Valentine’s Creativity
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On a recent visit to Trader Joe’s I noticed they had bundles of Pussy Willows. After what has felt like 72 days of January, the emergence of this early spring stem brings LIGHT to my heart and soul…
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Candle in the Window Custom Ribbon and Bud Vase Gifts
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As I continue to work toward the marketing stage of “Candle in the Window,” I’ve been excited to work on designing my brand. To do this, I’ve been in the research and gathering stage…
Read MorePreview to London Flower School and Harriet the Hummingbird Update
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On July 5th I had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel to London for a two week intensive master’s course in floristry. In May I had the thought come to seek more floral design training…
Read MoreA Fun Easy Sewing Project!
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This week’s post is a little early due to scheduling this week. :) If you’re looking for a fun and easy sewing project, this is a good one. I started sewing when I was three years old. I would find scraps in the garbage can in the sewing room, and create what I thought were amazing gifts for all those I loved…
Read MoreKokedama Craft
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A few years ago I saw the cutest orchid plant wrapped in a moss ball at Sun River Gardens in Orem, Utah. They actually offer classes where you can go and make your own. This type of plant presentation is called Kokedama…
Read MoreAnother Baptism Dress In The Books
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One of my favorite things is when I get a phone call from one of my “littles” – who are all growing up way too fast – asking if I will make their Baptism dress. This is the fourth one now…
Read MoreIf At First You Don’t Succeed . . .
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Recently my printer died and I had to get a new one. This is never one of my favorite things to do. I don’t know if any of you are like me, but I struggle with change. This week I needed to make more wedding…
Read MoreCrafting with Grandma Les
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One of my favorite things is hanging out with my grandkids!!! One of their favorite things to do at Grandma Les’ house is crafting…
Read MoreAddicted to Paper: Re-Purpose, Re-Use, Re-Knew
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I don’t know what it is about paper, but I LOVE it!!! I doubt I will ever be able to go paper free. I carry a paper planner, and use a paper calendar. If I put things in the calendar…
Read MoreSewing and the Desire to Create
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I started sewing at the age of three. My work obviously wasn’t glamorous, usable, or even worth saving at that age…
Read MoreVintage Jewelry Vanity Mirrors
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Many years ago I acquired some old costume jewelry from a few different family members. It sat in an old quart jar for years…
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