As an avid crafter, I'm always thrilled to be able to visit a place where the products I use are actually made. There's nothing better than watching your favourite materials come to life. I was recently able to visit Rautis, found in the Liberec Region of Czech Republic, and toured their glass bead production shop where I watched how these beads are created from start to finish. Even if you're not a crafter, it's worth it to Visit the Home of Beaded Christmas Ornaments in Poniklá Czech Republic ... Read More
Felt Witch’s Hat Scissors Pouch
I'm desperate for all things Halloween right now. It's only fair to assume that my stitching accessories are feeling the same way, right?!? I realized that my poor scissors didn't have a Halloween costume, so I made them this fun Felt Witch's Hat Scissors Pouch. This scissors holder is a fun way to keep them contained this holiday season. Supplies: Witch's Hat Scissors Pouch PDF black and orange felt (mine came from Cloud Craft) black beads orange and black thread (I used ... Read More
Verdant Works Jute Mill
There are so many reasons I love exploring Scotland, but one of my favourites is that you can go almost anywhere and learn a super detailed and varied history. We have visited Dundee a handful of times since we moved to Edinburgh (it takes less than 1.5 hours by train) and it's easy to come up with reasons to go back. Most recently, we visited the Verdant Works Jute Mill. We spent a fascinating few hours there and could have easily spent longer. Verdant Works may not be at the top of your list ... Read More
Fifteen Minute Hot Glue Button Brooch
One of the first things I bought when we moved to Scotland was a hot glue gun. It's one of those crafty things that everyone needs even if you don't immediately know it. I don't use mine all the time, but I can't imagine being without it. I've never gotten too crazy with what I use my glue gun for, but I was totally inspired after reading Angie and Carolina's new book. I'm pretty tickled with how my Fifteen Minute Hot Glue Button Brooch turned out! Supplies: hot glue gun glue ... Read More
Felt Pumpkin Elbow Patch
Pumpkin season is my favourite. I wish it could be pumpkin season all year long and it's rare that I manage to not start pulling out my pumpkin decorations before September. Because we're still living the temporary lifestyle and Scotland doesn't go nearly as pumpkin crazy as I would like, I need to make my own pumpkin everything. With a basic sweater and some wool roving, you can make a super cute Felt Pumpkin Elbow Patch to celebrate the season wherever you are. Supplies: sweater (I ... Read More
Harry Potter Sorting Hat House Colors Hair Clip
I can't go too long without making some sort of Harry Potter craft, so of course I joined in with Marissa's yearly Harry Potter extravaganza. It's so fun to have friends who share the Harry Potter love and have super creative ideas. My girls recently discovered that they can be sorted by Alexa (Madeline had already been sorted into Hufflepuff on Pottermore) and they're all in different houses. They had been asking me for something to show off each of their house colors, so I made them each a ... Read More