There has been so much excitement in my life the past week or two that I can hardly contain myself! When the creative juices flow, they really flow, and since it’s no fun keeping it all to myself, I’m making exciting plans to be able …
Creative Thought Matters
Sometimes you have a light blue sweater when you really need a light blue cardigan. This is where my favorite mantra, “Creative Thought Matters,” comes in handy. I learned it from my friends who attended Skidmore College, where the saying is their motto, and there …
How it’s Made- Wool Felt Hats: Part 2
Part 2 of how I make felt hats: Here’s how it looks after it is taken off the hat block. The hat band is sewn in at the base of the crown. Then we finish the brim. I decided to use a pink contrast stitch …
How it’s Made- Wool Felt Hats: Part 1
I’ve received many inquiries about how I make the wool hats that I often wear, so I’m finally doing a little behind-the-scenes look! First I’d like to say, this is not meant to be so much of a “tutorial,” as it is just an overview …
Sleepover Party
Today is my sister Camille’s birthday, so we are having a party for her tonight! She’s having a friend sleep over and the theme is “snow day,” so we’re going to drink lots of tea and hot cocoa, make cookies, and play board games all …