Moving (hopefully one last time) was always a possibility for us, but it had to be the perfect scenario: a little more house, in the same school district, in a neighborhood just as friendly as the one we would be leaving. A little more house because let’s be honest, going in … [Read more...] about New Home… New Projects
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Lost In Design…And Loving It
I’ve completely lost myself in my current design. I don’t mean like lost my sense of style, or lost my motivation, or even lost track of what direction I wanted to take this piece. I mean like I literally lost myself. I’ve been in my studio for hours on end, draping, … [Read more...] about Lost In Design…And Loving It
Sew This Style – Anthropologie Inspired Ruffle Lace Blouse
I sew almost every day, and yet I don't have a single self-sewn piece in my wardrobe right now. How can this be? So while I'll never have a completely self-sewn wardrobe, I am determined to have at least a few more self-sewn pieces. And while I could drape or draft all … [Read more...] about Sew This Style – Anthropologie Inspired Ruffle Lace Blouse
How To Make A Frame With Mitered Corners
It took me awhile to perfect my technique for making a frame with mitered corners. It wasn't the frame itself that I struggled with, but really what was the best way to attach it to my sign. I like painting signs like these on 1/4" plywood. The thicker stuff is heavier, and … [Read more...] about How To Make A Frame With Mitered Corners
Snow Day Painting
Large Silhouette Stencils With Registration Marks I had some time to myself yesterday while the kids were outside sledding in the snow and felt inspired to do a little painting. Actually, the truth is, I started this months ago for my youngest and was feeling more than a … [Read more...] about Snow Day Painting
