season of new beginnings.

Hubby and I have recently returned from a week full of joyous events which included a wedding and baby dedication.  Celebrating with family and meeting new friends was a wonderful way of bringing in the Spring season.  Remember the baby cocoon I posted earlier?  Well, here is our new grandson modeling it just for you!  Snug as a bug in a rug.  Sigh…he is so precious…

My last blog post was about a special couple we love very much.  Here they are, the happy newlyweds…

We have been feeling so blessed with the wonderful memories, great family and special new friends!  Congratulations to our son and his bride!

I thought I would post pictures of the latest finished project.  A friend showed me a picture of a spring wreath and placed an order. It took 120 pieces of crocheting and sewing to complete it.  However, it was worth it because she loves her wreath!  She is a very special lady and I am so happy I could do this for her.  Yes, she requested the wreath to be made in her favorite color…orange.

Spring Wreath 16″ hand crocheted $55

If you’re interested in making one for yourself, you’ll find a similar free pattern on Repeat Crafter’s website, http://www.repeatcrafterme.com/2015/02/crocheted-spring-wrea.html.  Sarah used a 12″ Styrofoam wreath where pictured is a 16″ wreath.

Saturday, April 16th, Nesting By Robin will be at the Annual Spring Fling in Fayetteville, NC.  I am busy finishing a few new projects and thought I would share a work in progress picture.  I will have the finished products posted in the “Spring/Summer Shoppe” so you may have the opportunity to purchase before they go to the event.

A small reminder:  If you find a picture, have a vision or special event coming up, phone, text, Facebook, or email me.  I would love to assist you with creating a gift for that special someone or yourself.  Until the next blog post, Happy Nesting! ~ Robin, (be sure to check out the Spring/Summer Shoppe!)

Hey Nester Fans!

My husband and I will be flying off to Minnesota to witness our oldest son marry his beautiful bride.  We are so excited for this special life changing event.  Lots of festivities during the weekend are planned to celebrate this special day.

Beautiful couple!

Speaking of festivities, the bride’s sister is giving a bridal shower.  She is bringing family and friends whom live out of state together. This is such a sweet and thoughtful gift to give us an opportunity to celebrate with the bride.  Thank you, Josalyn!

The shower gift I will be giving to the bride is a handmade crochet bridal clutch.   I really thought it came out beautiful.  It is fully lined in sateen, has a snap fastener with a touch of charm added.  Just a small clutch to carry her handkerchief and lipstick.  Of course, made with love.

This would make a great evening bag in black.

Well, I am off to pack.  Hubby and I are so excited to welcome our new daughter-in-law into the family!

Happy Nesting everyone! ~ Robin

This Friday, March 25th begins Fourth Friday season in Fayetteville, NC.  Nesting By Robin will have the purple tent up trimmed with a brand new sign.  I posted a picture of it on NBR’s facebook page a few weeks ago.  In the meantime, I have been working on multiple projects to get ready for this monthly event.  Below is a picture of a couple I am currently working on.  All projects will be posted in the shop later this week to give you the opportunity to purchase.

Remember, you have the option to place orders anytime.  Another project I am working on is a custom order Spring wreath that is completely crocheted.  My favorite teacher who loves the color orange placed the order.  It’s really turning out cute and I will post a picture of it for fun.

Spring is here and it’s time to clean the yard, deck and decorate the porches.  I would love to design something special for your home.  Give me call! ~ Robin

NBR’s CALENDAR

March 25th         Fourth Friday,  4PM – 8PM, 208 Hay Street, Fayetteville, NC