I first shared this post on my original blog, One Generation to Another back on October 30, 2007. Sometimes after I’ve wiped down the “stickies” in the kitchen after the grandbabies have been helping me, I like to reread this post. I always smile. I hope it speaks to you, too. One of the greatest gifts my …
Pixie’s Birthday Present
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PIXIE! Today is Pixie’s birthday and I just finished her Rainbow Doll… with 3 hours to spare! Actually, I didn’t get a chance to make the bag to hold her beanbags, but I’ll get it finished up for her tomorrow. Here is a sneak peek at all the rainbow goodies in her Rainbow …
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{this moment :: inspired by soule mama} photo by michelle a single picture, requiring no words, yet telling a story worth remembering! have a lovely weekend ~ Michelle and Kimara
Lavender Sachets
I remember as a little girl going through my mom’s and grandma’s drawers. I can’t remember if I was given permission to do this or if it was a covert operation done on the sly. What I can remember was how fascinated I was with the contents of their drawers. There were bras and merry …
A Visit to North Star Alpacas
I “met” Maple, owner of North Star Alpacas, two years ago, soon after we started Wee Folk Art. I was looking for roving to use for different projects and came upon her Etsy store. I bought some roving and fell in love with its beauty and Maple’s endearing ways. Over time we came to realize …
Lavender Beanbags
As I mentioned in previous posts, Pixie’s birthday is coming up… actually, this Friday. I wanted her gifts to have a rainbow theme. First, I made her a Rainbow Coiled Rag Bowl which I love. Next, I wanted to make her some beanbags. And NOT just any beanbags. I wanted lavender in the bags so the area …
Fleur de Lis Applique Block
Do you have a little would be knight in your life? Then chances are, you’ll find something to embellish with this applique! Last week I got an email from one of our readers asking if I had every designed a pattern for a Fleur de Lis. Nope, I hadn’t. But Bug is fascinated with the …
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Lavender Scented Rainbow Beanbag Give-Away
There was such a wonderful response to this give-away, we decided, what the heck, we’ll give away 2 sets of Lavender Scented Rainbow Bean Bags. The winners were drawn at random and they are: Chiska on Mon, 08/30/2010 – 16:02. I love the new look too! Thanks for always having such great information available to us. …
Rhythm of the Home Featured Article
A couple of months ago we were contacted by Rhythm of the Home and asked to submit a project for their Autumn Edition. We were very excited to participate since we so enjoy the publication. If you are not familiar with Rhythm of the Home, here is a description from their website: “Rhythm of the Home is …
Pixie’s Rainbow Coiled Rag Bowl Pattern
Learn how to hand sew your very own coiled rag bowl. The rainbow coiled rag bowl pattern is easy to make and can fit in many decorating schemes by changing the fabric colors. EDIT: Stop by HERE to see another Rag Bowl I was working on. I’ve already mentioned that Pixie has a birthday coming …
New Look… Little Giveaway
NOTE: This give-away is now closed. Congrats to the 2 winners! I can remember the excitement of back-to-school shopping. Even as a child, fall was my favorite season… the sites, the smells, and yes, even the start up of another school year. Fall clothes were my favorite. I loved corduroy and tights, sweaters and autumn …