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]
July began as a quiet month for me, at least vocationally speaking, so I dipped my toe in the waters of my avocations and, at mid-month, find I am waist-deep in possible paths for my free time. Thanks to a forwarded email from a friend, I discovered Good Garbage, a[Read more]
Here’s a fun summer project (and by “fun” I mean you’ll learn something and maybe make the world a better place at the same time). Step one: Put an empty pitcher (or tub or bowl or whatever) next to each sink in your home. Step two: Whenever you let the tap run,[Read more]