Measure Twice, Cut Once

Yeah, yeah, I know the old saying, “Measure twice, cut once.” But that presupposes I plan ahead on projects, instead of my usual modus operandi – also known as a whim. So, here’s what happened. I stopped by Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Store, with an hour to kill and a gift[Read more]

Upcycled notebooks

No more homework! No more books! No more teachers’ dirty looks! Yes, everyone in our house loves the end of the school year. Despite our dependence on routine, we do enjoy a more relaxed schedule – no need to obsess about getting to bed on time, no arguments about homework,[Read more]

The Fruits of My Labor

As someone who wears at least two (often more) creative hats every day – maker, messenger, mother, manager, and more – I put my energy into a wide variety of projects and people, the results of which are often unseen (or at least not directly attributable to me). And that’s[Read more]

License Plate Fun

The best things in life aren’t things. A similar truth applies to activities, events, and games. The ones that stand the test of time happen without much prep or many pieces, relying primarily on imagination. A good example is the License Plate Game – keeping track of which license plates you[Read more]