It's that time of year when the leaves are turning, the air is crisp and the pumpkins are rip for picking! Look at all these amazing pumpkins at our local farmers market. I just LOVE my Saturday shopping trips there! This year we were invited to a neighbors house for a pumpkin carving party. Don't laugh but standard fare for us is drawing on the pumpkin, struggling to carve it and fighting … [Read more...]
{How To} Plarn Flowers
October 21, 2011 by · 2 Comments
While at The Creative Connection Event, I had the chance to craft with a wonderful group of women on Friday night. It was so relaxed, almost effortless in fact, the way we all just chatting about life. Not really focusing on why we were at the event or even talking about business. It was so refreshing and reminded me of my sewing group in New Jersey. The Clifton Clippers- wow, do I miss … [Read more...]
{How To} Ruffle Tote Bag
October 17, 2011 by · 9 Comments
Let's face it, these ruffle totes are all over the place right now. And honestly, my girls love them!! (secretly, I do too) My tote bag is on the small side so, I am going to use it as a gift bag when finished. So, last night I dipped into the fabric stash and created this super cute tote bag in a snap. Really, it is super simple. It took me less that 1/2hr from start to finish. That includes … [Read more...]
{How To} Paper Pom Poms
October 14, 2011 by · 3 Comments
Paper Pom Poms Today's craft is super simple. I mean really simple & no cost. The kids made them with me so, they were super fun!! Let's face it, we all have news paper hanging around the house but what do you do with it? Since my recycling bin was full and the girls were looking for a craft project... the paper pom pom was put into action. These can be made any size and can be used in … [Read more...]
{How To} Fall Fun Toss Game DIY
October 7, 2011 by · 4 Comments
Fall Toss Game The leaves are starting to turn and it is time to pick apples, carve pumpkins and have fun in the corn maze with friends! Sounds like the perfect combination for a fall party! Which means, activities. This super simple toss game is perfect for Halloween parties, fall festivities and even class room fun! This project is for sewers with basic skills. Skill Level- 1 1/2 … [Read more...]
