This year, we’re doing some studies of different countries and cultures. We’ll start learning about a country/culture and do a little learning about it every week until interest starts to peter out. Then we’ll switch to another. How This Post Works Each title in bold is a facet (in no particular order) of different countries […]
Every now and then I like to share a fun recipe. These skewer treats are fun, but not the most healthy. No, I don’t truly believe that the fruit outweighs the sugar. But they’re still fun for a treat for a party. I made them for the 4th of July. They’re pretty easy too. Here’s […]
Last week, I shared my first free embroidery pattern with you. I showed you a simple way of finishing the back. Today though, I want to share another way to finish the back of your embroidery hoop. This method is a little more difficult, but it gives a really nice finish and it gives a […]
I’m so excited to tell you about the very first embroidery pattern that I have designed. I’m so excited about it that I am going to give it to you for free!! It’s so perfect for spring too! Colors & Stitches: For this pattern you will need some basic rainbow colors of 6 stranded cotton […]
A while ago, I showed you how to make a bottlecap pincushion from the lid to a 2 liter bottle, a bit of wool felt and some wool stuffing. These are some of my favorite things to make. I’ll spend some time making a whole bunch of the pincushions and then spend several weeks embroidering […]