I feel like I've made some really good progress, especially considering I've been switching between projects. It's getting there... It finally seems like there's an end in sight! Total squares needed - 121 Total squares finished - 47 73 Total circles that need a border - 31 32 Squares still needed - 43 16 Square made this week - 27 ... Read More
I shared the pattern, but I never showed off the finished piece. I really like how the pink turned out, i think it compliments the Evie Element. I haven't framed this yet because I'm a slacker, but it's been done for months and I figured I should just show it off unframed. ... Read More
I've been really interested in the idea of cross stitching on different surfaces besides just Aida fabric. I did the waste canvas experiment and wanted to try some other surfaces as well. I saw this upcycled box on Pinterest and decided to give it a try with a $.99 cardboard box from Michael's. I added a quick coat of craft paint and then got to work poking holes. I made some errors with how I did this, and the holes were the first. ... Read More
Evie loves the Pigeon books by Mo Willems. I have been a huge Mo Willems fan for a long time, I loved The Off-Beats on KaBlam! In my book illustration class in college I did an illustrator presentation on him, so I was really excited that Evie likes his books so much. ... Read More
So it came to my attention thanks to a kind commenter that I missed an element. "I love this project! It is beautiful, colourful and well made. But as a chemistry major I have to say you are missing an element. The place that has He right now should have Ne and He should be moved up to the same level as H." I honestly can't believe I didn't notice, but I think I looked at this so much it was all a blur. ... Read More
One of the things I like about this blog is that it motivates me to finish projects. So in order to keep me motivated and accountable, I'm going to do a weekly blanket check in! Total squares needed - 121 Total squares finished - 47 Total circles that need a border - 31 Squares still needed - 43 ... Read More
I usually go to either Michael's or Hobby Lobby when I need craft supplies. They are closer than Jo-Ann's and usually get the job done. The other day though I ended up in Jo-Ann's after a failed Hobby Lobby trip and I couldn't pull myself away from the fabric section. ... Read More
Evie has always loved sorting and organizing things so I decided to make a color matching game for her out of a mini muffin tin. ... Read More