I brushed over the color copy of my photo with gel matte medium and let it dry overnight, face down, on an 8″ x 10″ framed canvas. The image came out fairly clear so I didn’t need to do a second transfer like I did on my first one. After […]
Hand Made Gift Ideas
Miniature Book Ornaments
These are miniature book ornaments from my childhood. I’ve always loved them. They are complete with miniature text, pictures, and sheet music. These little books inspired me to make up my own ornaments using some of my family’s favorite titles. I’ve bought most of my books at used book stores, […]
Published in Sew Somerset, Winter 2013
This is a special surprise! My cloth diaper jewelry pouch I made for my favorite necklace (given to me last Christmas) is featured in the new issue of Sew Somerset. Their photos make everything look dreamy. Thank you to editor, Jennifer Taylor, and everyone over at Stampington for providing so […]
Paper Roll Pillow Boxes
Last spring I posted some cute rabbits made from paper rolls. And just a few weeks ago I showed you how to turn paper rolls into pretty napkin rings and place-card holders. Now I hope you’ve been saving your rolls because here’s a third idea using this common recycle bin […]
A Crown of Flowers
I had an extra 5×7 frame that I wanted to put something in. I made a black and white copy of a favorite photo and then glued on pressed flowers. Hope you had a great weekend, thanks for coming by! Anyone know where my summer has gone?
“All Things Aqua” Challenge for Somerset Studio
My eye is always drawn to the color aqua, especially when it’s set off by black and white. These mini black canvases were perfect for my submission to Somerset Studio‘s “All Things Aqua” challenge. I mixed some white acrylic with heavy gel medium and loosely painted two with circles and […]
No-Sew Denim Treat Pockets
Some old jeans, silver duct tape, and a few odds and ends from your scrap basket are all you need to make these cute little pockets. I made these with Independence Day in mind since it’s only about a week away~ I took small strips of denim cut with pinking […]
8 Ideas for Simple Wrapping with Herbs and Paper Doilies
Faster. Simpler. Cheaper. These have been my goals when trying to come up with wrapping and gift ideas. I looked outside to see if there was something I could use and there was only one thing that has survived my black thumb: the herbs. I cut some clippings of rosemary, […]
Miniature Stationery Sets
This tiny stationery set was one of my treasures when I was about 8 years old. I adored the tiny papers and envelopes so much so that I was reluctant to use them. That’s why I still have some left! My 9 year old daughter loves this little set so […]