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It wouldn’t be a long weekend without a new @thecraftersbox project to keep me busy. This weekend it was this gorgeous paper eucalyptus wreath! I used my silver dollar eucalyptus add-on kit from @corriebethmakes to make this wreath, and added a few wooden bead elements from my @pocketfulofpaint wood bead kit from long ago. I happened to already have these items, but if you don’t you can buy this wreath kit in the holiday marketplace on @thecraftersbox website right now! I can wait to hang it on my door at home (here it is briefly gracing my parents’ door in CT before it starts to snow!) I also might be making a second one to perfect my technique... #cantstopwontstopIt’s that most wonderful time of year... holiday gift crafting! A few years ago I went down the rabbit hole that is seasoning salts, and made some epic salt gifts! I used a lot of fresh herbs that I’d grown myself on our hydroponic @towergardenofficial at school, plus all sorts of citrus zest, and other interesting seasonings. Swipe for a few examples! This first photo was the most gorgeous combo, lime zest and chili flakes, also pretty delicious! The most difficult was the jalapeño lime tequila, and I ended up making 3 batches, just so I could perfect the technique. The jalapeño kept turning the whole mixture brown! Maybe one day I’ll write a blog post about all the tips and techniques o discovered, for now if you have any questions I’ll be happy to help in any way I can. The glass containers came from @hobbylobby and I used chunky sea salt I bought in bulk from @webstaurantstore, both online.As I’m about to dive into Anne’s basket weaving @thecraftersbox I realized I don’t think I ever posted a finished photo of this gorgeous yarn bowl I made using her book! I used clothesline cord from a hardware store so it is super sturdy. I love the pretty braided look you get on the top edge! You can find more info about Anne’s book Weaving Within Reach on her insta @flaxandtwine and I think she sells kits to make these woven bowls on her website. It’s a super fun and easy project, perfect for a fall weekend!Fall is like the Goldilocks knitting season. Warm enough to knit outside but still cool enough that you WANT to knit outside. Fair warning, I will be spamming you with this knitting project for the next few days because holy crap I’m knitting a sweater and it’s not scary!! Also so far it’s knitting up so fast, I can’t believe how far I’ve come in just a few days. I’m almost about to split for the sleeves! I can not wait to try it on, and Basel can not wait until it’s too big for HIM to try on. He may have a doggy poncho in his future because he is so cute in this! (Totally joking, but he is pretty darn cute!) This is the Basic Colorblock Yoke designed by @knitatude as a @lionbrandyarn kit using their gorgeous chainette yarn. It’s 70% baby alpaca and so seriously soft. Winter just got a lot more snuggly!! I also love that the color palette matches the project bag I dyed with indigo from @thecraftersbox Crafting win! #knitatudefallcollectionkal #basiccolorblockyokeI’m knitting my first sweater! And no, it’s not for Basel, he’s just kindly modeling it since it’s not really at the wearable stage yet. I’m knitting the #basiccolorblockyoke from the @knitatude Fall collection with @lionbrandyarn. It’s going to be navy and cream, and I’m so super excited! It’s not only my first sweater, it’s also my first knit along and I’m loving the community aspect of a #kal already. Can’t wait to show off more progress! (And maybe graduate to a human model... though I’d hate to tell Basel he’s fired.) #knitatudefallcollectionkalSunday funday for sure this week with a workshop at @makeworkshop with the amazing Dani of @begoodnatured! Loving my toadstools. 🍄 I’ll post some progress shots in my stories.About Me
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Monthly Archives: August 2015
Dinosaur Candle Holder
It’s another Monday filled with Dinosaurs! After making my ring holder I was left with leftover dinosaurs and decided to make another cute Pinterest project I’d seen, plastic animal birthday candle holders! In this case I used my dinosaurs and … Continue reading
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Dinosaur Ring Holder
Quick question, who doesn’t love little plastic animals? If you raised your hand you might want to leave now, because this project is all about the amazingness of some small plastic dinosaurs! (And don’t worry, you can easily substitute your … Continue reading
Scarf Organizer
I’m really excited about this newest project, because not only does it help me organize a part of my life that has been desperately unorganized (my scarves!) but it utilizes something that I’ve had lying around as a left over … Continue reading
Handcut Rubber Stamp
Another Monday and another tutorial, as promised! Today I’ll be showing you how to handout your very own rubber stamp, in any design you want. I chose to make a stamp with an origami elephant, I saw someone use a … Continue reading
Paper Covered Clipboards
August Greetings! I’m sorry for my long absence, life has been very busy, but I’ve lined up a series of posts for the next few Mondays so check back over the next few weeks for some fun new projects. For today … Continue reading
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