Category Archives: crafts

Working What Works

Posted on March 9, 2012 by

I read a quote a while ago that said something to the effect of ‘don’t compare your everyday life to the highlights of someone else’s life’. I think it’s so easy to do that with our constant social media fixes … Continue reading →

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Ivy’s Quilt

Posted on May 30, 2011 by

Back in April our family was lucky enough to get a new niece. As girls are outnumbered in regards to the grandkids in our family, we were very excited about this edition. Not only is she the first girl in … Continue reading →

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Go Coyotes!

Posted on September 18, 2010 by

I was so excited  when I got a request from a friend to have some aprons made last week. I have been itching to get my machine out, so this was perfect timing for me to play around with new … Continue reading →

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Simpler Times…

Posted on May 19, 2010 by

I ran across this bracelet exchange on Things We Make’s blog today and I was instantly transported back to 5th grade. I absolutely loved elementary school! So many great memories of spending time with my little girlfriends toilet-papering houses and … Continue reading →

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Crafting For Girl Scout Leaders

Posted on May 15, 2010 by

Today was so much better day than yesterday. I literally spent the whole day in my garage drilling, stripping, sanding, painting, staining and nailing. ‘Twas awesome. I currently have 4 projects drying in there right now; most of them 90% … Continue reading →

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Sew Busy…

Posted on December 15, 2009 by

Wow. So I totally abandoned my blog there for a while, didn’t I? Sorry about that! It’s been a crazy few weeks here and it doesn’t seem to be calming down anytime soon. I have been sewing and crafting every … Continue reading →

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Ghouls And Glitter

Posted on October 5, 2009 by

Over the weekend, Maddy, Miranda and I finished my centerpiece I had started last Thursday at my card group. It all started with a cheap satin witches hat and some fun accessories: we have ribbon, flowers, a crow, some beaded … Continue reading →

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A {Not So} Spooky Sneak Peek

Posted on October 3, 2009 by

I don’t think I have ever gotten excited about Halloween decorations in the past, but after starting my little centerpiece (pictured above) last night, I think I might be hooked! Maybe it’s just because I got to play with mod-podge … Continue reading →

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Break Time

Posted on May 28, 2009 by

Sorry about the lack of updates lately, but I was busy tying up loose ends before my annual pilgrimage to the city of Salt. This year, sadly, I will not be staying my usual 6 weeks. J is very pleased … Continue reading →

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Almost Apron Time!

Posted on April 28, 2009 by

A quick reminder for all of you who signed up for the Spring Apron swap, we are three days away from shipping day! I am SO excited to see your aprons, so if you have received yours, please send me … Continue reading →

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