I have a lot of fabric scraps left over from old projects, and while they’re actually fun colors and prints, none of them are big enough to turn into a larger quilt or sewing project. They’re the kind of scraps that feel too good to throw away but tend to sit in a basket waiting…
I’ve been seeing so many people share how they’re making their own Happy Birthday banners using scrap fabric, and I finally decided it was time for me to make one of my own using denim pockets. For the past 20+ years, every birthday in our family has looked about the same—plastic disposable banners, streamers, balloons,…
Over the past few years, I’ve created quite a few yarn projects using crochet hooks. I’ve made several afghans, hats, and scarves but one of my favorite things to make is washcloths. The great thing about washcloths is how quickly they work up with less than a skein of yarn. Pair these homemade washcloths with…
When we first moved into our new house, I knew I had a space at the top of the stairs that would be perfect for a cabinet to display my family quilts. I’ve had to store them in totes for the past several years because I didn’t have the right place for them. I love…
For over 15 years, I’ve been saving my kid’s tshirts from special events. The character t-shirts from kindergarten and first grade? Got them! The t-shirt my daughter wore in her 3rd-grade play? Got it! The reward t-shirt from all the Accelerated Reader competitions? Yep, it’s been stored in the tote with all the rest. I’ve…
Are you looking for a simple Thanksgiving craft you can make to help celebrate the season of thankfulness? If you know how to crochet a simple rectangle, then you can make up a basketful of crocheted pumpkins to remind your friends and family that you are thankful, blessed and grateful! Here’s how easy it is…
It’s hard to believe but Fall is here. I love simple decorations that give my home a hint of the season but don’t require extra expense or lots of time. Recently, one of my work colleagues showed me some yarn pumpkins she was using to decorate her house and I knew I had to make…
Do you have too many plastic grocery bags in your kitchen? I’ve tried stuffing them in a wall organizer but they just seem to multiply and fall out in the garage. I decided that I could create a simple tie bag that I will store them in and celebrate my love for adventure at the…
There’s just nothing quite like attending a Quilt Show – walking through a gallery and studying the quilts, hearing the stories, and being amazed at the workmanship. For over 10 years, I have worked with quilters from all around the country to host an Online Quilt Show. And we’re going to do it again! Some…