Look what I just made: Fabric stacking toy
I became a crafter the day my best friend told me she was pregnant. In the past year, I have learned how to sew, crochet and do needlework. One minute I wasn’t making anything, and the next I always...
View ArticleLook what I just made: Simple Valentine’s Day treat
Valentine’s Day gifting doesn’t have to be hard or expensive. Every year, Valentine’s Day comes, filled with clichés like boxes of chocolate, jewelry, stuffed animals and an array of flowers. Don’t get...
View ArticleLook what I just made: Wine cork coasters
Adults, this project is for you. My family enjoys a good glass — or bottle — of wine regularly. This results in a pile of corks. Does that sound familiar? As long as I can remember, my mom has kept...
View ArticleLook what I just made: Penguin crochet hat
In Tallahassee, we don’t do cold. For many of us, myself included, 40 degrees is frigid. We get excited when there is even a hint of ice or snow. When we do get that rare ice in town, we build 3-inch...
View ArticleLook what I just made: Grandma’s accent pillows
Finished accent pillows. The one in the front, I made at age eight and the two in the back I made Wednesday. Everyone mourns their own way. When my grandma died Wednesday morning, I did all the things...
View ArticleLook what I just made: St. Patty’s Day four-leaf clover headband
St. Patty’s Day clover headband. March is the month of green. Not only are the plant buds starting to bloom again, but the greenest holiday of year — St. Patrick’s Day — claims March as its host....
View ArticleLook what I just made: Fabric alphabet blocks
Wood blocks are popular toys for babies and toddlers. But they have always led me to one simple question: Why do we think it is a good idea to give little ones, who love to drop and throw whatever they...
View ArticleLook what I just made: Decorated fancy onesie
Add a vest and bow tie to plane onesie to spice it up. Who said onesies can’t have character? Truth be told, I have trouble staying away from the baby clothes section at any store, especially the...
View ArticleLook what I just made: Diaper baby
Finished diaper babies “Creepy” was a compliment for my latest project. That may sound weird, but it is true. I got word last week from one of my co-workers that we were going to throw a baby shower...
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