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Pattern releases, tutorials, Sew-A-Longs, and whatever crafty thing I'm into this week.
Coco the Crab Pattern Release
The Coco the Crab Pattern is here! Welcome Coco the Crab and included baby crab sewing pattern to the woollypetals family. This is another fun sewing pattern that will help you create an adorable crab stuffed animal.
April 2026
Chat and Craft Episode 6!
In the Chat and Craft Episode 6 I talk about what I am working on lately. New patterns coming, some patterns I have tried by others, and a little about...
Pasta Pillow Tutorial
Hi Friends! Have you been searching for a Pasta Pillow Tutorial? Well I have just the one for you. ;) A full step by step video tutorial on YouTube sharing...
Sardine Tin Ornament Tutorial Post
You've found the perfect Sardine Tin Ornament Tutorial Post. ;) I designed and made a handful of these Sardine Tin Ornaments last year for me and for gifts. I think...
Quilty Shirt Tutorial
I have a fun Tutorial for you today! Quilty Shirts! Below I will share how to make several Quilty Shirt versions along with Printable Patterns for cutting. But if you're...
Woollypetals Sewing Gift Guide 2025
Hi! I am bringing you the first annual? maybe, woollypetals Sewing Gift Guide 2025! What is it you ask? Well I wanted to pull together a list of tried and...
Sardine Bag Charm Tutorial
I am bringing you the Sardine Bag Charm Tutorial today. You can make a mini stuffed Sardine Bag Charm, Christmas Ornament, Mirror Charm. Or with the addition of a scrap...
Strawberry Pillow Pattern Release
A Strawberry Pillow? Who doesn't want that? Today the Strawberry Pillow Pattern Release is happening. The PDF Digital Download Strawberry Pillow Pattern is available in the woollypetals shop for instant...
Book Date Patchwork Quilt Release
Surprise I am releasing the Book Date Patchwork Quilt today! This kind of came about quickly and unexpectedly. I have shared this pattern as a 1 page freebie to...
Silly Goose Witch Hat Tutorial
I am sharing the Silly Goose Witch Hat Tutorial today! You can follow along with this post. Or download the printable PDF at the bottom of the post which has...
Chat and Craft Episode 5
Chat and Craft Episode 5 is a recap of our busy summer. Plus of course all the crafty things I have been working on. Show notes and a break down...
Ghost Party Sew-A-Long 2025
It's that time of year! The Ghost Party Sew-A-Long 2025 has begun! This year is a pretty chill year. I don't have a lot of time or mental capacity...
Sardine Tin Pattern Release
The Sardine Tin Pattern Release is today! Whoa! This pattern release is for the FPP, Foundation Paper Pieced Sardine Tin Block. It includes 4 sizes for the block, 3D Tin...
Camp Mushroom Free Block
I'm sharing the Camp Mushroom Free Block with you today! Yay! I designed the Camp Mushroom Free Block for the Grace Company Summer Camp. And they have been so...
Beaded Sardine Charm Tutorial
Let's make a Beaded Sardine Charm! You can find the full YouTube Video at the link below. Scroll down for a Supply List where I link to all the items...
Beaded Sardine Charm Tutorial
Let's make a Beaded Sardine Charm! You can find the full YouTube Video at the link below. Scroll down for a Supply List where I link to all the items...
Oh Christmas Tree Quilt Pattern Release
It's Christmas in July! ...Also known as the Oh Christmas Tree Quilt Pattern Release Day! ;) The Oh Christmas Tree Quilt has been a long time coming. I started designing...
Sardine Pillow Pattern Release Day
It's time for the Sardine Pillow Pattern Release and I am so happy to get this in your hands! Buy the PDF Sardine Pillow Pattern in the shop Here! The Sardine...
Chat and Craft Episode 4
Chat and Craft Episode 4 released today April 21st on YouTube. Yay! During the episode I share a handful of different crafts I have been working on the last few...
Silly Goose Pattern
The Silly Goose Pattern is available and ready for you to make a 20" or 16" stuffed animal Silly Goose friend. Check out this short informational video. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Link to...
Where to Shop Supplies! Chat and Craft Episode 3
Joann Fabrics is closing, so I imagine a lot of people are thinking about where to shop for supplies they used to get at Joann Fabrics. I am going to share some...
2 Week Quilt Top Challenge
It's the end of week 1 of my 2 Week Quilt Top Challenge. Don't know what I'm talking about? That's okay let me explain. At the beginning of this week,...
Chat and Craft – Episode 2
Well these "episodes" are taking longer than anticipated. Which is basically the story of my life. LOL. But the Chat and Craft – Episode 2 is live and a little...
Woollypetals House Tour
Today I shared a Woollypetals House Tour on my YouTube Channel. Deciding to share my home came from me being nosy myself and really loving seeing others home. I and...
Hanging Bow Tutorial
I am sharing a Hanging Bow Tutorial on Youtube today! I wanted to have a landing page on my site to share it with you and have the supply list...
Craft and Chat – Episode 1
So I started a video Podcast. Lol. I am calling it Craft and Chat very loosely. It's a video on Youtube and I hope to take it somewhere but for...
Capped Quilt Pattern Release
Today is November 1st and the Capped Quilt Pattern Release! Yay! Are you excited to make a Capped Quilt? A Quilt full of adorable patchwork mushrooms! I hope so! Let's...
Woollypetals Sewing Room Tour
Hello everybody! I am sharing a Sewing Room Tour on my Youtube Channel today and I hope you will check it out. YouTUBE Woollypetals Sewing Room Tour Video Link I...
Ghost Party SAL Week 6
It's Ghost Party SAL Week 6 and it's time to finish your quilts! Let's Baste, Quilt, Bind, and love our quilts! Week 6 We are at the end! Week 6....
Ghost Party SAL Week 5
Hi ALL! It's Ghost Party SAL Week 5 and we are sewing our quilt tops together. Let's get into the details! Week 5 Week 5 and you are cruising right...
Ghost Party SAL Week 4
Hi ALL! It's Ghost Party SAL Week 4 and we are sewing jACCKs! OR your last three Ghosts! Let's get into the details! Week 4 Week 4 and you are...
Ghost Party SAL Week 3
It's the Ghost Party SAL Week 3. For week 3 you will make three AHHnna Blocks. Let's get into it! Week 3 For Week 3 make three AHHnna blocks or...
Ghost Party SAL Week 2
The Ghost Party SAL Week 2 has arrived and we are working on BOOnes. This week runs from September 9th – September 15th. This week you are starting to sew...
Ghost Party Pumpkins Pattern + GP SAL Week 1
It's here! The Ghost Party Pumpkins Pattern + GP SAL Week 1 has arrived. Each week I will highlight the Sponsor and the Prize in a blog post with a...
Ghost Party Pattern Kits
Ghost Party Pattern Kits and SAL Sponsor post to share what you need to know! Ghost Party Kits Let's take a look at some Ghost Party kits! – Act fast...
Ghost Party Sew-A-Long 2024
Let's Go! The Ghost Party Sew-A-Long 2024 is going to be so much fun! September 2nd – October 14th. Maybe you've made a Ghost Party Quilt already and...
Starfy Quilt Pattern Release Day
It's the Starfy Quilt Pattern Release day for both the throw quilt size and the mini quilt size. Starfy Quilt Details The Starfy Quilt is a Prismatic Giant Sawtooth Star...
Woollypetals Mini Quilt Swap 2024
It's back! The second (annual?) Woollypetals Mini Quilt Swap will be kicking off soon! Here's the details you need in order to sign up and participate. There's a lot of...
Week 8 – How to Bind a Quilt
It's our last week and we are learning How to Bind a Quilt. This is the last week of the New Star Beginner Quilt Course and I am going to...
Week 7 – Quilting, free, straight, hand, longarm
Quilting, free, straight, hand, longarm.... It can mean any and all and also refer to the act of making a quilt in general. Confusing right? Let's get down to what...
Week 6 – Backing, Batting, and Basting
It's Backing, Batting, and Basting for Week 6 of the New Star Beginner Quilt Course. Yay! Let's talk about the three B's. Backing Our first B of the Backing, Batting,...
The StarBeam Quilt Pattern
The StarBeam Quilt Pattern was little surprise and it's here! I designed the StarBeam quilt for a swap gift for my Quilt'N'Sisters retreat. This is a retreat I do with...
The StarBeam Quilt Pattern
The StarBeam Quilt Pattern was little surprise and it's here! I designed the StarBeam quilt for a swap gift for my Quilt'N'Sisters retreat. This is a retreat I do with...
Week 5 – Quilt Top + Border Assembly
Yay! It's Week 5, when we are going to learn about Quilt Top Assembly + Border. By now you have all your quilt blocks sewn together from Week 4 and...
Week 4 – Sewing Quilt Blocks
It's Week 4 – Sewing Quilt Blocks. This week we will sew the quilt blocks. Now that you have learned the Stitch'N'Flip method you can sew all your quilt blocks...
Week 3 – HST and Stitch'N'Flip Sewing Techniques for the New Star Beginner Quilt Course
It's Week 3 – HST and Stitch'N'Flip sewing techniques for the NSBQC I am going to share more in depth the sewing techniques for the New Star Quilt Pattern....
How to Make any Number of HSTs at One Time
I was researching How to Make any number of HSTS at one time recently and stumbled across a video by Diary of a Quilter who was explaining a method for...
Week 2 – Cutting Fabric for the New Star Beginner Quilt Course
It's Week 2 – Cutting Fabric for the New Star Beginner Quilt Course. Hopefully you made it through Week 1 – Fabric and Quilt Prep. And if not head over...
Week 1 – Fabric and Quilt Prep for the New Star Beginner Quilt Course
Welcome to Week 1 – Fabric and Quilt Prep of the New Star Beginner Quilt Course. I am so excited you are embarking on this new hobby to make Quilts....
New Star Quilt Mock Ups
I am sharing New Star Quilt Mock Ups and Pattern Info today for the New Star Quilt Pattern release. These mock ups will help you get a feel for how...
New Star Beginner Quilt Course Supplies and Tools
Let's dive into the New Star Beginner Quilt Course Supplies and Tools to see what you will need to succeed on your quilting journey! You will find links to the...
Scant 1/4" seam allowance explained
What is a scant 1/4" seam allowance? Well I am going to explain what it is and why sometimes it is necessary for piecing a quilt block. Above you can...
Let's Make a Checkered Pillow
Today I am sharing a Free Downloadable Checkered Pillow Tutorial. In the tutorial I share how to make a simple two fabric checkerboard 18" square pillow cover with an envelope...
