Back in college Josh created the cycloptopus, a one-eyed octopus. It went through some different redesigns, but I particularly like this 2009 version. He looks very dapper in the tie and fez. ... Read More
Old Projects – Cycloptopus
I Made Some Stuff
I went heart crazy a few months back and churned out a whole bunch of these. They are pretty small, the heart is 2"x2". I normally frame things, but I thought these would be cute in hoops instead. I finally got the hoops up for sale on Etsy. The pattern and some other patterns will be listed soon! ... Read More
Mira’s Birth Story
Ok, if you don't want to read about childbirth, stop now. If you're just here for cross stitching, then just look ay this cute baby picture then move along. ... Read More
Duckling Update
Wednesday I noticed the duck had been gone all day from the nest. I was confused because there were only three eggs in the nest and no sign of the others. ... Read More
Happy Birthday Tesla!
It's that day again, Tesla's birthday! I almost forgot until I was reminded by this comic that The Oatmeal posted on Facebook. So go celebrate with your AC electricity or your death ray. Whatever you see fit to remember the man. ... Read More
Old Projects – Josh and Becca Wedding Cross Stitch
I made little activity boxes for the kids at our wedding, including a coloring book I illustrated. The cover was a drawing of me and Josh. Josh converted the illustration to a cross stitch pattern for me and this was the result. It's on our bookshelf and Evie occasionally points out the picture of "mama and daddy." ... Read More
TUSAL, Part 5
Totally useless stitch a long time. I really like that I can identify past projects based on layers of colors. Mira's cross stitch is that big layer of black and bright pink. You'll see the completed piece soon! Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 ... Read More
New Mickey Mouse Shorts
Disney has been releasing new Mickey Mouse shorts and I think they are absolutely fantastic! I love the animation style and the stories. It's a hard choice, but I think this one is my favorite so far. But you should definitely check out the other ones as well - Croissant de Triomphe No Service New York Weenie ... Read More