Just bopping on real quick to let everyone know that Michelle and I will be off on holiday for the next two weeks. Actually, we didn't plan this, things just sort of happen sometimes, don't they?! We both began unplanned household projects, and Tim and I have a couple mini trips planned over the next couple of weeks that we are quite excited about, so it seemed timely to take a short ... read more
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Mini Striped Blanket Knitting Pattern
Caleen absentmindedly made the bed. She was both excited and nervous. Today, her brothers were coming for their first visit to Hidden Cove. She wondered if they would approved of her new life and her new house. Would they love it all as much as she did? She thought they would... she hoped they would, but one way or another, she would know soon. There were so many things to share with them... ... read more
Three Cheers for Boredom!
We tend to panic when our children tell us they are bored, but it really is an opportunity to help foster creativity. Find out why boredom can be positive. One of the things I loved most about summer when my children were young was the freedom it allowed all of us to be wildly creative. Oh sure, you can be creative all year long, but with the lazy crazy hazy days of summer looming before ... read more
Miniature Mattress and Pillow
Make a miniature mattress and pillow for your gnomes, fairies or your dollhouse friends. Caleen is enjoying adding her special touches to her new home. She just finished making a new miniature mattress and pillow for their bed. It may look rather small, but yes, both her and Kristoff fit in it, making it perfect for night time snuggling! She also just finished a blanket that is toasty warm ... read more
Oak Meadow Spring Sale
It is that hectic time of year when all of our activities are wrapping up for the year and everything is requiring a little extra time. My living room is covered in dance costumes, the dining room table is littered with science fair project materials, and I'm tripping over fencing gear in the foyer, but oh so soon, we will be enjoying the lazy days of summer. I can't wait for days at the lake and ... read more
Felt Beach Umbrella
Although many days in Hidden Cove are cloudy, when the sun shines bright, it's nice to have a felt beach umbrella to relax under. These are easy to make and they add a touch of seaside charm to your gnome, fairy or dollhouse. NOTE: You can find the tutorial for the Cork Buoys HERE. The chairs were purchased in the miniature section at JoAnn Fabric and Craft Store. Felt Beach Umbrella ... read more
Cork Buoys
Want to make your Seaside Gnome House look a wee bit more coastal? Try adding a few cork buoys to give color and authenticity to your house! It's hard to be on the Eastern Seaboard without seeing buildings decorated with buoys. Although Kristoff frees his lobster friends from these traps, Caleen thinks they are so pretty that she has added a few to their house. Made from recycled wine corks ... read more
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