And now adding ribbon as an accent is my new favourite embellishment.
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Buttons (again) and Snowmen
And now adding ribbon as an accent is my new favourite embellishment.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Colder Weather = Knitting Season!
I have completed a couple of knitting projects this season, and have another on the go. Here is my most recent completion; a commissioned project from The Husband. I call it "THE MAN SCARF". Also the first time I have ever changed yarns mid-project (did I mention I am an amateur?).
First project of the season completed was a cute little baby hat (pattern found in Debbie Stoller's "Stitch 'n Bitch: The Knitter's Handbook). I love this pattern - even more fun with varigated yarn (makes it look much more advanced!). It is photographed with another hat I finished at the end of last season in the same yarn. This pattern was also in the same book, but I veered slightly when my needles got flipped close to the top of the hat and it was purled instead of knit. However, I actually really like how it turned out, so I guess I kind of created a new pattern! Yeah for me!
And currently on the needles....
Another scarf, of course! With a ball of crazy whirly yarn I found in the bargain bin. In other craft news, I have been busy with stamping and sewing... I will try and post soon!
Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Little Pumpkin Patch
Luke still has a fairly short attention span for crafty things, but I loved his painted pumpkin! Daddy helped make it SPOOKY by carving a basic face first.
My husband stuck to carving, but added a cute bat to the top (which was the cut-out of the mouth on above pumpkin!). Much more creative than he thinks he is!
For mine, I went with a simple embellishment... yarn! Gotta love it!
And here are our home-made kids in not-so-homemade costumes. (Side note: the super-cute pumpkin treat bag was a "purchased" gift from Nana. I might have to make some next year, though - made from thick felt!)
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Project Unveiled
My instructions included "birdcage style veil", ivory french veiling, and a couple of photos of veils she'd seen and liked. In the end, this is what we came up with:
The decorative comb was purchased by the bride, and the veil was to somehow incorporate it. It was gorgeous and really pulled everything together well! If we had more time, I would have loved to try my hand at decorating a comb too - they are obscenely expensive (don't tell the bride I said that - wink, wink).
With the veil off-centered, it gave her a classic, yet flirty look. She pulled it off with style and grace.
The birdcage veil looked stunning on her and really suited her dress.
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Buttons and Butterflies
I got a bit ambitious this time and made a whole bunch at once, so the cards were made in a few stages. Button flowers first, then matching cardstock and patterned paper, and finally adding butterfly and message accents. Most of these will be used as "thank you" cards.
The butterfly punch is from the Martha Stewart line and I absolutely love it! Again, obsessed. The "Thank You" and "so grateful" message stamps are also from Stampin' Up sets. Here are a few of my favourite cards - either because I love the overall look, or I love the buttons! I think I am well stocked in cards for a while.
Friday, September 05, 2008
In Reverse
The plan was to make this dress for the first time by following the pattern, and then if I was satisfied with the fit/results, to modify it by making it reversible the next time. I am satisfied, but have not made it again. I will likely make it for next summer -- or possibly a winter jumper. Right now there are too many other projects in line ahead of it.
Once you have a new dress, new shoes are a MUST! So using this free pattern from Stardust Shoes, I used pink felt, the polka dot cotton, and fleece for the inner sole - et voila. I do not recommend using felt for the sole - very quick to pill and look messy.
After a few modelling lessons on how to keep your face serious during photo shoots (ha ha ha), here is the ensemble on my fave model.
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Wandering Waif Collection Giveaway on Grosgrain blog - check it out.
Just happened upon this site today for the first time and LOVE her work! Thought I'd pass it along.