Last weekend I was given a box of less-than-perfect produce filled with items about to be thrown away. They weren’t spoiled, just imperfect. The kale was a little brown,…
Fabulous Fabric Flowers for a DIY Wedding — or any occasion!
I adore the look of fabric flowers. They have a lovely vintage, sentimental feel, perfect for weddings and other special occasions. And when making them, there are lots of…
Dollhouse Bookcase: Beach Cottage, Brick Row House — Cute Ikea Hack
I really LOVE this project. There are endless possibilities for design and décor… you can build your dream house, try out designs you’d never do ‘in real life,’…
I just spent some time in the Pacific Northwest, much of it outdoors, and saw all kinds of birds, from stately eagles to tiny finches. So with that in…
Midsummer Floral Head Wreath — A Scandinavian Tradition
In northern European countries, where the winters are very long, very cold and very dark, the much-anticipated arrival of summer is definitely something to celebrate. The festival commemorating such…
DIY Small Batch Screen Printing Tutorial — Using Embroidery Hoops
I am thrilled to share my latest obsession: screen-printing. It’s fun, easy, and sooooo creative! I’m familiar with fabric paints, but never knew that bold, graphic, repeatable designs were…
“A Penny Saved” — My New Book (In Honor of Lucky Penny Day)
To commemorate Lucky Penny Day, and with the hope that I garner a little extra luck today, I’m thrilled to announce that … I’ve written a book! This is my…
If your mother lives nearby, why not bake her a cake for Mother’s day? It’s a simple gift that is beautiful, everyone will enjoy, and is easy to make……
Earth day is coming up so I was inspired to do a little upcycling with a project that has been brewing in my brain. The end result is beautiful,…
Twisty Stix are a great way to put a twist on a classic candy. You can control the sugar, and even add a bit of nutrition! Check out my…