5 Favorite Halloween Books for Kids Halloween is nearly upon us so I'm sharing my 5 favorite halloween books for kids. Do you need a few good book recommendations for spooky books to read with your children, grandchildren or other little ones in your life? There is something special about curling up and reading with a child. If your little one doesn't live nearby, they will love to open a package from you with these books inside. Candy is devoured […]
My never-ending obsession with books and crafts led me to this post on hand-made books. I can NOT tackle another craft now but I can dream. Perhaps this is best left until after the holidays when the cold winter sets in. Making books by hand seems like it would be a fine craft to try on a snowy day while sitting by a fire. Tom Barr, a partner in Kate Davies Designs has written a wonderful 3 part blog series […]
I have a pin loom obsession. I freely admit this. It doesn't matter if I can sell the end product or use it in another project. I have to keep making bookmarks, small coasters, large coasters, pattern work, plain weave & more. Posts may contain affiliate links. At NO additional cost to you, if you click & make a qualified purchase, I may receive a small referral fee. It all started a few years ago while making potholders with my […]
Fried fruit pies are a tasty treat that reminds me of my Grandma's kitchen. I had forgotten all about the tasty goodness of a fried fruit pie. You can make this recipe with a wide variety of dried fruit. I know many of you have an abundance of apples from the last of the season's harvest so I thought this recipe was appropriate. If you slice and dry those extra apples, you can have that fresh apple taste all winter […]
The October 14-2018 newsletter is coming to you from the annual Parke County Covered Bridge Festival today. It's great to be set up with Cheryl & Mike once again. Here are a couple of pictures of our areas. It's been a great festival so far even though it has turned off colder. Keep an eye on the blog if you are interested in new pictures & info from the festival. Several past newsletters are on the blog. […]
A craft business is much more complicated than you might think. This post on work flow by Weaving a Life shows just how overwhelming it can be if you don't stay on top of everything. When you add in a normal busy life and/or health issues it can become a nightmare. You must stay organized & on top of every aspect of your business. This is where work flow is important. When preparing for a show, you can certainly get […]