Clogged Quilt Pattern Release and Info
It's the Clogged Quilt Pattern release day! Yay! I am so happy to get this pattern into your hands and share more about it. Buy the pattern in the woollypetals shop...
Do You Want to Sew a Snowman Quilt Pattern
The Do You Want to Sew a Snowman Quilt Pattern is here! It's super cute, quick, and satisfying to sew up. Buy the Do You Want to Sew a Snowman...
Reindeer Ornament Pattern
It's December 21st and you know what that means? It's woollypetals Reindeer Ornament Pattern release day! LOL. Maybe it should be a holiday. ;) Shop the pattern here. This adorable...
Penguin Pillow Pattern Release
It's the Penguin Pillow Pattern Release day! I have shared these cutie Penguin Pillows for a few years now and always get asked for the pattern. So today is the...
12 days of Christmas Giveaways
From December 1st – December 12th three friends, Mollie of Wild Olive, and Stephanie of Stephanie Thomas Handmade and I, Kristin of Woollypetals are hosting a 12 days of Christmas...
Wash Your Paws Quilt Pattern Update
Let's get into the Wash Your Paws Quilt Pattern Update. The Wash Your Paws Quilt Pattern was released as a free pattern in March of 2020. Wash Your Paws seemed...
Enchanted Forest Quilt Pattern Release
The Enchanted Forest Quilt Pattern Release is here! Check out all the details below, including info for the Companion Embroidery Pattern designed by Mollie of Wild Olive. Link to woollypetals...
Ghost Party Quilt Video List
The Ghost Party Quilt Video List is for anyone interested in extra help with the Ghost Party Quilt Pattern by woollypetals. You can access all of the videos from the...
Squirrel!!! Quilt Pattern Release
It's October 1st and that means it's Squirrel!!! Quilt Pattern Release day! Yay! Buy Here. The Squirrel!!! Quilt is a very cute LARGE squirrel sewn up of smaller squares on...
Ghost Party Sew-A-Long Prizes
Let's talk prizes! We have rounded up a bunch of fun prizes and discounts for the Ghost Party Sew-A-Long 2023. Ghost Party Sew-A-Long Prizes from Ruby...
Ghost Party Sew-A-Long 2023
Woollypetals and Cool People Quilts are hosting a Ghost Party Quilt Sew-A-Long this Fall. The Ghost Party Quilt Sew-A-Long sign ups are open from August 16th...
Woollypetals Mini Quilt Swap Extras Guide
I decided to make this Woollypetals Mini Quilt Swap Extras Guide to help you know what to add to your swap package. This guide is for the Woollypetals Mini Quilt...
Woollypetals Mini Quilt Swap Labels
Let's talk mini quilt Labels. It is really great to have a logo on your Mini Quilt for the Woollypetals Mini Quilt Swap. So I am sharing a few things...
Woollypetals Mini Quilt Swap
Find all the info you need about the Woollypetals Mini Quilt Swap. I am hosting a Mini Quilt Swap from July 7th – August 14th, 2023. This will be open...
Sewing Machines: what is right for you.
Sewing Machines: What is right for you. I thought I would talk about my sewing machines today, what I love about them, what features I can't live without, and where...
Penguin Social Quilt Pattern Release
It has finally arrived, the Penguin Social Quilt Pattern Release is today! This adorable Penguin quilt is a pleasure to make and anybody who loves penguins is going to love...
Hearts All Around Quilt Pattern Release
The Hearts All Around Quilt Pattern Release is today. What a fun quilt this is for Valentines Day. But it's also a great quilt for everyday use, a wedding gift,...
Project Tote Tutorial
Today I am sharing my Project Tote Tutorial today! It’s Free and it’s fun! This is a tutorial for how to make a large tote with short webbing handles. The…
To the Stars FPP Pattern
I have a new pattern and it’s fun and so versatile. It’s called To the Stars FPP Pattern and is all about the stars! The To the Stars FPP Pattern…
Ghost Pillow Tutorial
Learn how to sew an easy squishy soft ghost pillow using the Ghost Pillow Tutorial below. Follow the Ghost Pillow Tutorial below to make a soft squishy ghost pillow. Download…
Ghost Party!!! Quilt Sew-A-Long
Let’s have a Ghost Party!!! Quilt Sew-A-Long. A very casual let’s all just sew together Sew-A-Long. To join in the fun just grab your copy of…
Ghost Party!!! Quilt Pattern Release
It’s October 1st so you know what that means?? It’s time for the Ghost Party!!! Quilt Pattern Release. This quilt is such a fun quilt to make and the result…
Ghost Party!!! Quilt Mock Ups
Ghost Party!!! Quilt releases tomorrow October 1st. so I am sharing some Ghost Party!!! Quilt Mock Ups with you today so you can start picking fabric. Here is the standard…
Stargeese Quilt Pattern Release
Today is Stargeese Quilt Pattern Release Day! Yay! You can find my newest quilt Stargeese in my etsy shop for immediate purchase and download. There is a sale over Labor…
It’s all Guinea be okay Quilt Block Pattern
The It’s all Guinea be okay Quilt Block Pattern released on January 31st, 2022. It is a fun pattern to make and results in the cutest guinea pig quilt block….
Floored10 Quilt Pattern
Hey all! I just released my Floored10 Quilt Pattern which is an adaptation of my Floored Pattern to be Layer Cake Friendly. The Floored10 pattern has been highly requested, but…
Manatee Migration Quilt
The new Manatee Migration Quilt Pattern is available and is also adorable. Do you love manatees or know someone that does? This quilt is the perfect way to encourage anyone’s…
Moth Eclipse Pattern
The Moth Eclipse Pattern Released today May 1st 2021. The Moth Eclipse Pattern is a Foundation Paper Pieced Pattern including 3 different moths. In order below, Moth 1, Moth 2,…
See Through Project Bag Tutorial
The See Through Project Bag Tutorial is now available. Download the PDF at the bottom of this post. This tutorial comes in the form of a 10 page downloadable PDF…
Tall Snowman Tutorial
Today I am sharing with you the Tall Snowman Tutorial. Well, tall, skinny, short, fat, however you choose to make them. I will walk you through the process of making…
Penguins, and Reindeer, and Doll Quilts oh my!
Penguins, and Reindeer, and Doll Quilts oh my! Oh and printables too. November brought with it a need to step back from a “making schedule” and just sew for fun…
Something Wicked QAL Week 5 – Fall 2020
All the info for the Something Wicked QAL – Week 5 Fall 2020. I thought I would post a bit about Week 5 of the Something Wicked QAL before we…
Something Wicked QAL Week 4 – Fall 2020
Week 4 of the Something Wicked QAL has arrived! This is the week we are finishing quilt tops! Since your quilt is all laid out from Week 3 you should…
Something Wicked QAL Week 3 – Fall 2020
Playing catch up here posting week 3 when it’s almost time for week 5. whoops. Week 3 is all about piecing those angled sections using the cutting templates or the…
Something Wicked QAL Week 2 – Fall 2020
We are coming to a close on Week 2 of the Quilt Along! I want to give a shout out to our awesome sponsors. Bernina of Naperville is one of…
Something Wicked QAL Week 1 – Fall 2020
As the Something Wicked QAL Week 1 comes to a close I wanted to share a bit here for future Something Wicked makers. I don’t know if you can tell…
Something Wicked QAL 2020
All the Details for the Something Wicked QAL 2020 are below. The Something Wicked QAL will run from September 26th – October 31st. If you work at the timeline pace…
Beatrice Bulldog FPP PDF Pattern
Introducing the cutest bulldog quilt block around. The Beatrice Bulldog FPP PDF quilt block pattern. Available now in the woollypetals ETSY shop. This pattern is a Foundation Paper Pieced Pattern…
Sparked Quilt Pattern
The Sparked Quilt Pattern was released on July 4th 2020. It is currently available in PDF format in my Etsy Shop. The Sparked Quilt pattern comes with both throw size…
June and July AG 18″ Doll PVC Pipe Tent
An 18″ doll tent Tutorial made with PVC Pipe and Fabric. A downloadable PDF with supplies and detailed instructions on what you will need and clear instructions on how to…
Wash Your Paws Quilt
Whoa it’s been awhile and so much has changed since I last popped in here. I hope this finds you all safe and healthy at home if possible. As promised…
Handmade Holidays
Hello All! How are your Holidays going? I am working on some gifts and final custom orders this week and wanted to share with you all that I updated my…
Advent Calendar Tutorial
Tutorial Link at bottom of post. Here you go! I have written up a tutorial for my advent calendar. It is a little different than you normally see and was…
Echinacea Field Block SAL Final Week
Hello All. It’s our last week together. LOL. Not really, only for the Sew-A-Long but lets stay friends. Mkay. In this last Sew-A-Long Week I would…
Echinacea Field Block SAL Week 4
Hi guys! It’s Week 4 of this little Echinacea Field Block Sew-A-Long and we are starting to see alot of Echinacea Blocks popping up which is making me…
Echinacea Field Block SAL Week 3
What?!? Can you even believe we are heading in to week 3? Probably since you officially get to start sewing. wink wink. I am sure many of you have tested…
Echinacea Field Block SAL Week 2
Week 2 of the Sew-A-Long is underway. This week is all about cutting. Now I’m sure all of you are pros at cutting out quilts and quilt blocks….
