I've always been told that diamonds are a girl's best friend, and I certainly do love all things that glitter, sparkle, and shine.I love this ring that my DIL Tiffany is wearing, and I made this one … [Read more...]
The Bathroom Chair Update
My daughter Susan has recently moved into a new house and with her move has come some decisions about which new items she would buy and which old items she would keep. One item she wanted to keep was … [Read more...]
Mission Organization: Week 15 – Product Manuals
I don't know what kind of system most people have for keeping up with their product manuals and warranties. At our house we have designated a particular cabinet above the microwave to stash those … [Read more...]
Building a Birdhouse for a Peep
Easter is less than a week away, and I've noticed scads of homeless peeps around. Kasey at One Girl Talks has the solution, build bird houses for them. I thought this was a great idea, so I decided to … [Read more...]
A Snake in the Easter Grass
Snakes are not everyone's cup of tea, but my grandson Landon is intrigued by them. He loves to read about them and learn all he can about the different types and where they live. For a six-year-old, … [Read more...]
Making a Tied Fabric Wreath
There may be as many ways to make fabric wreaths as there are crafters who make them. Some are made with short pieces of fabric tied on wire forms, others are made with squares of fabric pinned to … [Read more...]
Tote Bags From Place Mats
Tote bags have been my most recent sewing project, and these bags are put together with nothing more than ordinary place mats and ribbon. I saw this fun idea made by Daisha at The Family Scientista, … [Read more...]
An Extra Special Birthday
I have a friend with an extra special birthday this year. She doesn't want to admit it, but she's going to be 65 years old this week. In honor of her special day, I made a little treat to help her … [Read more...]
Just Add Popcorn
I think a bag of popcorn is all you'll need when you snuggle on the couch under one of these fleece throws and turn on a movie. They're so soft and warm, and really easy to make. I know many crafters … [Read more...]
Valentine Boxes
I will be returning home today after a week long visit with my daughter's family. It has been a great week. I did some cooking and baking, I took the children to school each morning and picked them up … [Read more...]
