Stitchy and Crafty

Vintage Floral Cross Stitch

2018-11-23T15:39:00.001-06:00

I’ve been finding the cutest vintage cross stitch kits at Value Village lately.

Studio Space inspiration

2018-05-11T00:21:00.001-05:00

I am feeling the need to create a new look for my art space. I’m planning to use this post to start accumulating ideas. (There will be affiliate links) I am really feeling drawn to super bright colours. I’ve been struggling a lot recently and love the instant boost they give me. !function(doc,s,id){ var e, p, cb; if(!doc.getElementById(id)) { e =

I Just Like To Make Things

2015-05-10T17:11:00.000-05:00

When I saw this book at the book store I had to buy it because never has a title described how I feel so perfectly! Looking forward to reading it. (Affiliate links).

2015-02-14T18:52:00.000-06:00

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Herringbone Knit Socks

2015-01-14T00:53:00.000-06:00

I have a lot of unfinished knitting projects, like these socks. The herringbone stitch is so fun to knit, especially with a variegated yarn. The pattern is from a book called Knitting Socks with Handpainted Yarn. The yarn I'm using is Patons Kroy in Winter Eclipse.

Cable Knit Blanket

2015-01-10T14:38:00.001-06:00

I'm slowly making progress on a cable knit blanket I started a few years ago. It is the perfect project to work on when it starts getting to -20 or colder because it keeps me so toasty warm as I knit. The yarn I am using is Patons Shetland Chunky in Rich Teal.

How I Use Washi Tape

2014-12-29T22:39:00.001-06:00

Some of my friends are confused by my obsession with washi tape because they have no idea what use it serves. Then I show them my planner. I use a Moleskine professional folio. It's basically a planner without dates so you can customize each page to be a day or a week or month. When I first bought this Moleskine, I started off using it with a specific purpose in mind that I soon abandoned for

Polka Dotted Washi Tape

2014-12-28T16:41:00.000-06:00

I'm a wee bit obsessed with washi tape. Here's some more of my stash. The top and bottom ones are from Michaels and the one in the middle is from Anthropologie.

Aisle of Temptation Finds

2014-06-30T01:59:00.001-05:00

A lot of stores have that one aisle right by the front that you have to go through to pay. I call it the Aisle of Temptation because I always end up buying something. Especially at Michael's. But it's super cute stuff so I don't feel bad. Today I got some washi tape and on another visit I got the bicycle stamp.

Washi Tape Haul

2014-06-18T00:53:00.000-05:00

Bought a few rolls of pretty washi tape from Staples today.

Wish bracelets

2012-07-29T21:54:00.000-05:00

Getting Stitchy with it again

2010-11-07T21:13:00.009-06:00

I haven't really been doing much crafting or creating over the past year or so (other than adding to my stash), but now I'm feeling the itch to knit, stitch and create again. I went to the library yesterday and took out a few books. I already started to knit up a version of the pink and red dot blanket on cover of the Debbie Bliss Home book. I'm using navy blue and a variegated purple/blue yarn.

Star Goddess

2009-04-09T20:56:00.003-05:00

I made this on another crafty Sunday with my friends. It's made out of polymer clay, wire, glitter, yarn and beads. I used a mold for the face. Art-enabling friends are the best!

Spinach Alfredo Lasagna

2009-03-19T21:32:00.002-05:00

This is my recipe for the lasagna me and my friends feasted on in One Crafty Sunday.2 cups dry cottage cheese1 egg1/2 cup parmesan cheese3-4 cups grated mozza1 jar Classico alfredo sauce1/4 tsp pepper1 pkg of frozen chopped spinach (thawed and drained)9 cooked whole wheat lasagna noodles (I just cook them for 10 minutes)1. In a bowl mix egg and cottage cheese. Add parmesan cheese. Then stir in

One Crafty Sunday

2009-02-17T20:11:00.000-06:00

At least one Sunday a month me and my friends get together for crafty fun. Here's a pic of the cross stitch I worked on at January's day of craftiness. I got the kit for 10 cents. One friend crafted against her will and look at all the pretty cards she made!Then we feasted on salad, spinach alfredo lasagna and bread.

Valentine's Day Craftiness

2009-02-12T18:29:00.001-06:00

Lisa Vollrath is doing another printable countdown for Valentine's Day. There are a bunch of great images for all your paper crafting and altered art needs. Be sure to share the link love before you download any images.And if you're looking for more Valentine's Crafts, check out the Cool Valentine's Day Crafts lense I created on Squidoo.

Funky Socks

2009-02-09T20:17:00.001-06:00

I bought some super cool sock yarn yesterday ~ Patons Kroy Sock Yarn in Winter Eclipse . Yay for Michaels gift cards! So now I'm searching for an equally cool pattern. I'm thinking of doing the William Street Socks from Knitting Daily's Sock Pattern e-book because I heart cables.

Two finishes for 2009

2009-01-12T18:40:00.002-06:00

I actually finished a project! It's a festivus miracle! I finished knitting these gloves yesterday. I used the Gorgeous Gloves pattern found in the Elegant Knitter. Somehow, I inadvertently ended up buying all the stuff I needed to complete them. To celebrate I bought more stash: new knitting needles, scrapbooking paper and embroidery floss.I also finished a piece of dark chocolate cheesecake

Festive Embroidery

2008-12-13T18:52:00.003-06:00

Orange you Lucky has a super cute embroidery pattern for a Reindeer Dog. There are also tips on how to create your own holiday-inspired embroidery.

Merry Printmas

2008-12-13T18:05:00.005-06:00

It just isn't Christmas without a printable countdown from Lisa Vollrath. This year there are 25 days of images to download. Remember to share the link with everyone you know.

Win a basket full of yarn

2008-12-12T22:33:00.003-06:00

Berroco is giving away four baskets filled with goodies like yarn, needles and patterns. The contest is only for those who live in the US and Canada and closes on the 15th. And you are only allowed to enter the drawing for one of the baskets. I know, it's sooo hard to pick just one! Good luck to all those who don't pick the basket I want hee.

Cool Cross Stitch Shop

2008-12-07T20:11:00.001-06:00

Since I can't remember the last time I finished any of my cross stitch projects, I thought I'd showcase someone else's. Maybe it'll rub off on me or something. Anyway, I so love The Wild Animus' etsy shop. It's filled with cute and cool finished cross stitch designs. One of my favorites is the Blue Meanie Cupcake.

Scarves and other gift ideas

2008-12-05T22:02:00.001-06:00

The Purl Bee has a whole bunch of great holiday stuff on their blog. I love the Very Special Scarves. And check out their gift guides: one for Yarn Lovers and one for Fabric Lovers (in case anyone was wondering, I want one of each book and ten each of everything else).

Caramel Pumpkin Gingersnap Cheesecake

2008-11-26T19:01:00.003-06:00

I know, I had you at caramel right? The Pioneer Woman posted a recipe for Caramel Pumpkin Gingersnap Cheesecake that looks so good that I nearly licked my monitor. The recipe comes with loads of pictures and funny commentary. Now I need to get a springform pan before my friends see this and start bugging me to make it.via Craftzine

The Great Yarn Giveaway

2008-11-20T19:56:00.004-06:00

This makes me so happy! Beverly is giving away a box of yarn. The winner will be selected and announced on November 28th so hurry up and enter.