Don’t forget to enter the giveway for a free double wine tote pattern from Fireflies & Jellybeans, plus a finished tote made by me! As a mother, sometimes I build things up into a big intimidating THING, and then when whatever it is happens it’s so not a big deal. I think I’m not alone {…Continue Reading}
Recently I volunteered to pattern test for Fireflies and Jellybeans. In exchange for a free pattern they were developing, I sewed a double wine tote and provided feedback on the pattern. It turned out to be super easy to follow, and a nice quick project. I think this would be perfect for a hostess gift, {…Continue Reading}
Did you see the results of the final round of Season 7 of One Month To Win It? I knew as soon as I saw Rhonda from home.made‘s grain sack painted dresser I knew my little project didn’t stand a chance: And Jessica from Sunny Tuesday (who claims to not “do” furniture) made her own ribbon storage station {…Continue Reading}
Hellooo! Have you been wasting spending quality time pinning stuff? I sure have! Some of the Pinterest parties have broadened my circle of following/followers so there’s even more cool stuff to look at! This week’s tip is mentions. You can mention a user you follw by typing @ in front of their name – it {…Continue Reading}
I promised a tutorial for the nautical flags which made up the banner for my project for Week Three of One Month To Win It, and here it is! When I set out to make this banner for my parents I had intended to make it for their home – called “the crab trap“, but {…Continue Reading}
Voting for week four’s finale projects will open today at One Month To Win It. This week the theme was furniture. I’ve done all my work – the decision is now in your hands!
I know my title doesn’t make much sense. Let me explain. In High School my friend Marty was super lazy. I mean a real slug (Marty – if you somehow are reading this; sorry but it’s true!). He used to say he was tired from napping so much that he needed another nap. Then Marty went to {…Continue Reading}
Sorry I’ve been out of pocket a bit lately. Between projects for One Month To Win It and Arden being sick this week, I feel like I’ve barely had a moment to do anything except care for tiny people, deal with poop in places it shouldn’t be (don’t ask – let’s just leave it at it {…Continue Reading}
This week’s little tip is a quick and easy way to add a description when you pin. Before you click on the Pin It button on a post or on your toolbar, just highlight the text you’d like to appear on your pin. It will appear in the description field as you build your pin {…Continue Reading}
I’m so excited! I made it to the final round of One Month To Win It!! Next week the project theme is furniture, and I had a planned project for our home that I know we’ll like – I just hope the voters appreciate it also… Here’s my entry from Week Three – Banner or {…Continue Reading}
