If I waited until I had a finished project to show you before I posted, it would be some time before you heard from me again, I suspect. So I thought I’d show you what I’ve got on the needles, on the hook, and in the sewing pile. I’ve got about a million in-progress projects […]
Read More: In progressYear: 2011
Crash Candles
Eco-friendly, soy-based, highly-scented candles in an artist-decorated tumbler. I have one. Want to know what I thought of it, and where you can get one, too?
Read More: Crash CandlesSunday in the Swamp
Today was a beautiful and warm October Sunday. My children were content to spend a lazy afternoon in their PJ’s playing video games, but me? Not so much. So I grabbed my camera and went solo to one of the prettiest places I know: The Great Swamp Wildlife Refuge. Do you see the frog in […]
Read More: Sunday in the SwampThe Big-Ass Book of Crafts 2 + Giveaway
If you’ve ever wondered what to do with those severed baby doll heads that seem to collect in your basement, you’ll want this book. What? You don’t have a doll head collection? That’s ok. I didn’t either, but this book has projects, even for us.
Read More: The Big-Ass Book of Crafts 2 + GiveawayYou’re not really a nerd, are you?
I think I’ve figured out something about you. Your eyes kind of glaze over when I start talking about apps and kindles and downloads and stuff like that, don’t they? You’re not really a nerd, are you? Ok, I can accept that. Let’s talk about something else, then. I’m kind of in the mood to […]
Read More: You’re not really a nerd, are you?21st Century Fun
I’ve got a few announcements today, both of which take advantage of some fun technology. First up, two FREE Android apps! I’ve mentioned the Polka Dot Cottage app here before, but I thought I would bring it up again, because I have since made it available on the Android Market. That makes it much easier […]
Read More: 21st Century FunThis boy
Ever since the days of the “Blankie O’ Love” this boy has been all about Cozy. Wherever he is, if there’s a blanket nearby, he’ll get under it. (I took this picture at my in-laws’ house the other night, where he had easily made himself at home under Grandma’s blanket.) He still thinks he is […]
Read More: This boyNew Publications for Summer and September
It’s been a great few months for polymer clay enthusiasts! We’ve seen two new DVDs, a brand new magazine, and new issues of a few favorite magazines hit the shelves. And there’s more to come.
Read More: New Publications for Summer and SeptemberOf hoodies and granny squares
So, it appears I am a softie. As the mother of two growing boys, I don’t often get requests from them for handmade things. And so when one of them says, “Mom, can you knit me a sweater?” you can bet I first pick my jaw up off the floor and then I say, “of […]
Read More: Of hoodies and granny squaresI wish I loved to clean
For some people, the process of keeping house is a joy – it makes them feel especially good to maintain a clean and comfortable nest for their families. Oh, how I wish I were like that! Don’t get me wrong, I do feel good when I manage to be all domestic, make a nice supper, […]
Read More: I wish I loved to clean