Looking back at pictures of our boys as babies, I have to rely on visual cues to remind me how old they are in each picture. For example, I look for Halloween costumes or Christmas decorations – all the other months/seasons are anyone’s guess. Today’s new parents, however, have solved[Read more]
To some, it may appear as if I have an endless supply of denim for my crafting. In reality, however, I’m just a scrap hoarder, determined to use every viable part of a pair jeans, before releasing the remnants back into the wild (i.e. my compost pile). I found an[Read more]
My husband isn’t a frequent topic for my blog posts, but he’s inspired his fair share. For example, this morning, I wanted to share pictures of his latest gift to me: painting our coffee table. We acquired this piece for free – a giveaway from a friend who used it[Read more]
When is a gift box more than a gift box? When it’s sooooo pretty it doesn’t need wrapping paper or a gift bag! This project began a few years ago, when I was searching for something to put handmade cards into, so I could give them as a gift. I had a[Read more]
After trying my hand at crocheting coasters with T-shirt yarn, I’ve been culling my rag pile for more jersey or jersey-like fabric. On evenings when I don’t have the energy for a project with lots of moving parts, I’ve found I can scratch my itch to make something by cutting[Read more]
Today marks the conclusion of another contest on the MSOI Facebook page. Congratulations to the winners of the wire-wrapped rings: Janice West, Jenni Walker Noyes, Christi Santa Cruz Felps, and Susie Losi Huber. My husband will spend the next few days making rings specifically for each winner – based on[Read more]