When it comes to decorating our house for the seasons, Pixie is my "go-to" helper. Out of Michelle's 3 wee ones, she has the strongest interest in artistic pursuits, and arranging and showcasing our finished projects is almost as important to her as the project itself. She is forever collecting "props" to "stage" her work. …
September 2012
GIVE THANKS Wooden Blocks Thanksgiving Decor
Autumn… traditionally a time to harvest the bounty from our gardens and a time of gratitude. The simple words “GIVE THANKS” reminds us to count our blessings and to Give Thanks.ย Withย just some inexpensive pine 2″ x 4″s and a little paint, you can share this message with family and friends by making your own GIVE …
W.I.P. :: Chalkboard Houses
After being home for a couple of weeks, I finally feel like I'm caught up enough to start tackling some projects. My list is long and mighty of things I want and need to do, so you can expect to see many new projects shared over the next couple of months. Plus, we are working …
Applique Block – Woodland Owl
Few things are more icon of woodlands and autumn then owls. And, here, lording over his domain, is a whimsical, yet wise owl… much like his creator ๐ This applique, like most of ours, was designed to fit a 6″ x 6″ block, but the pattern can be enlarged or reduced to meet your …
The Big Bang Theory… Of Sorts!
I've worn bangs for longer than most of our readers have been alive… true story ๐ Anyway… Tim saw some sassy pics of me in the 70s, with long straight hair and no bangs. Tim: Oh, how cute. (He had enough sense not to say… you WERE so cute. Gotta love that man ๐ Me: …
Hairy Legs… And Not Mine!
Photo from Ravelry's Harpa Jónsdóttir We have dogs… and usually lots of dogs. For that reason alone, we do not have carpeting anywhere in our house. (We have a few area rugs that can be taken outside and hosed down.) Fortunately, I love wood floors, but that's just a bonus. We have no carpets, because …
Fairy’s New Bling
Check out Fairy's new bling… and no I don't mean the crazy earrings (although those are new too). Yesterday, Fairy got some serious ortho gear installed… braces and an expander. Ouch! She has a cross bite that needs to be fixed and needs space for some of her new teeth to come in. She was …
Shield Pendant Fit For A Knight
Bug has the heart of a knight… bound by honor and tradition… well, most of the time ๐ He is a history buff, fascinated by the Middle Ages. He participates in sports, archery and fencing, that would have prepared him for knightly duties. This year he has also begun "dramatic sword play". His coach has mentored actors …
Back Home
I am back after almost 2 weeks spent with my son, Drew, his lovely wife, Meghan, their soon to be 2 year old, Little Lady, and week old, Little Guy. What an indescribably awesome gift, to share in the birth of your child's child. I feel so blessed that Tim and I were able to lend …
The Little Guy is Born!!!
For all of our Wee Folk Art friends that don't follow us on Facebook, I'd like to introduce you to the Little Guy! Meghan left for the hospital at 4:30 this morning and LG was born at 5:57! He was 8lbs 6ozs and 21.5". Big baby… fast delivery ๐ Mom and the Little Guy are …