I'm so grateful for the gorgeous autumn we've had here this year, and the abundant opportunities to go play outside before the weather got truly chilling. Now unfortunately my toes are icicles when I go out to exercise in the morning and the slush season appears imminent, but why bemoan that when I have a... Continue Reading →
Pattern Gallery: Magical Coat Collection
One of my secret disappointments in life is knowing that no matter how fast I work, I'll never make all the projects I want to. This is mostly because I want to make practically everything! There are so many talented designers coming up with beautiful things and it's all accessible via the deep magic of... Continue Reading →
Pattern Gallery: The Scrappy Collection
I'd gotten out of the habit of doing pattern collection posts until last December when I couldn't resist a Krampus-themed one. Now I've been thinking about all the scrappy projects I've done, and decided I'd do one focused just on my pattern offerings because hey, what am I here for anyway 😉 Scrappy projects are... Continue Reading →
Pattern Gallery: The Krampus Collection
Though I've mostly drifted away from doing collections of themed patterns on the blog, I had to come out of retirement when I saw a few new Krampus fiber art goodies floating around the internet this season! This fun and silly tradition has gained so much popularity in the United States recently, and as I... Continue Reading →
Pattern Gallery: The Basket Collection
Are you being crowded out of your own life by piles of junk? I know I was. That point was driven home, in fact, when my closet shelf collapsed under the weight of my junk, spreading books and clothes and fabric aaaaaaaall over the bedroom floor. I knew it was time to cut down. Messages... Continue Reading →
Pattern Gallery: The Spring Scarf Collection
Maybe you live in a place where the changing climate has already settled into a warm, sunny paradise of April breezes and bright flowers and days stretched out in the sun. Congratulations. I live in Indiana where 'spring' is normally a three month long epic battle between Cold and Hot that always dumps you on... Continue Reading →
Pattern Gallery: The Pouf Collection
Poufs, ottomans, small stools, floor cushions (n.) - furniture that allows me to lay around on the ground like a lazy slob while giving off the appearance of being classy. With five patterns and five iconic pieces, this collection is a both practical and inspirational gallery to get you started on the perfect warm-weather furniture... Continue Reading →