It didn’t take much attempted shopping to realize I’d be making something to wear to my brother’s wedding. I’m sure most people consider themselves to have some kind of shopping curse–too tall, too short, too wide, too busty, not enough…whatever! I fall into the “too short” category. So dresses often just hang on my the …
I thought I’d share a couple of songs I’ve been digging lately. Guess there’s some country blood in this Idaho girl after all.
Took the girls to school today and there were only minimal tears (M) and a couple from me as I walked away with A. But we came home and started making cookies, and that makes anyone feel better! I know the girls were excited because they each had their first-day outfits lying on their floor …
More wedding attire! This time, for the dude. I had been sent a regular tie that I needed to turn into something my 2 1/2 year old could wear. I found this tutorial from Hideous! Dreadful! Stinky! and it was just perfect. I followed each step (and actually got to skip the “skinny-ing” step because …
Please tell me I’m not the only one who “experiments” with new techniques or projects when there’s a deadline! I needed shoes for the girls to wear to the wedding, and missed out on all the sandal sales. It was too late in the season and stores were mostly out, and I didn’t want to …
I made this simple pin cushion made from a sweater I’ve had tucked away in my closet for a few months. What I used: felt sweater invisible thread (any thread in matching colors would work fine too) poly fill (I have tons left over from when I made a bunch of play food a few …