Every year I try to create a series of limited edition Christmas ornaments in which a large portion of the proceeds goes to charity. 2015 There’s No Place Like Home Ornament. 2015 There’s No Place Like Home Ornament This year is no exception and the theme for 2015 is “There is no place like home.” For myself, Christmas means home and family. But I know that for some a home is a far off dream. This year's charities are: Boys Town-Saving Children and Healing Families. Boys Town ... View the Post
Creepy Glitter Halloween Houses and Autumnal Seasonal Giftwrap
It is almost the bewitching hour. Are you ready with your tricks and treats? Creepy Glitter Halloween Houses and Autumnal Seasonal Giftwrap. Creepy Glitter Halloween Houses and Autumnal Seasonal Giftwrap While I myself tend to decorate for Halloween with the seasonal bounty I can appreciate those who love all of the classic orange and black aspects of the holiday. My niece “Birdie” is a huge fan of “The Nightmare Before Christmas”. So I created this wee little house for ... View the Post
Is Your Front Porch Fall Ready
It’s hard to believe that Halloween is just three days away. I have been so busy with other projects that I have neglected our front porch this fall. Since I have houseguests arriving on Friday I wanted to create a warm and welcoming entry. Is Your Front Porch Fall Ready? Is Your Front Porch Fall Ready I found some great heirloom pumpkins for fantastic prices at Trader Joe’s. All of the flora and fauna pumpkins shown here for under $20. I quickly arranged it on around a vintage picnic ... View the Post
Create a Regency Era Bonnet from a Modern Straw Hat
On my journey to Becoming Jane, I had decided to make a dress that would be worn in the afternoon. This meant I would need a bonnet to go with it. Here is how you can Create a Regency Era Bonnet from a Modern Straw Hat. Inspiration There were several bonnet styles worn during the Regency Era. This is a Stovepipe Bonnet. It could be made simply of straw or covered in various fabrics and featured an elongated crown with a wide brim surrounding the face. A poke bonnet also featured a ... View the Post
A Bit of Fall for the Front Door
Do you hear that? The silence? That’s right, all is quiet on the cottage front because today is BACK TO SCHOOL! The day all mothers half dread and half adore. We had a very busy weekend preparing for this auspicious day. But I did sneak in one wee craft for the front door. A Bit of Fall for the Front Door. A Bit of Fall for the Front Door My friend Marty from A Stroll Thru Life is hosting a Fall Home Tour and has graciously invited me to join in the fun. It is scheduled for September 7th ... View the Post
Creating Covered Buttons and Other Delights with Vintage Fabric Scraps
I hope you all had a wonderful weekend. I am now smack dab in the middle of finals week in school. Creating Covered Buttons and Other Delights with Vintage Fabric Scraps. Creating Covered Buttons and Other Delights with Vintage Fabric Scraps Last week as I rearranged my office/sewing area I found myself looking at some wee bits of leftover fabric from the aprons I had recently made. I just couldn’t bear to toss the cheerful scraps into the bin. They are quite easy to make. I myself ... View the Post
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