A new Patchwork Duffle

by | Jun 18, 2012 | patterns, sewing, Travel

While on our beach vaction last week, the zipper on Elsie's duffel bag broke.  I knew it was only a matter time since it was a cheapy zipper.  The bag was one of my trials from when I created the pattern and instead of trying to replace the zipper, I...

Beachy Days

by | Jun 6, 2012 | Holiday, Travel, vacation

We have had a busy last few weeks.  School is done, Elsie had her 8th birthday (for which I made a pretty dress but still haven't taken pictures!) and now we are at the beach.  Phew! This guy is loving his new shovel and not sharing it with...

National Parking with the Kids

by | Apr 10, 2012 | Holiday, Travel

Since we had NO snow days (truly a miracle) off from school this year, we had a break from school of 10 days.  That is pretty crazy for our school district and I took advantage by planning a trip south to see my parents for easter.  We decided to take our...

After School Spring Walk

by | Apr 21, 2011 | gardening, photo taking, Travel

I did do a bunny craft at Anne's preschool this week but the pictures are so dark that I couldn't bear to do a whole blog post devoted to them.  They are adorable but preschool lighting is not the best!  You can see them here. The spring weather...

A Fresh Start

by | Apr 18, 2011 | Handmade Arcade, photo taking, Travel

Phew!  The Handmade Arcade is finally over.  I have to admit all that production sewing wasn't my bag.  Things went well- not awesome but well and I am happy to have the experience.   Part of the reason I feel a little let down is that my...