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Felt Lily Pads
It began as a desire to have a few props for some of Leo Lionni’s books. I especially wanted to focus on It’s Mine. I began by drawing a frog and toad to be cut from…
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How To Cut Out Felt
EDIT: Whenever somebody works with any materials long enough, they come up with shortcuts and techniques that save time and give better results. Last year I shared a tutorial on how to cut out felt.…
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Meet the Puppies Leonard and Sheldon
It has been a busy, topsy turvy few days and truly can’t imagine things settling down for a while. This past weekend was bittersweet. We were preparing for our 2 new pups to join our…
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Basic Doll Applique Block
The other day we shared our pattern for the Basic Knit Doll Pattern. It has become an overnight success! I think the reason is twofold. First, it has the potential to be utilized in many…
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A Time to Every Purpose
For the past 2 years, Michelle and I have spent every day, in one way or another, attending to Wee Folk Art. For those of you that have been with us from the beginning, you know…
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Happy Birthday Kimara
Just wishing my mom (aka Kimara) a Happy Birthday. š
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Book Nook – Leo Lionni
Over the next few weeks I plan to share books with Bug, Fairy and Pixie by author and illustrator Leo Lionni. I have quite a few of his books in my collection including: It’s Mine…
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Hip Mountain Mama Giveaway Winners!
First off, Michelle and I would like to thank Suzy… THE Hip Mountain Mama, for sponsoring this fantastic give away. Whether you entered the contest or not, I hope everyone took a few minutes to…
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Apple Stackers
As soon as the weather gets remotely nice, we move as much of ourĀ living outdoors as possible. This means more walk-abouts and backyard picnics. When my children were growing up, AppleĀ Stackers were one of theirĀ favorite…
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Basic Knit Doll in 6 Sizes
These designs were created with beginner knitters in mind. They are knitted flat and are sewn together. For a more experienced knitter, I have created directions for knitting the dolls in the round, using double…
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Basic Knit Doll Family
Few things bring more joy to a child than snuggling with their special doll. We have created a basic doll pattern in 6 sizes: 12″, 10″, 8″, 5″, 4″, and 3″, enough to create a…
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Hip Mountain Mama Giveaway
Edit: This Giveaway is now closed. Winners were announced on Sunday, April 18. As promised, Michelle and I are pleased to present Hip Mountain Mama’s Giveaway. Although Suzy carries a wide array of products, she…
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Scully
Edit: I would like to thank everyone for their lovely comments and emails. It is said, “A friend is a gift you give yourself”. When we invite a pet into our lives, we are giving…
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Essay: What I Did on Spring Break by Kimara
As a child, it never failed, when you returned to school after any break or vacation, your teacher was sure to say, “I would like you to write an essay titled, “What I did on…
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Nature Hike – Lots of Critters
We took advantage of a break in the rain clouds this weekend and went on a Nature Hike. Lots of critters greeted us along the way.
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Butterfly Garden Field Trip
Our Homeschool Playgroup went on a field trip to the 4H Butterfly Gardens just after Easter. The presentation itself was a little below the group… there wasn’t a question the lady asked that at least…
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Easter 2010
This year the kids decorated Eggs with Gammy and Othy and I don’t have any pictures… maybe Gammy does. I will have to ask. We did an easter egg hunt at church… unfortunately I forgot…
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Roman Gladiator Shield
Bug decided that he really wanted to make a Roman Gladiator Shield. I cut out cardboard rectangles for the kids. They then looked at images of roman shields and painted their shields. After the shields…
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Roman Gladiator Shield
Bug decided that he really wanted to make a Roman Gladiator Shield. I cut out cardboard rectangles for the kids. They then looked at images of roman shields and painted their shields. After the shields…
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Spring Flower Applique Block
Spring has sprung… at least on our side of the equator… and flowers are in the forecast! Here is a cheery little flower to applique on a pillow or t-shirt or anywhere else aching for…