crafts

Book Review: Pincushions to Sew and Sewing Tuffets & Poufs

  I got an email from one of my affiliates, Leisure Arts, asking if I wanted to review some books. When I saw the books up for review, I said – “Yes, please!” Since these books are offered as eBooks or printed books, I assumed I’d be receiving the digital copy of the books. Much […] Read more…

My DIY Dad ~ Maker of Many Things

  Since Sunday is Father’s Day, I thought I’d dedicate this post to my DIY Dad. I’ve had to visit Dad’s workshop a time or two to help out with my DIY’s, but he doesn’t need me to help keep him busy. He’s always telling people that I have more talent in my pinky finger […] Read more…

Finished Flimsy ~ Postcard from Sweden Quilt

This weekend was very productive! I finished two quilt tops from my quilt along boxes & a pair of crocheted socks. Today I’m going to talk about the Postcard from Sweden quilt top I finished – the others will be in my monthly roundup. This quilt is all about the color layout & I thought […] Read more…

Multipurpose DIY Tiered Tray

  This project has been on my mind for some time. I have a bowl for fruit on my table, but I wanted at least one more level to keep the bananas separate. The only thing holding me back was what to use for the center to hold up the upper tray. Then I realized […] Read more…

How to Add Fabric Letters to a Fleece Blanket

This post will show you how to add fabric letters to a fleece blanket. Yes, you can iron on fleece! You just have to take certain precautions & use the right setting on your iron. The project in this post was a special request for a special graduate & I used a “no sew” blanket […] Read more…

Shadow Box Ideas: The High School Years

  I really, really, really wanted to strip & paint the rusty shelf this month, but the rain will not let up! So, I had to abandon the idea that I would get that done for today’s post & look for an indoor DIY project. When I took an inventory of the potential candidates, I […] Read more…

Monthly Roundup ~ May 2018

Time to see what I’ve been up too in between blog posts this month! This month is jammed pack, full of pictures, & words, so I hope you’re ready to dig in! Let’s see what’s been happening in May 2018… Disclaimer:  This post contains affiliate links which means I may receive a small commission if […] Read more…