https://youtu.be/0I1eAiYIXrA Weirdly, I've never been a fan of abstract art. I don't like how choppy it normally is, how blunt, how harsh. It wasn't really my aesthetic. However, I've been loving the abstract artwork that I've seen from artists like Carolina Gruner...
https://youtu.be/Z5MEnVDZYhU Tina Walker reached out a few months ago to see if I was up for another StencilGirl challenge, this time a stenciled pop up art book, and I said "Yes!!!" However, I have no idea how to make a pop up art book. After a YouTube video called...
When Tina Walker put up a prompt on Facebook asking her fellow artists to make some prayer flags, I was excited to try something new. I had seen pictures of people's mixed-media prayer flags blowing in the breeze and was already picturing my finished prayer flag full...
Introducing my newest crochet pattern--Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet! They are now available in my Etsy shop (you can find the link in the sidebar). And to celebrate this adorable pattern, I'm offering a special $2 off coupon code for blog readers. Use code: BLOG2OFF...
This giveaway has ended and the winner has been contacted via email. I am pleased to announce that my poem, "I Do Not Walk on Pavement," was published in Issue 6 of Bella Grace! I am very excited that my very first submission to the magazine was accepted. It is a poem...
I've been trying to find a dog sweater for Casper since Thanksgiving and nothing I could find fit him or looked cute enough. While Christmas shopping, I bought this ugly sweater Star Wars beanie as an impulse purchase. It was way too small for my head, but I just...
This giveaway has ended. Winner has been contacted via email. Exciting News--I've been published! I am a featured artist in the latest issue of Jewelry Affaire. The lovely editors at Stampington & Company selected my library book bangles for the publication. I am...
Recently, my friend from high school got married. She was having a red, white, and blue, nautical-themed wedding and I knew that I had to make her something personal for the occasion. This picture frame matches her wedding and commemorates the event. Supplies: Wood...
Happy 4th of July! I'm headed off to Grandma's to light up some fireworks tonight, but I thought I'd share another awesome beanie pattern. Supplies: Boye Aluminum 6" Crochet Hook: Size N Bernat Softee Chunky Yarn, Faded Denim Bernat Softee Chunky Yarn, Berry Red...
Supplies: Susan Bates Silvalume Crochet Hook Set in Pouch Sizes F, G, H, I, J, K Red Heart E300.0256 Super Saver Economy Yarn, Carrot Red Heart E302B.0313 Super Saver Jumbo Yarn, Aran Red Heart E302B.0365 Super Saver Jumbo Yarn, Coffee PEPPERLONELY Brand 50PC Light...
May the 4th be with you! To celebrate Star Wars Day, I've put together a pattern for a darling ewok hood that people of all ages can enjoy. Supplies: Size 10 knitting needles (preferably 29" circular needles to accomodate large amount of stitches)Takumi Velvet...
To celebrate Easter, I put together this pattern for an Easter bunny beanie. However, with all the Easter celebrating, I ran out of time to post it this weekend. Happy Belated Easter! In fact, this could be great for spring in general and can be made in a smaller size...
I got a new car recently and it is adorable! Originally, I was planning on a blue hatchback that we were going to nickname "The Blueberry," but I decided on a red Mazda2, so the new name is just "The Berry." And in honor of my new car, I crocheted a fun ornament to...
Happy St. Patty's Day! My family loves the Emerald Isle. I gravitate toward the folklore and culture, my sister loves the music, my mom loves the history. Between us all, we are big fans of the country and we celebrate St. Patty's Day in style. Beginning this month,...
I saw a picture of a sheep pillow somewhere on the internet, but then couldn't find it when I was looking for throw pillows for the couch. So, I made my own! I wasn't quite sure where to begin, but when in doubt, crochet! Here's what I came up with: With worsted...