Echinacea Field Block SAL Week 1
Hi All! Welcome to Week 1 of the Echinacea Field Block Sew-A-Long. I am so excited for you all to start sewing! Yay! Okay Week 1 is Prep…
Pig Pouch
I made this thing. it’s a pig. and it’s pretty cute. You can make one too with my new pattern. I answered the call for help from Dylan Mierzwinski for…
Echinacea Field Quilt Block Sew-A-Long
Hi All! This is were you can find all the details for the Echinacea Field Quilt Block Sew-A-Long. Whew, that’s a mouthful. I am so happy you have…
Echinacea Field Quilt Block
I have really started getting more and more into gardening in the last few years. We have lived in this home for 4.5 years and the gardens were dismal when…
Moonrise Quilt Pattern Release
Hi Guys! I am releasing my new quilt pattern today called Moonrise. Hop over to my etsy shop to purchase. Moonrise stemmed from my love of Alexia Abegg Moonrise fabric…
Woollypetals Fabric
What??!!?? You read that title right. I designed some fabric. Now it’s totally self “published” as in it is all available through Spoonflower. For those who don’t know what…
Podcast Interview on Make and Decorate
Guys! My friend Stephanie Socha has a great Podcast called Make and Decorate. Stephanie asked me awhile back if I would like to be on her podcast and between feelings…
Floored Quilt
I thought we would take a look at my Floored Quilt Pattern and all the variations you can use the pattern for. You can find my Floored Quilt Pattern in…
Quilts for Boys
I thought I would share a few boy quilts I’ve made lately for custom orders and for gifts. Enjoy! (by boy I mean they were made for boys but I…
A Room for Blaire Wilson
Blaire Wilson is the New American Girl of the Year for 2019. I took my kids into the city of Chicago on January 1st to check her out and ended…
Winter Chalet Look Alike for American Girl Dolls DIY
So I have dived down the Rabbit Hole of making things for my Daughters American Girl Dolls, and lets be honest we pull out my old dolls to “play with”…
Summer Slow Down
Does anybody else have all these grand plans of getting so much done over the summer and then when summer starts you get absolutely NOTHING done? Well that sure feels…
Crafty Goal Digger
So for 2018 I decided to write down some crafty goals. I have admired a couple friends over the past year who totaled up the amount of fabric they owned…
Don’t Let Go
Did you know that otters do hold hands while floating in their sleep so they don’t drift away from each other. Otters are also one of the few animals that…
Norah’s Fancy Room
I’m finally sharing Norah’s room here. Her room is bright and full of cuteness and she loves it and so do I. Win win if you ask me. :) Norah’s…
Camp Bath
I’ve been itching to give the kids bathroom a little refresh since we moved in but it wasn’t that bad to begin with so it had to wait till a…
Full Shop + Sale
A little update to the shop happened and everything (excluding patterns) is on sale this weekend. 20% Discount is shown on each item. So stop by and pick up some…
Rainbow Order
I made this super simple and bright and fun Rainbow quilt for a swap with some special sewing ladies i get to retreat with a couple times a year. I…
Bear With Me
I have been working on a Bear pouch design to go with my Cat pouch and Fox Pouch. Currently my cat pouch pattern is available on craftsy and a handful…
Custom Quilts
From time to time I do custom Quilts mainly commissioned from friends and family, and others who follow my work via Instagram. So here are a few that I have…
Block Man Quilt Block Pattern
I have had this pattern coming down the pipline for awhile now and it’s finally done and available for download for, wait for it……. FREE! Yes that’s right a great…
A sewing supplies solution… say that five times fast.
We gifted the kids a smallish (read: 7ft diameter) trampoline for Christmas, and set it up in the basement. The max weight is 100lbs so mommy and daddy are not…
Doll Ladies
I have wanted to make dolls of my own design for awhile now. I have made some great dolls from others patterns and they are so fun to create, but…
Kids Clothes Week
I decided to join in on Kids Clothes Week this fall. I feel like I never make time for sewing clothes for the kids and I, and I would like…
Handmade not capsule
Follow my blog with Bloglovin So I have been thinking a lot about my wardrobe lately. What it is and what I want it to be. I love the idea…
Luke’s Space
I finally got to all those little details that finish it all in Luke’s room and so now I call it. Done! So here you go, the full tour. Walking…
Finally Fall….. but not technically.
Was anybody else ready for fall well before Labor Day like I was? The kids asked to put up fall decorations (a.k.a Halloween) several weeks before Labor Day….
Let’s Play some more
I finally finished… is anything ever really done? the playroom! I am methodically working my way through repainting and fixing rooms up in a way that only makes sense to…
It’s Here!!!!
I have finally done it. After much encouragement from my band of Sewtopia Ladies, many a nights writing, photographing the process, editing, a call to pattern testers, and their reviews,…
Shop Update and a Discount!
I added a few fox pouches and House pillows to the shop last week! Stop by and take a peek. They would make some pretty sweet Christmas gifts for…
Little Red and the Lumberjack Wolf
This is the first year I have made anything for Halloween Costumes! It all started when we bought little red riding hood at thrift store and read the story together….
Quilting + Baby = Happy
Plus Quilt! Something I’ve had in my head for awhile and a stack prepped for it. The plus blocks come together sooooo quickly! I used this tutorial by Jennifer at…
Feathers
Dusting off the old blog here…… It’s been awhile since i blogged but that doesn’t mean I haven’t been busy! :) I have actually after counting them up last…
Shop Open!
The Shop is now Open! Come on by and pick up some super cute pillows, toys, pouches, burp cloths, garlands, and more! Just because your awesome! A discount code…
Norah 5… and a half months
Oh Norah, why must you grow so quickly! We..ahem….I , was a bit late in getting monthly pictures this month. But I did and there adorable! ;) She is happy…
Trucks and Tractors
Shortly after Norah was born I was offered some of this super fun Trucks and Tractors fabric from Laurie Wisburn to play with. Of course I couldn’t refuse because I…
Work it
This summer Luke and I revamped a toolbench for him. I forgot to take a before picture and have searched my phone archives for one to no avail., it was…
Growing Girl
I figured I better post these before Norah turns 4 months. 2 months old. She was 12 lbs at her 2 month appointment. My little chub. We call her…
one month
Norah is one month already! Where did the time go? She has already changed a lot and is challenging me daily. In a good way mostly! She is definitely a…
Norah
July 4th arrived and so did our Norah Brave! She made her appearance via a successful VBAC just before 9pm after 24+ hours of labor. Weighing in at 7lbs 13oz….
baby Trianlges
This sweet little baby quilt was my first attempt at triangles. It was a From:Me To:You gift for a sweet little baby boy. Lets just say triangles are a…
Vintage Trunk Spring 2013
My Mom and I had a booth at The Pec Thing a couple weekends ago. You may remember we did it for the first time last fall. We set up…
I’m calling it…
The living room is done… for now. ;) It is finally to a point where I am 99% happy with it and can sit back and enjoy it instead of…
Come See Me!
My Mom and I will be at The Pec Thing in Pecatonica, IL all weekend. Come see us at our booth Vintage Trunk. This is our booth after set up…
Whoops!
Well that was a little unplanned blogging break. Not that I’m the most consistent blogger. :) Anyway, rest assured I have been super busy. Just not a ton that is…
Rug Dilemma!
So the Living Room is coming along. It’s a slow process as all you who decorate know. :) I’ve definitely made a couple mistakes, but am learning that I need…
InstaSale
If you have Instagram and like Vintage textiles follow my Instagram shop @woollypetalsvintage. I am having my first sale Friday Night, April 19th at 7:30pm. Oh and don’t…
Dinosaur Tutorial + Giveaway
Need a project for the weekend? Do you want to make a super cute, squishy, soft dinosaur? You do! Well you’ve come to the right place. And if you don’t…
InstaFriday
It’s Friday! Are you excited? I am! Being the weekend means I have completed my 3 hour Glucose test (awful), that we have made it a work week through potty…
Mommy’s baby wish list
I’ve been trying to put together a comprehensive list of what we NEED for baby girl. :) But all the pretty stuff gets in the way. So for now I…
Easter Fun
Easter was fun this year. Luke has no expectations about anything yet but can still join in the fun. My Parents came into town for a couple days to give…
Shop Update and a Giveaway
I updated my etsy shop this week with some new items. Stop by and check out the ones below along with a bunch more. Owl embroidery Market Apron Deer Silhouette…
Single Girl Quilt
It’s done! :) As you may have noticed from some of my recap posts or Instagram if you follow me there. (woollypetals on instagram) I couldn’t be happier aside from…
Instagram love
I guess I blog through instagram lately! :) New Toms for Luke and I (Luke’s first pair) / Finally got Liberty Love (it’s Amazing – go buy it) / Luke…
around here lately…
Lately we’ve been hanging out at home a lot more. I’m tired a lot! :) But growing a human will do that to you. Lucky Charms have been a staple…
Plus Quilt
Vintage fabric and sheets make such lovely quilts don’t you think? I just can’t seem to stay away from vintage sheets when I am thrifting. So I have quite a…
The Weekender
I bought this pattern (The Weekender by Amy Butler) sooo long ago. Like 3+ years ago. I love this bag design, but it’s a bigger project and a lot of…
Roadway Quilt
Most of the quilts I make end up being gifts. But I have made several that hang around our house. A couple in the living room, one of the foot…
It’s a….
GIRL!!!!! I am 20 weeks today and we found out yesterday we are having a Girl! I am so excited! I now know from our lengthy ultrasound why I rarely…
Instagram Weekly
… or not so weekly. But this week I am on the ball and linking up with Jeanett from Life Rearranged. Go check out all the lovely instagramers that link…
Circles, and babies, and quilts, oh my!
My best friend had her third baby on Monday. A girl. She has two boys already so she was super excited to be having a girl. I made her a…
A place for Books
This little dude likes to read a lot. He is gaining quite a collection of books since his birthday and Christmas are both in the same month. I will often…
Lock it & Latch it
Luke loves to figure things out, he is constantly asking what’s that noise, what does that do, how does that work, and don’t get me started on things he can…
Seek
I started this year with one little word as my guide: Seek I have seen scrapbookers use this method to motivate their year and have always loved the idea but…
Insta Friday
Joining in with Jeanette at liferearranged today for Insta Friday! Come link up, or just check out all the fun peeks into everyone’s life’s. ;) working on my December…
Train Table for Christmas
I made Luke a Train Table for Christmas! I have wanted to make one for him ever since he was a babe and I saw Aubrey and Lindsay’s over at…
InstaFriday – It’s Christmas Time
This past couple weeks have been lovely. Full of Family and Friends and lots of new toys! Not a lot of instagramming or online activity over here the last couple…
deck the halls
Decking our halls! I finally took pictures of my Christmas Decor! Just in time to share before Christmas. :) I LOVE LOVE LOVE Christmas and decorating for it. Most of…
Brown Paper Packages
I started wrapping gifts! I usually wait till the last minute before leaving or sending so this is good. Although, any packages I have to send may not arrive before…
oh just a little something
Luke is pretty excited that our little family is growing come June 2013! That’s right a tiny little baby will be joining us and we couldn’t be more excited! We…
Advent
I finally got Luke’s advent calendar done on the 2nd. :) This year I realize he isn’t really old enough to “get” it, but it will be fun and help…
Wrap it up!
I put together a little wrapping/shipping station a couple weeks ago in my basement. It’s in my creepy not yet remodeled (maybe never will be) laundry storage room. But it…
Vintage Trunk Holiday Pop Up Coming Soon….
Here’s a sneak at some of what I have been working on lately! A Vintage Trunk Holiday Pop up Shop! I will hopefully be listing everything for it to…
life around here lately…
It’s been pretty sparse around here lately. The blog that is. I feel like I have been working my butt off on projects though. Stuff I am not ready to…
Insta Friday
It’s Friday and I am actually on time and joining in the Instagram fun. It has been a long couple of weeks and I am tired. In a good way….
