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I made a new summer flower pillow this week. Today I am sharing how to make a pillow cover with paint and free motion stitched embroidery. My new summer flower pillow was painted with acrylic paint and then I added the design detail with free-motion stitched embroidery. it’s not a hard craft and I am…
We all have must-haves in our lives that make life easier, at least a little bit. Today, I am sharing with you my must haves for home decor, entertaining, the kitchen and crafts/DIY. We all have must haves in our lives that make our lives easier. Today, I am sharing with you my must-haves for…
Volume 13 Today I am pleased to share with you Sunday Morning Coffee. This is a place to share, learn, explain, dream, and have fun. Today I am sharing my weekly thoughts about entertaining, decor, crafts, and recipes, and why I think DIY projects are fun and always worth the effort.
Volume 11 I am so excited to share with you Sunday Morning Coffee. This is a place to share, learn, explain, dream, and have fun. Today I am sharing my weekly thoughts about entertaining, decor, crafts, and recipes, and how I find my creative inspiration.
I decided to do an unusual thing today. I am sharing a craft project that I was really excited about. But it failed. I think it is just as important to see the projects that fail, as it is to the see the ones that work. So here’s the thing. I love creating craft…
Today I am sharing some fun summer dinner ideas that you can make with … paper bags! I also included my favorite summer recipes and fifteen other inspiring links from some of my favorite bloggers. I am so excited to share my fun summer dinner ideas. Can you guess the item I used to create…
I love how paint can make such a dramatic impact on a table setting. I cannot wait to share how I used paint to create a tablescape for Spring and Summer. Oh goodness. I absolutely love this table! The colors, the butterflies, the chargers, the mason jars, and the placemats turned out way better than…
Welcome To Around The House At My 100 Year Old Home. This Is New A Weekly Update I Share Every Saturday About What Is Going On At My 100 Year Old Home. Welcome Inside My 100 Year Old Home It’s been another great week in Southern California. We had about five minutes of rain one…
Welcome to Around the House at My 100 Year Old Home. This is a weekly update I share every Saturday about what is going on at My 100 Year Old Home. Welcome Inside My 100 Year Old Home The first week of February is already over. But I had so much fun last week and…
This week has been a whirlwind of travel, family time, and some very fun surprises. What a joyous Spring it has been! We spent a few wonderful days in Marin County with our kids and THREE grandkids, then Dave and I headed to Indian Wells to meet Matt and Polina for an incredible weekend at…
I love everything that Pottery Barn sells, except for their prices. Today, I am sharing this amazing Pottery Barn Pillow Covers knock-off! Call me crazy, but whenever I see something I love but can’t justify the price, my mind starts asking an all-too-familiar question: “Can I make this for less?” I finally made this Pottery…
There is something about the start of a new year in the craft room that makes me want to dream a little bigger. And this week, I did exactly that. I bought a new embroidery machine. Well, kind of a new embroidery machine. I can’t wait to share my story! And thanks for joining me…
My Floral Embroidered Handmade Cards are one of those projects that combine creativity, storytelling, and meaningful making in the most beautiful way. Using fabric scraps, simple stitching techniques, and a little imagination, I created a collection of stitched cards that feel personal, artistic, and truly special to give.
A few weekends ago was one of those moments that quietly settles into your heart and stays there. We gathered to celebrate a Baby Sprinkle for my daughter-in-law, Charlotte. I found myself smiling the entire day, not just because it was beautiful, but because it felt like a moment suspended between past and future. We…
It’s been one of the busiest weeks ever, and I am happy to be back in my craft room. Did you see my latest addition, which I am calling A View From Above? Thanks for joining me for Sunday Morning Coffee. This is a place to share, learn, explain, dream, and have fun. Season 6…
Today, I am sharing a brand-new flower pillow project in my A Handmade Spring series, combining painting, embroidery, and a touch of creative innovation in my craft room. This Spring Flower Pillow is one of those projects that feels special because it is completely customizable, surprisingly easy to make, and absolutely beautiful once finished.
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