life lived creatively
Did you read that title & cringe or jump for joy? The very phrase – Christmas in July – usually brings out one or the other. Yes, I’m a year round Christmas lover – I did just release a Christmas ornament pattern on Monday! As a maker of many things, I know July is the […] Read more…
Welcome to the first installment of the Merry Christmas Sew-Along 2018! I’m so excited to show you my design & hope y’all enjoy it as much as I do. I’m partnering again with my friend Monique of Farm House Quilts to bring y’all 6 ornament patterns we designed over the next 6 months – […] Read more…
In case you haven’t heard, today is Valentine’s Day! I’m sharing the love today with fun links to past Valentine posts, some history on the origins of the day, & crafty things to do. There’s also a free printable, so I hope y’all enjoy! <3 Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links which means I may […] Read more…
Today’s post will be another short one as I’m heading to pick up my son from college soon. I wanted to send you all a Christmas wish for the season since this will be my last post until next Friday. I’m also including a little story about my families Christmases growing up. Hope y’all enjoy! […] Read more…
It’s time for the Merry Christmas Sew-Along ~ Ornament #9! This is my last ornament design & can’t believe we’ve almost reached the end of the sew-along. It’s been so much fun seeing everyone’s version of the ornaments! As I mentioned before, I’ve partnered with my friend Monique of Farm House Quilts to bring y’all […] Read more…
As a DIYer, I’ve made many, many gifts for people over the years – it’s my favorite thing to do! I like to take the time to really think about the gift receiver & think about what might make them smile. Seeing someone’s face light up when they open a gift is the best feeling […] Read more…
Today I’m taking a little detour from my usual sewing & fiber posts to join in a Christmas Tree Decor Blog Hop! I’m super excited to share my Christmas tree with y’all because I did something a little different this year. Making a tomato cage Christmas tree for my table was the best solution […] Read more…