Gifty Gift Gift Gift
If your like me you may already be thinking about Christmas. Yes? No? I have started making lists and deciding what I am going to make. While this Dinosaur was…
What we wore Wednesday!
Lately I feel as if I don’t like any clothes being sold in the stores! boo. But that just means I need to get creative. Shop my closet, put things…
Bobby the Bat
I saw this little bat on Pinterest and used it as inspiration to make a little Halloween bat for my Luke. The adorable bat above is from udder and can…
Insta Saturday again…
Another Busy week as passed us by! Sharing my insatgrams a day late again. Oh well! :) Being busy just means we are getting lots done and having fun, right?!?!?…
Going White
A couple weekends ago I painted my living room white. The below photo is the best before picture I could find. This gray/beige is Toasty Gray by Glidden. And back…
Some favorites lately…
Some things I am loving lately……. This December Daily Album by Jessica at Witticisms is amazing! I have great ambition to make one for my myself and maybe make…
InstaSaturday! yep….that’s what I’m going with.
It has been a busy week with my husband away and preparing for a garage sale. But here I am tired and happy all that stuff is out of my…
What Luke Wore
So I am super bad at taking pictures of my outfits. Let’s be honest about it, I pretty much wear shirts with cardigans. ;) But Luke is super fun to…
Falling Leaves
I decided to hang a little somthing different than my normal fall wreath on the door this year. When I stumbled across this metal rake at the Goodwill for $2…
Winner Winner Winner
And the Winner is: Amanda Darschewski – I love love love owls! i even have one tattooed on my back. :D Thank you for the chance to allow me to…
Insta Friday
It’s Friday, thank goodness. It’s been a long week with David out of town for over half of it. He leaves again on Sunday. Boo. But here’s what the past…
Fall Scarf Swap 2012
ETA: SWAP IS NOW CLOSED 10/20/2012 – All partners have been randomly drawn and emails have been sent! Hey Guys! Do you love scarfs? I do! I thought it would…
What I Wore – Washi
So I made a Washi Tunic last week. I have been crushing on the Washi action of Instagram the past month or so, and bought the pattern a couple weeks…
Whoo Loves a Giveaway?
Give Away Closed: 10/15/2012 I think everybody loves a Giveaway! So here ya go. :) An Owl wreath I made a bit ago that I would love to send to…
Fall Swap
I participated in little bit funky fall swap that she posted about on Instagram. It was super fun to put the box together. I had Kim of wishflowergifts. So I…
From:Me To:You 3 years running
Hello Friends! I thought I would take a moment to talk about my pet project on Facebook. From:Me To:You. It is a page I created 3 years ago as a…
Say Cheese!
Luke loves himself a camera, or anything that remotely resembles a camera really! So I finally put my sketches into a reality last week and whipped up this little snapper….
Baby Gifts!
I made a little baby gift for someone my husband works with. A set of 3 burp cloths and a mini silly monster. I line my fun fabric burp cloths…
InstaFriday Week #10
Another week another weekend! Yay! My little family and I have nothing planned this weekend and I am so happy about that. We will be enjoying the lovely fall weather,…
Flea Market Loot
So… Yes, I had a Flea Market Booth and I sold lots of stuff. But I also bought a few things! ;) So I thought I would share with you…
The Pec Thing – Vintage Trunk Debut
My Mom and I participated in our first Flea Market this weekend! It was awesome. This is our booth. Vintage Trunk, my mom came up with the name. We had…
InstaFriday #9
I love InstaFriday! I love sharing peaks of my everyday life, and lets face it I love seeing everybody else’s daily life since I am nosy. Linking up with Jeanette…
WIWW – It’s starting to feel like fall
The weather is feeling so nice here, still a bit warm here and there. But the fall breeze, the cool nights, they are just lovely. I actually have more than…
Flea Market Prep
This week and last week I have been prepping for my first Flea Market.I have a booth with my mom. I am excited, nervous, and I am sure will be…
Painting Party
I hosted a Painting Party for a sweet 11 year old’s birthday. Her mama is one of my best friends and attending a craft night where we painted 12″ x12″…
Oh Sweet Joy Giveaway!
Hop over to Kim’s Blog Oh Sweet Joy for a chance to win one of my owl pillows. Kim has a fantastic blog full of fun outfits inspiration, D.I.Y, and…
Foldover Frenzy
Have you noticed all the Fold Over Clutches out there lately? I have been seeing them pop over all over and have fallen for them. I paired some lovely fabrics…
Hello September
I have a feeling September is going to be a good month! It has to be since it’s starting by sneaking away for a mini vacation. Luke may have not…
InstaFriday #8
Whelp, there goes that week! ;) I was busy busy. Social Media and blogging took a backseat to life this week. But I think that’s a good thing. I am…
InstaFriday – Week #6 & #7
Oops! I missed last week. My parents where in town and David and I snuck away for a night, and morning. So I am sharing the last two weeks. It…
Strung Out
I finally finished my string quilt. Yay! I started this quilt forever ago! I think over two years. As you may remember I finished the top this spring. But I…
What I Wore – to the Park
This morning Luke and I just lazed about for a little bit. I let him watch a few shows in my bed, and I relaxed and enjoyed the fact that…
Pinspiration
Things I am loving this month on Pinterest. Some Inspiration, some project ideas, some just for fun. Follow me on Pinterest. This chalkboard is Lovely. I could see a bunch…
It’s Hot again!
We had a nice cool past week, cardigan and scarf weather. But it’s Hot again, and I imagine it will stay that way for a bit. I seriously Can. Not….
Gallery wall
So I finally jumped in and tackled my gallery wall! I am rather smitten. It turned out better than I expected and was really quite simple, at least thanks to…
InstaFriday Week #5
InstaFriday! YAY! It has been a busy week. I spent sometime on a home decor project. I will be blogging more about that later. Mostly I have been working on…
Ampersand – String Art
So I made some string art. I saw a lovely sting art piece on Our First Nest through the Pinterest challenge that Young House Love and Bower Power hosted…
InstaFriday Week #4
Sharing my instagrams with you all today and linking up with Jeanett from liferearranged. Stop by her blog to check out all the fun blogs. Luke is taken with putting…
From:Me To:You
Do you know about my Handmade Gifting Page? If you don’t please, please check it out. You can click on the picture above to go straight to the page, or…
Chubby Hedgehog
Hello Lovelies! I made this sweet hedgehog from a fantastic tutorial/ pdf pattern I found via pinterest. The Hedgehog is from the lovely LollyChops blog. You can download and print…
Super Luke
Super Luke… He is my little superhero. Cape flowing in the wind, he is always ready for action. Eyes to the sky, never missing a beat. He is vigilant in…
InstaFriday – Week #3
Sharing my instagrams with you all today and linking up with Jeanett from liferearranged. Stop by her blog to check out all the fun blogs. Mommy and Luke being…
Shop Update
Just added a couple of items to the shop. The items below and a few others. I would love it if you would stop over and check it out. …
What I Wore – made for me
I thought I would hop back on the What I Wore Wednesday train since I was totally liking my outfit this evening. I am linking up with Lindsay at The…
InstaFriday – Week #2
Sharing my instagrams with you all today and linking up with Jeanett from liferearranged. Stop by her blog to check out all the fun blogs. I made a fun…
typewriter case
I made this bag for a From:Me To:You gift. Don’t know what From:Me To:You is? It’s my facebook page, where I ask people to nominate someone to receive a handmade…
Lets make a garland
I thought I would share how I make fun and simple garlands to brighten a spot in my home or to festoon a party.I am a huge garland fan and…
Instafriday
I thought I would share a few of my weekly instagrams here since this is my main way of documenting life. Linking up with Jeannett of Life Rearranged’s insta linky…
Pinterest Challenge
Some Lovely Ladies are hosting a Pinterest Challenge again. Bower Power, Young House Love, Centsational Girl, Ten June Blog, are all such inspirational blogs and are holding linky party’s for…
Roaring End!
It’s done! Luke’s Lion Quilt. I started it awhile back, sharing photos on Instagram as I went along. If you want to follow me on IG my screen…
Dedicated to Daddy
For Fathers Day we had a little fun making Daddy a Present. I set up a 9′ x 12′ sheet of plastic in our back patio area, and set out…
Lets take a tour
Welcome to my Family room and sewing space. It’s been coming along slowly but surely. I had a painting party in it last night with some lovely ladies and so…
Beans, beans, beans.
BEANS, BEANS, BEANS! We love them! Luke asks to play “beans” 10 times a day! I bought a 2lb bag of dry beans and a container with a lid at…
Luke is going on 18 months old! Where oh where did the time go? Leslie of Fluff & Nonsense who’s daughter was born 6 minutes after Luke, (we…
Tops, tops, and more tops
It’s been awhile huh?! I am here to share some quilts I am working on. I am waiting till June when I hopefully am getting a new machine to quilt…
A very Brady Dinosaur
I whipped up this little guy, well he’s around 18″ long, the other day as a belated birthday gift for a little friend who turned 2 last month. I drew…
Goodbye April – Hello May
Well I got through another month. This one was a bit of a stretch. I missed a bunch of days. So I dropped in photos from around that time, some…
12 on 12
12 photos on the 12th – Elizabeth of Dear Lizzy did a 12 on 12 post and link up last month, and it looked so fun. She challenged on her…
Camp Out!
I saw a this Mini Boden shirt and thought, wow, that would make such a cute quilt. :) So I sketched out a similar camper and paper pieced the…
Foxy lady
I saw the fox tutorial on a beautiful mess a couple weeks ago and just had to try it. Such a great simple softie to make. I grabbed some Denyse…
Gentleman Owl Winner
Congratulations Emily!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! who wrote: Thank you for the chance to win. I would love to give my 20 month old a chance to play with this cute little fellow! Thank…
Goodbye March – Hello April
Another Month down, this year is going fast. I didn’t do super great for March’s challenge. I think I missed 5 or 6 days. So I just dropped in photos…
Hello Tuesday
My Lovely Husband planned a Superdate as we like to call it for all day Monday. So we dropped the little man off at a friends house to play with…
Gentleman Owl take 1
I am working on making a “boy” or Gentlemen Owl. I realized Luke didn’t have an owl anymore since he doesn’t play with his crinkle owl anymore. So I set…
Loveliness
1I’ve been up to a bit lately! But all is happening in between spending almost every waking moment outside with my little man. We have had amazing 75-85 degree weather…
Swoon
I finished the Swoon quilt for my inlaws. I love it, and so do they. I didn’t get great photos of it since I had to take pictures without a…
working it
Some of the things I have been working on! :) A mini quilt: my first, I made the camper after seeing this boden shirt and then decided to make a…
Goodbye February – Hello March
I only missed one day in February, the 25th. So I just added a cute Luke photo in. :) Join me in March, I am already 2 days into…
Some Changes
I have been working a bit on little projects here and there. This week I managed to get two things done in the living room. I ordered this subway sign…
Shaped Bag
I wanted to make a quick little project a couple days before our trip. You know, for the satisfaction of finishing something quickly. :) I decided a little pouch for…
Just the two of us!
