I haven't posted regularly due to some great news found out shortly after we bought a house...I'm expecting! With that news I've not only been working on getting the house and nursery together, but also a baby quilt. If you've ever quilted, you know that it can be a time consuming process, even if on… Continue reading Big News Bear Block
Category: Sewing
Festive Pets
I bought red and green fabric like 4 years ago from Joanns (RIP), and severely overestimated how much I needed. So every year I find something silly to make with it and this year it's pet costumes. Joey is Mrs. Claus and Chance is an elf, because let's face it, neither one of them can… Continue reading Festive Pets
Sweater Weather Ornaments
Felt has been trending the past few seasons, and it's no surprise why. People are craving a little warmth and coziness in their holiday decor. Maybe it's because I'm getting older, but I definitely crave the colorful Christmases of the 80s and 90s. These ornaments can be customized any way you want; I tried a… Continue reading Sweater Weather Ornaments
Witch Door Blocker
Who doesn't love decor that is also a useful object? This witch door blocker is a great craft, especially now that I live somewhere that has actual cool fall weather. I cheated with a store bought hat, but sewing a cone is not my idea of fun. Enjoy. cotton or linen fabric, about a yard… Continue reading Witch Door Blocker
Dracula Costume
I love the 1992 version of Dracula. The costumes. The camp. Gary Oldman having the time of his life. Eiko Ishioka's armor from the beginning of the movie is the coolest I've ever seen. So I decided Joey was going to be another vampire this year. The red robe and wonderfully weird hair is iconic,… Continue reading Dracula Costume
The Dupery 