The Giftable Pouch Duo: Two Bright, Cheerful Makes for Every Occasion
Handmade gift bags have a special kind of magic. They turn even the simplest present into something thoughtful, personal, and beautifully crafted. Whether you’re gifting chocolates, jewellery, small toys, self‑care treats, or sewing notions, a handmade pouch adds that extra layer of care that store‑bought packaging simply can’t match. They’re also wonderfully fun to sew—quick, satisfying, scrap‑friendly, and perfect for using your favourite fabrics in small, joyful bursts.If you love … [Read More...]
2011 in Review: Top 10 Posts
It is hard to believe that there is only a few days of 2011 left before we welcome the new year. Sarah and I started this blog nearly 4 years ago and we are so proud of how it has developed over that time. I think 2011 … [Read More...]
Summer Reading List
Thanks so much to everyone for leaving your recommendations for best reads of 2011. I have compiled everyone's suggestions into a list that I will take with me to the library - I can see I will have to make plenty of … [Read More...]
Summer Reading
I used to be a voracious reader and it was not uncommon for me to read 3-5 books each week. I was on a first name basis with all the staff at my local library. Since starting this blog, I have found that I now read at my … [Read More...]
‘Twas the Night before Christmas….
Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care. In hopes that St Nicholas soon would be … [Read More...]
Gingerbread House
One of our Christmas traditions is to make and decorate a Gingerbread house each year. When we lived in Texas, Sarah and I went along to the elementary school each Christmas and assisted my son's class in making … [Read More...]
Christmas Table: Christmas Place Cards
Our Christmas Table is slowly coming together after I completed the Place Cards yesterday. Photo Christmas Place Cards are a fun idea.I sneakily found some toddler photos of all the guests (mostly from my own … [Read More...]
Christmas Table
With only a week to go until Christmas, my thoughts are turning towards finalising the menu and working out my Christmas Table Setting. We will have 12 people to celebrate with this Christmas, representing three … [Read More...]
Fabric By Fabric One Yard Wonders
If you are looking for a last minute gift idea for a crafty or sewing friend, you can't go past Fabric by Fabric One Yard Wonders, the sequel to the highly popular One Yard Wonders, by Rebecca Yaker and Patricia Hoskins … [Read More...]