Tuesday February 21st marked 8 years of marriage for me and my hubby. Wow! I can’t believe it has been that long. Each year we have gone on a trip…
Be Mine
Happy Valentines Day! This is my Valentine till his Daddy comes home then he has to share. :) Have a Lovely Day with your lovelies!
Valentines Bowtie
I like to make Luke Ties or Bowties for special occasions or Holidays. I have used this tie pattern from Saltwater-kids.com for the above tie, I had the pattern on…
Campfire Pillow Tutorial
Dana from Old Red Barn Co. asked me to do a tutorial on this campfire pillow I posted about back in December. She is hosting a giveaway of a Felt…
Cover up
So Luke is getting to the age where I am comfortable with offering him a pillow and blanket in bed now. So I am planning what I can make him….
Goodbye January …Hello February
Here’s to February Photo a Day! If you want to follow me on instagram you can find me under Kristin Rauch or Woollypetals. If you don’t have instagram I…
1 little Indian
There’s a teepee in my Living Room! We are having too much fun with it. Luke’s Grandma sent it over for him to enjoy, some of Daddy’s siblings used to…
Snap to it
One of my closest friends is moving across the country with her family. She just got an instax and I know that she would love something to hang those pictures…
Boxed Bag
Original title Huh? ;) I have been seeing lots of boxed bags around the internet lately. Specifically one shabby chic and heyporkchops instagram – link to blog- (both fantastic blogs)….
apples to apples
Wow! It’s been a bit huh? Sorry about that. I have been busy busy in a good way. I am here to share with you the From:Me To:You December 2011…
From:Me To:You October 2011 Quilts
So I finally got these two quilts back from the quilters and got them bound over Christmas. I could not be more happy with how they turned out. :) They…
Gift Quilt
I made this quilt for my Husbands Sister and her Family this Christmas. A big zigzag quilt. I saw the big zigzags somewhere in the fall and wanted to make…
Silly Monsters
I made these Silly Monsters for some of the special Children in my life. They are so fun to make and personalize. Each is made from a super soft towel…
Merry Christmas
I hope you have a Wonderfully Merry Christmas! (Picture taken by my ever talented brother of Beyond the well Photography) See you in the New Year!
snow snow snow
I spent a little time enjoying crafting tonight instead of rushing, rushing, rushing to get stuff done which is all I have been doing as of late. I had a…
Camp Out!
I finished up another fun, but very overdue, gift last night and am delivering it today to some of my sons little friends. Two brothers to camp out and roast…
Joy
A From:Me To:You gift for November! A framed Joy wall hanging. I stitched cut out fabric letters to a white fabric background, then I painted a thrifted frame this lovely…
Rolling High
This weekend I tackled a big project that has been on my list for awhile now. A rolling industrial looking shelf for my new living room design. We got rid…
1 year Later
How did we go from this little peanut… to this little boy so fast? I can’t believe his first year is over! It has been wonderful. :) We are spending…
Hold on tight!
October marked the two year anniversary of my From:Me To:You Facebook page. I celebrated by giving away two quilts! Although they are still at the quilters. :) But for everyone…
Weeeeeeeeeeeeee
I am thankful for so much! This definitely represents some of my thankfulness! God is good! Thanks for stopping by and have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
First things first my friends! The winner of the snowman, owl, zipper pouch is: Sorry guys completely forgot to do this before i went to bed last night. :) Congratulations…
Friday’s ramblings
There is no winner for Thursday because nobody commented! So today I have TONS to do when Luke wakes up from his nap. I am helping my friend prepare for…
Today it’s Thursday
Hi guys! How is your day going? The winner for Wednesday is: Congrats Sandy I will contact you! All I’ve got for you today is the giveaway! A wool felt…
Working Wednesday!
The Winner from Tuesday is: Carol: I will contact you! Congrats! This week I am finishing up a project I have been working on since September! yikes. Some people are…
Craft Show Tuesday!
The winner of the Monday giveaway is Congrats Angela! I will contact you. Tuesdays giveaway is at the bottom of this post! :) This past weekend I did a small…
Let’s celebrate Monday!
Hi All! Monday’s can be a bit of a tough day sometimes. So how about a giveaway to make sure this Monday rocks! A rainy days wall hanging made from…
Thankfulness
This month as found me constantly reflecting on what I am thankful for and how much I have to be thankful for. I have been seeing lots of thankful trees…
Hello November
Wow, October is gone! It was a super super busy month for us as you may have noticed by my lack of posting here. Sorry about that! We spent 9…
It’s a Wonderful World!
We just got back from a 9 day vacation! It was a blast. I leave you with this little hint as to where we went. Thanks for stopping by!
Ruffled
This month for From:Me To:You Gifts I was having some crafty block! But after I saw Meg’s Craft weekend post (Doesn’t it look like they all had the best time)…
From:Me To:You Quilts
These are the two completed Quilt Tops for my From:Me To:You Giveaway in October, ready to go to the Quilters. :) This will be the first time I have…
From:Me To:You Quilt Giveaway
To Celebrate 2 years of my Facebook Page From:Me To:You I am giving away two quilts in October. I am making them from vintage sheets and fabric and am posting…
I
Linking up to the Pleated Poppy today for What I Wore wednesday! Friday: I think ;) So I was shopping at Kohls last week, you know because they where having…
Birdies, boots, and scarfs! oh my!
4 outfits this week! Wow! I am a little proud of myself for wearing picture worthy outfits and remembering to take pictures. I am not so proud of the amount…
Angry owl?
I can’t decide if this new Owl Design has Angry eyes or not! What do you all think? Either Way I just love this new pattern. I have been tossing…
masked Luke
I saw this picture on Pinterest when I first started pinning and fell in love with the Raccoon hat. I used it as my inspiration for Luke’s new winter hat….
What I Wore this Week!
Linking up To Lindsay from The Pleated Poppy for her what I wore Wednesday party! Tuesday: Running Errands, Bible study Top: Ann Taylor Loft Belt: Target Cardigan: Francesca’s Pants:…
Can’t stop Swooning!
Oh Swoon! Everytime I make a new block I can’t help but renew my love of this quilt. It is fantastic. Super easy to whip up and just beautiful. …
projects in the making
hello: just for fun foxy: testing a new animal pattern knitty: a winter hat for Luke Geometric: some fall loveliness Check back tomorrow for some Swoon Quilt Progress!…
Lovely Weather
On Sunday the weather took a drastic turn for the better. Saturday it was in the 90’s, Sunday in the 60’s. Wow, but awesome. I love this weather so much….
From:Me To:You Quilt Giveaway!
I am making two quilts from Vintage sheets to giveaway on my Facebook Project From:Me To:You in October. Here is one of the quilt tops on my loveseat. It has…
Happy Labor Day
We spent the majority of our day outside in blissful 60 degree weather with great friends and lovely food. And this is where we spent it. I hope you…
It was a mustard kind of week
I realized through this I don’t have a lot of thrifted clothing anymore. From this discovery I am thinking about limiting myself to only shopping the thrift stores for a…
From: Me To:You August 2011 Gift
I started a Facebook Page From:Me To:You to spread Handmade love. Basically you like the page, than nominate anyone in your life that lives in the United States to receive…
Woodland Special Guests
I finished up a special order this past week. A woodland Raccon, and two crinkle owls. They are all for boys and where so fun to coordinate fabrics for. …
Some more farming this week!
Wow it seriously took me 4 days to write and get this post uploaded. I have to much to do lately. Okay onto the blocks….. Block # 4 Basket Weave…
just another day
Do you ever have one of those days where everything you do or say could be made into a witty tagline, facebook status, twitter update? Yesterday was that kind of…
Giveaway
I have these two goodies in a sponsor giveaway over at Create Loves. Head over to Holly’s blog and leave a comment for a chance to win. …
crawling room
Luke, understandably, has been in shorts all summer, wearing pants all of 3 times. So, when putting him in pants since he started crawling, he has a little less maneuverability. …
lately
This picture about sums up our days lately. :) I have been having major sinus pressure not fun head cold stuff happening that makes me want to sleep, and Luke…
It’s Wednesday again!
Wow is August flying by for everyone? or is it just me? I feel like I blinked and August is more than half over. Apparently life just keeps moving faster…
Quilt Action
The past week I have been working on quilts. Not as much as I’d like though since Luke is wearing me out with his constant movement. We are having a…
Thrifting Thursday lite!
Luke and I went out earlier this week and hit up a Big Salvation Army store. We didn’t find much. Actually only one item. Mainly because I didn’t feel like…
Pinspired!
So the wheels have been turning since seeing the Pinterest Challenge at younghouselove a week or so ago! They are so right, we pin, and pin, and pin, but are…
WIWW family addition!
This was a fun week for me clotheswise, for a couple reasons. I realized that I don’t have to nurse Luke out of the house to much anymore since he…
8 months old
Luke Danger turned 8 months old this past Saturday! I can not believe he is that old already. Where has the time gone. He is now mobile and fast. He…
tiny block therapy
This week I got 4 Farmer’s Wife blocks done. I am hoping to do more than 2 a week so I can catch up to the group and be in…
overdue thank you
Thank You cards for my birthday have been on my list for well months, since my birthday! ;) I finally knocked them out the other night. I am a…
Blue Wednesday
I have decided two things from writing this post. 1. I wear a lot of blue. Even though I only am sharing two outfits this week, thinking back, I am…
put your feet up
This super quick project has been on my list for months, since I bought the ottoman for $6.99 at Goodwill. I didn’t buy a new chair for Luke’s nursery, instead…
furture crafter?
Future Crafter? I don’t know, but he sure likes to help his mommy. Or maybe just distract her with cuteness. This lovely tape measure managed to keep him occupied for…
Swoon Block 2
Oh my I love this quilt more and more. Block #2 The Red fabric is Amy Butlers Lotus Wall Flower in Cherry, the yellow is Denyse Schmidt Flea Market Fancy…
Quick Thrift Thursday
My Thursday was a little different this week. Luke and I had a lazy morning and then went to a friends house to play with some little friends for the…
adventures in fashion
So I was a bit more experimental this week with my outfits. I have to say that I definitely am having more fun with fashion since I have lost some…
jumping on the bandwagon.
