Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Saturday, December 5, 2020
Christmas Quilt for VLOGMAS Day V
Maybe I should call this a Thanksgiving Quilt because I'm like a kid. I couldn't wait for Christmas to gift this to my sister. I could barely wait to tell her I was making it for her. And, if you take a peek down in the right-hand corner you can see a cross-stitched Christmas stocking that I gifted to my girls. I have the worst time keeping secrets or holding back on gifts. I just love to see the expressions on peoples' faces when they open their presents - and right now, I think we could all use a little more early Christmas joy. Anyway, I had to get a little help from my friends on picking out the pattern to use. So THANKS to everyone who voted on my poll post. This turned out better because of all the input I received from everyone. I'm a novice quilter and as you can see, this is a super simple quilt but I'm hoping it will brighten up a spot in my sister's house over the holidays.
And, if you would like to see my quilting process, check out my YouTube video here on how I made this quilt for my sister. And, while you're over there, check out some of my other Christmas projects on my VLOGMAS list.
If you've been quilting, please share some of your projects with me in the comment section below.
https://youtu.be/lu06g3Kbj3Q
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
An Attitude of Gratitude
It's really easy this year to be discouraged, frustrated and angry but at this time of the year it's important to remember all the things we still have to be thankful for. So take a moment ...
And think of all the big and small blessings you have in your life then nurture that attitude of gratitude. It's like watering a garden, with a little effort you'll see beautiful things start to grow.
I want to wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving filled with great food and family. And even if you can't all be together, take time to talk, laugh and remember to nurture an attitude of gratitude.
Monday, November 23, 2020
THANKFUL THOUGHTS
Hope is like a flower
It begins in a small, tentative way...
Then it starts to bud
After a bit, it begins to peek out and show itself
Then it opens up to the world
And with hope, you can't stop it from growing
It soars for the sky and stars . . .
So, remember to be hopeful and nourish your thankful thoughts
Sunday, April 19, 2020
Fears, Flops and Total Fails
Barely a Bear |
Super Sad Turkey |
Bo Knows but this time Bo Blows |
Dragonfly Frosting Fail
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Fondant Failure |
And, by letting go of my disasters, I've had some really happy moments. Such as:
Fatina's Graduation Barbie Cake - Because You're Never Too Old for Barbie |
Hello Kitty |
I Do Instead of iDud |
Family Laughing at my Flops |
Sunday, November 24, 2019
Thanksgiving is Almost Here . . . Be Brave!
But believe me, I'm going to be trying some new things (this is where I'm trying to be brave) so there will undoubtedly be a few fails, flops and hopefully even a few things that turn out.
I know they can't all be winners and my family will be sure to tell me which ones are the failures.
Sunday, October 7, 2018
Wishing y'all a Spooktacular Fall
This is how I've been spending my energy lately...preparing our family's new "Dead and Breakfast"...for any stray ghouls who want to stop by unexpectedly.
And I just had to make a Day of the Dead pumpkin. It was super simple. I painted a regular pumpkin from the garden. Of course, I spent a little extra time trying to pick just the right one.
Then I covered the shell with black paint, which was super simple to do. But you could use the pumpkin in its original shade, or opt for a green or white gourd.
The problem with white gourds for me is that I always envision ghostly images instead...
And I paint those little gourds into characters... hey, did I mention I'm a writer? Characters are always popping into my head and inspiring me...but I digress.
Thursday, September 6, 2018
HALLOWEEN CANDY CORN CUSHIONS - a DIY Project
After I had the pillow put together, I went to work on the cushion covers. I needed to fit the material right to the foam cushions because I didn't have a pattern. It was easy to do. All I did was simply drape the fabric over the cushion to get the proper measurements for cutting the fabric. I left an extra inch around the edges (as my seam allowance). You really only need a quarter inch for a seam allowance, but I always prefer to have a little extra (just in case). I used my pressure foot on my sewing machine as the guide to keep the lines straight as I sewed. And it was really easy.
Anyway, my decorating has only just begun ;D But I wanted to wish you all a Happy Fall!
And if you are making any homemade decorations for the upcoming holidays, please let me know about them so I can visit your blog and/or website. I love to get inspiration from other crafty people.
Sunday, April 1, 2018
Cake Fail for Easter
He is right. There was another cake fail where I added pumpkin to the batter...and not just a little but a LOT. That extra-added pumpkin damaged the structural integrity of my bear cake...(see below).
(And, if you want to see how I made the penguin pops...come back later this week to see how EZ those little guys are... and, if you like to bake, or write, or read you might want to think about subscribing to my blog so you will get notified when I have a new post ;D )
Thanks for taking the time to read about my Easter Fail. I hope it gave you a smile.