Category Archives: craft project
My Faded Valentine
On the left are my Valentine roses looking a little sorry, faded and droopy. I rarely remember to refresh the water in the vase. Robert usually gets me a bouquet of mixed colors which I love for the variety. So … Continue reading
Adorable
Reminder: Leave your comment this week and tell us what is your least favorite chore around your house. Your comment will enter you in the drawing for this cute embroidered towel. Now the final item from my sister’s crocheting you … Continue reading
Gifts of Love Craft Project
Reaching back into my photo archives, I ran across this project that me and my daughter did together. It was a “Love Notes” book project courtesy of Ali Edwards. You can find the project instructions and free downloadables HERE. It … Continue reading
Following Directions – It’s a Difficult Thing To Do
I can fault my husband for not following directions (or specifically not following MY directions), but when I do it myself then I only have myself to be mad at. In my case I’m not talking about driving, but sewing. … Continue reading
Spring Bouquet
Every year it seems we can hardly wait for Spring….so why wait? Today I was at Hobby Lobby and their flower stems were on sale 50% off…say no more…$12.00 and I was on my way to a new spring bouquet … Continue reading
Crocheted Kids Stuffed Animals
My sister, Carol, loves to create and is quite talented at many things. She cooks, sews, knits, crochets, quilts and on and on. Recently we were together and she was sharing some of the things she was doing so at … Continue reading
Hearts Here, Hearts There, Hearts Everywhere
Oh yes, it is obvious Valentine’s Day is around the corner. I know it’s a sappy holiday where lots of people (especially men) feel pressured into being romantic. I for one love this holiday because it gives me a chance … Continue reading
Handmade Gifts
I’ll start off by first apologizing for my lack of makeup and that unsmiling face. Taking your own impromptu picture is trickier than it looks. Why was I taking my photo? I wanted to show you the neck wrap my … Continue reading
Pattern Tutorial
Remember the book I mentioned I needed to read “A is for Apron” by Nathalie Mornu? I loved the material in it, not to mention the 17 patterns that were included. The patterns are on 8″ x 8″ pages and … Continue reading
Sack Towel History 101
Recently I had an inquiry asking what are sack towels, what is the fabric like, do they wash easily? It made me decide a little Sack Towel History might be enjoyable for everyone. Here are comments from AnnTheGram website in … Continue reading