We are so enjoying Advent and a very SLOW move toward Christmas. In other words, I still have pumpkins in my kitchen and on my front porch. I’m obsessed with all things yarn right now so as we speak, I’m knitting some cool bracelets and a cowl or two. I made these wreaths last Christmas […] Read more…
I’ve hosted the 12 Days of Handmade Christmas for the last few years, but this year, I had too many deadlines. So, instead of 12 Days, I’m sharing my favorite 12 projects from the past few years, including a few I posted this year. Hope you will find some inspiration for making the holidays […] Read more…
DIY large photo prints? Sort of. I suppose all in all, this isn’t so much of a Do It Yourself project as it is a Let Hobby Lobby Do It For You project. But, let’s not argue over semantics. I had to coordinate this project and it’s pretty cheap— so I’m calling it a DIY. […] Read more…
(my black and white Day Designer is from the talented Whitney English) DIY Linen Flower Tutorial I’ve been in love with the Emerson Fry flower pin for years. I got my first one 3 years ago and now have 3 of them. Sadly, they do no make them anymore so those of us who are […] Read more…
I risked life and limb to bring this post to you. But I know how you like a good story. So, here goes. Antique and thrift stores have ruined me forever. I almost NEVER see new furniture I love. Yet, nearly every time I go into a good antique store, the possibilities are brimming. I […] Read more…
DIY Chalk Paint Placemats You have GOT to make these. They are all kinds of fun! Ruth and her family are here visiting this week and we’ve already had a ball. She and I are co-teaching a workshop on Hospitality this weekend at the Becoming Conference. We’re brainstorming about all this fun stuff we’re gonna […] Read more…
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This is the LAST DAY of a 12 days series of {handmade} Christmas tutorials. Can I get a woot-woot? Make sure to check out the all the projects for 2012, 2010, and 2009! And I’m hosting myself. Which is why I’m late. Fancy that. ******************** You know those greeting cards that play music […] Read more…