I love a cup of tea in the evening. I’ve taken to snuggling in with tea and my crochet and stitching attempts once the girls are in bed and my chores are finished. It’s such a relaxing way to end the day! I didn’t have any coasters to use, though–I mean, I have coasters, but […]
Eight Ort Storage Ideas
Many stitchers hold onto their orts (the small leftover bits of thread that occur when you’re doing an embroidery or cross stitch project). I’ll admit that I hadn’t until a couple of years ago, but I wish now that I had discovered the practice sooner! I asked my stitching friends forever and ever ago what […]
Easy Embroidery Ring Necklace
I take voting seriously and have cast my ballot in every election since I turned 18–even the elections I was overseas for. I can remember how excited I was to vote in my first election. The issues I care the most about have changed since that first election, but my passion over voting hasn’t. I’m […]
Tassel Ghost Necklace
I am so happy that it’s back to being the acceptable time of year to share Halloween fun! The girls have been talking about what they want to be this year and I’ve been happily pulling out decorations. Each piece I pull out gives me an idea of another project to make and I’ve been […]
Patriotic Heart Headbands
We are all about the red, white, and blue during the summer. The girls love getting dressed up for parades and fun events and recently asked me for something to put in their hair. I had a lot of fun coming up with these Patriotic Heart Headbands. They were so easy to put together and […]
Shiny Cross Stitch
I love gathering extras for swaps and recently completed this quick-finish Shiny Cross Stitch for one. The pattern is by Armada Designs on Etsy and is the perfect treat for your favorite Firefly fan. I stitched it up in DMC E3852 and wrapped the hoop in a sparkly baker’s twine. I hope my partner likes […]
Mickey Mouse String Art
I am completely unashamed about declaring my huge love of Disney. I grew up loving Disney movies and shows (I was going to be on The Mickey Mouse Club–who cares if it was just in my dreams!). Scott and I have been to every Disney park minus Japan. We took the girls to Disney World […]
Lest We Forget Cross Stitch Pattern
Scott and I were recently talking about Memorial Day and Anzac Day and how both of our home countries commemorate our fallen soldiers. “Lest We Forget” is frequently used in Kiwi observances and I thought it was perfect for Memorial Day, as well. The pattern calls for all cross stitch, but if you want to stitch […]
Downton Abbey Cross Stitch Decor
Downton Abbey fanatics unite!! Are you ready for the season premiere tonight?! If you need a little push to get you through the day, my friends and I have joined up to bring you Downton Abbey Inspired Recipes, Crafts, Printables, and more! I’m sharing my Downton Abbey Cross Stitch Decor! You can’t think of Downton […]