If you haven’t heard, it’s been snowing here in the Twin Cities. Over the course of the weekend we were deluged with just over seventeen inches of snow! It’s been pretty chilly here too. The 30 mph winds made it feel like it was -23F, but the actual temp was a bit warmer. This morning […] Read more…
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I love taking photos of my kids. When the holidays approach I’m already thinking about our Christmas Cards. It’s one of the lovely traditions you do while waiting for Christmas to come. Since we’ve had children, our Christmas cards have become much more personal now that we send photo cards. I love them because we […] Read more…
I love the idea of stockings hung by the fire – especially at Christmas. Here’s a quick tutorial for Christmas stocking bunting to hang by your fire. You’ll need: Stiff Felt Fabric scraps (or from fat quarters) Double fold bias tape (1 package) Thread Sharpie or fabric marker Stocking Pattern (found here) Start by cutting […] Read more…
I volunteer at my son’s school when I can. This time I got to use some of my sewing skills and help make a lot of tooth fairy pillows. Well, partially completed ones anyway. The kids get to fill the pillows with fiberfill and sew it up with a needle and thread. I followed the […] Read more…
This morning we made pancakes. It’s become a common event on weekends to make pancakes at some point (yes, even for dinner once in a while). The kids love to help dad make them. Once you try them, you’ll never go back. This recipe has been adapted from The King Arthur Flour 200th Anniversary Cookbook. […] Read more…
