Feeling blah? Need a little something to jazz things up? How about a fabulous and comfy headband? I’ve posted a free pattern over on my sidebar, complete with photos. This headband’s secret weapon is a length of elastic hidden beneath the ties. Three sizes are included, so dress up the whole family. More free patterns to come!
My big accomplishment for the day? I cleaned the fridge. The upside? — I cleaned the fridge. The downside? — who wants to see photos of my fridge? So, I offer these fabulous cards made for me by Laura. They’re doors. One of them even has curtains! Aren’t they great? Several of the papers are Basic Grey — love them.
OK — so the Rose Bowl Flea Market in Pasadena, CA is my FAVORITE place on earth. Last time I went there, I walked out with 3 or 4 heaping garbage bags full of vintage linens for a total of $12!!! I spent several giddy hours sorting and sifting, devising big plans to make all sorts of little girl jackets and summer dresses. The result — one FAB-U-LOUS jacket for my niece, Lily (Laura’s girl). More photos here.
So what if it’s been nine months since the haul? One jacket’s a pretty good start in my book. Nine more months and I’ll have one for
Charlotte too!
I love making presents for my mother-in-law, Elinor Peace Bailey. We like the same sorts of things. For her last birthday I made these bobbins of hand-dyed
embroidery thread. Of course. Who wouldn’t be thrilled over thread?
I was inspired by this antique, rather-hammered lace-making bobbin.
I made the spools from a dowel and some finials. Painting and distressing them was the most fun.
I spooled off hanks of Coats™ pearl cotton and dip-dyed them in little cups.
Voila! Spools of happiness.
Then, of course, I was jealous and had to make myself a set as well 🙂
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