Fabulous Knitting Patterns for Yarn Scraps and Mini Skeins

December 22, 2017 // No Comments

I love the versatility of smaller lengths of leftover knitting wool, so I wanted to create a list of fabulous knitting patterns for yarn scraps and mini skeins. This post was inspired by the ADVENTurous Wrap KAL currently going on that... Continue reading →

How I Clean White Converse Sneakers

September 26, 2017 // No Comments

Converse sneakers and knee-high boots are my main footwear options. I have several of each and they seem to go with everything I own. Which also means it is important to me to take care of my sneakers and boots... Continue reading →

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Making a Burlap Table Card Display for a Rustic Wedding

August 31, 2017 // 2 Comments

This summer, I had the joy and honor of helping my friend and culinary goddess with a few crafty tasks for her daughter’s wedding. She kept my glass of rosé full and my baby occupied while I crafted away. Little... Continue reading →

Tips for Photographing Architecture

August 8, 2017 // No Comments

With all the traveling I’ve been enjoying this summer (and in my lifetime), I’m sharing some of my go-to tips for photographing architecture and examples of each from my own portfolio. And, for me, travel is lifelong education for my... Continue reading →

Lengthening a Denim Dress

July 6, 2017 // 2 Comments

When the spring 2017 line came out at Gap several months ago, I was delighted to find a simple denim popover dress. It was a great everyday dress since it was casual, comfortable, machine washable, and as denim it goes with... Continue reading →

Homemade Coffee Coconut Sugar Scrub

June 27, 2017 // No Comments

There is nothing quite like the allure of a spa day. Peace, tranquility, nicely scented things on our skin, and pampering ourselves to feel rejuvenated and relaxed. As a mom of two, all those things are rare on a daily... Continue reading →

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Kick Start Summer Crafts

May 16, 2017 // No Comments

I have been really into sewing lately, in addition to my usual knitting. So, in the spirit of finer arts far and wide, here is a collection of creative textile projects to Kick Start Summer Crafts: Fashion Design & Sewing... Continue reading →

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Create Your Own Harry Potter Potions Kit

February 12, 2016 // 2 Comments

This is a guest post by Katie, author of Curdled Like Cheese. She and I have known each all our lives (and our parents before us), so I’m so excited to share her post with you. Seriously, this is SO inspiring.... Continue reading →

Let’s Make Paper Snowflakes

December 24, 2015 // No Comments

It’s the holiday season and the entire family is together. No, it’s not a joke or a coffee commercial, it’s my life right now. There are seven adults and three little boys (sorry, they prefer the term “big boys”) under the... Continue reading →

Advice for Photographing Craft, Knitting, Food from award-winning craft blogger, Evin of EvinOK.com

How to Photograph Craft Projects & Food

September 2, 2015 // 2 Comments

I’m often asked how I capture the brilliant colors of yarn in my stash, mouth-watering goodness of something I’ve baked, textures of knitted items, or glimmer of a piece of jewellery I’m repairing. I’m always flattered and appreciative for the... Continue reading →

Low-rise jeans fix to keep the waist from sliding down

No More Plumber’s Smile with this Low Rise Jeans Fix

August 12, 2015 // 10 Comments

I love jeans or pants that fit me nicely…but then when I bend over or crouch down they shift and they appear ill-fitting and unkempt. I bought two pairs of soft stretch corduroy jeans at Gap last year and was in... Continue reading →

DIY Terrarium made with Upcycled Materials

August 5, 2015 // No Comments

Winter is coming and I am going to miss my terrace garden, so I decided to bring a bit of the outdoors in by creating my own little garden in a jar. After reading a few Pinterest tutorials, I decided to... Continue reading →

DIY Felt Elephant Clothespin Craft

July 31, 2015 // No Comments

LB and I love to do crafts a few times a week. I often forget to take step-by-step photos as we’re hard at work, but sometimes I do and today’s post is focused on one of the projects when I... Continue reading →

How to Decide If It’s Time to Finish or to Frog a Stalled Project.

July 29, 2015 // 2 Comments

Not all knitting projects work out and some just stall or hibernate. Like a broken down car, I kick the tires and wonder if it’s worth sticking with it or perhaps it’s time to move on to something new, maybe... Continue reading →

Beauty Boho Glass Bead Necklace handmade in one afternoon

Simple DIY Beachy Beaded Necklace

June 11, 2015 // 2 Comments

On Saturday, my son LB decided he wanted to make mommy a necklace. We were out of penne and macaroni so I asked him where we should get more supplies at the grocery store or the craft store and he... Continue reading →

Hot Dog, It’s a Knit Dachshund

April 30, 2015 // 1 Comment

Need to find just the right gift for a dog-lover? Oh, a Dachshund you say? Even better. Certain breeds are so iconic and translate well to art and design, the Dachshund is one such breed. I knew a lovely one in... Continue reading →

Midnight in Paris Trench Scarf

February 23, 2015 // 3 Comments

Some projects feel like you just need to keep them, even though they are meant for gifts. One example of this is the Midnight in Paris Trench Scarf I knit for my sister-in-law in 2009. I love how this turned out... Continue reading →

The Knit of the Irish – Patterns for St. Patrick’s Day

February 17, 2015 // 1 Comment

No sooner are the heart-shaped scones devoured and the roses haven’t even started to wilt and I’m going to dive in and start talking about Saint Patrick’s Day. Yes, St. Patrick’s Day. No, not St. Paddy’s Day or Pat’s Day... Continue reading →

Dark Chocolate Painted Pretzel Twigs

February 12, 2015 // No Comments

Salty and sweet can be such a lovely flavour combination, so I thought I’d try to make my own chocolate-drizzled pretzels. And since they make such a fun gift, I am sharing the recipe here with step-by-step photos. You may... Continue reading →

Seahawks & Patriots Knitting for Super Bowl XLIX

January 19, 2015 // No Comments

Sunday night, my husband and I stayed up late to watch the games to see who would be competing for this season’s Lombardi trophy. My husband grew up in Seattle and it is where he and I met and fell in love, so needless... Continue reading →