We just came back from Croatia where we celebrated DH’s mothers 100th birthday. I have always been fond of their tradition of giving Licitar hearts. So, on this occasion, we visited a shop where they make Licitar hearts! It was so fun and informative. I am now inspired to make hearts and ornaments made from dough. My mind is always going in so many directions!
A few years ago, I participated in a heart swap where I made Licitar hearts from felt.
My neighbor and her church ladies hand quilt together, and with the proceeds earned, they give back to their church. I was fortunate enough to have them quilt this vintage quilt top I had. It turned out perfect! And now, I am eager to do some hand quilting of my own.
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Another year… I am a new grandmother, and a dog mom again to our new puppy. Christmas takes on new meaning. I do contemplate blogging again. We shall see. Wishing anyone reading this a wonderful holiday season and happiest of new years!
[Continue reading...]A bit late with my Christmas post. The holidays seem to get busier and busier, and I forgot to take photos. So, the Clauses say “goodbye” for now.
[Continue reading...]A quiet Christmas. Wreath made of oranges from my grove. Happiest of New Year!
[Continue reading...]Back in May, I started spending time “Covid” gardening. To my delight, I happened on some tiny Monarch caterpillars on milkweed I had planted a few years back. I ended up spending several months rearing/releasing them back into my garden. What a joyful event it was in these crazy times! I continue to garden, and […]
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Due to ongoing home improvements and our “real” fireplace being unavailable, I put together a Vintage Retro Christmas corner in my studio. Complete with a cardboard fireplace. It brings back memories of my childhood Christmas, especially the aluminum tree. Happy Holidays!
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This is about as close as I will ever get to getting a tattoo. When I saw this embroidery pattern, I just had to put it on something, and that something was my denim jacket! Dear Hubby’s reaction: ” Quilt Or Die!?… Quilt or Die!?… It’s just a hobby!” I only wish I could have […]
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While Dear Daughter is at home for the holidays, I made good use of my “new to me” Janome MC350E. I embellished a denim shirt for her with cycling woodland creatures – DD is very outdoorsy. I also embellished a denim skirt with a back-to-school fish… In honor of her starting Graduate School in Fish […]
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