Are two Dala Horse wall hangings. See more here.
Thanks, everyone for telling me about your sewing machines! I’m so glad I didn’t make a snap decision at the sewing machine store. Thanks to you guys, I learned about brands I didn’t even know existed! Take a look at the comments section here if you’re also overwhelmed by sewing machine choices. It’s nice to know what other people (like you) are using!
which means time for other crafty projects.
And time to research sewing machines. I’d love to hear about yours! What do you use? What do you love about it?
I need some advice. I’m looking for a sturdy “work horse” but nothing high-end. Just the basics.
My first original pattern drafted using knowledge gained from Cal Patch: a tank top. I plan to make a few adjustments and grade the pattern.
Maybe I’ll even sell a few in a lovely Japanese print. Maybe.
Makes you want to lay out a picnic blanket, no? Too bad it’s 48 degrees out.
But it won’t be forever. And I’m going to be prepared this year. :)
I’m lucky to have a nice community of nice, encouraging people right here at my fingertips. Thanks for all the kind comments on yesterday’s tutorial! I so appreciate it. Hope you all make lots of soft books for the little ones in your lives! :)
For Rae and Dana’s Celebrate the Boy Month, I made a soft book for Jacob. He loves so many simple things that I thought I’d just compile them into one toy. Using old jeans, Heat ‘n’ Bond, and a variety of fabric scraps, I appliqued pictures and constructed a little book for him. Which he seems to love.
Wanna see how?
Tutorial after the jump. :) (more…)
is being with the love of your life. We’re celebrating 5 years today!
I stenciled the lyrics to our favorite song (U2’s The Sweetest Thing) as a Valentine’s Day/Anniversary present. (Unfortunately, those celebrations get a bit lumped together for us. But we try to make up for it by celebrating our engagement in the Fall.) I got the idea from this picture of Candi Mandi’s bedroom. But I’ve seen other versions of it since then.
He made me breakfast in bed. (I love that man.) All that’s left of it is this pretty mess. I’m okay with that.
Happy Anniversary, Evan! Thank you for 5 years of awesome. ;)
Lots of photos in the shop, dear readers. I updated the images of the photos so you can see what you’re getting. And I made shop policies. Yeah for progress!
Evan just helped me finish my very first alphabet poster, which should arrive in 3-5 business days. :)
But I’m so excited that I’m sharing it now. I ordered an 11 x 14, and if the print turns out well, then I’ll order more for the shop. Oh, I can’t wait! Those fundamental bits of the English language bring out the giddy college student in me.
Well…
Maybe the 1st grader with safety scissors.
P.S. Thank you, whoever nominated Thimbly Things for the Okie Blog Awards! I feel so honored. Good luck to all the nominees!
Hello! And welcome to the alphabet. :) I’m working on some ABC prints for the shop. Until then, I’ve just listed a couple more photographs:
Rae, Dana, and a slew of other fabulous bloggers are helping to “Celebrate the Boy” all February. And guess what? I’ve been asked to contribute! Afterall, I do have a boy. And he needs celebrating.
Here’s an example of this sweet child’s life:
That is Jacob. Note that he is surrounded by pinks and florals of various sorts. He can often be found hugging baby dolls and drinking from tiny teacups…
or trying on broken Cinderella gear, mommy’s boots, or heart-shaped sunglasses. Not that he doesn’t love cars or balls or roaring at us or whatever. But he is surrounded by girliness.
Thus, it will be refreshing to focus on The Boy for a bit. There will be tons of ideas, tutorials, round-ups, etc. over at Made by Rae and MADE. And all in celebration of our little men!
I’ll be sharing a tutorial on how to make a soft toy. What will that be? I have some ideas brewing, but I’d love to hear from you! What would you like to see? Something I’ve made in the past? Something fresh?
Pirates?
Tell me! I’ve got a couple weeks to pull my bit together, and I LOVE HEARING FROM YOU! :)
