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What makes me happy? Of course, my family, my marriage, our home, and dear friends top the list of what brings me the most joy. But there is somewhere else that I love, and it’s my craft room. My family is the foundation of my life and the source of so much love and happiness….
Mother’s Day is approaching quickly, and if you’re anything like me, you’re looking for something thoughtful, unique, and practical to gift to the special moms in your life. Cute tote bags are the best gift! For those of you who want to go beyond the traditional bouquet or chocolates—I created cute tote bags that are…
Our back porch has been a cozy retreat for as long as I can remember. The sofa faced the fireplace, offering warmth and comfort on cool evenings. And then everything changed a few weeks ago when we filmed a commercial at our home.
I wanted to take a moment to wish you all a heartfelt Happy Easter. We hope this holiday brings you joy, peace, and the opportunity to celebrate with your loved ones. I also wanted to share my love for crafting. How many of you love to craft? And, a pretty scary thing happened after we…
This week, we said goodbye to our sweet white Labrador, Sport, and our hearts are heavy with grief and gratitude. He was twelve and a half years old, and in that time, he filled our home and hearts with more love, loyalty, and joy than we could have ever imagined. Losing him has been incredibly…
This weekend, we are celebrating family and a special milestone in Northern California—our grandson Graham’s second birthday! It’s hard to believe that sweet little Graham is already two years old today. Thanks for joining me for Sunday Morning Coffee. This is a place to share, learn, explain, dream, and have fun. Season 5 Volume 14
This week, we’re excited to be filming another commercial at our home, this time for a major retailer. Over the past twenty years, we’ve hosted numerous film crews as they created movies, television shows, commercials, and even music videos at our home. Each experience has been unique, filled with excitement, a little chaos, and endless…
I can hardly believe I’m writing this, yet I know most of you have already heard that JoAnn Fabrics is closing all its stores. After filing for bankruptcy twice, the company is closing its doors for good, marking the end of a truly iconic era for sewers, crafters, and DIY enthusiasts like you and me….
For years, there’s been a common belief that needlepoint is a dying art, something only our grandmothers once enjoyed. I’ve personally loved needlepoint for decades. Thirty years ago, I painstakingly stitched three needlepoint Christmas stockings for my sons, each an investment of time, patience, and love. Every stitch was a labor of love, and each…
Christmas is only seventeen days away, and there is still much to do! I am engrossed with decorating, Christmas party baking, and my Christmas countdown. I was way behind last week, but somehow, I caught up. Who knows why I decided to wait until after Thanksgiving to finish decorating our home for Christmas? This week…
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are here! The sale is today and tomorrow, and here are some of the best Prime Deals ever! There are millions of deals available, and today, I will help you find the best deals on everything you need. Now is the perfect time to shop for the holidays!
Fall is a beautiful time of year, and I made some wood leaf plate chargers for my fall table with my xTool M1 laser cutting machine. Have you ever wished you owned a laser cutter? These plate chargers are easy to cut from wood and add a touch of fall to your tablescape. I love…
I love creating fun dinner parties for my family, and one of my favorite dinners with them was this summer dinner on the beach. While spending a fun weekend at our beach house, I devised the idea to create an oceanfront, “sand at your feet, hopefully not waves at your knees, late summer dinner.” You…
Are you ready for some fun and easy Easter pillow covers? A little paint and a lot of imagination are all you need to make this! I am obsessed with free-motion embroidery. For this Easter DIY, I combined two of my passions, painting, and sewing. You or you and your kids can paint the eggs…
I have never made a fall tablecloth and decided to make one using stencils and metallic paint. I am so happy with how this turned out! This was an easy DIY because I used leaf stencils, a paint roller, and metallic paint. I cannot wait to share how much fun this fall tablecloth was to…
I just received my new xTool M1 laser cutter and wow! It’s amazing. Within about an hour I was cutting wood and engraving wood. The xTool M1 laser cutter is a powerful and versatile machine that can be used for a wide variety of crafting projects. It is a great choice for both beginners and…
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