So I did I ordered my Farmer’s Wife Book and joined the Flickr group and started this year long project that I just couldn’t stop myself from getting addicted to. …
bloglovin’
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Thrifting Thursday- a little late
My thrifting friend, Ronda, and my schedules didn’t sync up yesterday. So just Luke and I hit a couple places. We went to a Goodwill in Wheaton IL, and Savers…
Mushroom Love
This little guy was a thank you gift for someone in relation to my project From:Me To:You. I designed this mushroom pattern for a mushroom swap through flickr several years…
What I wore despite 95+ temps
I Hate the heat! Everyone who knows me knows this fact. It has been super hot in Chicagoland recently 95+ everyday. Yet I am not a tank top and shorts…
Swoon Block One
I first saw this block on Fussy cut, the first post I read after discovering her blog. I knew at first site I MUST make it, whatever it was. So…
Snippets of space
Here are a few snippets of our basement family room. My stack of vintage luggage. The top two are from random thrift stores for a buck or two each, the…
birds of a feather…
I stumbled across The Sometimes Crafter the other day, from her stacked quilt piece I linked to here. I am loving her blog, specifically her sampler quilt along and tutorials….
Thrifting Thursday @ The Brown Elephant
My thrifting partner in Crime Ronda and I mosied out to Oak Park, IL to check out The Brown Elephant. It did not disappoint my friends. My Other little…
Lots of W’s
First, I am joining in on Lindsey, from the pleated poppy, and her What I Wore Wednesday Posts. So much cute Fashion inspiration over there. Check it out! I have…
My heart
Because I have no new projects to show currently! Here is what has my heart each and every second of the day! Thanks for stopping by!
stacked
I LOVE stacked quilts! This one is so very pretty, this snippet is so great, rainbow goodness, this one, this, & this are all so lovely. Ever since I made…
Sitting Handsome!
I purchased the highchair above at a Children’s resale before Luke was born. It is a Badger Euro II Highchair. I like it’s simple design and that it cost $40.00…
Thrifting Thursday! on Friday
So my Friend Ronda and I went thrifting yesterday and I just couldn’t quite get this post done in time. But I am hoping to make this a weekly installment….
7 months
Luke Danger turned 7 months yesterday! We where in Florida so we took his monthly photos today. This is a pretty accurate photo of my little man lately. Always on…
Stitches
I have been stitching a little bit lately making some gifts. This one was for the January (yeah I’m super late) From:Me To:You gift. I have this saying in…
Growing to fast
So my baby boy is over 6 months now! I can’t believe it. He is so big. He is a happy smiley baby! Always enjoys a little game of peek-a-boo…
28
So I turned 28 on June 12th. It is strange! When I was little, grown ups who where 28 years old seemed old, and it was like I would never…
shop update
I updated my shop with a few items. I have a pile of other stuff I just have to photograph and edit. :) Soon! Click on the picture to check…
Hi There!
I decided to switch to wordpress to have more customization to my site. I am still working things out so bear with me as I figure this new journey out….
top 5
So I thought I would share the top 5 baby items I couldn’t live without the first month or two and still use all of them weekly or daily. (this…
What I Pin and Why 2
What I Pin and Why. A little late, but whatever! ;) I have been dreaming and scheming up ways to revamp my backyard and patio area on the cheap. :)…
Dedication Prep
We are having Luke Dedicated at our Church on Sunday! He is 5 1/2 months old, where has the time gone? I am lapsing in doing his monthly posts but…
What I Pin and Why!
I thought I would start a new weekly(hopefully) feature on my blog. I am so enamored with pinterest that I wanted to share a pin weekly and why I pin…
Happy Happy Mother’s Day!
I know it’s almost over but I just wanted to give a shout out to all the mom’s out there on this Mother’s Day. :) (my beautiful Mom and Luke)…
Good Friday!
It’s Good Friday and I sit here remembering, waiting, and playing. :) I am remembering my Father in Heaven who gave his life for me. I am blessed beyond measure….
I pin! Do you?
pinterest! Have you heard of it? Oh my gosh it’s wonderful! I was always bookmarking stuff in the past, when I liked it and then I would lose track of…
we’re here
We are here enjoying life. Luke is teething so he is loving anything fabric to suck on. I finally made him a crinkle owl. :) He loves it! I have…
life….or something like it
Life after having a baby is so dramatically different than what you think it will be. Yes it is filled with sweet baby smells, coos, smiles, clothes, and a myriad…
Alliga..croc…lizard!
So I started out a couple of weeks ago with an idea to make an Alligator stuff animal. :) Not as easy as I thought. The pattern looks perfect for…
3 months old!
Well 7 days ago he was 3 months! :) Life goes so quickly around here it’s ridiculous sometimes.We didn’t have a 3 month appointment so I am not sure how…
San Diego
We flew to San Diego for our 7th anniversary with our 2 1/2 month old little Luke. He was great to fly with. He ate, slept, and pooped. :) Beware…
absence
Sorry for the unannounced absence. I have been spending some time in sunny San Diego, CA with these two handsome guys. We were there celebrating 7 wonderful years of marriage….
V-day!
Two Months Old!
Um… yeah! Babies grow to fast! :) Luke Danger likes to give me very expressive faces. I think he gets that from his daddy! :) He weighs 11lbs 8oz in…
Sneaky boy!
So I bought a bunch of clothes for Luke before he was born. I started going to kids clothing resales with some friends and of course places like the gap,…
R U 7
I whipped up this bag the other night for a special little friend in my life who turned 7 last week! I know I am always late now that Luke…
Cozy up!
We are snowed in! Well at least till my hubby and sister-in-law finish snowplowing. :) But seriously this looks like a lot more than 19.5″! View from our back door…
New Quilt
So you know how I said I was going to make the postcard quilt from film in the fridge. Well I just couldn’t get on board with it as I…
Luke’s New Hat
Luke’s Elf hat is getting to small and his normal hat I knitted for him before birth is to big still. So enter the bear hat. :) I am pretty…
Happy Mail!
I received all these yummy fabrics in the mail today. :) I am thinking about doing a postcard quilt like film in the fridges. But I am wondering if I…
Nothing new here! :)
My life is pretty much baby, baby, baby over here. It’s wonderful! :) So here’s a bit of eye candy for you since I have nothing to share except the…
Luke’s Birth Story
It all started Sunday the 5th at about 8:30am; I was 40 weeks 3 days pregnant and done J. I woke up with a contraction. The first I had felt….
1 month
Luke is 1 month old and he can’t contain himself! I just love that he smiles and looks so excited when we hang out during his awake times.He had his…
New Traditions
We went to my parents house the day after Christmas to celebrate with my parents, one of my sisters and her three kids, and my brother and his wife. It…
beary gifted!
So I shared here about a Christmas gift I made and thought I would share it in use. She loved it, and it fit! Thank goodness! Thanks for stopping by!
Welcome 2011
2011 is here! Wild!I realized several years ago that New Years Resolutions don’t work to well for me. So I have just started setting goals for myself. If I make…
2010
2010 has been a wonderful year. From finding out we were finally pregnant, to welcoming our sweet boy into the world. This year has been measured in baby and I…
Home from the Holidays!
It’s been a super busy couple of weeks, with our little man, several holiday parties, family in from out of town on my Husbands side, and traveling to my parents…
Eye Candy
Some of the photos my Brother took of Luke when he was 5 days old. Sorry for the lack of posts besides baby. :) I haven’t gotten much done besides…
5 days
For your viewing pleasure!Thanks for stopping by!
Luke Danger has arrived!
I could not be more in love with Luke Danger who arrived this morning via c-section at 8:34am after 24 hours of labor. He made me work for him, and…
Shutterfly: Making Christmas Cards happen
This year I am having to wait a little to send out my Holiday cards since we were expecting our first baby on December 2nd. Well he arrived on the…
It’s my Due Date.
So yeah, today is December 2nd, my due date! A little anticlimatic if you ask me. I am ready, beyond ready. I have been for weeks. :) I knew all…
To keep Luke’s noggin warm!
I have had this pattern from baparsell for several months with the plan to make Luke an elf hat for Christmas Pictures. I even bought the pattern way back when,…
Lattice Quilt
I finished another Christmas Gift this week. A big one. :) It’s a Lattice Quilt inspired by filminthefridge I just loved this style when I saw it and thought it…
Something warm and cozy
A quilt for a Christmas gift! I used this quilt as inspiration. I do love the way it turned out. It was a very simple pattern to figure out and…
Homemade…
Wednesday and Thursday found me not wanting to do anything but sit and craft (well and eat thanksgiving food)! Which is fun, but also makes the house feel neglected. You…
Softies!
Some special softies for Christmas! The Dino. This was so simple to make, and I love that it is so modern looking. I looked up a bunch of dinosaur silhouettes…
Christmas Calendar
This year for Christmas I am planning on taking time to enjoy the season as I will be home full time with our bundle of joy once he decides to…
Jingle Balls
I made some of these in the past and they are so easy and cute. So I added them on the list for one of my Christmas Gifts. They are…
More Headbands
A couple of crocheted headbands and a braided one too. Now that I am looking at this picture I realize I would like to add buttons to the straight purple…
The Elves are at work!
I have been trying to knock out my Christmas Gift list so I can sit back and enjoy our baby when he arrives. :) T-15days! Some fun headbands for some…
Beary Cute!
I am up to my elbows in making Christmas gifts right now. I need to step it up a bit if I want to get done by the time the…
Luke’s Room
So the babies room is basically finished. I may add a couple of things, like the closet door. :) But for now I am 110% satisfied with the outcome. Now…
Christmas Outfits
I have started thinking about Christmas Outfits for myself as I will not be pregnant anymore and can have some fun with my clothes again.I am looking for a dressier…
Happy Halloween!
Happy Halloween Everyone!Nothing special happening over here. Our regular Halloween party thrower just had her baby on Thursday, my hubby is flying out on the first of his last business…
Basement Progress
Hi Guys!I just wanted to share pictures of my super close to being done basement. We are just working on finishing touches from here and moving in furniture this weekend….
Cleaning up!
I have been making some burp cloths lately as I like things that are cuter than just a plain cloth diaper. :) I tried to attach fabric to one side…
daily blog stops
So I have a long list of blogs in my reel that I check as they update. But I have a few that I go to daily just for inspiration…
Gifting Friends
I had a baby shower awhile back. One of my closest friends planned it all and several more of my friends and my mom helped her get it all ready….
