This is what you do if you've been collecting Christmas fabric for three years in a row with all the intentions in the world of making stockings and table toppers or other miscellaneous ... Read More about slacker christmas decor
seeing red
This year I am digging Christmas. I bought half a dozen Christmas magazines two months ago and earmarked almost every page, making lists and lists of things to make. But in the end, ... Read More about seeing red
retract the christmas claws: having a merry christmas
Everyone knows patience is not my virtue. If you are one of those patient and kind at all times types, I am jealous of you. Since I know this is my shortcoming, and I also realize I live ... Read More about retract the christmas claws: having a merry christmas
a successful first party for Baby A
We are back and I'm so very behind. Ashlyn's party went off perfectly. My friends and gracious hosts Paul & Kat didn't bat an eye when 25 people (half of them children) ... Read More about a successful first party for Baby A
all set
Birthday flags and linens are finished: Party dress is embroidered: Shoes are made (yes, I made these, using this awesome tutorial and pattern enlarged to 110%): Hostess gift ... Read More about all set
my proud little homeowner
A couple of weeks ago, Evyn was flipping through her National Geographic for Kids magazine and came upon a "gingerbread" house she just had to make. Fond of the ... Read More about my proud little homeowner