When I have a million projects going on simultaneously, but I can’t post any of them because they’re surprises. And then I mail the surprises off, only to realize I haven’t taken pictures of them. So, although posting has been slow, crafting has most definitely not been. There are a couple of things I can talk about: – I’m knitting …
Paper Cup Stamping and The World’s Simplest Christmas Card
I am in love with today’s Make-and-Take from Memories Live On. So much so, that I’ve almost–but not quite–convinced myself to make my Christmas Cards again this year. Quick, someone remind me that I still have 50 thank you notes to make (and write, and send). But really, wait until you see how cute and fun and simple this card …
More Glitter Ritz Christmas Cards
I am having a major case of creative block today, made worse by the fact that my craft room is, once again, a complete disaster. I’ve almost given up entirely on trying to keep it clean, because every time I get close I end up starting a new project (or 12) and messing it all up again. Anyway, I have …
My First (Finished!) Attempt at Sewing
You guys! I sewed something! And it actually looks kinda like what it’s supposed to be! Can you believe it? I still can’t. This little Christmas gift bag was the November project at Eddie’s Quilting Bee’s sewing club. I finished it in under 5 hours (3 hours of class, plus another hour and a half or so at home last …
Back to Work
Have I ever mentioned how much I love my job? I was so happy to get back to it this week. Today I spent the whole day (finally) designing the cards for my final Glitter Ritz Christmas class this Sunday. I think these are some of the most fun yet. First, we have some super-cute Christmas lights. It’s similar to …
Catching Up
Am I the only one wondering what the heck happened to November? I haven’t even posted a picture of my Halloween costume yet. Of course, I was only home for about a week out of the past six, so that could be why I feel like I’ve missed so much. We started in South Dakota, on the tail end of …