Salt Dough Handprints

· categorized in Kids, Miscellaneous,

On our winter break we’ve had a lot of fun. And a lot of sickness. But we’re all better again and back to having fun with lots of art and projects. The kids and I loved working with salt dough for the first time. Before Christmas we used a lot of our cutouts to make …

Linen Keepsake Bag

· categorized in Repurposing Tutorials, Sewing Tutorials,

A while ago I picked up some beautiful vintage place mats and cloth napkins at a second hand store. I made a doll blanket and pillow set out of some and the rest were awaiting inspiration… or a really fancy tea party. Anyway, I finally had the idea to use the place mats and a napkin …

Rustic Wood Burnt Ornament

· categorized in Miscellaneous,

I’ve been both intimidated and inspired by people that work with wood for a long time. I want to try my hand at carving someday and I’d also like to be able to go big time and use power tools and all. (Said the girl that wants to be able to make everything.) For now I’m …

Christmas Crafting

· categorized in Uncategorized,

My yarn is flying into shapes, pulled by hooks and needles. Fabrics are being cut, folded, fixed into place with needle and thread. You might be, like me, checking off presents mentally and counting down gifts yet to make or get or think of. Christmas creating is fun for me and I like to make …

Chevron Shrug

· categorized in Crochet Patterns,

Shrug is such a great word. It instantly brings to mind a motion of indifference that is so expressive. Plus it’s just fun to say. Shrug. And then, of course, the garment can be useful and fun as well. I learned a trick long ago that a simple shrug can be made with a rectangle …