One Thing
One of the many projects I have been working on lately. As our basement remodel winds down, I believe we have roughly 9 more days to completion, I am running…
Gifts 2, 3, & 4
In September I gave 4 gifts away on my Facebook Page From:Me To:You. I shared the first gift already here. So now I will share the 2nd, 3rd, & 4th…
Peeks
My weeks lately have been obsessing over Luke’s room. I spent three days painting it. Yes three, call me crazy, but it looks wonderful. Here are some peeks of his…
Snippets
(Owl lamp found at thrift shop for $11 for baby’s room) Because I am consumed by renovations and baby prep right now I have not been crafting. Boo! I have…
toys for momma
So I went to Renegade Chicago this weekend. So much fun. This is my second year to go since I live 20 miles west of the city, and it has…
Don’t worry I haven’t forgotten about you my lovely blog! I have some projects in the works and hopefully will be able to share some actual pics soon. In the…
We’re Off…
To our friends Lake House in Michigan for the weekend. (wideopenspaces) If only it was like Thom Filicia’s above. :) But I can’t really complain about a weekend of friends,…
From:Me To:You September Week 1
My pet project From:Me To:You is having a September extravaganza to celebrate the completion of it’s first year.1 winner each week of September will receive a gift, along with a…
Today I am…
1. Looking for a mid century dresser similar to this for Luke’s room! (craigslist has failed me for weeks now) (retrorenovation) 2. Looking for a cabinet for my soon to…
Crafty Headbands
A young lady turned 9 this past week and I attended her party on Saturday. In my opinion this is getting in a pre-teen age that is a little pickier…
From:Me To:You August 2010
I have mentioned my Facebook Gifting Page before. But if your new, here is a link From:Me To:You check it out! The gift for August 2010 is a little stuffed…
25 weeks down 15 to go
It’s seeming more real only 15 weeks left. So I thought I would share another bump picture. 25 weeks on 08-19-2010. Baby Luke likes to kick a lot all day…
My New Diaper Bag
Okay, here’s the deal! I have been trying to find a diaper bag that my husband and I can both use, something simple, but still stylish.Yeah not happening, my hubby…
Apple Tree
A sketch in my idea book has come to life. :) The other day I had some time and my book happened to be open to this sketch so I…
Summer Giveaway Winner
Thanks to everyone who entered the giveaway and as much as I wish everyone could win, wow I would be crafting none stop! BaileyGirl5 you are the winner! Yay! Please…
Summer Giveaway
Hi All!I told you earlier that we would be having a giveaway this week. Well I am getting it in just under the wire. :)To make it more fun I…
the Market bag
I made this bag which I have dubbed “the Market bag” last week for my sister for her birthday. I hope she doesn’t read this before she gets it in…
Misc. Craftiness
I felt the urge to be crafty this weekend. But not normal craftiness, just absentminded go with the flow and create craftiness. Sometimes it just feels good to make something…
Construction Zone
A special little man’s 1st birthday was last week. So I put my thinking cap on and got to work on some constructing. I found this great little construction worker…
From:Me To:You July
From:Me To:You My pet project Facebook page. Check it out and join if you haven’t already. The July Gift: An Apron for a lady who loves to bake! This is…
Spider Webs
So I made this Spider Web quilt block from this Tutorial at a la mode fabrics. It was very easy and decently quick, I think it would be quicker if…
Luke’s First Quilt
I whipped this up over the weekend! It’s a small quilt to go over his carseat in the winter or on his stroller. It measures roughly 34″ x 37″. Large…
Baby Luke is on His way!
He’s a boy! Yay! We are super excited. :) So I have a few things to share Luke related! His Room Inspiration: Colors: Navy, aqua, yellow, gray, and whiteThe navy…
New Master
Okay Please pardon the messy first two pictures as they are just to show you the original color. It was painted this blue when we moved in and as it…
The Delinquent Quilt
So here are pictures I promised, of the quilt I finished in June. The Beachy Coin Quilt! Coin Quilts are one of my favorite styles of quilts. They are simple…
From: Me To:You June
I just thought I would share the From:Me To:You June project. Check out my pet Project From:Me To:You on Facebook! I decoupaged this clipboard and added a painted wood inspiration…
New Quilt Projects
I have a couple of quilts started for Christmas gifts. I have to get started super early since I NEED to be done with gifts by Thanksgiving. :) #1 Stacked…
Bugaboo How I love you
So this is going to be my Stroller, the Bugaboo Cameleon! I have Loved this stoller for about 3 years now. I am not sure where the obsession started, I…
Friend Quilt
So here’s the problem with blogging! I love to do it and I have tons of ideas and topics. But often I forget to take pictures or I can’t find…
Boys Boys Boys
It’s about 5 weeks till we find out if the baby is a Boy or a Girl. I am excited yes, but also a little worried. We will be very…
The Weekend
I had a wonderful weekend!It started with my parents coming in on Friday night and staying through Saturday. We went yard saleing , thrifting, to boutiques, and a craft show…
Not so little Headband!
I made this not so little headband as a prototype! This is my Goddaughter modeling it for us. :) Isn’t she cute? It’s made from Jersey knit fabric so it…
Soft and Beachy
I was browsing on etsy today and I saw some super cute beachy soft balls. I can’t remember where I saw them because I immediately felt the urge to make…
Cuteness
I started knitting this hat when I found out I was pregnant, and then with the morning sickness and exhaustion put it down til this past weekend. I finished knitting…
A stack of Crinkles
Some of what I have been working on for the past 3+ months. :) I believe I started this stack of Owls right about when I got pregnant. I worked…
December
December will welcome a Little Bundle of Joy to our Household. We are so excited to welcome our little boy or girl come December 2nd. :) This is one of…
Basement Reno
(stairs to our basement) So we started our Basement Renovation this week! I am so excited. (a corner of the basement) The two pictures above where taken after my Master…
A slump
I think I go through stages in my creative life. Right now I think I am in a decorating and organizing stage. (goodknits via wehearit.com) I don’t feel as much…
Strings
(film in the fridge string quilt) (film in the fridge tutorial) I adore string quilts and have add it on my dream to do list. Well today I found myself…
A baby Quilt
One of my Bible Study Ladies had her first baby the week before Easter and I made her this quilt.It’s about 30″ x 40″ the perfect size for laying on…
A dilemma
I am trying to decide if I should change the color of my coffee table. I purchased this coffee table last year for $15 at a local thrift store. We…
10 Things
Whoa hold the phone! Two post in one day after weeks of absence. hehe!I have noticed a few people do Rachel’s questions and love reading more about people so I…
Getting There
So I have been absent from this space for a couple of weeks! Not planned it just sort of happened.I have been not feeling well lately, and have been sooooo…
Winner
So Sorry for not posting this on Friday! I have had the busiest whirlwind week this year and am still recovering today on Monday when I need to be recovered…
365
I decided after seeing this post on Julie’s Blog that I would take at least one picture each day and label them in order so I can see what I…
It’s a New Year
The New Year always is so nice for me. I love the fresh start, the blank slate, the ability to make the year as wonderful as I envision.(A little girl’s…
Enjoying Time
I am at my parents house right now enjoying all my family that is in. My brother and his wife one of my sisters and her three kids my dad…
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas! I hope you all are spending loads of time with family and friends and are having a wonderful day! I am spending Christmas Eve with my in-laws and…
Happy Belated Hanukkah
We had our annual Hanukkah party on the 19th! It was a blast.We played dreidel, ate ALOT, played other games such as Taboo, Ticket to Ride, Craps, and Settlers of…
Christmas Gifts
Here are a couple peeks at some gifts! Nothing that will give them away. : ) Thanks for stopping by!
Christmas is Coming
I love Christmas Season. It is full of beautiful things, great music, tons of time with Friends and Family, parties, and gift giving.But it can be stressful too! Parties to…
Sunday Favorites
This week I am looking at organization for my favorites. I have a special project that I have been dreaming off and working on for awhile, that inspired these finds….
Christmas Craft To-Do’s
I have a long list of things to make for family. I am so excited this year because I am able to give about 50%ish handmade items. Someday I may…
Lazy Saturday
Today is a day for napping, a day for staying in bed all day, a day for nothingness. Here is what makes me want to do just this today. But…
Christmas Count Down
(tree in our upstairs hallway) Okay so maybe it’s that there are only 15 days till Christmas, or the beautiful snow outside but it’s beginning to feel alot like Christmas….
Giveaway Annouced
A big thanks to everyone who stopped by and entered the giveaway for my 100th post. : ) The winner is Brenna who commented: “Congrats on your 100th post! and…
Sunday Favorites
This Sunday I just found a smattering of Favorites on etsy that I would buy as gifts or would like to get as a gift. : )craftpaca coyotecraft thepinkneedle flowerpress…
My Christmas Wish List
My Christmas Wish List…. for now. ;) Heather Bailey Nicey Jane Fabric auto trash can Fuji Instax Mini 7 bartlettsall about steve Patchwork Style waffle the zebra Mimosa Earrings But…
Christmas Spirit
I have been decorating my house for Christmas since black friday, and here are couple of pictures that have been inspiring me and putting me in the Christmas Spirit. (found…
Sunday Favorites
Wow it’s been a week since I posted yikes! I need to remedy that this week. : ) But for now, here are my favorites from this week. I am…
Sunday Favorites
Okay so I am a day or two late, but it’s been a busy weekend. So here are a few random favorites from etsy. Enjoy!yumiyumi abbadabbabags kittyrogers marjji buttonempire Thanks…
My Creative Space
Kootoyoo is holding another my creative space link party. So here are a couple things I am working on this week.Paper pieced hexagons. I have a plan to make a…
hearting things
I really wanted to share this website with you all!wehearitIt is amazing. Once you join you can tag almost any picture on any website and save it to your heart…
From:Me To:You November
These are the November gifts for my pet project From:Me To:You. Two different winners this month means two gifts to make and give. Yay! 1.The first is two in one!…
Scarf Along
Come join in the fun! Julie over at Joy’s Hope started up a fabulous scarf along, this is for anybody who can sew or can’t. Well after Julie got a…
Sunday Favorites
This week I was introduced to this lovely blog and shop. So I thought I would focus this Sundays Favorites on packaging, and get some inspiration for my product packaging….
Ornament Exchange
Come and join in the fun over at The Benner Daily! Shealynn is hosting an ornament Exchange, and it is going to be loads of fun.Will you join in? I…
Baby Showers
I Co-hosted three baby showers this year for three close friends. I will probably be doing at least 2 more next year! Not to mention the countless ones I have…
Sunday Favorites
This week my sunday favorites are focusing on baby related items. I have oodles of friends getting pregnant and having babies right now, not to mention our own desire to…
Spotbot
Lots of baby boys are being born lately, so I needed to come up with something that isn’t girly to give as gifts when they get older.Meet Spotbot! ( verdicts…
Gifts
A couple of gifts I made for my pet project From:Me To:You A framed embroidery and fabric collage A wool felt leaf garland as seen here. Thanks for stopping by!
