Melissa Ringstaff is a homemaker, a wife, a mom, a writer, and the Founding Director of A Virtuous Woman, a ministry for women based on the Scriptures of Proverbs 31. She enjoyes teaching women how to get their homes in order and add peace and joy to their homes. The Vintage Homemaker is from Melissa's heart and very much about who she is at home.
Melissa is the proud mother of five sweet children, a step-mom to 4 wonderful "children" who are all grown up now, and Grandarlin' to 11 (so far) grand children. She is married to the love of her life, Mykal, who is a pastor in their community. Melissa lives in the beautiful Appalachian mountains of Harlan, Kentucky.
In 2003 our family moved to Harlan, KY. My husband's family comes from these mountains. Our youngest daughter, Laura, was born at our home in Harlan. This place has a rich history and many stories to tell. I thought you might enjoy learning more about this amazing place.
I just came across this sweet pin cushion pattern this morning and thought I would share it with you! I also found some other patterns that are just as pretty and would look lovely in a girls room:
Sweet Retreats Ensemble
I found this adorable Lunch Tote over at Molly Chicken this morning and thought it wouldn’t be too hard to duplicate. Maybe I will have time this afternoon to draw up a pattern. If so, I will try to share it. I don’t have a lot of time today, but hopefully. I think my daughters […]
As I mentioned yesterday, I don’t get to go to craft/fabric stores very often. So, I was elated when my husband took me to Knoxville, TN last week to have a look at Joann’s. I knew I couldn’t spend a lot of money and there was so much I would have loved to come home […]
This week I have begun to make tote bags for each of my girls to take to church with them. Something pretty that they can easily place their Bibles and quiet activities in. So far I have made one for Emily. I plan to make another one today for Sarah. Hopefully my day will go […]
I just finished my own version of the Hedge Hog Pincushion. It was fun, quick and super easy. My daughters are making one for their Hope Chests.
Q: I just happened to have posted my sewing project on my blog today. I like the Sew Sew Tuesdays. Do you always put it up? Can I put […]
Last week, we had so many technical problems with the website crashing, that I was not able to announce the winner of our Apron Memories Contest! It was not the easiest decision to make. There were several stories that I especially enjoyed! However, here I am presenting my favorite and I hope it reminds you of […]
The Apron Book:
Making, Wearing, and Sharing a Bit of Cloth and Comfort
Review by Melissa Ringstaff
Written by EllynAnne Geisel
Published by Andrews McMeel Publishing
When EllyneAnne asked me to review her newest book, The Apron Book, I could hardly wait to receive it in the mail. My love affair with aprons, began about two years ago. Since then […]
Q:Melissa, what a wonderful idea! Do you just put the dish towels in with all your other towels? I think I will get right to it! - Bethany
A: Bethany,
I do wash my crochet dish cloths in the wash with my dish towels. However, due to the nature of the dishcloths, it is important to rinse […]
July 25, 2006
I have made 4 of these granny squares so far. It took me a while to find a granny square pattern that I liked and was able to understand! I am still a new crocheter and am learning slowly. But so far so good! I am using a natural cotton yarn available at […]