My Creative Space
I have been seeing lots of people doing these “my creative space” posts lately, and kootoyoo is having a link party so I thought I would join in. My creative…
Happy Halloween
I just thought I would share a couple pictures that make me think Happy Halloween thoughts. Pumpkin FireplaceOwl CostumeMy Hubby : )A Felt Pumpkin I made!White PumpkinsHalloween LadiesGhost Earrings...
Shop update
Hi everybody! I wanted to let you all know I put some new items in my shop. I thought I would show you some of my favorites on etsy in…
Fall Craft Show
Saturday marked my first craft show of the year. It went very well. I made some handy new displays for everything and stream-lined my booth display from the past two…
Bruce
Sunday night left me with time to finish up one of the animals in a pile I discovered last week in my trashed sewing room (it’s clean now). Meet Bruce!He’s…
Bib Me!
Tonight I had some time to make a couple bibs for all the babies in my life right now. : )Tomorrow I will stop by the fabric store to buy…
Woodland Quilt
Okay so Amy over at Park City Girl is having a Fall Quilt Festival, so I thought I would join in with my round 2 quilt from the awesome Old…
Patiently Waiting
This is what I saw everytime I walked up my stairs today. Some critters and crafts patiently waiting for tags and the journey to my next craft show! Hopefully some…
The Bandit
What have I been doing lately…. not a whole lot besides working. It’s gorgeous chilly fall weather outside so I have been knitting while watching this show that I am…
From:Me To:You
My new pet project.So I had this ephiphany today while driving. Why not GIVE away items I make, and not necessarily to people I know. So I started a facebook…
Procrastination
Yesterday I procrastinated all afternoon by making these!Today I procrastinate by posting about it. : )(p.s. I did work all morning both days, sooo….)
Lisa Leonard Designs Jewelry GUEST GIVEAWAY!!!!
Lisa Leonard Designs Jewelry GUEST GIVEAWAY!!!! Kathleen over at Grosgrain is having a wonderful giveaway. Check it out if you can. Lisa Leonard has fabulous jewelry designs that I must…
Cubed
I found two of these upholstered cubes maybe about a month ago on the curb. They were not very pretty but seemed in good condition and I knew I could…
Flea Market Saturday
Hi All! My parents and I met up this Saturday at the Pecatonica, IL Flea Market for the day. It was huge, and loads of fun. We saw lots of…
Feeling put together! Not.
( A fun little package that will arrive shortly at it’s destination) So I feel the need to write a post about how I constantly feel behind in my work,…
Craft space snippets
Currently my craft space is temporary. It is in the smaller bedroom upstairs across from ours, and when we do have a baby it will become the nursery. After that…
Renegade! Yeah
So I was able to make it to the Renegade Craft Fair in Chicago today, with my friend Tricia & her baby, Zeke. Wow, It was super fun. I have…
hexagons = love
I am so into hexagons lately. This is what I started working on last night. I love the colors. But man it’s going to take me awhile to make a…
Little Hoot
I whipped up this little guy tonight. I have been wanting to make a little owl since making this big guy.He is super easy and fun to make. I have…
LUCKY!
I feel super lucky today. I made a quick stop into the Goodwill down the street from my house, and found these.All the little creatures where in a clear plastic…
Sunday musings
Last night I made a couple lady bugs from this Amy Butler book for a little lady who turned one recently. I love the way they turned out.I also made…
Busy as a bee!
I have a non-working weekend for the first time in awhile. So I need to tackle some major projects that keep getting moved to the back burner. So as I…
Twirly Fun
I found this lovely blog a little while ago and am so inspired by all her awesome clothes. I just fell in love with the Market Skirt and had to…
8 years and counting
A little lady I know and love turned 8 this August. I Moved to Chicago-land the month she was born, and started attending the church her dad pastors the week…
Flea Market Fancy
So I found this website a few days ago, Flea Market Fancy Freaks, and am sooo excited about the prospects. Having another run of Flea Market Fancy would be sooo…
Fall is here! … at least for today.
Well the last handful of days in Chicagoland has been wonderful. Mid 60’s a brisk breeze. Perfect cardigan and scarf weather. I am sooooo excited because I love fall it…
Dollies and Mermaids are a Hoot
I have a few more things to show you that I have made recently.A couple more fabric collages, I really need to get some of these in the shop.A fun…
Learning my Alphabet
Just a little gift I made for one of my nephews. He turned three this spring and I am sending a package to him and his siblings since all there…
Fabric Collage
A couple more framed pieces that I will be adding to my shop. I am having so much fun with these.I am using vintage doilies and vintage buttons. With a…
Linen = Love
Some new projects I have been working on lately.I found several yards of yummy linen in the bottom of a basket in my sewing room. ( yes it is scary…
Today I Sew
I picked up some great new fabrics today. Mostly for gift projects, for Christmas and some birthdays. My husband thinks I am a little nuts starting on Christmas gifts now,…
And Again
Well I had such a great time doing the Old Red Barn Co. Quilt Along that I decided to join the same ladies in the zig-zag quilt along. Here are…
Checking things off!
I have been super busy lately. Lots of work to do, lots of projects in the works, lots of events to go to. My best friend had a baby at…
What I like to Wear
Lately I have been thinking more about my fashion style and what I wear. I say that my style is bohemian chic. I love clean lined clothing from places like…
Lovely Yellows
This weekend I repainted my upstairs half bath. I painted it a lovely shade of grey, and then added lovely touches of Yellow. This is what it looked like before:…
Sushine and Waterfalls with some coins thrown in!
These are the new fabrics for my coin Quilt. I LOVE yellow right now, and when I saw these fabrics they just seemed right. I will be surrounding them by…
Best seat in the House
This has been my seat for the past couple of days. In the 6th week of my Quilt Along I am teaching myself/learning from tutorials how to free motion quilt…
What I did this weekend
So on Wednesday night my husband informs me we are leaving for Arizona the following evening. Where we will be staying in our own private house with a pool, and…
Quilt Along week 4
I am loving this quilt along. I am so looking forward to my soft and cozy quilt to curl up with this winter. Here is my finished quilt top all…
Paint Party
I decided to join the Paint Party over at 320 Sycamore so here are a couple of rooms in my house that I have painted and love the colors.This is…
Pillows and Posies
I have been working on a couple projects lately. I have been in love with bright colors lately, and applique. So I am incorporating those loves into some pillows.A finished…
Quilt Along Fun
I found this Quiltalong and instantly joined. I am so excited to make a quilt for myself. I have wanted to for awhile but always feel like it’s to big…
Needing Inspiration
What my life currently looks like and often feels like. Lately it’s like all I do is work, sleep, work, fight with husband, sleep. I just can’t to seem to…
Mushroom Swap
I have been looking for a good swap to participate in lately. And came across this one from knitsonya. I love fun handmade mushrooms, so I thought it couldn’t hurt…
Wrap it up!
I have had this piece of furniture hanging around since April ’08. I purchased it at a little antique store near Iowa City, IA on an outing for my mom’s…
Snowmen
Here are some pictures of some fun little snowmen I have been working on lately. They are made from glass jars and bottles.My personal favorite is the gentleman with the…
Some Softies
This is a photo from my Craft show a couple weeks ago. I did pretty well, and had a blast hanging out with a friend. Thanks to everybody who put…
pumpkins, ghosts, good friends, & apples
This weekend temperature’s were high, but it didn’t deter us from our pumpkin farming. We set off Sunday afternoon for the farm, after 3 hours, several turn arounds, and lots…
Twirly Skirts & Coffee Cozies
twirling, whirling, fantasy, play, tea parties, fairies, princess play, just a few of the things I hope are achieved in the twirly skirt. A Fun Twirly Skirt made from lots…
Cozy things for Fall
I am getting back into knitting and crocheting with the fall finally settling in here in the Midwest. I made this cream scarf rather quickly with large knitting needles, and…
Life and What Happens in Summer
I took a long unplanned break it seems from my blog. Summer has just been to crazy, business is picking up, I am traveling a decent amount, my computer has…
Happy Mother’s Day
I just spent a lovely afternoon with my Mom (& dad) thrifting and yard sale shopping. I will post what treasures I acquired later. For now I just want to…
Business Progress
So I have been working on a few updates for my business lately. My brother who is an amazing photographer and web designer (did his own site) is working on…
To tired to Name this Post!
Two Dolls, one for a 3 year old named Chloe, and one for a 2 year old named Dijana. They are cousin’s and apparently best friends. So I made best…
Yarn,Yarn, & more Yarn
I recent joined the website Raverly.com and I am loving it. Belong to this site has opened doors, to fun and interesting people, new hobbies, great patterns, and fun ideas….
Blog Cheating
Lately I have been finding some great new blogs to read, and have been neglecting my tried and true list, over on the right, that I check regularly. I kind…
Working Away
Today after a lists of errands got done this morning. I positioned myself in front of the tv to work on some projects. Below is the view of my work…
Little Knits
My husband and I went skiing in Salt Lake City for our 4th anninversary. It was fun. Scary though. This was the first time we ever skied on a mountain….
Month of Pink
Strawberries made for somebody’s birthday. Hopefully she likes them. The pink strawberries are made from a vintage chenille bedspread, and the polka dot is just a sweet print I found…
wip
I haven’t been finishing alot of crafts or fun stuff lately. So I thought I would show you what I have been working on. I don’t do this to often…
Penguin Me!
This is a little guy I whipped up after an interesting attempt. (about twice the size -18″tall-) I think he is rather cute. And fitting for the season that it…
Checking off my list
This week has been a very good week of productivity. I have been able to completely finish organizing my sewing room/office. It looks pretty good. I haven’t taken pictures yet,…
New Year New Outlook
I am evaluating alot this new year. I want to simplilfy my life in terms of how many extra activities I do that are to much work. I would like…
White Bright and Snowy
I hope that everybody had a great Thanksgiving. I sure did. It was a pretty busy weekend, dinner with the in-laws and friends (all 22 of us), my parents visiting,…
Oh My another Post
Well, as all (by this I mean the 2-6 people that read this blog) of you may have guessed by my absence lately I am pretty busy. In the past…
Craft Craft Craft
I have been crafting alot lately for some past and upcoming craft shows.That is my friend and my craft booth at a local church craft show we did a couple…
Fall
Hello everybody! Well I thought that I should post. So here are a few of the projects I have completed in the past 2 months.This is an apron that I…
Flea Market Fun
My sign that I threw together yesterday after reading a craftshow article in the current copy of the crafting magazine Adorn. I think it looks great. But I am a…
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